Introduction to Construction & The Built Environment

How many new homes is it estimated that the UK needs to construct each year?

• 30,000

• 300,000,000

• 300,000

• 3,000

Select the options below that relate to infrastructure and civil engineering:

• Modular pod construction

• Bridges & roads

• Domestic Homes

• Flood defences

What percentage of the UK workforce is employed by the construction industry?

• 8%

• 32%

• 16%

• 24%

Which of the following best describes the role of an Architectural Technologist

• Comes up with the initial design ideas for the building

• Works with the designer to add construction technical detailing to the drawings

• Applies for planning permission for the building

• Checks the quality of work on site

What is the main role for a quantity surveyor?

• To check on the quality of a building in construction

• To put a cost against plans for a building and to monitor those costs during construction

• To check on how many buildings have been built by the company

• To make sure enough material is on site for the building project

What does BIM stand for?

• Building Information Model

• Binary informal model

• Built Invitation Mode

• Building Information Moment

Which of the following women is the CEO of Crossrail?

• Billie Eilish

• Ailie MacAdam

• Ailie Robertson

• Emily Maitlis

Which of the following is often quoted as big motivator for professionals in construction?

• The opportunity to earn a good salary

• The feel good factor 'I built that'

• The feel good factor 'I designed that'

• The variety of roles and opportunities open to you

Which capital city has this project been designed for?

• London

• Paris

• Warsaw

• Moscow

Which of the following progression routes will be available to you on successful completion of a Level 3 technical qualification?

• Higher Apprenticeship

• Part-time Degree

• Full-time Degree