PLTW CEA 3.1.5 Commercial Framing Systems

Fill in the blank: _______ is a method used in commercial structural framing systems that involves pouring concrete into molds on site.

• Precast Concrete

• Cast-in-Place Concrete

• Structural Steel

• Hybrid Systems

What is one of the main purposes of structural framing?

• A) Aesthetics

• B) Strength

• C) Color

• D) Cost

Structural framing provides ______ to maintain the shape and minimize movement.

• Flexibility

• Stability

• Color

• Cost

What are the types of commercial framing systems similar to residential construction for low rise buildings?

• Wood framing

• Light gauge steel framing

• Concrete framing

• Brick framing

Low rise commercial framing systems are used for buildings with how many stories or less?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Which of the following is a consideration for commercial building systems?

• Light traffic

• Smaller open spaces

• Easy Maintenance

• Less wear and tear

Commercial buildings often experience ______ compared to residential buildings.

• Less wear and tear

• Heavier loads

• Smaller open spaces

• Light traffic

What is the first step in the Cast-in-Place Concrete process?

• Concrete is poured

• Forms are built

• Reinforcing is placed

• Finishing is done

In the Cast-in-Place Concrete process, what is placed after the forms are built?

• Concrete

• Reinforcing

• Finishing

• Painting

What is the structural component labeled at A in the image of a cast-in-place concrete frame?

• Concrete Beam

• Concrete Column

• Concrete Slab

• Concrete Roof