Building System Design Concepts

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to building system design and tools as outlined in the lecture notes.

Building

A structure that provides shelter for human activities.

Function

The intended use or purpose of a building.

Environment

The surroundings or conditions in which a building is situated.

Socio-Economic Factors

Social and economic influences that affect the form of a building.

Land Costs

The expense involved in purchasing land for construction.

Tenancy

The conditions or terms under which buildings are rented.

Building Budget

The financial plan that outlines the total cost for constructing a building.

Zoning Restrictions

Regulations governing how land can be used and developed.

Gravity

The force that pulls objects toward the center of the Earth.

Structural Form

The shape and design of a building's structure.

Elastic Modulus

A measure of a material's stiffness and resistance to deformation under load.

Structural Steel

A type of steel used in construction for its strength and stiffness.

Tools

Implements used to modify or manipulate raw materials.

Efficiency of Work

The ability to perform tasks effectively with minimal waste of time and resources.

Quality

The standard of excellence or the degree of superiority of work.

Speed of Accomplishment

The rate at which tasks are completed.

Accuracy

The degree to which a result or measurement conforms to a standard or truth.

Striking Tools

Tools used for striking or delivering force, such as hammers.

Cutting Tools

Tools designed for cutting materials, including saws and knives.

Boring Tools

Tools used for making holes in materials.

Torsion Tools

Tools used for twisting or applying torque.

Measuring Tools

Instruments used to determine dimensions, distances, and angles.

Holding Tools

Devices used to secure materials in place while working.

Guiding Tools

Instruments that assist in ensuring work is done correctly.

Chalk Line

A tool used for marking straight lines over long distances.

Scriber

A tool used for marking precise measurements on materials.

Framing Square

A tool used to measure and mark right angles in construction.

Level

An instrument used to determine horizontal or vertical alignment.

Plumb Bob

A weight suspended from a string used to establish a true vertical line.

Push-Pull Tape

A measuring tape that can extend and retract for measuring distances.

Clamp

A device used to hold objects together firmly.

Saws

Tools with sharp edges used for cutting materials.

Chisel

A cutting tool with a sharp blade for shaping or cutting materials.

Plane

A tool used to smooth or shape wood surfaces.

Hammer

A tool used to drive nails or break objects.

Wrench

A tool used for gripping and turning nuts, bolts, or other fasteners.

Screwdriver

A tool used for turning screws.

Electric Saw

A power tool used for cutting materials with a rotary blade.

Electric Drill

A motorized tool used for driving holes or fasteners.

Trowel

A small hand tool used for applying and smoothing plaster or mortar.

Float

A tool used in masonry for smoothing and leveling surfaces.

Masonry Tools

Tools specifically designed for work in construction and masonry.

Mixing Board

A flat surface used for mixing materials like plaster or mortar.

Aligning Stick

A tool used to ensure materials are aligned correctly during construction.