Building System Design Lecture Notes

A comprehensive set of 99 vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and concepts from the Building System Design lecture.

Building

A structure providing shelter for human activities.

Function

The purpose that a building is designed to fulfill.

Environment

The surrounding conditions that influence the design of a building.

Socio-Economic Factors

Factors such as land costs and zoning restrictions affecting building design.

Gravity

The force that structures must counteract to remain stable.

Pratt Truss

A type of truss named after its inventor, used in building construction.

Howe Trusses

A type of truss named after its inventor, characterized by its diagonal members.

Warren Trusses

A type of truss known for its equilateral triangles.

Cantilever

A projection beyond its support, commonly used in modern buildings.

Stiffness

A property of building materials defined by the elastic modulus.

Elastic Modulus

The ratio of stress to strain, indicating a material's resistance to deformation.

Structural Steel

A material with high stiffness, crucial for building construction.

Tools

Implements used to modify raw materials for human use.

Efficiency

The ability to achieve maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort.

Quality

The standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind.

Accuracy

The degree to which the result of a measurement, calculation, or specification conforms to the correct value.

Striking Tools

Tools used to deliver a force to an object.

Cutting Tools

Tools designed to cut through materials.

Boring Tools

Tools used to create holes in materials.

Torsion Tools

Tools designed to twist or apply torque.

Measuring Tools

Devices used to determine the size or amount of something.

Holding Tools

Tools used to secure materials during work.

Straight Edge

A tool to guide the making of straight lines.

Square

A tool used to measure and cut right angles.

Try Square

A type of square used for checking and marking right angles.

Miter Square

A square with a blade set at a 45-degree angle.

Framing Square

A square used for framing work.

Level

A tool used to establish a horizontal or vertical position.

Plastic Hose

A tool with water used for achieving a horizontal level.

Sliding T-Bevel

A tool with an adjustable blade for setting angles other than 90 degrees.

Angle Divider

A tool used to divide angles accurately.

Miter Shooting Board

A board with guides for cutting miters.

Plumb Bob

A tool used to check vertical alignment.

Chalk Line

A tool used for marking straight lines over large distances.

Lead Pencil

A tool used for marking rough work.

Scratch Awl

A sharp tool for marking fine work.

Scriber

A tool used for precision marking.

Compass

A tool used for inscribing arcs and circles.

Divider

A tool used for dividing distances into equal parts.

Push-Pull Tape

A measuring tool that can measure longer distances.

Clamps

Tools used to hold objects together firmly.

Vises

Tools that secure an object to allow work on it.

Saws

Tools with a toothed blade for cutting.

Files

Tools used to smooth or shape material.

Sandpaper

A paper with abrasive material used for smoothing surfaces.

Paring Chisel

A light duty chisel for planing surfaces of wood.

Firming Chisel

A heavy duty chisel for tougher tasks.

Slick

A large chisel with a blade wider than 2 inches.

Gouge

A chisel with a hollow-shaped blade for scooping.

Draw Knife

A tool with a large sharp edge and handles at right angles.

Planes

Tools used to shave wood to a desired thickness.

Claw Hammer

A hand tool used for driving nails and removing them.

Wrenches

Tools used to grip and turn nuts and bolts.

Screw Drivers

Hand tools used for turning screws.

Portable Electric Saw

A powered saw designed for cutting materials.

Portable Electric Drill

A motorized tool used for drilling holes.

Portable Electric Saber Saw

A reciprocating saw used for cutting materials.

Floats

Flat tools with a handle used in finishing work.

Trowels

Hand tools for applying and shaping plaster or mortar.

Miscellaneous Masonry Tools

Various tools used in masonry work.

Quiz

An assessment tool used to evaluate understanding of the material.

Activity

A task designed to engage students and reinforce learning.

Grade

A measure of a student's academic performance.