Both the Building Systems and Building Design & Construction Systems exams will address aspects of fenestration and the building enclosure. A resource to bookmark is the National Institute of Building Sciences NIBS and its many committees. BETEC: Building Enclosure Technology and Environment Council, in particular, offers some of the more informative symposia and conferences. Read about research and innovations in high-performance facades from their January 2013 conference are-review.blogspot.com
Safety glazing (tempered glass, laminated glass or impact resistant plastic) is not required at this interior window (18sf glazed area). Which of these satisfies conditions for using non-safety glazing? A. Within 36 inches horizontally of a walking surface B. Bottom edge is less than 60" above the plane of the adjacent walking surface C. 1 1/2 in protective bar between 34 and 38 inches on accessible side D. Exposed area of the pane is greater than 9 sf Answer C. 1 1/2 inch protective bar between 34-38 inches on accessible side. In this case, safety glazing is not required. ARE 4.0 exam prep: BDCS
Which of the following is LEAST and MOST effective in keeping out water driven by heavy rains? I. hopper II. casement III. horizontal sliding IV. awning V. double-hung A. II and V B. I and IV C. III and V D. V and I Answer ARE 4.0 exam prep: BDCS