BCM Study Guide 2026
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📋 BCM Exam Format at a Glance
📚 BCM Topics to Study (33)
✍️ Sample BCM Questions & Answers
1. What is the purpose of a 'surety bond' in construction?
A surety bond is a three-party agreement where the surety guarantees to the owner that the contractor will fulfill its contractual obligations.
2. The Schedule Performance Index (SPI) is calculated as:
SPI = EV/PV; a value greater than 1.0 means the project is ahead of schedule relative to the planned work.
3. Which scheduling technique uses probability distributions to model uncertainty in activity durations?
PERT uses three-point estimates (optimistic, most likely, pessimistic) to calculate expected durations and account for uncertainty in project scheduling.
4. What does the term 'substantial completion' mean in a construction contract?
Substantial completion means the work is sufficiently complete that the owner can use or occupy the facility for its intended purpose, with only a punch list remaining.
5. In the context of building codes, what does 'IBC' stand for?
The International Building Code (IBC) is published by the International Code Council and adopted widely across the United States as the model building code.
6. In construction law, what is 'mechanic's lien'?
A mechanic's lien (construction lien) is a security interest in the owner's property that unpaid contractors, subcontractors, or material suppliers can file to secure payment for their work.