CLC Project Budgeting & Specification 5

Question 1

Which of the following best describes a proprietary specification?

Accepted Answer

Names a specific manufacturer and model as the only acceptable product

Answer

A proprietary specification names one specific manufacturer and product, allowing no substitution unless approved by the designer.

Question 2

During value engineering, a proposed lighting substitution saves $18,000 but requires $4,500 in additional wiring. What is the net savings?

Accepted Answer

$13,500

Answer

$18,000 savings minus $4,500 additional cost = $13,500 net savings from the value engineering substitution.

Question 3

A specification requires luminaires to carry a UL listing for wet locations. A proposed substitute carries only a damp location listing. This substitute should be:

Accepted Answer

Rejected because it does not meet the specified safety listing

Answer

UL wet and damp location listings are distinct; a damp-rated fixture does not meet the wet location requirement and must be rejected.

Question 4

What scheduling tool do lighting consultants commonly use to track submittal review deadlines and fabrication lead times?

Accepted Answer

Gantt chart or submittal log

Answer

A Gantt chart paired with a submittal log tracks review periods, approval dates, and lead times to ensure fixtures arrive on schedule.

Question 5

A client requests a 15% budget reduction on a $150,000 lighting project. Which strategy is LEAST likely to achieve meaningful savings without compromising quality?

Accepted Answer

Switching to a lower-efficacy light source in primary spaces

Answer

Switching to lower-efficacy sources in primary spaces increases long-term energy and maintenance costs, offsetting any first-cost savings.

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CLC Project Budgeting & Specification 5