NCDOT Project Management 3

Question 1

Under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), which document class is used for federally funded projects expected to have significant environmental impacts?

Accepted Answer

Environmental Impact Statement

Answer

An EIS is required when a federal action is expected to significantly affect the environment.

Question 2

A change to the contract's scope, price, or time that both NCDOT and the contractor agree to is usually documented through a:

Accepted Answer

Supplemental Agreement

Answer

Supplemental agreements formally change contract terms such as scope, quantities, or time.

Question 3

Which federal program sets participation goals for small firms owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals on USDOT-funded projects?

Accepted Answer

Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)

Answer

The DBE program (49 CFR Part 26) sets participation goals on USDOT-assisted contracts.

Question 4

A Schedule Performance Index (SPI) of 1.10 indicates that the project is:

Accepted Answer

Ahead of schedule

Answer

SPI = EV/PV, and a value above 1.0 means more work has been done than planned.

Question 5

Before the construction letting, which activity must usually be finished so the contractor has legal access to the work area?

Accepted Answer

Right-of-way acquisition

Answer

Right-of-way must be acquired or certified before letting so the contractor can legally occupy the site.

NCDOT - North Carolina Department of Transportation Practice Test

NCDOT - North Carolina Department of Transportation Practice Test

NCDOT Project Management 3