NCIDQ Space Planning and Programming

Question 1

Which programming phase activity involves determining the functional relationships between spaces?

Accepted Answer

Bubble diagramming

Answer

Schematic design

Answer

Design development

Answer

Construction documents

Question 2

What is the minimum clear floor space required for a forward wheelchair approach to a work surface per ADA guidelines?

Accepted Answer

30 inches × 48 inches

Answer

36 inches × 60 inches

Answer

24 inches × 48 inches

Answer

32 inches × 52 inches

Question 3

Which net-to-gross ratio is most commonly used for estimating total building area from programmed net square footage in office projects?

Accepted Answer

1.25–1.35

Answer

1.05–1.10

Answer

1.50–1.75

Answer

0.80–0.90

Question 4

In space planning, what does 'blocking' refer to?

Accepted Answer

Assigning departments to zones before detailed layout

Answer

Selecting wall materials for partitions

Answer

Laying out individual workstations

Answer

Determining structural column grids

Question 5

What is the recommended minimum corridor width for two-way pedestrian traffic in an office environment?

Accepted Answer

5 feet

Answer

3 feet

Answer

4 feet

Answer

6 feet

Question 6

Which document formally summarizes the client's spatial needs, including room counts, areas, and adjacency requirements?

Accepted Answer

Program document

Answer

Schematic design report

Answer

Design intent narrative

Answer

Request for proposal