RCDD Project Management and Documentation 4

Question 1

In the CSI MasterFormat (2004 and later) system, which division is dedicated to communications cabling and systems?

Accepted Answer

Division 27

Answer

Division 27 – Communications covers structured cabling, pathways specific to communications, and related systems, while 26 is Electrical and 28 is Electronic Safety and Security.

Question 2

Each section of a CSI-formatted specification is organized into three parts. What are they, in order?

Accepted Answer

General, Products, Execution

Answer

CSI SectionFormat uses Part 1 General, Part 2 Products, and Part 3 Execution.

Question 3

Two weeks before bid opening, the designer discovers the drawings show the wrong number of Category 6A outlets in a classroom wing. Which document should be issued to correct the bid documents?

Accepted Answer

Addendum

Answer

An addendum modifies the bid documents before bids are opened, so all bidders price the same scope.

Question 4

On a cabling project schedule, what characterizes the critical path?

Accepted Answer

The longest sequence of dependent tasks, which has zero total float

Answer

The critical path is the longest chain of dependent activities, and any delay on it delays project completion.

Question 5

During installation, the contractor finds a structural beam blocking the cable tray route shown on the drawings. What is the most appropriate first step to obtain direction from the designer?

Accepted Answer

Submit a request for information (RFI)

Answer

An RFI formally asks the designer to clarify or resolve a conflict in the contract documents before work proceeds.

RCDD - Registered Communications Distribution Designer Practice Test

RCDD - Registered Communications Distribution Designer Practice Test

RCDD Project Management and Documentation 4