This document is an introduction to specifications for a research project. It includes a table outlining the 16 divisions of MasterFormat, listing examples and popular brands for various divisions of small to large scale construction. It also defines 4 common types of specifications: performance, descriptive, reference standard, and proprietary/brand specifications. Additionally, it mentions open and closed specifications. The document provides an overview of specifications standards and formats to aid the student in their research.
This document is an introduction to specifications for a research project. It includes a table outlining the 16 divisions of MasterFormat, listing examples and popular brands for various divisions of small to large scale construction. It also defines 4 common types of specifications: performance, descriptive, reference standard, and proprietary/brand specifications. Additionally, it mentions open and closed specifications. The document provides an overview of specifications standards and formats to aid the student in their research.
This document is an introduction to specifications for a research project. It includes a table outlining the 16 divisions of MasterFormat, listing examples and popular brands for various divisions of small to large scale construction. It also defines 4 common types of specifications: performance, descriptive, reference standard, and proprietary/brand specifications. Additionally, it mentions open and closed specifications. The document provides an overview of specifications standards and formats to aid the student in their research.
Introduction to Specifications Research No. 1 Part 1. MasterFormat (16 Divisions) Div Description Examples (list from small-scale to large-scale construction) Popular Product Brands (3 to 4) 1. Project Management and Coordination 5. n/a 2. Construction Progress Documentation 6. n/a 1 General Requirements 3. 7. n/a 4. 8. Construction Waste Mgmt & Disposal n/a 1. Site Surveying 5. 2. Subsurface Investigation 6. 2 Existing Conditions 3. 7. 4. 8. Shrub & Tree Transplanting 1. 5. 2. 6. 3 Concrete 3. 7. 4. 8. Mass Concrete 1. 5. 2. 6. 4 Masonry 3. 7. 4. 8. Manufactured Stone Masonry continue the table up to Division 16
Part 2. Types of Specifications
Define these 4 methods of specifications: 1. Performance Specifications 2. Descriptive Specifications 3. Reference Standard Specification 4. Proprietary or Brand Specification What about these other specifications? 5. Open Specification 6. Closed Specification
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