Nichiha AIA Test: NIC013-2

Course Title: Fiber Cement Wall Panels For Interior Applications

AIA Course Number: NIC013-2

Instructions: Please enter your contact information below to begin the AIA 10-question test. To pass and receive credit, you must score at least 70%. Upon passing, you will receive a certificate of completion and, if you provided your AIA member number, we will submit your credit to the AIA.

Course Credit: This course provides one (1) AIA Learning Unit for Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW). You must watch the full AIA video presentation before taking the test.

Certificate: At the completion of this test, you will receive a follow-up email that will include your AIA Certificate of Completion. If you do not see the email in your inbox, please check your spam or junk folder.

Note: Certificates will be sent to the email address you provide. AIA credit can only be submitted if you include your AIA member number. For all other associations that accept AIA credit, please submit your certificate directly.

1) What does ASTM C1186 measure for fiber cement?

A

Thickness, density, and durability

B

Color and texture

C

Price and installation cost

D

Popularity and market trends

2) Why is fiber cement a good choice for humid places like kitchens?

A

It adds extra heat

B

It doesn’t warp or break down

C

It absorbs moisture

D

It’s soft and flexible

3) What does low VOC mean in building materials?

A

The material smells strong

B

It’s heavier than normal

C

It gives off fewer harmful chemicals into the air

D

It’s more expensive

4) Which certification shows that a product has low VOC emissions?

A

MAS Certified Green

B

LEED Silver

C

GreenGuard

D

Energy Star

5) Why is fiber cement good for people with allergies?

A

It changes color to warn of allergens

B

It resists mold and mildew growth

C

It adds moisture to the air

D

It keeps rooms warm

6) What is biophilic design mainly about?

A

Saving money on materials

B

Making everything white and clean

C

Connecting people with nature through interior and exterior design

D

Avoiding natural light in buildings

7) Who made the term “biophilia” popular?

A

Edward O. Wilson

B

Frank Lloyd Wright

C

Steve Jobs

D

Albert Einstein

8) How does fiber cement help with biophilic design?

A

It looks shiny and metallic

B

It can look like wood or stone

C

It smells like fresh flowers

D

It’s made from recycled trees

9) What is one sustainability benefit of fiber cement?

A

It melts when heated

B

It has low embodied carbon

C

It can be eaten by animals

D

It grows on trees

10) Why is fiber cement good for schools and hospitals?

A

It makes the floors softer

B

It helps walls move

C

It promotes healthy air quality and resists fire

D

It lowers ceilings