STUPIDSID
1 (a)
Discuss various functions and requirements of a good foundation.
10 M
1 (b)
With the help of neat sketch. Explain: i) Mat foundation ii) Pile foundation.
5 M
1 (c)
Find the dimensions of combined rectangular footing two columns A and B carrying loads of 500 kN and 700kN respectively. Column A is 30cm×30cm in size and column B is 40cm × 40cm in size. The centre to centre spacing of columns is 3.4 metres. The safe B is capacity of the soil may be taken as 150 kN/m2.
5 M
2 (a)
Explain the classification of masonry. Briefly explain with neat sketch: i) Stretcher, ii) Types of closure iii) Header iv) Quoin.
10 M
2 (b)
With a neat figure explain various types of joints used in stone masonry.
10 M
3 (a)
Distinguish clearly between a lintel and an arch. How does a flat stone arch differ from a stone lintel?
10 M
3 (b)
Briefly explain the functions of Chejja, Canopy and Balcony.
10 M
4 (a)
Explain briefly with neat sketches: i) Pitched roofs: ii) Flat roofs.
10 M
4 (b)
Explain types of flooring and factors affecting selection of flooring materials.
10 M
5 (a)
What are the requirements of a good stair and plan a dog legged stair for a building in which the vertical distance between the floor is 3.6m. The stair hall measures 2.5m × 5m.
10 M
5 (b)
Explain briefly any 5 with neat sketch: i) Landing ii) Newel post iii) Hand rail iv) Flight v) Baluster vi) Riser and tread.
10 M
6 (a)
Explain in brief with neat sketch any five:
i) Casement window
ii) Sash doors
iii) Battened and ledged doors
iv) Framed and panelled doors
v) Dormer window
vi) Corner window.
i) Casement window
ii) Sash doors
iii) Battened and ledged doors
iv) Framed and panelled doors
v) Dormer window
vi) Corner window.
10 M
6 (b)
Define with neat sketch:
i) Frame
ii) Shutter
iii) Panel
iv) Style
i) Frame
ii) Shutter
iii) Panel
iv) Style
15 M
7 (a)
Explain purpose of plastering. Explain methods of plastering.
10 M
7 (b)
Explain in brief defects in painting and constituents of a paint.
10 M
8 (a)
Define: i) Smart materials
ii) Form work and Scaffolding.
ii) Form work and Scaffolding.
10 M
8 (b)
Explain in brief causes and effects of Dampness in a building.
10 M
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