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Bce0112:Construction Technology Question Paper

Bce0112:Construction Technology

Course:Diploma In Civil Engineering

Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2014

(a) (i) Name 3 ancient world structures that are still standing today. (3 Marks)
(ii) Discuss briefly the development of foundations in the ancient world. (4 Marks)
(iii) Differentiate between a substructure and superstructure citing two examples of each.
(4 Marks)
(b) (i) Define the term ‘foundation’ as used in buildings construction. (6 Marks)
(ii) Discuss four types of loads that need to be considered when designing a foundation.
(8 Marks)
(iii) Mwiti, a civil engineer with master bill consultants, has been invited to carry out a
preliminary site survey on a proposed site in Isiolo. On digging trial holes he discovered
that the soil has poor bearing capacity. Advise Mr. Mwiti on what type of foundation he
should use citing your reasons for the answer above. (4 Marks)
(iv) State five functions of foundations. (5 Marks)
SECTION B
QUESTION TWO – (15 MARKS)
(a) Define the term ‘Building elements’ and name two examples. (2 Marks)
(b) Elaborate three types of plain monothic walls. (6 Marks)
(c) With the aid of a well labeled diagram illustrate and explain the following types of wall
(i) Reinforced masonry walls (3 Marks)
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(ii) Diaphragm walls (2 Marks)
(iii) Panel walls (2 Marks)
QUESTION THREE – (15 MARKS)
(a) Briefly discuss three types of floors. (6 Marks)
(b) Using a well labeled diagram, illustrate a section through ground floor. (5 Marks)
(c) Name four functions of floors. (4 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR – (15 MARKS)
(a) Name any four types of roof coverings. (4 Marks)
(b) Differentiate between an eave and a verge as used in roof construction. (3 Marks)
(c) Illustrate using a well labeled diagram, three types of roofs that are commonly used.
(6 Marks)
(d) Name two types of water proofing finish used in flat roofs. (2 Marks)
QUESTION FIVE – (15 MARKS)
(a) Discuss three types of drainage systems commonly used in buildings. (9 Marks)
(b) With an aid of a diagram discuss direct cold water supply system. (6 Marks)

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