PTU Punjab Technical University B-Tech May 2019 Question Papers 3rd Semester Civil Engineering (CIV)
Roll No.
Total No. of Pages : 02
Total No. of Questions : 09
B.Tech.(CE) (2011 Onwards) (Sem.?3)
ROCK MECHANICS & ENGINEERING
Subject Code : BTCE-302
M.Code : 56073
Time : 3 Hrs. Max. Marks : 60
INSTRUCTION TO CANDIDATES :
1.
SECTION-A is COMPULSORY consisting of TEN questions carrying T WO marks
each.
2.
SECTION-B contains FIVE questions carrying FIVE marks each and students
have to attempt any FOUR questions.
3.
SECTION-C contains T HREE questions carrying T EN marks each and students
have to attempt any T WO questions.
SECTION-A
Q1. Answer briefly :
a) Differentiate between HORST & GRABEN.
b) What are the typical characteristics of "S" Waves?
c) Draw a sketch of Normal FOLD showing various parts.
d) What are the different causes of Landslides?
e) Between Sandstone and Shale which rock is having higher porosity and why?
f) What is Flat Jack Test used for.
g) What are the different types of bolts used for Rock Bolting?
h) What is Yardang?
i) What is a Disconformity?
j) What is Triaxial compressive strength?
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SECTION-B
Q2. Discuss features produced by Deposition of Glaciers.
Q3. Discuss salient features of a GRAVITY Dam.
Q4. Explain how do you recognize FAULTS in the field.
Q5. Write a short note on Seismogram.
Q6. Write a short note on Compressive Strength.
SECTION-C
Q7. Classify JOINTS based on Geometry. Discuss engineering consideration of joints.
Q8. Discuss Depositional features produced by Rivers with precautions required for
engineering projects in fluvial terrain.
Q9. Using PLATE Bearing Test describe in detail. How insitu deformity of rocks is measured?
NOTE : Disclosure of Identity by writing Mobile No. or Making of passing request on any
page of Answer Sheet will lead to UMC against the Student.
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