Download AKTU (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), formerly Uttar Pradesh Technical University (UPTU) B-Tech 4th Semester (Fourth Semester) 2016-17 Building Material And Construction Question Paper
B.TECH.
THEORY EXAMINATION (SEM?IV) 2016-17
BUILDING MATERIAL AND CONSTRUCTION
T ime .' 3 Hours Max. Marks .' 100
Note : Be precise in your answer. In case ofnumerical problem assume data wherever not provided.
SECTION-A
1. Attempt all of the following: (10><2=20)
a) Classify the different type of rocks.
b) What do you mean by stone dressing?
0) List the ingredients of glass.
(1) List the factors affecting quality of bricks.
e) What do you mean by seasoning of timber?
f) List the factor affecting strength of cement concrete.
g) De?ne the term quarrying.
h) List the different type of doors.
1) De?ne the pigment volume concentration number.
j) Define the term mining.
SECTION-B
2. Attempt any ?ve of the following: (10X5=50)
a) De?ne cement concrete and mention its properties.
b) Discuss the factors affecting the strength of timber.
0) Discuss the different types of ?oors.
(1) Compare fat lime with hydraulic lime.
e) Enumerate the various defects in timber.
f) Discuss the factors considered to select an area for building construction.
g) Discuss the factors affecting quality of bricks.
h) Write down a note on ant termite treatment.
SECTION-C
Attempt any two of the following: (15><2=30)
3. What are the ingredients of oil borne paints? Describe brie?y each of them.
4. What do you mean by water supply system? Discuss the different types of water supply system.
5. Discuss the different types of window with their relative advantages and disadvantages.
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