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BCT N3 Test 1 For 3RD Block

Test 1 for Bct

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REPORT 191

INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMME:CIVIL ENGINEERING


INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERING: BUILDING & CIVIL
TECHNOLOGY
NQF LEVEL: N3

ASSESSMENT NO.- 1
DATE: 15 NOVEMBER 2021

DURATION: 1H30

45 – MARKS

ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING : 40%


This question paper consists of 3 pages.

REQUIREMENTS, INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION


1. Read ALL the questions carefully.

2. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
question paper.

3. Write neatly and legibly.

4. All work you do not want to be marked must be clearly crossed out.

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5. No Cellphones allowed.

6. This is a closed book assessment.

QUESTION 1

1.1 Various people play a role in the construction of a building.

Describe the respective functions of the following people:

1.1.1 Architect

1.1.2 Carpenter

1.1.3 Local authority

1.1.4 Glazier

1.1.5 Civil engineer


(5x1) (5)

1.2 State the different between planning and controlling. (2)

1.3 Give THREE abilities of a good leader. (3)


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QUESTION 2

2.1 Briefly explain the different between the following scaffolds:

2.3.1 Mobile scaffold

2.3.2 Independent scaffold (2 x 2) (4)

2.2 Draw a neat sketch to indicate the well points driven into the ground strata. (4)

2.3 Define the term underpinning. (2)


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QUESTION 3
1)

3.1 What procedures must be followed prior to carrying out underpinning? (5)

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3.2 Complete the following sentence by filling in the missing word. Write
only the answer next to the question number.

Pad refers to an …3.2.1… foundation mainly required to support


reinforced concrete pillars. A foundation is the part of a …3.2.2… which
support the structure as a whole. Sandy soil which contains ground
water can adversely affect the …3.2.3… capacity of foundation (3)

3.3 If high quality of concrete is needed, curing becomes the most


important operation for fresh concrete.

Name THREE ways of curing concrete. (3)


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QUESTION 4

4.1 State FOUR rules of which one should adhere to when working with
concrete. (4)

4.2 Give a reason why the following testing should be conducted?

4.2.1 Cube testing

4.2.2 Slump testing (2x1) (2)

4.3 Discuss in details the important of the standardisation of wood. (3)

4.4 Make a neat, large sketch of beam to beam connection structure.


Clearly show all the details. (5)
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TOTAL: 45

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