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2nd Yr. (B.Tech. III Semester - Civil Engineering) Construction Material

This document outlines the structure and content of the End Semester Examination for 2nd Year Civil Engineering students, focusing on Construction Materials. It includes various questions divided into sections, covering topics such as artificial stones, concrete, timber, and building services. The exam is designed to assess students' knowledge and understanding of construction materials and their applications in engineering.

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2nd Yr. (B.Tech. III Semester - Civil Engineering) Construction Material

This document outlines the structure and content of the End Semester Examination for 2nd Year Civil Engineering students, focusing on Construction Materials. It includes various questions divided into sections, covering topics such as artificial stones, concrete, timber, and building services. The exam is designed to assess students' knowledge and understanding of construction materials and their applications in engineering.

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Sub Code: CET001 /BCET302 ROLL NO…………………………..

END SEMESTER EXAMINATION, 2023 – 24


2nd Yr. (B.Tech. III Semester – Civil Engineering)
Construction Material

Duration: 3:00 hrs Max Marks: 100


Note: - Attempt all questions. All Questions carry equal marks. In case of any ambiguity or missing
data, the same may be assumed and state the assumption made in the answer.

Q 1. Answer any four parts of the following. 5x4=20


a) What are artificial stones?
b) Define: Abrasion Resistance, Flakiness Index and hydration.
c) Differentiate between Paint and Distemper.
d) What are the major classifications of stones? Give 2 examples in each.
e) What are the different methods of plastering?
f) List any four qualities of good timber.
Q 2. Answer any four parts of the following. 5x4=20
a) Explain the term of consolidated concrete.
b) What are the advantageous and disadvantageous of concrete block masonry over
brick masonry?
c) Differentiate between Portland Cement and white cement.
d) What are the various tests which can be performed on the mortar?
e) What do you mean by ceramic materials and its application?
f) Explain Batching in detail.
Q 3. Answer any two parts of the following. 10x2= 20
a) A hospital building is under construction. Being a civil engineer, what are the
various building services you have to keep in mind for the hospital building?
b) Explain the manufacturing procedure of cement.
c) What is meant by Seasoning of timber? What are its objects?
Q 4. Answer any two parts of the following. 10x2= 20
a) Why is the cube strength different from the cylinder strength for the same grade
of concrete?
b) What is paint? Describe the various ingredients of oil with function of each.
c) Explain the procedure of cement by wet process with the help of flow diagram.
Q 5. Answer any two parts of the following. 10x2= 20
a) What is the difference between Mirrored glass and Obscure glass?
b) What properties you would consider in choosing stone for building construction
in an industrial area subject to heavy rains? Name types of stones which you
consider preferable?
c) A two storied bungalow with open verandah and flat root is to be constructed in
Uttarakhand. Briefly describe type of construction and materials for roots and floors
you will Propose. Discuss the various damp-proof systems you suggest. Also, give
the major considerations which are to be made in providing Plumbing and electrical
services in the building.

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