Q. a) Using diagram, label the elements of solid ground floors and show the symbols of its material for each element. (10 marks) b) List five (5) types of floor Read More …
Elements of floor and types of finishes Q3
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Types of Clay Bricks & Types of bonds for walls Q4
Q. a) Explain the types of clay bricks and describe their characteristics and usage. (10 marks) b) Using diagrams, explain the types of bond that is suitable for the following Read More …
Softwood v Hardwood and Advan v Disadvan Wood v Concrete v Steel Q5
Q. a) State the differences between softwood and hardwood based on the botanical terms. (10 marks) b) Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of wood as a building material compared to Read More …
Concrete Mix and factors influencing strength Q6
Q. a) State the materials used in the concrete mix and explain the functions of each substance. (10 marks) b) Explain how the following factors influence the strength of concrete: Read More …
Symbols and drawings Q7
Q. a) State what is floor plan and specifications in a building drawing. Explain the information that should be included in the floor plan and specifications. (15 marks) b) Sketch Read More …
Varied Soil and suitable foundation type
Q. What are the suitable foundation types of variety of soil? A. Verbatim from: Types of Foundation DiyEx | April 9, 2015 Using or being able to identify the correct Read More …
Timbering of excavation Q1
Q. (a) When contractors are given permission to start construction work, site works will begin to be implemented. Briefly explain the following site work operations: (i) Clearing the site(ii) Setting Read More …
Foundation and types of soil Q2
Q. (a) Elaborate four (4) factors influencing design and size of a building foundation. (10 marks) (b) Using diagrams, explain the types of foundation suitable for the following types of Read More …
Method of supporting joists and DPC Q3
Q. (a) With the use of diagrams, explain the methods of supporting the ends of joists and the types of joist strutting in the construction of the timber upper floor. Read More …
Window Design and Method of Opening Q4
Q. (a) State four (4) general principles of window design. (10 marks) (b) Using diagrams, explain the types of window based on the methods of opening. (15 marks) (25 marks, Read More …
Ceiling Finishes Q5
Q. (a) With the use of diagrams, describe the differences between fixed ceiling and suspended ceiling. (15 marks) (b) Explain five (5) types of ceiling finishes normally used for suspended Read More …
Concrete Workability Q6
Q. (a) Explain why concrete is widely used in building construction. (10 marks) (b) What is workability of concrete? Explain the factors influencing the workability of concrete. (15 marks) (25 Read More …
Floor Finishes and its suitability Q7
Q. (a) Explain the factors that need to be considered in selecting floor finishes. (10 marks) (b) Suggest and give reasons for selecting the types of floor finishes suitable for Read More …
Caisson Foundation
Q.What is Caisson Foundation? Does it differ from Well Foundation? (12.09.2015)A.Actually, Deep Foundation consists of PILE, WELL and CAISSON Foundations. There is a cross over of Well foundation to Caisson Read More …
Well Foundation
Q.Briefly explain ‘Well Foundation’. (12.09.2015)A.Well foundation is a type of deep foundation which is generally provided below the water level for bridges. Cassions or well have been in use for Read More …
Explain the types of building foundations
Q. Explain the types of building foundations. What are types of ‘Deep Foundations’? (11.09.2015, modified 12.09.2015) A. [Introduction The building foundation interacts with the earth. Therefore, this interaction may result Read More …
Types of Foundation for dwelling houses Q1
Q. Explain the types of building foundation suitable for single and double storey houses. (25 marks, 2015 Q1) (11.09.2015) A. Readings on ‘Deep Foundations’ is available in the link to Read More …
Pitched Roofs and Roof Finishes Q3
Q. (a) What is meant by pitched roof? Label the elements of timber pitched roof and explain its terms. (10 marks) (b) Describe five (5) types of roof finishes and Read More …
Various Brick Bondings Q2
Q. (a) Explain why continuous joints must be avoided in brick works bonding. (10 marks) (b) Using diagrams differentiate the following types of brick bonding:- (i) Stretcher and Header Bond Read More …
Different types of mortar and their finishes Q6
Q. (a) Elaborate on the characteristics and usage of the following types of mortar:- (i) Cement mortar (ii) Lime mortar (iii) Compo mortar (b) Explain how a mortar joint may Read More …