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Q. Foundation is an important component of a building. Explain five (5) functions of building foundations. (25 marks, 2019 Q1) A. 2017 Q2a Ref: Earlier post.

Q. Discuss the main advantages and disadvantages on in-situ concrete frames, steel frames and pre-cast concrete frames. (25 marks, 2019 Q2) A. 2016 Q2 In-situ Concrete vs Prefabricated Steel frame Read More …

Q. Site investigations is a process of discovery or exploration of the ground conditions for the selection of the most appropriate location for a project. Discuss the information needed from Read More …

Q. With the aid of diagram(s), explain: Flat roof Sloping roof Pitched roof (25 marks, 2019 Q4) A. Flat roof 2016 Q4b Ref: Earlier post. Sloping roof Sloping roof is Read More …

Q. The traditional floor surface and finishes for ground floors are natural stone slabs, thick clays tiles or brick laid on a bed of lime, and sand on consolidated earth Read More …

Q. Explain the design and construction of septic tank for a domestic building. (25 marks, 2019 Q6) A. Septic tank for the first time came out as a COMPLETE SINGLE Read More …

Q. With the aid of diagram(s), explain: Garden wall bonds English and Flemish bonds Stretcher bond (25 marks, 2019 Q7) A. Repeat of D06 2019 Q3 Ref: Earlier post.

Q. Foundation is the most essential part of a building structure which transmits the loads of the structure safely to the ground. For the scenarios given below suggest suitable foundations Read More …

Q. a) In timber construction the preservation of timber has to be carried out to increase the life of timber. Discuss the different types of preservatives use for timber. (12 Read More …

Q. Ventilation in a building is important to provide healthy air for breathing and remove stale air from the building. a) Give the reasons for providing ventilation in buildings. (10 Read More …

Q. Explain any three (3) of the following: a) One pipe system in building sanitation system. b) The location of manhole in sewerage system. c) Separate system in underground sewerage Read More …

Q. a) Explain the difference between travel distance and direct distance as means of escape in case of fire. (10 marks) b) Explain the various ways and means of limiting Read More …

Q. The roof is used to protect the house from all types of weather. Explain the functional requirements for roof and using sketches explain the portal frame roof construction. (25 Read More …

Q. Explain the following: i. Self siphonage ii. Manhole iii. Septic Tank (25 marks, 2018 Q7) A. Similar question was asked in 2016 Q5 2017 Q7 Manhole, diversion manhole, what Read More …

Q. a) Explain the importance of site investigation. (5 marks) b) Discuss the information needed from desk study phase and site reconnaissance phase in conducting a site investigation. (20 marks) Read More …