Q. a) Explain the two-pipe system for soil and waste disposal. (15 marks) b) Explain using schematic diagram the water treatment process from intake source to consumer distribution. (10 marks) Read More …
2-pipe system and Water treatment Q5
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Load bearing v non-load bearing walls & Curtain Walling frame building Q6
Q. a) Explain the differences between load bearing and non-load bearing wall. (10 marks) b) Illustrate using diagrams, the construction of curtain walling for framed buildings. (15 marks) (25 marks, Read More …
Separate underground sewerage, manhole, back siphonage & recycling of waste Q7
Q. Explain any three (3) of the following: i) Separate system in underground sewerage system ii) The function of manhole in sewerage system iii) Back Siphonage in water supply system Read More …
Horizontal members of support
Q.Explain the following building terms with diagram when necessary. Joists Stringers Headers Purlins Rafters Girts Lintels Girders Spandrels Trusses A.In most buildings, the superstructure systems consists of floor and roof Read More …
Common Path of Egress Travel
Q.What do you mean by “Common Path of Egress Travel”? A.The common path of egress travel, or CPET, is defined in the IBC as: “That portion of exit access which Read More …
Lead still used in water piping?
Q.In our modern day of PVC, is lead piping still used? A.Below is an extract from Safe Plumbing Org.Why is Lead Used in Water Pipes and Plumbing? The answer goes Read More …
Concrete frame structure advantages v disadvantages
Q.What are the advantages and disadvantages of concrete frame structure? A.Advantages: 1- Low Cost (Than Steel Structures)2- Good Safety (Compared to its Price)3- High Compressive Strength (Best choice for lower Read More …
Pad, Strip, Raft & PIle Foundations Q1
Q. With the aid of diagrams, explain the following types of foundations: (i) Pad Foundation (ii) Strip Foundation (iii) Raft Foundation (iv) Pile Foundation (25 marks, 2016 Q1) A. Type Read More …
Steel vs Concrete in Framed Structures & in-situ cast vs steel frame Q2
Q. (a) Explain the factors that influence the choice of steel and concrete as material for framed structures. (15 marks) (b) Outline the advantages of the following frame structures: (i) Read More …
Underground sewerage & types of material for water pipes Q3
Q. (a) Using suitable diagrams, explain the underground sewerage system for combined and separate systems. (15 marks) (b) Explain four (4) types of materials that are used for water supply Read More …
Factors affecting performance of roof and Flat roof construction Q4
Q. (a) Outline four (4) factors that affect the performance of a roof. (10 marks) (b) Using sketches, explain the construction of reinforced concrete flat roof for high rise buildings. Read More …
Self siphonage, back pressure and septic tank Q5
Q.Explain the followings: (i) Self Siphonage (ii) Back Pressure (iii) Septic Tank (25 marks, 2016 Q5) A.(i) Self Siphonage From freedictionary.com, it is The removing of water from a trap, Read More …
Travel Direct vs Direct Distance and Ways to limit spread of fire Q6
Q. (a) Explain the difference between travel distance and direct distance as means of escape in case of fire. (15 marks) (b) Explain two (2) ways of limiting the spread Read More …
Steel and Concrete for Framed Structure and Roof-lights for factory Q7
Q. (a) Explain two (2) criteria influencing the choice between steel and concrete as material for framed structures. (10 marks) (b) Explain with sketches the types of roof-lights suitable for Read More …
Is CCC better than CFO?
Q. b) In your opinion, do you think that the Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC) is better than the Certificate of Fitness for Occupation (CFO) for the construction industry Read More …
What is ‘Formwork’?
Q.What is ‘Formwork’? A.Formwork is the term given to either temporary or permanent molds into which concrete or similar materials are poured. In the context of concrete construction, the falsework Read More …
Beam and Block Flooring
Q. With diagram illustrate beam and block construction for flooring. What are it advantages and applications? A. D12 2012 Q2 on Beam and Slab Floor here. D12 2015 Q2 on Read More …
Features and limitations of IBS in Malaysia
Q. What are the basic features and limitations of IBS and what are their obstacles in implementation? A. Read about Classification and Types of IBS; Definition and Benefits of IBS; Read More …
IBS Definition and Benefits
Q. What is the definition of Industrialised Building System (IBS) and what are the key drivers and benefits of using IBS? A. Read about Classification and Types of IBS; Definition Read More …
Classification and Types of IBS
Q.What are the classification and types of Industrial Building System (IBS)? A.Read aboutClassification and Types of IBS (this posting);Definition and Benefits of IBS;Features and Challenges of IBS (this posting); andBarrier to the Read More …