Tag: 2.6

Q. a) Discuss three (3) functional requirements of roof covering for a single storey factory building. (10 marks) b) With the aid of suitable labelled diagrams, explain the following roof Read More …

Q. Explain three (3) of the following:- a) Separate system in underground sewerage system b) One pipe system in building sanitation system c) Factors to be considered in selecting sanitary Read More …

Q. a) Explain the factors to be considered in selecting a building foundation. (7 marks) b) With the aid of a diagram, explain the characteristics of Strip and Pad foundation. Read More …

Q. Explain using labelled diagram the following types of floors:- i) Flush Slab ii) Beam and Slab iii) Drop Beam Slab (25 marks, 2011 Q2) A. Similar question was asked Read More …

Q. a) State three (3) functional requirements of external walls for framed buildings. (7 marks) b) Illustrate using diagrams, the following type of walls for framed buildings:- i) Curtain walling Read More …

Q. a) The materials most suitable for the construction of framed structures are steel and reinforced concrete. Explain the factors influencing the choice between steel and concrete structures. (10 marks) Read More …

Q. a) With fully labeled diagrams, explain the basic difference and advantages of the direct and indirect cold water supply system. (18 marks) b) Back siphonage, is the back flow Read More …

Q. a) Explain the importance of natural ventilation in a building and the effects of such ventilation. (7 marks) b) Explain mechanical ventilation and the types of systems available and Read More …

Q. a) Explain the following two (2) methods of disposing the collected rubbish:- i) Open dumping ii) Land filling (10 marks) b) Using suitable diagrams, explain the underground sewerage systems Read More …

Q. a) Explain the soil condition of a construction site where the pile foundation must be used. (10 marks) b) With the aid of diagrams, explain the construction of pile Read More …

Q. a) With the aid of diagrams, explain how drinking water is being treated to ensure that it is safe for consumption. (10 marks) b) With the aid of diagram, Read More …

Q. a) Explain the factors that influence the choice of steel and concrete as materials for framed structures. (15 marks) b) Outline the advantages of the following frame structures:- i) Read More …

Q. a) Explain the factors affecting the choice of floor structures for a building. (10 marks) b) Show two (2) types of floor construction suitable for a domestic building. (15 Read More …

Q.a) Explain the factors affecting the choice of roof structures in factory buildings. (10 marks) b) Explain with sketches the types of roof-lights suitable for factories. (15 marks) (25 marks, Read More …

Q. The single stack system is the simplification of the one pipe system. Explain the following components of the system: i) soil pipe ii) air vent iii) water traps (25 Read More …

Q. a) Explain what you understand by Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC) and how does it differ from the Certificate of Fitness for Occupation (CFO) before this. (15 marks) Read More …

Q.a) State five (5) objectives of site investigation. (10 marks) b) Prepare a report regarding the information needed for the site investigation. (15 marks) (25 marks, 2014 Q1) A.(a) To Read More …

Q. a) List five (5) differences between shallow and deep foundation. (10 marks) b) Sheet pile walls are constructed by driving prefabricated sections into the ground. With the aid of Read More …

Q. a) Timber is one of the materials widely used in Malaysia. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of using timber in building construction. (15 marks) b) Classify three (3) types Read More …

Q. a) In Malaysia, builders prefer to construct pitch roof system as compared to flat roof system. Explain the statement. (10 marks) b) With the aid of labelled diagram, explain Read More …