Q. a) Explain the term “load bearing wall building” and “framed building” (8 marks) b) State the differences of these two (2) types of building structures. (7 marks) c) Describe Read More …
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5 Characteristics of Floor Construction Q2
Q. (a) Explain five (5) main characteristics of floor construction. (10 marks) (b) With the use of diagrams, explain the stages in the construction of the following: (i) a solid Read More …
Stages of Development for a Construction Project Q1
Q. Explain the following stages of development for a construction project: (i) Briefing stage (ii) Designing stage (iii) Tendering stage (iv) Construction stage (25 marks, 2014 Q1) A. Answers were Read More …
Material used in DPC
Q. State the material used for damp proof course commonly used in construction work. (15 marks, 2012 Q6b) A. Materials widely used for damp proofing include: Flexible materials like Read More …
Firebrick v Insulating Firebrick
Q.What are the differences in firebrick and insulating firebrick? A. Firebricks – heavy dense fire clay bricks About the heavy dense heat resistant firebricks, standard size or other firebrick products Read More …
Different types of bricks
Q. State two (2) types of brick commonly used in building construction other than clay bricks. Explain the properties of those types of bricks as compared with clay bricks. (13 Read More …
Types of ceiling finishes
Q. Explain five (5) types of ceiling finishes normally used for suspended ceiling. (10 marks, 2012 Q4b) A. An earlier post here also wrote about ceiling finishes. 1. Acoustic Ceiling Read More …
Purpose of Ceiling
Q.Explain the purpose of ceiling. Is it a structure of a building? A.Ceilings are interior structures in an enclosed space such as rooms and hall that cover the upper limit Read More …
Different Pitched Roofs
Q. Using diagram explain the different types of pitched roofs. i) Single Roof ii) Double Roof iii) Trussed or Framed Roof (15 marks, 2012 Q3b) A. Roofs may be pitched Read More …
Functions of Roof – 2
Q.In simple language, describe the functions of roofing. A.Functions of Roof i. To keep out rain, wind, snow and dustii. To prevent excessive heat loss in winteriii. To keep the Read More …
Types of Discharge at Construction Site
Q. List down the different types of discharge from a construction site, and how to prevent them from polluting the environment. A. Purpose of drainage in a construction site is Read More …
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Factors influencing choice of Pile
Q. What are the factors influencing what type of pile to use? A. Factors influencing choice of pile Location and type of structure Ground conditions Durability Cost There are many Read More …
Types of Piles
Q.List out types of piles commonly used for foundation. A.Piles are often used because adequate bearing capacity can not be found at shallow enough depths to support the structural loads. Read More …
Deep Foundation
Q. Describe deep foundation, and give reasons why deep foundation is warranted. A. Deep foundations are those founding too deeply below the finished ground surface for their base bearing capacity to Read More …
Shallow Foundation
Q. Using sketches, show the types of shallow foundation and describe the soil conditions and types of building structures where it is specifically used. (15 marks, 2012 Q1b) A. Similar Read More …
Piling Building Foundation – 2
Q.What are the common precautions to take when piling for building construction? A. Precautions while designing ‘Foundation’ A foundation should be designed to transmit combined dead load, imposed load and Read More …
Symbols and graphics Q7
Q.Sketch the followings:- i) Five (5) symbols of building materialsii) Five (5) graphical symbols for building componentsiii) Plan for pitched roofiv) Section of a solid ground floor (25 marks, 2012 Read More …
DPC – Damp Proof Course Q6
Q. a) Explain the functions of Damp Proof Course and by using diagrams, explain the methods in which damp proof course are used. (10 marks) b) State the material used Read More …
Masonry Bricks Q5
Q. a) What is a clay brick? Explain the types of clay bricks. (12 marks) b) State two (2) types of brick commonly used in building construction other than clay Read More …