Thomas Sim E3009

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Explain five (5) types of ceiling finishes normally used for suspended ceiling.

(10 marks, 2012 Q4b)

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An earlier post here also wrote about ceiling finishes.
1. Acoustic Ceiling Tiles
One type […]

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 of the room. They cannot be classified […]

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Using diagram explain the different types of pitched roofs.

i) Single Roof
ii) Double Roof
iii) Trussed or Framed Roof

(15 marks, 2012 Q3b)

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Roofs may be pitched (angled), or “flat” (which, in […]

Q.In simple language, describe the functions of roofing.A.Functions of Roofi. To keep out rain, wind, snow and dustii. To prevent excessive heat loss in winteriii. To keep the interior of building cool in […]

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List down the different types of discharge from a construction site, and how to prevent them from polluting the environment.

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Purpose of drainage in a construction site is posted earlier here.

There […]

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Would it be more expensive if property is traded in open market? Is the cost higher?

Q.Registered Estate Agent losing out to IT evolution in property transaction? Why do you go through agent? You can sell via Internet to your buyer direct!? Argue this observation.

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Why is it difficult in investing into commercial properties?

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Firstly, the argument here is investing in commercial properties, not buying for own use.

The major difference in buying for investment is […]

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How to calculate cash flow in a property investment? What is cash on cash return?

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What is cash flow? As understood in accounting, cash flow denotes cash movement in an activity of business […]

Q.Why 吃亏 has anything to do with Pareto Efficiency?A.An article is posted in my other blog – justLetak! here.

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What are the factors influencing what type of pile to use?

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Factors influencing choice of pile

Location and type of structure
Ground conditions
Durability
Cost

There are many factors […]

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. It is important to […]

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Describe deep foundation, and give reasons why deep foundation is warranted.

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Deep foundations are those founding too deeply below the finished ground surface for their base bearing capacity to be […]

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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)

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Similar question was asked […]

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 wind load […]

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 Q7)A.i) Symbols […]

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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 for damp proof course commonly used in […]

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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 bricks. Explain the properties of those types of […]

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a) Using diagrams, explain the types of ceiling and state the advantages and disadvantages of each type of the ceiling. (15 marks)

b) Explain five (5) types of ceiling finishes normally used for suspended […]

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a) Explain the function of roof in the following context:-

i) Weather resistant
ii) Thermal insulation
iii) Strength and stability (10 marks)

b) Using diagram, explain the differences between the […]