B.E-B.E Civil Engineering Modern Construction Techniques(SASTRA University, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu-2011)
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(Established under section 3 of UGC Act,1956)
Course & Branch :B.E - P-CIVIL
Title of the Paper :Modern Construction Techniques Max. Marks:80
Sub. Code :620PTE03 (2007-08-09) Time : 3 Hours
Date :14/11/2011 Session :FN
PART - A (10 x 2 = 20)
Answer ALL the Questions
1. State the purpose of foundation.
2. List out different types of roofs.
3. Under what situation Pile foundation is suitable?
4. What is meant by Trenchless Techniques?
5. State the principle of Prestressing.
6. Furnish the uses of ground anchors?
7. State the different types of earth moving equipment.
8. What are the advantages of paving equipment?
9. State the function of bearing in bridges.
10. Where cable stayed bridges are suitable?
PART – B (5 x 12 = 60)
Answer All the Questions
11. Describe in detail about various types of foundation, their choices, merits and demerits.
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12. With the help of neat sketches explain different types of roofs adopted in Indian Practice. State their relative merits and demerits.
13. Describe the construction aspects of Caisson foundation and well foundation.
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14. Critically discuss about underpinning and dewatering in foundation systems.
15. Discuss in detail about various Prestressing systems.
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16. Write a detailed note on characteristics of concrete and steel adopted in prestressing.
17. Explain the usage of different earth moving equipment and lifting equipment with their merits and demerits.
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18. Discuss functions of Hauling and Paving equipment in construction industry.
19. Explain the method of setting out of bridges.
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20. Write short notes on
a. Construction of wall.
b. Pier construction
c. Application of prestressed concrete.
d. Productivity calculations
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