MODEL QUESTION PAPER (CBCS 2015 SCHEME) (For Reference only)
Note: The model question paper highlights the overall distribution of marks and provides generic
examples of questions set with reference to the modules syllabus.
USN 15ARC7.2
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VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
VII Semester B.Arch. (CBCS 2015 Scheme) Examination ……..2018
MATERIALS AND METHODS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION VII
Time: 04 Hours Maximum Marks: 100
Instructions for Candidates:
1. Answer FIVE full questions, taking ONE Full Question from each Module.
2. All Questions carry equal marks.
3. Assume any missing data and scale suitably.
4. Provide neat sketches wherever necessary.
Q. No. Module 1 Marks
1
2
Enumerate the properties and uses of the following materials:
Block Board
MDF
Laminate
Plywood
OR
Provide design and construction details for a wardrobe of size 1.8m Wide x
2.1m High and 600mm Deep with the following drawings?
Plan, Section and Elevation (inside and outside) to a Scale of
1:20
Any ONE fixing detail from Shutter, Drawer or Shelf to a Scale
of 5
5
5
5
5
15
5
Module 2
3
4 a
b
Provide the following details for a Kitchen interior of size 4.0M x 4.0M:
Plan to Scale 20
Cross Section to Scale 10
OR
Design and detail a partition wall of a size 3.0M(height) x 2.40M(width) in
Gypsum Board for a large hall to the Scale 20.
Design and detail a workstation to seat 4 people with requisite storage.
Draw Plan, Elevation Section to Scale 10.
10
10
10
10
MODEL QUESTION PAPER (CBCS 2015 SCHEME) (For Reference only)
Note: The model question paper highlights the overall distribution of marks and provides generic
examples of questions set with reference to the modules syllabus.
USN 15ARC7.2
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Module 3
5
6
A false ceiling is required for a room of size 5.0M x 5.0M using modular
metal systems. Provide the following:
Reflected Ceiling Plan to Scale 20
Cross section to scale 10 (partial section)
Concealed Light Fixture detail
OR
Provide construction details of the following:
Pre-stressed Beam to Slab connection.
Pre-stressed Beam to Column connection.
Post-tensioning of various building elements.
8
8
4
7
7
6
Module 4
7
8 a
b
Enumerate in detail where you would recommend the following
Foundations?
Raft Foundation
Grillage Foundation
OR
Explain various types of Cast-in-Situ pile foundations
How do you construct earthen walls? Enumerate in detail with sketches.
10
10
10
10
Module 5
9 a
b
10
Explain the process of treatment of bamboo?
Provide construction details for construction of a Security room of size
3.0M x 3.0M using bamboo for complete superstructure work, using Plan,
Section Elevation to Scale 20.
OR
Explain in detail the following prefabricated building systems used in
construction:
Types of Slab, Beam Column.
Methods used in joining prefab elements.
5
15
10
10