1) Describe the construction of pile foundation and Caissons with neat and suitable sketches.
2) Write down the method of improving bearing capacity of soils.
3) Write down the different methods adopted to make a building damp proof.
4) Write down the different kinds of bonds in bricks work? Describe 1 brick thick wall and 11/2 brick thick wall in English bond.
5) Describe different kinds of pitched roofs with sketches.
6) Write a detailed note on floor finishing suited for the following: (i) ware house (ii) Hospital (iii) Library.
7) Plan a stair case for a residential building in which vertical distance between each floor is 3.36m. The size of the stair hall is limited to 4.5 m x 3m. Suppose any other relevant data.
8) Write brief note on:
(i) Flush door
(ii) Revolving door
(iii) Casement window
(iv) Sash window
9)(a) Write down the general fire safety requirements adopted for buildings.
(b) Write down the fire resisting properties of:
(i) Bricks
(ii) Concrete
(iii) Steel
10)(a) Describe how will you achieve thermal insulation of roofs.
(b) Write down the general planning principles which are considered for good acoustical conditions of a hall.