MARG INSTITUTE OF DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE

SWARNABHOOMI, KANCHIPURAM – 603 302

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PROG B.Arch Internal Assessment – II
SEMESTER IX DATE 19.10.2020
MAX MARKS 50 TIME 1.5 Hrs
SUB CODE / NAME AR6901 SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATION

PART A (5x 2 = 10 Marks)

1. Write note on Estimation.

2. Write the short account of necessity of estimation.

3. List out the Types of Estimate.

4. State the significance of principles of measurement and billing

5. State the significance of Abstract estimate

6. List a few purpose for approximate estimate.

7. List out the factors to be considered for preparing for Estimate.

8. Chart out the detailed estimate for Brick work.

9. State the significance of contingencies in estimation.

10. What do you understand by optimization of resources?

PART – B (2x 15 = 30 Marks)

11. a) Discuss in detail the factors considered for Estimation.

Or
b) Write down the measurement of basic materials like wood, brick and concrete.

12. a) Elucidate in detail about the approximate method of estimating for building.
Or

b) Explain with an Example how you would estimate the detailed quantity for the following
works.
1. Wood work
2. Painting
3. Flooring
4. Weathering course