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UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA FINAL EXAMINATION

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BUILDING CONSTRUCTION II BSD150 APRIL 2008 3 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES 1. 2. 3. This question paper consists of five (5) questions. Answer five (4) questions in the Answer Booklet. Start each answer on a new page. Do not bring any material into the examination room unless permission is given by the invigilator. Please check to make sure that this examination pack consists of: i) ii) the Question Paper an Answer Booklet - provided by the Faculty

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QUESTION 1 a) Briefly explain the category of soil and rock formation. (6 marks) b) Differentiate between cohesive soil and non-cohesive soil. (10 marks) c) Explain the soil characteristics that should be considered in selecting and designing the types of foundation system for a building. (9 marks) QUESTION 2

a) Differentiate between the methods of using 'JKR Probe' and 'Wash boring' (10 marks) b) List THREE (3) factors to be considered in selecting the building foundation (6 marks) c) Settlement can be defined as the movement of soil due to load imposed. Clearly state the factors which can cause the building settlement. (9 marks) QUESTION 3

a) With the aid of sketches, explain timber joist as method in the floor supporting systems. (10 marks) b) With the aid of appropriate sketches, describe the process involved in constructing the ground floor for a double storey bungalow houses. (10 marks) c) List FIVE (5) advantages and disadvantages of using pre-cast concrete floor compared to cast in-situ concrete floor. (5 marks)

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QUESTION 4 a) Briefly explain FIVE (5) functional requirements that must be considered in ensuring a good wall system. (10 marks) b) With the appropriate sketches, explain any THREE (3) of the following:i) ii) iii) iv) Parapet wall construction Crib wall Party wall Cavity wall (15 marks)

QUESTION 5

a) Discuss the fire door requirements as required in the Uniform Building Bye Law (UBBL) 1984. (10 marks) b) With the help of appropriate sketches, explain the staircase construction requirements as stated under Clause 106-113 Uniform Building Bye Law (UBBL) 1984. (15 marks)

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