BANGALORE TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING

ACADEMIC YEAR 2023-2024

SEMESTER I (P1,P2,P3) (P Cycle)
SUBJECT GREEN BUILDINGS (BETCK105B)

ASSIGNMENT NO.1
Module 1 (Introduction to the concept of cost effective Construction)
Module 2 (Environment friendly and cost effective Building Technologies)

1) Write a short note on i) Laterite Block ii) Burnt Bricks

2) Mention the advantages and disadvantages of Fiber Reinforced Concrete (F.R.C)

3) Explain the concept of Stabilized Mud Blocks (S.M.B)

4) What is Fiber Reinforced Polymer (F.R.P)? List the applications of FRP composites.

5) State the Environmental issues related to quarrying of material.

6) Write a short note on Bamboo construction.

7) Write the properties and uses of Lime Pozzolana cement.

8) Write the features of Gypsum Board.

9) List out the various environmental friendly and cost effective building technologies. Explain any

two in brief.

10) Write a note on i) Flemish Bond ii) Rat trap Bond

11) Write a short note on cavity wall.

12) Explain the concept of Ferrocement and Ferroconcreting.