ELEMENTS OF CIVIL ENGINEERING (OE-I)

Assignment Questions

UNIT-III

1 Define aggregate. Write short notes on classification of aggregates.

2 List out the classification of buildings as per occupancy according to
National Building Code and explain the following.
(i) Residential buildings
(ii) Assembly buildings
(iii) Storage buildings
3 What is the meaning of grade of concrete? What are the grades
recommended by the IS code?
UNIT-IV
1 Explain the components of house drainage.
2 a) Discuss the effect of construction of a weir or barrage on the river regime.
b) Draw a layout of water supply of a single storied building.
3 Discuss about the steps to conserve water.
4 Explain about the various electrical related tasks to be carried out in a new
office building.
5 Distinguish between (i) gravity dam and earth dam, (ii) over flow dams and
non- overflow dams, (iii) rigid dams and non- rigid dams.
6 a)Briefly explain the significant features of global water balance
studies.
b)What are the precautions to take while laying the pipes?

UNIT-V
1 Explain in detail about (i) Earth Road (ii) WBM road (iii) Bituminous Road
2 Describe in brief the use of traffic signs. Draw the figures of mandatory
signs STOP and GIVE WAY
3 Describe with sketches the rigid and flexible pavements.
4 Draw different sketches of traffic islands.
5 Explain the importance of kerbs.