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UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA FINAL EXAMINATION

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CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY IV QSD282 APRIL 2010 2 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES 1. This question paper consists of two (2) parts: PART A (3 Questions) PART B (3 Questions)

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Answer two (2) questions from PART A and two (2) questions from PART B. Answer PART A and PART B on a separate Answer Booklets. 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 a two (2) Answer Booklets - provided by the Faculty

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PART A

QUESTION 1

a)

Explain in detail two (2) important functions of piling foundation system. (5 marks)

b)

A proposed four-storey shopping complex is to be built in ex-mining land. Recommend the most appropriate pile to be used. Give reasons for your answer. (10 marks) Using suitable sketches, explain the differences between the following piles: i) Displacement and replacement piles ii) End-bearing and friction piles (10 marks)

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QUESTION 2

a)

Discuss two (2) main problems that may be encountered during the construction of bored piles. (7 marks) Give four (4) advantages and disadvantages of displacement piles. (8 marks)

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Composite piles are also referred to as partially preformed piles that combine the use of precast and in-situ concrete or steel tube and in-situ concrete. Using suitable sketches explain the process of constructing one (1) type of composite piles. (10 marks)

QUESTION 3

Explain any five (5) of the following: a) b) c) d) e) f) Diesel hammer Vibratory hammer Sheet pile Timber pile Pile Dynamic Analyzer test Maintained Load Test (25 marks)

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PARTB

QUESTION 1

a)

It is essential that the basement excavation be adequately supported. Explain with suitable sketches of basement excavation supported by Reinforced Concrete Diaphragm wall. (12 marks) With the aid of sketches, explain the process of top-down excavation technique for basement construction. (9 marks)

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c) List two (2) advantages and disadvantages of top-down excavation technique. (4 marks)

QUESTION 2

a)

List the differences between hot-rolled steel section and cold-rolled steel section. (5 marks)

b)

Structural steel frame and concrete frame are the main systems used in construction today. Explain four (4) factors that need to be considered in choosing between the two systems. (8 marks) Sketch and label all of the following: i) Splice for an unequal section connection, ii) Structural steel beam to column connection, iii) Gusset base for stanchion. (12 marks)

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QUESTION 3

a) Define the term 'basement' and state two (2) main objectives of basement construction. (6 marks)

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b) Explain in detail six (6) advantages of using steel structures as a building frame. (9 marks) c) With the aid of sketches, explain any two (2) types of temporary ground-water control system normally used in basement construction. (10 marks)

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