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MERU UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

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University Examinations 2021/2022

SECOND YEAR, FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE CERTIFICATE IN BUILDING


AND CONSTRUCTION

ECC 1104: CIVIL ENGINEERING WORKSHOP PRACTICE


DATE: OCTOBER 2022 TIME: 1HR 30 MIN

INSTRUCTIONS: Answer question ONE compulsory and any other TWO questions

QUESTION ONE (30 marks)


a. Identify three properties that are important for checking in construction bricks. (3 marks)
b. Highlight three functions of mortar in brick laying (3 marks)
c. What are the differences between a brick and a concrete block? (2 marks)
d. List any four advantages of solid concrete blocks over the clay bricks. (4 marks)
e. State any four reasons why we carry out plastering on our buildings. (4 marks)
f. Discuss the three types of floors we use in homes in Kenya. (6 marks)
g. State three tools and equipment used in tiling works. (3 marks)
h. State any five plumbing fixtures in buildings (5 marks)

QUESTION TWO (15 marks)


a. Discuss any five brick mortar joints used in the construction industry (5 marks)
b. Discuss the process of setting out concrete blocks (10 marks)

QUESTION THREE (15 MARKS)


a. Discuss two types of structural bonds used in masonry works. (4 marks)
b. Discuss properties of scaffolds that make them preferred in construction works (5 marks)
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c. State any three advantages of using scaffolds in concrete form work. (3 marks)
d. Discuss three types of kerbs used in pavement construction (3 marks)

QUESTION FOUR (15 MARKS)


a. Discuss any four operations required before taking up tiling works. (4 marks)
b. Discuss the process of laying tiles. (7 marks)
c. State any four types of arches depending on their shape (4 marks)

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