About this previous year paper
This document is the B.Tech SEM–III Theory Examination 2018–19 question paper for Building Materials & Construction (Subject Code: RCE301) under Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU).
The uploaded PDF contains two pages, clearly divided into SECTION A, SECTION B, and SECTION C.
The paper carries 70 marks, and the allotted time is 3 hours.
The exam evaluates a student’s understanding of common building materials, construction components, flooring, ventilation, joinery, traps, lintels, air conditioning, staircases, and essential construction practices.
SECTION A — Short Questions (2 × 7 = 14 Marks)
(Visible on Page 1)
Section A contains seven brief questions, each worth 2 marks.
Topics include:
Meaning of P.V.C.N. What is terra-cotta
Why turpentine should be taken in minimum quantity for exterior works
Difference between escalator and lift Factors affecting flooring material choice
Suitability of clay products for construction Meaning and importance of preservation of timber
Each question is clearly printed in the Section A list on Page 1.
SECTION B — Long Questions (4 × 7 = 28 Marks)
(Shown on Page 1, after Section A)
Students must attempt any four questions.
The questions require explanation, sketches, and construction-based detailing.
Topics include:
Properties and uses of timber Classification & properties of stones used in construction
Methods of seasoning timber Requirements and types of floorings
Explaining roof coverings Classification of stairs and requirements of a good staircase
Types of doors and windows commonly used
These questions test deeper understanding of materials, construction techniques, and structural components.
SECTION C — Applied Construction Questions (Each 7 Marks)
(Page 2)
Section C contains Question 6 and Question 7, each having two alternatives (a or b).
Students must attempt one part from each question.
Q6 — Ventilators / Lintels
(Shown on Page 2)
(a) Functions of a ventilator, difference between ventilator and window, and sketching combined window–ventilator.
(b) What are lintels?
Explain types/classification of lintels with neat sketches.
Q7 — Traps / Air Conditioning
(Shown on Page 2)
(a) What are traps?
Explain types of traps commonly used in plumbing (e.g., P-trap, S-trap, Gully trap, Intercepting trap).
(b) Essential requirements of air conditioning and difference between comfort AC and industrial AC.
Both questions match the printed content from Page 2 exactly.
OVERALL SUMMARY OF THE DOCUMENT
The Building Materials & Construction (RCE301) exam paper evaluates understanding of:
Building Materials
Stones, timber, clay products Terra-cotta
Turpentine usage Preservation & seasoning of timber
Flooring materials
Construction Components
Stairs & stair requirements Doors & windows
Escalator vs lift Ventilators & windows
Lintels (types & sketches) Roof coverings
Plumbing & Services
Traps and their types
Air conditioning types (comfort vs industrial)
The paper is 2 pages, cleanly formatted, and follows the AKTU pattern:
SECTION A → Short questions
SECTION B → Long descriptive questions
SECTION C → Diagram + construction application questions