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M.Tech. Degree Examination Branch: Civil Engineering Specialization: Structural Engineering and Construction Management First Semester

The document is a model question paper for an M.Tech exam in Structural Engineering and Construction Management. It contains 8 questions covering various advanced construction techniques. The questions address topics like tunnel boring machines, box jacking, underwater construction, trenchless technology, erecting tall structures, continuous concrete pouring, slip forming, tower crane erection, bridge launching, dome construction, prestressed domes, micro piling, subgrade waterproofing, mud jacking, protecting sheet piles, screw anchors, underpinning, and building demolition. Students have to choose between multiple choice questions and are evaluated based on their explanations of construction methods and provision of sketches where needed.

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M.Tech. Degree Examination Branch: Civil Engineering Specialization: Structural Engineering and Construction Management First Semester

The document is a model question paper for an M.Tech exam in Structural Engineering and Construction Management. It contains 8 questions covering various advanced construction techniques. The questions address topics like tunnel boring machines, box jacking, underwater construction, trenchless technology, erecting tall structures, continuous concrete pouring, slip forming, tower crane erection, bridge launching, dome construction, prestressed domes, micro piling, subgrade waterproofing, mud jacking, protecting sheet piles, screw anchors, underpinning, and building demolition. Students have to choose between multiple choice questions and are evaluated based on their explanations of construction methods and provision of sketches where needed.

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M.TECH. DEGREE EXAMINATION


Branch: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Structural Engineering and Construction Management
Model Question Paper-II

First Semester
MCESC 105-4 ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES
(Regular 2013Admissions)

Time: 3 Hours

Total: 100 marks


Answer all questions. All questions carry equal marks.

a. Explain different types of Tunnel Boring Machines with neat sketches.

(15 marks)

b. Explain different construction aspects of box jacking.

(10 marks)

OR
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a. Discuss the different underwater construction techniques.

(10 marks)

b. Explain trenchless technology and its construction techniques.

(7 marks)

c. Write short notes on coffer dams using sheet piles with neat sketches.

(8 marks)

a. Describe the various steps involved in the erection of lattice towers.

(15 marks)

b. Discuss in detail any two erection techniques for tall structures.

(10 marks)

OR
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a. Explain the construction techniques for continuous concreting in tall buildings. (10 marks)
b. Explain the significance and advantages of slip form techniques in construction industry.
(8 marks)
c. Describe aerial transportation and erection of tower cranes.
(7 marks)

a. Explain Bow String bridges.

(7 marks)

b. Discuss the sequence in launching of box decks.

(8 marks)

c. Explain various methods of construction of domes.

(10 marks)

OR
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a. Explain briefly prestressed domes.

(7 marks)

b. Write short note on

(i) Vaccum dewatering of concrete flooring

(6 marks)

(ii) Concrete paving techniques

(6 marks)

(iii) Articulated structures.

(6 marks)

a. Explain micro piling. With neat sketches discuss the various applications of micro piling.
(10 marks)
b. Discuss Sub Grade waterproofing techniques.
(8 marks)
c. Explain Mud Jacking on slab foundation.
OR

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(7 marks)

a. Explain the following.

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(i)

Protecting sheet piles

(ii)

Screw anchors

(iii)

Underpinning

(35 = 15 marks)

b. Explain the sequence in demolition and dismantling of building.

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(10 marks)

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