15CV51

Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi

MODEL QUESTION PAPER
th
5 Semester, B.E (CBCS) CV
Course: 15CV51 – Design of RC Structural Elements
Time: 3 Hours Max Marks: 80
Note: (i) Answer Five full questions selecting any one full question from each Module.
st nd
(ii) Question on a topic of a Module may appear in either its 1 or 2 question.
III ) Use of IS 456- 2000 and SP -16 is Permitted.
Module 1
1 (a) Differentiate between working stress method and limit state method of RCC design. 5
Explain the following
i)Partial safety factor for loads and materials
(b) 6
ii)Characteristics load
iii)Characteristic strength
Calculate the crack width directly under the bar on tension face at the location of max bending
moment in the beam of b=300mm, D=600mm, off cover on comp. side (d’) =37.5mm,
(c) 2 5
Reinforcement -3 bars of 20mm dia bars. M=200 kN-m, Ast=1855mm .

OR
Derive the expression for stress block parameter for compressive force Cu and Tensile force Tu
2 (a) 5
and locate a depth of neutral axis y= 0.42 xu from top
(b) Briefly explain under reinforced, over reinforced and balanced sections with sketch. 4
A reinforced concrete beam of cross section 300mmx600mm overall is reinforced with 3 bars
of 20mm HYDS bars of Fe415 grade on tension side with an effective cover of 50mm.
(c) compute short term deflection of the beam at mid span, consisting of service load of 20kN/m 7
and concentrated load of 25kN at the center of span. The beam is simply supported over a span
of 5m. Use M20 grade concrete and Fe415steel.
Module 2
Define Singly reinforced beam and doubly reinforced beam. List the situation which requires
3 (a) 6
the adoption of the same.
A singly reinforced beam 250mmx450mm deep up to center of reinforcement Effective cover
50mm Effective span 6m using M20 concrete and Fe500 steel. Determine the central point load
(b) that can be supported in addition to self weight. When 10
i)3-16mm dia bars
ii) 3-20mm dia bars are used as reinforcement.
OR
Determine the moment of resistance of a T-beam for the following data
Breadth of the flange=740mm; Effective depth=400mm; Breadth of web=240mm; Tensile
4 (a) 8
reinforcement =5-20Φ; Depth of flange =110mm: Adopt M20 grade concrete and Fe415 grade
steel.
 A doubly reinforced beam section is 250mm wide and 450mm deep to the centre of the tensile
reinforcement. It is reinforced with 2#16Φ as compression reinforcement at an effective cover
(b) 8
of 50mm and 4#25Φ as tensile steel. Using M15 concrete and Fe250 steel. Calculate the
ultimate moment of resistance of the beam section.
Module 3
A rectangular RC beam of size 250mm * 600 mm of effective simply supported span of 7 m
has a support service load of 26.25 kN/m excluding self-weight. The effective cover = 50
mm Design the beam for flexure and shear. Check the beam depth for control of deflection
5 (a) using empirical method. Design the stress value for different strain in steel is given below 9

Strain Stress (N/mm2 )

0.00276 351.8
0.00380 360.9

A reinforced concrete beam is to be designed over an effective span of 5m to support a service

(b) 7
load of 8 kN/m . Adopt M20 grade concrete and Fe 415 steel. Design a beam to satisfy the
collapse and serviceability limit states.

OR
6 (a) 8
A hall of 16 m * 6m supported by beams spaced 4 m C/C thickness of slab is 120 mm UDL 4
kN/m .Design a T beam using M20 Concrete and Fe 415 steel for flexure and shear . Take
bearing as 500 mm. Also show check for deflection and bond
A doubly reinforced concrete beam 250 mm wide 500mm deep is required to support 40 kN/m
(b) including self-weight with effective span 5m .Effective cover of 50 mm using M20 concrete 8
and Fe 415 steel find steel for flexure and shear
Module 4
(a) Distinguish between one way slab and Two way slab 4
(b) Explain Importance of Bond , Anchorage length 4
2
Design a slab for a room 5m x 10m live load 4kN/m . Use M20 concrete and Fe415 steel. Also
7 (b) check for bond length deflection and shear. Assume corners are held down, bearing 300mm. 7
Sketch the reinforcement details.
OR
(a) What is development length? Obtain the expression for development length in tension? 3
2
Design a two way slab 5m x 6m. Live load is 3kN/m . M20 concrete Fe415 steel. Also
(b) 6
check for bond length and shear. Assume corners are held down, bearing 300mm.
Design the middle flight of a open well type stair case to be provided for a stair hall of size
8 3.25m x 3.25m. Size of open well = 1.25m x 1.25m. Floor to floor height = 3.6m. Size of
(b) landing at each corner = 1m x 1m. Stair had to be provided along all the four walls of hall. 7
Thickness of stair hall is 230mm. the stair slab is embedded in to the wall by 200mm. The
2
service live load is 3kN/m .
 Module 5
(a) 3
What is necessity of transverse reinforcement in columns

9 Design RCC column having unsupported length 2.75 m to support a load of 2000 KN using
(b) 6
M20 concrete and Fe 415 steel
A square column 400mm sides carries a load of 900kN. Design a footing SBC of soil
(b) 7
100kN/m2. Adopt M20 concrete Fe415 steel. Check the necessary conditions.
OR

(a)
i) Explain difference between short column and long column 3
ii) What are the advantages of Providing pedestal to columns

A column 300mm x 400mm is to support a ultimate load of 1200kN and Mu 200kN-m. Find
10 (b) steel using M20 concrete Fe415 steel, assuming effective cover 50mm. Sketch the 6
reinforcement details.
Design a rectangular isolated footing of uniform thickness for a column 400 mm*600 mm to
support a load of 600 kN, SBC of soil is 120 kN/m2. Adopt M20 concrete and Fe 415 steel.
(b) 7
Consider the size of footing 2.5 m* 2.3 m. Also check the requirement with all necessary
checks
 Model Question Paper (CBCS Scheme)
Fifth Semester B.E. Degree Examination (CIVIL)
Analysis of Indeterminate Structures (15CV52)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
Note: Answer FIVE full questions, choosing one full question from each Module.
Module -1
1. A horizontal beam ABCD is loaded as shown in Fig. Q1. Plot SFD and BMD. Use slope deflection
method. Support B settles by 10mm. E = 2 x 105 N/mm2 I = 2.4 x 106 mm4.
(16 marks)
10kN 60kN
5kN/m
1m B C 2m 2m
A D

4m 5m 4m

Fig. Q.1

OR
2. Analyze the frame shown in Fig. Q2 using slope deflection method. Draw BMD. (16 marks)

5kN/m
10kN
A B 2m C
2m
6m 4m

4m

6m

Fig. Q.2
 Module -2
3. Analyze the portal frame shown in Fig. Q3 using moment distribution method. Draw BMD
5kN/m (16 marks)

5m (2I)

3m (I)
4m
10kN (I)

3m

Fig. Q3

OR
4. Analyze the continuous beam shown in Fig.Q4 using moment distribution method. Draw SFD and BMD.
(16 marks)
10kN 10kN 15kN
10kN/m
B 2m 2m 2m C 2m
D
A 3m 6m 4m
Fig.Q4
Module -3
5. Analyze the frame shown in Fig. Q5 using Kani’s method taking advantage of symmetry. (16 marks)
Draw BMD 6kN/m

C D
(2I)
15kN (I) 3m
3m (I)
2.5m 2.5m
B E
(2I)
3m (I) (I) 3m

A 5m F Fig.Q5

OR
6. Analyze the beam shown in Fig.Q6 using Kani’s method. Draw BMD and elastic curve. (16 marks)

20kN 12kN/m
5kN/m
B 2m 3m
A C
3I 2.5I 2I
6m 5m 4m

Fig.Q6
 Module -4

7. Using flexibility matrix method, analyze the beam shown in Fig. Q7. Sketch SFD and BMD (16 marks)
60kN 60kN
30kN/m
B 2m 2m
A 2m C
6m
Fig.Q7
OR
8. Analyze the frame shown in Fig. Q8 using matrix flexibility method. Draw BMD (16 marks)
10kN
B 3m 3m
C
2EI

5m
EI EI 5m

Fig.Q8

Module -5

9. Using stiffness method, determine forces in the members AB and BC of a pin jointed frame given in Fig.
Q9. The cross sections are indicated in the brackets against each member. E = 2 x 105 N/mm2 (16 marks)
C

3m (200mm2)

Fig.Q9
(100mm2)
A B
4m
8 kN
OR
10. Analyze the frame shown in Fig. Q10 using stiffness method. Draw BMD (16 marks)
30 kN 30 kN
20kN/m
B 2m 2m 2m
A C
2I 1.5 I
2m

I 60 kN

Fig.Q10
2m

D
 Model Question Paper (CBCS Scheme)
Fifth Semester B.E. Degree Examination (CIVIL)
Applied Geotechnical Engineering (15CV53)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
Note: Answer FIVE full questions, choosing one full question from each Module.
Module -1
1.
a. List and explain various types of samplers (6 Marks)
b. Explain seismic refraction method of soil exploration with neat sketch (6 Marks)
c. A sampling tube has inner diameter of 70mm and cutting edge of 68mm. its outside diameters are 72 mm
and 74mm respectively. Determine area ratio, inside clearance, outside clearance of the sampler. This
tube is pushed at the bottom of the borehole to a distance of 580mm with length of sample recorded being
520mm. find the recovery ratio. (4 Marks)
OR
2.
a. What are the objectives of subsurface exploration? (4 Marks)
b. List out the methods of dewatering. Explain any two method of dewatering with neat sketch (6 Marks)
c. Estimate the ground water level by Hvorslev’s method using the data given. Depth up to which water is
bailed out is 30m, rise in water level after first day is 2.2m, second day 1.8m and on third day it is 1.5m.
(6 Marks)
Module -2
3.
a. Explain a 2V:1H approximate method to determine stress at a depth Z below the footing of rectangular
shape of size B x L. (4 Marks)
b. List the components of settlement. Give expressions to calculate each one of them, clearly specifying
what the notations stand for. (6 Marks)
c. A structure is supported by ring foundation of outer inner diameters 8m and 5m respectively. If the
foundation transmits contact pressure of 200kN/m2, compute the stress 3m below the center of the
foundation. (6 Marks)

OR
4.
a. A footing of rectangular shape 6m x 8m is uniformly loaded with 180kN/m2 at the ground level.
Newmark’s chart of influence factor 0.004 is used to find the stress at a certain depth. It that found that 24
elements of the chart are covered by the loaded area. Determine the stress. (4 Marks)
b. Explain with sketches various types of settlements. Comment on the sustainability of these types of
settlements and functional utility of the structure. (4 Marks)
c. A soft clay layer is 5m thick and lies under newly constructed building. The effective pressure due to
overlying strata is 300kN/m2 and new construction increased the overburden by 120kN/m2. If liquid limit
is 80%, natural water content of the clay layer is 43% and G=2.70. Dry density of the clay is 18kN/m3.
Compute the settlement. (8 Marks)
 Module -3
5.
a. Explain what is meant by active and passive states of plastic equilibrium with sketch. (4 Marks)
2 0 3
b. An embankment is made of soil having C=25kN/m and φ=20 and unit weight γ=19kN/m . The slope is
1.5H: 1V and has 9m height. Determine the factor of safety along a slip circle passing through toe. The
center of slip circle is located at Fellinious angles α=260 and β=350. Use method of slices and analyze.
(12 Marks)
OR
6.
a. Derive an expression for factor of safety for infinite slope (6 Marks)
b. A retaining wall is 9.0m high , retains cohesion-less backfill. The top 3m of fill has unit weight
γ=18kN/m3 with φ= 320. The rest has unit weight γ=22kN/m3 with φ= 220. Determine the active earth
pressure on the wall and its position. (10 Marks)
Module -4
7.
a. Define
i. Safe bearing capacity
ii. Allowable bearing capacity (4 Marks)
b. What will be the net safe bearing pressure of sand having ϕ =360, take effective unit weight of soil as
19kN/m3
i. 1.2m wide strip footing
ii. 1.2m wide square footing. (6 Marks)
c. Write a note on how bearing capacity changes with respect to water table level. (6 Marks)
OR
8.
a. When there is need of combined footing, explain with sketches (6 Marks)
b. Design a square footing to carry a safe load of 2400kN on a sandy soil at a depth of 1.5m below GL with
factor of safety of 3. Given γsat=21kN/m3 with Nc = 25, Nq = 34 and Nγ = 32. Permissible settlement is
40mm. water table may rise up to the base of the footing. (10 Marks)
Module -5
9.
a. Write a note on classification of piles (6 Marks)
b. What is meant by efficiency of pile group, explain Feld’s rule. (4 Marks)
c. A group of nine piles with three piles in a row was driven into soft clay extending from ground level to a
great depth. The diameter and length s of the piles were 30cm and 10m respectively. The cohesion C =
35kN/m2. If the piles were spaced at 90cm c/c, compare the bearing load on the pile group on the basis of
shear failure criterion for a factor of safety of 2.5. Neglect bearing at the tip of the piles. Take m=0.6 for
shear mobilization around each pile. (6 Marks)
OR
10.
a. Explain static formula for the design of piles (6 Marks)
b. Draw atypical arrangement of under reamed pile with proportion of diameter of pile, bulb and spacing
(6 Marks)
c. Write a note on pile load test (4 Marks)
 Model Question Paper (CBCS Scheme)
Fifth Semester B.E. Degree Examination (CIVIL)
Computer Aided Building Planning and Drawing (15CV54)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80

Note: Answer any TWO full questions, assume any missing data suitably.

Q1.A square RCC column 500X500 mm is resting on a sloped RCC square footing .The depth of
foundation is 1.5 m below the ground level. The depth of footing is reduced to 750 mm at the
face of column to 300 mm at the edge of the footing. The column reinforcement consist of 8
bars of 20mm dia, with 2 legged 8 mm dia stirrups at 200 mm c/c and the footing
reinforcement consist of 12 mm dia bars @ 150 mm c/c ,both ways .Draw to scale the
following
a. Plan of the footing showing the reinforcement details.
b. Vertical section of the column with footing
c. Cross section of column. (30 Marks)
OR

Q2.Draw the cross section and Plan of a RCC dog legged stair for a building having the
following details.
Clear stair hall size 2.5X4.5m,width of landing 1.2m,width of each flight 1.2 m,
Rise=150mm ,Tread=150mm,Thickness of waist slab = 150mm Floor to floor height 3.6m.
(30 Marks)

Q3.The line diagram of a residential building is given in Fig Q.3. Draw to scale the following:
a. Plan at sill level.
b. Front elevation.
c. Section along XX.
d. Schedule of openings.
(50 Marks)

Q4.The line diagram of an Executive Engineers office building is given in Fig Q.4.Draw to scale
the following:
e. Plan at sill level.
f. Front elevation.
g. Section along XX.
h. Schedule of openings.
(50 Marks)
FIG NO Q3

FIG NO Q4
 Model Question Paper (CBCS)
USN 15CV551

Fifth Semester B.E. Degree (CBCS) Examination

Air Pollution and Control
Time: 3hours Max Marks: 80
Note:- Answer Any Five full questions choosing one from each module
Module -1
1 a. Define air pollution. Explain primary and secondary air pollutants (08 marks).
b. Explain the sources and consequence of air pollutants for the following
(i) Sulphur-di-oxide (ii) Ozone (iii) Dust (iv) Fumes (08 marks).
OR
2 a. Enumerate the effects of the air pollution on human health and vegetation. (08 marks).
b. Define inversion. Briefly explain the different types of inversion with the aid of neat sketch.
(06 marks)
c. Write a short note on photo-chemical smog (02 marks)
Module -2
3. a. Explain the structure and the composition of atmosphere (08 marks)
b. With a neat sketch Explain the Plume behaviour for the different atmospheric conditions
(08 marks)
OR
4. a. Explain the Gaussian plume dispersion equation for the gaseous pollutants (06 marks)
b. A coal fired power plant releases from the stack SPM at the rate of 2.3g/s. The stack height is
60m while the temperature of the stack gases is 1600 c and the ambient air temperature is 30o C.
the wind velocity at the stack height is 2.5m/s, while the stack gas velocity is 5.0m/s. The stack
diameter is 3.5m. The atmosphere pressure is 1.005 bar. The wind speed at 10m height from the
ground is 1.95 m/s. Estimate the ground level concentration for 1and 2 km downwind distance
take the standard deviations for 1km as σy = 34, σz =14; for 2km σy = 63, σz = 22 respectively.
(10 marks)
Module -3
5. a. What is meant by air sampling? Explain non-isokinetic, isokinetic sampling and sampling train
(08 marks)
b. Explain any one method for measuring the concentration of the oxides of nitrogen in stack
(08 marks)
OR
6. a. With the help of the neat sketch explain high volume air sampler for measurement of
particulate matter. (10marks)
b. What is meant by air quality monitoring? Explain any four methods of calculation of air
pollution indices for monitoring of air pollutants. (06 marks)

Module -4
7. a. Explain the factors affecting the selection of the particulate air control devices. (08 marks)
b. Briefly explain the particulate matter removal by gravity settler with the neat sketch. (08 marks)
OR
8. a. With the neat sketch explain the working principle of Cyclone separator. (08 marks)
b. A cement plant was emitting flue gas at the rate of 20,000m3/h. Assuming inlet gas velocity of
2m/s, design a tubular ESP with 0.20 diameter with 7 cylinders to achieve the efficiency of a) 90%
b) 95% (08marks)
Module -5
9. a. Explain briefly the emission of the gasoline driven vehicles and diesel driven vehicles
(08 marks)
b. Define Noise pollution. Explain the sources and different methods to control the noise
pollution (08 marks)
OR
10. a. Enumerate the following
i) Acid rain and it effects ii) Bhopal gas tragedy (08 marks)
b. Write short notes on
(i) Air quality standards
(ii) noise pollution standards
(iii) Environmental policy
(iv) Kyoto Protocol (08 marks)
 MODEL QUESTION PAPER

FIFTH SEMESTER B.E. DEGREE EXAMINATION

SUB: RAILWAYS, HARBOURS, TUNNELING AND AIRPORT ENGINEERING

SUB CODE: 15CV552 (CBCS scheme)

Time: 3 hrs Max Marks: 80

Note: Answer FIVE full questions, choosing one full question from each module

MODULE-1
1 (a) What do you understand by a permanent way? Mention the requirements of an ideal
permanent way. (8 Marks)
(b) What is creep of rail? Explain briefly the causes, effects and prevention of creep.
(8 Marks)
OR
2 (a) What are the requirements of a good ballast? Mention the different types of ballast used
in permanent way. (8 Marks)
(b) A 5 degree curve diverges from a 3 degree main curve in reverse direction in the layout
of a B.G yard. If the speed on branch line is restricted to 35 kmph, determine the restricted
speed on the main line. (8 Marks)

MODULE-2
3 (a) what are the functions of a railway station? Discuss the various requirements of a
railway station. (8Marks)
(b) Explain briefly the different types of station yards. With a neat sketch, explain the
functioning of a marshalling yard. (8 Marks)
OR
4 (a) Explain the necessity of maintaining railway track. List the various items of
maintenance. (8 Marks)
(b) Why it is necessary to provide adequate drainage facilities for a railway track? Mention
the requirements of a good drainage system. (8 Marks)

MODULE-3
5 (a) Explain the components of a harbor. Give neat sketches of the layouts of an artificial
harbor and road shed. (8 Marks)
(b) With a neat sketch explain needle beam method of tunneling in soft soils. (8 Marks)
OR
6 (a) Explain with a neat sketch the layout and components of an artificial harbor. (8 Marks)
(b) Write short notes on i) tunnel lining ii) tunnel drainage. (8 Marks)

MODULE-4
7 (a) list the various elements of an airport and explain them with a neat sketch. (8 Marks)
(b) Explain the various factors considered in selection of an airport site. (8 Marks)
OR
8 (a) What are the components of an ideal airport layout? Sketch typical layout of an airport
showing essential components. (8 Marks)
(b) Describe any four major elements influencing the planning of airports. (8 Marks)
 MODULE-5
9 (a) Explain the procedure for orienting runway using wind rose diagram of type I.
(8 Marks)
(b) Determine the turning radius of taxiway for a subsonic aircraft of the following
characteristics.The coefficient of friction is 0.13 and taxiway width is 22.5 M. (8 Marks)
a. Wheel base = 15.85 M
b. Wheel tread = 6.05 M
c. Turning speed = 40 Kmph
OR
10 (a) Explain the various types of airport marking. (8 Marks)
(b) An airport is planned at an elevation of 380 m above MSL. The monthly mean of
maximum and average daily temperatures for the hottest month at the site are 40 degree and
28 degree centigrade respectively. The effective gradient is 0.18%. Determine the length of
the runway required at the proposed site if the basic runway length is 1900m. (8Marks)
 USN 15CV553

Fifth Semester B. E. Degree Examination ____________

Masonry Structures
Time: 3hrs Max Marks: 80
Note: 1) Answer FIVE full questions, choosing one full question from each module.
2) Use of IS 1905-1987 is permitted.
3) Assume missing data if any, suitably.
Module - 1
1. a. Discuss different types of classification of bricks. (05 Marks)
b. Explain in detail the properties of mortar. (05 Marks)
2. Any revealing of identification, appeal to evaluator and /or equations written eg. 42+8=50, will be treated as malpractice.

c. Explain qualities of good building stones with required standard values. (06 Marks)
OR
2. a. State and briefly explain the factors affecting the compressive strength of masonry. (06 Marks)
Important Note 1. On completing your answers, compulsorily draw diagonal cross lines on the remaining blank pages.

b. The typical floor plan of a building is shown in Fig Q2b.

i) Floor to floor clear height is 3.0m ii) Slab thickness is 150mm
Find the effective thickness, effective height, effective length and slenderness ratio
for walls A, B and C. (10 Marks)

Module - 2
3. a. Explain following terms as applied to masonry structures:
i) Permissible compressive strength
ii) Stress reduction factor
iii) Shape reduction factor (06 Marks)
b. Design an interior wall of a two-storey building to carry 100mm thick RCC slab
with 3.0m ceiling height. The wall is unstiffened and it supports a 2.65 m wide slab.
Live load on the roof = 1.5kN/m2 Live load on floor = 2.0 kN/m2
Weight of terrace = 1.96 kN/m2 Wt of floor finish = 0.8 kN/m2 (10 Marks)
OR

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 4. a. With suitable values explain the following:
i) Effective height ii)Effective length iii) Effective thickness
iv) Slenderness ratio (08 Marks)
b. An interior solid cross wall of a two-storey building is 100mm thick with a ceiling
height of 3.0m. It is constructed with a brick of compressive strength 10 N/mm2 and
M1 type mortar. The walls are fully restrained both at top and bottom. Determine:
i) Effective thickness ii) Effective height iii) Slenderness ratio
iv) Stress reduction factor assuming eccentricity e = 0 and v) Permissible
compressive stress. (08 Marks)
Module – 3
5. a. Explain the steps involved in consideration of loads and design of masonry wall
with openings. (06 Marks)
b. Design an interior solid wall of a two-storey building of storey height of each floor
of 3.0m. The wall is stiffened by 100mm thick intersecting walls at 3.6m centre to
centre. Also the wall has a door opening of size 900mm x 2000mm at a distance of
200mm from one of the walls. Assume the loading as follows:
i) Roof loading = 15 kN/m ii) Floor Loading = 12.5 kN/m (10 Marks)
OR
6. a. Briefly discuss the steps involved in the design of axially loaded solid wall. (08 Marks)
b. Design an interior cross wall of a two-storey building to carry 100mm thick RCC
slab with 3m ceiling height. The wall is unstiffened and it supports a 2.65m wide
slab. Live load on the roof = 1.5 kN/m2, Live load on floor = 2 kN/m2.
Weight of 80mm thick terrace = 1.96 kN/m2, Weight of floor finish = 0.2 kN/m2. (08 Marks)
Module - 4

7. a. What are in-filled frames? Explain in brief. (06 Marks)

b. A wall 20cm thick using modular bricks carries at the top a load of 80 kN/m, having
a resultant eccentricity ratio of 1/12. Wall is 5m long between cross walls and is of
3.4m clear height between RCC slabs at top and bottom. What should be the
strength of brick and grade of mortar? Assume the joints are not raked. (10 Marks)
OR
8. a. A wall 200mm thick carries an eccentric load of 90 kN/m at the top. The
eccentricity ratio is 1/10. The wall is 5.0m long between the cross walls. The clear
height between RC slabs is 3m. Design the masonry. (10 Marks)
b. Explain with neat sketches different modes of failure of in-filled walls. (06 Marks)
Module - 5
9. a. Explain the design criteria of walls subjected to transverse loading. (06 Marks)
b. Design a reinforced brick masonry lintel subjected to triangular loading for a
window opening of span 1.8m The thickness of the wall is 220mm and the height of
the brickwork above the lintel is 1.1m. Length of the wall on either side of the lintel
is more than half the span of the lintel. Use brickwork having characteristic strength
of 10 N/mm2 and mild steel bars. (10 Marks)
OR
10. a. Give the assumptions and limitations of reinforced masonry. (06 Marks)
b. Design a compound wall for the data given below:
Ht of wall=1.7m Coping at top=400mm x 100mm
Assume the wind pressure is equal to 1000N/m2 and is uniformly distributed. The
(10 Marks)
SBC of soil is 120 kN/m2.
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 15CV554
Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi
MODEL QUESTION PAPER
th
5 Semester, B.E (CBCS) CV
Course: 15CV554 – Theory of Elasticity
Time: 3 Hours Max Marks: 80
Note: (i) Answer Five full questions selecting any one full question from each Module.
st nd
(ii) Question on a topic of a Module may appear in either its 1 or 2 question.

Module 1
1 (a) Define body force and surface force 3
(b) Derive the equations of equilibrium in three dimensions 5

The state of stress at a point is given by following

9 6 3
(c) 6 5 2 8
3 2 4 Mpa

Determine principal stress and principle direction.

OR
2 (a) What are the assumptions made in theory of Elasticity 4
(b) Derive the equation of compatibility for strain in three dimensions 4
The following strains have been measured at a point on the unloaded surface of a body

Direction
Angle θ Strain
1 0 0.002
(c) 2 120 0.002 8
3 240 -0.001

Determine the principal strain and the direction of principal planes?

Module 2
3 (a) With examples explain Plane stress and Plane strain problems. 4
(b) Write a short note on i ) Generalized Hook’s law ii) Membrane analogy 4
Show that = q 2(y3 – 3c2y + 2c3) -1 y3 (y2 – 2c2)
8c3 5
(b) 8
Is a stress function and find what problem it can solve, the when applied to region
included y = c, = o on the Side Positive.
 OR
4 (a) Write a short note on i ) Uniqueness theorem ii) St.Venant’s Principle . 4
Explain the Airy’s stress function Derive the biharmonic stress function in Cartesian
(b) 5
coordinate for a two dimensional stress state
Given the stress function

= - F y2(3h – 2y ). Determine the stress components and sketch the variations

(c) 7
h3

in a region included y=0 ,y=h, x=0 on the side X positive.

Module 3
A rectangular cantilever concrete beam of depth d and width b is having span L measured
from the free end. It carries a vertical downward load of P at free end. Derive the
5 (a) 9
expressions for stresses at any point using stress function approach

Given the following stress function

(b) 7
= Prθcosθ determine the stress component σr, σϴ and τrθ
Π3

OR
6 (a) 8
Show that for simply supported beam having length 2L ,depth 2H and unit width ,loaded by a
concentrated load at the mid span the stress function satisfying the loading condition is
= b y3 +cxy . Treat the concentrated load as a shear stress suitably distributed to
6
Suit the function, so that on each half length of beam. Also find stresses in the beam.

Derive the equations of equilibrium for a two dimensional stress system in cylindrical
(b) 8
coordinates.
Module 4
Derive the expressions for radial and tangential stress components in rotating disc for
(a) 8
i) Solid disc ii ) Solid disc with hole
Determine the stress in radial and tangential direction for a stress function
7 (b) φ = A logr + Br2logr + Cr2 + D taken for hollow cylinder submitted to uniform pressure 8

OR
Discuss the effect of a circular hole on the stress distribution in an infinite plate subjected to
(a) 9
tensile stress in X direction only and hence evaluate the stress concentration factor
A steel cylinder which has inside diameter of 1m is subjected to an internal pressure of 8
8 (b) 7
MPa . calculate the wall thickness if the maximum shearing stress is not exceeds 35 MPa
 Module 5
(a) 3
Discuss the torsion of solid circular cross section shaft using a warping function φ

(b) Derive the equations of stresses for rotating disc of uniform thickness 6
A Closed square section is subjected to torque of 600 N –m. Find the Maximum shear stress
and twist unit length. Given G = 80000 N/mm2 and Length = 1200mm

(c) 7

OR
(a)
3
Prove that the stress function in the torsional problem is equal to the deflection of the
membrane
(b) Explain membrane analogy as applied to torsional members 6
Calculate the maximum shear stress and the angle of twist. Twisting moment =615 N – m,
G=80000 MN/m2.
10

(c) 7
 15CV563 Remote Sensing and GIS Model question paper
Time -3hrs V Sem Civil Max. Marks-80

Note: Answer any Five full questions, choosing one full question from each module

Module-1

1. (a) What is remote sensing ? (02 marks)

(b) Explain electromagnetic spectrum. (08 marks)

(c) Explain the advantages and limitations of remote sensing. (06 marks)

OR

2. (a) Explain the elements of visual interpretation techniques. (08 marks)

(b) With a neat diagram explain the spectral reflectance curves. (08 marks)

Module-2

3. (a) What is resolution of a sensor? Describe all sensor resolutions. (10 marks)

(b) What are the advantages and disadvantages of various remote sensing (06 marks)
platforms.

OR

4. (a) Briefly describe the Indian satellite program. (12 marks)

(b) Explain systematic correction methods. (04 marks)

Module-3

5. (a) Define GIS. Describe the key components of GIS. (08 marks)

(b) Explain how spatial data and attribute data integrated to make a GIS. (08 marks)

OR

6. (a) What is a map? Explain the classifications of a map. (06 marks)

(b) Describe different types of coordinate systems. (10 marks)

 Module-4

7. (a) Explain topological model of vector data. (08 marks)

(b) Describe spaghetti, vertex dictionary and DIME . (08 marks)

OR

8. (a) Explain block encoding and quadtree data model. (08 marks)

(b) Explain run length encoding method. (04 marks)

(c) Explain the advantages of raster. (04 marks)

Module-5

9. (a) Explain role of remote sensing to monitor land use changes. (08 marks)

(b) Explain the applications of remote sensing in water resources. (08 marks)

OR

10. (a) Explain the applications of remote sensing in natural resource (08 marks)
management.

(b) Explain the following: i. Change detection ii. Remote sensing (08 marks)
applications in traffic management
 15CV61
Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi
MODEL QUESTION PAPER- 6th Semester , B.E (CBCS) CV
Course : 15CV61 –Construction Management and Entrepreneurship
Time : 3 hours Max Marks : 80
Note : (1) Answer any FIVE full questions selecting any one full question from each module.

(2) Assume missing data suitably and clearly mention in the answer script about it

Module-1

1a Identify the Stake holders in a construction project and Explain the Roles of 08
Contractor and PMC Consultants
1b Define Lag time and Lead Time in a PND ? explain with diagram the different 08
relationship between predecessor and successor activities using this concept
OR
2a Explain the Concept of Work break down Structure with an Example 06
2b Using CPM Method determine “ Critical activities” and Critical path for the network given 10
below. What is project duration ?

Module-2
3a List out various Inventory Control Techniques adopted in Material Management and Explain 08
A-B-C analysis ?
3b For a typical Project of Cost Rs Cr 900 , has its Direct Labour cost of 22% of Gross. 08
Productive labour cost is 35% of labour Cost. By optimization of Work , there was 38%
reduction in Labour non Productivity as compared to earlier. Estimate the total Cost of
Saving in Labour productivity by above process in terms of Rs Cr and in % wrt Project Cost ,
Labour Cost and Productive labour Cost
OR
4a List out Factors behind the Selection of Construction equipment’s perform assigned tasks / Project’s need 04
4b An Excavator with a bucket capacity is 1.5 cum and rated horse power is 180HP is used for 12
excavation of ordinary soil. Following information is available
1. Capital cost of excavator = Rs80 lakhs , Charged to the project : 2.25% per month of
capital cost ,
2. Employment hrs / month = 250 hrs ,Technical life 5 yrs , salvage value = 10% of Capital
Cost
3. Prime mover = diesel , load factor = 0.85 , crank case capacity = 30 lit. , time between oil
change = 100 hours.
4. Operational correction factors = 0.7 , load factor = 0.85 , bucket swing factor = 1.00 ,
bucket fill factor = 0.9
5. Operational manpower cost = Rs 175 / hr
 6. Time cycle for 1 operation of excavator = 45sec for 55 min hour.
7. Routine maintenance and major repair cost = 120% of depreciation cost.
8. Diesel rate = rs 70 / lit and lube rate is rs 200 / lit
Estimate :
• Hourly production rate of the excavator in cum / hr
• Cost of ownership and operation in rs/ hr
• Unit rate of equipment operation for Excavatorin Rs / cum.
• Estimate The Number of Excavator needed to do a Job of Earthwork in Sub Grade having
a Compacted Volume Quantity of 70,000 Cum , to be executed in 24 days with 10 hrs
working per day.
Determine the number of dumpers required for transportation if average lead from borrow area
to site is 8kms and dumper have a capacity of 12 cum , its forward speed is 15 kmph ,
backward speed is 30 kmph , unloading time = 4 min , repositioning time = 2 min.
performance efficiency factor = 50min hour time

Module-3
5a Briefly Explain the construction Quality process. 06
5b List out broad principles of quality management systems as outlined under ISO 9000 04
5c Describe safety measures to be adopted while doing Hot Bituminous Works to avoid 06
accidents
OR
6a Define Values , Morals and Ethics and List out seven ethical principles applicable to 06
construction industry
6b What is importance of tool box meeting and good house keeping in construction safety 04
management?
6c Explain “ Quality Audit and its Process” 06
Module-4

7a Discuss briefly “ concept of engineering economic study and its principles” 08

7b What is the Total Capitalized cost of a building which have construction cost Rs 1,50,000/- 08
immediately , Rs 15000 expenses each year for first 5 yrs and annual year end maintenance
cost of Rs 5000/- plus the expenditure of Rs 35000 at the end of each 10years period for
replacement purpose ? assume rate of interest = 9.5% P.a
OR
8a Cash Flow for two projects X & Y are given below using annual worth method make a 10
selection from following alternatives : assume min attractive rate of return i*=10%
End of Year 0 1 2 3 4
PRO X -50000 5000 17500 30000 42500
PROJ Y -50000 40000 15000 15000 15000

8b What is present equivalent money value of Rs 75,000/- (a) 5 years from now (b) 5 years 06
before today , take discounting rate = 12% compounded quarterly
Module-5
9a Define Micro , small and medium enterprises ? list and explain characteristics of MSME 08
9b List and Explain the Different sources of Finance for Entrepreneur 08
OR

10a What id DPR , Discuss the guidelines for the preparation of model project report for starting 08
new venture
10b Explain the stages in Entrepreneur / entrepreneurial process 08
 USN 15CV62

Sixth Semester B.E. Degree Examinations, ____________

Design of Steel Structural Elements

Time: 3hrs. Max. Marks: 80

Note: 1.Answer and FIVE full questions, choosing one full question from each module.
2. Use of IS800 & steel table is permitted

Module-1

1. a List the advantages and disadvantages of steel structures. (10 Marks)

b List the loads to be considered for design of steel structures with reference (06 Marks)
codes.

OR

2. a Calculate the shape factor of circular section of diameter D. (06 Marks)

b Calculate Mp for the continuous beam shown in figure, Q2b if load factor (10 Marks)
is3.2.

Fig. Q2b

Module-2

3. a List the types of failures in bolted connection with sketches. (06 Marks)

b Design the double cover butt joint to be connected by two plates of thickness (10 Marks)
10mm and 18mm. Cover plates for butt joint is of 8mm thickness. The load
transmitted through the joint is 200kN.

OR

4. a. List the type of welded joint with sketches. (06 Marks)

b. A tie member of a roof truss consists of 2-ISA 100x75x8 mm. The angles are (10 Marks)
connected to either side of a gusset plate and the member subjected to a
factored load of 450kN. Design the welded connection. Assume the
connections are made in the workshop.

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 Module-3
5. a. List the failure modes of compression members. (06 Marks)

b. A column consisting of ISHB 400 @ 759.3 N/m has length of 4.5m. It is (10 Marks)
hinged at both ends. Determine the axial load carrying capacity of the
column.
OR
6. a Design a laced column with two channels back to back of length 8m to carry (16 Marks)
an axial factored load of 1000kN. The column is hinged at both ends.

Module-4

7. a List the factors affecting the strength of tension members. (06 Marks)

b Design a tie member consisting of a single angle to carry a tensile force of (10 Marks)
200kN. The length of tension member is 3.5m and subjected to reversal of
stresses due to wind forces. Use 18mm Diameter bolts.

OR

8. a. A column section ISHB300 @ 577N/m is carrying a factored load of 600kN, (08 Marks)
a factored moment 30kNm and a factored shear force of 60kN. Design a
suitable column splice.

Design a slab base for a column [email protected] carrying an axial (08Marks)

b.
factored load of 1000kN. M20 concrete is used for foundation. Provide
welded connection between column and base plate.

Module -5

9. a. List the various factor affecting the lateral stability of a beam. (06 Marks)

b. Design a cantilever beam which is casted monolithic into concrete wall and (10 Marks)
carrying a Dead load of 25kN/m and Live load of 10kN/m. Span of the beam
is 5.0m

OR

10 a. Design a purlin on a sloping roof with the Dead load 0.2kN/m2, Live load (16 Marks)
2kN/m2 and wind load of 1kN/m2 (suction). The spacing of purlin is 2.5m c/c
and span of 4m. Assume the ends are simply supported and slope of 25O.
Use channel section as purlin.

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 CBCS Scheme

Sixth Semester B.E. Degree Model Question Paper

Highway Engineering (15CV63)
Time: 3 hrs. Max. Marks: 80

Note: Answer any FIVE full questions, choosing ONE full question from each module.

Module -1

1 a. Explain the role of transportation in social and economic development of the country. (08 Marks)

b. The area of a state is 3, 08,000 sq. km. The number of towns as per census are 276, number of
villages are 41833. Calculate the length of various categories of road as per third 20-year road plan
formulae. (08 Marks)
OR
2 a. Explain the principle and application of saturation system in phasing road development. (08 Marks)

b. Write a note on the following:

i) IRC
ii) CRRI (08 Marks)
Module -2
3 a. Explain obligatory points. With neat sketches, discuss how these control the alignment. (08 Marks)

b. What is sight distance? Explain with sketches, how restrictions to sight distance occurs on highways.
(08 Marks)
OR
4 a. What are the conditions which necessitate a realignment project? List the steps involved in
realignment of a highway? (08 Marks)

b. The design speed of overtaking vehicle is 60 Kmph. The rate of acceleration of the above vehicle is
3.6 Kmph/sec. The difference in speed between overtaking and overtaken vehicle is 20 Kmph.
Calculate OSD as per IRC guidelines for a road with two way traffic. Draw the sketch of overtaking
zone. (08 Marks)

Module -3
5 a. What are the desirable properties of bitumen? Explain. (08 Marks)

b. What is the significance of ESWL in pavement design. Explain the graphical method of determining
ESWL in flexible pavements. (08 Marks)
OR

6 a. Draw a sketch of flexible pavement cross section and show the component parts. Enumerate the
functions of each component of the pavement? (08 Marks)

b. The properties of subgrade soil are given bellow:

Passing 75 micron IS sieve = 80%
 Liquid limit = 58%
Plasticity index = 25%
Determine the group index and Classify the soil by HRB system. (08 Marks)

Module -4
7 a. Explain briefly the proportioning of soil aggregate mix by Rothfutch’s method. (08 Marks)

b. Explain the functions of prime coat, tack coat and seal coat in bituminous pavement construction?

(08 Marks)

OR

8 a. Explain in detail the requirements, specifications of materials and the construction steps for WMM
layer. (08 Marks)

b. Discuss in brief, the properties of bituminous mixes in pavement construction. (08 Marks)

Module -5

9 a. Describe the significance of highway drainage. With a neat sketch, explain any one method of
subsurface drainage. (08 Marks)

b. Determine the relative economics of two types of flexible pavements by annual cost method from the
following data.
Details Pavement Type A Pavement Type B
Total cost per km, Rs. (lakhs) 3.30 6.20
Design life, years 5.00 12.00
Annual rate of interest % 10.00 9.00
Salvage value after design life. Rs. Lakhs 2.10 3.00
Average annual maintenance cost per km, Rs. Lakhs 0.40 0.20
(08 Marks)
OR

10 a. Briefly explain the various highway user costs and benefits. (08 Marks)

b. The maximum quantity of water expected in one of the open longitudinal drains on clayey soil is
0.9 m3/sec. Design the cross section and longitudinal slope of trapezoidal drain assuming the
bottom width of the trapezoidal section and cross slope suitably. The allowable velocity of flow in
the drain is 1.2 m/sec and Manning’s roughness coefficient is 0.02. (08 Marks)

***********
 Model Question Paper (CBCS) with effect from 2015-16
USN 15CV64

Sixth Semester B.E. Degree (CBCS) Examination

Water supply and Treatment Engineering
Time: 3hours Max Marks: 80
Note:- Answer Any Five full questions choosing one from each module
Module -1
1 a. What are the various types of water demand? Explain them in brief. (08 marks).
b. The census records of a small town is as follows:
Year 1980 1990 2000 2010

Population 9000 13000 17500 23000

Calculate the probable population in 2020, 2030, 2040 by decreasing growth method. (08 marks).
OR
2 a. Define per capita demand and design period. Explain the factors governing
design period. (08 marks).
b. The census records of a town show the population as follows as follows:
Present population = 50,300
Population before one decade = 46,500
Population before two decades = 43,100
Population before three decades= 40,500
Calculate the probable population after one , two and three decades by using i) Geometrical
increase Method ii) Incremental increase method. (08marks)
Module -2
3. a. State the various surface and underground sources of water. (04 marks)
b. What are the objectives of water treatment. (04marks)
c. Give the maximum permissible limits as per the BIS for the following water quality parameters.
i) Fluoride ii) Iron iii) Total hardness iv) Nitrate. Also indicate their health significance.(08marks)
OR
4. a. Suggest the treatment flowchart for treating underground water, highlighting the significance of
each unit. (06 marks)
b. what are the objectives of sampling. (04 marks)
c. What is sampling. Explain the different methods of sampling. (06 marks)
 Module -3
5. a. Describe the feeding and mixing devices of coagulants. (08 marks)
b. Design a rapid sand filter unit for treating 4.5 MLD of water. (08 marks)
OR
6. a. With the help of the neat sketch explain the working of clarriflocculator. (08marks)
b. Explain the basic principles involved in ultra and micro filtration. (08 marks)

Module -4
7. a. Explain RO and nano filtration membranes and elements. (10 marks)
b. Briefly explain the zeolite process of softening of water. (08 marks)
OR
8. a. Explain the methods of disinfection along with its merits and demerits. (10 marks)
b Explain fluoridation and defluoridation. (06marks)
Module -5
9. a. Explain the factors to be considered in selection of intake structures.
Enumerate types of intakes. (08 marks)
b. From a clear water river 3m depep and maximum water level at 30m, water is pumped
to an elevated reservoir at 70m at a contant rate of 9 lakh litres/hr and the distance is
1500m. Give the economical diameter of thr rising main and the WHP of the pump.
Neglect minor losses and take f=0.01. (08 marks)
OR
10. a. Enumerate different types of
i) Pipe appurtenances ii) pipe materials (06 marks)
b. Explain the various methods of distribution system. (10 marks)
 Model Question Paper
Sixth Semester-Civil Engineering
Subject: Solid Waste Management
Sub Code:15CV651 Max Mark:80
Note: Answer any Five Questions, selecting one full question from each Module.
Module-1
1a. Define the terms: solid waste and solid waste management. (3)
b. Estimate the unit solid waste generation rate for a residential area having 800
dwellings. The observation made at local transfer station for a week time
revealedthat the waste was carried in self -compacting trucks and flatbed
trucks, whosevolume is 15m3 and 1.25m3and the density of waste is295
kg/m3 and 110kg/m3respectively. Assume 10 self- compacting truck and 20
flatbed truck loads per week. (6)
b.What are transfer stations? Explain the factors to be considered in the design of
transfer station. (7)
OR
2a. Discuss the salient features of the Solid Waste (Management & Handling) Rules,
2000,with 2016 amendments. (8)
b. Estimate the moisture content, density and energy content (on dry basis and on
ash free dry basis) of the solid wastesample using the data given below. .
Assume ash content as 5%. (8)
Component % by mass Moisture Density*, Energy**,
content,% Kg/m3 kJ/kg
Food waste 12 70 290 4000
Paper 40 06 85 16000
Card board 08 05 50 16000
Plastics 04 02 65 32000
Grass trimmings 15 60 105 6500
Wood 05 20 240 18000
Tiin cans 16 03 90 700

*
Based on 100 kg waste sample, ** Based on 1000 kg waste sample
Module – 2
3a. What is Incineration? With the help of a neat sketch, explain incineration
process. (8)
b. Mention the different processing techniques adopted for physical, chemical and
biological transformation of solid waste. (4)
c.What is meant by air pollution control? How the pollutants are categorized and
mention the common air pollution control devices used in conjunction with
incinerator. (4)
OR
4a. Explain the 3Ts of Incineration process.(6)
b. Discuss the governing factors considered in design of an incinerating system.(6)
c. Write an explanatory note on mechanical volume reduction. (4)

Module – 3
5a. Enumerate and discuss the factors affecting aerobic composting. (6)
b. Determine the landfill area required for a population of 50000, given the following
data.
i) Solid waste generation: 1.5 kg/person/day
ii) Compacted density of solid waste in landfill: 500kg/m3
iii) Average compacted depth of solid waste: 3M (6)
c. Explain the area method of landfilling technique. (4)
OR
6a. What is composting? Distinguish between aerobic and anaerobic composting. (6)
b. Write an explanatory note on Vermicomposting. (4)
c. What is leachate? With neat sketch, discussthe control of leachate movement in
sanitary landfill sites. (6)

Module – 4
7a. Enumerate the various methods of treating bio-medical waste. Explain any
one.(6)
b. Define hazardous waste. Explain the various sources of hazardous wastes.(6)
c. Enumerate the hazardous waste characteristics and explain any one. (4)
OR
8a. What is E-waste? What are the impacts of E-Waste on the environment? (6)
b. What is construction waste?Mention the materials that can be recycled? (6)
C. Write a note on identification and classification of hazardous waste. (4)

Module – 5
9a. What is pyrolysis? With a neat sketch, explain the process of Pyrolysis.(8)
b. List the type of Incinerators. With a neat sketch, explain any one. (8)
OR
10a. With examples, explain the energy recovery technique used in the
chemical and biological transformation of wastes. (8)
b. Explain the design criteria for Incineration. (8)
 15CV652- MATRIX METHOD OF STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS

Module -1

1. a) Obtain the relation between system stiffness matrix and element stiffness matrix. 05marks
b) Show that stiffness matrix is inverse of flexibility matrix 05marks
c) Write the member flexibility matrix for the beam shown in fig. 16marks
2 1
EI, L 3
2. a) Define principle of contragradience. 05marks
b) Write the force transformation matrix for the beam shown in fig. by element approach.
A 40KN B 12KN/m C 06marks
2m 2m 5m
2I I
c) Write a note on system coordinator and element coordinators. 05marks

Module-2
3. Analyse the given truss shown in fig. by flexibility method using force transformation matrix.
Draw BMD and elastic curve. Assume L/AE = 1 for all the members. 16marks
10KN

B C 12KN

3m

A 4m D

4. Analyse the rigid jointed frame shown in fig. by flexibility method using force transformation
approach. Draw BMD and elastic curve. 16marks
100KN 100KN
B 2m 4m 2m
I

6m, I 6m, I
A B
 Module -3
5. Analyse the given beam by stiffness method using displacement transformation approach.
Draw BMD and elastic curve. 16marks

40KN/m 200KN 20KN

A B C D
8m, 2I 4m I 2m 1m

6. Analyse the given frame in fig. by stiffness method. Use element approach. Draw BMD.

20KN 16marks
B C
3m I 2m

5m, 2I 5m, I

A D

Module-4
7. Analyse the given truss shown in fig. by flexibility method using force transformation matrix.
Draw BMD and elastic curve. Area for all the members, A = 5000mm2, modulus of elasticity, E
= 200 GPa, α = 12 x 10-6/ º C, Temperature changes in member BC is -40ºC. 16marks

B -40ºC C

3m

A 4m D

8. Analyse the given beam by force method of analysis, having temperature change in members
AB and BC of 15ºC. Depth of the beam is 400mm, α = 10 x 10-6/ º C, E = 30000 N/mm2, I = 50 x
106 mm4. 16marks

20KN/m 40KN
A B C
4m 5m
9. a) Explain i) Local coordinates and global coordinates 04marks
ii) Properties of stiffness matrix
b) Assemble structure stiffness matrix for the given beam in fig. EI is constant.
20KN 20KN

A 5m 5m B 2.5m 2.5m C 12marks

I I

10. Analyse the given truss in fig., using direct stiffness method. Take AE = 1 for all members.

A B C
45º 45º

1m 16marks

50KN
100KN
USN1 15CV653
Sixth Semester B.E Degree Examination, June-July2018
Alternative Building Materials
Time -3hrs Max Marks-80
NOTE: Answer five full questions, choosing one full questions from each module.
Assume any missing data suitably

MODULE -1
1. a.Discuss the Energy Embodied In Building Materials and Buildings. (8Marks)b.Discuss The
Environmental Issues Related To Building Materials.(8Marks)
OR
2.a.List the various environmental friendly and cost effective building technologies (8Marks)
b.Explain the role of construction industry in global warming. (8Marks)
MODULE-2
3.a. Explain the method of manufacturing the stabilized mud blocks(8Marks)
b.Calculate the energy embodied in a burnt brick wall without plastering in cement mortar CM 1:6
assume the details. (8Marks)
OR
4. a. Explain briefly the use of stones and laterite blocks against their compressive strength.(8Marks)
b.A Mangalore tiled roof is used to span a room of size 3m X 6m. The roof slope is 200 and assuming
wall thickness of 230mm and roof overhanging of 300mm at both ends of slope. Calculate the energy in
the roof per m2. Assume energy in one Mangalore tile = 15MJ. (8Marks)
MODULE-3
5. a. What is lime- pozzolona cement? Explain the different of blending of lime and
pozzolona
.(8Marks
)
b.Discuss the different sources of lime stones. (8Marks)
OR
6.a. Explain the method of manufacture of lime pozzolona cement. (8Marks)
b.What are the different industrial wastes used effectively in construction industry. Explain any 3
materials. (8Marks)
MODULE-4
7.a.Write short notes on Ferro cement and Ferro concrete. (8Marks)
b. What are the concept and details of composite beam panel roof?(8Marks)
OR
8.a.Explain filler slab blocks of roof construction with a neat diagram using SMB.(8Marks)
b. Explain masonry vaults and domes. (8Marks)
MODULE-5
9.a. What is cost effective building design? Explain cost saving techniques. (8Marks)
b.Explain machine used for making stabilized mud blocks. (8Marks)
OR
10. a. Explain with a neat diagram the manufacture of concrete. (8Marks)
b. Explain how you precast a roof element. (8Marks)
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 USN 15CV654

Sixth Semester B.E. Degree Examination __________

Time : 3Hrs Max Marks:80

Note: 1) Answer FIVE full questions, choosing one full question from each module.
2) Assume missing data if any, suitably.

Module – 1
1. a. Explain the various objectives of ground improvement. (08 Marks)
b. What are the factors which govern the choice of method of ground improvement? (08 Marks)

OR

2. a. Briefly discuss the various types of soil deposits in India. (08 Marks)
2. Any revealing of identification, appeal to evaluator and /or equations written eg. 42+8=50, will be treated as malpractice.

b. Write a note on field compaction control and specification. (08 marks)

Module - 2
3. a. With the help of neat sketches describe the working of single stage and multi stage well point
systems of dewatering (08 marks)
b. Explain different methods of control of seepage of ground water. (08 Marks)
Important Note 1. On completing your answers, compulsorily draw diagonal cross lines on the remaining blank pages.

OR
4. a. What are drains? Explain different types of drains. (08 marks)
b. Describe the compaction of embankment by the method of preloading. (08 marks)

Module – 3
5. a. What is cement stabilisation of soils? Explain the procedure of cement stabilisation. (08 marks)
b. Discuss the effect of cement stabilisation on permeability, swelling, shrinkage and strength
characteristics of soils. (08 marks)

OR

6. a. What is lime stabilisation of soils? Explain with reactions and write a note on the engineering benefits
of it. (08 marks)
b. Write a note on tar or asphalt in stabilisation of soils. (08 marks)

Module – 4
7. a. Describe different methods of vibro-compaction done in cohesion-less soils. (08 marks)
b. Explain the construction sequence of stone columns for ground improvement with the help of neat
sketches. (08 marks)

OR

8. a. Explain grouting and its effects on soils. Give applications of grouting. (08 marks)
b. Describe different methods of grouting in brief. (08 marks)

Module –5
9. a. Briefly discuss the applications of geosynthetics. (08 marks)
b. With the help of neat sketches briefly discuss various functions of geosynthetics. (08 marks)

OR

10. a. Explain different types of in-situ columns used to improve the bearing capacity of weak soils.
(08 marks)
b. Differentiate between rock anchors, rock bolting and soil nailing. (08 marks)
 CBCS SCHEME

MODEL QUESTION PAPER

15CV661: Water Resources Management

Time: 3 hours Max. Marks: 80

MODULE-1
1 a) With a sketch, explain Hydrologic cycle 8Mks
b) What is water scarcity? What are the contributing factors of water scarcity? 8Mks
OR
2 a) With a sketch, explain confined and un-confined aquifer? 8Mks
b) A lake has a water surface elevation of 103.2m above datum at the beginning of certain month.
In that month the lake received an average inflow of 6.0m3/sec from the surface runoff sources.
In the same period the outflow from the lake had an average value of 6.50m3/sec. Further in
that month, the lake received a rainfall of 145 mm and the evaporation of the lake surface was
estimated as 61 mm. Write the water budget equation for the lake and calculate the water
surface elevation of the lake at the end of the month. The average lake surface area can be
taken as 5,000 ha. Assume that there is no contribution to and from ground water storage? 8Mks

MODULE-2
3 a) Explain the necessity of water resource planning and management? 8Mks
b) What are the system components of water resources management? Explain Top down approach 8Mks
and Bottom up approach of integrated management policy?
OR
4 a) Explain the Technical, Institutional, Economic and financial aspects of water resources 8Mks
planning and management? 8Mks
b) Write the description of questions addressed in adaptive integrated policy on activities of
water resources planning and management?

MODULE-3
5 a) With a sketch containing the components, explain the concept of Integrated Water Resources 8Mks
Management(IWRM)? 8Mks
b) Explain the guiding principles: Dublin statement and Rio Declaration of Integrated water
resources management?
OR
6 a) Narrate the sectors benefited by Integrated Water Resource Management(IWRM) 8Mks
b)Explain the legislative and institutional/organization framework of IWRM? 8Mks

MODULE-4
7 a) Explain the existing legal framework and constitutional provisions for water in India? 8Mks
b) Explain the necessity of national law on water? 8Mks
OR
8 a) Write a note on National Water Commission (NWC) and it’s divisions? 8Mks
b) What is the scope and functions of Water User’s Association (WUA)? 8Mks

MODULE-5
9 a) Explain rain water harvesting and it’s components of collection, storage, application and 8Mks
optimum utilization?
b) Explain the different types of lining done to control seepage in ponds? 8Mks
OR
10 a) Explain the different storage structures of water harvesting? 8Mks
b) Briefly explain the various techniques of rain water harvesting in urban area? 8Mks
 CBCS Scheme
USN 15CV662

Sixth Semester B.E. Degree Examinations, _____________

Environmental Protection and Management

Time: 3hrs. Max. Marks: 80

Note: Answer any five full questions, choosing one full question from each module.

Module-1

1. a. List the different principles of environmental management and explain the (08 Marks)
Principle of participation & Polluter pays principle (PPP).
b. Write in brief about the organizational drivers to the implementation of (08 Marks)
environmental management systems.
OR

2. a. What do you understand by abatement of pollution? What are the ways in (08 Marks)
which this practice is carried out?

b. Write a short note on Charter on corporate responsibility for environmental (08 Marks)
protection.
Module-2

3. a. Distinguish between (i) Pollution control and Pollution prevention. (08 Marks)
(ii) Concentration and Mass standards.
b. What is ISO 14000? Give the benefits of implementing ISO 14000. (08 Marks)

OR

4. a. Write in brief about use of clean technologies as part of EMS in an (08 Marks)
organization.
b. State the objectives and benefits of an environmental performance evaluation (08 Marks)
program.
Module-3

5. a. State the benefits of implementing ISO 14001 in an organization. (08 Marks)

b. What is continual improvement in environmental performance? How can it (08 Marks)

be planned in an organization?
OR

6. a. State the requirements and recommended approach to implementing clause (08 Marks)
4.2 of ISO 14001 (environmental policy) within an organization.

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 CBCS Scheme
b. Write a note on identifying environmental aspects and impacts within an (08 Marks)
organizational set up.

Module-4

7. a Give the process flow diagram for management of an environmental audit (08 Marks)
programme.

b Give the contents of Environmental statement Form V. (08 Marks)

OR

8. a. Write a short note on waste minimization planning in an industry. (08 Marks)

b. Explain in brief about major and minor nonconformities that affect the (08Marks)
efficiency of environmental management standards in an industry

Module -5

9. a. What is a waste audit? How do you plan a waste audit in an organization. (08 Marks)

b. Write in brief about the procedure of conducting a waste audit in an (08 Marks)
electroplating industry.

OR

10 a. Write in brief about air and water pollution prevention opportunities in (08 Marks)
textile industries.

b. Write in brief about disposal of hazardous wastes in a landfill. (08 Marks)

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 CBCS Scheme

Sixth Semester B.E. Degree Model Question Paper

Numerical Methods and Applications (15CV663)
Time: 3 hrs. Max. Marks: 80

Note: Answer any FIVE full questions, choosing ONE full question from each module.

Module -1

1 a. Using Newton-Raphson method 2 x = cos x + 3 with initial value of x = 1.5. (05 Marks)
b. Solve the following equations by Gauss-elimination method: (06 Marks)
x1 + x 2 + x3 = 9
x1 − 2 x 2 + 3x 3 = 8
2 x1 + x 2 − x3 = 3
c. Solve the following equations by Gauss-Jacobi method: (05 Marks)
20 x1 + x 2 − 2 x3 = 17
3x1 + 20 x 2 − x 3 = −18
2 x1 − 3x 2 + 20 x3 = 25
OR

2 a. Use Fixed point iteration technique to solve cos x = xe x with initial value of x = 0.5. (06 Marks)
b. Solve the following equations by Gauss-Jordan method: (05 Marks)
2 x + y + z = 10
3x + 2 y + 3z = 18
x + 4 y + 9 z = 16
2 1 4
c. Find the inverse of the matrix using by Gauss-Jordan method: A = 1 − 3 − 1
 (05 Marks)
3 − 2 2 

Module -2
3 a. From the following estimate the number of students who obtained marks between 40 and 45:
(05 Marks)
Marks 30-40 40-50 50-60 60-70 70-80
No. of students 31 42 51 35 31

b. Find Lagrangian interpoplation polynomial from: y(1) = -3, y(3) = 0, y(4) =30, y()6) = 132.
Find y(5). (06 Marks)
c. Evaluate f(45) from the following data: (05 Marks)
x 10 20 30 40 50
f(x) 46 66 81 93 101

OR

4 a. Using Newton’s divided difference method evaluate f(8) and f(15) from data: (06 Marks)
x 4 5 7 10 11 13
f(x) 48 100 297 900 1210 2028
 b. Fit the cubic spline from the (1, 1), (2, 2), (3, 5), (4, 11). Evaluate f(1.5) . (10 Marks)

Module -3
2
dy d y
5 a. Determine and at x = 1.1 and x = 1.6 from the following data. (07 Marks)
dx dx 2
x 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6
y 7.989 8.403 8.781 9.129 9.451 9.750 10.031

2
b Estimate ∫ e x dx taking 10 intervals by (i) Trapezoidal formula (ii) Simpson’s 1/3rd Fformula.
2

0
(09 Marks)
OR
1
dx
6 a. Evaluate ∫ 1+ x
0
2
using Romberg’s method. (07 Marks)

π /2 π /2
b. Compute ∫ ∫
0 0
sin( x + y )dxdy using Trapezoidal method. (09 Marks)

Module -4
dy
7 a. Using Taylor’s series solve = x 2 y − 1 given y(0) =1. Compute y(0.1) and y(0.2) (07 Marks)
dx
dy
b. Given = x 2 (1 + y) with y(1) = 1. Compute y(1.4) using Adams Bashforth method
dx
(09 Marks)
OR
dy y 2 − x 2
8 a. Using Runge-Kutta forth order method solve = with y=1 when x=0. Find y(x=0.2) taking
dx y 2 + x 2
h=0.2 (08 Marks)
dy x
b. Using Modified Euler’s method find y(20.2) and y(20.4) given that = log10   with y(20) = 5 c
dx  y
and taking h=0.2. (08 Marks)

Module -5
d2y
9 a. Find y(0.25), y(0.5) and y(0.75) satisfying + y = x with boundary conditions y(0) = 0 and
dx 2
y(1) = 2. (07 Marks)
b. Solve u xx + u yy = 0 for the following square mesh with boundary values given in Fig. Q 9(b).
Compute u1 to u9 up to 3 iterations. (09 Marks)

Fig. Q9(b)
 OR

10 a. Solve the equation ut = uxx subjected to the conditions u(0,t) = u(1,t) = 0, ut(x,0) = sin (πx) for
0 ≤ t ≤ 0.1 by taking h = 0.2 (08 Marks)
2 2
d u d u
b. Using finite difference equation, solve 2 = 4 2 subjected to u(0,t) = u(4,t) = 0, ut(x,0) =
dt dx
0 and u(x,0) = x(4-x) upto 4 steps. Choose h = 1 and k = 0.5. (08 Marks)

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 CBCS Scheme 15CV664
Model Question paper
Sixth Semester B.E. Degree Examination, May-June 2018
Finite Element Method Of Analysis

Time 3hrs Max Marks 80

Module 1
1.

a) Explain the terms plain stress and plain strain. Also give constitutive laws for these
cases. (8 marks).
b) Mention the advantages and disadvantages of finite element method.(8 marks).

OR

2.

a) Mention the steps involved in Rayleigh Ritz method for determining deflection of a
beam.(8 marks).
b) Determine the deflection of a cantilever beam of length ‘L’ and loaded with a vertical
load ‘P’at the free end by Rayleigh Ritz method. Use a trial function(8 marks).
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y = ܽ[1 − ]
2‫ܮ‬
Module 2
3.

a) What are convergence and compability requirements of a good displacement model?

(8 marks).
b) Define shape functions. Mention their properties?(8 marks).

OR

4.

a) Explain the following?

I. Local co-ordinates.
II. Global co-ordinates.
III. Natural co-ordinates.(8 marks).
b) Derive the shape function for a 3 noded bar element in terms of natural coordinates.
Plot the variation of shape function?(8 marks).
 Module 3
5.

a) Define Isoparametric,
parametric, sub parametric and super parametric elements. Explain any one
briefly? (8 marks).
b) Determine Cartesian coordinate for the point P (€
( = ½ , ή=
= 0.6) shown in Fig

(8 marks).
OR

6.

a) Derive the Jacobian matrix for a linear quadrilateral element.(16 marks).

Module 4

7.

a) Determine the nodal displacements for the truss shown in fig?(16

fig? marks).
 OR

8.

a) Determine the nodal displacements at the joints for the beam shown in Fig?
Take E= 200GPa, I= 4x106 mm4.(16 marks).

Module 5

9.

a) Write short notes on:

I. Softwares used in finite element analysis.
II. Hermition polynomials. (8 marks).

b) Explain the terms material non linearity and geometrical non linearity. (8 marks).

OR

10.

a) Briefly explain the stiffness matrix formulation of MINDLIN’S plate element.

(16 marks).
USN
SN 15CVL67
SixthSemesterr B.EDegreeExamination, June-JJuly2018
SOFTWARE APPLICATION LAB
Time-3hrss M
MaxMa
arks-80
NOTE:AnswerThreefu
ullquestions,choosingonefullquestionsffromeachmodule
.
Assumeanymissingdatasuitably
Module -1
1. Analyze the following using Staad.Pro
Staad
a. Portal Frame [20 Marks]
b. Continuous Beam [20 Marks]
OR
2. Analyze a 3 story building (Plan Should be provided by the examiner)
[40 Marks]
Module -2
3. Prepare a project management schedule linking different tasks and allotting resources,
also create baseline project with trackingfor civil engineering structures [20 Marks]
OR
4. Create a shape file with layers which includes points,
points lines and polygons.
polygons [20 Marks]

Module -3
5. Design Doubly Reinforce Beam using Excel for the following data
The effective span = 5 m, Width =250 mm, over all depth – 500mm, service
load(LL+DL)= 40 KN/m, Effective cover= 50mm, FCK=20 , Fy=415.
[20 Marks]
OR
6. Design
sign a two way slab Using Excel for the following data
Size of the panel = 3*4, Live load= 4 KN/m, Bearing=
Bearing= 300mm, Fck = 20, Fy=415
[20 Marks]

Fig. 1 (a) Fig 1(b)

Note: Similar Kind of questions may be set.