Government College of Engineering, Sengipatti, Thanjavur
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
ASSESSMENT TEST- I
CE3403 – CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY
IV Semester– B.E (CIVIL) – Academic Year 2023-2024
Duration: 2 hours Date:23-04-2024 (FN) Max.Marks:60
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS
Q. Questions Marks Course Blooms
No Outcome Taxonomy
PART-A (6 x 2 = 12 Marks)
1 What is the function of gypsum in the manufacture of cement? (2) CO1 R
2 Mention the test adopted to test the properties of cement in laboratories (2) CO1 U
3 What is meant by 53 grade cement? (2) CO1 U
4 Define admixtures (2) CO1 A
5 Differentiate accelerators and retarders (2) CO2 R
6 Analyse the use of water repelling agents? (2) CO1 A
PART-B (2 x 16 = 32 Marks)
7 1. Describe the effect of following admixtures on cement concrete (16) CO1 A
and give three examples of each. Retarders, accelerators and
waterproofers.
2. How to find the dosage of admixtures
OR
What are super plasticizers? How are these helpful in modifying the
properties of concrete?
8 1. What are the initial and final setting times of cement? What is (16) CO1 A
their importance and How to find the setting times ?
2. How will you determine the compressive strength of cement ?
Explain briefly the procedure.
OR
1. Explain the effects of properties of aggregate on quality of
concrete
2. Explain the Mechanical Proprties of OPC.
PART-C (1 x 16 = 16 Marks)
9 Explain in detail about the tests conducted to determine, and (16) CO1 A
i) Crushing value
ii) Impact value
iii) Abrasion value of aggregates
10 Explain in details about the types of mineral admixtures. (16) CO1 U
CO – Course Outcome
Blooms Taxonomy: R- Remembering, U- Understanding, AP-Applying, A- Analyzing
