Model Questions Paper-II (21CV72)
Model Questions Paper-II (21CV72)
Model Questions Paper-II (21CV72)
Module 1:
1. a) Discuss the importance of bedding of conduits in underground construction. (10
marks)
b) Explain the technology used for soil compaction in tunnel construction. (10
marks)
OR
2. a) Describe the steps involved in tunnel driving in soft strata. (10 marks)
b) Explain the challenges in micro-tunneling and how they are addressed. (10
marks)
Module 2:
3. a) What are the challenges in underwater drilling and blasting? Explain with
examples. (10 marks)
b) Explain jet grouting and its application in underwater construction. (10 marks)
OR
4. a) Discuss the use of chemical grouting in soft and hard soils. (10 marks)
b) Explain the vacuum dewatering technique used in construction. (10 marks)
Module 3:
5. a) What are the methods of concrete mix design? Explain one method in detail. (10
marks)
b) Discuss the advantages and limitations of pumped concrete in construction. (10
marks)
OR
6. a) Explain the method of underwater concreting using the tremie method. (10
marks)
b) Describe the use of self-compacting concrete in large-scale construction projects.
(10 marks)
Module 4:
7. a) Discuss the working and ultimate load capacity of cast-in-situ piles. (10 marks)
b) Explain the methods of pile driving using vibration techniques. (10 marks)
OR
8. a) What are the methods of load testing for vertical, horizontal, and uplift loads on
piles? (10 marks)
b) Explain the construction process of micro piles and their applications. (10
marks)
Module 5:
9. a) Describe the design and construction of a sheet pile cofferdam. (10 marks)
b) Explain the construction of cofferdams with interlocking piles. (10 marks)
OR
10. a) Discuss the design and construction process of well foundations. (10 marks)
b) Explain the construction details and applications of precast caissons. (10 marks)