CE-302 Construction Materials - Dec 2025 Question Paper

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1. 14 Marks
   Explain dressing of stones. Also discuss the various characteristics of stones in detail.
   How to answer

   • Define dressing of stones and its purpose
   • Describe various types/methods of dressing
   • List characteristics of good building stones
   • Explain physical, mechanical and durability characteristics in detail
2. 14 Marks
   What is seasoning of timber? Mention the engineering properties and defects in timber.
   How to answer

   • Define seasoning of timber and its objectives
   • Describe methods of seasoning
   • List engineering properties of timber
   • Explain common defects in timber
3. 7 Marks
   aExplain the various classification of bricks along with their uses.
   How to answer

   • Define bricks and basis of classification
   • Explain classification by quality, manufacture, use
   • Give examples of each class
   • State uses of different classes of bricks
4. 7 Marks
   bWhat is flooring, also explain the various types of flooring?
   How to answer

   • Define flooring and its functional requirements
   • List various types of flooring materials
   • Explain characteristics of each type
   • State suitability and uses
5. 7 Marks
   aDefine Special Concrete. What are the various ingredients of concrete?
   How to answer

   • Define special concrete
   • List ingredients of concrete - cement, aggregates, water, admixtures
   • Explain role of each ingredient
   • Differentiate special concrete from ordinary concrete
6. 7 Marks
   bWhat is artificial stone? How the preservation of stone is done?
   How to answer

   • Define artificial stone and its types
   • Explain need for preservation of stone
   • Describe methods of stone preservation
   • List preservatives used
7. 7 Marks
   aWhat is grade of steel? Write the various properties of aluminium.
   How to answer

   • Define grade of steel and grading system
   • Explain meaning of grades like Fe250, Fe415
   • List physical and mechanical properties of aluminium
   • State uses based on properties
8. 7 Marks
   bDiscuss the painting phenomenon on plastered and metal surface.
   How to answer

   • Explain purpose of painting on plastered and metal surfaces
   • Describe surface preparation steps
   • Explain painting process and coats
   • List defects and precautions
9. 7 Marks
   aExplain asphalt. Also discuss the characteristics and uses of asphalt.
   How to answer

   • Define asphalt and bitumen
   • Describe characteristics of asphalt
   • Explain types/forms of asphalt
   • List uses in road and building construction
10. 7 Marks
    bWhat is glass? Explain the nature of glass.
    How to answer

    • Define glass and its composition
    • Explain manufacture basics
    • Describe nature - amorphous, transparency, brittleness
    • List properties and types
11. 7 Marks
    aExplain Thermal and sound insulating materials in detail.
    How to answer

    • Define thermal and sound insulation
    • List common insulating materials
    • Explain properties and working principle
    • State applications in buildings
12. 7 Marks
    bExplain the various steps for the production of the concrete.
    How to answer

    • List stages of concrete production
    • Explain batching, mixing, transporting
    • Explain placing, compacting, curing
    • State quality control aspects
13. 14 Marks
    Write detail note on Two of the following:

    1. i)Types of Gypsum Board and their uses
    2. ii)Type of Roofing
    3. iii)Ultra Poly Vinyl Chloride Pipes
    How to answer

    • Select any two topics from given list
    • Define and classify the chosen material/system
    • Explain types, properties and uses
    • Give construction applications with examples