Building Planning & Architecture (CE-304) - Important Questions

Explain the various types of footings / shallow foundations used in building construction with neat sketches/diagrams.

Explain the purpose and advantages of lintels and arches in building design with neat sketches/illustrations.

Explain types of stairs and staircases with neat labelled sketches/diagrams.

Outline the classification of buildings as per the National Building Code with examples for each category.

List and explain in detail the different principles of building planning (including aspect, prospect, privacy, grouping, roominess, circulation, sanitation, orientation, economy, etc.).

Explain the steps involved in preparing sketch plans and working drawings for various types of buildings.

Explain fire-fighting systems in buildings, including key elements, types, suppression methods, standards and importance for safety.

Describe the standards and uses of elevators and escalators in high-rise buildings.

What are the building safety and security systems/measures and their importance in protecting occupants and assets?

Explain the principles of internal and external drainage systems in buildings, with a basic diagram.

Define architecture and explain the factors that influence architectural development/design with examples.

Explain positive and negative space in architecture, including definition of architectural space, comparison, examples, and their role in shaping volumes.

Discuss the role of colour, texture, and shape/form in architecture and their impact on architectural design.

Explain the concept of energy-efficient buildings and practices/materials that promote energy efficiency.

Explain one-point and two-point perspective and differentiate between them, with typical uses/examples.

Explain planning standards for density distribution and traffic network in town planning.