CE-304 Building Planning and Architecture - Nov 2022 Question Paper

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1. 7 Marks
   aExplain in detail about different building elements and list there advantages.
   How to answer

   • Classification into substructure and superstructure components
   • Key elements: foundation, plinth, walls, columns, beams, slabs, doors/windows, roof
   • Functions and advantages of each building element
2. 7 Marks
   bWhat is an open foundation? Draw and explain a neat sketch of open foundation.
   How to answer

   • Definition of open foundation (shallow foundation / spread footing)
   • Neat sketch showing footing, masonry/concrete steps, plinth, and ground level
   • Construction procedure, applicability, and load transfer mechanism
3. 7 Marks
   aWhat is a grillage foundation? Draw and explain a neat sketch of grillage foundation.
   How to answer

   • Definition of grillage foundation and conditions where it is preferred (heavy loads on low bearing capacity soil)
   • Neat sectional and plan sketches of steel grillage (tiers of rolled steel joists embedded in concrete)
   • Explanation of components: base concrete bed, lower tier joists, upper tier joists, stanchion/column base plate
4. 7 Marks
   bWhat is building planning? Why planning is important in construction? Explain.
   How to answer

   • Definition and scope of building planning
   • Importance: optimum space utilization, safety, aesthetics, economy, functionality, and comfort
   • Key factors influencing planning (climate, site, zoning laws)
5. 7 Marks
   aExplain in detail about the classification of buildings?
   How to answer

   • Classification based on occupancy according to National Building Code (Group A to Group I: Residential, Educational, Institutional, Assembly, Business, Mercantile, Industrial, Storage, Hazardous)
   • Classification based on structural type/construction (load-bearing, framed structure, composite)
   • Brief description of each category
6. 7 Marks
   bWhat is the role of National Building Code? Write the provisions of National Building Code?
   How to answer

   • Role of NBC: unifying building regulations across the country, ensuring structural safety, fire safety, and health
   • Key parts/provisions of NBC (administration, development control rules, general building requirements, fire and life safety, structural design, building services, plumbing services, sustainability)
   • Impact on architectural design and urban development
7. 7 Marks
   aWhat is acoustics in buildings? What are the factors affecting acoustics of building?
   How to answer

   • Definition of architectural acoustics and acoustic design requirements
   • Factors affecting acoustics: reverberation time, echoes, flutter echoes, sound foci, dead spots, external noise, resonance
   • Remedial measures and sound absorption materials
8. 7 Marks
   bWhat are building services? Explain in detail the need of building services?
   How to answer

   • Definition of building services
   • List of essential services: water supply, sanitation/drainage, electrical and lighting, HVAC, vertical transportation (lifts/escalators), fire safety
   • Detailed explanation of their necessity for occupant comfort, health, safety, and functionality
9. 7 Marks
   aWhat are organising principles in architecture? Explain in detail the organising principles in architecture?
   How to answer

   • Definition of spatial and organizing principles
   • Key principles: axis, symmetry, hierarchy, datum, rhythm/repetition, and transformation
   • Detailed explanation of each principle with simple conceptual sketches
10. 7 Marks
    bDiscuss in detail about the role of colour, texture, forms in architecture?
    How to answer

    • Role of colour: psychological effects, visual perception of space, warmth/coolness, accentuation
    • Role of texture: tactile and visual appeal, reflection/absorption of light, contrast
    • Role of forms: defining spaces, geometric vs. organic forms, unity, and aesthetic expression
11. 7 Marks
    aExplain in detail about elements of architecture?
    How to answer

    • Primary architectural elements: point, line, plane, volume
    • Spatial elements: enclosure, openings, light, scale, and proportion
    • How these elements combine to define architectural form and space
12. 7 Marks
    bState and explain principles of town planning?
    How to answer

    • Zoning (segregation of land uses into residential, commercial, industrial, recreational)
    • Circulation and transportation network design
    • Provision of green belts and open spaces
    • Civic centers and environmental/aesthetic considerations
13. 7 Marks
    aDifferentiate between one point and two point perspectives?
    How to answer

    • Number of vanishing points on the horizon (one vs. two)
    • Orientation of primary planes: parallel to picture plane vs. inclined to picture plane
    • Typical use: interior hallways / frontal views vs. building exterior corner views
    • Simple illustrative diagrams of both
14. 7 Marks
    bExplain why energy efficient buildings are important? What are the most energy efficient building materials?
    How to answer

    • Importance: reducing operational energy, carbon footprint, operational costs, enhancing indoor environmental quality
    • Key energy-efficient building materials: AAC blocks, fly ash bricks, low-E glass, straw bales/rammed earth, insulated concrete forms (ICF), sustainable insulation (rockwool, cellulose)
15. 14 Marks
    Write a short note on - a) Various types of door b) Building bye-laws c) Land acquisition
    How to answer

    • Various types of doors: paneled, flush, glazed, louvered, revolving, sliding, collapsible doors
    • Building bye-laws: definition, objectives, regulations on setbacks, FAR/FSI, height, light/ventilation
    • Land acquisition: concept, legal process, public purpose, compensation and rehabilitation