CE-503-C Quantity Surveying and Costing - Dec 2024 Question Paper

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1. 6 Marks
   aState different types approximate estimate. Illustrate any one with example.
   How to answer

   • List types of approximate estimate: plinth area, cubical content, service unit, bay method, etc.
   • Explain purpose and basis of each type
   • Illustrate any one with example with rates and calculation
   • Mention suitability and limitations
2. 8 Marks
   bExplain principles of estimating. What are the general rules to be adopted for the measurement of various items of work?
   How to answer

   • Define estimating and its principles: accuracy, rates, measurement units
   • Explain general rules for measurement: units, dimensions, order, deductions
   • List IS 1200 rules for various items of work
   • Give examples of measurement conventions
3. 6 Marks
   aExplain the data required for preparation of detailed estimate.
   How to answer

   • Define detailed estimate and its purpose
   • List data required: drawings, specifications, rates, site conditions
   • Explain each: plans, sections, schedule of rates, soil, materials
   • Mention report and abstract
4. 8 Marks
   bPrepare approximate estimate of a building from following data: i) Plinth area - 180 sqm. ii) Plinth area rate - Rs. 3500/sqm. iii) Special architectural treatment - 1% of cost of building iv) Electrification charges - 8% of cost of building v) Water supply and sanitary installation - 5% of cost of building vi) Contingencies - 3% of cost of building vii) Supervisor charges - 3% of cost of building
   How to answer

   • Calculate cost of building = plinth area x plinth area rate
   • Add percentages for architectural, electrification, water supply on building cost
   • Add contingencies and supervisor charges
   • Compute total approximate estimate with steps
5. 6 Marks
   aDefine task work and state the factors affecting task work.
   How to answer

   • Define task work / out-turn work as work done per day per labour
   • State standard task for different trades
   • Explain factors: skill, material, weather, supervision, etc.
   • Mention importance in labour requirement
6. 8 Marks
   bDescribe the long wall and short wall method of estimating with suitable example.
   How to answer

   • Define long wall-short wall method principle
   • Explain length measurement: long wall out-to-out, short wall in-to-in
   • Illustrate with plan example and calculation steps
   • Mention advantages for masonry and earthwork
7. 6 Marks
   aExplain the rules for deduction in masonry and plastering work.
   How to answer

   • State IS rules for openings deduction in masonry
   • Explain no deduction / half / full deduction criteria
   • State rules for plastering deduction and pointing
   • Give examples for doors, windows, lintels
8. 8 Marks
   bThe formation level at starting chainage of a road is 530.00 m. The road surface has rising gradient of 1 in 100. The side slopes are 2:1 for embankment and 1.5:1 for cutting. Work out the quantity of earthwork for road using following data. Use mean sectional area method.

   

   How to answer

   • Compute formation levels at each chainage from gradient
   • Find depth of cutting/filling = formation RL - ground RL
   • Compute sectional area using side slopes for embankment/cutting
   • Apply mean sectional area method between chainages and sum for quantity
9. 6 Marks
   aDefine rate analysis and state the factors affecting rate analysis.
   How to answer

   • Define rate analysis as determination of rate per unit
   • Explain purpose and procedure
   • List factors: materials, labour, overhead, profit, location
   • Mention lead, taxes, specifications effect
10. 8 Marks
    bFind out the quantities of cement, sand and aggregate for R.C.C. 1:2:4 work of 25 cu.m quantity.
    How to answer

    • Convert nominal mix 1:2:4 to dry volume factor 1.52-1.57
    • Calculate dry volumes of cement, sand, aggregate
    • Convert cement volume to bags/weight
    • Report quantities for 25 cu.m
11. 6 Marks
    aExplain sinking fund and its importance in detail.
    How to answer

    • Define sinking fund and formula
    • Explain purpose for replacement/depreciation
    • Describe calculation with interest
    • Explain importance in valuation and management
12. 8 Marks
    bWhat is the purpose of valuation? Explain in brief different methods of valuation.
    How to answer

    • Define valuation and its purpose: sale, tax, rent, compensation
    • List methods: rental, direct comparison, profit, cost, development
    • Explain each method briefly
    • Mention suitability of each
13. 6 Marks
    aWhat is overhead cost? Enumerate various expense to be included in this.
    How to answer

    • Define overhead cost / establishment charges
    • List items: office, supervision, transport, contingencies
    • Explain percentage basis on estimate
    • Give example of inclusion
14. 8 Marks
    bWhat is DPR? Discuss the content of DPR in detail.
    How to answer

    • Expand DPR as Detailed Project Report
    • List contents: introduction, surveys, design, estimate, drawings
    • Explain each content in detail
    • Mention approvals and financial analysis
15. 14 Marks
    Write short notes on (any four)

    1. i)Bill of quantities and abstract sheet
    2. ii)Current schedule of rates
    3. iii)Work charge establishment
    4. iv)Gross income and net income
    5. v)Year's purchase
    6. vi)Tender notice
    How to answer

    • Select any four topics from list
    • Define each term with purpose
    • Explain key components and format
    • Give example / proforma where applicable