CE-703-D Building Services - Dec 2024 Question Paper

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1. 7 Marks
   aHow does algae control is done in swimming pool?
   How to answer

   • Define algae growth problem in swimming pools
   • Chemical control - chlorination, algaecides, pH control
   • Filtration, cleaning and maintenance practices
   • Preventive measures for recirculation and sunlight
2. 7 Marks
   bDiscuss types of services required in building complexes.
   How to answer

   • Define building complexes and need for services
   • List services: water supply, drainage, electrical, HVAC, fire, lifts, acoustics
   • Brief role of each service
   • Importance of integrated planning
3. 7 Marks
   aWrite short note on:

   1. i)NBC
   2. ii)Classification of fire
   How to answer

   • Define NBC - National Building Code
   • Scope and importance of NBC
   • Classification of fire - classes A, B, C, D, electrical
   • Brief characteristics of each class
4. 7 Marks
   bWrite note on fire safety provisions in lifts.
   How to answer

   • Need for fire safety in lifts
   • Provisions: fire-resistant materials, emergency power
   • Alarm, communication and auto recall to safe floor
   • Prohibition of lift use during fire and signage
5. 7 Marks
   aExplain noise rating curve.
   How to answer

   • Define noise rating (NR) curves
   • Explain frequency vs sound pressure level plot
   • Use for indoor noise criteria
   • Interpretation with example curve
6. 7 Marks
   bWrite a note on fire hydrants.
   How to answer

   • Define fire hydrant and purpose
   • Types and components
   • Location and installation requirements
   • Operation and maintenance
7. 7 Marks
   aDiscuss acoustical design of open-air theatre.
   How to answer

   • Requirements of open-air theatre acoustics
   • Site selection, orientation and shape
   • Seating slope, stage and reflector design
   • Control of background noise and reverberation
8. 7 Marks
   bExplain Landscaping and Horticulture.
   How to answer

   • Define landscaping and horticulture
   • Objectives and benefits in buildings
   • Elements: plants, lawns, paths, water features
   • Maintenance aspects
9. 7 Marks
   aWhat are various materials for acoustical treatment? What are requirements for good acoustics?
   How to answer

   • Define acoustical treatment need
   • Materials: porous, panel, cavity resonators
   • Requirements for good acoustics: reverberation, clarity, no echo
   • Selection criteria
10. 7 Marks
    bExplain the design of car parking systems.
    How to answer

    • Types of car parking systems
    • Space standards and layout
    • Circulation, ramps and access design
    • Ventilation, lighting and safety provisions
11. 7 Marks
    aWrite note on ventilation systems.
    How to answer

    • Define ventilation and its need
    • Types: natural and mechanical systems
    • Components and working
    • Standards for air changes
12. 7 Marks
    bWrite note on thermal insulation of walls.
    How to answer

    • Define thermal insulation need for walls
    • Materials and methods
    • Heat transfer control principles
    • Benefits for energy conservation
13. 14 Marks
    Discuss:

    1. i)Rain water harvesting
    2. ii)Green Building
    3. iii)Refuse collection
    4. iv)Travelators
    How to answer

    • Rain water harvesting: methods and components
    • Green building: features and rating
    • Refuse collection: systems and disposal
    • Travelators: working and applications
14. 7 Marks
    aWith the help of sketches explain.

    1. i)Solar Systems
    2. ii)Reverberation time
    How to answer

    • Solar systems: types with sketch
    • Working of solar water/heating system
    • Reverberation time: definition and formula
    • Sketches showing sound decay and factors
15. 7 Marks
    bDiscuss traffic analysis and selection of lift.
    How to answer

    • Define traffic analysis for lifts
    • Factors: population, peak flow, waiting time
    • Lift capacity, speed and number selection
    • Selection procedure with example