CE-703-D Building Services - Nov 2023 Question Paper

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1. 7 Marks
   aExplain the water treatment DBP mitigation in swimming pool systems?
   How to answer

   • Define DBPs and formation in chlorinated pools
   • Sources and health/aesthetic concerns
   • Mitigation: source control, optimized chlorination, pH control
   • Treatment: filtration, activated carbon, UV, ozone, ventilation and monitoring
2. 7 Marks
   bWrite about the different types of water supply systems for multistored buildings and types of water supply pipes?
   How to answer

   • List water supply systems for multistoried buildings: direct, indirect, hydro-pneumatic, zoned
   • Explain each system with application
   • Types of water supply pipes: GI, copper, PVC, CPVC, HDPE, etc.
   • Selection criteria and diagram of distribution
3. 7 Marks
   aBriefly explain about the building which are classified as NBC of India?
   How to answer

   • Introduce NBC of India as national code
   • List occupancy classification groups A to J
   • Brief features of residential, commercial, industrial, institutional etc.
   • Purpose of classification for safety and services
4. 7 Marks
   bHow do you calculate lift requirements and write about the various types of lift controlling system with neat diagram?
   How to answer

   • Steps to calculate lift requirement: population, handling capacity, round trip time
   • Formulas for number and capacity of lifts
   • Types of lift control: single, collective, group control, destination control
   • Neat diagram of control system
5. 7 Marks
   aExplain the fire protection requirements for high rise buildings and fire safety provisions in lifts?
   How to answer

   • Fire protection requirements for high-rise per NBC: compartmentation, exits, alarms
   • Provision of wet riser, sprinklers, refuge area
   • Fire safety provisions in lifts: fire lift, pressurization, auto recall
   • Power supply and signage requirements
6. 7 Marks
   bDiscuss about the working mechanism of escalators?
   How to answer

   • Define escalator components: steps, handrail, truss, drive
   • Working cycle and drive mechanism
   • Safety devices and speed control
   • Applications in buildings
7. 5 Marks
   aWrite a short note on Hydrants Installation
   How to answer

   • Define hydrant system and components
   • Types and installation requirements
   • Water supply and pressure maintenance
8. 5 Marks
   bWrite a short note on Carbon dioxide storing system
   How to answer

   • Principle of CO2 extinguishing
   • Storage cylinders and distribution
   • Application and safety precautions
9. 4 Marks
   cWrite a short note on Service duct escape route
   How to answer

   • Purpose of service duct and escape route
   • Design and fire rating requirements
   • Ventilation and access provisions
10. 7 Marks
    aWrite the common causes of fire and explain any four fire fighting system in detail?
    How to answer

    • List common causes: electrical, cooking, smoking, storage
    • Explain four systems: hydrant, sprinkler, CO2, foam/dry powder
    • Working and components of each
    • Suitability for fire classes
11. 7 Marks
    bHow would you control noise at the stage of planning of building. Explain in brief?
    How to answer

    • Sources of noise and planning objectives
    • Site zoning, orientation and setbacks
    • Buffer zones, landscaping and layout
    • Building envelope and internal planning measures
12. 7 Marks
    aExplain about the factors that are needed in the acoustic design of an auditorium?
    How to answer

    • Define acoustic design goals: clarity, reverberation
    • Factors: volume, shape, reverberation time, absorption
    • Seating, reflecting and diffusing surfaces
    • Noise isolation and HVAC noise control
13. 7 Marks
    bBriefly explain the difference between unitary and central air condition system and what are the various types explain it with a neat diagram?
    How to answer

    • Define unitary vs central air conditioning
    • Differences in capacity, distribution and control
    • Types of each system with examples
    • Neat diagram of systems
14. 7 Marks
    aExplain any four access control systems in Building security?
    How to answer

    • Define access control in building security
    • Explain four systems: card, biometric, PIN, CCTV/intercom
    • Working and components of each
    • Selection for building types
15. 7 Marks
    bDiscuss about the design of car parking system with neat diagram?
    How to answer

    • Parking requirements and standards
    • Types: surface, basement, multi-level
    • Design: bay size, aisle, ramp, circulation
    • Neat layout diagram
16. 4 Marks
    aWrite a short notes on Landscaping and Horticulture
    How to answer

    • Define landscaping and horticulture scope
    • Elements and benefits for buildings
    • Maintenance aspects
17. 4 Marks
    bWrite a short notes on Difference between the lift and Escalator
    How to answer

    • Define lift vs escalator function
    • Differences in movement, capacity, speed
    • Application suitability
18. 3 Marks
    cWrite a short notes on Working fire control systems
    How to answer

    • Define working fire control systems
    • Detection, alarm and suppression stages
    • Example systems and operation
19. 3 Marks
    dWrite a short notes on Algae control in swimming pool
    How to answer

    • Causes of algae in pools
    • Control by chlorination, pH, algaecides
    • Filtration, cleaning and prevention