BMT

Assignment 1: Material Classification and Selection

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Q. No.	Question	CO	RBT Level	Marks
1	Define and explain the classification of materials into engineering/non-engineering and structural/non-structural types with 2 examples each.	CO1	L2	5
2	Draw and explain a stress-strain curve for (a) steel and (b) concrete. Label elastic region, yield point, and failure point.	CO1, CO6	L3	5
3	List and explain four desirable mechanical properties of building materials. Mention their importance in structural applications.	CO2	L2	5
4	Explain the importance of IS codes in the specification and selection of materials. Name four IS codes relevant to Unit 1.	CO6	L1, L3	5
5	Case study: You are constructing a house in Punjab. Justify the selection of materials for foundation, superstructure, and roof.	CO2, CO5	L4	10
6	Visit a construction site and report 3 materials observed, their classification, and comment on their storage or handling condition.	CO1, CO4, CO5	L5	10
7	Create a decision tree/flowchart for the selection of materials for a bridge deck exposed to a marine/corrosive environment, considering strength, durability, IS standards, and cost.	CO3, CO6	L6	10

CO #	Course Outcomes
CO1	Demonstrate the role of materials in building construction
CO2	Identify appropriate building material for construction
CO3	Select and apply suitable material testing procedures/techniques
CO4	Write technical Laboratory report
CO5	Interpret the test reports for selection of suitable material and compliance
CO6	Utilize the relevant information from the standards and guidelines

Level	L1	L2	L3	L4	L5	L6
Cognitive Process	Remember	Understand	Apply	Analyze	Evaluate	Create

Dr. Yuvraj Singh
Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering
Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Ludhiana