Assignment 2: Building Materials – Properties, Production, and Applications
Course Code: CCE201
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Assignment Questions
| Q. No. |
Question |
CO |
RBT Level |
Marks |
| 1 |
Explain the composition of concrete in terms of cement compounds (oxides), aggregates, and admixtures. Discuss the role of each constituent in strength and durability. |
CO1 |
L2 |
5 |
| 2 |
Describe the manufacturing/production process of concrete including batching, mixing, transportation, placing, compaction, and curing. Highlight modern practices. |
CO1 |
L3 |
5 |
| 3 |
Explain the concept of water–cement ratio. Discuss its influence on strength, workability, and durability of concrete with reference to Abram’s law. |
CO1 |
L2 |
5 |
| 4 |
Draw and explain the stress–strain curve of concrete under compression. Compare briefly with that of steel to highlight ductility vs. brittleness. |
CO2 |
L3 |
5 |
| 5 |
Differentiate between characteristic compressive strength $(f_{ck})$ and target mean strength $(f_{t})$ of concrete. Explain why a margin is considered in mix design. |
CO3 |
L2 |
5 |
| 6 |
Discuss key mechanical and durability properties of concrete (compressive strength, tensile strength, modulus of elasticity, permeability, creep, shrinkage). |
CO2, CO3 |
L3 |
5 |
| 7 |
Explain common defects in concrete structures (honeycombing, segregation, bleeding, cracks). Suggest preventive measures and IS code references. |
CO2, CO6 |
L4 |
10 |
| 8 |
Case study: For a multi-storey building in Ludhiana, select suitable material for (a) foundation, (b) walls, (c) columns, (d) beams, and (e) roofing. Justify your choice based on strength, durability, and IS standards. |
CO2, CO6 |
L4 |
10 |
| 9 |
Prepare a comparative summary table of concrete, bricks, stones, timber, and steel showing composition, production, key properties, and applications. |
CO2, CO6 |
L6 |
10 |
Course Outcomes (COs)
| 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 |
RBT Levels
| 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