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3CT06 Construction Technology –II

Objectives:

    To impart information, knowledge of various methods and techniques used in construction of the components of buildings as a whole. (Load bearing, RCC frame, and composite structure).

 

Course Contents:

  1. Formwork: Basic definitions, relevant codal provisions. Significance of quality, economy and safety. Conventional method of erection of various structural components using timber, plywood and steel. Feasibility of modular system and components. Erections by components like adjustable spans-props-stirrup heads, and various accessories. Use of quick release system. Introduction to aluminum formwork. Failures of formwork due to design and construction defects.

  2. Scaffolding: Principles, types of various supporting systems and accessories related to quality economy and safety. Apart from conventional materials, systems like H-frames, cup lock access scaffold, universal scaffolding etc. are also covered.

  3. Mechanization in construction: Earth excavating, cutting,, hauling and compaction equipments.
    Concrete batching, mixing and transportation, plants and equipments History, classification and selection of equipments, suitability of each equipments, factors affecting output of equipments, management aspects of equipments, hourly owning and operating costs, safety precautions and their maintenance and repairs.

  4. Floors and floor finishes: Filling, sub grade, functions and various methods covering cost aspects.

  5. Wall finishes: Various types of plastering and pointing covering cost aspects.

Reference Books:

    1. Construction planning equipments & methods – By R. Peurifoy

    2. Construction equipments & methods – By Frank Harris

    3. Construction equipments – By Dr. Mahesh Verma

    4. Formwork for concrete Structures – By R. Peurifoy

    5. Relevant is codes – Is 456 and other Publications (NBO & CBRI)

    6. Construction of buildings - By R. Barry

    7. Building Construction – By George Mitchell

    8. Construction Technology- By R. Chudley

    9. Building Construction – By Dr. B.C. Punamia

    10. Building Construction - By W. McKay.

 

Evaluation:

Internal 60 %

    (Class assignments/tutorials, Tests, Class interactions, and any laboratory work if required etc.)

Final 40 %

    (Exam, Jury etc.)