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BUILDING TECHNICIAN LEVEL 6
CON/OS/BUT/CR/06/6
EXECUTE SUPERSTRUCTURE WORKS
July/August 2023
TVET CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT, ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION
COUNCIL (TVET CDACC)
WRITTEN ASSESSMENT
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TIME: 3 HOURS
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INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE
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1. This paper has two sections A and B. Attempt questions in each section as per instructions
given in the section.
2. You are provided with a separate answer booklet.
3. Marks for each question are indicated in the brackets.
4. Do not write on the question paper.
5. Answer your questions in English.
This Paper Consists of THREE (3) Printed Pages.
Candidate should check the question paper to ascertain that all pages are printed as
indicated and that no pages are missing
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SECTION A (40 MARKS)
Attempt ALL questions in this section.
1. In superstructure walling bridging opening is important. State any three major wall openings.
(3 Marks)
2. Identify five forms of pitched roof trusses. (5 Marks)
3. Outline any five properties of a good mortar. (5 Marks)
4. Ground floor is the lowest level of a building that is directly accessible from the ground level
highlight three types. (3 Marks)
5. Briefly explain two types of stair cases. (4 Marks)
6. Staggering of joints is an art in bonding give any three reasons as to why it is important in
brick bonding.. (3 Marks)
7. Name three main types of roof coverings. (3 Marks)
8. You have been tasked to conduct concreting for structural elements of superstructure walling.
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List three raw materials used to prepare a concrete mix. (3 Marks)
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9. Distinguish between terms jointing and pointing as used in superstructure works.
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(4 Marks)
10. With the aid of a sketch, briefly describe toothing and raking back in wall construction
(7 Marks)
SECTION B (60 MARKS)
Attempt any THREE (3) questions in this section. All questions carry equal marks
11. Brick bonding is highly taken into consideration in construction of superstructure walling.
a. Identify any five rules to consider when choosing the method of bonding. (5 Marks)
b. Describe with an aid of a well labelled sketch the following bonds.
i. Stretcher bond
ii. Flemish bond
iii. English bond. (15 marks)
12. It is important to consult with a professional contractor or fireplace specialist to ensure
proper installation and construction of a fireplace.
a. Explain any five design principles of a fireplace. (10 Marks)
b. Sketch and label a sectional through fire place showing the following
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i. Fire back
ii. Gathering
iii. Hearth
iv. Flue
v. Breast (10 Marks)
13. As a building technician you have been tasked to design a staircase for a client.
a. Using a well labeled diagram show the details of a section of a Reinforced Concrete
staircase. (5 Marks)
b. Explain the following terms as applied in a staircase. (15 Marks)
i. A tread
ii. Headroom
iii. A stringer
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v. Nosing
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14. A roof is the highest component of a building that serves as a structural covering to protect
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the structure from all kind’s elements.
a. Outline any five functions of a roof. (5 Marks)
b. Explain five advantages of flat roofs. (5 Marks)
c. Using a well labeled diagram show the details of a coupled closed roof. (10 Marks)
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