Gujarat Technological UniversitySummer 2026 examination

GTU 3130607 Building Construction Technology Summer 2026 Question Paper & PDF

B.E. · Civil Engineering · Semester 3 · Subject code 3130607
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Total
70 marks
To pass
23 marks (33%)
Duration
2.5 Hours 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Questions
5 with internal choice
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Q.1

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Define the following terms with neat sketches:
i)Frog,
ii)Header,
iii)Stretcher,
iv)Plinth
(b)
4 marks
Explain factors affecting selection of foundation type.
(c)
7 marks
Write a short note on ingredients of concrete and their functions.

Q.2

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
What are the principles of green building?
(b)
4 marks
Explain thermal insulation and acoustic treatment in buildings.
(c)
7 marks
Describe different types of doors with sketches and suitability.
(c)
7 marks
Draw a neat sketch of staircase and explain:
i)Rise,
ii)Going,
iii)Nosing,
iv)Headroom

Q.3

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Differentiate between load bearing wall and framed structure.
(b)
4 marks
Explain brick masonry bonds with sketches.
(c)
7 marks
Describe construction of cavity wall and its advantages.
(a)
3 marks
Explain the necessity of timbering in trenches.
(b)
4 marks
Discuss methods of dewatering in excavation.
(c)
7 marks
Explain coffer dams with types and applications.

Q.4

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Classify pile foundations with neat diagram/chart.
(b)
4 marks
Explain causes of failure of pile foundation.
(c)
7 marks
Explain construction procedure of caisson foundation.
(a)
3 marks
Define sill, lintel, and jamb.
(b)
4 marks
Explain factors affecting selection of windows.
(c)
7 marks
Draw neat sketches of different types of stairs.

Q.5

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Explain advantages of precast construction.
(b)
4 marks
Explain types of flooring and selection criteria.
(c)
7 marksAsked in 2 of 2 papers
Explain types of roof coverings used in pitched roofs.

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q5b

(a)
3 marks
What is 3D printing in construction? State its applications.
(b)
4 marksAsked in 2 of 2 papers
Explain characteristics of good paint.

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q3b OR

(c)
7 marks
Draw neat sketches of formwork for beam, slab, and column.

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Official Gujarat Technological University (GTU) examination paper for Building Construction Technology (Summer 2026, B.E. · Civil Engineering, Sem 3). Features complete 70-mark regular & remedial examination pattern, official marking distribution across all 5 questions, and direct 1-click official PDF download.

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