CONFIDENTIAL AP/APR 2007/BLD305

UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA

FINAL EXAMINATION

COURSE : BUILDING SCIENCE IV

COURSE CODE : BLD305
EXAMINATION : APRIL 2007
TIME : 3 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

1. This question paper consists of two (2) parts : PART A (3 Questions)

PART B (3 Questions)

2. Answer four (4) questions only. Two (2) questions from each part in two separate Answer
Booklets. Start each answer on a new page.

3. Do not bring any material into the examination room unless permission is given by the
invigilator.

4. Please check to make sure that this examination pack consists of:

i) the Question Paper

ii) Two Answer Booklets - provided by the Faculty

DO NOT TURN THIS PAGE UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO

This examination paper consists of 4 printed pages
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PART A (ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE)

QUESTION 1

Explain the following terms:

i) Sound Power,
ii) Sound Pressure,
iii) Sound Intensity,
iv) Threshold of pain,
v) Threshold of hearing

(25 marks)

QUESTION 2

a) The intensity of a point sound measured at a distance of 6m from the source is 6m from
the source is 3.4 x 10'6 W/m2.

i) Calculate the intensity of the sound (W/m2) at a distance 24m from the source,
ii) Calculate the decibel change between two positions.
(10 marks)

b) The materials and devices used in our building for the purpose of absorbing sound can
be classified into three main types. Briefly explain these three types of sound
absorption.
(15 marks)

QUESTION 3

a) Explain the term Reverberation Time (Rt) and list down factors influencing the Rt
calculations.
(5 marks)

a) List down four (4) points to be considered when designing construction to achieve
adequate sound insulation of building elements.
(10 marks)

b) A rectangular hall with floor dimensions 50m x 25m x 5m height has a reverberation
time of 1.5 second at 500 hertz. In order to achieve the required reverberation time of
1.0 second, carpet was recommended on the floor. Given A = 0.16VRt"1 and the
absorption coefficient of carpet at 500 hertz is 0.35, calculate the area of carpet
required.
(10 marks)

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PART B (BUILDING MATERIALS)

QUESTION 1

You have been selected to execute renovation works to an Old School Hall which is to be
converted into Multi purpose use in the shortest time possible. The existing finishes of the
hall is as follows:-

Floor: Cement render

Internal/ External wall: Normal plaster
Roof Structure/ finish: Timber /asbestos
Ceiling: None

i) Propose a suitable floor finish for indoor sport activities and public areas. List the
selection criteria of the material, merit and demerits of the material.
(8 marks)

ii) To adapt to the existing roof structure with 10° slope, propose a roofing material which is
suitable and steps to be taken to overcome the climatic condition.
(7 marks)

iii) Stone have been selected for exterior wall finish. Explain the problem normally
associated with the laying of the stone and how do you overcome it.
(10 marks)

QUESTION 2

a) Apart from Aesthetic, describe two other functions of floor finishes

(4 marks)

b) Classification of paint depends upon its functions. Describe fully the functions and
properties of paint.
(6 marks)

c) Explain the purpose of incorporating fibres in the following fibre composite material and
discuss their properties and applications in the construction industry.

i) Glass Reinforced Cement (GRC)

ii) Steel Fibre Reinforced Concrete (SFRC)

(15 marks)

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QUESTION 3

a) Explain the functional principles of wood fibre concrete.

(10 marks)

b) In choosing Roof finishes, there are certain criteria to be considered. Describe these
criteria and relate them to the use of an School block.
(10 marks)

END OF QUESTION PAPER

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