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InsemMar 20262019 patternSE Civil

Concrete Technology SPPU Insem Question Paper Mar 2026

All 4 questions from this SPPU insem paper, as printed. Read them here or open the PDF.

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Subject code
201010
Pattern
2019 pattern
Exam
Insem
Session
Mar 2026
Max. marks
30
Time
1 Hour
Semester
IV
Paper code
APR-26/SE/Insem-243

Printed for: S.E. ( Civil) (Insem)

Instructions to the candidates

  1. Solve Q.1 or Q.2 and Q.3 or Q.4.
  2. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
  3. Draw neat diagram wherever necessary.
  4. Use of logarithmic table, slide rule and electronic pocket calculator are allowed.
  5. Assume suitable data if necessary, stating it clearly.

Questions

  1. Q1

    1. a)

      Explain the hydration process of the Cement.

      [5]
    2. b)

      Enlist Lab testing of the cement and define the initial and final setting time of the cement.

      [5]
    3. c)

      Classify the admixture and explain in brief any two of them.

      Also asked:Mar 2024

      [5]

  2. Q2

    1. a)

      Write a short note on the classification of aggregates.

      [5]
    2. b)

      What are the different types of mineral admixture? Explain any two mineral admixtures.

      [6]
    3. c)

      What are the different methods of cement production? Explain anyone in detail with the flow diagram.

      [4]

  3. Q3

    1. a)

      What are the different methods to measure workability? Explain any one of them.

      [5]
    2. b)

      Explain the importance of compaction of concrete. What are the different methods of compaction?

      [6]
    3. c)

      Give a broad classification of methods adopted for curing of concrete and explain the water-curing method.

      Also asked:Mar 2024

      [4]

  4. Q4

    1. a)

      State and explain various operations involved during the concreting from mixing to finishing of concrete surface.

      [5]
    2. b)

      Define workability. State and explain factors affecting workability.

      [6]
    3. c)

      This part has equations that don’t show as text. Open the PDF to read it.

      [4]