University of Kerala Old Question Papers

I am in 8th Semester of B.Arch Course of University of Kerala. The University has released exam dates. I want to start preparation, so I need old question papers. Is there anyone who will provide old question papers of 8th Semester of B.Arch Course of University of Kerala?

[Rajkumar Agarwal]

As you are looking for old year question papers of 8th Semester of B.Arch Course of University of Kerala, so here I am providing following paper:

University of Kerala B.Arch 8th Sem Question Paper
13AR1807: CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

1. Write short notes on: (8 x 5 = 40 Marks)
A) Economic analysis
B) Types of construction Projects
C) Mile stone charts
D) Work Break down Schedule
E) Linear Scheduling Method
F) Probability Distribution Curve
G) Crash estimate
H) Expediting the project
2. a) Describe the principles, objectives and stages of planning a construction project. What are the types of plans adopted? Discuss the limitations of planning. (15 Marks)
or
2.b) Describe in detail the scope of construction management in the construction sector. Describe the major activities involved in the management of construction projects. Highlight the importance of planning in construction management by describing the process and stages of planning. (15 Marks)
3. a) Project management software packages are emerging as powerful tools for construction managers. Explain the features of any construction management software and also differentiate it with MS Project (15 Marks)
or
3.b) Determine the minimum cost & optimum duration for the project of the network. The data of each activity of network is given in the following table. Indirect cost may be taken at Rs. 2500/-per week. (15 Marks)

University of Kerala B.Arch 8th Sem Question Paper
13AR1807: CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT





University of Kerala B.Arch 8th Sem Question Paper
13AR1802 Professional Practice
1. Write short notes on :
a. Guidelines for architectural competition
b. Importance of code of conduct for architects
c. Essential features of Security Deposit
d. Provisional sum and prime cost
e. Freehold and leasehold
f. Rental method
g. short comings while running own office
h. Registers for dispatch and documents (5marks X 8 =40marks)
2. a) Discuss the Powers and Functions of COA to promote the profession of
architecture.
OR
b) What is Architectural copyright .Discuss the essential characteristics of
Architectural copyright?

3. a) Discuss different types of tenders. Compare any two in detail.
OR
b) What are the duties of an architect in the event of Determination? What precautions should an architect take in an event of determination?

4. a) Explain Different methods of valuation. Illustrate with example .
OR
b)What do you understand by the rent of property? Discuss the different classification of rents as are connected with the lease of property

5. a) What is the purpose of management in architecture profession? Explain
Principles of management?
OR
b) Discuss briefly the following.
i. Double entry, Single entry, Book Keeping
ii. Visual recording ad daily report system