Paper ID (BTCE-403)

B.Tech (4th sem)

Design of Concrete Structures – I

Time: 1: 30 hours Maximum Marks : 24

Instructions to Candidates

1) Section A is compulsory
2) Attempt any two questions from Section – B
3) Attempt any three questions from Section – C
4) Relevant Indian Code of Practices are permitted in examination and assume any
suitable data if missing.

Section – A 3×2=6

1) What are Admixtures?

2) Define Bleeding and Segregation?
3) What is workability of concrete and write down factors affecting workability of
concrete?

Section – B 2×3=6

1) Give the different factors in the choice of mix proportions?

2) An isolated T-beam, simply supported over a span of 6m has following dimensions :
a. Width of flange = 750mm
b. Thickness of flange = 125mm
c. Width of web = 260mm
d. Overall depth = 400mm
e. Effective cover to tensile reinforcement = 40mm
f. The beam is reinforced with 4 bars of 20mm dia.
Determine the moment of resistance of the beam if Fe 415 steel bars are used.
3) What is Portland cement and give the different grades of cement? Write about the
Setting time of cement. What is Hydration of cement?.

Section – C 3 × 4 = 12

1) Describe the different properties of aggregate in detail.

2) Along with expressions write down the design procedure for shear, Development
length and Torsion.
3) Design an RCC floor slab for a residential building over a single room 4.5 × 4.5 m
clear inside dimensions with 11/2 brick walls for support on all sides. Use M-20
concrete and Fe 415 steel.
4) Describe:
a. Porosity of aggregate
b. Bulking of Sand
c. Slump Test
d. Flexural Strength
e. Creep & Shrinkage