ACT1. (a) Describe the Bogue chemical compound composition of Portland cement.(b) What is fineness and explain how to determine it in the laboratory?2. What are mixtures and mineral additives? Enlist the different admixtures used in concrete construction. Explain the function and property of any two types of admixtures.3. (a) What is grading of aggregate and its significance? Describe the process of sieve analysis for determination of fineness modulus of an aggregate in tabular form.(b) Write short note on the (i) gap graded aggregate and (ii) maximum aggregate size4. Define workability of concrete. Explain the compacting factor test. Compare it with slump test.

TE1. What are the objectives of traffic volume studies?2. Define the three basic parameters of traffic and explain their inter-relationship?3. What are the various statistical methods employed in the presentation and analysis of spot speed data?4. Write a note on different types of off-street parking facilities?PMC1. Explain the plate load test for estimation of modulus of sub grade reaction and also give the types of corrections are adopted if the water table is at grade level?2. List the various admixtures used for soil stabilization. Explain lime stabilization?3. List the grouting materials. Explain any one grouting technique for pavement?4. What method is used to check skid resistance for pavement and explain?

PM1) Write about quality control by sampling of attributes.2) Write short notes on:a) ABC analysis of inventory control.b) Motivation.c) Welfare measures taken for women at project site.3) Explain about factors behind selection of construction equipment.4) (a) What are the special features of international contracts?(b)Write about: (i) EMD. (ii) Qualifications of an arbitrator.