KENYA INSTITUTE OF HIGHWAYS AND BUILDING TECHNOLOGY.
BUILDING DEPT.
CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY TERM 1 CAT EXAMINATION
ARCHITECTURE 2 SEPTEMBER INTAKE.
INSTRUCTIONS: Attempt ALL QUESTIONS.
Q1.I a). Explain 3 general principles in the use of mixers. (6mks)
b) Differentiate between a non-tilting drum and a reverse drum mixer (3mk)
c i) Determine how long it will take to mix 60 m3 of concrete using 300L mixers. If a mixer has a
6min cycle and operates 90 percent efficiency (5mk
ii) State 3 requirements for transporting concrete. (3mk)
iii) distinguish between batching and mixing plants and give two examples of each. (4mks)
iv) Explain the terms external and internal vibrators and give examples of each. (4mks)
v)Elaborate the following terms
a) Precast concrete and give an example b)In situ concrete (4mks)