SUBSTRUCTURE WORKLEVEL 6
UNIT CODE: CO/OS/OA/CO/04/6/A
MARCH/ APRIL 2025
TIME: 2 HOURS
URIRI TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL COLLEGE
WRITTEN ASSESSMENT ONE
END TERM ONE EXAM
Instructions to candidates
SECTION A (40mks)
1. Define the term foundation. (2mksk)
2. Outline five reasons for providing foundation. (5mks)
3. Briefly explain the methods of excavation of foundation trench. (5mks)
4. Briefly explain factors to consider when selecting type of foundation (4mks)
5. State any four methods of dewatering in trench excavation. (4mks)
6. Explain functional requirements of foundation. (4mks)
7. State four factors to consider when selecting the type of timbering method(4mks)
8. Explain the following terms as used in timbering: polling, wedge, walling and
strut (4mks)
9. State reasons for carrying out soil analysis before construction. (4mks)
10. Outline importance of dewatering in the construction sites. (4mks)
SECTION B
ANSWER THREE QUESTIONS (60mks)
11. Describe the procedure for setting out foundation wall (20mks)
12. Describe with the aid of label and sketch process of timbering in loose
soil (20mks)
13. Describe the procedure for establishing corner profile board and
state it's function. (20mks)
14. Describe factors affecting the type of foundation to
be used. (20mks)
