CIVIL ENGINEERING BASIC INTERVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

 

 

The demand for civil engineers in the construction industry in the world is increasing and the number of civil engineers is also increasing day by day and the competition for jobs among civil engineers is also very fierce. We have compiled a list of Civil Engineering interview questions and answers that will help the Civil Engineer in the interview and this simple guide will help you to pass the interview and get the job of your dreams.

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Question No 01: Define Porosity Of Soil ?

In the soil Porosity of Soil is a ratio between the volume of void and the total volume of soil.

 

Question No 02: Define the concrete mix design?

Proposing a ratio for the concrete components to achieve the desired strength using minimum cement is called concrete mix design. Attempts are made to make heavier concrete by considering the physical properties of the concrete components.

Question No 03: Enlist The Method Of Concrete Mix Design?

The method of concrete mix design is following:

1.      Arbitrary Method

2.      Minimum Void Method

3.      Maximum Density Method

4.      Fineness Modulus Method

5.      Water-Cement Ratio Method

Question No 04:  Enlist The Causes Of Dampness?

There are following causes of dampness:

·         Rain

·         Plinth Level Of Building

·         Drain ability Of Soil

·         Seasonal Effects

·         Defective Orientation

·         Moisture Entrapped During Construction

·         Defective Material

·         Defective Construction

·         Moisture Originated In The Building

 

Question No 05:  Define The Grade Beam?

A beam that transfers the load of a building directly to the foundations of columns or to the ground is called a grade beam. This beam serves as the foundation of the building and is provided in a place where no basement is to be built.  Grade beams are provided on piers or piles to build the building above ground level in flood prone areas.

Question No 06: Define the cohesive soil?

Soil that has a very high bonding force or cohesion between the particles is called cohesive soil. Soil particles in this group are flaky and the bonding force between them is very high.

 

Question No 07: Enlist The Types Of Cement Concrete?

There are three Types Of Cement Concrete

 

1.      Plain Cement Concrete

2.      Reinforced Cement Concrete

3.      Pre-Stressed Cement Concrete

 

 

Question No 08: Define Under Pining?

The foundation of a constructed building has to be changed for some reason or its foundation has to be strengthened. The process of changing or strengthening the constructed is called under pining.

Question No 09: Define Plinth Beam?

There are places where the ground is weak and unable to bear the heavy load. A beam is provided at plinth level while constructing a building. This is called plinth beam.  It is provided in full length on the exterior walls. This usually helps prevent the RCC building foundation from sinking. It also provides earthquake resistance

Question No 10 : Enlist The Type Of Bond In Brick Masonry?

The following are the different types of bonds used in Bricks masonry:

·         Stretcher Bond

·         English Bond

·         Dutch Bond

·         Header Bond

·         Flemish Bond

·         Ranking Bond