Define the term Rockfill Dams.

Q: Describe about the categories of concrete-masonry dams?

A: The concrete dams also are split into two categories Gravity dams, where only the mass of the dam…

Q: Describe the requirements of Rockfill Dams.

A: Rockfill dams are constructed primarily from dumped, compacted rock fill. Rockfill dams are…

Q: What are the types of Concrete and masonry dams? Name them.

A: Concrete:

Q: Classify the channel bed slopes. Write the methods of calculating length of GVF profile and explain…

A: Flow profiles are classified by the slope of the channel S0, critical slope Sc, normal depth of the…

Q: A rectangular channel of best hydraulic cross-section, n = 0.016, is laid on a slope of 0.0064 and…

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Q: Describe the difference between an intact and a transversely isotopic rockmass and explain why this…

A: The intact isotopic rockmass: The unfractured blocks between discontinuities in a typical rock mass…

Q: a. Draw the first seepage line using the same scale appropriate. b. Sketch a flownet for seepage in…

A: The values and figure given in the question are as follows: Head of water(H)=8 m Coefficient of…

Q: From what is buttress dams consists of?

A: A buttress dam comprises of water retaining sloping membrane or deck on the upstream that is aided…

Q: This wood flume has a slope of 0.0015. What will be the discharge of water in it for a depth of 1 m2…

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Q: Define driven piles.

A: There are two types of foundations are there: Shallow foundation Deep foundation A shallow…

Q: Explain Stability Analysis for Gravity Dams.

A: Stability analysis for gravity dams is generally examined into a two-dimensional rigid-body outline…

Q: List out the various factors consider in earthquake area ?

A: The structural component of the building is always designed for all types of loads, there are dead…

Q: Water flows uniformly at a depth y1= 40 cm in the concrete channel, which is 10 m wide. Estimate the…

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Q: Define steel piles

A: Steel piles are a big screw, made of galvanized steel with a helical flange that not only helps to…

Q: Define the software to be used to Designing of small earthfill Dams?

A: The software to be used to Designing of small earth fill Dams:

Q: The shapes of culverts are circular only. * False True O O

A: Culvert is constructed under road or railway to carry stream water . Culvert have different shape :…

Q: Explain about the Deep Drainage method.

A: A hydro logical cycle is groundwater regeneration or system of deep runoff, or deep percolation,…

Q: Where does the Earth fill and rockfill dams are typically used?

A: Earth fill dam: Earth dam is made of earth (or soil). It resists the forces exerted upon it mainly…

Q: Describe what is Stability Analysis for Gravity Dams?

A: The gravity dam is made up of concrete or masonry. The gravity gets hold down to the ground results…

Q: What is the classification of Earth Fill Dams?

A: Earthfill dams are one of the most popular dam type constructed to any height.

Q: Give two examples of situations in which hand excavation may be required.

A: In order to level up the land ,Erecting Structures or Digging/Boring operations, Excavation and…

Q: What is Flowable fill? What are its advantages and disavantages?

A: Flowable fill is a lean watery mix of concrete used for non structural works such as backfill and…

Q: Problem 2 If you were to design a retaining wall for an embankment, would you consider cinder (or…

A: Retaining walls are rigid walls used for supporting soil mass laterally so that soil can be retained…

Q: Aside from an excavator, provide at least three other earthwork equipment that you are familiar…

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Q: find out the total area of rupture on the fault; 1011

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Q: 1. What is the hydraulic radius for a wide rectangular channel section? а) Зу b) 2y с) у d) y/2

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Q: Explain some Traditional geotechnical design methods ?

A: Introduction : Geotechnical engineering, or geotechnics, is a discipline of civil engineering that…

Q: Describe about what is Rockfill Dams?

A: A rockfill dam is an embankment that consists of compacted free-draining earth granular with an…

Q: Describe the components and locations for concrete and earth fill dams.

A: Dams and reservoirs are generally constructed to store the water and usage of water whenever…

Q: What is open excavation  and why do we need to conduct soil exploration prior to design of any in…

A: An excavation is said to  be open if its width is greater than or equal to its depth. Soil…

Q: An earthfill dam is being designed in an area prone to medium to severe earthquakes. What kind of…

A: An earthen embankment is a manmade embankment to store water, to raise the ground level for…

Q: How to prevent Hazardous Situations like erosion, of Dams & Tunnels using Engineering Consideration…

A: Erosion in tunnels :- tunnel water erosion is caused by movement of excess water from the sub soil…

Q: Define what are displacement piles ?

A: Driven piles, also referred to as displacement piles, are a commonly-used sort of building…

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A: a simple work plan of a weir and label the parts

Q: 6.3 Define the term unconformity. What conditions favor for its formation?

A: Unconformity is the presence of breaks when new rock sediments on old

Q: a) Explain in brief about sheet pile wall types and its construction methods v

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Q: 1) Which statement is correct about Point A at station 20+00? a) No earthwork is needed at this…

A: 1. At point A, the cumulated volume is zero. From the mass diagram earthwork is required for cut and…

Q: What is hydraulic gradient?

A: The hydraulic gradient can be defined as it is the ratio of head loss or change in the total head in…

Q: identify and explain the different types of slope protection

A: Slope Protection Protecting the slopes from the erosion will requires several actions which must be…

Q: If an irrigation canal is forced to pass through a depression, what type of structure is needed?

A: There are mainly 2 types of structures  Aqueduct: canal runs over the drainage . Super passage :

Q: Explain the driving of tunnels in hard rocks and in soft grounds and the problems associated with…

A: Answer:- A tunnel is an underground passageway, which dug through the surrounding soil, rock, and…

Q: This wood flume has a slope of 0.0015. What will be the discharge of water in it for a depth of 1 m?…

A: step 1-

Q: A rectangular canal, 6.54 m wide and 1.54 m deep lined with smooth stone ( n = 0.013) Has a…

A: For normal channel Discharge us…

Q: How do you determine the minimum required a) number of boreholes in a site? b) depth of boreholes in…

A: Number of boreholes in a site -  The number of bore holes depends on: - Soil Type and size of the…

Q: Define the simplest method of making exploratory boreholes ?

A: For investigation at higher depths when traditional methods fail, boring techniques are utilized.…

Q: Q.5 What are the key differences between Kennedy's method and Lacey's method of channel design?

A: Brief concept introduction- Lacey's Theory- It states that the vertical component of the eddies…

Q: Describe about the Terzaghi-Peck Charts for Backfill Pressures.

A: The Terzaghi-Peck charts are intended to create a retaining walls design with heights not exceeding…

Q: Define civil piles

A: Foundation:- A building's foundation is the lowest part of the structure that disperses its gravity…

Management of Labor

Labor, worker or construction laborer are the skilled workers employed in the construction site who performs several works which demand physical strength. The laborer's task is very challenging and often leads to fatigue and exhaustion. Depending on the nature of work, a construction firm may employ many laborers. The laborers prepare sites for construction works, loading and unloading of materials, removing hazards, dismantling, overhauling of equipment, shifting materials, and assisting higher officials. The labor may also require to operate special equipment depending upon its expertise. In a nutshell, the laborer's work is essential and challenging sometimes, and their involvement help to finish the construction process on time.A labor manager undertakes the task of labor-management in a construction site. He helps in the organization of the project by wisely and systematically managing the laborers involved with the project. A labor manager hires people with the expertise, to deliver the right productivity. Proper labor management will ensure high productivity, right skills utilization, availability of workers on time, and timely project completion.