Examination Paper: Construction Management
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IIBM Institute of Business Management
Examination Paper MM.100
Construction Industry
Section A: Objective Type (30 marks)
•This section consists of Multiple Choices/Fill in the Blanks & short notes type questions.
•Answer all the questions.
•Part one questions carry 1 mark each & Part Two questions carry 5 marks each.
Part One:
Multiple Choices:
1. This effect is the result of a combination of a variety of factors that can be traced back to the
building’s design building materials, and the cumulative effects of low order characteristics on
human health:
a. Sick building syndrome
b. Ionizing radiation
c. Non-ionizing radiation
d. Pollutants
2. ____________ represents all aural sensations experienced by the user due to noise at all
frequencies, levels, and dynamics:
a. Hydrothermal discomfort
b. Acoustic inconvenience
c. Visual discomfort
d. Olfactory discomfort
3. This is the influence of the production of toxic compounds by the construction and operation on
the site itself & neighboring surface:
a. Air pollution
b. Soil pollution
c. Acid rain
d. Smog & other air pollution
4. ________ opens up new markets and news competition from the construction sector in the new
member states.
a. PU Enlargement
b. CU Enlargement
c. DU Enlargement
d. EU Enlargement
5. Installing energy efficient appliances & fixtures & changing irrigation practices & behavior can
reduce water consumption by 30 percent
a. Water conservative
b. Recycled content materials
c. Materials reuse
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d. None of the above
6. This new system was intended to reduce manipulations in the tendering process:
a. Institutional Reforms
b. Mandatory Tendering
c. Mandatory Tender Evaluation System
d. Mandatory Construction Supervision
7. It provides a graphical representation of the individual measured values in a data set according to
the frequency of occurrence:
a. Check-sheet
b. Histogram
c. Checklists
d. Pareto Analysis
8. __________ sets out the vision for a future European Construction sectors as a key element in
achieving the Lisbon objectives:
a. Smart Construction
b. Building the future
c. Strategies for innovation
d. Strategic alliances
9. ECCREDI stands for _______________________________.
10. LEED stands for __________________________________.
Part Two:
1. What is ‘Mobile Document Management System’?
2. Briefly explain the Lean Production.
3. Define Green Building.
4. What is slowing down Penetration of Green Construction?
END OF SECTION A
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Section B: Caselets (40 Marks)
•This section consists of Caselets.
•Answer all the questions.
•Each case let carries 20 marks.
•Detailed information should form the part of your answer (Word limit 150 to 200 words).
Caselet 1
The president rise in commodity prices across the board, s posing major threat to those working on
construction projects, in general and real estate projects, in particular. The prices of raw material are it
cement, steel, aluminum, plastics, etc., are seeing an upward rally. This can hamper the growth of the
sector adversely in case the demand for these projects, worth crores of rupees, falls. The impact of this
fall would be severe on country’s infrastructure development as well as the growth of the manufacturing
sector. This lurking risk is not restricted only to domestic sector but is gaining global attention. Globally
too project managers are concerned as commodity prices shoot through the roof. In addition to the
problem of cost overrun, KPMG’s Global Construction Survey conducted in the year 2007 unraveled
three major aspects of the construction sector; Current business trends, management of building process
and the future. The findings revealed that the shortage of qualified contractors to bid for and execute
major projects, the rising cost of construction and the shortage of internal resources available to manage
and deliver projects are the biggest challenges to new construction projects in the future. These need to be
addressed as demand for construction services shall increase over the next five years.
Considering India’s embarkment towards major construction projects related to highways, ports, airways,
several lessons are required to be learned from international experiences and also from its own past
experiences. According to Business Line, as of the end-March 2007, the National Highways Authority of
India (NHAI) had about 46 constructions works-amounting to a total length of 1,844 km- which were
plagued by time and cost overruns. Of these, three projects, which were cancelled due to non-performance
of contractors, were not rewarded while others faced significant time overruns. Some common problems
identified were delay on account of land acquisition, utilities clearance, bad quality Detailed Project
Report (DPR), leading to massive change in scope of work after the project was awarded and nonperforming
contractors. To overcome these problems attempts have been made by HHAI such as, the new
model concession agreement includes clauses to ensure that 60% land acquisition and utilities clearance
are done by NHAI and passed on to the rod developer before the financial closure of the project.
Additionally, the clauses also have provision of blacklisting consulting firms as well as imposing penalty
on DPR consultants to ensure better performance. The intervention by IT sector can also help the
construction sector in reducing the performance. The intervention by IT sector can also help the
construction sector in reducing the man-managed deficiencies that contribute to cost and time overruns, if
not eliminating it in entirely.
Questions:
1. The cost-effective construction technologies would emerge as the most acceptable case of
sustainable technologies in India. Comment
2. Explain what lessons are required to be learned from International experiences and its own past
experiences in Construction Project.
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Caselet 2
The Euro Tunnel formerly known as Channel Tunnel project was conceived for over two centuries.
However, it was in April 2, 1985, a formal invitation to complete the fixed link of it was floated by the
British and the French. Thereafter, in January, 1986, the train/shuttle tunnel developed by the consortium
channel Tunnel Group Limited-France-Manche S.A. (CTGFM) was ultimately given the contract. In the
development of it, design engineering was the prime challenge. The challenge was overcome through
construction of three concrete lined parallel tunnels of approximately 50 kilometers long running mostly
undersea (about 38 Km) from the English and French ends. Of these, the two outside tunnels which are
used as rail tunnels had a diameter (internal) of 7.6 meters for train movement. These rail tunnels were
dug at an average distance of 30 meters. The other one, the central tunnel has an internal diameter of 4.8
meters for catering to servicing activities. For effectuating it, the service tunnel is linked with the rail
tunnels through cross-passages along the entire stretch, at equal intervals of 375 meters. Besides, the rail
tunnels were also connected with ducts of piston relief at intervals of 250 meters for maintenance of air
pressure, which got affected by movement of high-speed trains, in the two tunnels. Also, two huge
undersea crossover caverns were constructed for the trains to crossover from one track to other. In order
to keep the tunnels dry, five pumping stations and sumps were built. So as to reduce the heat caused by
friction caused by the fast-moving trains, a cooling system was installed in which chilled water was
pumped by cooling pipes. After determination of the optimum tunnel route, Tunnel Boring Machines
(TBMs) that are able to operate in a sealed mode under water pressure were used. Lining of the tunnels
were done with pre-cast concrete segmented rings and ductile iron as per soil conditions so as to ensure a
120 year life. The concrete used in the tunnel construction are of high strength and density so as to give
optimum corrosion protection to the steel reinforcement. Besides, secondary protection against corrosion
was ensured through surface coating.
Questions:
1. Explain the construction of the Euro Tunnel.
2. State the benefits of the construction of the Euro Tunnel.
END OF SECTION B
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Section C: Applied Theory (30 Marks)
•This section consists of Applied Theory Questions.
•Answer all the questions.
•Each question carries 10 marks.
•Detailed information should from the part of your answer (Word limit 200 to 250 words).
1. Explain the Government Role in BOT Projects. Give the Recommendations for Encouraging the
Private Sector Involvements in BOT Projects.
2. Explain the Role of Construction Industry in Climate Change.
3. What are the areas of design that are to be and shall be addressed in order to achieve sustainable
built environment?
END OF SECTION C
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IIBM Institute of Business Management
IIBM Institute of Business Management
Examination Paper MM.100
Construction Industry
Section A: Objective Type (30 marks)
•This section consists of Multiple Choices/Fill in the Blanks & short notes type questions.
•Answer all the questions.
•Part one questions carry 1 mark each & Part Two questions carry 5 marks each.
Part One:
Multiple Choices:
1. This effect is the result of a combination of a variety of factors that can be traced back to the
building’s design building materials, and the cumulative effects of low order characteristics on
human health:
a. Sick building syndrome
b. Ionizing radiation
c. Non-ionizing radiation
d. Pollutants
2. ____________ represents all aural sensations experienced by the user due to noise at all
frequencies, levels, and dynamics:
a. Hydrothermal discomfort
b. Acoustic inconvenience
c. Visual discomfort
d. Olfactory discomfort
3. This is the influence of the production of toxic compounds by the construction and operation on
the site itself & neighboring surface:
a. Air pollution
b. Soil pollution
c. Acid rain
d. Smog & other air pollution
4. ________ opens up new markets and news competition from the construction sector in the new
member states.
a. PU Enlargement
b. CU Enlargement
c. DU Enlargement
d. EU Enlargement
5. Installing energy efficient appliances & fixtures & changing irrigation practices & behavior can
reduce water consumption by 30 percent
a. Water conservative
b. Recycled content materials
c. Materials reuse
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d. None of the above
6. This new system was intended to reduce manipulations in the tendering process:
a. Institutional Reforms
b. Mandatory Tendering
c. Mandatory Tender Evaluation System
d. Mandatory Construction Supervision
7. It provides a graphical representation of the individual measured values in a data set according to
the frequency of occurrence:
a. Check-sheet
b. Histogram
c. Checklists
d. Pareto Analysis
8. __________ sets out the vision for a future European Construction sectors as a key element in
achieving the Lisbon objectives:
a. Smart Construction
b. Building the future
c. Strategies for innovation
d. Strategic alliances
9. ECCREDI stands for _______________________________.
10. LEED stands for __________________________________.
Part Two:
1. What is ‘Mobile Document Management System’?
2. Briefly explain the Lean Production.
3. Define Green Building.
4. What is slowing down Penetration of Green Construction?
END OF SECTION A
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Section B: Caselets (40 Marks)
•This section consists of Caselets.
•Answer all the questions.
•Each case let carries 20 marks.
•Detailed information should form the part of your answer (Word limit 150 to 200 words).
Caselet 1
The president rise in commodity prices across the board, s posing major threat to those working on
construction projects, in general and real estate projects, in particular. The prices of raw material are it
cement, steel, aluminum, plastics, etc., are seeing an upward rally. This can hamper the growth of the
sector adversely in case the demand for these projects, worth crores of rupees, falls. The impact of this
fall would be severe on country’s infrastructure development as well as the growth of the manufacturing
sector. This lurking risk is not restricted only to domestic sector but is gaining global attention. Globally
too project managers are concerned as commodity prices shoot through the roof. In addition to the
problem of cost overrun, KPMG’s Global Construction Survey conducted in the year 2007 unraveled
three major aspects of the construction sector; Current business trends, management of building process
and the future. The findings revealed that the shortage of qualified contractors to bid for and execute
major projects, the rising cost of construction and the shortage of internal resources available to manage
and deliver projects are the biggest challenges to new construction projects in the future. These need to be
addressed as demand for construction services shall increase over the next five years.
Considering India’s embarkment towards major construction projects related to highways, ports, airways,
several lessons are required to be learned from international experiences and also from its own past
experiences. According to Business Line, as of the end-March 2007, the National Highways Authority of
India (NHAI) had about 46 constructions works-amounting to a total length of 1,844 km- which were
plagued by time and cost overruns. Of these, three projects, which were cancelled due to non-performance
of contractors, were not rewarded while others faced significant time overruns. Some common problems
identified were delay on account of land acquisition, utilities clearance, bad quality Detailed Project
Report (DPR), leading to massive change in scope of work after the project was awarded and nonperforming
contractors. To overcome these problems attempts have been made by HHAI such as, the new
model concession agreement includes clauses to ensure that 60% land acquisition and utilities clearance
are done by NHAI and passed on to the rod developer before the financial closure of the project.
Additionally, the clauses also have provision of blacklisting consulting firms as well as imposing penalty
on DPR consultants to ensure better performance. The intervention by IT sector can also help the
construction sector in reducing the performance. The intervention by IT sector can also help the
construction sector in reducing the man-managed deficiencies that contribute to cost and time overruns, if
not eliminating it in entirely.
Questions:
1. The cost-effective construction technologies would emerge as the most acceptable case of
sustainable technologies in India. Comment
2. Explain what lessons are required to be learned from International experiences and its own past
experiences in Construction Project.
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Caselet 2
The Euro Tunnel formerly known as Channel Tunnel project was conceived for over two centuries.
However, it was in April 2, 1985, a formal invitation to complete the fixed link of it was floated by the
British and the French. Thereafter, in January, 1986, the train/shuttle tunnel developed by the consortium
channel Tunnel Group Limited-France-Manche S.A. (CTGFM) was ultimately given the contract. In the
development of it, design engineering was the prime challenge. The challenge was overcome through
construction of three concrete lined parallel tunnels of approximately 50 kilometers long running mostly
undersea (about 38 Km) from the English and French ends. Of these, the two outside tunnels which are
used as rail tunnels had a diameter (internal) of 7.6 meters for train movement. These rail tunnels were
dug at an average distance of 30 meters. The other one, the central tunnel has an internal diameter of 4.8
meters for catering to servicing activities. For effectuating it, the service tunnel is linked with the rail
tunnels through cross-passages along the entire stretch, at equal intervals of 375 meters. Besides, the rail
tunnels were also connected with ducts of piston relief at intervals of 250 meters for maintenance of air
pressure, which got affected by movement of high-speed trains, in the two tunnels. Also, two huge
undersea crossover caverns were constructed for the trains to crossover from one track to other. In order
to keep the tunnels dry, five pumping stations and sumps were built. So as to reduce the heat caused by
friction caused by the fast-moving trains, a cooling system was installed in which chilled water was
pumped by cooling pipes. After determination of the optimum tunnel route, Tunnel Boring Machines
(TBMs) that are able to operate in a sealed mode under water pressure were used. Lining of the tunnels
were done with pre-cast concrete segmented rings and ductile iron as per soil conditions so as to ensure a
120 year life. The concrete used in the tunnel construction are of high strength and density so as to give
optimum corrosion protection to the steel reinforcement. Besides, secondary protection against corrosion
was ensured through surface coating.
Questions:
1. Explain the construction of the Euro Tunnel.
2. State the benefits of the construction of the Euro Tunnel.
END OF SECTION B
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Section C: Applied Theory (30 Marks)
•This section consists of Applied Theory Questions.
•Answer all the questions.
•Each question carries 10 marks.
•Detailed information should from the part of your answer (Word limit 200 to 250 words).
1. Explain the Government Role in BOT Projects. Give the Recommendations for Encouraging the
Private Sector Involvements in BOT Projects.
2. Explain the Role of Construction Industry in Climate Change.
3. What are the areas of design that are to be and shall be addressed in order to achieve sustainable
built environment?
END OF SECTION C
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