Overview of Kerala PSC Tradesman (Masonry) Exam – 29/2016

The Tradesman (Masonry) exam is designed to assess a candidate’s technical knowledge of masonry work, construction materials, structural engineering basics, along with general topics like current affairs, reasoning, and numerical ability.

Key Details of the Exam Paper:

• Exam Name: Tradesman – Masonry
• Department: Technical Education
• Paper Code: 29/2016
• Date of Test: 16.02.2016
• Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Total Marks: Usually 100
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Exam Syllabus & Topics Covered in the Question Paper

The Tradesman – Masonry exam consists of technical subject knowledge related to masonry, construction methods, and general knowledge. Below is a detailed breakdown of the subjects covered in the question paper:

1. Masonry & Construction Techniques

✔️ Types of Masonry

• Brick Masonry – English Bond, Flemish Bond
• Stone Masonry – Ashlar Masonry, Rubble Masonry
• Concrete Block Masonry

✔️ Building Materials

• Properties & Uses of Bricks, Stones, Cement, Lime, and Sand
• Types of Cement and Mortar – Uses & Proportions
• Reinforcement Materials – Steel Bars, Fibers

✔️ Construction Techniques & Practices

• Foundation – Types (Shallow & Deep), Soil Considerations
• Wall Construction – Load Bearing & Partition Walls
• Plastering & Finishing Techniques
• Pointing, Waterproofing, and Painting Methods

✔️ Concrete Technology

• Types of Concrete – Plain, Reinforced, Pre-stressed
• Concrete Mixing, Curing, and Testing
• Workability & Strength of Concrete

✔️ Structural Engineering Basics

• Types of Loads on Structures
• Types of Beams, Columns, and Lintels
• Arch Construction & Types

✔️ Estimation & Costing

• Calculation of Brick, Mortar, and Cement Requirements
• Basic Costing & Estimation Techniques in Construction

✔️ Safety in Construction Work

• Occupational Hazards in Masonry
• Safety Equipment & First Aid Procedures

2. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

✔️ Indian & Kerala History – Important historical events, freedom movements
✔️ Geography – Major rivers, mountains, climate conditions
✔️ Indian Polity & Governance – Constitution, government schemes
✔️ Science & Technology – Innovations in construction and architecture
✔️ Current Affairs – National & International events

3. General English & Numerical Ability

✔️ English Language

• Grammar, Synonyms, Antonyms
• Sentence Correction & Comprehension
• Active & Passive Voice, Direct & Indirect Speech

✔️ Mathematics & Logical Reasoning

• Percentage, Profit & Loss, Time & Work
• Number Series, Coding-Decoding
• Logical Puzzles, Blood Relations

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