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CTTAM Technical Examination - Civil Engineering Technology C.E.T Sample Questions:
1. A geotechnical report indicates the presence of a peat layer in several boreholes. The peat layer ranges in thickness from 450 mm to 1200 mm and is found at a depth of 1.5 m below the existing grade. How should this be addressed in the project specifications that are being prepared?
A) Advise the bidders that the peat layer is present
B) Determine the bearing strength of the peat material and include this information in the specifications
C) Include a clause stating that the peat should be removed from the area
D) Propose a method of stabilizing the peat layer in the specifications
2. What substance is used to calibrate a concrete air pressure meter?
A) Concrete
B) Oil
C) Water
D) Air
3. EXCERPT FROM MUNICIPAL BYLAW 1234 - ZONING
Section 3: Single family zone
3.1 All dwellings shall house one family.
3.2 All dwellings shall have a minimum main floor area of 120 m².
3.3 All dwellings shall be constructed a minimum of 10.0 m from the front property line, 15.0 m from the rear property line, and 1.5 m from the side property lines.
3.4 An application that does not fulfill the above requirements shall be referred to Council.
A) Reject the application because one of the side yard dimensions and the main floor area are not sufficient.
B) Reject the application because the rear yard setback is too large.
C) Approve the application because it meets all requirements.
D) Refer the application to Council because it does not meet the requirements.
4. A civil engineering technologist has been tasked with collecting topographical data on a work site. After arriving at the site, and before conducting any field work, what must the technologist do?
A) Complete a hazard assessment.
B) Search for applicable survey plans.
C) Complete a walk-around inspection of the vehicle.
D) Set up the base unit.
5. What subsurface sampling would be most likely conducted during a preliminary site investigation for a proposed building?
A) Atterberg limits and detailed grading plans
B) Marshall tests and proposed driveway locations
C) Proctor densities and final building elevations
D) Soil samples and borehole logs
Solutions:
| Question # 1 Answer: C | Question # 2 Answer: C | Question # 3 Answer: D | Question # 4 Answer: A | Question # 5 Answer: D |
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