Civil technology Memo 1 (English)

Exemplars 2014 โ€” Grade 12 / Matric โ€” Civil technology

Memo 2014 Grade 12 English
โ†“ Download PDF Facebook X ๐Ÿ“„ 447.8 KB View Exam Paper
Preparing document

๐Ÿ“‹ Document Analysis

๐ŸŽฏ 200 marks โ“ 2 questions ๐Ÿ“„ 15 pages ๐Ÿ“ 61 items found โˆ‘ 1 math symbols ๐Ÿ“š 2 topics
See full analysis

Questions โ€” A Preview of What to Expect in the Document

61
This section provides a quick preview of questions from the document. It may not display every question or the complete wording of each one. For the full content, including diagrams, tables and other information, view the original PDF above.
1.1.1Direction of escape route Emergency escape Face protection Fire and open flames prohibited lighting
1.1.2orkshop hotels hospital rinding , working with a jackhammers Spraying toxic chemicals Protection against flying debris
1.2.1Segregation is the separation of aggregates such as stone, sand and cement due to transporting of fresh concrete on rough roads. Or any other acceptable answer (1\
1.2.2A slump is t distance between the top of the concrete and the underside of the straight edge which rest across the top of the mould after a slump test is conducted Or any other acceptable answer (1\
1.2.3Compaction is the process of r emov ing trapped air in concrete to make the concrete more dense and strong. Or any other acceptable answer (1\
1.3Bags of cement should be stored in a dr y place ust be stored on wooden beams It must be c overed with plastic sheets or steel plates ust
Q1โ€” Section header โ€”
1.7Bricks Tiles Concrete Any TWO of the above or other acceptable answer (2\ 150 mm to 170 mm (1\
1.9Frame head Rebate/Horn Window stile /Casement stile Glazing bar Bottom rail of casement (5\ [30]30
Q2โ€” Section header โ€”
2.1.1Preformed /precast concrete pile Cable Sledge hammer /drop ham (1\
2.1.2Unstable soft soil or loose soil Non adhesive soil Where there is ground movement Soil that is constantly wet Any TWO of the above or other acceptable answer
2.2CRITERIA STRIP FOUNDATION PILE FOUNDATION Advantage Cheap/quicker/no special machines required Solution for foundations on unstable soil/less chance of
2.3.2Setting out the template to make the truss./Testing members for squareness. Or any other acceptable answer Heavy nailwork/extract of nails/Hammering in of nails. Or any other acceptable answer (1\ (1\
2.4Round bar mild steel rod Ribbed bar/ high tensile steel (1\
2.5rough arch is built using standard, common bricks where wedge shape mortar joints form the shape of the arch . These types of arches will be
2.6.6.1 Apply gypsum plaster to joints first. Apply self adhesive gauze to cover equal area on either side
2.6.2Dry wall construction is quicker to build It is cheaper to build. It is lighter than brick or block walls Any TWO of the above or other acceptable answer (2\
2.7Humidity negatively influences the safety of the entire structure. The health of occupants can be negatively affected. The furniture can be affected. Paintwork can be affected. Any
2.8The right concrete mix ratio not used. The right curing process not followed. If the main bars and stirrups is not the right diameter. The stirrups /binders not used correctly. Insufficient reinforcement
2.9.1Steel mat Reinforcing mesh /Reinforcing bars einforcement in ribs Hollow core concrete blocks Pre
2.9.2To make sure that the rib and block s are level. To p revent the rib from bend g along
2.9.3Rib and block construction (1\
2.9.4Units are cast in exact shapes and exposed to thorough curing and testing Inflatable foam rubber, plastic centred rib moulds are used during shaping process. This reduces cost and weight. Lightweight components require less support during
3.1ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES a\ Can be used for cold and hot water. a\ Heavy. b\ Durable
3.2.1Manhole at a junction (1\
3.2.2From B and C to wards (1\
3.2.3It is open so that a rod can be used to enter the sewer line in order to get rid of blockages. NOTE: It can also be closed if a junction access is used. (1\
3.2Where branch pipes connect to main sewer pipe. (1\
3.225 met (1\
3.2Rodding eye (1\
3.3(1\
3.3(1\
3.3(1\ QUESTION CIVIL SERVICES DB
3.4[30] 110 mm PVC FALL 1 : 40 MUNICIPAL CONNECTION Line type Connection angle Pipe material/gradient Rodding eye30
Q4โ€” Section header โ€”
4.1.1
4.1.2
4.1.3
4.1.4
4.1.5Total number of bricks including 5% for wastage 1 386 1 386 bricks + 5% of 1 386 = 69,3 or 70 bricks 1 386 + 70 = 1 456 bricks (3\
4.2.1Capillary joint solder is used to keep the pipes from moving apart Compression joint ferrule will keep
4.2.2Monkey wrench Adjustable spanner (Shifting\ open end spanner correct size (2\
4.3Hammer fix nylon anchor. Universal plug. Wall plug. (2\
4.4The cube must first be cleaned. Apply a layer of mould oil on the inside of the cube. The concrete should be placed in the form in layers of 50 mm. Each layer must be tamp 45 times with a tamping rod to get rid of
4.5slump test is carried out to determine the consistency and workability of the different batches of fresh ly mixed concrete for one single placing determine
4.6Used as beams in the building industry. Carports, steel roof trusses. Manufacturing of steel roof trusses, columns, pillars and bridges. (3\
4.7You can galvani e it. It could be plated with zinc, chrome or brass can be painted. (Any one of the above\ (1\ [30] 1030
5.1ANSWER SHEET
5.1
5.2.1(2\ (4\ 4 kN 5 kN 5 kN 10 000 7 kN 12
5.2MEMBER NATURE MAGNITUDE FORCE Strut 4 kN --------- --------- Strut
5.3SFa (0 met es from A\ = left reaction force = 20 N SFb (2 met
5.4(4\ [30] 2 m 2 m 2 m 2 m 20 N 20 N/m30
Q6โ€” Section header โ€”
6.1.1External walls Internal walls
6.1.2Windows Doors
6.1.3Built in cupboard Water closet Shower Washbasin Sink
6.1.4Hipped roof
6.1.5Dimension
6.1.6Title Scale Accuracy Neatness TOTAL BEDROOM FLOOR PLAN SCALE 1

Mathematical Content

1
trig

Topics Identified

2
MaterialsConstruction

Mark Allocation

Total200 marks
Sections30 + 40 + 30 + 30 + 30 + 40 = 200 marks

Paper information

SubjectCivil technology
Year2014
SessionExemplars
TypeMemo
PaperPaper 1
LanguageEnglish
Pages15
Downloads4

Examination context

Decade2010s
Years ago12y
Seasonโ€”
Start dayโ€”
Exam periodโ€”
Days since examโ€”

About Civil technology examination preparation

This Grade 12 examination resource can be used as part of a structured revision programme. Past papers are most useful when learners attempt questions independently, work within a realistic time limit, and review their answers afterwards.

How to use this resource for revision

A past examination paper is most useful when it is treated as an active revision exercise. Try the questions yourself before checking the corresponding memorandum. Where you make an error, identify the reason โ€” was it a knowledge gap, a calculation mistake, an interpretation issue, or an examination technique problem?

For stronger examination practice, complete the paper without unnecessary interruptions and keep track of the questions that take the most time. Afterwards, review the memorandum and separate knowledge gaps from mistakes caused by interpretation, calculation, structure, or examination technique.

understanding question requirements
applying subject knowledge
working under time constraints
checking answers
identifying revision priorities

A practical revision approach

Start by completing the resource without looking at the memorandum. Review incorrect and incomplete answers afterwards and make a short revision list based on the areas that caused difficulty.

Grade 12 subject hubs

Each matric subject has its own dedicated hub on Freemode with every past paper and marking memorandum we have archived for that subject.

Corresponding examination paper

Examination paper available

Open the corresponding examination paper to practise the questions before reviewing the marking memorandum on this page. Attempt every question under timed conditions for the most realistic preparation.

Civil technology Paper 1 (english) โ†’

File details

File size447.8 KB
Pages15
Archived on8 September 2026
File age46d
ContributorFreeMode
Fingerprint3AACA0C92F4D

Questions and learner discussion

Log in to ask a question or leave a review.

No questions or discussions have been posted yet.