The following shortcomings were observed from some candidates’ responses:

-  Production of poor sketches;
-  Inability to state the functions of some building components;
-  Poor knowledge of factors to be considered when selecting a floor finish.
           
To overcome these weaknesses, candidates should be:

-    given questions involving sketching of building elements;
-    made to understand the functions of some building components;
  -  exposed to the practical aspect of building construction