Most candidates were able to state the functional requirements of a load-bearing wall
correctly. However, few of them produced poor sketches for the concrete staircase.
The expected response to question 1 is as given below:
Five functional requirements of a load-bearing wall.
Strength and stability
Resistance to dampness/moisture/rain water resistance
Thermal insulation
Sound insulation
Fire resistance.
(b)
(c) (i) Size and shape of building
(ii) Appearance/Aesthetic considerations
(iii) Economics/cost considerations
(iv) Weather proofing/climatic condition (environmental factor)
(v) Maintenance consideration/maintainability.
