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Assam Public Service Commission (APSC)
Jawaharnagar, Khanapara, Guwahati – 781022
SYLLABUS – Assistant Architect
Screening Test (OMR based – MCQ)
Post: Assistant Architect
Department: Public Works (Building & NH) Department, Assam
Advt. No.: 02/2025 dated 18.01.2025
Full Marks: 100
Time: 2 Hours
PAPER-I: General Studies (HSLC Standard)
| SL. No. | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | Current Events of National & International Importance |
| 2 | History of India & History of Assam |
| 3 | World Geography including India & Assam |
| 4 | Indian Economy & Indian National Movement |
| 5 | Mental Ability |
| 6 | Role & Impact of Science & Technology in India |
| 7 | Indian Polity & Political System of India |
| 8 | Indian Culture |
PAPER-II: Architecture (Bachelor Degree Standard)
| SL. No. | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | Theories of Architecture / Design Principles – Definition of architecture, architectural design, integration of aesthetics and function, aesthetic components (proportion, scale, balance, rhythm, symmetry, hierarchy, pattern, axis), functional aspects (site, structure, circulation, skin), effect of color on interiors, exteriors, and city level, elements of architecture and relationships |
| 2 | History of Architecture – Factors influencing architecture, architectural character of Egypt, West Asia, Greece, Rome, Italy, France, England (3rd Century B.C. to 18th Century A.D.), modern architecture, outstanding examples, evolution of Hindu Temple architecture (Dravidian, Pallava, Chola, Pandya, Indo-Aryan), Islamic architecture (Humayun, Akbar, Jahangir, Shahjahan), Indo-Saracenic architecture, contributions of Edwin Lutyens, Le Corbusier, Louis Kahn, B.V. Doshi, Charles Correa, Kanvinde, Nari Gandhi |
| 3 | Materials and Construction Techniques – Concrete (types, properties, advantages, disadvantages), ferrous metals (cast iron, wrought iron, steel, stainless steel), thermal insulation (glass, cork, fibers, plastics), timber (types, quality, defects, seasoning, preservation) |
| 4 | Building Systems and Services – Sanitary & sewerage systems, stormwater drainage, water distribution systems, types of pumps, elevators (types & safety), conveyors, electrical services (wiring, earthing, distribution boards), refrigeration & air conditioning, fire safety (detection, alarm, firefighting, risers, sprinklers) |
| 5 | Traditional & Cultural Studies – Traditional site planning, vernacular architecture (aesthetic, anthropological, geographical, historical, spatial, folkloristic), colonial influences, conservation, preservation, urban design & renewal, land use, urbanization impact, sustainable cities, heritage tourism |
| 6 | Environmental Studies – Land resources (soil, water, vegetation), landscape & ecology, ecological balance, landscape conservation, reclamation of derelict land |
| 7 | Urban and Rural Housing – Site analysis, energy resources, passive solar design, waste management (solid & liquid), rainwater harvesting, urban housing (typologies, integration of services, sustainable practices, prefabrication), rural housing (materials: mud, bamboo, casuarina, coconut, palm, hay, stone masonry) |
| 8 | Current Trends & Issues – Zonal regulations, planned unit development, SEZ, development control rules, National Building Code (fire safety, ventilation, lifts, escalators), environmental laws, green building concepts, digital drafting (2D & 3D), GIS in urban planning, IT in environmental protection, impact of GATT/WTO, intellectual property rights, Right to Information, barrier-free design |
Issued By:
Principal Controller of Examinations
Assam Public Service Commission
Jawaharnagar, Khanapara, Guwahati – 781022
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