SYSTRA Interview Questions and Answers

IS codes for rock testing in geotechnical engineering

• IS 10082:1982 - Method for determination of unconfined compressive strength of rock materials

• IS 10083:1982 - Method for determination of point load strength index of rock materials

• IS 10086:1982 - Method for determination of direct shear strength of rock materials

• IS 10087:1982 - Method for determination of tensile strength of natural building stones

• IS 1121:1974 - Method for determination of water absorption and specific grav...read more

Earned value analysis is a project management technique used to measure project performance and progress.

• Compares actual work completed and costs incurred to planned work and costs

• Helps identify project variances and forecast project outcomes

• Uses metrics such as planned value, earned value, and actual cost

• Provides insight into project schedule and budget performance

• Can be used to make data-driven decisions and adjustments to project plans

To maintain progress as per target timeline, it is important to regularly track and monitor the project, adjust resources as needed, communicate effectively with team members, and address any issues promptly.

• Regularly track and monitor project milestones and progress

• Adjust resources and priorities as needed to stay on track

• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure everyone is aware of the timeline and their responsibilities

• Address any issues or roadblocks promptly t...read more

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• IRC codes and SP are commonly used in structural engineering

• IRC codes refer to the Indian Road Congress codes, which provide guidelines for the design and construction of roads and bridges in India

• SP refers to the Standards and Practices, which are specific codes and regulations followed in the field of structural engineering

• Engineers use IRC codes and SP to ensure the safety, stability, and durability of structures

• These codes cover various aspects such as design loads, ma...read more

Types of air conditioning include central air conditioning, window units, split systems, and portable units.

• Central air conditioning: cools the entire house through ducts and vents

• Window units: installed in windows and cool a single room

• Split systems: have components both inside and outside the home

• Portable units: can be moved from room to room and do not require installation

LSM and WSM are two different methods of measuring soil moisture content.

• LSM stands for Laboratory Soil Moisture and WSM stands for Field Water Content.

• LSM measures the moisture content of soil samples in a laboratory setting.

• WSM measures the water content of soil in the field using various methods such as gravimetric, neutron probe, and time domain reflectometry.

• LSM is more accurate but time-consuming, while WSM is less accurate but more convenient.

• Both methods are important...read more

Baseline schedule is the original project schedule that serves as a reference point for measuring progress and performance.

• Baseline schedule is the initial approved project schedule that includes planned start and end dates for each task.

• It is used as a benchmark to compare actual progress and performance against the planned schedule.

• Any changes to the schedule must be documented and justified against the baseline schedule.

• Baseline schedule helps in identifying delays, deviat...read more