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This page has every Building Science N2 August paper we have, from 2018 to 2021: 3 question papers and 3 memos in 12 PDFs. Files are in Afrikaans. The newest year is first. Each paper shows the first page of questions, its marks and time, and what the questions cover.

Building Science N2 August papers by year

YearExamsPapersPDFs
2021August14
2019August14
2018August14
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Building Science N2 August 2021 question papers and memos

August 2021

Building Science N2 August 2021 question paper, first page of questions
Building Science N2 August 2021 question paper

100 marks · 3 hours · 4 pages · 6 questions

What is in this paper (6 questions)
  1. Q1 1.1 What is the main purpose of roof covering? (3) 12 marks
  2. Q2 The beam shown in FIGURE 1, DIAGRAM SHEET 1 (attached), is held at equilibrium 13 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 Define the following terms: 20 marks
  4. Q4 4.1 A piece of metal plate of even thickness is shown in FIGURE 3, 23 marks
  5. Q5 5.1 Name TWO types of forces that a frame is subjected to. (2) 18 marks
  6. Q6 6.1 The system of coplanar, concurrent forces shown in FIGURE 4, 14 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer all the questions.
  2. Read all the questions carefully.
  3. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. All sketches and diagrams must be done in pencil.
  5. Assume that 1 kg of mass exerts a force 10 N.
  6. Round off to THREE decimal places.
  7. Write down the formula before you start your calculations.
  8. Write neatly and legibly. (15070012) -3-
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Building Science N2 August 2019 question papers and memos

August 2019

Building Science N2 August 2019 question paper, first page of questions
Building Science N2 August 2019 question paper

100 marks · 3 hours · 6 pages · 6 questions

What is in this paper (6 questions)
  1. Q1 1.1 Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE .Choose the 17 marks
  2. Q2 The beam shown in FIGURE 1 is held in equilibrium by the reactions R and R . 13 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 Explain the difference between tensile forces and compressive forces.  (4) 21 marks
  4. Q4 FIGURE 3 shows a metal plate of even thickness with a circular hole. The compound 18 marks
  5. Q5 5.1 The system of coplan arconcurrent forces shown in FIGURE 4 is held in 16 marks
  6. Q6 6.1 Write down the words of the abbreviation 'shc' in full. (1) 15 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Read ALL the questions carefully.
  3. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. Sketches must be large, neat and fully labelled.
  5. ALL drawings must be done in pencil to the required scale.
  6. Write neatly and legibly. (15070012) -3-

Building Science N2 August 2018 question papers and memos

August 2018

Building Science N2 August 2018 question paper, first page of questions
Building Science N2 August 2018 question paper

100 marks · 3 hours · 4 pages · 6 questions

What is in this paper (6 questions)
  1. Q1 1.1 Describe the purpose of roof covering. (2) 10 marks
  2. Q2 2.1 Define the term law of moment. (3) 17 marks
  3. Q3 FIGURE 2, DIAGRAM SHEET 1 (attached), shows a roof truss in a building. 17 marks
  4. Q4 4.1 The sketch in FIGURE 3, DIAGRAM SHEET 2 (attached), shows a cross 24 marks
  5. Q5 The structure shown in FIGURE 5, DIAGRAM SHEET 3 (attached), is in equilibrium. 15 marks
  6. Q6 6.1 Name THREE essential ingredients for a fire to start and burn. (3) 17 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Read ALL the questions carefully.
  3. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. ALL drawings must be drawn to the required scale.
  5. Use your own discretion where dimensions are not given.
  6. ALL abbreviations and symbols must comply with the latest National Building Regulations and ALL relevant SANS (SABS) codes.
  7. A balanced layout is very important and candidates will be penalised for poor planning.
  8. The sketches and/or diagrams must be neat, reasonably large, in proportion and fully labelled.
  9. ALL labelling must be written in capital letters.
  10. ALL work you do not want to be marked must be clearly crossed out.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. (15070012) -3- T240(E)(J27)T
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Questions about these papers

Which years of Building Science N2 August papers are on this page?

Papers from 2021, 2019, 2018. The newest year is at the top.

How many marks is the Building Science N2 August paper?

The paper is usually out of 100 marks and you get 3 hours to write it.

Are the memos included?

Yes. 3 of the 3 papers on this page have their marking memo next to the question paper.

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