PROJECT TITLE

"Draft detailed specification for different items of work "

MICRO PROJECT
A MICRO PROJECT SUBMITTED
IN
THE PARTIAL FULFILLMENT
OF
THE COURSE
OF
Contract and Account(22601)
UNDER THE PROGRAMME
OF
DIPLOMA IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
TO

MAHARASHTRA STATE BOARD OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION, MUMBAI

AT

SHIVAJI POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE, SANGOLA

BY

STUDENT NAME
MAHESH ANIL CHAVAN
UNDER THE GUIDENCE
OF

Mr.P.A.Ligade

SEMESTER IV

ACADEMIC YEAR 2024-25

 SHIVAJI POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE, SANGOLA

INSTITUTE VISION AND MISSION

 VISION

To impart quality technical education based on values to the students of draught prone regions
to create technocrats and entrepreneurs to meet needs of industry and society at large.

 MISSION

Our mission is to create an environment in which students will be able to realize technical
and entrepreneurship potential through students and industry centric pedagogy.
 SHIVAJI POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE SANGOLA
CIVIL DEPARTMENT

 VISION

Our vision is to create technocrats & entrepreneurs from rural area in the field of civil
engineering to provide quality infrastructure development based on ethics & values.

 MISSION
M1: To impart quality education through demanding academic programme.
M2: To enhance career opportunities for students through exposure to industry.
M3: To promote excellence by encouraging creativity, critical thinking & Discipline based
on ethical practices.
 SHIVAJI POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE, SANGOLA CIVIL DEPARTMENT
Program Outcomes (POs)

PO1 – Apply basic knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering to solve civil engineering
problems.

PO2 -Identify and analyse well-defined engineering problems using codified standard methods.

PO3- Design solutions for well-defined civil engineering technical problems and to assist with processes
of implementing solutions.

PO4- Apply modern civil engineering tools and appropriate techniques to conduct standard tests and
measurements.

PO5- Apply appropriate civil engineering technology in context of society, sustainability, environment
and ethical practices.

PO6 -Use engineering management principles individually, as a team member or a leader to manage
projects and effectively communicate about well-defined civil engineering activities

PO7- Recognize value of independent lifelong learning in order to adapt to ever changing technology.

Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

PSO1- The aim of program is to demonstrate & apply laws , principles to plan , draw , design , estimate ,
test , & constructs civil engineering model & components

PSO2- Pursue lifelong learning and professional development based on on value education & ethics of
civul engineering to become technocrat & entreprenreneurs.

Program Education Objectives (PEOs)

PEO-1: To provide the students with fundamental knowledge of the basic science, mathematics &
engineering concepts required for civil engineering.

PEO-2:To understand & apply fundamental principles & concepts of civil engineering.

PEO-3:To enable students to understand, design, construct & analyze various infrastructural models.

PEO-4: To inculcate sensitivity towards society & respect for the environment.

PEO-5: To create competent engineers who will be instrumental in individually and as a team member
sustainable development by performing and communicating effectively in interdisciplinary area.
Program Name and Code: Civil engineering Academic Year : 2024-2025

Course Name and Code: CAA(22601) Semester : 6th

A STYDY ON

"Draft detailed specification for different items of work "

MICRO PROJECT REPORT

Submitted in 2024-25 by the group of 3 students
Sr. Roll No Enrollment No Seat No
Full name of Student
No
1 02 Mahesh Anil Chavan 2212080004
2 03 Sahil Amit Dhatinge 2212080003
3 15 Ghansham Shrimant Vagare 23212650005

Under the Guidance of

Mr.P.A.Ligade
Three Years Diploma Program in Engineering & Technology of Maharashtra State Board of
Technical Education, Mumbai (Autonomous)
ISO 9001:2008 (ISO/IEC-27001:2013)
at
1208 – Ramakrishna Technical Education Society’s
Shivaji Polytechnic College, Sangola
 MAHARASHTRA STATE BOARD OF TECHNICAL
EDUCATION, MUMBAI

Certificate
This is to certify that Mr.Mahesh Anil Chavan. Roll No.02 of 6th semester of Diploma in Civil Engineering

of Institute, SHIVAJI POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE, SANGOLA. (Code: 1208) has completed a Micro

Project satisfactorily in Subject CAA(22601) for the academic year 2024-2025 as prescribed in the

curriculum.

Place: Sangola Enrollment No: 2212080004

Date: / / 2025 Exam. Seat No:

Project Guide Head of the Department Principal

Seal of
Institute
 Index

Sr. No Title Page No

1 Abstract and Introduction

2 Main Body / Content

3 Conclusion / Learning Outcomes

4 Literature Review and References

5 Weekly Work / Progress Report

6 Evaluation Sheet

Abstract
This draft document presents detailed specifications for various items of work commonly involved in
construction projects, aiming to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with standard engineering
practices. It outlines technical requirements related to materials, workmanship, methods of execution, and
quality control for each activity. Key components include site preparation, earthwork, concrete works,
masonry, plastering, flooring, painting, waterproofing, and finishing. Each item is described in terms of
material composition, proportions, tools and equipment to be used, method of application or installation, and
standard testing procedures to verify quality.

For example, concrete work includes specifications for mixing ratios, curing time, and strength testing, while
masonry details cover types of bonds, mortar mix, and alignment standards. Flooring and finishing works are
detailed with regard to surface preparation, leveling, and aesthetics. The document also addresses safety and
environmental considerations in execution. These specifications serve as a vital reference for engineers,
contractors, supervisors, and clients throughout the project lifecycle—from planning to completion. By
providing a standardized approach, this draft helps reduce ambiguities, prevent construction errors, and ensure
the durability and functionality of built structures. It is intended to be used alongside design drawings,
schedules, and cost estimates for effective project delivery.

Introduction:-
SPECIFICATIONS

Specification is an important document attached with a tender form/contract agreement which in most cases controls
the quality of materials and works. Sometimes, specifications may be used to describe matters which could not be
explained clearly by drawings/sketches. This chapter explains the different types of specifications and their

Definition
execution. 4. In case of disputes between the owner and contractor with respect to the method of construction,
quality and quantity of materials used, equipments and machineries used etc, the specifications play the major
role in solving the disputes and arriving at a settlement. Importance of Specifications Drawings and
Specifications form two important contract documents. Information such as dimensions, type of construction,
etc. Which can be easily expressed graphically is For each proposed work, numbers of drawings are prepared
to explain the details of foundations, basement, superstructure, roof and floors joinery etc., whatever attempt
is made to furnish complete working drawings, it becomes necessary to describe the drawing in detail. This
description in works without sketches and sometimes with line sketches giving details of standard materials,
method of construction and the requirements of workmanship of construction etc., is called specification

Types of Specifications

The specifications are broadly divided into three categories as

1. General or brief specifications,
2. Detailed Specifications.

. Detailed Specifications The detailed specifications form a part of the contract document. The detailed specification of
an item of work specifies the qualities and quanitites of materials, the proportion of mortar, whorkmanship, the method
of preparation and execution and the method of measurement. The detailed specifications of different items of work are
prepared separately which describe what the work should be and how they should be executed and constructed. Detailed
specifications are written to express the requirements clearly in concise form avoiding repetition and ambiguity. The
detailed specifications are arranged as for as possible in the same sequence or order as the work is carried out

The following provisions are made in the detailed specifications.

a. General provisions
b. Technical provisions.
a. General provisions

These are also known as conditions of contract and they apply to the work as a whole. In this document, the
conditions governing the contract are written. The following groups of conditions of contract are generally
accommodated under the general provisions.

1. Specification for lime mortar concrete, surkimortar concrete and cement mortar
 concrete
Specifications for lime, cement, fine aggregate and coarse aggregate – quality and quantity of water –
specification for lime mortar and surkimortar – volume batching or weigh batching and proportion of
ingredients – method of mixing – hand mix ding or machine mixing – platform for mixing – transporting
concrete – placing – ramming and compaction – curing – method of measurement and payment.

2. Specification for Cement Concrete for R.C.C. Work

Specifications for cement, fine aggregate and coarse aggregate – proportion of ingredients – quality of water –
consistency – volume batching or weigh batching – mixing– haind mixing or machine mixing – mixing time –
transporting and placing of concrete – thickness of each layer – compaction – use of vibrator – construction
joints – specification of reinforcement – fabrication of reinforcement – centering and form work – curing
bricks in water – setting of bricks in mortar – thickness of joints – bond – raking joints for plaster – uniform
raising – maximum height for a day’s work – scaffolding – throating corbelling and cornices – rounding off
corners – plinth offsets – brick on edge coping – curing unit of measurement and payment.

3.Specification for Stone masonry in lime mortar, surki mortar or cement mortar
Requirements of building stone – size and dressing of stones – hammer dressing chisel dressing – bond stones –
methods of laying stones – wetting of stones before placing – specification of mortar – thickness of mortar bed and
thickness of joints of filling the voids – uniform raising – scaffolding – curing – methods of measurements
and payment.

4. Specification for Plastering stone masonry or brick masonry with lime mortar,
surki mortar or cement mortar

Preparation of surcase – cleaning the surface – wetting and washing the surface – specification of mortar –
mix ratio – thickness of plaster – number of coats – application of mortar on the surface – finishing – curing
measurement and payment.

5.Specification for pointing stone masonry, brick masonry with lime mortar,
surkimortar, cement mortar

Raking out of joint – brushing and cleaning – washing with water – specification for mortar – application of
mortar in the joints – finishing thickness of joints – curing measurements and payment.

Examples of Detailed Specifications of Materials

1.Detailed Specification for sand for mortar
The Sand used for mortar shall be clean, sharp, heavy and gritty. It should be free from clay, salt, mica and
organic impurities. It shall not contain harmful chemicals in any form. Medium and fine sand are to be used in
mortars. Coarse sand shall be sifted through 600 micron sieve and used in mortars for plastering works

Detailed Specification for first class bricks:

The earth used for molding the bricks shall be free from organic matters salts and chemicals. The size, weight
and colour of the burnt bricks should be uniform. The adjacent faces of the bricks are to be right angles to
each other. The bricks shall be free from cracks, flaws and lumps. They should not break where dropped,
from 1 metre height, on the ground. They should not absorb water by more 15 % of their self weight when
immersed in water for one hour. The average compressive strength of the bricks shall be not less than
7.5 N/mm2. The dry weight of one brick shall not be less than 3 kg.

3. Detailed Specification for cement:

Ordinary Portland cement or rapid hardening Portland cement confirming to IS: 269 – 1989 and
IS:8041 – 1990 shall be used. The fineness of the cement shall not be less than 30 minutes and the final
setting time shall not be greater than 10 hours. The average compressive strength, after 7 days curing, of 1:3
cement mortar cubes shall be not less than 33 N/mm2 (33 grade).

4. Detailed Specification for wood for doors and windows:

The wood shall be teak, well seasoned and dry. It should be free from cracks, knots, defects and disease. It
should be sawn in the direction of grains so that the edges are perfectly straight and square. The dimensions of
the frames/scantlings/planks shall be as prescribed in the drawings. Patching or plugging of any kind is not
permitted.

5.Detailed Specification for water for concrete:

Water used for mixing and curing concrete shall be clean and free from injurious amounts of oils, acids,
alkalis, salts, sugar, organic materials or other substances that may be deleterious to concrete or steel. Potable
water may be used for mixing concrete. The suspended organic solid matter in the water shall not exceed 200
mg/l and inorganic solid matter shall not exceed 3000 kg/l, the pH value of water shall be not less than sued
for curing should not produce any objectionable stain or unsightly deposit on the concrete surface. The
presence of tannic acid or iron compounds in the water is objectionable

6.Detailed Specification for coarse aggregate:

The aggregate to be used in reinforced cement concrete shall be of blue granite stone, machine crushed and
well graded with a nominal size of 20 mm. It shall be hard, dense, durable strong and free from flakes. The
aggregate
shall not contain harmful materials such as coal, mica clay, shells, organic impurities etc
The compressive strength, crushing value etc of the aggregate shall be in accordance with the requirements of
IS:383 – 1970.

7. Detailed Specification for reinforcement:

The reinforcement shall be of high strength deformed steel bars confirming to IS:1786 – 1985. It should be
bendable, weldable and have the modulus of elasticity not less than 200 kN/mm2. The yield strength of the
steel used shall not be less than 415 N/mm2. All reinforcement bars shall be free from loose mill scales, loose
rust and coats of paints, oil, mud or other coatings which may destroy or reduce bond.

Examples of Detailed Specifications of Works

1. Detailed Specification for earth work excavation for foundation

Leveling the surface

The whole area of construction is to be cleared of tees, grass, roots of trees etc., complete and
leveled horizontally to enable easy marking of centre line of the building.

Dimensions

The excavation shall be done in accordance with dimensions of trenches shown in the
working drawings.

Shoring

The sides of the trenches should be vertical and the bottom of the trenches should be flat. In
the case of loose soils the sides of the trenches should be shored with steel sheets.

Fencing
Suitable temporary fencing is to be provided around the site of excavation to avoid any accidental fall
into the trenches.
Dumping the soil

The excavated soil is to be dumped and heaped at a minimum distance of 1.5 metre away from the
trenches so that it does not slide again into the trenches.

Treatment of the bottom

The bottom of the trench shall be watered and compacted by ramming before the foundation concrete is
laid. Excessive excavations should not be adjusted by filling with loose excavated soils. Sand or plain
concrete may be used for the adjustment of levels, that too with proper compaction.

2.Detailed Specification for lime concrete in foundation

Lime

The lime used for the concrete shall be freshly burnt and slaked. It should be free from clayey particles and
ashes. Unslaked stone particles should be removed by shifting.

Broken Bricks

The overburnt bricks and the pieces of well burnt bricks are to be broken to sizes ranging from 20 mm to 40
mm and stacked for easy measurement. The brick bats shall be free from dirt, dust, rubbish, leaf etc.

Fine aggregate

Surki made from well burnt brick bats is to be used as fine aggregate. It should pass through
I.S. sieve no.48 and free from dust and dirt.

Proportioning

Lime, surki and broken bricks are to be mixed in the proportion of 1:2:5 by volume.The materials are to be
measured loose without shaking or ramming.

Mixing

The mixing shall be done only by mechanical mixer. The broken bats are to be soaked in clean water for
atleast 2 hours before mixing. The materials are first mixed to get uniform distribution and then water is
gradually added. The mixing process is to be continued till all the brick bats are coated with mortar uniformly
and a workable concrete is obtained.

Laying compacting
The concrete shall be laid to the required thickness, not more than 200 mm and a time, and compacted by ramming with
rammers weighing 4.5 to 55 kg.

Curing
The lime concrete, so laid, is to be kept wet for atleast 7 days.
4.Detailed specification of random rubble masonry in foundation and basement

Bricks shall be table molded, well burnt in approved kiln, copper coloured, free from cracks and with sharp
and square edges. Bricks shall be uniform in shape and shall be of standard size and shall give clear ringing sound
when struck with each other.
Bricks shall be well soaked in water for atleast 12 hours before their use, preferably in a tank provided at site
of work.
The proportion of mortar shall be one part of cement to five parts of sand by volume and shall be prepared as
per standard specification for cement mortar. The cement and sand shall confirm to the standard specification.
Broken bricks shall not be used except as closers. All corners shall be truly to plumb.Mortar joints shall break
for bonding and shall not exceed 10m in thickness. Only skilled masons shall be employed on the work and
the work shall be kept well watered for atleast 15 days. All brickwork shall be carried out in such a way that
no portion is raised unduly above another.
The length and height shall be measured as on site. The thickness of walls shall be paid for as one brick, one
and a half bricks, two bricks and so on. The rate for brickwork includes necessary scaffolding also.

5. Detailed specification of mosaic flooring

Base Course

The basic course shall be of 25 mm thick cement concrete of a 1:2:4 mix using 12 mm size granite
stone chips as coarse aggregate and sand as fine aggregate. The top of flooring concrete or R.C.C. slab
shall be cleaned well and applied with cement slurry of 2 kg/m2 before placing the chips concrete. The
base course is to be compacted, leveled and smoothed by wooden floats.

Mosaic Tiles
Precast tiles of 200 mm x 200 mm x 20 mm size are to be used. They shall be manufactured under hydraulic pressure of
not less than 14 N/mm2 and given the first grinding with machine before laying. The proportion of cement to sand in
the backing of the tiles shall not be leaner than 1:3 by weight. Similarly the proportion of cement to marble power to
marble chips in the wearing layer of the tiles shall be not leaner than 3:1:7. The marble chips shall be hard, dense sound
and homogeneous in texture.

Laying of Tiles

The bedding for the tiles shall be with cement mortar 1:3. The average thickness of the bedding mortar shall
be 20 mm and the thickness at any place shall be not less than 10mm. Cement bedding shall be spread,
tamped and corrected to proper levels and allowed to harden before the tiles are set. Neat cement slurry of
honey like consistency shall be spread over the bedding at the rate of 4.4 kg/m2. Tiles shall be washed clean
and shall be fixed in this grout one after another, each tile being gently tapped with a wooden mallet till is
properly bedded and in level with the adjoining tiles. The joints shall be kept as thin as possible not exceeding
1.5 mm and in straight lines.

Curing, Polishing and Finishing

The day after the tiles are laid, all joints shall be cleared of the grey cement grout with a wire brush to a depth
of 5 mm and all dust and loose mortar removed and cleaned. Joints shall then be grounded with whit e cement
mixed with pigment to match the shade of tiles. The same cement slurry shall be applied to the entire surface
of the tiles in a thin coat. The floor shall then be kept wet for a minimum period of 7 days. The surface shall
there after be grounded evenly with the polishing machine fitted with coarse grade grit blocks, adding
required water during the process. After grinding, the surface shall be washed clean and covered with thin
coat of cement slurry with pigment. The surface shall be again cured and polished with machine fitted with
medium grade grit blocks. Similarly a third grinding shall be done by fine grade grit blocks. After the final
polish, the surface shall be cleaned using diluted oxalic acid and wiped with a soft cloth.

5. Detailed specification for plastering with cement mortar

Materials

Portland cement of initial setting time not less than 30 minutes and medium size clean sand free from organic matters
and salts are to be sued for making mortar. The water to be used shall be clean and potable.

Mixing Mortar

The sand and cement shall be first mixed dry in the required proportion thoroughly to get a uniform colour.
The required amount of water shall be added slowly and gradually and the mortar mixed wet to give a
uniform paste.

Application of Mortar

The surface to be plastered shall be cleaned and wetted with water before the mortar is applied. Plastering shall be
started from the top and proceeded towards the bottom. The plastered surface shall be made level and flush with
wooden straight edges and rubbed thoroughly with wooden floats to ensure smooth and even surface

Curing

Plastered surface shall be kept wet by sprinkling water for atleast days.

6.Detailed specification for form work and centering to R.C.C. Roofing

Strutting
Props used for strutting shall be of casuarinas posts of 100 to 130 mm diameter. The props are to be vertical
and rest on firm ground or on wooden sole plates of thickness not less than 40 mm. All props shall be
provided with double wedges to facilitate tightening and loosening of shuttering. The horizontal spacing of
props in both directions shall not exceed 750 mm. When the height of strutting exceeds 3.5 m, suitable
horizontal bracings should be provided. Splicing of props shall be as per the approved drawings. The props
shall be constantly watched, by a carpenter, during the process of concreting and immediate remedial
measures are to be taken in any of them get loosened.

Form Work
The formwork shall be of stiff and strong wood, easily workable with nails and light in weight. The form work
shall be true to shape and size specified in the structural drawings and strong enough to with stand the forces
caused by vibration of concrete and the incidental loads imposed on it during concreting. The unsupported
length of the planks,particularly of the side plates shall not exceed 1.0 m to avoid buckling. The
levels of the form work are to be checked before placing the reinforcement bars in position.

Centering

Well seasoned wooden planks or steel sheets are to be used for the shuttering work. The joints shall be water
tight to avoid leakage of cement slurry during compaction. The surfaces of planks and sheets which would
come into contact with concrete shall be cleaned well and coated with oil of approved quality to the prevent
adhesion of concrete. The complete centering work shall be assembled so that it can be removed, on
completion of the specified period, easily without causing any demand to the concrete surfaces and edges.

7.Detailed specification for cement concrete flooring

Bottom Layer

The base shall be of cement concrete of 1:2:4 mix, 25 mm thick. The coarse aggregate, 12 mm size stone
chipping, shall be hard, durable strong and free from dust and organic matters. The fine aggregate, 5 mm size
river sand, shall be also free fromdirt, clay, mud etc. Fresh Portland cement having initial setting time not less
than 30 minutes and of grade 33 shall be used. Portable water, free from harmful substances shall be used for
mixing and curing. (For method of mixing refer item number 11). The concrete mixed as mentioned above
shall be spread over the well prepared base, to a uniform thickness of 25 mm, compacted and leveled using
wooden floats. The top surface shall be roughened with 2 mm deep lines at 100 mm intervals, with scratching
sticks, to provide bond to the top layer. The bottom layer shall be cured for atleast 3 days before the tope
laying being laid over it.

Top Layer
The top layer is of 1:3 cement mortar, 12 mm thick finished with a floating coat of neat cement. Find sand, sifted
through 5 mm size mesh and free from clay and dust shall be used. To have a red coloured finish, 3 kg of red
oxide of approved quality may be mixed with 50 kg of cement and is used in preparing the mortar. The cement
with red oxide is mixed with sand in the ratio 1:3 by volume in dry state to obtain a uniform colour. Water is
then added slowly, a paste of uniform consistency is prepared and laid over the base layer to a uniform thickness
of 12 mm. It is leveled and smoothened by wooden floats. In the process of finishing cement slurry mixed with
enough red oxide is sprayed on top of cement mortar layer. The surface should be covered with a thin layer of
water constantly from next day for atleast seven days for better curing.

Weekly Work / Progress Report …

 Details of 16 Engagement Hours of the Student
Regarding Completion of the Project
Timing
Week Sign of
Date Duration Work or activity Performed
No. From To the Guide
in hours
Discussion and Finalization of the
1 / /2025 One hour
Project Title
Two Preparation and Submission of
2 / /2025
hours Abstracts
Two
3 / /2025 Literature Review
hours
Two
4 / /2025 Collection of Data
hours
Two
5 / /2025 Collection of Data
hours

6 / /2025 One hour Discussion and Outline of Content

7 / /2025 Two hour Rough Writing of the Projects Contents

Editing and Proof Reading of the

8 / /2025 One hour
Contents

9 / /2025 Two hour Final Completion of the Project

Seminar Presentation, viva-vice,

10 / /2025 One hour
Assessment and Submission of Report
5

Name of Project Guide: Mr.P.A.Ligade

Faculty,
Shivaji Polytechnic College, Sangola
 EVALUATION SHEET FOR THE MICRO PROJECT

Academic Year: 2024-25 Name of the Faculty: - Mr.P.A.Ligade

Course: CAA Course code: 22601 Semester: VI
Title of the Project: "Draft detailed specification for different items of work "
Course Outcomes:
1. Select the topic i.e. To Prepare a report on detailed specification for different item.
2. Analysis and study of our topic in detail.
Comments/suggestions about team work /leadership/inter-personal communication (if any)
________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________

Marks out of 6 Marks out of 4

for performance for performance Total Out
Roll No. Student Name in group activity in oral/ of 10
(D5 Col. 8) presentation
(D5 Col. 9)
02 Mahesh Anil Chavan

(Signature of Faculty)