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Key Facts: SPM Pengajian Kejuruteraan Awam Exam

SPM Pengajian Kejuruteraan Awam (3761) is an MPET KSSM subject with written Paper 1 (3761/1, 120 marks, 70%, 2h30m) plus mandatory coursework Paper 2 (3761/2, 100 marks, 30%). Our 100 English MCQs are a study aid only and cannot replace coursework or practical skills.

Sample SPM Pengajian Kejuruteraan Awam Practice Questions

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1In civil engineering, a simply supported beam rests on two supports and can develop which types of support reaction under vertical loads?
A.Only horizontal reactions
B.Vertical reactions and possibly a horizontal reaction if axial load exists, but typically vertical reactions
C.Only moments at both ends
D.Torsional reactions only
Explanation: A simply supported beam typically develops vertical reactions at the supports under vertical gravity loads. If axial forces act, a horizontal reaction component may also appear, but the defining feature is that ends are free to rotate (no fixing moments).
2A simply supported beam AB of span 4.0 m carries a concentrated load of 20 kN at mid-span. What is the vertical reaction at each support (neglect self-weight)?
A.5 kN
B.10 kN
C.20 kN
D.40 kN
Explanation: For a central point load on a simply supported beam, each support carries half the load: RA = RB = 20/2 = 10 kN.
3A simply supported beam of span 6.0 m carries a uniformly distributed load (UDL) of 4 kN/m over the whole span. What is the reaction at each support?
A.6 kN
B.12 kN
C.24 kN
D.4 kN
Explanation: Total load W = 4 kN/m × 6 m = 24 kN. For a full-span UDL on a simply supported beam, each reaction is W/2 = 12 kN.
4Which structural member primarily resists bending due to transverse loads in a building frame?
A.Column (stanchion)
B.Beam (rasuk)
C.Foundation pad
D.Retaining wall stem
Explanation: Beams (rasuk) are horizontal members designed mainly to resist bending and shear from floor or roof loads. Columns primarily resist axial compression.
5In reinforced concrete, steel reinforcement is placed in the tension zone of a beam primarily because concrete is
A.strong in tension but weak in compression
B.weak in tension but strong in compression
C.equally strong in tension and compression
D.unable to carry shear
Explanation: Concrete is strong in compression but weak in tension. Steel bars are therefore placed where tensile stresses develop under bending.
6A rectangular timber beam 100 mm wide and 200 mm deep experiences a maximum bending moment of 8 kN·m. The maximum bending stress is given by σ = M / Z where Z = bd²/6. What is σ (approximately)?
A.6 N/mm²
B.12 N/mm²
C.24 N/mm²
D.48 N/mm²
Explanation: Convert M = 8 × 10⁶ N·mm. Z = (100)(200)²/6 = 666667 mm³. σ = M/Z = 8e6/6.667e5 ≈ 12 N/mm².
7Which of the following describes a cantilever beam?
A.Supported at both ends and free to rotate
B.Fixed at one end and free at the other
C.Continuous over more than two supports
D.Supported on rollers at both ends only
Explanation: A cantilever is fixed (built-in) at one end and free at the other, developing a fixing moment and reaction at the support.
8A cantilever of length 2.0 m carries a point load of 5 kN at the free end. What is the bending moment at the fixed end?
A.2.5 kN·m
B.5 kN·m
C.10 kN·m
D.20 kN·m
Explanation: For a tip point load, M_fixed = W × L = 5 × 2 = 10 kN·m (hogging).
9In a pin-jointed roof truss, members are primarily designed to carry
A.bending moments only
B.axial tension or compression
C.torsion only
D.soil bearing pressure
Explanation: Ideal pin-jointed truss members are assumed to carry axial forces (tension or compression) only, with loads applied at joints.
10Which load is classified as a dead load (beban mati) on a building structure?
A.Crowd load in a hall
B.Self-weight of reinforced concrete slabs
C.Wind pressure on a facade
D.Stored materials that change daily
Explanation: Dead load is the permanent self-weight of structural and fixed finishes. Crowd, wind and changing stored loads are live or environmental loads.

About the SPM Pengajian Kejuruteraan Awam Exam

SPM Pengajian Kejuruteraan Awam (subject code 3761) is a Mata Pelajaran Elektif Teknikal (MPET) under KSSM, administered by Lembaga Peperiksaan for Form 5 candidates (commonly in technical secondary schools). The SPM 2025 written timetable lists Paper 1 as 3761/1 for 2 hours 30 minutes. Per the LP MPKK PKA SPM 2021 manual, assessment uses two instruments: written Paper 1 (3761/1, 120 marks, 70% weighting) and mandatory coursework Paper 2 (3761/2, 100 marks, 30%). DSKP-aligned Form 4 content covers introduction to civil engineering (including site OSH and risk), materials and structural members, building construction, and engineering surveying; Form 5 covers transportation and highway engineering, water supply and domestic sewerage, and entrepreneurship. Official papers are bilingual. This free bank is an English MCQ study aid for knowledge and calculations only — it cannot replace coursework or practical competence.

Assessment

Paper 1 (3761/1): written test, 120 marks, 70% SPM weight, 2 hours 30 minutes (SPM 2025 timetable). Paper 2 (3761/2): tugasan kerja kursus (coursework), 100 marks, 30% weight, assessed per LP MPKK PKA SPM 2021 — non-submission of coursework can be treated as not fulfilling the subject even if Paper 1 is sat.

Time Limit

Paper 1: 2 hours 30 minutes; Paper 2 coursework: school-period assessment per LP coursework manual (not a single timed written sitting)

Passing Score

Single subject grade on the SPM A+ to G scale from combined Paper 1 and Paper 2 marks; boundaries are set yearly by Lembaga Peperiksaan and not published as a fixed percentage.

Exam Fee

No separate fee for candidates registered through government and government-aided MOE schools; private and repeat candidates pay a per-subject registration fee set by Lembaga Peperiksaan Malaysia. (Lembaga Peperiksaan (Malaysian Examinations Board), Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia)

SPM Pengajian Kejuruteraan Awam Exam Content Outline

22%

Structures

Beams, reactions, shear and moment, axial stress, trusses, foundations, retaining walls and design safety concepts.

20%

Materials

Cement, concrete mixes and tests, steel, bricks, timber, bitumen and durability details such as cover and curing.

20%

Surveying Basics

Levelling calculations, control points, scales, contours, setting out and introductory geomatics methods.

22%

Construction

Site investigation, substructure sequence, earthworks, formwork, estimation, roads, QC and project control.

16%

Safety

Site OSH, PPE, excavation and height controls, risk assessment, fire and electrical precautions, DOSH context.

How to Pass the SPM Pengajian Kejuruteraan Awam Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Single subject grade on the SPM A+ to G scale from combined Paper 1 and Paper 2 marks; boundaries are set yearly by Lembaga Peperiksaan and not published as a fixed percentage.
  • Assessment: Paper 1 (3761/1): written test, 120 marks, 70% SPM weight, 2 hours 30 minutes (SPM 2025 timetable). Paper 2 (3761/2): tugasan kerja kursus (coursework), 100 marks, 30% weight, assessed per LP MPKK PKA SPM 2021 — non-submission of coursework can be treated as not fulfilling the subject even if Paper 1 is sat.
  • Time limit: Paper 1: 2 hours 30 minutes; Paper 2 coursework: school-period assessment per LP coursework manual (not a single timed written sitting)
  • Exam fee: No separate fee for candidates registered through government and government-aided MOE schools; private and repeat candidates pay a per-subject registration fee set by Lembaga Peperiksaan Malaysia.

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

SPM Pengajian Kejuruteraan Awam Study Tips from Top Performers

1Drill beam reaction and bending-moment formulae for point loads and UDLs (RA = RB = W/2; Mmax = WL/4; M = wL²/8) until unit conversions are automatic.
2Memorise concrete mix ratios, w/c effects, slump versus cube tests, and curing purpose — these are high-frequency materials items.
3Practise levelling arithmetic: HI = RL + BS and RL = HI − FS, plus rise-and-fall checks on closed loops.
4Link construction sequence (setting out → excavation → foundation → superstructure) to temporary works safety (formwork, shoring, scaffolds).
5Treat OSH as examinable knowledge: PPE hierarchy, excavation support, work-at-height controls, and risk assessment steps from DSKP.
6Complete and document Paper 2 coursework on schedule — MCQ practice cannot substitute for the 30% coursework instrument.
7Use past trial papers and KMJ-style marking language for written Paper 1 structured responses after MCQ concept drills.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the subject code and official name for SPM Pengajian Kejuruteraan Awam?

The official SPM subject is Pengajian Kejuruteraan Awam with code 3761. Paper 1 is referenced as 3761/1 and coursework as 3761/2. The SPM 2025 timetable confirms 3761/1 on the written examination schedule.

How is SPM Pengajian Kejuruteraan Awam (3761) assessed?

Lembaga Peperiksaan uses two instruments. Paper 1 (3761/1) is a written test worth 120 marks and 70% of the SPM weighting, lasting 2 hours 30 minutes. Paper 2 (3761/2) is mandatory coursework (tugasan kerja kursus) worth 100 marks and 30% weighting. Failing to submit coursework can mean the candidate is treated as not fulfilling the subject even if they sit the written paper.

Can these MCQs replace the practical coursework?

No. These English multiple-choice questions are a study aid for knowledge and calculation practice only. They cannot replace Paper 2 (3761/2) coursework, setting-out skills, laboratory work, or other practical competencies required by the official assessment.

What topics does the KSSM DSKP cover?

Form 4 covers introduction to civil engineering (including professional ethics, site safety and risk), materials and structural construction, building construction (site investigation through project management), and engineering surveying/geomatics. Form 5 covers transportation and highway engineering, clean water supply and domestic sewerage drainage, and entrepreneurship.

Is the official exam in English?

Official SPM PKA papers are prepared in Bahasa Melayu and English (bilingual). This practice page uses English MCQs as a study adaptation for English-medium preparation; it is not an official LP translation product or sitting.

Who administers SPM Pengajian Kejuruteraan Awam?

It is administered by Lembaga Peperiksaan (the Malaysian Examinations Board) under Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia and is typically offered as an MPET subject in technical secondary schools and approved centres.

Is there a fee to sit this subject?

Candidates registered through government and government-aided MOE schools do not pay a separate SPM subject fee. Private (calon persendirian) and repeat candidates pay a per-subject registration fee set by Lembaga Peperiksaan.