IGNOU MMPN-006 Assignment 2026
Repair and Maintenance of Building
Last updated by IGNOU: 05 Oct 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 19 Oct 2026, 01:37 pm.
| Course code | MMPN-006 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Repair and Maintenance of Building |
| Programme | MBACNMBACN |
| Assignment code | MMPN-006/TMA/JULY/2026 |
| Session | July 2026 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | — |
| Last date (December exam) | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Medium | English |
About the MMPN-006 assignment
The MMPN-006 assignment covers building deterioration, repairs and preventive maintenance. Topics include timber decay, concrete repairs, structural steel testing, bath fitting defects, water supply leaks, dampness, chemical damage, cracks and brick masonry maintenance.
The assignment has five compulsory questions, each divided into two parts. The official listing gives a maximum of 100 marks and a weightage of 30%. The PDF does not specify marks for individual questions or word limits. The brick masonry maintenance question requires neat sketches.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 (a) | — | Describe the causes and conditions that lead to premature timber decay. |
| Q1 (b) | — | Discuss the different types of repairs needed for concrete structures. |
| Q2 (a) | — | Explain field tests used for structural steel. |
| Q2 (b) | — | Briefly describe defects that occur in bath fittings. |
| Q3 (a) | — | Explain how leaks are detected in water supply systems. |
| Q3 (b) | — | Describe design and construction recommendations for structures exposed to chemical environments. |
| Q4 (a) | — | Describe planning and design precautions for preventing dampness in buildings. |
| Q4 (b) | — | Explain the procedure for repairing RCC structures damaged by chemical action. |
| Q5 (a) | — | Explain the classification of cracks in building components in detail. |
| Q5 (b) | — | Explain preventive maintenance techniques for brick masonry using neat sketches. |
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