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Civil Technology Grade 12 question paper overview

This page includes Civil Technology Grade 12 past papers and memos.

Civil Technology Grade 12 exam papers on this page include the following streams:

  • Civil Services
  • Construction
  • Woodworking

Each of the streams contains 200 marks and is written in 2 hours or less. You will find both English and Afrikaans versions of each paper, together with the memorandums. Civil Technology Grade 12 only has paper one. Meaning you write the entire subject in one day.

3 optionsone paper, by specialisation
200 marksper paper
3 hoursper paper
2020–20267 years of papers
239papers and memos

Exam facts from the DBE November 2025 question papers. See the full exam guide.

Civil Technology Grade 12 Papers

Exam Practice

Civil Technology: Most Common Exam Questions Quiz

Real Question 1 items (generic section, written by all three specialisations) from DBE NSC Civil Technology papers 2023 to 2025, with the official memo answers.

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NSC Years (2023 to 2025)

GenericMaterials & Preservation(1 mark)

NSC November 2023 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.1

Electroplating is the process of ...
GenericMaterials & Preservation(1 mark)

NSC November 2023 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.2

The process of keeping freshly cast concrete damp will ...
GenericMaterials & Preservation(1 mark)

NSC November 2023 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.3

Why would you coat a metal with a layer of paint?
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC November 2023 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.4

The minimum size of a wooden scaffold plank:
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC November 2023 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.5

When using a scaffold, it must be inspected to ensure that ...
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC November 2023 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.6

... of scaffolds should be secured vertically.
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC November 2023 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.7

The guard rail on a scaffold will ensure that ...
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC November 2023 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.8

Toe boards must be at least 150 mm high from the level of the ...
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC November 2023 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.9

The employer must ensure that the rungs of wooden ladders are ...
GenericSafety (OHSA)(1 mark)

NSC November 2023 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.10

The material safety data sheet for hazardous chemicals must have the following information:
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC November 2023 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.11

Stairways must be installed at a minimum of ... degrees from the horizontal.
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC November 2023 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.12

The purpose of the builder's hoist is to transport ...
GenericMaterials & Preservation(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.1

Water-based paint ...
GenericMaterials & Preservation(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.2

Zinc can be applied to metals to ....
GenericMaterials & Preservation(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.3

... improves the engineering and mechanical properties of metal.
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.4

Toe boards are attached to a scaffold platform to ...
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.5

The maximum height for a trestle scaffold:
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.6

Suspended scaffolds can be made of ...
GenericSafety (OHSA)(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.7

A ... can be used to dispose of waste material.
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.8

Properties that define a builder's hoist:
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.9

Workers must not use ... stairways that will be a temporary part of the structure when carrying materials.
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.10

Stairways must not be installed more than ... degrees from the horizontal.
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.11

When a ladder is placed against a wall, the angle must be at a ratio of ...
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.12

A/An ... ladder must never be used near electrical cables.
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC November 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.1

Wooden scaffold standards should not be placed more than (4 m/3 m/6 m) apart.
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC November 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.2

Trestle scaffolds must have a maximum height of (3 m/4 m/6 m).
GenericSafety (OHSA)(1 mark)

NSC November 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.3

The material safety data sheet that accompanies hazardous chemical substances must contain (fire-fighting measures/flame ratio/combustion rate).
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC November 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.4

When transporting long ladders with a vehicle, (ensure that the ladder does not protrude excessively/mark the end of the ladder with a green flag/place ladder in an upright position).
GenericMaterials & Preservation(1 mark)

NSC November 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.5

(Galvanising/Powder coating/Electrolysis) is the process of applying a plastic coating to a metal.
GenericMaterials & Preservation(1 mark)

NSC November 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.6

Electroplating is the process in which (the thickness of undersized parts can be increased/metal becomes extremely hot/metals are coated with paint).
GenericFasteners & Joining(1 mark)

NSC November 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.7

The (thread and shank/head and pin/runout and shank) do not form part of the length of a bolt.
GenericFasteners & Joining(1 mark)

NSC November 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.8

The purpose of the nylon insert on a hexagonal nut is for (decorative purposes/easy removal from a bolt/preventing backing off).
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC November 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.9

Wooden ladders may be treated with (oil-based paint/wood preservatives/water-based paint) according to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC November 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.10

Workers carrying large equipment may not use (spiral/suspended/fire escape) stairways that are a temporary part of a structure.
GenericMaterials & Preservation(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.1

Materials are preserved by (veneering/curing/powder coating) to make them sustainable.
GenericMaterials & Preservation(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.2

This preservation method, (electroplating/annealing/painting), will not protect metal from rust.
GenericMaterials & Preservation(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.3

(Electrolysis/Galvanising/Paint) is available in an oil or water base.
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.4

Under normal circumstances, scaffold frameworks should be inspected (weekly/bi-weekly/daily).
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.5

When working on scaffolding (sharp corners may be left uncovered/do not jump from one level to another on the scaffold/throw materials from the scaffold).
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.6

An employer shall ensure that the outriggers/frames of suspended scaffolds are constructed of (steel/copper/lead).
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.7

Trestle scaffolds may not consist of more than (2/3/4) tiers.
GenericSafety (OHSA)(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.8

Every employer who uses any hazardous chemical substances at work, should be in possession of (a medical aid/a material safety data sheet/an authorisation letter).
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.9

Never extend a ladder more than (one quarter/two thirds/one third) of the extension length.
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.10

The recommended height for the gates of the builder's hoist is at least (1 980 mm/1 250 mm/1 550 mm).
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC November 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.1

Every plank of a wooden scaffold platform must be at least (28 mm/38 mm) thick.
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC November 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.2

Toe boards should be at least (150 mm/200 mm) high from the level of the scaffold platform.
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC November 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.3

Steel scaffold standards with heavy platform loadings must not exceed (320 kg per m²/160 kg per m²).
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC November 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.4

The framework of scaffolding must be constructed to have a safety factor of at least (two/three).
GenericScaffolding(1 mark)

NSC November 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.5

Trestle scaffolds must not consist of more than (two/four) tiers.
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC November 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.6

When using a builder's hoist (overhead/hand) protection must be provided to protect workers from falling objects.
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC November 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.7

Ladders must not be extended above (two thirds/three quarters) of the extension length.
GenericSafety (OHSA)(1 mark)

NSC November 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.8

A construction site must be cordoned off to prevent (unauthorised persons/building inspectors) from entering the site.
GenericLadders, Stairways & Hoists(1 mark)

NSC November 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.9

Stairways that will not be a permanent part of the building must have landings of at least (760 x 560 mm/450 x 320 mm) for every 3,7 m vertical rise.
GenericSafety (OHSA)(1 mark)

NSC November 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.1.10

The seller shall supply the user of any hazardous chemical substance with sufficient information to enable the user to take necessary measures regarding (safe stocktaking/health and safety).
GenericFasteners & Joining(1 mark)

NSC November 2024 · Civil Services · Question 1.2

Look at: the pictures A to D
Pictorial drawings of four types of nuts labelled A to D, Civil Technology Grade 12 NSC November 2024 Civil Services Question 1.2
Which pictorial view below represents a nut with a built-in washer?
GenericFasteners & Joining(1 mark)

NSC May/June 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.2.1

Look at: the pictures A to D
Top view drawings of four nuts labelled A to D, Civil Technology Grade 12 NSC May/June 2025 Civil Services Question 1.2.1
Which top view represents a nut with a built-in washer?
GenericFasteners & Joining(1 mark)

NSC November 2025 · Civil Services · Question 1.2

Look at: the pictures A to D
Pictorial drawings of four types of bolts labelled A to D, Civil Technology Grade 12 NSC November 2025 Civil Services Question 1.2
Which pictorial view below represents a bolt that will resist rotation?

Tip: press A–D to answer multiple choice, → for the next question.

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Civil Technology Grade 12 Exam Guide

How the final Civil Technology exam is set out, taken from the cover and instruction pages of the DBE November 2025 question papers. Learners write the paper for their specialisation.

Civil Technology Civil Services

  • 200 marks
  • 3 hours
  • 16 pages
  • November 2025
QuestionWhat it covers
1OHSA, Materials, Tools, Equipment and Joining (Generic)

Comes with: 4 answer sheets.

Instructions on the paper
  1. This question paper consists of SIX questions.
  2. Answer ALL the questions.
  3. Requirements: drawing instruments, a non-programmable calculator and an answer book.
  4. Make drawings and sketches in pencil, fully dimensioned and neatly finished off.
  5. The size of a brick should be taken as 220 mm x 110 mm x 75 mm.

Civil Technology Construction

  • 200 marks
  • 3 hours
  • 16 pages
  • November 2025
QuestionWhat it covers
1OHSA, Materials, Tools, Equipment and Joining (Generic)

Comes with: 7 answer sheets.

Instructions on the paper
  1. This question paper consists of SIX questions.
  2. Answer ALL the questions.
  3. Requirements: drawing instruments, a non-programmable calculator and an answer book.
  4. Make drawings and sketches in pencil, fully dimensioned and neatly finished off.
  5. The size of a brick should be taken as 220 mm x 110 mm x 75 mm.

Civil Technology Woodworking

  • 200 marks
  • 3 hours
  • 16 pages
  • November 2025
QuestionWhat it covers
1OHSA, Materials, Tools, Equipment and Joining (Generic)

Comes with: 7 answer sheets.

Instructions on the paper
  1. This question paper consists of SIX questions.
  2. Answer ALL the questions.
  3. Requirements: drawing instruments, a non-programmable calculator and an answer book.
  4. Make drawings and sketches in pencil, fully dimensioned and neatly finished off.
  5. The size of a brick should be taken as 220 mm x 110 mm x 75 mm.

Civil Technology Grade 12 Questions and Answers

Which Civil Technology paper do Grade 12 learners write?

There is one final paper, set for each specialisation: Civil Services (200 marks, 3 hours), Construction (200 marks, 3 hours) and Woodworking (200 marks, 3 hours). You write the one for your specialisation. These facts are from the DBE November 2025 papers.

What is in Civil Technology Civil Services?

In the November 2025 paper: Question 1: OHSA, Materials, Tools, Equipment and Joining (Generic).

What is in Civil Technology Construction?

In the November 2025 paper: Question 1: OHSA, Materials, Tools, Equipment and Joining (Generic).

What is in Civil Technology Woodworking?

In the November 2025 paper: Question 1: OHSA, Materials, Tools, Equipment and Joining (Generic).

Can you use a calculator in the Civil Technology exam?

Yes. The November 2025 Civil Services says: "Requirements: drawing instruments, a non-programmable calculator and an answer book."

What do you get with the Civil Technology question paper?

Civil Services comes with 4 answer sheets. Construction comes with 7 answer sheets. Woodworking comes with 7 answer sheets.

How long is the Civil Technology question paper?

In November 2025, Civil Services had 16 pages, Construction had 16 pages and Woodworking had 16 pages.

Which Civil Technology past papers are on this page?

239 files from 2020 to 2026, covering the June, September and November exams. They are listed by year and term above, and each one opens as a PDF.

Are the Civil Technology memos included?

Yes. 108 of the files are memos (marking guidelines). Each memo is listed next to its question paper.

Are the Civil Technology papers available in Afrikaans?

Yes. Most papers on this page come in English and Afrikaans. Use the language filter above the papers to show only one.

Is there a Civil Technology practice quiz?

Yes. The exam questions quiz on this page has 57 questions taken word for word from real DBE Civil Technology papers. The memo answer shows after you try each question.