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100 Marks
Workshop Instructor/Demonstrator in Printing Technology
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Workshop Instructor/Demonstrator in Printing Technology in the Technical Education Department.
120m
11s
#kerala-psc#technical-education#printing-technology#diploma-level#instructor
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Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices– LED .review only – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting– 5 V, diagram and explanation .Full wave rectifier, power supply– with bridge rectifier and 7805 .SMPS –block diagram and advantages– Integrated circuits .SMDs .advantages– Static electricity .precautions in .handling electronic circuits.Health hazards of e-waste.Block diagram .Comp– Online and off line .UPS and inverter .Differentiate .Battery selection for UPS and inverter– UPS.Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers–.application.CDMA and GSM–.Compare .2G and 3G technologies.ON / OFF to push, push to OFF, push to ON, ON / OFF, SPST, DPST, Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays .DPDT.
Offset, Gravure, Flexo, Screen, Digital and Press– OnDemand Variable Data Printing
Sec 2
and Advantages .how screen printing works, what mainly used for, machines.disadvantages of Offset, Gravure, Screen, Flexo and Digital printing .OnDemand.Offset– Gravure, operations, types, machine design considerations – design.oxygraphy works, what mainly used for, digital printing machines– digital printing.printing–.Future trends in printing .various targets used.suitable works for gravure Flexo, considerations, types, machine design– how types.types of screen printing– how screen printing works, what mainly used for, screen printing.variable data printing– workflow, data mail formats .Quality and quality assurance in.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 3
Applications of integration– Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, d solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series–.Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry– Equations to a straight line –slope -, intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants– Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation– Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to .Tangents and Normals .Maxima and Minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions–.Integration of different types of functions.Matrices–.Identity of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions– Trigonometric .Signs of functions in each quadrant, applications of the values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Paper, Ink and Auxiliary Materials for Printing
Sec 4
Auxiliary materials– characteristics and types, strength of materials – Blanket, plate .and material properties.Ink– constituents, ink manufacture, qualities, drying methods, types of inks, characteristics, physical and chemical properties, ink testing methods.Paper–Raw materials, paper manufacture, paper characteristics, paper grains, characteristics, sizes, water marks, testing methods, physical and chemical properties, warehousing .paper.Press management factors, Eco friendly and Lean production parameters.
Post Press– Finish, Binding Packaging and Operations
Sec 5
Binding– tools, materials and equipments, material calculation, qualities required, sewing methods, book binding operations, end papers, indexing, special protective, coating, coating on printed surface, electro, aqueous coating, electron beam coating .ultraviolet coating etc.Post press machines– Packaging – tools, materials and equipments, qualities required, dies for packaging, packaging machinery, types of packages, packaging .considerations, specialised finishing techniques.
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 6
AC circuit with R, L, C .Resistance, Capacitance and inductance, simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power .factor.Earthing. lightning protection.Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit– simple problems, units, consumption of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy .in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohm’s law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and D.C supply.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 7
Masonry –brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond .(One brick( rubble masonry types. wall.Parts of building– foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations.instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of Levelling instr points, reduction of levels by height of collimation method, booking of field notes.Modern survey .)simple problem(– instruments – Electronics, Total station.theodolite, Distomath.Aggregates .types & requirements of good aggregates.Brick–characteristics, varieties and strength of good brick.Cement– varieties and grade of cement and its uses.Concrete–grades of concrete as per SI code, water content ratio, Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Steel .types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections.Chain surveying– principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey .lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Managing Fonts and Type, Page Layout, Formatting and Halftoning
Sec 8
Fonts, terms and definitions, units and measurements, kinds of fonts, fonts in bitmap, vector and layout programs, print design considerations, formats– file, graphic types, halftoning, post scripts, formats–digital, pixel to half tone dots, scanners, dots, gain and loss, bitmap– archiving, working with images, resampling and resolution, gamut, pantone, vector graphics– spot, colour mode, patterns, gradients and banding, colour .etc, page layout, preflight, job organisation, page layout capabilities .planning, estimating and scheduling.
PDF, RIP and Prepress Requirements–, Colour Management, Proofing
Sec 9
Prepress requirements– System and accessories, CTP, CTC, MTC, colour balance, digital document, compression in colour correction, BGR to CYMK conversion, idea, PDF and RIP, working with colour in PDF–, RIP and preflighting.Proofing– Proofing method, digital proofers, press proof, CIE Lab and values, colour .problems, various surface preparation techniques.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs and Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 10
Purogamana Sahithya Anamagama Sahithya, Novel, Drama, Poetry, Library movement etc.SDNS Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Vala Samudaya Parishkarana Sabha, Brahmo Samaj, Arya Samaj etc.Malabar mutinies, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention Movement etc.Temple Entry Act, Proclamation. Ezhava Memorial, Malayali Memorial etc.Upper cloth revolts. Channar agitation, Vaikom Satyagraha, Guruvayoor Satyagraha, Paliyam Satyagraha, Kuttamkulam Satyagraha, Temple Entry Satyagraha.Barrister G P Pillai, K T Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Kesavan, K A Gopal, T R Krishnaswamy, R Krishnapillai.Joseph, Kuttipuzha Krishnapillai and others.P K Velayudhan, K P Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P Velukkutty Arayan, V C Kunhiraman, Kunnukuzhi Krishnan, Dr. Ayyathan Gopalan, C M Iyer, C Kesavan.Poikayil Yohannan (Kumaraguru) Dr. Sivaraja Brahmananda Vagbhadananda, Palakkunnath Abraham, Pampady John Joseph, Mampuram Thangal, Sadasivan Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, T V Makthi Thangal, Vakkam Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Pattathiripad L Elias, Kuriakose Chavara.Thycadu Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyankali. Chattampi Swamikal.Asan, Changampuzha Krishnapillai, Ponnukunnam Varkey, S K Pottekkatt, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer, Kesava Dev and others.Kodungalloor Kunjikkuttan Thampuran, Kerala Varma Valiyakoil Thampuran, O Chandumenon, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Kandathil Varghese Mappila.Ameen, Prabhatham, Yugadeepam, Yukthivadi etc.Malayala Manorama, Mathrubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarasi, Kesari, AI Aman, Bhashaposhini, Swadesabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Rajyam, etc.Introduction to English education- various missionary organisations and their founding-functioning.National institutions, factories, printing press etc. of education.Akkamma.Parvathi Nenminimangalam, Aryapallam, V A Kuttimalu Amma, Lalithambika Antharjanam, Anna Chandy, Cheriyan, Lalitha Prabhu and others.Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations- Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive- Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights- Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles. -Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution-Preamble -Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts and etc.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
Definition–, classification, two stroke engines, four stroke engines and two stroke engines, working of two stroke engines with help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working line of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with .diagram.Introduction–, classification of power plants, working of hydro electric power plant with schematic sketches– working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches– working of nuclear power .plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in Textile Technology
This recruitment is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) for the post of Lecturer in Textile Technology within the Technical Education Department (Polytechnic Colleges).
75m
11s
#kerala-psc#textile-technology#lecturer#technical-education#polytechnic
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Part IIe: Basic Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only.Health hazards of e-waste.diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805.Integrated circuits.Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting.Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.advantages.block diagram and advantages.precautions in handling electronic circuits.ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Part III: Textile Technology > Module III : Fabric Manufacture
Sec 2
Introduction on various methods of fabric production – compare the advanced method of fabric production with conventional types of looms – types of shuttle less looms – basic requirement of shuttle less weaving – advantages of shuttle less weaving machines. The various stages of weft insertion in Sulzer shuttle less weaving machine with 4 colour weft insertion – Torsion bar picking mechanism – working of cam beat – up. Mention the quality of Zulzer woven cloth – Give brief note on warp and weft preparation for shuttle less weaving. Rapier shuttle less weaving – various classifications of Rapier shuttle less looms – merits, demerits and limitations of Rapier looms – various stages of weft insertion in rapier looms – picking mechanism in a flexible rapier loom (Rack and pinion type). Features of different types of selvedges used in shuttle less weaving.Side weft fork and centre weft fork motions – working of side weft fork motion with sketch – working of centre fork motion with sketch – timing and setting of side weft fork motion – objects and types of warp stop motions – working of a mechanical warp stop motion used in ‘Northrop’ looms – working of a mechanical warp stop motion used in ‘Sakamoto’ looms with neat sketch – working of electrical warp stop motion with neat sketch – objects and types of warp protector motions – working of loose reed motion – the working of fast reed motion – the objects of brake motions – the working of brake motion – the objects and general description of brake motions – the objects and general description of check strap – the objects and general description of Temples – timing and setting of auxiliary motion.4 stages of weft insertion in water jet loom – working of weft supply system on water jet looms – the pump, throttle valve and water jet nozzle – merits, demerits and limitations of water jet looms. Comparison charts of popular shuttleless looms.Basic mechanisms in power loom. Importance of Primary motions – principles of Shedding – Differentiate positive and negative shedding – Tappet Shedding – Dobby Shedding - Jacquard Shedding – Different types of Sheds – General function and working of Plain Tappet Shedding mechanism – Early shedding and late shedding – Setting of tappet Shedding – picking – Positive picking and negative picking – working of Cone Over Pick motion – working of Under Pick motions – Method of Altering Picking Force and Setting of Picking band – Timing and Setting of Cone Over Pick – Discuss the beating operation – Illustrate and explain the working of beating mechanism – Calculate the eccentricity of the Sley.Calculate the production and efficiency of power looms – Evaluate the times required for the exhaustion of a weavers beam – Evaluate the time required for the exhaustion of a pirn, cone etc – Estimate the number of pirns required for the loom in a given time – Estimate the number of pirns / cones required to produce a particular quantity of fabric – Compute the number of pirn winders required to feed a given number of looms – Estimate the number of warping machines required to feed the given number of looms – prepare a chart showing the standard loom speeds for various widths of plain and automatic looms – Find out the quantity of warp and weft required to weave a particular fabric. Find out the cost of different types of fabrics.Step by Step commands to produce a Jacquard design fabric simulation – analysis of a Jacquard design fabric and to produce fabric simulation in different colour combinations – take graph print outs as per the requirements of loom and design creation – step by step commands to produce stripe and cross over designs – step by step commands to produce check designs – analysis of a dobby design fabric to produce the fabric simulation in different colour combinations – calculation sheet for a fabric with costing and printouts of dobby fabric – simulation and design details – step by step commands to produce a printed design and its colour separations – step by step commands to make a texture mapping on various objects and models with new designs created in other software – create yarn using computer software – create a yarn library using different count and quality – automatic creation of draft and peg plan from weaves – use of menu driven software.Various classification of dobby shedding mechanisms – working of Keighley dobby and its limitations – timing and setting of Keighley dobby – advantages of double jack dobby over single jack dobby – working of Climax dobby – method of pegging of lags for L.H and R.H. dobbies – use of Cross Border dobby – working of Cross border dobby – working of Ruti Cam dobby – working of Knowles positive open shed dobby – functions of heald levelling device and steadying mechanism in dobby.classification of automatic looms – advantages of automatic looms – compare automatic and non-automatic looms. Working of midget weft feeler mechanism – Timing and setting – Features of two prong electrical feeler and photo electric feeler. Working of automatic weft replenishment motion with respect to cop changing looms – Timing and settings. Shuttle protector – functions and uses. Different types of Thread cutters and their uses.Compare shuttle changers and cop changers.Classify Non-apparel textiles – Identify the fields of application of Technical textiles – scope of application of Technical Textiles – Industrial Textiles like Tyre fabrics, Filter fabrics, Conveyor fabrics, Tarpaulins and protective coverings, Bullet proof fabrics, Fire Proof Fabrics, Agriculture fabrics, Shoe fabrics, Parachute fabrics – Study of Geo Textiles – Application of Geo Textiles – Medical Textiles, Medical Fabrics, Surgical Dressings.Advantages of Jacquard shedding – basic principle of Jacquard shedding – various classifications of Jacquards like – Single lift Jacquards, Double lift Jacquards, Single Cylinder Jacquards, Double Cylinder Jacquards, Cross border Jacquards – working of Single Lift Jacquards – working of Double Lift Single Cylinder Jacquard – working of Double Lift Double Cylinder Jacquard – working of Cross Border Jacquard – harness mounting like London and Norwich systems – harness ties and various types of harness ties like straight tie, centre tie, mixed tie – terms like count of comber board, First hook and First needle of the Jacquard – construction and development of Jacquard designs – working of Piano card cutting machine – card punching and card lacing – use of special Jacquards and the working of Pressure Harness.Features of Air Jet looms – The passage of warp yarn on Maxbo Air Jet loom. Air Jet nozzle for weft insertion in air jet looms – functions weft insertion elements used in air jet looms – various stages of weft insertion on Maxbo air jet looms.Definition of Knitting – Classification of Knitting – Compare woven and knitted structures – compare the process of knitting and weaving – Define the term – courses – wales – Gauge – face loop – back loop – loop length – texture – Single Jersey – Double Jersey – various knitting elements – Latch needle – Bearded Needle – Compound Needle – Sinker – Cams – Knitting action of various types of needles – study the functions of Sinker and raiser cams – Define knitted structures – Define Knit stitch – Miss stitch – Tuck stitch – Define – (1 X 1 Rib) – (1 X 1 Inter Lock) – the properties of Plain, Rib, InterLock.Definition of non-wovens – classification of Non-wovens – stages involved in the production of Non-woven fabrics – comparison between woven and non-woven fabrics – Field of application of Non-woven fabrics – Basic requirements of fibres used for the – manufacture of non-woven – Methods of web-formation – card web – Different methods of web – Reinforcement – Need of binding & strengthening of fiber webs – various methods of Fibre bonding like – mechanical bonding – chemical bonding – thermal bonding – importance of needle punching machine for fibre bonding – study of needling loom – study of various methods of chemical bonding – study of various methods of thermal bonding – prepare a chart showing the important properties of woven and non-woven fabrics – discuss the limitations of non-woven fabrics.Introduction to weft patterning – type of box motions – use of multiple box looms – classification of multiple boxes – Drop boxes Vs Circular boxes – Skip Vs Nonskip – Pick at will / Pick and Pick. Working of Eccle’s Drop box motion – study of card saving mechanism – Arrangement of pattern cards for various picking patterns – study of various positions of stud and pin when different boxes are in line with the slay race – Timing and setting. Working of non-Skip type circular box motion.working of Dug dale’s Terry motion – working of Holden’s Terry motion.Different types of headless and reeds – Selection of proper reed and heald – Effect reed parameters on weavability of yarn – Control of productivity in loom shed – control of loom speed – Control of efficiency variable – Staggering of heald – improving production by snap reading – Control of waste in winding, warping, sizing, drawing – in and loom shed – Control of fabric defects – Selection of accessories – Care of accessories – Shuttles, pickers, picking bands, healds, Reeds etc. – Balancing machinery in spinning and weaving – Balancing of machinery for different capacity of spindles – Balancing machineries from winding to loom shed for 100, 200, 400, 600 loom capacities – Essential factors in textile costing – process cost per Kg of finished yarn – Process cost particulars from blow room to spinning – Cost / meter of finished fabric – Determination of Ex-mill cost of one meter of fabric.Process control in winding – optimizing quality in winding preparation – control of quality of knot – production of good packages – Detailed study of stitches on cones, patterning, soft nose or base, wild yarn, snarls etc. – Cleaning efficiency, knot factor and quality factor – Effect of unwinding tension and minimizing end breaks in warping, control of tension level, conditions of beam flanges, stop motions, break – driving drum - importance of length measuring motion, control of density of beams – Choice of size, scope of size pick up through controlling sizing condition – control of yarn stretch – control of moisture in sized yarns, quality of sized beams, Density, broken ends, missing ends, crossed ends, sticky ends – defective selvedges. Formation of ridges on beams – Minimizing stoppages due to mechanical failures – Improving the build of pirn – Improving productivity in winding warping sizing and pirn windings.Take up motions – 7-wheel take up motion – continuous and intermittent take up motion – working of continuous type take up motion – Calculations related to take up motions – Let off motions – working of a negative let off motion – working of positive let off motions.Machine – Passage of yarn through flat knitting machine – Features of warp knitting – Different types of knitting elements – Knitting actions of Rachel Warp knitting machine – the knitting actions of Tricot warp knitting machine – compare Rachel and Tricot Knitting machine – Define weft knitting – Application of weft knitted fabrics – weft knitted structures like Plain, Rib and Inter Lock – passage of Yarn through single Jersey weft knitting.Objects of Warp Winding – working of Warp Winding Machines – Weft Winding Machines – Drum Winding and precision winding – Warp Winding Machine – Creel – types of tensioners – Slub catchers – Broken thread stop motion – Full package stop motion - ribbon breakers – package arm holders – traversing mechanism – features of Disc and Gate type tensioners – working of Electronic Yarn clearers – advantages of Electronic yarn clearers over ordinary slub catchers –Angle of wind – wind ratio – Roto Coner – Auto Coner – types of knots – splicing – defects in winding – causes & remedies – weft winding – objects – Bunching mechanism – Layer locking device – Pirn diameter control – Schweiter high-speed automatic pirn winder – defects in pirns, their causes and remedies.Objects of warping – beam warping and sectional warping – Ruti high speed warper – functions of various components of a warping machine – creel – Thread stop motion – length measuring motion – Head stock – Expanding Comb - doffing motion – Brake Motion – Driving Drum – Tensioners – defects in warp beams, their causes and remedies – sectional warping machine – limitations of sectional warping – objectives of sizing – ingredients used in the size paste and their functions – multi cylinder sizing machine – functions of the various controls in a modern sizing machine like – Temperature, size level, stretch, moisture, viscosity – size recipe for coarse, medium and fine cotton yarns – defects in sized beams – precautions to be taken for sizing synthetics and blends – improved fibre lay – after waxing – Healds and Reeds – objectives of drawing – in and denting – selection of suitable healds and reeds for different fabrics.The different methods of Yarn Numbering Systems – English, French, Metric, Denier, Tex – direct and indirect systems of yarn numbering - equations for calculating equivalent count – resultant count of folded yarn with and without contraction – beam count – average count – heald and reed count – speed, production and efficiency of warp winding machines, weft winding machines, warping machines – ends per section and the number of sections required per set – sized yarn weight, un-sized yarn weight and size percentage – production, speed and efficiency of sizing machines.
Part III: Textile Technology > Module II : Yarn Manufacture
Sec 3
Advanced yarn manufacturing systems – open end Rotor spinning – principle of Rotor spinning – feed part – opening roller – rotor – rotor grooves – effect of rotor speed on yarn quality – relation between rotor speed, rotor diameter and yarn draw off tension – Navel – doff tube – Take-up roller – Traverse guide – Winding head – vacuum in spin box – advantages of open end spinning over ring spinning – limitations of open end spinning – Friction spinning – DREF-I friction spinner – DREF – II friction spinner – Air jet spinning – Siro spinning.Contaminants in Cotton fibre – Opening and cleaning – cleaning efficiency, trash content – classification of Blow Room lines, Minor and Major cleaning points – Hopper blender and Hopper feeder – Shirley opener – ERM cleaner – Axi-flow cleaner – 2 Bladed and 3 bladed beater – Krischners beater – Scutching – Single process scutcher – cages, Shirley wheel, Lap forming unit, lap – measuring motion, auto Doffing mechanism – piano feed regulating mechanism, reserve bin & photo cell arrangement – Two way distributor, dust filter bags, dust trunks, pneumatic delivery boxes, magnetic traps – lap defects – their causes and remedies – modern blow room line and chute feeding system – beater speed, cleaning efficiency of beater, cleaning efficiency of blow room – Hank of lap, production, draft and efficiency of blow room.Main draft, break draft, main draft constant, break draft constant, hank of silver in drawing frame – production and efficiency, draft, hank of lap, production and efficiency in silver lap machine. Production, efficiency and draft in comber – break draft, main draft, break draft constant, main draft – constant and hank of roving of simplex – production & efficiency of simplex.Ring frame – draft, twist and production calculation – Angle of yarn pull – Traveller speed – production and efficiency of rotor spinning – draft in rotor spinning – production and efficiency of Ring doubler – production and efficiency of Two for One twisterObjects of Carding – principle of stripping and carding – passage of material in a revolving flat carding machine – functions of each part of carding machine – setting of flats – H&B flexible bends – Heal and Toe arrangement – Philipson’s brush – types of waste in carding & percentage – defects in carding and remedial measures – Tandem carding – stripping and Grinding of cards – Traverse grinder – vacuum stripper – fibre hooks – Leading & Tailing hooks – Setting on quality and waste extraction.Ginning – Gins for different cottons – FQI – Lea CSP of yarn – mixing plans for coarse, medium and fine counts – Methods of mixing – Mixing bale opener – Multi mixer – Auto mixer – Aero mixer – Blendomat.Types of doubled yarn – Twist and twist direction effects – methods of doubling – styles of doubling – types of doubling machine – preparatory process for doubling – Ring doubler – stop motions – two for one twister [ TFO ] – Function of various parts for Two for one twister – advantages of Two for one twister – Three for one Twister – Advantages of three for one twister over two for one twister – Manufacture of Sewing threads – Manufacture of tyre cord – Fancy doubling – fancy yarn – Reeling – yarn conditioning – plain reel and cross reel – types of reeling – bundling and baling.Draw frame process – principle of roller drafting – passage of material through a modern draw frame – principle of roller setting – roller weighting – electrical and electronic stop motions – auto levellers – top & bottom rollers – roller cleaning devices – polar drafting system – Platts pressure bar systems – defects in silver – their causes and remedies.Objects of process control – Key variables for the process control in spinning – Norms – Establishment of norms. Productivity – Factors influencing it – Minimizing cost of production. Control of mixing, quality and cost – instrumental evaluation of cotton – control of mixing quality and cost – stimulations control of mixing quality and cost – linear programming for cotton mixing – the application of linear programming in a Mill – The control of yarn realization – Records for estimating yarn realization and waste – Norms for yarn realization. Control waste in cleaning in blow room and carding – determination of trash content and cleaning efficiency – norms for waste and cleaning efficiency in blow rooms and cards – assessing the performance of a blow room – locating and improving machines with substandard performance – optimizing cleaning at cards – control of comber waste – optimum level of comber waste – norms for improving mean length in combing – The need for routine check of comber waste – procedure of control of comber waste – control of silver evenness – control of stretch at fly frames – assessment and control of variability in blow room and draw frames – control of selective humidity – scope and means for increasing machine productivity in preparatory section.Features of LR C 1/3 Card – Developments in Feed part and Licker – in region – Cylinder region – condensing region and Web doffing mechanism, Coiler mechanism – India roll – Cross roll – Auto levellers – closed loop & Open loop auto levellers – Shirley pressure point system – Automatic waste extracting system – Automatic doffing – Automatic stop motions in cards – calculation of Speed, Draft and Draft constant, production and efficiency in Card – Lap exhausting time, Can fill time in Card.Developments in drafting region – advantages – SKF – PK 225 – INA-V drafting system – Developments in twisting region – traversing thread guide and balloon control rings – advantages and limitation – special finishes to rings – special finishes to travellers – S-twist and Z-twist – traveller number – running in period of ring frame – energy saving spindle – variable speed spinning – auto doffing mechanism – long length frames – compact spinning – Elite compact spinning – advantages of compact spun yarns – super high drafting system.Measurement and analysis of productivity – definitions of indices of productivity – analysis of short fall in productivity – productivity and profitability – means to improve productivity – maximizing machine efficiency in ring spinning – controlling the end breakage in ring spinning – improving mechanical conditions in ring frame – renovation at ring frame to reduce end breaks – control of yarn quality, count, strength and their variability – assessing process capability for count control – reducing within bobbin count variation – reducing between bobbin count variation – routine control of count – control of variability in lea strength – meeting the requirement of yarn strength – Factors affecting yarn strength – norms for yarn strength – control of yarn quality – unevenness and imperfections – measurement of unevenness – types of yarn irregularity – random irregularity and periodic irregularity – control of yarn irregularity – causes of yarn irregularity – yarn faults and package defects.Objects of ring frames – types of creels – apron drafting – SKF PK211, SKF PK 225 – LR drafting system – spacers – condenser – roller clearers – ring, traveller, spindle, ring rail and spindle rail, separator, traveller cleaner – tin roller – ‘Z’ twist and ‘S’ twist – bobbin building – yarn defects – causes and remedies.objects – L.R. silver lap machine – Ribbon lap machine – Objects – Super lap machine – Objects of combing – passage of material through a comber – Nasmith comber – Half lap – Nipper – Top comb – Feed roller – Detaching roller – waste percentage – modern developments in combing – combing defects – causes and remedies – post comb drawing.Objects of speed frame process – high drafting system – bottom rollers – top rollers, and weighting of top rollers – condensers & spacer – spindle and flyer – false twister – collor – spindle rail – bobbin rail – bobbin leading and flyer leading – T & S and Sun & planet differential motion – building motion – features of Rovematic speed frames – defects in roving – their causes and remedies.
Part IIa: Technical Mathematics
Sec 4
Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Expansions using Binomial theorem.Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of different types of functions.Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Part III: Textile Technology > Module I : Textile Fibres and Textile Wet Processing
Sec 5
Features of bast fibres – Jute and Linen, Climate, soil condition and cultivation of linen, extraction of linen, rippling, retting – chemical, water and dew retting, breaking, scotching, hackling, advantages and disadvantages of each retting process, chemical combination and microscopic appearance of linen, physical and chemical properties of linen, cultivation of jute, extraction of jute fibre from the plant, chemical and physical properties of Jute, Composition of jute.Objects of bleaching – Types of bleaching agents – Bleaching with hypochlorites – Comparison of sodium hypochlorite in terms of their properties, chemical behaviour and application. Preparation of hydrogen peroxide – properties and chemical behaviour of hydrogen peroxide – Strength of hydrogen peroxide in volume & percentage – Bleaching with hydrogen peroxide (Batch process) – definition and principle of mercerizing – changes in the dimension of cotton by mercerizing – parameters affecting mercerisation, concentration of NaOH, pH, Temperature and Time.Two methods of Blending – Blow room blending and draw frame blending – advantages and disadvantages.Blow Room – Card – Draw frame –Simplex – Ring frameDefinition of surface tension and contact angle – Relationship of surface tension and contact angle with wetting of textile materials – important surface active agents – manufacture of Washing Soap & Detergents – Sequence of operations in wet processing cotton textiles – Singeing – objects – principle – methods – hot plate, roller, Gas singeing machines – De-sizing – objects – principle – methods – Rot steeping – Acid steeping, Enzymatic de-sizing, Scouring – objects and importance – principle and mechanism – Definition and types of Kiers.Introduction to cotton fibre – cotton producing countries, Botanical classification of cotton, Types of commercial cottons and their properties, organic cotton & Bt cotton, hybrid Indian cotton and their properties, soil conditions, climate, cultivation, harvesting and picking of cotton, structure of cotton, longitudinal and cross sectional views, chemical composition, physical chemical properties.production of Orlon Fibre – Vinyl cyanide – continuous polymerization – Wet spinning and dry spinning – stretching – properties and appearance of Acrylic fiber.Method of Dyeing – Dyeing of polyester – cotton blends with – Disperse and vat dyes – Disperse and reactive dyes – dyeing of polyester – viscose blends with – disperse and vat dyes – disperse and reactive dyes – dyeing of polyester – wool blends with disperse and acid dyes – dyeing machinery – loose cotton dyeing machines – yarn package dyeing machines – cop dyeing machine – cheese dyeing machine – beam warp dyeing machine – fabric dyeing machines – jigger dyeing machine – winch dyeing machine – padding mangles – HPHT jet dyeing machines – HTHP jigger – HTHP beam dyeing – Thermosol process.Dyeing with Sulphur, Vat, Solubilised vat, Natural Indigo, Oxidized colours, Mineral and Naphthol colours.Various dyes used for protein fibres – preparation of wool and silk for dyeing – Dyeing of wool with – Acid dyes – Basic dyes – Reactive Dyes – Dyeing of silk with – Acid dyes – Basic dyes – Reactive dyes – Methods of dyeing of man-made fibres – Dyeing of man-made material – polyester with disperse dyes – Acrylic with basic dyes.Water mangles – Three and Six bowl mangles – Hydro extraction – Roller and centrifuge type – drying machines – blanket drying & Buti hot air drying machines – Damping machines – Brush and spray – objects of stentering – description of pin & clip stenter – Hot air stenter – Starch finishing – objects – various ingredients. Calendaring – objects – different types of calendars – Beetling – Sanforizing – objects – principle and mechanism of compressive shrinkage – pre-shrinkage process – Sanforizing machines – Anti-crease finish – objects – types of anti-crease finishes – water repellent & water proof finishes – study of mildew, moth and rot proof finishes Flame retardant finishes.advantages – draw ratio – Filament ratio – stretch ratio – cold drawing – hot drawing – Draw twist machine – Importance of Staple fiberClassification of colouring matters – general terms used in dyeing, Fastness, Liquor ratio & Dye bath – General mechanism of dyeing, physical, chemical & Solvent theories of dyeing – fastness properties of dyed materials. Method of application of Direct Dyes and Reactive Dyes on Cotton & Viscose, Basic colours on Cotton & Silk, Acid colours on Wool.Polyamides – Nylon 66, Nylon 6 - Polyester Terylene, Dacron – Poly olefin, Poly ethylene and polypropylene – Poly acrylonitrile, acrylic mod acrylic – poly vinyl alcohol – poly urethane fiber spandex – aramid fibres nomex & Kevlar – definition of monomers, polymers, polymerization, degree of polymerization – classification of polymerization – condensation polymerization, addition polymerization and co-polymerization – their examples with equations – Random, Alternative, Block co-polymers – Linear, branched, and cross linked polymers. Principles of spinning and methods of – melt spinning, wet spinning, dry spinning, advantages, disadvantages and suitability.Different types – Terylene – Dacron – Manufacture of Terylene – Production of Ethylene glycol and DMT – Polymerization – Melt spinning – Hot drawing – Filament and staple fiber – Properties – Microscopic appearance – Physical and chemical properties.Definitions of textile fibre, spun yarn, filament yarn, monofilament, texturised yarn, single yarn, ply yarn etc – classification of textile fibres on the basis of origin and chemical nature with examples, general properties of textile fibre, essential properties, desirable properties.Chemistry of polyamide fibres – Nylon 66 – Nylon 6 – Manufacture of nylon 66 – raw materials – polymerization – spinning – drawing – with equation – properties of Nylon 66 – microscopic appearance – physical and chemical properties.Three different types of Polymers, Manufacture – raw material, Polymerization, Melt spinning and drawing – Properties and appearance of Polypropylene.Manufacture and properties of “Spandex”. Aramid, Nomex, and Kevlar fibres.production of Caprolactum – condensation polymerization – melt spinning – stretching – properties – microscopic appearance – physical and chemical properties.Manufacture – Raw materials – polymerization – saponification – wet and dry spinning – drawing – properties of PVA.Names of recently developed synthetic fibre, poly ethylene, poly propylene, Acrylic fibre, PVA Fibre, Poly Urethane Fibre, Nomex fibre, Kevlar fibre. Method of manufacturing HDPE – Raw material – Polymerization with Ziengler type catalyst – Melt spinning and Drawing – Properties, differentiate LDPE & HDPE.Different types of Rayons, manufacture of viscose rayon, polynosic and properties, physical and chemical properties of viscose rayon, uses of viscose rayon, various steps involved in manufacture of acetate rayon, physical and chemical properties of acetate rayon, uses of acetate rayon, microscopical appearance of viscose and acetate rayon, cuprammonium and Nitro rayon, Lyocell, Modal, FR viscose & Bamboo fibre.Varieties of silk, silk producing countries, Sericulture – Pre-cocoon operations, Life cycle of silk worm, various stages involved in production of raw silk from cocoons, reeling, throwing and doubling of silk, structure of silk filaments and microscopic appearances, chemical composition of silk, degumming and weighting of silk, physical and chemical properties of silk.Size recipe for – Polyester filament yarn – Polyester / Viscose – Polyester / Cotton, control of static charges and humidity.Differentiate between dyeing & printing – ingredients used in printing & preparation of print paste – preparation of cloth for printing – after treatments given to printed fabrics – differentiate between methods of printing & styles of printing. Different methods of printing – block printing – stencil printing – screen printing – automatic flat bed screen printing – rotary screen printing – roller printing – transfer printing. Basic concepts of following styles of printing – direct, discharge, resist and dyed styles – Batik style and dyes used for batik style – tie-dyeing – Foam printing – flock printing – Damask printing – Kalamkari printing.objects – types of texturized yarns – stretch yarn – Modified stretch yarn – Bulk yarn – Texturization methods – False twist texturization – Stuffer Box crimping – Knife edge crimping – Air texturizing – Knit – De-knit texturizing – Gear crimping – Knife edge crimping – texturizing machines – advantages – uses of texturised yarn.Varieties of wool, types & grades, shearing of wool, composition and structure of wool, chlorination, carbonisation, scouring and felting of wool, physical and chemical properties of wool.
Part IId: Basic Electrical Engineering
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Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Earthing, lightning protection.Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Part III: Textile Technology > Module IV : Fabric Structure, Fashion Design and Garment Technology
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Classify garments for men, women and children – selection of fabrics for various garments – Theory of Human Anatomy – measurements and importance of measurements – body measurements for children, ladies and gents garments – importance of paper patterns – types of paper patterns – Importance and principles of pattern drafting – pattern grading – study of pattern making for various types of top and bottom garments – Grading of various components of garments – Study of marker planning – draft pattern for gents shirts – draft pattern for ladies skirts.General features of Bedford cord fabrics – Construction of plain face Bedford cord, Twill face Bedford cord, Wadded Bedford cord and develop their drafts – Functions of cutting ends, face ends and wadding ends – Features of Pique fabrics – Differentiate pique fabrics and Bedford cord fabrics – Functions of cutting, face, wadding and back picks – Construction of various types of pique fabrics, Plain one shuttle of pique, Coarse cut pique, Fine cut pique, Wadded pique, Backed pique – System of Drafting and Denting applicable to above weaves – Additional attachments required in a loom to weave Bedford cord and Pique fabrics – Importance of Double, Open Double width, Treble, Tubular and Interchanging double cloth – Construct Double cloth, Double width cloth, Tubular, Treble, Interchanging Double cloth – Importance of extra warp and extra weft figuring in ornamentation of fabrics – importance of All over figuring, Stripe figuring and Spot figuring – Features of Toilet Quilt fabrics – Construct examples for 2 pick, and 3 pick Toilet Quilt.Define design – requirement of design – structural and decorative design – application of structural and decorative design in dresses – create variety through structural and decorative design – Define harmony – aspects of harmony – Define proportion – Aspects of proportion and space relationship – Define rhythm – Define emphasis – balance in dress design – social psychology of clothing – customers requirement of clothing – Designing and quality control – Fashion garments Vs Basic garments – Concept of technological environment of production development – Importance of process and product development – product performance and importance of specifications - Balance between aesthetic, performance and price factors.Object of fusing – Fusing – base cloth and resin coating system – Effect of temperature time and pressure in fusing – Effect of pressing and various types of pressing – machinery used for pressing – controls in pressing – material handling systems – packing materials and various types of packing – Labels and tags.Perforated fabrics – uses – Construct 3 X 3, 4 X 4, 5 X 5 Mock – Leno – Draft and Denting plan – speciality of denting for Mock – leno designs – principles of cross weaving – application of Doup Healds – Differentiate Gauze and Leno – Standard diagram of the cloth structure, Drafting and lifting plan for Plain Gauze, Cellular leno, Net leno / Spider leno – various types of sheds formed in cross weaving – Plain shed, open shed and cross shed formed in cross weaving with bottom douping – Differentiate mock leno and huck – a – back and compare their draft and lifting plan – Importance and general characteristics of Jacquard designs – Steps involved in the reproduction of Jacquard design from Jacquard cloth – Steps involved in the reproduction of Jacquard design from motif designs.Application of Point paper in textile Designing – count of point paper and definition – design, draft, lifting plan and denting plan – straight draft, broken draft, point draft, mixed draft – plain weave, warp rib weaves, weft rib weaves and mat weaves, modification of plain weaves – twill weaves – classification – warp faced twill – weft faced twill – Even faced twill – Steep twill – Flat twill – Left hand twill – Right hand twill – simple twill – compound twill – modification of twill weaves – satin and sateen designs – warp cork – screw and weft cork – screw designs – combined twills – figured twill – zigzag twills – diamond twills – broken twills – broken and reversed twill - drafts for the above designs – Influence of yarn twist on the prominence of twill lines.Objects of spreading – methods of spreading – various types of woven fabrics – types of lay – pattern lay out – Rules in pattern layout – methods for layout – layout for asymmetrical designs – Economy of fabric in placing pattern – Rules for placement of pattern if the fabric is insufficient – importance of ‘Marshden’ layout, ‘Marshden’ lay and lay length – cutting process – types of cutting machines and die cutters – tools required for clothing construction – types of stitches and classification of stitches – Seams and different types of seams – types of sewing machines – button hole, buttoning – Importance of trimmings – Selection of needles and threads for different types of garments – individual and group production systems.General requirements of a towelling fabric – weaves used for towelling fabrics – construction of 3-pick terry, 4-pick terry and 5-pick terry – construction of ordinary honey comb, Brighton’s honey comb – features of Huck – a – Back fabrics – Construction of Devon’s Huck – a – Back, 10 X 10 Huck – a – Back, Honey comb Huck – a – Back weaves, Reversible Huck – a – Back weaves – Drafts applicable to the above designs – Features of pile fabric – Classification – construction of Velvet, Velveteen – True warp pile, Two pick to a wire, Three pick to a wire, Fast true warp pile, Half the pile over each wire – Differentiate warp pile and weft pile structures – importance of cutting and finishing in the production of weft piles – velveteen – Classification of velveteen – Construct Plain back, Twill back, corded, Corded velveteen with twill as ground weaves – Features of crepe weaves – Different systems of constructing crepe weaves – By adding marks to satin weaves, Combining plain threads with a floating weave, Inserting one weave over another, Reversing a small repeat, Chemical treatments used to impart crepe effects – Principle of seer sucker fabrics.
Part IIb: Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 8
Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Part III: Textile Technology > Module V : Textile Testing, Errection and Maintenance of Textile Machinery
Sec 9
Definition of Textile Testing – Definition of quality assurance – objects of Textile Testing – Importance of statistics – Definition of statistics – Quality control and Quality assurance – selection of Sample for testing - population and individual in statistics – classification and tabulation of data – frequency table – graphical representation of frequency distribution – types of frequency curves – measures of central Tendency – Measures of Dispersion – Humidity – expressions of humidity – measurement of Humidity of the atmosphere – standard atmospheric condition, standard atmosphere and standard testing atmosphere – expression of moisture in a textile material – standard moisture regain of important textile fibres – Estimation of standard regain of a blend – Moisture Hysteresis – Estimation of Moisture content and regain of Textile materials.The importance of levelling & methods of levelling – Instruments used in levelling – Erect various textile machineries – Erection tools and equipments – Measure the vibration of textile machineries – Dampers – functions – Balancing – types.Fabric properties and characteristics –Dimensional properties of Fabric – Threads density – Fabric weight – Count of the yarn used for fabric manufacture – Determination of cover factor – Warp cover factor, Weft cover factor and Cloth cover factor – Crimp in yarn – Crimp percentage and crimp amplitude – Shirley yarn crimp tester – Definition of pill and causes of pill formation – ICI Pill box tester – Fabric strength – Determination of Fabric tensile strength by tester working on CRT principle – Elmendorf Tearing strength tester – Hydraulic bursting strength tester – Fabric abrasion resistance – Types of abrasions – Martindale abrasion tester – Fabric stiffness – Bending length, flexural rigidity and bending modulus – Cantilever principle – Shirley stiffness tester – Drape and drape co-efficient – Determination of drape by Drape meter – Crease property – Crease resistance and Crease recovery – Shirley crease recovery tester – Define air permeability – air permeability, air resistance and air porosity –Shirley air permeability tester – water permeability and water repellency – Bundesmann water permeability tester.Properties of Textile fibres – Importance of fibre length – fibre length parameters – Determination of fibre length parameters by different instruments – Importance of fibre fineness – Relationship between air flow and fibre fineness – Determination of fibre fineness – Importance of fibre strength – Different strength technologies – Stress-strain curve for different – Elastic property – Estimation of fibre strength – Importance of fibre maturity – List the different methods of determination of fibre maturity – Estimation of fibre maturity by Caustic soda swelling method – Importance of FQI and its relation to lea CSP – Features of Advanced Fibre Information System (AFIS) – Features of High Volume Instrument (HVI) – Cleaning efficiency, Lint, Trash and invisible loss – Estimation of trash content in cotton by Shirley trash analyzer.Introduce safety precautions & maintenance of safety equipments in textile mill.List the types of maintenance and application – State new methods introduced in textile machinery maintenance –The duties and responsibilities of maintenance supervisor – Introduce work order procedure, store control – State the importance of work – study techniques – purpose and working of various types of fundamental workshop machineries – Calliper, micrometer, Feeler gauge, Dial gauge, Height & depth gauge –Express the principle of annealing, normalizing, hardening, tempering, carburizing & case hardening – State different types of bearings and functions – State the objects of lubricants, various types of lubricants – various characteristics of lubricants.The maintenance schedules for different spinning machineries – overhauling maintenance schedules of spinning machineries – Identify the defects due to improper maintenance – maintenance schedule during strike and lay-off periods.Overhauling schedule of machineries in preparatory and weaving departmentThe defects due to improper maintenance.The maintenance schedule for different preparatory sectionsThe maintenance schedule for dyeing & processing machineries.The maintenance schedule for loom shedProperties and characteristics of yarn – Importance of yarn count – Determination of yarn count – The importance of Yarn twist – Definition of twist, S twist, Z twist, twist on twist, weft on twist – Relationship between yarn count & TPI – Different methods of twist determination – Estimation of twist in yarn by – Importance of yarn strength – Factors affecting yarn strength – Principles of tensile strength testing – Estimation of single thread strength – lea tester – Importance of evenness of the yarn – terms in evenness – Methods of determination of evenness – Yarn appearance grading by ASTM standard boards – Uster evenness tester, spectrograph and imperfection indicator – Classification of basic classimat faults – Uster classimat – yarn hairiness – Determination of yarn hairiness.
Part I: General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
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General Knowledge and Current AffairsAwakening Through LiteratureSocio-Religious reform MovementsStruggles and Social RevoltsLeaders Of RenaissanceLiterary FiguresRole Of Press In RenaissanceTowards A New SocietyWomen And Social ChangeSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSocial Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Part IIc: Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
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Syllabus Explorer
Part I
Sec 1
- :reactions equilibrium diagrams- peritectic, eutectoid, eutectic, monotectic peritectoid, eutectic-- applications optical parallel and optical flat- of combination, angle dekker, auto collimator- cutting process:Secondary bonds- .etc specific heat, hydrogen bond, classification- die clearances-:types of die- combination, compound, progressive die no-:Bending dies-- hot working- .attributes and effect in metal forming Bachuscher:Alloy steels- Effects of- with strength, cohesive force, density, directional and non-directional- :Metallic bond ;directional bonding- work and forces of deformation, open die forging- :Forging methods analysis- slab method,arbors, vices, universal dividing head, rotary table, parking bracket, slot and milling attachments,composition, spheroidal graphite and malleable, white, grey cast iron, Classifications,opaque, lustrous, density, non-directional bonding, conductivity, ductility- Specific properties of,over aging and precipitation strengthening, Solid Solution hardening, work hardening,strip ,precision investment, centrifugal, die, pressure, slush, investment, vacuum, shell mold,Temperature, thermal damage and surface roughness obtainable:Honing .Types of machines-:bonding- modulus, melting temperature, energy well bond shallow energy well bond and deeper:Broaching- - basic process- different cutting elements- and force required for broaching-:Crystallography- unit cell, space lattice, Crystal- HCP, FCC, BCC structures- short and long:cutting- Different types- shearing- types of presses- cutting action in punch and die operations:Forming dies- bulging dies, coining, embossing, curling, solid form- Shear and tube spinning-:Gear milling- different gear milling operations and gear milling machines- :Gear hobbing-:hardening methods- laser and electron beam, induction, Flame ;Nitriding ;Carburizing processes:High energy rate forming- energy source, need for- material behavior- ,mechanical, pneumatic:High speed steels- effect of different alloying elements in HSS, types W and Mo- Cast irons ::machines- Specifications and Types- quick return motion- its advantages and hydraulic feed-:measurements- .etc precision and accuracy, (Abbe's) Principle of alignment- of Principle:measurements- auto collimator, collimator, telescope, microscope, projector of optical principles:mechanisms- specific energy, grinding force power, grinding debris- :Grinding wheels-:milling- rack, high speed milling attachment, universal milling attachment and vertical milling:operations- different types milling machines- Different methods of milling- nomenclature of:production process- thread, screw cutting on lathe- different thread production processes:structural features of fatigue- propagation, growth, crack initiation- fatigue tests- Fracture.)equations and:Welding- ,applications, metallurgy of welding, definition of welding, diffusion.applications of diffusion in mechanical engineering, mechanisms:Phase diagrams - Limitations.etc in forging its application and impact loading on ductile material-:Fatigue- Stress cycles-.etc skew rolling, coining Mahatma Gandhi University- defects in forging-.etc:Heat treatment ..etc spheroidite, bainite, martensite transformation-.punch forces CAM/CAD and CIM,.reference shall be made to the phase diagrams whenever necessary:Fracture – and Brittle.with slip in metals:Classification of crystal imperfections - of source, types of dislocation(definition only) toughness- Ductile to Brittle transition temperature (DBTT) in steels-:Creep-adapters and collet chucks- surface roughness and tool materials obtainable in milling-affecting fatigue strength:stress concentration, size effect, surface roughness, change in surfaceand elements, transfer in metal casting slag trap, gating ratio, sprue, design of gating systemand roll torque, power-d friction, deflection and flattening forces in hot rolling- friction andand.optical flat, angle gaugesangle grain boundaries on dislocation- to determine the microstructure polished and etching-applications ;hardening processes- :Types of Strengthening mechanisms- size grain reduce, ionapplications and advantages:machining centers- :Grinding- types of machines- Grindingapplications and properties, microstructure- :Principal Non-ferrous Alloys- ,Copper, Aluminumattachments, accessories, tool- types of tools and operations for each operation- tool room lathe-automatic feed-d and feed, depth of cut- work holding devices- and types of operationbasic types of hobbing machines, hobbing machines and principle of the hobbing process,bend allowances, forces, spring back, bendability, minimum bend radius, bending methods-blocks-:Comparators- mechanical, mechanical- horizontal length and pneumatic, opticalboundary irregularity- on dislocation/strength and creep resistance- grain orientation, grain shape, grain size distribution, Effects of grain sizeboundary sliding- Mechanism of creep deformation- threshold for creep- against preventionbroach strength- Milling .surface roughness and tool materials obtainable in each operationchanges in austenite, pearlite, ferrite, cementite, pearlite- interlamellar spacing of pearlite to strengthChromium .etc m-steels:Enhancement of steel properties by adding alloying elements-cleaning of castings- defects in castings- quality control and inspection- :Casting- ,continuouscomparator-:Angle measurements- dial gauge and sine bar, three disc- measurement of taperConventional Machining Processes :Turning machines- Types- and method of holding workcounter sinking, trepanning-:Reaming- types of reamers- nomenclature tool on- cutting forces-Creep curves- Creep tests- Structural:sub-structural change, deformation by slip-grain, grain formationcreep- .applications :Super plasticitycrystal structure determined by X- ray diffraction method- ,Fick's laws, Diffusion in solidscutting-:Arc welding- governing factor in fusion welding, polarity, equipment, applications-deformation zone geometry-:die forging- Syllabus for B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering,degrees of freedom-:clamping principle- clamping types- work holding principle- Diedendritic growth, under cooling, Homogeneous and heterogeneous nuclei formation grain, growthDetailed discussion on Iron- with microstructure and properties diagram Carbon equilibriumDetermination of atomic packing factor of CS, BCC, FCC, coordination number ;densitiesdifferent types abrasive of types different structure, grade, bond of types different, grain size, s- marking systemdislocation movement:on alloying elements formation, polymorphic transformation temperature, tenDispersion hardening- er ;recovery ;Detailed discussion on strain hardening:Cold working-distortions and heat flow, input- Gas weld:ing- filler rods and fluxes, equipment, details- flamedrilling-:Boring- tool geometry, types of boring machines- ,spot facing, counterboringdriving force for grain growth ;effect of grain size, recrystallization temperature Gandhi Universityductile fracture- Griffith's theory of brittle fracture- stress raiser, stress concentration- Effect ofduplicating lathe- Capstan and Turret lathe- knurling-:Drilling- types of drilling machines-electromagnetic, hydraulic, and explosive forming- :Deep drawing- deep draw ,drawabilityElectron configurations (basic only)- :Primary bonds- bond energy :Ionic and Covalent bondEngineering Metrology :General measurements concepts- ;Principles for achieving accuracyerrors errors drunken, erratic, random, progressive ;s-:Fits and tolerances- and hole :types of fitsetc drawing of flat strips, ideal deformation and friction- drawing defects- .drawing practicesexamples of work done- shaping of V- blocks, planing of guide gibs, slotting of keyways-flux cored arc welding- resistance, thermit solid state welding- Electron and laser beamfor forging- non destructive testing-:Wire and rod drawing mechanics- ,ideal deformationforces acting on molding flasks, chaplets, machines, prints- :Gating system- heat and fluid flowforgeability tests- material and die design- equipments- heating in forging- quality assuranceHall- low and high significance ;Petch equationHardenability, Jominy end quench test, applications, - hardness and microhardness tests- surfacehob wear, spur gear hobbing, helical gear hobbing, different hobbing techniques, nomenclature of hobhobbing-:Gear shaping- principle of gear shaping process- gear finishing- gear errors- ThreadI, rolling of tubes, wheels, axles- .gear rolling, beam thread:Forging- classificationin metal cutting its applications and thermal fatigue, fatigue- Mechanism of fatigue failure-in- plane strain forging, under sticking condition only, solid cylindrical, rectangular work pieceinitiation - Burgers vector- correlation of dislocation density with strength and nano concept-Lead and Copper, Silicon, Cobalt, Tungsten, Vanadium, Chromium, Nickel, Molybdenum-lubrication in metal forming- defects- cold and hot rolling- rolling machines- and strip velocitymachines- Inc( .comparison of casting with other production processes include necessary figuresManufacturing Processes :Patterns :- color, allowances, types code- :Molding sands-mechanical properties, corrosion resistance in improvement, transformation rates- ,Nickel steelsmechanism, classification- :welding design- heat, effect of weld parameters on weld qualityMetallurgy and Material Science ::Atomic structure - ,Correlation of atomic radius to strengthmethods of honing- types honing stones- honing conditions- cutting fluids- surface roughnessmilling cutters- different types of milling cutter- s- attachments forModule 1molding machines, types of mould, testing, properties, types, constituents- :Cores- types, sandsobtainable surface finish and economics, semi solid metal forming and squeeze casting- castingobtainable-:Burnishing- obtainable surface roughness and processes:Gear cutting process .-obtainable-:Lapping- types of hand lapping- types of lapping machines- surface roughnessof alloying of pure metals and the need for- Hume's theory, solid solutions, classification of alloysof elasticity in metal of coefficient and coefficient of thermal expansion, modulus of elasticityof FCC-:Modes of plastic deformation- ,Slip correlation of slip system, Schmid's law, twinningof grinding wheel- Grinding fluids- Truing and dressing of grinding wheel- Grindingon plastic deformation on crack propagation- intergranular, transgranular fracture- Effect ofone degree of freedom, complete constraints:Kinematics-:Gauge blocks- ,gauge materialsPolymorphism and allotropy-:Miller Indices- slip system, brittleness of BCC, HCP and ductilityprimary and secondary stress raisers- S, Characteristics of fatigue failure- N-curve- Factorsproperties, microstructure, composition of study, Titanium, Nickel, Magnesium, applications, propertiesrange order- Effects of crystalline and amorphous structure on mechanical properties-role of surface defects on crack, forest of dislocation, kink, jog, climb, cross slip, dislocationroll pressure distribution, mechanics of flat rolling- neutral point- roll, front and back tensionroll velocity- roll and roll pass design- theories of rolling and effect of parameters- calculation ofrule- multi, single phase- phase equilibrium diagrams- Gibbs's phase rule and lever rule- Coringshaft basis system-:limit gauges- presentation of gauge tolerances, gauge tolerance- Taylor'sShaping, planing and slotting .operations in each obtainable surface roughness and tool materialsSignificance of Frank and Read source in metals deformation:Mechanism of recrystallizationsurface residual stress, properties- Ways to improve fatigue life- on temperature Effect ofsurface, effect of temperature, standards and accuracy gauge of manufacturing and surface roughnessSyllabus for B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering. Mahatma Gandhi University recrystallization-system-:Rising- feeding devices, chills, rising design- Cupola operation and pouringsystematic and constant, accuracy Vs precision, methods for estimating accuracy and precisiontaper bores and plug ring gauges- Precision inclinometer, levels- Optical instruments for anglethe retardation of, displacement of the eutectoid point, grain growth, stability of carbides andtheory of gauging- limit gauges for screw threads- and Design of linear operationthread milling, thread grinding and, tapping, die threading, knurlingtypes and electrodes- TIG- GMA- 2CO process- and plasma arc, electroslag, Submerged arctypes and mechanism- .extrusion defects:Rolling- principles- types of rolls and rolling mills-types of drills- nomenclature of drill point- drill wear- types of chip breakers- cutting forces invariations in joint strength- Brazing and soldering- adhesive bonding- Metal flow :Extrusion-welding- explosive welding- defects and inspection in welding- grain size, heat affected zone
Module 8
Sec 2
- Role of HR in Counseling- Components of Counseling Programs- Counseling Effectiveness-.Competency based Compensation..management.Management Techniques- Eastern and Western Practices- Emotional and Self Managementand development- e- Career Concepts Compensation and Performance management- Roles-and Enrichment- Managing Career plateaus- Designing Effective Career Development Systems-Career stages- Career planning and Process- Career development Models- Career MotivationCodification of materials- storage design- stores layout- storage systems and equipment- storesCompetencies and Career Management- Competency Mapping Models- and Equitycontrol (SPC)- Control Charts- Total Quality Management- Just In Time- Six Sigma-e- employee profile- e- recruitment and selection- e- Virtual learning and Orientation- e- trainingEmployee Coaching and Counseling Need for Coaching- Role of HR in coaching- CoachingEmployee Health and Welfare Programs- Work Stress- Sources- Consequences- Stresshuman factors affecting work, Study objectives, basic procedure for workHuman Resource Development: Strategic framework for HRM and HRD- and Mission, VisionIndustrial Management : Materials Planning & Control objectives of materials- theinspection lead time and transport lead time, time- flow charting techniques to reduce variousIntelligence.Inventory Management Work Study and Procurement- Inventory control-Cost-Links to HR, Strategy and Business Goals- HRD Program Implementation and Evaluation-Management, Types, Effects of maintenance, maintenance- Reliability- ReplacementMaterial forecasting .make or buy decision, buying process- selection inventory control- Sparesmethod study- diagrams and Charts work measurement, diagrams used in method study- and objectiveparts management- Inventory systems- administrative, lead time analysis lead supplier, lead timePerformance and- Skills for Effective Coaching- Coaching Effectiveness- Need for Counselingpoor quality- Challenges- Quality Cost- Quality Assurance- Quality circle- Statistical processpreservation- stores procedures- stock valuation and verification warehouse and distributionProcedures- Purchasing method- consumption cycle- Records used in stock control-Professionals- HRD Needs Assessment- HRD practices- Measures of HRD performance-Quality Management Quality management systems- Factors controlling quality- impact ofRecent trends- .HRD Audit and Bench Marking, Strategic Capabilitysignificance of specification, standardization, function of purchasing and material managementstructure- components- Types of wages- methods of wage system- Characteristicstechniques of work measurement- Job Evaluation- objectives- methods- Factors affecting wagestypes of lead time- materials requirement planning- .aggregate inventory managementValues- Importance- Challenges to Organizations- HRD Functions- Roles of HRDWarehousing-,Definitions ,Role of work study, Means of increasing productivity
Module 6
Sec 3
,CO, NOx .Pollutants in SI and IC engines and IC- types combustion chamber for SI and IC engines.exhaust gas treatment) smoke intensity and NOx- Catalytic converter- Thermal reaction-.Fuel gas analysis .Exhaust gas composition .Combustion reaction of common fuels .combustionBasics of Thermodynamics, Combustion & I. C. Engines. - Working of two stroke and fourconventional refrigeration methods-.refrigeration systemsCRDI technology .GDI engines and MPFI systems .injections- Lubrication systems- types-diesel knock, delay- Air motion .controlling methods- Different .swirl, tumble, Squish motionsengine- Stirling engine- Stratified charge engine- RCV engine- .free piston engine FuelFlame propagation .ignition lag- Abnormal combustion- P, Combustion in IC engines .ignition noFlash point .fire point and viscosity index, properties of lubricants of Thermodynamics .Heat balance test- .Morse testinjection systems in SI and IC engines- .Fuel injection pumps- nozzle- direct and indirectParticulate and smoke, unburnt hydrocarbons ,CO, CH( .Measurement of emissionParticulate trap- Testing of CI engines .Indicated power- Brake Power- Volumetric efficiency-rating of fuels- Alternative fuels- Octane and Cetane numbers- Types of engines- Wankelrefrigerating machine and, heat pump- coefficient of performance- unit of refrigeration-Refrigeration :Principles- Thermodynamics of refrigeration- ,reversed Carnot cycle, Carnotstroke engines and valve timing diagrams of engines- Fuel .Petrol and diesel engine Ignition .air cyclesSuper charging and turbo charging- Combustion in SI engines.- P-θ diagram- Stages of combustion-systems- Battery and magnet systems- Fuels .spark advance and ignition timing- ,QualitiesVariation of specific heats .Dissociation- Engine cooling .systems- Air and liquid system-
Module 7
Sec 4
,Engine Temperature Gauge Fuel level indicator, Oil pressure gauge. .Navigational lightsand Lenses .Reflectors .Bulbs ,Wiring circuit Sound signals (Types) .Such as electrical gaugesand passive two terminal elements, Ohm’s law, Current relations for resistor, inductor,capacitor- Kirchhoff’s laws, Mesh analysis, Nodal analysis, Ideal sources, Voltagecircuits. Introduction to three phase systems- relationship between line and phaseConstructional details of Alternators fitted with Engines-special features, Electronic voltage regulators.Constructional details of DC Generators fitted with Engines-, special features Output regulators.current division, voltage division. AC:circuits- Sinusoids, Generation of AC, Average and RMSElectrical System: Fundamentals of DC- Introduction to DC and AC circuits, Active circuitsMotor Characteristics .& Lighting System: Electrical accessories- Head Lights-Starting of IC Engine (Petrol & Diesel)- and its drive mechanisms Starting Motor constructionvalues of connections, types of relationships. Generator & Alternator, :Motors Startingvalues, Form and peak factors, J-R operator concept, Analysis of R, L, C-
Part II
Sec 5
,Malayala Manorama, Swaraj, Mithavadi, Vivekodayam, Swadeshabhimani, Malayali,Poetry, Drama, Novel- Nataka Prabandham, Sahithya Pramukharu, Library,Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangam, Yogakshema Sabha, Nair Service Society, SNDP Yogam.Authorities.etc Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement.etc Sadhu Paristarana Sabha, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha.Programs like Employment Guarantee Program, Organ and Blood Donation etc..Services under the Union and the States.Vaikom Muhammad Basheer, Chandu Menon, Changampuzha Krishnapillai, Sankar KurupA Kumaran .G Varghese Mappila, Ullur S Parameswara Iyer, Vallathol Narayana Menon, NAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.and others K S Pattathuppu, Ponnukunnu Varkey, Thakazhi Sivasankaran Pillai, Kesava Devand others Kuttipuzha Krishnapillai, C M Joseph, Theerthanand Social .etc Environmental Acts, Food Security Act, Welfare Women & ChildrenAwakening Through LiteratureBlessy, Moorkoth Kumaran, K T Madhavan, Barrister G P Pillai, Kuriyakose Elias ChavaraBrahmanandam, Chattampi Swamikal.Ayyankali, Sree Narayana Guru, Thycaud Ayya VaikundarCentre- State Relations- Legislative- .Financial and Administrativeeducational institutions founding.etc printing press.factories, instituEfforts To Reform The SocietyEmergency Provisions.etc movementetc, YukthivadiExecutive- Legislature- Judiciary- .Both at Union and State Level- Other ConstitutionalFundamental Rights- Directive Principles of State Policy- Relation between FundamentalGeneral Knowledge and Current AffairsGENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRSGENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALAIA, Kesari, Samadarsi, Kerala Kaumudi, Mathrubhumi, Bhashaposhini- ,Prabhatam, AmeenIntroduction to English education- various mission organizations and their functioning-Its significance and place in the interpretation of the Constitution- Preamble-K, P K Chathan Master, P K Vellon, Vayalar Ramavarma, Neelakandan NamboothirippadKandathil, Valiyaveettil Kochukunhi Thampuran, Kerala Varma Valiyakoil ThampuranKurur, V C Kunjuraman, Dr. Ayyathan Gopalan, P K Kesava Menon, C. Krishnan, KumaranLalithambika Antherjanam, Anna Chandi, Cheriyan and othersLeaders Of RenaissanceLiterary FiguresMakthi Thangal, Vakkam Abdul Khadar Maulavi, V T Bhattathirippad, Mannathu Padmanabhan, JosephP Krishnan, Swamy Ananda Theerthan .C Kesavan, R T Krishnaswamy Iyer, K A Gopalan, Anna PillaiPampadi John, Pandith K P Karuppan, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Mampuram Thangal, K P VallonParipalana Sangam Vala Samudaya Parishkarana Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam DharmaParvathi Amma, Lalitha Prabhu, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Arya Pallam, Neminemani NangeliPrinciples and Rights- Fundamental Duties.RENAISSANCE IN KERALARole Of Press In RenaissanceSatyagraha, Kuttankulam Satyagraha .Temple Entry Act, Proclamation, Temple Entry ProcSignificant Features of Indian ConstitutionSocial (A)-Religious reform MovementsSocial Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities againstSocial Welfare Legislations and ProgramsStruggles and Social RevoltsTowards A New SocietyUpper cloth revolt.Channar agitation, Vaikom Satyagraha, Guruvayoor Satyagraha, PaliyamV, Palakkunnath Abraham Sivayogi, Dr Palpu (Kumaran Guru) Poikayil Yohannan, BhagavanandaWomen And Social Change
Module 5
Sec 6
:Clutches and Brakes - block, long shoe, double block, shoe & band, band, internally expanding shoe:Dynamometers torsion and belt transmission, epicyclic train, rope brake .Pony brake.centrifugal clutches, multiple2 position and 3 position synthesis- Overlay Method- Analytical synthesis techniques- Camsacceleration and velocity, Displacement analysis of simple mechanisms- Graphical method-advantage- Transmission Angle- Coupler curves- Description of some common mechanisms-and critical speed- design for static and fatigue loads- repeated loading- reversed bending- Designand Ratchets, Dwell Mechanisms, Straight line generators, Quick return mechanismsbending- shear center- curved beams with circular and rectangular cross section- Energyconcentrated loads, due to axial force, shear force, bending moment and torquecondition- 2 D problems in Elasticity Plane Stress and Plane Strain problems .Airy’s stressconditions- boundary conditions- Saint Venant’s principle for end effects- uniquenessDesign of welded jointsdimensional synthesis- Precision points- Graphical synthesis for four link mechanism- Function generator-displacement, velocity and acceleration curves- Cam profiles- Reciprocating and oscillatingdynamometers-power and effortelastic constants- equations of equilibrium- displacement relations- compatibilityfollowers- Tangent cams- Introduction to convex and concave Cams with flat footed followers-Force analysis of machinery - static and dynamic force analysis of plane motion mechanismsfour- bar chain, slider crank chains and double slider crank chains- Limit positions- Mechanicalfunction- solutions by polynomial method- for bending of a cantilever with an endgrinding mills- Rigid disc at an angle fixed to a rotating shaftin the kinematic analysis of simple mechanisms- Coincident points- Coriolis component of accelerationinertia governors- governor speed, torque characteristics of an engine- .flywheel and governorKinematic synthesis (Planar Mechanisms)- Tasks of kinematic synthesis- Type, Number andKinematics of Machinery Basic concepts and definitions Kinematic- ,Degree of freedomLaw of toothed gearing- Involute and cycloidal tooth profiles- Spur Gearload and bending of a beam under uniform load .Equations in polar coordinates- Lame’sMechanics of Materials Basic equations of Elasticity, Stress at a point with respect to a plane-Mobility- Gruebler’s criterion, Kutzbach criterion- Grashof’s Law- Kinematic inversions ofNon- standard gear teeth- Gear [Basics only] Rack and Pinion, Worm, Bevel, Helicalnormal and tangential components of stress- stress tensor- Cauchy’s equations- stressof couplings- Rigid and flexible couplings- Design of riveted joints- design of pins and keys-power and air, mechanical, hydraulic, block brakes- braking of a vehicle- ,single plate, conepower-controlling force diagram- quality of governors- sensitiveness- stability- effect of friction inprinciple of superposition- matrix methods- :Governors .method of virtual work- and effortPrinciple- Angular acceleration- gyroscopic effect on bearings, airplanes, and ships- coupleprinciple- minimum potential energy theorem- complementary energy- Torsion of non circularproblem- stress concentration problem of a small hole in a large plate- Axi-symmetric problemsrelation- Maxwell-Betti reciprocal theorem- Castigliano’s first and second theorems- virtual worksections- membrane analogy- torsion of thin walled open and closed sections- shear flow.sections- Saint Venant’s theory :bars- Prandtl’s method- solutions for circular and elliptic crossShafts and axle design- stresses- causes of failure in shafts- design based on strength, rigiditystability of automobile and two wheel vehicles- and gyroscopic stabilization of sea vesselsStrain energy of deformation :methods in elasticity- subjected to special cases of a bodystress and strain tensors- constitutive equations- generalized Hooke’s law- relation amongterminology and definitions- Gear tooth action- contact ratio- interference and undercutting-theorem, kinematic analysis by- complex algebra methods- Vector approach- Computer applicationsthick cylinders- interference fit- Un-symmetrical :Special problems in bending .rotating diskstrains- Train value, Speed ratio- Parallel axis gear trains- Epicyclic Gear trains- Differentials.transformation- principal stresses and planes- strain at a point- strain tensor- analogy betweenTurning :Flywheel and turning moment diagram :Gyroscope .engines .C.I for turning moment diagrams-types:Followers and- follower motion- SHM- Cycloidal- uniform velocity and acceleration-Velocity and acceleration polygons- Velocity analysis using instantaneous centers- Kennedy’s
Module 3
Sec 7
:Hydraulic valves Stop valve pressure control valve, shuttle valve, Directional control valve-:Pumps and motors . .Hydraulic accumulators .pneumatic and hydraulic devices, electric of.cylinder cushion, Telescopic cylindercenter tandem center valves and center- Circuit and Hydraulic circuits .their principle of operationflow control fundamentals, Piping terminology, control terminology, Flow divider and combiner .flow control valve-directional control valves- non-throttling, throttling- open center and closedHand .Principle of working-pumps- multi, double acting, single acting- Gear .displacementhydraulic pumps, Power transmission .nomenclature- Comparison characteristic, classificationsIndustrial Hydraulics: Introduction to hydraulics and Symbols .pneumatic devices /non-return valve-relief valve-counter balance valve-sequence valve- pressure reducing valve-p, piston motors- oscillating motor, ball piston, rolling vane, radial piston- .characteristicspower and, hydraulic press, Pneumatic Hammer- steeringProperties of commonly used hydraulic fluids- circuits used in machine tools- Riveter-pumps- piston pumps, vane, Screw .internal and external, gear ring- swash, axial piston pumpvane, gear motors, Types of hydraulic motors .bent axis pump, radial pumpvelocity control, of hydraulic pump- Different types of switching and its merits .Applications of unloading valve .Applications of pressure reducing and sequence valve- Typical hydraulic
Module 4
Sec 8
.Canal Rules, Harbor Craft Rules, Rule of Manning of boats/Ships/ on Safety equipments .board.Light and sound signals, fire appliances, Life saving appliances :Free surface .Inclining experiment .Trim and stability booklet .hydrostatic calculations and shipsGeometry of .Passenger boats and cargo vessels .General layout .Water tight integrity of vesselsHull: Various types of .classification of ships/boats .terms used in boat constructionpropeller types .effect- ,Fixed V.Rudder .Kort nozzle, variable pitchRegistration of boats/ships River Sea vessels, Inland Vessel Rules, Merchant Shipping Act .
Module 2
Sec 9
.characteristicsImpulse Momentum equation- applications- reaction principle- of propulsion.equation(Mach's number and Weber's number, Euler's number, Froude's number, Reynolds's number)and acceleration in fluid flow-Ideal fluids .continuity equation-irrotational and rotational flow-and speed diameters-Principle of similitude .Cavitation in fluid machines- affecting factorscavitation in pumps and turbines- pump, reciprocating pump :Positive displacement pumpschannel flow-Chezy's equation-most economic cross section- Fluid .hydraulic jumpcharacteristics- .applicationscirculation and vorticity-basic flow fields, stream function and potential function- .uniform flowcurved surfaces-buoyancy and floatation- stability of submerged and floating bodies- metacentricdimensional performance curves for pumps- effect of change of outlet vane angle, impellerenergy correction factors-applications of Bernoulli's equation- pitot, orifice meter, venturimeterEuler's head equation, centrifugal pumps- :pump characteristics performance- of selectionFluid Mechanics: Basic concepts-properties of fluids- pressure :Fluid statics- variation ofheight Euler's momentum equation-its limitations and Bernoulli's equation- and momentumHydraulic Machines Energy transfer between fluid and rotor, classification of fluid :Principlesin energy transfer of basic equation .shipscomponents of energy transfer in rotodynamic machinery-in parallel & series operation- .propeller pumps- Non dimensional numbers .model studiesKinematics-Description of flow pattern-streamlines, path lines, stream tubes, streak lines- velocityKowkouski's theorem .Boundary layer theory- -boundary layer separation-methods of controlling-lift and drag force on an aero foil, bluff body-characteristics-Hagen .work done- PoiseuilleNon dimensional parameters for incompressible flow machines- Head, Capacity coefficientnon-dimensional parameters, specific speed, working machinery, applications, efficiency andorifice, tube, weirs and notches- .rotameter flow through pipes- and laminarperformance and turbines and pumps rotodynamic machinery, velocity triangles stage, applications,power transmission through pipes-losses in pipes- parallel pipes in series pipes- hydraulicpressure-absolute and gauge pressure- manometers, Pascal's law- and plane on hydrostatic forcePumping machinery Rotodynamic pumps :- construction features- classification- of workingpumps from performance curves- NPSH required- NPSH available- multistage pumps- pumpsspecific speed, shape number, Reynolds's number, Power coefficient, coefficient- Nontotal energy line and gradient line-equivalent pipe-Moody's diagram- Open .water hammerturbulent flow in pipes-critical Reynolds number- Darcy-Weisbach equation-hydraulic radius-vortex, doublet, sink, Source-flow past a cylinder with circulation, spiral flow, tex-Magnus effect-wake-drag force on a rectangular plate-pressure drag-friction drag-total drag streamlined body-
Technical
100 Marks
DTP OPERATOR
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of DTP Operator in the Information and Public Relations department or DTP Operator Grade II in the Printing department.
120m
8s
#kerala-psc#dtp-operator#desktop-publishing#computer-fundamentals#printing
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Adobe in design, page make up, File management, Printing, Binding
Sec 1
Color ,color libraries and color separation, Bi-fold brochures and other custom layouts, rotation tool, drop caps, page numbering and insertion of special symbols.Document and column set up for a variety of publications, identification of tools ,use of rulers, guides and snap to guides, page formatting, formatting type including styles, sizes, leading ,tracking ,kerning, using the edit menu–cutting ,copying ,pasting multiple pasting ,editing stories, spell checking ,formatting paragraphs, moving/ resizing text blocks, leading adjustment etc.Placing graphics, resizing graphics, text wraps, setting up templates and style palettes, grouping and aligning objects, multiple pasting with “step and repeat: functions, graphic formats, links, resolutions.Styles and creating a custom style palette, use of templates, printing solutions and PPD’s and PDF’s generation.Costing and estimating of various jobs, preparations of masters/use of masters for taking out proofs.Types of digital printing, Uses in commercial operations, inkjet bubble jet/thermal printer /laser printer used for small and big formats, page composing through regional language software.Copy preparation procedures, copy fitting procedures, page making through adobe in design.principles of page make of Books, board room/seminar presentation material preparations.
Adobe Page Maker,Quark Xpress, Scanning
Sec 2
Creating a Publication setting up pages, changing document setup, using master pages.Creating and opening publication, using the tool box, working with palettes, text and graphics, starting a publication from the template, saving and closing a publication.Creating columns, creating styles and alignment.OLE(Object linking and exporting). TIFF image. PDF HTML formats.Printing of publication proof corrections with appropriate proof reading marks.Rotating and moving of text block and graphics, placing text file, setting tab, indents and leaders copying graphics between publication, positioning and resizing the logo.Tutorial- Positioning ruler guides, typing text, formatting graphics.Half tone separating & Trapping.Master pages, Master items &spreads .Page composing through Quark Xpress specifying Document, setting, creating and opening publications, use of plates & control.Scaling and stacking typing text.Setting up pages ,changing document setup.Typing & Text manipulation, positioning resizing.Preparation of OCR.Principles of scanning, Types of scanners(Flatbed&Drum) and its use, Resolution, DPI, LPI PPI, graphic drawings inputs of pictures, sketches etc.Use of scanner for picking up illustration, line drawing Setting of Scanner making of OCR.
Adobe Photoshop, Document Designing & Advance features.
Sec 3
Image Fundamentals, Digital image pixel.Resolution. DPI, raster image/bitmaps. Vector image/ graphics.Various File Format, Bitmap, JPEG, PSD, PDD,TIFF,GIF,VMF.Various Tools, Various palettes, Various Image Display Options , Various Edit commands, Various Image Commands.Graphic Reproduction Tonal Value, Tonal Gradation, Continuous tone, Half tone, Moirepattern, Highlight, Middle tone, Shadow areas, Contrast and other details, Photo editing Software, Color corrections techniques.
Fundamental &Basic of Computer Fundamentals
Sec 4
Bits, Bytes, RAM, ROM, ASCI etc.Computer ApplicationFile management, Folder, maintenances wizard, setting through Control panel.Input Devices: Keyboard, Mouse, OCR, OMR, MICR, Scanner etc.Introduction to computer, Hardware & Software.MS Windows and its use.Operating Systems: MS Windows, Introduction& Version, Desk Top& its terminology, Set up using Control panel, Windows accessories, File Management Folder Concept.Output Devices: Hard copy devices & Soft copy devices.Storage Media - Magnetic Disk, Hard Disk, Floppy Disk, CD etc.Types of software – System & Application Software Concepts.
Unit -7
Sec 5
Care and maintenance of the typewriter. Oiling and cleaning of the machine. Change of ribbon, minor repair work.Centering, horizontal and vertical mathematical judgement placement. Proof reading and correcting of error, proof correction marks, use of different types of erasing materials.Systems of typing, touch system and sight system, their advantages and disadvantages, arranging the materials for typing. Correct sitting posture while typing. Correct typing procedure, various parts of a typewriter and their use.Various kinds of typewriters based on the make, the type, the size, the language etc. Manual typewriter, electric typewriter, electronic typewriter, word processor.Visible and invisible parts of typewriter (margin stops, paper guide, paper release lever, line space guage, cylinder knobs, shift key, space bar, tab set key, ratchet wheel and pinion wheel, dogs etc.) and their functions. Insertion and removal of paper, keyboard, typing of alphabets, words, phrases, sentences and small paragraphs, typing of symbols not given on the keyboard.
Corel Draw,Graphic Design
Sec 6
Adding graphics symbols and specials character editing Formatting text & paragraph, hyphenating text.Applying and editing line ending shapes, splitting and erasing portions of objects positioning moving stretching and rotating objectsworking with multiple on screen color palettes.Applying special effects to bitmap by 3D. Effects blur effects, contour effects, Creating color separations, working with halftone and bitmap screens.Creating and editing blends, envelopes.Creating and modifying vector and bitmap.Importing and exporting files, OLE (Object Linking and Embedding) printing of document / design.Introduction Creating opening drawing. Setting up the drawing page. Using the rulers ,Grid, And guidelines. Viewing document. Drawing and shaping, Objects, drawing, moving and shaping object, drawing lines and curves, dimension line.Organizing objects, arranging &changing the order of objects.Grouping ,ungrouping locking and unlocking objects, Using and setting layers, Aligning &editing objects data, Working with pattern and texture fills.Working with style& templates.Principles of page design, Elements of design, Color-Define color, type of colors, impact of colors color wheelAchieving of different colors through appropriate color percentage.Selection of types(Fonts) for text/Display work, Preparation of Graphics, Creations Of rough sketches, Color Selections, Font& Image selection, illustration work .
Networking Concept , Word processing,Printing Process
Sec 7
Introduction, Merits and Demerits.File& Printer SharingIntroduction& Use of InternetLAN, MAN,WAN.Introduction, History of Printing and Types, Comparative Analysis of Various printing process.Types(Fonts) Type sizes, Different families(Style). Point system and other system of measuring, Casting off, Proof reading and its marks, House style, Composing Process Introduction of various methods of composing Computer to plate , Paper Introduction and preparation . Various paper sizes, Various paper calculations.Basics of Word processing, opening documents and Creating Documents Saving Documents/Quitting Document cursor Control, Spell check, Character formatting, Page formatting ,Adding borders and shading, Headers and footers, Setting up multiple columns , Sorting blocks, Margin & hyphenating, Text wrapping.
Unit – 8
Sec 8
Importance of typewriting in modern era. Latest Malayalam software in computer.Tabular typing, two columns table and multiple column table box, etc., display of tabulation work. Typing of financial and costing statements, use of carbon paper for taking out more than one copy. Methods using carbon (manifolding), machine assembly method and desk assembly method. Correction of errors on the carbon copies (paper being in the machine and taken out of the machine)Typing of addresses on envelopes, inland and postcards including window display chain feed. Typing of annexure and appendices to letters.Typing of letters, blocked, semi blocked and NOMA, simplified with open closed and mixed punctuations, syllabification (splitting of words at the end of the line). Typing of short letters and one page letter and letter running into more than one page.Typing on printed form like invoices, bills, quotations, tenders, index cards etc., typing of simple and confused manuscripts. Typing of orders, circulars, notices, memoranda, notes, advertisements, interview letters, appointment letters etc.
Technical
100 Marks
ACCOUNTANT
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the Accountant post in Kerala Artisans Development Corporation Limited.
90m
9s
#kerala-psc#accounting#finance#degree-level#commerce
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Part I: General Knowledge, Current Affairs and Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 1
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRSAwakening Through LiteratureNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcEfforts To Reform The SocietySocio-Religious reform MovementsSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Struggles and Social RevoltsMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Leaders Of RenaissanceThycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersLiterary FiguresKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersRole Of Press In RenaissanceMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcTowards A New SocietyIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Women And Social ChangeParvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSalient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes
MODULE VIII –AUDITING
Sec 2
Auditing Concepts – Nature and Limitations of Auditing – Basic Principles governing an Audit – Auditor’s Independence – Relationship of auditing with other disciplines – Auditing Engagement – Audit Planning – Audit Programme – Audit Documentation – Audit working papers – Audit Files – Audit Evidence – Procedures – Sources – Methods – Physical Verification – Direct Confirmation – Representation by Management – Obtaining Certificate – Internal Control – Concept of Materiality – Audit Risk – Concept of Internal Audit – Internal Control – Auditing in a Computerised Environment – Audit Sampling – Types – Test Checking – Analytical Review Procedures – Audit of Payments – Receipts – Purchases – Sales – Audit of Suppliers Ledger and Debtors Ledger – Audit of Impersonal Ledger – Audit of Assets and Liabilities – Company Audit – Audit Report – Qualification – Disclaimers – Adverse Opinion – Disclosures, Reports and Certificates – Features and Basic Principles of Government Audit – Comptroller and Auditor General and its constitutional role.
MODULE II – BANKING AND INSURANCE
Sec 3
Evolution of Banking – Structure of Banking – Types of Banks in India – Functions – RBI – Banking Practice : Customer and Banker – Relationship – Negotiable Instruments – Cheques – Types – Dishonour of Cheque – opening and operation of accounts by special types of customers – minor, married women, firms, company – Recent trends in Banking : CORE – ECS – EFT – SWIFT – NEFT – RTGS – Banking Ombudsman – Mobile and Internet BankingIntroduction to Insurance – Types of Insurance – Laws relating to Life and General Insurance – Various life insurance and general insurance companies – Insurance Sector reforms in India
MODULE I – ADVANCED ACCOUNTING
Sec 4
Final Accounts of Companies (revised format) – Accounting of share capital viz., Issue, forfeiture and Reissue of forfeited shares – Issue and Redemption of Debentures – Amalgamation – Absorption, External and Internal Reconstruction – Royalty Accounts – Departmental and Branch Accounting – Analysis and Interpretation of financial Statements viz., Ratio Analysis – Cash Flow Statement – Fund flow statement – Government Accounts in India – General Principles – C & AG – Public Accounts Committee – Indian Accounting Standards (IAS)
MODULE III – CAPITAL MARKET AND FINANCIAL SERVI CES
Sec 5
Financial Services in India viz., Merchant Banking – Factoring – Securitization of debt – Leasing – Mutual Funds – Venture Capital – Credit RatingIndian Financial System – Money Market – Primary v/s Secondary markets – Recent trends in new issue market – Stock Exchanges – Structure – SEBI as Regulator – Functions – SEBI guidelines for Primary and Secondary Market – BSE – NSE – Listing of Securities – Parties associated with Stock Exchanges – Methods of Trading – Online Trading – Stock Indices
MODULE VII – DIRECT AND INDIRECT TAXES
Sec 6
Important Definitions in the Income-tax Act, 1961 – Basis of Charge; Rates of Taxes applicable for different types of assesses – concepts of Previous year and Assessment year – Accelerated Assessment – Residential Status and Scope of Total Income – Incomes which do not form part of total income – Different heads of Income – Clubbing of Income – Aggregation of Income, Set off or Carry forward of Losses – Deductions from Gross Total Income – Computation of Gross Total Income and Tax Payable – Computation of Total Income and Tax Payable – Rebate and Reliefs – Provisions relating to Advance Tax – Tax deducted at Source – Provisions for filling of return of Income – Introduction to Excise Duty – Customs Duty – Central Sales Tax and VAT – Constitutional aspects – Basic concepts relating to levy, taxable event and related provisions – Service Tax (in detail) – Basic concepts – Point of Taxation – Exemptions and Abatements – Taxable Services – Valuation of Taxable Services – Invoicing of Taxable Services – Registration – Furnishing of Returns – CENVAT Credit Rules (Rule 1-9 of CENVAT Credit Rules, 2004)
MODULE VI – COST ACCOUNTING
Sec 7
Introduction to Cost Accounting – Objectives and Scope – Cost Centres and Cost Units – Elements of Cost – Relationship between Cost Accounting, Financial Accounting and Management Accounting – Material Cost – Material Procurement Procedures – FIFO, LIFO, Simple Average, Weighted Average – Inventory Control – Techniques for fixing of Minimum, Maximum, Recorder Levels – Economic Order Quantity – ABC Classification – Stock taking and Perpetual Inventory – Labour – Overview – Overtime – Idle time and Incentives – Labour Turnover – Efficiency Rating Procedures – Remuneration and Incentive Schemes – Overheads – Fixed, Variable and Semi-variable Overheads – Step Cost – Factory Overheads – Primary and Secondary Distribution – Administration Overheads – Selling and Distribution Overheads – Reconciliation of Cost and Financial Accounts – Costing Systems – Job, Batch, Contract, Process and Operating Costing Systems – Marginal Costing – Standard Costing – Budget and Budgetary Control
MODULE IV – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FOR OFFICE
Sec 8
Introduction to Information Technology – meaning – Definition – Components of IT Information and Enterprises – Information systems to support business functions – Management Information Systems (MIS) – Transaction Processing Systems (TPS) – Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) – Advantages of ERP – Benefits of an ERP system – Database Management Systems (DBMS) – Types of DBMS – Models – Office Automation Tools – Open Office – Word – Excel – Power Point – Access – Computer Network – Types – Internet – Software – Licensed v/s Open Source – Windows v/s Linux – Information Technology Act 2000 – Digital Signature – cyber Crimes – Offences and Penalties under IT Act 2000
MODULE V – FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Sec 9
Meaning – Importance – Objectives – Profit versus Wealth Management Principle – Role of CFO – Time Value of Money – Compounding and Discounting Techniques – Financing Decisions viz., Cost of Capital – Capital Structure Decisions – Leverage Decision – Trading on Equity – Different Sources of Finance – Investment Decisions viz., - Different types of Projects – Capital Budgeting Techniques – Pay back Period Method – Accounting Rate of Return – Net Present Value – Internal Rate of Return – Discounted Pay Back Period and Profitability Index Method – Project Ranking – Capital Rationing – Dividend Decisions – types of Dividend – Factors for declaring Dividend – Payment v/s Retention Policy – Different types of Dividend Models – Walter’s – Gordon – Modigliani and Miller Model – Linter Model – Graham and Dodd Model – Buy Back of Shares – Right issue – Stock Split – Reverse Split
Technical
100 Marks
WORKSHOP INSTRUCTOR ||| INSTRUCTOR GRADE II ||| DEMONSTRATOR ||| DRAFTSMAN GRADE II (COMPUTER HARDWARE AND MAINTENANCE)
This examination is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission for the recruitment of Workshop Instructor, Instructor Grade II, Demonstrator, and Draftsman Grade II in Computer Hardware and Maintenance within the Technical Education Department.
75m
7s
#kerala-psc#technical-education#computer-hardware#maintenance#engineering
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Part II e: Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Part II a: Technical Mathematics
Sec 2
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Part II d: Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 3
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Part II b: Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 4
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Part I: General Knowledge, Current Affairs and Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 5
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyako yi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI- Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
PART III – CORE SUBJECT
Sec 6
Microprocessors - General Architecture of a Computer System - evolution of Intel microprocessor architecture- Software Architecture of 8086 - Memory Address Space and Data Organization - Data Types Segment Registers and Memory Segmentation Dedicated, Reserved and General Use of Memory, registers, Generating a Memory Address, stack, Input/Output Address Space-Addressing Modes of 8086. Hardware Structure of 8086 – Minimum Mode and Maximum Mode Operation-Bus Cycles and Time states- Hardware organization of the Memory Address Space-Memory Control Signals, Isolated and memory mapped I/O Instruction Set of 8086 – clearing, Setting and Toggling Bits of an operands, isolating the value of a Bit in an operand, Alignment of data in operands, Subroutines and Subroutine Handling, Assembly Language Programming concepts, Interrupts, Interfacing with – Programmable Peripheral Interfac, DMA Controller, Keyboard and Display Interfacing, Pentium Processors Architecture,Introduction to MMX, Intel Pentium II,III, IV Processor – Hyper Threading Technology.Number System and Boolean algebra- binary codes, other codes like ASCII, EBCDIC, etc, binary arithmetic, Introduction to logic gates, Universal property of NAND and NOR gates, the sum of products (SOP) expression, product of sum (POS) expression, Logic simplification and logic families, Boolean theorems and postulates, SSI, MSI, LSI, VLSI and ULSI, existing logic families, positive and negative logic, TTL, TTL inverter, ECL, high threshold logic, CMOS logic family, Comparison of logic families, Combinational Logic Circuits - multiplexer/data selector, Encoders and decoders. Sequential Logic Circuits – Shift registers, counters.Motherboard organization, Form Factors, Processor Slots and Sockets. CMOS & BIOS - Plug and Play(PnP), Expansion Bus Architecture – North and South Bridges,Expansion cards – Processor and cache, Chipsets and Controllers, CPU Over clocking and Throttling, SMPS & connectors, Video RAMs, Memory Packages, Memory Parity and ECC, Memory Mapping, Storage devices, Seek time Latency time, acess time, Drive Controllers and Interfaces – construction of hard disk, recording and reading of Optical Storage Devices, Super Disks , Zip Drives, Thumb Drives, Flash Drives and SD cards, need of backups, Input Devices, IRQs, DMAs, I/O addresses, Keyboard organization and encoding methods, construction and working of Mouse and other input devices, Video Display Devices, working of CRT, Video display standards, LCD LED , working of different types of printers, Disk Partitioning, file systems FAT 16, FAT 32, NTFS, HPFS, Linux File System, System assembling procedure – different types of OS and their installation procedure, Trouble shooting & Maintenance systems, computer faults, network faults, data recovery tools, POST , error codes and beep codes, bench marking techniques.The role of system administrator, different linux distributions, man pages and other documentation, Linux file system hierarchy, Basic File & Directory management commands, streams, pipes filters and redirection, Basic shell programming constructs. Variables, expressions, if for etc; Job and Process Control Adding new users, groups, permissions, Managing File Ownership and File Permissions, File System Concepts, ext3 etc, Creating Partitions and File systems, File System mounting and unmounting, Maintain the integrity of file systems, GNU/LINUX booting sequence. Bootloader, kernel, init system, run levels, Demons/ Services, adding/editing services to run levels,Automating and Schedule System Administration tasks. Data Backup Strategy, Configure and use system log files, Software Installation and Management, Printing Services, Recovering from a crashed system – reinstalling boot loader etc, Kernel of Linux System and Drivers-Configuring/compilation/updating KerneBasic terminologies of Communication, different topologies, LAN, MAN,&WAN, analog and digital transmission, protocol architecture, ISO-OST, TCP/IP structures- various transmission impairments, guided transmission media, wireless transmission, signal encoding methods, various digital modulation – PCM – Frequency and Analog modulation, errors during communication, error detection and correction, Multiplexing, RS 232C standard-simplex .HDX and FDX transmission, Advantages of wireless communication - point to point and multi point configuration – switching techniques, polling techniques, data, security-ciphers-public key algorithm-RSA-Digital signatures.Computer networks - applications, overview of ISO-OSI architecture, Data link layer, framing, error control, flow control, MAC sub layer, Aloha-CSMA-CSMA/CD-Ethernet-LLC-ATM networks, Network layer – routing algorithms, congestion control algorithms, IP protocol, flow control crash recovery, Application layer, DNS-email,Network management service – Virtual LAN,Wireless technology, Wireless Access Point, IEEE 802.11 standard, bluetooth protocols.C Language-Date types, Tokens, Control structures, arrays, strings, user defined & library functions, storage class, Structures, Nested structures, Arrays of structures, pointers, dynamic memory allocation(DMA). File handling – Data organization, File attributes, File Operations, Text and Binary files, streams, working with streams, Direct access file – Preprocessors and macors, Command Line arguments, Error handling and GraphicsDatabase Systems – Entity tuple attribute, advantages and disadvantages, application Areas, database Users, Three sachems, Data Independence, Physical and logical data independence, Data models, Database Languages, ER model , ER diagram, Relational-model-concepts-keys-Relational algebra, Relational database Design, Mapping E-R Model to Relational Model ,Constraints, Referential integrity, Foreign keys, Functional dependency, Normalization, Transaction management – Transaction concept, Properties of transactions, Concurrent Executions, Serializability, SQL -Features of SQL, Data types in SQL, keys, referential Integrity, Transaction commands, Views, Triggers , Cursers, stored procedures and functions, database connectivity – ODBC, JDBC.Java Language – Object oriented Programming, POP and OOPs, concepts of OOPs, Overview of Java , Classes, objects and methods, constructors, Operator overloading, Function overloading, Inheritance, Polymorphism, Visibility Controls in Java, Interfaces, Multithreading and Exception Handling , Java API Packages, System packages, creating packages, Accessing Packages, Threads, Exception handling , Files in java, Concepts of streams, Stream classes, Applet programming, Applet life cycle. Windows and AWT, URL, Sockets, server side programming method, client side programming method, Remote class and interfaces.Computer Types, Functional units, Basic Operational Concepts, Bus Structures, performance, Multiprocessor and Multiprogramming, Memory Operations, Instructions and Instruction sequencing, Assembly Language, Basic Input/Output Operations. Accessing I/O Devices, Interrupts, Direct Memory Access, Buses, Interface Circuits, standard I/O Interfaces, Memory System Basic concepts, Semiconductor RAM Memories, Read-only Memories, Cache Memories, Virtual Memories, Secondary Storage, Fundamental Concepts of CPU, Execution of a Complete Instruction, Multiple Bus Organization, Hardwired Control, Micro Programmed Control, Pipelining.System software-assembler, loader, compiler , OS, types of operating systems, OS components. Process Management concepts, CPU scheduling concepts, process synchronization, critical section problem, deadlock Memory management concepts, paging, segmentation, virtual memory, Files Systems, I/O systems and managementIntroduction to mobile computing – application- cellular systems, internet working, Hidden&Exposed terminals, Near and Far terminals, SDMA, FDMA,TDMA,CDMA,GSM Architecture, handover , Satellite Systems – Applications, GEO,LEO,MEO Broadcast systems, cyclic repetition, digital audio and video broadcasting Wireless LAN – infrared/radio transmission, IEEE 802.11-architecture, Blue Tooth – applications, standard, usage models, Piconets, Scatternets, WAP, Wireless Local Loop(WLL),Virtual Private Networks(VPN),CDMA 2000, Wimax,WIFI,Voice Internet Protocol(VOIP), Mobile operating systems.Need for Microcontroller, comparison with microprocessor, concept of embedded systems, features of AVR family, Block diagram of AVR Microcontroller, Comparison of AVR with other controllers, data memory of the AVR Microcontroller, 10 Memory (SFRS), Internal memory in AVR Chips, AVR status register, General purpose registers of the AVR Microcontroller, Instructions of AVR, Assembly programming, Structure of assembly program, program counter and program ROM space in AVR Microcontroller, Harward architecture in the AVR Microcontroller, RISC architecture in the AVR Microcontroller, AVR time delay and instruction pipeline, 10 port pins of AVR, Different addressing modes, Accessing EEPROM in AVR, Macros, Macros Vs Subroutines. AVR Programming in C, Data types and time delays programs in C, I/O programming, Logic operations, AVR interrupts, Serial Communication of AVR, Interfacing different Ics/peripherals with AVR.
Part II c: Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 7
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Engineer (MECHANICAL)
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) in various departments, including Irrigation.
90m
17s
#kerala-psc#assistant-engineer#mechanical-engineering#degree-level#technical
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Salient Features of Indian Constitution
Sec 1
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.
Manufacturing Process
Sec 2
Arc welding- Carbon arc welding, Shielded metal arc welding, Submerged arc welding, TIG, MIG.Defects in forging.Defects in rolled products.Extrusion-hot and cold extrusion-Wire drawing-Rotary piercing-Rotary swaging, Cold forming-thread rolling, metal spinning.Forging- open and closed die forging, press forging, roll forging, types of forging presses.Resistance welding- Spot welding, Seam welding, Projection welding, Butt welding, Flash butt welding, Percussion welding.Rolling of tubes, wheels and axles.Solid phase welding-forge welding, friction welding, explosive welding, ultrasonic welding.Thermit welding, Atomic hydrogen welding, Electron beam welding.Types of rolling mills-Rolling of channels, I and rail sections.
Thermal Engineering
Sec 3
Combustion in CI and SI engines, factors affecting auto ignition, pre-ignition.COP-Effect of operating parameters on COP — methods of improving COP of simple cycle- super heating , under cooling.Different combinations of evaporator and compressor for different applications, Cascade system.Fourier law of heat conduction- One dimensional steady state conduction with and without heat generation.Gas turbine classification, simple cycle, isentropic efficiency and mechanical efficiency, cycle efficiency and work output.Newton's law of cooling-Dimensional analysis-Buckingham's Pi theorem-Application of dimensional analysis to free and forced convection.Radiation-Nature of thermal radiation-definitions and concepts- monochromatic and total emissive power-Intensity of radiation-solid angle- absorptivity, reflectivity and transmissivity -Concept of black body- Planck' law- -Stefan Boltzmann's law.Reciprocating compressor- equation for work with and without clearance volume, efficiencies.Vapour absorption systems - Ammonia - water system - simple system- Lithium Bromide water system- Electrolux- comparison with vapour compression system-steam jet refrigeration.Vapour compression systems-simple cycle - representation on T- s and P-h Diagrams.
Machine Design
Sec 4
Design of I.C engine parts- cylinder, piston connecting rod, Crankshaft, Flywheel.Design of spur gear, Helical gear, bevel gear and worm gear-AGMA standards.Pressure vessels, thin cylinders, Thick cylinder equation, classification and use of springs- deflection of helical springs - design of helical springs for static and fatigue loading - design of leaf springs.Shaft couplings, - stresses in couplings design of couplings.Thread standards - stresses in screw threads, Power screw- analysis of power screws.Welded joints - types of welded joints - stresses in butt and fillet welds -torsion and bending in welded joints.
Metallurgy & material Science
Sec 5
Equilibrium diagrams-Construction and uses-Equilibrium diagram of binary alloys: Eutectic, Eutectoid, Peritectic and Peritectoid reactions.Heat treatment processes, Hardenability tests.Iron-Carbon Equilibrium diagram, Isothermal TTT diagrams, Critical cooling rate.Properties, composition and uses of Copper, Aluminium, Titanium and its alloysProperties, composition and uses of various types of Cast Iron and Steels - Effect of various alloying elements.Surface treatments, Case Hardening, Carburising, Nitriding, Cynading, Induction hardening.
Fluid Mechanics & Machines
Sec 6
Flow through pipes- Turbulent flow through pipes, Head loss due to friction, friction factor, Mody's chart, Darcy- weisbach equation, Chezy's formula.Hydraulic Turbines : Impulse and Reaction Turbines - Pelton Wheel -Velocity triangles - Euler's equation - Speed ratio, jet ratio & work done , losses and efficiencies, design of Pelton wheel inward and outward flow reaction turbines , Francis Turbine.Positive displacement pumps- reciprocating pump - air vessels and their purposes - separation and cavitations - slip negative slip and work required and efficiency- indicator diagram- effect of acceleration and friction on indicator diagram
Thermodynamics
Sec 7
General Thermodynamic Relations - Combined First and Second law equations - Helmholtz and Gibb's functions - Maxwell's Relations, equations for internal energy , enthalpy and entropy, ideal and real gases.Properties of Gas Mixtures : composition of a gas mixture - Mass and Mole Fraction, Dalton's law, Gibbs -Daltons Law, equivalent molecular weight and gas constant, properties of gas mixtures -Specific Heats, Internal energy, enthalpy and EntropyThrottling process, Joule Thomson Coefficient, inversion curve.
Towards A New Society
Sec 8
Introduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.
Literary Figures
Sec 9
Kodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and others
Role Of Press In Renaissance
Sec 10
Malayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etc
Theory of Mechanism & Machines
Sec 11
Mechanisms - Degrees of freedom - Kutzbach criterion - Grashof s Law - Kinematic inversions - Concepts of mechanical advantage.Plate clutches - Conical clutches -Analysis of shoe , band , band and block brakes-internal expanding shoe brakes.Power transmission- Open and cross belt drive - length of belt - ratio of belt tensions - centrifugal tensions- initial tensions- V belt drive-Rope drive.Steering mechanisms .Straight line mechanisms - Watt mechanism - Peaucellier mechanism - Harts mechanism.Torque in epicyclic gear trains.Transmission angle. Coupler curve. Introduction to graphical and vector approaches.Types of gear trains-compound, reverted and epicyclic.Types of gears -Terminology- law of gearing - gear tooth profiles.-interference and under cutting,-calculation of minimum number of teeth, contact ratio, path of contact, arc of contact,- effect of friction in gears.
Awakening Through Literature
Sec 12
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etc
Women And Social Change
Sec 13
Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
Socio-Religious reform Movements
Sec 14
SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.
Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Sec 15
Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Leaders Of Renaissance
Sec 16
Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and others
Struggles and Social Revolts
Sec 17
Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Engineer (Electronics)
The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) recruits Assistant Engineers (AE) in Electronics for various government departments, including the Public Works Department (PWD), Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB), and other technical services. This role involves the design, development, testing, and maintenance of electronic systems and equipment used in public sector projects.
75m
9s
#kerala-psc#electronics#engineering#technical#degree-level
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Module V
Sec 1
555 TimersAmplifiers: single-and multi-stage, differential amplifiers, OPAMP applications, bandwidth and performance of amplifiers.Function generators and wave-shaping circuitsPLL principles and applications.Simple diode circuits, clipping, clamping, rectifier.Sinusoidal oscillators; criterion for oscillation; single-transistor and op-amp configurations.Small Signal Equivalent circuits of diodes, BJTs, MOSFETs and analog CMOS.
Module-1
Sec 2
2 port networksideal current and voltage sourcesKirchoffs voltage and Kirchoffs current law.maximum power transfer theoremmesh current analysisNodal analysisNortons theorempassive filterspower and power factor in ac circuitsResonancesingle phase and three phase circuitsSinuosoidal steady state analysisSuperposition theoremThevinins Theoremthree phase circuitsTransient response of ac and dc networksamperes lawbio savart’s lawcapacitance of simple configurationsCoulombs lawcurldivergenceeffect of dielectric mediumelectric field due to potential, line, plane and spherical charge distributionselectric field intensityelectric flux densityFardays lawsGauss lawinductancelawrece forcemagnetic circuitsmagneto motive forcereluctanceself and mutual inductance of simple configurations.
Module VII
Sec 3
Analog communication systems: amplitude and frequency modulation and demodulation systems- spectral analysis of these operations, super heterodyne receivers; realizations of analog communication systems; signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) calculations for amplitude modulation (AM) and frequency modulation (FM).Basics of Antennas: Dipole antennas; radiation pattern; antenna parameters.Basics of TDMA, FDMADigital communication systems: pulse code modulation (PCM), differential pulse code modulation (DPCM), digital modulation schemes: amplitude, phase and frequency shift keying schemes (ASK, PSK, FSK)Fundamentals of information theoryMaxwell's equations: differential and integral forms, Wave equation, Poynting vectorTransmission lines: characteristic impedance; impedance transformation
Module-III
Sec 4
block diagramsBode plotscontrollability and observability.lag, lead and lead-lag compensationPrinciples of feedbackroot lociRouth and Niquist techniquesstate transition matrixstatespace modelsteady-state errorstransfer functionBasic power generation conceptsbus impedance and admittance matricescable performance, insulationcircuit breakerscorona and radio interferencedistribution systemseconomic operationfault analysisHVDC transmission and FACTS concepts.load flowper-unit quantitiespower factor correctionprinciples of overcurrent, differential and distance protectionsolid state relays and digital protectionsymmetrical componentssystem stability concepts, swing curves and equal area criteriontransmission line models and performancevoltage control
Module VI
Sec 5
ADCsCombinational circuits: arithmetic circuits, code converters, multiplexers, decoders, PROMs and PLAs, implementations using universal gatesDACsSample and hold circuitsSemiconductor memories – FPGASequential circuits: latches and flip-flops, state machine representation, counters and shift registersTruth table, minimization of Boolean functions, realization of truth table
Module-IV
Sec 6
Speed time curvesBridges and potentiometersdigital voltmeters and multi meters, phase, time and frequency measurementerror analysis.instrument transformersmeasurement of voltage, current, power, energy and power factoroscilloscopesPMMC, moving iron, dynamometer and induction type instrumentspotentiometric recordersQ-metersTypes and characteristics, materials usedIntegrating spheres.Methods of measurements of earth resistance and insulation resistancetesting of electrical installations(house wiring and industrial wiring)Types of Earthing
Module-II
Sec 7
autotransformerDC machines – types, windings, generator characteristics, armature reaction and commutation, starting and speed control of motorsenergy conversion principlesservo and stepper motors.single phase induction motorsSingle phase transformer – equivalent circuit, phasor diagram, tests, regulation and efficiencysynchronous machines – performance, regulation and parallel operation of generators, motor starting, characteristics and applicationsthree phase induction motors – principles, types, performance characteristics, starting and speed controlthree phase transformers – connections, parallel operation
PART II
Sec 8
General Knowledge and Current AffairsRenaissance in KeralaNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Salient features of the ConstitutionServices under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc.Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Module VIII
Sec 9
Characteristics and principle of operation of Diac, Triac, Power MOSFET, SCR, IGBTDC to DC Converters : Buck and Boost Converters, half bridge and full bridge convertersInvertersprinciples of DC and AC motor control.Pulse width modulation techniquesRectifiers and filters: half bridge and full bridge rectifiers with RC filtersSMPSVoltage Regulators, voltage and current protection
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DRAFTSMAN(CAD)ARCHITECTURE
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Part II (e): Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Module VII
Sec 2
Application of different lines in drawings – different scale to different drawings – conventions used in building drawings – orientation of buildings – Data regarding to the design of Residential building, Educational building, recreational building, commercial building, Health building – Rules in KBR related to the design of above buildings.Colour wheels – primary, secondary, tertiary colours – tints and shades colours – Perspective drawing – terminologyElements of Interior Design – Principles – space modulation – furniture – different materials used – Evolution of furniture – Ergonomics – barrier – free design – colour theory – qualities, colour schemes, psychological effects of colours – colour and light, selection of colours – lighting – artificial and natural – general lighting, task lighting, accent lighting – quantity of lighting – fixtures – dimmer switches – Decorative materials that can be used for ceiling, wall and floor – method of application / fixing – curtains – carpets – role of fabrics – accessories – Indoor landscaping.Objectives of landscaping – Elements – aesthetic Natural and artificial – visual elements – softscaping – plants, their classification, function of plants in landscaping, shady trees, flowery trees, avenue trees, deciduous, evergreen – examples for each – botanical and common names of commonly used trees – shrubs and ground covers – their nature of growth and use – basic means of propagation of plants – grafting, budding, layering, separation – indoor landscaping – function, examples – lawn – its construction and maintenance – Terrarium – green house – bonsai – water in landscape – its function and different effects – garden furniture, lighting, fences – grading principles – water supply fixtures and drainage of landscaped area.
Part II (a): Technical Mathematics
Sec 3
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Module IV
Sec 4
Approximate estimate – types – Plinth areas, cube rate service unit. Units of measurements as per KPWD Rate analysis – standard data book. Schedule of rates. Abstract of estimate earth work computation – Trapezoidal and prismoidal formula. Lump sum lead and lift.Classification of stones – characteristics of good building stone. Bricks – qualities. Cement – types, uses – Test on cement. Mortar – type – mix. Plastering. Concrete – use – Pre-cast concrete. Ferrous metals – use properties. Timber – seasoning Defects – wood based products. Ingredients of paint. Commercial form of plastic. Properties of glass. Classification of glass. Insulating materials – gypsum, Bearing capacity of soil. Ultimate and safe bearing capacity – factor of safety. Brick masonry – type of bonds. Types of doors and windows. Different types of Arches. Pitched roof – types of truss. Stairs types – standards. Lift - parts of lift - escalators – definition. Ramps – definition – gradient of ramps. Distribution of water – Method of distribution. Hot and cold water supply system. Accessory fittings sanitary arrangements in building. Fire lighting systems – general principles concerning life safety. Emergency lighting, alarm systems. Illumination – levels of illumination required. Acoustic terminology – Properties of sound – Acoustical defects and remedies – Acoustical requirements of hall.
Part II (d): Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 5
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Module V
Sec 6
Climatic elements – characteristics of different types of tropical climate – hot-dry, warm-humid – composite and Tropical upland climate – Human body’s heat production, heat loss and thermal balance – subjective variables – thermal indices – ET, CET, and bio-climatic chart – thermal properties of materials – absorptivity, conductivity, thermal capacity, resistance, transmittance, time-lag, decrement factor, insulation – site climate – local factors, temperature, humidity, air movement, radiation, vegetation, sky condition, urban climate – means of thermal control – ventilation and air movement, mechanical controls, structural controls – shelters suitable for (1) Warm-humid climate (2) Hot-dry climate.Concept of line of collimation – Reduction of levels – height of collimation and rise and fall method Contouring. Characteristics. Theodolite – Transit and non-transit. Horizontal angle repetition and reiteration method. Types of traverse – deflection angles – Balancing of consecutive co-ordinates by Bowditch and transit rules. Gates traverse table. Curves – different types. Geometric of vertical curve. Remote sensing – Definition GPS fundamentals. GIS – uses and application.Different operations in chain surveying. Ranging, Chaining on sloping ground, obstacles in chaining, calculation of area. Trapezoidal rule – Simpson’s rule. Types of bearing – calculation of included angles. Local attraction. Dip and declination. Method of Plane table surveying.Principles and objectives of town planning – origin of town – neighbourhood unit – zoning aspects – objectives, uses, advantages – classification of roads, ring roads, bye-pass and through roads, freeway, express way – layout and details of street systems – different types of junctions, interchanges, different types of interchanges – road signals – road signs – parking – lighting – arboriculture housing – agencies of housing – National Housing Policy – slum – slum clearance programmes – parks and playgrounds – classification, different systems of parks, facilities to be provided in playgrounds for children of different age groups – Building bye-laws – study of local bye-laws – laws published in NBC – clarification of buildings – laws framed in KBR related to each building type – fire fighting requirements.
Part II (b): Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 7
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Part III: Engineering Mechanics and Structural Analysis
Sec 8
Definition of force – Resolution of force - moments - Centre of gravity of plane figures. Moment of inertia – Polar moment of inertia. Parallel axis theorem – Radius of gyration, laws of friction, Co-efficient of friction, Angle of reposeGrades of concrete – types of reinforcing steel. Position of neutral axis - Determination of moment of resistance. Doubly reinforced beams – Design aspect of singly reinforced beams, effective span – area of tension reinforcement, cover, spacing development length – T beams – M. R. lintels of different loading conditions.Shear in beams, Shearing reinforcement – one way and two way slab. Columns – slenderness limit – longitudinal & Transverse reinforce – Riveted and welded joint – strength of Joint. Effective sectional area of angles. Permissible stress in direct compression. Strength of compression members. Lateral buckling of beam – limiting deflection.Stress and strain – Young’s modulus. Poissons Ratio, simple shear – yield stress. Factor of safety, support reaction. Bending moment and shear force, Point of contraflexureTheory of simple bending – Position of Neutral axis slope and deflection – Deflection of cantilever and simply supported beam with point load and uniformly distributed load. Fixed beams – advantages – short column and long column – slenderness ratio – Euler’s formula – Rankine formula – Eccentric loading of Symmetrical columns – limit of eccentricity.
Module VI
Sec 9
Entrepreneurial development – characteristics of a successful entrepreneur. Structure of Architect’s office format of agreement and importance of agreement concepts and definitions of SSI. Tender – quotation – Earnest Money Deposit – security deposit – Work order letter. Contract – types. Arbitration. Project management. Need and functions. CMP & PERT Bar Chart – Principles of safety in construction.Indus Valley Civilization – characteristics – Buddhist architecture – characteristics – stambha, stupa, chaitya, vihara – Hindu – North Indian – South Indian – Central Indian – Islamic architecture – Imperial, Provincial – Mughal – Egyptian – characteristics, tomb architecture & temple architecture – Greek architecture – characteristics, orders of architecture, temple architecture, Theatres, Agora, Acropolis, Parthenon and Erechtheion – Roman – characteristics, orders, temple architecture, thermae, Forum, Amphitheatre – Gothic Architecture – characteristics – stained glass, buttresses, vaults, Renaissance period – characteristics – Influence of steel, concrete and glass an architecture in post industrial revolution period – new concepts, great exhibitions, bridges, factory buildings – Arts and crafts movement – De stijl movement – Art Nouveau – Eclecticism – Expressionism, Rationalism – Functionalism – organic architecture – Contributions of Louis Sullivan, Walter Gropius, Peter Behrens, Antonio Gandi, Robert Maillart, Pier Luigi Nervi, Richard Neutra, John Urtzon, Louis Kahn, Philip Johnson, Oscar Neymer, Kenzo Tange, Geoffrey Bawa – Works and Principles of design of F. L. Wright, Le Corbusier, Mies Vander Rohe, Charles Correa, Achyut P. Kanvinde, Laurie Baker – Kerala Architecture – characteristics – Ekasala, Dwisala, Trisala, Catussala (Nalukettu) – Temple Architecture – materials of construction – construction techniques used – Influence of climate, topography and materials on architecture – Elements of architecture – Principles of architecture.
PART -I : General Knowledge and Current Affairs& Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 10
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Part II (c): Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
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ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Sec 1
Adder, multiplexer, encoder, using primary gatesAnalog to digital conversion principlesBoolean algebraDigital to analog conversion principlesDopingFlip flops as memory elementsFrequency and time division multiplexingHalf bridge and full bridge rectifiersNegative feedbackP, N type semiconductorsPerformance parameters of amplifiersPrinciples and characteristics of diodesPrinciples of amplifiersPrinciples of amplitude modulation and frequency modulationRC filters for power supplyRC oscillatorsSampling of information signalsSynchronous countersTransistorsTruth table
AGRICULTURE ENGINEERING
Sec 2
Classification of tractorsMakes of tractors and power tillersPower tiller and Tractor Testing Power tiller, special features, clutch, gear box, steering and brakeTest code for performance testing of tractors and power tillers- material handling: belt conveyor, screw conveyor, chain conveyor, bucket elevators, pneumatic conveyingTractor engines, construction of engine blocks, cylinder head and crankcase, features of cylinder, piston, connecting rod and crankshaft, firing order, combustion chambersTypes of tests, test procedure, need for testing and evaluation of farm tractorCanopy management and crop regulationIrrigation and moisture conservationNutrient application methods in horticultural cropsPhysical and chemical regulationRoot architectureSpecial practices, training, pruning, ringing, notching, disbudding and pinchingWeed managementCleaning and grading air screen cleaners, cylinder separator, spiral separator, magnetic separator, colour sorter, inclined belt separator, length separators, effectiveness of separation and performance indexDrying, principles and theory of drying, thin layer and deep bed dryingHarvest operations Maturity indicesHarvesting methodsHot air drying, methods of producing hot airMoisture content, measurement, direct and indirect methods, moisture meters, equilibrium moisture contentOptimum stage of harvestPackagingPacking methodsPost harvest engineering, objectivesPost harvest losses of cereals, pulses and oil seedsPre coolingPsychrometry and Drying, Psychrometric charts and its usesShelling and handling, Principles and operation, maize sheller, husker sheller for maize, groundnut decorticator, castor shellerStorage of horticultural cropsThreshing, traditional methods mechanical threshersTypes of grain dryers, selection, construction and operation and maintenance of dryers
MANAGEMENT
Sec 3
Barriers to communicationBreak even analysisBusiness PlanCapacity PlanningCapacity UtilizationCommunication-Channels of CommunicationConflict managementConstitution of statutory compliancesCrashing networksDebt Service Coverage RatioDifferences between products and servicesFactors in site selectionGrowth and exit strategyImplementation scheduleIndustry AnalysisInventory Management-EOQ ModelLP Models-Transportation and assignment ModelsMake or Buy decisionMatrix OrganizationOperations Management (Execution)-ProductivityOperations Management (Planning)-Demand Forecasting-Moving average and ExponentialPrinciple of Management-Functions of Management-Planning, Organizing, Staffing, Directing, Controlling- Line & Staff functionsProbability of CompletionProfitability RatiosProject Management-PERT and CPMProjected cash flow statementQuality-Control charts for variables and attributesSix sigmaSole proprietorship, Joint stock, Private Limited and Public Limited CompaniesStart-up companies-SWOT AnalysisTips on powerful presentationTypes of layoutViability assessmentWork Study, Method Study
CIVIL ENGINEERING
Sec 4
Alternate building materialsBrickNon destructive testsStoneTests for cementTests for hardened concreteTimberTypes of cementTypes of concreteWorkabilityBearing capacityCompactionConsolidation characteristicsIndex propertiesPile foundationsSettlementShallow foundationsShear strengthStability of slopesThree phase systemAnalysis of framesConsistent deformation methodCore of a sectionDirect and bending stressesPrincipal stresses and strainsShort columns and long columnsStress and strainTemperature stressTheory of simple bendingThick cylindersThin cylindersTorsion formula
COMPUTER SCIENCE& ENGINEERING
Sec 5
Conversion from one system to anotherNumber systems – Binary numbersOctal and hexadecimal representationsRepresentation of BCD numbersRepresentation of fractionsRepresentation of integersSimple arithmetic operationsA simple model of computer with acquisition of data, storage of data, processing of data, output of processed dataDetails of functional units of a computer, primary storage and secondary storageSystem software - Operating systems – objectives of operating systems, compiler, assembler and interpreter (concepts only)Types of programming languages - high level language, assembly language and machine languageFormal definition of problemOverview of the solution to the sub problems by writing step by step procedure (algorithm)Problem analysisRepresentation of procedure by flowchartSolution – breaking a problem into sub problems
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 6
A.C. Machines – alternators and synchronous motorsA.C. Machines – three phase and single phase induction motorsD.C. Machines-applicationsD.C. Machines-characteristicsD.C. Machines-TypesTransformers- efficiencyTransformers- lossesTransformers- single and three phase constructionAnalysis of simple ac circuitsAverage, RMS values and form factor of alternating currentKirchhoff’s lawsNode voltage and mesh current methodsSolution of RL, RC and RLC circuitsSuper node and super mesh analysisHydroelectric, thermal and nuclear power plantsPrimary and secondary transmission and distribution systemsRenewable energy sourcesSubstation equipmentsTypical electrical power transmission schemeWorking of energy metersDifferent types of LT and HT consumersEarthing of installationsELCBMCBMeter board and distribution boardProtective fusesTariff schemesWiring different typesPower in three phase circuitsStar and delta connection
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 7
DensityFluid dynamics: accelerationFluid dynamics: Bernoulli’s theoremFluid dynamics: continuity equationFluid dynamics: momentum equationFluid dynamics: velocityHydraulic Machines: Impact of jetsHydraulic Turbines: Impulse and Reaction and related accessoriesMajor and minor lossesPascal’s lawPositive displacement pumpsPressurePressure lossRotodynamic pumps-Selection of pumpsSpecific weightSurface tensionViscosityCastingDrillingElectro chemical and discharge machiningForgingGrindingMachining processes, turningMillingPrinciple, application and advantages of CNC machinesRollingShapingSoldering and brazingTaper turningThread cuttingWeldingBasic elements of a vibrating systemForced vibrationsFree vibrations with viscous dampingLogarithmic decrementMachine and mechanismsMechanical vibrations: Types of vibrationsTypes of MechanismsUn-damped force vibrationsVibration isolation and transmissibilityAir cyclesBrayton cycleCarnot cycleConcepts of thermodynamicsMethods for improving the efficiency of these cyclesProperties of steamRankine cycleSystem, process, cycleThree Laws of thermodynamics
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 8
Bernoulli’s equation and its applicationDesign of fluid moving machineryEquation of continuityEquation of motion - Navier-Stoke's equationEuler equationFlow measuring equipmentsMaterial, momentum and energy balance in fluid flow through pipes and conduitsNewtonian and Non-Newtonian flowPressure measurementProperties of fluidsAssociated equipmentsConcepts involved in size reductionPacked beds and fluidized bedsParticle shape and sizeParticle size analysisSolid handling- particle size distributionSolid-solid separation: concepts of different types of settling, sedimentation and associated solid-liquid and gas-solid separation equipmentsBacteriological measurementsControl processesDrinking water quality standardsEffluent discharge standards for disposal on land, rivers and streamsMonitoring and quality standardsStandards adopted by CPCB and SPCBWastewater sampling and analysisWater pollution laws and compliance with standardsWater pollution: classification and characterization of water pollutants, sources, causes, effects of water pollutionWater quality parameters and standards
General Knowledge and Current Affairs& Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 9
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the ConstitutionCentre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and FinancialEmergency ProvisionsExecutive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional AuthoritiesFundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental DutiesSalient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the ConstitutionServices under the Union and the StatesSocial Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc.Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
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Abatement of Environmental Impairment
Sec 1
Air Pollution Control Strategies: Automotive and industrial emission control, green house gases emission control.Bioremediation: Current practices – bio-stimulation and bio-augmentation - microbes involved in bioremediation – bacteria and fungi; in situ and ex situ bioremediation; bioreactors; solid - state bioreactors - composting – different strategies; anaerobic digestion of waste; bioremediation in marine and estuarine systems, phytoremediation: approaches and types, factors influencing phytoremediation - advantages and disadvantages; application of genetic engineering in bioremediation; future trend for bioremediation – nanotechnologies.Green Technologies: green buildings, green chemistry, zero effluent and zero emission technologies, social forestry, sanctuaries and protected areas, 3R in environmental protection, carbon sequestration, biofulel.Solid and Liquid Waste Management: Physico – chemical and biological processes for waste water treatment.
Physical Processes in the Environment
Sec 2
Atmospheric Boundary Layer – Depth, structure, diurnal variations and their significance in pollutant dispersion; Meteorological factors affecting air pollutants – diffusion, turbulence and transportation, plume rise and stability conditions. – Wind Roses.Atmospheric Pollution – Natural and anthropogenic sources of pollution - Primary and secondary pollutants; Effects of pollutants on human beings, plants, animals, materials and climate; Acid rain, Ambient air quality standards; Noise pollution and human health.Clouds and Precipitation - Cloud formation and classification - Aerosols, condensation and ice nuclei, droplet growth – curvature and solute effects, water vapour diffusion, precipitation mechanisms; Weather modification.General Circulation of Oceans – Winds and surface circulation, Ocean Gyres, causes of ocean currents - Characteristics of convergence, divergence, upwelling & sinking of ocean waters, Ekman spiral and Ekman transport; Deep-sea circulation - Vertical structure of oceans - Salinity, temperature and density variations - Bottom water formation and Thermohaline conveyor belt.Groundwater Quality – Physical, biological and chemical properties; Groundwater exploitation and management - Safe yield, cone of depression and artificial recharge; Ground water pollution and salinity intrusion – Ghyben–Herzberg relationship.Hydrology – Global water balance, Hydrological cycle - Inter-relationship of surface, groundwater and stream-flow; Stream hydrograph - Factors influencing surface water - Influence of geology on groundwater – porosity, specific retention and specific yield.Properties and Structure of the Earth – Crust, mantle, core, earth’s magnetic field; Recycling of the Lithosphere – The rock cycle, weathering and erosion, sedimentation, metamorphism. Rock types – Igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks; Soil formation - Concept of plate tectonics and continental drift. Geological time-scales; Geological Hazards - Floods, Landslides, Earthquakes, Volcanism, Avalanche.State & Structure of Atmosphere and Atmospheric Circulation – Pressure, temperature, humidity, precipitation, radiation and wind - Vertical thermal structure of the atmosphere. Mean heat balance of the earth-atmosphere system, General circulation of the atmosphere and Indian Monsoons. Tropical Cyclones, Anticyclones and Local winds.Sun-Earth System – Kepler’s laws of Planetary motion; Seasons, Solar radiation – Radiation laws; Global distribution of solar radiation, effect of atmosphere on solar radiation – Scattering, Absorption and Reflection, Earth’s albedo, Terrestrial Radiation, Greenhouse Effect, Global Warming.Thermodynamics, Atmospheric Stability – Composition of dry air and atmospheric water vapour content; Potential temperature, virtual temperature, isothermal and adiabatic processes, dry and saturated adiabatic lapse rates. Stable, unstable and neutral equilibria; Inversions.Weather and Climate – Climatic zones, continental & maritime climates; Climate change and variability – Natural changes and anthropogenic causes of climate change, Climate feedbacks – Ice-albedo, cloud - albedo and CO2 feedbacks; Present day Climate variability – El Nino and ENSO events.
Natural Resources and their Sustainable and Optimal Utilization
Sec 3
Biodiversity : Threats to biodiversity : Endangered, endemic species and threatened species; IUCN threatened species of plants and animals; Red data book; Biodiversity conservation, Biopiracy.Energy Resources: Conventional energy sources; Bioenergy; Nuclear energy; Solar energy; Wind energy; Geothermal energy, Wave & Tidal power; Alternative fuels: Natural Gas and Hydrogen.Forest Resource : over view of major forest types in India with special reference to kerala – their characteristics; Social forestry; ecorestoration; Agroforestry – types and management; Role of forests in carbon sequestrationNatural Resources : concept and major types of natural resources.Soil and Mineral Resources : overview of major soil types and mineral deposits in India with special reference to Kerala.Water Resource : water resource types – surface water, ground water; water availability and uses, freshwater shortages, impact of climate change on freshwater resources, Management and conservation of water resources; Water harvesting and recycling; Watershed management.
Chemical Processes in the Environment
Sec 4
Chemistry of Atmosphere - Definition and importance of atmosphere, chemical composition of unpolluted air at sea level, thermal stratification of the atmosphere and chemical speciation in its different layers, chemical and photochemical reaction in the atmosphere, reactions of atmospheric nitrogen, oxygen, ozone and water, role of CO2 in the atmosphere.Chemistry of Geosphere and Soil - Chemistry of geosphere, nature of solids in the geosphere, kinds of minerals and rocks, their properties, rock cycle, stages of weathering, physical, chemical and biological aspects of weathering, sediments, clays, ground water in the geosphere; Chemistry of soil: soil formation, soil horizon and soil profile, composition and physiochemical properties of soil; water, air, organic and inorganic components of soil, ion-exchange and acid-base reactions in soil, micro and macronutrients in soil.Chemistry of Hydrosphere and Water Pollutants - Definition of hydrosphere, importance of water, distribution of water in earth, Hydrological cycle, Characteristics of natural waters and process that affect their composition, unique properties of water and their environmental significance, solubility of gases in water, Henry’s law, Acid-base, redox and complexation reactions in water.Environmental Chemical Analysis - Analysis of Air: Air sampling techniques and analytical methods for monitoring SO2, NOX, CO, H2S and suspended particulate matter (SPM), analysis of soil, water and wastewater - sampling, preservation, storage, pretreatment and analytical methods - color, turbidity, electrical conductivity, acidity, alkalinity, hardness, DO, BOD, COD, pH, redox potential, chloride, fluoride, nitrite, nitrate, ammonia, phosphate and metals; Analysis of Soil - Sampling and storage, pretreatment, extraction of organic contaminants, extraction of available ions, dissolution technique for the determination of total metal concentration in soil, determination of pH, cation exchange capacity (CEC), total and available metal ions, life cycle assessment.Instrumentation in Environmental Chemistry - titrimetry, gravimetry, colorimetry, spectrophotometry, fluorimetry, nephelemetry and turbidimetry, flame photometry, atomic absorption spectrophotometry, X-ray fluorescence and X-ray diffraction, potentiometry, gas solid chromatography(GSC), gas liquid chromatography (GLC), high pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC), electrophoresis.
Fundamentals of Environmental Science
Sec 5
Concept of environment and environmental health – multidisciplinary nature of environmental science - ecosystem structure, dynamics of communities, ecological interactions and population regulation, energy in ecological systems, concept of development and inclusiveness of environment in development, biodiversity as index of environmental health, ecosystem health and concepts in eco-toxicology, environmental economics and sustainable development, habitat degradation and ecosystems, remote sensing and GIS in environmental management, climate change and global warming, International environmental movement, environmental concerns in India, environmental policies and programmes in India, Environmental history of India, Environmental issues in India and Kerala; Environmental education and ethics.
Module 7 Environmental Impact Assessment and Policies
Sec 6
EIA in India: overview, current procedures, practices and guidelines; EIA of water resource projects, industries, mining and quarrying, highway construction, tourism developments.Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA): Definition, purpose and characteristics of EIA; global evolution of EIA; participants in EIA process, stages of EIA, types of EIA. Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and Environmental Management Plan (EMP); methods of impact identification; impact prediction; impact evaluation (assessment) and impact mitigation - air, water, noise, vegetation and wildlife environment with case studies.Environmental Laws : National and International - global warming, ozone depletion, acid rains, hazardous wastes, biodiversity.Environmental Management : systems and approaches, standards – international and national; Intellectual Property Rights; labeling environment friendly products (ecomark), Environmental Management Systems (EMS) - ISO 14000.National Environmental Policy and Regulatory Frame Work : Rules and regulations of Central and State Government and Pollution Control Boards for Environmental Protection; International and National Conservation agencies.
Biological Processes in the Environment
Sec 7
Environmental Biology - ecosphere and biosphere; Biomes and habitats – terrestrial, freshwater and marine; flora and fauna; biological diversity; ecological factors and variables; ecosystem dynamics – food chain, food web, ecological pyramids, ecological energetics, ecological succession and climax community; biological interactions : inter-specific and intra-specific; population regulation; carrying capacity; limiting factors – laws of minimum and tolerance.Microorganisms Interaction and Microbial Ecology -Foundations of microbial ecology and microbial interactions – mutualism, cooperation, commensalisms, predation, parasitism, amensalism, competition, symbiosis in complex systems; Influence of environmental factors on growth – solute and water activity, pH, temperature, oxygen concentration, pressure, radiation; Microbial growth in natural environment – growth limitation by environmental factors, counting viable but non – cultivable cells, quorum sensing, and microbial populations; Nutrient cycling interactions – carbon cycle, sulphur cycle, nitrogen cycle, manganese cycle, microorganisms and metal toxicity; Microenvironment and niche, biofilm and microbial mats, microorganisms and ecosystems, microorganism movement between ecosystems; Methods in microbial ecology – Examination of microbial communities as complex assemblages – number, type, microbial community structure, and constituents; Stress and viability of microorganisms; Microbial activity and turn over, recovery or addition of individual microbes; General perspectives on microbial
Impairment of the Environment through Anthropogenic Activities
Sec 8
Impairment of Atmosphere - Particles in the atmosphere: Chemical process for formation of organic and inorganic particulate matter, composition of organic and inorganic particles, reactions involving particles in the atmosphere; Gaseous inorganic air pollutant: sources and chemical reactions of CO, NH3, SOX, NOX, fluorine, chlorine and their gaseous compounds and reduced sulphur gases (H2S, CS2 and COS); Organic Air Pollutants: source and reactions of pollutant hydrocarbons, aldehydes, ketones, organohalogen, organosulphur and organonitrogen compounds; Anthropogenic Changes in the Atmosphere: acid rain, greenhouse effect and global warming, ozone layer depletion, photochemical smog.Impairment of Geosphere: NPK in soil, synthetic fertilizers (N, P and K), pesticides, heavy metals and wastes as soil pollutants, effect of mining and mineral extraction; effect of waste disposal in geosphere.Impairment of Hydrosphere: nature and types of water pollutants, point and non-point sources; elemental pollutants: heavy metals (Hg, Cd, Pb and Cr) and metalloids (As); inorganic species: algal nutrients and eutrophication - acidity, alkalinity and salinity, oxygen demanding materials, concept of BOD and COD, organic pollutants, pesticides and PCB’s and radionuclides.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 9
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, T K Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyankoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Investigator (Anthropology)/(Sociology)
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Investigator (Anthropology/Sociology) in KIRTADS (Kerala Institute for Research Training and Development Studies of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes).
120m
9s
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ECOLOGICAL AND MEDICAL ANTHROPOLOGY
Sec 1
Application of Medical anthropology: Application of anthropological knowledge in promoting health care in tribal and rural communities, health care system and health care services, health education, psycho-somatic and mental disorders.Ecological anthropology: Meaning and scope of ecological anthropology, definition of ecology, ecological community and human ecological niche, cultural ecology, environmental determinism, environmental possibilism, population ecology, system ecology, ethno-ecology, contributions of Wissler, Forde, Steward, Vayda and Rappaport.Exchange and Service: Barter, ceremonial exchange, reciprocity, redistribution (Gift, Potlatch, Kula ring), Jajmani system; Consumption pattern in subsistence economies, wealth status and social differentiation, economic change and adaptation in societies.Habitat, economy and Society: Food gathering, collection, hunting and fishing, pastoralism, shifting cultivation, peasantry, agriculture, industrial economies.Medical anthropology: Meaning and scope of medical anthropology, concept of health and disease in India – tribal, rural and urban categories, socio-cultural dimensions of illness, ethno-medicine, magico-religious curative practices and indigenous medical care services
INDIAN SOCIETY AND CULTURE
Sec 2
Approaches to the study of Indian culture and civilization: Folk-Urban Continuum, Little and Great Traditions; Universalisation and Parochialisation; Tribe-Caste Continuum, sacred complex, nature-man –spirit complex.Culture and Civilization: Culture and civilization, the emergence of civilization, Indian culture - tribal, folk, peasant and urban dimensions.Hindu religious and philosophical tradition: Sacred books of India, Indian social system - Purusharthas and Varnashramadharma, varna system, caste system, caste fission, and caste fusion, mobility in caste system, linguistic diversity and language cultures of India.Social Change: Modernisation, industrialisation, urbanization, westernisation, sanskritisation, concept of dominant caste; pecuniarisation, changes in the Indian village communities due to culture contact and globalization.The Tribes of India: Major Tribes of India with special reference to the Tribes of Kerala, transformation of tribes; Theories of transformation- Verrier Elwin to K.S Singh; Tribal movements, Tribal issues -forest, land alienation, indebtedness, poverty, illiteracy, displacement and exploitation by non-tribes.
SOCIAL AND CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY
Sec 3
Basic concepts: Culture, social structure, social organization, status and role, political organization, band, tribe, age-grade, chiefdom, rank-societies, law and justice in simple societies, customary and codified law, state and stateless societies.Family, marriage and kinship: Concept, definitions, typology, functions, universality of family and marriage, family and household, residence patterns, joint family system and changing trends, marriage regulations, incest, marriage payments, rules of descent, kin-groups, kinship systems, kinship behavior, kinship terminology.Meaning and scope of social and cultural anthropology: Nature, scope and branches of Anthropology, relation with other Social sciences – Economics, History, Sociology, Psychology, Archaeology and Linguistics.Nature of Culture: Attributes and paradoxes, culture processes, enculturation, acculturation, diffusion, cultural pluralism, ethnocentrism, cultural relativism, emic and etic, explicit and implicit.Religious Organization: Evolutionary, psychological, and functional approaches, ritual, myth, sacred and profane, religion and life-cycle rituals, forms of religion in tribal and peasant societies, animism, animatism, naturism, totemism, magico-religious functionaries, priest, shaman, sorcerer, witch, distinction between magic religion and science.
METHODOLOGY OF ANTHROPOLOGICAL RESEARCH
Sec 4
Basic Techniques of data collection: Observation as a technique, key-informant interview, genealogy-technique and its application, pedigree.Ethnographic approach: Nature of anthropological fieldwork, getting acquainted with the field, establishment of rapport, learning and using native language, informants/key informants, ethical dimensions of fieldwork, distinction between fieldwork and survey, ethnography as a holistic documentation of culture.Fieldwork tradition in anthropology: Fieldwork tradition in anthropology, restudy and reinterpretation, contributions of B. Malinowski, A.R. Radcliffe Brown, W. H. R. Rivers, Levi –Strauss and M. N. Srinivas.Preparation of Anthropological research report: Report writing, structure, steps and procedure.Research Design: Identification of broad area of research, review of literature, formulation of research problem, hypotheses formulation, determination of sample frame and size, the notion of control, selection of unit of study, mode of analysis.
SOCIOLOGY AS A DISCIPLINE
Sec 5
Concepts in sociology - society ,community, association, groups, social control, social change, social stratification, socializationDevelopment of sociology – Social and intellectual forces, philosophical foundations, rationalism and empiricism, public sociologySocial institutions – Education, religion, economy and politySocial Processes- -Accommodation, assimilation, co-operation, competition, conflictSociology in India - Subaltern perspective ( Ambedkar ), Structural functional ( M N Srinivas ), Marxian Perspective ( AR Desai )
DEVELOPMENTAL ISSUES
Sec 6
Development induced displacement, new social movements for getting land with reference to KeralaEnvironmental degradation ,global warming, climate change, deforestation and its impact on TribalsImpacts of globalization on marginalized communitiesPolicies and programmes for the preservation of tribal characteristicsRole of media in the process of tribal development
METHODS IN SOCIAL RESEARCH
Sec 7
Interpretation and presentation of data – graphic and diagrammatic representationPrinciples of sampling, advantages key termsRelation between theory and factsSocial science as a system of rules, science and common sense, scientific method and its applicationsTechniques of data collection – questionnaire, interview, observation, case study, focus group interview
SOCIOLOGICAL THEORIZING
Sec 8
Karl Marx – class and class struggleRecent Trends - Jurgen Habermas, Antonio Gramsci ,Anthony Giddens ( structuration )Theoretical beginning of Auguste Comte and Herbert SpencerTheoretical Developments of Emile Durkheim and Max WeberTransition from social philosophy to sociology, growth of science and technology, scientific spirit
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 9
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakkoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Superintendent (Finance)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Superintendent (Finance) in Kerala Agro Machinery Corporation Limited, focusing on financial and accounting principles.
120m
6s
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AUDITING
Sec 1
Auditing Concepts – Nature and Limitations of Auditing – Basic Principles governing an Audit – Auditors’ Independence – Relationship of auditing with other disciplines – Auditing Engagement – Audit Planning – Audit Programme – Audit Documentation – Audit working papers – Audit Files – Audit Evidence – Procedures - Sources – Methods – Physical Verification – Direct Confirmation – Representation by Management – Obtaining Certificate – Internal Control – Concept of Materiality – Audit Risk – Concept of Internal Audit – Internal Control – Auditing in a Computerised Environment – Audit Sampling – Types – Test Checking – Analytical Review Procedures – Audit of Payments – Receipts – Purchases – Sales – Audit of Suppliers Ledger and Debtors Ledger – Audit of Impersonal Ledger – Audit of Assets and Liabilities – Company Audit – Audit Report – Qualifications – Disclaimers – Adverse Opinion – Disclosures , Reports and Certificates – Features and Basic Principles of Government Audit – Comptroller and Auditor General and its constitutional role.
RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 2
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
ACCOUNTING
Sec 3
Company Accounts viz. Preparation of financial statements – Cash flow statement – profit prior to incorporation – Alteration of share capital – Business acquisition, Amalgamation and reconstruction – Accounts from incomplete records – Accounting for special Transactions viz. Hire purchase and instalment, investment accounts, insurance claims – Accounting in computerized environment viz. An overview of computerized accounting system – Salient features and significance, Concept of grouping of accounts, Codification of accounts, Maintaining the Hierarchy of ledger, Accounting packages and consideration for their selection, Generating Accounting Reports – Indian Accounting Standards and Overview – IFRS
COST ACCOUNTING
Sec 4
Introduction to Cost Accounting – Objectives and Scope – Cost Centres and Cost Units – Elements of Cost – Relationship between Cost Accounting, Financial Accounting and Management Accounting – Material Cost – Material Procurement Procedures – FIFO, LIFO, Simple Average, Weighted Average – Inventory Control - Techniques for fixing of Minimum, Maximum, Reorder Levels – Economic Order Quantity – ABC Classification – Stock taking and Perpetual Inventory – Labour – Overview – Overtime – Idle time and Incentives – Labour Turnover – Efficiency Rating Procedures – Remuneration and Incentive Schemes – Overheads – Fixed , Variable and Semi – variable Overheads – Step Cost – Factory Overheads – Primary and Secondary Distribution – Administration Overheads – Selling and Distribution Overheads – Reconciliation of Cost and Financial Accounts – Costing Systems – Job , Batch, Contract, Process and Operating Costing Systems – Marginal Costing – Standard Costing – Budget and Budgetary Control
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Sec 5
Meaning – Importance – Objectives – Profit versus Wealth Management Principle – Role of CFO – Time Value of Money – Compounding and Discounting Techniques – Financing Decision viz, Cost of Capital – Capital Structure Decisions – Leverage Decision – Trading on Equity – Different Sources of Finance – Investment Decisions viz; - Different types of Projects – Capital Budgeting Techniques – Pay Back Period Method – Accounting Rate of Return – Net Present Value – Internal Rate of Return – Discounted Pay Back Period of Profitability Index Method – Project Ranking – Capital Rationing – Dividend Decisions – Types of Dividend – Factors for declaring Dividend – Payment V/s Retention Policy – Different types of Dividend Models Walter’s Gordon – Modigliani and Miller Model – Linter Model – Graham and Dodd Model –Buy Back of Shares –Right Issue – Stock Split – Reverse Split
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 6
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
JUNIOR INSTRUCTOR (HOSPITAL HOUSEKEEPING)
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Junior Instructor (Hospital Housekeeping) in the Industrial Training Department.
90m
12s
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Salient Features of Indian Constitution
Sec 1
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.
MODULE VI : EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
Sec 2
Annual maintenance – Record keeping – Calibration of equipments – Registers for equipmentsEquipment maintenance including knowing the equipments required for hospital housekeeping - Ensuring proper custody – knowing the operation of the equipments – Safety – methods of operation
MODULE IV : HOSPITAL SANITATION & HYGIENE
Sec 3
Basic cleaning of hospital – Dusting – Sweeping – Polishing – Washing – Special cleaning of floor, wall, doors and windows, upholstery, elevators, furniture, carpet-telephones, venetian blinds, maintenance of toilet, water treatment filtering&purificationMaterials and solutions for cleaning – Different types of cleaning solutions and products – methods of cleaning – Types of disinfectants and detergents – Air pollution – Water Pollution – Land pollution – Health hazards
MODULE V : HOSPITAL LINEN SERVICES
Sec 4
Basic knowledge of linen and importance – Classification of linen – selection – procurement–storing – infrastructure facilities for linen rooms–collection of soiled linen - processing – incineration – condemnation –replacementMaterials management – Quality assuranceprocurement of linen from stores and laundry – washing & sterilization including various methods – issue of linen in wards – maintenance of proper sorting and accounting
MODULE VIII : WASTE MANAGEMENT & DISPOSAL
Sec 5
Colour coding and type of container for disposal of waste – Hazard warning signs – physical safety – personal protective Equipments (PPE)–Immunization of staffHospital waste – General waste – Waste sharps – Human Anatomical waste – Solid waste – Liquid waste – Chemical waste & Biomedical waste & SegregationTraining for staff checklist for tracking the activities of the staff – Registers for house keeping – Certification by pollution control Board - IMAGETreatment , Storage and Disposal – Transportation – Final Disposal of Waste
MODULE VII : HOSPITAL INFECTION CONTROL
Sec 6
Definition of hospital infection – Hospital acquired infections – Epidemiology of Hospital infection – prevention of hospital infection – types of disinfection - Method of sterilization – Aspectic proceduresHospital infection control committee - Hand washing – periodic Underground sump cleaning and overhead water tank cleaning
MODULE III : HOSPITAL SAFETY
Sec 7
Electrical hazards – First aid for burns and electrical shocks – Approval of Electrical Inspectorate Department – Operation & Maintenance of substation – Engaging appropriate Human resources – Periodic checking of all electrical installationsFire hazards – Classification of fire – Baisc methods of extinction of fire – Fire detection and fighting equipments – Smoke detector and fire alarm system – Maintenance – Repair – Annual maintenance contract – Statutory approval of Fire & Rescue DepartmentNatural hazards – Disaster Management – Awareness & training of disasters like earth quake , Cyclone, Flood , Mass casualty.
PART II
Sec 8
General Knowledge and Current Affairs& Renaissance in Kerala
MODULE II : HOSPITAL ENVIRONMENT
Sec 9
Identifying pests, rodents – control and eradication – Disease transmission by rodents and pests – control of mosquitoes, flies cockroaches and rats.Interior decoration and external beautification – creating environment pleasant to patients, staff and visitors – proper lighting and ventilation in different areas of hospital - flower arrangementsMaintenance of garden and Indoor PlantsOdour control – Identifying the types and sources of odour – Controlling and removal of bad odours – Equipments and materials used for odour control – knowledge about cleaning equipments and maintenance
MODULE I: BASICS OF MANAGEMENT
Sec 10
Principles of Management with special reference to Housekeeping services in hospitals – Planning, Organizing, Leading, Controlling & Staffing – Maintenance of Records and documents required for effective housekeeping services – Communication in hospitals – Basic awareness of computer for hospital housekeeping – Windows - MS Office – Data entry.
RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 11
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Sec 12
Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
INSTRUCTOR IN SECRETARIAL PRACTICE AND BUSINESS CORRESPONDENCE
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Instructor in Secretarial Practice and Business Correspondence in the Technical Education Department.
120m
9s
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MODULE – II FUNCTIONS OF MANAGEMENT
Sec 1
BudgetingControllingDirectingOrganizingPlanningReportingStaffing
MODULE – VI COMMUNICATION
Sec 2
Direct and Indirect, Upward, Downward, Horizontal, Formal, Informal, Written and OralImportanceMeaningPrinciplesQualities
MODULE – I OFFICE SECRETARY
Sec 3
CommunicationDuties and FunctionsFront Office ManagementMeaning and definitionAgenda, Minutes, ReportsQualificationsTelephone etiquettesTelephoningTour Plan Preparation
MODULE – V OFFICE MECHANIZATION
Sec 4
Advantages and disadvantages, Basic Computer Application, Formatting, M.S. Excel, Power PointMerits and Demerits, Different Machines
MODULE – VIII MODERN COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
Sec 5
Electronic MediaEmailInternetSocial Networking
MODULE – IV FILING AND INDEXING
Sec 6
Meaning and definition, Importance, Essentials of good filing systems, Classification of records of filing, Methods of classification, Methods of filingDefinition, Signature, Objects, Essentials of good indexing, Types of Indexing
MODULE – III OFFICE SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES
Sec 7
Layout of OfficeDrafting, Advantages and Disadvantages of office formsMeaning, Importance, TypesPaperless officeProcedures
MODULE – VII BUSINESS CORRESPONDENCE
Sec 8
Qualities of good Business Letterstructure of a Business letterBusiness Letter, Official Letter, Demy Official Letter, personal Letter, Letter to the editor, Banking Letter, Insurance Letter
General Knowledge and Current Affairs& Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 9
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcfounding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Introduction to English educationvarious missionary organisations and their functioningParvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Directive Principles of State PolicyEmergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level.Fundamental Duties.Fundamental RightsOther Constitutional Authorities.Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive PrinciplesSalient features of the ConstitutionServices under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc.Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
AQUACULTURE EXPERT
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Aquaculture Expert in the Fisheries Department.
90m
9s
#kerala-psc#aquaculture#fisheries#technical#degree-level
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Module 3
Sec 1
Advanced farming practices and value addition, eco labelling, aquaponics, biofloc techniques, RAS and organic farming.Farming practices for cultivable inland species: carps, catfish, murrels, tilapia, freshwater prawns and coldwater fishes.Grow out practices: pre-stocking and post-stocking management, harvesting, improved strains for culture such as GIFT.
Module 7
Sec 2
Algal culture.Brood stock management: availability, collection, transport, captive, rearing, maturation.Formulation and preparation of artificial feeds for larval rearing, microparticulate diets, particulate and mocroencapsulated diets.Nutritional quality of commonly used fish food organisms, bio-enrichment of fish food organisms.Nutritional requirements of fishes (carps, cobia, groupers, pompano, seabass, milkfish, mullets, pearlspot) and shellfishes(shrimps, crabs, lobsters, mussels and oysters).
Module 2
Sec 3
Aquafarm design and construction: Types of ponds, shape, size and orientation, design of embankments, pond bottom, pond inlets, outlets, sluice gates and monks; water supply channels and drainage systems, design considerations for integrated aqua farms.Design and construction of enclosures, pens, cages, raceways, flow-through systems and re-circulatory aquaculture systems, biofilters, effluent treatment systems.Equipments in farm and hatchery.Farm engineering-surveying-leveling-trapezoidal and Sumpson’s rule, site selection for aquaculture farms.Selection of site for aquaculture.Water resources and their suitability, quantity and quality assessment.
Module 1
Sec 4
Aquaranching, aquatourism.Candidate species in inland and marine aquaculture.Carps, catfish, murrels, tilapia, prawns/shrimps, cobia, sea bass and carangids.Different farming systems: cage cultureDifferent farming systems: composite/poly cultureDifferent farming systems: ExtensiveDifferent farming systems: integrated fish farmingDifferent farming systems: intensiveDifferent farming systems: raceway cultureDifferent farming systems: satellite farmingDifferent farming systems: semi intensiceDifferent farming systems: sustainable aquaculture.Different farming systems: wastewater-fed aquacultureGlobal trends in aquaculture.Relevance and scope of aquaculture.Status of aquaculture in India.
Module 8
Sec 5
Captive breeding techniques of commercially important indigenous and marine ornamental fishes.Global status of ornamental fish trade, present status and prospects of ornamental fish farming and trade in India, Indian ornamental fish diversity and its status.Marketing strategies, anesthetics, packing and transportation.Prerequisite for establishment of ornamental fish breeding, culture unit for entrepreneurship development.Socio-economic upliftment and ornamental fish culture.
Module 4
Sec 6
Environmental impacts of intensive aquaculture.Farming practices for marine and estuarine fishes such as pearl spot, sea bass, cobia, pompano, milk fish and mullets.Farming practices for shrimps.
PART II General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 7
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc.Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Module 5
Sec 8
Seed production and culture of brackishwater/marine fishes pearl spot, sea bass, milk fish, mullets, groupers, cobia and carangids.Seed production in catfishes, murrels and tilapia.Seed production of fishes : Carps-wild collection and transportation, bundh breeding, brood stock maintenance, design of hatchery, hypophysation, ovulating agents like Ovaprim, Ovatide etc., seed production of exotic carps.
Module 6
Sec 9
Seed production and culture of crabs and lobsters.Seed production and culture of mussels, oysters and clams.Seed production of freshwater prawns : Water quality requirements, feeding, health management, design of prawn culture and farm management.Shrimp seed production:brood stock maintenance, larval stages, feeding, water quality requirements, health management, packing and transportation, design of shrimp hatchery.
Technical
100 Marks
VOCATIONAL TEACHER AGRICULTURE
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Vocational Teacher - Agriculture in the Kerala Vocational Higher Secondary Education Department.
90m
6s
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PLANT PROTECTION
Sec 1
Abundance and success of insects – Beneficial, productive and harmful insects – categories of pests of agriculture – Tools of integrated pest management (IPM) – host plant resistance, cultural, mechanical, physical, legislative, biological (macrobial and microbial control), chemical (synthetic, new molecules with novel mode of action) and botanical pesticides – Use of repellants, antifeedants, pheromones, chitin synthesis inhibitors, irradication (genetic control) and biotechnology (transgenic plants) in pest management, plant protection equipment – Bionomics, damage caused and management practices of pests of coconut, arecanut, cashew, mango, banana, other fruits, vegetables, tubers, pulses, tea, coffee, spices (pepper, cardamom, ginger), ornamentals and medicinal plants – pests of stored products – their preventive and curative management.Bionomics, damage caused and management – of non insect pests of agriculture – nematodes, mites, rodnuts, birds, molluscs (snail) etc.Biotechnology in plant disease management – integrated plant disease management.Economic importance, symptoms, cause, epidemiology, disease cycle and integrated management of disease or rice, wheat, sugarcane, groundnut, pulses, vegetables, tubers, citrus, mango, banana, grapevine, pineapple, papaya, guava, sapota, cashew, apple, coconut, arecanut, cocoa, black pepper, ginger, cardamom, tree spices, oil palm, betelvine, coffee, tea, rubber and ornamentals.Important plant pathogens – fungi, bacteria, phytoplasma, spiroplasma, viruses – algae, protozoa and phanerogamic parasites, phenomenon of infection and pathogenesis.Principles of crop diseases management – plant quarantine – cultural control – biological control (biocontrol agents, PGPR), physical methods (soil solarisation, heat treatment), chemical control – fungicides – inorganic, organic, systemic, antibiotics – plant diseases resistance.
PLANT BREEDING AND GENETICS
Sec 2
Biological Diversity Act 2002.Convention on Biological Diversity, National Biodiversity Board.Exploitation of heterosis in crop improvement – coconut, tapioca, rice, maize and vegetable crops.Germplasm – Methods of conservation and utilization in crop improvement.Improved varieties of crops – coconut, rice pulses and oil seeds.Induction of variability – Hybridisation, Mutation and Polyploidy and its utilization in crop improvement.Intellectual Property Rights – Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Act (PPVFRA) and Geographical Indications.Production of quality seedlings in coconut.Seed Act 1966 – seed certification agencies, procedure, field inspection, seed testing, seed certification standards and classes of seed.Seed Bill 2004.
MODULE 8
Sec 3
Crop stand establishment and planting geometry and their effect on crop growth and yield – cropping systems – terminology – plant interactions in multiple cropping systems – criteria for assessing yield advantage – major cropping systems of Kerala – (rice based – coconut based – cassava based – homestead farming) – organic farming – precision farming – Inegrated farming system – sustainable agriculture – LEIA – HEIA – LEISA – sustainable technologies for crop production.Economic importance – soil and climatic requirements – area and production – varieties – seed rate – spacing – methods of sowing/planting – manurial schedule, cultural practices and yield of major field crops of Kerala, viz, rice, tapioca, sugarcane, pulses, groundnut, sesamum and fodder crops, viz, guinea and hybrid napier.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 4
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRSNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhy Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning-founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
HORTICULTURE
Sec 5
Horticulture – definition – area, production, productivity of horticultural crops in India and Kerala – branches of horticulture – major fruit crops (Pomology) – importance, nutritional value – commercially cultivated varieties – improved propagation methods – methods of layout of orchard – planting systems, high density planting – factors affecting fruit production – training, pruning, top working - cultural operations – plant protection – harvesting, storage, marketing.Importance and scope of gardening and landscaping – styles of garden – garden designs – garden plants and other components for landscaping – special types of garden.Major plantation crops of Kerala – commercially cultivated varieties – improved propagation methods – factors affecting production – training, pruning, top working – methods of layout of plantation – planting systems, high density planting – cultural operations – plant protection – harvesting, storage, processing and value addition – marketing.Ornamental and flowering plants (Floriculture) – gardening and landscaping – cultivation of commercial ornamental and flower crops – post-harvest handling – principles and methods of extension of shelf life – methods of extraction of floral concrete packing, storage, marketing.Vegetables (Olericulture) – importance, nutritional value – factors affecting vegetable production – classification of vegetables – types of vegetable growing – summer vegetables, cool season vegetables – cultivated varieties – cultural practices – protected cultivation – plant protection – harvesting, storage, processing and value addition – marketing.
AGRONOMY
Sec 6
Importance of agriculture in National Economy – basic principles of crop production – National and International research institutes – classification of crops – tillage – tilth – soil fertility and productivity – water resources and irrigation development – water and irrigation requirement of crops – scheduling of irrigation for crops – methods of irrigation – measurement of irrigation water – application, distribution and use efficiencies – irrigation water quality and its management – water management in major field crops (rice, sugarcane, banana, cowpea, sesamum, groundnut) – soil erosion – water harvesting – watershed – types – characteristics and management – agricultural drainage.Weeds – definition – characteristics – classification – crop – weed competition – allelopathy – weed control methods – integrated weed management – classification, formulation and selectivity of herbicides – herbicide application methods and equipments – weed management in field crops, viz, rice, banana, pineapple, vegetables and sugarcane.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Professor
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Assistant Professor in Technical Education (Engineering Colleges).
75m
18s
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ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Sec 1
Air pollution: Sources and effects – Nature of air pollution classification, properties and sources of pollutants, acid rain – Green house effect – Ozone depletion – Effects of man, animal, vegetation and material dangers, atmospheric stability, lapse rates, inversions, plume behaviour and theory of pollutant dispersion, Air quality criteria and standards, methods of pollutant sampling and measurement.Control methods for particulate emulsions and pollutants – design aspects of Cyclone separator, Electrostatic precipitator – Bag house filter – Scrubbers – Different types – Indoor Air pollution controlEnvironmental Impact assessment – Environmental agencies – standards and legal aspects in Environmental management.Environmental Management: ISO standards – Ecomark – Green production – Kyoto protocol – Montreal Protocol – Euro norms etc.Introduction – Abiotic origin – origin of the universe – the radiation era – the matter era – the life era – nucleosynthesis – solid earth – formation of the earth – zonal structure of the earth – differentiation of elements – hydrosphere – atmosphere – biosphere – units of measurement liquids and gases – law of conservation of mass and energy – chemical equilibria – nuclear chemistry, impact of man on the environment: an overview, the biosphere, the hydrologic cycle and measurement of precipitation, the nutrient cycle, mathematics for growth – consequence of population growth – energy problem, importance of environment for mankind, pollution of air, water and soil, dangers of pollution and its solution.Legislation: Legislative aspects including water (Prevention and control of pollution) Act 1974, Air (prevention and control of pollution) Act 1981, Environmental protection act 1986 and effluent standards.Noise control: Noise control programme, noise control criteria, administrative and engineering controls, acoustical absorptive materials.Nuclear waste: Sources and nature of nuclear waste, treatment, storage technology for liquid, solid and gaseous (radio active) wastes.Solid waste management: Sources, classification and microbiology of solid waste, solid waste characteristics – health aspects, methods of collection and disposal, solid waste processing and recovery – composting, sanitary land filling, thermal processes, regeneration and recycling, city waste and industrial wastes management – biological methods.Waste water treatment: Design aspects of Preliminary, primary, secondary and tertiary treatment of waste water, recovery of materials from process effluents – anaerobic and aerobic sludge treatment and disposal – cake filtration and composting – methods of physiochemical and biological treatment of industrial effluents from fertilizer, petrochemical, pulp and paper, caustic soda, tanning and sugar industries. Alternate routes of manufacture and sequencing of operations as a means of pollution control, alternate use for by-product as means of pollution control, advanced treatment methods reverse osmosis and carbon adsorption.Water pollution: Sources and classification of water pollutants and their effects. Sampling and analysis.
BASIC ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Sec 2
Amplifiers & Oscillators – Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and non-inverting amplifier.Communication – Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM.Devices – working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT.Measurements – Working principles of CRO and Multimeter.Systems – Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and Inductors.
FLUID AND PARTICLE MECHANICS
Sec 3
Basic equations of fluid flow – continuity, Bernoulli’s and momentum equation – Torricelli equation. Analysis of Navier Stoke’s equation, dimensionless parameters and their significance, laminar flow of incompressible fluids in pipes and conduits, shear stress and velocity distribution in internal and external flows, concept of friction factor, turbulent flow of incompressible fluids in pipes and conduits – universal velocity distribution equation – friction factor and Reynolds number relationships – losses in sudden expansion and contraction – Fittings and valves, flow through non circular cross section – concept of equivalent length.Concept of drag and drag coefficient for typical shapes, streamlining, stagnation point – friction in flow through bed of solids, motion of particle through fluids in gravity and centrifugal field, terminal settling velocity, different regimes of settling, various laws, free and hindered settling, fluidization.Flow measuring devices: types, fluid moving machineries: Fans, pumps, compressors, blowers etc and their characteristics, mixing and agitation.Flow of compressible fluids – sonic velocity and Mach number – basic equations for compressible fluid flow – Isothermal and adiabatic – stagnation properties, flow processes – total energy balance – mechanical energy balance – Bernoulli equation – flow in pipes and maximum velocity – flow through nozzles and ejectors – critical pressure ratio in nozzles.Physical properties of fluid – Pascal’s law – Hydrostatic equilibrium in gravity and centrifugal field – Barometric equation – Lapse rate – principle of manometer, types, principles of continuous gravity and centrifugal decanter. Fluid flow phenomenon – Reynolds number – classification of flow – Turbulence – different types – Reynolds stress – concept of boundary layer, dimensionless parameters involved in fluid flow, flow in boundary layer – Boundary layer separation and wake formation, potential flow, rotational and irrotational flows.
HEAT TRANSFER OPERATIONS
Sec 4
Boilers: Different types of boilers and their classification, terms associated with boiler operation, heat transfer characteristics in boiler operation and determination of heat transfer rate, parameters to be considered in boiler design.Condensation: Physical mechanisms, types of condensation, factors affecting condensation, laminar film condensation on a vertical plate – condensation on spheres, horizontal tubes and for a vertical tier of horizontal tubes, condensation inside a horizontal tube – correlations, film condensation inside horizontal tubes, Drop wise condensation, promoters and inhibitors used in condensation, effect of non-condensables on condensation, Turbulent film condensation.Convection: Mechanism, overview of continuity, momentum and energy balance equation, boundary layer concepts – thermal and velocity boundary layers, boundary layer thickness, relationship between hydrodynamic and thermal boundary layer thickness, dimensional analysis – Rayleigh and Buckingham’s pi theorem, its limitations, principle of similarity, application of dimensional analysis.Evaporation – equipment and types, single effect and multiple effect evaporators, methods of feeding, evaporator accessories – vapour recompression evaporators – scale formation and its effect.Forced Convection: General methods for estimation of convection heat transfer coefficient, flow in a circular tube (both developing and developed flows with constant wall temperature – its analysis and constant heat flux conditions) and non-circular tubes, flow over flat plates, flow over cylinder, spheres and tube banks. Heat transfer in liquid metals – empirical correlations, analogy between momentum and heat transfer, development of Reynold’s and Prandtl analogy, comparison of different analogy expressions.Heat Exchangers: Types, constructional details and internal components and their functions, condensers, logarithmic mean temperature difference and LMTD correction factors – overall heat transfer coefficient – fouling factors – heat exchanger effectiveness – effectiveness- NTU approach, heat transfer augmentation, compact heat exchangers.Heat transfer by Radiation: Theories of radiation, electromagnetic spectrum, thermal radiation, spectral emissive power, surface emission – total emissive power, emissivity, radiative properties, concept of black and grey body, radiation intensity, laws of black body radiation, non-black surfaces, Lambert’s cosine law, radiation between black surfaces and gray surfaces, radiation shape factor, reciprocity theorem, radiation between large parallel gray planes – concentric cylinders and spheres (no derivation required), radiation between a small gray body and a large gray enclosure, radiation shields, electrical network analogy – radiation heat transfer between black surfaces.Heat Transfer with Phase Change: Boiling and condensation – dimensionless parameters in boiling and condensation, pool boiling – modes of pool boiling, nucleate pool boiling – correlations – parametric effects on pool boiling, forced convection boiling (flow boiling) – brief overview of external forced convection boiling and internal forced convection boiling – regimes.Modes of heat transfer – conduction: basic laws, thermal conductivity of solids, liquids and gases. Steady state heat conduction in systems with and without uniform generation of heat having constant and varying thermal conductivity, steady-state conduction through single resistance and composite resistances in series, Thermal insulation: Industrial insulating materials – cold and hot temperature insulating materials, refractories, analysis of critical thickness of insulation for cylindrical and spherical system, concept of optimum thickness of insulation, transient heat conduction in semi-infinite solids, lumped heat transfer analysis, heat transfer in extended surfaces.Natural Convection: Natural convection from vertical and horizontal surfaces under laminar and turbulent conditions for plates, cylinders under constant heat flux and wall temperature conditions, physical significance of Grashoff and Rayleigh numbers.
BASIC CIVIL ENGINEEERING
Sec 5
Building materials – common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel, aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification. Building construction – types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations and superstructure.Mechanics – statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction – applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics – rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion.Surveying – principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling work – reduction of levels.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING THERMODYNAMICS
Sec 6
Chemical reaction equilibria – reaction stoichiometry – equilibrium constant – standard free energy change – standard state – feasibility of reaction – effect of temperature on equilibrium constant – presentation of free energy data – evaluation of K – equilibrium conversion in gas-phase reactions – effect of pressure and other parameters on conversion – liquid-phase and heterogeneous reaction – reactions in solutions – pressures of decomposition in gas-solid reaction – simultaneous reactions – phase-rule for reacting systems.Compressors – single-stage and multistage compression – refrigeration and liquefaction – COP – various refrigeration cycles – general properties of refrigerant – Joule-Thomson expansion and liquefaction processes – power cycles – steam-power plant cycles – internal combustion engine cycles – gas-turbine power plant cycle.Fundamental concepts and definitions – various systems – intensive and extensive properties – Zeroth law of thermodynamics – First law of thermodynamics – applications – limitations. Second law of thermodynamics – general statements of second law – concept of entropy – calculation of entropy changes – Carnot’s principle – Clausius inequality – entropy and irreversibility – statistical explanation of entropy – Third law of thermodynamics.Properties of solutions – partial molar properties and methods of determination – Lewis-Randall rule – Raoult’s law – Henry’s law – activity and activity coefficients in solutions – effect of temperature and pressure on activity coefficients – Gibbs-Duhem equations, property changes on mixing – heat effects of mixing processes.Thermodynamic properties of pure fluids – Gibbs free energy, work function – Joule-Thomson coefficient – Gibbs-Helmholtz equation – method of Jacobians – thermodynamic diagrams – fugacity and activity of pure fluids.
MATHEMATICS (ENGINEERING)
Sec 7
Complex Analysis: Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor and Laurent’s series, residue theorem.Fourier Series: Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and even functions, Half range expansions.Laplace Transforms: Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property – inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.Matrices: Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and independence of vectors.Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order ordinary differential equations, systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations), Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.Partial Differentiation: Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) – Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.Vector Differentiation: Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator ∇ – Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal fields – scalar potential.
MASS TRANSFER OPERATIONS
Sec 8
Description of adsorption processes and their application – agitated vessels for solid-liquid adsorption – multistage fluidised bed adsorber for recovery of vapour – continuous contact adsorption: steady state moving bed adsorber – counter current adsorption of one component – adsorption of two components – unsteady state fixed bed adsorber – adsorption wave – break through curves and rates of adsorption.Distillation – types of distillation – fractionation – plate columns for distillation – condensers – reboilers – principles of rectification – material and energy balance – reflux ration and its importance – enthalpy-composition diagrams – difference points and L/G ratio – number of plates – feed plate location – minimum reflux conditions.Drying, equilibrium moisture content, batch drying, rate of drying, cross-circulation drying, mechanism of moisture movement, continuous drying, parallel and counter current, material and enthalpy balances, industrial dryers for batch and continuous drying.Extraction – applications – mixer rule – distribution curve – choice of solvent – single-stage and multistage operations – extraction with reflux – construction and working of mixer – settler cascades, sieve-tray columns and baffle towers for extraction – continuous contact extraction – design for insoluble liquids – construction and working of agitated towers, pulse columns and centrifugal extractors.Gas absorption, absorption equipment, multistage absorption, tray towers, continuous contact equipment, venturi scrubbers, packed columns, packing materials and characteristics, general constructional details of packed columns, solubility of gases in liquid, choice of solvent, material balance in counter current and concurrent absorption and stripping, multistage operation, tray efficiency, design of packed columns, dilute solutions and simplified design methods.Humidification and dehumidification, wet-bulb temperature and adiabatic saturation temperature, types of cooling towers, enthalpy transfer unit, general design procedure, crystallization – principles, purity, yield, energy requirements, super saturation, nucleation, rate of nucleation, growth of crystals, crystallisation equipment, MSMPR crystallizer.Ion Exchange: Principles of ion exchange techniques and application, modern separation techniques – concept of dialysis and electrodialysis – continuous dialyser – concept of diffusion and permeation – concept of osmosis and reverse osmosis – industrial application and design aspects.Leaching – factors affecting rate of leaching – stage efficiency – working principles of leaching equipment – thickeners, classifiers and moving bed leaching equipment, membrane separation processes – types of membranes – dialysis – pervaporation – reverse osmosis – effects of operating variables, concentration polarization – ultrafiltration.Molecular diffusion – Fick’s law – diffusivity and estimation – Mass transfer coefficients – film theory – f-type and k-type coefficients – dimensionless groups and dimensional analysis – elementary treatment of theories of mass transfer: penetration and surface renewal theories – interphase mass transfer – equilibrium – diffusion between phases – two-film theory – local and overall k-type coefficients.
PROCESS DESIGN
Sec 9
Design of heat transfer equipments: Design and drawing of heat transfer equipments such as Double pipe heat exchangers, shell and tube heat exchangers, condensers – tubular horizontal and tubular vertical, evaporators – single effect and multiple effect, crystallizers.Design of mass transfer equipments: Design and drawing of mass transfer equipments such as distillation columns, absorption and stripping column columns, their accessories, driers and cooling towers.
CHEMICAL PROCESS INDUSTRIES
Sec 10
Drugs and Pharmaceuticals: Classification, raw materials and manufacture of important sulpha drugs, analgesic, antipyretic, antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs. Formulations of Tablets, Capsules, Ointments, Liquids and Parenterals. Phytochemicals.Dyes and Intermediates: Classification, unit processes and unit operations in the manufacture of dyes, pigments and brighteners.Fuel Gases: Natural gas, coke oven gas, producer gas, water gas, LPG. Industrial gases: carbon dioxide, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen. Sulphur and sulphuric acid: Manufacturing of sulphur and sulphuric acid. Phosphorus and Phosphoric acid: wet process phosphoric acid, electric furnace phosphorus and phosphoric acid, single super phosphate and triple super phosphate. Chlor-alkali industries: salt, soda ash, baking soda, caustic soda, chlorine, hydrochloric acid.General study of food processing, food by-products, vegetable oils, animal fats and oils, waxes. Pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, leather, gelatine, adhesives.Glass: Types, raw materials, methods of manufacture, ceramics and refractories (general study). Pesticides: Classification of Insecticides, Fungicides, Weedicides, Herbicides and Rodenticides, Manufacture of Malathion, DDT, BHC, Nicotine, Parathrins, Heptachlor, Endosulfan.Natural Products Industries: Soaps and detergents, glycerine, pulp and paper, wood chemicals, Coal chemicals. Wood and Wood chemicals: Saccharification of wood, destructive distillation of wood, composite wood: - plywood, laminated wood, fibre board and particle board.Nitrogen Industries: Ammonia, nitric acid, urea, fertilizer industries, ammonium sulphate, ammonium nitrate, nitrolime, MAP, DAP and nitrophosphates, mixed and complex fertilizers, carbon chemicals, carbon black, activated carbon, synthetic graphite, calcium carbide, surface coating industries : pigments, paints, varnishes, lacquers, industrial coatings. Cement: Portland cement, constituents, types, raw materials and manufacturing processes.Petrochemicals: Primary processes for olefins, acetylenes, higher homologues, aromatics and their derivatives, propylene, acetylene, methanol and its derivatives.Petroleum: Classification of crude, characteristics of crude, chemical composition of crude, processing of crude – sweetening, atmospheric and vacuum distillation of crude, cracking and coking, refining, reforming, hydro-cracking and isomerisation. Production of lubricating oils, lube additives, Motor gasoline, kerosene, aviation turbine fuel and aviation gasoline.Plastics: Classification, techniques of polymerization, manufacture and uses of phenol formaldehyde, urea formaldehyde, polyethylene, poly vinyl resins, cellulose nitrate and cellulose acetate, processing of plastics. Man-made fibres: Manufacture of viscose rayon fibre, cellulose acetate fibres, nylons, polyesters, acrylics and modacrylic fibres, vinyl and vinylidines, glass fibres. Rubber: Manufacture of natural and synthetic rubbers, Styrene butadiene rubbers (SBR), acrylonitrile butadiene rubber (NER), polymethanes, silicone rubbers, polybutadiene, compounding, vulcanising and reclaiming of rubber, processing of rubber.Sugar: Manufacture from sugarcane and sugar beet, refining of crude sugar, by-products of sugar industry. Starch: Raw materials, manufacture from corn, maize, tapioca. Manufacture of Dextrin and Dextrose. Fermentation Products: Manufacture of alcohol, alcoholic beverages and High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS).
PROCESS CALCULATIONS
Sec 11
Energy balances: Heat capacity, specific heat and enthalpy, heat capacities of gases and gaseous mixtures, estimation of heat capacity – relevant rules and laws, calculation of enthalpy changes, Estimation of latent heat of vaporization, heat balance calculations in processes without chemical reaction, heat of reaction, standard heats of formation, combustion and reaction, heat of solution and heat of mixing, adiabatic and non-adiabatic reactions, theoretical and actual flame temperatures.Material and energy balance problems involving vaporization and condensation, fuels and combustion, heating value of fuels, proximate and ultimate analysis, Orsat analysis of flue gases.Material balances with and without chemical reactions, material balance in unit operations such as evaporation, crystallization, drying, absorption, distillation etc.Units and dimensions, conversion of units, dimensional analysis, conversion of empirical equations, mole concept and mole fraction, weight fraction and volume fraction, concentration of liquid solutions – molarity, molality, normality, ppm, density and specific gravity, specific gravity scales, use of mole concept in chemical reaction stoichiometry, ideal gases and gas mixtures, various gas laws, average molecular weight and density of gases, critical properties and compressibility of gases.Vapour Pressure: vapour pressure of pure liquids and immiscible liquids, ideal solutions and Raoult’s law, non-volatile solutes, humidity: Humidity and saturation: various term associated with humidity and saturation.
MECHANICAL OPERATIONS
Sec 12
Filtration – theory of constant pressure and constant rate filtration – cake porosity and compressibility – filter aids – types of batch and continuous filters – washing of filter cakes – centrifugal methods of separation including centrifugal filtration – continuous centrifuge-gas cleaning methods – gravity settling – cyclone separation – electrostatic precipitation – scrubbing, storage of solids, liquids and gases.Laws of comminution – mechanism and efficiency of size reduction – principles of important size reduction equipment – closed circuit and open circuit grinding – free crushing and choke feeding – wet and dry grinding – mixing of granular solids and pastes – degree of mixing – type and selection of equipment – storage and conveying of solids – silos, bins and hoppers – different types of conveyors – selection of conveyors.Particle diameter and shape factor – particle size analysis – sieve analysis – particle size distribution – cumulative and differential methods of analysis – mean diameters – specific surface area and number of particles – sub-sieve analysis – pipette analysis – beaker decantation – photo sedimentation – sedimentation balance – ICI sedimentation – elutriation – microscopic counting – permeability and adsorption – screening – effectiveness and capacity of screens and factors affecting them – types of industrial screens.Principles of free and hindered settling – equal settling particles – classifiers – types of classifiers – principles of mineral beneficiation: Ore sorting – electronic sorting, assay sampling, recovery, liberation, locked particles – Jigging -Wilfley table – heavy media separation – magnetic and high-tension separation, high voltage separation – types of equipment – batch and continuous thickening – kynch theory – design of continuous thickener.
PROCESS INSTRUMENTATION
Sec 13
Flow measurements – Liquid and gas flow measurements, ways of measuring liquids and gas flow, direct volume measurements, open channel flow measurements, turbine type flow meters strain gauge flow meters mass flow meter, measuring flow of dry materials, Thermal analysis – differential thermal analysis, thermo gravimetric, conductimetric analysis Chromatography and application, PH control temp control, heat exchangers, distillation column, reaction system etc.Introduction – definition of instrumentation – concept of an instrument – functional elements and functions of an instrument – classification of instruments, performance characteristics of an instrument like static and dynamic type, temperature measurement – electrical, non-electrical, contact and non-contact methods.Moisture content and humidity definition, moisture content determination by thermal drying, Instruments for measuring humidity like hygrometer, psychrometer, dew point apparatus, pH measurement using calomel electrode, composition analysis using spectroscopic methods like absorption, emission and mass spectrometers, analysis of solids by X-ray diffraction, Gas analysis by thermal conductivity, polarography & chromatography.Pressure measurement – manometers of U-tube type, well type and inclined type, Prandtl and air type micro-manometers, Barometer method for atmospheric pressure measurement, low pressure measurement by Pirani gauge, McLeod gauge, thermal conductivity gauge, Transducers of electrical mechanical type, density measurement using constant volume hydrometer and, air pressure balance method, gas density detector and gas specific gravity measuring system.
CHEMICAL REACTION ENGINEERING
Sec 14
Fluid-Fluid reactions: Rate equations, kinetic regimes for mass transfer and reactions, rate equation for instantaneous and fast and slow reactions, two film theory, film conversion parameters, pressure drop in reactors, accounting the pressure drop in the rate law, flow through a packed bed, pressure drop in pipes, simultaneous reactions and separations.Heterogeneous Reactions: Catalysis and catalytic reactors: Catalysts, types of catalysts, catalyst properties, steps in a catalytic reaction, Heterogeneous data analysis for reactor design, catalyst deactivation, deactivation mechanisms, diffusion and reaction in porous catalysts, Thiele Modulus, internal effectiveness factor, overall effectiveness factor, estimation of diffusion and reaction limited regimes – Weisz – Prater criterion for internal diffusion, Mears criterion for external diffusion.Introduction to reactor design, classification of reactors, design of single and multiple reactions – size comparison of single and multiple reactors, auto catalytic reactions, design of evaluation of laboratory reactors, Integral (fixed bed) reactor, stirred batch reactor, stirred contained solid reactor (SCSR), differential reactors: continuous stirred tank reactor (CSTR), Laminar flow reactor, stirred through transport reactor, re-calculating transport reactor.Overview of chemical reaction engineering, classification of chemical reactions, variables affecting the rate of reaction, definition of reaction rate, kinetics of homogeneous reaction, pseudo steady state hypothesis (PSSH), searching for a mechanism, General considerations, hydrogen bromide reaction, polymerisation – steps in free radical polymerisation, evaluation of rate equation by integral and differential analysis for constant volume and variable volume system.
BASIC COMPUTER SCIENCE
Sec 15
Functional units of a computer.Programming in C – control structures, functions.
BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 16
Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only).Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling.Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc excitation.Principle of generation of alternating current – waveforms – frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor.Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three phase induction motor.Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 17
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
BASIC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 18
Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of steam. Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process – casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process – turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling. Conic sections and miscellaneous curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.
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Syllabus Explorer
Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Thermal Engineering
Sec 2
Air Compressors: Construction and working of Air compressors – function of an air compressor – uses of compressed air – classification of the air compressors – working of reciprocating compressors (single stage and two stage), rotary compressors – fans and blowers, centrifugal compressors and axial flow compressors. Mechanical efficiency & volumetric efficiency.Air Conditioning Systems: Classification – industrial, comfort air conditioning, working of summer air conditioning, winter and year round air conditioning.Air Conditioning: Definition, factors affecting human comfort, effective temperature.Air Standard Cycles: Assumption, Air standard efficiency – explanation with diagrams and derivation of air standard efficiency of Carnot Cycle, Otto cycle, Diesel cycle, dual combustion cycle.Different Systems of I. C. Engines: Fuel systems – components – carburetion – functions of carburettor – working fuel systems of diesel engine – fuel filter – injector and injection nozzle – ignition system – cooling system – classification of cooling system – radiators – IC engine lubrication system – forced system – governing systems – quantity governing – quality governing – hit and miss governing.Fuels & Combustion: Classification of fuels – solid, liquid & gaseous – Merits & demerits of various types of fuels – requirements of a good fuel – Calorific Value – combustion of fuel.Heat Exchangers: Heat exchangers – Classification – Recuperator type and regenerative type, parallel flow, counter flow type & cross flow – concept of overall heat transfer coefficient – LMTD.Heat Transfer: Heat Transfer – conduction, convection and radiation – Fourier’s law – Thermal conductivity – Conduction through plane wall and composite wall – Black body concept – Stefan-Boltzman law – Gray body concept – Newton Rikhman equation – free and forced convection.Principles of Refrigeration: Definition of refrigeration, concept of C. O. P., unit of refrigeration – reversed Carnot cycle – COP, Application of refrigeration.Psychrometric Processes: Sensible heating, sensible cooling – humidifying, dehumidifyingPsychrometry: Definition, Dry air, moist air, saturated, unsaturated and super saturated air, degree of saturation, dry bulb temperature, wet bulb temperature, dew point temperature.Refrigerants: Definition, primary and secondary refrigerants, desirable properties of refrigerants.Refrigeration Equipments: Compressors – Condensers – Evaporators – Expansion Devices – capillary tube, Thermostatic expansion valve.Testing of I. C. Engines: Performance of I. C. Engines – testing – Indicated power, Brake power, Friction power – Mechanical efficiency – Indicated Thermal efficiency, Brake Thermal efficiency, Relative efficiency – Total fuel consumption & Specific Fuel Consumption – Morse test for determination of I. P. of multi-cylinder engine – Heat balance sheet – problems.THERMAL ENGINEERINGVapour Compression Refrigeration Systems: Principles and working of a vapour compression system with the help of flow diagram. C.O.P. of vapour compression systems.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 3
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Awakening Through LiteratureCentre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Efforts To Reform The SocietyEmergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.General Knowledge and Current AffairsIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Kodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersLeaders Of RenaissanceLiterary FiguresMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Malayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, Al-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcParvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersRENAISSANCE IN KERALARole Of Press In RenaissanceSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSalient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.Social Welfare Legislations and ProgrammesSocio-Religious reform MovementsStruggles and Social RevoltsThycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersTowards A New SocietyUpper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Women And Social Change
Technical Mathematics
Sec 4
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Applied Mechanics, Strength of Materials and Design of Machine Elements
Sec 5
APPLIED MECHANICS, STRENGTH OF MATERIALSBearings: Functions of bearings – classification of bearings – Radial bearings – thrust bearings – sliding contact bearings – rolling contact bearings.Belt Drives: Types of belts – flat belt, circular belt or rope, V-belt – types of flat belt drives – open and crossed belt drive – compound belt drive – stepped or cone pulley drive – velocity ratio – slip – creep.Bolts, Nuts and Key: Designation of screw threads – stresses in screwed fastenings due to static loading – initial stresses – stresses due to external forces – bolts of uniform strength – types of keys – forces acting on a sunk key – strength of a sunk key – calculation of key size using empirical proportions.Cams: Classification of followers and cams – motion of the followers – uniform velocity, simple harmonic motion – uniform acceleration and retardation – cam terminology – displacement diagrams.Centre of Gravity of Sections: Centroids – centre of gravity – axis of symmetry and axis of reference – methods to find centre of gravity – simple geometric sections such as rectangle, triangle and circle.Columns and Struts: Column, strut, buckling load, equivalent length, slenderness ratio – types of columns – short column, medium size column, long column.Couplings: Shaft couplings – requirement – types.Direct Stresses and Strains: Types of Stresses and strains – tensile and compressive – longitudinal and lateral strain – Poisson’s ratio – behaviour of mild steel under tension – stress strain diagram – limit of proportionality – elastic limit – yield point – ultimate stress – working stress – factor of safety – comparison of stress strain diagram of a mild steel and a brittle material – Hooks law and Young’s modulus – principle of superposition – stresses in varying section – stresses in composite section – simple problems.Friction: Introduction – type of friction – static friction, dynamic friction, sliding friction, rolling friction, pivot friction, limiting friction, angle of friction, coefficient of friction, cone of friction – state laws of friction – static friction and kinetic friction.Gears and Gear Trains: Functions of gears – friction wheels – advantages and disadvantages of a gear drive – spur gear nomenclature – simple gear drive – velocity ratio – gear trains – simple gear train – compound gear train.General Design Considerations: General procedure – Design stress and working stress – factor of safety – Kinematic link – pair – chain – four bar chain – examples and applications – mechanism – inversion.Governors and Flywheels: Functions of the governors – types of governors – simple watt governor – porter governor – flywheels – comparison with governors – coefficient of fluctuation of speed – fluctuation of energy – maximum fluctuation of energy – coefficient of fluctuation of energy.Limits, Fits and Tolerances: Definition of limits, fits and tolerances.MACHINE DRAWING AND DESIGN OF MACHINE ELEMENTSMoment of Inertia of Sections: Moment of inertia – radius of gyration.Riveted Joints: Types – lap joint – single riveted, double riveted (Chain and zigzag) – butt joint single cover single riveted, double cover single riveted – failure of riveted joints – failure of rivets – shearing and crushing – failure of plates – tearing across a row of rivets – tearing off plate at an edge – strength of rivet, plate and riveted joint – efficiency of a riveted joint – caulking and Fullering operations.Screw Threads: Thread terminology – Forms of screw threads (square thread, V thread) - Witworth thread – British Association thread – American standard thread – Acme thread – ISO metric thread – square thread – single start and multi start threads – right hand and left hand threads – conventional representation of threads. Bolted connection using standard proportions.Shafts: Torsional stresses and strains – strength of solid and hollow shaft – design of shaft considering strength and rigidity – comparisons – power transmitted by shaft – compare solid and hollow shaft in terms of their weight, strength and stiffness.Shear Force and Bending Moment: Types of beams – cantilever beam, simply supported beam, overhanging beam, built in beam or fixed beam and continuous beam – types of loading – concentrated or point load, uniformly distributed load and uniformly varying load – shear force and bending moment diagrams – cantilever beams – point load, uniformly distributed load and combination of point load and uniformly distributed load – simply supported beam – point load, uniformly distributed load and combination of point load and uniformly distributed load – maximum bending moment on the section. – deflection of beams.Shear Stress and Shear Strain: Shear stress and strain – modulus of rigidity – volumetric strain, bulk modulus – simple problems.Springs: Types of spring – leaf spring – helical springs.Surface Roughness: Surface roughness terminology – surface roughness values, Grades and symbols.Thermal Stress and Strain: Nature and magnitude of stresses due to change in temperature – total or partial prevention of expansion and contraction – temperature stress on composite bar – simple problems.Thin Cylinders: Failures of thin cylinder – stresses in thin cylindrical shell – hoop stress – longitudinal stress.Torsion of Circular Shafts: Torsion equation – strength equation for solid and hollow shaft (no proof) – power equation – polar moment of inertia.Truss Analysis: Types of frames – formula for finding the redundancy – free body diagram – equilibrium – forces in various members of stress due to loading – method of joints and method of sections.Welded joints and Piping Layout: Classification of welds – Elementary welding symbols – types of pipes – Methods of connecting pipes – pipe threads – representation of pipe threads – types of pipe joints – single and double line orthographic symbols for pipe fittings and valves (flanged, screwed and welded joints).Welded Joints: Welding terms – leg of the weld, size of the fillet weld, throat thickness, effective length of the weld, side fillet weld and end fillet weld – strength of welded joints.
Metallurgy and Machine Tools
Sec 6
Automatic and Copying Machines: Automation – definition.Bench work and fitting: Fitting operations like chipping, filing, scraping, grinding, sawing, marking, drilling, reaming, tapping, dieing – tools used in fitting – vice (bench vice, pipe vice, hand vice), files – various types of files – specification of files – chisels, hammers, hack saw, scrapers, punches, surface plate, surface gauge, V-block, angle plate, try square, combination set, steel rule, callipers (outside and inside), divider, scriber, drills, reamer, tap and tap wrench, die and die stock, goggles.Broaching Machines: General use of a broaching machines – Parts and their functions,Capstan and Turret Lathe: Construction and parts – tooling layout.Computer Numerical Control (CNC): Machine tools (brief description only)Drilling Machines: Classification – Work holding devices – Types of drill bits – Tool holding devices – Operations.Flexible Manufacturing System: Flexible automation – flexible manufacturing cell – components of FMS.Foundry: Tools – rammer, trowel, slick, lifter, strike off bar, bellow, sprue pin, mallet, gate cutter, swab, vent rod, draw spike, moulding box – composition of moulding sands – types of moulding sand – green sand, dry sand, parting sand, loom sand, facing sand and core sand – properties of moulding sand such as porosity, plasticity, adhesiveness, cohesiveness, refractoriness. Types of patterns – single piece pattern, split pattern, match plate pattern, gated pattern, loose piece pattern, sweep pattern, - Pattern allowances – shrinkage allowance, draft allowance, machining allowance, distortion or camber allowance, rapping allowance.Gear Manufacture: Method of making gears – Gear hobbling.Grinding: Abrasives – natural, artificial – Bonding materials – vitrified, silicate, shellac, rubber – kinds of abrasives, grain size, grade and structure, kind of bond material, functions of the grinding wheels – Grinding machines – Cylindrical grinders – centre type and centre less type grinders.Heat Treatment Processes: Cooling curve for pure iron – iron carbon equilibrium diagram – TTT diagram – Micro constituents of steel – Heat treatment process, annealing, normalizing, hardening, tempering, mar tempering, austempering, case hardening (cyaniding, nitriding and carburising), age hardening – induction hardening – flame hardening – residual stress due to heat treatment.Jigs and Fixtures: Definition of jigs and fixtures.Lathe and Lathe Work: Type of lathe – Lathe parts, function of each part – Lathe accessories – Work holding and tool holding devices – Speed, feed and depth of cut – Operations – taper turning methods – Lathe specification.MACHINE TOOLSMANUFACTURING PROCESSMATERIAL SCIENCEMeasuring Instruments, gauges and comparators: Classification of measuring instruments – precision and non precision instruments – Direct reading and indirect measuring instruments – Vernier calliper, micrometer (inside, outside) – classifications of gauges – plug, ring, snap, screw pitch gauge, feeler gauge, standard wire gauge and indicating gauges – comparators – Mechanical comparators, Electrical comparators, optical comparators, pneumatic comparators.Metal Cutting: Orthogonal cutting and oblique cutting, chip formation, type of chips, cutting speed, feed and depth of cut – Tool life – Machinability.Metals and alloys: Structure of materials – structure of solids – Crystal structure – BCC, FCC and HCP – Ferrous and non ferrous – Cast iron – white malleable, grey and nodular cast iron – Manufacturing of Pig iron – Blast Furnace – Manufacturing of Cast iron – Cupola Furnace – Types of steel – Manufacturing of steel – Bessemer process, LD process, open hearth and Electric furnace – Steel alloys – Non ferrous metals and alloys – Aluminium, Copper and its alloys – Crucible furnace.Milling Machines: General use of milling machines – Parts of milling machines and their functions – types of milling machines – Cutter holding devices (a) arbours (b) Collets – Milling operations – plain milling, key and key ways, gang milling, T-slot milling – Milling methods (a) conventional milling (b) climb milling – Types of indexing.Planing Machines: General use of a planer – Planer parts and their functions.Properties, testing and inspection of materials: Mechanical properties such as strength, hardness, toughness, brittleness, creep, fatigue, stiffness, ductility, malleability, elasticity and plasticity – Thermal properties such as specific heat, thermal conductivity, thermal resistance, and thermal diffusivity – Destructive testing – Tensile and compressive test – Hardness test – Impact test – Fatigue test – Creep test – Non-destructive testing – Radiographic – Ultrasonic testing – Inspection – spark test, magnetic particle, x-ray and dye penetration tests.Robots and Robotics: Basic elements of robots – types of joints – robotic arms – robotic hands.Shaping Machines: General use of a shaper – Parts and their functions.Slotting Machines: General use of a slotter – Slotter parts and their functions.Welding, Soldering and Brazing: Arc welding – principle of arc welding – welding positions – Flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead welding – welded joints – Butt, lap, corner, tee, edge, V-joints, U-joint – selection of welding electrodes – Electrode coatings – Functions of electrode coating – Gas welding – type of flames – functions and operation of oxy-acetylene cylinders, pressure regulators, welding torch, nozzle – explanation of submerged arc welding, tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding, metal inert gas (MIG) welding, Atomic hydrogen welding and thermit welding – Defects in welding – causes and remedies of the defects such as porosity, poor penetration, warping, under cut, distortion crack, poor appearances – soldering – brazing.
Fluid Mechanics, Pneumatics and Hydraulic Machines
Sec 7
Centrifugal Pump: Types of casing – piping system of CP – work done, manometric head – efficiencies – discharge – power required to drive – multistage pumps – specific speed of CP – cavitation – priming.Flow through Orifices, Notches, Pipes and Nozzles: Orifices – types of orifices – Vena contracta – coefficient of contraction – coefficient of velocity – coefficient of discharge – Notches – types of notches – Flow through pipes – loss of head in pipes – major energy losses - -minor energy losses – loss of energy due to friction – Darcy’s formulae (No derivation) for loss of head in pipes – Chezy’s formula (No derivation) for loss of head in pipes – simple problems – loss of head due to sudden enlargement – loss of head due to sudden contraction (No derivation) – water hammer – nozzles.FLUID MECHANICS AND PNEUMATICSFluid Power: Introduction – Basic law – Applications of fluid powerFluid Pressure and its Measurement: Fluid pressure at a point – pressure head – problems – Pascal’s law – absolute, gauge, atmospheric and vacuum pressures – simple problems – measurement of fluid pressure – Piezometer tube – simple manometer – differential manometer – inverted differential manometer – Bourdon’s tube pressure gauge – total pressure.Hydraulic Control Elements and Components: Control valves – Functions – classifications – Describe the working of pressure control valves such as relief valves – Poppet valve – Direction control valves – check valves – Flow control valves – types – gate, globe, butterfly valves, non return valve.HYDRAULIC MACHINESHydraulic System: Basic elements of hydraulic system – oil reservoir pump unit – principles of working of positive displacement pump – classifications – Gear pumps, Screw pump, Vane pumps, Lobe pump, Simple piston pumps.Impact of Jets: Force exerted by the jet – stationary – vertical – inclined – curved plate (symmetrical and unsymmetrical) – force exerted by the jet on moving plates – simple problems.Impulse Turbines: Development of water Turbines – classification - impulse Turbine – Pelton wheel components.Kinematics and Dynamics of Fluid Flow: Introduction – types of fluid flow – steady and unsteady flow – uniform and non-uniform flow – laminar and turbulent flow – compressible and incompressible flow – rotational and irrotational flow – rate of flow or discharge – equation of continuity of liquid flow – simple problems – energy of a liquid in motion – potential energy – kinetic energy – pressure energy – total energy – total head of liquid in motion – Bernoulli’s equation – practical applications of Bernoulli’s equation – venturimeter – Orifice meter – Pitot tube.Pneumatic Control Elements and Components: Pneumatic control valves – Air cylinders.Pneumatic System: Comparison of pneumatic system with hydraulic system – identification of standard pneumatic symbols – basic pneumatic system – air filter – pressure regulator – lubricator – mufflers.Properties of Fluids: Density – specific weight – specific volume – specific gravity – problems – viscosity - kinematics viscosity – Newton’s law of viscosity – types of fluids – compressibility – surface tension – capillarity.Reaction Turbines: Components – difference between impulse & reaction – classification of Reaction Turbines – Francis Turbine – Kaplan Turbine – Draft tubes – specific speed.Reciprocating Pump: Types – comparison of CP & RP – discharge – slip – air vessels, Hydraulic ram.
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 8
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 9
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Industrial Management and Industrial Engineering
Sec 10
Fundamental Statistical Concepts: Explain the term variability in measurements – Explain the terms variable, attribute, frequency, frequency distribution and frequency plot – Normal distribution curve – Tally sheet – Explanation of the terms mean, mode, median and standard deviation – Calculation of mean, mode, median and standard deviation – Statistical quality control – Types of control charts – X, R, P, 100P and C.INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERINGINDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENTInspection and Quality Control: Concept of quality and quality control – product control – concepts of inspection- Types of inspection – first piece inspection. Working inspection, sample inspection, operation inspection, key operation inspection, floor or patrolling inspection, centralized inspection – Advantages and limitations.Materials and Sales Management: Inventory management – definition and classification – purchase procedure – buying techniques – EOQ and ABC analysis. Stores management – introduction – store keeping functions – duties of store keeper – store layout – Centralized and decentralized store – store records – indent forms – bincard – store ledger. Sales – importance – functions of sales department – sales forecasting.Method Study: Work study – Advantages and application of work study to increase productivity – Method study – Therbligs and their symbols – Process chart symbols – preparation of operation process chart, flow process chart, man-machine chart, right hand left hand chart, and SIMO chart – Flow diagram – Principles of motion economy – Rules concerning human body, work place layout and material handling, tools and equipment design – Objectives of work measurement – Procedure of stop watch time study – standard time calculation – Production study – work sampling – steps in work sampling.Principles of Management: Meaning of management – Taylor’s scientific management, Functions of management – Different types of ownership – organizational structure.Production Planning and Control: Concepts of industry – Meaning of the term production and productivity – Methods of increasing productivity – types of production – Job production batch production, mass production, continuous production – Explanation of production planning control – Benefits and functions of PPC – pre-planning activities – Forecasting, plant location, product planning, design and development, material selection, process planning, determination of men, machines, material and tool requirements – Process planning – Choice of machine in process planning – Break even analysis – Process sheet – Process planning procedure – Routing – Scheduling – Dispatching – value engineering – Plant location and layout – Factors to be considered in locating industrial plants – plant layout – Types of layouts – Compare the advantages and disadvantages of each type – Plant maintenance – Types of maintenance.Project Analysis: Need and scope for project analysis – Explanation of the constituents elements of project analysis – Production cost – Market survey – Selling price – Capital investment – Return on investment – Elements of costing – Classification of costs – Depreciation – Types of depreciation – Obsolescence – Basic formula for calculation of machining times for the operation such as turning, drilling and shaping – simple problems.Project Management Techniques: Introduction to network analysis – Commonly used terms in CPM and PERT – CPM – operation, earliest finish time (EFT), latest finish time (LFT), critical path, even slack, or float, dummy activity – construction and numbering of network diagram – Fulkerson’s rule – Simple problems on CPM (by AOA method only) – PERT – Comparison between CPM and PERT – Calculation of expected time – Event, activity, successor event, predecessor event, earliest expected time, latest allowable time, slack.Quality Planning and its developments: Definitions of quality – dimensions of quality – TQM conceptQuantitative techniques in Management: Methods – Linear programming – formulation of LPP – transportation problem – North West corner rule, Vogel’s approximation method – Simple problems – Game theory – two-persons zero sum game – Maxi-min and mini-max principle – saddle point – simple problems.The Principles of a good Wage Payment System: Types of Wages – Nominal, real, living, fair and minimum wages – Incentives.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
TECHNICIAN GRADE II (GENERAL MECHANIC)
The Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) conducts the Technician Grade II (General Mechanic) examination, which consists of objective type OMR based questions. The selection process involves a written test followed by a skill test.
90m
9s
#kerala-psc#technical#mechanic#iti-level#diploma-level
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MODULE – II
Sec 1
Angular measuring tools – bevel gauge, universal bevel gauge, bevel protractor, combination set, vernier bevel protractor – constructional features, working principle, least count, applications, care and maintenance.Linear measuring tools – outside calliper, inside calliper, steel rule, depth gauge, vernier calliper, vernier height gauge, micrometers – constructional features, working principle, least count, applications, care and maintenance.Sine bar, slip gauge and dial test indicator – constructional features, working principle, applications, care and maintenance.Units – Units of linear and angular measurements, SI, CGS, MKS, FPS units, fundamental units and supplementary units, Unit conversions.
MODULE – VII
Sec 2
Belt drive – types of belt, size, specification, material, selection of type of belt, advantages and disadvantages of belt drive, calculation of length of belt and slip.Chain drive – Types of chain, types of sprocket, specification of chain and sprocket, advantages and disadvantages of chain drive.Gear drive – Type of gear, parts of gear, type of gear drives, specifications, advantages and disadvantages of gear drive, calculation of gear drive.Lubrications – methods of lubrication, lubricants used, method of application, uses.Other elements in power transmission – pulleys, shaft, bearing, clutches, keys, pins – type, specification, uses.Power Transmission – Belt drive, chain drive, gear drive
MODULE – V
Sec 3
Calculations for – tap drill size and determining hole size for reaming.Drill kinds – fraction, metric, letter and number.Drilling Machine – Type, constructional features, specification, applications and operations. Drilling defects, causes, remediesGrinding – Bench grinder, pedestal grinding machine – constructional features.Grinding Wheel – specification, types of bond, structure, grade, abrasive material, uses, and mounding, truing, dressing, types of wheel dresser.Lathe – Type, constructional features, specification, applications, operations.Power hack saw – constructional features, specification, applications.
MODULE – I
Sec 4
Computer and internet – Computer, parts, basic applications, and basic terms related to computer and internet.Fire – Fire triangle, class of fire, fire extinguisher, type of fire extinguisher, fire extinguisher recommended for each class of fire.First Aid - Importance of first aid, basic first aid, ABC of first aid,aim if first aid, methods of giving first aid to the victim.Handling of waste material – Waste material, list of waste material, methods of waste disposal.Road Safety – Kinds of road signs, marking lines on road, police signals, traffic light signals, collision causes.Safety - Importance of safety, general safety, personal safety, machine safety precautions. Personal protective equipments and its applications.Shop floor maintenance – Benefits of shop floor maintenance, introduction to 5 S concept, its applications and benefits.
General Knowledge,Current Affairs & Renaissance in kerala
Sec 5
Important world, national and regional events related to the political and scientific fields, sports, cinema and literature etc.Demography – Economic and social development – Poverty alleviation – Economy and planning – etc.Geography of India – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – etc.History of India – Period from 1857 to 1947 – National movementGeographical Facts – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – Economic and Social deve – Historical importance - etc.Five Year PlansBrahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan,V. T. Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, Etc.
MODULE – VIII
Sec 6
Different standard systems of fits and limits, British standard systems, BIS systems.Fit – definition, type – clearance, transition, interference – description of each.Fundamental deviations and fundamental tolerance.Limit systems – hole basis and shaft basis systems.Limit, Fit, Tolerance – interchangeability, necessity in engineering field, definition BIS, definition and type of limit, terminology of limits and fits, basic size, actual size, deviation, high and low limits of size, zero line, tolerance zone.Methods of expressing tolerance as per BIS.Thread – Types of thread, features of thread, applications of thread, thread cutting operations.
MODULE – IV
Sec 7
Engineering materials – metals & non metalsFurnaces – cupola furnace, blast furnace – other making process of metals.Heat treatment process – hardening, tempering, annealing, normalizing, case hardening – process, applications, important temperatures points.Metals – ferrous metals – pig iron, wrought iron, cast iron, plane carbon steel – ore, manufacturing process, properties, uses, melting points.Non ferrous metals – copper, aluminium, tin, led, zinc – ore, manufacturing process, properties, uses, melting points.
MODULE – III
Sec 8
Gauges – Feeler gauge, SWG, screw pitch gauge, snap gauges, limit gauges, radius gauge, telescopic gauge, small hole gauge – use, constructional features, care and maintenance.Hand tools – File, hack saw & blade, chisel, punch, hammer, jenny calliper, divider, tap & tap wrench, die & die stock, drill bit, reamer, scriber – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenance.Holding and Supporting devices – Bench vice, machine vice, pipe vice, hand vice, pin vice, tool makers vice, V-block, parallel block, surface plate, angle plate, marking off table – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenance.Marking media – White wash, Prussian blue, copper sulphate, cellulose lacquer – type, applications, preparation, advantages & disadvantages.
MODULE – VI
Sec 9
Importance of safety and general precautions observed in welding shopMachines – Shearing machine and bending machine – Description, parts and applicationsRivets – Type, size and selection for various works, method of rivetingSheet Metal – sheet size, types of metal sheet, coated sheets and their specifications, Joints in sheet metal work.Solder – soft solder, hard solder, composition of various type of solder and their heating media of soldering iron, flux type, selection and applicationsSoldering – Soldering iron – type, specification, usesTools in sheet metal work – Wing compass, snips, punches, tin makers square, dolly, snaps, mallet, stakes, trammels, hand groover – specification, uses, constructional featuresWelding – principle of welding, types of welding – forge welding, arc welding, gas welding , method of operation, tools and equipments used for welding – arc welding equipments, gas welding plant, gases used in gas welding, types of flames, types of joints in welding.
Technical
100 Marks
Draftsman Grade II
The Draftsman Grade II examination is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission for recruitment to the Ground Water Department.
75m
12s
#kerala-psc#draftsman#civil-engineering#mechanical-engineering#diploma-level
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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING > Module -3
Sec 1
Allied trade - Fitting Hand tools and equipments measuring instruments and guagesIC engines, pumps, turbinesMachine shop-various machines, tools and equipments, various processScrew threads with BIS conventions, Types of nuts and washers, Foundation bolts and Locking arrangements, Types of Keys, Cotters, Rivets, Riveted jointsSheet metal-Tools and equipments, Different jointsWelding -methods,Types of welding , tools and equipments,
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING > Module-4
Sec 2
Basic computer languages excel,word, Auto CAD , solid works-Pipe joints, fittings, valves,press,accumulator safety valves in boilers. Pulleys, belts, ropes, numbering of drawings and standard parts. Familiarization with SP. 46-2003
Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 3
Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan,V. T. Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, Etc.Important Events/Movements/Leaders
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING > Module-2
Sec 4
Different types of section lines and abbreviations as per BISIntersections and Interpenetrations of curves, prism, cones, pyramidsProjections – of points lines solids, Orthographic projection, Isometric projection, Oblique projection, Perspective projections.Sectional views-Full section, Half section and all other sections
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING > Module – 1
Sec 5
Drawing instruments and equipments, Layout of drawing sheets as per BIS, Types of lines and their uses, Terms and definition of polygon and circles, Definition and Construction of engineering curves, Dimensioning technique, System of dimensioning, Lettering, Scales-Plane scale, Diagonal scale, Vernier scale, Comparative scale, Scale of chords.
General Knowledge
Sec 6
Demography – Economic and social development – Poverty alleviation – Economy and planning – etc.Five Year PlansGeography of India – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – etc.History of India – Period from 1857 to 1947 – National movement
Facts about Kerala
Sec 7
Geographical Facts – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – Economic and Social deve – Historical importance - etc.
Current Affairs
Sec 8
Important world, national and regional events related to the political and scientific fields, sports, cinema and literature etc
CIVIL ENGINEERING > Module – I (BUILDING MATERIALS)
Sec 9
Rocks,Stones, Bricks, Lime, Cement, Clay Products, Mortar, Concrete, Timber, Admixtures, Protective Materials like Paints, Varnishes,Metals,Plastics
CIVIL ENGINEERING > Module – III (WORKSHOP CALCULATION AND SCIENCE)
Sec 10
Shear force and bending moment, Heat Treatment, Magnet and Magnetism, Calculation of Areas and Volumes by using Trapezodial Rules, Simpsons Rule, Mensuration, Simple Stresess and Strain, Work, Power , Energy
CIVIL ENGINEERING > Module – II (BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS)
Sec 11
Soil,Foundation, Brick Masonry,Stone Masonry,Composite Masonry, Scaffolding,Shoring, under pinning, Damp proofing materials , Anti-Termite Treatment, Weathering Course, Fire Proofing, RCC,Arches, Lintels, Roofs, Stairs, Doors and Windows, Floors
CIVIL ENGINEERING > Module– IV (PLANNING AND DESIGNING AND ESTIMATING AND COSTING)
Sec 12
Units of measurements and payments, Schedule of rates, Analysis of rates, Building Specification, Building Rules and Bye Laws, Building Planning Preferable Structure concepts of designing, Earthquake Resisting Building
Technical
100 Marks
Draftsman Grade I ||| Town Planning Surveyor Grade I
The Kerala PSC conducts recruitment for the post of Draftsman Grade I / Town Planning Surveyor Grade I in the Town and Country Planning Department.
90m
2s
#kerala-psc#civil-engineering#draftsman#surveyor#town-planning
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PART II: General Knowledge, Current Affairs and Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 1
Important world, national and regional events related to the political and scientific fields, sports, cinema and literature etc.Demography – Economic and social development – Poverty alleviation – Economy and planning – etc.Five Year PlansGeography of India – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – etc.History of India – Period from 1857 to 1947 – National movementGeographical Facts – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – Economic and Social deve – Historical importance - etc.Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V. T. Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, Etc.
PART I
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Chain Surveying-purpose and principle of chain survey-equipments used .Different types of chain and tape-selection of stations – base line – check line – tie line. Different operations in chain Surveying. Ranging – different methods. Chaining and taking offsets- -setting out right angles. chaining on sloping grounds. Errors in ordinary chaining .Obstacles in chaining – methods to overcome obstacles, scaling, Plotting, conventional signs.Compass survey-purpose and principles of compass survey-description and working of prismatic compass - concept of meridian – bearing of a line – True bearing and magnetic bearing. Magnetic dip and declination. Field work in compass survey – booking of field notes. Reduced and whole circle bearings. Calculations of included angles in compass traverse. Sources of errors in compass surveying - local attraction – detection and Correction. Plotting of compass traverse – closing error and adjustments.Contouring - Characteristics – methods of contouring, plotting by interpolation - tracing contour gradient – uses. Marking alignments of road, railway and canal in a contour map. Capacity of reservoirs using contour maps. Longitudinal sectioning and cross sectioning – plotting – working profile for roads. Permanent adjustments of dumpy level.Levelling - Purpose of levelling - concept of level surface, datum, reduced level and Bench mark. Types of leveling instruments - dumpy, Y, modern tilting and automatic levels. Component parts of leveling instrument – concept of line of collimation, axis of bubble tube, axis of telescope, vertical axis and Sensitiveness of bubble tube. Types of levelling staff. Field work - Temporary adjustments, form of level book. Reduction of levels by rise and fall method and height of collimation method – comparison - problems. Errors in levelling – curvature and refraction corrections, distance to visible horizon – problems. Classification of leveling - fly levelling, profile levelling, cross sectioning, checks levelling, reciprocal levelling and contouring.Plane table survey - Purpose and principles of plane table survey-accessories of plane table – description and use-setting up the plane table -radiation, intersection, traversing, and resection-relative advantage and disadvantagesBeams and bending Classification of beams – cantilever, simply supported, fixed, overhanging and continuous. Types of loading – concentrated, uniformly distributed and uniformly varying load. Shear force and bending moment – definition and sign conventions. Calculation of SF and BM for Cantilever, simply supported and overhanging beams and sketching of SF and BM diagrams (for point load, uniformly distributed load, uniformly varying load and combinations of u.d. and point loads) Relation between SF and BM. Maximum BM – point of contra flexure.Centre of Gravity Definition of center of gravity (C.G) – C.G. of plane in the same straight line and those distributed Over a plane – Centroid of plane figures – C.G. of solids. Determination of centroid of compound areas and reminders – C.G. of combination of simple solidsContinuous Beams Continuous beams – statement of the theorem of three moments – BM and SF diagrams for simple, Concentrated and u.d. loadsDams and Retaining walls. Trapezoidal dam with vertical water face – forces acting, intensity of pressure at base, conditions of Stability, minimum base width. Retaining wall (trapezoidal with earth face vertical without surcharge) – Rankine’s formulae for earth pressure (proof not required) – conditions of stability – minimum base width.Deflection of Beams Strength and stiffness of beam – curvature, slope and deflection – derivation of the differential Equation. Double integration method (Macaulay’s method) of slope and deflection of – cantilever with point load, cantilever with u.d. load, simply supported beam with point load, S.S. Beam with u.d. load – Problems in cantilever and simply supported beams with combinations of point and u.d. load Calculation of fixed beam with central point load; fixed beam with UD load over whole span using double integration method. Moment area method for slope and deflection of beams – Mohr’s theorems – application of the Method to problems in cantilever beams with point load ,UD. load ; and combinations of point and UD. Load. Application of the Method to problems in simply supported beam with point load, UD. Load; and combinations of point and UD. Load.[ symmetrical load.Direct and Bending Stresses Eccentric loading of symmetrical columns (about one axis only) – maximum and minimum stress Limit of eccentricity.Fixed Beams Fixed beams – advantages, method of finding fixing moments (derivations) BM and SF diagrams for fixed beams under point load and u.d. load (forSymmetrical loading only)Forces and Moments Definition of force – Conditions of Equilibrium of forces – Resolution of forces – Principles of resolution – Resultant of a number of coplanar forces acting at a point. Moment of force – types of moments – principle of moments (proof not required) – Determination of Reactions of simply supported beams and overhanging beams with point loads and uniformly Distributed loadsFriction: Static, dynamic and limiting friction – Laws of friction – Angle of friction – coefficient of friction- angle of repose.. Equilibrium of a body on inclined rough surface [simple problems].Linear strain and lateral strain – Poisson’s ratio- volumetric strain –– Bulk modulus – modulus of rigidity – relationship between Elastic constants (No proof) – simple problems.Mechanical properties of materials – Elasticity, stiffness, plasticity, toughness, brittleness, ductility, Malleability and hardness – Tensile test on ductile material (mild steel bar) and stress strain curve – Compression test on brittle material (cement concrete) and stress strain curve – limit of Proportionality, elastic limit, yield point – ultimate stress – breaking stress – working stress and factor of safety.Moment distribution method Hardy cross methods of moment distribution – stiffness factor – carry over moment – distribution factor – application to continuous beams and simple portal frames– sketching the SFD and BMDMoment of inertia Definition of rectangular moment of inertia and polar moment of inertia – radius of gyration parallel axis theorem and perpendicular axis theorem M.I of simple sections, rectangle, triangle, circle(without proof) M.I. of composite areas and remaindersSimple stresses and strains Stress and strain – types of stresses – Elasticity – Hook’s law – Young’s modulus – stresses and strains in uniform sections of same and composite materialsStrain energy Resilience- proof resilience – modulus of resilience – stress and strain when load is applied gradually, Suddenly and with impact.Temperature stresses – elongation and contraction due to temperature change – temperature stress when deformation is fully or partially prevented – temperature stress in composite sections.Theory of simple Bending Theory of simple bending, Explain the terms ‘Neutral axis’, ‘moment of resistance’ and ‘section modules’. Apply the theory of simple bending to simple and compound sections to calculate stress, section modulus and moment of resistance. Calculate shear stress distribution in rectangular and I Sections.Torsion of circular shafts Theory of pure torsion – derivation of formula – problems. Power transmitted by circular shafts – problems.Design a simply supported beam and Cantilever beams for different loading conditions for flexureDesign doubly Reinforced Rectangular beams under different loading conditions.Design of columns using rolled steel sections with/without cover plates – Lacing and battens – requirements – Description only – (Design of Lacing or battens not necessary)Design of Compression members-General-effective length – slenderness ratio reference to IS Code – Design compressive stress and strength – Discontinuous single/double angle struts – continuous angle strutsDesign of flanged beams under different loading conditions (Use S P16). Check for stiffness as per IS code, Basic l/d ratio, Modification factor, reduction factor for flanged beams, Check the deflection of singly reinforced, doubly reinforced and flanged beamsDesign of lintels under different loading conditions.Design of Roof truss-Elements of roof truss-Loads acting with reference to IS Code-Design of elements of Roof truss. Design of angle purlinsDesign of staircases under different loading and end conditions.Design of Steel beams- Plastic moment carrying capacity of section –Classification of cross- section Bending strength, Shearing strength and deflection limit of laterally supported beam. (Symmetrical Cross sections only)Design of Steel Structures-Introduction to steel Design- Use of IS: 800, steel tables –Strength of bolted and Welded connections-Design of members using bolted and welded connection.Design of Tension members-General- Net sectional Area of Tension members- Effective sectional area of angles / T-sections connected by one leg / flange (welded Connections only)- Design of ties using Single/Double angles, T-Sections and channelsDesign of Two way slab, simply supported, restrained and different end condition (Design of two way slab by using S P 16 only)Fundamentals of Plate Girder- parts and functionProperties of materials of RCC as per the latest IS codes- materials for concrete-Grading of aggregate, proportioning and mixing of concrete, bulking of sand, water cement ratio and placing and Compaction of concrete and removal of forms-Grades of concrete and their strength- types of steel used in RCC- the Permissible stresses in concrete and steel.Study the behavior of slabs, Design of one way slabs simply supported, Continuous, cantilever and sunshadeThe concept of Limit State Design, Partial Safety factors in Limit State method of Design, values of Partial safety factors with reference to latest I S Codes, Principles of Limit State Design, Characteristic load & characteristic strength, stress-strain curve of Concrete and steel, assumptions made in the Limit State method of Design, Neutral Axis Depth, Limiting value of NAThe shear and torsional behavior in RCC members, Nominal shear stress, maximum shear stress in concrete, permissible shear stress in concrete, Design beams under different loading Conditions for shear, bond and anchorage, calculation of development length, Check for curtailment of bars in beams, Code provisions for lap length.Theory of Column footing, Design of isolated column footing (SP 16).Introduction on combined footing.Theory on design of columns, behavior of short and long columns, Slenderness limit for columns as per IS code, Design the short column for direct load,. Design the column for uniaxial bendingusing SP16, Study of slender columnsCalculation of depreciation by different methods.Definition – cost of materials – at source and at site – conveyance charges – standard data book – schedule of rates – Lump sum items – Rules of measurements – rules regarding tolerance of wastage of materials and extra labour.Definition of quantity surveying – essential requirements – Quantity surveyor – duties and qualities – definition and elements of estimate – types – rough cost, plinth area, cubical content and service unit method – detailed estimate.Definition of Valuation, meaning, purpose-.Factors governing valuation-Life of structure-type , location- Maintenance -legal control.Detailed and abstract estimate preparation for building with gabled roof, building with hipped roof, building with valley, two storied building (residential and office) Septic Tank and soak pit and steel roof truss.Detailed Estimate of Aqueduct.Detailed Estimate of RCC beam, slab, Column, etc and preparation of bar bending schedule.Detailed specifications for various items of work of Earth work excavation, Foundation concrete, Masonry work, D P C, Form work, R C C, Plastering, Pointing, Flooring, Painting and Polishing, I RC Specifications for WBM road.Different methods of taking out measurements – Center line – in to in and out to out - Crossing – methods.Earth work computation – Trapezoidal – Mid ordinate and Prismoidal formula for computing volumes – Taking out quantities from Longitudinal section and Cross section in cutting and filling.Land valuation-Problems.Methods of preparing abstract estimate-exercises.Methods of valuation-Rental method-direct comparison with cost-Based on profit-Development method of valuation- depreciation method.MODULE II Detailed and abstract estimate of Slab Culvert, Pipe culvert, Single span T-beam bridge, Pier of a bridge, , Detailed Estimate of an RCC well and RCC retaining wall.Preparation of data – categories of labour and labour charge – cost of materials – over head charge including establishment – incidental, lead and lift – exercises.Preparation of Plan, Estimate and other documents for submission.Scrap value-salvage value-market value-book value-sinking fund annuity and depreciation.Taking out quantities of all items of the following- above roof level and finishing items including water supply and sanitary fittings. 1. One roomed building (RCC roof-Flat & Sloped) 2. Two roomed building (RCC roof-Flat & Sloped) 3. A residential building with RCC roof-Flat & Sloped 4. An office building with RCC roof-Flat & Sloped 5.Masonry Well. 6.Ground level RCC water tank. 7.Road estimate- Method of taking quantities of a W.B.M.road.Taking out quantities of all items of the following- Below roof level excluding finishing items 1. A compound wall 2.Computation of the capacity of reservoir from a contour map. 3. One roomed building (RCC roof-Flat & Sloped 4. Two roomed building (RCC roof-Flat & Sloped) 5. A residential building with RCC roof-Flat & Sloped 6. An office building with RCC roof-Flat & Sloped 7. Doors, windows, ventilators etc.Units of measurements for different items as per standard – accuracy of measurements – explain the terms – sundries, Lump sum, Lead and lift, contingencies, unforeseen items, work charged establishment.Ceiling: Types, Requirements of good ceiling ,Materials used for Ceiling–False ceiling.Different components of building from foundation to roof and their functionsFlooring: Requirements of a good floor– materials used for flooring, Floor finishes–Types-Mosaic, Marble, Granite, Ceramic tiles, Vitrified tiles, Glass, Wooden, and other types of modern floor finishesFoundations: Functions, Classification, Shallow-Deep, Types-Spread footing-raft-mat-Column footing-pile foundation-well foundation.Lintels and sunshades: Types of lintels-Wooden, Stone, brick, RCC and RSJ lintels-Sunshades-Canopy and sun breakers. Arches- Types, terms used.Roof: Definition–importance of roofing with respect to climatic conditions–classification–pitched and flat–Couple, couple closed and collar roof. RCC roof–slab with beams–flat and sloped slabs–Flat slab construction-weather-proof course to flat roof.Staircases, Lifts and Escalators-Planning and location–Component parts of staircase and lift–Types of staircaseBrick masonry: Different types of bonds for walls, piers and junctions of walls for equal and unequal thickness-English, Flemish (Single and Double Flemish)-Specification for brick masonry as per relevant codes.Damp proof courses: Definition of dampness–causes and effects–methods of prevention–surface treatment–internal water proofing courses.Form work: Functions-materials used–Requirements of good form work–modern trends in material & technology-slip forms.Hollow block masonry: Types of hollow blocks used in construction and methods of construction-Advantages and Disadvantages with reference to other types of masonry. Solid block masonry and inter locking block masonry.Masonry: Classification-Stone masonry-Brick masonry-Laterite masonry–composite masonry. Different types of stone masonry-General principles and specifications for stone masonry as per relevant codes.Modern methods of constructions-Framed, Prefabricated, Earthquake resistant.Partition walls- Types, materials, requirements.Plastering and Pointing: Materials and proportion–Functions–general specifications–typesPre-stressed concrete: Principle of pre stressing-Types-Internal & External and different methods-pre-tensioning & post tensioning.Scaffolding, Shoring and under pinning: Definition–purpose and function–Requirements-materials used.Coarse aggregates: Materials generally used, requirements of good coarse aggregates, commonly used sizes for different applications.Sand: Sources of sand-River sand, Sea sand and pit sand-Limitations of mining of sand from river sand sea shore-M- sand, alternatives of sand.Plain concrete-Water cement ratio-Ingredients and proportioning methods-characteristics-preparation-workability-Tests on Cement concrete-Laboratory tests and field tests-Slump test, compaction factor test-Qualities of water used for mixing.Reinforced cement concrete-Qualities of materials-Types of reinforcement used-characteristics of reinforcing material-waterproofing compounds.Cements: Composition, Compounds present, Manufacturing methods-characteristics of cement, Types of cement-Properties of each-characteristics of cement-Tests on cement-Consistency test, fineness test, Sp.gravity test, Setting time test, Soundness test. Puzzolona-definition- Common puzzolonas used as admixtures in cement.Bricks: Raw materials used–Composition of brick earth, manufacturing methods (Description only)–IS specifications of bricks–characteristics of good brick used for building purpose.Tiles: Types of tiles-characteristics-uses-Porcelain and glazed tiles .Lime: Sources of lime-Classification-methods of manufacturing (Description only)Ferrous metals-Wrought iron, Cast iron, Mild steel-Special steels-High carbon steel, High tensile steel and stainless steel (Properties and uses only)-Non-ferrous metals: Aluminium, Copper, Lead, Zinc and Titanium-important alloys-properties and uses.Mortar: Preparation of lime and cement mortar-Proportions of mortar for various items of work-tests on cement mortar.Aluminium: Aluminium sections used for building construction-Hand rail and baluster, Doors and windows, Panelling and false ceiling, building façade.Glass: Types- Uses and properties. Glass used for Structural applications.Miscellaneous: Abrasives-Adhesives-asbestos- asphalt-bitumen-cork-Plaster of Paris insulating materials-fibre glass-thermo Cole wood products-veneers, ply wood, particle board-fibreboard, hard board, etc.Paints and Varnishes: Types-Constituents-Preparation-characteristics and application.Plastics: types-characteristics and properties of P V C-uses-Limitations of using plastics.Rubber: Characteristics and properties, uses.Stone:–classification–geological, Physical and chemical classification–characteristics of good Building stone–varieties of stones–granite–trap-basalt–sand stone–Laterite. Quarrying of stones–methods–wedging and blasting–explosives used. Dressing of stones.Timber and wood products: Structural classification-Soft wood and hard wood-defects in timber-seasoning of timber-preservation of timberDoors and Windows: Different types, Wooden Panelled/ Glazed Doors and Windows. Positioning of Doors and windows with respect to lighting and ventilation- Size-Special types of doors-Flush, Revolving, and collapsible, Rolling and sliding-Windows-Different types-Ventilator Different types-Fittings for doors and windows.Foundations-Masonry footing, column footing, raft foundation and pile foundation. Brick masonry, English bond, Flemish bond, rat trap bond – Alternate courses, corners, T joints for one brick wall.Kitchen Details: Planning of a kitchen, counter height, top cabinet height, depth of counter slab, heights for different equipment, details of cabinets, drawers etc., lighting their mounting heights etc.Lift and escalators: Component parts and requirements as per NBC. Passenger Lift- Detailed drawing showing-Lift well, car, machine room, Lift pit.Roof covering for pitched roof–AC sheets, GI corrugated sheets, Aluminium sheets-PVC sheets–method of arranging and fixing to the battens rafters and purlinsRoof trusses: Different types of trusses for pitched roof–wood and steel trusses - tubular and angular sections.Stairs and staircases: Location–Types–Standards for stair case as per KBR–Tread, Rise, Going, Riser, Nosing–Width of stair––Head room–Flight–Landing–Hand rails. Different stair layouts- circular, spiral, half turn, quarter turn, bifurcated, elliptical, etc., detailed drawing of dog legged RCC staircase.Toilets: Planning of a toilet, arrangement of various fittings such as water closet, shower, bath tub, geyser, wash basin etc., their mounting heights etc.Importance of framing building bye-laws-objects – function of local authority-study of KBR, compare bye – laws published in National building Code Applying building bye-laws in the design and layout of buildings referring KBR and NBC and local bodies-Importance of Housing-requirements of residential buildings- classification- design aspects- Housing agencies, Housing finance-HUDCO- Policies and programmes in India – slum –causes- characteristics-effects- slum clearance-preventionMaster plan -objects – necessity-features-drawings to be prepared principles and techniques of planning roads, streets and other service lane- Chandigarh and Gandhinagar city.Parks and play grounds- classification –park systems- park design- parkways-boulevards- play groundsPrinciples, necessity and objectives of Town planning- its Representation, origin and growth of town-natural and planned-horizontal and vertical-stages in town development – define city, district unit, Municipality, neighbourhood unit – distribution of land uses-zoning – objects and Principles-advantage- classification – use zones, height zones and density zones – density – net and gross – local density – calculation.Urban roads- objects-Planning principles-classification of urban roads-through and bye-pass roads-outer and inner roads-expressways-freeways-types of street systems-precinct-traffic management- objects-traffic congestion- traffic control- road junctions, planning principles- classification of junctions –parking- traffic capacity of roads - problems-causes of accidents traffic signals-signs-markings-lightingEcosystems- Concept of an ecosystem, Structure and function of an ecosystem, Producers, consumers and decomposers. Ecological succession, Food chains, food webs and ecological pyramids. Introduction, types, characteristics features, structure and function of the following ecosystem: (a) Forest ecosystem (b) Grassland ecosystem (c) Desert ecosystem (d) Aquatic ecosystems (Ponds, streams, lakes, rivers, oceans, estuaries).Environmental Hazards & Disasters- a) Meaning of Environmental hazards, Environmental Disasters and Environmental stress. b. Concept of Environmental Hazards, Environmental stress & Environmental stress & Environmental Disasters. Types of Environmental hazards & Disasters: a) Natural hazards and Disasters b) Man induced hazards & Disasters. Causes and Environmental Consequences of the flowing natural HAZARDS – Droughts and Floods. Volcanic Eruption, Earthquakes, Landslides, Cyclones, Lightning, Tsunami. Chemical hazards/disasters : Causes and consequences of Release of toxic chemicals, nuclear explosion. Emerging approaches in Disaster Management – Three Stages 1. Pre-disaster stage (preparedness): a) Preparing hazard zonation maps, Predictability/ forecasting & warning. B) Preparing disaster preparedness plan c) Land use zoning d) Preparedness through (IEC) Information, education & Communication. Pre-disaster stage (mitigation): a) Disaster resistant house construction b) Population reduction in vulnerable areas c) Awareness 2. Emergency Stage a) Rescue training for search & operation at national & regional level b) immediate relief c) Assessment surveys. 3. Post Disaster stage-Rehabilitation: a) Political administrative Aspect c) Economic Aspect d) Environmental Aspect.Environmental Pollution- Definition: Causes, effects and control measures of (a) Air pollution (b) Water pollution (c)oil pollution (d) Marine pollution (e) Noise pollution (f) Thermal pollution (g) Nuclear hazards Solid waste management: Causes, effects and control measures of urban and industrial wastes. Role of an individual in prevention of pollution.Renewable and Non-renewable Resources- Natural resources and associated problems: (a) Forest resources: Use and over- exploitation, deforestation, case studies, Timber extraction, mining, dams and their effects on forests and tribal people (b) Water resources: Use and over-utilization of surface and ground water, floods, drought, conflicts over water, dams-benefits and problems. (c) Mineral resources: Use and exploitation, environmental effects of extracting and using mineral resources. (d) Food resources: World Food problems, changes caused by agriculture and overgrazing, effects of modern agriculture, fertilizer-pesticide problems, water logging, salinity (e) Energy resources: Growing energy needs, renewable and non-renewable energy sources, use of alternate energy sources. (f) Land resources: Land as a resource, land degradation, man induced landslides, soil erosion and desertification. Role of an individual in conservation of natural resources. Equitable use of resources for sustainable lifestyles.
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Research Officer Economics & Statistics
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts direct recruitment for the post of Research Officer in the Economics and Statistics Department. This opportunity is for postgraduates in Economics, Statistics, or Mathematics (with Statistics as a subject at the Bachelor's level) to join the Kerala Government Service.
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PART IV: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
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General Knowledge and Current AffairsDramaLibrary movement etcNataka PrashtanamNovelPoetryPurogamana Sahithya PrasthanamIslam Dharma Paripalana SanghamNair Service SocietyPrathyaksha Raksha Daiva SabhaSadhu Jana Paripalana SanghamSahodara Prasthanam etc.Samathwa SamajamSNDP YogamVaala Samudaya Parishkarani SabhaYogakshema SabhaAbstention movement etc.Channar agitationCivil Disobedience MovementEzhava Memorial etc.Guruvayoor SathyagrahaKuttamkulam SathyagrahaMalabar riotsMalyalee MemorialPaliyam SathyagrahaTemple Entry ActTemple Entry ProclamationUpper cloth revoltsVaikom SathyagrahaA K GopalanAyyan KaliBarrister G P PillaiBlessed Elias Kuriakose ChaavraBrahmananda SivayogiC KesavanC V KunjuramanChattampi SwamikalDr PalpuDr.Ayyathan GopalanK KelappanK P Kesava MenonK P VellonKrishna PillaiKrishnanKuroor Neelakantan NamboothiripadKuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersM C JosephMakthi ThangalMampuram ThangalMannathu PadmanabhanMoorkoth KumaranP K Chathan MasterPalakkunnath Abraham MalpanPampadi John JosephPandit K P KaruppanPoikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru)Sahodaran AyyappanSree Narayana GuruSwami Ananda TheerthanT R Krishnaswami IyerThycaud Ayya VaikundarTK MadhavanV T BhattathirippadVagbhadanandaVakkom Abdul Khadar MaulaviVelukkutty ArayanChandu MenonChangampuzha Krishna PillaiG Sankara KurupKandathil Varghesc MappilaKeralaVarma Valiyakoyi ThampuranKesav DevKodungallur Kunhikkuttan ThampuranKumaran AsanPonkunnam VarkyS K Pottakkad and othersThakazhi Sivasankara PillaiUlloor S Parameswara IyerVaikom Muhammad BasheerVallathol Narayana MenonAI-AmeenBhashaposhiniKerala KaumudiKesariMalayala ManoramaMalayaleeMathnubhoomiMithavadiPrabhathamSamadarsiSwadeshabhimaniSwarajVivekodayamYukthivadi, etcfounding of educational institutions, factories, printing press etc.Introduction to English educationvarious missionary organisations and their functioningA V Kuttimalu AmmaAkkamma CheriyanAnna ChandiArya PallamLalitha PrabhuLalithambika Antharjanam and othersParvathi Nenmenimangalam
PART III: MATHEMATICS
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Binomial theoremLinear equationsLinear inequalitiesLogarithms - common logarithmsLogarithms - laws of logarithms including change of baseLogarithms - simple applications of logarithmsNumber system - integersNumber system - irrational numbersNumber system - rational numbersNumber system - real numbersPermutation and combinationQuadratic equations and their rootsSequence and series - Arithmetic progression (AP)Sequence and series - Geometric progression (GP)Sequence and series - Harmonic progression (IIP)Sequence and series - sequences and examples of finite and infinite sequencesSet theory - Sets and operations on setssolution of system of linear inequalities with two variablesbasic knowledge of computers - operating systemsuse of mathematical and statistical functions in computer packages like Excel, SPSS etc.use of MS Officebasic operations on matricesconceptdeterminant of a matrixinverse of a matrixnotationorderSystem of linear equations and their solutions - Cramer's ruleSystem of linear equations and their solutions - Matrix inversion methodtypes of matricesaveragesdiscountsL.C.M and H.C.Flaws of exponentslogarithmspercentagesprofit and lossRatio, proportion and variationsimple and compound interestsquare roots and cube rootstime and distancetime and workApplications of derivatives - increasing and decreasing functionsApplications of derivatives - maxima and minima - marginal costApplications of derivatives - maxima and minima - marginal revenueApplications of derivatives - maxima and minima - simple problemsApplications of derivatives - rate of changederivative of different types of functionsdifferentiabilityIdea of partial derivativesLimit and continuityRelations and functions - bijective functionsRelations and functions - composition of functionsRelations and functions - equivalence relationRelations and functions - injective functionsRelations and functions - invertible functionsRelations and functions - reflexive relationRelations and functions - surjective functionsRelations and functions - symmetric relationRelations and functions - transitive relationsecond order derivativescirclesconic sectionsCoordinate system in two dimensional geometrydistance formulasection formulastraight linesformationgeneral and particular solutions of a differential equationorder and degreesolution of first order ordinary differential equationsApplications of integrals - total cost - simple problemsApplications of integrals - total revenuedefinite integralsidea of integration - simple examples
PART II: ECONOMICS
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Alternatives to planned developmentPreparation and ExecutionMethods of Calculating National Income and their short comingsTrends and pattern of National Income growthPlanning and the case for Decentralized Planning in India and KeralaFinance Commissions and fiscal devolutionPanchayath RajPrimary, Secondary and Tertiary Sectors of Indian Economy and their contributions towards GDPcomposition of State Domestic product of KeralaSuccess and failures of planning in IndiaDemographical trends and patterns in India and KeralaOrganized and Unorganized sectors in India and Keralacausalization of employmentInternal and External migrationlabour market reformslabour welfare measureseducated unemployment and man power planning in Keralainflation targetingPoverty alleviation measurestheir causes and effects
PART I: STATISTICS
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Classification and Tabulation of dataCollection of Data: Primary and Secondary dataOne dimensional diagramPictograms and Cartogramstwo dimensional diagramsCumulative Frequency Curvesfrequency curveFrequency PolygonHistogramIndian and State statistical systems. Planning and execution of surveysGeometric meanHarmonic meanMeanMedianModeMean deviationQuartile deviationRangeRelative measures of dispersionStandard deviationMeasures of Skewness and Kurtosisconvenience samplingJudgment samplingQuota samplingMultistage samplingSimple random samplingStratified samplingSystematic samplingSampling: Census and Sample methodcurve, fitting - linear and non-linear (logarithmic, exponential)ForecastingMethods of studying CorrelationRegression linesConsumer Price Index numbersMethods of constructing index numbersAutocorrelation (Basic concepts only)Hetroscedasticity (Basic concepts only)Multicollinearity (Basic concepts only)Optimization with equality Constraints- the Lagrange multiplier methodOptimization with inequality Constraints- Linear programming problems (basic concepts only)Components of Time seriesExponential TrendsGrowth CurvesMeasurement of TrendMeasuring Trend by LogarithmsCrude Death rateInfant Mortality rateMaternal Mortality KateMeasurement of Fertility- Crude Birth rateMeasurement of Fertility- Specific Fertility rateMethods of Obtaining Vital statisticsRate of Net MigrationReproduction raleStandardized Death ratesMathematical ExpectationAxiomatic definitionBasic conceptsBayes theoremClassical definitioncondition for independenceConditional ProbabilityTheorems in probabilityChi-square distribution (Basic concepts only)Snedecor’s F-distribulion (Basic concepts only)Student's t distribution (Basic concepts only)binomialnormal distributionsPoissonCumulative Distribution functionDiscrete and Continuous random variablesProbability functionTest of goodness of fittest of homogeneitytest of Independence of attributeLevel of significancePower of the testTests of significance of and variancesTests of significance of means for large sample and small sampleTests of significance of proportionsInterval estimation of means, proportions and variancesPoint Estimation
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Draftsman Gr-II ||| Town Planning Surveyor Gr-II
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the posts of Draftsman Grade-II and Town Planning Surveyor Grade-II, often in departments like Town and Country Planning.
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QUESTIONS BASED ON NTC CIVIL
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Arches - technical terms- brick and stone centering -lintel, various forms and sizesBridges: Introduction to bridges, component parts of a bridge. Classification of culverts (IRC). Bridges types, location of a bridge. Tunnels rules used for the sizes of different members.Building Estimating: Types of estimate, standard method of taking out quantity, labour & material detailed & abstract estimate. Analysis of rates for simple items of work. Schedule of rates, specificationsCarpentry joints- terms, classification of joints.Classification and construction of upper floors including waterproofing, general Principles of construction of masonry & RCCConventional signs and symbols asper BIS Bricks characteristics of good bricks, hollow bricks and manufacture of bricks.Dampness in building and damp proof course. Method of prevention of dampness in building. Mortar - types, proportion& mixing. Plastering & pointing. White washing & distempering.Details of diferent bonding wall and section according to BISForms of rivets, proportions. Types of riveted jointsFoundation: Purpose, causes of failure of foundation, bearing capacity of soils, dead and live loads, examination of ground. Types of foundation. Drawing of footing foundation, setting out of building on ground excavation, shorting & simple machine foundations.Indian Railways - their gauges, construction of permanent ways. Different rail sections. Use of stone ballast in railways track. Use and types of sleepers, types of signals, fixtures & fastening in Railway Tracks including base plates and fishplatesInstruments and accessories - their uses and description level book. Differential levelling. Application of chain and levelling to building construction. Plotting, preparation of contour computing earth work by spot level and contours. Setting out work.Instruments employed, use, care & maintenance. Field problems. Field book plotting. Introduction to plane table survey. Instruments employed, use, care & maintenance. Prismatic compass, Planimeter and pentagraph.Introduction of Water Resources Engineering: Definition of terms used in irrigation. Hydrology like duty delta, intensity of irrigation. Hydrograph, peak flow, runs off, catchments area CCA, crops like, Rabi, Kharif etc. Storage/diversion head works definitions: Types of Dam Masonry, concrete & Composite Dams, gravity Dam, Arch and Buttress Dams, Earth and Rock fill dams. Reservoir - types of reservoir viz., single purpose and multipurpose area/capacity curves of Reservoir Canals: Canals, classification of canals and distribution system, canal structures viz. Head Regulators, canal outlet, escape, etc. drawing of canal alignment including longitudinal and cross sections of canals eith the given data, types of cross drainage works viz. aqueducts, Super passage, Syphon Aqueducts syphon super passage, level crossing, Irrigation, Culvert- Inlets and Outlets, General Description, Element of Water power development and Various civil engineering structure of Hydro - Electric Schemes, ie, fore bay penstock, Turbines, power house etc. Types of water supply system and purificationIntroduction to RCC uses, materials proportions and rorm work, including bending of bars and construction reference to BIS code. Reinforced brick work. Materials used for RCC, construction selection of materials course aggregate, fine aggregate cement - water, reinforcement, characteristics. Method of mixing concrete - hand and machine, Slump testIntroduction to structural drafting. Arrangements of drawing, Standard drawing practice to represent thread, nuts, bolts and structural steel sections. Reference to BIS code. Type designs.Introduction: Chain surveying principlesIntroduction: Sequence of construction of a building. Names of different parts of building. Bricks masonry - principles of construction of bonds. Tools and equipment used. Scaffolding.Knowledge about Architectural Desk top and creating modellingMethod and find out quantities for a single storied residential building.Plumbing- common hand tools- description and use, plumbing operationsRoad: Introduction to roads, general principlesof alignment. Classification and construction of different types of roads.Roof: Pitched roof types, roof covering, and component parts of roof. Theory of truss, King and queen post trussesSafety precautions & elementary first aid- carpenter's hand tools, their names, screws, hinges, dowels etc. Preparation of glue & putty. Grinding & sharpening of tools. Their care & maintenance. Use of different types of joints. Properties and uses of different timbers used in construction work.Stone masonry, terms used, principles of construction, classification, composite masonry and strength of walls. Timber: Structure - Indian timber uses.Tiles, terracotta, stone wate and earthen ware, Sand types, characteristics, cement, lime.Window and ventilators: including steel windows ventilators and curtain walls - fixtures and fastenings used in doors, windows and ventilators.
QUESTIONS BASED ON NTC SURVEY
Sec 2
Astronomical surveying introduction. Definition of spherical triangle. Astronomical triangle observation of sun and stars. Calculation for Azimuth and time. Coordinate system and its conversion of mean solar time into side real time or vice versa. Determination of the meridian and Azimuthchain survey and principles location of points-off- sets and instrument used for the same, their descriptions testing of the chain, tape, cross staff and optical square.Classification of levelling staffs. Purpose of sectioning consideration of distance between points , precautions.Comparison of field and village boundaries and side measurements procedures to prepare of transfer paper and transfer drawings-Lithography-incography Vandyke process cordography.Compound curves working problems on compound curves and types of transition curves.Compulation of latitudes and azimuth, soloution of spherical triangles -computation of spherical triangles,, values of village tri-junction, maps -projection methods of reducing values of points from one origin to other .Land laws & rules.Construction and uses of boning rods and ghat tracer.Convergence of meridian- substance bar and use.Grossery of terms.Different methods of finding area of irregular figures-planimeter-its principle, construction, use of precautions -working out problems of areas by using planimeter enlarging and reducing of plans, use of proportions, compass and pantogtraph and their parts.Different types of vertical curves and its working problems .Parts of pantagraphs and planimeter with their uses.Errors in chain survey and their remedies, problems in chain survey-degree of accuracy required in chain survey and its relevant to field work In field work-procedure in inking and colouring.Errors in plane tabling and their elimination instruments used in combination with plane tabling, their construction and use.Estimating & costing for a simple building in details and specification for different worksField book types -methods of entry of check lines -its importance.General forms of field notes used in theodolite surveys-adjustment of errors while laying a given angle by repetition. Method of setting out straight lines establishing lines at given angles lines.Geometrical constructions lines, angles ,triangles, conic sections, quadrilaterals, polygons, circles, ellipse, parabola & hyperbolaGlossary terms of building construction and building materials,Glossary terms of roads irrigationInstrumental errors and-elimination-permanent adjustments of theodolite care and maintenance of theodolites.Interpolation of contours by different methods and preparing contours maps -preparation of field record for topographic surveys-height book-height tracing and colour trace.Introduction to theodolite- Temporary adjustment of theodolite-procedure in setting up- methods of measurement of horizontal angles -repetition and reiteration systems.Irrigation:- types of supply of water-rain fall catchment areas ,run off over best site for construction a reservoir, water spread area factors affronting the consideration of the height of dam and capacity of reservoirlevelling survey-the level parts, kinds -types of levels cook's reversible level and dumpy level-their construction and parts -types of diaphragm. Types of levelling staff, their description and use -technical terms used in levelling.Location of details-types off-sets and their limit-town survey traversing with chain procedure in plotting chain lines skeleton, its check and filling in details.Measurements on undulated sloppy ground types of obstacles in chaining and method of overcoming them. Care and maintenance of chain and its accessories.Method of locating details by bearings, method of survey with compass -traversing Methods. Methods of determining true meridians and declination- methods of plotting closed compass traverse- adjustment of closing errors-limit of precision required field book entries.Method running traverses-different methods of angles and bearings.Methods of calculating area of a closed traverse from co-ordinates.Methods of observation ,booking and reduction of levels, forms of levels, forms of field books for levelling and methods of entry rules for checking up readings and calculation. Reciprocal levelling -effect of earth's curvature and refraction in levelling. Common sources of error in levelling and their elimination -degree of accuracy in levelling. Introduction to contour.Methods of plane tabling-radiation-intersection-traversing -resection.Methods of plotting traverses - checking of measurements of closed and open traverse use of traverse table closing errors and its adjustment.Methods of taking off-sets on obstructed lines and offset lines, field measurement in triangle and offset system. Method of fixing survey maps on boundaries.Omitted measurements and their calculation -practice in working our problems.Permanent adjustment of various levelling instrument, repeating the same with precautions.Plane table survey advantage and dis-advantages of plane table survey- equipment in plane table surveying, general instruction for plane table survey.printing letters and figures by different methods of inking of letters using stencil, colouring.Procedure in typing field numbers, printing names and inter setting topogrphical details in maps.Procedures in conducting chain survey-preliminary steps -conditions to be satisfied by survey lines.Relaying of old service errors in compass survey. Testing and adjustment of compass.scales -different types, their principle method of construction and reading calculating least count.Steps in plotting section -selecting of scales -factors affecting deflection of formation level -prismoildal formula and its application, calculation of earth work.Survey maps -care and maintenance at plane table accessories, procedure of plane tabling.Surveying -their classification, plane, survey, geodetic survey, different purpose of survey, instruments used in survey, Nature of surveyors work -importance of system. Accuracy and speed in field and office work, Common terms and definitions used in surveying conventional signs used in field book and survey maps,.uses of Legends, linear measuring instrument based by surveyors, their description and uses, types of chain.Tangent clinometers (Indian pattern clinometer), telescopic alidade.Technical terms in connection with simple triangulation - base line measurements and its correction- procedure of measuring angles -methods of calculating sides forms triangulation, data check, errors and precautions.Technical terms used in compass survey, difference between angles and bearings-magnetic and true meridians-declination and its variations, local attraction, its detection, and elimination.Topographic survey and principle-instrument and accessories used in topographic survey- contours and their characteristics.Total station survey- Study of the instrument- temporary adjustment-calculation of distance, area, volume, stake out etcTwo point and three point problems triangles of error and its elimination -Lehman's rule - mechanical and graphical method.Types of bonds, English bond, Flemish bonds, Tee joints, wall junctions, stone masonry, random rubble, coarsed and Aslar stone masonry, type of Arch, king post and queen post, doors & windows RCC simple beams and lintelTypes of surveys for the location of a road , points to be considered during reconnaissance, preliminary and final location surveys. Alignment of roads -relative importance of length of road height of embankment and depth of cutting -road gradients-sub grades and road foundations, drainage camber curves and supper elevation, road surface ,such as earth road, water bound macadam cement contrete payment.Use of magnetic needle in survey works-types of compasses -description, constructional features and uses measurement of directions.Uses of Instrument Box, board, Tee-square, set square, protractors and other instrument used for survey drawing, their types and uses.Vertical intervals horizontal equivalents methods of determining counters- comparison of different methods and their application.What is computer? General terms used in computer. MS-Word and their uses. M S Office. Operating System Software, window command and their uses. Auto CAD Command and use .of different menus of Auto CADWorking out problems on field book reduction, reciprocal levelling and permanent adjustment.Working out problems on finding out areas of closed traverses, height and distances-box sextant, its description and use. Abney's level and its description.Working problems on simple curves by chain and tape offset method and successive by section of arch.
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS, INDIAN NATIONAL MOVEMENT & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 3
Important World, National and Regional Events related to the Political and Scientific fields, Sports, Cinema and Literature etc.Geographical Facts- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – Etc.Demography- Economic and Social Development-Poverty Alleviation-Economy and Planning-EtcGeography of India- Physical Features- Climate- Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites -EtcHistory of India-Period from 1857 to 1947 National Movement-Important Events/Movements/Leaders:- Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V.T.Bhattathirippad, Dr Palpu. Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara Etc
Technical
100 Marks
ESTIMATOR CUM DRAFTSMAN
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Estimator-cum-Draftsman in Forest Industries (Travancore) Limited.
120m
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THERMAL ENGINEERING
Sec 1
Air Compressors: construction and working of Air compressors- function of an air compressor- uses of compressed air -Classfiication of the air compressors- working of reciprocating compressors (single stage and two stage), rotary compressors - fans and blowers, centrifugal compressors and axial flow compressors. Mechanical efficiency & Volumetric efficiencyAir conditioning systems: Classification - industrial, comfort air conditioning, working of summer air conditioning, winter and year round air conditioning.Air Conditioning: Definition, factors affecting human comfort, effective temperatureAir Standard'Cycles:Assuinption, Air standard efficiency,Brief explanation with p-V diagrams and derivation of air standard efficiency of Carnot Cycle, Otto cycle, Diesel cycle. combustion cycle with P-V diagram (No derivation of air standard efficiency)Different systems of I C engines: Fuel systems, - components —carburetion - functions of carburetor -working fuel systems of diesel engine -fuel filter - injector and injection nozzle - ignition system — cooling system - classification of cooling system - radiators - I C engine lubrication system - forced system - governing systems- quantity governing - quality governing - hit and miss governing.Fuels & Combustion: Classification of fuels-solid, liquid, & gaseous- Merits & demerits of various types of fuels Requirements of a good fuel. Calorific ValueFundamentals of Thermodynamics: Concept of System -open, closed and isolated system - boundary, surroundings, state & properties - Intrinsic and extrinsic, pressure (absolute, atmospheric, gauge and vacuum), temperature, S.T.P and N.T.P values.- Energy-, internal energy, flow work, enthalpy, entropy, specific volume, thermal and thermodynamic equilibrium, Specific heats of gases, specific heat at constant volume and specific heat at constant pressure - their relations.Gas equation: characteristic gas equation, characteristic gas constant and universal gas constant.Heat Exchangers: Heat exchangers-Classification- Recuperator type and regenerative type, parallel flow, counter flow type & cross flow.Heat Transfer: Heat Transfer- conduction, convection and radiationLaws of perfect gases (Brief explanations): 1. Boyle's law 2. Charle's law 3. Regnault's law 4. Avogadro's law 5. Joule's lawPrinciples of Refrigeration:Definition of refrigeration, concept of C.O.P, unit of Refrigeration, reversed carnot cycle- COP, Application of refrigeration,Psychrometric Processes: Sensible heating, sensible cooling -humidifying, dehumidifyingPsychrometry: Definition, Dry air, moist air, saturated, unsaturated and super saturated air, degree of saturation, dry bulb temperature, wet bulb temperature, dew point temperature.Refrigerants: Definition: Primary and secondary refrigerants, desirable properties of refrigerantsRefrigeration Equipments: Compressors - Condensers - Evaporators - Expansion Devices: Capillary tube, Thermostatic expansion valve.Testing of IC. Engines: Performance of I.C.Engines- testing- Indicated power, Brake Power, Friction Power, - Mechanical Efficiency- Indicated Thermal efficiency, Brake Thermal efficiency, Relative efficiency-Total fuel consumption & Specific Fuel Consumption-Morse test for Determination of IP. of multi-cylinder engine- Heat balance sheet- problemsThermodynamic Laws (Brief explanations): 1. Zeroth law 2. First law 3. Second lawThermodynamic Processcs:Explanation, p-V diagram. Isochoric process, Isobaric process, Isothermal process, Isentropic process, Polytrophic process, Throttling process .Vapour Compression Refrigeration systems: Principles and working of a vapour compression system with the help of flow diagram. C.O.P of vapour compression systems.
MACHINE DRAWING AND DESIGN OF MACHINE ELEMENTS
Sec 2
Bearings: Functions of bearings - classification of bearings - Radial bearings - thrust bearings - sliding contact bearings - rolling contact bearings.Belt Drives: Types of belts - flat belt, circular belt or rope, V-belt -types of flat belt drives - open and crossed belt drive - compound belt drive - stepped or cone pulley drive - velocity ratio - slip - creep.Bolts, Nuts and Key: Designation of screw threads - stresses in screwed fastenings due to static loading – initial stresses - stresses due to external forces - bolts of uniform strength - types of keys - forces acting on a sunk key -strength of a sunk key - calculation of key size using empirical proportions.Cams: Classification of followers and cams - motion of the followers - uniform velocity, simple harmonic motion - uniform acceleration and retardation - cam terminology.Couplings: Shaft couplings - requirement - types.Gears and Gear Trains: Functions of gears - friction wheels - advantages and disadvantages of a gear drive - spur gear nomenclature - simple gear drive - velocity ratio - gear trains - simple gear train - compound gear train.General design considerations: General procedure - Design stress and working stress - factor of safety.Governors and Flywheels: Functions of the governors - types of governors - simple watt governor - porter governor-flywheels - comparison with governors - coefficient of fluctuation of speed - fluctuation of energy – maximum fluctuation of energy - coefficient of fluctuation of energy.Limits, Fits and Tolerances: Definition of limits, fits and tolerances.Screw Threads: Thread terminology- Forms of screw threads (Square thread, V thread) - Witworth thread-British Association thread-American standard thread—Acme thread-ISO metric thread—square thread-single start and multi start threads-right hand and left hand threads-conventional representation of threads, bolted connection using standard proportions..Shafts: Torsional stresses and strains - strength of solid and hollow shaft - comparisons - power transmitted by shaft - Compare solid and hollow shaft in terms of their weight, strength and stiffness.Surface Roughness: Surface roughness terminology- surface roughness values, Grades and symbols.Welded joints and piping layout: Classification of welds- Elementary welding symbols — Types of pipes Methods of connecting pipes-pipe threads-Representation of pipe threads - Types of pipe joints - Single and double line orthographic symbols for pipe fittings and valves (flanged, screwed and welded joints).
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
Sec 3
Bench work and fitting: Fitting operations like chipping, filing, scraping, grinding, sawing, marking, drilling, reaming, tapping, dieing - Tools used in fitting- vice (bench vice, pipe vice, hand vice), files- various types of files-specification of files-chisels, hammers, hack saw, scrapers, punches, surface plate, surface gauge, V-block, angle plate, try square,combination set, steel rule, calipers(outside and inside), divider, scriber, drills,, reamer, tap and tap wrench, die and die stock, goggles.Inspection and Quality control: Concept of quality and quality control - Product control - Concepts of adhesiveness, cohesiveness, refractoriness. Types of patterns- single piece pattern, split pattern, match plate pattern, gated pattern, loose piece pattern, sweep pattern - Pattern allowances- shrinkage allowance, draft allowance, machining allowance, distortion or camber allowance, rapping allowanceMethod study: Work study – Advantages and application of work study to increase productivity -Method study - Therbligs and their symbols - Presets chart symbols - Preparation of operation process chart, flow process chart, man-machine chart right hand left hand chart, and simo chart - Flow diagram - Principles of motion economy - Rules concerning human body, work placelayout and material handling, tools and equipment design - Objectives of work measurement - Procedure of stop watch time study - Standard time calculation -Production study - Work sampling - Steps in work sampling.Production planning and control: Concepts of industry - Meaning of the term production and productivity -Methods of increasing productivity - Types of production - Job production batch production, mass production, continuous production - Explanation of production planning control - Benefits and functions of PPC - Preplanning activities - Forecasting, plant location, product planning, design and development, material selection, Process planning, determination of men, machines, material and tool requirements - Process palnning -Choice of machine in process planning - Break even analysis - Process sheet -Process planning procedure -Routing - Scheduling - Dispatching - Value Engineering - Plant location and layout - Factors to be considered in locating industrial plants - Plant layout - Types of layouts - Compare the advantages and disadvantages of each type - Plant maintenance - Types of maintenance.
MACHINE TOOLS
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Broaching Machines: General use of a broaching machines - Parts and their functions.Computer Numerical Control (CNC): Machine tools ( brief description only)Drilling machines: Classification - Work holding devices - Types of drill bits - Tool holding devices -Operations.Gear manufacture: Method of making gears - Gear hobbling.Grinding: Abrasives- natural, artificial - Bonding materials -vitrified, silicate, shellac, rubber - Kind of abrasives, grain size, grade and structure, kind of bond material, functions of the grinding wheels - Grinding machines - Cylindrical grinders.-centre type and centre less type grinders.Jigs and Fixtures: Definition of jigs and fixtures.Lathe and lathe work: Type of lathe -Lathe parts, function of each part - Lathe accessories - Work holing and tool holding devices.- Speed, feed and depth of cut - Operations - taper turning methods, -Lathe specificationMetal cutting:Orthogonal cutting and oblique cutting, chip formation , type of chips, cutting speed , feed and depth of cut --Tool life - MachinabilityMilling machines: General use of milling machines - Parts of milling machines and their functions - Types of milling machines - Cutter holding devices (a) arbours (b) collets - Milling operations - plain milling, key and key ways, gang milling , T - slot milling - Milling methods (a) conventional milling (b) climb milling - Types of indexing.Planing machines: General use of a planer - Planner parts and their functions.Shaping Machines :General use of a shaper - Parts and their functions.Slotting Machines: General use of a slotter - Slotter parts and their functions.
APPLIED MECHANICS , STRENGTH OF MATERIALS
Sec 5
Centre of gravity of sections: Centroids - centre of gravity -axis of symmetry and axis of reference - methods to find center of gravity - simple geometric sections such as rectangle, triangle and circle.Columns and struts: Column, strut, buckling load, equivalent length, slendemess ratio - types of columns - short column, medium size column, long column.Direct Stresses and strains: Types of stresses and strains - tensile and compressive - longitudinal and lateral strain -Poisson's ratio - behaviour of mild steel under tension - stress strain diagram - limit of proportionality - elastic limit - yield point - ultimate stress - working stress - factor of safety - comparison of stress strain diagram of a mild steel and a brittle material- Hooks law and Young's modulus - principle of super position - stresses in varying section - stresses in composite section - simple problems.Friction: Introduction - type of friction - static friction, dynamic friction, sliding friction, rolling friction, pivot friction, limiting friction, angle of friction, coefficient of friction, cone of friction - state laws of friction. - static friction and kinetic friction.Moment of inertia of sections: Moment of inertia - radius of gyration.Riveted joints: Types - lap joint - single riveted, double riveted ( chain and zigzag ) - butt joint - single cover single riveted, double cover single riveted - failure of riveted joints - failure of rivets - shearing and crushing - failure of plates - tearing across a row of rivets - tearing off plate at an edge - strength of rivet, plate and riveted joint - efficiency of a riveted joint. - caulking and Fullering operations.Shear force and bending moment: Types of beams - cantilever beam, simply supported beam, over hanging beam, built in beam or fixed beam and continuous beam - types of loading — concentrated or point load, uniformly distributed load and uniformly varying load - shear force and bending moment diagrams - cantilever beams - point load, uniformly distributed load and combination of point load and uniformly distributed load - simply supported beam - point load, uniformly distributed load and combination of point load and uniformly distributed load -maximum bending moment on the section.Shear stress and shear strain: Shear stress and strain - modulus of rigidity - volumetric strain, bulk modulus - simple problemsSprings: Types of spring - leaf spring - helical prings.Thermal Stress and strain: Nature and magnitude of stresses due to change in temperature - total or partial prevention of expansion and contraction - temperature stress on composite bar- simple problems.Thin Cylinders: Failures of thin cylinder - stresses in thin cylindrical shell - hoop stress - longitudinal stress.Torsion of circular shafts: Torsion equation - strength equation for solid and hollow shaft ( no proof) - power equation - polar moment of inertia.Welded joints: welding terms - leg of the weld, size of the fillet weld, throat thickness, effective length of the weld, side fillet weld and end fillet weld - strength of welded joints.
HYDRAULIC MACHINES
Sec 6
Centrifugal pump: Types of casing—piping system of CP—work done, manometric head—efficiencies-discharge—power required to drive -multistage pumps -specific speed of CP— cavitation—priming.Impulse turbines: Development of water Turbines-classification-impulseTurbine-Pelton wheel Components.Reaction turbines: Components—difference between impulse& Reaction—Classification of RcactionTurbines—Francis Turbine—Kaplan Turbine -Draft tubes - specific speed.Reciprocating pump:Types -comparison of CP & RP -discharge—slip -air vessels , Hydraulic ram.
FLUID MECHANICS AND PNEUMATICS
Sec 7
Flow through Orifices, Notches, Pipes and Nozzles: Orifices - types of orifices - Vena contracta - coefficient of contraction - coefficient of velocity— coefficient of discharge — Notches -types of notches - Flow through pipes - loss of head in pipes - major energy losses - minor energy losses - loss of energy due to friction - Darcy's formulae(No derivation) for loss of head in pipes - Chezy's formula (No derivation ) for loss of head in pipes - simple problems - loss of head due to sudden enlargement - loss of head due to sudden contraction(No derivation) - water hammer .Fluid Power: Introduction - Basic law - Applications of fluid powerFluid pressure and its measurement: Fluid pressure at a point - pressure head - problems - Pascal's law -absolute, gauge, atmospheric and vacuum pressures - simple problems - measurement of fluid pressure -Piezometer tube - simple manometer- differential manometer - inverted differential manometer - Bourdon's tube pressure gauge - total pressure.Hydraulic control elements and components: Control valves - Functions - classifications - Describe the working of pressure control valves such as relief valves - poppet valve - Direction control valves- check valves. Flow control valves - types - gate, globe, butterfly valves, non return valve.Hydraulic system: Basic elements of hydraulic system - Oil reservoir pump unit - Principles of working of Positive displacement pump - Classifications - Gear pumps, Screw Pump, Vane pumps, Lobe pump, Simple piston pumps.Kinematics and Dynamics of fluid flow: Introduction - types of fluid flow - steady and unsteady flow -uniform and non-uniform flow - laminar and turbulent flow - compressible and incompressible flow - rotational and ir-rotational flow - rate of flow or discharge - equation of continuity of a liquid flow - simple problems -energy of a l i q u i d in motion - potential energy - kinetic energy - pressure energy - total energy - total head of l i q u i d in motion - Bernoulli's equation — practical applications of Bernoulli's equation - venturimeter - Orifice meter - Pitot tube.Pneumatic control elements and components: Pneumatic control valves -Air cylinders.Pneumatic System: Comparison of pneumatic system with hydraulic system - identification of standard pneumatic symbols - basic pneumatic system - air filter - pressure regulator - lubricator - mufflersProperties of Fluids :Density - specific weight - specific volume - specific gravity - problems - viscosity -kinematics viscosity -Newton's law of viscosity - types of fluids - compressibility - surface tension - capillarity
INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT
Sec 8
Inventory management -definition and classification -purchase procedure -buying techniques -EOQ and ABC analysis.Materials and sales management.Principles of management: Meaning of management -Taylor's scientific management, Functions of management - Different types of ownership - Organizational structure.Project Management Techniques: Introduction to Network analysis - Commonly used terms in CPM and PERT - CPM - Operation, earliest finish time (EFT), latest finish time (LFT), critical path, event, slack or float, dummy activity - Construction and numbering of network diagram - Fulkerson's rule -Simple problems on CPM (by AOA method only) - PERT - Comparison between CPM and PERT -Calculation of expected time - Event, activity, successor event, predecessor event, earliest expected time, latest allowable time, slack.Quality Planning and its developments: Definitions of quality- Dimensions of quality-TQM conceptQuantitative techniques in management: Methods -Linear programming: - Formulation of LPP -Transportation problem - North West corner rule, Vogel's approximation method - Simple problems. -Game theory - Two-persons zero sum game - Maxi-min and mini-max principle - Saddle point -simple problems.Stores management -introduction -store keeping functions -duties of store keeper -store layout -Centralized and decentralized store -store records -indent forms -bincard -store ledger. Sales -importance -functions of sales department -sales forecasting.The principles of a good wage payment system: Types of wages - Nominal, real, living, fair, and minimum wages - Incentives.
Technical
100 Marks
ARCHITECTURAL HEAD DRAFTSMAN
Kerala PSC conducts recruitment for the Architectural Head Draftsman position in the Kerala State Housing Board.
75m
2s
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Part I - Questions based on Degree in Architecture
Sec 1
Anthropometric studies and design StandardsWater supply, Sewerage and drainage system, plumbing system, principles of electrification, ventilation and air conditioning Fire fighting, Building safety and security Behavioural characteristics of all types of building materials e.g: mud, timber, bamboo, brick, stone, concrete, steel, glass, FRP, different polymers, composites, paper boards. Principles of strength of materials, design of structural elements in wood, steel and RCC, principles of pre-stressing, Tall buildingsAchievements in the field of Architecture from post modern times till date. Application of computers in Architecture and Planning, understanding elements of different softwares.Components of ecosystem,.ecological principles concerning environment, elements of climate, Principles of lighting and styles for illumination, Thermal comfort- Indices of thermal comfort -Tropical Summer Index- Effective Temperature. Thermal effects in buildings. Basic concepts of heat transfer in buildings Acoustics - elements, principles and application of architectural acoustics.Type of foundations, superstructure, roof, methods of construction Estimation, specification, valuation, Modular coordination, Project management techniques (CPM, PERT) Concept of Disaster Management and Mitigation.Architecture during Early Cultures upto 3500 BC-such as Paleolithic, Ice Age, Neolithic Period Indian – Indus valley, vedic, Buddhist, Indo Aryan, Dravidian and Mughal periods European - Egyptian, Greek, roman, early chritian, byzantine, gothic, renaissance Vernacular and traditional architecture of Kerala Impact of industrial revolution Isms in Architecture - Modernism, Cubism, Structuralism, Formalism, Brutal ism, Deconstructivism, Minimalism International Style of ArchitectureDevelopment of human settlements in historical perspective, Planning theories, Concept of housing, neighbourhood principles, housing typology and standards, housing policies.Basics of urban design principles.Need for sustainability, principles, green architecture, rating systems Cost effective building practices.Set Back Rues, Coverage, FAR, FSI, Density, Occupancy groups, current building regulations (KMBR, NBC) Architect' Act and Council of Architecture Regulations, Professional practice, Professional charges, Tenders and Contracts, Architectural education Role of development authoritiesFundamental elements of design and their definitions - point, line, shape, form, structure, space, texture, value and color. Introduction to the principles of composition — unity, balance, symmetry, proportion, scale, hierarchy, rhythm, contrast, harmony, datum, form, colour, texture, sense of place and space, focal point, views, vista.Principles of visual design Principles of visual perception
Part II - General Knowledge , Current Affairs, India-National Movement and Renaissance in Kerala
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Geographical Facts-Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers-Famous Sites– EtcGeography of India- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – Etc. – Demography- Economic and Social Development-Poverty Alleviation-Economy and Planning-Etc. – History of India- Period from 1857 to 1947- National Movement- Etc.Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V.T.Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, EtcImportant Events/ Movements/Leaders
Technical
100 Marks
Vocational Instructor in General Insurance
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Vocational Instructor in General Insurance in the Kerala Vocational Higher Secondary Education department.
110m
4s
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BUSINESS INSURANCE & COMMERCE
Sec 1
Business - Meaning- Characteristics- Branches of business - Industry- Commerce- Types of Industry -Commerce- Trade- Aids to trade Functions of Commerce.New trends in Commerce- Share, Debenture, Exchange rate, Reporate-Bull- Bear, Boom- DepressionPrinciples of Insurance - Insurable interest, utmost good faith, Indemnity, subrogation, ContributionsRisk in business- Meaning- Types of risks - Causes of Risk - Insurable and non insurable - Different types of Insurance Policies.Service Sectors in Business - Banks - Types of Banks - Functions of Commercial Bank- Types of Deposits - Types of lending agency Service, General utility service- New trends in banking sector - e-banking- ATM - Debit Card- Credit Card etc.,Types of insurance- Motor- Life- Burglary- Motor- Marine Engineering - Rural etc,.
WORD PROCESSING
Sec 2
Classification of Computer SystemsData ProcessingInternet (Basic things)Output DevicesSystem Input Devices
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE , CURRENT AFFAIRS, INDIA-NATIONAL MOVEMENT AND RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 3
Important World, National and Regional Events related to the Political and Scientific fields, Sports, Cinema and Literature etc.Geographical Facts- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – Etc.Demography- Economic and Social Development-Poverty Alleviation-Economy and Planning-EtcGeography of India- Physical Features- Climate- Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites -EtcHistory of India-Period from 1857 to 1947 National Movement-Important Events/Movements/Leaders:- Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V.T.Bhattathirippad, Dr Palpu. Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara Etc
TYPEWRITER MECHANISM
Sec 4
Functions of TypewriterKeyboard (Keys) Movements of Typewriter.Parts of TypewriterTypes of Typewriter
Technical
100 Marks
VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTOR-CATERING AND RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Vocational Instructor in Catering and Restaurant Management in the Vocational Higher Secondary Department.
90m
7s
#kerala-psc#vocational-instructor#catering#restaurant-management#vhse
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Food production
Sec 1
Accompaniments & garnishes.Aims & objectives of cookingBreakfast cookingCold Kitchen, Gardemanger, Larder controlCooking materialsCulinary HistoryCulinary terms.International cuisines, its origin, concepts, ingredients and dishesInvalid CookeryKitchen organization structureMenu planning, principles and application, Portion control, standard portion sizes, necessity for control, brief study of how portions are worked out.Methods of cooking.Non-Alcoholic Beverages-Hot and cold. Classification and preparationPastas, Bread and Basic doughsPreparation of Ingredients - weights and volume equivalent, Mise-en place, methods of mixing food, textureSoups and Starters, Sauces, Cereals and Farinaceous products, Milk and milk products, Fats and oils, Vegetables, Pulses and Fruits, Fish, Meat, EggsSpices, herbs, condiments, Indian masalas, colourings, seasonings and flavourings- History, sources, characteristics, preparation of wet and dry masalas, spices and herb blendsStocks-Aims, preparation, classification, clarification
Nutrition and Food Science
Sec 2
Adulteration - Definition, common food adulterants, toxic effects, detection of adulterantsDietetics - Planning and balancing meals, balanced diets, special needs ( children, adults, old), over weight -Low calorie diet, Fibre restricted and high fibre diets, Factors influencing food intake and food habits ( cultural, social, economic, psychological, religious, moral, age, sex, emotion & illness)Effect of heat on food and its nutrientsEnergy - unit of energy, requirement and factors affecting it- BMR, RMR, SDA, growth and development activity, food as a source of energy, effects of deficiency and excess.Flavour and aroma of fruits and vegetables, Pigments in fruits and vegetables and effect of cookingFood additives and Leavening agents.Food preservationFood Processing - Preparations of seasonal fruits and vegetables, Canning and bottling, Fruit beverages, Jams, Jellies and Marmalades, Brewed and synthetic vinegars, Tomato products, Pickle, Chutneys and sauces. Preserves and candiesNutrients. Composition and classification, source, functions, digestion, daily requirements, deficiencyTerms used in Nutrition.
Food and Beverage Services
Sec 3
Ancillary areas and their functions.Bar and Banquet OperationsBeverages - Alcoholic and Non-AlcoholicGrowth of the catering industry and its evolution.Kitchen stewardingMenu planning, Guidelines of menu compilation, French menu terminology, Classical dishes and their accompanimentsOperating equipment - Crockery, glassware, hollowware, cutlery, and flatware. Their maintenance and upkeep.Structure of the F & B Service department.Types of catering establishments, Commercial, welfare and career opportunities.Types of Menus - Origin of Menu, Table d'hote menu, a la carte menu, French classical menu, Indian regional menusTypes of service - American, English, French, Gueridon, Russian, and Indian. Mise-en scene, Mise- en place, laying of a cover, Social skills.
Catering Management and accounting
Sec 4
Catering activities - Food and Beverage purchasesCatering facility planning- design, layout, flow of catering materials and men & lighting, Ventilation factors etc.Costing, Accounting and finance - Concepts of cost, Elements (components) of cost, Actual' and standard costs, Pricing, Policies and practice, Control cycle, Weighing, Measures and calculation methodsEquipments selection and purchasesFood and Beverage control- Catering control- Installing check.Food merchandising and sales - display, Presentation, Promotion, Sales Service, Human relations.Food receiving and storage principles and practices.General Book-keeping. Journal, Ledger, Trial balance, Cash Book, Trading Account, Profit and Loss Account, Balance sheet. Stock and Store accounting system, Material and cash control.Introduction to catering Industry - an overview, various segments of industry.Issuing and inventory managementMeasures and control measures at various stages of catering activitiesMinimizing waste at various stages, labour saving techniques.Organization of personnel of catering unitsProduction forecast, indenting, left over managementPurchase specifications, Methods of buying, Contract, Open marketTypes of operation - contract, Departmental, Co-operative society
Hygiene and Food Sanitation
Sec 5
Dish washing and Garbage disposalFirst AidFood contamination, poisoning and food borne diseasesHygiene in building and pest controlHygiene in storage of raw and cooked foodsHygiene in the kitchen and storePersonal hygieneWater- Importance of water, Sources of water supply, Purification of water through Filtration, chlorination, boiling, decantation and ion exchange. Hygiene of ice making. Potable water.
Maintenance and Services
Sec 6
Calculation of power requirements, bill calculations and meter reading.Conductors, insulators, Properties and application.Gas Leakage and DetectionImportance of Earthing - Safety precautions, Maintenance of electrical equipment, utility and specifications, use of thermostat in electrical equipmentsTypes of supply - single phase, three phase, light and fan circuits, single phase, power circuit.Voltage, current, resistance, Ohms law, power energy units and simple conversation.Wiring system - Battery wiring, conduct wiring, wiring fittings and accessories - cable Switches, fuses and lamp holders.Care and maintenance of refrigerators.Care and maintenance of water coolers and air conditioners.Construction and working of various types of flushing cisterns.Fire, Fire prevention and fire fighting. Uses of fire extinguishersFunction of waste pipe and antisiphon pipe.Hard and soft water - Use of water softeners.Inspection chambers, sewer blockings, leakages and their remedies.Study of traps and water control taps, Bibcock and stop cock.
Law
Sec 7
Hotels/Restaurants License registrationIndian contract Act 1872Insurance LawPayment 61 wages Act 1948.Workman's compensation Act 1948.Law pertaining to Food Services - Standards weight and measures Act 1956, Prevention of Food Adulteration Act 1954 (Definition, Types, Common adulterants and home scale methods of detecting adulterants; Food Laws - PFA, BIS, AGMARK, FPO, HACCP, etc.)Sales of good Act 1930
Technical
100 Marks
Senior Mechanic
This is a recruitment exam conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Senior Mechanic in Harbour Engineering. The syllabus covers topics based on a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mathematics, Basic Science, and General Knowledge.
120m
9s
#kerala-psc#mechanical-engineering#diploma-level#harbour-engineering#technical
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THERMAL ENGINEERING
Sec 1
Air Compressors: construction and working of Air compressors- function of an air compressor- uses of compressed air -Classfiication of the air compressors- working of reciprocating compressors (single stage and two stage), rotary compressors - fans and blowers, centrifugal compressors and axial flow compressors. Mechanical efficiency & Volumetric efficiencyAir conditioning systems: Classification – industrial, comfort air conditioning, working of summer air conditioning, winter and year round air conditioning.Air Conditioning: Definition, factors affecting human comfort, effective temperatureAir Standard Cycles: Assumption, Air standard efficiency -- explanation with diagrams and derivation of air standard efficiency of Carnot Cycle, Otto cycle, Diesel cycle, dual combustion cycleDifferent systems of I C engines: Fuel systems, - components – –carburetion – functions of carburetor –working fuel systems of diesel engine –fuel filter – injector and injection nozzle – ignition system –– cooling system – classification of cooling system – radiatorsFuels & Combustion: Classification of fuels-solid, liquid, & gaseous- Merits & demerits of various types of fuels -- Requirements of a good fuel.-- Calorific Value - combustion of fuelHeat Exchangers: Heat exchangers-Classification– Recuperator type and regenerative type, parallel flow, counter flow type & cross flow. – concept of over all heat transfer coefficient --LMTDHeat Transfer: Heat Transfer- conduction, convection and radiation – Fourier’s law – Thermal conductivity – Conduction through plane wall and composite wall– Black body concept – Stefan - Boltzman law -- Gray body concept – Newton Rikhman equation – free and forced convectionI C engine lubrication system – forced system – governing systems– quantity governing – quality governing – hit and miss governing.Principles of Refrigeration:Definition of refrigeration, concept of C.O.P, unit of Refrigeration. reversed carnot cycle- COP, Application of refrigeration,Psychrometric Processes: Sensible heating, sensible cooling –humidifying, dehumidifyingPsychrometry: Definition, Dry air, moist air, saturated, unsaturated and super saturated air, degree of saturation, dry bulb temperature, wet bulb temperature, dew point temperature.Refrigerants: Definition: Primary and secondary refrigerants, desirable properties of refrigerantsRefrigeration Equipments: Compressors - Condensers – Evaporators - Expansion Devices: Capillary tube, Thermostatic expansion valve.Testing of I.C. Engines: Performance of I.C.Engines- testing- Indicated power, Brake Power, Friction Power, - Mechanical Efficiency- Indicated Thermal efficiency, Brake Thermal efficiency, Relative efficiency-Total fuel consumption & Specific Fuel Consumption-Morse test for Determination of I.P. of multi-cylinder engine- Heat balance sheet- problemsVapour Compression Refrigeration systems: Principles and working of a vapour compression system with the help of flow diagram. C.O.P of vapour compression systems.
Engineering Mathematics
Sec 2
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope – intercept form, intercept form; Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin( A ± B), cos ( A± B) and tan (A± B).
APPLIED MECHANICS, STRENGTH OF MATERIALS AND DESIGN OF MACHINE ELEMENTS
Sec 3
Centre of gravity of sections: Centroids – centre of gravity – axis of symmetry and axis of reference – methods to find center of gravity – simple geometric sections such as rectangle, triangle and circle. Moment of inertia of sections: Moment of inertia – radius of gyration.Columns and struts: Column, strut, buckling load, equivalent length, slenderness ratio – types of columns – short column, medium size column, long column.Direct Stresses and strains: Types of stresses and strains – tensile and compressive – longitudinal and lateral strain –Poisson’s ratio – behaviour of mild steel under tension – stress strain diagram – limit of proportionality – elastic limit – yield point – ultimate stress – working stress – factor of safety – comparison of stress strain diagram of a mild steel and a brittle material– Hooks law and Young’s modulus – principle of super position – stresses in varying section – stresses in composite section – simple problems.Friction: Introduction – type of friction – static friction, dynamic friction, sliding friction, rolling friction, pivot friction, limiting friction, angle of friction, coefficient of friction, cone of friction – state laws of friction. – static friction and kinetic friction.Riveted joints: Types – lap joint – single riveted, double riveted ( chain and zigzag ) – butt joint – single cover single riveted, double cover single riveted – failure of riveted joints – failure of rivets – shearing and crushing – failure of plates – tearing across a row of rivets – tearing off plate at an edge – strength of rivet, plate and riveted joint – efficiency of a riveted joint. – caulking and Fullering operations.Shear force and bending moment: Types of beams – cantilever beam, simply supported beam, over hanging beam, built in beam or fixed beam and continuous beam – types of loading –– concentrated or point load, uniformly distributed load and uniformly varying load – shear force and bending moment diagrams – cantilever beams – point load, uniformly distributed load and combination of point load and uniformly distributed load – simply supported beam – point load, uniformly distributed load and combination of point load and uniformly distributed load – maximum bending moment on the section. – deflection of beamsShear stress and shear strain: Shear stress and strain – modulus of rigidity – volumetric strain, bulk modulus – simple problemsSprings: Types of spring – leaf spring – helical springs.Thermal Stress and strain: Nature and magnitude of stresses due to change in temperature – total or partial prevention of expansion and contraction – temperature stress on composite bar– simple problems.Thin Cylinders: Failures of thin cylinder – stresses in thin cylindrical shell – hoop stress – longitudinal stress.Torsion of circular shafts: Torsion equation – strength equation for solid and hollow shaft ( no proof ) – power equation – polar moment of inertia.Truss analysis : Types of frames – formula for finding the redundancy—free body diagram – equilibrium – forces in various members of stress due to loading – method of joints and method of sectionsWelded joints: welding terms – leg of the weld, size of the fillet weld, throat thickness, effective length of the weld, side fillet weld and end fillet weld – strength of welded joints.Bearings: Functions of bearings – classification of bearings – Radial bearings – thrust bearings – sliding contact bearings – rolling contact bearings.Belt Drives: Types of belts – flat belt, circular belt or rope, V-belt – types of flat belt drives – open and crossed belt drive – compound belt drive – stepped or cone pulley drive – velocity ratio – slip – creep.Bolts, Nuts and Key: Designation of screw threads – stresses in screwed fastenings due to static loading – initial stresses – stresses due to external forces – bolts of uniform strength – types of keys – forces acting on a sunk key – strength of a sunk key – calculation of key size using empirical proportions.Cams: Classification of followers and cams – motion of the followers – uniform velocity, simple harmonic motion – uniform acceleration and retardation – cam terminology – displacement diagrams.Couplings: Shaft couplings – requirement – types.Gears and Gear Trains: Functions of gears – friction wheels – advantages and disadvantages of a gear drive – spur gear nomenclature – simple gear drive – velocity ratio – gear trains – simple gear train – compound gear train.General design considerations: General procedure – Design stress and working stress – factor of safety.—kinematic link – pair – chain – four bar chain – examples and applications – mechanism -- inversionGovernors and Flywheels: Functions of the governors – types of governors – simple watt governor – porter governor – flywheels – comparison with governors – coefficient of fluctuation of speed – fluctuation of energy – maximum fluctuation of energy – coefficient of fluctuation of energy.Limits, Fits and Tolerances: Definition of limits, fits and tolerances.Screw Threads: Thread terminology– Forms of screw threads (Square thread, V thread) – Wit worth thread– British Association thread–American standard thread–Acme thread–ISO metric thread–square thread–single start and multi start threads–right hand and left hand threads–conventional representation of threads-bolted connection using standard proportions..Shafts: Torsional stresses and strains – strength of solid and hollow shaft – design of shaft considering strength and rigidity– comparisons – power transmitted by shaft – Compare solid and hollow shaft in terms of their weight, strength and stiffness.Surface Roughness: Surface roughness terminology- surface roughness values, Grades and symbols.Welded joints and piping layout: Classification of welds- Elementary welding symbols -- Types of pipes – Methods of connecting pipes-pipe threads-Representation of pipe threads – Types of pipe joints – Single and double line orthographic symbols for pipe fittings and valves (flanged, screwed and welded joints).
General Knowledge, Current Affairs, India National Movements & Renaissance in Kerala and its Leaders
Sec 4
Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V.T.Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, EtcDemography- Economic and Social Development-Poverty Alleviation-Economy and Planning-EtcFacts about KeralaGeographical Facts- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – EtcGeography of India- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – EtcHistory of India- Period from 1857 to 1947- National Movement- Etc.Important Events/ Movements /LeadersImportant World, National and Regional Events related to the Political and Scientific fields, Sports, Cinema and Literature etc.Renaissance of Kerala
INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT
Sec 5
Centralized and decentralized store –store records –indent forms –bincard –store ledger.Inventory management –definition and classification –purchase procedure –buying techniques –EOQ and ABC analysis.Materials and sales management.Principles of management: Meaning of management – Taylor’s scientific. management, Functions of management – Different types of ownership – Organizational structure.Project Management Techniques: Introduction to Network analysis – Commonly used terms in CPM and PERT – CPM – Operation, earliest finish time (EFT), latest finish time (LFT), critical path, event, slack or float, dummy activity – Construction and numbering of network diagram – Fulkerson's rule – Simple problems on CPM (by AOA method only) – PERT - Comparison between CPM and PERT – Calculation of expected time – Event, activity, successor event, predecessor event, earliest expected time, latest allowable time, slack.Quality Planning and its developments: Definitions of quality– Dimensions of quality– TQM conceptQuantitative techniques in management: Methods –Linear programming: - Formulation of LPP –Transportation problem – North West corner rule, Vogel's approximation method – Simple problems. – Game theory – Two-persons zero sum game – Maxi-min and mini-max principle – Saddle point – simple problems.Sales –importance –functions of sales department –sales forecasting.Stores management –introduction –store keeping functions –duties of store keeper –store layoutThe principles of a good wage payment system: Types of wages – Nominal, real, living, fair, and minimum wages – Incentives
FLUID MECHANICS,PNEUMATICS AND HYDRAULIC MACHINES
Sec 6
Flow control valves – types – gate, globe, butterfly valves, non return valve.Flow through Orifices, Notches, Pipes and Nozzles: Orifices – types of orifices – Vena contracta – coefficient of contraction – coefficient of velocity – coefficient of discharge – Notches – types of notches – Flow through pipes – loss of head in pipes – major energy losses – minor energy losses – loss of energy due to friction – Darcy’s formulae(No derivation) for loss of head in pipes – Chezy’s formula (No derivation) for loss of head in pipes – simple problems – loss of head due to sudden enlargement – loss of head due to sudden contraction(No derivation) – water hammer -- nozzles .Fluid Power: Introduction – Basic law – Applications of fluid powerFluid pressure and its measurement: Fluid pressure at a point – pressure head – problems – Pascal’s law – absolute, gauge, atmospheric and vacuum pressures – simple problems – measurement of fluid pressure – Piezometer tube – simple manometer– differential manometer – inverted differential manometer – Bourdon’s tube pressure gauge – total pressure.Hydraulic control elements and components: Control valves – Functions – classifications – Describe the working of pressure control valves such as relief valves - poppet valve – Direction control valves– check valves.Hydraulic system: Basic elements of hydraulic system – Oil reservoir pump unit – Principles of working of Positive displacement pump – Classifications – Gear pumps, Screw Pump, Vane pumps, Lobe pump, Simple piston pumps.Kinematics and Dynamics of fluid flow: Introduction – types of fluid flow – steady and unsteady flow –uniform and non-uniform flow – laminar and turbulent flow – compressible and incompressible flow – rotational and ir-rotational flow – rate of flow or discharge – equation of continuity of a liquid flow – simple problems – energy of a liquid in motion – potential energy – kinetic energy – pressure energy – total energy – total head of liquid in motion – Bernoulli’s equation –– practical applications of Bernoulli’s equation – venturimeter – Orifice meter – Pitot tube.Pneumatic control elements and components: Pneumatic control valves – Air cylinders.Pneumatic System: Comparison of pneumatic system with hydraulic system – identification of standard pneumatic symbols – basic pneumatic system – air filter – pressure regulator – lubricator – mufflersProperties of Fluids :Density – specific weight – specific volume – specific gravity – problems – viscosity – kinematics viscosity –Newton’s law of viscosity – types of fluids – compressibility – surface tension – capillarityCentrifugal pump: Types of casing—piping system of CP—work done, manometric head—efficiencies–discharge—power required to drive –multistage pumps -specific speed of CP— cavitation—priming.Impact of jets : Force exerted by the jet – stationary – vertical – inclined – curved plate ( symmetrical and unsymmetrical ) – force exerted by the jet on moving plates – simple problems.Impulse turbines: Development of water Turbines-classification-impulse Turbine-Pelton wheel Components.Reaction turbines: Components—difference between impulse& Reaction—Classification of ReactionTurbines—Francis Turbine—Kaplan Turbine -Draft tubes – specific speed.Reciprocating pump:Types –comparison of CP & RP –discharge—slip –air vessels , Hydraulic ram.
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
Sec 7
Fundamental statistical concepts: Explain the term variability in measurements – Explain the terms variable, attribute, frequency, frequency distribution and frequency plot – Normal distribution curve – Tally sheet – Explanation of the terms mean, mode, median and standard deviation – Calculation of mean, mode, median and standard deviation –Statistical quality control -- Types of control charts – X,R,P,100P, and CInspection and Quality control: Concept of quality and quality control – Product control – Concepts of inspection – Types of inspection – First piece inspection, working inspection, sample inspection, operation inspection, key operation inspection, floor or patrolling inspection , centralized inspection – Advantages and limitationsMethod study – Therbligs and their symbols – Process chart symbols – Preparation of operation process chart, flow process chart, man-machine chart, right hand left hand chart, and simo chart – Flow diagram – Principles of motion economy – Rules concerning human body, work place layout and material handling, tools and equipment design – Objectives of work measurement – Procedure of stop watch time study – Standard time calculation – Production study – Work sampling – Steps in work sampling.Method study: Work study – Advantages and application of work study to increase productivityProcess planning, determination of men, machines, material and tool requirements – Process planning –Choice of machine in process planning – Break even analysis – Process sheet –Process planning procedureProduction planning and control: Concepts of industry – Meaning of the term production and productivity – Methods of increasing productivity – Types of production – Job production batch production, mass production, continuous production – Explanation of production planning control – Benefits and functions of PPC – Pre-planning activities – Forecasting, plant location, product planning, design and development, material selection,Project analysis: Need and scope for project analysis - Explanation of the constituents elements of project analysis – Production cost – Market survey – Selling price – Capital investment – Return on, investment – Elements of costing – Classification of costs – Depreciation – Types of depreciation –Obsolescence – Basic formula for calculation of machining times for the operation such as turning, drilling and shaping – Simple problems.Routing – Scheduling – Dispatching – Value Engineering – Plant location and layout – Factors to be considered in locating industrial plants – Plant layout – Types of layouts – Compare the advantages and disadvantages of each type – Plant maintenance – Types of maintenance.
METALLURGY AND MACHINE TOOLS
Sec 8
Automatic and copying machines : Automation – definitionBroaching Machines: General use of a broaching machines – Parts and their functions.Capston and turret lathe : Construction and parts – tooling layoutComputer Numerical Control (CNC): Machine tools ( brief description only)Drilling machines: Classification – Work holding devices – Types of drill bits – Tool holding devices – Operations.Flexible manufacturing system : Flexible automation – flexible manufacturing cell – components of FMSGear manufacture: Method of making gears – Gear hobbling.Grinding: Abrasives- natural, artificial – Bonding materials -vitrified, silicate, shellac, rubber – Kind of abrasives, grain size, grade and structure, kind of bond material, functions of the grinding wheels – Grinding machines – Cylindrical grinders.-centre type and centre less type grinders.Jigs and Fixtures: Definition of jigs and fixtures.Lathe and lathe work: Type of lathe –Lathe parts, function of each part – Lathe accessories – Work holing and tool holding devices.– Speed, feed and depth of cut – Operations – taper turning methods, – Lathe specificationMetal cutting :Orthogonal cutting and oblique cutting, chip formation ,type of chips, cutting speed , feed and depth of cut --Tool life – MachinabilityMilling machines: General use of milling machines – Parts of milling machines and their functions – Types of milling machines - Cutter holding devices (a) arbours (b) collets - Milling operations - plain milling, key and key ways, gang milling , T – slot milling – Milling methods (a) conventional milling (b) climb milling – Types of indexing.Planing machines: General use of a planer – Planner parts and their functions.Robots and robotics : Basic elements of robots – types of joints – robotic arms – robotic handsShaping Machines : General use of a shaper – Parts and their functions.Slotting Machines: General use of a slotter – Slotter parts and their functions.Bench work and fitting: Fitting operations like chipping, filing, scraping, grinding, sawing, marking, drilling, reaming, tapping, dieing – Tools used in fitting- vice (bench vice, pipe vice, hand vice), files- various types of files-specification of files-chisels, hammers, hack saw, scrapers, punches, surface plate, surface gauge, V-block, angle plate, try square,combination set, steel rule, calipers(outside and inside), divider, scriber, drills, , reamer, tap and tap wrench, die and die stock, goggles.Foundry: tools- rammer, trowel, slick, lifter, strike off bar, bellow, sprue pin, mallet, gate cutter, swab, vent rod, draw spike, moulding box – Composition of moulding sands – Types of moulding sand – Green sand, dry sand, parting sand, loom sand, facing sand and core sand – Properties of molding sand such as porosity, plasticity, adhesiveness, cohesiveness, refractoriness. Types of patterns- single piece pattern, split pattern, match plate pattern, gated pattern, loose piece pattern, sweep pattern – Pattern allowances- shrinkage allowance, draft allowance, machining allowance, distortion or camber allowance, rapping allowanceMeasuring instruments, gauges and comparators: Classification of measuring instruments – Precision and non precision instruments – Direct reading and indirect measuring instruments –– Vernier caliper, micrometer (inside, outside) - Classifications of gauges – Plug, ring, snap, screw pitch gauge, feeler gauge, standard wire gauge and indicating gauges –Comparators – Mechanical comparators, Electrical comparators, Optical comparators, Pneumatic comparators.Welding, soldering and brazing : Arc welding –Principle of arc welding – Welding positions –– Flat, horizontal , vertical and overhead welding – Welded joints – Butt, lap ,corner , tee ,edge ,V- joints, U-joint --Selection of welding electrodes – Electrode coatings – Functions of Electrode coating – Gas welding --Type of flames – Functions and operation of oxy –acetylene cylinders, pressure regulators, welding torch, nozzle – Explanation of submerged arc welding, tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding, metal inert gas (MIG) welding, Atomic hydrogen welding and thermit welding – Defects in welding – Causes and remedies of the defects such as porosity, poor penetration, warping, under cut, distortion crack, poor appearances - Soldering – Brazing.Heat Treatment Processes: Cooling curve for pure iron– iron carbon equilibrium diagram –TTT diagram – Micro constituents of steel -- Heat treatment process, annealing, normalizing, hardening, tempering, mar tempering, austempering, case hardening (cyaniding, nitriding and carburising ), age hardening—induction hardening – flame hardening -- residual stress due to heat treatmentMetals and alloys: Structure of materials – Structure of solids – Crystal structure – BCC , FCC and HCP -- Ferrous and non ferrous – Cast iron- White, malleable, grey and nodular cast iron –Manufacturing of Pig iron- Blast Furnace – Manufacturing of Cast iron - Cupola Furnace – Types of steel – Manufacturing of steel - Bessemer process, LD process, Open hearth and Electric furnace – Steel alloys -- Non ferrous metals and alloys - Aluminum, Copper and its alloys – Crucible furnace.Properties, testing and inspection of materials: Mechanical properties such as strength, hardness, toughness, brittleness, creep, fatigue, stiffness, ductility, malleability, elasticity and plasticity – Thermal properties such as specific heat, thermal conductivity, thermal resistance, and thermal diffusivity – Destructive testing --Tensile and compressive test – Hardness test: – Impact test – Fatigue test – Creep test – Non-destructive testing – Radio graphic – Ultrasonic testing – Inspection --Spark test, magnetic particle, x-ray and dye penetration tests
Basic Science (Physics & Chemistry)
Sec 9
Questions based on Physics & Chemistry (Diploma level).
Technical
100 Marks
Analyst (Chemical Testing Laboratory)
The Analyst (Chemical Testing Laboratory) exam is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) to recruit qualified candidates for government roles in chemical analysis laboratories. This role involves performing chemical analyses and quality checks to ensure public health and safety.
120m
3s
#kerala-psc#chemical-analysis#laboratory#chemistry#technical
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PART III – CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 1
Important World, National and Regional Events related to the Political and Scientific fields, Sports, Cinema and Literature etc.Geography of India- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – Etc. – Demography- Economic and Social Development-Poverty Alleviation-Economy and Planning-Etc. – History of India- Period from 1857 to 1947- National Movement- Etc.Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V.T.Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, EtcImportant Events/ Movements/Leaders
PART II – QUESTIONS BASED ON DEGREE IN CHEMISTRY
Sec 2
Environment, nature of environmental threats and the role of chemistry, chemistry of the air, water, soil environment, Factors affecting environment, types of environment. Importance of clean air, pollution, orgin of pollution, Air pollutants, Health and environmental effects of pollutants. Water pollution, visible signs of w a t e r pollution, effects of water pollution, water quality Standard Biological magnification and bioaccumulation. Sewage, Sewage analysis BOD and COD. Soil pollution-control measures, noise polluti on and noise control, chemical pollution, pesticide pollution, thermal pollution-effects And control measures.Purification of organic compounds, detection and e st i m a t i o n of elements, molecular f o r m u l a . H y b r i d i s a t i o n , bond, lengths bond angles bond energy, localized chemical bonds, Van der Waals i n t e r a c t i o n , H y p e r c on j u g a tion, resonance, aromaticity, Inductive and field effects, hydrogen bonding. Type of reagents Electrophiles and nucleophiles. Types of organic reactions, energy considerations. Reactive intermediates-carbocations, carboanions, free radicals, carbenes, arynes and nitrenes. Method of determination of reaction mechanisms. Types of isomerism, Optical isomerism, Relative and absolute configuration, Geometrical isomerism and conformational isomerism.Idea of De Broglie matter w a v e , Heisenberg uncertainity principle, Atomic orbitals, Schrodingcr wave equation, quantum numbers, Shape of s, p, d orbitals. Aufban and Pauli exclusion principals, Hund's multiplicity rule, Electronic configuration of the elements. Atomic and ionic radii, Ionization energy, Electron affinity and electronegativity. Trends in periodic table and applications in prediting and explaining the chemical behaviour. Some characteristic study of s, p, d and f block elements.Basic concepts-system, surroundings, types of systems, Extensive and In t e n s i v e properties, macroscopic properties, state functions and path functions, type of process, Definit ion of internal energy and enthalpy. Heat capacities at constant volume and at constant pressure. Mathematical statement of first l a w , r e v e r s i b l e process and maximum work.Chemical kinetics, rate of reaction, factors influencing the rate of a reaction, order of chemical reaction, determination of order of reaction, theories of chemical kinetics, effect of temperature on rate of a reaction. Arrhenius equation, Concept of activation energy.Properties of liquids, Surface tension and its measurement, factors affecting surface tension, viscosity, Refractive index and its determination.Thermo chemistry – standard states, enthalpies of formation, combustion and neutralisation. Hess's law and its a p p l i c a t i o n s .
PART I-QUESTIONS BASED ON TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION
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Centrifugal pumps: - Basic working principles, types of impellers for different fluids, single suction and double suction type. Priming of centrifugal pumps and self-priming pumps. Turbine pumps, NPSH cavitations,Diaphragm pumps - Rotary -- gear pump, screw pumps, lobe pumps.Fans, Blowers, compressors - Positive displacement blowers, turbo blowers, turbo compressors, positive displacement compressors, vacuum pumps and ejectors. Nash Hytor.Flow measurement: - Flow metering- classification of flow measuring equipments. Hydrodynamics method, mechanical method and special methods. Orifice meter, venturimeter, pitot tube and weirs. Rotameter - working principles, materials of construction and applications meters .Fluid dynamics: - Types of fluid flow in pipes, viscous and turbulent flow- Reynolds's Experiment - Bernoulli's Theorem: -- Expressing flow rates as velocity, volume rate and mass rate - Equation for continuity.Fundamentals of flow control mechanism and valve classification- Gate valve and its variations like sluice valve and slide valve - Plug valve (cocks) - 2 way and 3 way and non-lubricating plug valves, Ball valves, stop valves - Globe valve, Butterfly valve, Diaphragm valveGaskets and packing: -Sealing of rotating shafts - stuffing boxes and mechanical sealsPipes and pipe fittings: Pipes and tubes - pipe and tube standards,Positive displacement pumps - reciprocating and rotary - reciprocating tvpe - piston plunger pumps - simplex and duplex - single acting and double acting.Pump classifications - Positive displacement and Centrifugal.Evaporation - Examples of industries where evaporation is used as a unit operation. Tvpes of evaporators - basis of classification - horizontal tube - vertical tube - climbing film - falling film - forced circulation evaporators - examples of application of each in industries -continuous operation and control of evaporators - evaporator accessories - Multiple effect evaporators.Forced convection: Heat transfer by forced convection inside tubes for laminar and turbulent flow - Dimensional equation - simple problems - mechanism of natural convection - heat transfer in boiling liquids - saturated boiling — elementary idea of black body - gray body - emissivity -emissive power -- radiation laws. Stefan Boltzmann equation.Heat transfer by conduction in solids - steady state and unsteady slate fl-. Fourier's law of conduction - Rate equation for heat flow - steady state heat flow conduction through single wall - derivation of equation -- Thermal conductivity - units.Parallel flow - counter current flow - cross flow heal exchangers - Fouling effect calculation - Heat transfer equipment - Heaters and heat exchangers - single pass shell and tube heaters Multi pass healers - floating head healers - use of baffles on shell side of heat exchangers, double pipe heat exchangers - plate type heat exchangers - air fin cooler.Theorv of convection - film concept of heat transfer temperature gradient in forced convection - derivation of overall heat transfer coefficient from individual heat transfer coefficient .Mechanism of Absorption - conditions of equilibrium between gas and liquid - Henry's law - factors controlling rate of absorption - equipments for absorption operations -packed tower - packing materials - characteristics of packing - liquid distributors - channeling.Physical and chemical adsorption - various types of adsorbents - applications - manufacture of adsorbents; ion exchange - principle — molecular sievesApplication - equilibrium curve for a solid - liquid system - yield of crystals - solubility - saturation - super saturation - crystal growth - methods of super saturation - material balance equation-Construction details of Tank crystallizer - cooling crystallizer. evaporator crystallizer.Molecular diffusion - molar flux - Fick's rate equationDistillation as an inter phase mass transfer- industrial application - definition of terms - less volatile, more volatile, low boiling, high boiling - vapour - liquid equilibrium diagrams and their importance. Ideal and non-ideal solutions - Roault's law - calculation of X-Y data using Roault’s law. Azeotropes - maximum and minimum boiling - volatility and relative volatility - calculation of relative volatility of a binary mixture. Types of distillation-equilibrium - simple distillation, steam distillation.General mechanism of diffusional processes - Definitions and mathematical expressions for Molal humidity - Absolute humidity - Relative humidity - percentage humidity - Humid volume - Humid heat - Enthalpy and dew point - Humidity chart. Adiabatic saturation temperature -- wet bulb temp cooling towers - atmospheric - natural and forced draft, cross flow type -- humidification and dehumidification - air condition.Liquid - Liquid extraction- Raffinate - Extract - construction details of mixer settlers -spray and packed towers .Purpose and industrial applications - drying equipment – classifications - tray dryer tunnel dryer - rotary dryer - turbo dryer - spray dryer -drum dryer - cylinder dryer - fluid bed dryer -dry basis and wet basis of expression of moisture content - equilibrium moisture content - free moisture content - bound and unbound water - mechanism of batch drying of solids - constant rate and falling rate period.Applications of leaching - batch and continuous - heap leaching - percolation tanks - shank system - agitated vessel - continuous counter current decantation - Boll man extractor -Rotocel extractor - Kennedy extractorRectification, Azeotropic distillation, extractive distillation, and molecular distillation.Centrifugal force developed in centrifuges - classification of centrifuges - batch- semi continuous, continuous - top driven - bottom driven - perforated solid bowl - super centrifuges - operation - field of applicationFiltration and its application in industry -Classification of filters atmospheric, pressure and vacuum filters - field of application and constructional details, working and application of the following. Sand filter- open - Filter presses - plate and frame filter press, Leaf filters - pressure and vacuum types - Moore filter - Continuous filter - rotary drum - working cycle – selection of filters - filter aids, their function and applications.Mechanism of fluidization conditions for fluidization - batch fluidization - boiling effect - minimum porosityNature of the materials to be crushed - hardness, structure, moisture content, Types of crusting equipments, coarse crushers -Intermediate crushers -fine grinders -open circuit grinding - closed circuit grinding. Laws of crushing - Kick's law - Rittingers law - Bonds law - Jaw crusher - gyratory - crusher -crushing rolls - angle of nip - capacity, hammer mill - ball mill - critical speed- Raymond mill - tube mill Average particle size - specific surface of mixture, volume surface mean diameter - arithmetic mean diameter - mass mean diameter - shape factor.Screens: Tyler and U.S. standard screens -Screen analysis: efficiency and capacity of screens Types of screening equipment - grizzlies - trammels, shaking screens, vibrating screens Air separation methods: cyclone separator - air separator - bag filter. Electrostatic precipitator - settling chambers - cyclone separator - venturi scrubbers - separation of solids in liquids - Stokes law and its application, terminal velocities- Sedimentation, Agitation and Mixing Sedimentation separation in liquid medium - batch sedimentation - application of batch settling tests to design of continuous thickness - Kynch theory, determination thickener area - equipments -double cone classifier - Dorr classifier - gravity continuous thickeners - elutriator jigging - tabling - light and dense medium separation based on difference in densities and its application. Principle of froth flotation cells, froth floatation cells - simple flow sheet for floatation plant, magnetic separators - Purpose of agitation - agitation equipment - propellers, paddles.Descriptive treatment of the following: -Telemetering devices. Analog and digital signal transmission, A/D, D/A converter, analog and digital-computer control system - microprocessor, distributed control svstem – SCADA, Comparison of SCADA with DCS.Principle of management - types of maintenance - maintenance schedule – records - replacement - maintenance of chemical plant equipments - Troubles and remedial actions - start up and commissioning of equipments - plant inspection - vessel entry - testing methods - non destructive testing methods - radio graphic & ultrasonic test.Location of Chemical Plant - Important factors considering Plant Location and Plant Lay-out - Master Plot Plan and Unit Plot Plan - Chemical Plant Buildings - Roofing - Flooring - Ventilation and Illuminations.Recorders, timers - transducers-Characteristics of measuring elements and process control system - open and closed loop systems -block diagrams of back ward feed, forward feed controls - types of control modes - on-off, proportional, integral, derivative, and their combinations. Characteristics of these controls.- Pneumatic systems for the above modes of control. Self operated controllers, elementary principles of controls — its advantages over the other, final control elements - control valves, actuators, pneumatic, hydraulic, electric and mechanical and solenoid valveProperties of steam - Explanation of properties of steam such as total heat of water, latent heat, total heat of steam, super heat, dryness fraction. Function of boilers - classification - working principle - fire tube and water tube boilers - Simple vertical boiler - Cochran boiler- Boiler mountings - accessories.
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PART I – QUESTIONS BASED ON DIPLOMA IN CIVIL ENGINEERING > MODULE - V ANALYSIS AND DESIGN OF STRUCTURES
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Analysis of truss, determine the magnitude and type of forces in various members of the truss due to loading, using methods of joints-simple problems. Introduction to method of sections. Introduction to method of resolution of forces by graphical method-Graphical representation of Vectors-bow's notationClassification of beams - cantilever, simply supported, fixed, overhanging and continuous. Types of loading - concentrated, uniformly distributed and uniformly varying load. Shear force and bending moment; Definition and sign conventions. Calculation of SF and BM for Cantilever, simply supported and overhanging beams and sketching of SF and BM diagrams Relation between SF and BM. Maximum BM - point of contra flexureDefinition of center of gravity (C.G) - C.G. of plane in the same straight line and those distributed Over a plane - Centroid of plane figures - C.G. of solids. Determination of centroid of compound areas and reminders - C.G.of combination of simple solids.Strut, column -- failure of strut, short and long columns – types of end conditions. Euler's formula for columns of different end conditions - Slenderness ratio - limitations of Euler's formula - applications. Derivation of Rankine's formulae from Euler's formulae - Rankine's constant for different materials- applications.Continuous beams - statement of the theorem of three moments - BM and SF diagrams for simple. Concentrated and U.D loads. Cani's method, slope deflection method, f l e x i b i l i t y m atrix method, stiffness matrix method. Hardy cross methods of moment distribution - stiffness factor - carry over moment - distribution factor - application to continuous beams and simple portal frames - sketching the SFD and BMDTrapezoidal dam with vertical water face - forces acting, intensity of pressure at base, conditions of Stability, minimum base width. Retaining wall - Rankine's formulae for earth pressure - conditions of stability – minimum base width.Strength and stiffness of beam - curvature, slope and deflection - derivation of the differential Equation. Double integration method (Macaulay's method) of slope and deflection of - cantilever with point load, cantilever with U.D. load, simply supported beam with point load. S.S. Beam with U.D. load - Problems in cantilever and simply supported beams with combinations of point and U.D, load. Calculation of fixed beam with central point load; fixed beam with UD load over whole span using double integration method. Moment area method for slope and deflection of beams - Mohr's theorems - application of the Method to problems in cantilever beams with point load, U.D. load; and combinations of point and UD. Load. Application of the Method to problems in simply supported beam with point load, UD.Load; and combinations of point and U D . Loa d . [ s ym m e t r i c a l l oad Only]Based on IS Codes eg: IS 456-2000, and SP 16, IS 800-2007, IS 875, IS 801- 1975 and Steel Tables.Check for stiffness as per IS code, Basic I/d ratio. Modification factor, reduction factor for flanged beams, Check the deflection of singly reinforced, doubly reinforced and flanged beams, the shear and torsional behavior in RCC members, Nominal shear stress, maximum shear stress in concrete, permissible shear stress in concrete, Design beams under different loading Conditions for shear, bond and anchorage, calculation of development length, Check for curtailment of bars in beams, Code provisions for lap length. Study the behavior of slabs, Design of one way slabs simply supported, Continuous, cantilever and sunshade. Design of Two way slab, simply supported, restrained and different end condition. Design of staircases under different loading and end conditions. Theory on design of columns, behaviour of short and long columns, Slenderness limit for columns as per IS code, Design the short column for direct load. Design the column for uniaxial bending using SP16, Study of slender columns, Theory of Column footing, Design of isolated column footing (SP 16). Introduction on combined footing.Design of RCC Structures: Properties of materials of RCC as per the latest IS codes-materials for concrete-Grading of aggregate, proportioning and mixing of concrete, bulking of sand, water cement ratio and placing and Compaction of concrete and removal of forms-Grades of concrete and their strength- types of steel used in RCC-the Permissible stresses in concrete and steel. The concept of Limit State Partial Safety factors in Limit State method of Design, values of Partial safety factors with reference to latest I S Codes. Principles of Limit State Design, Characteristic load & characteristic strength, stress-strain curve of Concrete and steel, assumptions made in the Limit State method of Design, Neutral Axis Depth, Limiting value of NA, Design a simply supported beam and Cantilever beams for different loading conditions for flexure, Design doubly Reinforced Rectangular beams under different loading conditions. Design of lintels under different loading conditions. Design of flanged beams under different loading conditions.Eccentric loading of symmetrical columns –maximum and minimum stress. Limit of eccentricity.Fixed beams - advantages, method of finding fixing moments BM and SE diagrams for fixed beams under point load and U.D. loadsDefinition of force -Conditions of Equilibrium of forces -Resolution of forces – Principles of resolution - Resultant of a number of coplanar forces acting at a point. Moment of force types of moments - principle of moments - Determination of Reactions of simply supported beams and overhanging beams with point loads and uniformly Distributed loads.Static, dynamic and limiting friction - Laws of friction - Angle of friction - coefficient of friction angle of repose. Equilibrium of a body on inclined rough surface.Definition of rectangular moment of inertia and polar moment of inertia - radius of gyration parallel axis theorem and perpendicular axis theorem Ml of simple sections, rectangle, triangle, circle. M.I. of composite areas and remainders.Stress and strain - types of stresses - Elasticity -Hook's law - Young's modulus - stresses and strains in uniform sections of same and composite materials Mechanical properties of materials - Elasticity, stiffness, plasticity, toughness, brittleness. ductility, Malleability and hardness - Tensile test on ductile material (mild steel bar) and stress strain curve - Compression test on brittle material (cement concrete) and stress strain curve - limit of Proportionality, elastic limit, yield point - ultimate stress - breaking stress - working stress and factor of safety.Resilience- proof r e s i l i e n c e - modulus of resilience - stress and strain when load is applied gradually, suddenly and w i t h impact.Elongation and contraction due to temperature change -temperature stress when deformation is fully or partially prevented - temperature stress in composite sections. Linear strain and lateral strain - Poisson's ratio- volumetric s t r a i n — Bulk modulus modulus of r i g i d i t y - relationship between Elastic constants - simple problems.Theory of simple bending. Explain the terms 'Neutral axis’, 'moment of resistance' and ‘section modules', Apply the theory of simple bending to simple and compound sections to calculate stress, section modulus and moment of resistance. Calculate shear stress distribution in rectangular and I-Sections.Failure of thin cylindrical shell due to internal pressure - circumferential and longitudinal stresses - Changes in dimension and volume of thin cylinders due to internal pressure.Theory of pure torsion – derivation of formula problems. Power transmitted by circular shafts - problems.
PART II – ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS
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Applications of integration - Area bounded by a curv e and X or Y axis, s o l u t i o n s o f differential equations u s i n g t h e method of variable separable solutions of l i n e a r differential equations of first order.Binomial Series Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry - Equations to a straight l i n e – slope - intercept form, intercept form; Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, p a r a l l e l .Determinants - Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer's rule.Differentiation - Limits and c o n t i n u i t y , derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of f u n c t i o n s - Integration of different types of functions.Matrices - I d e n t i f i c a t i o n of Matrices, m a t r i x operations, a d j o i n t and inverse.Trigonometric functions - Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin( A±B), cos(A±B), and tan (A±B).
PART I – QUESTIONS BASED ON DIPLOMA IN CIVIL ENGINEERING > MODULE - I CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING
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Different components of building from foundation to roof and their functionsDoors and Windows: Positioning of Doors and windows with respect to lighting and ventilation-Types and Size -Special types of doors-Floor finishing: Requirements of good floor finish, Selection of materialsFlooring: Requirements of a good floor - materials used for flooring. Floor finishes-types - Mosaic, Marble, Granite, Ceramic tiles,Vitrified tiles, Glass,Wooden, and other types of modern floor finishesFoundations: Functions, Classification, Shallow-Deep, Types- Spread footing- raft-mat- column footing-pile foundation- well foundation.Lintels and sunshades: Types of lintels- Arches- Types, terms used.Roof: Definition - Different types of trusses for pitched roof- wood and steel trusses - roof covering for pitched roof- RCC roof - slab with beams - flat and sloped slabs - Flat slab construction- weather proof course to flat roofFalse ceiling.Staircases, Lifts and Escalators - Planning and location -Component parts of staircase and lift - Requirements as per NBC- Ceiling: Types, Requirements of good ceiling, Selection of materialsConcrete Machinery-concrete mixers-classification-ready mix plants-compaction machinery- vibrators- Lifting and hoisting machineries-pumps – types - uses.Earth moving equipments - crawler and wheel tractors - bull dozers-uses- Operation-of power shovels-selection- output of power shovel-Drag-lines-types- operations- output of Drag lines- output of hoes.Construction stages - construction operation- schedule-procurement of labour, material and equipment - programme of work - objectives of programming - job layout - bar chart and flow process chart - Work study - critical path method - preparation of network diagram - critical path and c a l c u l a t i o n of Float times. Scheduling by PERT. Comparison between PERT and CPM.Brick masonry: Different types of bonds for walls, piers and junctions of walls for equal and unequal thickness - English, Flemish (Single and Double Flemish) - Specification for brick masonry as per relevant codes.Damp proof course: Definition of dampness - causes and effects - methods of prevention - surface treatment - internal water proofing courses.Form work: Functions- materials used - Requirements of good form work - modern trends in material & technology- slip forms.Hollow block masonry: Types of hollow blocks used in construction and methods of Construction- Advantages and Disadvantages with reference to other types of masonry. Solid block masonry and inter locking block masonry.Masonry,: Classification- Stone masonry-Brick masonry - La t e r i te masonry - composite masonry. Different types of stone masonry-General principles and specifications for stone masonry as per relevant codes.Modern methods of constructions: Framed - Prefabricated and Earthquake resistant structures.Partition walls: Types- materials- requirements.Plastering and Pointing: Materials and proportion - Functions - general specifications – typePre stressed concrete: Principle of pre stressing- Types- Internal & External and different methods-pre-tensioning & post tensioning.Scaffolding, Shoring and under pinning: Definition - purpose and function - Requirements - materials usedLegality of contracts, types of contracts piecework contracts, lump sum contracts, item rate contract, percentage contract - negotiated rates - departmental execution of works - piecework system -merits and demerits of each contract system.Entrepreneurship - concept - definition, role, and expectation - Entrepreneurship in construction related activities. Technocrats – managers - Entrepreneurial Motivation and Development - advantages and disadvantages - List the institutions supporting entrepreneurship and their role.Causes and Environmental Consequences of the flowing natural HAZARDS –Emergency Stage: a) Rescue training for search & operation at national & regional level b) immediate relief c) Assessment surveys.Emerging approaches in Disaster Management - 1. Pre-disaster stage (preparedness): a) Preparing hazard zonation maps, Predictability/forecasting & warning, b) Preparing disaster preparedness plan c) Land use zoning d) Preparedness through (IEC) Information, education & Communication. Pre-disaster stage (mitigation): a) Disaster resistant house construction b) Population reduction in vulnerable areas c) AwarenessMeaning of Environmental hazards. Environmental Disasters and Environmental stress - Concept of Environmental Hazards, Environmental stress & Environmental Disasters.Post Disaster stage-Rehabilitation: a) Political administrative aspect c) Economic aspect d) Environmental aspect.Types of Environmental hazards & Disasters: a) Natural hazards and Disasters b) Man induced hazards & Disasters.Permanent and work charged establishments-specifications - enforcement of specifications - inspection by officials - quality control – supervision - sampling and testing of materials. Regulation of departmental labour muster roll and casual labour roll - out turn - plant capacities and hire charges.Definition - Difference between selection, appointment and recruitment - training of employees - managing men - labour well fares - trade unions.Estimates - preliminary estimate - d e t a i l e d estimate - budget provision - Administrative Sanction and technical sanction - powers of' sanction.Need for construction management - factors involved in construction management.Preliminary planning and organizational aspects importance of planning - site investigation - F e a s i b i l i t y report - collection of data and preparation of project report - different organizations - Engineering department organizational - structure of PWD - and responsibilities - Role of various Officers- (Overseer, AE. A Ex E, EE, SE & CE)Definition – selection of material as per standards -Optimum use of materialsMeasurement book - Rules to be followed in recording measurements - pre-measurements and check measurements - contractor's acceptance of measurement.Types of b i l l s first and final b ill s - preparation of bills - running account bills -modes of payment - hand receipts - checking of bills - recoveries to be made from bill - contractors ledger - imprest account - works register - works account and abstract.causes, effects and prevention of accidents, safety practices in construction - Site Engineers/Supervisor's role - safety through l e g i s l a t i o n - precautions during handling of materials occupational hazards and basic guidelines for safety in construction industry.Introduction to q u a l i t y control and quality assurance system - elements of quality - ISO 9000 and T.Q.M. - Quality systems - Definitions of quality policy, quality management quality system - Indian standards on quality system – ISO 9000 - Merits and demerits.Growth-its role in economic development. Understands the requirements of a licensed supervisor, surveyor and contractor - Understand statutory requirements of small scale industry - List the different agencies promoting small scale industries - Assistance Programme for small enterprises.Classification of stores - materials - heavy plant and machinery - material handling - transport vehicles- inspection of vehicles - tools and plants - materials at site - borrowing and lending of tools and plants - safe custody of stores- procedure of taking delivery from station yards, demurrage - issue of stores materials indent -stock register - periodical inspection of stores verification and accounting of shortage and surplus -write off-Coarse aggregates: Materials generally used, requirements of good coarse aggregates, commonly, used sizes for different applications.Sand: Sources of sand-River sand, Sea sand and pit sand-Limitations of mining of sand from rivers and sea shore- M-sand, alternatives of sand.Plain cement concrete-Water cement ratio-Ingredients and proportioning methods characteristics – preparation – workability - Tests on Cement concrete-Laboratory tests and field tests- Slump test, compaction factor test-Qualities of water used for mixing.Reinforced cement concrete- Qualities of materials-Types of reinforcement used- characteristics of reinforcing material- waterproofing compounds.Cements: Composition, Compounds present, manufacturing methods-characteristics of cement, Types of cement-Properties of each-characteristics of cement-Tests on cement- Consistency test, fineness test. Sp. gravity test, setting time test, Soundness test. Puzzolona- definition-Common puzzolonas used as admixtures in cement.Bricks: Raw materials used - Composition of brick earth, manufacturing methods - IS specifications of bricks - characteristics of good brick used for building purpose.Earthenware and stoneware pipes -uses-qualities.Tiles: Types of tiles-characteristics-uses-Porcelain and glazed tiles.Lime: Sources of lime-Classification-methods of manufacturingFerrous metals-Wrought iron. Cast iron. Mild steel -- Special steels-High carbon steel, High tensile steel and stainless steel (Properties and uses onlv)-Non ferrous metals: Aluminum. Copper, Lead, Zinc and Titanium-important alloys-properties and uses.Miscellaneous: Abrasives – Adhesives - asbestos – asphalt – bitumen – cork - Plaster of Paris insulating materials - fibre glass- thermo C o l e wood products-veneers, ply wood, p a r t i c l e board - fibre board, hard board, etc.Mortar: Preparation of lime and cement mortar-Proportions of mortar for various items of work-tests on cement mortar.Aluminium : Aluminium sections used for b u i l d in g construction- Hand rail and baluster. Doors and windows, Paneling and false ceiling, building facade.Glass: Types -Uses and properties. Glass used for Structural a p p l i c a t i o n s .Paints and Varnishes: Types-Constituents-Preparation- characteristics and application.Plastics: types-characteristics and properties of P V C-uses-Limitations of using p l a s t i c s .Rubber: Characteristics and properties, uses.Stones: classification geological, Physical and chemical classification characteristics of good building stone varieties of stones-granite-trap-basalt-sand stone- Laterite - Values of load bearing capacity of stones. Quarrying of stones -methods - wedging and blasting -explosives used - Dressing of stones.Timber and wood products: Structural classification- Soft wood and hard wood-defects in timber- seasoning of timber-preservation of timber.Necessity of tenders - sealed tenders - tender notice, tender document - Earnest money and security deposit - opening of tenders - scrutiny of tenders - comparative statements - selection of contractors - negotiation, acceptance of tender, work order - contract agreement - conditions of contract
PART I – QUESTIONS BASED ON DIPLOMA IN CIVIL ENGINEERING > MODULE - II SURVEYING & QUANTITY SURVEYING
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Purpose and principles of compass survey-description and working of prismatic compass - concept of meridian - bearing of a line - True bearing and magnetic bearing - Magnetic d i p and declination. Field work in compass survey -hooking of field notes. Reduced and whole c i r c l e bearings. Calculations of included angles in compass traverse. Sources of errors in compass surveying. Local attraction-detection and Correction. Plotting of compass traverse - closing error and adjustments.Classification of l e v e l l i n g - fly levelling, profile l e v e l l i n g , cross sectioning, checks levelling, reciprocal l e v e l l i n g and contouring. Contouring - Characteristics - methods of contouring, plotting by interpolation - tracing contour gradient - uses. Marking alignments of road, railway and canal in a contour map. C a p a c i t y of reservoirs u s i n g contour maps. Longitudinal sectioning and cross sectioning- plotting - working profile for roads. Permanent adjustments of dumpy l e v e l .Purpose of l e v e l l i n g - Errors in levelling - curvature and refraction corrections, distance to v i s i b l e horizon -problems.Definition - cost of materials at source and at site -- conveyance charges – standard data book - schedule of rates - Lump sum items - Rules of measurements - rules regarding tolerance of wastage of materials and extra labour.Definition of quantity surveying - essential requirements - Quantity surveyor – duties and qualities -definition and elements of estimate - types - rough cost, plinth area, cubical content and service unit methodDefinition of Valuation, meaning, purpose-Factors governing valuation-Life of structure-type , location- Maintenance -legal control.Detailed and abstract estimate preparation for building with gabled roof, building with hipped roof, building with valley, two storied building (residential and office) Septic Tank and soak pit and steel roof truss. Detailed and abstract estimate of Slab Culvert. Pipe culvert. Single span T-beam bridge, Pier of a bridge, Detailed Estimate of an RCC well and RCC retaining wall.Detailed Estimate of Aqueduct.Detailed Estimate of RCC beam, slab, Column, etc and preparation of bar bending schedule.Detailed estimate: Units of measurements for different items as per standard - accuracy of measurements - explain the terms – sundries, Lump sum, Lead and lift, contingencies, unforeseen items, work charged establishment. Earth work computation - Trapezoidal - Mid ordinate and Prismoidal formula for computing volumes - Taking out quantities from Longitudinal section and Cross section in cutting and filling.Detailed specifications for various items of work of Earth work excavation. Foundation concrete, Masonry work, D P C. Form work. R C C , Plastering, Pointing, Flooring, Painting and Polishing, I RC Specifications for WBM road. Preparation of Plan, Estimate and other documents for submission.Different methods of taking out measurements - Center l i n e - in to in and out to out - Crossing methods.Preparation of data - categories of labour and labour charge - cost of materials – over head charge including establishment - incidental, lead and lift - exercises. Methods of preparing abstract estimate-exercises.Scrap value-salvage value-market value-book value-sinking fund annuity and depreciation. Methods of valuation-Rental method-direct comparison with cost-Based on profit-Development method of valuation- depreciation method. Calculation of depreciation by different methods. Land valuation-Problems.Calculation of consecutive co-ordinates, independent co-ordinates - problems related - permissible error in angular and linear measurements - calculation of closing error. Balancing of consecutive co-ordinates by Bowditch and Transit rules. Gales table preparation, computation of areas of a closed traverse from independent co-ordinates. Omitted measurements - different cases such as length of one side missing, bearing of one side missing, length and bearing of one side missing, length of one side and bearing of other side missing, length of two adjacent sides missing - problems related. Height and distance - Reading vertical angle - finding elevation of objects - base of the object accessible and inaccessible - instrument in same plane and different plane problems related- EDM optical theodolite method -Curves - different types - elements of a simple curve - designation of a curve — description of transition curves. Requirement of transition curves - length of transition curves for roads - introduction to vertical curves -geometries of a vertical curve.Permanent adjustment of a theodolite - object of permanent adjustment - order of permanent adjustment.Principles of tacheometric - constants of tacheometer - determination of the constants - systems of tacheometric measurements. Stadia systems and tangential system -theory of stadia tacheometry. Relations on staff held vertical and normal to the line of sight. Determination of distance and elevation - problems related, anallactic lens - advantages - disadvantages -problems with anallactic lens. Tangential tacheometry -principle - method tacheometric traversing- tacheometric contouring.Tvpes of theodolites - Transit and non t r a n s i t , vernier and micrometer, digital parts of a transit theodolite. Temporary adjustments of a theodolite, technical terms used in theodolite surveving - fundamental lines and relationship between them. Measurement of horizontal angles - repetition and reiteration methods - other uses of theodolite such as measurement of magnetic bearing of a line, deflection angle and prolongation of straight linesTypes of traverses -- method of theodolite traversing -Electronic Theodolites - Total stations - component parts -set up - working principles - maintenance of EDM instruments - temporary adjustments -measurement with total station traverse with total station. Survey station description-data gathering components-data processing components- error sources and controlling errors-field coding-field controlling- Modem for data transfer- readings with prism mode and non prism mode.Field astronomv -methods-grouping -terms in field astronomyGeographical information systems (GIS) - map definitions, map projections data entry importance, use and application of GIS in C i v i l Engineering. Introduction to Photogrammetry.Remote sensing - Introduction and applications in Ci v i l Engineering, Global positioning s v s t e m (GPS) – fundamentals, GPS receivers, GPS observations, transformation of GPS results.
PART IV – GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
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Demography- Economic and Social Development-Poverty Alleviation-Economy and Planning-Etc. – History of India- Period from 1857 to 1947- National Movement- Etc.Geographical Facts-Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers-Famous Sites– EtcGeography of India- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – Etc. –Important World, National and Regional Events related to the Political and Scientific fields, Sports, Cinema and Literature etc.Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V.T.Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, EtcImportant Events/ Movements /Leaders
PART I – QUESTIONS BASED ON DIPLOMA IN CIVIL ENGINEERING > MODULE III - IRRIGATION, FLUID MECHANICS AND ENV1RONMENTAL ENGINEERING
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Flow of Fluid: Types of flow - uniform, non uniform, dv/dt = 0, dv/dt ≠ 0, streamline turbulent, steady, unsteady flow, compressible & incompressible flow - Definitions and mathematical expression, dv/dt = 0, dv/dt ≠ 0, dv/ds = 0, dv/ds ≠0. Equation of continuity of flow - Problems. Types of energy need - static, pressure and velocity energy need - total energy of flowing liquid. Expressions for energy metre/kg & height liquid column. Bernoulli's theorem statement and proof (Only 2 -dimensional) - problems - Assumptions & limitations - application - venture meter, orifice meter and pitot tube - problems.Flow through Channels Wetted perimeter Hydraulic mean depth- uniform and non-uniform flow Chezy's formula - derivations / and problems. Kutter's, Manning's and Basin's formula Most economical section of channel - condition for rectangular and trapezoidal — derivation- problems.Flow through Orifices & Mouth pieces: Definition of orifice, types of orifices - (based size, shape flow condition) - definition of vena contracta - hydraulic coefficients - Cv, Cc, Cd - experimental determination - problems. Submerged and partially submerged orifices. Large rectangular orifice - expression for discharge -derivation. Time for emptying a prismatic tank through an orifice at bottom or in the side- head loss due to sudden enlargement and sudden contraction at the entrance of pipe from large vessel, at the exit of a pipe line, obstruction in a pipe line derivation of expression for head loss due to enlargement & contraction - problems. Mouth piece - different types external and internal- cylindrical - formula discharge through them and problems.Hydro-electric I n s t a l l a t i o n : Layout - i n t a k e works, pressure tunnel, pens lock, surge tank, action of surge tank anchor blocks and tailrace. Flow through Pipes F r i c t i o n a l loss in pipes Chezy’s and Darcy's formulae - Derivati o n and problems Hydraulic gradient and total energy line-Water hammer and its effect Syphon - problems.Introduction to Fluid Mechanics: Scope of hydraulics in engineering - definition or density, specific volume, specific gravity, viscosity, kinematics & dynamic viscosity, compressibility, vapour pressure, cohesion, adhesion, surface tension and capillarity. Intensity of pressure at a point - pressure head - units of pressure - Pascal's law -Atmospheric pressure - Gauge pressure - Absolute pressure - vacuum pressure –problems - Measurements of atmospheric pressure - simple mercury barometers -pressure measuring devices -peizometer tubes, manometers - U-tube - simple differential and inverted tubes only - Mechanical Gauge - Bourdon tube pressure gauge. Pressure on plane surfaces immersed in liquid. Total pressure and center of pressure on horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces immersed in liquids. Pressure on lock, gates, sluice gate - problems.Notches: Definition types of notches - rectangular, triangular and trapezoidal notches. Discharge over rectangular, triangular and trapezoidal notches. Derivations of expressions and problems Advantages of triangular notches.Pumps: Centrifugal pumps, reciprocating pumps - working principle-description of propeller pumps, jet and a i r lift pumps, deep well pumps, Diaphragm pumps -description and application. Turbines: Classification - Impulse and reaction turbines - Pelton Wheel- description and working. Description of reaction turbines - Francis and Kaplan turbines-Draft tube -purpose .Weirs: Classifications - definition - discharge o v e r rectangular weir, end contraction in weir effect of end contraction over discharge - Francis formula and Bazin's formula for end contraction - problems - velocity of approach - problems broad crested weir - problems submerged weir description and problems.Dams - types - selection of site - site investigations - capacity of reservoirs from contours - dead storage - l i v e storage. Evaporation - Evaporation losses in reservoirs. Rigid and non-rigid dams - main types - gravity dams - f'ailure of gravity dams and remedial measures - elementary profile - l i m i t i n g height of dam - low dam and high dam - free board and top width - practical profiles of low dam — drainage gallery -spill ways. Earth dams - situations suitable for earth dams - types of earth dams -causes of failure of earth dams and precautions - saturation gradient and phreatic line - drainage arrangements.Distribution works: a) Canals - classification - t y p i c a l cross section of canal in cutting, embankment, partial cutting and embankment - berms - standard dimensions -- balancing depth of cutting- canal l i n i n g - types - maintenance of canals. b) Canal regulation - sluice - drops - escapes c) Cross drainage works - necessity - general description of aqueducts - super passage, under tunnel - siphon- level crossing - inlet and outlet. d) Soil erosion methods of prevention of s o i l erosion.Head works: a) Classification of head works - storage and diversion head works -their suitability under different conditions- suitable site for diversion works - general layout of diversion works- brief description of component parts of a weir. b) Barrage and weirs c) Head Regulator - scouring s l u i c e - flood banks and other protective works d) Percolation - percolation gradient - up lift pressure, effect of percolation on irrigation works, up lift pressure and exit velocity - scour - protective works solid and loose aprons.Hydrology: a) Rainfall - Types of rain gauges - precautions in setting and maintaining rainfall records rainfall c yc l e average annual rainfall of an area -Methods of estimating average rainfall over a catchment – Thiessen’s polygon method. b) Catchment basin and catchment area - free catchment, intercepted catchment -runoff- factors affecting runoff- nature of catchment, runoff coefficient methods of estimating runoff - empirical formulae. c) River gauging - importance - site selection - open gauge well - measurement of velocity by surface floats, velocity rods and current meter. d) Maximum flood discharge from rainfall records Ryve's and Dicken's formulae, H.F.L, marks, Gauge reading.Methods of irrigation: Border i r r i g a t i o n - check- basin irrigation - furrow irrigation - s p r i n k l e r irrigation - drip i r r i g a t i o n .Nature and Scope of Irrigation Engineering: Definitions - necessity of irrigation - advantages and disadvantages - perennial and Inundation irrigation - flow and lift irrigation - direct and storage irrigation. Water requirement of crop: Principle Crops - Kharif and Rabi Crops in India & Kerala - Dry and wet crops - Crop period. Duty - different methods of expressing duty - base period -- relationship between duty and delta -Factors affecting duty -- requirements for precise statement of duty - duty figures for principal crops - Simple problems on duty.Tank sluices - tower head t y p e - regulating arrangements. Tank surplus works - necessity - suitable site - flush escapes - weirs.Calculation of dimension of a septic tank from a given data.Different shapes of cross section for sewers - rectangular, circular, egg shaped - merits and demerits of each. Brief description and choice of types of sewers - stone ware, cast iron, cement concrete, pre cast sewers, AC pipe.Miscellaneous treatment - septic tank -lmhoff tankNecessity of pumping sewage - location and component parts of pumping stationObjects of providing sewerage works - Definition of terms - sewage, sewerage, sewer, refuse, garbage, sullage etc- Systems of sewage disposal - conservancy and water carriage systems- Types of sewerage systems and their suitability - separate, combined and partially separate- Quantity of Sewage- Quantity of discharge in sewers, dry weather flow, variability of flow, limiting velocities of sewers- Use of nomograms I.S. 1742. -Determination of storm water flow - run-off coefficient – time of concentration, empirical formulae for run-off- Surface drainages - requirements, shapes.Rural sanitation and sanitary latrines, brief description of operational details of bio-gas plants using cow dung, night soil and agricultural wastesSecondary treatment - brief description of Trickling filters, Activated sludge process, Secondary clarifier and Sludge digestion, drying, disposalSewage characteristics:- Strength of sewage, sampling of sewage, characteristics of sewage - physical, chemical and biological - significance of the following tests for - Solids, Oxygen demand, BOD. COD. pH-value, Chlorides.Sewage disposal - dilution, disposal on lands, oxidation ponds, oxidation ditch, aerated lagoons, an aerobic lagoons.Sewage Treatment and Disposal: Preliminary treatment - brief description and functions of Screens, Skimming tanks and Grit chambers. Primary treatment - brief description and functions of plain sedimentation.Sewer appurtenances: location, function and construction of Man holes. Drop man holes. Catch basins, Flush tanks and Inverted siphon.Solid waste disposal- Methods of disposal uncontrolled dumping, sanitary landfill, incineration and composting. Drainage and Sanitation in Buildings Sanitary fittings - traps, water closets, flushing cisterns, urinals, inspection chambers, anti syphonage pipe.Appurtenances in Distribution system: U s e s of Sluice valves, Ch e c k valves or reflux valves, Air valves, Drain valves or blow-off valves, Scour valves, Fire hydrants and Water meters.Conveyance of water: open channels, aqueduct pipes- List of pipe materials - C.I. pipes, steel pipes, concrete pipes, A.C. pipes, G.I. pipes, plastic and P.V.C. pipes, high density polythene pipes, merits and demerits of each type (brief description only). Pipe joints - spigot and socket joint, flange joint, expansion joint for C.I. pipe, joints for concrete and asbestos cement pipe- methods of leak detection - prevention - rectification- Pipe corrosion - causes and prevention.Distribution system: General requirements, system of distribution, gravity system, combined system, direct pumping- Methods of supply - intermitted and continuous advantages & disadvantages.Flow diagram of different treatment units for both surface and ground sources reservoir/ pond and well Aeration - methods of aeration- Sedimentation - plain sedimentation and sedimentation by coagulation-Filtration -construction and operation of slow sand, rapid sand and pressure filters- Disinfections of water - necessity and method, chlorination, pre-chlorination. break point chlorination, super chlorination Removal of Taste, colour, odour and hardness.General: Importance of water supply-Development of water supply-Different systems of water supply-Need for protect water supply-Estimating water requirement:- Total quantity of water for a town, per capita demand and factors affecting demand- Water requirements for domestic purposes, industrial use, fire fighting, commercial and industrial needs, public use- Variation in demand - Peak demand during day, month and year- Fore casting population by arithmetical, geometrical and incremental increase method (problems)Layout of distribution system -Types - dead end, grid, radial and ring system their merits and demerits and their suitability.Purification of Water: Quality of Water:- Impurities of water need for laboratory test. Sampling and Testing of water - physical, chemical, and bacteriological tests -Various standards of water such as pH value, colour, taste, hardness, odour - for potable water.Sources of Water:-Surface source - lakes, streams, rivers and impounded reservoirs. Yield from surface source-Underground sources springs, w e l l s , infiltration wells and galleries-Yield from wells -test for yield. Conveyance of water:-Types of Intakes-Reservoir intake-River intake-Canal intake.Water supply arrangements in Building. Definition of terms- water main, service pipe, communication pipe, supply pipe, d i s t r i b u t i o n p i p e , air gap- General layout of water supply arrangements for single and multi-storeyed building as per I.S. Code of practice general principles and precautions in l a y i n g pipe l i n e within the premises of building- Connection from water main to building.
PART I – QUESTIONS BASED ON DIPLOMA IN CIVIL ENGINEERING > MODULE IV - TRANSPORTATION & GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING
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Compaction of soil- Definition and objectives of compaction - Standard Proctor test and modified proctor test - concept of OMC and maximum dry density -- Zero air voids line - field compaction methods - factors affecting compaction.Deep foundations - Pile foundation - necessity of pil e foundation - classification of piles according to materials, mode of transfer of loads, method of installation, use and displacement of soil. Well foundations - shapes of w e l l s and component parts – well sinking - tilts and shifts - measures for rectification of t i lts and s hi f t s .Foundations: different types of foundations - proportioning of foundations - rectangular and trapezoidal combined footings - strap footing - Raft foundation.Hearing capacity: ultimate bearing capacity, safe bearing capacity and allowable bearing pressure - general and local shear failure – Terzaghi’s theory of bearing capacity - effect of water t a b l e - plate load lest limitations.Introduction: Nature of soil and fundamental relationship-Introduction of Soil mechanics - soil Engineering - Scope of soil Engineering - History of development of soil mechanics - Soil types - residual and transported - Soil as a three phase system - water content -unit weight of soil mass - bulk unit weight, dry unit weight, unit weight of solids, saturated unit weight, submerged unit weights - specific gravity -void ratio – porosity - degree of saturation - percentage air voids -Air content - density index - functional relationships - problems. Determination of index properties - water content by oven drying method - specific gravity using pycnometer and specific gravity bottle -particle size distribution - sieve analysis, hydrometer method - particle size distribution curve -- consistency of soils -liquid limit, plastic limit, shrinkage limit, plasticity index, consistency index -determination of liquid limits, plastic limit & shrinkage limit - shrinkage ratio - field density by sand replacement method and the core cutter method, classification of soils Necessity -- I.S. classification.Permeability of soil - Darcy's law - discharge velocity and seepage velocity - factors affecting permeability - Determination of coefficient of permeability - constant head permeability test - falling head permeability test- problems.Shear resistance of soil-direct shear test- CU,UU,CV test-consolidaiion-theorv of consolidation, square root time fitting method, logarithmic time fitting method. Stability of slopes, problemsSite Investigation and sub-soil exploration - Objectives - site reconnaissance - site exploration - depth of exploration - number and disposition of pits and boring --general exploration - detailed exploration - methods of site exploration - open excavations - boring methods - auger boring - auger and shell boring - wash boring - percussion boring rotary boring - s o i l samples and samplers - disturbed sampling undisturbed sampling Standard Penetration Test Geophysical.Soil water -- classification - absorbed water - capillary water - stress condition in soil- Effective and neutral pressures- problems.Air port Engineering: Classification of airport - layout of an airport and locational requirements - airport components -Runway, aprons and taxy way - pattern and layout of runways -selection of site for airport.Docks and Harbours: Requirement and classification - break waters - types, uses - docksGeometric Design of Highways: Road structure - subsoil, sub grade, foundation course - base and wearing course highway width for different classification of road -kerbs, road margin, road formation, right of way - camber-purpose and types - super elevation - definition, formula, minimum and maximum values, sight distance --different types -gradient - different types- Curves – necessity, types – horizontal, vertical and transition -widening of roads on curves. Road drainage - surface drainage and subsurface drainage. Typical cross sections of a national highway in cutting and embankment.Highway Construction: Pavement - objectives, structure, function, types. Earthen Roads - borrow pits, spoil bank, lead and l i f t , balancing of earth work, construction procedure - Water bound macadam roads - materials used - consistent parts -construction -maintenance Bituminous roads - bitumen, asphalt, emulsion, cut back, tar, common grades for construction- Types of bituminous surface - prime coat, tack coat, seal coat. Construction and maintenance of Surface dressing - Grouted macadam - Premixed macadam - asphalt concrete - bituminous carpet with pre-coated chips. Hill Roads - Parts and functions - types of curves - drainage structures.Introduction Bridge: Surveys, plans and documents for bridge project - IRC classification of bridges. Selection of s i t e - Alignment of bridge - economical span - determination of water way - afflux and vertical clearance - permissible velocities - scour depth, depth of foundation.Introduction to Rail way: Importance of railways - classification of railways based on gauges.Investigation for Road project: Different types of road surveys - fixing the alignment of road - factors affecting alignment - Drawings required for road project - key map, Index map, preliminary and detailed location survey plan Longitudinal and cross sectionLaying and Maintenance: Plate l a y i n g - definition, methodsPermanent way: Component parts of permanent way.- types of Rails - Rail joints types - requirements of good joint, fixtures and fastening - simple type of fish plates, coning of wheel, adzing of sleepers, sleepers - definition - materials used. Ballast - function - materials used. Cross section of a BG single and double line in cutting and embankment.Points and Crossings: Points, crossings, turn out, diamond crossing.Road Engineering: Importance of roads, IRC classification of road,. Classification of urban roadsSignaling and Interlocking: Objectives of signaling, signals types only – modern signaling methods -multiple aspect signaling system – two, three, four aspect system - drooping signals p r i n c i p l e s of interlocking.Station yards: Station yard - marshalling yard - goods yard - shunting yard - loco yard.Sub Structure: Different types of piers - abutments (different types) - different types of wing walls - different types of approaches.Super Structure: Descriptive study of different types of bridges - deck, through and semi through bridges -RCC beam bridges - plate girder bridges steel trussed bridges - arch and bow string girder.Traffic Engineering: Traffic volume study - traffic control devices - road signs -signals - traffic islands. Road intersections at grade — grade separators trumpet and cloverleaf patterns.Tunnel Engineering: Necessity of tunnels - typical section of tunnels for a national highway and a single and double broad gauge railway track
PART III – QUESTIONS BASED ON BASIC SCIENCE (PHYSICS & CHEMISTRY)
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Syllabus Explorer
THERMAL ENGINEERING
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Air Compressors: construction and working of Air compressors- function of an air compressor- uses of compressed air -Classfiication of the air compressors- working ofAir conditioning systems: Classification – industrial, comfort air conditioning, working of summer air conditioning, winter and year round air conditioning.Air Conditioning: Definition, factors affecting human comfort, effective temperatureAir Standard Cycles: Assumption, Air standard efficiency -- explanation with diagrams and derivation of air standard efficiency of Carnot Cycle, Otto cycle, Diesel cycle, dual combustion cycleDifferent systems of I C engines: Fuel systems, - components – –carburetion – functions of carburetor –working fuel systems of diesel engine –fuel filter – injector and injection nozzle – ignition system –– cooling system – classification of cooling system – radiatorsFuels & Combustion: Classification of fuels-solid, liquid, & gaseous- Merits & demerits of various types of fuels -- Requirements of a good fuel.-- Calorific Value - combustion of fuelHeat Exchangers: Heat exchangers-Classification– Recuperator type and regenerative type, parallel flow, counter flow type & cross flow. – concept of over all heat transfer coefficient --LMTDHeat Transfer: Heat Transfer- conduction, convection and radiation – Fourier’s law – Thermal conductivity – Conduction through plane wall and composite wall– Black body concept – Stefan - Boltzman law -- Gray body concept – Newton Rikhman equation – free and forced convectionI C engine lubrication system – forced system – governing systems– quantity governing – quality governing – hit and miss governing.Principles of Refrigeration:Definition of refrigeration, concept of C.O.P, unit of Refrigeration. reversed carnot cycle- COP, Application of refrigeration,Psychrometric Processes: Sensible heating, sensible cooling –humidifying, dehumidifyingPsychrometry: Definition, Dry air, moist air, saturated, unsaturated and super saturated air, degree of saturation, dry bulb temperature, wet bulb temperature, dew point temperature.reciprocating compressors (single stage and two stage), rotary compressors - fans and blowers, centrifugal compressors and axial flow compressors. Mechanical efficiency & Volumetric efficiencyRefrigerants: Definition: Primary and secondary refrigerants, desirable properties of refrigerantsRefrigeration Equipments: Compressors - Condensers – Evaporators - Expansion Devices: Capillary tube, Thermostatic expansion valve.Testing of I.C. Engines: Performance of I.C.Engines- testing- Indicated power, Brake Power, Friction Power, - Mechanical Efficiency- Indicated Thermal efficiency, Brake Thermal efficiency, Relative efficiency-Total fuel consumption & Specific Fuel Consumption-Morse test for Determination of I.P. of multi-cylinder engine- Heat balance sheet- problemsVapour Compression Refrigeration systems: Principles and working of a vapour compression system with the help of flow diagram. C.O.P of vapour compression systems.
Engineering Mathematics
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Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope – intercept form, intercept form; Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin( A ± B), cos ( A± B) and tan (A± B).
APPLIED MECHANICS, STRENGTH OF MATERIALS AND DESIGN OF MACHINE ELEMENTS
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Centre of gravity of sections: Centroids – centre of gravity – axis of symmetry and axis of reference – methods to find center of gravity – simple geometric sections such as rectangle, triangle and circle. Moment of inertia of sections: Moment of inertia – radius of gyration.Columns and struts: Column, strut, buckling load, equivalent length, slenderness ratio – types of columns – short column, medium size column, long column.Direct Stresses and strains: Types of stresses and strains – tensile and compressive – longitudinal and lateral strain –Poisson’s ratio – behaviour of mild steel under tension – stress strain diagram – limit of proportionality – elastic limit – yield point – ultimate stress – working stress – factor of safety – comparison of stress strain diagram of a mild steel and a brittle material– Hooks law and Young’s modulus – principle of super position – stresses in varying section – stresses in composite section – simple problems.Friction: Introduction – type of friction – static friction, dynamic friction, sliding friction, rolling friction, pivot friction, limiting friction, angle of friction, coefficient of friction, cone of friction – state laws of friction. – static friction and kinetic friction.Riveted joints: Types – lap joint – single riveted, double riveted ( chain and zigzag ) – butt joint – single cover single riveted, double cover single riveted – failure of riveted joints – failure of rivets – shearing and crushing – failure of plates – tearing across a row of rivets – tearing off plate at an edge – strength of rivet, plate and riveted joint – efficiency of a riveted joint. – caulking and Fullering operations.Shear force and bending moment: Types of beams – cantilever beam, simply supported beam, over hanging beam, built in beam or fixed beam and continuous beam – types of loading –– concentrated or point load, uniformly distributed load and uniformly varying load – shear force and bending moment diagrams – cantilever beams – point load, uniformly distributed load and combination of point load and uniformly distributed load – simply supported beam – point load, uniformly distributed load and combination of point load and uniformly distributed load – maximum bending moment on the section. – deflection of beamsShear stress and shear strain: Shear stress and strain – modulus of rigidity – volumetric strain, bulk modulus – simple problemsSprings: Types of spring – leaf spring – helical springs.Thermal Stress and strain: Nature and magnitude of stresses due to change in temperature – total or partial prevention of expansion and contraction – temperature stress on composite bar– simple problems.Thin Cylinders: Failures of thin cylinder – stresses in thin cylindrical shell – hoop stress – longitudinal stress.Torsion of circular shafts: Torsion equation – strength equation for solid and hollow shaft ( no proof ) – power equation – polar moment of inertia.Truss analysis : Types of frames – formula for finding the redundancy—free body diagram – equilibrium – forces in various members of stress due to loading – method of joints and method of sectionsWelded joints: welding terms – leg of the weld, size of the fillet weld, throat thickness, effective length of the weld, side fillet weld and end fillet weld – strength of welded joints.Bearings: Functions of bearings – classification of bearings – Radial bearings – thrust bearings – sliding contact bearings – rolling contact bearings.Belt Drives: Types of belts – flat belt, circular belt or rope, V-belt – types of flat belt drives – open and crossed belt drive – compound belt drive – stepped or cone pulley drive – velocity ratio – slip – creep.Bolts, Nuts and Key: Designation of screw threads – stresses in screwed fastenings due to static loading – initial stresses – stresses due to external forces – bolts of uniform strength – types of keys – forces acting on a sunk key – strength of a sunk key – calculation of key size using empirical proportions.Cams: Classification of followers and cams – motion of the followers – uniform velocity, simple harmonic motion – uniform acceleration and retardation – cam terminology – displacement diagrams.Couplings: Shaft couplings – requirement – types.Gears and Gear Trains: Functions of gears – friction wheels – advantages and disadvantages of a gear drive – spur gear nomenclature – simple gear drive – velocity ratio – gear trains – simple gear train – compound gear train.General design considerations: General procedure – Design stress and working stress – factor of safety.—kinematic link – pair – chain – four bar chain – examples and applications – mechanism -- inversionGovernors and Flywheels: Functions of the governors – types of governors – simple watt governor – porter governor – flywheels – comparison with governors – coefficient of fluctuation of speed – fluctuation of energy – maximum fluctuation of energy – coefficient of fluctuation of energy.Limits, Fits and Tolerances: Definition of limits, fits and tolerances.Screw Threads: Thread terminology– Forms of screw threads (Square thread, V thread) – Wit worth thread– British Association thread–American standard thread–Acme thread–ISO metric thread–square thread–single start and multi start threads–right hand and left hand threads–conventional representation of threads-bolted connection using standard proportions..Shafts: Torsional stresses and strains – strength of solid and hollow shaft – design of shaft considering strength and rigidity– comparisons – power transmitted by shaft – Compare solid and hollow shaft in terms of their weight, strength and stiffness.Surface Roughness: Surface roughness terminology- surface roughness values, Grades and symbols.Welded joints and piping layout: Classification of welds- Elementary welding symbols -- Types of pipes – Methods of connecting pipes-pipe threads-Representation of pipe threads – Types of pipe joints – Single and double line orthographic symbols for pipe fittings and valves (flanged, screwed and welded joints).
INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT
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Centralized and decentralized store –store records –indent forms –bincard –store ledger.Inventory management –definition and classification –purchase procedure –buying techniques –EOQ and ABC analysis.Materials and sales management.Principles of management: Meaning of management – Taylor’s scientific. management, Functions of management – Different types of ownership – Organizational structure.Project Management Techniques: Introduction to Network analysis – Commonly used terms in CPM and PERT – CPM – Operation, earliest finish time (EFT), latest finish time (LFT), critical path, event, slack or float, dummy activity – Construction and numbering of network diagram – Fulkerson's rule – Simple problems on CPM (by AOA method only) – PERT - Comparison between CPM and PERT – Calculation of expected time – Event, activity, successor event, predecessor event, earliest expected time, latest allowable time, slack.Quality Planning and its developments: Definitions of quality– Dimensions of quality– TQM conceptQuantitative techniques in management: Methods –Linear programming: - Formulation of LPP –Transportation problem – North West corner rule, Vogel's approximation method – Simple problems. – Game theory – Two-persons zero sum game – Maxi-min and mini-max principle – Saddle point – simple problems.Sales –importance –functions of sales department –sales forecasting.Stores management –introduction –store keeping functions –duties of store keeper –store layoutThe principles of a good wage payment system: Types of wages – Nominal, real, living, fair, and minimum wages – Incentives
FLUID MECHANICS, PNEUMATICS AND HYDRAULIC MACHINES
Sec 5
Flow control valves – types – gate, globe, butterfly valves, non return valve.Flow through Orifices, Notches, Pipes and Nozzles: Orifices – types of orifices – Vena contracta – coefficient of contraction – coefficient of velocity – coefficient of discharge – Notches – types of notches – Flow through pipes – loss of head in pipes – major energy losses – minor energy losses – loss of energy due to friction – Darcy’s formulae(No derivation) for loss of head in pipes – Chezy’s formula (No derivation) for loss of head in pipes – simple problems – loss of head due to sudden enlargement – loss of head due to sudden contraction(No derivation) – water hammer -- nozzles .Fluid Power: Introduction – Basic law – Applications of fluid powerFluid pressure and its measurement: Fluid pressure at a point – pressure head – problems – Pascal’s law – absolute, gauge, atmospheric and vacuum pressures – simple problems – measurement of fluid pressure – Piezometer tube – simple manometer– differential manometer – inverted differential manometer – Bourdon’s tube pressure gauge – total pressure.Hydraulic control elements and components: Control valves – Functions – classifications – Describe the working of pressure control valves such as relief valves - poppet valve – Direction control valves– check valves.Hydraulic system: Basic elements of hydraulic system – Oil reservoir pump unit – Principles of working of Positive displacement pump – Classifications – Gear pumps, Screw Pump, Vane pumps, Lobe pump, Simple piston pumps.Kinematics and Dynamics of fluid flow: Introduction – types of fluid flow – steady and unsteady flow –uniform and non-uniform flow – laminar and turbulent flow – compressible and incompressible flow – rotational and ir-rotational flow – rate of flow or discharge – equation of continuity of a liquid flow – simple problems – energy of a liquid in motion – potential energy – kinetic energy – pressure energy – total energy – total head of liquid in motion – Bernoulli’s equation –– practical applications of Bernoulli’s equation – venturimeter – Orifice meter – Pitot tube.Pneumatic control elements and components: Pneumatic control valves – Air cylinders.Pneumatic System: Comparison of pneumatic system with hydraulic system – identification of standard pneumatic symbols – basic pneumatic system – air filter – pressure regulator – lubricator – mufflersProperties of Fluids :Density – specific weight – specific volume – specific gravity – problems – viscosity – kinematics viscosity –Newton’s law of viscosity – types of fluids – compressibility – surface tension – capillarityCentrifugal pump: Types of casing—piping system of CP—work done, manometric head—efficiencies–discharge—power required to drive –multistage pumps -specific speed of CP— cavitation—priming.Impact of jets : Force exerted by the jet – stationary – vertical – inclined – curved plate ( symmetrical and unsymmetrical ) – force exerted by the jet on moving plates – simple problems.Impulse turbines: Development of water Turbines-classification-impulse Turbine-Pelton wheel Components.Reaction turbines: Components—difference between impulse& Reaction—Classification of ReactionTurbines—Francis Turbine—Kaplan Turbine -Draft tubes – specific speed.Reciprocating pump:Types –comparison of CP & RP –discharge—slip –air vessels , Hydraulic ram.
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
Sec 6
Fundamental statistical concepts: Explain the term variability in measurements – Explain the terms variable, attribute, frequency, frequency distribution and frequency plot – Normal distribution curve – Tally sheet – Explanation of the terms mean, mode, median and standard deviation – Calculation of mean, mode, median and standard deviation –Statistical quality control -- Types of control charts – X,R,P,100P, and CInspection and Quality control: Concept of quality and quality control – Product control – Concepts of inspection – Types of inspection – First piece inspection, working inspection, sample inspection, operation inspection, key operation inspection, floor or patrolling inspection , centralized inspection – Advantages and limitationsMethod study – Therbligs and their symbols – Process chart symbols – Preparation of operation process chart, flow process chart, man-machine chart, right hand left hand chart, and simo chart – Flow diagram – Principles of motion economy – Rules concerning human body, work place layout and material handling, tools and equipment design – Objectives of work measurement – Procedure of stop watch time study – Standard time calculation – Production study – Work sampling – Steps in work sampling.Method study: Work study – Advantages and application of work study to increase productivityprice – Capital investment – Return on, investment – Elements of costing – Classification of costs – Depreciation – Types of depreciation –Obsolescence – Basic formula for calculation of machining times for the operation such as turning, drilling and shaping – Simple problems.Process planning, determination of men, machines, material and tool requirements – Process planning –Choice of machine in process planning – Break even analysis – Process sheet –Process planning procedureProduction planning and control: Concepts of industry – Meaning of the term production and productivity – Methods of increasing productivity – Types of production – Job production batch production, mass production, continuous production – Explanation of production planning control – Benefits and functions of PPC – Pre-planning activities – Forecasting, plant location, product planning, design and development, material selection,Project analysis: Need and scope for project analysis - Explanation of the constituents elements of project analysis – Production cost – Market survey – SellingRouting – Scheduling – Dispatching – Value Engineering – Plant location and layout – Factors to be considered in locating industrial plants – Plant layout – Types of layouts – Compare the advantages and disadvantages of each type – Plant maintenance – Types of maintenance.
METALLURGY AND MACHINE TOOLS
Sec 7
Automatic and copying machines : Automation – definitionBroaching Machines: General use of a broaching machines – Parts and their functions.Capston and turret lathe : Construction and parts – tooling layoutComputer Numerical Control (CNC): Machine tools ( brief description only)Drilling machines: Classification – Work holding devices – Types of drill bits – Tool holding devices – Operations.Flexible manufacturing system : Flexible automation – flexible manufacturing cell – components of FMSGear manufacture: Method of making gears – Gear hobbling.Grinding: Abrasives- natural, artificial – Bonding materials -vitrified, silicate, shellac, rubber –Jigs and Fixtures: Definition of jigs and fixtures.Kind of abrasives, grain size, grade and structure, kind of bond material, functions of the grinding wheels – Grinding machines – Cylindrical grinders.-centre type and centre less type grinders.Lathe and lathe work: Type of lathe –Lathe parts, function of each part – Lathe accessories – Work holing and tool holding devices.– Speed, feed and depth of cut – Operations – taper turning methods, – Lathe specificationMetal cutting :Orthogonal cutting and oblique cutting, chip formation ,type of chips, cutting speed , feed and depth of cut --Tool life – MachinabilityMilling machines: General use of milling machines – Parts of milling machines and their functions – Types of milling machines - Cutter holding devices (a) arbours (b) collets - Milling operations - plain milling, key and key ways, gang milling , T – slot milling – Milling methods (a) conventional milling (b) climb milling – Types of indexing.Planing machines: General use of a planer – Planner parts and their functions.Robots and robotics : Basic elements of robots – types of joints – robotic arms – robotic handsShaping Machines : General use of a shaper – Parts and their functions.Slotting Machines: General use of a slotter – Slotter parts and their functions.Bench work and fitting: Fitting operations like chipping, filing, scraping, grinding, sawing, marking, drilling, reaming, tapping, dieing – Tools used in fitting- vice (bench vice, pipe vice, hand vice), files- various types of files-specification of files-chisels, hammers, hack saw, scrapers, punches, surface plate, surface gauge, V-block, angle plate, try square,combination set, steel rule, calipers(outside and inside), divider, scriber, drills, , reamer, tap and tap wrench, die and die stock, goggles.Foundry: tools- rammer, trowel, slick, lifter, strike off bar, bellow, sprue pin, mallet, gate cutter, swab, vent rod, draw spike, moulding box – Composition of moulding sands – Types of moulding sand – Green sand, dry sand, parting sand, loom sand, facing sand and core sand – Properties of molding sand such as porosity, plasticity, adhesiveness, cohesiveness, refractoriness. Types of patterns- single piece pattern, split pattern, match plate pattern, gated pattern, loose piece pattern, sweep pattern – Pattern allowances- shrinkage allowance, draft allowance, machining allowance, distortion or camber allowance, rapping allowanceMeasuring instruments, gauges and comparators: Classification of measuring instruments – Precision and non precision instruments – Direct reading and indirect measuring instruments –– Vernier caliper, micrometer (inside, outside) - Classifications of gauges – Plug, ring, snap, screw pitch gauge, feeler gauge, standard wire gauge and indicating gauges –Comparators – Mechanical comparators, Electrical comparators, Optical comparators, Pneumatic comparators.Welding, soldering and brazing : Arc welding –Principle of arc welding – Welding positions –– Flat, horizontal , vertical and overhead welding – Welded joints – Butt, lap ,corner , tee ,edge ,V- joints, U-joint --Selection of welding electrodes – Electrode coatings – Functions of Electrode coating – Gas welding --Type of flames – Functions and operation of oxy –acetylene cylinders, pressure regulators, welding torch, nozzle – Explanation of submerged arc welding, tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding, metal inert gas (MIG) welding, Atomic hydrogen welding and thermit welding – Defects in welding – Causes and remedies of the defects such as porosity, poor penetration, warping, under cut, distortion crack, poor appearances - Soldering – Brazing.Heat Treatment Processes: Cooling curve for pure iron– iron carbon equilibrium diagram –TTT diagram – Micro constituents of steel -- Heat treatment process, annealing, normalizing, hardening, tempering, mar tempering, austempering, case hardening (cyaniding, nitriding and carburising ), age hardening—induction hardening – flame hardening -- residual stress due to heat treatmentMetals and alloys: Structure of materials – Structure of solids – Crystal structure – BCC , FCC and HCP -- Ferrous and non ferrous – Cast iron- White, malleable, grey and nodular cast iron –Manufacturing of Pig iron- Blast Furnace – Manufacturing of Cast iron - Cupola Furnace – Types of steel – Manufacturing of steel - Bessemer process, LD process, Open hearth and Electric furnace – Steel alloys -- Non ferrous metals and alloys - Aluminum, Copper and its alloys – Crucible furnace.Properties, testing and inspection of materials: Mechanical properties such as strength, hardness, toughness, brittleness, creep, fatigue, stiffness, ductility, malleability, elasticity and plasticity – Thermal properties such as specific heat, thermal conductivity, thermal resistance, and thermal diffusivity – Destructive testing --Tensile and compressive test – Hardness test: – Impact test – Fatigue test – Creep test – Non-destructive testing – Radio graphic – Ultrasonic testing – Inspection -- Spark test, magnetic particle, x-ray and dye penetration tests
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in Chemistry
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Lecturer in Chemistry in Collegiate Education.
75m
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Module –V
Sec 1
Accuracy & Precision - statistical treatment of data - Theories of titrationsElectronic, Infrared, NMR, ESR and Mossbaur spectra of complexes - Co-ordination complexes of Lanthanides and actinides.Structure and bonding in molecules - chemical periodicityTheories in co-ordination chemistry - stereochemistry of co-ordination compounds - stability of metal complexes - reactions of metal complexesTheories of acids and bases - Non-acqueous solvents - Isopoly and heteropoly acidsThermal methods of analysis
Module-IV
Sec 2
Applications of UV, IR, HNMR, CNMR and Mass Spectroscopy - D NMR techniques -Structural Analysis using Spectral DataChromatographic techniques. Column, TLC, Paper, GC, HPLC and ion exchangeFundamentals of polymerization - structure - property relationship of polymers - biopolymers.Natural Products : Terpenes, steroids, alakaloids, carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, vitamins, prostoglandins, hormones and enzymes.ORD and CD - theory and applicationsOrganic, Inorganic and organo metallic reagents in organic synthesis.Pericyclic reactions: Electrolytic, cycloaddition, Sigmatropic - Selection rules and stereochemistry - applicationsPhotoreactions of Carbonyl compounds - enes, dienes, arenes - applicationsProtecting groups in peptide synthesis
Module-III
Sec 3
Basic concepts of Organic reactions - Electron displacement effects - AromaticityConcept of Molecular Chirality - Carbon and Nitrogen Compounds - Chiral reagents and Chiral Catalysts - Stereo chemistry of biphenyl and allenes . Topicity and prostereo isomerism -asymmetric synthesis.Conformational analysis in acyclic and cyclic systems ,Esterification and ester hydrolysis reactions - structure and reactivity: Linear Free Energy relationship.Geometrical isomerism .Organic Reactions : Substitution, Addition, Elimination, Rearrangements - MechanismReaction intermediates - reactions related to substitution, addition, elimination and rearrangements - mechanism and application.Reactivity in substitution and elimination reactions.
Module –I
Sec 4
Basic principles of Group Theory - Character Tables - Chemical .and Spectral ApplicationsChemical Bonding in Diatomic and Polyatomic Molecules-Electronic Spectroscopy of Atoms - Basic principles of Molecular Spectroscopy: Microwave, Infrared, Electronic, NMR, ESR, Raman and MossbaurFormulation of Quantum Mechanics - Approximation Methods - Hydrogen like Atoms -Multi Electron Systems - Angular Momentum - ApplicationsIntroduction to Computational Chemistry - Computational methods : ab initio, Semi Empirical methods - Molecular Mechanics
Module –II
Sec 5
Basic principles of Kinetics - Kinetics of Complex reactions - steady state approximation -Theories of Reaction Rates - Arrhenius equation - fast reactions.Colloids - Zeta Potential - Electrokinetic PhenomenaElectro Analytical Methods : Potentiometry, Polarography , Coulometry, Conductometry, Voltametry and Amperometry.Electrodes and Electrochemical Cells - Nernst, Debye-Huckel, Omsager Equations - Electro kinetic Phenomena, Electrolytic Polarization.Electronic Structure of Solids - Crystal Symmetry - Theories of Solids - Properties of Solids : Electrical, Magnetical and Optical - Crystal defects.Homogenous and Heterogeneous Catalysis - Enzyme CatalysisLaws of Thermodynamics - Thermodynamics of Solutions - Thermodynamics of irreversible process - Phase Equilibria - Two and Three Component SystemsMonolayer and multilayer adsorption - Adsorption Isotherms - Principles of SEM, TEM, ECSA and Augur SpectroscopyStatistical Mechanics - Fundamentals - Partition Function - Quantum Statistics - Heat capacities of Solids and Gases .Structure and Theories of Liquids - Liquid Crystals and their applications.
Module X (b)
Sec 6
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Module –VI
Sec 7
Metal ions in biological systems - Role and effects - Coenzymes, Cytochromes, chlorophylls and hormones.Nuclear reactions - structure and stability - radio active equilibria - neutron activation analysis - counting techniques.Synthesis, reactions, structure and bonding in boranes - organoboranes and hydriborations -synthesis, structure and uses of phosphorous, nitrogen compounds, phosphorus - sulphur compounds, silicones and silicates.Synthesis, structure, properties and bonding of organometallic compounds - metal carbonyls and cyanides - Catalysts by organo metallic compounds - hydrogenation, hydroformylation and polymerization.
Module -VII
Sec 8
Drug design and Drug action. .Molecular recognition : Synthetic Receptors, Cyclodextrin, Calixiranes, Cyclophanes, Crown Ethers.Nanostructures - ID, 2D and 3D structures - Synthesis and applications of nanomaterials.Principles of Green chemistry - Green synthesis - Application of Phase Transfer Catalysts -Green Reactions.
Module X (a)
Sec 9
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcThycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghesc Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Introduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories, printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
Module VIII
Sec 10
Methods of research;Paper, article, workshop, seminar, conference and symposium;Research Ethics;Research: Meaning, Characteristics and types;Steps of research;Thesis writing: its characteristics and format.Evaluation systems.Factors affecting teaching;Learner's characteristics;Methods of teaching;Teaching aids;Teaching: Nature, objectives, characteristics and basic requirements;
Module IX(a)
Sec 11
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.
Module IX (b)
Sec 12
Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in Mathematics
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Lecturer in Mathematics in Kerala Collegiate Education.
120m
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Module-I
Sec 1
Boolean AlgebraFundamentals of graph theory.Fundamentals of mumber theory. Continued fractions.Mensuration, length of arcs, area of sectors of circles, tangents to circles, circumcircle and incircle of polygons, area of polygons, solids-volume and surface area.
Module -III
Sec 2
Calculus, applications of differentiation and integration, elemetary functions (logarithms, exponential, hyperbolic, trigonometric etc), Fundamental theorem of calculus, mean value theorems, maxima and minima-functions of more than one independent variables, derivatives, partial derivatives, saddle point, critical point.Normed spaces, Banach spaces and related theorems, Linear Maps, inner product spaces, Hilbert spaces and related theorems, finite dimensional and infinite dimensional normed spaces, bounded operators, spectrum, duals and transposes. Adjoints, normal, unitary and self adjoint operators.Polynomial Equations, Trigonometry, Analytical geometry of two dimension and three dimension, similarity of triangles, vectors, matrices.
Module -V
Sec 3
Complex functions, analytic functions, harmonic functions, conformal mapping, elemetary functions, derivatives and integrals of complex functions and related theorems, sigularities, residue theorem and its applications, Power series, Taylor series, Laurent series.Complex numbers, De Moirre's Theorem, Algebraic properties of complex numbers, regions in the complex plane.Functions, continuous functions, homeomorphism, quotient space.Metric spaces, topological spaces, basis, subbasis, closed set, closure, interior, boundary, neighbourhood. Connectedness and compactness, locally connected, path connected, locally compact spaces.Seperation axioms and related theorems.
Module -VI
Sec 4
Existence and uniqueness of solutions.First order ordinary differential equations-formation, properties and various methods of solving. Picards method of approximation.Formation and solution of first order partial differential equation in two independent variables.Functional dependence, analytic functions. Second order partial differential equation, formation, classification.Hypergeometric functions and equations, legendre equations and polynomials. Chebyshev's Equations and polynomials. Bessels equations and Functions.Laplace transform, fourier series, beta and Gamma functions.Numerical methodsNumerical solutions of algebraic equations, finite differences, interpolation.Second order ordinary differential equations – formaition, properties and various methods of solving. Equidimensional equations.Series solutions of first order and second order ordinary differential equation at ordinary adn regular singular points.Systems of first order equations.Wave equation, heat diffusion equation, laplace equation.
Module –VII
Sec 5
Fundamentals of differential geometry, contractions, inverse function theorem, implicit function theorem.Fundamentals of Mechanics and Fundamentals of Fluid Dynamics.Fundamentals of Theory of Wavelets, Fuzzy set theory, Fractal geometry, Modular functions Jordan forms, elliptic functions, Riemann Zets Function, Automate and formal languages, Block Designs.Monodromy theorem, Reimann mapping theorem, product topology and Tychnoff theorem.Solutions at infinity of Differential Equations, Integral Equations, calculus of Variations.
Module X (b)
Sec 6
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Module -II
Sec 7
Hyperspaces and linear functionals.Sets and binary operations, groups, Sylon's Theorems, Rings and ideals, Fields, extension fields, rings of polynomials, finite fields, Galois Theory, constructible numbers.System of Linear EquationsVector spaces, linear transformations, characteristic values, characteristic polynomial, Minimal polynomial, Cayley-Hamilton theorem, triangulation and diagonalization of matrics.
Module –IV
Sec 8
Lebesgue measure, lebesgue integral, convergence theorems and applicationsReal numbers, rational, irrational numbers, algebraic and order properties of Real numbers, supremum property, countable and uncountable sets, completeness property, sequences and series of red numbers, relations and functions, limits and continuity of functions, uniform continuity, differentiability and integrability of functions, Riemann integral, Riemann-Stieltges integral, sequences and series of functions. Term by term differentiation and integration of series of functions.
Module X (a)
Sec 9
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghesc Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories, printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
Module VIII
Sec 10
Methods of research;Paper, article, workshop, seminar, conference and symposium;Research Ethics;Research: Meaning, Characteristics and types;Steps of research;Thesis writing: its characteristics and format.Evaluation systems.Factors affecting teaching;Learner's characteristics;Methods of teaching;Teaching aids;Teaching: Nature, objectives, characteristics and basic requirements;
Module IX(a)
Sec 11
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.
Module IX (b)
Sec 12
Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Scientific Officer
The Junior Scientific Officer position is a recruitment by the Kerala Public Service Commission for the Health Services Department.
90m
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PART I: BIOCHEMISTRY
Sec 1
advantages and disadvantagesVarious types of Autoanalysers (semi and fully autoanalysers)ChemistryStructuretransport process across biomembranesBody fluid analysis, analysis of renal and biliary calculi, purification of water and quality checking.acid base regulationBody bufferselectrolytes and blood gas analysis.preparation of buffer solutionCarbohydrateLipidNucleic acidProteinMicroscomal and non microsomal metabolism of drugs – role of cytochrome P450 enzymes and subtypes.Phase I and IICarbohydrateslipidsminerals.proteinsvitaminsComponents and different complex in ETCinhibitors of ETCmitochondrial electron transporters and shuttle systems.Thermodynamics of electron transportClassificationsclinical enzymologyco-enzymescofactorsenzyme immobilizationenzyme inhibitionenzyme kineticsfactors affecting enzyme actionIsoenzymes.mechanism of enzyme actionregulatory enzymesuses of enzymes in industrial technologyFetoplacentalGastricGonadalLiverMalabsorption studies.pancreasRenalThyroidCalibrationcleaning of glassware for various investigations.Adrenalbiological functions and disorders of Hypothalamus and pituitaryChemistryClassificationGonadal hormones.mechanism of actionMetabolismPancreasParathyroidregulationsecretionThyroidAgglutinationChemiluminescence immunoassaycomplement fixationELISAFACS.Flow cytometryimmunodiffusionImmunoelectrophoresisImmunofluioresenceNephelometric ImmunoassayprecipitationRIAWestern blottingantibodyAntigenAutoimmunity and autoimmune diseasescell mediated and humoral immunitycomplement systemcytokineshypersensitivity reactionsimmunoglobulin classes antigen – antibody reactionsMHCmonoclonal and polyclonal antibodiesvaccines and immunization.atomic absorption spectroscopycentrifugationChromatography and Electrophoresis.Electron Spin resonanceFlame photometryflourometryflow cytometryIyophilizationMass spectroscopyNephelometryNMR ChemiluminescencePh meterPhotometrySonicatorspectrophotometryX-ray crystallographyMilliequivalentMillimolarMolalityMolarNormalosmolalitypercentage.CarbohydratehemeLipidsMinerals (Ca, P, Mg, Na, K, Cl, Fe, Cu, Zn, I, Co, Ni, F)Nucleic acidProteinvitamins (A, D, E, K, B and C)Cell cyclechromosomesDNA repairDNA replicationenhancersgene amplificationgene expressiongene switchinggenetic codeinhibitors of protein synthesismutations.OperonPost transcriptional processingpost translational modificationsprotein synthesisprotein targetingrecombinationreverse transcriptaseTranscriptionBMRCaloric values of foodglycemic indexrespiratory quotientadsorptiondialysisdiffusionDonnan membrane equilibriumOsmosispartition coefficient.Surface tensionViscosityPrinciples, procedure and normal values of various parameters analysed in clinical chemistry laboratory.Internal and external QC programQC chartsQC samplesblotting techniques and applicationsChimeric moleculescloningDNA finger printingDNA ligaseDNA probesDNA sequencingGene libraryGene therapyHybridisationHybridoma technologyPCRPre-natal diagnosis of genetic disorders.Restrition endonucleaseRFLPTransgenesisVectorsantioxidants.Bohr effectChloride shift free radical formationDissociation carveExchange of gases
PART III: PATHOLOGY
Sec 2
Blood group antigens, grouping techniques, screening of donors, diseases transmitted through blood transmission, nucleic acid testing, compatibility testing, ICT, DCT, Blood collection, preservation, processing and storage, blood component preparation, aphaeresis, autologus and exchange transfusion, blood transfusion reactions and its management, hemolytic disease of new born, blood substitutes.Chromosone organizations and relative diseases, karyotyping, bonemarrow preparation and culture techniques of various cytogenetic samples, banding techniques, sex chromatin determination.Cytology of female genital tract, respiratory tract, cytology of body fluids, cytocentrifuge, cell block, routine and special stains used in diagnostic cytology, FNAC.Fixatives, decalcification, tissue processing, routine and special stains in histopathology laboratory, immunohistochemistry, molecular markers of malignant neoplasm, micotomy and frozen sectioning, tissue processing for electron microscopic investigations, automation in histopathology laboratory, museum mounting techniques.Haemopoiesis, anaemia, lukemia – classification and lab diagnosis, thalassemia, haemoglobinpathies, invitro and invivo anticoagulants, coagulation factors, mechanism, disorders and lab diagnosis, investigations of thrombotic tendency, platelet function tests, complete blood cell count and special laboratory investigations in hematology laboratory, automation in hematology laboratory.HLA typing and cross matching, MHC antigen and its importance in transplantations, molecular diagnostic techniques in the diagnosis of haematological disorders, FISH, Flow cytometry, Immuno phenotyping, autoimmune disorders, tumor markers, quality control and quality assurance in haematology, cytology, histopathology, clinical pathology laboratory and blood bank.Urine analysis, stool, semen analysis, sputum, body fluids, CSF, pregnancy testing, safety in pathology laboratory.
PART II: GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY
Sec 3
Care and management of laboratory animals, handling feeding, breeding of common laboratory animals, bleeding o f lab animals, killing of animal and disposal of carcasses, animal inoculation, animal house organization and management.History and scope of microbiology, safety methods in microbiology laboratory, sterilization and disinfection, testing of disinfectants, quality control in sterilization, microscopes, different types, principles, application, parts of each type of microscope, micrometry, Bacterial cell, stains and staining methods, classification of medically important bacteria, fungus, viruses and parasites, bacterial metabolism, growth curve, growth requirements, culture media, cultivation and identification methods. Bacterial genetics, Genetic Engineering.applied and recent advances in medical microbiology – nosocomial infectionsdiagnostic tests in virologyemergence and re-emergence of viral infectionsepidemiological aspects of control of infections and diseasesMicrobial bio-film-prevention, control and removal, role of microbiology lab for infection control in hospital, emerging infectious diseases, public health microbiology – microbial analysis of water, air, milk and food, molecular diagnostic methods in microbiology, automation in diagnostic microbiology, management and organization of microbiology laboratory, quality in the clinical microbiology laboratory, genetically modified microorganisms, molecular diagnostic techniques relevant to medical microbiology, PCR and its modifications, Principles of recombinant DNA technology.pathogenesisprocessing of clinical specimens and laboratory diagnosis of viral infectionssurgical and trauma related infections.Systemic and clinical virologytyping methods in bacteriologyClassificationepidemiologyexamination of clinical specimens for parasites.geographical distributionhabitatimmunologylaboratory diagnosis of medically important parasites and their infectionslife cyclemorphologypathogenesisprophylaxisprotozoa and helminthes – intestinal, blood and tissue parasites collectiontransportationantibiotic resistance mechanismsantibiotic sensitivity testsbacterial infectionsclinical specimens and diagnostic methodsepidemiologyisolation and identificationMedically important bacteriapathogenesisserological tests for the diagnosis of bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic infections.zoonotic infectionsallergic fungal diseasesanimal models in mycology.Classificationepidemiologygeographical distributionimmunologylaboratory methods for the diagnosis of fungal infectionsmiscellaneous mycosesmode of transmissionmycotoxinspathogenesispreparation of fungal antigens & their standardizationprophylaxisserological tests for mycotic infectionsstains in mycologystructure and morphologysubcutaneous mycosessuperficial mycosessystemic mycoses opportunistic mycosesvarious techniques used for the identification of fungi culture media in mycology
Part IV
Sec 4
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala.
Technical
100 Marks
Computer Engineer
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Computer Engineer in Kerala State Co-operative Bank Ltd.. The exam generally consists of 100 questions for 100 marks, with a total duration of 1 hour 30 minutes.
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Hardware Systems
Sec 1
Advanced architectureALUBinary ArithmeticBuilding blocks of digital computersControl unitMemory systemsParallel processingPerformance measuresPeripherals
Theoretical Foundations
Sec 2
Algebraic systemsAlgorithms and ComplicityComputabilityFormal Languages and AutomataMathematical Logic: Predicate LogicMathematical Logic: Prepositional LogicRecurrence RelationsRelations and functions
Algorithms
Sec 3
Algorithm efficiencyanalysisDesign methods: divide and conquerDesign methods: dynamic programmingDesign methods: greedy approach
Applications
Sec 4
Artificial intelligenceComputer graphicsData miningDatabase managementInternet technologiesMultimedia
System Software and Software Engineering
Sec 5
Basics of each subsystemIssues in large software projectsLinkers, Loaders, Assemblers, and Device driversPhases in a software projectquality measuresSoftware life cyclesoftware testing
Digital Logic
Sec 6
Binary representationDesign of Combinational logic circuits and sequential logic circuitsLogic elementslogic system design using MUX, Decoders etcNumber Systems and codes
Programming Fundamentals
Sec 7
C programming: Control structuresC programming: Data structuresC programming: Data typesC programming: FilesC programming: PointersObject Oriented Programming: Basics of OOPObject Oriented Programming: Data abstractionObject Oriented Programming: inheritanceObject Oriented Programming: overloadingObject Oriented Programming: polymorphismObject Oriented Programming: program design using C++
Compilers
Sec 8
code optimizationfinal code generationintermediate code generationLexical analysisPhases of the compilation processrun time storage managementsymbol tablesSyntax analysistop down and bottom up parsers
Operating systems
Sec 9
Concurrency controldevice managementfile managementFunctions of OSMemory managementProcess managementProtection
Networking
Sec 10
Data communication fundamentalsError control and flow controlMedia typesMobile communicationNetwork topologiesOSI layersProtocolsTypes of networks
Technical
100 Marks
ENGINEERING ASSISTANT GRADE.I
The Kerala Public Service Commission recruits qualified candidates for the post of Engineering Assistant Grade-I in the Kerala State Construction Corporation Limited.
75m
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GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 1
active and passive earth pressurescompactionconsolidationcritical hydraulic gradientEffective stress principlefundamental definitionsliquefaction of soilMohr- Coulomb theoryOrigin of soilspermeability and compressibility of soilsrelationship and interrelationshipsSeepage forcessettlement componentsshear strengthsoil classificationthree-phase system
SURVEYING
Sec 2
aerial photogrammetryAstronomical surveyingbearingChain surveyingCompass surveyingcoordinate systemErrors and adjustmentshorizontal and vertical curveshydrographic surveyingImportance of surveyingLevelingmap projectionsmapping conceptsmeasurements of distance and directionsPlane table surveyingprinciples and classificationsrefraction and curvature correctionstacheometrytheodolite traversingthree-point problemtwo-point problem
FLUID MECHANICS AND IRRIGATION ENGINEERING
Sec 3
Applications of momentum and Bernoulli’s equationaquifersBuoyancycanal liningConcept of boundary layer and its growthcritical depth in open channel flowcritical flow and gradually varied flow in channelsDimensional analysis and hydraulic modelingdrag and lift on bodiesduty and deltaEnergy lossequation of continuityflow netfriction factorhydraulic jumphydraulic jump and its applicationshydraulic structuresHydrographkharif and rabi cropslaminar and turbulent flow through pipesmost efficient section of channelsnotches and weirsOrifices and mouthpiecespipe networksprinciple of conservation of mass, momentum, energy and corresponding equationsProperties of fluidsreservoir lossesspecific energy conceptspecific yieldspillwaystability of floating and submerged bodiesstorage capacity of reservoirsstreamlinestypes of damsundistorted and distorted modelsUniform flowunit hydrographvelocity potential and stream function
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Sec 4
B.O.Dbasic unit operations and unit processes for surface water treatmentbasic unit processes and operations for water treatmentC.O.D.distribution of waterdistribution systemsDODomestic wastewater treatmentDrinking water standardseffluent discharge standardsfiltrationprimary and secondary treatmentPrimary, secondary and tertiary treatment of wastewaterPrinciples of coagulation, flocculation and sedimentationQuality standardsquantity and characteristics of wastewaterquantity of characteristics of domestic wastewatersanitationself purification of streamsSewage and sewerage treatmentsewage treatmentsewerage systemssludge disposalUnit operations and unit processes of domestic wastewaterwater requirements
TRANSPORTAION ENGINEERING
Sec 5
ballastclassification of roadscross-overdesign of flexible and rigid pavementsdifferent types of turn-outsfasteningsGeometric design of highwayshighway capacityintersection designpermanent waypoints and crossingsRailwaysSigns, signals and markingssleepersuper elevationtesting and specifications of paving materialstheory of traffic flowTraffic characteristicstraffic signs and signal designtransition curves
FOUNDATION ENGINEERING
Sec 6
Contact pressure distribution of ultimate bearing capacity of TerzaghiDeep foundations pile types, dynamic & static formulae, load capacity of piles in sands & clays, bearing capacity of piles and pile groups, negative skin frictiondesign aspects of footings and railsEarth pressure theorieseffect of water tableFoundation types-foundation design requirementslayered soilsmachine foundationmodes of vibrationnatural frequencyShallow foundations-bearing capacity, effect of shape, water table and other factors, stress distribution, settlement analysis in sands & claysStability of slopes-infinite slopes, finite slopesSub-surface investigations- scope, drilling bore holes, sampling, penetration test, pile load test and plate load testUnder—reamed pilesvibration isolationwell foundation
Technical
100 Marks
Geological Assistant
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Geological Assistant in the Ground Water Department.
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Geotectonics, Geomorphology and Remote Sensing
Sec 1
Applications of geomorphology in mineral prospecting, civil engineering, hydrology, and environmental studiesConcept of erosion cyclesConcepts and principles of aerial photography and photogrammetry, satellite remote sensing-data products and their interpretationContinental drift - geological and geophysical evidence, mechanics, objections, present statusDigital image processingDrainage basin analysisEarth and the solar systemGeodynamics of the Indian plateGeographic Information System (GIS) - principles and applicationsGeomorphology of fluvial tracts, arid zones, coastal regions, 'Karst' landscapes and glaciated rangesGlobal and Indian Space MissionsGravity and magnetic anomalies at Mid-ocean ridges, deep sea trenches, continental shield areas and mountain chainsHeterogeneity of the earth's crustInfluence of climate on processesIsland arcs, Oceanic islands and volcanic arcsIsostasy, orogeny and epeirogenyMajor tectonic features of the Oceanic and Continental crustMass wastingPalaeomagnetismPlanetary evolution of the earth and its internal structureRemote sensing in landform and land use mapping, structural mapping, hydrogeological studies and mineral explorationSeafloor spreading and Plate TectonicsSeismic belts of the earthSeismicity and plate movementsTopographical mapsWeathering and soils
Structural Geology , Stratigraphy and Paleontology
Sec 2
Behaviour of minerals and rocks under deformation conditionsEvolutionary changes in molluscs and mammals in geological timeFossil record and geological time-scaleGeological time-scaleGondwana system and GondwanalandMeasurement of strain in deformed rocksMechanism of folding and faultingMorphology and time-ranges of fossil groupsNomenclature and the modern stratigraphic codePrecambrian stratigraphy of IndiaPrinciples of evolutionQuaternary StratigraphyRadioisotopes and measuring geological timeRise of the Himalaya and evolution of Siwalik basinSiwalik vertebrate fauna and Gondwana flora, evidence of life in Precambrian times, different microfossil groups and their distribution in IndiaStratigraphic procedures of correlation of unfossiliferous rocksStratigraphy of the Palaeozoic, Mesozoic and Cenozoic formations of IndiaStructural analysis of folds, cleavages, lineations, joints and faultsStructural behaviour of igneous rocks, diapirs and salt domesSuperposed deformationTime-relationship between crystallization and deformationUnconformities and basement-cover relationsUse of species and genera of foraminifera and echinodermata in biostratigraphic correlation
Igneous and Metamorphic and Sedimentary Petrology
Sec 3
Biogenic and chemical sedimentary structuresCharacteristics of different grades and fades of metamorphismClassification of limestoneClassification of sandstonesDefinition, measurement, and interpretation of grain sizeForms, textures and structures of igneous rocksFramework matrix and cement of terrigenous sedimentsMetasomatism and granitization, migmatitesMineral assemblages and P/T conditionsPaired metamorphic beltsPetrology and geotectonic evolution of granites, basalts, andesites and alkaline rocksPetrology of gabbros, kimberlites, anorthosites and carbonatitesPlate tectonics and metamorphic zonesPrimary structures, palaeocurrent analysisProvenance and diagenesis of sedimentsRegional and contact metamorphism of pelitic and impure calcareous rocksSedimentary basins of IndiaSedimentary environment and fadesSedimentary texturesTextures and structures of metamorphic rocks
Mineralogy and Economic mineral deposit
Sec 4
Classification of mineral deposositCommon minerals of igneous and metamorphic rocksControls of Mineral Localisation, Metallogenic epoch and provincesDispersionExtinction angles, pleochroism, birefringence of minerals and their relation with mineral compositionMineral deposit of IndiaMineral fuels, ceramic minerals, structural and building materials, metallurgical and refractory materials, fertilizer minerals, abrasive minerals, gemstonesMinerals of the carbonate, phosphate, sulphide and halide groupsOptical properties of common rock forming silicate minerals, uniaxial and biaxial mineralsPhysical, chemical and crystallographic characteristics of common rock forming silicate mineral groupsPrecious metals, nonferrous metals iron and ferro-alloy metalsStructural classification of silicatesTwinned crystals
Hydrogeology and Environmental Geology
Sec 5
Environment protection- legislative measures in IndiaGroundwater quality - physical and chemical properties of water, quality criteria for different uses, graphical presentation of water quality dataGroundwater quality in different provinces of India - problems of arsenic and fluorideHydrologic cycle precipitation, runoff, infiltration and evapotranspiration, HydrographsHydrological proper ties of rocks - specific yield, specific retention, porosity, hydraulic conductivity, transmissivity, storage coefficient, water table fluctuationsImpact assessment of anthropogenic activities such as urbanization, open cast mining and quarrying, disposal of industrial and radio- active waste, excess withdrawal of ground water, use of fertilizers, dumping of ores, mine waste and fly-ashNatural hazards- preventive/precautionary measures- floods, landslides, earthquakes, river and coastal erosionOrganic and inorganic contamination of ground water and their remedial measuresOrigin of water: meteroic, juvenile, magmatic and sea watersSaline water intrusion in coastal and other aquifers and its preventionSoil degradation and remedial measuresSubsurface movement and vertical distribution of groundwater, Springs, Classification of aquifers, Concepts of drainage basin and groundwater basinTheory of groundwater flow, Darcey's Law and its applicationsTypes of wells, drilling methods, construction, design, development and maintenance of wells, specific capacity and its determination
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Manager (Information Management)
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) for the post of Junior Manager (Information Management) in Kerala State Civil Supplies Corporation Ltd.
120m
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Hardware Systems
Sec 1
Advanced architectureALUBinary ArithmeticBuilding blocks of digital computersControl unitMemory systemsParallel processingPerformance measuresPeripherals
Theoretical Foundations
Sec 2
Algebraic systems-Recurrence Relations-Formal Languages and Automata-Computability-Algorithms and ComplicityMathematical Logic: Prepositional LogicPredicate Logic-Relations and functions
Algorithms
Sec 3
Algorithm efficiencyDesign methods-divide and conquerDynamic programming- analysisGreedy approach
Applications
Sec 4
Artificial intelligenceComputer graphicsData miningDatabase managementInternet technologiesMultimedia
Digital Logic
Sec 5
Binary representationDesign of Combinational logic circuits and sequential logic circuitsLogic elementsLogic system design using MUX, Decoders etcNumber Systems and codes
Programming Fundamentals
Sec 6
C programming: Data typesControl structuresData abstractionData structuresFilesInheritanceObject Oriented Programming: Basics of OOPOverloadingPointersPolymorphismProgram design using C++
Compilers
Sec 7
Code optimizationFinal code generationIntermediate code generationLexical analysisPhases of the compilation processRun time storage managementSymbol tablesSyntax analysisTop down and bottom up parsers
Operating systems
Sec 8
Concurrency controlDevice managementFile managementFunctions of OSMemory managementProcess managementProtection
Networking
Sec 9
Data communication fundamentalsError control and flow controlMedia typesMobile communicationNetwork topologiesOSI layersProtocolsTypes of networks
System Software and Software Engineering
Sec 10
Issues in large software projects-Software life cycle-Phases in a software project-software testing-quality measuresLinkers, Loaders, Assemblers, and Device drivers-Basics of each subsystem
Technical
100 Marks
System Manager
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Algorithms
Sec 1
Algorithm efficiency-Design methods-divide and conquer-greedy approach-dynamic programming- analysis
Hardware Systems
Sec 2
Building blocks of digital computers- ALU-Binary Arithmetic-Control unit-Memory systems-Peripherals-Performance measures-Advanced architecture-Parallel processing.
Programming Fundamentals
Sec 3
C programming: Data types-Data structures-Control structures-Files-PointersObject Oriented Programming: Basics of OOP-Data abstraction-inheritance-polymorphism-overloading-program design using C++
Applications
Sec 4
Computer graphics-Multimedia-Artificial intelligence-Database management-Data mining-Internet technologies
Networking
Sec 5
Data communication fundamentals-Types of networks-Media types-Network topologies - OSI layers-Error control and flow control-Protocols-Mobile communication
Operating systems
Sec 6
Functions of OS-Memory management-Process management-file management-device management-Protection-Concurrency control
System Software and Software Engineering
Sec 7
Issues in large software projects-Software life cycle-Phases in a software project-software testing-quality measuresLinkers, Loaders, Assemblers, and Device drivers-Basics of each subsystem
Theoretical Foundations
Sec 8
Mathematical Logic: Prepositional Logic, Predicate Logic-Relations and functions - Algebraic systems-Recurrence Relations-Formal Languages and Automata-Computability-Algorithms and Complicity
Digital Logic
Sec 9
Number Systems and codes-Binary representation-Logic elements-Design of Combinational logic circuits and sequential logic circuits-logic system design using MUX, Decoders etc
Compilers
Sec 10
Phases of the compilation process-Lexical analysis-Syntax analysis-top down and bottom up parsers-intermediate code generation-code optimization-final code generation-run time storage management-symbol tables
Technical
100 Marks
Wild Life Assistant Grade - II
The Wild Life Assistant Grade-II post is recruited by the Kerala Public Service Commission for the Kerala Forest Department. Candidates require a degree in Zoology, Botany, Forestry, or Veterinary Science.
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BOTANY
Sec 1
Simple & complex tissues - Components of vascular tissues - types of vascular bundles - Primary structure of dicot & monocot stems & roots -Normal secondary growth in thickness in dicot stems & roots -cambium: fusiform & ray initials -storied & nonstoried cambium- radial & longitudinal system - periderm- lenticels- annual rings- dendrochronology- tyloses.Wood: spring wood/ autumn wood - porous/non porous wood - ring porous/diffuse porous wood - hard wood/soft wood, heart wood/sap wood- tension wood, reaction wood, compression wood.Concept of biodiversity- significance - threats - in situ & ex situ conservation - biodiversity hotspots - megadiversity centres-IUCN, MAB, Red data book, UNEP.Concept of ecosystem - components of ecosystem - different types (Aquatic & terrestrial).Ecological groups (Hydrophytes, xerophytes, mesophytes, parasites, epiphytes, insectivores).Ecological succession: Causes-mechanisms-seral stages- pioneer & climax communities-hydrosere-xerosere.Food chain - food web - ecological pyramids - energy flow in an ecosystem.Major terrestrial biomes- Pond, grassland, desert & forest ecosystems - myristica swamps - mangroves.Natural resources: renewable & nonrenewable.Sustainable development- Organic farming- biofertilizers- bioremediation-biopesticides/bioinsecticides-alternate energy sources.Vegetational types in India.Importance of water to plants - absorption & translocation of water - transpiration - nutrition: photosynthesis- autotrophs & heterotrophs - special modes of nutrition- nutrient cycling in nature - plant growth hormones - plant movementsEthnobotany: Importance-methods of collection of ethno-botanical data - tribals of Kerala - common plants used by tribals.Food plants (Cereals, millets, pulses, tuber/starch/sugar/oil yielding plants, spices & condiments, beverages)Pharmacognosy: Definition- scope - sources of crude drugs (Roots/ rhkomes/leaves/flowers/fruits/seeds).Plants yielding resins/dyes/tannins/ gums/mucilagesTimber yielding plants - Medicinal & aromatic plants.Classification of plants: Artificial/natural/phylogenetic systems.Herbs/shrubs/trees. Climbers/creepers/stragglers/lianas.Species concept- Taxon- Binomial nomenclature -ICBN- herbarium technique- botanical gardens. Dendrology.
ZOOLOGY
Sec 2
General characters, zoological importance and systematic positions of animals in all phyla giving special importance to wild life.Circulatory system - structure and working of heart, pacemaker, composition of blood, blood groups, blood clotting.Endocrine system - endocrine glands & hormones produced functions of hormones, role of hypothalamus and their secretions, mechanism of hormone action.Excretory system - types of excretion, structure of nephron, urine formation, osmoregulation.Muscle physiology -types of muscle, ultra structure of striated muscle, mechanism of muscle contraction, muscle twitch, tetanus, summation, tonus, fatigue, oxygen debt, rigor mortis.Nervous system - structure & types of neuron, nerve impulse transmission, synapse & synaptic transmission, neurotransmitters, reflex action.Nutrition & digestion, Metabolism -Carbohydrate, protein & lipid metabolismReproductive system - male and female reproductive organs, reproductive cycles, pregnancy, parturition, lactation, birth control methods.Respiratory system -Gas exchange, respiratory pigments, transport of C02 Ss O2Cell - cell theory, structure & functions of ceE membrane and organellesCell division - mitosis, meiosis Biology of cancerDNA sequencing, DNA finger printing Genomic library, cDNA library, PCR and its applications Blotting techniques - southern blotting, western blotting, northern blotting.Nature of Genetic material - Griffith's expt., Contributions of Avery, Mac Leod and Mac Carthy, Hershey & Chase's expt., transformation, transduction.Structure DNA, types of DNA & RNA, DNA replication, Genetic codeProtected area network - sanctuaries, National parks, tiger reserves, biosphere reserve Endangered and endemic animalsWild life census and monitoring methods.Zoogeographical realms Biogeographic classification of IndiaFertilization, types cleavage, gastrulation Type of placenta in mammals.Mendel 85 his experiments Gene, interaction of genes Sex determination, linkage, crossing over & recombinationTypes of mutations, molecular basis of mutation, cytoplasmic inheritance
FORESTRY
Sec 3
Definition, scope, objective and principles of forest management, organization of state forests-.Joint forest management, concept and principles - National forest policies, scope and importance- Indian judicial system- Legal definitions, application of penal code to forests, General principles of criminal law- Indian Forest Act, 1927, general provisions - Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980. Biological Diversity Act 2002 and Biological diversity rules 2004.Sustainable forest management - Working plan preparations, objectives and uses- Forest maps and their uses.Definition and scope - social and environmental aspects of recreation- Principles and practices of landscaping- landscape designs, formal and informal - landscape components, lawn, pergolas, hedges, edges, topiary, baloons, arbours, carpet beds, trees, flower beds, annuals, climbers.Urban forestry - definition and scope — uses of urban forests, management of urban forest -Planning and planting programmes in institutional and industrial complexes, roads, bridges, parking area etc.Composition of earth's crust, soil as a natural body - Pedology- Rocks types, Igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic, classification- Soil forming minerals, definition, classification-Weathering of rocks and minerals, weathering factors, physical, chemical and biological agents involved- Formation of various soils.Physical and chemical properties of soil - Soil organic matter decomposition-pH- Soil nutrients- Soil water forms - hygroscopic capillary and gravitational - Infiltration and percolation- Land capability classification.Forest conservation movements in India.Forests; definitions, role, benefits; direct and indirect - Tropical and temperate forests - Forestry, definitions, divisions and interrelationships, agroforestry, farm forestry, social forestry and community forestry - Classification of forests; territorial, administrative, types etc.Global warming, mechanisms to control, carbon sequestration, CDMs, Kyoto protocol.National and international organizations in forestry- World forestry day, world environment day and Vanamahotsava.Definition, history of wildlife management and conservation in India- Values of wildlife, aesthetic, recreational, scientific, educational, commercial and ecological valuesIntroduction and reintroduction of species - Wildlife corridors - Ecotourism, definition, evolution and trends in ecotourism- Ecotourism in protected areas - Ecotourism as a tool for management of common property resources.Red Data Book and red listing, IUCN revised red list categories - Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and amendments - Special projects for wildlife conservation - Project Tiger and Musk Deer Project etc.
VETERINARY SCIENCE
Sec 4
Breeds and descriptors of important breeds of cattle and buffaloes.Common farm management practices including disinfection, isolation, quarantine and disposal of carcass.General management and feeding practices of calves, heifers, pregnant, lactating and dry animals, and bulls and working animals.Introduction to methods of drug administration. Common vices of animals, their prevention and care.Introductory animal husbandry. Common animal husbandry terms. Body conformation and identification. Dentition and ageing of animals. Transport of livestock by rail, road, air and on foot.Common feeds and fodders, their classification, availability and importance for livestock production.Importance of minerals (major and trace elements) and vitamins in health and production, their requirements and supplementation in feed.Importance of nutrients in animal production and health. Nutritional terms and their definitions.Definition, history and socio-economic impact of zoonotic diseases.Definitions and aims of epidemiology. Surveillance and monitoring of livestock diseases.National and International regulations on livestock diseases.Reservoirs, clinical manifestations in animals and the management of the following zoonoses: rabies, Japanese encephalitis, Kyasanur forest disease, influenza, anthrax, brucellosis, tuberculosis, leptospirosis, listeriosis, plague, rickettsiosis, chlamydiosis and dermatatophytosis.Role of domestic, wild, pet and laboratory animals and birds in transmission of zoonoses..Role of OIE and laws on international trade on animals and animal products.General Toxicology: Definitions, fundamentals and scope of toxicology. General approaches to diagnosis and treatment of poisoning.Toxicity caused by metal and non-metals: Arsenic, lead, mercury, copper, selenium,molybdenum, phosphorus, nitrates and nitrites, common salt and fluoride.Toxicity caused by plants and weeds. Drug toxicity and toxicity caused by agrochemicals.Venomous bites and stings: Snake bite, scorpion, spider, wasp stings and toad poisoning.Acts and Rules related to Zoo and wild animals.Feeding habits, feed and feeding schedules of zoo animals. Nutrient requirements of wild animals.National and international organizations and institutions interlinked to wild and zoo animals - role and functioning.Planned breeding of wild animals. Controlled breeding and assisted reproduction. Breeding for conservation of wild animals.Population dynamics of wild animals, effective population size of wild animals captivity/zoo/natural habitats.Restrain, capture, handling, physical examination and transport of wild and zoo animals.
Technical
100 Marks
Tracer, Agriculture (S.C. Unit)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Tracer, Agriculture (S.C. Unit).
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Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 1
Introduction: Function of air compressors - uses of compressed air .Classification of compressors: Working of reciprocating (single stage and two stage) compressors, Rotary compressors (fans, blowers), centrifugal compressors and axial flow compressors P-V diagram of single stage and two stage compressors - derivation of work done - power required to drive the compressor (simple problems) - inter coolers - advantages of multistage compressors. Efficiencies of air compressor - mechanical efficiency, isothermal efficiency, isentropic efficiency, volumetric efficiency, derivation of volumetric efficiency in terms of clearance volume and stroke volume, effect of clearance on volumetric efficiencyAssumption, Air standard efficiency Brief explanation with P-V diagrams and derivation of air standard efficiency of Carnot Cycle, Otto cycle, Diesel cycle, Joule cycle, Brief explanation of dual combustion cycle with P-V diagram (No derivation of air standard efficiency), Simple and direct problems using standard expressionsCalorific value of fuels - Gross or higher calorific value - net calorific value - (simple problems) - Determination of calorific values - bomb calorimeter- Gas calorimeter . Combustion of fuels - Atomic theory- structure - Combustion equation of solid fuels - Minimum mass of air required for combustion.- Mass of carbon in flue gases. - Mass of flue gas per kg of fuel burnt - Flue gas analysis - Orsat apparatusDefinition, Classification, Two stroke engines, Two stroke petrol engines, Four stroke engines, Four stroke diesel engines (construction and working using simple line sketches), Four stroke petrol engines, Functions of different parts of I.C. Engines (No sketch required), Comparison between - Two stroke and four stroke engines, Petrol and diesel engines, Testing of IC engines - determination of indicated power - brake power - mechanical efficiency - indicated thermal efficiency brake thermal efficiency - specific fuel consumption -heat balance sheet.Heat exchangers - Function of heat exchangers, types of heat exchangers - Recuperator type and regenerative type, parallel flow, counter flow and cross flow. Concept of Logarithmic mean temperature difference (LMTD) and AMTD. LMTD for parallel flow and counter flow heat exchangers (no derivation). Simple problems to calculate heat transfer by LMTD method.Modes of heat transfer - conduction, convection and radiation. Fields of applications of heat transfer. Thermal conduction, Fourier's law of thermal conduction, thermal conductivity, conduction through a plane wall, simple problems. Thermal radiation - Reflection, absorption, and transmission of radiation, absorptivity, reflectivity and transmissivity. Concept of black body. Stefan's Boltzman's law of total radiation, concept of grey body, Thermal convection - Newton - Rikhman equation Q = hAt, Free convection, forced convectionTypes of Fuels - its value in engineering - classification of fuels - solid fuels - liquid fuels - gaseous fuels - merits and demerits of Gaseous fuels requirements of a good fuel.
Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines
Sec 2
Atmospheric pressure - Gauge pressure - Absolute pressure - vacuum pressure - problems - Measurements of atmospheric pressure - simple mercury barometers - pressure measuring devices - peizometer tubes, manometers - U-tube - simple differential and inverted tubes only - Mechanical Gauge - Bourdon tube pressure gauge. Pressure on plane surfaces immersed in liquid. Total pressure and center of pressure on horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces immersed in liquids. Pressure on lock, gates, sluice gate.Buoyancy - Centre of Buoyancy - Types equilibrium of floating bodies, Metacentre and metacentric heightDefinition of density, specific volume, specific gravity, viscosity, kinematic & dynamic viscosity, compressibility, vapour pressure, cohesion, adhesion, surface tension and capillarity. Intensity of pressure at a point - pressure head - units of pressure - Pascal's lawDefinition of orifice, types of orifices - (based size, shape flow condition) - definition of vena contracta - hydraulic coefficients - Cv, Cc, Cd - experimental determination. Submerged and partially submerged orifices. Large rectangular orifice - expression for discharge - derivation. Time for emptying a prismatic tank through an orifice at bottom or in the side- head loss due to sudden enlargement and sudden contraction at the entrance of pipe from large vessel, at the exit of a pipe line, obstruction in a pipe line derivation of expression for head loss due to enlargement & contraction - Types of notches - rectangular, triangular and trapezoidal notches. Discharge over rectangular, triangular and trapezoidal notches. Classifications - definition - discharge over rectangular weir, end contraction in weir effect of end contraction over discharge - Francis formula and Bazin's formula for end contraction- velocity of approach - problems broad crested weir - problems submerged weir description. Mouth piece - different types - external and internal- cylindrical.Frictional loss in pipes - Chezy's and Darcy's formulae - Derivation and problems Hydraulic gradient and total energy line-Water hammer and its effect (description only) Syphon. Flow through Channels Wetted perimeter Hydraulic mean depth- uniform and non-uniform flow - Chezy's formula.Control valves - Functions - classifications - ratings - Describe the working of pressure controll valves viz, relief valves - pilot operated relief valve - poppet valve - sequence valve Direction control valves - types - sliding spool type - rotary spool type - check valves - 1 way, 2 way, 3 way directional control valves, pilot operated check valve, solenoid control valve. Flow control valves - types - gate, globe, pressure compensated butterfly valves, non return valve, application circuits of control valves. Seals - packings - materials for seals and packings - purpose of sealing . Filters - types - necessity of filtration of fluids - intensifier - motors and accumulators - purpose of accumulators viz, shock suppressions, fluid makeup, leakage compensation, emergency power and holding - types of accumulators - weight loaded, spring loaded, gas loadedLayout - intake works, pressure tunnel, penstock, surge tank, action of surge tank anchor blocks and tailrace.Introduction - types of fluid flow - steady and unsteady flow - uniform and non-uniform flow - laminar and turbulent flow - compressible and incompressible flow - rotational and ir-rotational flow - one, two and three dimensional flow - rate of flow or discharge - equation of continuity of a liquid flow - simple problems - energy of a liquid in motion - potential energy - kinetic energy - pressure energy - total energy - total head of liquid in motion - Euler's equation of motion - Bernoulli's equation from Euler's equation - assumptions - simple problems - practical applications of Bernoulli's equation - venturimeter - Orifice meter - pitot tubeCentrifugal pump - Introduction - types of casing—piping system of CP—work done manometric head—efficiencies - discharge—power required to drive -multistage pumps -simple problems. Performance—specific speed of CP—selection of pumps based on specific speed and head— cavitation—priming.Characteristics of Turbines -Significance—specific speed—selection of Turbine—selection based on specific speed and head of water—characteristic curve for Impulse and reaction TurbinesIntroduction-development of water Turbines-classification-impulse Turbine-Pelton wheelcomponents- velocity triangle and work done. Workdone-power produced efficiency-number of jets - design of Pelton wheel—governing—other impulse TurbinesReaction turbines - components—difference between impulse& Reaction—Classification of Reaction Turbines -discharge—power produced—efficiencies—Francis Turbine—Kaplan Turbine—Draught tubes—other reaction turbines.Reciprocating pumps - Types-comparison of CP&RP-discharge-slip-power required-air vessels-indicator diagram of RP
Mechanics of Materials
Sec 3
Classification of beams - cantilever, simply supported, fixed, overhanging and continuous types of loading - concentrated, uniformly distributed and uniformly varying Shear force and bending moment - definition and sign conventions. Calculation of SF and BM for cantilever, simply supported and overhanging beams and sketching of SF and BM diagrams (for point load, u.d. load, uniformly varying load and combinations of u.d. and point loads) Relation between SF and BM. Maximum BM - point of contra flexure.Columns -definitions - effect of axial load on columns -column, strut, slenderness ratio, buckling factor, buckling load or crippling load, safe load - types of columns - short column, medium size column, long column - Euler's equations and its assumption for crippling load for different End conditions - both end hinged - one end is fixed and other is free, one end is fixed and other is hinged, both ends fixed - limitation of Euler's equation - equivalent length - Rankin's formulae Strut, column - failure of strut, short and long columns - types of end conditions Euler's formula for columns of different end conditions - slenderness ratio - limitations of Euler's formula –applications.Types - lap, butt, single cover, double cover, single, double, multiple, chain, zigzag, diamond - empirical proportions - diameter of rivet, plate thickness, margin, pitch - rivet materials. Types of failure - rivets - by crushing and shearing - failure of plate by tearing - strength and efficiency of joints - design of joints - lap and butt, single and double riveted, single and double cover joint - caulking and filtering operations. Types of failures two troughs, two cylinders, hoop stress - longitudinal stress - calculation of thickness and pressureSprings :-Introduction - stiffness of a spring - types of spring - leaf spring - helical springs - closely coiled and open coiled helical spring with round wire - properties of spring materials - closely – coiled helical springs - subjected to an axial load, an axial twist - stress induced - length - number of turns pitch deflection - stiffness - diameter Torsional shear stress - torsional stress and strains - polar moment of inertia .Stress and strain - types of stresses - Elasticity - Hook's law - Young's modulus - stresses and strains in uniform sections of same and composite materials Mechanical properties of materials - Elasticity, stiffness, plasticity, toughness, brittleness, ductility, malleability and hardness - Tensile test on ductile material (mild steel bar) and stress strain curve - compression test on brittle material (cement concrete) and stress strain curve - limit of proportionality, elastic limit, yield point - ultimate stress - breaking stress - working stress and factor of safety. Temperature stresses - elongation and contraction due to temperature change - temperature stress when deformation is fully or partially prevented - temperature stress in composite sections Linear strain and lateral strain - poisson's ratio- volumetric strain - volumetric strain of a bar subjected to normal forces on its faces - Bulk modulus - modulus of rigidity - relationship between elastic constants
Building Materials and Construction
Sec 4
Brick masonry: Different types of bonds for walls, piers and junctions of walls for equal and unequal thickness - English, Flemish (Single and Double Flemish)-Specification for brick masonry as per relevant codes. Hollow block masonry: Types of hollow blocks used in construction and methods of construction- Advantages and Disadvantages with reference to other types of masonry. Solid block masonry and inter locking block masonry. Partition walls-Types-materials- requirements.Bricks: Raw materials used - Composition of brick earth, manufacturing methods (Description only) - IS specifications of bricks - characteristics of good brick used for building purpose. Tiles: Types of tiles-characteristics-uses-Porcelain and glazed tiles Earthenware and stoneware pipes - uses-qualities.Cement Concrete: Plain concrete-Water cement ratio-Ingredients and proportioning methodscharacteristics- preparation-workability-Tests on Cement concrete-Laboratory tests and field tests- Slump test, compaction factor test-Qualities of water used for mixing. Reinforced cement concreteComponent parts of a building and their functions- Masonry: Classification- Stone masonry-Brick masonry-Laterite masonry - composite masonry. Different types of stone masonry-General principles and specifications for stone masonry as per relevant codes.Lime: Sources of lime-Classification-methods of manufacturing (Description only) Cements: Composition, Compounds present, Manufacturing methods-characteristics of cement, Types of cement-Properties of each-characteristics of cement-Tests on cement-Consistency test, fineness test, Sp.gravity test, Setting time test, Soundness test.Metals: Ferrous metals-Wrought iron, Cast iron, Mild steel- -Special steels-High carbon steel, High tensile steel and stainless steel (Properties and uses only)-Non ferrous metals: Aluminum, Copper, Lead, Zinc and Titanium-important alloys- properties and uses.Mortar: Preparation of lime and cement mortar-Proportions of mortar for various items of work-tests on cement mortar.Paints and Varnishes: Types-Constituents-Preparation-characteristics and application.Plastics: types-characteristics and properties of P V C-uses-Limitations of using plastics.Rubber: Characteristics and properties, uses.Sand: Sources of sand-River sand, Sea sand and pit sand-Limitations of mining of sand from rivers and sea shore- M-sand,alternatives of sand.Stone - classification - geological, Physical and chemical classification - characteristics of good building stone - varieties of stones - granite - trap - basalt - sand stone - Laterite. Values of load bearing capacity of stones. Quarrying of stones - methods - wedging and blasting - explosives used. Dressing of stones.Timber and wood products: Structural classification- Soft wood and hard wood-defects in timberseasoning of timber-preservation of timber-wood products-veneers, ply wood, particle boardfibreboard, hard board, etc.
Introduction to Computers & Word Processing
Sec 5
Introduction, application of computers, generations of computers, classification of computers - analog, digital, hybrid Computers, Structure of a computer - Hardware and Software components - Input unit, Output unit, ALU, Memory unit, Control unit, CPU, Microprocessor, micro, mini, supercomputers - machine languages, assembly languages, high level languages - system soft ware, application software - assembler, compiler, operating system - Types of memory - primary memory, secondary memory, sequential access , random access memory, RAM, ROM - magnetic tape, floppy, hard disc, compact disc - input devices, out put devices.
Engineering materials and properties
Sec 6
Metallic and non-metallic properties such as: - Mechanical, strength, hardness, toughness, brittleness, creep, fatigue, stiffness, ductility, malleability, elasticity and plasticity. Electrical Properties: - Resistance and Resistivity, conductance and conductivity, capacitance. Magnetic properties: - Magnomotive force, rellectance, permeance, hysterisis Thermal properties: - Specific heat, thermal conductivity, thermal resistance, and thermal diffusivity. Chemical properties: - Corrossion resistance, acidity and alkalinity.Physical properties: - density, viscosity, colour, finish, porosity.Organic and ceramic materials- Introduction, classification of rubber: - natural and synthetic rubber, Plastic: - thermosetting and thermoplastic with examples - requirements of plastic and elastimers and their uses. Classification of ceramics - properties and uses - glass building stone, refractory materials, abrasive - materials, concrete.Testing of Engineering Materials - Destructive testing: - tension and compression test. Hardness test: - Brinell, rock well, Vickers - impact test, fatigue test and creep test. Nondestructive testing: - Radio graphic, ultrasonic inspection,
Technical
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RESERVE SUB INSPECTOR TRAINEE ||| ARMED POLICE SUB INSPECTOR TRAINEE (MOTOR TRANSPORT UNIT)
Recruitment for the post of Reserve Sub Inspector / Armed Police Sub Inspector (Trainee) in the Motor Transport Unit of the Police Department by the Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC). The selection process typically includes an OMR based written test, a Physical Efficiency Test, and document verification.
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Automobile Running Gear
Sec 1
2 wheeler transmission - Gear DriveChain DriveV-matic transmission.air suspensionBiasBrakes – hydraulicantilocking brake system.Bleeding of brakesBrake shoesDrum materialsdual brake systemleading and trailing brakesliningMaster cylinderMechanicalpneumaticwheel cylinderC.V.T.CamberCarcass beadCast wheelsCastercentre point steeringCentrifugal clutchClutch Disc – Constructional details and functions of each part.Clutch operating mechanismCone clutchconstant mesh gearboxConstant velocity jointsConstructional features and working of single plate dry friction clutchDiaphragm clutchDifferential mechanismDisc wheelsElectromagnetic ClutchEpicyclical gearbox.Fluid flywheelFront wheel driveGear selector and shifting mechanism.Gearbox construction and working of sliding mesh gearboxHotchkiss drive.Hydraulic clutchIndependent suspensionInflation pressureKing Pin, inclinationLeaf springsLimited slip differentialLocking differentialMultiple clutch (Dry & Wet)Necessity and functions of gearbox.Parts of tyrePly ratingpower steeringPrinciple of friction clutches.Propeller shaft and Universal JointRack and PinionRadial tyre materialRear Axles – typesrecirculating ballRequirement for a good transmission system.Semi Centrifugal clutchside wallsSize of wheelSpoke wheelSpring shacklessteering columnsteering gears.steering geometrySteering mechanismsteering wheelStub axlesSuspension.Toe in and out.Torque converter.Torque tube drivetreadtread patternTubeless and Tubed type tyresTypes of live rear axles, semi floating, three quarter floating and full floating axles.Types of wheelstyre wear.Vacuum clutchVariable velocity jointsVarious components in transmission.Wheel balancingwheel mountingsWorm and sector
Fluid Mechanics and Machinery
Sec 2
absolute, gauge, atmospheric and vacuum pressuresair cylinders, types, light, medium, heavy, tandem, duplex, double end types.air filterair vesselsBasic elements of hydraulic systemBasic pneumatic systemBernoulli’s equationBourdon’s tube pressure gaugecapillarityCentrifugal pump – working, priming, cavitations, efficiencies, discharge, power required to drive multi stage pumpsCheck valves, 1 way, 2 way, 3 way directional control valves.Chezys formulae for loss of head in pipes.Circuits of control valves, functions, classifications.co-efficient of contractionco-efficient of dischargeco-efficient of velocityComparison of pneumatic system with hydraulic system.compressibilitycompressible and incompressible flowDarcy’s formulae for loss of head in pipesDensityDescribe the working of pressure control valves, types, sliding spool type.differential manometerDischargedischarge over notchesEnergy of a liquid in motionequation of continuity of a liquid flowFlow control valves – types, gate, globe, butterfly valvesflow through pipesfluid pressure and its measurementfluid pressure at a pointGear pumpsHydraulic and Pneumatic systemIdentification of standard pneumatic symbolsImportance of hydraulicsinverted differential manometerKinematics of fluid flowkinetic energykinetic viscosityLaminar and turbulent flowLobe pumpsloss of energy due to frictionloss of head in pipeslubricatormajority energy lossesmeasurement of fluid pressuremugglersNewton’s law of viscosityNon return valve – ApplicationnotchesorificesPascal’s LawPiezo meter tubepotential energypower requiredpractical applications of Bernoulli’s equationpressure energypressure headpressure regulatorproblemsrate of flow or dischargereciprocating pump – Types, comparison of centrifugal and reciprocating pump.rectangular notchesscrew pumpssimple manometersimple piston pumpsslipSolenoid control valvespecific gravityspecific volumespecific weightsteady and unsteady flowsurface tensiontotal energytotal head of liquid in motiontotal pressuretotal pressure on immersed surface-horizontal, vertical, inclinedtrapezoidal notchtriangular notchestypes of fluid flowTypes of fluidstypes of notchestypes of orificesuniform and non-uniform flowvane pumpsvena contractsventurimeterviscosity
Thermodynamics
Sec 3
absorption and transmission of radiation.Absorptivityadiabatic and polytropic processes.Air compressorand forced convection.Basic principles and heat exchanger.boundary statebrake powerclassification of air compressors – working of single stage and multi stage air compressorscomposite plain wall - simple problems.Concept of black bodyconcept of grey.condition through plain wallConstant pressureconstant temperatureDerivation of formulae for work, heat, change in internal energy, relation between pressure, volume and temperature during constant volume.Engine indicatorsenthalpyEstablish the relationship between specific heat and gas constant.Evaporator and condenser.first and second law of thermodynamics.flow of workFourier’s law of thermal conductionFree convectionfriction powerheatindicated powerindicated thermal efficiencyIndicator diagram and measurement of mean effective pressure.Inter cooler.internal energyMorse text and preparation of heat balance sheet.Power developed in IC enginesPrinciples of heat transfer – Modes of heat transfer and field of application of heat transferprocessesreflectionreflectivity and transmitivity.specific fuel consumptionSpecific heat at constant volume and at constant pressure.Thermal conductionthermal conductivityThermal radiationthermodynamic propertiesThermodynamic systemuse of compressed airvolumetric efficiency
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Sec 4
AC three resistance – 3 phase circuits, Star and Delta connections – Voltage and current relations.Alternating current – production of alternating voltages, Mathematical representation.Boolean Algebra, simplification of expressions, De-Morgans Theorem, K-Map.Calculations of power factor inductance – capacitanceElectronic circuits - Logic circuits, Instrument Amplifier, Band width, Oscillator, Condition of Oscillator, Fundamentals of Digital Electronics, Logic Gates, AND, OR, NOT, XOR.Electronic instruments – CRO, CRT, Digital Multimeter.Explanation of cycle, period, frequency, RMS value, average value, maximum value, Form factor, vector representation of alternating quantitiesExpression for power transformers.Phase differences – Inductance and capacitance, Impedance, Current calculations in general RLC series circuit.Principle, advantages and uses of welding transformer.Principles of operation of a single phase transformer, 3 phase transformer, Auto transformer.Universal Gates, NAND, NOR
Engineering Materials
Sec 5
Alloy steels.Annealing, tempering, hardening, case hardening.Commercial specification and uses of alloys of copper, aluminium.Description of different processes and their applications.Effect of alloying on properties.Effect of grain size on mechanical properties – Factors promoting fine grain.Effect of rate of cooling on grain size.Heat treatment of metals.Mechanism of grain formation.Need for alloying elements.Need for heat treatment.Non ferrous metals and alloys.Non metallic materials – Characteristics of plastic fibre glass and synthetic polymers.Normalizing and nitriding.Properties of Materials – Impact, Strength, fatigue, Creep resistance, Malleability, toughness etc.Stainless steel - different types, specific properties, uses of types of steels.
Production process of Components
Sec 6
Cast iron – types, methods of manufacture, casting methods, sand casting, permanent mould casting, centrifugal casting, special casting, die castingCold working process – Cold working, basic cold working operations like drawing, squeezing, bending shearing cutting and blanking, extruding, shot Peening.Cylindrical turning, taper calculations, measurements, taper turning methods.Drilling machines. Bench type, parts of a drilling machines.Forging operations, Open hearth, closed hearth furnacesFoundry – Pattern making and materials, Classification of patterns and pattern allowances – Types of moulding and moulding operations – Green sand moulding, dry sand moulding, Plaster moulding, Shell moulding.Fundamentals of Gear manufacturing methods – Indexing methods – Gear milling, Gear hobbing.Gas welding, oxy acetylene welding, resistance welding, classification of resistance welding, TIG and MIG welding, soldering and brazing explanation and application of soldering and brazing advantages and limitations.Grinding – Grinding machines – uses and types, Grinding wheels – typeHot working, rolling drawing, extruding.Machine tools – Lathe – types, Engine and tool room lathe, Lathe parts and functions.Measuring instruments – classification, direct reading, indirect reading, Precision, non precision instruments – Micrometer, Vernier Micrometer, gauges, screw gauges, comparators, sine bar, vernier height gauges, sine bar, slip gauges.milling machine – use of milling machine – types of milling machine – principle, parts, different milling operations.N.C. and C.N.C. machines, advantages of CNC systems over conventional systems.Other operations on lathe, drilling, boring, reaming, key way cutting, knurling.Quick return motion – crank and slotted lever – slotting machines.Shaping machines. Use of a shaper – shaper component and their functions.Steels – different process of steel making, open hearth process, Bessemer process, L-D processTail stock set over and swiveling the tool post.Thread cutting basics.Uses of a slotter, slotter parts.Welding – arc welding, principles of arc welding, welding machines and uses of arc welding, submerged arc welding, thermit welding, safety in welding.
Strength of Materials
Sec 7
Centroids – centre of gravity – axis of symmetry and axis of reference, methods to find centre of gravity, simple geometric sections as a rectangle, triangle, circle and semicircle sections, combinations of symmetrical sections such as T, I and channel sections, combinations of unsymmetrical sections such as L section – plane section with cut out holes.Hook’s Law and Youngi modulusLimit of proportionality – elastic limits – yield points – Ultimate stress – Working stress – factor of safety – comparison of stress strain, diagram of mild steel and a brittle materialPoisson’s ratio – behavior of mild steel under tensionPrinciples of super positionStress – strain diagramStresses in composite section- Simple problems.Stresses in varying sectionsTypes of stresses and strain – Tensile and Compressive – Longitudinal and Lateral strainFriction : Introduction, types of friction, static friction, dynamic friction, sliding friction, rolling friction, pivot friction, limiting friction, angle of friction, co-efficient of friction, cone of friction, state laws of friction, Static friction and kinetic friction. Force analysis of a sliding body resting on a horizontal plane – Force acting along plane and at an angle.Moments of inertia – radius of gyrations – methods to find moments of inertia – moments of inertia of rectangular and circular sections by integration method.Parallel axis theorem – Moments of inertia of standard geometric sections such as T, I, L and channel sections.Shear stress and strain – modulus of rigidity – volumetric strain, bulk modulus.Natural and magnitude of stress due to change in temperature –total or partial prevention of expansion and contraction – temperature stresses on composite bar.
Study of I C Engines
Sec 8
Classification of cooling systemCommon Rail Direct Injection (CRDI) in C.I. Engines.Cooling SystemDifferent Systems in I.C. EnginesDifferent types of I.C.Engines.Electronic fuel injectionElectronic Ignition SystemEmission from automobilesEmission standards Euro II & IIIEngine components- Crankshaft, Piston, Connecting Rod, Flywheel, Engine Block etc.forced systemAC – Mechanical PumpCarburetionFunctions of CarburettorInjector and injection nozzle.Working – Solex Carburettor, S.V. Carburettor.Fuel System in Diesel Engine – Fuel Filters, Working of BOSCH pump.Fuel System: Air Fuel Ratio for different engine speeds in S.I. EngineGoverningHit and miss governingI.C.Engine LubricationNoise PollutionNoise reduction techniquesPollution control techniquesPollution from C.I. EnginesPollution from S.I.Enginesproperties of lubricantsquality governing.Quantity governingradiatorsS.I. Engines Gasoline injection system (MPFI)splash systemtemperature indicatorsthermostatwater pumpworking of coil ignition and magnetic ignition in S.I.Engine
Mathematics
Sec 9
Angle between 2 lines.Condition for 2 lines to be parallel and perpendicular.Point of intersection of 2 lines.Straight line – slope, equation of a straight line in the formsi) y = mx + cii) y – y1 = m (x – x1)iii) y – y1 = x – x1 / y1 – y2 = x1 – x2iv) x/a + y/b = 1Solution of equation of the forms variable separable Linear equation.Applications of integration.Definition of integration, Fundamental problems.Finding areas between the curve y = f (x) and axes.Integral of product of 2 functions, Formulae, Simple problems.Volume of Solid, problems.Definition of derivative of x^n, Sin x, Cos x etc. by using first principle.Derivatives of other trigonometric functions.Find derivative of x and log x.Fundamental formulae.Product and quotient number.Simple problems.
Technical
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Lecturer in Computer Applications & Business Management
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Lecturer in Computer Applications & Business Management in the Technical Education (Polytechnics) department.
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Internet and Web Applications
Sec 1
Computer Network, IP address, internet, world wide web, HTML, XML, HTTP, multimedia, streaming, videoconferencing, voice, video over IP, data compression, cryptography, network security
Database Management System
Sec 2
Database users, comparison with file system, ER diagram, attributes, keys, relational database, relational algebra, SQL, triggers, integrity constraints, normalization, indexing, hashing, transaction, concurrency control, database recovery.
Facts about India
Sec 3
Demography- Economic and Social Development-Poverty Alleviation-Economy and Planning-EtcGeography of India- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – EtcHistory of India- Period from 1857 to 1947- National Movement- Etc.
Operating System
Sec 4
File System, directory structure, CPU scheduling, process states, threads, semaphores, memory management, device management.
MANAGEMENT
Sec 5
Financial Management: Journal, Ledger, Trial Balance, Profit & Loss Account, Balance Sheet
Digital Systems and Computer Organization
Sec 6
Functional units of digital computer, addressing modes, virtual memory – cache memory, processing unit, control unit.Number Systems, conversion from one number system to another, BCD, floating point number, binary arithmetic, Boolean algebra, design of combinatorial circuits, shift registers.
Facts about Kerala
Sec 7
Geographical Facts- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – EtcImportant Events/ Movements/Leaders: Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V.T.Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, EtcRenaissance of Kerala
Marketing Management
Sec 8
Internal and External Environment of Business –Marketing Mix –Market Segmentisation – Product Life Cycle – Promotion Mix
Operations Research
Sec 9
Linear Programming – Graphical and Simplex methods - Transportation Problem, Assignment Problem, Game Theory, CPM/PERT
Quantitative Techniques
Sec 10
Mean, Median, Mode, Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Normal Distribution.
Operations Management
Sec 11
Productivity, Lay out planning and types of lay out, Inventory Control – EOQ Model, Selection Inventory Control, Work Measurement
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
Sec 12
Programming: C – Statements – functions – files, structures, pointersProgramming: C++ and Java – class, objects, inheritance, polymorphism, constructors, exception handling, files.Programming: Java – packages and interfaces, multi threading, applets
Human Resources Management
Sec 13
Recruitment and Selection, Job Analysis, Job Rating, Performance Rating, Communication
Software Engineering
Sec 14
Software Engineering Processes, methods and tools, software process models, phases in software development, design phases, risk management, testing, maintenance, dependability.
Data Structures
Sec 15
Stack, array, queue, dequeue, linked lists, tree, graph, sorting, searching, file structures, algorithms and time complexity
Technical
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Sub Engineer (Electrical) KSEB ||| Sub Engineer (Electrical) Thrissur Corporation
The Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Sub Engineer (Electrical) in the Kerala State Electricity Board Limited and Thrissur Corporation.
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PART II – ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING > BASIC ELECTRONICS, ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND CIRCUITS & DIGITAL ELECTRONICS
Sec 1
A.C. through resistors, inductors and capacitors, Q-factor of a coil, resonance in R-L-C -Series & parallel circuits, inductive reactance, capacitive reactance and impedanceDemodulation and Radio Receivers, Antennas,Microwave Communication, Satellite Communication, Fiber Optic communication, Mobile Communication.Modulation AM, FM, & PM, Radio Transmitters,Memories, Programmable Logic Devices.Number systems & Digital Circuits, Boolean algebra, Introduction to logic theory, switching functions AND, OR, NOT,NAND NOR, EXOR operations, Logic families, Combinational Logic Circuits, Sequential Logic Circuits, Operational amplifiers(Circuits, Applications)Resistor, capacitors , inductors, transformers (Types and their applications),basic network theorems, fundamentals of alternating current (Define waveform, time period, frequency and amplitude, phase difference, r.m.s. value, average value)Conductors, insulators & semiconductors, intrinsic & extrinsic semiconductorsDiodes & Rectifiers, different types of diodes, transistors, UJT,FET, integrated circuit, opto electronic devices, Power devices – SCR, diac & triac,Transistor Amplifiers : methods of inter stage coupling, tuned voltage amplifier, Audio power amplifiers, feed back amplifiers, Oscillators and Multi vibrators, Schmitt trigger, wave shaping circuits.
PART .I ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING > BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 2
AC through R, L and C- voltage, current, power, P. F in pure resistive, inductive, capacitive, single phase circuits- active, reactive and apparent power, Q- factor, Resonance in R- L- C circuits- parallel AC single phase circuits- vector, phasor method, resonance in parallel circuit- Q- factor.Generation of alternating voltage and current- instantaneous values of voltage and current, Simple and complete waveforms, Definition of cycle, frequency, time period, amplitude value, average value, R. M. S value, form factor, peak factor, phase difference, relation between frequency, poles and speed.Generation of poly phase voltage- advantages, Phase sequence. Interconnection of three- phases, star and delta connection. Relation between phase and line voltages and current in star and delta- power in three- phase system in star and delta. Power, current and power factor in a three- phase balanced system. Balanced and unbalanced three- phase system. Balanced star- delta and delta- star conversion, Three- phase power measurement- single, three and two- watt meter methods.Circuits- Ohm’s law- series, parallel, series- parallel circuits.Electric current, Voltage, Resistance- Definition and units, Laws of resistance- Sp: resistance- Conductance and Conductivity, Effect of temperature on resistance- Temp. coefficient.Heating effect of electric current- Joules lawNetwork theorems- Kirchoff’s Law, Super position theorem, Thevenin’s theorem, Norton theorem- Electric power and Energy in DC circuits, their units etc.Absolute and relative permeability, Field strength magnetizing force, flux and flux density, Relation between flux density and magnetizing force, B. H. curve, Methods of magnetization.Capacitor and Capacitance- Capacitance of an isolated sphere, spherical capacitor and parallel plate capacitor, variable capacitors, capacitors in series and parallel, Energy stored in a capacitor.Electric field, Field strength, Electrostatic Induction- Electric flux density- potential and potential difference- potential of a charged sphere- Equipotential surfaces, Potential gradient- Breakdown voltage and dielectric strength.Faraday’s Laws of Electrolysis, Electroplating, primary and secondary cells, comparison of lead acid and alkaline cells, Initial charging and commissioning of new batteries, Charging methods, Ampere hour, and Watt hour efficiencies, Galvanizing and Anodizing, Extraction of zinc and aluminium, field application of Electrolysis.Force on a current carrying conductor in a magnetic field- Magnetizing force of a long straight conductor, long solenoid.Magnetic circuit- magnetomotive force, reluctance, Ampereturns, Permeanence, Reluctivity. Comparison of magnetic and electrical circuits- Faraday’s laws of electromagnetic induction- direction of induced emf and current, statically and dynamically induced emf. Expression for dynamically and statically induced emf, self and mutual inductance, Coefficient of coupling, Energy stored in a magnetic field.Static electricity- Absolute and relative permittivity of a medium, Dielectric constant- Laws of electrostatics.
PART II – ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING > POWER ELECTRONICS
Sec 3
Flow chart, Algorithm, Data Processing and Programming MethodologyFunctions of hardware and software components,provisions of windows o s and word processing,working of memory and input – output devices,Micro Controller Architecture, Micro Controllers-interrupts & operation,Micro Controller Programming, Micro Controller Interfacing & Applications.Power electronics: Power control devices, Converters and inverters , Speed control of machines, Programmable LogiControllers, Voltage Regulators and Power Supplies.
PART .I ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING > DC MACHINES
Sec 4
Armature reaction- effects- commutation- methods of improving commutation. Generator characteristics . critical field resistance and critical speed- uses of DC generators.Basic electro magnetic laws- EMF generation in a rotating machine- production of torque- concepts of electric machines- common features of electric machines- types of electrical machines- torque balance- power losses and efficiency- methods of ventilation and cooling machines.DC motor principle- back emf- voltage equation- torque equation- Types of motors- motor characteristics for DC shunt, series and compound motors. Factors controlling motor speed- methods of speed control of shunt, series and compound motors. Starting of DC motors- Starters Types and necessity.Principle and working of a practical generator and construction details- commutator assembly- emf equation- classification of generators based on methods of excitations, Armature windings- equalizer connections.Testing of DC motors- losses in DC machines- determination of efficiency- Swineborne test- advantages and disadvantages.
PART .I ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING > RENEWABLE SOURCES OF ENERGY
Sec 5
Concepts of ocean energy- concepts of wave energy- methods hybrid cycles- physical principles- fixed devices and floating devices.Conventional sources of energy- non conventional source of energyDescription of photovoltaic effect- Electro characteristics- Application of solar energy devices.Wind energy basics- classifications- wind energy turbines- conversion of wind energy to electrical energy brief idea. Application of wind energy devices.
PART III . Facts about India
Sec 6
Demography- Economic and Social Development-Poverty Alleviation-Economy and Planning- EtcGeography of India- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – EtcHistory of India- Period from 1857 to 1947- National Movement- Etc.
PART .I ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING > DESIGN ESTIMATING AND COSTING
Sec 7
Define estimate- essential elements- calculation of conductor size- current rating of copper and aluminium cables- simple core- wiring accessories- layout preparation, wiring, diagram and estimates for house, office building, schools, cinema theatre.Define installation scheme for 2 large industry.Define terms used in illumination- Laws of illumination- various lighting schemes- illumination level for various places- space height ratio- utilization factor- Depreciation factor- Maintenance factor- Design of lighting schemes for various rooms- arrangements of lamps- design of flood lighting schemes. Types of lamps- incandescent- gas filled lamps, advantages over vacuum lamps- types of gases used- Arc lamps- Principle and uses- Hlaogen lamps- CFL working and uses- discharge lamps- sodium lamps- HMPV and LMPV lamps- neon lamps- fluorescent lamps and the field application of each.Designs of ratings of back- up fuse, ACBS, MCCB, busbar, cables, capacitor banks, generator, change over mechanism, transformer etc as per rules.Earthing- purpose- I. S. rules regarding earthing- Types of earthing, rules regarding power circuit wiring- estimates and cost of materials regarding wiring pump set in single phase and three- phase systems- estimation and costing of control panel and wiring of small workshops- estimate and costing of service connection wiring using U G cables and O H lines. Mechanical aspects of O H lines- electrical aspects of O H lines, Types of U G cables.Extension of overhead lines- estimate and cost for extending single phase low tension distribution lines- three phase distribution lines- street lighting using O H lines- U G cables- estimate and costing of 11 kV OH line extension.Sub-station- I E rules regarding spacing of conductor- distance from building etc- materials used for erecting 11 kV sub-station- preparation of the distribution sub- station- 4 pole mounted sub- station- P length mounted sub- stations.
PART .I ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING > UTILIZATION OF ELECTRICAL POWER
Sec 8
Electric drives- classification of electric drives- group, individual and multimotor drives- matching the drive with load- basic classes of duty- continuous- short time- intermittent periods duty, selection of electric drives- steel mills, paper mills, cement mills.Electric traction- system of electric traction- direct electric traction- diesel electric traction- merits and demerits- factors affecting specific energy consumption.Mechanical features of electric motor- frame size- relation between speed and frame size- types of enclosures.Traction motors- DC and AC motors- properties and characteristics- control of DC motors- series parallel control systems of electric traction- DC single and three phase systems of supply- brief description.Electric heating and welding- advantages and types of electric heating- properties of resistance heating materials- design of heating elements- Resistance ovens- methods of temperature controls.Electric welding- types- resistance welding- spot welding- pre welding- seam welding- electric arc welding- electrical properties of negative resistance- types of arc welding- requirements of welding generators and transformers- use of reactor for control of welding current- third brush and bipolar welding generators- description.Induction heating- Principle- factors affecting induction heating- induction furnace- coren type and core less type- high frequency eddy current heating- dielectric heating- equivalent circuit- loss angle application of dielectric heating- Arc furnace- direct and indirect types.
PART .I ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING > GENERATION, TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION, SWITCH GEAR AND PROTECTION
Sec 9
Electrical power generation-economic power-power factor improvement-transmission line elements-underground cables-sag in transmission lines-distribution system(ac and dc)Short circuit current calculation and fuses-circuit breakers-relays-protection of alternators, transformers, transmission line- earthing and lightning arresters
PART IV. Facts about Kerala
Sec 10
Geographical Facts- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – EtcBrahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V.T.Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, EtcRenaissance of Kerala
PART .I ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING > AC MACHINE, TRANSFORMERS, ELECTRICAL MEASUREMENT AND MEASURING INSTRUMENT
Sec 11
Synchronous generator-characteristics and parallel operation of alternators-voltage regulation-synchronous motors -single phase induction motors -fractional horse power motors-transformer principle-testing of transformers-special purpose transformers-principles of induction motors-speed control of induction motors-theory of measuring instrument-measurement of power and energy-measurement of R,L,C-commercial measuring instrument-CRO and transducers
Technical
100 Marks
Mechanic
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Mechanic in Kerala Agro Machinery Corporation Ltd.
120m
3s
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WORKSHOP CALCULATION AND SCIENCE
Sec 1
AlgebraForcesFrictionHeat and TemperatureMass, Weight, Density and Relative DensityMensurationMoment and LeverPercentageRatio and ProportionSimple FractionSimple MachinesTrigonometryWork, Power, Energy
MOTOR MECHANIC / TRACTOR MECHANIC / MECHANIC / AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY
Sec 2
Brake SystemClutchCompression Ignition EngineCooling SystemEngineEngine ComponentsFluid Fly WheelFuel Supply SystemGear BoxLubricating SystemShock AbsorbersSteering GeometryVankel Engine and Turbine
FITTER
Sec 3
Cutting Tools and OperationsGaugesHand ToolsHYDRAULICSJIG AND FIXTURES – FERROUS AND NON FERROUS METALS – CAST IRON – WROUGHT IRON – STEEL – ALLOYS – NON METALS – Heat Treatment – Forging – Sheet Metal Work – Welding – Pipe and pipe fittingLIMITS AND FITS – SURFACE FINISH – GEOMETRICAL TOLERANCE –SURFACE FINISHING OPERATIONSLUBRICATION – COOLANTS – GENERAL MAINTENANCEMarking and Measuring ToolsMeasuring ToolsPOWER TRANSMISSION – BELT – GEAR – CLUTCHES – BEARINGS – CAMScrew thread and Fasteners
Technical
100 Marks
Electrician Grade-II
The Kerala Public Service Commission recruits for the post of Electrician Grade II in various departments like Printing.
90m
2s
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ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 1
Basic Electrical Engineering : Basic Atomic structure - Electron theory -Electric current - Potential Difference - Resistance - Law of resistance - Ohm's Law -Classification of Electrical materials - Conductors - Insutators and semi conductors - Insulating materials used in electrical equipment - types, grades and size of insulated wires and cables - use of Standard wire gauge . Selection of cables for electrical engineering applications. Introduction to different types of solders and fluxes. Use of soldering iron and Crimping tools.Electrical Instruments: Electrical instruments for AC and DC measurement. Moving coil and Moving iron Instruments - Basic working principle of Ammeter, Volt meter, Wattmeter, energy meter, clip -on Type meter- use of megger insulation tester.Electrical Motors: Basic Principle of operation-AC and DC Motors-Types-Squirrel Cage Induction Motor, Slip-ring Induction Motor, Synchronous Motor (Basic Principle of operation only)Electrical safety precautions: Use, care and maintenance of different Hand tools used in electrical engineering Laboratory and work shop- First Aid PracticesElectrical Wiring: Electrical signs Letters and symbols approved as per IE rules - specification of common electrical accessories used in electrical engineering lab and workshop- Its specifications. Electrical accessories used in wiring - specifications - simple house wiring, stair case wiring. Hospital wiring, Go Down wiring - Wiring of control panels - Main Board wiring - Electrical circuits and sub circuits. Use of fuse - Different types of Fuses and Cut out -Kit Kat fuse - HRC Fuses - Neutral Links - Circuit breakers used in wiring of Installations - Miniature circuit breakers - Earthing - Earth resistance - types of earthing used in electrical installations - specification and standards of earthing - use of earth tester.Sources of Electrical Energy: Brief description of different sources of electrical energy- Alternators and DC generators (brief descriptions only)- Different types of Generators in AC and DC generation of electricity. Transformers - Types - Basic principle of operation. Electrolysis : Faraday's Law of Electrolysis - Practical Application of electrolysis- Lead Acid Cell -maintenance of Lead Acid Cells.
FACTS ABOUT INDIA & FACTS ABOUT KERALA
Sec 2
FACTS ABOUT INDIA- Geography of" India - Physical Features - Climate - Soils - Rivers -Famous Sites - Etc. - Demography - Economic and Social Development-Poverty Alleviation - Economy and Planning- Etc. -History of India - Period from 1857 to 1947 - National Movement - Etc.FACTS ABOUT KERALA- Geographical Facts - Physical Features - Climate - Soils - Rivers -Famous Sites - Etc.Ayya VaikundarAyyankaliBlessed Kuriakose Elias ChavaraBrahmananda Swami SivayogiChattampi SwamiDr.PalpuImportant Events/Movements/LeadersKumaranasanMannathu PadmanabhanPandit KaruppanPoikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru)SreeNarayana GuruThycaud AyyaV.T.BhattathirippadVagbhatanandaVakkom Moulavi
Technical
100 Marks
OVERSEER GR-I (ELECTRICAL)
Overseer Grade 1 (Electrical) in Kerala KTDC is a technical post responsible for the supervision and execution of electrical works related to the construction and maintenance of KTDC's properties and infrastructure.
120m
5s
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Electronics and Operational amplifier
Sec 1
Amplifier- classification, working, circuit diagram and application.Binary- addition, subtraction and division.BCD additionFlip flop -circuit, and clocked flip -Hops circuits.Logic gates- basic logic gates, verification of Truth table. Boolean algebra, axioms and postulates, universal logical gates. K- Map, Dc Morgan's theorem, half adder, full adder. multiplexing and demultiplexing.Multi Vibrates- types, circuit diagram and application.Number system- conversion of decimal, octal and hexa decimal in to binary and vice versa.Operational amplifier - working, characteristic and applications.Oscillator - negative feed back.concept of Barhusins's criteria, types,.Systems of signed binary number- true magnitude form. 1 "s complement. 2,s complementTransistor-characteristics, configuration and application..equivalent circuits .h- parameters
Machines
Sec 2
DC machines -generator types, construction, emf equation, windings, characteristics armature reaction, commutation, trouble shooting and application.DC motor-voltage equation, speed and torque, starting methods speed control, starters.Induction motor- Squirrel cage and slip ring , principle and operation, slip, rotor current frequency and rotor emf.Speed control-starting methods, starters and applications.Synchronous Generator- construction- salient pole & non salient pole, excitation methods. emf equation, .armature reaction, armature reactance, leakage reactance, circle diagram Vector diagram, voltage regulation, cooling system.Synchronous Motor- methods of starting, characteristic, application, Phaser diagram. hunting.Torque- equation, max torque, characteristics, power stages, equivalent circuits.Transformer-single phase and three phase-equivalent circuits, phasor diagrams, tests. regulation and efficiency, connections, parallel operation, autotransformer-principle.
Measurements & Estimating
Sec 3
Digital instruments- Digital voltmeter, digital multimeter, and cathode ray oscilloscope (CRO).wave analyser, spectrum analyserElectrical measuring Instruments -Function, terms and definitions. Principle of operation. construction and application. Instruments used for current, voltage, power, power factor, frequency and energy measurements.Illumination- terms and definitions, laws of illumination, lighting schemes, design and calculation. Bus-bar design, industrial electrification.IS code and I E rule.Lamps- different types, construction, connection diagram .working, applications.Transducers and gauges- semiconductor strain gauge, LVDT, burden tube, capacitor transducer, piezo electric transducer, bellows.
Power system
Sec 4
Distribution- systems, over head-Radial, ring. & inter connected.Electric Braking- Methods, advantages and applications.Electrical welding- principle and types.Power Generation- Types-hydel, thermal, nuclear, layouts, sight selection, advantages and disadvantages of different systems.Protection -primary and secondary, fuses - terms and definitions, types. Circuit breaker-.principle, operation and types. Protection of alternator, transmission line and neutral earthing.Traction- terms, definitions, speed time characteristic, tractive effort, efficiency.Transmission -line constants, line insulators, string efficiency, sag, skin, corona and Ferranti effect and DC transmission system. Cables-terms and definitions, types.Utilisation -electric heating- materials advantages, types, devices.
Power Electronics and Microcontroller
Sec 5
Electric Drives- DC, single phase, semi converter, single full converter, and single phase duel converter.Micro controller-8051 microcontrollers features, block diagram, architecture, register structure, special function registers, internal and external memory, pin details, ports, counters and timers in 8052. Serial I/O s, associated registers, interrupts.PLC- applications, importance, block diagram, operation, types of PLC s, programming methods, ladder diagram.Speed control of 3 phase induction- stator control, voltage and frequency.UJT, FET, Diac, Triac, SCR - principle, construction, operation and characteristic,
Technical
100 Marks
Child Development Project Officer
The Kerala Public Service Commission recruits Child Development Project Officers (Women only) in the Women and Child Development Department.
90m
6s
#kerala-psc#child-development#social-work#home-science#psychology
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P S Y C H O L O G Y
Sec 1
Neurons, parts of neurons, nerve impulses- synapse, neurotransmitters, neural networks, cerebral hemispheres, hemispheric specialization, lobes, fore brain, mid brain, hind brain, endocrine system, hormones and behaviour, handedness, limbic system - hippocampus, amygdale. Evolution, Genes and Behaviour.The life span perspective, Methods of studying development, prenatal and perinatal development, Theories of human development: Freud - psychosexual development, Erickson - psychosocial development, learning theory-Pavlov, skinner, Bandura, Piaget, Bronfenbrenner. Piaget - cognitive development, Vygotsky's socio cultural theory, Kohlberg - moral development, Bowlby - attachment theory, language development, Infancy, babyhood, early childhood, late childhood, puberty and adolescence. Developmental disabilities - mental retardation, autism, learning disabilitiesPsychology, Psychology as a science, methods of psychology, psychological perspectives, sensory processes, perception- attention, perceiving distance, perceiving depth, perceptual organization, perceptual constancies, illusion. Memory -theories, sensory memory, working memory, long term memory, short term memory, improving memory. Thinking - process, concepts, problem solving, decision making, creative thinking. Intelligence - concept, nature and nurture controversy, theories, measurement.Motivation - concept, biological basis of motivation, theories of motivation, biological and psychosocial motives. Emotion - concepts, biological basis of emotion, theories of emotion, types of emotion. Stress - Characteristics, psychological reaction to stress, physiological reaction to stress, psychological factors and stress response, coping skills, and managing stress.Psychoanalytic theory- personality structure, defence mechanisms, Neo Freudian approaches, type and trait approaches, learning and behavioural approach, humanistic approach, personality assessment. Abnormal behaviour, normality, abnormality, classification, psychological disorders of childhood and adolescence- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, anxiety disorders of childhood and adolescence, childhood depression, child abuse, enuresis, encopresisSocial psychology, Socialization - agents of childhood socialization, process of socialization, outcome of socialization, Social cognition, social perception - attribution, impression formation, Attitudes -attitudes and behaviour, attitude formation, attitude change, prejudice and discrimination, social influence - conformity, prosocial behaviour, aggression, group, leader- leadership
H O M E S C I E N C E
Sec 2
Fundamentals of growth and development, prenatal development, child birth maternal and infant mortality, early stimulation, physical, motor, language, emotional, social, moral and intellectual development from Infancy to early childhood. Common childhood ailments, immunization organizations and programmes for child welfare in India, the rights of childrenNutrition and national development, prevalence of mal nutrition in India, strategies to overcome mal nutrition, nutrition intervention programmes, role of national and international organization to combat malnutrition, nutrition education, food production, food adulteration, food toxins , control of food losses, supplementary foods, use of novel proteins, processing of different infant weaning food, food fortificationExtension education, definition, meaning, principles, Elements of teaching- learning process principles of teaching learning process, community development programmes-meaning principles and philosophy, Panchayath Raj administration, voluntary organizations in rural development, poverty alleviation and employment generation programmes, National and state schemes for increasing food production programmes. Audio visual Aids- place and role of audio visual aids, classification of audio visual aids.Food groups and recommended allowances, nutrition in pregnancy and lactation, infancy, pre school, school age, and adolescence Assessment of the nutritional status of the different age groups in the community. Deficiency diseases- their causes and prevention. Protein energy malnutrition, mineral deficiencies , vitamin deficiencies and hyper vitaminosisTypes of pre school, values of nursery school education, aims and objectives of nursery school. The requisites of an ideal nursery school, physical set up, the personnel, the administration, the equipments in a nursery school , Method of teaching preschoolers, curriculum for all round development of pre school children- types of play, stories, puppet shows, development of Routine skills and habit, sensory training, concept formation. The formal 'Rs' and readiness for school, simple ideas of health and hygiene PTA , its importance.Programme development- meaning, scope and principles, programme development cycle and its components. felt need and unfelt needs Plan of work, programme implementation . infrastructure-involving local infrastructure with specific reference to organizations and leaders. Evaluation -meaning and purpose, indicators of development. Population education -nature scope and importance, sources of population data census, vital statistics, demographic variable- population problems, population and development education, adolescent health, reproductive health care, gender and development Family life and responsible parenthood, quality of life, social issues- alcoholism, suicide etc.Meaning of research , types of research, problem identification, sources of problem, research design, review of literature/primary and secondary data, hypothesis, variable, selecting the research approach, techniques and tools, identifying the population and selecting the sample, pilot study. Administration of the tool and data collection, organization, analysis and interpretation of data. Preparation of research report.
FACTS ABOUT INDIA
Sec 3
Demography- Economic and Social Development-Poverty Alleviation-Economy and Planning- EtcGeography of India- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – EtcHistory of India- Period from 1857 to 1947- National Movement- Etc.
FACTS ABOUT KERALA
Sec 4
Geographical Facts- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – EtcBrahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V.T.Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, EtcRenaissance of Kerala
S O C I A L W O R K
Sec 5
Human Behaviour, Human Needs, Human Motivation and Problems of Human Behaviour and Coping Mechanisms.Human Growth and Development in the Lifespan of Individual. Learning, Socialisation and Theories of Personality.Social Work process- generalist social work practice Social case work: definition, principles, process, components, models Social group work: definition, principles, process, models Community organisation: definition, principles, process, models Social work research: scope, designs-experimental-programme evaluation-qualitative v/s quantitative, descriptive statistics Social Welfare administration: definition, elements of administration Social Action: definition, scope, examplesConcept and Scope, Distinction between Social and Economic Policies, Place of Ideology and Values.Evolution of Social Policy in India; Review of Major Policies and Programs, viz., Education, Health, Shelter, Environment, Social Security, Employment, Family, Child, Women and Youth Welfare, Welfare of the Weaker Sections, Elderly and Disabled.Social Work, Social service, Social Reform, Social Welfare, Social Policy, Social Action, Social Legislation, Social Defence and Social Education. Identification of Social Work as a Profession, Values & principles of Social Work, Methods and functions of Social work, Major contributions in the field of social work- books, authors and conceptsSystem Approach to Social Work Practice; Role of Social Work in the Remedial, Preventive and Developmental Models.
S O C I O L O G Y
Sec 6
August Comte Law of three stages, positivismHerbert Spencer Theory of evolution, Organic analogyKarl Marx Theory of class struggle, Economic determinismDowry - meaning and definition, problems related to dowry in Indian societyPoverty - meaning, poverty in underdeveloped and developing countriesTerrorism - meaning, effect of terrorism in Indian societyConcept of marriage definition, types of marriage in traditional times, functionsFamily - definition, types of family functions of family in traditional times - changing functionsSocial control - definition and meaning, formal and informal social controlSocial stratification- definition ,meaning, caste and classSocialization - agents of socialization -family, peer group, school, mass media etc.Women in working force- in organized and unorganized sector, economic and political empowerment, programmes of Indian government for the development of women.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in Geology
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Lecturer in Geology in the Collegiate Education Department.
90m
10s
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Module VI
Sec 1
Application of remote sensing data in geomorphology, environmental studies, land use, land cover studies; mineral and ground water explorationDarcy's law and aquifer parametersElements of aerial photo interpretationGeographic Information system—Fundamental concepts and components.-applications in GeologyGeophysical methodsGraphical representation of groundwater quality dataGround water prospectingHydrogeological properties and classification of rocksMicrowave remote sensingMovement of groundwaterPrinciples of aerial and satellite remote sensingQuality of groundwater Physical, chemical propertiesRainwater harvesting and other method ground water recharge and conservationSea water intrusion and Ghyben- Herzberg principleTypes of aquifersTypes of remote sensingUse of Remote sensing for ground water explorationWell hydraulics: aquifer test and pumping test
Module II
Sec 2
Application of thermodynamics in GeochemistryConcept of symmetry in crystalsConoscopic study of minerals, interference figures and optic sign and optic axial angleDefinition of mineral, megascopic identification of mineralsDetermination of pleochroic schemeGeochemical distribution of elements- Geochemical cycle and classificationImportant crystal systems in crystallographyImportant optical properties under open and crossed nicols - refractive index, birefringence, interference colours, dichroism and pleochroismIsomorphism and polymorphismPrinciples and methods of isotope datingPrinciples of X-Ray crystallographyUniaxial and biaxial minerals, and indicatrices
Module I
Sec 3
Atmospheric, terrestrial and marine pollutionChanging concepts of waste and their disposalCoastal Geomorphology and hill slope processesGeomorphic agents and processes-Fluvial Geomorphology- Morphometric analysis: elements and parametersGeomorphology of Kerala Role of Gelogists in environmental studiesHistorical development, fundamental concepts and scope of Geomorphology-Different models of evolution of landscapeMan & Environment - Natural and anthropogenic Environmental hazards/disasters and their managementWeathering – Type, Processes and products, Factors of soil formation – Soil profile
Module IV
Sec 4
Classification of folds and their recognition in the fieldCode of Stratigraphic Nomenclature and Modern stratigraphic classificationCretaceous rocks of Trichinopoly - Deccan TrapsFaults: terminology and classificationFoliation and LineationFossls and fossilizationHistorical development and principles of stratigraphyImportant Pre-Cambrian formations of India with special reference to Karnataka and Kerala- Cuddapah and Vindhyan SupergroupMajor geological events during different periods of earth's historyMicropalaeontology: Techniques in collection, separation and preparationMorphology and evolution of Fishes, Amphibians, Reptiles and MammalsOrigin and evolution of lifePalaeoecology and stratigraphic significance of Foraminifera and OstracodaPetrofabric analysisPlalynology: classification and applicationsPlate Tectonics , Continental drift, Polar wandering and Sea Floor SpreadingPre-Cambrian stromatolites, classification and morphologyPrinciples of geological mapping and map readingRock deformation: concept of stress and strainStratigraphy of KeralaTrends in the evolution of Brachiopoda, Cephalopoda, Trilobita and Graptozoa
Module III
Sec 5
Classification of igneous rocks – textures and structuresFactors, concepts and kinetics of metamorphism- metamorphic grades, zones and raciesFormation and evolution of magma- Bowen's Reaction Principle and SeriesGenetic significance of textures and structures of metamorphic rocks—Mineral parageneses—ACF & AKF diagramsPetrography and petrogenesis of Kimberlites, Carbonatites, Anorthosites, Basalts, Alkaline Rocks, and GranitesPetrogrphy and petrogenesis of charnockites, gneisses, migmatities, ecologites, schists and amphibolitesPhase Diagrams: Binary and Ternary SystemsSandstones and limestones- Provenance studiesStatistical analysis of grain size parameters and their geological significanceStructures and textures of sedimentary rocks- classification of sedimentary rocks
Module V
Sec 6
Classification of Mineral depositsCoal Geology: classification, petrography and distribution in IndiaControls of ore localizationFundamentals of ore dressingGeochemical, geobotanical and radiometric methodsMetallogenic Epochs and ProvincesMethods/Guides to Mineral prospecting; exploratory workings; pitting, trenching and drillingMining terminology, Alluvial, Opencast, underground, coal, and deep sea mining methodsOre deposits associated with mafic and ultramafic complexesOre reserve estimationPetroleum Geology: origin, migration and accumulation of petroleum and natural gasPetroliferous basins of IndiaSampling methodsStratabound and stratiform ore depostsVarious methods of geophysical exploration
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 7
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRSNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyako yi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghesc Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories, printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
MODULE -VII
Sec 8
Recent development in Geology
PART IV
Sec 9
Methods of researchPaper, article, workshop, seminar, conference and symposiumResearch EthicsResearch: Meaning, Characteristics and typesSteps of researchThesis writing: its characteristics and formatEvaluation systemsFactors affecting teachingLearner's characteristicsMethods of teachingTeaching aidsTeaching: Nature, objectives, characteristics and basic requirements
PART III
Sec 10
Amendment Provisions of the ConstitutionCentre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and FinancialEmergency ProvisionsExecutive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional AuthoritiesFundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental DutiesSalient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the ConstitutionServices under the Union and the StatesSocial Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Engineer (Soil Conservation)
The Kerala Public Service Commission recruits Assistant Engineers (Soil Conservation) for a gazetted officer position in the Soil Survey and Soil Conservation Department.
75m
3s
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GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS
Sec 1
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
PART II
Sec 2
Basic soil properties and their inter-relationship - Index properties of soils – Particle size distribution characteristics of soils by sieve analysis and hydrometer analysis – Atterberg limits – Classification of a soil as per Indian Standards using Plasticity chart – Engineering properties of soils – Permeability- Methods of laboratory determination – Permeability of layered soil deposits – Effective stress principle – Shear strength of soils – Mohr's circle of stress – Laboratory determination of shear parameters of soils by direct shear test, unconfined compression test, triaxial test and vane shear test – UU, CU and CD tests – Consolidation of soils – Determination of magnitude of consolidation settlement – Determination of time rate of consolidation settlement– Compaction of soils – Procedure and specifications of Indian Standard Light and Heavy compaction tests – Field compaction control -Soil exploration – Various stages in planning an exploration program – Guidelines in fixing spacing and depth of bore holes – Different methods of Boring – Standard Penetration test and static cone penetration test on soils - Geophysical Methods – Seismic refraction and electrical resistivity methods – Soil sampling – Factors affecting sample disturbance and methods to ensure obtaining of good quality samples – Bearing capacity of soils – Terzaghi's method for determination of safe bearing capacity – Effect of water table on bearing capacity – Settlement of soils – Computation of elastic settlement – Concept of active and passive states – Determination of total active and passive earth pressures – Effect of water table, surcharge and layering on active and passive earth pressures – Stability of slopes – Friction circle method – Use of stability charts for slope stability analysis under various field situations – Soil improvement methods – Principle of preloading with drains – concept of reinforced earth – Stress distribution in soils – Boussinesq's theory – Equivalent point load method – Vertical stress in soils due to loaded areas of different shapes.Surveying and levelling - Measurement of distance and area – Chain surveying- Theory of errors – Types – Weighting of observations – Most probable value – Methods of traversing – Checks in closed traverse – Traverse computations – Balancing the traverse – Plane table surveying – Theodolite surveying – Computation of areas and volumes – Electromagnetic distance measurement – Principles – Types of instruments – Distomat – Total Station – Parts of a Total Station – Principles and field procedures – Errors in Total Station Survey – Good practices in using Total Station – Geographic Information System – Components of GIS – GIS Data, Database Management Systems.Tractors and Power tillers:Type, selection, maintenance and repair of tractors and power tillers; tractor clutches and brakes; power transmission systems – gear trains, differential, final drives and power take-off; mechanics of tractor chassis; traction theory; three point hitches-free link and restrained link operations; mechanical steering and hydraulic control systems used in tractors; tractor tests and performance. Human engineering and safety in design of tractor and other soil conservation implements.Fluid Mechanics – Properties of fluids – Measurement of fluid pressure – Total pressure and centre of pressure on plane surfaces – Buoyancy – Metacentric height – Fundamentals of fluid flow – Types of fluid flow -Continuity equation – Flow nets and its applications – Bernoulli's equation – Venturi meter, orifice meter,Pitot Tube -Flow through orifices and mouth pieces – Flow over notches and weirs – Flow through pipes – Head loss in pipes due to friction – Major and minor losses in pipes – Hydraulic grade line energy grade line – Flow in open channels - Most economical section of different forms of channels – Critical depth of channel – Hydrology – Hydrological cycle – Measurement of rainfall – Runoff estimation – Unit hydrograph theory and application – stream flow measurement – Flood routing – soil and water erosion – Mechanics of soil erosion – Factors affecting soil erosion – measures to control erosion – Earthen dams – rainwater harvesting structures – check dams - Watershed management.Water requirement of crops; consumptive use and evaportranspiration; measurement of infiltration, soil moisture and irrigation water, Irrigation Water Conveyance and application Methods: Design of irrigation channels and underground pipelines; irrigation scheduling surface , sprinkler and micro irrigation methods, design and evaluation of irrigation methods; irrigation efficiencies. Agricultural Drainage: Drainage coefficient ;planning, design and layout of surface and sub-surface drainage systems;leaching requirement and salinity control; irrigation and drainage water quality and reuse. Wells and Pumps: Types of wells, steady flow through wells; classification of pumps; pump characteristics;pump selection and installation.Design and selection of machine elements – gears, pulleys, chains and sprockets and belts; overload safety devices used in farm machinery; measurement of force, torque, speed, displacement and acceleration on machine elements. Farm Machinery: Soil tillage;forces acting on a tillage tool; hitch systems and hitching of tillage implements; functional requirements, principles of working, construction and operation of manual, animal and power operated equipment for tillage, sowing , planting, inter-cultivation, mowing, testing of agricultural machinery and equipment; calculation of performance parameters – field capacity, efficiency, application rate and losses;cost analysis of implements and tractors.Sources of power on the farm – human, animal, mechanical, electrical , wind , Solar and biomass; bio-fuels. Farm Power: Thermodynamic principles of I.C engines; I.C.engine cycles; engine components; fuels and combustion;lubricants and their properties; I.C engine systems – fuel, cooling, lubrication, ignition, electrical, intake and exhaust; selection , operation, maintenance and repair of I.C engines;power efficiencies and measurement; calculation of power, torque , fuel consumption, heat load and power losses.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 3
Awakening Through LiteratureSocio-Religious reform MovementsStruggles and Social RevoltsLeaders Of RenaissanceLiterary FiguresRole Of Press In RenaissanceTowards A New SocietyWomen And Social ChangeSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSocial Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering
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Syllabus Explorer
Basic Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Civil Engineering Materials & Construction Technology
Sec 2
Aggregates: Sand: Sources of sand – River sand, Sea sand and pit sand – Limitations of mining of sand from rivers and sea shore – M-sand, alternatives of sand.Aluminium: Aluminium sections used for building construction – Hand rail and baluster.Bricks: Raw materials used – composition of brick earth, manufacturing methods – IS specifications of bricks – characteristics of good brick used for building purpose.Building Components: Arches – Types, terms used.Building Components: Ceiling: Materials used for Ceiling – False ceiling.Building Components: Ceiling: Types, Requirements of good ceiling, selection of materialsBuilding Components: Different components of building from foundation to roof and their functionsBuilding Components: Doors and Windows: Positioning of Doors and windows with respect to lighting and ventilation – Types and Size – Special types of doors – Flush, Revolving, and collapsible, Rolling and Sliding – Windows – Different types – Ventilator Different types – Fittings for doors and windows.Building Components: Flooring: Requirements of a good floor – materials used for flooring, Floor finishes – Types – Mosaic, Marble, Granite, Ceramic tiles, Vitrified tiles, Glass, Wooden, and other types of modern floor finishes.Building Components: Foundations: Functions, Classification, Shallow-deep, Types – spread footing – raft-mat-column footing – pile foundation – well foundation.Building Components: Lift and escalators – Component parts and requirements as per NBCBuilding Components: Lintels and sunshades: Types of lintels – Wooden, Stone, brick, RCC and RSJ lintels – Sunshades – Canopy and sun breakers.Building Components: Requirements of good floor finish, Selection of materialsBuilding Components: Roof: Definition – importance of roofing with respect to climatic conditions – classification – pitched and flat – Coupled, closed coupled and collar roof. Different types of trusses for pitched roof – wood and steel trusses – roof covering for pitched roof – AC sheets, GI corrugated sheets. Aluminium sheets – PVC sheets – method of arranging and fixing to the battens rafters and purlins – RCC roof – slab with beams – flat and sloped slabs – Flat slab construction – weather proof course to flat roof.Building Components: Stairs and staircases: Location – types – standards for staircase as per KBR – Tread, Rise, Going, Riser, Nosing – width of stair – Head room – Flight – Landing – Hand rails.Building Components: Vertical Transportation: Staircases, Lifts and Escalators – Planning and location – component Parts of staircase and lift – Types of staircaseCement Concrete: Plain concrete – Water cement ratio – Ingredients and proportioning methods characteristics – preparation – workability – Tests on Cement concrete – Laboratory tests and field tests – Slump test, compaction factor test – Qualities of water used for mixing, Reinforced cement concrete – qualities of materials – Types of reinforcement used – Characteristics of reinforcing material – waterproofing compounds.Cements: Composition, Compounds present, manufacturing methods – characteristics of cement, Types of cement – properties of each – characteristics of cement – Tests on cement – consistency test, fineness test, Specific Gravity test, setting time test, Soundness test.Coarse aggregates: Materials generally used, requirements of good coarse aggregates, commonly, used sizes for different applications.Construction Machinery: Concrete Machinery – concrete mixers – classification – ready mix plants – compaction machinery – vibrators – Lifting and hoisting machineries – pumps – types – uses.Construction Machinery: Earth moving equipments – crawler and wheel tractors – bulldozers – uses – operation of power shovels – selection – output of power shovel – Drag-lines – types – operations – output of Drag lines – output of hoes.Construction Management: Construction Planning: Construction stages – construction operation – schedule – procurement of labour, material and equipment – programme of work – objectives of programming – job layout – bar chart and flow process chart – work study – critical path method – preparation of network diagram – critical path and calculation of Float times. Scheduling by PERT. Comparison between PERT and CPM.Construction Management: Contracts: Legality of contracts, types of contracts - piecework contracts, lump sum contracts, item rate contract, percentage contract – negotiated rates – departmental execution of works – piecework system – merits and demerits of each contract system.Construction Management: Estimates – preliminary estimate – detailed estimate – budget provision – Administrative sanction and technical sanction – powers of sanctionConstruction Management: Execution of Works: Permanent and work charged establishments – specifications – enforcement of specifications – inspection by officials – quality control – supervision – sampling and testing of materials. Regulation of departmental labour muster roll and causal labour roll – out turn – plant capacities and hire chargesConstruction Management: Introduction to Construction Management: Need for construction management – factors involved in Construction management.Construction Management: Measurement of Works – Measurement book – Rules to be followed in recording measurements – pre-measurements and check measurements – contractor’s acceptance of measurement.Construction Management: Payment of Bills: Types of bills – first and final bills – preparation of bills – running account bills – modes of payment – hand receipts – checking of bills – recoveries to be made from bill – contractors ledger – imprest account – works register – works account and abstractConstruction Management: Preliminary planning and organizational aspects importance of planning – site investigation – Feasibility report – collection of data and preparation of project report – different organizations – Engineering department organizational structure of PWD – and responsibilities – Role of various officers – (over seer, AE, A Ex E, EE, SE, CE)Construction Management: Tender and Tender notices: Necessity of tenders – sealed tenders – tender notice, tender document – Earnest money and security deposit – opening of tenders – scrutiny of tenders – comparative statements – selection of contractors – negotiation, acceptance of tender, work order – contract agreement – conditions of contract.Construction Technology: Brick masonry: Different types of bonds for walls, piers and junctions of walls for equal and unequal thickness – English, Flemish (Single and Double Flemish) – Specification for brick masonry as per relevant codes.Construction Technology: Damp proof courses: Definition of dampness – causes and effects – methods of prevention – surface treatment – internal water proofing courses.Construction Technology: Form work: Functions – materials used – requirements of good form work – modern trends in material & technology – slip forms.Construction Technology: Hollow block masonry: Types of hollow blocks used in construction and methods of construction – Advantages and Disadvantages with reference to other types of masonry. Solid block masonry and inter locking block masonry.Construction Technology: Masonry: Classification – Stone masonry – Brick masonry – Laterite masonry – composite masonry. Different types of stone masonry – General principles and specifications for stone masonry as per relevant codes.Construction Technology: Modern methods of constructions – Framed – Prefabricated – Earthquake resistantConstruction Technology: Partition walls – Types – materials – requirements.Construction Technology: Plastering and Pointing: Materials and proportion – Functions – general specifications – typeConstruction Technology: Pre-stressed concrete: Principle of pre-stressing – Types – Internal & External and different methods – pre-tensioning & post tensioning.Construction Technology: Scaffolding, shoring and under pinning: Definition – purpose and function – requirements – materials usedDoors and windows, Panelling and false ceiling, building façade.Earthenware and stoneware pipes – uses – qualitiesEntrepreneurship and Management: Entrepreneurship – concept – definition, role and expectation – Entrepreneurship in construction related activities. Technocrats – managers – Entrepreneurial Motivation and Development – advantages and disadvantages – List the institutions supporting entrepreneurship and their role.Environmental Hazards & Disasters: (a)Meaning of Environmental hazards, Environmental Disasters and Environmental Stress.Environmental Hazards & Disasters: (b)Concept of Environmental hazards, Environmental stress & Environmental Stress & Environmental Disasters.Environmental Hazards & Disasters: Chemical hazards/disasters: Causes and consequences of release of toxic chemicals, nuclear explosion. Case studies – Minamata tragedy, Bhopal disaster, Chernobyl disaster.Environmental Hazards & Disasters: Emerging approaches in Disaster Management – Three Stages. I.Pre-disaster stage (preparedness) : (a) Preparing hazard zonation maps, Predictability / forecasting & warning. (b) Preparing disaster preparedness plan (c) Land use zoning (d) Preparedness through (IEC) Information, education & Communication.Environmental Hazards & Disasters: Emerging approaches in Disaster Management – Three Stages. II.Emergency Stage (a) Rescue training for search & operation at national & regional level (b) Immediate relief (c) Assessment surveys.Environmental Hazards & Disasters: Emerging approaches in Disaster Management – Three Stages. III.Post Disaster stage – rehabilitation: (a) Political (b) administrative aspect (c) Economic aspect (d) Environmental aspectEnvironmental Hazards & Disasters: Emerging approaches in Disaster Management – Three Stages. Pre-disaster stage (mitigation): (a) Disaster resistant house construction (b) Population reduction in vulnerable areas (c) AwarenessEnvironmental Hazards & Disasters: Types of Environmental hazards & Disasters: (a) Natural hazards and disasters (b) Man induced hazards and Disasters - Causes and Environmental consequences of the flowing natural HAZARDS – Droughts and Floods, Volcanic Eruption, Earthquakes, Landslides, Cyclones, Lightning, Tsunami.Glass – Types – Uses and properties. Glass used for Structural applications.Human Resource Management: Definition – Difference between selection, appointment and recruitment – training of employees – managing men – labour welfares – trade unionsLime: Sources of lime – Classification – methods of manufacturing (Description only)Materials Management: Definition – selection of materials as per standards – Optimum use of materials.Metals: Ferrous metals – Wrought iron, Cast iron, Mild steel – Special steels – High carbon steel, High tensile steel and stainless steel (Properties and uses only) – Non ferrous metals: Aluminium, Copper, Lead, Zinc and titanium – important alloys – Properties and uses.Miscellaneous: Abrasives – Adhesives – asbestos – asphalt – bitumen – cork – Plaster of Paris – insulating materials – fibre glass – thermo Cole wood products – veneers, ply wood, particle board – fibre board, hard board, etc.Mortar: Preparation of lime and cement mortar – Proportions of mortar for various items of work – tests on cement mortar.Ornamental Materials for Finishing: Paints and Varnishes: Types – Constituents – Preparation – characteristics and application.Plastics: Types - characteristics and properties of PVC – uses – limitations of using plasticsPrinciples of Safety in Construction: Causes, effects and prevention of accidents, safety practices in construction – Site Engineers / Supervisor’s role – safety through legislation – precautions during handling of materials occupational hazards and basic guidelines for safety in construction industry.Puzzolana – definition – common Puzzolanas used as admixtures in cementQuality Management: Introduction to quality control and quality assurance system – elements of quality – ISO 9000 and T.Q.M. – Quality systems – Definitions of quality policy, quality management quality system – Indian standards on quality system – ISO 9000 – Merits and demerits.Rubber: Characteristics and properties, uses.Small Scale Industry: Growth – its role in economic development - Understands the requirements of a licensed supervisor, surveyor and contractor - Understand statutory requirements of small scale industry - List the different agencies promoting small scale industries – Assistance Programme for small enterprises.Stores: Classification of stores – materials – heavy plant and machinery – material handling – transport vehicles – inspection of vehicles – tools and plants – materials at site – borrowing and lending of tools and plants – safe custody of stores – procedure of taking delivery from station yards, demurrage – issue of stores materials – indent stock register –periodical inspection of stores verification and accounting of shortage and surplus – write off.Structural Building Materials: Stone – classification – geological, physical and chemical classification – characteristics of good building stone – varieties of stones – granite – trap – basalt – sand stone – Laterite. Values of load bearing capacity of stones. Quarrying of stones – methods – wedging and blasting – explosives used. Dressing of stones. Clay productsTiles: Types of tiles – characteristics – uses – Porcelain and glazed tilesTimber and wood products: Structural classification – soft wood and hard wood – defects in timber – seasoning of timber – preservation of timber
Transportation and Geotechnical Engineering
Sec 3
Airport Engineering: Classification of airport – layout of an airport and locational requirements – airport components – Runway, aprons and taxy way – pattern and layout of runways – selection of site for airport.Docks and Harbours: Requirement and classification – break waters – types, uses – docks.Geometric Design of Highways: Road structure – subsoil, sub grade, foundation course – base and wearing course – highway width for different classification of road – Kerbs, road margin, road formation, right of way – camber- purpose and types – super elevation – definition, formula, minimum and maximum values. Sight distance – different types – gradient – different types – curves – necessity, types – horizontal, vertical and transition – widening of roads on curves, Road drainage – surface drainage and subsurface drainage. Typical cross sections of a national highway in cutting and embankmentGeotechnical Engineering: Bearing capacity – ultimate bearing capacity, safe bearing capacity and allowable bearing pressure – general and local shear failure – Terzaghi’s theory of bearing capacity – effect of water table – plate load test – limitations.Geotechnical Engineering: Compaction of soil – Definition and objectives of compaction – Standard Proctor test and modified proctor test – concept of O.M.C and maximum dry density – Zero air voids line – field compaction methods – factors affecting compaction.Geotechnical Engineering: Deep foundations – Pile foundation – necessity of pile foundation – classification of piles according to materials, mode of transfer of loads, method of installation, use and displacement of soil. Well foundations – shapes of wells and component parts – sell sinking – tilts and shifts – measures for rectification of tilts and shifts.Geotechnical Engineering: Determination of index properties – water content by oven drying method – specific gravity using pycnometer and specific gravity bottle – particle size distribution – sieve analysis, hydrometer method – particle size distribution curve – consistency of soils – liquid limit, plastic limit, shrinkage limit, plasticity index, consistency index – determination of liquid limits, plastic limit & shrinkage limit – shrinkage ratio – field density by sand replacement method and the core cutter method, classification of soils Necessity – I. S. classification.Geotechnical Engineering: Foundations – different types of foundations – proportioning of foundations – rectangular and trapezoidal combined footings – strap footing – Raft foundation.Geotechnical Engineering: Nature of soil and fundamental relationship – Introduction of soil mechanics – soil Engineering – scope of soil engineering – History of development of soil mechanics – Soil types – residual and transported – soil as a three phase system – water content – unit weight of soil mass – bulk unit weight, dry unit weight, unit weight of solids, saturated unit weight, submerged unit weights – specific gravity – void ratio – porosity – degree of saturation – percentage air voids – air content – density index – functional relationships – problems.Geotechnical Engineering: Permeability of soil – Darcy’s law – discharge velocity and seepage velocity – factors affecting permeability – determination of coefficient of permeability – constant head permeability test – falling head permeability test – problems.Geotechnical Engineering: Site investigation and sub-soil exploration – objectives – site recognaissance – site exploration – depth of exploration – number and disposition of pits and boring – general exploration – detailed exploration – methods of site exploration – open excavations – boring methods – auger boring – auger and shell boring – wash boring – percussion boring – rotary boring – soil samples and samplers – disturbed sampling – undisturbed sampling – Standard Penetration Test – Geophysical.Geotechnical Engineering: Soil water – classification – absorbed water – capillary water – stress condition in soil: Effective and neutral pressures – problems.Highway Construction: Earthen Roads – borrow pits, spoil bank, lead and lift, balancing of earth work, construction procedure.Highway Construction: Pavement – objectives, structure, function, types.Highway Construction: Water bound macadam roads – materials used – consistent parts – construction – maintenance Bituminous roads – bitumen, asphalt, emulsion, cut back, tar common grades for construction – types of bituminous surface – prime coat, tack coat, seal coat. Construction and maintenance of Surface dressing – Grouted macadam – Premixed macadam – asphalt concrete – bituminous carpet with pre-coated chips. Hill roads – parts and functions – types of curves – drainage structures.Introduction: Importance of railways – classification of railways based on gaugesIntroduction: Surveys, plans and documents for bridge project – IRC classification of bridges. Selection of site – Alignment of bridge – economical span – determination of water way – afflux and vertical clearance – permissible velocities – scour depth, depth foundation.Investigation for Road Project: Different types of road surveys – Fixing the alignment of road – Factors affecting alignment – Drawings required for road project – key map, index map, preliminary and detailed location survey plan - Longitudinal and cross section.Laying and Maintenance: Plate laying – definition, MethodsPermanent way: Component parts of permanent way – types of Rails – Rail joints – types requirements of good joint, fixtures and fastening – simple type of fish plates, coning of wheel, adzing of sleepers, sleepers – definition – materials used. Ballast – function – materials used. Cross section of a BG single and double line in cutting and embankment.Points and Crossings: Points, crossings, turn out, diamond crossing.Road Engineering: Importance of roads, IRC classification of roads, Classification of urban roadsSignalling and Interlocking: Objectives of signalling, signals types only - modern signalling methods – multiple aspect signalling system – two, three, four aspect system – drooping signals principles of interlocking.Station Yards: Station yard – marshalling yard – goods yard – shunting yard – loco yard.Sub Structure: Different types of piers – abutments (different types) – different types of wing walls – different types of approaches.Super Structure: Descriptive study of different types of bridges – deck, through and semi through bridges – RCC beam bridges – plate girder bridges - steel trussed bridges – arch and bow string girder.Traffic Engineering: Road intersections at grade – grade separators – trumpet and cloverleaf patterns.Traffic Engineering: Traffic volume study – traffic control devices – road signs – signals – traffic islands.Tunnel Engineering: Necessity of tunnels – typical section of tunnels for a national highway and a single and double broad gauge railway track.
Analysis and Design of Structures
Sec 4
Analysis of Trusses: Analysis of truss, determine the magnitude and type of forces in various members of the truss due to loading, using methods of joints – simple problems.Analysis of Trusses: Introduction to method of sections. Introduction to method of resolution of forces by graphical method – Graphical representation of vectors – Bow’s notation.Beams and bending: Calculation of SF and BM for Cantilever, simply supported and overhanging beams and sketching of SF and BM diagrams. Relation between SF and BM. Maximum BM – point of contraflexure.Beams and bending: Classification of beams – cantilever, simply supported, fixed, overhanging and continuous.Beams and bending: Shear force and bending moment – definition and sign conventions.Beams and bending: Types of loading – concentrated, uniformly distributed and uniformly varying load.Centre of Gravity: Definition of centre of gravity (C.G.) – C. G. of plane in the same straight line and those distributed over a plane – Centroid of plane figures – C. G. of solids.Columns and Struts: Strut, column – failure of strut, short and long columns – types of end conditions. Euler’s formula for columns of different end conditions – slenderness ratio – limitations of Euler’s formula – applications. Derivations of Rankine’s formulae from Euler’s formulae – Rankine’s constant for different materials – applicationsContinuous Beams: Continuous beams – statement of the theorem of three moments – BM and SF diagrams for simple, concentrated and u.d. loads.Dams and Retaining Walls: Retaining wall (trapezoidal with earth face vertical without surcharge) – Rankine’s formulae for earth pressure (proof not required) – conditions of stability – minimum base width.Dams and Retaining Walls: Trapezoidal dam with vertical water face – forces acting, intensity of pressure at base, conditions of Stability, minimum base width.Deflection of Beams: Application of the method to problems in simply supported beam with point load, UD load; and combinations of point and UD Load (Symmetrical load only.)Deflection of Beams: Double integration method (Macaulay’s method) of slope and deflection of – cantilever with point load, cantilever with u. d. load, simply supported beam with point load, S. S. Beam with u. d. load – Problems in cantilever and simply supported beams with combinations of point and u.d. load. Calculation of fixed beam with central point load; fixed beam with UD load over whole span using double integration method.Deflection of Beams: Moment area method for slope and deflection of beams – Mohr’s theorems – application of the method to problems in cantilever beams with point load, UD load, and combinations of point and U. D. Load.Deflection of Beams: Strength and stiffness of beam – curvature, slope and deflection – derivation of the differential equation.Design: Check for stiffness as per IS code, Basic i/d ratio, Modification factor, reduction factor for flanged beams, check the deflection of singly reinforced, doubly reinforced and flanged beams, the shear and torsional behaviour in RCC members, Nominal shear stress, maximum shear stress in concrete, permissible shear stress in concrete, Design beams under different loading conditions for shear, bond and anchorage, calculation of development length, check for curtailment of bars in beams, code provisions for lap length.Design: Design compressive stress and strength – discontinuous single / double angle struts – continuous angle struts Design of columns using rolled steel sections with / without cover plates – Lacing and battens – requirements – Description only – (Design of Lacing or battens not necessary).Design: Design of Roof truss – Elements of roof truss – Loads acting with reference to IS code – Design of elements of Roof truss. Design of angle purlins.Design: Design of Steel beams – Plastic moment carrying capacity of section – classification of cross-section Bending strength, shearing strength and deflection limit of laterally supported beam.Design: Design of Steel structures – Introduction to steel design – use of IS: 800, steel tables – strength of bolted and welded connections – Design of members using bolted and welded connection.Design: Design of Tension members – General – Net sectional area of Tension members – effective sectional area of angles / T-sections connected by one leg / flange (welded connections only) – Design of ties using single / Double angles, T-sections and channels. Design of compression members – general – effective length – slenderness ratio reference to IS code.Design: Fundamentals of Plate Girder – parts and function.Design: Properties of materials of RCC as per the latest IS codes – materials for concrete – Grading of aggregate, proportioning and mixing of concrete, bulking of sand, water cement ratio and placing and compaction of concrete and removal of forms – Grades of concrete and their strength – types of steel used in RCC – the permissible stresses in concrete and steel – The concept of Limit State Design, Partial safety factors in Limit State method of Design, values of Partial safety factors with reference to latest IS codes, Principles of Limit State Design, Characteristic load and characteristic strength, stress-strain curve of concrete and steel, assumptions made in the Limit State method of design, neutral axis depth, limiting value of NA, design a simply supported beam and cantilever beams for different loading conditions for flexure, Design doubly Reinforced rectangular beams under different loading conditions. Design of lintels under different loading conditions. Design of flanged beams under different loading conditions (Use S P16).Design: Study the behaviour of slabs. Design of one way slabs simply supported, continuous, cantilever and sunshade, Design of two way slab, simply supported, restrained and different end condition (Design of two way slab by using S P 16 only). Design of staircases under different loading and end conditions. Theory on design of columns, behaviour of short and long columns, Slenderness limit for columns as per IS code, Design the short column for direct load, Design the column for uniaxial bending using SP 16, study of slender columns, Theory of column footing, Design of isolated column footing (SP 16). Introduction on combined footing.Design: The subject of RCC and steel are to be taught in SI units and according to the latest IS Codes eg. IS 456-2000, and SP 16, IS 800-2007, IS 875, IS 801 – 1975 and Steel Tables.Determination of centroid of compound areas and reminders – C. G. of combination of simple solids.Direct and Bending Stresses: Eccentric loading of symmetrical columns (about one axis only) – maximum and minimum stress Limit of eccentricity.Fixed Beams: Fixed beams – advantages, method of finding fixing moments (derivations) BM and SF diagrams for fixed beams under point load and u.d. load (for Symmetrical loading only).Forces and Moments: Definition of force – conditions of Equilibrium of forces – Resolution of forces – Principles of resolution – Resultant of a number of coplanar forces acting at a point.Forces and Moments: Moment of force – types of moments – principle of moments – Determination of reactions of simply supported beams and overhanging beams with point loads and uniformly distributed loads.Friction: Static, dynamic and limiting friction – Laws of friction – Angle of friction – coefficient of friction, angle of repose. Equilibrium of a body on inclined rough surface.Mechanical properties of materials – Elasticity, stiffness, plasticity, toughness, brittleness, ductility, malleability and hardness – Tensile test on ductile material (mild steel bar) and stress strain curve – Compression test on brittle material (cement concrete) and stress strain curve – limit of Proportionality, elastic limit, yield point – ultimate stress – breaking stress – working stress and factor of safety.Moment distribution method: Hardy cross methods of moment distribution – stiffness factor – carry over moment – distribution factor – application to continuous beams and simple portal frames – sketching the SFD and BMD.Moment of Inertia: Definition of rectangular moment of inertia and polar moment of inertia – radius of gyration, parallel axis theorem and perpendicular axis theorem M. I of simple sections, rectangle, triangle, circle, M. I. of composite areas and remainders.Simple Stresses and strains: Stress and strain – types of stresses – Elasticity – Hook’s law – Young’s modulus – stresses and strains in uniform sections of same and composite materials.Strain Energy: Resilience – proof resilience – modulus of resilience – stress and strain when load is applied gradually, suddenly and with impact.Temperature Stresses: Elongation and contraction due to temperature change – temperature stress when deformation is fully or partially prevented – temperature stress in composite sections. Linear strain and lateral strain – Poisson’s ratio – volumetric strain – Bulk modulus – modulus of rigidity – relationship between Elastic constants – simple problems.Theory of simple Bending: Theory of simple bending, Explain the terms ‘Neutral axis’, ‘moment of resistance’ and ‘section modules’. Apply the theory of simple bending to simple and compound sections to calculate stress, section modulus and moment of resistance. Calculate shear stress distribution in rectangular and I Sections.Thin Cylinders: Failure of thin cylindrical shell due to internal pressure – circumferential and longitudinal stresses – Changes in dimension and volume of thin cylinders due to internal pressure.Torsion of circular shafts: Theory of pure torsion – derivation of formula – problems, Power transmitted by circular shafts – problems.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 5
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Electrical Engineering
Sec 6
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Surveying & Quantity Surveying
Sec 7
Classification of levelling – fly levelling, profile levelling, cross sectioning, checks levelling, reciprocal levelling and contouring. Contouring – characteristics – methods of contouring, plotting by interpolation – tracing contour gradient – uses. Marking alignments of road, railway and canal in a contour map. Capacity of reservoirs using contour maps. Longitudinal sectioning and cross sectioning – plotting – working profile for roads. Permanent adjustments of dumpy level.Compass survey – purpose and principles of compass survey – description and working of prismatic compass – concept of meridian – bearing of a line – True bearing and magnetic bearing. Magnetic dip and declination. Field work in compass survey – booking of field notes - Reduced and whole circle bearings - Calculations of included angles in compass traverse. Sources of errors in compass surveying – local attraction – detection and correction. Plotting of compass traverse – closing error and adjustments.Definition – cost of materials – at source and at site – conveyance charges – standard data book – schedule of rates – Lump sum items – Rules of measurements – rules regarding tolerance of wastage of materials and extra labour.Definition of Valuation, meaning, purpose – Factors governing valuation – Life of structure – type location – Maintenance – legal control – Scrap value – salvage value – market value – book value – sinking fund annuity and depreciation.Detailed and abstract estimate of Slab Culvert, Pipe culvert, Single span T-beam bridge, Pier of a bridge, Detailed estimate of an RCC well and RCC retaining wall.Detailed and abstract estimate preparation for building with gabled roof, building with hipped roof, building with valley, two storied building (residential and office) Septic Tank and soak pit and steel roof truss.Detailed estimate of Aqueduct.Detailed estimate of RCC beam, slab, column etc and preparation of bar bending schedule.Detailed specifications for various items of work of Earth work excavation, Foundation concrete, Masonry work, DPC, Form work, RCC, Plastering, Pointing, Flooring, Painting and Polishing. IRC specifications for WBM road. Preparation of Plan, Estimate and other documents for submission.Different methods of taking out measurements – Centre line – in to in and out to out – Crossing methods.Levelling – Purpose of levelling – Errors in levelling – Curvature and refraction corrections, distance to visible horizon – problems.Methods of valuation – Rental method – direct comparison with cost – Based on profit – Development method of valuation – depreciation method. Calculation of depreciation by different methods. Land valuation – Problems.Preparation of data – categories of labour and labour charge – cost of materials – over head charge including establishment – incidental, lead and lift – exercises. Methods of preparing abstract estimate – exercises.Quantity Surveying and Valuation: Definition of quantity surveying – essential requirements – quantity surveyor – duties and qualities – definition and elements of estimate – types – rough cost, plinth area, cubical content and service unit method – detailed estimate.A residential building with RCC roof – Flat & SlopedAn office building with RCC roof – Flat & SlopedGround level RCC water tank.Masonry Well.One roomed building (RCC roof – Flat & Sloped)Road estimate – Method of taking quantities of a W.B.M. road.Two roomed building (RCC roof – Flat & Sloped)A compound wallA residential building with RCC roof – Flat & SlopedAn office building with RCC roof – Flat & SlopedComputation of the capacity of reservoir from a contour mapDoors, windows, ventilators etc.One roomed building (RCC roof – Flat & Sloped)Two roomed building (RCC roof – Flat & Sloped)Units of measurements for different items as per standard – accuracy of measurements – explain the terms – sundries, Lump sum, Lead and lift, contingencies, unforeseen items, work charged establishment. Earth work computation – Trapezoidal – Mid ordinate and Prismoidal formula for computing volumes – Taking out quantities from Longitudinal section and Cross section in cutting and filling.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 8
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Irrigation Fluid Mechanics and Environmental Engineering
Sec 9
Discharge over rectangular, triangular and trapezoidal notches. Derivations of expressions and problems. Advantages of triangular notches.Distribution works: Canal regulation – sluice – drops – escapesDistribution works: Canals – classification – typical cross section of canal in cutting, embankment, partial cutting and embankment – berms – standard dimensions – balancing depth of cutting – canal lining – types – maintenance of canals.Distribution works: Cross drainage works – necessity – general description of aqueducts – super passage, under tunnel – siphon – level crossing – inlet and outlet.Distribution works: Soil erosion – methods of prevention of soil erosion.Flow of Fluid: Types of flow – uniform, non uniform, dv/dt = 0, dv/dt ≠ 0, Streamline turbulent, steady, unsteady flow, compressible & incompressible flow – Definitions and mathematical expression, dv/dt = 0, dv/dt ≠ 0, dv/ds = 0, dv/ds ≠ 0 Equation of continuity of flow – problems. Types of energy need – static, pressure and velocity energy need – total energy of flowing liquid. Expressions for energy metre/kg & height liquid column. Bernoulli’s theorem – statement and proof (only 2 - dimensional) – problems – assumptions & limitations - application – venturimeter, orifice meter and Pitot tube – problemsFlow through Channels Wetter perimeter Hydraulic mean depth – uniform and non- uniform flow – Chezy’s formula – derivations / and problems.Flow through orifices & Mouth Pieces: Definition of orifice, types of orifices (based size, shape flow condition) – definition of vena contracta – hydraulic coefficients – Cv, Cc, Cd – experimental determination – problems.Flow through Pipes.Fluid Mechanics: Intensity of pressure at a point – pressure head – units of pressure – Pascal’s law – Atmospheric pressure – Gauge pressure – Absolute pressure – vacuum pressure – problems – Measurements of atmospheric pressure – simple mercury barometers – pressure measuring devices – piezometer tubes, manometers – u-tube – simple differential and inverted tubes only – mechanical gauge – Bourdon tube pressure gauge.Fluid Mechanics: Pressure on plane surfaces immersed in liquid. Total pressure and center of pressure on horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces immersed in liquids. Pressure on lock, gates, sluice gate – problems.Fluid Mechanics: Scope of hydraulics in engineering – definition of density, specific volume, specific gravity, viscosity, Kinematics & dynamic viscosity, compressibility, vapour pressure, cohesion, adhesion, surface tension and capillarity.Frictional loss in pipes – Chezy’s and Darcy’s formulae – Derivation and problems Hydraulic gradient and total energy line – Water hammer and its effect Syphon – problems.Head Works: (a)Classification of head works – storage and diversion head works – their suitability under different conditions – suitable site for diversion works – general layout of diversion works – brief description of component parts of a weir.Head Works: (a)Dams – types – selection of site – site investigations – capacity of reservoirs from contours – dead storage – live storageHead Works: (b)Barrage and weirsHead Works: (b)Evaporation – Evaporation losses in reservoirsHead Works: (c)Dams – rigid and non-rigid dams – main types – gravity dams – failure of gravity dams and remedial measures – elementary profile – limiting height of dam – low dam and high dam – free board and top width – practical profiles of low dam – drainage gallery – spill ways.Head Works: (c)Head Regulator – scouring sluice – flood banks and other protective worksHead Works: (d)Earth dams – situations suitable for earth dams – types of earth dams – causes of failure of earth dams and precautions – saturation gradient and (phreatic) line – drainage arrangementsHead Works: (d)Percolation – percolation gradient – up lift pressure, effect of percolation on irrigation works, up lift pressure and exit velocity – scour – protective works – solid and loose aprons.Head Works: (e)Tank sluices – tower head type – regulating arrangements.Head Works: (f)Tank surplus works – necessity – suitable site – flush escapes – weirs.Hydro-electric Installation: Layout – intake works, pressure tunnel, penstock, surge tank, action of surge tank anchor blocks and tailrace.Hydrology: (a)Rainfall – Types of rain gauges – precautions in setting and maintaining rainfall records – rainfall cycle – average annual rainfall of an area – Methods of estimating average rainfall over a catchment – Thiessen’s polygon method.Hydrology: (b)Catchment basin and catchment area – free catchment, intercepted catchment – runoff – factors affecting runoff – nature of catchment, runoff coefficient – methods of estimating runoff – empirical formulae.Hydrology: (c)River gauging – importance – site selection – open gauge well – measurement of velocity by surface floats, velocity rods and current meter.Hydrology: (d)Maximum flood discharge from rainfall records Ryves and Dicken’s formulae, H.F.L. marks, Gauge reading.Kutters, Mannings and Bazin’s formula – Most economical section of channel – condition for rectangular and trapezoidal – derivation – problems.Methods of irrigation: Border irrigation – check-basin irrigation – furrow irrigation – sprinkler irrigation – drip irrigation.Nature and Scope of Irrigation Engineering: Definitions – necessity of irrigation – advantages and disadvantages – perennial and Inundation irrigation – flow and lift irrigation – direct and storage irrigation.Notches: Definition, types of notches – rectangular, triangular and trapezoidal notches.Pumps: Centrifugal pumps, reciprocating pumps – working principle – description of propeller pumps, jet and air lift pumps, deep well pumps, diaphragm pumps – description and application.Sanitary Engineering: Calculation of dimension of a septic tank from a given data.Sanitary Engineering: Different shapes of cross section for sewers – rectangular, circular, egg shaped – merits and demerits of each. Brief description and choice of types of sewers – stone ware, cast iron, cement concrete, pre cast sewers - AC pipeSanitary Engineering: Miscellaneous treatment – septic tank – Imhoff tankSanitary Engineering: Necessity of pumping sewage – location and component parts of pumping stationSanitary Engineering: Objects of providing sewerage works – Definition of terms – sewage, sewerage, sewer, refuse, garbage, sullage etc. – Systems of sewage disposal – conservancy and water carriage Systems – Types of sewerage systems and their suitability – separate, combined and partially separate – Quantity of Sewage – Quantity of discharge in sewers, dry weather flow, variability of flow, limiting velocities of sewers – Use of nomograms I.S. 1742 – Determination of storm water flow – run-off coefficient – time of concentration, empirical formulae for run-off – Surface drainages – requirements, shapes.Sanitary Engineering: Primary treatment – brief description and functions of plain sedimentation.Sanitary Engineering: Rural sanitation and sanitary latrines, brief description of operational details of bio-gas plants using cow dung, night soil and agricultural wastes.Sanitary Engineering: Secondary treatment – brief description of Trickling filters, Activated sludge process, Secondary clarifier and Sludge digestion, drying, disposalSanitary Engineering: Sewage characteristics – Strength of sewage, sampling of sewage, characteristics of sewage – physical, chemical and biological – significance of the following tests for – Solids, Oxygen demand, BOD, COD, pH-value , ChloridesSanitary Engineering: Sewage disposal – dilution, disposal on lands, oxidation ponds, oxidation ditch, aerated lagoons, anaerobic lagoons.Sanitary Engineering: Sewage Treatment and Disposal: Preliminary treatment – brief description and functions of Screens, Skimming tanks and Grit chambersSanitary Engineering: Sewer appurtenances – location, function and construction of Man holes, Drop man holes, Catch basins, Flush tanks and inverted siphonSanitary Engineering: Solid waste disposal – Methods of disposal – uncontrolled dumping, sanitary landfill, incineration and composting. Drainage and Sanitation in Buildings. Sanitary fittings – traps, water closets, flushing cisterns, urinals, inspection chambers, anti syphonage pipeSubmerged and partially submerged orifices. Large rectangular orifice – expression for discharge – derivation. Time for emptying a prismatic tank through an orifice at bottom or in the side – head loss due to sudden enlargement and sudden contraction at the entrance of pipe from large vessel, at the exit of a pipe line, obstruction in a pipe line derivation of expression for head loss due to enlargement & contraction – problems. Mouth piece – different types – external and internal – cylindrical – formula discharge through them and problems.Turbines: Classification – impulse and reaction turbines – Pelton Wheel – description and working, Description of reaction turbines – Francis and Kaplan turbines – Draft tube – purposeWater requirement of Crop: (a) Principle Crops – Kharif and Rabi Crops in India & Kerala – Dry and wet crops – Crop period (b) Duty – different methods of expressing duty – base period – relationship between duty and delta – Factors affecting duty – requirements for precise statement of duty – duty figures for principal crops – Simple problems on duty.Water Supply Engineering: Aeration – methods of aeration – Sedimentation – plain sedimentation and sedimentation by coagulation.Water Supply Engineering: Appurtenances in Distribution System: Uses of Sluice valves, Check valves or reflux valves, Air valves. Drain valves or blow-off valves, Scour valves, Fire hydrants and Water metersWater Supply Engineering: Distribution System: General requirements, system of distribution, gravity system, combined system, direct pumping – Methods of supply – intermitted and continuous – advantages & disadvantagesWater Supply Engineering: Filtration – construction and operation of slow sand, rapid sand and pressure filters Disinfections of water – necessity and method, chlorination, pre-chlorination, break point chlorination, super chlorination - Removal of Taste, colour, odour and hardness.Water Supply Engineering: Flow diagram of different treatment units for both surface and ground sources – reservoir / pond and wellWater Supply Engineering: General importance of water supply – Development of water supply – Different systems of water supply – Need for protect water supply – Estimating water requirement – Total quantity of water for a town, per capita demand and factors affecting demand – water requirements for domestic purposes, industrial use, fire fighting, commercial and industrial needs, public use – variation in demand – Peak demand during day, month and year – Forecasting population by arithmetical, geometrical and incremental increase method (problems)Water Supply Engineering: Layout of distribution system – Types – dead end, grid, radial and ring system their merits and demerits and their suitability.Water Supply Engineering: Purification of Water: Quality of Water – Impurities of water – need for laboratory test. Sampling and Testing of water – physical, chemical and bacteriological tests – various standards of water such as pH value, colour, taste, hardness, odour – for potable water.Water Supply Engineering: Sources of Water: Surface source – lakes, streams, rivers and impounded reservoirs, Yield from surface source – Underground sources – springs, wells, infiltration wells and galleries – Yield from wells – test for yield. Conveyance of water : Types of Intakes – Reservoir intake – River intake – Canal intake, Conveyance of water – open channels, aqueduct pipes – List of pipe materials – C. I. pipes, steel pipes, concrete pipes, A. C. pipes, G. I. pipes, plastic and P. V. C. pipes, high density polythene pipes, merits and demerits of each type (brief description only). Pipe joints – spigot and socket joint, flange joint, expansion joint for C. I. pipe, joints for concrete and asbestos cement pipe, methods of leak detection – prevention – rectification – pipe corrosion – causes and prevention.Water Supply Engineering: Water Supply Arrangements in Building: Definition of terms – water main, service pipe, communication pipe, supply pipe, distribution pipe, air gap. General layout of water supply arrangements for single and multi-storied building as per I. S. Code of practice general principles and precautions in laying pipe line with in the premises of a building – Connection from water main to building.Weirs: Classifications – definition – discharge over rectangular weir, end contraction in weir effect of end contraction over discharge – Francis formula and Bazin’s formula for end contraction – problems – velocity of approach – problems broad crested weir – problems submerged weir description and problems.
IC Engines & Power Plants
Sec 10
IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 11
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakkoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Manager
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Manager in the Kerala Forest Development Corporation Ltd.
120m
9s
#kerala-psc#forestry#management#forest-development#degree-level
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Module VI
Sec 1
Afforestation on difficult sites: saline-alkaline soils, coastal sands, lateritic soils, wetlands, ravines and sand dunes, dry and rocky areas, cold desertChoice of speciesForest fires: causes, types, impacts and control measuresForest nursery – need, selection and preparation of site, layout and design of nursery bedsGrowing media and sowing methodsMajor forest pests and weedsManagement of nursery- shading,watering, manuring, fertilizer application, weed control, insect pest and diseases controlPlant spacing, manure and fertilizer application, irrigation/moisture conservation techniquesPlanting patternsPlanting techniques: site selection, evaluation and protectionRoot trainersSeed certification and ISTA RulesSeed collection, processing storage, viability and pre-treatmentSeed dormancy and methods for breaking dormancySeed testing and germination testsSoil working techniques for various edaphic and climatic conditionsTending operations – weeding, cleaning, climber cutting, thinning – mechanical, ordinary, crown and selection thinning, improvement felling, pruning and girdlingTypes of containers
Module II
Sec 2
Agroforestry practices and systems in different agro-ecological zones of IndiaBenefits and constraints of agroforestryChoice of species and managementClassification of agroforestry systems: structural, functional, socio-economic and ecologicalConcept and definition of agroforestry, social forestry, community forestry and farm forestryCriteria of an ideal agroforestry design, productivity, sustainability and adoptabilityDiagnosis and design of agroforestry systemFinancial analysis and economic evaluation of agroforestry systems: cost benefit analysis and land equivalent ratioHistorical development of agroforestryLand capability classification and land useMultipurpose tree species and their characteristics suitable for agroforestryPruning, lopping. Pollarding
Module VIII
Sec 3
Aims and methods of tree breedingBasics of forest genetics – inheritance, Hardyweinburg Law, genetic driftClonal forestry – merits and demeritsCollection, evaluation and maintenance of germplasmConcept of seed source/provenanceGenetic gainsNatural selectionProgeny test and designsProvenance testingRole of growth substances in vegetative propagationSeed orchard: types, establishment, planning and managementSeed production areas, exotic trees, land racesSelection of superior treesTechniques of vegetative propagation, tissue culture, mist chamberTree breeding: general principles, mode of pollination and floral structureTree improvement: nature and extent of variations in natural population
Module IV
Sec 4
Biomass measurementConstruction and application of volume tablesForest inventory: kinds of enumeration, sampling methods, sample plots and photo interpretationForest mensuration – definition, object and scopeGeographic information systems and remote sensing – concept and scopeGrowth and incrementMeasurement and computation of volume of logs and felled/standing treesMeasurement methods and their principlesMeasurement of cropsMeasurement of diameter, girth, height, stem form, bark thickness, crown width and crown length
Module VII
Sec 5
CC mitigation strategies such as CDM, LULUCF, REDD+Concept of sustained yield and normal forestConservation and management of natural resources including wildlifeDensity and site qualityEstimation of growing stockForest evaluationForest management: definition and scopeForestry and climate change mitigation – C-sequestration and Carbon forestsInternal rate of return, net present value and cost benefit analysisInternational organizations – UNFCCC, IPCCJoint forest managementManagement of even aged and uneven aged forestNational Forest Code – 2014Protected area Management plan – National parks, sanctuaries, Ramsar sitesRegulation of yield in regular and irregular forests by area, volume, increment and number of treesRotationWorking plan
Module V
Sec 6
Clear felling – shelterwood – selection systemsDefinition, object and scope of silvicultureForest regeneration: natural and artificialSilviculture of important tree species – Tectona grandis, Dalbergia lattifolia, Sweitenia macrophylla, Alianthus triphysa, Gmelina areborea, Eucalyptus sps, Acacia auriculiformis, Acacia mangium, Bamboo sps, Santalum, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Azadirachta indica, Shorea robusta, Casuarina equisetifolia, Tropical Pines, Pterocarpus, Anogeissus, Quercus and AlbiziaSilviculture systems-high forest and coppice systemsSite factors – climate, edaphic, physiographic, biotic and their influence on forest vegetation
Module III
Sec 7
Forest based industries – Plant-based cottage industries-bambooNon-wood forest products such as gums, resins & tannins, medicinal plants, essential oils, edible fruits, spices, bamboo and canesPlywood and pulp industriesWood quality-wood seasoning and wood preservation
Module I
Sec 8
Forest Conservation Act, 1980 and Wildlife Protection Act, 1972Forest types of India: distribution and typesForests-extent, basis for classification and distribution in IndiaHistory of forests in IndiaIndian Forest Act, 1927National Forest Policy 1894, 1952 and 1988Phytogeographical regions and vegetation of IndiaRole of forests in national economy – productive, protective and ameliorative, tribal and rural livelihoodsSuccession, climax and retrogressionTrees Outside Forests-Geographical distribution and salient features of major world forest types
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 9
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRSNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in Biochemistry
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Lecturer in Biochemistry in Collegiate Education. The exam is conducted for 100 marks with 100 objective type questions.
75m
4s
#kerala-psc#biochemistry#degree-level#collegiate-education#lecturer
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Salient Features of Indian Constitution
Sec 1
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS
Sec 2
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prishtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghesc Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories, printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
PART - IV
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Biomolecules, sugars, aminoacids, fatty acids, steroids, vitamins, hormones, free radicals (chemistry and function)- macromolecules-carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids. (Structure and function)-physical aspects-acids and bases, pH, buffers, colloids, viscosity, surface tension, stabilizing interation and hydrogenbonds.Ultrastructure of cell, subcellular organelles, cell cycle and cell signalling – membrane transport, replication, transcription, translation, regulation of gene expression, gene mutation, repair, molecular biology techniques rDNA technology, PCR, reverse transcriptase, DNA finger printing-western blotting, apotosis and cancer.Principle, Instrumentation and application of chromatography-TLC, paper, affinity, Gel chromatography, HPLC, GC, and GLC, electrophoresis, Gel, PAGE, SDS PAGE, Isoelectricfocussing, Immuno electrophoresis, radio immunoassay, spectroscopic techniques, UV, IR, Fluorescence NMR and mass spectrum, circular dichorism, x-ray diffraction, polarimetry, radiation techniques.Introduction to enzymes, nomenclature kinetics, regulation, inhibition, mechanism of enxyme action, coenzymes, isoenzymes, robozyme, abzyme, isolation and characterization criteria of purity, microbial enzymes, industrial applications of enzymes in food, leather, detergent and bevarages, diagnostic and therapeutic enzymes, enzyme engineering.Different approaches to study metabolism, Bioenergetics, metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, regulation, photosynthesis and regulation, nitrogen fixation, secondary plant metabolites-mitochondrial electron transport-and oxidative phosphorylation, regulation-genetic disorders of metabolism.Average, statistical dispersion, coefficient of variation, standard deviation, standard error, t-test, basics of correlation, probability, regression, statistical packages SPSS, Excel and Anova.Immune system and function, antigen-antibody structure and genetic basis of antibody structure, immunological techniques, vaccines, classification of microbes-bacteria, virus, fungi, properties, cultivation of microbes, identification of microbes, sterilization techniques, microbial conjugatiuon, basics of bioinformatics, tools of bioinformatics, biological databases, data mining, protein data bank, molecular modelling and docking.Microanalytical techniques, LC-MS, GC-MS, MALDI-TOF, MS-MS, ICP-AES, Metabolomics, Modern Molecular biology techniques, Nano biotechnology, drug designing, drug delivery, epigenetics, executional pathway.
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY/TEACHING APTITUDE
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Methods of research;Paper, article, workshop, seminar, conference and symposium;Research Ethics;Research: Meaning, Characteristics and types;Steps of research;Thesis writing: its characteristics and format.Evaluation systems.Factors affecting teaching;Learner's characteristics;Methods of teaching;Teaching aids;Teaching: Nature, objectives, characteristics and basic requirements;
Technical
100 Marks
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Research Assistant in the State Planning Board. [2, 3, 4]
120m
5s
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MATHEMATICS
Sec 1
Abstract Algebra:- Groups, subgroups, normal subgroups, cyclic groups, permutation groups, group homomorphism, isomorphism, isomorphism theorems, Sylow theorems and applications. Rings and fields, examples.Complex Analysis:- Analytic and harmonic functions, Cauchy Riemann equations, analytic function as mappings, Mobius transforms, power series representations of analytic functions, zero of analytic functions, singularities, residue theorem and applications in the evaluation of intergrals.Differential Equations:- Orthogonal trajectories, exact equations, Non-Linear differential equations of first order, second order differential equations with constant or variable coefficient and its solutions, Simultaneous differential equations and its applications. Linear differential equations of first order.Linear Algebra :- System of linear equations; Elementary matrices, process of Gaussian elimination, Row-reduced echelon matrices, Rank of a matrix. Determinants-Eigen values and eigen vectors, characteristic equations. Vector space-Examples and properties, subspaces, linear independence of vectors, finite vector spaces, basis, dimensions, linear transformations, representation of linear transformations as matrices.Real Analysis :- Algebraic and completeness properties of real numbers, intervals, cluster points, open and closed set, sequence and their limits, monotone sequences, subsequences, divergent sequences, Limit of functions, continuous functions, combination of continuous functions, sequence of functions, uniform convergence and point wise convergence, properties of Riemann integral, integral as a limit, convergence of infinite series, test of convergence, series of functions, derivatives.
COMMERCE
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Banking :- Banking Regulation Act 1949 – Basic Terms, Reserve Bank of India , Role – Scheduled Bank – Credit information – Non -banking Financial Institutions (NBFC)RTGS(Real Time Gross Settlement)-Types of electronic payment system- credit cards – Debit cards – Smart cards – Internet Banking and Mobile banking.Basics of Accounting :- Fundamentals of accounting – accounting assumptions and Principles. Journal – subsidiary books – Ledger – Preparation of accounts – Trial Balance – Trading, Profit and Loss account and balance sheetFinancial Management :-Introduction – meaning – importance – Nature –scope – components – objectives – principles – functions – liquidity Vs ProfitabilityManagement Information Systems:- Meaning of MIS – Need for a database – utilization of models – characteristics of MIS – Sub Systems of MIS – Executive information systems – Information resource Management – Role of MIS - Data Information – features of information – Types of information – quality of information – value of information.Marketing Management :- Introduction to Marketing –Marketing Management – Product Mix – Market environment – Market Segmentation – Targeting and positioning – Products, Brands - Marketing Channels – Retailing and Wholesaling, Advertising and Sales Promotion. Consumer behavior :importance and nature of consumer behavior – Types of consumers and their role – Role of consumer behavior in marketing .
ECONOMICS
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Budgetary Control:- Concepts and structure of government Budget – innovation in budget such as performance Based, Zero based Budgeting and Planning, Programming and Budgetary System(PPBS),Growth of revenue, fiscal and primary budget of centre and state governments – Budgetary Process and Control in India – Fiscal Responsibility Budgetary Management(FRBM)policy in India.Financial System:- Organised and unorganized financial market – money and capital market – various instruments and institutions in money and capital markets in India – instruments and performance of monetary and credit policy – role of RBI – financial sector reforms since 1991 – concepts and measurement of money supply – digital money – effects of demonetization.Fiscal Federalism and role of Government in economic development:- Concept of Federal Finance – Principles of Federal Finance – Fiscal Imbalance – Vertical and Horizontal Imbalance – Methods of Inter Governmental Resource Transfer – Fiscal Federalism in India – Centre–State Financial Relations in India – Finance Commission in India – Recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission – State Finance Commission in KeralaNational income and balance of payment:- Concepts and measurement of national income – changing contribution of various sectors in national income-structure of balance of payment accounts – exchange rate determination – performance of foreign trade of IndiaPoverty,inequality and unemployment :- Role of planning in India's development – concepts, measurement and magnitude of poverty – inequality in income distribution – regional disparity in income – definition and measurement of unemployment – NSSO reports on consumption and unemployment – employment creation and poverty eradication programmes of Centre and State of Kerala.Public Economics:-Concepts of social and merit goods – Growth and structure of public expenditure of Centre and States – cannons of taxation – tax structure in India – Direct and Indirect Tax reforms in India – Goods and Service Tax(GST) – Concepts and methods of measuring inflation in India .
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
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General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyako yi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
STATISTICS
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UNIT I:- DESCRIPTIVE STATISTICS AND PROBABILITY:- Measures of Central Tendency, Measures of Dispersion, Skewness, Kurtosis, Probability – Definitions, Limit of Sequence of events, monotone and continuity properties of probability measure, conditional probability, Bayes' Theorem, Borel – Cantelli lemma, Borel Zero-one law, Kolmogrov zero -one law. Random variables, probability distribution and distribution function -its properties, Moment generating function and characteristic function.UNIT II:- DISTRIBUTION THEORY:- Standard distributions:- Uniform , Binomial, Poisson, Geometric, Hypergeometric , Normal, Exponential, Pareto, Gamma and Beta distributions and their characterizations , sampling distributions - chi square, F distributions and their properties and applications, Law of large numbers, Central limit theorem.UNIT III:- SAMPLING AND DESIGN OF EXPERIMENTS:- Probability and non-probability sampling, Sampling design, Probability sampling methods – Simple random sampling, Systematic sampling, Stratified sampling, Cluster sampling , Multi – stage sampling, PPS sampling, Non-Probability sampling methods; Principles of Design of Experiments, Completely Randomized design, Randomized Block Design, Latin square design, Incomplete block design, BIBD, PBIBD, Factorial experiments 2^2 , 2^3, 3^2 and 3^3.UNIT IV:- STATISTICAL INFERENCE: - Point estimation – properties of estimators, BLUE UMVU estimators, Interval estimation , methods of estimation – MLE, Method of moments, Minimum chi square , Testing of hypothesis – Types of hypothesis, significance level, power of a test, Most powerful Test, UMP test, Parametric tests(tests of mean, variance, proportion)and Non-Parametric tests,Analysis of varianceUNIT V:- REGRESSION ANALYSIS AND TIME SERIES :- Simple linear regression, Simple Correlation, Multiple Correlation, Ordinary Least Square estimation of regression parameters, Inference on regression coefficients, Multiple regression models, Estimation , Properties, Assumptions, Solutions to the violation of assumptions. Time series – additive and multiplicative models, determination of trends, Growth curves, Analysis of Seasonal fluctuations, Construction of seasonal indices.
Technical
100 Marks
VOCATIONAL TEACHER IN DAIRYING (MILK PRODUCTS)
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Vocational Teacher in Dairying (Milk Products) in Vocational Higher Secondary Education (VHSE) department.
120m
10s
#kerala-psc#dairying#vocational-teacher#milk-products#vhse
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Quality Assurance
Sec 1
Concepts of quality control, quality assurance and food safety – Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), pre-requisite Programs, HACCP-Safe process design and operation – good practices for food handlers-concepts of hygiene and sanitation – Concepts of Quality Management System (QMS) – ISO 22000:2005. FSMS and their application in milk production and processing – Risk analysis – Importance of chemical quality control in dairy – Sampling procedures – Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). Contaminants in milk – residues and pathogens, their detection-Risk analysis Quality standards. National and International food regulatory standards, FSSAI, Codex.
Milk processing
Sec 2
Filtration, clarification homogenisation, standardisation, pasteurisation, sterilization, cleaning and sanitization-Materials and sanitary features of the dairy equipments, sanitary pumps - Evaporation: its basic principles – Boilers – different evaporators-Drying:Principle of drying, spray drier and vacuum driers-Basic refrigeration cycles and concepts:Psychrometry.
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS
Sec 3
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Dairy extension
Sec 4
Its relevance, Dairy Development programmes in Kerala- KCMMF, APCOS, Dairy Development department – Account maintenance in a primary society, Operation Flood-Conceptional orientation on PRA, RRA, IVLP/TAR, ATMA, ATIC, PTD Commercialization of ideas and innovations. Government schemes for entrepreneurship. Development.
Milk Production
Sec 5
Management of milking cows-pregnant cows, heifers and calves-care at calving-Feeding, classification of feed stuffs, computation of ration-Breeding-breeds, cross breeding-artificial insemination-Housing of cattle-Signs of health, common diseases, measures for control-Routine operations in the farm-Clean milk production.Agronomic practices-Farming systems with forage crops – multiple cropping,intercropping, mixed cropping, relay cropping , crop rotation-Fodder production scenario in Kerala-Fodder grasses and legumes-Pasture and grassland management-Forage preservation.
Technology of milk products
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Market milk industry in India and abroad – effect of pooling and storing on microbiological quality of refrigerated milk-Special milks – toned, double toned, reconstituted, recombined, flavoured, homogenized milk, sterilized milk and lactose hydrolyzed milk. Definition, status and scope of traditional milk products in India-their manufacturing practises, compositional profile and mechanization of manufacturing process including packaging – Technology of butter manufacture – Batch and continuous methods, over-run in butter, control of fat loses in buttermilk, Butter making equipment-Cheese technology-accelerated ripening-Types of ice cream freezers. Cleaning and sanitation of ice-cream plant- plant hygiene – cheese technology – Modern packaging Techniques – Vacuum packaging, Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP), Eco-friendly packaging, Aseptic packaging, coding and labelling of food packages – Aseptic packaging Smart packages, recent advances in packaging technology – By products technology
Chemistry of milk and milk products
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Milk composition – Definition – factors affecting composition of milk – Physico chemical properties-acidity, specific gravity, adulterants, preservation and neutralisation – Platform tests, Chemistry of cheese – physicochemical changes during ripening – Milk Powder, Structure and properties, changes during storage. Lactose crystallization, Chemistry of milk products-Spoilage of milk and milk products Ice cream, Indigenous products and byproducts-whey, casein, cream, Butter, Ghee, Condensed and dried milk.
Microbiology of milk and milk products
Sec 8
Morphological and biochemical characteristics of important groups and their classification; their significance-Microbiological changes in bulk refrigerated raw milk;Impact of milking, chilling, bactofugation and membrane filtration on microbial quality-Spoilage of milk and milk products-Mastitic milk:organisms causing mastitis in milk, somatic cell count, technological significance and public health significance-Fermented milk products-Starter culture technology, their preservation and quality evaluation. Milk borne pathogens, their detection-Quality assessment of milk and milk products.
Dairy plant management
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Plant operations-efficiency factors, losses. Financial and managerial efficiency, Plant maintenance – Preventive maintenance and break down maintenance. Environmental pollution Effluent treatment – Types of effluent treatment plant and degree of treatment of waste.Control of Environmental pollution through law. Pollution control rules and regulations.Composting of waste.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
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Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Technical Assistant Legal Metrology
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Technical Assistant in the Legal Metrology Department. The role involves assisting the inspection department with administrative needs and inspecting commodities and weighing equipment.
90m
4s
#kerala-psc#legal-metrology#technical-assistant#engineering#instrumentation
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ELECTRONICS
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Conductors, insulators, semiconductors, intrinsic semiconductor, extrinsic semiconductor, doping, majority and minority carriers, V-I characteristics of diodes.Different types of transistors, different configuration.Principle of rectification, different types of rectifiers.Study of capacitors, inductors, transformers.Study of resistors.Adders and subtractors, Multiplexer and De Multiplexer, encoder and decoder.Boolean algebra, reduction of Boolean expression.Different logic families.Different number systems, conversion from one to other.Different types of memories.Flip flops, shift register and counter.Basics of OP-AMP.Different applications (adder, subtractor, detector, rectifiers, integrator, differentiator etc.)
General Knowledge, Current Affairs and Renaissance in Kerala
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General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
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ALLOWANCES ON PATTERN - shrinkage, draft, machining, distortion, and rapping allowances.CLASSIFICATION OF GAUGES- plug gauge, ring gauge, snap gauge, screw pitch gauge, feeler gauge and standard wire gauge.COMPARATORS - mechanical, electrical and optical comparators. (Working only).DEFECTS OF WELDING - causes and remedies of the defects. Soldering and brazing (brief description).FITTING- tools used in fitting (files, punches, vice, chisels, hammers, surface plate, surface gauge, V- Block,combination set, drills, calipers, taps and dies, reamers (uses of these tools).FORGING OPERATIONS- upsetting, drawing down, setting down, punching, welding and cutting (description only).FOUNDRY - uses of different foundry tools, types of moulding sand, properties of moulding sand, different moulding processes such as bench moulding, pit moulding, floor moulding and sweep moulding.GAS WELDING – oxyacetylene welding (description only), gases used types of flames (uses) other welding such as submerged arc welding, MIG and TIG welding (description only).Heat treatment – annealing, normalizing, hardening, tempering, case hardening (description only).LATHE - Types of lathes, lathe parts, specifications, operations on lathe such as turning, taper turning, facing, boring, drilling, threading and reaming. Tool and work holding devices used in lathe.MEASURING INSTRUMENTS - precision and non-precision instruments. Vernier caliper, micrometer, Vernier height gauge and depth gauge.METAL CUTTING - difference between orthogonal and oblique cutting, cutting speed, feed depth of cut (definition only), and properties of various cutting tool materials.METALS AND ALLOYS- Types of cast iron, properties, application of cast iron. List the various types of steels such as low carbon steels, medium carbon steel, stainless steel, and high carbon steel and magnetic steel. Brief explanation of non-ferrous metals and alloys of aluminum and copper.PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS - Mechanical properties, physical properties, thermal properties, electrical properties and chemical properties.TESTING OF MATERIALS - destructive and nondestructive testing.WELDING - classification of welding, advantages and limitations of welding, principle of arc welding, arc welding machines such as DC generator and AC transformers. (working only).FLUID PRESSURE AND ITS MEASUREMENTS - define pressure, atmospheric pressure, absolute pressure and gauge pressure, pascal's law. Pressure measurement by piezo meter tube,simple manometer and differential manometer, (simple problems).FRICTION - Types of friction, laws of friction, definition of angle of friction, coefficient of friction and limiting of friction (simple problems).LOSSES OF HEAD IN PIPES - major and minor losses - loss of energy due to friction - Darcy's formula for loss of head in pipes, Chezy's formula (simple problems).NOTCHES - Rectangular Notch, Triangular Notch, discharge over notches (simple problems).ORIFICES - Types of orifices - vena contracta - coefficient of contraction, coefficient of velocity, coefficient of discharge (simple problems).PROPERTIES OF FLUIDS - Density, specific weight, specific volume, specific gravity (simple problems).PUMPS - Different types of pumps (working only), function of air vessels, foot valve and strainer, slip of a pump.Statement of Bernoulli's Theorem, Bernoulli's equation, continuity equation, working of venturimeter, orifice meter and Pitot tube (simple problems).STRESS AND STRAIN - definition of stress, strain, longitudinal strain, lateral strain, Poisson's ratio, factor of safety, statement of hook's law, (simple problems).Turbines - classification, Impulse and reaction turbines, classification of reaction turbines, use of draft tube, working of Pelton wheel and Francis turbine.BOILER - define boiler, function of boiler - classification of boiler, comparison, boiler specifications,Boiler mountings and boiler accessories (working and functions only).CLASSIFICATION OF COOLING SYSTEMS - air cooling and water cooling, functions and radiator and thermostat.DIFFERENT TYPES OF OWNERSHIP - sole proprietorship, partnership, private limited company, public limited company (brief description).Differentiate IC and EC engine, working four stroke petrol and diesel engine, two stroke petrol and diesel engine, comparison of petrol and diesel engine, comparison of four stroke and two stroke engine.Functions of carburetor and fuel injector.FUNDAMENTALS OF THERMODYNAMICS - concept of system - open, closed, isolated system. Intrinsic properties and extrinsic properties - Laws of thermodynamics and laws of perfect gases - Thermodynamic processes - constant volume process, constant pressure process, adiabatic process, and isothermal process (explanation only).GOVERNING OF IC ENGINES - quantity governing, quality governing, hit and miss governing.MANAGEMENT - meaning of management, Taylor's scientific management, contribution of FW Taylor, Hentry Fayol's principle of management.OBJECTIVES OF TRAINING - explain the methods of training.ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE - line organization, functional organization, line and staff organization.POWER PLANTS -types of power plants such as hydroelectric, thermal, nuclear and diesel power plants.PROPERTIES OF STEAM -wet steam, dry steam, super heating steam, and dryness fraction (definition only).REFRIGERATION - purpose of refrigeration, unit of refrigeration, concept of cop. Working of air compression refrigeration system based on reversed Carnot cycle and Bell Coleman cycle. Cop of Carnot cycle (simple problems).Working of vapor compression refrigeration system.RENEWABLE SOURCE OF ENERGY - solar energy.STEAM CONDENSERS - jet condensers and surface condensers (working only).TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS - function of clutch, flywheel, gear box, propeller shaft and differential.WAGES - importance of good wage plan, types of wages, wage payment systems - INCENTIVES - straight piece rate system, time rate system, piece rate system with guaranteed minimum wage - differential piece rate system (explanation only).Working of steam engine, function of steam nozzles, working of steam turbines, classification steam turbines.
INSTRUMENTATION
Sec 4
MODULE I -GENERALIZED INSTRUMENTATION SYSTEM – Analog and Digital InstrumentsMODULE I -GENERALIZED INSTRUMENTATION SYSTEM – Classify instruments such as Absolute and secondary instruments, Deflection and Null deflection InstrumentsMODULE I -GENERALIZED INSTRUMENTATION SYSTEM – Indicating, Recording and Controlling Functions of InstrumentsMODULE I -GENERALIZED INSTRUMENTATION SYSTEM – Limiting Error – Relative Limiting Error – Gross Error, systematic Error, Random Error.MODULE I -GENERALIZED INSTRUMENTATION SYSTEM – Primary sensing, Variable conversion, Data transmission, Variable manipulation, Data presentation elements with examplesMODULE I -GENERALIZED INSTRUMENTATION SYSTEM – standards of measurements – International standards, Primary standards, Secondary standards, Working StandardsMODULE I -GENERALIZED INSTRUMENTATION SYSTEM – Static Characteristics : Accuracy, Precision, Sensitivity, Linearity, Resolution, Hysteresis, Reproducibility, Drift etc with problems to calculate these parametersMODULE I -GENERALIZED INSTRUMENTATION SYSTEM – Units of various electrical and non electrical quantitiesMODULE II-TRANSDUCER – Classification – active, passive, analog and digitalMODULE II-TRANSDUCER – principle of operation of linear and rotary potentiometer – sensitivity of linear and rotary potentiometer – loading effectMODULE II-TRANSDUCER – principle of resistive transducersMODULE II-TRANSDUCER – sensors and transducers – mechanical and electrical transducer with examplesMODULE II-TRANSDUCER – strain gauges – expression for gauge factor – types of strain gauges – advantages and disadvantages of semiconductor strain gauges – strain gauge bridge circuit.MODULE III-VARIABLE INDUCTANCE TRANSDUCER – Classification of Inductive transducers – variable reluctance and variable eddy current inductive transducerMODULE III-VARIABLE INDUCTANCE TRANSDUCER – construction and working of LVDT – applications of LVDTMODULE III-VARIABLE INDUCTANCE TRANSDUCER – Different types of Magnetic transducers – Working of search coilsMODULE III-VARIABLE INDUCTANCE TRANSDUCER – Operation of magneto resistive transducer – Magneto resistive and magneto strictive transducer – Hall effect transducer.MODULE IV-VARIABLE CAPACITIVE TRANSDUCER – Applications of variable capacitive transducerMODULE IV-VARIABLE CAPACITIVE TRANSDUCER – Differential capacitive transducerMODULE IV-VARIABLE CAPACITIVE TRANSDUCER – Photoelectric effect – working principle of photo emissive cell, Conductive cell, Photo voltaic cell, photo multiplier tube, solar cells – applications of photoelectric transducers.MODULE IV-VARIABLE CAPACITIVE TRANSDUCER – Piezo electric effect – principle of operation of Piezo electric transducers – equivalent circuit pressure measurement and accelerometer applicationsMODULE IV-VARIABLE CAPACITIVE TRANSDUCER – Working of variable area, variable distance, and variable dielectric type capacitive transducersMODULE IX-VISCOSITY AND HUMIDITY MEASUREMENT - Absolute viscosity – Kinematic viscosity – relative viscosity – units – Saybolt Viscometer – Redwood ViscometerMODULE IX-VISCOSITY AND HUMIDITY MEASUREMENT - Humidity measurement - Definition – humidity - relative humidity - Absolute humidity – Dew point measurement methods - Wet and dry bulb method – Sling psychrometer – Hair hygrometer – resistive hygrometer – Dew cell - cold mirror methodMODULE IX-VISCOSITY AND HUMIDITY MEASUREMENT - Moisture measurement – Definition – capacitive hygrometer method.MODULE IX-VISCOSITY AND HUMIDITY MEASUREMENT - Specific gravity measurement -Definition – Static pressure operated mechanism – weighing tube type – HydrometerMODULE V- PRESSURE MEASUREMENT – Bellows – Diaphragms and capsulesMODULE V- PRESSURE MEASUREMENT – Calibration of pressure gauge using Dead Weight TesterMODULE V- PRESSURE MEASUREMENT – Classification of manometers – working of U tube manometers, well type manometers, inclined manometers, bell type manometers, errors in manometersMODULE V- PRESSURE MEASUREMENT – construction and working of McLeod gauge, Pirani gauge – Ionization gauge.MODULE V- PRESSURE MEASUREMENT – constructional details and working of C-type, spiral and helical bourdon gaugesMODULE V- PRESSURE MEASUREMENT – Definition of pressure – pressure head – different types of pressure – units of pressure and its conversionsMODULE V- PRESSURE MEASUREMENT – Differential pressure transmitter for pressure measurementMODULE V- PRESSURE MEASUREMENT – Strain gauges, capacitive type pressure gauge – Piezo electric pressure sensor – Fiber optic pressure sensorMODULE VI-LEVEL MEASUREMENT – Air purge type level indicatorMODULE VI-LEVEL MEASUREMENT – Capacitive and conductive level indicatorMODULE VI-LEVEL MEASUREMENT – Differential Pressure type level transmitter – Calibration of level detectors.MODULE VI-LEVEL MEASUREMENT – Displacer and torque tube type level indicator.MODULE VI-LEVEL MEASUREMENT – fiber optic level sensor – Level switchMODULE VI-LEVEL MEASUREMENT – Radiation absorption method and laser method used for level indicationMODULE VI-LEVEL MEASUREMENT – Sight glass technique – Float type level indicator methodMODULE VI-LEVEL MEASUREMENT – Ultrasonic level gauge – Strain gauges – capacitance type level indicatorMODULE VII-TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT – Compare the characteristics of Thermocouple, RTD and Thermistor.MODULE VII-TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT – construction and working of radiation pyrometer, optical pyrometer.MODULE VII-TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT – Definition of PTC & NTC – construction and working of resistance temperature detector – different types (Ni, Cu & Pt) – characteristics of RTDMODULE VII-TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT – Definition of temperature – different temperature scales and conversionsMODULE VII-TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT – different types of industrial thermocouples – J, T, K, S, R – properties of different types – thermopileMODULE VII-TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT – See beck effect – Peltier effect and Thomson effect – laws of thermocouple – law of intermediate temperature and law of intermediate metalsMODULE VII-TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT – Thermistor & Its types – properties – Thermistor characteristics – Applications of ThermistorMODULE VII-TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT – Working of bimetallic thermometer, Mercury in glass thermometer, Mercury in steel thermometer, Gas and vapor pressure thermometerMODULE VIII-FLOW MEASUREMENT – Open channel flow meters – Weirs – V notch - Rectanglular notch.MODULE VIII-FLOW MEASUREMENT – Positive displacement flow meters - oval gear Nutating disc type - Reciprocating piston typeMODULE VIII-FLOW MEASUREMENT – Principles of Flow measurements – laminar and turbulent flow – Reynold's number – continuity equation -Bernoulli's equation for ideal fluidMODULE VIII-FLOW MEASUREMENT – Special type flow meters - electromagnetic flow meters - turbine flow meter - mass flow meters - ultrasonic flow meters - Vortex flow meter - Hot wire anemometerMODULE VIII-FLOW MEASUREMENT – variable area flow meters – Rota meterMODULE VIII-FLOW MEASUREMENT – variable Head flow meter – Different types of orifice plate and tapings. Orifice plate flow meter. Venturi meter - flow nozzle – Dahl tube - Pitot tube - Differential Pressure flow transmitter.MODULE X-FORCE MEASUREMENT - Acceleration measurement – Seismic accelerometer – LVDT accelerometer – Piezoelectric accelerometer.MODULE X-FORCE MEASUREMENT - Load cells – hydraulic – pneumatic – strain gauge load cellsMODULE X-FORCE MEASUREMENT - Speed measurement classifications – mechanical tachometer – Stroboscope – non contact methodMODULE X-FORCE MEASUREMENT - Torque measurement technique using strain gaugeMODULE XI-pH MEASUREMENT - Chromatography – classification – Gas chromatography – Liquid chromatography – Paper chromatography.MODULE XI-pH MEASUREMENT - electrodes for pH measurements, measuring electrodes – Hydrogen electrode, glass electrode, errors and its compensation in glass electrode – calomel electrode – combined pH electrode – Industrial electrode assemblies – DIP and Flow type Digital pH meter – pH control in effluent treatmentMODULE XI-pH MEASUREMENT - Introduction – Sorensen's scale – Buffer solution
Technical
100 Marks
HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHER GEOLOGY
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Higher Secondary School Teacher (Geology) in the Kerala Higher Secondary Education Department. The selection process typically involves a written examination.
90m
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PART I
Sec 1
Application of remote sensing data in geomorphology, environmental studies, land use, land cover studies; mineral and ground waterexploration.Application of thermodynamics in Geochemistry.Atmospheric, terrestrial and marine pollution.Changing concepts of waste and their disposal.Classification of folds and their recognition in the field.Classification of igneous rocks – textures and structures.Classification of Mineral deposits.Coal Geology: classification, petrography and distribution in India.Coastal Geomorphology and hill slope processes.Code of StratigraphicNomenclature and Modern stratigraphic classification.Concept of symmetry in crystals.Conoscopic study of minerals, interference figures and optic sign and optic axial angle.Controls of ore localization.Cretaceous rocks of Trichinopoly - Deccan Traps.Darcy's law and aquifer parameters.Definition of mineral, megascopic identification of minerals.Determination of pleochroic scheme.Different models of evolution of landscape.Elements of aerial photo interpretation.Factors, concepts and kinetics of metamorphism- metamorphic grades, zones and racies.Faults: terminology and classification.Foliation and Lineation.Formation and evolution of magma- Bowen's Reaction Principle and Series, Phase Diagrams:Binary and Ternary Systems.Fossls and fossilization.Fundamentals of ore dressing.Genetic significance of textures and structures of metamorphic rocks—Mineral parageneses—ACF & AKF diagrams.Geochemical distribution of elements- Geochemical cycle and classification.Geochemical, geobotanical and radiometric methods.Geographic Information system—Fundamental concepts and components.-applications in Geology.Geomorphic agents and processes-Fluvial GeomorphologyGeomorphology of KeralaGeophysical methods.Graphical representation of groundwater quality data.Ground water prospecting.Historical development and principles of stratigraphy.Historical development, fundamental concepts and scope of GeomorphologyHydrogeological properties and classification of rocks.Important crystal systems in crystallography.Important Pre-Cambrian formations of India with special reference to Karnataka and Kerala-Cuddapah and Vindhyan Supergroup.Isomorphism and polymorphism, Important optical properties under open and crossed nicols -refractive index, birefringence, interference colours, dichroism and pleochroism.Major geological events during different periods of earth's history.Man & Environment - Natural and anthropogenic Environmental hazards/disasters and their management.Metallogenic Epochs and Provinces.Methods/Guides to Mineral prospecting; exploratory workings; pitting, trenching and drilling.Micropalaeontology: Techniques in collection, separation and preparation .Microwave remote sensing.Mining terminology, Alluvial, Opencast, underground, coal, and deep sea mining methods.Modern trends in GeographyMorphology and evolution of Fishes, Amphibians, Reptiles and Mammals.Morphometric analysis: elements and parameters.Movement of groundwater.Ore deposits associated with mafic and ultramafic complexes.Ore reserve estimation.Origin and evolution of life.Palaeoecology and stratigraphic significance of Foraminifera and Ostracoda.Petrofabric analysis.Petrography and petrogenesis of Kimberlites, Carbonatites, Anorthosites, Basalts, Alkaline Rocks, and Granites.Petrogrphy and petrogenesis of charnockites, gneisses, migmatities, ecologites, schists and amphibolites.Petroleum Geology: origin, migration and accumulation of petroleum and natural gas.Petroliferous basins of India.Plalynology: classification and applications.Plate Tectonics , Continental drift, Polar wandering and Sea Floor Spreading.Pre-Cambrian stromatolites, classification and morphology.Principles and methods of isotope dating.Principles of aerial and satellite remote sensing.Principles of geological mapping and map reading.Principles of X-Ray crystallography.Quality of groundwater Physical, chemical properties.Rainwater harvesting and other method ground water recharge and conservation.Recent development in GeologyRock deformation: concept of stress and strain.Role of Gelogists in environmental studies.Sampling methods.Sandstones and limestones- Provenance studies.Sea water intrusion and Ghyben- Herzberg principle.Statistical analysis of grain size parameters and their geological significance.Stratabound and stratiform ore deposts.Stratigraphy of KeralaStructures and textures of sedimentary rocks- classification of sedimentary rocks.Trends in the evolution of Brachiopoda, Cephalopoda, Trilobita and Graptozoa.Types of aquifers.Types of remote sensing.Uniaxial and biaxial minerals, and indicatrices.Use of Remote sensing for ground water exploration.Various methods of geophysical exploration.Weathering – Type, Processes and products, Factors of soil formation – Soil profile.Well hydraulics: aquifer test and pumping test.
PART - IV
Sec 2
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyako yi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghesc Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories, printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
PART II
Sec 3
Methods of research;Paper, article, workshop, seminar, conference and symposium;Research Ethics;Research: Meaning, Characteristics and types;Steps of research;Thesis writing: its characteristics and format.Evaluation systems.Factors affecting teaching;Learner's characteristics;Methods of teaching;Teaching aids;Teaching: Nature, objectives, characteristics and basic requirements;
PART III
Sec 4
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc.Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc
Technical
100 Marks
LECTURE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Lecturer in Computer Science in Collegiate Education.
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Salient Features of Indian Constitution
Sec 1
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.
RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 2
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma ValiyakoYi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghesc Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories, printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS
Sec 3
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Sec 4
Recent developments in Computer Science8086 -Architecture-registers, RAM organization segment-offset addressing, real & protected modes, addressing modes, instructions – arithmetic, data movement, control, I/O string, logical. Subroutine call & return.Basic operational concepts – functional units.Boolean algebra & Laws.Combinational circuits – SOP & POS form, K-Map – encoders, Decoders, multiplexers, demultiplexers-sequential circuits-flipflops, registers & counters.Control unit organisation - Single bus and multibus organisation, Micro instruction, Microprogrammed and hardwired control, Microinstruction- program-sequencing, RISC &CISC (Features)Features of pentium processor.High performance computing – pipelining, basic conceps in parallel processing, Grid and cluster computing.I/O devices (keyboard, mouse, CRT/LCD/LED, Printers, scanners). I/O Interfacing – memory mapped & I/O Mapped I/O, Polling, interrupt driven I/O, DMA – controller. Serial communication – UART, RS 232, USB.Integer representation (signed & unsigned). Half and full address, sequential multiplier, Booth algorithm– floating point representation (IEEF).Memory – Hierarchi, organisation of RAM, types of RAM (SRAM, DRAM, SDRAM, DDRAM). Cache-operation, cashe mapping, multilevel organization of cache (LI/LII, Primary/secondary). Virtual memory page fault, TLB, segmentation – Multiple memory modules & interleaning.Number System (binary, hexa, octal, complements) codes (ASCII, UNICODE, BCD, GRAY), Error detecting and correcting code-parity and Hamming codes.Processor-8085-Architecture-instruction set, fetch & execute, addressing mode, interrupts.Secondary storage – Disk-CDROM/DVD.Arrays – representation-address calculation, sparse matrix representation, polynominal and sparse polynominal representation.Back tracking: General method, sub of subsets, 8-queries problem.Basic concepts of NP hard and NP - problem.Data Structures – abstract data types – time and space complexity (O, Ώ, θ) – practical complexities. Recursive algorithms. Randomized algorithms.Divide & conquer – general method, quick sort, merge sort.Dynamic programming: General method, multistage graph, all pairs shortest path.Greedy method – general method, knapscale problem, tree vertex splitting.Linkied list – single, doubly, circular lists. Header and trailer nodes, basic operations on linked lists (insertion, deletion, merging, concentration, search), linked polynominal, sparse matrix representation using linked list.Non-linear data structures – tree-basic definition, binary tree- array and linked representation, tree traversal (recursive and nonrecursive) threaded binary tree, binary search tree, AVL trees, B-trees, Red-black trees, decision and game trees.Queue – array and linked implementation – circular array queue, priority queue.Representation of graphs – BFS & DFS algorithm Minimum cost - free.Searching – binacy & sequential, sort, bubble, heap, insertion & selection.Stock-array and linked implementation. Application- evaluation and conversion of expressions.Concept of memory, address binding, logical address, physical address, swapping, contiguous allocation fixed partition variable partition fragmentation. Noncontiguous allocation, paging segmentation, virtual memory-demander paging. replacement algorithms, thrashing protection and security mechanisms, accidental data loss, protection mechanisms, user authentication, attack from inside, viruses, antiviruses.File management-concept, access methods, directory structure, file sharing, file system structure implementation, directory implementation allocation methods, free space managment.I/O managments, I/O hardware, application I/O interface kenrnel I/O subsystem DISK I/O, disk scheduling, swap space management RAID, disk cache.OS as a resource manager, structrue of OS shell, Kernel, utilities, resourse management routines, evlution of OS, multiprogramming, time sharing, real time systems, parallel systems, distributed systems, OS functions process disription and control, process control, process state, operation on process, concurrent process, threads, processes and threads, micro kernels, schedulers, scheduling algorithms, independent and concurrent processes, critical section, mutual exclution, Petersons solution, semaphore, classical synchronization concept of interprocess communications. Deadlock, starvation, conditions for deadlock, resource allocation problem, deadlock handling, prevention and avoidance, Bankers algorithm deadlock detection and recovery.System software – definition, components, operating system, language translator, loaders, linkers, interpreters, compilers, overview of compilation process, scanning, pausing, code optimization, software tools, library routines, text editors, program generators, debugging tools.Application layer- DNS, remote logging, file transfer, WWW & HTTP.Computer networks-Topology, Transmission models, categories of networks, transmission media (Twisted pair, coaxial cable, optical, satellite, cellular telephony, terrestrial microwave). OSI and TCP/IP modes.Data Link layer-Single bit & burst error, error detectiion, URC, LRC, CRC. Data compression – Hoffman code. Flow control and Error control, ethernet, CSMA/CD, TOKEN BUS.Database concepts, relational database-relational algebra, relational calcules (TRC & DRC) SQL – basic structure set operation, DDL, DML, embedded SQL, QBE.Database Design: ER Model, constraints & Keys, ER diagram. UML Relational database design – normal forms 1st to 5th , BCNF). Integrity and security domain constraints, referential integrity, assertions, triggers.File structures- indexing & hashing. Query optimization. Transaction management concurrency control, recovery systems and dead lock.Parallel & distributed databases, objected-oriented and object relational DBMS (basic ideas only).Network fundamentals-LAN, MAN, WAN, Wireless networks. Data communication- channel capacity, features of transmission media (twisted pair, coaxial cables, fiber optic cables, wireless). Multiplexing, switching nanoband and broadband ISDN, ATM.Network layer – Reapeating, bridges, routers gateways. Logical addressing internet protocols, address mapping (IP Address), error IPU 4 & IPU 6 reporting and multicasting, delivery, forwarding and routing algorithm – distance vector Link state, dijlestra algorithm.Physical layer – Digital data transmission, parallel and serial transmission, DTE-DCE, Modems-multiplexing FDM, TDM, WDM. Switching-packet, circuit, message/Transport layer: UDP, TCP & SCTP, congestion cotnrol and quality of service.Introduction to software Engineering, software engineering paradigms, process models, product and process, software, characteristics of software, software development life cycles, generic view of process, waterfall model, prototyping, spiral model, timeboxing, RAD, interative model. Comparison of different life cycle models, software project management project estimation techniques, software requirements analysis and specification, characteristics of SRS, components of SRS,metrics, quality metrics planning of project, effort estimation, risk management teqniques, project scheduling, PERT, GANTT charts.Object oriented analysis and design, objects attributes and methods, encapsulation, information hiding, messages, inheritance, polymorphism, UML, UML diagram, use case, class diagrams, sequence diagram, collaboration diagrams, state chart diagrams, activity diagrams, component diagrams, deployment diagrams, common coding errors, code inspection, code standards, source code control, code verification static analysis, testing, test plan, test cases, testing techniques and strategies – white box testing, basic path testing, condition testing, control and dataflow testing course effect graphing, cyclimatic complexity, black box testing, equivalance class partitioning, boudnary value analysis, unit testing, integrating testing, verification and validation, system testing – load testing, performance, runtime, stress testing, recovery testing, acceptance testing.Problem partitioning, abstraction, modularity, coupling, coheison, top down, bottom up strategies structured design/structured analysis (SA/SD), DID components, ER diagrams, decersion trees, decision tables, structured English, transform analysis.Software configuration management, software quality assurance, quality management, TQM, agile programming, extreme programming, formal methods, CASE tools, sin sigma tools, CMMI, CMM levels.C programming – Basic concepts, arrays, functions, pointers, structures, files.Java programming, brief history, java basics, data types, variables and arrays, operators, control statements, classes and methods, inheritance, exception handling – multi threading, stream I/O string handling packages. Inheritance and interface, deriving classes, method overriding, method overloading, access modifiers, abstract class and method, interfaces, packages imports and class path, exception handling try-catch-finally clause, threads, creating threads in applications, method in thread class, threads in applets. Java applets, windows, graphics and multimedia in Java, Java APIS, IO packages, Java input stream classes, Java output stream classes, file class, graphic and sound, AWT and swing, graphic methods, fonts, loading and viewing images, loading and playing sound, AWT & Event handling network programming, IP address & port numbers, URLs, client and server concept, port and socket, server socket, simple server and client program, java beans – properties and methods, event model, introspection, customisers and property editors, persistent storage. JDBC, RMI – Defining the remote interface, implemeting the remote interface, servelet overview – basic servelet architecture, servelet form processing, session management, database management, Javascript: Objects names literals and operators and expression statements, function,s events, windows documents forms.Object oriented programming – concepts, comparison with structural programming, classes and objects, data abstraction, encapsulation inheritence, polymorphism, dynamic binding, message passing, advantages – reusability, maintenance, security. Access modifiers, static members, friend function constructors and destructors, polymorphism, operator overloading, inheritance, virtual base classes.
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY/TEACHING APTITUDE
Sec 5
Methods of research;Paper, article, workshop, seminar, conference and symposium;Research Ethics;Research: Meaning, Characteristics and types;Steps of research;Thesis writing: its characteristics and format.Evaluation systems.Factors affecting teaching;Learner's characteristics;Methods of teaching;Teaching aids;Teaching: Nature, objectives, characteristics and basic requirements;
Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Sec 6
Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN GRADEII ||| LABORATORY ASSISTANT GRADE II
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts the Laboratory Technician Grade II / Laboratory Assistant Grade II Exam to recruit eligible candidates for various posts, including those in the Animal Husbandry Department.
90m
8s
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VETERINARY MICROBIOLOGY
Sec 1
Basic principles of disease diagnosis, diagnosis of bacterial infections, viral and fungal infections, isolation of the agent, identification of the agent using different culture media, staining techniques, and biochemical characterization, introduction to egg inoculation and cell culture like agglutination, precipitation, ELISA, AGID, FAT, CFT, lateral flow techniques, introduction to recent advances in molecular methods like PCR, different types of PCR, ribotyping etc., animal inoculation.Collection of clinical samples like blood, faeces, sputum, nasal swab, vaginal swab, serum separation and storage, blood collection from different species of animals including lab animals preparation of reagents for the storage of specimens, processing of clinical samplesDefinition-defense mechanisms of body, infections caused by bacteria, virus and fungus – nosocomial and iatrogenic infections, list of zoonotic diseases-clinical samples to be collected in each disease–Sample, preservation and transport of clinical specimens-processing of clinical specimens.Good laboratory practices, Sterilisation- Definition and methods, Microscopy- types of microscope- handling of microscope, staining – type of stains- staining techniques, Definition of culture media- ingredients of culture media- different types of media- preparation of media- sterility check and storage, introduction to lab animals- handling, care and management of lab animals.Isolation of bacteria from clinical samples, identification by colony morphology, staining, biochemical tests, isolation and identification of fungus, demonstration of serological and molecular techniques, methods of animal inoculation.Preparation of stains, different staining techniques- Gram’s staining, acid fast staining, Leishman’s staining, Wright’s staining, Lactophenol cotton blue staining, preparation and use of culture media- inoculation of culture and incubation, preparation of bacterial smears on slides, antibiotic sensitivity tests.
QUALITY CONTROL MEASURES IN FOOD INDUSTRY
Sec 2
Collection and processing of the sample for quality control tests, analysis of water- physical, chemical and microbiological, milk- rapid platform tests- direct and indirect quality control tests, analysis of meat- physical, chemical and microbiological, air – sampling and analysis.Definition-quality control, quality assurance, quality management, microbiological guidelines, specifications and standards, National agencies associated with quality control- BIS, PFA, MMPO, MFPO, AGMARK, International agencies associated with quality control, - codex alimentarius, FAO, WHO- quality control systems in food industry- HACCP, BPS, TQM, ISO series salient features, quality control tests used in food industry.
VETERINARY PATHOLOGY
Sec 3
Collection, Preservation &despatch of clinical materials like urine, milk and semen. Physical, Chemical and Microscopical examination of urine, milk and semen. Serum biochemistry-serum enzymes and electrolytes, blood sugar, serum proteins. Evaluation of serum enzymes like AST, ALT, ALP, Serum bilirubin, serum protein, sugar, Sodium, Potassium, Copper, Calcium, Urea etc.-Function tests of liver and kidneyGeneral introduction to hematology, Preparation of site and Collection of blood from different species, anticoagulants, separation of serum, TEC, TLC, DLC, ESR, PCV, Hb, Erythrocyte indices, Reticulocytes, Platelet count, Bleeding time and Clotting time, DLC – Staining – Common stains for hematology-Peculiarities of animal blood evaluationGeneral Principles of staining, Factors influencing staining –Simple stains, compound stains , Special stain, Classification of stain, Preparation of stains and slides, Staining procedures. Mounting, Labelling and Storage of slides, Inventory management of chemicals, Museum technology / preparation.Preservation of postmortem samples and biopsies, fixatives, documentation, cytology. Histopathology- Techniques in histopathology-Processing of tissues, section cutting, Staining, Preparation of specimens for cytologyUrinalysis- routine chemical tests, microscopical examination of sediments, Milk –various tests for mastitis, cell counts, chloride tests, white side test, California mastitis test, milk culture and antibiotic sensitivity test. Semen-, physical and microscopic examination, Preparation of semen smears and staining.
VETERINARY PARASITOLOGY
Sec 4
Diagnostic morphological features of nematodes, trematodes,cestodesaffecting animals, flies, fleas, lice, bugs, ticks and mitesaffecting animals-life cycle stages of helminths with special emphasis to demonstrable stages of parasitic helminths- Processing of samples, identification of ova of helminths in faeces, urine, nasal discharges etc.- Methods for identification helminth larvae from blood samples by Knott’s technique and histochemical staining. Micrometry- copro culture techniques and copro antigens- Detection of Anthelmintic resistance, Preparation of temporary and permanent mount of helminths. Fecal egg count reduction test and Egg hatch assay.Introduction to Clinical Parasitology, laboratory- Microscopy– Basic concepts in Veterinary helminthology, entomology, acarology and protozoology. Handling of equipments routinely used in lab like centrifuges, weighing balances, glass and plastic ware etc.Preparation of stains, like Hematoxylin stains, Acetic acid carmine, ZN carbol fuchsin, fixatives like 10% formalin, Boiun’s fluid, Carnoy’s fluid, Schaudinn’s fixative etc and mounting media like lactophenol, glycerol, Preparation of sporulation solution,etc.–Role of vectors in disease transmission-collection, processing, identification and preparation of permanent mounts-Xenodiagnosis- examination of skin scrapings-identification of adults and developing stages-processing and preservation of arthropods in dry and wet mounts.Techniques of collection of clinical materials including faeces, blood and urine-preparation of solutions and scientific handling of clinical samples–Collection and preservation of clinical materials as well as parasite specimens obtained, antemortem and post mortem-acquaintance with specimen maintenance.Temporary and permanent staining techniques of tissue protozoa including iodine staining, Heidenhan’s Iron Haematoxylin staining- preparation of blood smear, buffy coat smear, lymph node smear–Quantitative buffy coat system–wet film examination-Diagnostic morphological features of different classes of haemoprotozoa and protozoa like Giardia, Entameoba and Balentidium coli -coccidiosis - cryptosporidiosis - avian malaria- Haemoproteuscolumbae, babesiosis– theileriosis -toxoplasmosis and sarcocystis -Identification of diagnostic stages from secretions and excretions using conventional methods-recent trends in protozoan disease diagnosis from faecal smears- basic serological tests- basic immuno parasitological techniques- Lab animal inoculation for diseases like trypanosomosis, leishmanosis in animals, throat swab examination for trichomonosis in pigeon.
HAEMATOLOGY, CLINICAL PATHOLOGY & HISTOTECHNOLOGY
Sec 5
Haemopoiesis, Functions and estimation of Haemoglobin, Blood collection techniques, Anticoagulants, Blood cell counting, Blood smear and their Staining; Anaemia, Leukemia, PCV, ESR, Bleeding and Clotting time, Urine analysis-Physical, Chemical, Microscopy; Stool examination for ova, blood; Fixatives, Microtomy; Decalcification, Tissue processing ;H and E staining; Pap staining.
GENERAL BIOCHEMISTRY
Sec 6
Methods of measuring liquids and weighing solids; volumetric analysis; Preparation of standard solution; cleaning and preparation of laboratory glasswares; molar and percent solution; Carbohydrates- glycolysis, hormonal regulations of blood sugar, glycosuria, Ketosis; Lipids- Triglycerides, Cholesterol, lipoproteins. Protein: Basics of amino acids, Formation of Urea, creatinine, creatine, transaminases: proteinurea; electrolyte analysis; calorimetry.
GENERAL LABORATORY TECHNIQUES
Sec 7
Organization of a laboratory; specimen collection, handling, entry, containers, transport; storage of chemicals and reagents: common dangers/accidents in the lab ;principles and methods of quality control: principles, uses and maintenance of centrifuge, calorimeter, balance, refrigerator, water bath, glass wares, photometer, microscopes, autoclave, microtome, tissue processor; pipettes: preparation of distilled water.
General Microbiology
Sec 8
Rules of lab safety; sterilization and disinfection methods (dry and moist heat); Antiseptics: cross infection: Culture media- composition preparation and storage: anerobic and anaerobic culture methods. Simple and differential staining: common cocci and bacilli: mycoplasma: Chlamydia: collection of different specimens and their transport: Use of preservatives and transport media- Antibiotic susceptibility testing, basic biochemical characterization tests and serological tests- Widal, Coomb’s , VDRL, RPR, ELISA; KOH preparation; AFB staining, gram’s staining.
Technical
100 Marks
LECTURER IN ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Lecturer in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Government Polytechnics.
75m
6s
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Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 2
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 3
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 4
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Sec 5
Gauss’s law and applications, electric field, electric potential, electric field lines, electric dipoles, potential gradient, conductors, dielectrics, capacitance, polarisation, method of images, dielectric strength, Biot-Savart’s law, Ampere’s circuital law, Stoke’s theorem, scalar and vector magnetic potential, force between current carrying wires, Maxwell’s equation – wave equation – Poynting theorem.Node and Mesh analysis, transient response of dc and ac networks, sinusoidal steady state analysis, resonance, two port network, independent and dependent voltage and current sources, coupled circuits, tuned coupled circuits, Network theorems – superposition, reciprocity, substitution, compensation, Thevenin, Norton, Millman, Telligen and Maximum power transfer theorems. Analysis of Three phase circuits, symmetrical components, graph theory – analysis of network using cut-set and tri-set. Filters constant – K low pass, high pass and band-pass filters – m derived, low pass, high pass and band pass filters.Alternator: Types, synchronous reactance, voltage regulation, emf and mmf methods, short circuit ratio, Two reaction theory, alternator on infinite bus, power angle characteristics, parallel operation, effect of variation of power input & excitation.Basic concepts of ac and dc drives.DC generator – Emf equation, armature reaction & commutation, characteristics, voltage build up, applications.DC machines – Types of excitation, constructional features.DC motor – Torque equation, characteristics of shunt, series & compound motors, necessity & types of starters, speed control, applications, Swinburne’s test, Hopkinson’s test.Single phase induction motor – double field revolving theory, starting methods.Single phase Transformer – leakage reactance, equivalent circuit, losses and efficiency, voltage regulation, OC, SC and Sumpner’s tests, Distribution transformer, all day efficiency, autotransformer – saving of copper three phase transformer – connections, vector groupings, parallel operation.Synchronous machines: - constructional features, winding factor.Synchronous motor – principle of operation, methods of starting, hunting & its reduction.Three phase induction motor – constructional features, types, slip rotor frequency, power flow, Torque – slip curve, effect of rotor resistance, starting methods, speed control.Circuit Breakers – types and operations, selection of circuit breakers, calculation of fault KVA, protection against lightning and overvoltages.Conventional and non-conventional systems of power generation, power plant economics, load factor, demand factor, diversity factor, Transmission line parameters – T and ∏ models GMD and GMR, ABCD constants, overload lines – arrangement of conductors – sag, economic span, choice of transmission voltage, types of insulators, string efficiency, distribution systems – types, comparison of DC and AC single phase and 3 phase systems.Electric heating – Advantages, types and applications.Electric traction – speed – time curves - mechanicsFaults on power systems – LG, LL, LLG and 3 phase faults. Fault analysis using Z Bus.One line diagrams per unit quantities, formation of Y bus and Z Bus. Load flow studies – Gauss – Seidal, Newton Raphson and Fast decoupled load flow methods.Power system stability, steady state transient and dynamic stability, equal area criterion, swing curve.Principles of PMMC, moving iron, and electrodynamometer type instruments, error analysis, measurement of voltage, current, power energy and power factor, induction type watt-hour meter, DC bridges and AC bridges, magnetic measurements, Instrument transformers, digital voltmeters and multimeters, digital measurements of frequency, phase angle, time interval. Electronic energy meter, high voltage measurements, oscilloscopes, Data acquisition systems, Transducers for temperature, flow and pressure.Protective relays: types and operation, protective zones, different protection schemes.Concept of stability – Routh’s stability criterion – Root locus – effect of addition of poles and zeros.Frequency domain analysis – Nyquist & Bode plots, gain margins and phase margin, lag, lead and lag-lead compensators and their design using Bode plot.Nonlinear system: - characteristics, types of non-linearities, describing functions analysis – concept, singular points – focus, centre, node and saddle points – limit cycle.Open loop and closed loop system: Transfer function, force-voltage & force-current analogy, block diagrams, signal flow graphs – Mason’s gain formula – characteristic equation, time domain analysis – transient & steady state responses – time domain specifications & steady state error.State space analysis of system: State space models, state transition matrix, relationship between state equations and transfer function, controllability and observability.Types of signals and systems, sampling process, sampling theorem, convolution of discrete time signals, analysis of LTI systems using Z transforms. DFT and FFT, Types of digital filters.BJT and FET amplifiers – biasing circuits, types of amplifiers, low frequency and high frequency considerations. Oscillators and feedback amplifiers, operational amplifier circuits and applications – simple active filters. VCO’s and timers. Voltage regulators using linear IC’s, combinational and sequential logic circuits – flip flops, counters, shift registers, TTL & CMOS logic families, memories – ROM, PROM, EPROM & RAM.Schmitt trigger, multivibrators, sample and hold circuits, A to D and D to A converters, 8 bit and 16 bit microprocessor basics, architecture, programming and interfacing.Thyristors, triacs, GTO’s MOSFETS & IGBTS – principles of operation, triggering circuits, phase control rectifiers, bridge converters – fully controlled and half controlled, Inverters and choppers.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 6
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Technical Supervisor
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Technical Supervisor in Kerala Artisans' Development Corporation Limited, requiring a Degree/Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronics Engineering.
120m
8s
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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING > BOILER
Sec 1
AIR STANDARD CYCLES – Otto cycle, diesel cycle, dual combustion cycle, Carnot cycle(brief explanation with PV diagram).BOILER – Define boiler, function of boiler- classification of boiler, comparison boiler specifications, Boiler mountings and boiler accessories(working and functions only).CLASSIFICATION OF COOLING SYSTEMS – Air cooling and water cooling, functions and radiator and thermostatCOMPOUNDING OF STEAM TURBINES - Velocity compounding, pressure compounding, pressure velocity compounding – purpose of compounding.Differentiate IC and EC engine, working four stroke petrol and diesel engine, two stroke petrol and diesel engine, comparison of petrol and diesel engine, comparison of four stroke and two stroke engine. Functions of carburetor and fuel injector.FUNDAMENTALS OF THERMODYNAMICS – Concept of system – open, closed, isolated system.IGNITION SYSTEMS – Working of coil ignition, magneto ignition system and electronic ignition system.INCENTIVES - Straight piece rate system, time rate system, piece rate system with guaranteed minimum wage-differential piece rate system(explanation only)Intrinsic properties and extrinsic properties – Laws of thermodynamics and laws of perfect gases – Thermodynamic processes – constant volume process, constant pressure process, adiabatic process, and isothermal process (explanation only).OBJECTIVES OF TRAINING – Explain the methods of training.ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE – Line organization, functional organization, line and staff organization.POWER PLANTS – Types of power plants such as hydroelectric, thermal, nuclear and diesel power plants.PROPERTIES OF STEAM - Wet steam, dry steam, super heating steam, and dryness fraction(definition only).RENEWABLE DIFFERENT TYPES OF OWNERSHIP – Sole proprietorship, partnership, private limited company, public limited company(brief description).STEAM CONDENSERS – Jet condensers and surface condensers (working only).WAGES – Importance of good wage plan, types of wages, wage payment systemsWorking of steam engine, function of steam nozzles, working of steam turbines, classification steam turbines.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING > PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS
Sec 2
ALLOWANCES OF PATTERN- Shrinkage, draft,machining,distortion, and.rapping allowances.CLASSIFICATION OF GAUGES – Plug gauge, ring gauge , snap gauge, screw pitch gauge, feeler gauge and standard wire gauge.COMPARATORS - mechanical, Electrical and optical comparators. (working only) .DEFECTS OF WELDING – causes and remedies of the defects, Soldering and brazing (brief description).FITTING – tools used in fitting(files, punches, vice, chisels, hammers, surface plate, surface gauge , V-Block, combination set, drills, calipers, taps and dies, reamers(uses of these tools).FOREIGN OPERATIONS - upsetting , drawing down, setting down punching, welding and cutting (description only).FOUNDRY – uses of different foundry tools, types of moulding sand, properties of moulding sand, different moulding processes such as bench moulding, pit moulding, floor moulding and sweep moulding,GAS WELDING – oxy-acetylene welding (description only),gases used types of flames(uses)other welding such as sub-merged arc welding, MIG and TIG welding. (description only)Heat treatment – annealing, normalizing, hardening, tempering, case hardening.(description only).LATHE – Types of lathes, lathe parts, specifications, operations on lathe such as turning, taper turning, facing, boring, drilling, threading and reaming.MEASURING INSTRUMENTS–Precision and non precision instruments. (definition and name only) vernier caliper, micrometer, vernier height gauge and depth gauge,Mechanical properties, physical properties, thermal properties , electrical properties and chemical properties.METAL CUTTING – difference between orthogonal and oblique cutting, cutting speed, feed depth of cut(definition only), and properties of various cutting tool materials.METALS AND ALLOYS – Types of cast iron, properties, application of cast iron. List the various types of steels such as low carbon steels, medium carbon steel, stainless steel, and high carbon steel and magnetic steel, Brief explanation of non – ferrous metals and alloys of aluminum and copper.TESTING OF MATERIALS – destructive and non destructive testing.Tool and work holding devices used in lathe- Uses of shaping slotting and planning machines – Gear manufacturing (varies methods only)- Importance of Jigs and fixtures.WELDING – Classification welding, advantages and limitations of welding, principle of arc welding, arc welding machines such as DC generator and AC transformers(working only).
ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING > ELECTRONICS CIRCUITS
Sec 3
Amplifier coupling schemes.Amplifiers –CB&CE amplifiers.Comparison between voltage and power amplifiers.Multivibrators –types .Oscillators-conditions for oscillation, classification of oscillators.RC phaseshift oscillator, wein bridge oscillator, hartely oscillator, colpitt’s oscillator, crystal oscillator.Schmit trigger working , Definition of UTP, LTP, hysteresis.Types of feedback in amplifiers.Voltage and power amplifiers.Working of astable, monostale and bistable multivibrators.
ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING > BASIC ELECTRONICS
Sec 4
Applications of clippers and clampers.Applications of transistors .Bipolar junction transistors –PNP&NPN.Clipping circuits, clamping circuits.Comparison of BJT and JFET.Different configurations.Different regions in the characteristics of CE&CB configurations, loadline, operating point, concept of α and β relation between them.Filters-different types.JFETS and MOSFETS.PN Junction, behaviour of PN Junction in forward bias and reverse bias.RC integrator&differentiator circuits, applications.Rectifiers-half wave and full wave rectifiers.Working principle.Zener diode-working, applications.Zener regulator, regulator ICs.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING > DC MACHINES AND AC MACHINES
Sec 5
Applications of DC motors.Applications of permanent magnet DC motors.Back emf in DC motors.Characteristics of DC generators.Characteristics of DC motors.Classification of AC generators, working principle of three phase induction motor types of induction motors -squirrel cage and slip ring, Applications of three phase induction motors, Method of starting of three phase induction motors.Classification of DC generators.Construction and working of AC generators.Construction and working of DC generator.Different types of DC motors.Different types of single phase induction motors, Uses of single phase induction motor.Emf equation of DC generators.Equation for armature torque in DC motors.Necessity of starters in DC motors- 3 point starter and 4 point starter.Principle of working of single phase induction motors.Working principle of DC motors.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING > A C FUNDAMENTALS AND TRANSFORMERS
Sec 6
Calculation of active power, reactive power, apparent power, and power factor in single phase AC circuits.Classification of transformers based on construction and function.Construction and working principle of transformer, Emf equation of transformer.Differentiate the welding transformer and power transformer.Faraday’s laws of electromagnetic induction.Generation of alternating emf, emf equation of alternating voltage instantaneous value maximum value, average value, rms value of alternating quantity, inductance, capacitance, and impedance in AC circuits.RLC series and parallel circuits.Self induced emf&mutually induced emf.Three phase AC Circuits- Star&Delta connection, voltage and current relation, expression for three phase power.Three phase power generation.Three phase power measurement using three wattmeter and two wattmeter method.Working principle of auto transformer.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING > LEAD ACID CELL, MEASURING INSTRUMENTS & UTILISATION
Sec 7
Classification of instruments based on function, construction, and methods of measurement, Deflecting torque, Controlling torque, Damping torque, Construction and working of permanent magnet moving coil instruments, construction and working of moving iron instruments(both attraction and repulsion type).Construction and working of Lead acid cell.Efficiency and rating of batteries.Method of charging and discharging of lead acid cell.Principle and working of dynamometer type wattmeter, Current transformers and potential transformers.Principle of heat production from electric power, Industrial applications of electric heating, Different types of electric heating-induction heating and dielectric heating.Various aspects for the maintenance of lead acid cell.Working of Arc furnaces and induction furnaces.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING > PROPERTIES OF FLUIDS
Sec 8
FLUID PRESSURE AND ITS MEASUREMENTS- Define pressure, atmospheric pressure, absolute pressure and gauge pressure, Pascal’s law.FRICTION- Types of friction, laws of friction, definition of angle of friction, co-efficient of friction and limiting of friction(simple problems).LOSSES OF HEAD IN PIPES –Major and minor losses –loss of energy due to friction – Darcy’s formula for loss of head in pipes, Chezy’a formula (simple problems).NOTCHES– Rectangular Notch, Triangular Notch, discharge over notches(Simple problems) .ORIFICES – Types of orifices – vena contracts- coefficient of contraction, coefficient of velocity, coefficient of discharge(simple problems).Pressure measurement by piezo meter tube, simple manometer and differential manometer, (simple problems).PROPERTIES OF FLUIDS – Density, specific weight, specific volume, specific gravity(simple problems).PUMPS – Different types of pumps(working only), function of air vessels,foot valve and strainer, slip of a pump.Statement of Bernoulli’s Theorem, Bernoulli’s equation, continuity equation, working of venturimeter, orifice meter and pitot tube (simple problems).STRESS AND STRAIN – Definition of stress, strain, longitudinal strain, lateral strain, Poisson’s ratio, factor of safety, statement of hook’s law(simple problems).Turbines – classification, Impulse and reaction turbines, classification of reaction turbines, use of draft tube , working of pelton whell and Francis turbine.
Technical
100 Marks
Foreman (Central Workshop)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Foreman (Central Workshop) in the Medical Education Department. The written examination consists of multiple-choice objective-type questions.
90m
8s
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ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING > Module VII (D. C GENERATOR)
Sec 1
A.C GENERATORSC GENERATORD.C MOTORDESIGN OF ILLUMINATIONFUSESSINGLE PHASE INDUCTION MOTORSSTEPPER MOTORS
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING > MODULE – IV (IC AND EC ENGINES AND THERMODYNAMICS)
Sec 2
AIR STANDARD CYCLESCLASSIFICATION OF COOLING SYSTEMScomparison of four stroke and two stroke enginecomparison of petrol and diesel engineDifferentiate IC and EC engineFunctions of carburetor and fuel injectorFUNDAMENTALS OF THERMODYNAMICSGOVERNING OF IC ENGINESIGNITION SYSTEMSPSYCHOMETRIC PROCESSESREFRIGERATIONTRANSMISSION SYSTEMStwo stoke petrol and diesel engineworking four stroke petrol and diesel engine
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING > MODULE – I (PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS)
Sec 3
ALLOWANCES ON PATTERNCLASSIFICATION OF GAUGESCOMPARATORSDEFECTS OF WELDINGFITTINGFORGING OPERATIONSFOUNDRYGAS WELDINGGear manufacturingHeat treatmentImportance of Jigs and fixturesLATHEMEASURING INSTRUMENTSMETAL CUTTINGMETALS AND ALLOYSECMEDMUSMPROPERTIES OF MATERIALSSoldering and brazingTESTING OF MATERIALSUses of shaping slotting and planning machinesWELDING
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING > MODULE – II (PROPERTIES OF FLUIDS)
Sec 4
Bernoulli’s equationcontinuity equationFLUID PRESSURE AND ITS MEASUREMENTSFRICTIONLOSSES OF HEAD IN PIPESNOTCHESorifice meterORIFICESPitot tubePROPERTIES OF FLUIDSPUMPSStatement of Bernoulli’s TheoremSTRESS AND STRAINTurbinesworking of venturimeter
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING > MODULE – III (BOILER)
Sec 5
BOILERclassification steam turbinesCOMPOUNDING OF STEAM TURBINESDIFFERENT TYPES OF OWNERSHIPfunction of steam nozzlesINCENTIVESMANAGEMENTOBJECTIVES OF TRAININGORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTUREPOWER PLANTSPrinciple of working of tidal power plantsPROPERTIES OF STEAMsolar energyWIND ENERGYSTEAM CONDENSERSWAGESWorking of steam engineworking of steam turbines
ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING > Module V (MEASURING INSTRUMENTS)
Sec 6
Current sourceDependent and independent sourceEFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON RESISTANCEElectric power and energy in D.C. CircuitsLinear and non linear circuitKirchoff’ LawsNorton’s theoremSuper position theoremThevenin’s theoremPassive and active circuitUnilateral and bilateral circuitVoltage and current division in a branch of a DC networkVoltage source
ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING > Module VIII (DIGITAL CIRCUITS)
Sec 7
LOGIC GATESNumber systemPOWER DEVICESRECTIFIERS, REGULATORS & WAVE SHAPING
ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING > Module VI (SINGLE PHASE AC CIRCUITS)
Sec 8
ECONOMICS OF POWER COST OF GENERATIONSINGLE PHASE AC CIRCUITSTRANSFORMER
Technical
100 Marks
TRACER
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Tracer in the Soil Survey and Soil Conservation Department.
90m
6s
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Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 1
Introduction: Function of air compressors - uses of compressed air .Classification of compressors: Working of reciprocating (single stage and two stage) compressors, Rotary compressors (fans, blowers), centrifugal compressors and axial flow compressors P-V diagram of single stage and two stage compressors - derivation of work done - power required to drive the compressor (simple problems) - inter coolers - advantages of multistage compressors. Efficiencies of air compressor - mechanical efficiency, isothermal efficiency, isentropic efficiency, volumetric efficiency, derivation of volumetric efficiency in terms of clearance volume and stroke volume, effect of clearance on volumetric efficiencyAssumption, Air standard efficiency Brief explanation with P-V diagrams and derivation of air standard efficiency of Carnot Cycle, Otto cycle, Diesel cycle, Joule cycle, Brief explanation of dual combustion cycle with P-V diagram (No derivation of air standard efficiency), Simple and direct problems using standard expressionsCalorific value of fuels - Gross or higher calorific value - net calorific value - (simple problems) -Determination of calorific values - bomb calorimeter- Gas calorimeter . Combustion of fuels - Atomic theory- structure - Combustion equation of solid fuels - Minimum mass of air required for combustion.- Mass of carbon in flue gases. - Mass of flue gas per kg of fuel burnt - Flue gas analysis - Orsat apparatusDefinition, Classification, Two stroke engines, Two stroke petrol engines, Four stroke engines, Four stroke diesel engines (construction and working using simple line sketches), Four stroke petrol engines, Functions of different parts of I.C. Engines (No sketch required), Comparison between - Two stroke and four stroke engines, Petrol and diesel engines, Testing of IC engines -determination of indicated power - brake power - mechanical efficiency - indicated thermal efficiency brake thermal efficiency - specific fuel consumption -heat balance sheet.Heat exchangers - Function of heat exchangers, types of heat exchangers - Recuperator type and regenerative type, parallel flow, counter flow and cross flow. Concept of Logarithmic mean temperature difference (LMTD) and AMTD. LMTD for parallel flow and counter flow heat exchangers (no derivation). Simple problems to calculate heat transfer by LMTD method.Modes of heat transfer - conduction, convection and radiation. Fields of applications of heat transfer. Thermal conduction, Fourier's law of thermal conduction, thermal conductivity, conduction through a plane wall, simple problems. Thermal radiation - Reflection, absorption, and transmission of radiation, absorptivity, reflectivity and transmissivity. Concept of black body. Stefan's Boltzman's law of total radiation, concept of grey body, Thermal convection - Newton - Rikhman equation Q = hAt, Free convection, forced convectionTypes of Fuels - its value in engineering - classification of fuels - solid fuels - liquid fuels - gaseous fuels - merits and demerits of Gaseous fuels requirements of a good fuel.
Mechanics of Materials
Sec 2
Classification of beams - cantilever, simply supported, fixed, overhanging and continuous types of loading - concentrated, uniformly distributed and uniformly varying Shear force and bending moment - definition and sign conventions. Calculation of SF and BM for cantilever, simply supported and overhanging beams and sketching of SF and BM diagrams (for point load, u.d. load, uniformly varying load and combinations of u.d. and point loads) Relation between SF and BM. Maximum BM - point of contra flexure.Columns -definitions - effect of axial load on columns -column, strut, slenderness ratio, buckling factor, buckling load or crippling load, safe load - types of columns - short column, medium size column, long column - Euler's equations and its assumption for crippling load for different End conditions - both end hinged - one end is fixed and other is free, one end is fixed and other is hinged, both ends fixed - limitation of Euler's equation - equivalent length - Rankin's formulaeStrut, column - failure of strut, short and long columns - types of end conditions Euler's formula for columns of different end conditions - slenderness ratio - limitations of Euler's formula – applications.Types - lap, butt, single cover, double cover, single, double, multiple, chain, zigzag, diamond - empirical proportions - diameter of rivet, plate thickness, margin, pitch - rivet materials. Types of failure - rivets - by crushing and shearing - failure of plate by tearing - strength and efficiency of joints - design of joints - lap and butt, single and double riveted, single and double cover joint - caulking and filtering operations. Types of failures two troughs, two cylinders, hoop stress - longitudinal stress - calculation of thickness and pressureSprings :-Introduction - stiffness of a spring - types of spring - leaf spring - helical springs - closely coiled and open coiled helical spring with round wire - properties of spring materials - closely – coiled helical springs - subjected to an axial load, an axial twist - stress induced - length - number of turns pitch deflection - stiffness - diameter Torsional shear stress - torsional stress and strains - polar moment of inertia .Stress and strain - types of stresses - Elasticity - Hook's law - Young's modulus - stresses and strains in uniform sections of same and composite materials Mechanical properties of materials - Elasticity, stiffness, plasticity, toughness, brittleness, ductility, malleability and hardness - Tensile test on ductile material (mild steel bar) and stress strain curve - compression test on brittle material (cement concrete) and stress strain curve - limit of proportionality, elastic limit, yield point - ultimate stress - breaking stress - working stress and factor of safety. Temperature stresses - elongation and contraction due to temperature change - temperature stress when deformation is fully or partially prevented - temperature stress in composite sections Linear strain and lateral strain - poisson's ratio- volumetric strain - volumetric strain of a bar subjected to normal forces on its faces - Bulk modulus - modulus of rigidity - relationship between elastic constants
Building Materials and Construction
Sec 3
Brick masonry: Different types of bonds for walls, piers and junctions of walls for equal and unequal thickness - English, Flemish (Single and Double Flemish)-Specification for brick masonry as per relevant codes. Hollow block masonry: Types of hollow blocks used in construction and methods of construction- Advantages and Disadvantages with reference to other types of masonry. Solid block masonry and inter locking block masonry. Partition walls-Types-materials- requirements.Bricks: Raw materials used - Composition of brick earth, manufacturing methods (Description only) - IS specifications of bricks - characteristics of good brick used for building purpose. Tiles: Types of tiles-characteristics-uses-Porcelain and glazed tiles Earthenware and stoneware pipes -uses-qualities.Cement Concrete: Plain concrete-Water cement ratio-Ingredients and proportioning methodscharacteristics- preparation-workability-Tests on Cement concrete-Laboratory tests and field tests- Slump test, compaction factor test-Qualities of water used for mixing. Reinforced cement concreteComponent parts of a building and their functions- Masonry: Classification- Stone masonry-Brick masonry-Laterite masonry - composite masonry. Different types of stone masonry-General principles and specifications for stone masonry as per relevant codes.Lime: Sources of lime-Classification-methods of manufacturing (Description only) Cements: Composition, Compounds present, Manufacturing methods-characteristics of cement, Types of cement-Properties of each-characteristics of cement-Tests on cement- Consistency test, fineness test, Sp.gravity test, Setting time test, Soundness test.Metals: Ferrous metals-Wrought iron, Cast iron, Mild steel- -Special steels-High carbon steel, High tensile steel and stainless steel (Properties and uses only)-Non ferrous metals: Aluminum, Copper, Lead, Zinc and Titanium-important alloys- properties and uses.Mortar: Preparation of lime and cement mortar-Proportions of mortar for various items of work-tests on cement mortar.Paints and Varnishes: Types-Constituents-Preparation-characteristics and application.Plastics: types-characteristics and properties of P V C-uses-Limitations of using plastics. Rubber: Characteristics and properties, uses.Sand: Sources of sand-River sand, Sea sand and pit sand-Limitations of mining of sand from rivers and sea shore- M-sand,alternatives of sand.Stone - classification - geological, Physical and chemical classification - characteristics of good building stone - varieties of stones - granite - trap - basalt - sand stone - Laterite. Values of load bearing capacity of stones. Quarrying of stones - methods - wedging and blasting - explosives used. Dressing of stones.Timber and wood products: Structural classification- Soft wood and hard wood-defects in timberseasoning of timber-preservation of timber-wood products-veneers, ply wood, particle boardfibreboard, hard board, etc.
Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines
Sec 4
Buoyancy - Centre of Buoyancy - Types equilibrium of floating bodies, Metacentre and metacentric heightDefinition of density, specific volume, specific gravity, viscosity, kinematic & dynamic viscosity, compressibility, vapour pressure, cohesion, adhesion, surface tension and capillarity. Intensity of pressure at a point - pressure head - units of pressure - Pascal's law Atmospheric pressure - Gauge pressure - Absolute pressure - vacuum pressure - problems - Measurements of atmospheric pressure - simple mercury barometers - pressure measuring devices - peizometer tubes, manometers - U-tube - simple differential and inverted tubes only - Mechanical Gauge - Bourdon tube pressure gauge. Pressure on plane surfaces immersed in liquid. Total pressure and center of pressure on horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces immersed in liquids. Pressure on lock, gates, sluice gate.Definition of orifice, types of orifices - (based size, shape flow condition) - definition of vena contracta - hydraulic coefficients - Cv, Cc, Cd - experimental determination. Submerged and partially submerged orifices. Large rectangular orifice - expression for discharge - derivation. Time for emptying a prismatic tank through an orifice at bottom or in the side- head loss due to sudden enlargement and sudden contraction at the entrance of pipe from large vessel, at the exit of a pipe line, obstruction in a pipe line derivation of expression for head loss due to enlargement & contraction - Types of notches - rectangular, triangular and trapezoidal notches. Discharge over rectangular, triangular and trapezoidal notches. Classifications - definition - discharge over rectangular weir, end contraction in weir effect of end contraction over discharge - Francis formula and Bazin's formula for end contraction- velocity of approach - problems broad crested weir - problems submerged weir description. Mouth piece - different types - external and internal- cylindrical.Frictional loss in pipes - Chezy's and Darcy's formulae - Derivation and problems Hydraulic gradient and total energy line-Water hammer and its effect (description only) Syphon. Flow through Channels Wetted perimeter Hydraulic mean depth- uniform and non-uniform flow - Chezy's formula.Control valves - Functions - classifications - ratings - Describe the working of pressure controll valves viz, relief valves - pilot operated relief valve - poppet valve - sequence valve Direction control valves - types - sliding spool type - rotary spool type - check valves - 1 way, 2 way, 3 way directional control valves, pilot operated check valve, solenoid control valve. Flow control valves - types - gate, globe, pressure compensated butterfly valves, non return valve, application circuits of control valves. Seals - packings - materials for seals and packings - purpose of sealing . Filters - types - necessity of filtration of fluids - intensifier - motors and accumulators - purpose of accumulators viz, shock suppressions, fluid makeup, leakage compensation, emergency power and holding - types of accumulators - weight loaded, spring loaded, gas loadedLayout - intake works, pressure tunnel, penstock, surge tank, action of surge tank anchor blocks and tailrace.Introduction - types of fluid flow - steady and unsteady flow - uniform and non-uniform flow - laminar and turbulent flow - compressible and incompressible flow - rotational and ir-rotational flow - one, two and three dimensional flow - rate of flow or discharge - equation of continuity of a liquid flow - simple problems - energy of a liquid in motion - potential energy - kinetic energy - pressure energy - total energy - total head of liquid in motion - Euler's equation of motion - Bernoulli's equation from Euler's equation - assumptions - simple problems - practical applications of Bernoulli's equation - venturimeter - Orifice meter - pitot tube .Centrifugal pump - Introduction - types of casing—piping system of CP—work done manometric head—efficiencies - discharge—power required to drive -multistage pumps -simple problems. Performance—specific speed of CP—selection of pumps based on specific speed and head— cavitation—priming.Characteristics of Turbines -Significance—specific speed—selection of Turbine— selection based on specific speed and head of water—characteristic curve for Impulse and reaction TurbinesIntroduction-development of water Turbines-classification-impulse Turbine-Pelton wheelcomponents- velocity triangle and work done. Workdone-power produced efficiency-number of jets - design of Pelton wheel—governing—other impulse Turbines .Reaction turbines - components—difference between impulse& Reaction— Classification of Reaction Turbines -discharge—power produced—efficiencies—Francis Turbine— Kaplan Turbine—Draught tubes—other reaction turbines.Reciprocating pumps - Types-comparison of CP&RP-discharge-slip-power required-air vessels-indicator diagram of RP
Introduction to Computers & Word Processing
Sec 5
Introduction, application of computers, generations of computers, classification of computers -analog, digital, hybrid Computers, Structure of a computer - Hardware and Software components -Input unit, Output unit, ALU, Memory unit, Control unit, CPU, Microprocessor, micro, mini, supercomputers - machine languages, assembly languages, high level languages - system soft ware, application software - assembler, compiler, operating system - Types of memory - primary memory, secondary memory, sequential access , random access memory, RAM, ROM - magnetic tape, floppy, hard disc, compact disc - input devices, out put devices.
Engineering materials and properties
Sec 6
Metallic and non-metallic properties such as: - Mechanical, strength, hardness, toughness, brittleness, creep, fatigue, stiffness, ductility, malleability, elasticity and plasticity. Electrical Properties: - Resistance and Resistivity, conductance and conductivity, capacitance. Magnetic properties: - Magnomotive force, rellectance, permeance, hysterisis Thermal properties: - Specific heat, thermal conductivity, thermal resistance, and thermal diffusivity. Chemical properties: - Corrossion resistance, acidity and alkalinity.Physical properties: - density, viscosity, colour, finish, porosity.Organic and ceramic materials- Introduction, classification of rubber: - natural and synthetic rubber, Plastic: - thermosetting and thermoplastic with examples - requirements of plastic and elastimers and their uses. Classification of ceramics - properties and uses - glass building stone, refractory materials, abrasive - materials, concrete.Testing of Engineering Materials - Destructive testing: - tension and compression test. Hardness test: - Brinell, rock well, Vickers - impact test, fatigue test and creep test. Nondestructive testing: - Radio graphic, ultrasonic inspection,
Technical
100 Marks
Vocational Teacher (Maintenance and Repairs of Automobiles)
This examination is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) for the recruitment of Vocational Teachers in Maintenance and Repairs of Automobiles for the Vocational Higher Secondary Education Department.
120m
9s
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Automobile Engineering > Autoelectrical systems and equipments
Sec 1
Battery: Introduction, Types of battery. Brief description of lead acid and alkaline cell, Constructional details of lead acid cell, nickel alkaline cell, Active materials of lead acid cell, Chemical action of lead acid cell, Rating of Battery, Capacity of Battery – ampere hour and watt hour, Efficiency Battery – ampere hour and watt hour, Effect of discharge rate on voltage and capacity, Effect of temperature on voltage and capacity, Battery charging, Constant voltage, Constant current. Defects – Effect of overheating, Effect of overcharging, dislocation of active material, sulphation, Internal short circuits, Corrosion / sulphation of terminals. Testing of battery – Polarity test, State of charge, Specific gravity test by hydrometer, high rate discharge test by cell tester, Cadmium test, Lamp test Care and maintenance of battery – Topping up of Battery & other maintenance schedule, Storage of lead acid battery (in dry & wet condition), Maintenance free battery.Generator and Alternator: Constructional details of automobile dynamo – special features of automobile dynamo, constructional details of alternator – special features of automobile alternator, charging system – Introduction – necessity, Types of regulators – circuit diagram, Cut out, Voltage regulator, current regulator – 3 stage, Electronic voltage regulator in alternators, Starter motor & its drive mechanism, Introduction, Starting of I. C. Engine (Petrol & Diesel) – motor characteristics, Terms like Engine torque – motor torque – cranking speed – motor locked torque etc, starter switch, starter motor – constructional features – special features of automobile starters, Starter Motor Drives, Necessity, Types of starter motor drives – mechanisms of – Bendix drive (inboard & outboard), Over running Clutch, Axial starter (sliding armature), Pre-engaged typeLighting system & other electrical accessories: Head light – Reflectors, lenses, Bulbs (constructional features), Dazzle and its avoidance, Focusing of head lamps, Automatic dim & bright circuit, other lights – parking light, side lamp, tail lamp, roof lamp, fog lamp, brake light, dash board light, Types of bulbs – vacuum, gas filled, halogen. Introduction, Electrical fuel pump, electric horn, wind screen wiper – types, constructional features, working, Traffic Indicator – Electrical & Electronic, gauges like, fuel level indicator, oil pressure gauge, temperature gauge, Electrically operated – power window, solenoid operated fuel cut off, wind shield washer, constructional features & working, electronically operated central locking system.Spark Ignition System: Introduction, Types of ignition system – coil & magneto – study of coil ignition, Component study of ignition system – ignition coil, Contact breaker points, Cam angle, condenser, distributor, Spark plug – types, Spark plug specifications, Spark advance & retard mechanism (centrifugal & vacuum), Magneto ignition system – Low tension & high tension, Rotating armature & rotating magnet type, Polar inductor type C. D. ignition system, Electronic ignition systems, Magnetic pickup type & hall effect sensor type, Transistorized ignition, computer controlled ignition, Distributor-less ignition system.
Automobile Engineering > Automobile Chassis
Sec 2
Brake Systems: Principle of operation, weight transfer principle, types of brakes – mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, servo brake, Air brake – vacuum brake – fail safe brake – dual brake – antilock brake, Drum and disc brake system – Internal expanding and externally contracting – Layout of brake system, mechanical components, hydraulic – master cylinder, types – working principle – wheel cylinder – brake bleeding, brake shoe. Air brake – construction details – working – details components – servo brakes – working of servo brake – types, vacuum and air – disc brake – constructional details and working of engine exhaust brake – testing of brake efficiency.Chassis: Introduction, constructional details, types of frame, frame for two wheeler, three wheelers and four wheeler, frame sections, bumpers, sub frames, materials used, testing of chassis – Front Axle – Introduction, types – dead & live axle, construction – material – cross section – checking the alignment of front axle, stub axle – different arrangements.Necessity and functions of gearbox: Gearbox constructional features & working of – Sliding mesh gearbox – Constant mesh gearbox – Synchromesh gearbox – progressive type gearbox – Epicyclic gearbox – Torque converter – Gear selector and shifting mechanism, two wheeler transmissions – Gear drive – chain drive – V matic transmission, CVT & ECVT – Automatic transmission in cars – Introduction of Propeller shaft and universal joint – Torque tube drive – Hotchkiss drive – Variable velocity joints – constant velocity joints – Front wheel drive – differential mechanism – Locking differential – limited slip differential – Rear Axles – typesSteering System & Steering Geometry: Principles of steering, Ackerman, Davis fifth wheel, Steering gear box – types, worm & roller, worm & sector, Re-circulating ball, Rack & pinion, Steering linkages – arrangement – components, Power steering – integral – linkage type, Collapsible type steering column, Wheel alignment – factors affecting wheel alignment.Suspension Systems: Types of front suspension for two, three and four wheeler, air suspension, hydro-elastic suspension, rear suspension system. Types – Introduction to springs and shock absorbing devices, Types leaf coil, springs & their arrangements, Helper spring, spring shackle – shackle pin, Telescopic type shock absorber, Hydraulic, gas filled type, twin tube type, Basic suspension movements – pitching, bouncing, rolling etc.Transmission Systems: Various components in transmission required for a good transmission system, principle of friction clutches – constructional features and working of – single plate dry clutch – diaphragm clutch – cone clutch – centrifugal clutch – semi centrifugal clutch – vacuum clutch – hydraulic clutch – electromagnetic clutch – over running clutches – Multiplate clutch (dry & wet) Fluid fly wheel – clutch disc – constructional details and functions of each part, pressure plate – constructional details and functions of each part, Clutch operating mechanism.Wheels & Tyres: Wheels – wire – spoked wheel, disc wheel and alloy cast wheel, composite wheel – wheel specification – Tyres – Tyre specification – Tyre construction (cross sectional details.) – Tubeless tyre – Tyre treads patterns – Inflation pressure and its effects (both over & under inflation) – Factors affecting tyre performance.
Automobile Engineering > Automobile Power Plant
Sec 3
Constructional Details of I. C. Engines: Cylinder block – Single cylinder and multi-cylinder, materials, Water jackets – cooling fins, cylinder liners – wet type and dry type – materials. Cylinder head – Materials, method of fixing the cylinder block, cylinder head gasket, combustion chamber of petrol engines – expansion chambers Pistons – Trunk type pistons, composite pistons – piston materials expansion control in pistons – methods and types of piston, Piston rings – Materials, method of manufacture, types of rings – compression ring, oil ring and special purpose ring. Gudgeon pin – Types of fastening, material used Connecting rod – Function, materials used big end and small end bearings Crank shaft – different shapes, different crank shaft arrangements Main bearings, Fly wheel functions Types of valves – Poppet, reed valve and disc valve, sodium vapour cooled valves, hydraulic tappet and free valve rotators Classification of engine according to valve arrangement 1-Head, L-Head, T-Head and F-Head engines - Valve operating mechanisms – side cam shaft and over head cam shaft - Inlet and exhaust valve materials, valve timing diagram Cam shaft – functions and drives, cam shaft bearings.Diesel: Various components in Diesel fuel system – types of fuel injection – air injection and mechanical injection, common rail and unit injection system. Types of combustion chamber in Diesel engines – open, turbulent and pre-combustion chamber etc. Fuel injection – single cylinder and multi cylinder. Distributor type pump, rotary type pumps, Fuel feed pump and hand priming, diesel fuel filters. Governors – purpose, types – mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic governors, Fuel injectors – single hole, multi hole, pintle and pintox type.Fuel Systems in Engines ---- Petrol: Different fuel feed systems, A. C. mechanical pump, S U Electrical pump, petrol Filters and air Cleaners, Carburettors, Simple carburettors – parts, principle of working, compensation, mixture strength requirement, modern carburettors, float system, idle and slow speed system, high speed system, Acceleration pump and choke system. Other commercial carburettors, Su, Solex and Solex – Mikuni carburettor. Exhaust system – Manifolds, silencer types, tail pipes etc.Lubrication and cooling system: Lubrication system : Properties of lubricating oil, different ratings of lubricating oil, types of engine lubrication – wet and dry sump lubrication, splash and pressure feed systems. Oil pumps – gear type, Vane type, plunger type and lobe type, pressure relief valve, oil pressure indicator Oil coolers, oil filters, oil seals, Crank case ventilation – dilution Cooling system : - air and water cooling, thermo-siphon and pump circulation system over cooling, under cooling and optimum cooling – thermostat radiators – types, pressure cap, types of coolants, pump, antifreeze solution, cooling fan – types.
Automobile Engineering > Automobile Service & Maintenance and Transport Management
Sec 4
Introduction to Servicing and Maintenance of Automobiles: Various signs showing the necessity of overhauling engine decarburizing, vacuum test, compression test and cylinder leakage test. Causes of excessive lubricating oil consumption. Engine dismantling and assembling. Checking of engine components – causes of cylinder wear – cylinder rebooting and honing – linear replacement. Servicing of valves. Valve adjustment and defects of valves. Piston defects and reconditioning methods. Testing of connecting rods. Defects and reconditioning methods. Measurement of bearing clearance and adjustment of connecting rod bearings. Crank shaft balancing and machining processes. Renewal of flywheel ring gear.Servicing of Clutch Assembly: Fitting of clutch, clutch adjustments. Removal and refitting of trans-axle. Dismantling of propeller shaft and universal joint. Defects in propeller shaft. Servicing of differential and rear axle. Removal of axles in full floating, semi floating and three quarter floating types. Differential troubles and adjustments. Tube repair. Causes of tyre wear. Tyre rotation, retreading and balancing of wheels.Servicing of Petrol Engine: Defects in coil ignition system like ‘No spark’, weak spark, Intermitted spark and spark at some wires. Testing of ignition system components. Setting of ignition timing. Checking of advancing units. Servicing of spark plug. Trouble shooting of fuel system. Testing of A. C. mechanical pump. Tuning of carburettor. Causes of excessive fuel consumption and defects of carburettor. Engine tuning procedure. Servicing of diesel engine – F. I. pump timing and bleeding of diesel fuel system. Testing of Nozzles. Phasing and calibration of F. I. pump. Defects of F. I. Pump and Nozzles. Troubles and diagnosis in MPFI and CRDI systems.Servicing of Suspension System: Checking of wheel alignment. Adjustment of torsion bars. Care and maintenance of vibration dampers. Replacement of suspension rubber bushes. Play adjustment in steering gear boxes. Centralizing steering wheel. Troubles in steering system. Brake shoe removal and re-lining. Brake bleeding and adjustment. Servicing of master cylinder and wheel cylinder checking of braking efficiency. Troubles in hydraulic and air brake systems. Periodic and break down maintenances. Maintenance schedule. Cleaning of vehicle in a service station. Equipment used in a service station.Vehicle Body Engineering: Car body construction details, major body sections of a passenger car – front section, centre section, rear section, construction types – conventional body over frame, unitised frame and body construction. Fibre reinforced and Metal reinforced body structures. Classification of coach work, coach and bus body styles, typical layout of bus and coach body, typical layout of commercial vehicles, vehicle body materials – steel, light alloys, plastics, textiles, glass, wood, aluminium materials, adhesives and their properties, corrosion and their prevention. Hand tool study, power tool and equipment, shop safety, minor repairs – repairing plastics, hood, bumper, fender, lid, and trim service, door, roof, glass service, passenger compartment service Major body repair – frame repair, frame / body damage measurement, frame re-alignment. Paint materials, paint characteristics, refinishing process – paint removal, preparing bare metal, prime coat selection, final sanding, masking, surface cleaning. Spray guns, equipment and material preparation, spray gun setup, spray booth.Bus Operation: Factors governing bus schedule – making a bus schedule – operating characteristics – trip generation and trip distribution – Number of buses required for operation – preparation of time table for bus and crew – factors governing crew scheduling – making a crew scheduling. Intermediate public transport in Indian cities (IPT) / Para transit, Characteristics of IPT modes, Light rail transit (LRT/Tram), electric trolley bus (ETB), Magnetic levitation (MAGLEV) system, container freight station, Trailer, on flat car, Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV).Fare collection – Route planning – Fare structure and table – trip sheet and way bill – ticket system – accident prevention – operational cost – fare methods – fare stage – organization of automotive business – marketing background – functions of marketing activities – workshop management – responsibilities of dealer – duties of workshop staff – warranty, Consignment shipment.Features of M. V. Act: Definition of terms – test for drivers and conductors – registration of vehicles – duties of drivers and conductors – traffic signs – mode of staffing in a depot – site selection and facilities in a depot – M. T. O. and functional wings – organization chart – type of co-ordination and co-coordinating factors.Importance of Roads: Traffic studies and high way planning – Road geometry – width of high way – gradient – cross section of road – super elevation and sight distance – road intersection – traffic lights – location of bus stop, bus bay, zebra crossing and parking positions – traffic census. Insurance surveying – companies – classification of policies – third party insurance – factors involved in assessing – MACT
Manufacturing Process
Sec 5
Design of patterns, moulds and cores, solidification and cooling, riser and gating design, forging, drawing, extrusion, shearing, bending, joining processes – welding, weldability, brazing and soldering, adhesive bonding, mechanics of machining, single and multipoint cutting tools, tool geometry, tool life and gear, economics of machining, EBM, ECM, LBM, ultrasonic machining, CIM, CNC machining, limits, fits and tolerance, linear and angular measurements, accuracy, precision, comparators, interferometry, surface finish, Transducers, tolerance analysis in manufacturing and assembly.Structure and properties of engineering materials, crystal structure, defects in crystals, iron-carbon equilibrium diagram, Phase transformation, T-T-T diagram, heat treatment processes, powder metallurgy.
Theory of Machines
Sec 6
Displacement, velocity and acceleration analysis of plane mechanisms, Cams, Gears and gear trains. Flywheels, Governors, Balancing of rigid rotors, Balancing of single and multi cylinder engines, free and forced vibrations of single degree of freedom systems, effect of damping, vibration isolation, transmissibility, Critical speeds.Free body diagrams, virtual work, Stress-strain relationship and elastic constants, Mohr’s circle for plane stresses and plane strain, shear force and bending moment diagrams, torsion of circular shafts, Thermal Stresses, failure theories, fatigue strength, principles of the design of riveted and welded joints. Design of spur gears, rolling and sliding contact bearings, brakes and clutches, screw jack, elements of CAD.
Principles of Management
Sec 7
Factors in selection of site, types of plant layout, maintenance management – objectives and functions, types of forecasting, break-even analysis, inventory control, scheduling, material requirement planning, job evaluation and merit rating, acceptance sampling, TQM, ISO standards, linear programming, simplex method, Transportation and assignment models, network flow models, CPM and PERT, elements of industrial safety, fire protection.Functions of management, organisational structure, authority, responsibility, span of control, line, line and staff, project and matrix organizations, partnership and joint stock companies, private limited, public limited companies, cooperative organizations and Government organizations.
Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics
Sec 8
Fluid properties, fluid statics, manometry, buoyancy, control-volume analysis of mass, momentum and energy, differential equations of continuity and momentum, Bernoulli’s equation, viscous flow of incompressible fluids, laminar and turbulent flow, flow through pipes, head losses in pipes, bends etc, Types of pumps and their working.Laws of thermodynamics, thermodynamic system and processes, basic thermodynamic cycles, behaviour of ideal and real gases, properties of pure substances, calculation of work and heat in ideal processes.
Automobile Engineering > Fuels and Combustion and Applied Thermodynamics
Sec 9
Air Standard Cycles: Reversible and irreversible cycle. Available work and energy of a cycle. Theoretical thermal efficiency and air standard efficiency. Pressure-volume diagram and temperature-entropy diagram. Derivation of formulae for air standard efficiency of Carnot cycle, Otto cycle, Diesel cycle – problems to find air standard efficiency.Power Developed in I. C. Engines: Indicator diagram and measurement of mean effective pressure. Engine indicators. Indicated power, brake power, friction power, indicated thermal efficiency, brake thermal efficiency, volumetric efficiency, specific fuel consumption, Morse test and preparation of heat balance sheet. Air compressors – uses of compressed air, classification of air compressors – working of single stage and multistage air compressors. Intercooler.Thermodynamic Processes: Revision of topics like, thermodynamic system, thermodynamic properties, boundary, state, process, internal energy, flow of work, enthalpy, and entropy, first and second law of thermodynamics. Specific heats at constant volume and at constant pressure. Establish the relation between specific heats and gas constant. Derivation of formulae for work, heat, change in internal energy, relation between pressure, volume and temperature during constant volume, constant pressure, constant temperature, adiabatic and polytropic processes – problems.Combustion Phenomenon in CI Engines: Stages of combustion in CI engines – various air fuel ratios – delay period and variables affecting the delay period – Diesel Knock and its controlCombustion Phenomenon in SI Engines: Stages of combustion in SI engines – the effects of engine variables – ignition lag – flame propagation – abnormal combustion – detonation, pre-ignition & surface ignition.Fossil and non Fossil Fuels: Properties of SI and CI engine fuels – Properties and performances – LPG, CNG, Alcohol – Hydrogen and Bio-diesel – Bi-fuel and Dual fuel systems – electric cars, hybrid vehicles – fuel cellSuper Charging & Air Conditioning System: Super charging – Effects of super charging. Methods of supercharging and turbo charging. Lean burn engines – Automobile air conditioning system – working – components and their location, Refrigerants, their properties, refrigeration controls
Technical
100 Marks
Vocational Teacher (Printing Technology)
Recruitment by the Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) for the post of Vocational Teacher in Printing Technology within the Kerala Vocational Higher Secondary Education Department.
120m
11s
#kerala-psc#printing-technology#vocational-teacher#technical#degree-level
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Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805.Integrated circuits.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.SMDs – advantages.SMPS – block diagram and advantages.Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Press – Offset, Gravure, Flexo, Screen, Digital and Ondemand Variable Data Printing
Sec 2
Advantages and disadvantages of offset, Gravure, Screen, Flexo and Digital printing.Digital printing – digital printing machines, how digital printing works, what for used.Flexo – machine design, types how flexography works, what for mainly used.Future trends in printing.Gravure – design considerations, types, suitable works for gravure.Offset – machine design considerations, types, operations.Ondemand and variable data printing – workflow, data mail formats.Quality and quality assurance in printing – various targets used.Screen printing – types of screen printing machines, how screen printing works, what for mainly used.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 3
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Paper, Ink and Auxiliary Materials for Printing
Sec 4
Auxiliary materials – Blanket, plate – characteristics and types, strength of materials and material properties.Ink – constituents, ink manufacture, qualities, drying methods, types of inks, characteristics, ink testing methods, physical and chemical properties.Paper – Raw materials, paper manufacture, paper characteristics, paper grains, paper sizes, water marks, testing methods, physical and chemical properties, warehousing.Press management factors, Eco friendly and Lean production parameters.
Post Press – Binding, Finishing and Packaging Operations
Sec 5
Binding – tools, materials and equipments, material calculation, qualities required, sewing methods, book binding operations, end papers, indexing, special protective coating, coating on printed surface – aqueous coating, electron beam coating, ultraviolet coating etc.Post press machines – Packaging – tools, materials and equipments, qualities required, dyes for packaging, packaging machinery, types of packages, packaging considerations, specialised finishing techniques.
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 6
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 7
Construction: Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations.Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem).Levelling: Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick.Materials: Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses.Materials: Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Materials: Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Managing Fonts and Type, Page Layout, Formatting and Halftoning
Sec 8
Fonts, terms and definitions, units and measurements, kinds of fonts, fonts in bitmap, vector and layout programs, print design considerations, formats – graphic types, file formats, post scripts, half toning – pixel to half tone dots, digital dots, scanners, dot gain and loss, bitmap – resampling and resolution, working with images, archiving, gamut, pantone, vector graphics – gradients and banding, patterns, colour mode, spot colour etc., page layout – page layout capabilities, job organisation, preflight, planning, estimating and scheduling.
Prepress Requirements, Colour Management – PDF, RIP and Proofing
Sec 9
Prepress requirement – System and accessories, CTP, CTF, CTM, colour balance, colour correction, RGB to CMYK conversion, ideal digital document, compression in PDF, choosing compression, working with colour in PDF, RIP – RIP and preflighting, proofing – proofing method, digital proofers, press proof, CIE Lab and values, colour problems, various surface preparation techniques.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 10
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyako yi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Workshop Instructor ||| Instructor Grade -III ||| Demonstrator ||| Draftsman Grade II (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY)
This exam is conducted by the Kerala PSC for the recruitment of Workshop Instructors, Instructor Grade -III, Demonstrators, and Draftsman Grade II specializing in Information Technology in the Technical Education Department.
90m
6s
#kerala-psc#technical#engineering#information-technology#diploma-level
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Part II e: Basic Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Part II a: Technical Mathematics
Sec 2
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Part II d: Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 3
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Part II b: Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 4
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Part I: General Knowledge, Current Affairs and Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 5
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRSGeneral Knowledge and Current AffairsRENAISSANCE IN KERALAAwakening Through LiteratureNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcEfforts To Reform The SocietySocio-Religious reform MovementsSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Struggles and Social RevoltsMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Leaders Of RenaissanceThycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersLiterary FiguresKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyokoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersRole Of Press In RenaissanceMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcTowards A New SocietyIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Women And Social ChangeParvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Welfare Legislations and ProgrammesSocial Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Part II c: Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 6
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Deputy Town Planner
The Deputy Town Planner recruitment is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission for positions within the Greater Cochin Development Authority.
90m
9s
#kerala-psc#town-planning#civil-engineering#architecture#degree-level
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Town Planning Theories
Sec 1
73rd & 74th amendments of constitution, Participatory Planning Process, Preparation of IDDP, LDPsContribution of Ebenezer Howard, Development of Planning concept through ages, Emerging concepts in Planning theories, Aldo Rossi, Spatial theories: Bill Hillier: place theories, linkage theory, social theories in planning: Daniel Harvey-right to the city, Social urbanism-Jane Jacobs, Political theories David Harvey, Landscape urbanism
Geotechnical, Traffic and Transportation Engineering
Sec 2
Airport – planning and design, wind rose diagram, runway design, terminal design.Foundation Engineering – Subsurface investigations, earth pressure theories, stability of slopes.Foundation types, shallow and deep foundations, pile foundations, well foundations, raft or mat foundations, machine foundations.Gabions.Ground improvement techniques.Harbour Engineering – break waters, docks.Highway Engineering – geometric design of highways, highway materials, pavement design and construction, maintenance of roads, highway drainage.Railway Engineering – points and crossing, signalling stations and yards.Soil mechanics – soil classification, field identification, soil properties, permeability and seepage, quick sand condition, consolidation, settlement, compaction, shear strength, liquefaction.Traffic Engineering – traffic characteristics, intersection design, traffic signs and signal design, traffic control, traffic safety, traffic survey.Traffic and environment.Urban transportation planning.
Structural Engineering
Sec 3
Analysis of statically determinate trusses, arches, beams, cables and frames.Analysis of statically indeterminate structures - slope deflection, moment distribution, Kani’s methods, approximate methods.Concrete design - working stress and limit state design, design by limit state methods, limit state of serviceability.Concrete technology, mix design.Design of retaining walls, flat slabs, bridges and water tanks.Pre-stressed concrete.Deflection of beams and trusses - double integration, moment area, conjugate beam, energy, virtual work methods, tension coefficient method.Free and forced vibration of single degree freedom systems.Influence lines for determinate and indeterminate structures.Matrix methods of structural analysis, basic finite element method.Steel structures – Plastic analysis of structures, working stress and limit state design concepts, design of members, design of connections.Design of light gauge steel structures.Design of plate girders, gantry girders, water tanks, bridges and trusses.Stress and strain, failure theories, bending moment and shear force, simple bending theory, thin walled pressure vessels, torsion in solid and hollow circular shafts, open coiled and close coiled springs, buckling of column, combined and direct bending stresses.
Surveying, Construction management, Quantity surveying and Valuation
Sec 4
Building Planning – building bye laws, functional planning of buildings.Building materials – construction materials, properties, quality testing of materials, IS specifications, prefabricated structural elements.Construction Management – construction, planning and scheduling, Bar chart, CPM, PERT.Construction equipments, construction procedures – contract, tender documents.Quantity surveying & valuation – detailed specification, preparation of data and analysis of rates for various items of work, bar bending schedule.Depreciation- current rates of depreciation and net values.Fixation of rent ,gross and net rent, methods.Type of estimates – detailed estimate for buildings, abstract of estimate.Valuation - principles of valuation of old buildings and apartment structure, methods of valuation.Surveying - measurement of distances and directions, levelling, contouring, computation of areas and volumes, traversing, theodolite and plane table, errors and adjustments.Curves – vertical and horizontal.Electromagnetic distance measurement.Field astronomy.GPS.Hydrographic survey.Photogrammetry – vertical photograph, relief displacement.Remote sensing.Tacheometric survey – stadia and tangential systems.Total station – types, working principles, measurement techniques.
Early Human Settlements
Sec 5
Effects of Industrial revolution on human settlements, Post industrial age.History and Evolution of human settlements, Relevance of the study of settlements, Human settlements as an expression of civilization, Settlement planning in ancient periods; Eg: Indus Valley & MesopotamiaPlanned cities, Planned Indian cities, Chandigrah and contributions of Le Corbusier, Contribution of Ebenezer Howard & Patric Geddes to Housing, Nature and magnitude of the housing problem in India, Housing Shortage as a result of Population Explosion, Urbanisation and Poverty issues in the Indian context, Role of Housing in the National level with a study on the changing priorities in the housing policies and the major housing programmes carried out in the various five year plans.
Environmental impacts of cities
Sec 6
Environmental problems like Ozone depletion, Global warming, Carbon dioxide concentration, etc,. Sustainable Development, Brundtland Commission’s report (1983), Earth Summit & Rio Declaration (1992), Kyoto Protocol (1997)Recent developments, Sustainable & Green building constructions, Ecology and city, Sustainable settlements, Waste management issues, Waste recycling, Solid Waste Management, House hold waste, Recycling techniques, Composting at home, Town/ city level recycling, Water conservation issues, Reasons for water scarcity, Needs of water conservation, Ground water depletion, Water efficient landscaping, Gray & Black water, Water recycling, Water conservation, Rain Water Harvesting, Rain data of Kerala, Capacity calculations for water harvesting tanks, Conservation of other natural resources, Ecological Footprint, Carrying capacity, Impact of urbanization on cities, Urban environmental problems, Land use, traffic and road network, Environmental Impact Assessment
Hydraulics, Water Resources and Environmental Engineering
Sec 7
Fluid mechanics and Hydraulics – properties of fluids, potential flow, laminar and turbulent flow, flow in pipes, flow in open channels, hydraulic jump.Dimensional analysis and hydraulic modeling.Flow measurement in channels, tanks and pipes.Forces on immersed bodies.Specific speed of pumps and turbines.Hydrology and Water Resources – unit hydrograph, reservoir capacity, well hydraulics, irrigation – duty, delta, crop water requirements.Canal Head works, cross drainage works.Design of weirs on permeable foundations.Gravity dams and spillways.River engineering - design of lined and unlined canals.Water requirements - quality standards, basic unit processes and operation for water treatment.Domestic waste water treatment - unit operations and unit processes of domestic wastewater.Drinking water standards.Environmental pollution - different forms.Sewerage treatment, sludge disposal, effluent discharge standards.Water treatment.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 8
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRSGeneral Knowledge and Current AffairsRENAISSANCE IN KERALAAwakening Through LiteratureNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcEfforts To Reform The SocietySocio-Religious reform MovementsSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Struggles and Social RevoltsMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Leaders Of RenaissanceThycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersLiterary FiguresKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersRole Of Press In RenaissanceMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcTowards A New SocietyIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Women And Social ChangeParvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Welfare Legislations and ProgrammesSocial Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Planning Concepts
Sec 9
Master Plan, Development Plan, Town planning schemes, Regional planning, land development techniques, land acquisition acts, Urban Design basics, Planning components like Urban land use & zoning, CBD, urban nodes, fringe area and suburbs, Visual structuring, urban design survey, preparation of local area planning
Technical
100 Marks
LECTURER IN AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING (POLYTECHNICS)
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts this exam to fill Lecturer positions in Automobile Engineering in Government Polytechnic Colleges across Kerala. [8]
75m
12s
#kerala-psc#automobile-engineering#polytechnic#technical-education#lecturer
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Basic Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 2
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Fuels and Combustion and Applied Thermodynamics
Sec 3
Air Standard Cycles: Reversible and irreversible cycle. Available work and energy of a cycle. Theoretical thermal efficiency and air standard efficiency. Pressure-volume diagram and temperature-entropy diagram. Derivation of formulae for air standard efficiency of Carnot cycle, Otto cycle, Diesel cycle – problems to find air standard efficiency.Power Developed in I. C. Engines: Indicator diagram and measurement of mean effective pressure. Engine indicators. Indicated power, brake power, friction power, indicated thermal efficiency, brake thermal efficiency, volumetric efficiency, specific fuel consumption, Morse test and preparation of heat balance sheet. Air compressors – uses of compressed air, classification of air compressors – working of single stage and multistage air compressors. Intercooler.Thermodynamic Processes: Revision of topics like, thermodynamic system, thermodynamic properties, boundary, state, process, internal energy, flow of work, enthalpy, and entropy, first and second law of thermodynamics. Specific heats at constant volume and at constant pressure. Establish the relation between specific heats and gas constant. Derivation of formulae for work, heat, change in internal energy, relation between pressure, volume and temperature during constant volume, constant pressure, constant temperature, adiabatic and polytropic processes – problems.Combustion Phenomenon in CI Engines: Stages of combustion in CI engines – various air fuel ratios – delay period and variables affecting the delay period – Diesel Knock and its controlCombustion Phenomenon in SI Engines: Stages of combustion in SI engines – the effects of engine variables – ignition lag – flame propagation – abnormal combustion – detonation, pre-ignition & surface ignition.Fossil and non Fossil Fuels: Properties of SI and CI engine fuels – Properties and performances – LPG, CNG, Alcohol – Hydrogen and Bio-diesel – Bi-fuel and Dual fuel systems – electric cars, hybrid vehicles – fuel cellSuper Charging & Air Conditioning System: Super charging – Effects of super charging. Methods of supercharging and turbo charging. Lean burn engines – Automobile air conditioning system – working – components and their location, Refrigerants, their properties, refrigeration controls
Automobile Service & Maintenance and Transport Management
Sec 4
Introduction to Servicing and Maintenance of Automobiles: Various signs showing the necessity of overhauling engine decarburizing, vacuum test, compression test and cylinder leakage test. Causes of excessive lubricating oil consumption. Engine dismantling and assembling. Checking of engine components – causes of cylinder wear – cylinder rebooting and honing – linear replacement. Servicing of valves. Valve adjustment and defects of valves. Piston defects and reconditioning methods. Testing of connecting rods. Defects and reconditioning methods. Measurement of bearing clearance and adjustment of connecting rod bearings. Crank shaft balancing and machining processes. Renewal of flywheel ring gear.Servicing of Clutch Assembly: Fitting of clutch, clutch adjustments. Removal and refitting of trans-axle. Dismantling of propeller shaft and universal joint. Defects in propeller shaft. Servicing of differential and rear axle. Removal of axles in full floating, semi floating and three quarter floating types. Differential troubles and adjustments. Tube repair. Causes of tyre wear. Tyre rotation, retreading and balancing of wheels.Servicing of Petrol Engine: Defects in coil ignition system like ‘No spark’, weak spark, Intermitted spark and spark at some wires. Testing of ignition system components. Setting of ignition timing. Checking of advancing units. Servicing of spark plug. Trouble shooting of fuel system. Testing of A. C. mechanical pump. Tuning of carburettor. Causes of excessive fuel consumption and defects of carburettor. Engine tuning procedure. Servicing of diesel engine – F. I. pump timing and bleeding of diesel fuel system. Testing of Nozzles. Phasing and calibration of F. I. pump. Defects of F. I. Pump and Nozzles. Troubles and diagnosis in MPFI and CRDI systems.Servicing of Suspension System: Checking of wheel alignment. Adjustment of torsion bars. Care and maintenance of vibration dampers. Replacement of suspension rubber bushes. Play adjustment in steering gear boxes. Centralizing steering wheel. Troubles in steering system. Brake shoe removal and re-lining. Brake bleeding and adjustment. Servicing of master cylinder and wheel cylinder checking of braking efficiency. Troubles in hydraulic and air brake systems. Periodic and break down maintenances. Maintenance schedule. Cleaning of vehicle in a service station. Equipment used in a service station.Vehicle Body Engineering: Car body construction details, major body sections of a passenger car – front section, centre section, rear section, construction types – conventional body over frame, unitised frame and body construction. Fibre reinforced and Metal reinforced body structures. Classification of coach work, coach and bus body styles, typical layout of bus and coach body, typical layout of commercial vehicles, vehicle body materials – steel, light alloys, plastics, textiles, glass, wood, aluminium materials, adhesives and their properties, corrosion and their prevention. Hand tool study, power tool and equipment, shop safety, minor repairs – repairing plastics, hood, bumper, fender, lid, and trim service, door, roof, glass service, passenger compartment service Major body repair – frame repair, frame / body damage measurement, frame re-alignment. Paint materials, paint characteristics, refinishing process – paint removal, preparing bare metal, prime coat selection, final sanding, masking, surface cleaning. Spray guns, equipment and material preparation, spray gun setup, spray booth.Bus Operation: Factors governing bus schedule – making a bus schedule – operating characteristics – trip generation and trip distribution – Number of buses required for operation – preparation of time table for bus and crew – factors governing crew scheduling – making a crew scheduling. Intermediate public transport in Indian cities (IPT) / Para transit, Characteristics of IPT modes, Light rail transit (LRT/Tram), electric trolley bus (ETB), Magnetic levitation (MAGLEV) system, container freight station, Trailer, on flat car, Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV).Fare collection – Route planning – Fare structure and table – trip sheet and way bill – ticket system – accident prevention – operational cost – fare methods – fare stage – organization of automotive business – marketing background – functions of marketing activities – workshop management – responsibilities of dealer – duties of workshop staff – warranty, Consignment shipment.Features of M. V. Act: Definition of terms – test for drivers and conductors – registration of vehicles – duties of drivers and conductors – traffic signs – mode of staffing in a depot – site selection and facilities in a depot – M. T. O. and functional wings – organization chart – type of co-ordination and co-coordinating factors.Importance of Roads: Traffic studies and high way planning – Road geometry – width of high way – gradient – cross section of road – super elevation and sight distance – road intersection – traffic lights – location of bus stop, bus bay, zebra crossing and parking positions – traffic census. Insurance surveying – companies – classification of policies – third party insurance – factors involved in assessing – MACT
Autoelectrical systems and equipments
Sec 5
Battery: Introduction, Types of battery. Brief description of lead acid and alkaline cell, Constructional details of lead acid cell, nickel alkaline cell, Active materials of lead acid cell, Chemical action of lead acid cell, Rating of Battery, Capacity of Battery – ampere hour and watt hour, Efficiency Battery – ampere hour and watt hour, Effect of discharge rate on voltage and capacity, Effect of temperature on voltage and capacity, Battery charging, Constant voltage, Constant current. Defects – Effect of overheating, Effect of overcharging, dislocation of active material, sulphation, Internal short circuits, Corrosion / sulphation of terminals. Testing of battery – Polarity test, State of charge, Specific gravity test by hydrometer, high rate discharge test by cell tester, Cadmium test, Lamp test Care and maintenance of battery – Topping up of Battery & other maintenance schedule, Storage of lead acid battery (in dry & wet condition), Maintenance free battery.Generator and Alternator: Constructional details of automobile dynamo – special features of automobile dynamo, constructional details of alternator – special features of automobile alternator, charging system – Introduction – necessity, Types of regulators – circuit diagram, Cut out, Voltage regulator, current regulator – 3 stage, Electronic voltage regulator in alternators, Starter motor & its drive mechanism, Introduction, Starting of I. C. Engine (Petrol & Diesel) – motor characteristics, Terms like Engine torque – motor torque – cranking speed – motor locked torque etc, starter switch, starter motor – constructional features – special features of automobile starters, Starter Motor Drives, Necessity, Types of starter motor drives – mechanisms of – Bendix drive (inboard & outboard), Over running Clutch, Axial starter (sliding armature), Pre-engaged typeLighting system & other electrical accessories: Head light – Reflectors, lenses, Bulbs (constructional features), Dazzle and its avoidance, Focusing of head lamps, Automatic dim & bright circuit, other lights – parking light, side lamp, tail lamp, roof lamp, fog lamp, brake light, dash board light, Types of bulbs – vacuum, gas filled, halogen. Introduction, Electrical fuel pump, electric horn, wind screen wiper – types, constructional features, working, Traffic Indicator – Electrical & Electronic, gauges like, fuel level indicator, oil pressure gauge, temperature gauge, Electrically operated – power window, solenoid operated fuel cut off, wind shield washer, constructional features & working, electronically operated central locking system.Spark Ignition System: Introduction, Types of ignition system – coil & magneto – study of coil ignition, Component study of ignition system – ignition coil, Contact breaker points, Cam angle, condenser, distributor, Spark plug – types, Spark plug specifications, Spark advance & retard mechanism (centrifugal & vacuum), Magneto ignition system – Low tension & high tension, Rotating armature & rotating magnet type, Polar inductor type C. D. ignition system, Electronic ignition systems, Magnetic pickup type & hall effect sensor type, Transistorized ignition, computer controlled ignition, Distributor-less ignition system.
Automobile Chassis
Sec 6
Brake Systems: Principle of operation, weight transfer principle, types of brakes – mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, servo brake, Air brake – vacuum brake – fail safe brake – dual brake – antilock brake, Drum and disc brake system – Internal expanding and externally contracting – Layout of brake system, mechanical components, hydraulic – master cylinder, types – working principle – wheel cylinder – brake bleeding, brake shoe. Air brake – construction details – working – details components – servo brakes – working of servo brake – types, vacuum and air – disc brake – constructional details and working of engine exhaust brake – testing of brake efficiency.Chassis: Introduction, constructional details, types of frame, frame for two wheeler, three wheelers and four wheeler, frame sections, bumpers, sub frames, materials used, testing of chassis – Front Axle – Introduction, types – dead & live axle, construction – material – cross section – checking the alignment of front axle, stub axle – different arrangements.Necessity and functions of gearbox: Gearbox constructional features & working of – Sliding mesh gearbox – Constant mesh gearbox – Synchromesh gearbox – progressive type gearbox – Epicyclic gearbox – Torque converter – Gear selector and shifting mechanism, two wheeler transmissions – Gear drive – chain drive – V matic transmission, CVT & ECVT – Automatic transmission in cars – Introduction of Propeller shaft and universal joint – Torque tube drive – Hotchkiss drive – Variable velocity joints – constant velocity joints – Front wheel drive – differential mechanism – Locking differential – limited slip differential – Rear Axles – typesSteering System & Steering Geometry: Principles of steering, Ackerman, Davis fifth wheel, Steering gear box – types, worm & roller, worm & sector, Re-circulating ball, Rack & pinion, Steering linkages – arrangement – components, Power steering – integral – linkage type, Collapsible type steering column, Wheel alignment – factors affecting wheel alignment.Suspension Systems: Types of front suspension for two, three and four wheeler, air suspension, hydro-elastic suspension, rear suspension system. Types – Introduction to springs and shock absorbing devices, Types leaf coil, springs & their arrangements, Helper spring, spring shackle – shackle pin, Telescopic type shock absorber, Hydraulic, gas filled type, twin tube type, Basic suspension movements – pitching, bouncing, rolling etc.Transmission Systems: Various components in transmission required for a good transmission system, principle of friction clutches – constructional features and working of – single plate dry clutch – diaphragm clutch – cone clutch – centrifugal clutch – semi centrifugal clutch – vacuum clutch – hydraulic clutch – electromagnetic clutch – over running clutches – Multiplate clutch (dry & wet) Fluid fly wheel – clutch disc – constructional details and functions of each part, pressure plate – constructional details and functions of each part, Clutch operating mechanism.Wheels & Tyres: Wheels – wire – spoked wheel, disc wheel and alloy cast wheel, composite wheel – wheel specification – Tyres – Tyre specification – Tyre construction (cross sectional details.) – Tubeless tyre – Tyre treads patterns – Inflation pressure and its effects (both over & under inflation) – Factors affecting tyre performance.
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 7
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 8
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Automobile Power Plant
Sec 9
Constructional Details of I. C. Engines: Cylinder block – Single cylinder and multi-cylinder, materials, Water jackets – cooling fins, cylinder liners – wet type and dry type – materials. Cylinder head – Materials, method of fixing the cylinder block, cylinder head gasket, combustion chamber of petrol engines – expansion chambers Pistons – Trunk type pistons, composite pistons – piston materials expansion control in pistons – methods and types of piston, Piston rings – Materials, method of manufacture, types of rings – compression ring, oil ring and special purpose ring. Gudgeon pin – Types of fastening, material used Connecting rod – Function, materials used big end and small end bearings Crank shaft – different shapes, different crank shaft arrangements Main bearings, Fly wheel functions Types of valves – Poppet, reed valve and disc valve, sodium vapour cooled valves, hydraulic tappet and free valve rotators Classification of engine according to valve arrangement 1-Head, L-Head, T-Head and F-Head engines - Valve operating mechanisms – side cam shaft and over head cam shaft - Inlet and exhaust valve materials, valve timing diagram Cam shaft – functions and drives, cam shaft bearings.Diesel: Various components in Diesel fuel system – types of fuel injection – air injection and mechanical injection, common rail and unit injection system. Types of combustion chamber in Diesel engines – open, turbulent and pre-combustion chamber etc. Fuel injection – single cylinder and multi cylinder. Distributor type pump, rotary type pumps, Fuel feed pump and hand priming, diesel fuel filters. Governors – purpose, types – mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic governors, Fuel injectors – single hole, multi hole, pintle and pintox type.Fuel Systems in Engines ---- Petrol: Different fuel feed systems, A. C. mechanical pump, S U Electrical pump, petrol Filters and air Cleaners, Carburettors, Simple carburettors – parts, principle of working, compensation, mixture strength requirement, modern carburettors, float system, idle and slow speed system, high speed system, Acceleration pump and choke system. Other commercial carburettors, Su, Solex and Solex – Mikuni carburettor. Exhaust system – Manifolds, silencer types, tail pipes etc.Lubrication and cooling system: Lubrication system : Properties of lubricating oil, different ratings of lubricating oil, types of engine lubrication – wet and dry sump lubrication, splash and pressure feed systems. Oil pumps – gear type, Vane type, plunger type and lobe type, pressure relief valve, oil pressure indicator Oil coolers, oil filters, oil seals, Crank case ventilation – dilution Cooling system : - air and water cooling, thermo-siphon and pump circulation system over cooling, under cooling and optimum cooling – thermostat radiators – types, pressure cap, types of coolants, pump, antifreeze solution, cooling fan – types.
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS
Sec 10
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 11
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyankoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 12
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in Electronics & Communication Engineering
The Kerala PSC conducts an examination for the recruitment of Assistant Professors in Electronics and Communication Engineering for the Technical Education (Engineering Colleges) department. This is a gazetted post with an AICTE pay scale.
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Part III (b) Basic Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Amplifiers & Oscillators – Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and non-inverting amplifier.Communication – Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM.Devices – working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT.Measurements – Working principles of CRO and Multimeter.Systems – Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and Inductors.
Part IV (e): Communication and Instrumentation
Sec 2
Analog communication systems: amplitude and angle modulation and demodulation systems, superheterodyne receivers, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). Digital communication systems: pulse code modulation (PCM), differential pulse code modulation (DPCM), digital modulation schemes: amplitude, phase and frequency shift keying schemes, matched filter receivers, fundamentals of information theory and channel capacity theorem, random signals and noise: probability, random variables, probability density function, autocorrelation, power spectral density.Static and dynamic characteristics of Measurement systems: Measurement of displacement, velocity and acceleration, force, basics of fiber optics, biomedical instruments, EEG, ECG and EMG, Clinical measurements, ultrasonic transducers.
Part IV (b): Analog and Digital Circuits
Sec 3
Boolean algebra, minimization of Boolean functions, logic gates, combinational Circuits: arithmetic circuits, code converters, multiplexers and decoders, sequential circuits: latches and flip-flops, counters and shift registers, ADCs and DACs, microprocessor (8085): architecture and programming.Simple diode circuits: clipping & clamping, biasing and bias stability of BJTs and MOSFETs, small signal equivalent circuits of BJTs and MOSFETs. Amplifiers: single stage, differential, feedback and power. Frequency response of amplifiers. Op-amp circuits: Inverting, non-inverting, Integrator and Comparator. Sinusoidal Oscillators: criterion for oscillation, single transistor and op-amp configurations.
Part II (b) Basic Civil Engineeering
Sec 4
Building materials – common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel, aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification. Building construction – types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations and superstructure.Mechanics – statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction – applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics – rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion.Surveying – principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling work – reduction of levels.
Part II (a) Engineering Mathematics
Sec 5
Complex Analysis: Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor and Laurent’s series, residue theorem.Fourier Series: Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and even functions, Half range expansions.Laplace Transforms: Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property – inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.Matrices: Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and independence of vectors.Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order ordinary differential equations, systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations), Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.Partial Differentiation: Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) – Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.Vector Differentiation: Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator – Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal fields – scalar potential.
Part IV (a): Networks and Devices
Sec 6
Electronic Devices: Energy bands in silicon, carrier transport in silicon, diffusion current, drift current, mobility and resistivity, generation and recombination of carriers, working principles of p-n junction diode, Zener diode, tunnel diode, BJT, JFET, MOSFET, LED and photo diode.Network theorems: superposition, Thevenin and Norton’s maximum power transfer, time domain analysis of simple RC, RL and RLC circuits, solution of network equations using Laplace transform: frequency domain analysis of RL, RC and RLC circuits, 2-port network parameters: driving point and transfer functions.
Part IV (d) : Electromagnetics and Control Systems
Sec 7
Elements of vector calculus: divergence and curl, Gauss and Stokes theorems, Maxwell’s equations, differential and integral forms, wave equation, Poynting vector, Plane waves: propagation through various media, reflection and refraction, phase and group velocity and skin depth, Transmission lines: characteristic impedance, impedance transformation. Waveguides: modes in rectangular waveguides, boundary conditions, cut-off frequencies and dispersion relations, basics of propagation in dielectric waveguide and optical fibres, basics of Antennas: Dipole antennas, radiation pattern, antenna gain.Introduction to control systems, signal flow graphs and their use in determining transfer functions of systems, transient and steady state analysis of LTI control systems and frequency response, tools and techniques for LTI control system analysis: root loci, Routh-Hurwitz criterion, Bode and Nyquist plots.
Part III (c) Basic Computer Science
Sec 8
Functional units of a computer.Programming in C – control structures, functions.
Part I : General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 9
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Part III (a) Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 10
Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only).Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling.Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc excitation.Principle of generation of alternating current – waveforms – frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor.Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three phase induction motor.Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.
Part IV (c) : Signals and Systems
Sec 11
Introduction to signals and systems, Linear Time-invariant (LTI systems): definitions and properties, causality, stability, impulse response and convolution, continuous-time and discrete-time Fourier series, continuous-time and discrete-time Fourier Transform Z-transform: definition, properties and inverse, stability analysis using pole-zero plot, difference equation solution using unilateral Z-transform, DFT and its properties, FFT: radix 2 and composite radix algorithm, sampling theorem, realization of IIR and FIR structures – parallel and cascade structure, frequency response, group delay and phase delay, signal transmission through LTI systems.
Part II (c) Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 12
Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of steam. Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process – casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process – turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling. Conic sections and miscellaneous curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.
Technical
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Assistant Professor in Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Assistant Professor in Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
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Part IV (b) : Electrical Machines
Sec 1
Types, synchronous reactance, voltage regulation, emf and mmf methods, short circuit ratio, Two reaction theory, alternator on infinite bus, power angle characteristics, parallel operation, effect of variation of power input & excitation.Basic concepts of ac and dc drives.Emf equation, armature reaction & commutation, characteristics, voltage build up, applications.Types of excitation, constructional features.Torque equation, characteristics of shunt, series & compound motors, necessity & types of starters, speed control, applications, Swinburne’s test, Hopkinson’s test.double field revolving theory, starting methods.leakage reactance, equivalent circuit, losses and efficiency, voltage regulation, OC, SC and Sumpner’s tests, Distribution transformer, all day efficiency, autotransformer – saving of copper three phase transformer – connections, vector groupings, parallel operation.constructional features, winding factor.principle of operation, methods of starting, hunting & its reduction.constructional features, types, slip rotor frequency, power flow, Torque – slip curve, effect of rotor resistance, starting methods, speed control.
Part III (b) Basic Electronics Engineering
Sec 2
Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and non-inverting amplifier.Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM.working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT.Working principles of CRO and Multimeter.Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and Inductors.
Part IV (a): Electronic Circuits and Field Theory
Sec 3
Analysis of Three phase circuits, symmetrical components, graph theory – analysis of network using cut-set and tri-set.Filters constant – K low pass, high pass and band-pass filters – m derived, low pass, high pass and band pass filters.Gauss’s law and applications, electric field, electric potential, electric field lines, electric dipoles, potential gradient, conductors, dielectrics, capacitance, polarisation, method of images, dielectric strength, Biot-Savart’s law, Ampere’s circuital law, Stoke’s theorem, scalar and vector magnetic potential, force between current carrying wires, Maxwell’s equation – wave equation – Poynting theorem.Node and Mesh analysis, transient response of dc and ac networks, sinusoidal steady state analysis, resonance, two port network, independent and dependent voltage and current sources, coupled circuits, tuned coupled circuits, Network theorems – superposition, reciprocity, substitution, compensation, Thevenin, Norton, Millman, Telligen and Maximum power transfer theorems.
Part IV (e) : Electronics
Sec 4
biasing circuits, types of amplifiers, low frequency and high frequency considerations.Oscillators and feedback amplifiers, operational amplifier circuits and applications – simple active filters.Schmitt trigger, multivibrators, sample and hold circuits, A to D and D to A converters, 8 bit and 16 bit microprocessor basics, architecture, programming and interfacing.Thyristors, triacs, GTO’s MOSFETS & IGBTS – principles of operation, triggering circuits, phase control rectifiers, bridge converters – fully controlled and half controlled, Inverters and choppers.VCO’s and timers.Voltage regulators using linear IC’s, combinational and sequential logic circuits – flip flops, counters, shift registers, TTL & CMOS logic families, memories – ROM, PROM, EPROM & RAM.
Part II (b) Basic Civil Engineeering
Sec 5
types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations and superstructure.common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel, aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification.statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction – applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics – rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion.principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling work – reduction of levels.
Part II (c) Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 6
Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process – casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process – turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling.Conic sections and miscellaneous curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of steam.
Part IV (c) : Power Systems
Sec 7
types and operations, selection of circuit breakers, calculation of fault KVA, protection against lightning and overvoltages.Conventional and non-conventional systems of power generation, power plant economics, load factor, demand factor, diversity factor, Transmission line parameters – T and ∏ models GMD and GMR, ABCD constants, overload lines – arrangement of conductors – sag, economic span, choice of transmission voltage, types of insulators, string efficiency, distribution systems – types, comparison of DC and AC single phase and 3 phase systems.Advantages, types and applications.speed – time curves - mechanicsElectronic energy meter, high voltage measurements, oscilloscopes, Data acquisition systems, Transducers for temperature, flow and pressure.LG, LL, LLG and 3 phase faults. Fault analysis using Z Bus.Gauss – Seidal, Newton Raphson and Fast decoupled load flow methods.One line diagrams per unit quantities, formation of Y bus and Z Bus.steady state transient and dynamic stability, equal area criterion, swing curve.Principles of PMMC, moving iron, and electrodynamometer type instruments, error analysis, measurement of voltage, current, power energy and power factor, induction type watt-hour meter, DC bridges and AC bridges, magnetic measurements, Instrument transformers, digital voltmeters and multimeters, digital measurements of frequency, phase angle, time interval.types and operation, protective zones, different protection schemes.
Part II (a) Engineering Mathematics
Sec 8
Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor and Laurent’s series, residue theorem.Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and even functions, Half range expansions.Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property – inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and independence of vectors.First Order ordinary differential equations, systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations), Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) – Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator – Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal fields – scalar potential.
Part IV (d) : Control Systems
Sec 9
Routh’s stability criterion – Root locus – effect of addition of poles and zeros.DFT and FFT, Types of digital filters.Nyquist & Bode plots, gain margins and phase margin, lag, lead and lag-lead compensators and their design using Bode plot.characteristics, types of non-linearities, describing functions analysis – concept, singular points – focus, centre, node and saddle points – limit cycle.Transfer function, force-voltage & force-current analogy, block diagrams, signal flow graphs – Mason’s gain formula – characteristic equation, time domain analysis – transient & steady state responses – time domain specifications & steady state error.State space models, state transition matrix, relationship between state equations and transfer function, controllability and observability.Types of signals and systems, sampling process, sampling theorem, convolution of discrete time signals, analysis of LTI systems using Z transforms.
Part III (c) Basic Computer Science
Sec 10
Functional units of a computer.control structures, functions.
Part I : General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 11
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Part III (a) Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 12
Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only).MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling.Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc excitation.waveforms – frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor.Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three phase induction motor.Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.
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Part III > Module IV
Sec 1
AC and DC drives: Dual Converters, Choppers, Speed control of DC drives.Control System: Block diagram reduction, Signal flow graphControl System: Physical systems – physical model – mathematical model – linear time invariant and linear time variant system. Open loop and closed loop. Transfer function of linear systems, mechanical translational system, mechanical rotational system, electrical system, thermal systems, analogous systems.Motion converters: Parallel shaft gears, epicyclic gears, harmonic drives, worm and bevel gears, V belt drives, toothed rack and pinion and screw nut systems, cams indexing mechanisms, linkages, spring and dampers.Numerical Control: NC and CNC, Hydraulic and pneumatic systems, working of hydraulic pumps, Air compressors, Air receiver, air dryers and air service equipmentPower Devices: Power diode, SCR, TRIAC, DIAC, Triggering and commutation of SCR, Converters, AC Controllers, Inverters.Robotics: Specification of Robots, classification of Robots, Industrial applications of Robots, characteristics, sensors used in Robotics, Programming: Lead through programming, textual programming, programming language, online and offline programming, intelligent robots.Time Response Analysis: Test inputs, order of a system, - Response of a system. Time response specification, type of a system, Static error coefficients, Routh Hurwitz criteria, root locus methods, Bode Plot.
Part II (e): Basic Electronics Engineering
Sec 2
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Part III > Module III
Sec 3
Application of Operational Amplifiers in Process Control: Current to voltage – voltage to current converter – precision rectifier & Comparators – error detector – instrumentation amplifiers – proportional controller – PI controller – PD controller – PID controller.Final Control Element and Control Valves: Pneumatic, electric and hydraulic actuators, air to open and air to close control valves, Direct acting & Reverse acting Control valves. Different valve plugs control valve characteristics, valve positioner, motion transmitter, limit switch, air pressure regulator & I/P converter.Process Control Strategies: Single variable, Independent variable, Interactive variable, compound variable and multivariable control, Feedback control system, Feed forward control system, Cascade control system – Ratio control system – Adaptive control system – Split Range Control System, Adjustment and Tuning of controllers, Data loggers, Data acquisition system, Supervisory control, Direct Digital control, DCS, PLC, SCADA system for industrial automation, Intelligent control, biological neural networks, artificial neural network, fuzzy logic – concept, open-loop ANN controller and closed-loop ANN controllerProcess Control: Block diagram, Process characteristics, Process parameters, Discontinuous controller modes, continuous controller modes, pneumatic controllers – proportional controller – PI controller – PD controller – PID controller.Process flow diagrams (PFDs), Process and Instrument diagrams (P&IDs) and Loop diagrams (“loop Sheets”) – Lines & Symbols – codes – tags.
Part III > Module V
Sec 4
Bioelectricity – Resting and action potential – transmission of impulsesBlood Cell Counter.Blood Pressure Measurement, Blood Flow Meters: Electrical activity of the heart, Electrocardiograph (ECG), Electroencephalograph (EEG), Electromyograph (EMG), Cardiac pacemakers, Cardiac Defibrillators, Diathermy, Hemo-dialysis machine, Respirators, Ventilators.Lasers: Characteristics and Classification of LASER.Lasers: Scientific applications of Laser – Industrial applications of Laser – Military applications of Laser – Medical applications of Laser.PH Measurements, Chromatography, analyzers, Thermal conductivity gas analyzer, paramagnetic oxygen analyzer, electrical conductivity analyzer – Zirconia oxygen analyzer, Infrared analyzers.Ultrasonic Imaging – Magnetic resonance ImagingUV & Visible Photometer, Infrared Photometers, Flame photometers, Mass spectrophotometer, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance spectrometer, Raman spectrophotometer.X-ray Machine & Computed Axial Tomography (CAT)
Part II (d): Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 5
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Part II (b): Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 6
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Part III > Module I
Sec 7
Fibre Optic Communication System: Principle of Optical Fibres. Block diagram of fiber optic communication system. Wavelength division multiplexing. Optical fiber construction. Single mode step index fiber, multi mode step index fiber and multimode graded index fiber – comparison. Acceptance angle and Numerical aperture. Propagation of light through optical sensors. Types of Fiber optic sensors. Losses in optical fiber cable. Light sources and detectors used in fiber optic communication systems.Telemetry System: Data transmission – General Telemetry system, block Diagram – Characteristics of Telemetry system. Land Line telemetry system. Voltage Telemetry System – Current Telemetry System – motion balance and Force balance telemetry systems. Synchro Transmitter and Receiver – Position Telemetry System – Position Telemetry system with synchros.Transducers & its Classification: Variable resistance transducers, Variable Inductance transducers, Magnetic transducer, Variable Capacitive transducer, Piezoelectric transducer, Photoelectric transducer, Radiation detectors.
Part III > Module II
Sec 8
Flow Measurements: Laminar and turbulent flow – Reynold’s number – Continuity equation – Bernoulli’s equation for ideal fluid, Variable area and variable head type flow meters, Variable Head flow meter, Differential pressure flow transmitter, Special type flow meters, Electromagnetic flow meters – Turbine flow meter – Mass flow meters – Ultrasonic flow meters – Hot wire anemometer, Positive displacement flow meters, Open channel flow meters.Level Measurement: Float and Cable method of level measurement – Float type magnetic level gauge – Displacer type level indicator using torque tube – Air purge type level indicator – Capacitive conductive level indicator – ultrasonic level gauge – Radiation absorption method – Laser method used for level indication. Fiber optic level sensor – Level switch – Measurement of level of dry materials – Level measurement using strain gauges - Level transmitterPressure Measurement: Definition and units, Different pressure measurement, U-tube manometers, Bourden tube pressure gauges, Bellows Diaphragms and Capsules – Dead weight tester, Vacuum Measurement – McLeod gauge, Pirani gauge & ionization gauge, Differential pressure transmitter for pressure measurement, Fiber optic pressure sensor.Specific gravity measurement, Humidity measurements, speed measurement, Torque measurement, Acceleration measurement.Temperature Measurement: Mercury in glass thermometer, Mercury in steel thermometer, Gas and Vapour Pressure Thermometer, Bimetal, Radiation pyrometer, Optical pyrometer, PTC & NTC – Thermistor, Solid State Temperature Transducers, Resistance Temperature Detector, Types, Thermocouple – industrial thermocouples, thermopile.Viscosity Measurement: Saybolt’s viscometer – Redwood viscometer.
Part I : General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 9
General Knowledge and Current AffairsAwakening Through LiteratureSocio-Religious reform MovementsStruggles and Social RevoltsLeaders Of RenaissanceLiterary FiguresRole Of Press In RenaissanceTowards A New SocietyWomen And Social ChangeSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSocial Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Part II (a): Technical Mathematics
Sec 10
I.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.II.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.III.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.IV.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).V.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.VI.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.VII.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.VIII.Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.
Part II (c): Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
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Assistant Engineer Civil ||| Assistant Engineer Hydrology
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Assistant Engineer positions in Civil and Hydrology roles across various state government departments, including Kerala State Housing Board, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, Kerala Small Scale Industries Development Corporation Limited, and Ground Water Department.
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GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 1
active and passive earth pressurescompactionconsolidationcritical hydraulic gradientEffective stress principlefundamental definitions, relationship and interrelationshipsliquefaction of soilMohr- Coulomb theoryOrigin of soilspermeability and compressibility of soilsSeepage forcessettlement componentsshear strengthsoil classificationthree-phase system
SURVEYING
Sec 2
aerial photogrammetryAstronomical surveyingbearingChain surveyingCompass surveyingcoordinate systemErrors and adjustmentshorizontal and vertical curveshydrographic surveyingImportance of surveyingLevelingmap projectionsmapping conceptsmeasurements of distance and directionsthree-point problemtwo-point problemprinciples and classificationsrefraction and curvature correctionstacheometrytheodolite traversing
FLUID MECHANICS AND IRRIGATION ENGINEERING
Sec 3
Applications of momentum and Bernoulli’s equationaquifersBuoyancycanal liningConcept of boundary layer and its growthcritical depth in open channel flowcritical flow and gradually varied flow in channelsDimensional analysis and hydraulic modelingdrag and lift on bodiesduty and deltaEnergy lossequation of continuityflow netfriction factorhydraulic jumphydraulic jump and its applicationshydraulic structuresHydrographkharif and rabi cropslaminar and turbulent flow through pipesmost efficient section of channelsnotches and weirsOrifices and mouthpiecespipe networksprinciple of conservation of mass, momentum, energy and corresponding equationsProperties of fluidsreservoir lossesspecific energy conceptspecific yieldspillwaystability of floating and submerged bodiesstorage capacity of reservoirsstreamlinestypes of damsundistorted and distorted modelsUniform flowunit hydrographvelocity potential and stream function
STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
Sec 4
archesBending moment and shear force in statically determinate beamsbuckling of columnclose coiled helical springscollision of elastic bodiesEuler and Rankine loadscombined and direct bending stressesbalanced and unbalanced reinforcementprestressed concreteconservation of energy and momentumCylindersdeflectionselastic constantsFlitched beamsinfluence linesmass moment of inertiaRotational motionflexural and shear stressesshear centreunsymmetrical bendingsimple harmonic motionMohr’s circleprincipal stressesStress and strain in two dimensionsslope deflectionStatic frictionrivets and jointsStrain energythin walled pressure vesselstorsion and axial stresstrussesuniform torsion
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Sec 5
B.O.Dbasic unit operations and unit processes for surface water treatmentbasic unit processes and operations for water treatmentC.O.Ddistribution of waterdistribution systemsDOprimary and secondary treatmentquantity of characteristics of domestic wastewaterDrinking water standardseffluent discharge standardsfiltrationPrimary, secondary and tertiary treatment of wastewaterPrinciples of coagulation, flocculation and sedimentationQuality standardssanitationself purification of streamsquantity and characteristics of wastewatersewage treatmentsewerage systemssludge disposalUnit operations and unit processes of domestic wastewaterwater requirements
TRANSPORTAION ENGINEERING
Sec 6
classification of roadsdesign of flexible and rigid pavementsGeometric design of highwayshighway capacityintersection designballastcross-overdifferent types of turn-outsfasteningspermanent waypoints and crossingssleepersignals and markingsSignssuper elevationtesting and specifications of paving materialstheory of traffic flowTraffic characteristicstraffic signs and signal designtransition curves
FOUNDATION ENGINEERING
Sec 7
Contact pressure distribution of ultimate bearing capacity of Terzaghibearing capacity of piles and pile groupsdynamic & static formulaeload capacity of piles in sands & claysnegative skin frictionpile typesdesign aspects of footings and railsEarth pressure theorieseffect of water tablefoundation design requirementslayered soilsmachine foundationmodes of vibrationnatural frequencybearing capacityeffect of shape, water table and other factorssettlement analysis in sands & claysstress distributionfinite slopesinfinite slopesdrilling bore holespenetration testpile load test and plate load testsamplingscopeUnder—reamed pilesvibration isolationwell foundation
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 8
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the ConstitutionCentre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and FinancialEmergency ProvisionsExecutive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional AuthoritiesFundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental DutiesSalient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the ConstitutionServices under the Union and the StatesSocial Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
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Part I: General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 1
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRSAwakening Through LiteratureNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcEfforts To Reform The SocietySocio-Religious reform MovementsSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Struggles and Social RevoltsMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Leaders Of RenaissanceThycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersLiterary FiguresKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersRole Of Press In RenaissanceMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcTowards A New SocietyIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Women And Social ChangeParvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSalient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Part II c: Mathematics
Sec 2
Coding and Decoding, Classification, Letter and Number Series, order and Sequence, Clock and CalendarNumbers, Simplification, Percentage, Interest, Profit and Loss, Work and Time, Time and Distance, MensurationApplications of Differentiation: - Derivative as Rate of change, velocity and acceleration, Related Rates, Maxima and MinimaApplications of Integration: - Area and VolumeMatrices, Determinants and Systems of Linear Equations, Permutations and Combinations
Part II a: Physics
Sec 3
Common devices used to measure physical quantities – screw gauge, vernier calipers, common banlance, spherometer, barometer.Measurement, Units, Systems of Units – CGS , MKS, SI Units.Physical quantities – fundamental and derived types, Dimensions of physical quantities, Dimensional analysis, Order of magnitude, Significant figures,Uncertainties in measurements-Types of errors, random and systematic errors, absolute, relative and percentage errors, combination of errors, Fitting data to curves, Least-square fit.Atomic structure – Bohr model, Energy levels and Atomic spectra, Spectral Series-Balmer, Paschen, Brackett, Pfund Series.Laser – electromagnetic radiation, induced and spontaneous emission, induced absorption, population inversion, optical pumping, Ruby Laser, He-Ne Laser.Light propagation, Reflection, Mirrors – different types, Focus, Focal length, Mirror equation,Microscope – Simple and Compound, Telescope – Reflecting and Refracting types, Aberration – Spherical and Chromatic.Photoelectric effect – work function, Einstein's explanation.Polarisation of light – Polarised and unpolarised waves, polaroids, Malu's law, Polarisation by scattering, optical activity.Refraction, Lenses – different types, Lens equation, Dispersion – prism,Scattering – Rayleigh and Raman scattering, Color of sky, color of sun during sunrise and sunset.Superposition principle, Interference, Newton's rings, Michelson interferometer, Diffraction- Fresnel and Franhaufer diffraction, Grating, Resolving power microscopes, telescopes and grating.Alternating current – Peak, average and RMS values, impendence, inductive, capacitive and series LCR circuits.Circuits- Voltage and current sources, Kirchoff's laws, Thevenin's and Norton's theorems, Maximum power tranfer theorem, Wheatston's principle and applications.Digital Electronics – binary number system, boolean algebra, D' Morgan's theorem, logic gates. basic and universal gates.Electomagnetic Induction- Faraday's law, Self induction and Mutual induction, Inductors, Tranformer.Electricity - Charge, Coulomb's law, Field, Gauss's theorem and applications, Potential, distribution of charges, Poisson and Laplace's equation.Electronics – conductors, insulators and semiconductors, intrinsic and extrinsic semi conductors, pn junction, Diodes- Types, Rectifiers using semiconductor diodes, Zener diode and voltage regulation.Fields in matter- dielectric polarization, polarizability, capacitors.Galvanometer, ammeter, voltmeter, multimeter, potentiometer.Magnetism- magnetic field, Biot-Savart law, Lorentz force, Ampere's circuital theorem and applications.Steady current- Ohm's law, Resistance and Resistivity.Transistor – types, transistor action, different transistor configurations- CE and CB configurations - characteristics, biasing and operating point, Amplifiers – current, voltage and power amplifiers, Oscillators – Heartley, Colpitts and RC phase shift oscillator.Elasticity, stress, strain, Hooke's law, modulus of elasticity - types and applications, Bending of beams, torsion, torsional oscillations.Fluids – Fluid pressure, buoyancy, Archimide's principle, Equation of continuity, Bernoulle's principle and applications.Gravitation law, gravitational and inertial mass, Kepler's law, acceleration due to gravity, satellites- types, orbital velocity, escape velocity, time period.Heat – temperature, temperature scales, heat transport- coduction, convection and radiation. Black body, emissivity, Wein's displacement law, Stefan's law.Ideal gases- gas laws, Charle's law, Boyle's law, ideal gas equation, Avogadro's law.Mechanical equilibrium – concurrent forces, translational and rotational equilibrium, moment bar.Motion in 1-, 2- and 3-dimensions, displacement, velocity, speed, uniform and non-uniform motion, acceleration, Equations of motion for uniformly accelerated bodies, projectile motion, circular motionNewtons laws of motion, mass, force, work, energy, power.Phase transitions- first and second order tansitions, latent heat, specific heat.Rigid body dynamics – center of mass, moment of inertia, centre of gravity.Rotational motion, angular momentum, torque, couple.Surface tension, capillarity, viscosity, Newton's law, Stoke's fomula, Poiseuille's equation – applications.Thermodynamic processes – isothermal, adiabatic, isobaric, isochoric, Laws of thermodynamics- first and second laws, entropy.
Part II b: Chemistry
Sec 4
Fuels-Calorific value, Determination of calorific value of solid and liquid fuel by Bomb Calorimeter.Nanomaterials- Definition, Classification, Synthesis-Sol gel method, Hydrothermal technique, Properties of Nanomaterials - optical, magnetic and thermal properties with examples, Carbon Nanotubes-synthesis, properties and applications.Polymers- Preparation and applications of Bakelite, Polythene, PVC, PMMA, Nylon-66, Neoprene. Conducting Polymers- mechanism and applications, polyaniline, polypyrrole.Beer-Lambert’s Law, UV-visible spectroscopy-principle and applications.Chromatographic Methods- Basic principles of column chromatography, thin layer chromatography, Gas Chromatography and HPLC.Elementary idea of XRD, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Transmission ElectronMicroscopy (TEM).Proton NMR spectroscopy-Principle, Chemical Shift and applicationsThermal Analysis-TGA, DTA-principle and applications.
Technical
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VOCATIONAL TEACHER – MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS OF RADIO & TELEVISION
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Vocational Teacher in Maintenance and Repairs of Radio and Television in the Kerala Vocational Higher Secondary Education Department.
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Part I b - Circuits
Sec 1
A/D converterAnalysis of High frequency oscillatorsD/A convertersDifferential AmplifiersEMI EnvironmentFeed back amplifiersIntegrated Circuit technologiesLow frequency OscillatorsPLL
Part II - Electrical Drives and Control
Sec 2
AC motorsBasic configurations of switched mode inverterDC machinesInduction motor drives Speed control by varying stator frequency and voltagePower devicesPrinciple of vector control
Part I c - Analog Communication
Sec 3
Amplitude modulationAngle Modulation
Part I g - Signal Processing
Sec 4
Analysis of finite word length effectsComputer architecture for signal processingDesign of FIR FiltersMulti-rate Digital Signal ProcessingThe Discrete Fourier Transform
Part I e - TV and Radio
Sec 5
Basic antenna parametersDigital TVLight wave systemsRadio wave propagationTelevision
Part I a - Devices
Sec 6
Bipolar junction transistorJFETMOS CapacitorMOSFETHetero JunctionsMetal Semiconductor contactsPN junctionsUJT, PNPN diode, SCR, DIAC, TRIAC and IGBT
Part I f - Microcontrollers
Sec 7
Development & Debugging tools for microcontroller based system designIntroduction to microcontrollersMicrocontroller RISC family-ARM processor fundamentalsProgramming timer/counter
Part III : General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 8
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRSAwakening Through LiteratureSocio-Religious reform MovementsStruggles and Social RevoltsLeaders Of RenaissanceLiterary FiguresRole Of Press In RenaissanceTowards A New SocietyWomen And Social ChangeSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSocial Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Part I d - Digital Communication
Sec 9
Pulse ModulationSpread spectrum communication
Technical
100 Marks
Other Research Assistant (Zoology)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Other Research Assistant (Zoology) in the Fisheries Department. This post demands higher education qualifications in subjects like Zoology.
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Module 4
Sec 1
Acquired immunityAntigensAutoimmune DiseasesB - cellsCell mediated immunityComplement systemEpitopesGraft rejectionGraft retentionHaptensHumoral immunityImmune responseImmunogensImmunoglobulin gene organizationImmunoglobulins and their diversityImmunosuppressive drugsInnate immunityMHC complexMonoclonal antibodiesMyasthenia gravisOrgan transplantationPrimary and Secondary Lymphoid organsRheumatoid ArthritisSomatic hypermutationSystemic lupus erythromatosusT cellsTissue TransplantationType - 1 Diabetes
Module 2
Sec 2
AcromegalyAction PotentialAdrenalineAngiotensinBlood pressureCardiac muscleCatch muscleEcdysoneFibrillar muscleFlight musclesGiant neuronesGlucagonGlucocorticoidsGoitreHemodialysisHuman Chorionic GonadotropinInsecticidal poisoningInsulinInvertebrate HormonesJuvenile HormoneMelatoninMineralocorticoidsMode of action of steroid Hormones - Cyclic AMPMuscle contractionNerve impulseNeurotransmittersOestrogenOxytocinParkinson’s DiseaseProgesteroneRegulation of Acid - Base balanceSerotoninSignal transductionSinus glandSomatotrophinStriated MuscleTay-Sachs DiseaseTestosteroneThyroxineVassopressinVertebrate hormones
Module 8
Sec 3
ADAKAqua-tourismAquaculture extension systemsClosed seasons and regulation of fishing during monsoon seasonConservation of pelagic and demersal marine fishery resourcesDeep sea fishing policy of IndiaExtension in fisheries and aquacultureFAO Code of conduct for responsible fisheriesFFDAsFisheries legislations of IndiaFisheries policy of India and KeralaGovernment projects for enhancing Inland fish production and sustainable marine fisheries productionImportance of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in fisheries extension systemImportance of information and communication technology in fisheriesInland and marine fish marketing in IndiaInland and marine fisheries research institutions in IndiaIntroduction to extension education and methodsKerala Marine Fisheries Regulation Act (KMFRA)Management of inland fishery resourcesMarine Fisheries Regulation Act of IndiaMarket-led extension approachesMatsyafedMatsyakeralam projectParticipatory fisheries extension approachesRole of cooperatives in marketingRole of women`s self-help groupsThe Kerala Inland Fisheries and Aquaculture Act
Module 6
Sec 4
Advances in prawn cultureAquaculture systems: Extensive, semi-intensive and intensive culture of fishAquaranchingBrood stock maintenanceBundh BreedingCage and pen cultureCage aquaculture in Indian reservoirsCage culture technologyCandidates for coastal aquaculture in India.Chinese HatcheryComposite fish cultureCulture of carps in India: Composite fish cultureCulture of freshwater prawnsCulture of shrimps: stocking, water qualityCulture practicesDesign of carp hatcheryDesign of prawn hatcheryDesign of shrimp hatcheryEffluent treatment systemFeedingFreshwater prawn culture and farm managementHarvestingHealth managementHypophysationIntegrated farming systems: Design, farming practices, constraints and economics of IFS of fish with paddy, cattle, pig, poultry, duck, rabbit, etc.Integrated fish farmingLarval stagesLimingManagement of aquafarms: eradication of pests and predatorsManuringMonosex cultureObjectives and scope of aquacultureOvulating agents like Ovaprim, Ovatide, etc.Packing and transportationPolyculturePrinciples of coastal aquaculture and maricultureRecent advances in carp cultureRecirculatory systemsRice-fish cultureSeed production and culture of brackishwater fishes pearl spot and sea breamSeed production and culture of Carps: Wild collection and transportationSeed production of exotic carpsSeed production of freshwater prawns: water quality requirementsSelection of site for aquacultureSelection of species for aquacultureShrimp seed production: brood stock maintenanceSite selection, design and project preparation for the establishment of a shrimp hatcheryStatus of global and Indian aquaculture scenarioTraditional aquaculture practices in India –prawn filtrationTypes of aquaculture: monospecies cultureWater quality management and monitoringWater quality requirementsWeeds and their control
Module 1
Sec 5
AlkaptonuriaAlpha oxidationAlzheimer's DiseaseAmino acid decarboxylationAmphibiaAnnelidaApoptosisArthropodaAschelminthesAtherosclerosisAvesBhor effectBiogenic aminesCatabolism of PurinesCephalochordataChaperonsCoelenterataCytostomataDeaminationDiabetes mellitusEchinodermataElasmobranchiEssential Amino acidsFree radical scavenging systemsGluconeogenesisGlucose Tolerance testGlycogenolysisGlycolysisHDL-cholesterolHemichordataKetone bodiesLactose intoleranceLDL cholesterolLipid peroxidationMammalsMolluscaMuscle fatigueOmega oxidationOrnithine cycleOxidation of fatty acids Beta oxidationOxygen debtPhenylketonuriaPlatyhelminthesPoriferaPrionsRepteliaSalient features of ProtozoaTeleostiTransaminationUrochordata
Module 5
Sec 6
AnchoviesBarracudasBombay duckBreamsCapture fisheries of major rivers, lakes, reservoirs and estuaries in IndiaCarangidsCrab fisheryCrustacean fishery of India-Penaeid and non-penaeid shrimp fisheriesDemersal fisheries of India: sharksFeatures and trends in production of demersal fisheriesFeatures and trends in the production of pelagic fisheriesFish and shell fisheries in the lakes and estuaries of KeralaImpact of trawling and bycatch on fishery resourcesImportance of fisheries in the world and Indian economicsImportance of wetlands in fisheries resource managementIntroduction to marine fisheries of the worldLobster fisheryMackerelsMajor crafts and gears used in inland and marine fisheries of KeralaMajor fishing zones of world and IndiaMajor inland waters of the world and IndiaMajor perchesMarine capture fisheries of IndiaMarine product export from India and role of MPEDAMolluscan fisheries of IndiaMulletsPelagic fisheries of India: sardinesPomfretsRibbonfishSciaenidsSeer fishShads and other clupeidsSilver bellyThreadfinTrends in global and Indian inland capture fish productionTrends in marine capture fisheries of IndiaTunaWhite baits
Module 7
Sec 7
Bacteria of human health significance in seafoodBacteriology of fish and shellfishBasic principles, methods and application of chillingBiosecurityBlock freezingCommon fish and shellfish diseases in Indian aquaculture sectorDifferent aspects of sea food qualityFishery products and by-productsFreezing and canningFundamental aspects of quality control in sea foodHACCPHygiene in processing plantsImportance of fish in human dietIndividual quick freezing (IQF)Inspection of sea food qualityMajor methods of fish processing- DryingManagement of fish and shellfish diseases: Prophylaxis and therapyNational agencies for sea food inspectionNutritional quality of FishProximate composition of fishQuarantineRegulations in use of exotic species in IndiaRigor mortisSaltingSmokingSpoilage BacteriaSpoilage of fishStorage of chilled and frozen fish
Module 3
Sec 8
Bombay Blood GroupC-value paradoxCell cycleCo-dominanceCri-du-chat syndromeDNA bar codingDNA Finger PrintingDownn SyndromeEpistasisExpressivityGeneGene evolutionGene frequencyGene mappingGene poolGenetic codeHistonesHIVHomeotic genesHuman Blood groupsIdiogramKaryo typeKlinefelter syndromeLambda PhagesLyon Hypothesism-RNAMitochondrial DNANucleosomeNucleotide sequencePenetrancePhiladelphia chromosomePhylogenetic treesPlasmidsPleuripotencyPolyembryonyr-RNARegulation of cell cycleRetrovirusRh - GroupSelection pressureSickle cell HemoglobinSigma factorStem cellst-RNAThalassemiaTotipotencyTranscriptionTranslationTurner syndrome
Part II : General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 9
General Knowledge and Current AffairsDramaLibrary movementNataka PrashtanamNovelPoetryPurogamana Sahithya PrasthanamIslam Dharma Paripalana SanghamNair Service SocietyPrathyaksha Raksha Daiva SabhaSadhu Jana Paripalana SanghamSahodara PrasthanamSamathwa SamajamSNDP YogamVaala Samudaya Parishkarani SabhaYogakshema SabhaAbstention movementChannar agitationCivil Disobedience MovementEzhava MemorialGuruvayoor SathyagrahaKuttamkulam SathyagrahaMalabar riotsMalyalee MemorialPaliyam SathyagrahaTemple Entry ActTemple Entry ProclamationUpper cloth revoltsVaikom SathyagrahaA K GopalanAyyan KaliBarrister G P PillaiBlessed Elias Kuriakose ChaavraBrahmananda SivayogiC KesavanC V KunjuramanChattampi SwamikalDr PalpuDr.Ayyathan GopalanK KelappanK P Kesava MenonK P VellonKrishna PillaiKrishnanKuroor Neelakantan NamboothiripadKuttippuzha KrishnapillaiM C JosephMakthi ThangalMampuram ThangalMannathu PadmanabhanMoorkoth KumaranP K Chathan MasterPalakkunnath Abraham MalpanPampadi John JosephPandit K P KaruppanPoikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru)Sahodaran AyyappanSree Narayana GuruSwami Ananda TheerthanT K MadhavanT R Krishnaswami IyerThycaud Ayya VaikundarV T BhattathirippadVagbhadanandaVakkom Abdul Khadar MaulaviVelukkutty ArayanChandu MenonChangampuzha Krishna PillaiG Sankara KurupKandathil Varghese MappilaKeralaVarma Valiyakoil ThampuranKesav DevKodungallur Kunhikkuttan ThampuranKumaran AsanPonkunnam VarkyS K PottakkadThakazhi Sivasankara PillaiUlloor S Parameswara IyerVaikom Muhammad BasheerVallathol Narayana MenonAl-AmeenBhashaposhiniKerala KaumudiKesariMalayala ManoramaMalayaleeMathrubhoomiMithavadiPrabhathamSamadarsiSwadeshabhimaniSwarajVivekodayamYukthivadiIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.A V Kuttimalu AmmaAkkamma CheriyanAnna ChandiArya PallamLalitha PrabhuLalithambika AntharjanamParvathi NenmenimangalamAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc.Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
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Works Manager ||| State Water Transport
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Works Manager in the Kerala State Water Transport Department.
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Part I > Module 5
Sec 1
Airy’s stress function - trial method solutions by polynomial - solutions for bending of a cantilever with an end load and bending of a beam under uniform load - Equations in polar coordinates - Lame’s problem - stress concentration problem of a small hole in a large plate - Axi-symmetric problems. Thick cylinders - interference fit - Un-symmetrical: Special problems in bending.bending - shear center - curved beams with circular and rectangular cross - sectionShafts and axles design - stresses - causes of failure in shafts - design based on strength, rigidity and critical speed - design for static and fatigue loads - design - reversed bending - repeated loading - Design of keys and pins - Design of riveted joints - Rigid and flexible couplings - couplings Design of welded joints.
Part I > Module 1 > Principal Non ferrous Alloys
Sec 2
Aluminum, Copper, Magnesium, Nickel, Titanium, study of composition, microstructure, properties, applications. reference shall be made to the phase diagrams whenever necessary:
Part II > General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > Salient Features of Indian Constitution
Sec 3
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre - State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble - Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.
Part I > Module 1 > Heat treatment
Sec 4
annealing, normalizing, - critical cooling rate (CCT) - TTT diagramsetc: bainite, spheroidite, nitriding, Definition and necessityHardenability, Jominy end, quench test, applicationshardening: Tempering - austempering and martempering, spheroidizinghardness and microhardness tests - surface hardening methods: Flame, induction, laser and electron beam - carburizing processes; Nitriding; hardening processes
Part I > Module 1 > Super plasticity
Sec 5
applications.
Part I > Module 1 > Welding
Sec 6
Arc welding: applications, equipment, polarity, governing factor in fusion welding - electrodes and types - TIG - MAG - Submerged arc, electroslag, plasma arc and CO2 process - arc welding flux coredBrazing and soldering - adhesive bondingdiffusion, definition of welding, metallurgy of welding, applications, - classification - welding design - effect of weld parameters on weld quality, heat input, heat flow and distortionsexplosive welding - inspection and defects in welding - heat affected zone, grain size, variations in joint strengthGas welding: details, equipment, fluxes and filler rods - flame cuttingResistance, thermit, solid state welding - Electron and laser beam welding
Part I > Module 1 > Metallurgy and Material Science
Sec 7
Atomic structure - correlation of atomic radius to strength, electron configurations (basic only)Metallic bond: opaque, lustrous, density, non directional bonding, conductivity, ductilityPrimary bonds - ionic and Covalent bond: bond energy - with strength, cohesive force, density, directional and non directionalSecondary bonds: cutting process - etc. specific heat, hydrogen bond, classificationSpecific properties of bonding: deeper energy well bond and shallow energy well bond, melting temperature, modulus, of elasticity, coefficient of thermal expansion and attributes of modulus of elasticity in metal
Part I > Module 2 > Fluid Mechanics
Sec 8
Basic concepts - properties of fluids
Part I > Module 5 > Kinematics of Machinery
Sec 9
Basic concepts and definitions - Kinematics - Degree of freedom, Mobility - Gruebler’s criterion, Kutzbach criterion - Grashof’s Law - Kinematic inversions of four - bar chain, slider crank chains and double slider crank chains - Limit positions - Mechanical advantage - Transmission Angle - Coupler curves - Description of some common Mechanisms - Quick Return Mechanisms, Straight line generators, Dwell Mechanisms, and Ratchets Escapements, Universal Joint, steering mechanisms - Displacement, velocity and acceleration analysis of simple mechanisms - Graphical method - Velocity and acceleration polygons - Velocity analysis using instantaneous centers - Kennedy’s theorem, kinematic analysis by Vector approach - complex algebra methods - Computer applications in the kinematic analysis of simple mechanisms - Coincident points - Coriolis component of Acceleration.
Part I > Module 2
Sec 10
Basic equation of energy transfer in rotodynamic machinery - components of energy transfer in pumping machineryEuler’s momentum equation - Bernoulli’s equation and its limitations - energy correction factors - applications of Bernoulli’s equation - venturimeter, orifice meter, pitot tube, orifice, mouthpieces and weirs and notchesImpulse Momentum equation - applications - reaction principle - propulsion of ships.Non dimensional numbers. Model studies. Non dimensional parameters for incompressible flow machines - Capacity coefficient, Head coefficient, Power coefficient, Reynold’s number, Froude’s number, Euler’s number, Weber’s number and Mach number (Reynold’s number, Froude’s number, Euler’s number, Weber’s number and Mach number)Non-dimensional performance curves for pumps - effect of change of outlet vane angle, impeller diameter and speed - Principle of similitude
Part I > Module 5 > Mechanics of Materials
Sec 11
Basic equations of Elasticity, Stress at a point with respect to a plane - normal and tangential components of stress - stress tensor - Cauchy’s sno-equations - stress transformation - principal stresses and planes - strain at a point - strain tensor - analogy between stress and strain tensors - constitutive equations - generalized Hooke’s law - relation among elastic constants - equations of equilibrium - compatibility relations - displacement relations - strain conditions - boundary conditions - Saint Venant’s principle for end effects - uniqueness condition - 2-D problems in elasticity. Plane stress and plane strain problems.
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Broaching
Sec 12
basic process - different cutting elements - force required for broaching - broach strength
Part I > Module 1 > Cold working
Sec 13
Bauchiner effect and attributes in metal forming
Part I > Module 1 > Bending dies
Sec 14
bending methods, minimum bend radius, bendability, spring back, forces, bend allowances
Part I > Module 2 > Boundary layer theory
Sec 15
boundary layer separation - methods of controlling - wake - drag force on a rectangular plate - pressure drag - friction drag - total drag - streamlined body - bluff body, lift and drag force on an aero foil - characteristics - Poiseuille-Hagen equation.
Part I > Module 1 > Fracture
Sec 16
Brittle and ductile fractureGriffith theory of brittle fracturestress concentration, stress raiser - Effect on plastic deformation on crack propagationtransgranular, intergranular fracture - Effect of impact loading on ductile material and its application in forging etc:
Part I > Module 1 > Crystallography
Sec 17
Burgers vectorclassification of crystal imperfections: types of dislocation, forest of dislocation, crack initiation - role of surface defects on crackCrystal, space lattice, unit cell - BCC, FCC, HCP structures - short and long range orderDetermination of atomic packing factor of SC, BCC, FCC, coordination number, densitiesEffects of crystalline and amorphous structure on mechanical propertiesMiller Indices: brittleness of BCC, HCP and ductility of FCCModes of plastic deformation: with slip in metals. Correlation of slip system, Schmid’s law, twinning, SlipPolymorphism and allotropySignificance of Frank and Read source in metals deformation - correlation of dislocation density with strength and nano concept
Part I > Module 2 > Open channel flow
Sec 18
Chezy’s equation - most economical cross section - Hydraulic jump
Part I > Module 1 > Alloy steels
Sec 19
Chromium m steels etcEffects of alloying elements on dislocation movement, polymorphic transformation temperature, formation of carbides and stability of the eutectic point displacement, retardation of the transformation ratesEnhancement of steel properties by adding alloying elements: Molybdenum, Nickel, Chromium, Vanadium, Tungsten, Cobalt, Silicon, Copper and Leadimprovement in corrosion resistance, mechanical properties
Part I > Module 2 > Rotodynamic pumps
Sec 20
classification - constructional features - working of centrifugal pumps - Euler’s head equation - pump performance characteristics - selection of pumps from performance curves - NPSH available - NPSH required - multistage pumps - pumps in parallel & series operation - propeller pumps
Part I > Module 1 > Forging
Sec 21
classification - Forging methods analysis: open die forging, forces and work of deformation - slab method - in-die forging under sticking condition only, solid cylindrical, rectangular work piece in plane strain - deformation zone geometry:die forging - impression, close, Syllabus, B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering Mahatma Gandhi University - defects in forging - forgeability tests - die design and materials - equipments - heating in forging - quality assurance for forging - non-destructive testing
Part I > Module 1 > Phase diagrams
Sec 22
classification of alloys, solid solutions, Hume’s Rothery’s ruleCoring - equilibrium diagrams reactions: Eutectic, Eutectoid, Peritectic, Peritectoid, Monotectic, PeriteticDetailed discussion on Iron Carbon equilibrium diagram with microstructure and properties changes in austenite, pearlite, ledeburite, ferrite, cementite, interlamellar spacing of pearlite to strength etc.Limitations and alloys of pure metal need of alloyingphase equilibrium diagrams - single phase, multi-rule, Gibbs’s phase rule and lever rulespecial features of martensite transform:
Part I > Module 1 > Cast Iron
Sec 23
Classifications, grey, white, malleable and spheroidal graphite cast iron, composition, microstructure, properties and applications
Part I > Module 1 > Manufacturing Process > Casting
Sec 24
cleaning of castings - defects in castings - inspection and quality controlcontinuous, squeeze casting and semi solid metal forming, economics and surface finish obtainable - shell mold, vacuum, investment, slush, pressure, die, centrifugal, precision investment, strip, include necessary figures (and equations.) comparison of casting with other production processes.
Part I > Module 1 > Manufacturing Process > Patterns
Sec 25
code types, allowances, color
Part I > Module 8
Sec 26
Codification of materials - storage design - storages layout - storage systems and equipment - stores preservation - stores procedures - stock valuation and verification - ware housing and distribution management.e-recruitment and selection - e-employee profile - e-training and virtual learning - Orientation and e-development - Performance management and Compensation Career Concepts - Roles - Career stages - Career planning Process and - Career development Models - Career Motivation and Enrichment - Designing Effective Career Development Systems - Managing Career plateaus - Competencies and Career Management - Competency Mapping Models - Equity and Competency based Compensation.
Part I > Module 6 > Thermodynamics of Combustion
Sec 27
Combustion reaction of common fuels - Exhaust gas composition - Flue gas analysis.
Part I > Module 1 > Manufacturing Process > Moulding sand
Sec 28
constituents, types, properties, testing, types of mould, moulding machines
Part I > Module 7 > Electrical System > Generators & Alternator > Starting Motors
Sec 29
Constructional details of DC Generators fitted with Engines - Special features, Output regulators. details of Alternators fitted with Engines - Electronic Voltage regulators, special features.
Part I > Module 1 > Creep
Sec 30
Creep tests - Creep curves - Sub-structural change, deformation by slip, grain formation - boundary slidingMechanism of creep deformation - threshold for creep - prevention against creep
Part I > Module 1 > Mechanism of crystallization
Sec 31
crystal structure determined by X-ray diffraction methodDiffusion in solids, Fick’s laws, - mechanisms, applications of diffusion in mechanical engineering.Effects of grain size, grain size distribution, grain shape, grain orientation - on dislocation/strength and creep resistanceHall-Petch equation; significance high and low - angle grain boundaries on dislocationHomogeneous and heterogeneous nuclei formation, under cooling, dendritic growth, grain wth, boundary irregularitypolishing and etching to determine the microstructure ipol
Part I > Module 1 > Die cutting
Sec 32
cutting action in punch and die operations - types of presses - Shearing - Different types - die clearances - types of die: progressive, compound, combination die
Part I > Module 1 > Deep drawing
Sec 33
deep draw ability, punch forces - CAD/CAM and CIM,
Part I > Module 2 > Fluid kinematics
Sec 34
Description of flow pattern - streamlines, path lines, streak lines, stream tubes - velocity and acceleration in fluid flow - Continuity equation
Part I > Module 1 > Manufacturing Process > Gating system
Sec 35
design of gating system, sprue, gating ratio, slag trap, heat and fluid flow in metal casting, elements and
Part I > Module 1 > Types of Strengthening mechanisms
Sec 36
Detailed discussion of strain hardening: recovery; recrystallization; mechanical Engineering. Mahatma B.Tech. Syllabus; Driving force for grain growth, recrystallization temperature, effect of grain sizegrain size reduce, Solid Solution hardening, precipitation strengthening and over aging, work hardening, dispersion hardening
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Thread production process
Sec 37
different thread production processes: screw cutting on lathe, thread milling, thread rolling, tapping, die threading, knurling thread with and thread grinding.
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Milling
Sec 38
different types milling machines - different methods of milling - nomenclature of operations - milling cutters - different types of milling cutter for milling - attachments: vertical milling and universal milling attachment, high speed milling attachment, rack milling, slot milling and attachments, parking bracket, rotary table, universal dividing head, vices, arbors, adapters and collet chucks - surface roughness obtainable in milling - materials tool and applications and advantages: machining centers
Part I > Module 3
Sec 39
Different types of switching and its merits - Applications of unloading valve. Applications of pressure reducing and Meter In and Meter out, velocity control.Hand pumps - single acting, double acting, multi-pumpsPneumatic Hammer, hydraulic press, power - Riveter. steeringScrew, Vane, piston pumps. Axial piston pump, swash plate, bent axis pump, radial piston pump, series pumps.Typical hydraulic pressure - Properties of commonly used hydraulic fluids. circuits used in machine tools
Part I > Module 3 > Hydraulic valves
Sec 40
Directional control valve, shuttle valve, pressure control valve, Stop valve - relief valve - non-return valve - sequence valve - counter balance valve - pressure reducing valve - flow control valve - direction control valves - throttling, non throttling - open center and closed center and tandem center valves
Part I > Module 3 > Gear pumps
Sec 41
Displacement - internal, external and gear ring
Part I > Module 5 > Analysis of Machinery > Brakes and Clutches
Sec 42
double block, long shoe, multi-plate, cone, single plate, - braking of a vehicle - block, hydraulic, mechanical, air and power brakes - Internally expanding shoe, band, Shoe & band, Internal expanding shoe, double block - centrifugal clutches, multiple.
Part I > Module 5 > Analysis of Machinery > Force
Sec 43
dynamic and static force analysis of plane motion mechanisms - principle of superposition - matrix methods
Part I > Module 5 > Analysis of Machinery > Governors
Sec 44
effort and power - controlling force diagram - quality of governors - sensitiveness in effect of friction - stability - inertia governors - governor speed, torque characteristics of an engine - governor and flywheel - Turning moment diagram
Part I > Module 2 > Hydraulic Machines > Principles
Sec 45
Energy transfer between fluid and rotor, classification of fluid machinery - applications, stage velocity triangles, work machinery, dimensionless parameters, specific speed, efficiency and performance characteristics for compressors, rotodynamic pumps and turbines.
Part I > Module 2 > Cavitation in fluid machines
Sec 46
factors affecting cavitation in pumps and turbines
Part I > Module 6
Sec 47
Fuel injection systems in SI and IC engines - Fuel injection pumps - nozzle - direct and indirect injections - MPFI systems and GDI engines - CRDI technology.Variation of specific heats - Dissociation - Engine cooling systems - Air and liquid system - Super charging and turbo charging
Part I > Module 3 > Hydraulic Circuits and Circuit
Sec 48
Fundamentals. Flow divider and combiner. Piping terminology, control terminology, flow control of hydraulic pump
Part I > Module 1 > Gauge blocks
Sec 49
gauge materials, accuracy and standards - effect of temperature, surface roughness - gauge blocks
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Gear cutting process > Gear milling
Sec 50
gear milling machines and different gear milling operations
Part I > Module 3 > Types of hydraulic motors
Sec 51
gear motors, vane, radial piston, rolling vane, ball piston, oscillating motor, piston motor, piston cylinders, cylinder cushion. Telescopic cylinder.
Part II > GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS
Sec 52
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Part I > Module 1 > Engineering Metrology
Sec 53
General measurements concepts - Principles for achieving accuracy; Methods for estimating accuracy and precision, precision Vs accuracy, systematic and constant errors - s: progressive, random, erratic, drunkard errors
Part I > Module 1 > Mechanics of rod and wire Drawing
Sec 54
ideal deformation, ideal deformation and friction, drawing of flat strips etc - drawing defects - drawing practices.
Part I > Module 6 > Testing of CI engines
Sec 55
Indicated power - Brake Power - Volumetric efficiency - Heat balance test - Morse test.
Part I > Module 7 > Electrical System > Fundamentals of DC and AC circuits
Sec 56
Introduction to AC and DC circuits - Active, passive two terminal elements, Current relations for resistor, inductor, capacitor - Ohm’s law, Voltage, Kirchhoff’s laws, Mesh analysis, Nodal analysis, Ideal sources, current division, voltage division.
Part II > General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Towards A New Society
Sec 57
Introduction to English education - various missionary organizations and their functioning - founding of educational institutions. printing press, factories etc.
Part I > Module 3 > Industrial Hydraulics
Sec 58
Introduction to hydraulics and pneumatic devices / Symbols. Power transmission, hydraulic Pumps. Nomenclature - Comparison of electric, hydraulic and pneumatic devices. Hydraulic Accumulators. Pumps and motors. Principle of working.
Part I > Module 5 > Spur Gear
Sec 59
Involute and cycloidal tooth profiles - Law of toothed gearing - Gear tooth action - Contact ratio - Interference and undercutting - standard gear teeth - Helical, Bevel, Worm, Rack and Pinion gears [Basics only] - Non - Gear Trains - Speed ratio, train value - Parallel axis gear trains - Epicyclic Gear Trains - Differentials.
Part II > General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Literary Figures
Sec 60
Kodungallur Kunjikkuttan Thampuran, Valiyakoickal Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila, Ullur S. Parameswara Iyer, Vallathol Narayana Menon, C. V. Raman Pillai, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer, Sankar Kurup, Kesav Dev, Thazhakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varkey, K. S. Pottakkad and others.
Part I > Module 2 > Flow through pipes
Sec 61
laminar and turbulent flow in pipes - critical Reynold’s number - Darcy Weisbach equation - hydraulic radius - losses in pipes - pipes in series in pipes parallel - power transmission through pipes - hydraulic gradient line and total energy line - equivalent pipe - Moody’s diagram
Part I > Module 1
Sec 62
limit gauges - gauge tolerance, presentation of gauge tolerances - Taylor’s theory of gauging - Design and limit gauges for screw threads - operation of linear measurements - Principle of alignment (Abbe’s) - accuracy and precision etc.Work holding principle - clamping types - principle of clamping: degrees of freedom
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Shaping, planing and slotting
Sec 63
machines: Types and specifications - quick return motion - hydraulic feed and its advantages - depth of cut, speed and feed - automatic feed - work holding devices - types of operation and examples of work done - shaping of V blocks, planing of guide gibs, slotting of keyways
Part II > General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Role Of Press In Renaissance
Sec 64
Malayala Manorama, Swaraj, Mithavadi, Vivekodayam, Swadeshabhimani, Malayali, Keralakaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI, Prathibha, Ameen, Yugaprabath, Yukthivadi etc.
Part I > Module 4 > Safety equipments on Ships/ boats
Sec 65
Manning of boats Life saving appliances, fire appliances, Light and sound signals. Onboard.
Part I > Module 1 > Comparators
Sec 66
mechanical, pneumatic and horizontal length - mechanical - optical comparator
Part I > Module 1 > Metal flow > Extrusion
Sec 67
mechanism and types - extrusion defects:
Part I > Module 1 > Fatigue
Sec 68
Mechanism of fatigue failure - structural features of fatigue: crack initiation, growth, propagation - fatigue testsPrimary and secondary stress raisers - Factors affecting fatigue strength: stress concentration, size effect, surface roughness, change in surface propertiesStress cycles - S-N curve - Characteristics of fatigue failureWays to improve fatigue life - surface residual stress, effect of temperature on fatigue - thermal fatigue, its applications in metal cutting
Part I > Module 4 > Registration of ships / boats
Sec 69
Merchant Shipping Act, Inland Vessel Rules, River Sea Vessels Rules. Harbour Craft Rules, Canal Rules.
Part II > General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Efforts To Reform The Society > (A) Religious Social Reform Movements
Sec 70
NDPS Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaal Samudaya Parishkarana Sabha, Samatva Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sadachara Paripalana Sangham etc.
Part I > Module 8 > Employee Coaching and Counseling
Sec 71
Need for Coaching - Role of HR in coaching - Coaching Effectiveness - Skills for Effective Coaching and Performance - Need for Counseling - Role of HR in counseling - Components of Counseling Programs - Counseling Effectiveness - Employee Health and Welfare Programs - Work Stress - Sources - Consequences - Stress Management Techniques - Self Management and Emotional Intelligence - Eastern and Western Practices.
Part I > Module 1 > High energy rate forming
Sec 72
needs, energy source - material behavior - pneumatic, mechanical, hydraulic, electromagnetic and explosive forming
Part II > General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Women And Social Change
Sec 73
Nenmini menon, Arya Pallam, A. V. Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu, Akkamma Parvathy Cheriyan, Anna Chandy, Lalithambika Antherjanam and others.
Part II > General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Awakening Through Literature
Sec 74
Novel, Drama, Poetry - P. K. Narayanapanicker, P. Kesavadev, P. V. Pathmadas, Library movement etc.
Part I > Module 6 > Pollutants in SI and IC engines
Sec 75
NOx, CO, unburnt hydrocarbons, smoke and particulate - Measurement of emission (CH, CO and NOx and smoke intensity) - Exhaust gas treatment - Thermal reaction - Catalytic converter - Particulate trap
Part I > Module 8 > Job Evaluation
Sec 76
objectives - methods - Factors affecting wages - Characteristics - Types of wages - methods of wage system - structure - components.
Part I > Module 8 > Industrial Management > Materials Planning and Control
Sec 77
Objectives of materials management - significance of specification, standardization function of purchasing and material management - make or buy decision - Material forecasting - selection - inventory control - Spare parts management - Inventory systems - lead time administrative, lead time supplier, lead time inspection and transport lead time - various types of lead time - materials requirement planning - aggregate inventory management.
Part I > Module 6 > Combustion in IC engines
Sec 78
P, Ignition delay, diesel knock - Air motion - Squish, tumble, swirl motions
Part I > Module 5 > Analysis of Machinery > Dynamometers
Sec 79
Pony brake - epicyclic train, belt transmission and torsion - dynamometers. effort and power.
Part I > Module 5 > Analysis of Machinery > Flywheel and Gyroscope
Sec 80
Principle - Angular acceleration - Gyroscopic effect - couple on bearings, airplanes, and ships - stability of automobile and two wheel vehicles - Gyroscopic stabilization of sea vessels - Rigid disc at an angle fixed to a rotating shaft - grinding mills
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Gear cutting process > Gear shaping
Sec 81
principle of gear shaping process - gear finishing - gear errors
Part I > Module 1 > Optical instruments for angle measurements
Sec 82
principle of projector, telescope, microscope, collimator, auto collimator - combination of auto collimator, angle dekker, optical flat - optical flat and angle gauges.
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Gear cutting process > Gear hobbing
Sec 83
principle of the hobbing process and hobbing machines, basic types of hobbing machines, hob wear, spur gear hobbing, helical gear hobbing, different hobbing techniques, nomenclature of hobbing
Part I > Module 1 > Rolling
Sec 84
principles - types of rolls and rolling mills - mechanics of flat rolling, roll pressure distribution, neutral point - front and back tension, roll d-power, friction and deflection, flattening forces in hot rolling, roll torque and an - lubrication in metal forming - defects - hot and cold rolling - rolling machines - strip velocity roll velocity - roll and roll pass design - theories of rolling and effect of parameters - load calculation - rolling of tubes, wheels, axles, I - beam, thread, gear rolling.
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Burnishing
Sec 85
processes and surface roughness obtainable
Part I > Module 8 > Work Study and Inventory Management > Inventory Control
Sec 86
Procurement and Cost - Consumption cycle - Purchasing method - Procedures - Records used in stock control - Warehousing - Definitions, Role of work study, Means of increasing productivity, Factors affecting work affecting work, human factors in work study, objectives, study - Basic procedure for method study - Charts and diagrams used in method study, work measurement, and objective - techniques of work measurement
Part I > Module 8 > Quality Management
Sec 87
Quality management systems - Factors controlling quality - Impact of poor quality - Challenges - Quality Cost - Quality Assurance - Quality circle - Statistical process control (SPC) - Control Charts - Total Quality Management - Just In Time - Six Sigma - Maintenance management - Types, Effects of maintenance, Reliability - Replacement
Part I > Module 2 > Positive displacement pumps
Sec 88
Reciprocating pump, pump - characteristics - applications.
Part I > Module 1 > Manufacturing Process > Rising system
Sec 89
rising design, chills, feeding devices - pouring and Cupola operation
Part I > Module 2 > Ideal fluids
Sec 90
Rotational and irrotational flow - Circulation and vorticity - Basic flow fields, potential function and stream function - Uniform flow, Source, sink, doublet, vortex, spiral flow, flow past a cylinder with circulation - Magnus effect - Kowsky’s theorem.
Part I > Module 4
Sec 91
Rudder. Fixed/Variable, Effect - Propeller types. Kort nozzle, variable pitch.
Part I > Module 1 > Angle measurements
Sec 92
sine bar and dial gauge, three disc - measurement of taper - Plugs ring gauges and taper bores - Precision levels, clinometer
Part I > Module 7 > Electrical System > AC circuits
Sec 93
Sinusoids, Generation of AC, Average and RMS values, Form and peak factors, J-R operator - Analysis of R, L, C circuits - Introduction to three phase systems - types of connections, relationships between line and phase values.
Part II > General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > Social Welfare Legislations and Programs
Sec 94
Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Programs like Employment Guarantee Program, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Part I > Module 1 > Forming dies
Sec 95
solid form, curling, embossing, coining, bulging dies - Shear and tube spinning
Part I > Module 6 > Combustion in SI engines
Sec 96
Stages of combustion - Flame propagation - Ignition lag - P-θ diagram - Abnormal combustion - detonation effects
Part I > Module 7 > Electrical System
Sec 97
Starting of IC Engine (Petrol & Diesel) - Starting Motor construction and its drive Mechanisms - Motor Characteristics & Lighting System: Electrical Accessories such as Head Lights and Lenses and Reflectors, Bulb, Wiring circuit, Sound signals (Types). Electrical Gauges such as Oil pressure gauge, Fuel level indicator, Engine Temperature Gauge. Navigational lights.
Part I > Module 5 > Energy methods in elasticity
Sec 98
Strain energy of deformation - subjected to special cases of a body concentrated loads, due to axial force, shear force, bending moment and torque - reciprocal relation - Maxwell’s reciprocal theorem - Castigliano’s first and second theorems - virtual work principle - minimum potential energy theorem - Torsion of non-circular - energy complementary circular bars: Saint Venant’s theory - solutions for circular and elliptic cross - sections - Prandtl’s method - membrane analogy - torsion of thin walled open and closed sections - shear flow.
Part I > Module 8 > Human Resource Development
Sec 99
Strategic framework for HRM and HRD - Vision, Mission and Values - Importance - Challenges to Organizations - HRD Functions - Roles of HRD Professionals - HRD practices - Needs Assessment - Measures of HRD performance - Links to HR Strategy and Business Goals - HRD Program Implementation and Evaluation - Strategic Capability, Bench Marking and HRD Audit - Recent trends.
Part I > Module 4 > Electrical Gauges
Sec 100
such as. (Types) Sound signals. Wiring circuit, Bulb, Reflectors, Lenses and Head Lights. Oil pressure gauge, Fuel level indicator, Engine Temperature Gauge. Navigational lights.
Part I > Module 6 > Fuel
Sec 101
systems - Battery and magnet system - ignition timing and spark advance - Fuels - Qualities, - rating of fuels - Octane and Cetane numbers - Alternative fuels
Part I > Module 5 > Kinematics synthesis (Planar Mechanisms)
Sec 102
Tasks of kinematic synthesis - Type, Number and dimensional synthesis - Graphical synthesis for four link mechanism - Function generator - 2 position and 3 position synthesis - Overlay Method - Analytical synthesis techniques
Part I > Module 6 > Refrigeration > Principles of refrigeration
Sec 103
Thermodynamics of refrigeration - Carnot, reversed carnot cycle - heat pump, and refrigerating machine - coefficient of performance - unit of refrigeration - conventional refrigeration systems.
Part II > General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Leaders Of Renaissance
Sec 104
Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyankali. ChattaMpi Swamikal, Brahmananda Palakkunnath Abraham Sivayogi, Dr. Palpu (Kumar Guru) Poykayil Yohannan, Bhagavananda Manathu Padmanabhan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Moorkoth Kumaran, K. T. Madhavan, Moorkoth Kunjappa, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chavara, Makthi Thangal, T. V. Bhattathirippad, Vakkam Abdul Khader Maulavi, Mannath Padmanabhan, Joseph V. C. Kunjuraman, Dr. Ayyathan Gopalan, P. K. Kesava Menon, C. Krishnan, K. P. Chathan Master, K. P. Vallon, Velukkutty Arayan, Neelakanta Namboodirippad P. Krishnan, Swamy Ananda Theerthan, C. Kesavan, T. R. Krishnaswamy Iyer, A. K. Gopalan, Annakuzhippattu Krishnapillai P. Krishnapillai, M. C. Joseph, K. S. Pattattom and others.
Part I > Module 5 > Cams and Followers
Sec 105
types - follower motion - uniform velocity and acceleration - Cycloidal - SHM - Displacement, velocity and acceleration curves - Cam profile - Convex and Concave cams with footed followers - Tangent cams - Introduction to Polynomial Cams
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Turning machines
Sec 106
Types - method of holding work and attachments, accessories, tool - operations - types of tools for each operation - tool room lathe - duplicating lathe - Capstan and Turret lathe - knurling
Part I > Module 6 > Lubrication systems
Sec 107
types - properties of lubricants - Flash point, Fire point and viscosity index.
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Boring
Sec 108
types of boring machines, tool geometry - counterboring, spot facing, countersinking - trepanning
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Drilling
Sec 109
types of drilling machines - types of drills - nomenclature of drill point - drill wear - types of chip breakers - cutting forces in drilling
Part I > Module 1 > Fits and tolerances
Sec 110
types of fits: hole and shaft basis system
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Lapping
Sec 111
types of lapping machines - types of hand lapping - surface roughness obtainable
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Grinding
Sec 112
Types of machines - Grinding mechanisms: Grinding forces, specific energy, grinding debris - Grinding wheel: grain size, different types of bond, grade, structure different types of abrasive - marking system of grinding wheel - Truing and dressing of grinding wheel - Grinding fluids - temperature, thermal damage and surface roughness obtainable.
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Honing
Sec 113
Types of machines, Honing conditions - types honing stones - honing methods - cutting fluids - surface roughness obtainable
Part I > Module 1 > Conventional Machining Processes > Reaming
Sec 114
types of reamers - nomenclature tool - cutting forces
Part I > Module 1 > Manufacturing Process > Cores
Sec 115
types, prints, machines, chaplets, forces acting on moulding flasks
Part II > General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Efforts To Reform The Society > (B) Struggles and Social Revolts
Sec 116
Upper cloth agitation, Vaikom Satyagraha, Guruvayoor Satyagraha, Paliyam Satyagraha, Kuttankulam Satyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act, Malabar Revolts, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention Movement etc.
Part I > Module 2 > Fluid statics
Sec 117
variation of pressure - absolute and gauge pressure - manometers, Pascal’s law - hydrostatic force on plane and curved surfaces - Buoyancy and floatation - stability of submerged and floating bodies - metacentric height
Part I > Module 4 > Hull
Sec 118
Various Types of - Classification of ships / boats. Terms used in boat construction. Passenger boats and cargo vessels. General layout. Water tight integrity of vessels. Geometry of ships and Free Surface. Inclining experiment. Trim and stability booklet. hydrostatic calculations.
Part I > Module 1 > High speed steels
Sec 119
W and Mo types, effect of different alloying elements in HSS
Part I > Module 6 > Types of engines
Sec 120
Wankel engine - free piston engine - RCV engine - Stratified charge engine - Stirling engine - engine
Part I > Module 6 > Basics of Thermodynamics, IC Engines & Combustion
Sec 121
Working of two stroke and four stroke engines and valve timing diagrams - air cycles - Ignition in Petrol and diesel engine.
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Syllabus Explorer
Part II (e): Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.Health hazards of e-waste.Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Part II (a): Technical Mathematics
Sec 2
Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Expansions using Binomial theorem.Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of different types of functions.Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Part II (d): Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 3
Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Earthing, lightning protection.Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Part II (b): Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 4
Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Part I : General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 5
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Part III: Mechanical Engineering
Sec 6
Explain the term variability in measurements – Explain the terms variable, attribute, frequency, frequency distribution and frequency plot – Normal distribution curve – Tally sheet – Explanation of the terms mean, mode, median and standard deviation – Calculation of mean, mode, median and standard deviation – Statistical quality control – Types of control charts – X, R, P, 100P and C.Concept of quality and quality control – product control – concepts of inspection- Types of inspection – first piece inspection. Working inspection, sample inspection, operation inspection, key operation inspection, floor or patrolling inspection, centralized inspection – Advantages and limitations.Work study – Advantages and application of work study to increase productivity – Method study – Therbligs and their symbols – Process chart symbols – preparation of operation process chart, flow process chart, man-machine chart, right hand left hand chart, and SIMO chart – Flow diagram – Principles of motion economy – Rules concerning human body, work place layout and material handling, tools and equipment design – Objectives of work measurement – Procedure of stop watch time study – standard time calculation – Production study – work sampling – steps in work sampling.Concepts of industry – Meaning of the term production and productivity – Methods of increasing productivity – types of production – Job production batch production, mass production, continuous production – Explanation of production planning control – Benefits and functions of PPC – pre-planning activities – Forecasting, plant location, product planning, design and development, material selection, process planning, determination of men, machines, material and tool requirements – Process planning – Choice of machine in process planning – Break even analysis – Process sheet – Process planning procedure – Routing – Scheduling – Dispatching – value engineering – Plant location and layout – Factors to be considered in locating industrial plants – plant layout – Types of layouts – Compare the advantages and disadvantages of each type – Plant maintenance – Types of maintenance.Need and scope for project analysis – Explanation of the constituents elements of project analysis – Production cost – Market survey – Selling price – Capital investment – Return on investment – Elements of costing – Classification of costs – Depreciation – Types of depreciation – Obsolescence – Basic formula for calculation of machining times for the operation such as turning, drilling and shaping – simple problems.Inventory management – definition and classification – purchase procedure – buying techniques – EOQ and ABC analysis.Sales – importance – functions of sales department – sales forecasting.Stores management – introduction – store keeping functions – duties of store keeper – store layout – Centralized and decentralized store – store records – indent forms – bincard – store ledger.Meaning of management – Taylor’s scientific management, Functions of management – Different types of ownership – organizational structure.Introduction to network analysis – Commonly used terms in CPM and PERT – CPM – operation, earliest finish time (EFT), latest finish time (LFT), critical path, even slack, or float, dummy activity – construction and numbering of network diagram – Fulkerson’s rule – Simple problems on CPM (by AOA method only) – PERT – Comparison between CPM and PERT – Calculation of expected time – Event, activity, successor event, predecessor event, earliest expected time, latest allowable time, slack.Definitions of quality – dimensions of quality – TQM conceptMethods – Linear programming – formulation of LPP – transportation problem – North West corner rule, Vogel’s approximation method – Simple problems – Game theory – two-persons zero sum game – Maxi-min and mini-max principle – saddle point – simple problems.Types of Wages – Nominal, real, living, fair and minimum wages – Incentives.Automation – definition.General use of a broaching machines – Parts and their functions,Construction and parts – tooling layout.Machine tools (brief description only)Classification – Work holding devices – Types of drill bits – Tool holding devices – Operations.Flexible automation – flexible manufacturing cell – components of FMS.Method of making gears – Gear hobbling.Abrasives – natural, artificial – Bonding materials – vitrified, silicate, shellac, rubber – kinds of abrasives, grain size, grade and structure, kind of bond material, functions of the grinding wheels – Grinding machines – Cylindrical grinders – centre type and centre less type grinders.Definition of jigs and fixtures.Type of lathe – Lathe parts, function of each part – Lathe accessories – Work holding and tool holding devices – Speed, feed and depth of cut – Operations – taper turning methods – Lathe specification.Orthogonal cutting and oblique cutting, chip formation, type of chips, cutting speed, feed and depth of cut – Tool life – Machinability.General use of milling machines – Parts of milling machines and their functions – types of milling machines – Cutter holding devices (a) arbours (b) Collets – Milling operations – plain milling, key and key ways, gang milling, T- slot milling – Milling methods (a) conventional milling (b) climb milling – Types of indexing.General use of a planer – Planer parts and their functions.Basic elements of robots – types of joints – robotic arms – robotic hands.General use of a shaper – Parts and their functions.General use of a slotter – Slotter parts and their functions.Fitting operations like chipping, filing, scraping, grinding, sawing, marking, drilling, reaming, tapping, dieing – tools used in fitting – vice (bench vice, pipe vice, hand vice), files – various types of files – specification of files – chisels, hammers, hack saw, scrapers, punches, surface plate, surface gauge, V-block, angle plate, try square, combination set, steel rule, callipers (outside and inside), divider, scriber, drills, reamer, tap and tap wrench, die and die stock, goggles.Tools – rammer, trowel, slick, lifter, strike off bar, bellow, sprue pin, mallet, gate cutter, swab, vent rod, draw spike, moulding box – composition of moulding sands – types of moulding sand – green sand, dry sand, parting sand, loom sand, facing sand and core sand – properties of moulding sand such as porosity, plasticity, adhesiveness, cohesiveness, refractoriness. Types of patterns – single piece pattern, split pattern, match plate pattern, gated pattern, loose piece pattern, sweep pattern, - Pattern allowances – shrinkage allowance, draft allowance, machining allowance, distortion or camber allowance, rapping allowance.Classification of measuring instruments – precision and non precision instruments – Direct reading and indirect measuring instruments – Vernier calliper, micrometer (inside, outside) – classifications of gauges – plug, ring, snap, screw pitch gauge, feeler gauge, standard wire gauge and indicating gauges – comparators – Mechanical comparators, Electrical comparators, optical comparators, pneumatic comparators.Arc welding – principle of arc welding – welding positions – Flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead welding – welded joints – Butt, lap, corner, tee, edge, V-joints, U-joint – selection of welding electrodes – Electrode coatings – Functions of electrode coating – Gas welding – type of flames – functions and operation of oxy-acetylene cylinders, pressure regulators, welding torch, nozzle – explanation of submerged arc welding, tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding, metal inert gas (MIG) welding, Atomic hydrogen welding and thermit welding – Defects in welding – causes and remedies of the defects such as porosity, poor penetration, warping, under cut, distortion crack, poor appearances – soldering – brazing.Cooling curve for pure iron – iron carbon equilibrium diagram – TTT diagram – Micro constituents of steel – Heat treatment process, annealing, normalizing, hardening, tempering, mar tempering, austempering, case hardening (cyaniding, nitriding and carburising), age hardening – induction hardening – flame hardening – residual stress due to heat treatment.Structure of materials – structure of solids – Crystal structure – BCC, FCC and HCP – Ferrous and non ferrous – Cast iron – white malleable, grey and nodular cast iron – Manufacturing of Pig iron – Blast Furnace – Manufacturing of Cast iron – Cupola Furnace – Types of steel – Manufacturing of steel – Bessemer process, LD process, open hearth and Electric furnace – Steel alloys – Non ferrous metals and alloys – Aluminium, Copper and its alloys – Crucible furnace.Mechanical properties such as strength, hardness, toughness, brittleness, creep, fatigue, stiffness, ductility, malleability, elasticity and plasticity – Thermal properties such as specific heat, thermal conductivity, thermal resistance, and thermal diffusivity – Destructive testing – Tensile and compressive test – Hardness test – Impact test – Fatigue test – Creep test – Non-destructive testing – Radiographic – Ultrasonic testing – Inspection – spark test, magnetic particle, x-ray and dye penetration tests.Orifices – types of orifices – Vena contracta – coefficient of contraction – coefficient of velocity – coefficient of discharge – Notches – types of notches – Flow through pipes – loss of head in pipes – major energy losses - -minor energy losses – loss of energy due to friction – Darcy’s formulae (No derivation) for loss of head in pipes – Chezy’s formula (No derivation) for loss of head in pipes – simple problems – loss of head due to sudden enlargement – loss of head due to sudden contraction (No derivation) – water hammer – nozzles.Introduction – Basic law – Applications of fluid powerFluid pressure at a point – pressure head – problems – Pascal’s law – absolute, gauge, atmospheric and vacuum pressures – simple problems – measurement of fluid pressure – Piezometer tube – simple manometer – differential manometer – inverted differential manometer – Bourdon’s tube pressure gauge – total pressure.Control valves – Functions – classifications – Describe the working of pressure control valves such as relief valves – Poppet valve – Direction control valves – check valves – Flow control valves – types – gate, globe, butterfly valves, non return valve.Basic elements of hydraulic system – oil reservoir pump unit – principles of working of positive displacement pump – classifications – Gear pumps, Screw pump, Vane pumps, Lobe pump, Simple piston pumps.Introduction – types of fluid flow – steady and unsteady flow – uniform and non-uniform flow – laminar and turbulent flow – compressible and incompressible flow – rotational and irrotational flow – rate of flow or discharge – equation of continuity of liquid flow – simple problems – energy of a liquid in motion – potential energy – kinetic energy – pressure energy – total energy – total head of liquid in motion – Bernoulli’s equation – practical applications of Bernoulli’s equation – venturimeter – Orifice meter – Pitot tube.Pneumatic control valves – Air cylinders.Comparison of pneumatic system with hydraulic system – identification of standard pneumatic symbols – basic pneumatic system – air filter – pressure regulator – lubricator – mufflers.Density – specific weight – specific volume – specific gravity – problems – viscosity - kinematics viscosity – Newton’s law of viscosity – types of fluids – compressibility – surface tension – capillarity.Types of casing – piping system of CP – work done, manometric head – efficiencies – discharge – power required to drive – multistage pumps – specific speed of CP – cavitation – priming.Force exerted by the jet – stationary – vertical – inclined – curved plate (symmetrical and unsymmetrical) – force exerted by the jet on moving plates – simple problems.Development of water Turbines – classification - impulse Turbine – Pelton wheel components.Components – difference between impulse & reaction – classification of Reaction Turbines – Francis Turbine – Kaplan Turbine – Draft tubes – specific speed.Types – comparison of CP & RP – discharge – slip – air vessels, Hydraulic ram.Centroids – centre of gravity – axis of symmetry and axis of reference – methods to find centre of gravity – simple geometric sections such as rectangle, triangle and circle.Column, strut, buckling load, equivalent length, slenderness ratio – types of columns – short column, medium size column, long column.Types of Stresses and strains – tensile and compressive – longitudinal and lateral strain – Poisson’s ratio – behaviour of mild steel under tension – stress strain diagram – limit of proportionality – elastic limit – yield point – ultimate stress – working stress – factor of safety – comparison of stress strain diagram of a mild steel and a brittle material – Hooks law and Young’s modulus – principle of superposition – stresses in varying section – stresses in composite section – simple problems.Introduction – type of friction – static friction, dynamic friction, sliding friction, rolling friction, pivot friction, limiting friction, angle of friction, coefficient of friction, cone of friction – state laws of friction – static friction and kinetic friction.Moment of inertia – radius of gyration.Types – lap joint – single riveted, double riveted (Chain and zigzag) – butt joint single cover single riveted, double cover single riveted – failure of riveted joints – failure of rivets – shearing and crushing – failure of plates – tearing across a row of rivets – tearing off plate at an edge – strength of rivet, plate and riveted joint – efficiency of a riveted joint – caulking and Fullering operations.Types of beams – cantilever beam, simply supported beam, overhanging beam, built in beam or fixed beam and continuous beam – types of loading – concentrated or point load, uniformly distributed load and uniformly varying load – shear force and bending moment diagrams – cantilever beams – point load, uniformly distributed load and combination of point load and uniformly distributed load – simply supported beam – point load, uniformly distributed load and combination of point load and uniformly distributed load – maximum bending moment on the section. – deflection of beams.Shear stress and strain – modulus of rigidity – volumetric strain, bulk modulus – simple problems.Types of spring – leaf spring – helical springs.Nature and magnitude of stresses due to change in temperature – total or partial prevention of expansion and contraction – temperature stress on composite bar – simple problems.Failures of thin cylinder – stresses in thin cylindrical shell – hoop stress – longitudinal stress.Torsion equation – strength equation for solid and hollow shaft (no proof) – power equation – polar moment of inertia.Types of frames – formula for finding the redundancy – free body diagram – equilibrium – forces in various members of stress due to loading – method of joints and method of sections.Welding terms – leg of the weld, size of the fillet weld, throat thickness, effective length of the weld, side fillet weld and end fillet weld – strength of welded joints.Functions of bearings – classification of bearings – Radial bearings – thrust bearings – sliding contact bearings – rolling contact bearings.Types of belts – flat belt, circular belt or rope, V-belt – types of flat belt drives – open and crossed belt drive – compound belt drive – stepped or cone pulley drive – velocity ratio – slip – creep.Designation of screw threads – stresses in screwed fastenings due to static loading – initial stresses – stresses due to external forces – bolts of uniform strength – types of keys – forces acting on a sunk key – strength of a sunk key – calculation of key size using empirical proportions.Classification of followers and cams – motion of the followers – uniform velocity, simple harmonic motion – uniform acceleration and retardation – cam terminology – displacement diagrams.Shaft couplings – requirement – types.Functions of gears – friction wheels – advantages and disadvantages of a gear drive – spur gear nomenclature – simple gear drive – velocity ratio – gear trains – simple gear train – compound gear train.General procedure – Design stress and working stress – factor of safety – Kinematic link – pair – chain – four bar chain – examples and applications – mechanism – inversion.Functions of the governors – types of governors – simple watt governor – porter governor – flywheels – comparison with governors – coefficient of fluctuation of speed – fluctuation of energy – maximum fluctuation of energy – coefficient of fluctuation of energy.Definition of limits, fits and tolerances.Thread terminology – Forms of screw threads (square thread, V thread) - Witworth thread – British Association thread – American standard thread – Acme thread – ISO metric thread – square thread – single start and multi start threads – right hand and left hand threads – conventional representation of threads. Bolted connection using standard proportions.Torsional stresses and strains – strength of solid and hollow shaft – design of shaft considering strength and rigidity – comparisons – power transmitted by shaft – compare solid and hollow shaft in terms of their weight, strength and stiffness.Surface roughness terminology – surface roughness values, Grades and symbols.Classification of welds – Elementary welding symbols – types of pipes – Methods of connecting pipes – pipe threads – representation of pipe threads – types of pipe joints – single and double line orthographic symbols for pipe fittings and valves (flanged, screwed and welded joints).Construction and working of Air compressors – function of an air compressor – uses of compressed air – classification of the air compressors – working of reciprocating compressors (single stage and two stage), rotary compressors – fans and blowers, centrifugal compressors and axial flow compressors. Mechanical efficiency & volumetric efficiency.Definition, factors affecting human comfort, effective temperature.Classification – industrial, comfort air conditioning, working of summer air conditioning, winter and year round air conditioning.Assumption, Air standard efficiency – explanation with diagrams and derivation of air standard efficiency of Carnot Cycle, Otto cycle, Diesel cycle, dual combustion cycle.Fuel systems – components – carburetion – functions of carburettor – working fuel systems of diesel engine – fuel filter – injector and injection nozzle – ignition system – cooling system – classification of cooling system – radiators – IC engine lubrication system – forced system – governing systems – quantity governing – quality governing – hit and miss governing.Classification of fuels – solid, liquid & gaseous – Merits & demerits of various types of fuels – requirements of a good fuel – Calorific Value – combustion of fuel.Heat exchangers – Classification – Recuperator type and regenerative type, parallel flow, counter flow type & cross flow – concept of overall heat transfer coefficient – LMTD.Heat Transfer – conduction, convection and radiation – Fourier’s law – Thermal conductivity – Conduction through plane wall and composite wall – Black body concept – Stefan-Boltzman law – Gray body concept – Newton Rikhman equation – free and forced convection.Definition of refrigeration, concept of C. O. P., unit of refrigeration – reversed Carnot cycle – COP, Application of refrigeration.Sensible heating, sensible cooling – humidifying, dehumidifyingDefinition, Dry air, moist air, saturated, unsaturated and super saturated air, degree of saturation, dry bulb temperature, wet bulb temperature, dew point temperature.Definition, primary and secondary refrigerants, desirable properties of refrigerants.Compressors – Condensers – Evaporators – Expansion Devices – capillary tube, Thermostatic expansion valve.Performance of I. C. Engines – testing – Indicated power, Brake power, Friction power – Mechanical efficiency – Indicated Thermal efficiency, Brake Thermal efficiency, Relative efficiency – Total fuel consumption & Specific Fuel Consumption – Morse test for determination of I. P. of multi-cylinder engine – Heat balance sheet – problems.Principles and working of a vapour compression system with the help of flow diagram. C.O.P. of vapour compression systems.
Part II (c): Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 7
Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Inspector of Factories & Boilers Grade II
This recruitment is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Inspector of Factories and Boilers Grade II, and sometimes includes equivalent posts like Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) and Instructor Grade I Mechanical Engineering in various departments.
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Syllabus Explorer
Part Id : Manufacturing Science and Processes
Sec 1
Classification of materials, Structure and properties of common engineering materials, Crystalline materials, crystal structure, defects in crystals, phase diagrams, iron-carbon equilibrium diagram, Phase transformation, T-T-T diagram, heat treatment, fracture – brittle and ductile materials, powder metallurgy.Metal casting – stand casting, die casting, investment casting, centrifugal casting, gating and riser design, melting furnaces, forming – hot and cold processes, forging, drawing, extrusion, shearing, bending, high energy forming, joining processes – welding, weldability, metallurgy of welding, machining processes – single and multi point cutting tools, tool geometry and materials, mechanics of machining, tool life and wear, jigs and fixtures, unconventional methods, EBM, ECM, LBM, ultrasonic machining, computer integrated manufacturing, CNC machining, metrology and instrumentation – limits, fits and tolerances, accuracy, precision, repeatability, comparators, gauges, interferometry, surface structure, measurement of displacement, velocity, acceleration, temperature, Transducers.
Part Ib : Theory of Machines
Sec 2
Design for static and dynamic loading, failure theories, fatigue strength and S-N diagram, Principles of design of machine elements such as bolted, riveted and welded joints. Design of shafts, spur gears, rolling and sliding contact bearings, brakes and clutches.Kinematic and dynamic analysis of planer mechanisms. Cams, Gears and gear trains. Flywheels, Governors, Balancing of rigid rotors and field balancing, Balancing of single and multi cylinder engines, free and forced vibrations of single degree of freedom systems, effect of damping, vibration isolation and transmissibility, resonance, Critical speeds and whirling of shafts.
Part Ie : Principles of Management
Sec 3
Factors in selection of site, plant layout, types of layouts: process, product, fixed and group layouts.Marketing management – objectives and function, forecasting – moving average, exponential smoothing, break-even analysis, capacity planning, inventory control, ABC analysis, EOQ model, work study – Job evaluation and merit rating, Quality control, control charts for variables and attributes, acceptance sampling, TQM, SPC tools, ISO standards, linear programming – Graphical and Simplex solution methods, Transportation and assignment models, single server queuing models, network theory – CPM – crashing of networks, PERT – probability of completion.Principles and functions of scientific management, Levels and skills of management, organisational structure – authority, responsibility and span of control – system concept of management – line, line and staff, project and matrix organizations, proprietary partnership and joint stock companies, private limited, public limited companies, cooperative organizations and Government organizations.
Part Ia : Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics
Sec 4
Fluid mechanics: Fluid properties, fluid statics, manometry, buoyancy, control volume analysis of mass, momentum and energy, fluid acceleration, differential equations of continuity and momentum. Euler’s equation, Bernoulli’s equation, laminar flow through pipes, boundary layer displacement, momentum and energy thickness, flow through pipes, minor and major losses, dimensional analysis.Heat transfer: Modes of heat transfer, one dimensional heat conduction, thermal resistance, fins, free and forced convective heat transfer, dimensionless parameters, problems in convective heat transfer with the help of correlation, thermal boundary layer, radiation, black and grey surfaces, shape factors, network analysis.Mechanics of Solids: Stress-strain relationship and elastic constant, principal stress and strains, Mohr’s circle for plane stresses and plane strains, shear force and bending moment diagrams, bending of beams, torsion of circular shafts, Euler’s theory of columns, strain energy, thermal stresses.Thermodynamic processes, entropy, irreversibility and availability, basic thermodynamic cycles, behaviour of ideal and real gases, properties of pure substances, computation of work and heat, ideal processes, analysis of thermodynamic cycles related to energy conversion.
Part II: General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 5
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Part Ic : I.C. Engines and Refrigeration
Sec 6
SI and CI engines, two-stroke and four-stroke engines, efficiencies, heat balance, combustion in IC engines, abnormal combustion, engine fuels and fuel rating, alternate fuels, carburetion and fuel injection – MPFI, CRDI, super charging and turbo charging methods, engine emission and control.Steam and gas turbines, Rankine and Brayton cycles with regeneration and reheat, heat transfer equation, heat exchangers – LMTD and NTU methods, vapour compression and absorption refrigeration cycles, heat pumps, properties of moist air, psychrometric chart, basic psychrometric processes, turbo machines – impulse and reaction principles, Pelton wheel, Francis and Kaplan turbines, velocity diagram and performances of turbo machines, non-conventional energy sources – solar, wind, wave, biomass, geothermal and fuel cells.
Technical
100 Marks
Other Research Assistant (Chemistry) Fisheries
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Research Assistant (Chemistry). Candidates typically need a Post Graduate degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry. This specific syllabus includes topics related to Chemistry and Fisheries.
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Organic Reactions and Compounds, Carbohydrates and Polymers
Sec 1
Alcohols and ethers: Distinction between primary, secondary and tertiary alcohols, Distinction between ethers and alcohols.Aldehydes and ketones: Structure and reactivity of carbonyl group – relative reactivities of aldehydes and ketonesCarbohydrates: Classification-Monosaccharides- constitution of glucose and fructose. Reactions of glucose and fructose – Osazone formation, Mutarotation and its mechanism, Disaccharides- sucrose- reactions and structure. Polysaccharides – starch and celluloseCarboxylic acids: Structure of carboxylic acid and carboxylate anion – relative strengths of monocarboxylic acidsHeterocyclic Compounds: Preparation, properties and uses of furan, pyrrole & thiophene - aromatic character. Synthesis and reactions of pyridine and piperidineHydrocarbons: Conformations of ethane and n-butane- mechanism of chlorination of methane. Addition to unsymmetrical olefins SN1 and SN2 mechanisms - E1 and E2 mechanismsPhenols: Acidic character of phenols- effect of substituents on acidity of phenols Mechanisms of Kolbe’s reaction and Riemer-Tiemen reaction.Polymers: Classification of polymers-: Natural synthetic, linear, cross linked and network- plastics, elastomers, fibres, Homopolymers and Co-polymers, Thermoplastics- Polyethylene, Polypropylene, polystyrene, Polyacrylonitrile, Poly vinyl Chloride, nylon and polyester - Thermosetting plastics, Elastomers- Natural rubber and synthetic rubber - Buna - N, Buna-S and neoprene.Principles of reactions: Polar effects-inductive, resonance and steric effects, preparation, properties and structures of carbonium ions, carbanions and free radicals -type of reactions - substitution, addition, elimination and polymerisation reactions
Analytical and Environmental Chemistry
Sec 2
Analytical chemistry: Errors and data analysis, deviation, mean deviation, relative mean deviation, standard deviation, coefficient of variation and variance – accuracy and precision – types of errors – random and systematic errors – student’s t-test – confidence levels method of least squares.Chromatographic Techniques: Classification of chromatographic techniques. applications of Ion exchange, Column, Thin Layer and Paper chromatography. HPLC and gas chromatography –Methods and applications.Electroanalytical techniques: Electrogravimetry : principle, instrumentation and applications. Coulometry : constant current coulometry – coulometric titrations – applications – Polarography : principle – advantages and disadvantages of DME: Anodic stripping voltammetryEnvironmental Chemistry: Structure and Composition of atmosphere, Chemical and photochemical reactions, Oxygen and ozone chemistry, Green house effectHydrosphere: Water resources, Chemistry of sea water, eutrophication, physical examination of water, chemical characterization : pH, acidity, alkalinity, TDS, total, temporary, permanent, calcium and magnesium hardness, chloride, fluoride, BOD, CODLithosphere: Composition of soil, inorganic and organic components in soil, micronutrients, fertilizers, wastes and pollutants in soil, Chemical toxicology, biogeochemical effects of heavy metals, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides and pesticides.Spectrophotometry: fundamental laws of photometry, UV-Visible spectrophotometry, Atomic absorption spectrophotometry, FTIR – Basic Principles and Instrumentation of FTIR Spectrophotometers, Spectra and Molecular StructureWater pollution: sources of water pollution- sewage and domestic wastes, industrial effluents, agricultural discharges, pesticides, insecticides and herbicides, detergents, disease causing agents and radioactive materials.Water purification: Purification of water for drinking purposes: Sedimentation, filtration and disinfection- Desalination: reverse osmosis-Purification of water for industrial purposes: water softening-permutit process and ion-exchange process.
Aquaculture
Sec 3
Aquaculture and environmental issues. Regulation of coastal aquaculture in India. Coastal Aquaculture Authority.Aquaculture engineering. Selection of site for aquaculture.Aquaculture of carps, freshwater prawns and shrimps. Wastewater-fed aquaculture.Aquaculture systems: Extensive, semi-intensive and intensive culture of fish. Status of Indian aquaculture.Culture of shrimps: stocking, water quality, feeding, health management, harvesting.Farm engineering: Surveying- leveling-trapezoidal and Sumpson’s rule, Calculation of earthwork for the construction of pond, soil sampling.Integrated farming systems: Design, farming practices, constraints and economics of IFS of fish with paddy, cattle, pig, poultry, duck, rabbit, etc.Management of aquafarms: eradication of pests and predators, weeds and their control. Liming. Manuring. Water quality management and monitoring. Effluent treatment system. Environment impact assessment (EIA).Objectives and scope of aquaculture. Comparative efficiency of aquaculture as a means of protein.Principles of coastal aquaculture and mariculture. Site selection, design and project preparation for the establishment of a shrimp hatchery.Project formulation and layout for the construction of a fish pond. Design and construction of farm and hatcheries. Equipments in farm and hatchery.Seed production of freshwater prawns and marine shrimps: water quality requirements, feeding, health management, design of prawn hatchery. Freshwater prawn culture and farm management.Water intake system, pumping - total head, discharge head, components of a pumping system. Reservoir and distribution of water to various systems.Water quality management in shrimp farms and fish farms in coastal areas.Water quality management in various aquaculture practices.
Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Nuclear Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis
Sec 4
Atomic structure and chemical bonding: Particle and wave nature of electrons – de Broglie equation, Schrodinger wave equation and its applications, Eigen value and eigen function- probability distribution of electron around the nucleusGravimetric analysis: Precipitation methods - Conditions of precipitation – co-precipitation and post precipitation - washing of precipitates.Nuclear chemistry: Natural radioactivity - detection and measurement of radioactivity –Artificial radioactivity - nuclear fission and nuclear fusion – mechanisms – applications - differences – nuclear reactors - hazards of radiations -C14 dating, rock datingPeriodic properties: Long form of periodic table- classification as s, p, d and f block elements -periodicity in properties- variation of atomic and ionic radii, electron affinity, ionisation energy and electronegativity along periods and groupsProperties of ionic compounds- Born-Haber cycleQualitative Analysis: Applications of solubility product and common ion effect in the precipitation of cations –Iodometric, Iodimetric, precipitation and complexometric titrations – Indicators.Valence bond theory – hybridization of atomic orbitals and geometry of molecules S and P-Block elemnets.
Fish Processing Technology and Quality Contol
Sec 5
Bacteriology of fish and shellfish. Spoilage Bacteria. Bacteria of human health significance in seafood.Chilling: Manufacture and storage of ice, quality of ice, methods of chilling.Drying: Basic principles, natural drying packing and storage of dried fish.Export of marine fish products from India. Role of MPEDA.Freezing: Basic principles, methods and application of chilling, Block freezing, Individual quick freezing (IQF), storage of chilled and frozen fish.Fundamental aspects of quality control in sea food. Inspection of sea food quality. Different aspects of sea food quality. National agencies for sea food inspection. HACCP. Hygiene in processing plants.Importance of fish in human diet. Nutritional quality of fish. Proximate composition of fish. Spoilage of fish, Rigor mortis.Salting: principles, quality of salt, Kench salting, brine sailing.Smoking: Principles of smoking, cold smoking, hot smoking, fuel, packing and storage of smoked fish.Thermal processing. Canning. Other methods of processing and preservation. Spoilage in preserved seafood.Various methods of fish processing and preservation. Miscellaneous fishery products. Fishery by-products.
Chemical thermodynamics and Electrochemistry
Sec 6
Chemical kinetics; Rate of reaction-Measuring rates of reaction-expressing reaction rates- factors influencing rate-rate constant-Rate laws, Stoichiometry, order and molecularity of reactions, Effect of temperature on rate constant. The activation energyElectro chemistry: Definitions of specific, equivalent and molar conductances – Relations between them – measurement of conductance and cell constant. Strong and weak electrolytes. Degree of dissociation of weak electrolytes – Determination of Ionic product of waterGalvanic cells – Reversible and Irreversible cells – EMF and its measurement – Weston Standard cell – types of reversible single electrodes –Nernst theory for single electrode potential –standard reduction potentials – electro chemical series, electrode concentration cells- electrolyte concentration cells- concentration cells with and without transference.Ionic equilibria: The Ostwald’s dilution law-experimental verification-limitations-acids and bases-Lewis concept-dissociation of weak acids and weak bases-dissociation of water-pH scale-common ion effect- its applicationsThermodynamics: extensive and intensive properties - state functions and path functions - types of processes - Zeroth law of thermodynamics. internal energy and enthalpy, Joule-Thomson effect –Introduction to second law of thermodynamics - spontaneous processes, Entropy- a state function - Third law of thermodynamics: Nernst heat theorem
Inland and Marine Fisheries
Sec 7
Common pelagic fisheries of India: sardines, mackerels, anchovies, white baits, tuna, seer fish, carangids, ribbonfish, shads and other clupeids, barracudas, Bombay duck, pomfrets, mullets.Crafts and gears in inland waters. Management and conservation of inland fishery resources. Fisheries legislation. Kerala inland fisheries bill. Government projects for enhancing Inland fish production.Crustacean fishery of India: Penaeid and non-penaeid shrimp fisheries. Stock assessment and management options. Lobster fishery. Crab fishery.Demersal fisheries of India: sharks, major perches, threadfin, breams, sciaenids, silver belly. Features and trends in production of pelagic and demersal fisheries. Impact of trawling on marine fisheries of India. Conservation of demersal fish stocks.Estuarine fisheries: Introduction. Estuarine fishery resources of India in general and their management. Importance of wetlands in fisheries resource management.Fisheries in lakes and brackish waters of Kerala. Cage and pen culture in inland waters.Inland fish production in India- Trends. Categorization of different freshwater fisheries resources.Introduction to marine fisheries of India. Pelagic and demersal fishery resources of India. Marine capture fishery of Kerala. Mud bank fishery- wedge bank fishery.Marine Fisheries Regulation Act of India. Monsoon ban of trawling. Deep sea fishing policy of India. Remote sensing and fisheries. Climate change and its impact on marine fisheries.Riverine fisheries of India. Reservoir fisheries and the reasons for lesser productivity of reservoirs.
Fish Nutrition and Diseases
Sec 8
Connections between health and diseases. Finfish diseases: Viral. Bacterial. Fungal. Protozoal. Parasitic. Non-communicable diseases (Environmental. Nutritional. Genetic). Neoplasia.Evaluation of feed: FCR, PER, NPU, Chemical score, Biological value.Feed formulation in aquaculture. Common ingredients, importance of protein source, methods of feed formulation. Farm made feeds. Types of feed in aquaculture; Parts of feed mill; Water stability; Storage; Spoilage.Feeding devices, feed ration, feeding frequency, Live feeds.Fish nutrition. Major nutrients in fish food. Proteins, Lipids, Carbohydrates, Vitamins, Minerals; Feed additives. Antimetabolites, antinutritional factors.Growth: absolute growth, relative growth, SGR, Percentage weight gain.Management of fish diseases. Role of water quality management in prevention of fish diseases in aquaculture. Antibiotics and chemicals used in aquaculture.Metabolism: Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins. Nutritional requirement. Experimental diet, reference diet, purified and semi-purified diet. Nutrient requirement in different life stages.PCR technology for the management of diseases.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 9
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Agricultural Officer ||| District Co-operative Bank
The Kerala Public Service Commission recruits eligible candidates for the post of Agricultural Officer in the Department of Agriculture Development & Farmers' Welfare through a direct recruitment examination.
90m
5s
#kerala-psc#agriculture#horticulture#plant-protection#agronomy
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PLANT PROTECTION
Sec 1
Abundance and success of insects – Beneficial, productive and harmful insects – categories of pests of agriculture – Tools of integrated pest management (IPM) – host plant resistance, cultural, mechanical, physical, legislative, biological (macrobial and microbial control), chemical (synthetic, new molecules with novel mode of action) and botanical pesticides – Use of repellants, antifeedants, pheromones, chitin synthesis inhibitors, irradication (genetic control) and biotechnology (transgenic plants) in pest management, plant protection equipment – Bionomics, damage caused and management practices of pests of coconut, arecanut, cashew, mango, banana, other fruits, vegetables, tubers, pulses, tea, coffee, spices (pepper, cardamom, ginger), ornamentals and medicinal plants – pests of stored products – their preventive and curative management.Bionomics, damage caused and management – of non insect pests of agriculture – nematodes, mites, rodnuts, birds, molluscs (snail) etc.Economic importance, symptoms, cause, epidemiology, disease cycle and integrated management of disease or rice, wheat, sugarcane, groundnut, pulses, vegetables, tubers, citrus, mango, banana, grapevine, pineapple, papaya, guava, sapota, cashew, apple, coconut, arecanut, cocoa, black pepper, ginger, cardamom, tree spices, oil palm, betelvine, coffee, tea, rubber and ornamentals.Important plant pathogens – fungi, bacteria, phytoplasma, spiroplasma, viruses – algae, protozoa and phanerogamic parasites, phenomenon of infection and pathogenesis.Principles of crop diseases management – plant quarantine – cultural control – biological control (biocontrol agents, PGPR), physical methods (soil solarisation, heat treatment), chemical control – fungicides – inorganic, organic, systemic, antibiotics – plant diseases resistance. Biotechnology in plant disease management – integrated plant disease management.
PLANT BREEDING AND GENETICS
Sec 2
Biological Diversity Act 2002. Convention on Biological Diversity, National Biodiversity Board.Exploitation of heterosis in crop improvement – coconut, tapioca, rice, maize and vegetable crops.Germplasm – Methods of conservation and utilization in crop improvement.Improved varieties of crops – coconut, rice pulses and oil seeds.Induction of variability – Hybridisation, Mutation and Polyploidy and its utilization in crop improvement.Intellectual Property Rights – Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Act (PPVFRA) and Geographical Indications.Production of quality seedlings in coconut.Seed Act 1966 – seed certification agencies, procedure, field inspection, seed testing, seed certification standards and classes of seed.Seed Bill 2004.
AGRONOMY
Sec 3
Crop stand establishment and planting geometry and their effect on crop growth and yield – cropping systems – terminology – plant interactions in multiple cropping systems – criteria for assessing yield advantage – major cropping systems of Kerala – (rice based – coconut based – cassava based – homestead farming) – organic farming – precision farming – Inegrated farming system – sustainable agriculture – LEIA – HEIA – LEISA – sustainable technologies for crop production.Economic importance – soil and climatic requirements – area and production – varieties – seed rate – spacing – methods of sowing/planting – manurial schedule, cultural practices and yield of major field crops of Kerala, viz, rice, tapioca, sugarcane, pulses, groundnut, sesamum and fodder crops, viz, guinea and hybrid napier.Importance of agriculture in National Economy – basic principles of crop production – National and International research institutes – classification of crops – tillage – tilth – soil fertility and productivity – water resources and irrigation development – water and irrigation requirement of crops – scheduling of irrigation for crops – methods of irrigation – measurement of irrigation water – application, distribution and use efficiencies – irrigation water quality and its management – water management in major field crops (rice, sugarcane, banana, cowpea, sesamum, groundnut) – soil erosion – water harvesting – watershed – types – characteristics and management – agricultural drainage.Weeds – definition – characteristics – classification – crop – weed competition – allelopathy – weed control methods – integrated weed management – classification, formulation and selectivity of herbicides – herbicide application methods and equipments – weed management in field crops, viz, rice, banana, pineapple, vegetables and sugarcane.
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 4
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
HORTICULTURE
Sec 5
Horticulture – definition – area, production, productivity of horticultural crops in India and Kerala – branches of horticulture – major fruit crops (Pomology) – importance, nutritional value – commercially cultivated varieties – improved propagation methods – methods of layout of orchard – planting systems, high density planting – factors affecting fruit production – training, pruning, top working - cultural operations – plant protection – harvesting, storage, marketing.Importance and scope of gardening and landscaping – styles of garden – garden designs – garden plants and other components for landscaping – special types of garden.Major plantation crops of Kerala – commercially cultivated varieties – improved propagation methods – factors affecting production – training, pruning, top working – methods of layout of plantation – planting systems, high density planting – cultural operations – plant protection – harvesting, storage, processing and value addition – marketing.Ornamental and flowering plants (Floriculture) – gardening and landscaping – cultivation of commercial ornamental and flower crops – post-harvest handling – principles and methods of extension of shelf life – methods of extraction of floral concrete packing, storage, marketing.Vegetables (Olericulture) – importance, nutritional value – factors affecting vegetable production – classification of vegetables – types of vegetable growing – summer vegetables, cool season vegetables – cultivated varieties – cultural practices – protected cultivation – plant protection – harvesting, storage, processing and value addition – marketing.
Technical
100 Marks
Laboratory Assistant (Dairy/FPC)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Laboratory Assistant in the Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Limited.
120m
9s
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BASIC BIOTECHNOLOGY
Sec 1
– status and prospects. Environment and pollution. Control measures. Beneficial soil organisms.Bio-pesticides and biocontrol agents in integrated pest management. Single Cell Proteins.enzymes in food industry. Intellectual property right. Regulations for laboratory animal care and ethicalNucleic acids- structure, types. Replication, transcription, translation. Genetically modified cropsrequirements. Genomics, proteomics, metabolomics.Therapeutic proteins- antibodies, enzymes, hormones, growth factors, vaccines. Application of
BASIC BIOCHEMISTRY
Sec 2
absorption, intermediate metabolism. Nutritional aspects of micro and macromolecules.and reactions, functions. Lipids- simple fats, fatty acids, triacylglycerols, phospholipids,Carbohydrates- structures, properties – polysaccharides, glucose, galactose, disaccharides, lactosecomplex lipids- glycolipids, lipoproteins, chromoproteins, cholesterol andfunctional properties. Enzymes Vitamins- fat soluble and water soluble,sources, functions, symptoms and deficiency. Minerals and salts. Digestion andstructure, properties and function. Amino acids and proteins- levels of structural organization of protein,
BIOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS
Sec 3
antibody interactions, ELISA, RIA, Immuno-fluorescence techniques, Western blotting.Casein-preparation and estimation. Determination of ash, total solids, calcium, non-nitrogen,protein, protein nitrogen, nitrogen. Fat extraction- hot and cold method, Antibodies, Antigens.Quantitative and qualitative analysis of milk- Estimation of lactose, phosphorus, lactalbumin.
BASIC MICROBIOLOGY & TECHNIQUES
Sec 4
applications, sterilization techniques, culture media and types and techniques.Culture preservation techniques, API system. Tests for identification of bacteria. Anatomy ofGenetic materials in microorganisms, plasmids, viruses. Reproduction in microorganisms-History of Microbiology, techniques in Microbiology- microscopy- types of microscopes,methods, cytopathic effects, detection and assay of viral growth.microorganisms- prokaryotes and eukaryotes, structure of bacteria, fungi, algae, and protozoans.microscopy, specimen preparation for electron microscopy, staining, advanced techniques inmorphological forms, classification, replication, major groups of animal viruses, viral cultivation
CHEMICAL ANALYSIS
Sec 5
detection of adulterants, preservatives, colour additives, pesticide residues, antibiotics, water,metals, etc. freezing point, total solids, determination of specific gravity, titratable acidity, citric, lactic acid and SNF. Cattle feed analysis - moisture content, crude carbohydrate, fat, ash, crude protein,Physical properties and composition of milk, tests for milk quality, detection of impurities,sodium, potassium, calcium, and phosphates.
BASIC CHEMISTRY
Sec 6
Electrochemistry. Spectroscopy- UV-VIS, NMR, Raman, EPR, and XPS. Chromatography- column, paper, TLC and HPLC. Chemical equilibrium. Thermodynamics.pH, Bases, Acids, Buffers. Concentration units- molarity, normality, molality. Centrifugation.Viscosity. Surface tension. Colligative properties. Colloids. Chemical equilibrium.
FOOD MICROBIOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS
Sec 7
factors influencing microbial growth in food, different types of food spoilage, food infections andfood intoxications- mycotoxins, types and detection in food materials. Microbiological analysis ofmicrobiological analysis of milk and dairy products- techniques for preservation of milk,Microorganisms in food materials- intrinsic and extrinsic, sources of microorganisms in foodmicroorganisms in milk, milkborne pathogens, microbial spoilage of milk and dairy products,pasteurization. Applications of antigen-antibody interaction for detection of microbes.water and food materials, fermented food products. Milk and dairy products- sources of
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 8
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRSAwakening Through LiteratureLibrary, Porunagarasahithya Pauranika Natakam, Sahitya Natakam, Novel, Drama, Poetry,movement etc.Brahmanda Sivayogi, Vagbhatananda, Chattambi Swamikal.Channar agitation, Upper cloth revolts, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement, Ezhava Memorial, Malayali Memorial. etc.Religious reform Movements-Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaikunda Swamikal, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayya Vaikundar,Struggles and Social RevoltsVaikom Satyagraha, Guruvayoor Satyagraha, Paliyam Satyagraha, Kuttamkulam Satyagraha,Leaders Of RenaissanceAkkala Krishnan, C. M. Joseph, Swami Ananda Theerthan. P. Krishnapillai, K. A.Kuroor Neelakandan Namboothiripad, Dr. Ayyathan Gopalan, C. V. Kunjuraman,Kuttipuzha Krishnapillai and others.Mannath Padmanabhan, Joseph John, K. Kelappan, C. Kesavan, R.T. Krishnaswami Iyer, T.K. Madhavan,P.K. Kesava Menon, C. Krishnan, Mooloor S. Padmanabhan Panicker, K.T. Madhavan, A. Gopalakrishnan,Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyankali, Chattampi Swamikal. Thycaud Ayya,T.V. Bhattathiripad, Vakkom Moulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chavara, Barrister G.P.Vagbhatananda, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Poykayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru) Dr. Palpu,Vellappally Natesan, K.P. Chathan Master, K. Kelappan, P. Krishnapillai, K. A.Literary FiguresKesari. P. Kunjuraman Nair, Pottekkat, and others.Kodungallur Kunjikkuttan Thampuran, Kerala Varma Valiya Koyithampuran, KandathilUllur S. Parameswara Ayyar, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Kumaran Asan. Varghese Mappila.Vaikom Muhammed Basheer, K.S. Ponkunnam Varkey, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, DevPress In Renaissance Role OfAl-Ameen, Samadarshi, Yugaprabhath, Yuvashakti, Prabhatam, Yugam, etc.Malayala Manorama, Swaraj, Mathrubhumi, Vivekodayam, Deshabhimani, Keralakaumudi, Kesari,functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories, printing press etc.Introduction to English education- various missionary organizations and theirWomen And Social ChangeAkkamma Cherian, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antherjanam, and others.Parvathi Nenmini Mangalam, A.V. Kuttimalu Amma, Aryapaliam, Lalitha,
ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
Sec 9
Isolation and quantification of nucleic acids and proteins. Agarose gel electrophoresis- detection ofMolecular Markers. Assessment of pesticide residues in animal fodder, milk and milk products.nucleic acids on gels, staining techniques. Gel documentation. Polymerase chain reaction.probes and antibodies in detection of microbes and adulterants. Southern and Northern blottingRecombinant DNA technology- basic aspects. Commercial vaccine production. Nucleic acidtechniques. Biosafety rules and regulations.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Transport Officer
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Assistant Transport Officer in Kerala State Road Transport Corporation.
120m
9s
#kerala-psc#transport#automotive-engineering#management#human-resources
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Module IV
Sec 1
AlternatorAxlesBrake systemCarburettorChassis Frames and SpringsClutchesCRDIDifferentialDynamoFuel feed systemsFuelsGearsIgnition SystemsLubricating and Cooling SystemsMPFIPiston RingsPropeller shaftRadiatorStarting SystemSteering mechanismsSupercharger and Turbocharger
Module I
Sec 2
AvailabilityConcepts of SystemControl volumeEnthalpyEntropyExtensive and Intensive propertiesHeat and WorkIsentropic and Isenthalpic ProcessesJoule Thompson CoefficientLaws of ThermodynamicsRefrigerantsRelative HumidityVapour Absorption SystemVapour Compression SystemWet bulb and dry bulb temperature
Module II
Sec 3
Bernoulli EquationBoundary layerConcept of aerofoilDischarge measuring equipmentsFanno FlowFully developed flowFully Developed FlowHagen-Poiseuille FlowHydraulic lift and ramIncompressible and Compressible FlowsLaminar and Turbulent FlowsLosses in pipesPressurePumps and TurbinesRayleigh FlowViscosity
Module III
Sec 4
Biot No.Components of transmission systemCompression RatioDiesel CycleDual cycleEffectivenessEmissive PowerEmissivityFinsFourier Equation of heat ConductionFourier No.Grashoff' No.Gray bodyHeat ExchangersKnockingLMTDNewton's law of coolingNTUOctane and cetane NumberOtto CyclePrandtl No.Principle of combustionReynolds' No.ScavengingTwo stroke and Four Stroke Engines
Module VII
Sec 5
Buyer behaviourCreating and delivering customer valueDemand estimation and sales forecastingFundamentals of strategic and marketing planningMarketing - Importance, ScopeMarketing mix - Product - new product development, PLCMarketing organisationMarketing ResearchPositioningPricing strategies and programmesProduct line, product mix, strategies - branding, Brand equitysegmentationTargetingThe Indian consumerThe marketing environment
Module V
Sec 6
Changing Role of Personnel ManagerCurrent Trends in Human Resources ManagementDesign and Analysis of JobsDesigning of Effective Performance Appraisal Systems - 360 degree feedbackDifference between HRM and Personnel Managementgrievance redressalHR AuditHuman Resource PlanningInduction and PlacementJob Evaluation and merit ratingManagement of Changemodes of separation of employeeoccupational health, safety and social securityPersonnel Management - Definition - Personnel Manager - role & functionsRecruitment and SelectionTheories of WagesTraining and DevelopmentTransfers and PromotionsWages and Salary Administration
Module VI
Sec 7
Collective BargainingDeveloping interpersonal awareness - Johari WindowFactors affecting Communication - its Channels and barriersILO and Tripartite Bodies in IndiaIndustrial Laws India - Trade Union Act - Industrial Employment Standing Order Act - Industrial Disputes ActIndustrial Relations in Public and Private Sector OrganisationsIndustrial Relations system in the Indian environmentIssues in managing Multicultural workforceJob stressManagement of Trade UnionsStress management techniquesTheories of motivationTrade Union Movement in India - recognition - ProblemsTransactional AnalysisWorkers Participation in Management
Module VIII
Sec 8
Customer Relationship ManagementDesigning and Managing ServicesEvaluation of marketing programsInternational marketingManaging marketing communicationMarketing ethics – demarketing - social responsibility of marketingMarketing recent trends - Online marketing - Global Marketing - Green Marketing - Retro MarketingPhysical distribution - Selection and managementPromotion mix - Advertising, Personal selling, Sales promotion, Publicity, Direct marketingRetailing wholesaling and logisticsRural marketing
PART II: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 9
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRSNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act ,Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories, printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the ConstitutionCentre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and FinancialEmergency ProvisionsExecutive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional AuthoritiesFundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental DutiesSalient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the ConstitutionServices under the Union and the StatesSocial Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Research Assistant (Sociology)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Research Assistant (Sociology) in KIRTADS (Kerala Institute for Research Training and Development Studies of Scheduled Castes and Tribes).
120m
19s
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PART II: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Salient Features of Indian Constitution
Sec 1
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.
UNIT VIII : ECOLOGICAL AND MEDICAL ANTHROPOLOGY
Sec 2
Application of Medical anthropology: Application of anthropological knowledge in promoting health care in tribal and rural communities, health care system and health care services, health education, psycho-somatic and mental disorders.Ecological anthropology: Meaning and scope of ecological anthropology, definition of ecology, ecological community and human ecological niche, cultural ecology, environmental determinism, environmental possibilism, population ecology, system ecology, ethno-ecology, contributions of Wissler, Forde, Steward, Vayda and Rappaport.Exchange and Service: Barter, ceremonial exchange, reciprocity, redistribution (Gift, Potlatch, Kula ring), Jajmani system; Consumption pattern in subsistence economies, wealth status and social differentiation, economic change and adaptation in societies.Habitat, economy and Society: Food gathering, collection, hunting and fishing, pastoralism, shifting cultivation, peasantry, agriculture, industrial economies.Medical anthropology: Meaning and scope of medical anthropology, concept of health and disease in India – tribal, rural and urban categories, socio-cultural dimensions of illness, ethno-medicine, magico-religious curative practices and indigenous medical care services
UNIT VII : INDIAN SOCIETY AND CULTURE
Sec 3
Approaches to the study of Indian culture and civilization: Folk-Urban Continuum, Little and Great Traditions; Universalisation and Parochialisation; Tribe-Caste Continuum, sacred complex, nature-man –spirit complex.Culture and Civilization: Culture and civilization, the emergence of civilization, Indian culture - tribal, folk, peasant and urban dimensions.Hindu religious and philosophical tradition: Sacred books of India, Indian social system - Purusharthas and Varnashramadharma, varna system, caste system, caste fission, and caste fusion, mobility in caste system, linguistic diversity and language cultures of India.Social Change: Modernisation, industrialisation, urbanization, westernisation, sanskritisation, concept of dominant caste; pecuniarisation, changes in the Indian village communities due to culture contact and globalization.The Tribes of India: Major Tribes of India with special reference to the Tribes of Kerala, transformation of tribes; Theories of transformation- Verrier Elwin to K.S Singh; Tribal movements, Tribal issues -forest, land alienation, indebtedness, poverty, illiteracy, displacement and exploitation by non-tribes.
UNIT V : SOCIAL AND CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY
Sec 4
Basic concepts: Culture, social structure, social organization, status and role, political organization, band, tribe, age-grade, chiefdom, rank-societies, law and justice in simple societies, customary and codified law, state and stateless societies.Family, marriage and kinship: Concept, definitions, typology, functions, universality of family and marriage, family and household, residence patterns, joint family system and changing trends, marriage regulations, incest, marriage payments, rules of descent, kin-groups, kinship systems, kinship behavior, kinship terminology.Meaning and scope of social and cultural anthropology: Nature, scope and branches of Anthropology, relation with other Social sciences – Economics, History, Sociology, Psychology, Archaeology and Linguistics.Nature of Culture: Attributes and paradoxes, culture processes, enculturation, acculturation, diffusion, cultural pluralism, ethnocentrism, cultural relativism, emic and etic, explicit and implicit.Religious Organization: Evolutionary, psychological, and functional approaches, ritual, myth, sacred and profane, religion and life-cycle rituals, forms of religion in tribal and peasant societies, animism, animatism, naturism, totemism, magico-religious functionaries, priest, shaman, sorcerer, witch, distinction between magic religion and science.
UNIT VI : METHODOLOGY OF ANTHROPOLOGICAL RESEARCH
Sec 5
Basic Techniques of data collection: Observation as a technique, key-informant interview, genealogy-technique and its application, pedigree.Ethnographic approach: Nature of anthropological fieldwork, getting acquainted with the field, establishment of rapport, learning and using native language, informants/key informants, ethical dimensions of fieldwork, distinction between fieldwork and survey, ethnography as a holistic documentation of culture.Fieldwork tradition in anthropology: Fieldwork tradition in anthropology, restudy and reinterpretation, contributions of B. Malinowski, A.R. Radcliffe Brown, W. H. R. Rivers, Levi –Strauss and M. N. Srinivas.Preparation of Anthropological research report: Report writing, structure, steps and procedure.Research Design: Identification of broad area of research, review of literature, formulation of research problem, hypotheses formulation, determination of sample frame and size, the notion of control, selection of unit of study, mode of analysis.
UNIT I : SOCIOLOGY AS A DISCIPLINE
Sec 6
Concepts in sociology - society ,community, association, groups, social control, social change, social stratification, socializationDevelopment of sociology – Social and intellectual forces, philosophical foundations, rationalism and empiricism, public sociologySocial institutions – Education, religion, economy and politySocial Processes- -Accommodation, assimilation, co-operation, competition, conflictSociology in India - Subaltern perspective ( Ambedkar ), Structural functional ( M N Srinivas ), Marxian Perspective ( AR Desai )
UNIT IV : DEVELOPMENTAL ISSUES
Sec 7
Development induced displacement, new social movements for getting land with reference to KeralaEnvironmental degradation ,global warming, climate change, deforestation and its impact on TribalsImpacts of globalization on marginalized communitiesPolicies and programmes for the preservation of tribal characteristicsRole of media in the process of tribal development
PART II: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS
Sec 8
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
UNIT III : METHODS IN SOCIAL RESEARCH
Sec 9
Interpretation and presentation of data – graphic and diagrammatic representationPrinciples of sampling, advantages key termsRelation between theory and factsSocial science as a system of rules, science and common sense, scientific method and its applicationsTechniques of data collection – questionnaire, interview, observation, case study, focus group interview
PART II: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Towards A New Society
Sec 10
Introduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.
UNIT II : SOCIOLOGICAL THEORIZING
Sec 11
Karl Marx – class and class struggleRecent Trends - Jurgen Habermas, Antonio Gramsci ,Anthony Giddens ( structuration )Theoretical beginning of Auguste Comte and Herbert SpencerTheoretical Developments of Emile Durkheim and Max WeberTransition from social philosophy to sociology, growth of science and technology, scientific spirit
PART II: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Literary Figures
Sec 12
Kodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and others
PART II: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Efforts To Reform The Society > (B) Struggles and Social Revolts
Sec 13
Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.
PART II: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Role Of Press In Renaissance
Sec 14
Malayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etc
PART II: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Awakening Through Literature
Sec 15
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etc
PART II: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Women And Social Change
Sec 16
Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
PART II: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Efforts To Reform The Society > (A) Socio-Religious reform Movements
Sec 17
SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.
PART II: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Sec 18
Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
PART II: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Leaders Of Renaissance
Sec 19
Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and others
Technical
100 Marks
WORK ASSISTANT
The Work Assistant post in the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation is recruited by the Kerala Public Service Commission.
75m
9s
#kerala-psc#work-assistant#automobile-mechanic#technical#mechanical-engineering
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MODULE VI
Sec 1
Air conditioning capacityAir conditioning compressorBasic air condition principlecontrol deviceVehicle heating, ventilation & cooling systemautomatic transmissionBrake bleedingClutches, requirements, types, operation, clutch facing materialdrive lineEngine exhaust brakefinal drivefluid fly wheelgear box- typesHand Brake Air brakemaster cylinderPower brakepropeller shaft typesselector mechanismservo braketorque convertortransfer caseTypes of brakes & requirementsuniversal joint typeswheel cylinder
MODULE VIII
Sec 2
Charging methodsChemical action of charging & dischargingDefects & MaintenancePartsConstruction & CharacteristicsPartsWorking PrincipleCapacitorsDiodesFull wave Bridge rectifierFull wave rectifierHalf wave rectifierLogic gatesLow Voltage Transformer - working principle & partsMOSFETSSemiconductorsThyristorsTransistorsUJTcommon troubles and remedies in starter circuitConstructionPartsStarting & CharacteristicsWorking PrincipleConstructionPartsStarting methods, Characteristics and voltage regulatorsWorking PrincipleCharging methodsChemical action of charging & dischargingDefects & MaintenancePartsLighting System- Types of Bulbs used in Automobile Vehicles and their characteristicsServo MotorSelf-starters & TypesSolenoid SwitchesTestesTypes & Uses of Switches in Automobile Vehicles
MODULE VII
Sec 3
AmmeterChemical effect of electric currentColour code of wiresConductors & Insulatorscut outsFaraday’s Law of ElectrolysisFaraday’s Law of Electromagnetic InductionFuse & circuit breakersHeating Effect of electric currentKirchhoff’s LawMagnetic effect of electric currentMagnetism & Electro-MagnetismMeasurement of size of wiresOhm meter and MultimeterOhm’s LawParallel circuitPhysical effect of electric currentPiezo Electric EffectSeries circuitSeries-parallel circuitSoldering, Brazing, Electrical units, Electrical quantities - EMF, Potential Difference, Current, Resistance, Electrical Power & Electrical Energy.Temperature co-efficient of resistanceThermo couplesTypes of wire JointsTypes of WiresVolt meter
MODULE IV
Sec 4
Bodychassischassis maintainschassis repair & alignmentclassification of chassisframe materials & faultfunctions of framemain component of framemeasurement of vehiclestypes of frameABSAir bagsAnti theft device- workingSeat Belt
MODULE III
Sec 5
Advantages of water cooling systemAir coolingFan belt tensionMaintenance of cooling systemparts of cooling system & anti-freeze solutionradiator- typesThermosyphon systemwater coolingwater pumpcarburettor- Solex, Su, working of carburettor, ventury effect MPFICetane numberClassification of fuelscomparison of various fuel supply systemDiesel engine fuel system- High pressure, low pressure, fuel feed pump, FIP- types, calibration, phasing, injectors & types, Testing, CRDI, advantages, compressing chamber design, timing of FIP, bleeding system, maintenance of fuel system, automatic injection advanced mechanismengine control moduleengine control systemengine knockingengine sensorsFuel delivery systemfuel injection control systemfuel pressure regulatoroctane rating & knock controlPetrol engine fuel system-Fuel tank, lines, feed pump, electrical, mechanical typespecification & characteristics of fuelthrottle body injectionBattery ignitioncontact breaker point gapDetonation- Reasons, effectDistributor- construction, & workingelectron ignition systemHeater plugHot and cold plugHT leadsIgnition coilIgnition timingMagneto ignitionmaintenancepre ignitionspark advanced mechanismspark plug- function, typestransistorised ignitionAdvantagescrank case ventilationhigh oil consumptionhigh oil pressurelow oil pressureMain parts of lubricating system typesOil filter- types, full flow, bypass systemOil pressure gaugesludge formationTypes of lubricant- PurposeTypes of oil pumpViscosity
General Knowledge, Current Affairs and Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 6
Important world, national and regional events related to the political and scientific fields, sports, cinema and literature etc.Demography – Economic and social development – Poverty alleviation – Economy and planning – etc.Geography of India – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – etc.History of India – Period from 1857 to 1947 – National movementGeographical Facts – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – etc.Ayya VaikundarAyyankaliBhattathirippadBlessed Kuriakose Elias ChavaraBrahmananda Swami SivayogiDr. PalpuEtc.KumaranasanMannathu PadmanabhanPandit KaruppanPoikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru)Sree Narayana GuruThycaud AyyaVagbhatanandaVakkom MoulaviChattampi Swami
MODULE II
Sec 7
advantage of multi cylinder engineAir cleaner, reasons for fitting air cleaner, types, maintenance, pre-cleanerarrangement of cylinderBDCBHPBorecam shaftClassification of EnginesClearance volumecompressioncompression ratioconnecting rodcrank shaftCyclecylinder blockcylinder headCylinder head designed with respect to valveDiesel cycleenergyexhaustFHPFiring orderfly wheelFriction lossesHistory & development of EnginesHPhydraulic valve lifterIHPintake & exhaust manifoldliner typesmain components & parts of EnginematerialsMaterialsmechanical efficiencyMEPmuffler- types, serviceOtto cyclePiston & rings – typespiston pinpowerPowerpush rodrocker armscavengingspecific fuel consumptionSpecificationsStarting methodsStrokeSuction Strokesuper chargerSwept volumetappet clearanceTechnical terms used in Enginesthermal efficiencythrowtiming chainTotal volume TDCTurbo charger, working, advantages & disadvantagesTwo stroke & Four stroke- Diesel & Petrol Engines – ComparisonTypes of Enginesvalve clearancevalve fault identificationValve operating mechanismvalvesVibrationvibration dampervolumetric efficiencywork
MODULE I
Sec 8
Air compressorAir impact wrenchesAir ratchet wrenchesCar washerCommon hand ToolsCutting toolsDrilling Machines- Types & usesFastenersFlaring ToolsGas welding equipmentgrease gunHydraulic & Pneumatic ToolsHydraulic JackHydraulic liftHydraulic presslocking devicesMarking ToolsMeasuring ToolsMechanical pressoil canPrecision Measuring InstrumentsPullers- gear & bearingsScrew JackTap & DiesTorque wrenchesWelding TransformersWrenchesAuto shop Safetyduties of first aiderElectric shockFire & classification of FireFire ExtinguishersFirst aidFirst aid contentsFuel SafetyGeneral SafetyMethod of operation of Fire ExtinguishersPersonal SafetySafety in the use of hand toolsSafety SignsType of portable Fire Extinguishers
MODULE V
Sec 9
Air bag & rubber spring, advantages & disadvantagesbacklashdifferential assemblyFront axle – functionsfunctionsmaintenancePly ratingRear axle function & typesrotation of tyresshackle- typesshock absorber- types & function, testingSprung & unsprung weightSteering geometrysteering system- main parts, working, types, steering ratio, steering windages, hydraulic assisted steering, troublesstoring of tyressuspension spring- typestube vulcanizingtype of axle drivetype of crown wheel & pinion driveTypestyre pressuretyres & rings – types, construction, tread designwheel alignment
Technical
100 Marks
Tailoring Instructor
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Tailoring Instructor posts, often under the Technical Education Department.
90m
13s
#kerala-psc#tailoring#garment-making#technical-education#vocational
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KNITTING AND CROCHET
Sec 1
Basic knitting such as Casting on, Casting off, knit, Pearl, Decreasing and increasing, knitted patternsBasic stitches for Crochet work: Chain, Single, Double, Trible.
MATERIALS
Sec 2
Clothes and their characteristics, nature and uses - Such as: Cotton, Linen, Rayon, Synthetic, Silk, Woollen for various materials.
Current Affairs
Sec 3
Important world, national and regional events related to the political and scientific fields, sports, cinema and literature etc.
PREPARING AND FINISHING
Sec 4
Different kinds of transferring methods in fabrics (Carbon method, Pouncing method and Direct method). Washing and Ironing of embroidery articles
OPENING AND FASTENINGS
Sec 5
Different types of opening and fastenings such as:- Facing, Binding, Hooks and eyes. Buttons and Buttonhole, Press button and Edge finishes.
KNOWLEDGE OF TAILORING AND EMBROIDERY TOOLS
Sec 6
Equipments and accessories used for tailoring and embroidery - Such as: Measuring tape, cutting scissors. Tailors square, Needles tracing wheel, Thimble and embroidery frames.
SEWING MACHINE FUNDAMENTALS
Sec 7
Faulty working and remedies.History and generation of Sewing Machineimportant parts of sewing machine and their functionsvarious types and sizes of sewing machine
General Knowledge
Sec 8
Demography – Economic and social development – Poverty alleviation – Economy and planning – etc.Geography of India – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – etc.History of India – Period from 1857 to 1947 – National movementGeographical Facts – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – etc.
MEASUREMENTS
Sec 9
Process of taking measurements for all kinds of garments and their method of application – Average measurements for different ages – Theory of Eight Heads.
Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 10
Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V. T. Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, Etc.
TECHNICAL TERMS
Sec 11
Technical terms used in Tailoring: - Inlay Turning, Lapels, Bridle, Fly, Flycatch, Fork, Jetting, Mercerised, Sizing, Selvedge, Dungree, Alterations. Depth of Seye, Lace, Truebias, Plaid, Crown and Locking
PLEATS AND GATHERINGS
Sec 12
Types of pleats and gatherings such as: - knife pleat. Inverted pleat, Box pleat & Decorative gatherings (Honey combing and smoking)
HAND STITCHES USED FOR TAILORING AND EMBROIDERY
Sec 13
Various kinds of hand stitches such as: Tacking, Running, Hemming, Back stitch. Buttonhole. Stem stitch, Herringbone stitch, Laizy daisy, Shadow stitch. Chain stitch, Long and Short stitch and Satin stitch.
Technical
100 Marks
VOCATIONAL TEACHER – MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS OF DOMESTIC APPLIANCES
The Vocational Teacher – Maintenance and Repairs of Domestic Appliances position in Kerala's Vocational Higher Secondary Education (VHSE) involves providing specialized instruction and practical skills in the trade. This recruitment is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC).
120m
9s
#kerala-psc#vocational-teacher#domestic-appliances#electrical-engineering#electronics
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ANALOG and DIGITAL ELECTRONICS
Sec 1
8 bit and 16 bit microprocessor basics, architecture, programming and interfacing.BJT amplifiers - biasing circuits, types of amplifiers,. Oscillators and feedback amplifiers, operational amplifier circuits and applications - simple active filters.Commercially available logic gates in 7400/5400 and 4000 series of IC's.Counters - ripple counter. synchronous counter, modulo N counter - ring counter - Johnson counter, up-down counter- 555 Timer.Flip flops - SR, clocked SR, D, JK, master slave and T flip flops.Realization of logic functions using multiplexers and decoders.Review of basic gates.Schmitt trigger, multivibrators, sample and hold circuits, A to D and D to A converters.Thyristors, triacs, GTO's MOSFETS & IGBTS- principles of operation, triggering circuits, phase control rectifiers, bridge converters - fully controlled and half controlled, Inverters and choppers.Universality of NAND and NOR gates.Voltage regulators using linear IC's, combinational and sequential logic circuits - flip flops, counters, shift registers, TTL & CMOS logic families, memories - ROM, PROM,EPROM & RAM.
Power System
Sec 2
Basic Concepts in Power Systems- Power in single phase AC circuits -Complex Power Powertriangle Power in balanced 3 phase ac circuits.Conventional and non-conventional systems of power generation, power plant economics, load factor, demand factor, diversity factor, Economic aspects - Cost of generation - significance of diversity factor, load factor - plant factor.Power factor considerations - Methods of power factor improvement.Tariffs - different types of LT and HT consumers - tariff schemes - uniform tariff and differential tariff.
ELECTRICAL MACHINES
Sec 3
Basic concepts of ac and dc drives.DC generator- Emf equation, armature reaction & commutation, characteristics, voltage build up, applications.DC machines-Types of excitation, constructional features.DC motor - Torque equation, characteristics of shunt, series & compound motors, necessity & types of starters, speed control, applications, Swinburne's test, Hopkinson's test.Single phase induction motor - double field revolving theory, starting methods.Single phase Transformer - leakage reactance, equivalent circuit, losses and efficiency, voltage regulation, OC, SC and Sumpner's tests, Distribution transformer, all day efficiency, autotransformer - saving of copper.Synchronous machines: - constructional features, winding factor,Synchronizing.Three phase induction motor - constructional features, types, slip rotor frequency, power flow, Torque - slip curve, effect of rotor resistance, starting methods, speed control.Three phase transformer -connections, vector groupings, parallel operation.
ELECRTICAL SYSTEM DESIGN
Sec 4
Classification of voltages, standards and specifications.Design of distribution systems with light power and motor loads.Design of earthing system - Pipe, plate and mat earthing.Design of illumination systems - Yard lighting, street lighting and flood lighting.Different methods of wiring for LT installations.Earthing of installations - necessity of earthing - plate and pipe earthing.General aspects of the design of electrical installations for domestic dwellings.National Electric Code (NEC)- scope and safety aspects applicable to low and medium (domestic) voltage installations, Electric services in buildings.Protective fuses, MCBs, ELCBs and switches.Schematic layout of LT switchboards.Working of incandescent lamps, -fluorescent lamps, energy efficient lamps.
CONTROL SYSTEM
Sec 5
Control system components: DC and AC servo motor.Open loop-and closed loop control systems: Transfer function -Transfer function of simple, Mechanical and Electromechanical systems - Force voltage and force current analogy - block diagram representation - block diagram reduction - signal flow graph - Mason's gain formula - characteristics equation.
ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION
Sec 6
Digital measurement of frequency, phase angle, time interval-electronic energy meter.Digital multimeters - resolution in digital meters.Principle of digital storage oscilloscope - block schematic, sampling and storage.Review of operational Amplifier circuits - precision rectifier, ZCD, current to voltage converter, phaseshifter, Instrumentation amplifier using three Op-Amps, isolation amplifier using opto-coupler.
INSTRUMENTATION
Sec 7
Electronic energy meter, high voltage measurements, oscilloscopes, Data acquisition systems, Transducers for temperature, flow and pressure.Induction type watt-hour meter, DC bridges and AC bridges, magnetic measurements, Instrument transformers, digital voltmeters and multimeters, digital measurements of frequency, phase angle, time interval.Measurement of earth resistance using earth megger, determination of resistivity of earth.Measurement of insulation resistance - loss of charge method, insulation megger.Principles of PMMC, moving iron, and electrodynamometer type instruments, error analysis, measurement of voltage, current, power, energy and power factor.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 8
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI- Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 9
Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only).Ohm's law, Kirchoff's laws- solution of series and parallel circuits with .Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday's laws, Lenz's law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling.Principle of generation of alternating current -waveforms -frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor.
Technical
100 Marks
Chemist Grade II
The Chemist Grade II position is a recruitment by the Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) for the Health Services department.
75m
9s
#kerala-psc#chemistry#health-services#degree-level#general-knowledge
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Analytical chemistry
Sec 1
Acids and bases, buffers, water analysis, qualitative analysis of anions and systematic analysis of cations.Principle of titrations- acidimetry, redox, Complexometry, precipitation titrations.Principle of UV-Visible spectroscopy, IR spectroscopy, NMR, mass spectrometry.
Natural products
Sec 2
Biological source, constituents, identification tests and pharmacological uses of Cinchona, cinnamon, castor oil, cardamom, ginger, opium, clove, peppermint oil, honey, fennel and nutmeg .Definition, classification and brief chemistry of alkaloids, glycosides, terpenoids, volatile oils, tannins, resins etc.
Biomolecules
Sec 3
Brief chemistry and role of vitamins and coenzymes.Classification of amino acids.Deficiency diseases and diseases related to their metabolismDefinition, classification, brief chemistry, qualitative tests and metabolism of carbohydrate, protein and lipids.Enzymes, Minerals, Hormones, DNA, RNA.
Chemistry in Everyday life
Sec 4
Definition, classification, brief chemistry, mechanism of action and therapeutic uses of analgesics, antipyretics, anti-inflammatory agents, hypnotics and sedatives, narcotics and psychotropic drugs, anaesthetics, antiseptics and disinfectants, antihistamines, antihypertensive drugs, anti-diabetic drugs, cosmetics.Dyes-different types and examples.
Environmental Chemistry
Sec 5
Greenhouse effect, acid rain, ozone depletion, industrial and nuclear waste, Polymers- different types, examples and effect on environment.Pollution- soil, water, air pollutants.Soaps and detergents, Water treatment, Green chemistry
Organic chemistry
Sec 6
Hydrocarbons, cycloalkanes, physical properties, functional groups, IUPAC nomenclature, concept of aromaticity, Stereochemistry of organic compounds.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 7
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Quality control of Pharmaceuticals
Sec 8
Sources of impurities in Pharmaceuticals, Purification methods of Pharmaceuticals, test for purity, limit tests for arsenic, lead, sulphate, chloride, iron and heavy metals.
General Chemistry
Sec 9
Stoichiometry, Chemical bonding, Periodic properties, States of matter, Solutions, chemical kinetics, Thermodynamics, Electro chemistry.
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Constitution Of India
Sec 1
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations – Legislative – Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive – Legislature – Judiciary – Both at Union and State Level – Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights – Directive Principles of State Policy – Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles – Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution – Preamble – Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.
General English
Sec 2
Active and Passive VoiceAgreement of Subject and VerbComparison of AdjectivesConfusing Adjectives and AdverbsCorrect usage of Articles – PrepositionsCorrection in Sentences –Etc.Direct and Indirect SpeechAntonymsGenderIdioms and their meanings – Etc.One word SubstitutesProblem concerning WordsSingular and PluralSynonyms
Law
Sec 3
Sources – Nature and definition of International Law – State Recognition and State succession – The United Nations, its objectives, purposes and principal organs – Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR 1948) – International Covenants of 1966 – Protection of Human Rights – Initiatives of United Nations (UN)Nature and concept of Law – Schools of Jurisprudence – Administration of Justice – Theories of Punishment – Sources of Law – Basic Legal Concepts : Legal Personality, Ownership, Possession, Titles, Liability, Rights and DutiesDefinition and Scope – Growth of Administrative Law – Rule of Law – Separation of powers – Classification of Administrative Actions – Administrative Discretion – Control over administrative rule making – Natural Justice – Judicial Review of Administrative Action – Public Interest Litigation – Privileges, immunities and Liabilities of Administration – Statutory and Non- Statutory Public Undertakings – Ombudsman – Constitutional protection to the civil servants – Right to Information Act, 2005.Methods of Interpretation – Literal Rule – Logical Rule – Golden Rule – Mischief Rule – Intrinsic and Extrinsic Aids of Interpretation – Subsidiary Rules – Ejusdem Generis – Noscitur a Sociis – Reddendo Singula Singulis etc. – Mandatory & Directory Provisions in Statutes – Theory of UtilityDefinitions – Civil Courts – Res Subjudice – Res Judicata – Suits of Civil Nature – Pleadings – Special Suits – Appeal – Second Appeal – Reference – Review – Revision – Inherent Power – Execution – Caveat – Law of LimitationDefinitions – Arrest, Search and Seizure – Investigation, Inquiry, Trial, Discharge – Hierarchy of Courts – Cognizance of Offences – Commencement of Judicial Proceedings – Bail – Judgement – Appeal – Reference – Revision – Transfer of Cases – Inherent Powers – Preventive Measures – Maintenance of Wife / Children / Parents – Probation of Offenders Act, 1958 – Juvenile Justice Act, 2000Indian Evidence Act, 1872 – Definition – Relevancy of Facts – Admissions and Concessions – Dying Declaration – Opinion and character evidence – Judicial Notice – Oral Evidence – Documentary Evidence – Electronic Evidence – Burden of Proof – Estoppel – Competency of witnesses – Examination of witnessesConcept of Marriage – Theory of Divorce – Nullity of marriage – Judicial Separation – Family Courts – Guardianship and custody – Adoption – Maintenance – Partition – Succession – Endowments – WakfsCriminal Liability – Mens rea – Actus reus – Inchoate Crimes – Sedition – General Defences – Joint and Constructive Liability – Offences against person – Offences against property – Misappropriation – Criminal breach of trust – Defamation – Cyber Crimes (Indian Penal Code, 1860 and Information Technology Act, 2000)Nature and Definition – Tortious Liability – No fault Liability – Vicarious Liability – Joint Tort Feasors – Negligence – Defamation – Conspiracy – Nuisance – False imprisonment – Malicious prosecutionIndian Contract Act, 1872 – Definitions – Basic Element of Contracts – Factors vitiating consent – Performance of contract – Discharge of Contract – Modes of Discharge – Remedies for breach – Void, Voidable, illegal and unenforceable agreement – Quasi Contracts – Specific Contracts Like Indemenity , Guarantee, Bailment, Pledge, Agency – Negotiable Instruments Act, 1882 – Sale of Goods Act, 1930 – Partnership Act, 1932 – Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008Companies Act, 1956 – Definition and Features of Registered Company – Government Company – Statutory Company – Foreign Company – Private Limited Company – Public Limited Company – Memorandum of Association – Articles of Association – Prospectus – Shares – Directors – Meetings – Dividends – Account and Audit – Borrowing – Lending – Debentures – Reconstruction and Amalgamations – Buy Back of Shares – Winding up – SEBI Act, 1992 – RBI Act, 1934 – Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – The Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002Definitions – Property that cannot be transferred – General Principles of Transfer – vested and contingent interest – Conditional Transfer – Undivided Ownership – Specific transfers like Sale, Gift, Mortgage, Lease, Charge, Exchange, Actionable claims – Rights and Duties of the Parties to such transfers, Law of Limitation, Interpretation of Statutes, General Clauses Act.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 4
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyokoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
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MODULE-6 Digital systems
Sec 1
Algorithms for addition subtraction, multiplication and division of binary, BCD and floating point numbers.Protocol hierarchies, Reference models, Data Link layer, MAC Sub layer, Bridges, Switches, Wireless LANs, Network layer, QoS, Network layer in internet, Transport Layer, Application layer, VoIP.Operational concepts, instruction sequencing, addressing modes, Processing unit, I!O organization, OMA, Interrupts, Memory organization.Design of combinatorial and clocked sequential logic circuits.8085 and 8086 microprocessor architecture, assembly language programming in 8085, interfacing with peripheral devices.Minimization of logic functionsOperating system services, CPU scheduling, Concurrent processes synchronization, Dead Jocks, Memory management, Device management, File system.
MODULE-7 Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis
Sec 2
space and time complexityArrays, stacks, queues, linked lists, trees, binary search trees, binary heaps, graphs.NP completeness, and NP Hardness.ER Diagram, Structure of Relational Database, Relational Algebra, Tuple relational Calculus & Domain Relational Calculus, Views, SQL, Triggers, Integrity Constraints, relational database design, Decomposition, Normalization, Storage and File Structure, Indexing & Hashing, Transactions, Concurrency Control, Recovery System, Security issues in database, database architecture, database recovery.Brute Force, Divide and conquer.Internal and external sorting techniquesProgramming in Java, GUI classes, Java I/O, sockets, Applets, Window fundamentals, graphics.c++ Programming, Fundamentals of object-oriented Design, Programming in C++, Data Abstraction, Encapsulation, Classes, Inheritance and Polymorphism, exception handling, file processing.Data types and qualifiers, operators and expressions, data input and output Control statements- Arrays and strings, structures and unions, Pointers- memory allocation functions, functions, recursive functions, Data files, C ProgrammingSearching.
MODULE-1 Accounting Principles
Sec 3
Capital structure and Financial analysisClassification of CostCost Volume Profit AnalysisFinancial Planning and controlFinancial statements: Trading a/c, Profit & Loss a/c, Balance SheetSources of Fund
MODULE-5 Human Resource Management
Sec 4
Communication process & effectivenessHuman resource planningJob analysisJob satisfactionLeadership & theoriesMotivation & techniquesobjectives and functionsperformance appraisal and evaluationrecruitmentselectiontraining & development
MODULE-8 Software Engineering
Sec 5
E-commerce, online electronic payment system, brand creation on the web, Web Auction strategies, Legal environment of e-commerce.Classification of Data mining systems, Data Warehouse & OLAP, Data Cube Computation Methods, Data mining query languages, Association Rules used in Data mining, Correlation Analysis, Constraint based association mining, Classification & prediction, Accuracy & Error Measures, Ensemble Methods, Cluster Analysis, Clustering Methods, Mining Data Streams, Mining Sequence Patterns in Transactional Databases, Web Mining.Managerial Decision Making and Information Systems, Types of DSS, Architecture, Decision Modelling and Analysis, Group Decision Support Systems, Negotiation Support Systems.Knowledge-based Decision Support Systems, Neural Network Architecture, Genetic Algorithm, Fuzzy Logic.HTML, Java Script, XML, PHP, Web server, proxy Server, web application development, VPN, Electronic Mail, SMTP, POP, IMAP, MIME, Worldwide Web, HTTP, Video over IP.Components of management information system, system life cycle, tools for system analysis and design and data collection, Survey & feasibility study, technical feasibility cost, benefit analysis, Different information system models, Transaction processing systems, Decision support systems, Design of integrated system.Measures, Metrics and indicators, Software project planning, Software quality assurance, ISO 9000 quality standards.Software process models, cost estimation models, Risk management, Software configuration management, Design phase, Coding, verification, size measures, complexity analysis, Testing, Maintenance.
MODULE-3 Marketing
Sec 6
Controllable and Uncontrollable factors in marketing environmentcustomer relationship managementForecasting techniquesMarket SegmentationMarketing mixmarketing researchproduct decisionsproduct life cycleQuantitative Techniques in Management: Measures of Central tendency, Correlation and Regression analysisSelling and Marketing concepts
MODULE-4 Project Management
Sec 7
CPM/PERTCrashing of projectsFeasibility StudiesInvestment Analysis TechniquesProject planning and controlResource ManagementTime value of moneyValue EngineeringVendor Evaluation
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 8
General Knowledge and Current AffairsRENAISSANCE IN KERALAAwakening Through LiteratureNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcEfforts To Reform The SocietySNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha, Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Leaders Of RenaissanceThycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersLiterary FiguresKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersRole Of Press In RenaissanceMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcTowards A New SocietyIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Women And Social ChangeParvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Welfare Legislations and ProgrammesSocial Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
MODULE-2 Production/Operation Management
Sec 9
Inventory Management: Selective inventory contro1, Economic order quality, Material Requirement Planning, Just in Time inventoryLayout planningProductivity and factors affecting productivityQuality: concepts, Statistical Quality Control, Total quality management, ISO standards, six sigma
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PART IV: AGRICULTURAL MARKETING
Sec 1
Agricultural Marketing – concepts and definitions – scope – subject matterAgricultural Marketing-approaches-functional (Exchange function, physical marketing function, facilitating functions)-institutional (agencies, channels)-commodityAgricultural price policy in India-objectives-role of CACP in agricultural price policy-Administered prices (support price, procurement price, levy price, statutory minimum price, issue price)Classification of market-based on commodity, location, volume of business, time, competitionGlobalization and Liberalization-WTO-AOA (market access, domestic support, export subsidies)International trade-Domestic Vs International trade-theories of international trade-theory of absolute advantageMarket and Marketing-meaning-definition-elements of a marketMarketing efficiency-meaning-definition-estimation of marketing costs/margins for farm commodities-measures to improve marketing efficiency and tools for risk management- co-operative marketing futures trading-contract farmingProducer’s surplus-meaning-types-marketable and marketed surplus importance- factors affecting
PART I: CROPS, SOIL AND WATER
Sec 2
Agroclimatic and agroecological classification of India and KeralaCrops – classification of crops based on agronomic, botanical, ontogeny, growth habit – growth – definition and factors affecting growth – yield contributing characters – harvest index – vegetative propagation of crops – setts, slips, tubers, rhizomes, etc. – methods of sowing – crop nutrition – classification of nutrients – fertilizers – straight and complex fertilizers, nitrogenous, phosphatic and potassic fertilizers; speciality fertilizers – cutomised fertilizers and 100 per cent water soluble fertilizers; methods for improving nutrient use efficiency, biological nitrogen fixation and biofertilizersMarketing and export potential of organic produceNational Standards for Organic Products ( NSOP)-inspection and certification procedures, labeling and marketingOperational structure of NPOP-Accreditation agencies- Certification AgenciesOrganic farming, natural farming, conventional farming, sustainable agriculture - Current status of organic farming -Initiatives in India and Kerala- National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP)Rice (including speciality rices) , wheat, maize, millets, tapioca, potato, yams and aroids, sugarcane, groundnut, sesamum, sunflower, safflower, linseed, important pulses, banana, mango, coconut, cashew, spices and condiments – origin, geographic distribution, economic importance, botany and growth phases, varieties, harvesting, processing, conversion ratios (ratio between harvested and economic produce)Soil – definition; different kinds of rocks; soil physical properties – soil structure, soil texture, particle density, bulk density, porosity; soil profile - soils of India and Kerala; soil organic matter – composition and properties; soil organisms; soil taxonomy and its characteristicsSoil moisture constants – Evapotranspiration and consumptive use – potential evapotranspiration and reference crop evapotranspiration – crop coefficient – irrigation water quality criteria and its managementWater management of principal crops, critical stages of crops, depth and schedule of irrigation – rice, wheat, banana, coconut, cowpea, sugarcane and vegetablesWeeds – harmful effects, classification of weeds, crop weed association – crop associated weeds, crop bound weeds and season bound weeds – critical period of crop weed competition – aquatic weeds and parasitic weeds
PART VIII: FOOD ANALYSIS AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
Sec 3
Analysis of moisture content, Ash content, nitrogen and crude protein, Fat, sugars, fibre and food additives and contaminants using different methods.Quality- Definition,Quality attributes-physical,chemical, nutritionsl,microbial and sensory. Objectives, importance and functions of quality control. Quality systems and tools used for quality assurance. The principles and practices of food plant sanitation. Food and hygiene regulations. Environment and waste management. Food adulteration, food safety. Sensory evaluation, panel screening, selection methods. Total quality management in food industry. Quality assurance ,Quality control, Quality evaluation and Quality audits. ISO 9000, 22000 . Food safety and HACCP principles. GMP, GHP, SSOP and SOP. ISO standards for Quality control labs. Food Safety and Standards Act 2006 International & national food laws and regulations.Theory and principles of Colorimeter, spectrophotometer, chromatographic techniques, polarimeter, AAS, flame photometer and flourimeter.
PART III: POST HARVEST MANAGEMENT
Sec 4
Coleopteran and lepidopteran pests of stored productsDifferent cleaners and separators- length separator, cyclone separator, specific gravity separator, colour sorter, separators based on surface texture, working principles,Drying- Constant and falling rate of drying, efficiency of drying.Drying, principles, classification- conduction, convection and radiation driers, moisture contents, theory of grain drying.Fruits and vegetables- cleaning and grading, methods of grading, equipment for grading of fruits and vegetables.Management of stored product pests – preventive and curative methodsMaturity indices and harvesting of vegetables for vegetable purpose and seed purpose.Pests of stored products- introduction, causes of storage lossesPhysiology of maturity, ripening and senescence in cereals, pulses, fruits and vegetables, spices and condiments, tea, coffee, cashew, sugarcane.Post harvest losses, phases of loss and measures to reduce the losses, post harvest handling, respiration and storage preservation and preservatives used in fruits and vegetablesPost harvest pest and disease management – fruits and vegetablesRodent management - principles and methods of control-physical, biological and mechanical methods.Rodenticides - acute poisons, chronic poisons, fumigants. Fumigation, baits, baiting and rat proofingSize reduction- Principles and equipment for size reduction.Storage of fruits and vegetables- Effect of temperature, Relative humidity and gas composition, traditional storages, Modified and Controlled atmosphere storage structures.Storage, grain storage, types of storage structures- traditional, improved and modern storage structures.Types of dryers- mechanical dryers, batch, continuous, mixing and non mixing dryers- working principles.Winnowing- working principle, Cleaning- principles & properties, effectiveness of cleaning,
PART II: SEED TECHNOLOGY
Sec 5
Different classes of seeds; Breeder seed, Foundation seed, Certified seed, Registered seed, Hybrid seed, Improved seed, Composite seed, etc. Foundation and certified seed production of rice and vegetables (varieties & hybrids)Different upgrading equipments and their useDuties and powers of seed inspectors, offences and penalties; Seed Control Order 1983, Seed Act 2000 and other issues related to seed quality regulation.Establishing a seed testing laboratory; Seed testing procedures for quality assessmentGeneral principles of seed storage, measures for pest and disease control, temperature control, Seed marketing, marketing structure, marketing organization; Factors affecting seed marketing.GM cropsIntellectual Property Rights, Patenting, WTO, Plant Breeders RightsIntroduction to Seed Production, Importance of Seed Production, Deterioration of crop varieties, Factors affecting deterioration and their control; Maintenance of genetic purity during seed productionIPR- definition,concepts and components; IPR policies and issues in Indian scenarioMoisture tests of Field and Horticultural cropsPhysical analysis of Field and Horticultural cropsSeed certification, procedure for seed certification, field inspection and field counts etc.; Seed Act and Seed Act enforcement, Central Seed Committee, Central Seed Certification Board, State Seed Certification Agency, Central and State Seed Testing LaboratoriesSeed Drying: Forced air seed drying, principle, properties of air and their effect on seed drying, moisture equilibrium between seed and air, Heated air drying, types of air distribution systems for seed drying, Seed processing: air screen machine and its working principle.Seed packing and seed storage, factors affecting seed longevity during storage and conditions required for good storageSeed quality; Definition, Characters of good quality seedSeed treatment, Importance of seed treatment, types of seed treatment, equipment used for seed treatment,
PART V: FOOD CHEMISTRY AND MICROBIOLOGY
Sec 6
Food Chemistry: WATER – Definition, classification, sources and functions. Determination of water contetnt and water activity. CARBOHYDRATES- Definition, classification, Sources, properties and functions. Disaccharides, Trisaccharides and polysaccharides. LIPIDS- Definition, classification, Sources and functions. Chemistry, Occurrence, Composition and properties . PROTEINS- Definition, classification, Sources and functions. Chemistry of amino acids and proteins. Major food proteins and their sources. Determination of proteins. ENZYMES- Definition, classification and Chemical nature. PIGMENTS AND FLAVOURS- Definition, classification, Sources and functions. Occurrence, chemistry, and changes during processing. VITAMINS- Definition, classification, Sources and functions,. MINERALS- Definition, classification, Sources and functions.Food Microbiology: Historical Development, Morphology and General cytology of Microorganism, Physiology and Reproduction of Microorganisms, Growth and destruction and control of microorganisms, Food borne illness. Microorganisms in Atmosphere, Food Products and their control.
PART VII: TECHNOLOGY OF PLANT AND ANIMAL FOODS
Sec 7
Food grain Processing: Structure, composition of different grains like wheat, rice, barley, oat, maize and millets. Anti-nutritional factors in food grains and oilseeds. Milling of grains. Technology of Breads, Biscuits, cakes, doughnuts, buns, pasta goods, extruded, confectionary products, breakfast and snack foods. Rheology of wheat and rice flour. Oilseeds: edible oilseeds, composition and oilseed processing. Protein concentrates, isolates and their use in high protein foods.Fruits and Vegetable Processing: Thermal processing, steps in canning of different fruits, and vegetables; Dehydration and dehydrated products. Solar drying. Intermediate moisture foods .Techology of RTS, Squash, Crush, Syrup, Jam, Jelly, Marmalade, pickles, chutneys and sauces. Beverages, tea, cocoa and coffee processing.Technology of Meat / Fish / Poultry Products: Chemistry and microscopic structure of meat tissue. Ante-mortem inspection. Slaughter and dressing of various animals and poultry . Post mortem examination. Rigor mortis. Factors affecting meat quality. Curing, smoking, freezing, canning and dehydration of meat, poultry and their products. Structure and composition of egg and factors effecting quality. Preservation of eggs. Quality indices of fish.Technology of Milk and Milk Products: Dairy plant operations-pasteurization, standardization, homogenization, sterilization, storage, transport and distribution Technology of cream, butter, ghee, cheese, condensed milk, evaporated milk, whole and skimmed milk powder, ice-cream, butter khoa, and paneer.
PART VI: FOOD PROCESSING AND PRESERVATION
Sec 8
Food processing industries/institutions/food scientists of importance in India. Food attributes viz. colour, texture, flavour, nutritive value and consumer preferences. Causes of food spoilage, sources of microbial contamination of foods, food borne illnesses, water activity and its relation to spoilage of foods. Spoilage of processed products and their detection. Principles and methods of food preservation. Methods of food preservation such as heat processing, pasteurization, canning, dehydration, freezing, freeze drying, fermentation, and chemical additives. Refrigerated and modified atmosphere storage. Aseptic processing, hurdle technology. Use of non-thermal food processing technologies
PART IX: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 9
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
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LECTURER IN COMMERCIAL PRACTICE
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts direct recruitment examinations for the post of Lecturer in Commercial Practice in Government Polytechnic Colleges under the Technical Education Department.
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Part III > Module III : Accountancy
Sec 1
Accountancy – FundamentalsAccounts from Incomplete recordsAccounts of Non-Trading concernsComputerized Financial AccountingConsignment accountsCost accounting – fundamentalsDepreciation accountingFinal Accounts – Sole proprietorshipJoint Stock Company – shares and Debentures, Final accountsJoint Venture accountsMethods and techniques of CostingPartnership accounts – admission, retirement, death and dissolution
Part III > Module IV : Business Laws and Banking
Sec 2
Banking – Banker-customer relationshipDebit and Credit cardsFactories ActLaw of ContractLoans and advancesModern banking – Internet banking – mobile banking, tele-banking, electronic fund transfer etc.Negotiable instrumentsOpening and operation of different types of accountsSale of Goods Act
Part III > Module I : Commerce, E- Commerce and Business Communication
Sec 3
Business Communication – concept and type – Business Letters – Government Correspondence Report writing – Latest Communication TechniquesBusiness, trade, industry and CommerceE commerce – meaning and types – E Government E-GovernmentE-Learning – On-line Publishing, E-books, blogging – C2C E-Commerce (including E-Auctions) e-paymentsHome trade and Foreign tradeInsuranceJoint Stock Company – formation – Management – Company MeetingsMotions and ResolutionsWinding up of Companies
Part III > Module V: Business Management and Capital Marketing
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CAPITAL MARKET – Money marketFunctional areas of management – Human Resource Management, Financial Management, Production Management, Production Management, Marketing ManagementInstruments of capital marketLevels of management, Management processMANAGEMENT – Business managementNon-banking financial institutionsPrinciples of management – scientific management – Techniques – MBOSEBIStock exchange
Part II - Environmental Science & Disaster Management
Sec 5
Chemical hazards/disasters: Causes and consequences of release of toxic chemicals, nuclear explosion. Case studies – Minamata tragedy, Bhopal disaster, Chernobyl disaster. Emerging approaches in Disaster Management – Three Stages.Ecosystems: Concept of an ecosystem, Structure and function of an ecosystem, producers, consumers and decomposers. Ecological succession, food chains, food webs and ecological pyramids.1.Pre-disaster stage (preparedness) : (a) Preparing hazard zonation maps, Predictability / forecasting & warning. (b) Preparing disaster preparedness plan (c) Land use zoning (d) Preparedness through (IEC) Information, Education & Communication.2.Emergency Stage (a) Rescue training for search & operation at national & regional level (b) Immediate relief (c) Assessment surveys.3.Post Disaster stage – rehabilitation: (a) Political administrative aspect (b) Economic aspect (c) Environmental aspectPre-disaster stage (mitigation): (a) Disaster resistant house construction (b) Population reduction in vulnerable areas (c) AwarenessEnvironmental Hazards and Disasters: (a) Meaning of Environmental hazards, Environmental Disasters and Environmental stress.Environmental Hazards and Disasters: (b) Concept of Environmental hazards, Environmental stress, Environmental stress and Environmental Disasters.Environmental Pollution: Definition: Causes, effects and control measures of (a) Air pollution (b) Water pollution (c) Oil pollution (d) Marine pollution (e) Noise pollution (f) Thermal pollution (g) Nuclear hazardsIntroduction, types, characteristic features, structure and function of the following ecosystem: (a) Forest ecosystem (b) Grassland ecosystem (c) Desert ecosystem (d) Aquatic ecosystems (Ponds, streams, lakes, rivers, oceans, estuaries)(a)Forest resources: Use and overexploitation, deforestation, case studies, Timber extraction, mining, dams and their effects on forests and tribal people.(b)Water resources: Use and over-utilization of surface and ground water, floods, drought, conflicts over water, dams – benefits and problems.(c)Mineral resources: Use and exploitation, environmental effects of extracting and using mineral resources, case studies.(d)Food resources: World Food problems, changes caused by agriculture and overgrazing, effects of modern agriculture, fertilizer-pesticide problems, water logging, salinity, case studies.(e)Energy resources: Growing energy needs, renewable and non-renewable energy sources, use of alternate energy sources, case studies.(f)Land resources: Land as a resource, land degradation, man included landslides, soil erosion and desertification.Role of an individual in conservation of natural resources. Equitable use of resources for sustainable lifestyles.Solid waste management: Causes, effects and control measures of urban and industrial wastes. Role of an individual in prevention of pollution. Pollution case studies.Types of Environmental hazards and Disasters: (a) Natural hazards and disasters (b) Man induced hazards and Disasters. Causes and Environmental consequences of the flowing natural HAZARDS – Droughts and Floods. Volcanic Eruption, Earthquakes, Landslides, Cyclones, Lightning, Tsunami.
Part III > Module II : Economics and Business Statistics
Sec 6
Correlation and regressionEconomics – Basic terms and conceptsIndex numberLaw of Demand, Law of SupplyMeasures of Central ValueMeasures of dispersionPricing under different market conditionsStatistics – fundamentals
Part I - General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 7
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
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Lecturer in Computer Science
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Lecturer in Computer Science in Collegiate Education.
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Digital Systems, Microprocessors & Computer Organization
Sec 1
8086 -Architecture-registers, RAM organization segment-offset addressing, real & protected modes, addressing modes, instructions – arithmetic, data movement, control, I/O string, logical. Subroutine call & return.Basic operational concepts – functional units.Combinational circuits – SOP & POS form, K-Map – encoders, Decoders, multiplexers, demultiplexers-sequential circuits-flipflops, registers & counters.Control unit organisation - Single bus and multibus organisation, Micro instruction, Microprogrammed and hardwired control, Microinstruction-program-sequencing, RISC &CISC (Features)Features of pentium processor.High performance computing – pipelining, basic conceps in parallel processing, Grid and cluster computing.I/O devices (keyboard, mouse, CRT/LCD/LED, Printers, scanners). I/O Interfacing – memory mapped & I/O Mapped I/O, Polling, interrupt driven I/O, DMA – controller. Serial communication – UART, RS 232, USB.Integer representation (signed & unsigned). Half and full address, sequential multiplier, Booth algorithm– floating point representation (IEEF).Memory – Hierarchi, organisation of RAM, types of RAM (SRAM, DRAM, SDRAM, DDRAM). Cache-operation, cashe mapping, multilevel organization of cache (LI/LII, Primary/secondary). Virtual memory page fault, TLB, segmentation – Multiple memory modules & interleaning.Number System (binary, hexa, octal, complements) codes (ASCII, UNICODE, BCD, GRAY), Error detecting and correcting code-parity and Hamming codes. Boolean algebra & Laws.Processor-8085-Architecture-instruction set, fetch & execute, addressing mode, interrupts.Secondary storage – Disk-CDROM/DVD.
Programming Languages
Sec 2
Access modifiers, static members, friend function constructors and destructors, polymorphism, operator overloading, inheritance, virtual base classes.C programming – Basic concepts, arrays, functions, pointers, structures, files.Java programming, brief history, java basics, data types, variables and arrays, operators, control statements, classes and methods, inheritance, exception handling – multi threading, stream I/O string handling packages. Inheritance and interface, deriving classes, method overriding, method overloading, access modifiers, abstract class and method, interfaces, packages imports and class path, exception handling try-catch-finally clause, threads, creating threads in applications, method in thread class, threads in applets. Java applets, windows, graphics and multimedia in Java, Java APIS, IO packages, Java input stream classes, Java output stream classes, file class, graphic and sound, AWT and swing, graphic methods, fonts, loading and viewing images, loading and playing sound, AWT & Event handling network programming, IP address & port numbers, URLs, client and server concept, port and socket, server socket, simple server and client program, java beans – properties and methods, event model, introspection, customisers and property editors, persistent storage. JDBC, RMI – Defining the remote interface, implemeting the remote interface, servelet overview – basic servelet architecture, servelet form processing, session management, database management, Javascript: Objects names literals and operators and expression statements, function,s events, windows documents forms.Object oriented programming – concepts, comparison with structural programming, classes and objects, data abstraction, encapsulation inheritence, polymorphism, dynamic binding, message passing, advantages – reusability, maintenance, security.
Salient Features of Indian Constitution
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Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.
Data Structures of Algorithms
Sec 4
Arrays – representation-address calculation, sparse matrix representation, polynominal and sparse polynominal representation.Back tracking: General method, sub of subsets, 8-queries problem.Basic concepts of NP hard and NP - problem.Data Structures – abstract data types – time and space complexity (O, Ώ, θ) – practical complexities. Recursive algorithms. Randomized algorithms.Divide & conquer – general method, quick sort, merge sort.Dynamic programming: General method, multistage graph, all pairs shortest path.Greedy method – general method, knapscale problem, tree vertex splitting.Linkied list – single, doubly, circular lists. Header and trailer nodes, basic operations on linked lists (insertion, deletion, merging, concentration, search), linked polynominal, sparse matrix representation using linked list.Non-linear data structures – tree-basic definition, binary tree- array and linked representation, tree traversal (recursive and nonrecursive) threaded binary tree, binary search tree, AVL trees, B-trees, Red-black trees, decision and game trees.Queue – array and linked implementation – circular array queue, priority queue.Representation of graphs – BFS & DFS algorithm Minimum cost - ____ free.Searching – binacy & sequential, sort, bubble, heap, insertion & selection.Stock-array and linked implementation. Application- evaluation and conversion of expressions.
Renaissance In Kerala
Sec 5
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etc.SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghesc Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etc.Introduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories, printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
Database Management Systems
Sec 6
Computer networks-Topology, Transmission models, categories of networks, transmission media (Twisted pair, coaxial cable, optical, satellite, cellular telephony, terrestrial microwave). OSI and TCP/IP modes.Data Link layer-Single bit & burst error, error detectiion, URC, LRC, CRC. Data compression – Hoffman code. Flow control and Error control, ethernet, CSMA/CD, TOKEN BUS.Database concepts, relational database-relational algebra, relational calcules (TRC & DRC) SQL – basic structure set operation, DDL, DML, embedded SQL, QBE.Database Design: ER Model, constraints & Keys, ER diagram. UML Relational database design – normal forms 1st to 5th , BCNF). Integrity and security domain constraints, referential integrity, assertions, triggers.File structures- indexing & hashing. Query optimization. Transaction management concurrency control, recovery systems and dead lock.Network fundamentals-LAN, MAN, WAN, Wireless networks. Data communication- channel capacity, features of transmission media (twisted pair, coaxial cables, fiber optic cables, wireless). Multiplexing, switching nanoband and broadband ISDN, ATM.Network layer – Reapeating, bridges, routers gateways. Logical addressing internet protocols, address mapping (IP Address), error IPU 4 & IPU 6 reporting and multicasting, delivery, forwarding and routing algorithm – distance vector Link state, dijlestra algorithm.Parallel & distributed databases, objected-oriented and object relational DBMS (basic ideas only).Physical layer – Digital data transmission, parallel and serial transmission, DTE-DCE, Modems-multiplexing FDM, TDM, WDM. Switching-packet, circuit, message/Transport layer: UDP, TCP & SCTP, congestion cotnrol and quality of service. Application layer- DNS, remote logging, file transfer, WWW & HTTP.
Operating Systems
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Concept of memory, address binding, logical address, physical address, swapping, contiguous allocation fixed partition variable partition fragmentation. Noncontiguous allocation, paging segmentation, virtual memory-demander paging. replacement algorithms, thrashing protection and security mechanisms, accidental data loss, protection mechanisms, user authentication, attack from inside, viruses, antiviruses.File management-concept, access methods, directory structure, file sharing, file system structure implementation, directory implementation allocation methods, free space managment.I/O managments, I/O hardware, application I/O interface kenrnel I/O subsystem DISK I/O, disk scheduling, swap space management RAID, disk cache.OS as a resource manager, structrue of OS shell, Kernel, utilities, resourse management routines, evlution of OS, multiprogramming, time sharing, real time systems, parallel systems, distributed systems, OS functions process disription and control, process control, process state, operation on process, concurrent process, threads, processes and threads, micro kernels, schedulers, scheduling algorithms, independent and concurrent processes, critical section, mutual exclution, Petersons solution, semaphore, classical synchronization concept of interprocess communications. Deadlock, starvation, conditions for deadlock, resource allocation problem, deadlock handling, prevention and avoidance, Bankers algorithm deadlock detection and recovery.System software – definition, components, operating system, language translator, loaders, linkers, interpreters, compilers, overview of compilation process, scanning, pausing, code optimization, software tools, library routines, text editors, program generators, debugging tools.
General Knowledge And Current Affairs
Sec 8
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Software Engineering
Sec 9
Introduction to software Engineering, software engineering paradigms, process models, product and process, software, characteristics of software, software development life cycles, generic view of process, waterfall model, prototyping, spiral model, timeboxing, RAD, interative model. Comparison of different life cycle models, software project management project estimation techniques, software requirements analysis and specification, characteristics of SRS, components of SRS,metrics, quality metrics planning of project, effort estimation, risk management teqniques, project scheduling, PERT, GANTT charts.Object oriented analysis and design, objects attributes and methods, encapsulation, information hiding, messages, inheritance, polymorphism, UML, UML diagram, use case, class diagrams, sequence diagram, collaboration diagrams, state chart diagrams, activity diagrams, component diagrams, deployment diagrams, common coding errors, code inspection, code standards, source code control, code verification static analysis, testing, test plan, test cases, testing techniques and strategies – white box testing, basic path testing, condition testing, control and dataflow testing course effect graphing, cyclimatic complexity, black box testing, equivalance class partitioning, boudnary value analysis, unit testing, integrating testing, verification and validation, system testing – load testing, performance, runtime, stress testing, recovery testing, acceptance testing.Problem partitioning, abstraction, modularity, coupling, coheison, top down, bottom up strategies structured design/structured analysis (SA/SD), DID components, ER diagrams, decersion trees, decision tables, structured English, transform analysis.Software configuration management, software quality assurance, quality management, TQM, agile programming, extreme programming, formal methods, CASE tools, sin sigma tools, CMMI, CMM levels.
Recent developments in Computer Science
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Recent developments in Computer Science
Research Methodology/Teaching Aptitude
Sec 11
Methods of research;Paper, article, workshop, seminar, conference and symposium;Research Ethics;Research: Meaning, Characteristics and types;Steps of research;Thesis writing: its characteristics and format.Evaluation systems.Factors affecting teaching;Learner's characteristics;Methods of teaching;Teaching aids;Teaching: Nature, objectives, characteristics and basic requirements;
Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Sec 12
Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
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Lecturer in Polymer Technology
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Polymer Characterization and Testing
Sec 1
Analysis of polymers using IR, XRD, thermal (DSC, DMTA, TGA, DMA), microscopic (optical and electronic) TEM, SEM, AFM, POM techniques.Mechanical-static and dynamic tensile, flexural, compressive, abrasion, endurance, fatigue, hardness, tear, resilience, impact, toughness. Conductivity-thermal and electrical, dielectric constant, dissipation factor, power factor, electric resistance, surface resistivity, volume resistivity, swelling, ageing resistance, environmental stress cracking resistance.Quality control tests on natural rubber and important synthetic rubbers. Specification tests on natural rubber latex.Testing to be carried out in products like tyres, tubes, beltings, hoses, dipped goods and foam rubber. Laminates, films, footwear and cables and wires.Viscometers, Rheometers, Plastimeters, testing for elastic properties, scorch cure rate, optimum cure time, MFI, density, dimensional measurements, gel time etc
Polymer Processing
Sec 2
Compression molding, transfer molding, injection molding, blow molding, reaction injection molding, extrusion, pultrusion, calendaring, rotational molding, thermoforming, rubber processing in two-roll mill, internal mixer.
Polymer Blends and Composites
Sec 3
Difference between blends and composites, their significance, choice of polymers for blending, blend miscibility-miscible and immiscible blends, thermodynamics, phase morphology, polymer alloys, polymer eutectics, plastic-plastic, rubber-plastic and rubber-rubber blends, FRP, particulate, long and short fibre reinforced composites
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 4
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali, Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories, printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Latex Technology
Sec 5
Latex properties and test methods for TSC, DRC, mechanical stability, chemical stability, KOH No., VFA No., sludge content, coagulum content, Comparison of natural and synthetic lattices, Colloid stability and destabilization of latex, Preparation of dispersions and emulsions. Latex spreading combining and doubling, Latex foam rubber: General principles of latex foam production. The Dunlop process, batch foaming and continuous foaming process, Talalay process Latex dipping Simple dipping, Coacervant dipping - Heat sensitized dipping, Electro deposition. Moulding and casting.
Polymeric Materials
Sec 6
Manufacture structure properties and applications of Natural and Synthetic Rubbers: NR, SBR, Polyisoprene, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Rubber, Polychloroprene, EPDM, Butyl, Hypalon, Silicones, Polyurethanes, Fluorocarbons, Ethylene Vinyl Acetate.Manufacture, properties and applications of different thermoplastic elastomers.Preparation and properties of PE, PP, PS, PVC, Polyester, Acrylic, Nylon, PC, PBT, PPO, ABS, PF, MF, UF, Epoxy, Unsaturated Polyester, Alkyds
Rubber Product and Manufacture
Sec 7
Manufacturing techniques of various tyres like two wheeler and car tyres, truck tyres, OTR, farm tyres, aircraft tyres, tyre related products like tubes, flaps, bladders, valves their design and manufacturing Reinforcement of elastomers by fillers. Factors influencing reinforcement and mechanism of reinforcement. Compounding and manufacture of cycle tyres and tubes, solid tyres, mechanical seals, sports goods, surgical products and miscellaneous moulded, extruded and calendered rubber products. Compounding techniques and manufacturing methods for the production of foot wears, conveyor and power transmission belts, hoses and tubing, rubber covered cables and wires, cellular rubber products and hard rubber products, tank, pipe and valve lining, shock absorbers and anti vibration mountings.
General Polymer Science
Sec 8
Monomers, functionality, degree of polymerizations, classification of polymers, glass transition, melting transition, criteria for rubberiness.Polymerization methods: addition and condensation; their kinetics, metallocene polymers and other newer techniques of polymerization, copolymerization, monomer reactivity ratios and its significance, kinetics, different copolymers, random, alternating, azeotropic copolymerization, block and graft copolymers, Solubility and swelling, concept of average molecular weight, determination of number average, weight average, viscosity average and Z-average molecular weights, polymer crystallinity.Techniques for copolymerization: - bulk, solution, suspension, emulsion.
Polymer Rheology
Sec 9
Polymer viscoelasticity, Flow of Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids, different flow equations, dependence of shear modulus on temperature, molecular/segmental deformations at different zones and transitions. Measurements of rheological parameters by capillary rotating, parallel plate, cone-plate rheometer. Viscoelasticity-creep and stress relaxations, mechanical models, control of rheological characteristics through compounding, rubber curing in parallel plate viscometer, ODR and MDR
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Director of Fisheries
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Assistant Director of Fisheries.
120m
20s
#kerala-psc#fisheries#degree-level#aquaculture#oceanography
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Fisheries Management
Sec 1
Advantages and limitations of present welfare and subsidy oriented extension systems- communication -skills – process- recent communication technologies.Demand analysis – production theory- analysis of costs- Market structure – market channels- market mix - price determination- fish pricing- competitions.Development of fisheries sector- five year plans- role of department of fisheries- agencies – various developmental schemes- achievements.Fisheries Acts and Legislations in India- Indian Fisheries Act, 1897- Merchant shipping Act,1958-Maritime Zones Act 1976; 1981- KMFR Act 1980-Biological Diversity Act, 2002 – Registration of fishing vessels- Deep sea fishing policy- guidelines- Chartering- Joint venturesFisheries policies- instrument and mechanisms for inland, coastal and open ocean fisheries management- input control measures - access control- duration of fishing- fishing effort control- Trawl ban- ban on destructive fishing methods.Human Resource Management- staff, training and development, motivation, maintenance- recruitment, selection, socialization, performance appraisal, promotion, transfer, demotion, separation, compensation.Management process (planning, organising, staffing, leading and controlling.Marine fisheries - challenges of multi-gear fisheries- open access, regulated fisheries. Monitoring, Control and Surveillance system.Marine Protected Areas, Sanctuaries – Bio-reserves. Establishment of National marine parks, in situ and ex situ conservation. FADs- Coral reef conservation.Output control measures- total allowable catch- catch quotas- licensing. Closed fishing areas- closed seasons- mesh size regulation-- minimum legal size- TED- BRD- limited entry.Principles, concepts, and practices of fisheries extension systems and approaches - extension approaches practiced by Department of Fisheries, KVKs, Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA), NGOs, FAO, Bay of Bengal Programme (BOBP-IGO), FFDA, BFFDA, ADAK- Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in fisheries extension.Protection and restoration of fish stock- ranching – exotic introduction – endangered species- IUCN red list-Status of fisheries exploitation- catch trends- marine and inland fish production trends in Kerala- development of aquaculture fish production in KeralaUNCLOS, FAO Code Of Conduct For Responsible Fisheries- EBFM. - Community participation in fishery resource management- Co-management in fisheries- IUU fishing- Certification of fisheries
Fishery Biology
Sec 2
Age and growth – methods-.Dimensions of growth. Length-weight relationships.Census of marine life- Online repository- web based databases - Fish base- sealifebase- worms- ItisConcepts of fish stock, population - Macro and micro analytical models -Von Bertalanffy’s growth equation- Growth and mortality parameters- estimation Stock- cohort- recruitment.Gear selectivity.Life history traits - Food and feeding habits – Feeding types- trophic levels- feeding adaptations- methods of study – gut content analyses- food indices.Migration reasons and methods. Physiology of migration and behaviour,.Type of schools and their characteristics- fish behavior.Modern taxonomical tools – Electrophoretic methods-. Karyotyping. Molecular markers - Mitochondrial DNA and nuclear genes- DNA Barcoding- Bioinformatic tools- softwares.Nutritional and digestive physiology- Endocrine control of growth.Overfishing- fisheries management strategies- Multispecies fisheries management- Ecosystem based fisheries management- Ecopath- Ecosim.Principles of taxonomy- Type concept- Binomial nomenclature- Classical taxonomy – morphometrics – meristics- Identification and classification of fin fish, crustaceans, molluscs, aquatic algae and sea weeds of commercial and aquacultural importance- - dichotomous keys.Reproduction and development in fishes, crustaceans and molluscs of commercially important species-Sex differentiation in fishes - Reproductive strategies in fishes Maturation and spawning, spermatogenesis, oogenesis, yolk formation, Embryo genesis -life history stages- relative condition factor, size at first maturity- fecundity – ova diameter studies. role of endocrine system in reproduction- basis of heredity-Respiratory pigments, gas exchange concept, osmoregulation.Surplus model- MSY- Swept area method- Box model – Stochastic model.Yield per recruit on analysis –Thompson and Bell analysis.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > Salient Features of Indian Constitution
Sec 3
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.
Aquaculture
Sec 4
Aquaculture – definition. Objectives, history and scope. Present global and national scenario.Aquaculture for rural development.Aquaculture in ponds, pens enclosures, cages, running water, recirculatory system.Aquarium plants and their propagation.Bacterial, fungal, viral, protozoan and nutritional diseases.Bio engineering problems and solutions.Bioremediation in aquaculture systems.Brood stock development and hatchery seed production of commercially important freshwater, brackish water and marine fin fish and shellfish species.Classification of aquaculture system – extensive, semi intensive, super intensive, monoculture, poly culture, composite fish culture, mixed farming, mono sex culture.Commercially important fresh water, brackish water and marine finfish and shell fish species and their aquaculture practices in India.Cryopreservation.Culture of cat fish, air breathing fish, cold water species and larvivorous species.Diagnosis of bacterial, fungal, viral and parasitic diseases.Different designs of open sea farming.Feed formulation and evaluation – feeding techniques and devices.Feed ingredients.Fresh water pearl culture.Genome manipulation in aquaculture.Integrated aquaculture farming practices in India – history and scope.Introduction to fin fish and shellfish diseases, pathology and parasitology.Live feed culture.Location, design and construction of carp hatchery, tout hatchery, freshwater prawn hatchery, brackish water and marine finfish and shell fish hatchery.Nutritional bioenergetics.Nutritional requirement of commercially important fin fish and shell fish - major and minor nutrients.Organic aquaculture.Ornamental fish culture – Major groups of freshwater and marine fishes and other groups of organisms and their propagation.Pre stocking and post stocking managements.Production of mono sex population, sex reversal.Prophylactic and control measures.Pumps and aerators – classification of pumps – types of aerators, compressors and blowers.Recombinent DNA technology.Seaweed culture.Selection of sites for aquaculture practices – general considerations – Design and construction of aqua farms – components of fresh water, brackish water fin fish and shell fish farms.Selection of sites, selection of materials for open sea farming.Selective breeding programme – Hybridisation.Sewage fed fish culture.Traditional fish and shrimp farming practices in India.Transgeneic fish.
Fishing Method
Sec 5
Capture fishery -riverine, lacustrine- estuarine fisheries in India.Chartered and joint ventures. Policies.Deep sea fishery resources- deep sea fishing- Exploratory fishery surveys.Different propulsion system – outboard motors –inboard/outboard engines.Electronic equipment used in fishing- echosounder- sonar- net sonde- trawl eye- Navigation – charts- GPS- radio equipment- Deck equipment.Fisheries potential of EEZ and present level of exploitation.Fishing boats- types of boats used in India. Construction of fishing boats- principal measurements and coefficients of form – Line plan -offset table - mould lofting.Fishing gears - natural and synthetic materials -numbering systems- Classification of gears- types of gears in India- Trawl- Seines- Ring seines- Purse seines- Gill nets.Floats and sinkers-Hooks- baits.Gear operations.Inland capture fisheries in Kerala - major inland water bodies – fin fishes and shell fishes of commercial importance- inland craft and gear- fishing methods- fish production statistics.Maintenance of engines and boats.Major inland capture fishery resources of India.Marine Engines – 2 stroke and 4 stroke engine – petrol and diesel engine – various parts of engine and their functioning.Marine fisheries of Kerala - major fishing grounds- pelagic –midwater- demersal fishery- fishery resources- craft and gear- fishing methods- fish production statistics- contribution by traditional, motorized and mechanized sectors -mud bank fisheries – upwelling- monsoon fishery.Marine fishery resources of India.Principles of fishing gear designs.Problems and prospects in inland capture fisheries of Kerala.Tuna resources of the EEZ of India- fishing methods- status of exploitation.
Oceanography
Sec 6
Coastal Zones and Coastal Zone management.Ekman transport– El-Nino and La-Nina.Estuaries and their classificationsGeneral circulation of the atmosphere – trade winds – wind-driven and thermohaline circulation - major currents of the world oceans – seasonal currents in the Indian ocean - upwelling and sinking.General introduction –world ocean – origin - dimension of oceans –development of ocean knowledge from early voyages - geographical features - physical and chemical properties of sea water (temperature, salinity, density, light and sound - distribution of temperature, salinity, density and oxygen in space and time.Heat budget of ocean - insolation – long wave radiation - Bowen’s ratio.Marine resources– Marine Hazards – Sea level rise and shoreline variability- Human impacts on the oceansOcean mixed layer and thermocline - dissolved and particulate organic matter in the seaThe sea as a biological environment – Classification of marine environment - Introduction to marine life - primary and secondary producers, Evolution and food websWater masses: formation and classification - T-S diagram - water masses of the world ocean
Fish Processing technology, Quality Control and Fish Marketing
Sec 7
Curing, Freezing, Canning, Irradiation, Fish by-products and Value added products, Food additives and Sea food toxins.Domestic and Export market, Sea food trade, Green certification, MPEDA, HACCP, EIA Regulations, EU Regulations, USFDA, EEC, GMP, ISO, BIS, Codex Alimentarius commission, TQM Concept.Hedonic scale, Scoring method.Proteins – Structure – Types – Amino acids. Lipids and Fatty acids, Carbohydrates Vitamins and Minerals.Rigor mortis, Glycolysis, Lactic acid formation, ATP, Hypoxanthine, Come-up-time, Thermal death time, K-value, Z-value, F-value, Cold point, Autolysis, Belly burst, Rancidification, Aldehydes, Ketones, Hydroperoxides, Total volatile base nitrogen (TVBN), Non protein nitrogen (NPN), Alpha amino nitrogen (AAN), Free fatty acids (FFA), Thiobarbituric acid value (TBA), Peroxide value (PV), Microbial spoilage, Enzymatic and Organoleptic spoilages in fishes.
Ecology and Pollution
Sec 8
Environmental pollution – types, causes and consequences, concept of waste – types and sources of solid waste, e-waste, liquid waste and sewages, bioremediation, bioremediation for cleaning environment, phytoremediation, bio-filters, bio-films, Natural and man-made sources of radioactive pollution, radioisotopes of ecological importance, toxicity of heavy metals, Bioaccumulation and biomagnification, bio indicators, LC 50, Xenebiotics, teratology, Wetlands and its importance, Ramsar sites, industrial pollution of water bodies, coastal pollution, overexploitation of coastal zone, sand mining and its impacts, surface run-off, wetland reclamation causes and consequences, remote sensing, GPS and its application, EIA and its tools and technology, Climate change and its impacts, mitigation and adaptation, role of UNFCC and IPCC, restoration ecology – need and policies, ecological foot print, carbon foot – print, carbon credit, eco-taxes, Ecotone and edge effect, habitat fragmentation and destruction, depletion of biodiversity in aquatic systems, alpha, beta, and gamma diversity, Species Diversity indices, guild, niche, food web and food chain, energy flow, intellectual property rights, copy rights, designs, patents, trade marks, geographical indications, bio-piracy, carrying capacity assessment, water budgeting, biosphere reserves, mangroves, derelict water bodies – problems and management.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS
Sec 9
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Towards A New Society
Sec 10
Introduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Literary Figures
Sec 11
Kodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and others
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Efforts To Reform The Society > (B) Struggles and Social Revolts
Sec 12
Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Role Of Press In Renaissance
Sec 13
Malayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etc
Instrumentation and Biological techniques
Sec 14
Microscopy, Chromatography, Electrophoresis, Colorimetry and spectroscopy, Centrifugation, Biological and histological techniques – microtome techniques, fixation and staining, Histochemistry of macromolecules – detection of carbohydrate, proteins and lipids, Micrometry.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Awakening Through Literature
Sec 15
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etc
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Women And Social Change
Sec 16
Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Efforts To Reform The Society > (A) Socio-Religious reform Movements
Sec 17
SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Sec 18
Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala > RENAISSANCE IN KERALA > Leaders Of Renaissance
Sec 19
Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and others
Biostatistics
Sec 20
Types of sampling, Data collection – analysis and data representation, Measures of central tendency – measures of dispersion, Standard deviation, Correlation, Regression, Graphic methods, Probit analysis, tests of significance, Analysis of variance, Probability – statistical softwares
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Environmental Officer
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Assistant Environmental Officer in the Environment & Climate Change Department.
120m
12s
#kerala-psc#environmental-science#climate-change#degree-level
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Module 8 Abatement of Environmental Impairment
Sec 1
Air Pollution Control Strategies: Automotive and industrial emission control, green house gases emission control.Bioremediation: Current practices – bio-stimulation and bio-augmentation - microbes involved in bioremediation – bacteria and fungi; in situ and ex situ bioremediation; bioreactors; solid - state bioreactors - composting – different strategies; anaerobic digestion of waste; bioremediation in marine and estuarine systems, phytoremediation: approaches and types, factors influencing phytoremediation - advantages and disadvantages; application of genetic engineering in bioremediation; future trend for bioremediation – nanotechnologies.Green Technologies: green buildings, green chemistry, zero effluent and zero emission technologies, social forestry, sanctuaries and protected areas, 3R in environmental protection, carbon sequestration, biofulel.Solid and Liquid Waste Management: Physico – chemical and biological processes for waste water treatment.
Salient Features of Indian Constitution
Sec 2
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.
Module 2 Physical Processes in the Environment
Sec 3
Atmospheric Boundary Layer – Depth, structure, diurnal variations and their significance in pollutant dispersion; Meteorological factors affecting air pollutants – diffusion, turbulence and transportation, plume rise and stability conditions. – Wind Roses.Atmospheric Pollution – Natural and anthropogenic sources of pollution - Primary and secondary pollutants; Effects of pollutants on human beings, plants, animals, materials and climate; Acid rain, Ambient air quality standards; Noise pollution and human health.Clouds and Precipitation - Cloud formation and classification - Aerosols, condensation and ice nuclei, droplet growth – curvature and solute effects, water vapour diffusion, precipitation mechanisms; Weather modification.General Circulation of Oceans – Winds and surface circulation, Ocean Gyres, causes of ocean currents - Characteristics of convergence, divergence, upwelling & sinking of ocean waters, Ekman spiral and Ekman transport; Deep-sea circulation - Vertical structure of oceans - Salinity, temperature and density variations - Bottom water formation and Thermohaline conveyor belt.Groundwater Quality – Physical, biological and chemical properties; Groundwater exploitation and management - Safe yield, cone of depression and artificial recharge; Ground water pollution and salinity intrusion – Ghyben–Herzberg relationship.Hydrology – Global water balance, Hydrological cycle - Inter-relationship of surface, groundwater and stream-flow; Stream hydrograph - Factors influencing surface water - Influence of geology on groundwater – porosity, specific retention and specific yield.Properties and Structure of the Earth – Crust, mantle, core, earth’s magnetic field; Recycling of the Lithosphere – The rock cycle, weathering and erosion, sedimentation, metamorphism. Rock types – Igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks; Soil formation - Concept of plate tectonics and continental drift. Geological time-scales; Geological Hazards - Floods, Landslides, Earthquakes, Volcanism, Avalanche.State & Structure of Atmosphere and Atmospheric Circulation – Pressure, temperature, humidity, precipitation, radiation and wind - Vertical thermal structure of the atmosphere. Mean heat balance of the earth-atmosphere system, General circulation of the atmosphere and Indian Monsoons. Tropical Cyclones, Anticyclones and Local winds.Sun-Earth System – Kepler’s laws of Planetary motion; Seasons, Solar radiation – Radiation laws; Global distribution of solar radiation, effect of atmosphere on solar radiation – Scattering, Absorption and Reflection, Earth’s albedo, Terrestrial Radiation, Greenhouse Effect, Global Warming.Thermodynamics, Atmospheric Stability – Composition of dry air and atmospheric water vapour content; Potential temperature, virtual temperature, isothermal and adiabatic processes, dry and saturated adiabatic lapse rates. Stable, unstable and neutral equilibria; Inversions.Weather and Climate – Climatic zones, continental & maritime climates; Climate change and variability – Natural changes and anthropogenic causes of climate change, Climate feedbacks – Ice-albedo, cloud - albedo and CO2 feedbacks; Present day Climate variability – El Nino and ENSO events.
RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 4
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
Module 5 Natural Resources and their Sustainable and Optimal Utilization
Sec 5
Biodiversity : Threats to biodiversity : Endangered, endemic species and threatened species; IUCN threatened species of plants and animals; Red data book; Biodiversity conservation, Biopiracy.Energy Resources: Conventional energy sources; Bioenergy; Nuclear energy; Solar energy; Wind energy; Geothermal energy, Wave & Tidal power; Alternative fuels: Natural Gas and Hydrogen.Forest Resource : over view of major forest types in India with special reference to kerala – their characteristics; Social forestry; ecorestoration; Agroforestry – types and management; Role of forests in carbon sequestrationNatural Resources : concept and major types of natural resources.Soil and Mineral Resources : overview of major soil types and mineral deposits in India with special reference to Kerala.Water Resource : water resource types – surface water, ground water; water availability and uses, freshwater shortages, impact of climate change on freshwater resources, Management and conservation of water resources; Water harvesting and recycling; Watershed management.
Module 3 Chemical Processes in the Environment
Sec 6
Chemistry of Atmosphere - Definition and importance of atmosphere, chemical composition of unpolluted air at sea level, thermal stratification of the atmosphere and chemical speciation in its different layers, chemical and photochemical reaction in the atmosphere, reactions of atmospheric nitrogen, oxygen, ozone and water, role of CO2 in the atmosphere.Chemistry of Geosphere and Soil - Chemistry of geosphere, nature of solids in the geosphere, kinds of minerals and rocks, their properties, rock cycle, stages of weathering, physical, chemical and biological aspects of weathering, sediments, clays, ground water in the geosphere; Chemistry of soil: soil formation, soil horizon and soil profile, composition and physiochemical properties of soil; water, air, organic and inorganic components of soil, ion-exchange and acid-base reactions in soil, micro and macronutrients in soil.Chemistry of Hydrosphere and Water Pollutants - Definition of hydrosphere, importance of water, distribution of water in earth, Hydrological cycle, Characteristics of natural waters and process that affect their composition, unique properties of water and their environmental significance, solubility of gases in water, Henry’s law, Acid-base, redox and complexation reactions in water.Environmental Chemical Analysis - Analysis of Air: Air sampling techniques and analytical methods for monitoring SO2, NOX, CO, H2S and suspended particulate matter (SPM), analysis of soil, water and wastewater - sampling, preservation, storage, pretreatment and analytical methods - color, turbidity, electrical conductivity, acidity, alkalinity, hardness, DO, BOD, COD, pH, redox potential, chloride, fluoride, nitrite, nitrate, ammonia, phosphate and metals; Analysis of Soil - Sampling and storage, pretreatment, extraction of organic contaminants, extraction of available ions, dissolution technique for the determination of total metal concentration in soil, determination of pH, cation exchange capacity (CEC), total and available metal ions, life cycle assessment.Instrumentation in Environmental Chemistry - titrimetry, gravimetry, colorimetry, spectrophotometry, fluorimetry, nephelemetry and turbidimetry, flame photometry, atomic absorption spectrophotometry, X-ray fluorescence and X-ray diffraction, potentiometry, gas solid chromatography(GSC), gas liquid chromatography (GLC), high pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC), electrophoresis.
Module 1 Fundamentals of Environmental Science
Sec 7
Concept of environment and environmental health – multidisciplinary nature of environmental science - ecosystem structure, dynamics of communities, ecological interactions and population regulation, energy in ecological systems, concept of development and inclusiveness of environment in development, biodiversity as index of environmental health, ecosystem health and concepts in eco-toxicology, environmental economics and sustainable development, habitat degradation and ecosystems, remote sensing and GIS in environmental management, climate change and global warming, International environmental movement, environmental concerns in India, environmental policies and programmes in India, Environmental history of India, Environmental issues in India and Kerala; Environmental education and ethics.
Module 7 Environmental Impact Assessment and Policies
Sec 8
EIA in India: overview, current procedures, practices and guidelines; EIA of water resource projects, industries, mining and quarrying, highway construction, tourism developments.Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA): Definition, purpose and characteristics of EIA; global evolution of EIA; participants in EIA process, stages of EIA, types of EIA. Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and Environmental Management Plan (EMP); methods of impact identification; impact prediction; impact evaluation (assessment) and impact mitigation - air, water, noise, vegetation and wildlife environment with case studies.Environmental Laws : National and International - global warming, ozone depletion, acid rains, hazardous wastes, biodiversity.Environmental Management : systems and approaches, standards – international and national; Intellectual Property Rights; labeling environment friendly products (ecomark), Environmental Management Systems (EMS) - ISO 14000.National Environmental Policy and Regulatory Frame Work : Rules and regulations of Central and State Government and Pollution Control Boards for Environmental Protection; International and National Conservation agencies.
Module 4 Biological Processes in the Environment
Sec 9
Environmental Biology - ecosphere and biosphere; Biomes and habitats – terrestrial, freshwater and marine; flora and fauna; biological diversity; ecological factors and variables; ecosystem dynamics – food chain, food web, ecological pyramids, ecological energetics, ecological succession and climax community; biological interactions : inter-specific and intra-specific; population regulation; carrying capacity; limiting factors – laws of minimum and tolerance.Microorganisms Interaction and Microbial Ecology -Foundations of microbial ecology and microbial interactions – mutualism, cooperation, commensalisms, predation, parasitism, amensalism, competition, symbiosis in complex systems; Influence of environmental factors on growth – solute and water activity, pH, temperature, oxygen concentration, pressure, radiation; Microbial growth in natural environment – growth limitation by environmental factors, counting viable but non – cultivable cells, quorum sensing, and microbial populations; Nutrient cycling interactions – carbon cycle, sulphur cycle, nitrogen cycle, manganese cycle, microorganisms and metal toxicity; Microenvironment and niche, biofilm and microbial mats, microorganisms and ecosystems, microorganism movement between ecosystems; Methods in microbial ecology – Examination of microbial communities as complex assemblages – number, type, microbial community structure, and constituents; Stress and viability of microorganisms; Microbial activity and turn over, recovery or addition of individual microbes; General perspectives on microbial communities in aquatic environment, terrestrial systems, plants and animals.
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS
Sec 10
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Module 6 Impairment of the Environment through Anthropogenic Activities
Sec 11
Impairment of Atmosphere - Particles in the atmosphere: Chemical process for formation of organic and inorganic particulate matter, composition of organic and inorganic particles, reactions involving particles in the atmosphere; Gaseous inorganic air pollutant: sources and chemical reactions of CO, NH3, SOX, NOX, fluorine, chlorine and their gaseous compounds and reduced sulphur gases (H2S, CS2 and COS); Organic Air Pollutants: source and reactions of pollutant hydrocarbons, aldehydes, ketones, organohalogen, organosulphur and organonitrogen compounds; Anthropogenic Changes in the Atmosphere: acid rain, greenhouse effect and global warming, ozone layer depletion, photochemical smog.Impairment of Geosphere: NPK in soil, synthetic fertilizers (N, P and K), pesticides, heavy metals and wastes as soil pollutants, effect of mining and mineral extraction; effect of waste disposal in geosphere.Impairment of Hydrosphere: nature and types of water pollutants, point and non-point sources; elemental pollutants: heavy metals (Hg, Cd, Pb and Cr) and metalloids (As); inorganic species: algal nutrients and eutrophication - acidity, alkalinity and salinity, oxygen demanding materials, concept of BOD and COD, organic pollutants, pesticides and PCB’s and radionuclides.
Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Sec 12
Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Overseer
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Overseer in Kerala State Cashew Development Corporation Limited. This exam covers topics in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, and Renaissance in Kerala.
120m
9s
#kerala-psc#civil-engineering#electrical-engineering#diploma-level#engineering
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Module - VII
Sec 1
A.C fundamentalsAbsolute and relative permittivity of a medium, Dielectric constantAC bridgesCapacitorElectromagnetic inductionMagnetismNetwork TheoremsPhasor AlgebraPhasor representation of alternating quantities
Module - VIII
Sec 2
A.C. 3 phase circuitsA.C. Generators and Motors, Measuring Instruments & Utilization.Effect of temperature on ResistanceElectric current, Potential difference, Power, EMF, Resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, Electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.Lead Acid Cell, DC Generators and MotorsPower Plants
MODULE–III
Sec 3
Beams and bendingCentre of GravityForces and MomentsFrictionMoment of inertiaSimple stresses and strainsTorsion of circular shafts
Module - IV
Sec 4
CarpentryIC EnginesMeasuring Instruments, GaugesProperties, testing and inspection of materialsThe importance of power plants
Module – I
Sec 5
Compass surveyIntroduction to surveyingLevelling
MODULE-II
Sec 6
Damp proof coursesArchesCeilingDoors and WindowsFlooringFoundationsLintels and sunshadesRoofVertical TransportationForm workMasonryPlastering and PointingPre stressed concreteRequirements of good floor finishScaffolding, Shoring and Under pinningStairs and staircasesStructural building materials
Module – VI
Sec 7
Eco systemsEnvironmental hazards& DisastersEnvironmental pollutionPrinciples of managementRenewable and Non Renewable ResourcessalesStores managementThe principles of good wage payment system
General Knowledge
Sec 8
Facts about IndiaFacts about KeralaBlessed Kuriakose Elias ChavaraAyya VaikundarAyyankaliBhattathirippadBrahmananda Swami SivayogiChattampi SwamiDr. PalpuKumaranasanMannathu PadmanabhanPandit KaruppanPoikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru)Sree Narayana GuruThycaud AyyaVagbhatanandaVakkom Moulavi
Module - V
Sec 9
Flow through Orifices, Notches, Pipes and NozzlesFluid pressure at a pointImportance of HydraulicsImpulse turbinesKinematics and dynamics of flowReaction turbinesReciprocating pump
Technical
100 Marks
Chemist (Cattle Feed Plant)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Chemist (Cattle Feed Plant) in the Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Limited.
90m
9s
#kerala-psc#chemist#cattle-feed-plant#animal-nutrition#laboratory
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Ruminant digestion
Sec 1
Abomasal and intestinal motility.Features of digestion in ruminants – ingestion, prehension, mastication, deglutition, rumination, defecation, vomition.Fermentative and microbial digestion of carbohydrates, protein, and fat;Functions of stomach, intestine, pancreas; bile secretion; Hunger, appetite control, retching, drinking, belching and eructation.luminous and membranous digestion in rumen and intestine;Modification of toxic substances in rumen.Permeability characteristics of intestine, forces governing absorption, intestinal transport of electrolyte and water.Ruminal bacteria, protozoa and fungi;Ruminant digestion : factors favoring fermentation, functional anatomy of ruminant stomach, developmental aspects of ruminants stomach;Salivary glands: classification according to location and type of secretion, quantity of salivary secretion, composition of saliva, functions of salivary secretion and regulation of secretion.
Good laboratory practices
Sec 2
Accreditation of labs- NABL.Certification of labs- agencies involved and benefits.Error in chemical analysis Accuracy and precision.GMP certificationISO, Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).Methods of expressing precision: mean, median, deviation, average deviation and coefficient of variation.Specimen collection and processing, establishment of reference values.
Basics in analytical chemistry
Sec 3
Adsorption and partition chromatography.Buffer solutions.Calibration of pipette, standard measuring flask and burette.Chemical methods of purification and test of purity.Column chromatography: adsorbents, classification of adsorbents, solvents, preparation of column, adsorption and applications.Concentration systems- Molarity, molality, normality, osmolarity, % w/w, %w/v, ppm, ppb, milliequivalent and millimoles.Experimental techniques of distillation, fractional distillation, distillation under reduced pressure.Extraction, use of immiscible solvents, solvent extraction.Gas Chromatography, principle, detector (FID, TCD, ECD), Applications.Heating methods, stirring methods, filtration techniques.Henderson equation.Ion exchange chromatography, resins used, experimental techniques, applications.Normal error curve and its importance.Paper chromatography, solvent used, Rf value, factors which affect Rf value.pH of strong and weak acid solutions.Preparation of acidic and basic buffers.Preparation of standard solutions, standardization of solutions.Principles of colorimetry, spectrophotometry, fluorimetry, turbidimetry, electrophoresis, spectrometry and chromatography.Relative strength of acids and bases from Ka and Kb values.Requirements for titrimetric analysis.Safety and hygiene in the Chemistry Lab- Storage and handling of chemicals, handling of acids, toxic and poisonous chemicals, antidotes, first aid procedure.Theory of indicators, choice of indicators.Thin Layer Chromatography: choice of adsorbent, choice of solvent, preparation of chromatogram, sample, Rf value and its applications.Types of titrations.Weighing principle in chemical balance and single pan balance.
Recent trends in cattle feeding
Sec 4
Area specific minerals.Concept of by-pass nutrients and their impact on production, reproduction and immune status.Concept of complete feed.Concept of phase feeding and challenge feeding.Critical vitamins and minerals for ruminants, chelates and chelated minerals.Importance of CLA, omega fatty acids.Limiting nutrients and strategic feeding of high yielding ruminants.Nutrition in relation to disease and stress – Metabolic disorders and production diseases in farm animals.Precision feeding.Prevention of metabolic disordersRation Balancing Programmes.Total Mixed Ration - advantages and Limitations.
Feed quality analysis
Sec 5
Atomic absorption spectrometry in mineral estimation.Detection of adulterants in animal feed - urea, sand, silica, salt.Determination of bioavailability of minerals.Enzymatic methods of feed analysisEstimating toxic principles in feeds - Estimation of various protease inhibitors; phenolic compounds and mycotoxins in various feeds and feedstuffs.Estimation of acid insoluble ash.Estimation of gross energy - Bomb calorimeter.Estimation of macro and micro minerals.Estimation of moisture by hot air oven and toluene distillation method, Muffle furnace, Kjeldahl apparatus, Soxhlet apparatus, advantages and limitations of proximate system of analysis.Estimation of vitamin A and EFeed microscopy- its application in quality control lab.Harmful natural constituents and common adulterants of feeds and fodders.Nitrates, HCN, oxalates, glucosinolates, insecticide and pesticide residues, saponins, gossypol, mimosine and heavy metals.Preparation and processing of samples for chemical analysis.Principles of vitamin estimation.Proximate system of feed analysis- moisture, total ash, crude protein, ether extract, crude fibre and nitrogen free extract.Sampling of feed ingredients and finished feeds.Spot/platform test in feed analysis lab.Tests for rancidity- estimation of free fatty acid and peroxide value in feeds.Van Soest fibre fractionation - neutral detergent fibre and acid detergent fibre.
Feed industry
Sec 6
Automated feed mill.Codex alimentarius, HACCPCrumbling, Flaking, Popping, Extrusion.Current status of Indian feed industry, Role of CLFMA in Indian feed industry.Demand and availability of feed.Formulation of concentrate mixtures, premixes and rations using computer.Handling of plant equipment, Organizational charts for small, medium and large feed plants.Importance of feed technology in relation to animal productivity.Introduction to the formula feed manufacturing including principles of material handling, grinding, mixing, pelleting and other major processing operations.Laws and regulations of feed manufacturing industry.Merits and demerits of automated feed plant.Principles and processing of roughages, their merits and demeritsProblems of feed manufacturing units and control measures.Quarantine measures.Various feed mill equipments.
Principles of animal nutrition
Sec 7
Common feeds and fodders, their classification, availability and importance for livestock production.Composition of animal body and plants.Feed additives in the rations of livestock.Importance of minerals (major and trace elements) and vitamins in health and production, their requirements and supplementation in feed.Importance of nutrients in animal production and health.Measures of food energy and their applications - gross energy, digestible energy, metabolisable energy, net energy, total digestible nutrients, starch equivalent, food units, physiological fuel value.Nutritional terms and their definitions.Preparation, storage and conservation of livestock feed through silage and hay and their uses in livestock feeding.Protein evaluation of feeds - Measures of protein quality in ruminants, protein equivalent, digestible crude protein, nutritive ratioVarious physical, chemical and biological methods of feed processing for improving the nutritive value of inferior quality roughages.
Feeding standards and nutrient requirements
Sec 8
Feeding standards - history and classification - Comparative type, Production type and Digestible nutrient type, usefulness and limitations of feeding standards, merits and demerits of various feeding standards.New protein systems –merits and demeritsNRC standards, ARC Standards and Indian standards.Recommended dietary allowances and nutrient requirements, Nutrient requirements for calves, heifers, dry, pregnant and lactating cows, buffaloes, sheep and goat.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 9
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyikoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in Food Science
This is a recruitment by the Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Lecturer in Food Science in the Collegiate Education Department.
120m
12s
#kerala-psc#food-science#lecturer#collegiate-education#degree-level
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SALIENT FEATURES OF INDIAN CONSTITUTION
Sec 1
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre- State Relations- Legislative- Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive- Legislature- Judiciary- Both at Union and State Level- Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights- Directive Principles of State Policy- Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles- Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution- Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.
APPROXIMATE COMPOSITION OF FOODS
Sec 2
Carbohydrates: Classification, structure, properties, dietary properties. fibre, Browning and its preventionFats & Oils: Classification, Chemical structure, Properties, Rancidity, Extraction, Refining, HydrogenationProteins: Structure, Classification of amino acids, propertiesVitamins & Minerals: Chemistry, classification, functions, sources, requirements, deficiency.Water: Importance, distribution in body, Chemical & Physical properties, Functions
CEREALS, PULSES, NUTS AND OIL SEEDS
Sec 3
Cereals: Structure, composition, Nutritive value, processingNuts & Oil seeds: Composition, processing. Uses of oilseed mealPulses: Composition, anti nutritional factors, germination, millingRice, Baking qualities, Manufacture of leavened products, Rice products. Milling, parboiling ofTextured vegetable protein, Protein isolates
FRUITS & VEGETABLES AND PLANTATION PRODUCTS
Sec 4
Coffee, Tea, Cocoa: composition, brief manufacturing of coffee, tea, cocoaFermented and unfermented beveragesFruits & Vegetables: Composition, classification, pigments, nutritive value, changes during processingSpices – classification, composition, processing of major spices, spice oils, oleoresins
FOOD SAFETY AND FOOD LAWS
Sec 5
Concept of food safety, food adulteration, food additivesFood laws & regulations – National, international, governing bodies, ISO, HACCP
RECENT TRENDS
Sec 6
Controlled atmospheric storage, pulsed electric field, microwave heating, Active packaging, modified and functional foods, nutraceuticals, GM foods, high hydrostatic pressure, oscillating magnetic field,Probiotics, Prebiotics, Fortification, Hurdle technology
RENAISSANCE IN KERALA TOWARDS A NEW SOCIETY
Sec 7
EFFORTS TO REFORM THE SOCIETYIntroduction to English education- various missionary organizations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories, printing press etc.Dr. Palpu, Kumara Guru (Poikayil Yohannan), Vagbhatananda, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Palakkunnu Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P, Pappadampil John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkam Abdul Moulavi, T K Khader Moulavi, Barrister G P Pillai, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chavara, Makthi Thangal, P K Kesava Menon, C Krishnan, Murkoth Kumaran, Madhavan A, Athani Gopal, Dr. C V Kunhiraman, Kurur Neelakandan Namboothirippad, Velukkutty Arayan, P K Vellon, K Kelappan, P Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, R T Krishnaswamy Iyer, C Kesavan Master, Swami Ananda Theerthan, C M Joseph, Kuttipuzha Krishna Pillai and others.Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyankali, Ayya Vaikundar, Chattampi Swamikal.Library, Purogamana Sahitya Pramanam, Nataka Pramanam, Novel, Drama, Poetry, movement etc.Kodungalloor Kunjikkuttan Thampuran, Kerala Varma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, C Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thazhakkazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varkey, K S Pattathottu and others.Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Samatva Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Vala Samudaya Parishkarana Sabha, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham.SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaikunda Swamikal, Brahmananda Swamy Sivayogi, Vagbhatananda, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Dr. Palpu, Thycaud Ayya, Ayyankali, Chattampi Swamikal.Malayala Manorama, Malayali, Swadesabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarasi, Kesari, Aisay, Prabhatham, Bhashaposhini, Mathrubhumi, Yukthivadi, etcParvathi Nenminimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu. Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antherjanam and others.Channar agitation, Vaikom Satyagraha, Guruvayoor Satyagraha, Paliyam. Upper cloth revolts.Kuttamkulam. Satyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act, SatyagrahaMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Malayali Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.
MEAT, FISH, EGG, MILK
Sec 8
Eggs: Structure, composition, nutritive value, grading, changes during storage, egg qualityFish and meat byproductsMeat & Fish: Structure of muscle, nutritive value, factors affecting. during cooking, tenderizing, postmortem changes.Milk & Milk products: Processing of milk, ghee, butter, cheese, yoghurt, ice creamTypes, composition, nutritive value and preservation techniques
FOOD PRESERVATION, SPOILAGE AND HYGIENE
Sec 9
Food spoilage: Factors responsible for spoilage, Sources of contamination, factors affecting and kinds of micro organisms in food. Chemical changes due to spoilage.Hygiene: General principle, personnel hygiene, food handling habitsPreservation methods: High temperature, Low temperature, chemical preservatives, water activity, food irradiation, fermentationSanitation: Physical chemical agents, effective of control of micro organisms, sanitary aspects of water supply
CURRENT AFFAIRS AND GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Sec 10
General Knowledge and Current affairs
METHODOLOGY/TEACHING APTITUDE RESEARCH
Sec 11
Methods of research;Paper, article, workshop, seminar, conference, and symposium;Research Ethics;Research: Meaning, Characteristics, and types;Steps of research;Thesis writing: its characteristics and format.Evaluation systems.Factors affecting teaching;Learner’s characteristics;Methods of teaching;Teaching aids;Teaching: Nature, objectives, characteristics, and basic requirements;
SOCIAL WELFARE LEGISLATIONS AND PROGRAMMES
Sec 12
Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Food Security Act, Environmental acts etc. Organ and Blood Donation Programme etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Technical Store Keeper
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Store Keeper through direct recruitment.
90m
4s
#kerala-psc#store-keeper#technical-education#10th-level-exam#general-aptitude
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SIMPLE ARITHMETIC & MENTAL ABILITY
Sec 1
Analogy - Word Analogy, Alphabet Analogy. Number AnalogyClerical AbilityCoding and DecodingDate and CalendarFamily RelationsNumber and Alphabetic seriesOdd man outProblems on Mathematical signsSense of DirectionTime and AnglesTime in a clock and its reflectionAverageFraction and Decimal NumbersLaws of ExponentsMensurationNumbers and Basic OperationsPercentageProfit and LossProgressionsRatio and ProportionSimple and Compound InterestTime and DistanceTime and Work
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 2
Important world, national and regional events related to the political and scientific fields, sports, cinema and literature etc.Demography – Economic and social development – Poverty alleviation – Economy and planning – etc.Geography of India – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – etc.History of India – Period from 1857 to 1947 – National movementGeographical Facts – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – etc.Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V. T. Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, Etc.Important Events/Movements/Leaders
GENERAL ENGLISH
Sec 3
Active and Passive voiceAdverbs and Position of adverbsAgreement of Verb and Subject.Articles - The Definite and the Indefinite Articles.Comparison of AdjectivesConfusion of Adjectives and Adverbs.Correction of SentencesDifferent Parts of Speech.Direct and Indirect SpeechInfinitive and GerundsPrepositionsTag QuestionsTensesTenses in Conditional SentencesThe Use of CorrelativesTypes of Sentences and Interchange of Sentences.Uses of Primary and Model Auxiliary VerbsAntonymsCompound wordsForeign Words and PhrasesIdioms and their MeaningsOne Word SubstitutesPhrasal VerbsSingular & Plural, Change of Gender, Collective NounsSpelling TestSynonymsTranslation of a sentence/proverb in to MalayalamWord formation from other words and use of prefix or suffixWords often confused
GENERAL SCIENCE
Sec 4
Questions based on Physics, Chemistry, Botany & Zoology (SSLC level).
Technical
100 Marks
Programmer
The Kerala PSC Computer Programmer exam is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission for the recruitment of Programmers.
90m
19s
#kerala-psc#computer-programmer#programming#degree-level#technical-exam
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Module 5: Database Management System
Sec 1
Aggregate functions, Nested Sub ; 1-FN to 5-FN – Normalization, R Model-E Keys, Concurrency ; ACID properties – Transactions, queries, Views, Joined Relations, Control, triggers, stored procedures.
Module 1: Discrete Mathematics, Probability and Statistics
Sec 2
Algebra of Propositions, Logical Compound Statements, Truth Tables, The Arguments, Mathematical Induction-, Partial Orders, Binary Relations, Operations on Sets, Sets.Linear correlation coefficient, Linear Non Linear regression, Multiple correlation and Multiple regression, Theory of sampling and population.Probability theory: Sample spaces, -Induction The Principle of Inclusion and Exclusion, Intersection and Complement of Events and probability, Discrete probability, Union, Conditional probability, Bayes’s theorem.
Salient Features of Indian Constitution
Sec 3
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations- Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Fundamental Duties.Its significance and its place in the preamble- Salient features of the Constitution, interpretation of the Constitution.Other Constitutional - Judiciary - Legislature - Executive - Both at Union and State Level. Authorities.Relation between Fundamental Rights-Directive Principles of State Policy-Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles.Services under the Union and the States.
Module 2: Electronics, Computer Organization and Operating System, Digital Electronic
Sec 4
Backup and restore.Bourne shell programming for Linux.Computer Organization and Architecture: Neumann architecture, Von Registers and micro operations, control logic, processor addressing and bus, Memory organization and cache organization.Digital Logic Systems and Microprocessors: Boolean expressions, K-Maps, TTL and-CMOS logic families, combinational logical design, synchronous sequential system, Data transfer scheme and interfaces, design.Disk scheduling.Microprocessors: 8086 architecture, Addressing modes.Operating Systems: CPU scheduling, Deadlocks, Memory management, file systems, Process, threads and their synchronization.Processor input/output and DMA.Real Time OS: clock booting and handling synchronization and task scheduling.System initialization.User accounts.
Module 7: Computer networks and Programming
Sec 5
Computer networks: TCP/IP & ISO/OSI reference models, functions and security.Email protocols, symmetric and asymmetric encryption including DES, AES, IDEA, RSA, viruses and management in symmetric and asymmetric encryption, algorithms, key.IP protocol including routing and congestion control, TCP and UDP, DNS.Kerberos, trusted systems.Multiplexing of different layers, characteristics of physical media, and protocols, access protocols, introduction to 802.3, 802.4, 802.5, 802.11 LAN technology, medium.Network Programming: Socket Programming: TCP Programming (TELNET, HTTP).Secure Sockets (SSL), TLS, SSH, HTTPS, TFTP, DNS.Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), UDDI, and Web Services. (RMI) Invocation, Remote Method.
Module 4: Object Oriented Programming through C++/Java
Sec 6
Data Abstraction, encapsulation, classes, constructors and destructors, Classes, and dynamic memory allocation, Inheritance, Polymorphism, generic classes, exception handling and File processing.Java features, Byte codes, Internet classes, wrapper classes, Java applets, Java multithreading support classes, vector, stack, interface observer, stream tokenizer, methods and repainting, applet display, applet architecture, The Applet class, GUI classes, Java I/O.
Module 3: Data Structures and Programming in C
Sec 7
Data Structures: Linked List, Stack, Queue, Priority Queues, Hashing, Binary Trees, Shortest paths, minimum spanning trees, Graph traversal- Sorting; AVL trees, algorithms.Programming in C: Operators and expressions, Control statements, Storage types, Functions, Arrays, Strings, Pointers and dynamic memory management, Structures, File Handling.
Toward A New Society
Sec 8
Founding of educational institutions, factories, printing press. etc.Introduction to English education, various missionary organizations and their functioning.
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS
Sec 9
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Literary Figures
Sec 10
Kandathil Varghese Mappila, Kumarasan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ullur S Parameswara Iyer, Kerala Varma, Kodungallur Kunjikkuttan Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Poonkunnam Varkey, K. S. Pottakkattu and Sivasankara Basheer. K. Kesava Dev, Thakazhi, P. Krishna Pillai, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer, G. Sankara Kurup, others.
Awakening Through Literature
Sec 11
Library, Natanasala, Purnarthihasaya Purnna Sahithya Parivarthanam, Novel, Drama, Poetry, movement etc.
Struggles and Social Revolts (B)
Sec 12
Mappila riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement. etc.Upper cloth revolts. Channar agitation, Vaikom Satyagraha, Guruvayoor Satyagraha. Kuttamkulam Satyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry, Paliyam Satyagraha. Ezhava Memorial, Malayalee Memorial. etc. Malayalee. Act.
Women And Social Change
Sec 13
Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A.V. Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu. Akamma Cherian, Anna Chandy, Lalithambika Antherjanam and others.
Religious reform Movements (-A) Social
Sec 14
Samasthwa Samajam, SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Dharma Islam Paripalana Vaala Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sadhooparishthana Samgham, Prathyaksha Sabha. etc.
Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Sec 15
Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of Atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc.Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Leaders Of Renaissance
Sec 16
Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyankali, Chattampi Swamikal, Thycaud Ayya Vaikunda Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Brahmananda Palakkunnath Abraham, Mampuram Thangal, Sree Narayanaguru, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Vakkom Mannathu Padmanabhan, Pambady John Joseph, C. Kesavan, TV Bhattathirippad, K. Madhavan P. Krishna Pillai, K.T. Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. V. Kunjuraman, K. P. V.C. Kunhiraman Nayanar, K. Neelkantan Namboothiri, Kurur Neelkantan Namboothiri P. Krishna Pillai, A. K. Gopalan, T. R. Krishnaswami Iyer, C. Kesavan, K. P. Chattappan K, K. Kelappan Swami Ananda Theerthan, M. C. Joseph, Kuttipuzha Krishna Pillai and Iyer others.
Module 6: Architectures and Web Programming Client Server
Sec 17
Style three and two-tier client server architecture, HTML & XML, web servers, JSP, php - Server Side Scripting ; BV javascript and client side scripting, Sheets database, and APS.NET programming for creating dynamic web pages using SignalR and AJAX; and session.
Role Of Press In Renaissance
Sec 18
Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Malayali Ameen, Mathrubhumi- Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, Bhashaposhini, AI Prabhatam, Yukthivadi, etc.
Module 8: Software Engineering
Sec 19
System engineering process, life cycle models, design and Software support, process automated, evolution, validation, implementation- software validation - elicitation and analysis - SRS, feasibility studies, requirements system models, context models, behavior models, data models, object- management-Time software design, critical-oriented design, design evolution, real-object, critical system development, software testing. -system specifications.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in Home Science (Food & Nutrition)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Lecturer in Home Science (Food & Nutrition) in the Kerala Collegiate Education Department.
120m
6s
#kerala-psc#home-science#food-nutrition#collegiate-education#degree-level
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PART III A: SALIENT FEATURES OF INDIAN CONSTITUTION
Sec 1
Amendment Provisions of the ConstitutionCentre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and FinancialEmergency ProvisionsExecutive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level - Other Constitutional AuthoritiesFundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental DutiesSalient features of the Constitution -Preamble - Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the ConstitutionServices under the Union and the States
PART IV A: RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 2
AWAKENING THROUGH LITERATURE (Library movement, Malayalam Nataka Sahithya Paranam, Nataka Sahithya Parishad, Novel, Drama, Poetry, Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer, Kesava Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varkey, S K Pottakkad and others.)Social struggles and Revolts (Upper cloth agitation, Vaikom Satyagraha, Guruvayoor Satyagraha, Paliyam Satyagraha, Kuttamkulam Satyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act. Malayalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.)Socio-Religious reform Movements (Sree Narayana Guru, Chattampi Swamikal, Ayyankali, Vakkom Moulavi, Poykayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru) Dr. Palpu, Mannathu Padmanabhan, T V Bhattathirippad, V T Bhattathirippad, K Murkooth, T K Madhavan, Barrister P G Krishna Pillai, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chavara, Mampuram Thangal, K P Kesava Menon, Dr. Ayyathan Gopalan, C Krishnan, K Kumar, C Kesavan, Swamy Ananda Theerthan. Neelakanta Namboothirippad, K Kelappan, P K Venappan, K P Chathan Master, Velukkutty Arayan, Krishna Pillai P. Kuttipuzha Krishna Pillai, C M Joseph and others.)LEADERS OF RENAISSANCE (Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyankali, Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Shivayogi, Vagbhatananda, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru) Dr. Palpu, Abraham Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampady John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Moulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chavara, Mampuram Thangal, K P Kesava Menon, Dr. Ayyathan Gopalan, C Krishnan, K Kumar, C Kesavan, R T Krishnaswamy Iyer, K A Gopalan, P Krishna Pillai, Ananda Swamy Theerthan. Kuttipuzha Krishna Pillai, C M Joseph and others.)LITERARY FIGURES (Kandathil Varghese Mappila, Kodungalloor Kunjikuttan Thampuran, Valiyakoickal Thampuran G Sankara, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Kumaran Asan. Mappila. Kesava Basheer Muhammad Vaikom, Chandu Menon, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Kurup Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varkey, S K Pottakkad and others.)ROLE OF PRESS IN RENAISSANCE (Malayalam, Swaraj, Mithavadi, Vivekodayam, Swadeshabhimani, Malayala Manorama, Prabatham, Al-Ameen, Kairali Kaumudi, Mathrubhumi, Bhashaposhini, Keralakaumudi, Kesari, Samadarsi, Yugadeepam, Yukthivadi etc.)Introduction to English education - various missionary organizations and their functioning - founding of educational institutions, factories, printing press etc.WOMEN AND SOCIAL CHANGE (Parvathi Nenminimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu. Ammakka. Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antherjanam and others.)
PART IV B: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS
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General Knowledge and Current Affairs
PART I
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Digestive SystemEndocrine SystemExcretory SystemImmune SystemLymphatic SystemNervous SystemRespiratory SystemStudy of Cardio Vascular SystemBasics of Instrumentation, physicochemical principles and methodologyChromatographyColorimetryElectrophoresis-Principle, Instrumentation and Applications of Electron microscopyFluorimetryPrinciples and applications of chromatographyRadioactive Isotopes and BioassaysSpectrophotometry - UV, Visible, AAS and SEA, Infrared Spectrophotometer, Flame photometryCarbohydratesFat Soluble Vitamins (Vitamin A, D, E and K)LipidsMacrominerals (Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Sodium, Potassium, Chloride and Magnesium)Microminerals (Iron, Zinc, Copper, Selenium, Chromium, Manganese, Iodine and Fluorine)ProteinsWaterWater Soluble Vitamins (Thiamine, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pyridoxine, Folic Acid and Cyanocobalamin)Study of human Energy metabolismClassification of enzymesFactors affecting enzyme activityMechanism of actionMetabolism Carbohydrates, protein, lipids and major vitaminsStructure, Classification and Biological Oxidation, Nucleic Acids, minerals with coenzyme functions and mode of actionAdolescenceChildhoodInfancyLactationMethods for studying human nutritional requirementsNutrition in India by ICMR - Energy, Protein, Fats, Mineral and Vitamin requirementsold agePregnancyPrinciples of computation of RDACirculatory SystemDiet in Diabetes MellitusDiet therapy and Nutritional Care in DiseasesDietary management in the diseases of the Gastro modifications-types of hospital dietsDiseases and CancerIntestinal SystemLiver and PancreasRenalThe Nutritional Care processIdentification of Research ProblemIntroduction to ResearchResearch methodsResearch methods and tools SamplingAbsolute and Relative measures of dispersionCoefficient of variationConcept of Probability and Random VariableCorrelation and RegressionMeanMedianModeQuartile deviationRangeStandard deviationDecilesPercentilesQuartilesSampling distributionsApplications of Enzymes in Food IndustryCarbohydratesLipidsProteinsColloids, Colloidal Systems and ApplicationsDefinition, classification, Functional Foods, Health effects, mechanism of actionEgg and SpiceFishFruits and VegetablesmeatMilk and Primary processing of cereals, pulses and oil seedsmilkproductsNatural Colors Used in Enzymes and Pigments FoodsNovel Sources of Natural ColorantsPoultryStability of Natural Colorants in FoodsFactors affecting the survival and growth of micro-organisms in food Microbiological Spoilage of different groups of foods (Cereals, vegetables and fruits, meat, eggs, poultry, fish, milk and milk products, canned Foods.)Micro-organisms in foodScope and importance of food microbiologySignificance to public health, food hazards, Food borne infections and diseasesToxins and Contaminants, Quality Control/Quality Assurance, bacterial and viral food, risk factors.Assessment of nutritional status in community settingEpidemiology of Nutritional disorders (Prevalence, Aetiology, Consequences and treatment of PEM, Vitamin A deficiency, Iron Deficiency Anaemia, Iodine Deficiency Disorders, Zinc Deficiency disorders, Fluorosis and disorders.)Food and Nutrition Situation in IndiaFood FortificationNutrition EducationNutrition related non communicable chronic disordersOrganizations and Programs in the field of nutrition monitoring and Interventions (Brief outline of WHO, FAO, UNICEF, CARE, NFHS, NNMB, ICDS, ICMR, ICAR)Principles of epidemiology
PART II: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY/TEACHING APTITUDE
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Methods of researchPaper, article, workshop, seminar, conference and symposiumResearch : Meaning, Characteristics and typesResearch EthicsSteps of researchThesis writing : its characteristics and formatEvaluation systemsFactors affecting teachingLearner's characteristicsMethods of teachingTeaching aidsTeaching: Nature, objectives, characteristics, and basic requirements
PART III B: SOCIAL WELFARE LEGISLATIONS AND PROGRAMMES
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Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc.Social Welfare Programs like Employment Guarantee Program, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Transport Officer (Internal- By Transfer) ||| Assistant (for SC/ST only)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Assistant Transport Officer (Internal- By Transfer) in Kerala State Road Transport Corporation and Assistant (for SC/ST only) in Finance Department. This exam covers a range of subjects including general knowledge, quantitative aptitude, and specialized topics related to the post.
120m
10s
#kerala-psc#transport#assistant#degree-level#technical
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Constitution of India and Civil Rights
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Basic Facts - Features - Citizenship - Fundamental Rights & Duties - Directive Principles - Union Government - State Executive - Legislature - Union Territories - Apex Courts - Comptroller and Auditor General - Public Service Commissions and Other Important Offices - Important Amendments - Etc.Rights - Right to Education - Human Rights - Human Rights Commission - Right to Information - Information Commission - Social Audit - Lokayukta - Ombudsman - Women Empowerment - Women’s Commission - Legislation against Child Labour - against Women and Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes and Atrocities - Etc.
Mental Ability & Test of Reasoning
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Calculation & Logic - Coding & Decoding - Classification - Antonym - Synonym - Letter & Number Series - Odd Man Out - Analogy - Common Sense Test - Alphabetical Arrangement of Words - Date and Calendar - Sense of Direction - Etc.
General Science
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Common Scientific Facts - Important Scientific Phenomena - Other basic facts in the field of Science - Etc.
Facts about India
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Economy - Poverty Alleviation - Economic and Social Development - Demography - and Planning - Etc.Geography of India - Physical Features - Climate - Soils - Rivers - Famous Sites – Etc.History of India - Period from 1857 to 1947 - National Movement - Etc.
Information Technology and Cyber Laws
Sec 5
Fundamentals of Computers - Internet - Cyber Laws - Etc.
Facts about Kerala
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Geographical Facts - Physical Features - Climate - Soils - Rivers - Famous Sites – Etc.Leaders / Important Events / Movements: Kuriakose Elias Chavara, Etc., V.T. Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Guru, Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, Ayyadua, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara), Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swamikal, Sree Narayana Guru
General English
Sec 7
Grammar - Agreement of Subject and Verb - Confusing Adjectives and Adverbs - Comparison of Adjectives - Correct usage of Articles - Prepositions - Direct and Indirect Speech - Active and Passive Voice - Correction in Sentences - Etc.Vocabulary - Gender - Singular and Plural - Synonyms - Antonyms - One Word Substitutes - Problem concerning words - Idioms and their meanings - Etc.
Current Affairs
Sec 8
Important World, National and Regional Events related to the Political and Scientific fields, Sports, Cinema and Literature etc.
Social Welfare Schemes & Measures
Sec 9
Indira Awaas Yojana, Annapurna Yojana, Bal Nirmal Bharat Yojana, Samridhi Yojana, Jawahar Rozgar Yojana, Integrated Child Development Scheme, Mahila Samridhi Yojana, National Food for Work Programme, Kudumbasree, Pradhan Mantri Rozgar Yojana, NREGP, NRDP, Sampoorna Grameen Rozgar Yojana, Samagra Awaas Yojana, Adarsh Gram Mantri Gram Yojana, Valmiki Ambedkar Awaas Yojana, Rural Landless Employment Guarantee Programme; etc.
Quantitative Aptitude
Sec 10
Numbers - Test of Divisibility - H.C.F & L.C.M - Simplification - Ratio & Proportions - Percentage - Interest - Time & Work - Time & Distance - Area - Volume - Problems on Age - Trains - Clocks - Calendar - Etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Technician Grade II (Boiler Operator)
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Technician Grade II (Boiler Operator) in various departments, such as the Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd.
90m
11s
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MODULE III: DRAUGHT
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Advantages of mechanical draughtArtificial draughtClassification of draughtCondition for maximum discharge through a chimneyDefinition of draughtDetermination of a height of a chimney to produce a given total static draughtDraught lossesEfficiency of a chimneyForced and balanced draughtFunctions of a chimneyInduced draughtNatural draughtPower required to drive a fanSteam jet draught
MODULE II: BOILER MOUNTINGS AND ACCESSORIES
Sec 2
Air pre-heatersAn attachment for inspector's test gaugeBlow off cockEconomisersFeed check valveFeed pumpsFusible plugInjectorsManholePressure gaugeSafety valvesSteam boiler mountingsSteam stop valveSuperheatersWater level indicators
MODULE I: STEAM BOILERS
Sec 3
Babcock & Wilcox longitudinal drum water tube boilers (Straight tube type water tube boiler)Classification of boilersCochran BoilersFunction of a BoilerHorizontal Return Tubular boilersIntegral furnace boilerLancashire and Cornish boilersLocomotive boilersMulti-tubular fire tube boilers: Economic boilersScotch Marine fire tube boilerStirling boilers (Bent tube type water tube boiler)Terms commonly employed in connection with boilersVertical boilersWaste heat boilersWater tube boilers
MODULE IV: PERFORMANCE OF BOILERS
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Boiler house instrumentsBoiler house recordsBoiler performanceBoiler trialEquivalent evaporationEvaporation
MODULE VI: FUEL
Sec 5
Bomb calorimeterCalorific value of fuelsCalorific value of gaseous fuelCalorific value of gaseous fuelsCalorific value of liquid fuelsClassification of fuelsExperimental determination of calorific value of a fuelHydrocarbonsLiquid fuelsSolid fuels
MODULE VII: COMBUSTION OF FUELS
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Calculation of heat lossesCombustion of a fuelDetermination of air leakage in boiler fluesDetermination of air supplied from volumetric analysis of the flue gasesDetermination of the gas analysis by mass and by volumeExcess airFlue gas analysisMinimum quantity of air required for complete combustion of 1 kg of solid or liquid fuel
MODULE IX: BOILER WATER TREATMENTS
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Chemical TreatmentHeat TreatmentMechanical Treatment
MODULE V: PROPERTIES OF STEAM
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Conditions of steamConservation of formDry saturated steam and wet steamEffect of pressure on the boiling point of waterMethods of determination of dryness fraction of steamProperties of steamSaturated steamSuper-saturated steamSuperheated steam
General Knowledge
Sec 9
Demography – Social and economic development – Poverty alleviation – Economy and planning – etc.Geography of India – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – etc.Geographical facts – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – etc.History of India – Period from 1857 to 1947 – National movementSree Narayana Guru, Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Mannathu Padmanabhan, Pandit Karuppan, Ayyankali, Dr. Palpu, V.T. Bhattathirippad, Kumaranasan, Kuriakose Elias Chavara, Vakkam Moulavi, Blessed etc.
MODULE VIII: UNITS OF MEASUREMENT
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Important measurements - PressureImportant measurements - TemperatureMechanical equivalent of heatPyrometersQuantity of heatSystems of unitsUnits of energyUnits of forceUnits of length, area and volumeUnits of massUnits of work and powerVolume
Current Affairs
Sec 11
Important world, national, and regional events related to the political and scientific fields, sports, cinema, literature etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Sub Engineer (Electrical)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Sub Engineer (Electrical) in Kerala State Electricity Board, assessing candidates on essential technical skills and knowledge in electrical engineering, electronics, and general knowledge.
120m
3s
#kerala-psc#electrical-engineering#electronics-engineering#kseb#sub-engineer
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PART I: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 1
Synchronous generator-characteristics and parallel operation of alternators-voltage regulation-synchronous motors -single phase induction motors -fractional horse power motors-transformer principle-testing of transformers-special purpose transformers-principles of induction motors-speed control of induction motors-theory of measuring instrument-measurement of power and energy-measurement of R,L,C-commercial measuring instrument-CRO and transducersAC through R, L and C- voltage, current, power, P. F in pure resistive, inductive, capacitive, single phase circuits- active, reactive and apparent power, Q- factor, Resonance in R- L- C circuits- parallel AC single phase circuits- vector, phasor method, resonance in parallel circuit- Q- factor.Generation of alternating voltage and current- instantaneous values of voltage and current, Simple and complete waveforms, Definition of cycle, frequency, time period, amplitude value, average value, R. M. S value, form factor, peak factor, phase difference, relation between frequency, poles and speed.Generation of poly phase voltage- advantages, Phase sequence. Interconnection of three- phases, star and delta connection. Relation between phase and line voltages and current in star and delta- power in three- phase system in star and delta. Power, current and power factor in a three- phase balanced system. Balanced and unbalanced three- phase system. Balanced star- delta and delta- star conversion, Three- phase power measurement- single, three and two- watt meter methods.Circuits- Ohm’s law- series, parallel, series- parallel circuits.Electric current, Voltage, Resistance- Definition and units, Laws of resistance- Sp: resistance- Conductance and Conductivity, Effect of temperature on resistance- Temp. coefficient.Heating effect of electric current- Joules lawNetwork theorems- Kirchoff’s Law, Super position theorem, Thevenin’s theorem, Norton theorem- Electric power and Energy in DC circuits, their units etc.Absolute and relative permeability, Field strength magnetizing force, flux and flux density, Relation between flux density and magnetizing force, B. H. curve, Methods of magnetization.Capacitor and Capacitance- Capacitance of an isolated sphere, spherical capacitor and parallel plate capacitor, variable capacitors, capacitors in series and parallel, Energy stored in a capacitor.Electric field, Field strength, Electrostatic Induction- Electric flux density- potential and potential difference- potential of a charged sphere- Equipotential surfaces, Potential gradient- Breakdown voltage and dielectric strength.Faraday’s Laws of Electrolysis, Electroplating, primary and secondary cells, comparison of lead acid and alkaline cells, Initial charging and commissioning of new batteries, Charging methods, Ampere hour, and Watt hour efficiencies, Galvanizing and Anodizing, Extraction of zinc and aluminium, field application of Electrolysis.Force on a current carrying conductor in a magnetic field- Magnetizing force of a long straight conductor, long solenoid.Magnetic circuit- magnetomotive force, reluctance, Ampereturns, Permeanence, Reluctivity. Comparison of magnetic and electrical circuits- Faraday’s laws of electromagnetic induction- direction of induced emf and current, statically and dynamically induced emf. Expression for dynamically and statically induced emf, self and mutual inductance, Coefficient of coupling, Energy stored in a magnetic field.Static electricity- Absolute and relative permittivity of a medium, Dielectric constant- Laws of electrostatics.Armature reaction- effects- commutation- methods of improving commutation. Generator characteristics . critical field resistance and critical speed- uses of DC generators.Basic electro magnetic laws- EMF generation in a rotating machine- production of torque- concepts of electric machines- common features of electric machines- types of electrical machines- torque balance- power losses and efficiency- methods of ventilation and cooling machines.DC motor principle- back emf- voltage equation- torque equation- Types of motors- motor characteristics for DC shunt, series and compound motors. Factors controlling motor speed- methods of speed control of shunt, series and compound motors. Starting of DC motors- Starters Types and necessity.Principle and working of a practical generator and construction details- commutator assembly- emf equation- classification of generators based on methods of excitations, Armature windings- equalizer connections.Testing of DC motors- losses in DC machines- determination of efficiency- Swineborne test- advantages and disadvantages.Define estimate- essential elements- calculation of conductor size- current rating of copper and aluminium cables- simple core- wiring accessories- layout preparation, wiring, diagram and estimates for house, office building, schools, cinema theatre.Define installation scheme for 2 large industry.Define terms used in illumination- Laws of illumination- various lighting schemes- illumination level for various places- space height ratio- utilization factor- Depreciation factor- Maintenance factor- Design of lighting schemes for various rooms- arrangements of lamps- design of flood lighting schemes. Types of lamps- incandescent- gas filled lamps, advantages over vacuum lamps- types of gases used- Arc lamps- Principle and uses- Hlaogen lamps- CFL working and uses- discharge lamps- sodium lamps- HMPV and LMPV lamps- neon lamps- fluorescent lamps and the field application of each.Designs of ratings of back- up fuse, ACBS, MCCB, busbar, cables, capacitor banks, generator, change over mechanism, transformer etc as per rules.Earthing- purpose- I. S. rules regarding earthing- Types of earthing, rules regarding power circuit wiring- estimates and cost of materials regarding wiring pump set in single phase and three- phase systems- estimation and costing of control panel and wiring of small workshops- estimate and costing of service connection wiring using U G cables and O H lines. Mechanical aspects of O H lines- electrical aspects of O H lines, Types of U G cables.Extension of overhead lines- estimate and cost for extending single phase low tension distribution lines- three phase distribution lines- street lighting using O H lines- U G cables- estimate and costing of 11 kV OH line extension.Sub-station- I E rules regarding spacing of conductor- distance from building etc- materials used for erecting 11 kV sub-station- preparation of the distribution sub- station- 4 pole mounted sub- station- P length mounted sub- stations.Electrical power generation-economic power-power factor improvement-transmission line elements-underground cables-sag in transmission lines-distribution system(ac and dc)Short circuit current calculation and fuses-circuit breakers-relays-protection of alternators, transformers, transmission line- earthing and lightning arrestersConcepts of ocean energy- concepts of wave energy- methods hybrid cycles- physical principles- fixed devices and floating devices.Conventional sources of energy- non conventional source of energyDescription of photovoltaic effect- Electro characteristics- Application of solar energy devices.Wind energy basics- classifications- wind energy turbines- conversion of wind energy to electrical energy brief idea. Application of wind energy devices.Electric drives- classification of electric drives- group, individual and multimotor drives- matching the drive with load- basic classes of duty- continuous- short time- intermittent periods duty, selection of electric drives- steel mills, paper mills, cement mills.Electric traction- system of electric traction- direct electric traction- diesel electric traction- merits and demerits- factors affecting specific energy consumption.Mechanical features of electric motor- frame size- relation between speed and frame size- types of enclosures.Traction motors- DC and AC motors- properties and characteristics- control of DC motors- series parallel control systems of electric traction- DC single and three phase systems of supply- brief description.Electric heating and welding- advantages and types of electric heating- properties of resistance heating materials- design of heating elements- Resistance ovens- methods of temperature controls.Electric welding- types- resistance welding- spot welding- pre welding- seam welding- electric arc welding- electrical properties of negative resistance- types of arc welding- requirements of welding generators and transformers- use of reactor for control of welding current- third brush and bipolar welding generators- description.Induction heating- Principle- factors affecting induction heating- induction furnace- coren type and core less type- high frequency eddy current heating- dielectric heating- equivalent circuit- loss angle application of dielectric heating- Arc furnace- direct and indirect types.
PART II: ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Sec 2
A.C. through resistors, inductors and capacitors, Q-factor of a coil, resonance in R-L-C -Series & parallel circuits, inductive reactance, capacitive reactance and impedanceDemodulation and Radio Receivers, Antennas,Microwave Communication, Satellite Communication, Fiber Optic communication, Mobile Communication.Modulation AM, FM, & PM, Radio Transmitters,Number systems & Digital Circuits, Boolean algebra, Introduction to logic theory, switching functions AND, OR, NOT,NAND NOR, EXOR operations, Logic families, Combinational Logic Circuits, Sequential Logic Circuits, Operational amplifiers(Circuits, Applications)Memories, Programmable Logic Devices.Resistor, capacitors , inductors, transformers (Types and their applications),basic network theorems, fundamentals of alternating current (Define waveform, time period, frequency and amplitude, phase difference, r.m.s. value, average value)Conductors, insulators & semiconductors, intrinsic & extrinsic semiconductorsDiodes & Rectifiers, different types of diodes, transistors, UJT,FET, integrated circuit, opto electronic devices, Power devices – SCR, diac & triac,Transistor Amplifiers : methods of inter stage coupling, tuned voltage amplifier, Audio power amplifiers, feed back amplifiers, Oscillators and Multi vibrators, Schmitt trigger, wave shaping circuits.Flow chart, Algorithm, Data Processing and Programming MethodologyFunctions of hardware and software components,provisions of windows o s and word processing,working of memory and input – output devices,Micro Controller Architecture, Micro Controllers-interrupts & operation,Micro Controller Programming, Micro Controller Interfacing & Applications.Power electronics: Power control devices, Converters and inverters , Speed control of machines, Programmable LogiControllers, Voltage Regulators and Power Supplies.
PART III : GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS & RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 3
Current AffairsDemography- Economic and Social Development-Poverty Alleviation-Economy and Planning- EtcGeography of India- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – EtcHistory of India- Period from 1857 to 1947- National Movement- Etc.Geographical Facts- Physical Features- Climate-Soils- Rivers- Famous Sites – EtcBrahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V.T.Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, Etc
Technical
100 Marks
Computer Operator
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Computer Operator.
120m
8s
#kerala-psc#computer-science#it-skills#programming#web-technologies
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Operating System and System Software
Sec 1
Access MethodsAllocation of FramesAssembly Language statementsBatch SystemsCode optimizationCompliersContiguous AllocationCPU SchedulingDemand PagingDirectory StructureDisk SchedulingDisk StructureDistributed Systems and Real –Time SystemsFIFOFile Systemforward reference problemGrammarsI/O interfaceI/O SystemsLanguage processingLanguage specificationLinkersLoadersLogical and Physical Address Spacemacro callMacro Definitionmacro featuresMulti-levelMulti-level feedbackMulti-programmed Batched SystemsOperating System ServicesPage Replacement AlgorithmsPagingParsing techniquesPCBPersonal Computer SystemsPhases of compilerPhases of language processorProcess ManagementProcess SchedulingProtectionRRScanningSegmentationSJFStorage ManagementSwappingsyntactic structure of languageSystem CallsSystem ProgramsSystem software and application softwareThrashing and Demand SegmentationTime-Sharing Systemstwo pass assemblers and single passVirtual Memory
Linux Administration
Sec 2
Administering User AccountsAutomating ScriptsChecking versionsChoosing Media for backupConfiguring DHCP Server and ClientConfiguring NFS ClientConfiguring NIS Server and NIS ClientConfiguring X Server – Setting Display Resolution and Changing Video Card TypeCreating a Backup PlanCreating Samba UsersDevice FilesDevice InformationEditing Network ConfigurationExamining the boot processExploring Run-levelsGRUB ConfigurationHardware Abstraction LayerHardware Device InstallationInstalling & Configuring NFS ServerInstalling and Managing Terminals and ModemsInstalling new modulesInstalling SambaInstalling software from sourceInstalling Sound, Network and Other cardsLinux Disk ManagementMaintaining the File SystemManaging ModulesManaging ProcessesManual DevicesMeasuring Memory UsageModules- Kernel Module ToolsMonitoring I/O ActivityNFS OverviewPerformance Monitoring ToolsChecking supported HardwareConfiguring the InstallationCreating the Boot DiskExploring ComponentsPackage InstallationPartitioning the Hard DiskStarting the InstallationUsing Disk DruidStarting Samba Server and Connecting to Samba ClientTCP/IP NetworkingTime KeepingUnderstanding and Setting up Network Interface Card (NIC)Understanding backup MethodsUnderstanding the Root Accountusing Automount ServicesUsing Backup ToolsUsing Package ManagerViewing Running Tasksworking with Gateways and RoutersWorking with Group Accounts
Database Management System
Sec 3
aggregationBCNFcandidate keycheckpointsConcepts of Super KeyConcurrency controllocking Techniques for concurrency controlTime stamping protocols for concurrency controldata base language and interfacesdata independencedata integritydata models schema and instancesDatabase system concepts and architecturedeadlock handlingER model conceptsFunctional dependenciesGeneralizationintegrity constraintslog based recoveryNormal forms: first, second, third, fourth and fifth normal formsnormalization using functional dependencies, multi-valued dependencies, and joint dependenciesprimary keyRecoverabilityRecovery from transaction failuresRelational algebraRelational calculusRelational data model conceptsSerializability of schedulesSQLSQL commandsSQL operatorsTablesTesting of SerializabilityTransaction systemviews and indexes
Data Structures and Algorithms
Sec 4
Algorithms – Analysis of algorithmsAlgorithms – Graph algorithmsAlgorithms – order notationsAlgorithms – Searching algorithmsAlgorithms – Sorting algorithmsData structures – ArraysData structures – GraphsData structures – Linked ListsData structures – QueuesData structures – SetsData structures – StacksData structures – TablesData structures – Trees
Web Technologies
Sec 5
Application ServersBasic text markupAlignment of textBackground imagesColorFont propertiesIntroductionLevels of style sheetsList propertiesProperty value formsSelector formsStyle specification formatstagsThe box modelDocument structureDocument type definitionsDynamic Documents with JavaScriptElements Access in Java ScriptEvents and Event HandlingFormsFramesHigher Level ProtocolsHTTPHypertext LinksImagesInternetArraysConstructorsControl statementsErrors in scriptFunctionsObject creation and modificationPattern matching using regular expressionsPrimitives, operations, and expressionsScreen output and keyboard inputSyntactic characteristicsJavaScript and HTML DocumentsListsMIMENamespacesSecurityTCP/IPThe Document Object ModelURLsWeb Browsers and Web ServersWeb Search EnginesWeb servicesWWWXHTMLXMLXML processorsXML schemas
Programming Languages
Sec 6
arraysclassesControl statementsData typesexception handlingFile I/Ofunctionsinheritanceinterfaces and packages (C++ and JAVA)Iteration statementsobjectsOperatorspointerspolymorphismreferencesstrings
Computer Organization
Sec 7
Basic Structure of computersBoolean algebra and logic gatescomponents and peripherals - hardware and software faultsI/O organizationMemory systemmethods of minimization of logic functionsProcessing unitSoftware InstallationStandard I/O interfacesTrouble shooting of computers
Computer Networks
Sec 8
basic utilitiesComponents for network and internet communicationsconfigurationDHCPdifferent protocolsDNSIP addressingISO-OSINATSecurity issues in networkTCP/IP - Layered architectureverification and trouble shooting of components
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Project Engineer
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Assistant Project Engineer in Kerala Land Development Corporation Ltd.
120m
9s
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Module II
Sec 1
Abstraction from precipitationflood routing, hydrogeological reservoir and channel routingHydrograph analysisHydrological cyclemeteorological parameters and their measurement, analysis of precipitation datarunoffstream flow measurementunit hydrograph theory and application
Module I
Sec 2
Active & Passive earth pressures-Rankine’s & Coulomb’s, Stability of retaining wallsEngineering Properties of soilsFundamental definitions and relationshipsIndex properties of soils & soil classification by IS methodsPermeability and seepage analysisShear strength of soils, Mohr’s Circle of stressStability Analysis of SlopesSubsurface exploration methods, details, sampling
Module VIII
Sec 3
calculation of power, torque, fuel consumption, heat load and power lossesengine cyclesfuels and combustionI.C. engine componentsI.C. engine systems – fuel, cooling, lubrication, ignition, electrical, intake and exhaustlubricants and their propertiespower efficiencies and measurementselection, operation, maintenance and repair of I.C. enginesThermodynamic principles of I.C. engines
Module III
Sec 4
chain surveying, methods of traversingcomputation of areas & volumes (earth work)contouringinstruments for surveying and levellingmeasurement of angles and bearings, plane table computationsMeasurement of distance and areasurveying types of levelling
Module VI
Sec 5
consumptive use and evapotranspirationdesign and evaluation of irrigation methodsEngineering and agronomical methods of soil conservationirrigation efficienciesirrigation schedulingmeasurement of soil moisture, irrigation water and infiltrationSoil-water-plant relationship, water requirement of cropssurface, sprinkler and drip methods of irrigation
Module V
Sec 6
Cross section, balancing depth, spoil bank, land width, back berm, counter bermearthern damsgully control structures, drop, drop inlet and chute spillwaysLacey’s theory & Kennedy’s theory for irrigation channel design, comparison, defectsmaintenance of irrigation channel & service roads, canal breachesmeasurement of discharge of canalterraces and bundsvegetative waterwayswater harvesting structures, farm ponds, watershed managementWater logging & canal lining
Module VII
Sec 7
Drainage coefficientevaluation of aquifer propertiesGroundwater occurrence confined and unconfined aquifersgroundwater rechargeirrigation and drainage water qualityleaching requirement and salinity controlplanning, design and layout of surface and sub-surface drainage systemswell hydraulics
Module IX
Sec 8
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Module IV
Sec 9
Impulse momentum principleTurbines-classification and comparison of velocity triangles for Pelton wheel and reaction turbines (Francis and Kaplan)work done and efficiency, specific speed, draft tube- different types, cavitation in turbinesclassification of pumps – Centrifugal & Reciprocating pumps- types, work done, efficiency, minimum and installationPump selection and installation
Technical
100 Marks
Deputy Engineer
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Deputy Engineer in the Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Limited.
120m
5s
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CIVIL ENGINEERING
Sec 1
Analysis of simple framesBearing capacity of soilBernoulli’s theorem and its bending applicationsColumnsCommon building materialsComponents of a buildingDirect applicationsEquation of continuityFrictionGround improvementHydraulic jumpImpact loadingMoment of inertiaNotchesOpen channel flowPrincipal stresses and strainsResolution of forcesShear forceShear stress distribution in beamsSimple machinesStrain energyStress and strainsStressesStrutsTemperature stressesTheories of failureTheory of simple bendingTorsion formulasWeirs
DAIRY ENGINEERING
Sec 2
Arrangement of equipmentCare and maintenance of UHT plants equipmentsDifferent methodsOperation of UHT plants equipmentsBasic of dairy plant layoutBottle washersButter making machineCan washersCare and maintenance of pipes & fittingsMaintenance and careOperationCIP cleaningClassification of Dairy plantsConstructionImportant partsTypesCare and maintenanceFactors affecting capacityMechanism of feed distributionOperationDairy Building planningCare and maintenanceETPMilking machinesMilking parloursRotating milking parloursSlurry pumpsDairy plantsDesigning of CIP systemDoors and windowsDrains and drain layout for small and large dairiesBound moistureCritical moisture contentEquilibrium moisture contentFree moisturePrinciple of dryingConstant rateFalling rateUnbound moistureBasic concepts of multiple effect evaporatorsBasic principles of evaporatorsConstruction of evaporatorsDifferent types of evaporators used in Dairy industryMVR systemOperation of evaporatorsPrinciple of Thermo compressorThermodynamics of MVRThermodynamics of TVRAseptic fillingBulk handling systemCapping machineCare and maintenance of filling machinesOperation and working of different types of bottle fillersPouch filling machineCharacteristics of gasFluidized bed dryerMechanisms of fluidizationFly controlGeneral points of consideration for designing principles of dairy layoutGhee making machineCare and maintenance of homogenizersClassification of homogenizersOperation of homogenizersPower requirement of homogenizersSingle stage homogenizersTwo stage homogenizersMaintenance and careOperationIllumination in dairy plantsImportance of planningLocating the process sectionLocation of Dairy plantsMaterials and sanitary features of the dairy equipmentMechanization and equipment used in manufacture of indigenous dairy productsMilk pipingEquipments for can receptionTanker receptionMilk storage tanksMold preventionOffices and workshopOther utilitiesBatch pasteurizersCare and maintenance of pasteurizersContinuous (HTST) pasteurizersFlash pasteurizersOperation of pasteurizersPasteurizer controlsUse of flow diversion valvesPreparation of process scheduleSelection of siteCare and maintenance of clarifiersCare and maintenance of separatorsClarifiersCream separatorsDifferent types of centrifuges and their application in Dairy industryPrinciples of centrifugal separationSpace requirements for arrangement of different sections in dairyAir heating systemsAtomization and feeding systemCare and maintenance of spray dryersControl systems in spray dryerBag filterCyclone separatorElectrostatic separatorInstantization of powderPrincipal parts of spray dryerSelection of type of powder collecting deviceTypesVarious stages of spray dryingWet scrubbersCare and maintenance of sterilizersDifferent type of sterilizersIn Bottle sterilizersTypes of layoutsTypes, construction, care and maintenance of sanitary pumpsUtility/service sectionVentilation
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS AND RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 3
Current AffairsGeneral KnowledgeRenaissance in Kerala
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 4
Basic idea filter circuitsCurrent sourcesKCLKVLMaximum power transfer theoremsMesh analysisNetwork graphNode analysisNorton’s theoremResonanceSteady state sinusoidal networksSuperposition theoremThevenin’s theoremThree phase circuitsTransient response of dc networksTwo port networkVoltage sourcesBridgesDigital voltmetersDynamometer type instrumentsFrequency measurementInduction type instrumentsInstrument transformersMeasurement of currentMeasurement of energyMeasurement of powerMeasurement of power factorMeasurement of voltageMoving iron instrumentsMultimetersOscilloscopesPhase measurementPMMC instrumentsPotentiometersPotentiometric error analysisQ-metersRecordersTime measurementAuto-transformersArmature reactionCommutationGenerator characteristicsSpeed control of motorsStarting of motorsTypesWindingsEnergy conversion principlesServo motorsSingle phase induction motorsEfficiencyEquivalent circuitPhasor diagramRegulationTestsStepper motorsApplicationsParallel operation of generatorsPerformanceRegulationStarting characteristicsSynchronous motorPerformance characteristicsPrinciplesSpeed controlStartingTypesConnectionsParallel operationDesign of distribution systems with light power and motor loadsMat earthingPipe earthingPlate earthingDesign of indoor 11 KV substation upto 630 KVADesign of outdoor 11 KV substation upto 630 KVAHT and LT breaker control panelsInstallation of induction motorsInstallation of protective devicesInstallation of standby generatorInstallation of switchgearsInstallation of transformersLightning arrestersCable glandsGuidelines of cable installationSelection of cablesMeteringPre-commissioning tests of cablesPre-commissioning tests of generatorsPre-commissioning tests of transformersProtectionProtection of standby generatorSelection of protective devicesSelection of standby generatorSelection of switchgearsSelection of transformersAmpere’s lawBiot and Savart’s lawCapacitanceDielectricsElectric field due to line charge distributionElectric field due to plane charge distributionElectric field due to point charge distributionElectric field due to spherical charge distributionGauss theoremInductancePotential due to line charge distributionPotential due to plane charge distributionPotential due to point charge distributionPotential due to spherical charge distributionBasic concepts of adjustable speed ac drivesBasic concepts of adjustable speed dc drivesFully controlled convertersHalf controlled convertersGTOsIGBTsMOSFETsPhase control rectifiersPrinciples of choppersPrinciples of invertersPrinciples of operation of semiconductor power devicesSemiconductor power diodesStatic characteristics of semiconductor power devicesThyristorsTransistorsTriacsTriggering circuitsBasic power generation conceptsBus admittance matricesBus impedance matricesCable insulationCable performanceCircuit breakersCoronaDifferential protectionDigital protectionDistance protectionDistribution systemsEconomic operationEqual area criteriaHVDC transmissionLoad flowPer-unit quantitiesPower factor correctionPrinciples of over-current protectionRadio interferenceSolid state relaySwing curvesSymmetrical components fault analysisSystem stability conceptsTransmission line modelsTransmission line performanceVoltage control
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 5
BoilersBrayton cycleCalorific cyclesCombustion value of gaseous fuelsCombustion value of liquid fuelsCombustion value of solid fuelsMethods for improving the efficiency of cyclesProperties of steamRankine cycleAbrasive materialsCeramicsFerrous metalsGlassesHardness testImpact testMechanical properties of engineering materialsNon-ferrous metalsPlasticsSiliconTensile testBernoulli’s equationCalculation of head lossCavitationCoefficient of frictionContinuity equationDraft tubeEuler’s equation for energy transferFlow through a pipeFluidFluid propertiesHydraulic pumpsHydraulic resistancesHydraulic turbinesInstruments for measuring rate of flowManometersPascal’s lawPitot tubePositive displacement pumpsAbsorptivityCalculation of thermal resistancesDiathermic and non-diathermic radiationEmissivityEquation of heat conductionHeat conduction through cylinderHeat conduction through platesHeat conduction through sphereModes of heat transferMonochromatic emissive powerNewton’s law of convective heat coolingOverall heat transfer coefficientPrinciples in radiation heat transferRadiation shape factorReflectivitySolar constantTransmissivityBrazingCastingElectrical discharge machiningElectrochemical machiningForgingCuttingDrillingGrindingMillingShapingTaper turningThread turningTurningPrinciple, application and advantages of CNC machinesRollingSolderingWeldingBelt drivesBrakesChain drivesClassification of gearsClutchesCouplingsGear drivesGear trainsRope drivesAir conditioningAir washersHuman comfortIndustrial air conditioningPsychrometric processesPsychrometric propertiesPsychrometryTypes of refrigerantsVapour compression refrigeration systemsAir standard cyclesCarnot cycleConcepts of thermodynamicsLaws of thermodynamicsP-V and T-S diagrams
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Motor Vehicles Inspector
The Kerala PSC AMVI (Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector) exam is a job opportunity for individuals with diplomas or bachelor's degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Automobile Engineering, allowing them to work as government employees in a technical field.
120m
9s
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MODULE IX: TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT AND MODERN VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY
Sec 1
Automobile pollution and controlFuel injection system in Petrol engine and Diesel engineModern vehicle accessories and safety devicesTransportation Management
MODULE-V
Sec 2
BOILERSLathe and lathe worksPower plantsWelding
MODULE VII: CHASSIS SYSTEMS
Sec 3
Brake SystemChassis and frameSteering SystemSuspension System
MODULE-III
Sec 4
CompressorsIC enginesTHERMAL ENGINEERING
MODULE VI : ENGINE CONSTRUCTION AND RELATED SYSTEMS
Sec 5
Constructional details of IC EnginesFuel SystemLubrication and Cooling System
MODULE- I
Sec 6
Current Affairs & Renaissance in KeralaGeneral knowledge
MODULE VIII: TRANSMISSION AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Sec 7
Electrical SystemTransmission system
MODULE-II
Sec 8
FLUID FLOWHYDRAULICS
MODULE-IV
Sec 9
Rivets, nut and boltsShear force and bending momentSTRENGTH OF MATERIAL
Technical
100 Marks
COMMERCIAL TAX OFFICER
The Commercial Tax Officer position is a government post under the Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) in the commercial tax department. It involves responsibilities in tax administration, including the assessment and collection of commercial taxes, enforcement of tax laws, and investigation of tax evasion.
120m
6s
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PART I: ACCOUNTANCY & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Sec 1
BOOK KEEPING AND ACCOUNTANCY : Introduction to Accounting-Meaning, Definition, Need, Importance, Advantages , Capital and Revenue, Reserves, Provision, Depreciation, Accounting concepts and conventions- Journal and journal Entry , Leger and ledger Postings, Preparation of Cash Book ( Three column), Preparation of Trial Balance- Rectification of errors- Preparation of Final Accounts of Sole Trader.Budgetary Control- Meaning of Budget, Budgeting and Budgetary control, Preparation of various Budgets, Classification of Budgets-Fixed and Flexible, Budgetary Control as a Management Tool, Installation of Budgetary Control System, Limitations of Budgetary Control System- Zero based Budgeting.Cash Flow Analysis –Need, Meaning, Importance, Utility, Sources of Cash, Application of Cash, Format of Cash Flow Statement, Preparation of Cash Flow Statement, Difference Between Fund Flow and Cash Flow Statement, Cash Forecast.COST ACCOUNTING: Meaning, Objectives, Concept of Cost, Elements of Cost –Material, Labour, Overhead , Cost Sheet and its Preparation, Cost Classification, Cost Unit, Cost Centre, Cost Estimate and Ascertainment , Cost Allocation and Apportionment, Cost Reduction and Cost Control, Installation of Costing System , Methods and Techniques of Costing –Contract Costing, Job Costing, Tender Costing .JOINT STOCK COMPANY-Accounting for Share Capital, Issue and Redemption of Debentures- Preparation of Final Accounts .MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING: Meaning, Definition – Functions, Scope, Functions of Management Accountant, Management Accounting Principles, Utility of Management Accounting, Tools of Management Accounting: Fund Flow Analysis –Need, Meaning, Uses of Funs Flow Statement, Schedule of changes in Working Capital, Preparation of Fund Flow Statement , , Funds Forecast.PARTNERSHIP ACCOUNTS: Basic Concepts, Nature- Partnership Act, 1932 and Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008, Partnership Deed - Preparation of Final Accounts – Reconstitution of Partnership firm-Admission, Retirement, Death and Dissolution.Working Capital Management – Working Capital –concept , definition, Types, Factors Determining Working Capital , Estimation of Working Capital ,Working Capital Management – meaning, Management of Cash, Management of Inventories, Management of Accounts Receivables and Management of Accounts Payables- Over and Under Trading, Banking Policy- Dehajia, Tandon and Chore Committees.Capital Structure and Cost of Capital -: Meaning, Capital Structure Planning, Optimum Capital Structure, Capital Structure Theories, Net Income Approach, Net Operating Income Approach, Traditional Approach and Modi Gilani Miller Approach. Cost of Capital- Meaning, Computation, Cost of Debt, Cost of Equity, Cost of Preference Shares And Weighted Average Cost of Capital.Dividend Decision -: Factors influencing Dividend Policy, Cash Dividend, Stock Dividend and Stock Split, Dividend Models, Walter’s Model, Gordon’s Model and Modi Gilani Miller Model.Finance Decision -: Sources of Funds, Long Term , Medium Term and Short Term, Equity Shares , Preference Shares, Debentures and Bonds, Institutional Borrowings, Public Deposits, Lease Financing, Venture Capital, Commercial Paper and Factoring.Finance Function -: Meaning, Scope and Objectives of Financial Management, Financial Forecasting, Financial Planning and steps in Financial Planning.Investment Decision -: Long Term Investment, Capital Budgeting Process, Selection of Projects, Estimation of Cash Flows, Project Evaluation Techniques, Pay back period, Average Rate of Return, Net Present Value Method and Internal Rate of Return.
PART III a: Salient Features of Indian Constitution
Sec 2
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.
PART IV a: RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 3
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghesc Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories, printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
PART IV b: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS
Sec 4
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
PART II: LAW
Sec 5
(i)The Central Sales Tax Act, 1956, The Central Sales Tax Rules (Registration and Turnover), 1956, and The Central Sales Tax (Kerala) Rules, 1957 : Definitions – Interstate Sale - Interstate Trade or Commerce, Imports, Exports – Declared Goods-Authorities- Registration of Dealers-Rates of Tax- Determination of Turn over – Levy and Collection of Tax- Appeal- Offences and Penalties.(ii)The Kerala General Sales Tax Act, 1963, and The Kerala General Sales Tax Rules, 1963 : Definitions- Authorities- Incidence and Levy of Tax- Registration and Permit – Assessment and Collection – Inspection – Appeal and Revision – Refund – Offences and Penalties.(iii)The Kerala Value Added Tax Act, 2003, and The Kerala Value Added Tax Rules, 2005 : Definitions- Authorities- Incidence and Levy of Tax – Registration and Permit – Assessment – Recovery - Inspection – Appeal – Revision – Settlement of Cases- Refund – Offences and Penalties.(i)The Kerala Agricultural Income Tax Act, 1991, and The Kerala Agricultural Income Tax Rules, 1991 : Definitions – Authorities- Charge, Computation and Composition of Tax- Clubbing of Income- Procedure for assessment – Collection and Recovery – Appeal and Revision- Refund – Offences and Penalties.(ii)The Kerala Money Lenders’ Act, 1958 : Definitions – Authorities- Licensing Procedure – Interest and Charges – Power to Deposit in Court – Duties of Money Lenders- Power to Cancel Licence- Offences and Penalties(iii)The Kerala Tax on Luxuries Act, 1976, and The Kerala Tax on Luxuries Rules, 1976 : Definitions- Authorities- Levy and Collection – Registration of Establishments – Returns- Compounding- Assessment and Collection – Confiscation –Refund – Appeal and Revision – Offences and Penalties.(iv)The Kerala Revenue Recovery Act, 1968, and The Kerala Revenue Recovery Rules, 1968 : Definitions – Modes of Recovery of Arrears of Public Revenue –Procedural Formalities- Remedies.(i)The Indian Contract Act, 1872 : Requisites of Contract- Formalities – Consideration – Void Agreements and Voidable Contracts- Vitiating Elements – Contingent Contract- Performance – Breach – Modes of Discharge of Contract- Quasi Contract – Damages- Indemnity – Guarantee- Bailment- Agency .(ii)Sale of Goods Act, 1930 : Definitions – Contract of Sale- Effect- Performance- Rights and Liabilities of Seller and Buyer- Condition and Warranty – Auction Sale – Caveat Emptor – Remedies.(iii)Indian Partnership Act, 1932, and The Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008 : Definitions – Nature – Relation of Partners- Types of Partnership- Rights and Liabilities of Partners- Modes of Dissolution- Incorporation – Liability – Investigation- Winding up and Dissolution.
PART III b. Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Sec 6
Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc.Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in Chemical Engineering (Polytechnic)
This is a recruitment examination conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Lecturer in Chemical Engineering (Polytechnic) within the Technical Education Department.
75m
15s
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Part II: e Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
2G and 3G technologies – CDMA and GSM. Compare.Active and passive devices – working, applications, comparison – only review – LED and CFL lighting and LED lighting. Diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply with bridge rectifier. 7805 and SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMD – advantages – Static electricity. Precautions in handling electronic circuits.Block Diagram – UPS and inverter. Online and off line UPS. Differentiate – Battery selection for UPS and inverter.E-wasteHealth hazards of E-waste.MicrocontrollersMobile technologyON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPST, DPDT. Working and applications of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.SwitchesUPS & Inverter
Part III: FLUID MECHANICS
Sec 2
Absolute Pressure, Gauge Pressure, Total Pressure Manometers – U Tube, Differential & Inclined Tube Manometers – Liquid column Manometers.Ball valvesButterfly valveCompressors, Blowers and Vacuum Systems - Displacement compressors, vacuum pumps and ejectors. Nash HyTor.Computation of Fluid Head, Static head, Impact head, Velocity head, Potential head – Total Mechanical energy, efficiency. Relation between Velocity distribution in pipes. Expressing Fluid Friction. Maximum and average velocity. Wake formation (Description only)Critical Velocity, Reynolds Number, Viscous, Turbulent Flows Transition range & Velocity distribution in pipes.Density, Specific gravity, Viscosity, Newton’s law of viscosity, Newtonian and Non-Newtonian fluid, Viscosity Index, Red wood viscometer.Diaphragm valveDouble suction type - Split case and multistage centrifugal pumps – Priming of centrifugal pumps - self priming and Priming.Expressions – simple problems.Fluid displacement pump – AirLift, Acid gge, Jet pumps, Electro magnetic pumpsFluid HeadFriction in straight pipe – Poiseuille-Hagen equation for viscous flow (no derivation). Empirical and problems. Reynolds’s number and relative roughness on friction factor. Involving friction loss in pipe fittings. Economic pipe diameter.Fundamentals of flow control mechanism and valve classifications.Gate valve and its variations like sluice valve and slide valve.Measurements – Displacement meters, piston and wet gas meter, rotating disc meter, meters – Electro magnetic flow meter.Method- mechanical method and special methods.Pipe fittings – fittings for screwed, welded and flanged joints.Pipes & tubes: Pipes and tube – Pipe fittings and standardsPlug valve (cocks) – lubricating plug valves - 2 way and 3 way and nonPositive displacement and Centrifugal.Pressure Measuring InstrumentsProperties of FluidsPump ClassificationsRotary – gear pump, screw pumps, lobe pumps – Diaphragm pumps.Sealing of rotating shafts – stuffing boxes and mechanical sealsSimple and duplex – single acting and double acting.Stop valves – Globe valveTransportation of fluidsTypes of Flows
MASS TRANSFER
Sec 3
AbsorptionApplications of leaching – batch and continuous – heap leaching – percolation tanks – Shanks.Definition and General mechanism of diffusional processes – Mathematical expressions for Adiabatic saturation temperature – wet bulb temp atmospheric – natural – cooling towers.DiffusionDistillationDistillation as an interphase mass transfer – industrial application – definition of terms – lessDryingFractionationHumidificationLeachingMechanism of Absorption – conditions of equilibrium between gas and liquid – Henry’s law.Molecular diffusion – Fick’s rate equation – molar flux – steady state diffusion of a gas A.Purpose and industrial applications – classifications – drying equipment – tray dryer – tunnel.Rectification, Azeotropic distillation, extractive distillation, molecular distillation and fractionation.
Part VII: POLYMER TECHNOLOGY
Sec 4
Addition polymerization, Step polymerization, Chain polymerization, Anionic and cationic polymerization, Polymerization by condensationDifferent types of co-polymers – Random, block, graft co-polymer – Characteristic features and applications of co-polymerization-polycondensationEngineering PlasticsEthylene, Propylene, Vinyl Chloride, Styrene.Important sources of monomers and manufacturing of the followingIntroduction to polymersManufactureManufacture of Man Made FibersNylon, Viscose Rayon, Polyesterof thermoplastics – Commodity plasticsPlastics – Rubber – Fiber – adhesive – coatingsPolyethylene (2) PolypropyleneThermosetting / Thermoplastic – Specialty plasticsTypes of polymerization reaction
Part II: b Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 5
Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates.Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brickCement – varieties and grade of cement and its usesChain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio, Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.ConstructionLevellingLevelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem) – Modern survey instruments – Electronics, Total station, theodolite, Distomat.Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond – Flemish bond (One brick wall).MaterialsParts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations.Steel – types of steel for reinforcement, steel structural sections, bars.Surveying
PARTICLE TECHNOLOGY
Sec 6
Agitation and MixingAgitation, Sedimentation and Mixing. Sedimentation separation in liquid medium – batch sedimentation – application of batch - Principle of froth flotation cells - froth flotation cells – simple flow sheet for flotation plantAir separation methods: cyclone separator – air separator – Electrostatic. Bag filterCentrifugal force developed in centrifuges – classification of centrifuges – batch – semiCentrifugationClassification of filters.Continuous filter – rotary drum – working cycle – methods of cake discharge – installationFilter operation – effect of pressure – constant pressure and constant volume filtration.Filter presses – plate and frame filter press, non – washing, open delivery, washing, closedFiltration as a solid, liquid separation in industry and its application.floating roofFluidizationHoppers – bins – Devices for discharge of solids. Angle of repose – Conveyor types – belt conveyor – screw conveyor – apron conveyor – scraper conveyor – chain conveyor – pneumatic conveyors – auxiliary equipment pneumatic conveying systemLaws of crushing – Kick’s law – Rittinger’s law – Bond’s law – Jaw crusher – gyratory – Average particle size – volume surface mean, Specific surface of mixture diameterLeaf filters – Moore filter – pressure and vacuum typesMechanism of fluidization – conditions for fluidization – batch fluidization – boiling effectNature of the materials to be crushed – hardness, structure, moisture content, crushingPurpose of agitation – agitation equipment – propellers, paddles and turbines – Flow pattern in agitated vessels – prevention of swirling – draft tubes and baffles – their power consumption in agitated vessels – simple problems in determination of power.Sand filter – open – closedScreen Analysis: efficiency and capacity of screensSize ReductionSize Separation and Fluidization. Standard screenssphere on Hot – wet and dry – gas holders – pressure cylinders specificationsStorage and Transportation of Solids, Gases and Liquids. Storage of solidsStorage of gasesStorage of liquidStorage of volatile liquidsstorage tanksTyler and U. S. Screens.Types of crushing equipments, coarse crushers – intermediate crushers – fine grinders – openTypes of screening equipment – grizzlies – trammels, shaking screens, vibrating screens
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Sec 7
Air PollutionAnalog and digital signal transmission, D/A, A/D converter, Telemetering devicesAnalog and Instrumentation diagram for the followingComputerized Control and Instrumentation Diagrams Descriptive treatment of the followingControl room – panels and control room functionsDifferent flow meters and level measuring instruments Level measurementDistillation plantHeat exchangerInstrumentation & Process Control Principles of measurementInstruments for indication, recording and remote control.Maintenance – maintenance of chemical plant – Replacement equipments – Trouble and remedial actions – StartNoise PollutionOff line and on line measurement – Humidity - Dew point method, wet bulb method – hygrometer, electrical type – Moisture content in different products – Spectrophotometry, mass spectrography, Chromatographic analysis – flame photometry,Plant InspectionPollution and Control Of dust emissions – ESP, Bag filters, absorbers, scrubbers, etc – sources of gaseous pollutantsPressure – Manometers – diaphragm gauges, bellow gauges, strain gaugesProcess Control Recorders, timersRadioactive PollutionSafety, Fire EngineeringSecondary, Tertiary – BOD, COD determinationSight glass, box – float type, displacement type (torque tube), diaphragmSolid Waste – Noise pollution – Noise control program – TVL, SIL, NIE – Noise barriers – Composition of earth – Methods of disposal – Sources of radioactive waste. Effects of radioactive pollution – monitoringSpecific Gravity, Humidity & Instrumental methods of analysis Specific gravityTemperature – Bimetallic – filled system thermometers – thermocouples – resistanceThe importance and need for safety measures in industries – Define the meaning of the term – factory, accident, frequency rate, severity rate – Identify the various accident factors, mechanical, personal factors, environmental factors – Discuss the 4 E’s of accident prevention technique – List the precautions to be observed while working in an hazardous environment – Explain briefly the artificial respiration methods – Safety practices in a chemical industries – Flammable – Flammable limit – explosive limit – Inflatable limit – C, LD 50, LC 50 – TLV, STEL, TLV – characteristics of hazardous material – flammable liquidsTransducers - Characteristics of measuring elements and process control system – closed and open loop systemsWater Pollution
Part I: General Knowledge, Current Affairs and Renaissance in Kerala
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Akkamma Cherian, Anna Chandy, Lalithambika Antharjanam, Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalithambika Antharjanam, etc. others PrabhuAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Awakening Through LiteratureCentre-State Relations- Legislative- Administrative and Financial.Efforts To Reform The SocietyEmergency Provisions.Executive- Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights- Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles -Fundamental Duties.General Knowledge and Current AffairsGENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRSIntroduction to English education- various missionary organisations and their founding-functioning- educational institutions, printing press, etc.Kodungalloor Kunjikkuttan Thampuran, Thunchath Ezhuthachan, Cherusseri Namboothiri, Kunchan Nambiar, Melpathur Narayana Bhattathiri, Valmiki, Ezhuthachan, A R Rajaraja Varma, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, Kumaran Asan, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, C V Raman Pillai, G Sankara Kurup, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer, Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varkey, S K Pottakkad and others.Leaders Of RenaissanceLiterary FiguresMalayala Manorama, Desabhimani, Vivekoday, Mithavadi, Swadeshabhimani, Malayali, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarshi, Kesari, Mathrubhumi, AIA, Bhashaposhini, Ameen, Prabhatham, Yuktivadi, etc.Purana Sahithya, Nadaka Sahithya, Novel, Drama, Poetry, Library movement etc.Religious-Social reform MovementsRENAISSANCE IN KERALARole Of Press In RenaissanceSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSalient features of the Constitution -Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangam, Vala Samudaya Parishkarana Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangam, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Araya Samajam, Brahmananda Shivayogi, Vagbhatananda, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru) Dr. Palpu, Padmanabhan Ayyappan, Mammanc Thangal, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampady John Joseph, Kuttamath Padmanabhan, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Moulavi, Mathil Thangal, V T Bhattathirippad, Blessed Kuriakose Chavara, Barrister P G Madhavan, KT Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, Arva, C K Kumara Panicker, K Ayyappan, Dr. Palpu, C V Kunhuraman, K Krishnan Kurukoor, Neelakandan Namboodiripad, P K Velayudhan Arayan, P Krishna Pillai, K Kelappan, K P Chathan Master, P K Nellan, T R Krishnaswami Ayyar, C Kesavan, C M Padmanabhan, Swami Ananda Theerthan Joseph, Kuttipuzha Krishna Pillai and others.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of Atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts, etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation, etc.Social Welfare Legislations and ProgrammesThycaud Ayyavu, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyankali, Chattampi Swamikal, Poikayil Appachan, Vagbhatananda, Brahmananda Shivayogi (Kumara Guru) Dr. Palpu, Padmanabhan, Ayyappan Sadasivan, Mampuram Thangal, K P Karuppan Pandit, Joseph John Pampadi, Kuttamath Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Moulavi, Mathil Thangal, Blessed Kuriakose Chavara, Barrister P G Madhavan, K T Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C K Kumara Panicker, K Ayyappan, Dr. Palpu, C V Kunhuraman, K Krishnan Kurukoor, P K Kesava Menon, P K Neelakandan Namboodiripad, P K Velayudhan Arayan, P Krishna Pillai, K Kelappan, K P Chathan Master, P K Nellan, T R Krishnaswami Ayyar, C Kesavan, C M Padmanabhan, Swami Ananda Theerthan Joseph, Kuttipuzha Krishna Pillai and others.Towards A New SocietyWomen And Social Change
Part II: Technical Mathematics
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Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope - intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equations using Cramer’s rule in three unknown.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and Minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Trigonometric functions. Signs of functions in each quadrant. values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Part II: d Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 10
Basic idea of electric circuitCircuit parametersEarthing, lightning protection.Electrical circuit of an installationElectrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units, calculation of energy and power, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.R, L, C. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of a typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Part VI: Chemical Technology
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BiotechnologyCatalysts – Batch and Continuous process, Materials, manufacturing process for toilet & laundry soaps. Comparison with soap, Biodegradability of detergents, detergent additives and formulationCeramicsChlorine.Classification by liming, evaporation, Stranding and filtration, bleaching, Refined glusures, and drying – crystallization and centrifugingDefinition of substrate, nutrients Brewing – production of alcoholic beverages by fermentation (a schematic outline)Diaphragm cell – mercury cell – membrane cells – manufacture of solid caustic soda.Different grades of starch. Bleaching – Synthetic tanning agents, and finishing operationsdifferent grades; manufacturing method – carbon, Alumina brick. UsesExplosives, Insecticides and PowderExtraction of oils – oil expellers - Refining of vegetable oils, neutralization, bleaching and deodorisationGlassGlycerine, cellulose nitrate, smokeless powder, Trinitrotoluene manufacture – Action – inorganic – sulphur compounds – phosphorus compounds – chemistry – mode of actionHydrochloric AcidIntroduction – Importance of Sulphuric Acid – properties and uses – raw materials – pyrites, sulphur – production of sulphur dioxide – cleaning.Introduction to Chemical Engineering, Chemical Industrial Process: Major industries in Kerala and India – Raw materials and products – Economic importance ofMicro organisms – enzymes – definition, functions and types.Nitric AcidOils And FatsPaper – Paper industry in India and its future – Soda mechanical pulping – details of process and plant - Paper manufacture - Details of paper machinePhosphoric AcidPreparation and purification of brineproperties and uses – reaction – catalyst – manufacturing process – concentrationproperties and uses and commercial grades – manufacture of HydrochloricProperties, uses and grades, raw materials manufacturing process. Wet and dryPulp & PaperRancidity Of – acid value, saponification value and iodine value.raw material – main unit operation and processreaction and flow diagram, light and heavy, Ammmonia grades – manufacture of Ammonia – different source of synthesis gas process at low and high pressure for soda Ash, Merits and demerits.Sugar, Starch and LeatherSulphuric AcidWaterWater sources – impurities – characteristics – softening methods, Lime soda process
Part V: HEAT TRANSFER
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Calculation in heat exchangers – Heat transfer equipments – Heaters and heat exchangers – single pass shell floating head – plate heat exchangers, double pipe heat exchangers, use of baffles on shell side of heat exchangers – basis of classification – horizontal tube – vertical tube – climbing film – falling film – forced circulationConvection and RadiationEvaporatorsHeat transfer by ConductionHeat transfer by conduction in solids – steady and unsteady state flow – units of heat flow – definition – Single wall. Derivation of equation and simple problems – Thermal conductivity – units.Heat Transfer EquipmentsMultiple Effect Evaporators – Area – capacity – steam economy – factors that control heat transfer coefficient and effect of hydrostatic method of feeding evaporators – advantages of multiple effect evaporator – simple problems in determining concentration and temperature in each effect – steam economy and capacity – industrial uses – optimum temperature differences – incorporating heat pump cycle in fruit evaporation.Steady state conduction through composite wall in series derivation of equation and simple problems – Steady state conduction through cylindrical wall and spherical wall derivation – problems of overall heat transfer coefficient from individual heat transfer coefficient – simple problems.Transfer to fluid without phase change – Forced convection and Free convection – Hydrodynamic boundary layers – thermal boundary layer – Liquids. Flash building – maximum – regimes of boiling – saturated boiling – sub cooled boiling.
FUELS & COMBUSTION
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composition of – classification – origin of coal – theories of origin of coal – ranking of low temperature carbonization – storage of coal – Beehive oven – Otto Hoffmann by product oven – composition, calorific value and uses of above gas fuels – blast furnace gas.composition of coal for industrial purpose – classification of furnaces – construction and working.Cooling and refrigeration – solar drying – distillation and cooking – working of silicon cell – conversion – Schematic diagram of OTEC – Geo thermal power – Geo thermal power station in India.fractional distillation – petroleum products – cracking – catalytic, thermal, hydrocracking – polymerization – knocking agent – octane number – cetane number – removal of sulphur – storage of liquid fuels, gasoline, kerosene, LPG.Fuel Burning Systems and Furnaces, Analysis of Fuel Properties and usesNon Conventional EnergyPetroleumPreparation of nuclear materialsSolid Fuels and Gaseous Fuels Solid fuelsUranium, Thorium, Plutonium fuel.
Part II: c Basic Mechanical Engineering
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Definition, classification – two stroke engines and four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, comparison between petrol and diesel engines explain with sketch the working, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydro electric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal power plant (Steam and Diesel) with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.The importance of IC EnginesThe importance of Power Plants
Part IV: STOICHIOMETRY
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Gas Laws and Their ApplicationsGas mixtures – Dalton’s Law, Amagat’s law, Volume % = mole % = partial pressure %. AverageIdeal gases – gas laws (derivation is not required)Material BalancesMaterial Balances involving Chemical Reactions, Chemical reactionsNot involving chemical reactionsSimple problems involving single gas.stoichiometric proportions of reactants, complete and incomplete reactionsTypes of processes – Material balance equations – key component – material balance problemUnits and dimensions, conversion of units, dimensionless group, chemical formulae, mass
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Syllabus Explorer
Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 2
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Fuels and Combustion and Applied Thermodynamics
Sec 3
Air Standard Cycles: Reversible and irreversible cycle. Available work and energy of a cycle. Theoretical thermal efficiency and air standard efficiency. Pressure-volume diagram and temperature-entropy diagram. Derivation of formulae for air standard efficiency of Carnot cycle, Otto cycle, Diesel cycle – problems to find air standard efficiency.Power Developed in I. C. Engines: Indicator diagram and measurement of mean effective pressure. Engine indicators. Indicated power, brake power, friction power, indicated thermal efficiency, brake thermal efficiency, volumetric efficiency, specific fuel consumption, Morse test and preparation of heat balance sheet. Air compressors – uses of compressed air, classification of air compressors – working of single stage and multistage air compressors. Intercooler.Thermodynamic Processes: Revision of topics like, thermodynamic system, thermodynamic properties, boundary, state, process, internal energy, flow of work, enthalpy, and entropy, first and second law of thermodynamics. Specific heats at constant volume and at constant pressure. Establish the relation between specific heats and gas constant. Derivation of formulae for work, heat, change in internal energy, relation between pressure, volume and temperature during constant volume, constant pressure, constant temperature, adiabatic and polytropic processes – problems.Combustion Phenomenon in CI Engines: Stages of combustion in CI engines – various air fuel ratios – delay period and variables affecting the delay period – Diesel Knock and its controlCombustion Phenomenon in SI Engines: Stages of combustion in SI engines – the effects of engine variables – ignition lag – flame propagation – abnormal combustion – detonation, pre-ignition & surface ignition.Fossil and non Fossil Fuels: Properties of SI and CI engine fuels – Properties and performances – LPG, CNG, Alcohol – Hydrogen and Bio-diesel – Bi-fuel and Dual fuel systems – electric cars, hybrid vehicles – fuel cellSuper Charging & Air Conditioning System: Super charging – Effects of super charging. Methods of supercharging and turbo charging. Lean burn engines – Automobile air conditioning system – working – components and their location, Refrigerants, their properties, refrigeration controls
Automobile Service & Maintenance and Transport Management
Sec 4
Introduction to Servicing and Maintenance of Automobiles: Various signs showing the necessity of overhauling engine decarburizing, vacuum test, compression test and cylinder leakage test. Causes of excessive lubricating oil consumption. Engine dismantling and assembling. Checking of engine components – causes of cylinder wear – cylinder rebooting and honing – linear replacement. Servicing of valves. Valve adjustment and defects of valves. Piston defects and reconditioning methods. Testing of connecting rods. Defects and reconditioning methods. Measurement of bearing clearance and adjustment of connecting rod bearings. Crank shaft balancing and machining processes. Renewal of flywheel ring gear.Servicing of Clutch Assembly: Fitting of clutch, clutch adjustments. Removal and refitting of trans-axle. Dismantling of propeller shaft and universal joint. Defects in propeller shaft. Servicing of differential and rear axle. Removal of axles in full floating, semi floating and three quarter floating types. Differential troubles and adjustments. Tube repair. Causes of tyre wear. Tyre rotation, retreading and balancing of wheels.Servicing of Petrol Engine: Defects in coil ignition system like ‘No spark’, weak spark, Intermitted spark and spark at some wires. Testing of ignition system components. Setting of ignition timing. Checking of advancing units. Servicing of spark plug. Trouble shooting of fuel system. Testing of A. C. mechanical pump. Tuning of carburettor. Causes of excessive fuel consumption and defects of carburettor. Engine tuning procedure. Servicing of diesel engine – F. I. pump timing and bleeding of diesel fuel system. Testing of Nozzles. Phasing and calibration of F. I. pump. Defects of F. I. Pump and Nozzles. Troubles and diagnosis in MPFI and CRDI systems.Servicing of Suspension System: Checking of wheel alignment. Adjustment of torsion bars. Care and maintenance of vibration dampers. Replacement of suspension rubber bushes. Play adjustment in steering gear boxes. Centralizing steering wheel. Troubles in steering system. Brake shoe removal and re-lining. Brake bleeding and adjustment. Servicing of master cylinder and wheel cylinder checking of braking efficiency. Troubles in hydraulic and air brake systems. Periodic and break down maintenances. Maintenance schedule. Cleaning of vehicle in a service station. Equipment used in a service station.Vehicle Body Engineering: Car body construction details, major body sections of a passenger car – front section, centre section, rear section, construction types – conventional body over frame, unitised frame and body construction. Fibre reinforced and Metal reinforced body structures. Classification of coach work, coach and bus body styles, typical layout of bus and coach body, typical layout of commercial vehicles, vehicle body materials – steel, light alloys, plastics, textiles, glass, wood, aluminium materials, adhesives and their properties, corrosion and their prevention. Hand tool study, power tool and equipment, shop safety, minor repairs – repairing plastics, hood, bumper, fender, lid, and trim service, door, roof, glass service, passenger compartment service Major body repair – frame repair, frame / body damage measurement, frame re-alignment. Paint materials, paint characteristics, refinishing process – paint removal, preparing bare metal, prime coat selection, final sanding, masking, surface cleaning. Spray guns, equipment and material preparation, spray gun setup, spray booth.Bus Operation: Factors governing bus schedule – making a bus schedule – operating characteristics – trip generation and trip distribution – Number of buses required for operation – preparation of time table for bus and crew – factors governing crew scheduling – making a crew scheduling. Intermediate public transport in Indian cities (IPT) / Para transit, Characteristics of IPT modes, Light rail transit (LRT/Tram), electric trolley bus (ETB), Magnetic levitation (MAGLEV) system, container freight station, Trailer, on flat car, Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV).Fare collection – Route planning – Fare structure and table – trip sheet and way bill – ticket system – accident prevention – operational cost – fare methods – fare stage – organization of automotive business – marketing background – functions of marketing activities – workshop management – responsibilities of dealer – duties of workshop staff – warranty, Consignment shipment.Features of M. V. Act: Definition of terms – test for drivers and conductors – registration of vehicles – duties of drivers and conductors – traffic signs – mode of staffing in a depot – site selection and facilities in a depot – M. T. O. and functional wings – organization chart – type of co-ordination and co-coordinating factors.Importance of Roads: Traffic studies and high way planning – Road geometry – width of high way – gradient – cross section of road – super elevation and sight distance – road intersection – traffic lights – location of bus stop, bus bay, zebra crossing and parking positions – traffic census. Insurance surveying – companies – classification of policies – third party insurance – factors involved in assessing – MACT
Autoelectrical systems and equipments
Sec 5
Battery: Introduction, Types of battery. Brief description of lead acid and alkaline cell, Constructional details of lead acid cell, nickel alkaline cell, Active materials of lead acid cell, Chemical action of lead acid cell, Rating of Battery, Capacity of Battery – ampere hour and watt hour, Efficiency Battery – ampere hour and watt hour, Effect of discharge rate on voltage and capacity, Effect of temperature on voltage and capacity, Battery charging, Constant voltage, Constant current. Defects – Effect of overheating, Effect of overcharging, dislocation of active material, sulphation, Internal short circuits, Corrosion / sulphation of terminals. Testing of battery – Polarity test, State of charge, Specific gravity test by hydrometer, high rate discharge test by cell tester, Cadmium test, Lamp test Care and maintenance of battery – Topping up of Battery & other maintenance schedule, Storage of lead acid battery (in dry & wet condition), Maintenance free battery.Generator and Alternator: Constructional details of automobile dynamo – special features of automobile dynamo, constructional details of alternator – special features of automobile alternator, charging system – Introduction – necessity, Types of regulators – circuit diagram, Cut out, Voltage regulator, current regulator – 3 stage, Electronic voltage regulator in alternators, Starter motor & its drive mechanism, Introduction, Starting of I. C. Engine (Petrol & Diesel) – motor characteristics, Terms like Engine torque – motor torque – cranking speed – motor locked torque etc, starter switch, starter motor – constructional features – special features of automobile starters, Starter Motor Drives, Necessity, Types of starter motor drives – mechanisms of – Bendix drive (inboard & outboard), Over running Clutch, Axial starter (sliding armature), Pre-engaged typeLighting system & other electrical accessories: Head light – Reflectors, lenses, Bulbs (constructional features), Dazzle and its avoidance, Focusing of head lamps, Automatic dim & bright circuit, other lights – parking light, side lamp, tail lamp, roof lamp, fog lamp, brake light, dash board light, Types of bulbs – vacuum, gas filled, halogen. Introduction, Electrical fuel pump, electric horn, wind screen wiper – types, constructional features, working, Traffic Indicator – Electrical & Electronic, gauges like, fuel level indicator, oil pressure gauge, temperature gauge, Electrically operated – power window, solenoid operated fuel cut off, wind shield washer, constructional features & working, electronically operated central locking system.Spark Ignition System: Introduction, Types of ignition system – coil & magneto – study of coil ignition, Component study of ignition system – ignition coil, Contact breaker points, Cam angle, condenser, distributor, Spark plug – types, Spark plug specifications, Spark advance & retard mechanism (centrifugal & vacuum), Magneto ignition system – Low tension & high tension, Rotating armature & rotating magnet type, Polar inductor type C. D. ignition system, Electronic ignition systems, Magnetic pickup type & hall effect sensor type, Transistorized ignition, computer controlled ignition, Distributor-less ignition system.
Automobile Chassis
Sec 6
Brake Systems: Principle of operation, weight transfer principle, types of brakes – mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, servo brake, Air brake – vacuum brake – fail safe brake – dual brake – antilock brake, Drum and disc brake system – Internal expanding and externally contracting – Layout of brake system, mechanical components, hydraulic – master cylinder, types – working principle – wheel cylinder – brake bleeding, brake shoe. Air brake – construction details – working – details components – servo brakes – working of servo brake – types, vacuum and air – disc brake – constructional details and working of engine exhaust brake – testing of brake efficiency.Chassis: Introduction, constructional details, types of frame, frame for two wheeler, three wheelers and four wheeler, frame sections, bumpers, sub frames, materials used, testing of chassis – Front Axle – Introduction, types – dead & live axle, construction – material – cross section – checking the alignment of front axle, stub axle – different arrangements.Necessity and functions of gearbox: Gearbox constructional features & working of – Sliding mesh gearbox – Constant mesh gearbox – Synchromesh gearbox – progressive type gearbox – Epicyclic gearbox – Torque converter – Gear selector and shifting mechanism, two wheeler transmissions – Gear drive – chain drive – V matic transmission, CVT & ECVT – Automatic transmission in cars – Introduction of Propeller shaft and universal joint – Torque tube drive – Hotchkiss drive – Variable velocity joints – constant velocity joints – Front wheel drive – differential mechanism – Locking differential – limited slip differential – Rear Axles – typesSteering System & Steering Geometry: Principles of steering, Ackerman, Davis fifth wheel, Steering gear box – types, worm & roller, worm & sector, Re-circulating ball, Rack & pinion, Steering linkages – arrangement – components, Power steering – integral – linkage type, Collapsible type steering column, Wheel alignment – factors affecting wheel alignment.Suspension Systems: Types of front suspension for two, three and four wheeler, air suspension, hydro-elastic suspension, rear suspension system. Types – Introduction to springs and shock absorbing devices, Types leaf coil, springs & their arrangements, Helper spring, spring shackle – shackle pin, Telescopic type shock absorber, Hydraulic, gas filled type, twin tube type, Basic suspension movements – pitching, bouncing, rolling etc.Transmission Systems: Various components in transmission required for a good transmission system, principle of friction clutches – constructional features and working of – single plate dry clutch – diaphragm clutch – cone clutch – centrifugal clutch – semi centrifugal clutch – vacuum clutch – hydraulic clutch – electromagnetic clutch – over running clutches – Multiplate clutch (dry & wet) Fluid fly wheel – clutch disc – constructional details and functions of each part, pressure plate – constructional details and functions of each part, Clutch operating mechanism.Wheels & Tyres: Wheels – wire – spoked wheel, disc wheel and alloy cast wheel, composite wheel – wheel specification – Tyre specification – Tyre construction (cross sectional details.) – Tubeless tyre – Tyre treads patterns – Inflation pressure and its effects (both over & under inflation) – Factors affecting tyre performance.
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 7
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 8
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Automobile Power Plant
Sec 9
Constructional Details of I. C. Engines: Cylinder block – Single cylinder and multi-cylinder, materials, Water jackets – cooling fins, cylinder liners – wet type and dry type – materials. Cylinder head – Materials, method of fixing the cylinder block, cylinder head gasket, combustion chamber of petrol engines – expansion chambers Pistons – Trunk type pistons, composite pistons – piston materials expansion control in pistons – methods and types of piston, Piston rings – Materials, method of manufacture, types of rings – compression ring, oil ring and special purpose ring. Gudgeon pin – Types of fastening, material used Connecting rod – Function, materials used big end and small end bearings Crank shaft – different shapes, different crank shaft arrangements Main bearings, Fly wheel functions Types of valves – Poppet, reed valve and disc valve, sodium vapour cooled valves, hydraulic tappet and free valve rotators Classification of engine according to valve arrangement 1-Head, L-Head, T-Head and F-Head engines - Valve operating mechanisms – side cam shaft and over head cam shaft - Inlet and exhaust valve materials, valve timing diagram Cam shaft – functions and drives, cam shaft bearings.Diesel: Various components in Diesel fuel system – types of fuel injection – air injection and mechanical injection, common rail and unit injection system. Types of combustion chamber in Diesel engines – open, turbulent and pre-combustion chamber etc. Fuel injection – single cylinder and multi cylinder. Distributor type pump, rotary type pumps, Fuel feed pump and hand priming, diesel fuel filters. Governors – purpose, types – mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic governors, Fuel injectors – single hole, multi hole, pintle and pintox type.Fuel Systems in Engines ---- Petrol: Different fuel feed systems, A. C. mechanical pump, S U Electrical pump, petrol Filters and air Cleaners, Carburettors, Simple carburettors – parts, principle of working, compensation, mixture strength requirement, modern carburettors, float system, idle and slow speed system, high speed system, Acceleration pump and choke system. Other commercial carburettors, Su, Solex and Solex – Mikuni carburettor. Exhaust system – Manifolds, silencer types, tail pipes etc.Lubrication and cooling system: Lubrication system : Properties of lubricating oil, different ratings of lubricating oil, types of engine lubrication – wet and dry sump lubrication, splash and pressure feed systems. Oil pumps – gear type, Vane type, plunger type and lobe type, pressure relief valve, oil pressure indicator Oil coolers, oil filters, oil seals, Crank case ventilation – dilution Cooling system : - air and water cooling, thermo-siphon and pump circulation system over cooling, under cooling and optimum cooling – thermostat radiators – types, pressure cap, types of coolants, pump, antifreeze solution, cooling fan – types.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 10
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakkoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
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MASS TRANSFER
Sec 1
Absorption: Mechanism of Absorption – conditions of equilibrium between gas and liquid – Henry’s lawDiffusion: Molecular diffusion – molar flux – Fick’s rate equation – steady state diffusion of gas ADistillation: Distillation as an interphase mass transfer – industrial application – definition of terms – lessDrying: Purpose and industrial applications – drying equipment – classifications – tray dryer – tunnelFractionation: Rectification, Azeotropic distillation, extractive distillation, and molecular distillation, rectificationHumidification: General mechanism of diffusional processes – Definitions and mathematical expressions for Adiabatic saturation temperature – wet bulb temp cooling towers – atmospheric – naturalLeaching: Applications of leaching – batch and continuous – heap leaching – percolation tanks – shank
Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 2
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
PARTICLE TECHNOLOGY
Sec 3
Agitation and Mixing: Purpose of agitation – agitation equipment – propellers, paddles and turbines - Flow pattern in agitated vessels – prevention of swirling – draft tubes and baffles – their power consumption in agitated vessels – simple problems in determination of power.Air separation methods: cyclone separator – air separator – bag filter. ElectrostaticCentrifugation Centrifugal force developed in centrifuges – classification of centrifuges – batch – semiContinuous filter – rotary drum – working cycle – methods of cake discharge – installationFilter operation – effect of pressure – constant pressure and constant volume filtration.Filter presses – plate and frame filter press, non-washing, open delivery, washing, closedFiltration as a solid, liquid separation and its application in industry. Classification of filtersFluidization: Mechanism of fluidization – conditions for fluidization – batch fluidization – boiling effectLaws of crushing – Kick’s law – Rittinger’s law – Bonds law – Jaw crusher – gyratory – Average particle size – specific surface of mixture, volume surface mean diameterLeaf filters – pressure and vacuum types – Moore filterSand filter – open – closedScreen analysis: efficiency and capacity of screensSedimentation, Agitation and Mixing: Sedimentation separation in liquid medium – batch sedimentation – application of batch - Principle of froth floatation cells - froth floatation cells – simple flow sheet for floatation plantSize Reduction: Nature of the materials to be crushed – hardness, structure, moisture content, crushingSize Separation and Fluidization: Screens: Tyler and U. S. standard screensStorage and Transportation of Solids, Gases and Liquids: Storage of solids – Hoppers – bins – angle of repose. Devices for discharge of solids – Conveyor types – belt conveyor – chain conveyor – scraper conveyor – apron conveyor – screw conveyors – pneumatic conveyors – pneumatic conveying system auxiliary equipmentsStorage of gases: Horton sphere – pressure cylinders – gas holders – wet and dry specificationsStorage of liquid – storage tanksStorage of volatile liquids – floating roofTypes of crushing equipments, coarse crushers – Intermediate crushers – fine grinders – openTypes of screening equipment – grizzlies – trammels, shaking screens, vibrating screens
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Sec 4
Air Pollution and Control: Of dust emissions – ESP, Bog filters, absorbers, scrubbers, etc – sources of gaseous pollutantsDistillation plantHeat exchangersComputerized Control and Instrumentation Diagrams: Descriptive treatment of the following Telemetering devices, Analog and digital signal transmission, A/D, D/A converter, analog and Instrumentation diagram for the followingControl room – panels and control room functionsDifferent flow meters and level measuring instruments: Level measurement: Sight glasses, float type, displacement type (torque tube), diaphragm boxPressure and vacuum – manometers – diaphragm gauges, bellow gauges, strain gaugesTemperature – filled system thermometers – bimetallic – thermocouples – resistanceInstrumentation & Process Control: Principles of measurement – Instruments for indication, recording and remote control.Maintenance – Plant Inspection: Replacement – maintenance of chemical plant equipments – Troubles and remedial actions – startNoise Pollution – Solid Waste – Radioactive Pollution: Noise – pollution control programme – TLV, SIL, NEI – Noise barriers – Composition of earth – methods of disposal. Sources of radioactive waste – effects of radioactive pollution – monitoringProcess Control: Recorders, timers – transducers - Characteristics of measuring elements and process control system – open and closed loop systemsSafety, Fire Engineering: The importance and need for safety measures in industries - Define the meaning of the term – factory, accident, frequency rate, security rate, accident pronnes - Identify the various accident factors, mechanical factors, environmental factors, personal factors - Discuss the 4 E’s of accident prevention technique - List the precautions to be observed while working in an hazardous environment - Explain briefly the artificial respiration methods - Safety practices in a chemical industries – explosive limit – Flammable limit – Inflammable limit – characteristics of hazardous material – TLV, STEL, TLV – C, LD 50, LC 50 – flammable liquidsSpecific gravity, Humidity & Instrumental methods of analysis: Specific gravity - Off line and on line measurement – Humidity - Dew point method, wet bulb method, hygrometry, electrical type - Moisture content in different products - Chromatographic analysis – flame photometry, spectrophotometry, mass spectrographWater Pollution: Secondary, Tertiary – BOD, COD determination
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 5
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Awakening Through LiteratureCentre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Efforts To Reform The SocietyEmergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.General Knowledge and Current AffairsIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Kodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyankoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersLeaders Of RenaissanceLiterary FiguresMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Malayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcParvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersRENAISSANCE IN KERALARole Of Press In RenaissanceSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSalient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.Social Welfare Legislations and ProgrammesSocio-Religious reform MovementsStruggles and Social RevoltsThycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersTowards A New SocietyUpper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Women And Social Change
FUELS & COMBUSTION
Sec 6
Analysis of Fuel, Fuel Burning Systems and Furnaces: Properties and uses of coal for industrial purpose – Classification of furnaces – construction and working.Non conventional Energy: Cooling and refrigeration – distillation – solar drying and cooking – working of silicon cell – conversion – Schematic diagram of OTEC – Geo thermal power – Geo thermal power station in IndiaPetroleum – fractional distillation – petroleum products – cracking – catalytic, thermal, hydrocracking – polymerisation – knocking agent – octane number – cetane number – removal of sulphur – gasoline, kerosene, LPG storage of liquid fuels.Solid Fuels and Gaseous Fuels: Solid fuels – classification – composition of wood – origin of coal – theories of origin of coal – ranking of low temperature carbonization – Storage of coal – Beehive oven – Otto Hoffman by product oven – composition, calorific value and uses of above gas fuels – blast furnace gas. Preparation of nuclear materials – preparation of nuclear material. Uranium, Thorium, Plutonium fuel.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 7
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Chemical Technology
Sec 8
Biotechnology: Micro organisms – enzymes – definition, functions and types. Definition of substrate, nutrients Brewing – production of alcoholic beverages by fermentation (a schematic outline)Catalysts - Materials, manufacturing process for toilet & laundry soaps. Batch and continuous process, comparison with soap. Biodegradability of detergents, detergent additives and formulationDiaphragm cell – mercury cell – membrane cells – manufacture of solid caustic soda. ChlorineExplosives and Insecticides: Glycerine, cellulose nitrate, smokeless powder, trinitrotoluene manufacture - Action – inorganic – sulphur compounds – phosphorus compounds – chemistry – mode of actionGlass – manufacturing method; different grades – uses. Alumna brick, carbon ceramics – raw material – main unit operation and processHydrochloric Acid: - Properties and uses and commercial grades – manufacture of HydrochloricIntroduction to Chemical Engineering, Chemical Industrial Process: Major industries in Kerala and India – Raw materials and products – Economic importance ofNitric Acid: – Properties and uses – reaction – catalyst – manufacturing process – concentrationOils And Fats: Of rancidity – acid value, saponification value and iodine value. Extraction of oils – oil expellers - Refining of vegetable oils, neutralization, bleaching and deodorisationPhosphoric Acid:- Properties, uses and grades, raw materials manufacturing process. Wet and dryPreparation and purification of brine, reaction and flow diagram, light and heavy soda Ash, Different source of synthesis gas low and high pressure process for the manufacture of Ammonia grade urea - Merits and demerits.Pulp & Paper : Paper – Paper industry in India and its future - Soda mechanical pulping – details of process and plant - Paper manufacture - Details of paper machineSugar, Starch and Leather: Streadding and classification by liming, evaporation, crystallization and centrifuging. Refined glusers removal, bleaching, filtration and drying. Different grades of starch – bleaching. Synthetic tanning agents, and finishing operationsSulphuric Acid: Introduction – Importance of Sulphuric acid – properties and uses – raw materials – sulphur pyrites – production of sulphur dioxide, sulphur burners – cleaningWater: Water sources – impurities – characteristics – softening methods, Lime soda process
FLUID MECHANICS
Sec 9
Blowers, Compressors and Vacuum Systems - Displacement compressors, vacuum pumps and ejectors. Nash Hytor.Diaphragm pumps – Rotary – gear pump, screw pumps, lobe pumps.Double suction type - Split case and multistage pumps - Priming of centrifugal pumps and self-primingExpressions – simple problems.Fluid displacement pumps – Airlift, Acid egg, Jet pumps, Electro magnetic pumpsFluid Head - Static head, Impact head, Velocity head, Potential head, Computation of Total Mechanical energy, efficiency. Velocity distribution in pipes – relation between maximum and average velocity. Expressing Fluid Friction Wake formation (Description only)Friction in straight pipe – Hagen-Poiseeuille equation for viscous flow (no derivation) and problems. Reynold’s number and relative roughness on friction factor. Empirical equation for friction factor. Involving friction loss in pipe fittings. Economic pipe diameter. Method - mechanical method and special methods.Measurements – Displacement meters, wet gas meter, rotating disc meter and piston meters, Current meters – Electro magnetic flow meter.Pressure Measuring Instruments: Absolute Pressure, Gauge Pressure, Total Pressure Liquid column Manometers – U Tube, Differential & Inclined Tube ManometersProperties of Fluids: Density, Specific gravity, Viscosity, Newton’s law of viscosity, Newtonian and Non-Newtonian fluid, Viscosity Index, Red wood viscometerPump Classifications: Positive displacement and Centrifugal.Simplex and duplex – single acting and double acting.Ball valvesButterfly valveDiaphragm valveFundamentals of flow control mechanism and valve classificationsGaskets. Sealing of rotating shafts – stuffing boxes and mechanical sealsGate valve and its variations like sluice valve and slide valvePipe fittings – fittings for screwed, welded and flanged joints.Pipes and pipe fittings: Pipes & tubes – pipe and tube standardsPlug valve (cocks) – 2 way and 3 way and non-lubricating plug valvesStop valves – Globe valveTypes of Flows: Viscous, Turbulent Flow, Critical Velocity, Reynolds Number, Transition range & Velocity distribution in pipes
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 10
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 11
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
POLYMER TECHNOLOGY
Sec 12
Different types of co-polymers – Random, block, graft co-polymer Characteristic features and applications of co-polymerisation - polycondensationEngineering PlasticsImportant sources of monomers and manufacturing of the following: Ethylene, Propylene, Vinyl Chloride, Styrene.Introduction to polymers: Speciality Thermoplastic / Thermosetting plastics - Plastics – Rubber – Fibre – adhesive – coatingsManufacture of Man made Fibres – Nylon, Viscous Rayon, PolyesterCommodity plasticsPoly propylenePolyethyleneTypes of polymerisation reaction: Addition polymerisation, Step polymerisation, Chain polymerisation, Anionic and cationic polymerisation, Polymerisation by condensation
HEAT TRANSFER
Sec 13
Forced Convection and Radiation: Transfer to fluid without phase change – thermal boundary layer – hydro dynamic boundary layers. Liquids – flash building sub cooled boiling – saturated boiling – regimes of boiling – maximumHeat Transfer by Conduction: Heat transfer by conduction in solids – steady state and unsteady state flow – definition – units of heat flow. Single wall – derivation of equation and simple problems – Thermal conductivity – units.Heat Transfer Equipments: Calculation in heat exchangers – Heat transfer equipment – Heaters and heat exchangers – single pass shell floating head heaters – use of baffles on shell side of heat exchangers, double pipe heat exchangers – plate basis of classification – horizontal tube – vertical tube – climbing film – falling film – forced circulationMultiple Effect Evaporators: Area – capacity – steam economy – factors that control heat transfer coefficient and effect of hydrostatic method of feeding – advantages of multiple effect evaporation – steam economy and capacity. – simple problems in determining concentration and temperature in each effect – industrial uses – optimum temperature differences – incorporating heat pump cycle in evaporation of fruit.Steady state conduction through composite wall in series derivation of equation and problems. Steady state conduction through cylindrical wall and spherical wall derivation – problems of overall heat transfer coefficient from individual heat transfer coefficient – simple problems
STOICHIOMETRY
Sec 14
Gas Laws and Their Applications: Ideal gases – gas laws (derivation is not required), simple problems involving single gas.Gas mixtures – Dalton’s Law, Amagat’s law, Volume %=mole% = partial pressure %. AverageMaterial Balances – Not involving chemical reactionsMaterial Balances involving Chemical Reactions: Chemical reactions, complete and incomplete reactions, stoichiometric proportions of reactantsTypes of processes – Material balances equations – key component – material balances problemUnits and dimensions, conversion of units, dimensionless group, chemical formulae, mass
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 15
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
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Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Transportation and Geotechnical Engineering
Sec 2
Airport Engineering: Classification of airport – layout of an airport and locational requirements – airport components – Runway, aprons and taxy way – pattern and layout of runways – selection of site for airport.Bearing capacity – ultimate bearing capacity, safe bearing capacity and allowable bearing pressure – general and local shear failure – Terzaghi’s theory of bearing capacity – effect of water table – plate load test – limitations.Compaction of soil – Definition and objectives of compaction – Standard Proctor test and modified proctor test – concept of O.M.C and maximum dry density – Zero air voids line – field compaction methods – factors affecting compaction.Deep foundations – Pile foundation – necessity of pile foundation – classification of piles according to materials, mode of transfer of loads, method of installation, use and displacement of soil. Well foundations – shapes of wells and component parts – sell sinking – tilts and shifts – measures for rectification of tilts and shifts.Determination of index properties – water content by oven drying method – specific gravity using pycnometer and specific gravity bottle – particle size distribution – sieve analysis, hydrometer method – particle size distribution curve – consistency of soils – liquid limit, plastic limit, shrinkage limit, plasticity index, consistency index – determination of liquid limits, plastic limit & shrinkage limit – shrinkage ratio – field density by sand replacement method and the core cutter method, classification of soils Necessity – I. S. classification.Docks and Harbours: Requirement and classification – break waters – types, uses – docks.Foundations – different types of foundations – proportioning of foundations – rectangular and trapezoidal combined footings – strap footing – Raft foundation.Geometric Design of Highways: Road structure – subsoil, sub grade, foundation course – base and wearing course – highway width for different classification of road – Kerbs, road margin, road formation, right of way – camber- purpose and types – super elevation – definition, formula, minimum and maximum values. Sight distance – different types – gradient – different types – curves – necessity, types – horizontal, vertical and transition – widening of roads on curves, Road drainage – surface drainage and subsurface drainage. Typical cross sections of a national highway in cutting and embankmentGeotechnical Engineering: Nature of soil and fundamental relationship – Introduction of soil mechanics – soil Engineering – scope of soil engineering – History of development of soil mechanics – Soil types – residual and transported – soil as a three phase system – water content – unit weight of soil mass – bulk unit weight, dry unit weight, unit weight of solids, saturated unit weight, submerged unit weights – specific gravity – void ratio – porosity – degree of saturation – percentage air voids – air content – density index – functional relationships – problems.Highway Construction: Pavement – objectives, structure, function, types. Earthen Roads – borrow pits, spoil bank, lead and lift, balancing of earth work, construction procedure. Water bound macadam roads – materials used – consistent parts – construction – maintenance Bituminous roads – bitumen, asphalt, emulsion, cut back, tar common grades for construction – types of bituminous surface – prime coat, tack coat, seal coat. Construction and maintenance of Surface dressing – Grouted macadam – Premixed macadam – asphalt concrete – bituminous carpet with pre-coated chips. Hill roads – parts and functions – types of curves – drainage structures.Introduction: Importance of railways – classification of railways based on gaugesIntroduction: Surveys, plans and documents for bridge project – IRC classification of bridges. Selection of site – Alignment of bridge – economical span – determination of water way – afflux and vertical clearance – permissible velocities – scour depth, depth foundation.Investigation for Road Project: Different types of road surveys – Fixing the alignment of road – Factors affecting alignment – Drawings required for road project – key map, index map, preliminary and detailed location survey plan - Longitudinal and cross section.Laying and Maintenance: Plate laying – definition, MethodsPermanent way: Component parts of permanent way – types of Rails – Rail joints – types requirements of good joint, fixtures and fastening – simple type of fish plates, coning of wheel, adzing of sleepers, sleepers – definition – materials used. Ballast – function – materials used. Cross section of a BG single and double line in cutting and embankment.Permeability of soil – Darcy’s law – discharge velocity and seepage velocity – factors affecting permeability – determination of coefficient of permeability – constant head permeability test – falling head permeability test – problems.Points and Crossings: Points, crossings, turn out, diamond crossing.Road Engineering: Importance of roads, IRC classification of roads, Classification of urban roadsSignalling and Interlocking: Objectives of signalling, signals types only - modern signalling methods – multiple aspect signalling system – two, three, four aspect system – drooping signals principles of interlocking.Site investigation and sub-soil exploration – objectives – site recognaissance – site exploration – depth of exploration – number and disposition of pits and boring – general exploration – detailed exploration – methods of site exploration – open excavations – boring methods – auger boring – auger and shell boring – wash boring – percussion boring – rotary boring – soil samples and samplers – disturbed sampling – undisturbed sampling – Standard Penetration Test – Geophysical.Soil water – classification – absorbed water – capillary water – stress condition in soil: Effective and neutral pressures – problems.Station Yards: Station yard – marshalling yard – goods yard – shunting yard – loco yard.Sub Structure: Different types of piers – abutments (different types) – different types of wing walls – different types of approaches.Super Structure: Descriptive study of different types of bridges – deck, through and semi through bridges – RCC beam bridges – plate girder bridges - steel trussed bridges – arch and bow string girder.Traffic Engineering: Traffic volume study – traffic control devices – road signs – signals – traffic islands. Road intersections at grade – grade separators – trumpet and cloverleaf patterns.Tunnel Engineering: Necessity of tunnels – typical section of tunnels for a national highway and a single and double broad gauge railway track.
Analysis and Design of Structures
Sec 3
Analysis of Trusses: Analysis of truss, determine the magnitude and type of forces in various members of the truss due to loading, using methods of joints – simple problems. Introduction to method of sections. Introduction to method of resolution of forces by graphical method – Graphical representation of vectors – Bow’s notation.Beams and bending: Classification of beams – cantilever, simply supported, fixed, overhanging and continuous. Types of loading – concentrated, uniformly distributed and uniformly varying load. Shear force and bending moment – definition and sign conventions. Calculation of SF and BM for Cantilever, simply supported and overhanging beams and sketching of SF and BM diagrams. Relation between SF and BM. Maximum BM – point of contraflexure.Centre of Gravity: Definition of centre of gravity (C.G.) – C. G. of plane in the same straight line and those distributed over a plane – Centroid of plane figures – C. G. of solids. Determination of centroid of compound areas and reminders – C. G. of combination of simple solids.Columns and Struts: Strut, column – failure of strut, short and long columns – types of end conditions. Euler’s formula for columns of different end conditions – slenderness ratio – limitations of Euler’s formula – applications. Derivations of Rankine’s formulae from Euler’s formulae – Rankine’s constant for different materials – applicationsContinuous Beams: Continuous beams – statement of the theorem of three moments – BM and SF diagrams for simple, concentrated and u.d. loads.Dams and Retaining Walls: Trapezoidal dam with vertical water face – forces acting, intensity of pressure at base, conditions of Stability, minimum base width. Retaining wall (trapezoidal with earth face vertical without surcharge) – Rankine’s formulae for earth pressure (proof not required) – conditions of stability – minimum base width.Deflection of Beams: Strength and stiffness of beam – curvature, slope and deflection – derivation of the differential equation. Double integration method (Macaulay’s method) of slope and deflection of – cantilever with point load, cantilever with u. d. load, simply supported beam with point load, S. S. Beam with u. d. load – Problems in cantilever and simply supported beams with combinations of point and u.d. load. Calculation of fixed beam with central point load; fixed beam with UD load over whole span using double integration method. Moment area method for slope and deflection of beams – Mohr’s theorems – application of the method to problems in cantilever beams with point load, UD load, and combinations of point and U. D. Load. Application of the method to problems in simply supported beam with point load, UD load; and combinations of point and UD Load (Symmetrical load only.)Check for stiffness as per IS code, Basic i/d ratio, Modification factor, reduction factor for flanged beams, check the deflection of singly reinforced, doubly reinforced and flanged beams, the shear and torsional behaviour in RCC members, Nominal shear stress, maximum shear stress in concrete, permissible shear stress in concrete, Design beams under different loading conditions for shear, bond and anchorage, calculation of development length, check for curtailment of bars in beams, code provisions for lap length.Design of Roof truss – Elements of roof truss – Loads acting with reference to IS code – Design of elements of Roof truss. Design of angle purlins.Design of Steel beams – Plastic moment carrying capacity of section – classification of cross-section Bending strength, shearing strength and deflection limit of laterally supported beam.Design of Steel structures – Introduction to steel design – use of IS: 800, steel tables – strength of bolted and welded connections – Design of members using bolted and welded connection.Design of Tension members – General – Net sectional area of Tension members – effective sectional area of angles / T-sections connected by one leg / flange (welded connections only) – Design of ties using single / Double angles, T-sections and channels. Design of compression members – general – effective length – slenderness ratio reference to IS code. Design compressive stress and strength – discontinuous single / double angle struts – continuous angle struts Design of columns using rolled steel sections with / without cover plates – Lacing and battens – requirements – Description only – (Design of Lacing or battens not necessary).Fundamentals of Plate Girder – parts and function.Properties of materials of RCC as per the latest IS codes – materials for concrete – Grading of aggregate, proportioning and mixing of concrete, bulking of sand, water cement ratio and placing and compaction of concrete and removal of forms – Grades of concrete and their strength – types of steel used in RCC – the permissible stresses in concrete and steel – The concept of Limit State Design, Partial safety factors in Limit State method of Design, values of Partial safety factors with reference to latest IS codes, Principles of Limit State Design, Characteristic load and characteristic strength, stress-strain curve of concrete and steel, assumptions made in the Limit State method of design, neutral axis depth, limiting value of NA, design a simply supported beam and cantilever beams for different loading conditions for flexure, Design doubly Reinforced rectangular beams under different loading conditions. Design of lintels under different loading conditions. Design of flanged beams under different loading conditions (Use S P16).Study the behaviour of slabs. Design of one way slabs simply supported, continuous, cantilever and sunshade, Design of two way slab, simply supported, restrained and different end condition (Design of two way slab by using S P 16 only). Design of staircases under different loading and end conditions. Theory on design of columns, behaviour of short and long columns, Slenderness limit for columns as per IS code, Design the short column for direct load, Design the column for uniaxial bending using SP 16, study of slender columns, Theory of column footing, Design of isolated column footing (SP 16). Introduction on combined footing.The subject of RCC and steel are to be taught in SI units and according to the latest IS Codes eg. IS 456-2000, and SP 16, IS 800-2007, IS 875, IS 801 – 1975 and Steel Tables.Direct and Bending Stresses: Eccentric loading of symmetrical columns (about one axis only) – maximum and minimum stress Limit of eccentricity.Fixed Beams: Fixed beams – advantages, method of finding fixing moments (derivations) BM and SF diagrams for fixed beams under point load and u.d. load (for Symmetrical loading only).Forces and Moments: Definition of force – conditions of Equilibrium of forces – Resolution of forces – Principles of resolution – Resultant of a number of coplanar forces acting at a point. Moment of force – types of moments – principle of moments – Determination of reactions of simply supported beams and overhanging beams with point loads and uniformly distributed loads.Friction: Static, dynamic and limiting friction – Laws of friction – Angle of friction – coefficient of friction, angle of repose. Equilibrium of a body on inclined rough surface.Mechanical properties of materials – Elasticity, stiffness, plasticity, toughness, brittleness, ductility, malleability and hardness – Tensile test on ductile material (mild steel bar) and stress strain curve – Compression test on brittle material (cement concrete) and stress strain curve – limit of Proportionality, elastic limit, yield point – ultimate stress – breaking stress – working stress and factor of safety.Moment distribution method: Hardy cross methods of moment distribution – stiffness factor – carry over moment – distribution factor – application to continuous beams and simple portal frames – sketching the SFD and BMD.Moment of Inertia: Definition of rectangular moment of inertia and polar moment of inertia – radius of gyration, parallel axis theorem and perpendicular axis theorem M. I of simple sections, rectangle, triangle, circle, M. I. of composite areas and remainders.Simple Stresses and strains: Stress and strain – types of stresses – Elasticity – Hook’s law – Young’s modulus – stresses and strains in uniform sections of same and composite materials.Strain Energy: Resilience – proof resilience – modulus of resilience – stress and strain when load is applied gradually, suddenly and with impact.Temperature Stresses: Elongation and contraction due to temperature change – temperature stress when deformation is fully or partially prevented – temperature stress in composite sections. Linear strain and lateral strain – Poisson’s ratio – volumetric strain – Bulk modulus – modulus of rigidity – relationship between Elastic constants – simple problems.Theory of simple Bending: Theory of simple bending, Explain the terms ‘Neutral axis’, ‘moment of resistance’ and ‘section modules’. Apply the theory of simple bending to simple and compound sections to calculate stress, section modulus and moment of resistance. Calculate shear stress distribution in rectangular and I Sections.Thin Cylinders: Failure of thin cylindrical shell due to internal pressure – circumferential and longitudinal stresses – Changes in dimension and volume of thin cylinders due to internal pressure.Torsion of circular shafts: Theory of pure torsion – derivation of formula – problems, Power transmitted by circular shafts – problems.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 4
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Irrigation Fluid Mechanics and Environmental Engineering
Sec 5
Appurtenances in Distribution System: Uses of Sluice valves, Check valves or reflux valves, Air valves. Drain valves or blow-off valves, Scour valves, Fire hydrants and Water metersConveyance of water : Types of Intakes – Reservoir intake – River intake – Canal intake, Conveyance of water – open channels, aqueduct pipes – List of pipe materials – C. I. pipes, steel pipes, concrete pipes, A. C. pipes, G. I. pipes, plastic and P. V. C. pipes, high density polythene pipes, merits and demerits of each type (brief description only). Pipe joints – spigot and socket joint, flange joint, expansion joint for C. I. pipe, joints for concrete and asbestos cement pipe, methods of leak detection – prevention – rectification – pipe corrosion – causes and prevention.Different shapes of cross section for sewers – rectangular, circular, egg shaped – merits and demerits of each. Brief description and choice of types of sewers – stone ware, cast iron, cement concrete, pre cast sewers - AC pipeDistribution System: General requirements, system of distribution, gravity system, combined system, direct pumping – Methods of supply – intermitted and continuous – advantages & disadvantages Layout of distribution system – Types – dead end, grid, radial and ring system their merits and demerits and their suitability.Canal regulation – sluice – drops – escapesCanals – classification – typical cross section of canal in cutting, embankment, partial cutting and embankment – berms – standard dimensions – balancing depth of cutting – canal lining – types – maintenance of canals.Cross drainage works – necessity – general description of aqueducts – super passage, under tunnel – siphon – level crossing – inlet and outlet.Soil erosion – methods of prevention of soil erosion.Equation of continuity of flow – problems. Types of energy need – static, pressure and velocity energy need – total energy of flowing liquid. Expressions for energy metre/kg & height liquid column. Bernoulli’s theorem – statement and proof (only 2 - dimensional) – problems – assumptions & limitations - application – venturimeter, orifice meter and Pitot tube – problemsFlow of Fluid: Types of flow – uniform, non uniform, dv/dt = 0, dv/dt ≠ 0, Streamline turbulent, steady, unsteady flow, compressible & incompressible flow – Definitions and mathematical expression, dv/dt = 0, dv/dt ≠ 0, dv/ds = 0, dv/ds ≠ 0Flow through Channels Wetter perimeter Hydraulic mean depth – uniform and non- uniform flow – Chezy’s formula – derivations / and problems. Kutters, Mannings and Bazin’s formula – Most economical section of channel – condition for rectangular and trapezoidal – derivation – problems.Flow through orifices & Mouth Pieces: Definition of orifice, types of orifices (based size, shape flow condition) – definition of vena contracta – hydraulic coefficients – Cv, Cc, Cd – experimental determination – problems. Submerged and partially submerged orifices. Large rectangular orifice – expression for discharge – derivation. Time for emptying a prismatic tank through an orifice at bottom or in the side – head loss due to sudden enlargement and sudden contraction at the entrance of pipe from large vessel, at the exit of a pipe line, obstruction in a pipe line derivation of expression for head loss due to enlargement & contraction – problems. Mouth piece – different types – external and internal – cylindrical – formula discharge through them and problems.Flow through Pipes. Frictional loss in pipes – Chezy’s and Darcy’s formulae – Derivation and problems Hydraulic gradient and total energy line – Water hammer and its effect Syphon – problems.Fluid Mechanics: Scope of hydraulics in engineering – definition of density, specific volume, specific gravity, viscosity, Kinematics & dynamic viscosity, compressibility, vapour pressure, cohesion, adhesion, surface tension and capillarity.Barrage and weirsClassification of head works – storage and diversion head works – their suitability under different conditions – suitable site for diversion works – general layout of diversion works – brief description of component parts of a weir.Dams – rigid and non-rigid dams – main types – gravity dams – failure of gravity dams and remedial measures – elementary profile – limiting height of dam – low dam and high dam – free board and top width – practical profiles of low dam – drainage gallery – spill ways.Dams – types – selection of site – site investigations – capacity of reservoirs from contours – dead storage – live storageEarth dams – situations suitable for earth dams – types of earth dams – causes of failure of earth dams and precautions – saturation gradient and (phreatic) line – drainage arrangementsEvaporation – Evaporation losses in reservoirsHead Regulator – scouring sluice – flood banks and other protective worksPercolation – percolation gradient – up lift pressure, effect of percolation on irrigation works, up lift pressure and exit velocity – scour – protective works – solid and loose aprons.Tank sluices – tower head type – regulating arrangements.Tank surplus works – necessity – suitable site – flush escapes – weirs.Hydro-electric Installation: Layout – intake works, pressure tunnel, penstock, surge tank, action of surge tank anchor blocks and tailrace.Catchment basin and catchment area – free catchment, intercepted catchment – runoff – factors affecting runoff – nature of catchment, runoff coefficient – methods of estimating runoff – empirical formulae.Maximum flood discharge from rainfall records Ryves and Dicken’s formulae, H.F.L. marks, Gauge reading.Rainfall – Types of rain gauges – precautions in setting and maintaining rainfall records – rainfall cycle – average annual rainfall of an area – Methods of estimating average rainfall over a catchment – Thiessen’s polygon method.River gauging – importance – site selection – open gauge well – measurement of velocity by surface floats, velocity rods and current meter.Intensity of pressure at a point – pressure head – units of pressure – Pascal’s law – Atmospheric pressure – Gauge pressure – Absolute pressure – vacuum pressure – problems – Measurements of atmospheric pressure – simple mercury barometers – pressure measuring devices – piezometer tubes, manometers – u-tube – simple differential and inverted tubes only – mechanical gauge – Bourdon tube pressure gauge.Methods of irrigation: Border irrigation – check-basin irrigation – furrow irrigation – sprinkler irrigation – drip irrigation.Nature and Scope of Irrigation Engineering: Definitions – necessity of irrigation – advantages and disadvantages – perennial and Inundation irrigation – flow and lift irrigation – direct and storage irrigation.Necessity of pumping sewage – location and component parts of pumping stationNotches: Definition, types of notches – rectangular, triangular and trapezoidal notches. Discharge over rectangular, triangular and trapezoidal notches. Derivations of expressions and problems. Advantages of triangular notches.Pressure on plane surfaces immersed in liquid. Total pressure and center of pressure on horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces immersed in liquids. Pressure on lock, gates, sluice gate – problems.Pumps: Centrifugal pumps, reciprocating pumps – working principle – description of propeller pumps, jet and air lift pumps, deep well pumps, diaphragm pumps – description and application.Purification of Water: Quality of Water – Impurities of water – need for laboratory test. Sampling and Testing of water – physical, chemical and bacteriological tests – various standards of water such as pH value, colour, taste, hardness, odour – for potable water. Flow diagram of different treatment units for both surface and ground sources – reservoir / pond and well Aeration – methods of aeration – Sedimentation – plain sedimentation and sedimentation by coagulation. Filtration – construction and operation of slow sand, rapid sand and pressure filters Disinfections of water – necessity and method, chlorination, pre-chlorination, break point chlorination, super chlorination - Removal of Taste, colour, odour and hardness.Rural sanitation and sanitary latrines, brief description of operational details of bio-gas plants using cow dung, night soil and agricultural wastes.Sanitary Engineering: Objects of providing sewerage works – Definition of terms – sewage, sewerage, sewer, refuse, garbage, sullage etc. – Systems of sewage disposal – conservancy and water carriage Systems – Types of sewerage systems and their suitability – separate, combined and partially separate – Quantity of Sewage – Quantity of discharge in sewers, dry weather flow, variability of flow, limiting velocities of sewers – Use of nomograms I.S. 1742 – Determination of storm water flow – run-off coefficient – time of concentration, empirical formulae for run-off – Surface drainages – requirements, shapes.Sewage characteristics – Strength of sewage, sampling of sewage, characteristics of sewage – physical, chemical and biological – significance of the following tests for – Solids, Oxygen demand, BOD, COD, pH-value , ChloridesSewage disposal – dilution, disposal on lands, oxidation ponds, oxidation ditch, aerated lagoons, anaerobic lagoons.Calculation of dimension of a septic tank from a given data.Miscellaneous treatment – septic tank – Imhoff tankPreliminary treatment – brief description and functions of Screens, Skimming tanks and Grit chambersPrimary treatment – brief description and functions of plain sedimentation.Secondary treatment – brief description of Trickling filters, Activated sludge process, Secondary clarifier and Sludge digestion, drying, disposalSewer appurtenances – location, function and construction of Man holes, Drop man holes, Catch basins, Flush tanks and inverted siphonSolid waste disposal – Methods of disposal – uncontrolled dumping, sanitary landfill, incineration and composting. Drainage and Sanitation in Buildings. Sanitary fittings – traps, water closets, flushing cisterns, urinals, inspection chambers, anti syphonage pipeSources of Water: Surface source – lakes, streams, rivers and impounded reservoirs, Yield from surface source – Underground sources – springs, wells, infiltration wells and galleries – Yield from wells – test for yield.Turbines: Classification – impulse and reaction turbines – Pelton Wheel – description and working, Description of reaction turbines – Francis and Kaplan turbines – Draft tube – purposeDuty – different methods of expressing duty – base period – relationship between duty and delta – Factors affecting duty – requirements for precise statement of duty – duty figures for principal crops – Simple problems on duty.Principle Crops – Kharif and Rabi Crops in India & Kerala – Dry and wet crops – Crop periodWater Supply Arrangements in Building: Definition of terms – water main, service pipe, communication pipe, supply pipe, distribution pipe, air gap. General layout of water supply arrangements for single and multi-storied building as per I. S. Code of practice general principles and precautions in laying pipe line with in the premises of a building – Connection from water main to building.Water Supply Engineering: General importance of water supply – Development of water supply – Different systems of water supply – Need for protect water supply – Estimating water requirement – Total quantity of water for a town, per capita demand and factors affecting demand – water requirements for domestic purposes, industrial use, fire fighting, commercial and industrial needs, public use – variation in demand – Peak demand during day, month and year – Forecasting population by arithmetical, geometrical and incremental increase method (problems)Weirs: Classifications – definition – discharge over rectangular weir, end contraction in weir effect of end contraction over discharge – Francis formula and Bazin’s formula for end contraction – problems – velocity of approach – problems broad crested weir – problems submerged weir description and problems.
Construction Engineering
Sec 6
Arches – Types, terms used.Ceiling: Materials used for Ceiling – False ceiling.Ceiling: Types, Requirements of good ceiling, selection of materialsDifferent components of building from foundation to roof and their functionsDoors and Windows: Positioning of Doors and windows with respect to lighting and ventilation – Types and Size – Special types of doors – Flush, Revolving, and collapsible, Rolling and Sliding – Windows – Different types – Ventilator Different types – Fittings for doors and windows.Flooring: Requirements of a good floor – materials used for flooring, Floor finishes – Types – Mosaic, Marble, Granite, Ceramic tiles, Vitrified tiles, Glass, Wooden, and other types of modern floor finishes.Foundations: Functions, Classification, Shallow-deep, Types – spread footing – raft-mat-column footing – pile foundation – well foundation.Lift and escalators – Component parts and requirements as per NBCLintels and sunshades: Types of lintels – Wooden, Stone, brick, RCC and RSJ lintels – Sunshades – Canopy and sun breakers.Requirements of good floor finish, Selection of materialsRoof: Definition – importance of roofing with respect to climatic conditions – classification – pitched and flat – Coupled, closed coupled and collar roof. Different types of trusses for pitched roof – wood and steel trusses – roof covering for pitched roof – AC sheets, GI corrugated sheets. Aluminium sheets – PVC sheets – method of arranging and fixing to the battens rafters and purlins – RCC roof – slab with beams – flat and sloped slabs – Flat slab construction – weather proof course to flat roof.Stairs and staircases: Location – types – standards for staircase as per KBR – Tread, Rise, Going, Riser, Nosing – width of stair – Head room – Flight – Landing – Hand rails.Vertical Transportation: Staircases, Lifts and Escalators – Planning and location – component Parts of staircase and lift – Types of staircaseChemical hazards/disasters: Causes and consequences of release of toxic chemicals, nuclear explosion. Case studies – Minamata tragedy, Bhopal disaster, Chernobyl disaster.Construction Machinery: Earth moving equipments – crawler and wheel tractors – bulldozers – uses – operation of power shovels – selection – output of power shovel – Drag-lines – types – operations – output of Drag lines – output of hoes. Concrete Machinery – concrete mixers – classification – ready mix plants – compaction machinery – vibrators – Lifting and hoisting machineries – pumps – types – uses.Construction Planning: Construction stages – construction operation – schedule – procurement of labour, material and equipment – programme of work – objectives of programming – job layout – bar chart and flow process chart – work study – critical path method – preparation of network diagram – critical path and calculation of Float times. Scheduling by PERT. Comparison between PERT and CPM.Brick masonry: Different types of bonds for walls, piers and junctions of walls for equal and unequal thickness – English, Flemish (Single and Double Flemish) – Specification for brick masonry as per relevant codes.Damp proof courses: Definition of dampness – causes and effects – methods of prevention – surface treatment – internal water proofing courses.Form work: Functions – materials used – requirements of good form work – modern trends in material & technology – slip forms.Hollow block masonry: Types of hollow blocks used in construction and methods of construction – Advantages and Disadvantages with reference to other types of masonry. Solid block masonry and inter locking block masonry.Masonry: Classification – Stone masonry – Brick masonry – Laterite masonry – composite masonry. Different types of stone masonry – General principles and specifications for stone masonry as per relevant codes.Modern methods of constructions – Framed – Prefabricated – Earthquake resistantPartition walls – Types – materials – requirements.Plastering and Pointing: Materials and proportion – Functions – general specifications – typePre-stressed concrete: Principle of pre-stressing – Types – Internal & External and different methods – pre-tensioning & post tensioning.Scaffolding, shoring and under pinning: Definition – purpose and function – requirements – materials usedContracts: Legality of contracts, types of contracts - piecework contracts, lump sum contracts, item rate contract, percentage contract – negotiated rates – departmental execution of works – piecework system – merits and demerits of each contract system.Emergency Stage (a) Rescue training for search & operation at national & regional level (b) Immediate relief (c) Assessment surveys.Post Disaster stage – rehabilitation: (a) Political (b) administrative aspect (c) Economic aspect (d) Environmental aspectPre-disaster stage (mitigation): (a) Disaster resistant house construction (b) Population reduction in vulnerable areas (c) AwarenessPre-disaster stage (preparedness) : (a) Preparing hazard zonation maps, Predictability / forecasting & warning. (b) Preparing disaster preparedness plan (c) Land use zoning (d) Preparedness through (IEC) Information, education & Communication.Entrepreneurship and Management: Entrepreneurship – concept – definition, role and expectation – Entrepreneurship in construction related activities. Technocrats – managers – Entrepreneurial Motivation and Development – advantages and disadvantages – List the institutions supporting entrepreneurship and their role.Concept of Environmental hazards, Environmental stress & Environmental Stress & Environmental Disasters.Meaning of Environmental hazards, Environmental Disasters and Environmental Stress.Execution of Works: Permanent and work charged establishments – specifications – enforcement of specifications – inspection by officials – quality control – supervision – sampling and testing of materials. Regulation of departmental labour muster roll and causal labour roll – out turn – plant capacities and hire chargesHuman Resource Management: Definition – Difference between selection, appointment and recruitment – training of employees – managing men – labour welfares – trade unionsIntroduction to Construction Management: Need for construction management – factors involved in Construction management.Materials Management: Definition – selection of materials as per standards – Optimum use of materials.Measurement of Works – Measurement book – Rules to be followed in recording measurements – pre-measurements and check measurements – contractor’s acceptance of measurement.Payment of Bills: Types of bills – first and final bills – preparation of bills – running account bills – modes of payment – hand receipts – checking of bills – recoveries to be made from bill – contractors ledger – imprest account – works register – works account and abstractPreliminary planning and organizational aspects importance of planning – site investigation – Feasibility report – collection of data and preparation of project report – different organizations – Engineering department organizational structure of PWD – and responsibilities – Role of various officers – (over seer, AE, A Ex E, EE, SE, CE) Estimates – preliminary estimate – detailed estimate – budget provision – Administrative sanction and technical sanction – powers of sanctionPrinciples of Safety in Construction: Causes, effects and prevention of accidents, safety practices in construction – Site Engineers / Supervisor’s role – safety through legislation – precautions during handling of materials occupational hazards and basic guidelines for safety in construction industry.Quality Management: Introduction to quality control and quality assurance system – elements of quality – ISO 9000 and T.Q.M. – Quality systems – Definitions of quality policy, quality management quality system – Indian standards on quality system – ISO 9000 – Merits and demerits.Small Scale Industry: Growth – its role in economic development - Understands the requirements of a licensed supervisor, surveyor and contractor - Understand statutory requirements of small scale industry - List the different agencies promoting small scale industries – Assistance Programme for small enterprises.Stores: Classification of stores – materials – heavy plant and machinery – material handling – transport vehicles – inspection of vehicles – tools and plants – materials at site – borrowing and lending of tools and plants – safe custody of stores – procedure of taking delivery from station yards, demurrage – issue of stores materials – indent stock register – periodical inspection of stores verification and accounting of shortage and surplus – write off.Coarse aggregates: Materials generally used, requirements of good coarse aggregates, commonly, used sizes for different applications.Sand: Sources of sand – River sand, Sea sand and pit sand – Limitations of mining of sand from rivers and sea shore – M-sand, alternatives of sand.Bricks : Raw materials used – composition of brick earth, manufacturing methods – IS specifications of bricks – characteristics of good brick used for building purpose.Cement Concrete: Plain concrete – Water cement ratio – Ingredients and proportioning methods characteristics – preparation – workability – Tests on Cement concrete – Laboratory tests and field tests – Slump test, compaction factor test – Qualities of water used for mixing, Reinforced cement concrete – qualities of materials – Types of reinforcement used – Characteristics of reinforcing material – waterproofing compounds.Cements: Composition, Compounds present, manufacturing methods – characteristics of cement, Types of cement – properties of each – characteristics of cement – Tests on cement – consistency test, fineness test, Specific Gravity test, setting time test, Soundness test.Earthenware and stoneware pipes – uses – qualitiesLime: Sources of lime – Classification – methods of manufacturing (Description only)Ferrous metals – Wrought iron, Cast iron, Mild steel – Special steels – High carbon steel, High tensile steel and stainless steel (Properties and uses only) – Non ferrous metals: Aluminium, Copper, Lead, Zinc and titanium – important alloys – Properties and uses.Miscellaneous: Abrasives – Adhesives – asbestos – asphalt – bitumen – cork – Plaster of Paris – insulating materials – fibre glass – thermo Cole wood products – veneers, ply wood, particle board – fibre board, hard board, etc.Mortar: Preparation of lime and cement mortar – Proportions of mortar for various items of work – tests on cement mortar.Aluminium: Aluminium sections used for building construction – Hand rail and baluster.Doors and windows, Panelling and false ceiling, building façade.Glass – Types – Uses and properties. Glass used for Structural applications.Paints and Varnishes: Types – Constituents – Preparation – characteristics and application.Plastics: Types - characteristics and properties of PVC – uses – limitations of using plasticsRubber: Characteristics and properties, uses.Puzzolana – definition – common Puzzolanas used as admixtures in cementStone – classification – geological, physical and chemical classification – characteristics of good building stone – varieties of stones – granite – trap – basalt – sand stone – Laterite. Values of load bearing capacity of stones. Quarrying of stones – methods – wedging and blasting – explosives used. Dressing of stones. Clay productsTiles: Types of tiles – characteristics – uses – Porcelain and glazed tilesTimber and wood products: Structural classification – soft wood and hard wood – defects in timber – seasoning of timber – preservation of timberTender and Tender notices: Necessity of tenders – sealed tenders – tender notice, tender document – Earnest money and security deposit – opening of tenders – scrutiny of tenders – comparative statements – selection of contractors – negotiation, acceptance of tender, work order – contract agreement – conditions of contract.Types of Environmental hazards & Disasters: Natural hazards and disasters (b) Man induced hazards and Disasters - Causes and Environmental consequences of the flowing natural HAZARDS – Droughts and Floods, Volcanic Eruption, Earthquakes, Landslides, Cyclones, Lightning, Tsunami.
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 7
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Surveying & Quantity Surveying
Sec 8
Compass survey – purpose and principles of compass survey – description and working of prismatic compass – concept of meridian – bearing of a line – True bearing and magnetic bearing. Magnetic dip and declination. Field work in compass survey – booking of field notes - Reduced and whole circle bearings - Calculations of included angles in compass traverse. Sources of errors in compass surveying – local attraction – detection and correction. Plotting of compass traverse – closing error and adjustments.Definition – cost of materials – at source and at site – conveyance charges – standard data book – schedule of rates – Lump sum items – Rules of measurements – rules regarding tolerance of wastage of materials and extra labour.Definition of Valuation, meaning, purpose – Factors governing valuation – Life of structure – type location – Maintenance – legal control – Scrap value – salvage value – market value – book value – sinking fund annuity and depreciation.Detailed and abstract estimate of Slab Culvert, Pipe culvert, Single span T-beam bridge, Pier of a bridge, Detailed estimate of an RCC well and RCC retaining wall.Detailed and abstract estimate preparation for building with gabled roof, building with hipped roof, building with valley, two storied building (residential and office) Septic Tank and soak pit and steel roof truss.Detailed estimate of Aqueduct.Detailed estimate of RCC beam, slab, column etc and preparation of bar bending schedule.Detailed specifications for various items of work of Earth work excavation, Foundation concrete, Masonry work, DPC, Form work, RCC, Plastering, Pointing, Flooring, Painting and Polishing. IRC specifications for WBM road. Preparation of Plan, Estimate and other documents for submission.Different methods of taking out measurements – Centre line – in to in and out to out – Crossing methods.Levelling – Purpose of levelling – Errors in levelling – Curvature and refraction corrections, distance to visible horizon – problems. Classification of levelling – fly levelling, profile levelling, cross sectioning, checks levelling, reciprocal levelling and contouring. Contouring – characteristics – methods of contouring, plotting by interpolation – tracing contour gradient – uses. Marking alignments of road, railway and canal in a contour map. Capacity of reservoirs using contour maps. Longitudinal sectioning and cross sectioning – plotting – working profile for roads. Permanent adjustments of dumpy level.Methods of valuation – Rental method – direct comparison with cost – Based on profit – Development method of valuation – depreciation method. Calculation of depreciation by different methods. Land valuation – Problems.Preparation of data – categories of labour and labour charge – cost of materials – over head charge including establishment – incidental, lead and lift – exercises. Methods of preparing abstract estimate – exercises.Quantity Surveying and Valuation: Definition of quantity surveying – essential requirements – quantity surveyor – duties and qualities – definition and elements of estimate – types – rough cost, plinth area, cubical content and service unit method – detailed estimate.A residential building with RCC roof – Flat & SlopedAn office building with RCC roof – Flat & SlopedGround level RCC water tank.Masonry Well.One roomed building (RCC roof – Flat & Sloped)Road estimate – Method of taking quantities of a W.B.M. road.Two roomed building (RCC roof – Flat & Sloped)A compound wallA residential building with RCC roof – Flat & SlopedAn office building with RCC roof – Flat & SlopedComputation of the capacity of reservoir from a contour mapDoors, windows, ventilators etc.One roomed building (RCC roof – Flat & Sloped)Two roomed building (RCC roof – Flat & Sloped)Units of measurements for different items as per standard – accuracy of measurements – explain the terms – sundries, Lump sum, Lead and lift, contingencies, unforeseen items, work charged establishment. Earth work computation – Trapezoidal – Mid ordinate and Prismoidal formula for computing volumes – Taking out quantities from Longitudinal section and Cross section in cutting and filling.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 9
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 10
General Knowledge and Current AffairsAwakening Through LiteratureSocio-Religious reform MovementsStruggles and Social RevoltsLeaders Of RenaissanceLiterary FiguresRole Of Press In RenaissanceTowards A New SocietyWomen And Social ChangeSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSocial Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in COMMERCIAL PRACTICE
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) recruits for the post of Lecturer in Commercial Practice in Government Polytechnic Colleges under the Technical Education Department.
120m
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Accountancy
Sec 1
Accountancy – FundamentalsAccounts from Incomplete recordsAccounts of Non-Trading concernsComputerized Financial AccountingConsignment accountsCost accounting – fundamentalsDepreciation accountingFinal Accounts – Sole proprietorshipJoint Stock Company – shares and Debentures, Final accountsJoint Venture accountsMethods and techniques of CostingPartnership accounts – admission, retirement, death and dissolution
Business Laws and Banking
Sec 2
Banking – Banker-customer relationshipDebit and Credit cardsFactories ActLaw of ContractLoans and advancesModern banking – Internet banking – mobile banking, tele-banking, electronic fund transfer etc.Negotiable instrumentsOpening and operation of different types of accountsSale of Goods Act
Commerce, E- Commerce and Business Communication
Sec 3
Business Communication – concept and type – Business Letters – Government Correspondence Report writing – Latest Communication TechniquesBusiness, trade, industry and CommerceE commerce – meaning and types – E GovernmentE-Learning – On-line Publishing, E-books, blogging – C2C E-Commerce (including E-Auctions) e-paymentsHome trade and Foreign tradeInsuranceJoint Stock Company – formation – Management – Company MeetingsMotions and ResolutionsWinding up of Companies
Business Management and Capital Marketing
Sec 4
CAPITAL MARKET – Money marketFunctional areas of management – Human Resource Management, Financial Management, Production Management, Production Management, Marketing ManagementInstruments of capital marketLevels of management, Management processMANAGEMENT – Business managementNon-banking financial institutionsPrinciples of management – scientific management – Techniques – MBOSEBIStock exchange
Environmental Science & Disaster Management
Sec 5
Chemical hazards/disasters: Causes and consequences of release of toxic chemicals, nuclear explosion. Case studies – Minamata tragedy, Bhopal disaster, Chernobyl disaster. Emerging approaches in Disaster Management – Three Stages.Ecosystems: Concept of an ecosystem, Structure and function of an ecosystem, producers, consumers and decomposers. Ecological succession, food chains, food webs and ecological pyramids.Rescue training for search & operation at national & regional level (b) Immediate relief (c) Assessment surveys.Concept of Environmental hazards, Environmental stress, Environmental stress and Environmental Disasters.Meaning of Environmental hazards, Environmental Disasters and Environmental stress.Air pollution (b) Water pollution (c) Oil pollution (d) Marine pollution (e) Noise pollution (f) Thermal pollution (g) Nuclear hazardsForest ecosystem (b) Grassland ecosystem (c) Desert ecosystem (d) Aquatic ecosystems (Ponds, streams, lakes, rivers, oceans, estuaries)(a)Forest resources: Use and overexploitation, deforestation, case studies, Timber extraction, mining, dams and their effects on forests and tribal people.(b)Water resources: Use and over-utilization of surface and ground water, floods, drought, conflicts over water, dams – benefits and problems.(c)Mineral resources: Use and exploitation, environmental effects of extracting and using mineral resources, case studies.(d)Food resources: World Food problems, changes caused by agriculture and overgrazing, effects of modern agriculture, fertilizer-pesticide problems, water logging, salinity, case studies.(e)Energy resources: Growing energy needs, renewable and non-renewable energy sources, use of alternate energy sources, case studies.(f)Land resources: Land as a resource, land degradation, man included landslides, soil erosion and desertification.Political administrative aspect (b) Economic aspect (c) Environmental aspectDisaster resistant house construction (b) Population reduction in vulnerable areas (c) AwarenessPreparing hazard zonation maps, Predictability / forecasting & warning. (b) Preparing disaster preparedness plan (c) Land use zoning (d) Preparedness through (IEC) Information, Education & Communication.Role of an individual in conservation of natural resources. Equitable use of resources for sustainable lifestyles.Solid waste management: Causes, effects and control measures of urban and industrial wastes. Role of an individual in prevention of pollution. Pollution case studies.Natural hazards and disasters (b) Man induced hazards and Disasters. Causes and Environmental consequences of the flowing natural HAZARDS – Droughts and Floods. Volcanic Eruption, Earthquakes, Landslides, Cyclones, Lightning, Tsunami.
Economics and Business Statistics
Sec 6
Correlation and regressionEconomics – Basic terms and conceptsIndex numberLaw of Demand, Law of SupplyMeasures of Central ValueMeasures of dispersionPricing under different market conditionsStatistics – fundamentals
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 7
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in COMPUTER ENGINEERING
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Lecturer in Computer Engineering within the Technical Education Department (Polytechnics).
75m
11s
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Module II (e): Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devicesE-wasteInverter & UPSMicrocontrollersMobile technologySwitches
Module II (d): Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 2
Circuit parametersElectrical circuit of an installationIdea of Basic electrical circuitReview with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Module V
Sec 3
Computer ArchitectureOperating Systems
Module III
Sec 4
Computer NetworksData CommunicationInformation SecurityMobile Computing
Module II (b): Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 5
ConstructionLevellingMaterialsSurveying
Module VI
Sec 6
Data StructuresObject Oriented Programming through JavaSoftware Engineering
Module VII
Sec 7
Database Management SystemsWeb Technology
Module IV
Sec 8
Digital Computer PrinciplesMicroprocessors
Module I : General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 9
General Knowledge and Current AffairsAwakening Through LiteratureSocio-Religious reform MovementsStruggles and Social RevoltsLeaders Of RenaissanceLiterary FiguresRole Of Press In RenaissanceTowards A New SocietyWomen And Social ChangeSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSocial Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Module II (a): Technical Mathematics
Sec 10
I.MatricesII.DeterminantsIII.Binomial SeriesIV.Trigonometric functionsV.Coordinate geometryVI.DifferentiationVII.Integration of functionsVIII.Applications of integration
Module II (c): Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
The importance of IC EnginesThe importance of Power Plants
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in COMPUTER HARDWARE MAINTENANCE
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Lecturer in Computer Hardware Maintenance post in the Technical Education Department.
75m
20s
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Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.Health hazards of e-waste.Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Database Management Systems
Sec 2
Advantages over conventional file systems, Database users, Schema architecture, Data independence – physical and logical, Database models – Hierarchical, Network and Relational, DBMS architecture, DDL, DML and DCL, Centralized, 2 tier and 3 tier architecture, ER model, Relationship, ER diagram, UML – class diagram, Relational model concepts, Keys, Relational algebra, Selection, Projection, Union, Intersection, Cartesian product, join, Division, Domain and integrity constraints, Functional Dependency, Normalization – 1NF, 2NF, 3NF, BCNF, Transaction management, concurrent process, SQL – data types, Create, Drop, Select, Update, Insert, Delete commands, Integrity constraints, Grouping, Commit, Rollback, Views, Trigger, Cursors, Embedded and Dynamic SQL, ODBC and JDBC.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 3
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Microprocessors
Sec 4
Architecture of 8086, Registers, Addressing modes, Isolated and memory mapped I/O, Instruction set of 8086, Programming, Interrupt mechanism, 8255 PPI, 8257 DMA, 8279 Keyboard/Display interface, CISC, RISC processors, Hyper threading.
RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 5
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyankoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
Operating Systems
Sec 6
Batch, microprogramming, time sharing, multi processor and real time systems, Process management, Process Control Block, Threading, multi-threading, CPU Scheduling, Schedulers, Context switching, Pre-emptive and non-preemptive scheduling, Scheduling algorithms – FCFS, SJF, Priority, RR, Multi-level and multilevel feed back queue, Race condition, Critical section problem, Deadlock – detection and prevention, Memory Management – Address bindings, logical and physical addresses, contiguous memory allocation – first fit, best fit, worst fit allocation, internal and external fragmentation, Paging and segmentation, Demand paging, Page replacement algorithms – FIFO, Optimal, LRU, Thrashing, File systems, Sequential and indexed file organization, Directory structures, Contiguous, linked and indexed allocations, Disk scheduling algorithms.
Mobile Computing
Sec 7
Cellular systems, SDMA, FDMA, TDMA, CDMA, GSM, GEO, MEO, LEO, WLAN protocols, Bluetooth, WAP, VPN
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 8
Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Earthing, lightning protection.Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Data Communication
Sec 9
Components, LAN / MAN / WAN, Topologies, Analog, Digital Communication, ISO-OSI Architecture, TCP/IP, Transmission impairments, Media – Guided and unguided, Encoding techniques, Modulation, Error detection and correction, ARQ techniques, Multiplexing, FDM-TDM-WDM, Wireless communication, Switching techniques, Polling.
Information Security
Sec 10
Computer Security, CIA triad, OSI Security Architecture, X.800, Cryptography, Symmetric and asymmetric encryption, MAC, Hash function, Digital signature, User authentication – Token based, Biometric, Remote user authentication, Intrusion Detection Systems, Honey pots, Denial of Service, Firewall
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 11
Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations.Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem).Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates.Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick.Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses.Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections.Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Computer Networks
Sec 12
Data Link Layer – MAC Sublayer, CSMA, CSMA/CD, Ethernet, IEEE Standards, LLC, ATM, Network layer – Routing algorithms, Congestion control algorithms, IPV4 and IPV6, Subnetting, Transport Layer – Services, Service primitives, Addressing, Application Layer – DNS, E-mail architecture, SMTP, POP3, MIME, Network Management Devices – Repeater, Hub, Switch, Router, Gateway, Wireless access point, UDP, HTTP, FTP, TELNET, VOIP
Computer Architecture
Sec 13
Multiprocessors and microcomputers, Assembly language, Assembler directives, Semiconductor memory – Internal organization, SRAM, DRAM, SDRAM, Rambus memory, ROM technology, Cache memory, virtual memory, working of magnetic disks and tapes, optical disks, Instruction sequencing, Instruction execution, Hardwired control and microprogrammed control, micro instructions, Pipelining.
Digital Computer Principles
Sec 14
Number systems – Binary, Decimal, Octal and Hexadecimal Conversion, Arithmetic operations, Boolean algebra, Logic gates, SOP, POS, Minterm and maxterms, Boolean expression, simplification, Postulates and theorems, Simplifications, K-Map, Combinational logic circuits – Adder, Subtractor, Multiplexer, Demultiplexer, Encoder, Decoder, Sequential Circuits – SR, JK, T, D flip flops, Shift registers, Asynchronous, synchronous and Modulo n Counters.
Object Oriented Programming through Java
Sec 15
OOPs concepts, POP and OOP, Benefits of OOP, objects, classes and methods, constructors, operator and function overloading, Inheritance and Polymorphism, Multi-threading and exception handling, Programming in Java – JAVA API, System package, Naming conventions, Creating and accessing packages, Threads in Java, Thread exception, Files in Java, String classes, Applet programming.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 16
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Web Technology
Sec 17
Server Softwares, HTML tags, Form controls, Embedding multimedia, Cascading Style sheets, inline, embedded and external style sheets, Building CSS menu, Creating user style sheets, Server side and client side scripting, Programming in Java Script, Event handling, Data validation, Server side scripting – configuration of Apache, MySQL and PHP, PHP – language elements, Functions, Classes and objects, Database connectivity, Session handling, Cookies, File uploading, Sending emails in PHP, Developing story board, Web optimization, Web hosting – Domain name registration, Server space hiring, FTP utilities, Web promotion techniques.
Software Engineering
Sec 18
Software life cycle models, Project planning – LOC, COCOMO, PERT / CPM, Gantt Chart, SRS, Data flow diagrams, Testing – Black box and white box, Software reliability, Reliability metrics, ISO 9000, SEICMM, CASE.
Data Structures
Sec 19
Stack – Array representation, Push and Pop operations, Infix, prefix and postfix conversion, Queue – insertion and deletion, circular queue, Priority queue, De-queue, Dynamic memory allocation, Linked lists, Insertion, deletion, traversal of Linked lists, Doubly linked lists and circular lists, Binary tree representation, Binary search tree, insertion, deletion, and traversal on BST expression tree and threaded binary tree, Graph – directed graph, Adjacency Matrix and Adjacency List representation, graph traversal algorithms – BFS and DFS.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 20
Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Lecturer in Electrical and Electronics Engineering in Government Polytechnic Colleges under the Department of Technical Education.
75m
11s
#kerala-psc#electrical-engineering#lecturer#polytechnic#degree-level
Syllabus Explorer
Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 2
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Awakening Through LiteratureCentre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Efforts To Reform The SocietyEmergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Introduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Kodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakkoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersLeaders Of RenaissanceLiterary FiguresMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Malayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcParvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersRENAISSANCE IN KERALARole Of Press In RenaissanceSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSalient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.Social Welfare Legislations and ProgrammesSocio-Religious reform MovementsStruggles and Social RevoltsThycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersTowards A New SocietyUpper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Women And Social Change
Module VI
Sec 3
Amplifier – classification, working, circuit diagram and application.Binary addition, subtraction and division.Electronics and Op-amp: Transistor – characteristics, configuration and application.Logic gates – basic logic gates – verification of Truth table – Boolean’s algebra – axioms and postulates, universal logical gates. K-Map, De Morgan’s theorem, half adder, full adder, multiplexing and demultiplexing. Flip flop circuit and clocked flip-flop circuits, operational amplifier – working characteristic and applications.Multi Vibrates – types circuit diagram and application.Number system – conversion of decimal, octal and hexadecimal into binary and vice versa.Oscillator – concept of Barkhausen’s criteria, types.Systems of signed binary number – true magnitude form, 1’s compliment, 2’s compliment.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 4
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Module IV
Sec 5
Breaking – types.Cables – terms and definitions. Types. Distribution – systems, overhead – Radial, ring & inter connected.Circuit breaker – principle, operation and types. Protection of alternator, transmission line and neutral earthing.Electrical welding principle and types, Traction, terms, definitions, speed time characteristicPower System: Power generation – system – hydel, thermal, nuclear, - layouts, site selection, advantages and disadvantages of different systems.Protection – primary and secondary, fuses – terms and definitions, types.Transmission – line constants, line insulators, string efficiency, sag, skin, corona and Ferranti effect, DC transmission system.Utilisation electric heating, materials advantages, types, devices.
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 6
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 7
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Module III
Sec 8
DC machines – generator types, construction, emf equation, windings, characteristics armature reaction, commutation, trouble shooting and application.DC motor – voltage equation, speed and torque, starting methods speed control, starters.Induction motor – Squirrel cage and slip ring, principle and operation, slip, rotor current frequency and rotor emf. Torque equation, max torque, characteristics, power stages, equivalent circuits.Speed control – starting methods, starters and applications.Synchronous Generator – construction – salient pole & non salient pole, excitation – methods, emf equation, armature reaction, armature reactance, leakage reactance, Vector diagram, Voltage regulation, cooling system.Synchronous Motor – methods of starting, characteristic, application, Phaser, hunting.Transformer – single phase and three phase – equivalent circuits, phasor diagrams, tests, regulation and efficiency. Connections – parallel operation, autotransformer – principle.
Module V
Sec 9
Illumination – terms and definitions, laws of illumination lighting schemes, design and calculation. Lamps – different types – working. IS code, I E rule, busbar design. Industrial electrification.Measurements & estimating: Instruments – Function, terms and definitions. Principle construction and application. Instruments used for current, voltage, power, power factor, frequency and energy. Digital voltmeter, digital multimeter, and cathode ray oscilloscope (CRO).Transducers and gauges – stain gauge – LVDT, burden tube, capacitor transducer, Piezoelectric transducer, bellows,
Module VII
Sec 10
Microcontroller – 8051 microcontrollers – features, block diagram, architecture, register structure, special function registers, internal and external memory, pin details, ports, counters and timers in 8052. Serial I/Os, associated registers, interrupts.PLC – applications, importance, block diagram, operation types of PLCs, programming – methods – ladder diagram.Power Electronics and Microcontroller: UJT, FET, Diac, Triac, SCR – principle, construction, operation, characteristic, Electric Drives – DC, single phase, semi converter, single full converter single phase duel converter.Speed control of 3 phase induction, stator control, voltage and frequency.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in Electronics Engineering
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for Lecturer in Electronics Engineering in Government Polytechnic Colleges under the Department of Technical Education.
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Module II (e): Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.Health hazards of e-waste.Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Module V : Digital Electronics, Microprocessor and Micro controllers
Sec 2
ADC and DAC – R – 2R ladder binary weighted, accuracy, resolution, conversion speed, offset error, ADC sample and hold, error of ADC, flash converter, successive approximation and dual slope.Basics of 80286 and 80386 - 8051 Micro controller – architecture – interrupt – instruction set, programs.Logic families – fundamentals of RTL, ECL, DTL, IIL and TTL transfer characteristics Fan in and Fan out, propagation delay, Schottkey and other TTL gates, CMOS inverter – stepped power product. Tri state logic, open collector and wired logic.Microprocessors – 8086 architecture – addressing modes – instruction set – programs – Interrupts – maximum and minimum modes, interfacing chips – 8255, 8359, 8251, 8279, 8254, 8257.Number system – binary, octal, hexadecimal, decimal converters, Binary codes – numeric and alpha numeric codes – gray, BCD, excess-3, self complementing codes – weighted and unweighted codes. Error detection and correction codes – parity, hamming codes. Boolean algebra theorem, De Morgan’s theorem, logic gates, logic function, truth tables, SOP and POS forms, combinational and sequential circuits, simplification and implementation of logic expressions using K-maps, half adder, full adder, half subtractor, full subtractor, multiplexer, demultiplexer, encoder, decoder, priority encoder, serial adder, parallel adder, ripple and look ahead carry adders, Flip flops – RS, JK, T, D, edge and level trigger flip flops, excitation tables, counter – synchronous and asynchronous, up down – design, Analysis of sequential networks, derivation of state graphs and tables.Shift register – SISO, SIPO, PIPO, PISO, universal shift register, timing diagram, Johnson and Ring counter. Memory – RAM, ROM, FLAASH, NVRAM, EPROM, EEPROM, EDORAM, Memory organization.
Module VI : Communication Engineering
Sec 3
AM transmitter – TRF and Super hetrodyne receiver, noise analysis of AM receiver. Frequency modulation – narrow band and wide band FM, generation of FM signals, direct and indirect methods, FM demodulation techniques, Noise in FM receiver, pre-emphasis and de-emphasis.Amplitude modulation – Analysis, generation and detection of AM signals, DSB, SSB, VSB.Basic of GPS.Classification of signals, elementary signal, LTI system, Noises, Different types of Noises, Signal to noise ratio, Shannon theorem, entropy, baud rate, maximum channel capacity.Digital Modulation techniques – sampling theorem, PCM, PAM, PPM, PWM generation and demodulation. ASK, FSK, PSK, MSK, QPSK, BPSK generation and demodulation.DSP – Discrete Fourier transforms – properties of DFS, decimation in time, frequency algorithm, FFT algorithm for a composite number, Signal Flow graph, digital filter design, antennas, half wave, folded dipole, microwave antenna, rhombic, parabolic, Yagi-Uda, horn, helical antenna.Electromagnetic radiation and wave propagation – ground, sky, space waves, polarization, atmospheric layers and its characteristics.Microwave devices – Klystron, Magnetron, TWT, SWR, Impatt, Trapatt diodes.Multiplexing Techniques – Basic of CDMA, TDMA, FDMA, Spread spectrum, frequency hopping, fading, GSM, GPRS, Blue tooth basics.Phase modulation – basics of phase modulation.Radar – different types, basic operation, range equation.Television Camera – different types – working principle – CCD camera. NTSC and PAL colour system, Basic idea TV transmitter and receiver, PAL and NTSC decoder, basic ideas on digital TV, HD TV and satellite TV receiver. Basic of optical and satellite communication.Television transmission – interlaced scanning, composite video signals, audio modulation, working principles of picture tubes.
Module II (a): Technical Mathematics
Sec 4
Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Expansions using Binomial theorem.Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of different types of functions.Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Module VII : Power Electronic, Opto Electronic, PLC and Measuring Equipments
Sec 5
Basics of PLCs, characteristics of LDRs, photo diode, photo transistor, photo voltaic cell, photo detector, LED, opto coupler, and laser diodes and optical amplifiers.Multimeter – working principle, characteristics, accuracy, sensitivity, selectivity, resolution, Construction of CRTs working principle of DSO and spectrum analyser.Thyristors – different types – SCR, UJT, TRIAC, DIAC, SCS, IGBT – working principle and characteristics. Triggering and commutation schemes – different types. Converters – series and parallel, Inverters – single phase and three phase, choppers, cycloconverter. Different types of industrial heating, electronic wielding, industrial applications of ultrasonic, SMPS, servo controlled voltage stabilizer, 3 pin IC regulators.Working principle of LED, LCD plasma displays, logic probes, and logic analysers.
Module III : Electronic Circuits
Sec 6
Biasing methods of Transistor – AC and DC load lines, frequency response – gain calculation, gain in db – Analysis. Transistor as a switch – applications – Darlington pair. Different coupling methods of transistor amplifiers – RC, DC, Transistor Coupled, tuned amplifier – multi stage amplifier – stragged tunning – cascade and cascade – gain bandwidth product – analysis. FET amplifiers – CS, CD.Comparison of FET and BJT – Feed back in amplifiers – negative and positive feed backs, effect of feed backs. Oscillators – Barkhausen criterion. RC phase shift, Wein bridge, LC, Hartley and Colpitts oscillators, crystal oscillator – Analysis, Multivibrators – Astable, Bistable, Monostable – calculation of Time period, triggering methods, Schmitt trigger, LTP, UTP – Hysterisis – Applications and analysis.Solid state devices – Characteristics of PN junction and Zener diode, Tunnel diode, NPN and PNP transistor – N channel and P channel, JFET and MOSFET – Rectifier – half wave and full wave, filters – capacitor, inductor, LC filter, pie section – analysis and characteristics. Transistor – CB, CE, CC configuration, calculation – voltage gain, current gain – harmonic distortion, power amplifier – class A, class B, class C, class AB, class D, class S – Push Pull, Complementary Symmetry – Analysis.
Module II (d): Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 7
Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Earthing, lightning protection.Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Module II (b): Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 8
Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Module IV : Linear Integrated Circuits & Wave Shaping Circuits
Sec 9
Differential amplifiers – analysis – CMRR, Op-amps – ideal characteristics, block schematic slew rate, input and output offset, virtual ground. Concept of 741 Op-Amp, gain bandwidth product, open loop and closed loop gain. Linear Op-amp circuits, Inverter and non-inverter amplifiers, summing amplifiers, subtractor, instrumentation amplifiers, Precision rectifiers – analysis.Integrator and differentiator using passive devices, op-amps – design and analysis – application. Miller and Bootstrap sweep, V to I and I to V converters – analysis.Log, Anti Log amplifiers, Schmitt trigger, comparator, astable and monostable multivibrators – analysis. Active filters – LPF, HPF, BPF, BSF, Universal filters – Butterworth and Chebyshev filter first and second order, transfer function – realization – analysis. Triangular wave generator, sawtooth generator, Oscillator – Wein bridge, phase shift – analysis of circuits, 555 internal block diagram – applications – design of astable and monostable using 555 – VCO, PLL, phase detector – principle of operation – capture and lock range – applications – analysis.
Module I : General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 10
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyathampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Module II (c): Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) for the post of Lecturer in Information Technology (Govt. Polytechnics) in the Technical Education Department.
75m
11s
#kerala-psc#information-technology#lecturer#polytechnics#technical-education
Syllabus Explorer
Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 2
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 3
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Module V
Sec 4
Computer Architecture: Multiprocessors and microcomputers, Assembly language, Assembler directives, Semiconductor memory – Internal organization, SRAM, DRAM, SDRAM, Rambus memory, ROM technology, Cache memory, virtual memory, working of magnetic disks and tapes, optical disks, Instruction sequencing, Instruction execution, Hardwired control and microprogrammed control, micro instructions, Pipelining.Operating Systems: Batch, microprogramming, time sharing, multi processor and real time systems, Process management, Process Control Block, Threading, multi-threading, CPU Scheduling, Schedulers, Context switching, Pre-emptive and non-preemptive scheduling, Scheduling algorithms – FCFS, SJF, Priority, RR, Multi-level and multilevel feed back queue, Race condition, Critical section problem, Deadlock – detection and prevention, Memory Management – Address bindings, logical and physical addresses, contiguous memory allocation – first fit, best fit, worst fit allocation, internal and external fragmentation, Paging and segmentation, Demand paging, Page replacement algorithms – FIFO, Optimal, LRU, Thrashing, File systems, Sequential and indexed file organization, Directory structures, Contiguous, linked and indexed allocations, Disk scheduling algorithms.
Module III
Sec 5
Computer Networks: Data Link Layer – MAC Sublayer, CSMA, CSMA/CD, Ethernet, IEEE Standards, LLC, ATM, Network layer – Routing algorithms, Congestion control algorithms, IPV4 and IPV6, Subnetting, Transport Layer – Services, Service primitives, Addressing, Application Layer – DNS, E-mail architecture, SMTP, POP3, MIME, Network Management Devices – Repeater, Hub, Switch, Router, Gateway, Wireless access point, UDP, HTTP, FTP, TELNET, VOIPData Communication: Components, LAN / MAN / WAN, Topologies, Analog, Digital Communication, ISO-OSI Architecture, TCP/IP, Transmission impairments, Media – Guided and unguided, Encoding techniques, Modulation, Error detection and correction, ARQ techniques, Multiplexing, FDM-TDM-WDM, Wireless communication, Switching techniques, Polling.Information Security: Computer Security, CIA triad, OSI Security Architecture, X.800, Cryptography, Symmetric and asymmetric encryption, MAC, Hash function, Digital signature, User authentication – Token based, Biometric, Remote user authentication, Intrusion Detection Systems, Honey pots, Denial of Service, FirewallMobile Computing: Cellular systems, SDMA, FDMA, TDMA, CDMA, GSM, GEO, MEO, LEO, WLAN protocols, Bluetooth, WAP, VPN
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 6
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Module VI
Sec 7
Data Structures: Stack – Array representation, Push and Pop operations, Infix, prefix and postfix conversion, Queue – insertion and deletion, circular queue, Priority queue, De-queue, Dynamic memory allocation, Linked lists, Insertion, deletion, traversal of Linked lists, Doubly linked lists and circular lists, Binary tree representation, Binary search tree, insertion, deletion, and traversal on BST expression tree and threaded binary tree, Graph – directed graph, Adjacency Matrix and Adjacency List representation, graph traversal algorithms – BFS and DFS.Object Oriented Programming through Java: OOPs concepts, POP and OOP, Benefits of OOP, objects, classes and methods, constructors, operator and function overloading, Inheritance and Polymorphism, Multi-threading and exception handling, Programming in Java – JAVA API, System package, Naming conventions, Creating and accessing packages, Threads in Java, Thread exception, Files in Java, String classes, Applet programming.Software Engineering: Software life cycle models, Project planning – LOC, COCOMO, PERT / CPM, Gantt Chart, SRS, Data flow diagrams, Testing – Black box and white box, Software reliability, Reliability metrics, ISO 9000, SEICMM, CASE.
Module VII
Sec 8
Database Management Systems: Advantages over conventional file systems, Database users, Schema architecture, Data independence – physical and logical, Database models – Hierarchical, Network and Relational, DBMS architecture, DDL, DML and DCL, Centralized, 2 tier and 3 tier architecture, ER model, Relationship, ER diagram, UML – class diagram, Relational model concepts, Keys, Relational algebra, Selection, Projection, Union, Intersection, Cartesian product, join, Division, Domain and integrity constraints, Functional Dependency, Normalization – 1NF, 2NF, 3NF, BCNF, Transaction management, concurrent process, SQL – data types, Create, Drop, Select, Update, Insert, Delete commands, Integrity constraints, Grouping, Commit, Rollback, Views, Trigger, Cursors, Embedded and Dynamic SQL, ODBC and JDBC.Web Technology: Server Softwares, HTML tags, Form controls, Embedding multimedia, Cascading Style sheets, inline, embedded and external style sheets, Building CSS menu, Creating user style sheets, Server side and client side scripting, Programming in Java Script, Event handling, Data validation, Server side scripting – configuration of Apache, MySQL and PHP, PHP – language elements, Functions, Classes and objects, Database connectivity, Session handling, Cookies, File uploading, Sending emails in PHP, Developing story board, Web optimization, Web hosting – Domain name registration, Server space hiring, FTP utilities, Web promotion techniques.
Module IV
Sec 9
Digital Computer Principles: Number systems – Binary, Decimal, Octal and Hexadecimal Conversion, Arithmetic operations, Boolean algebra, Logic gates, SOP, POS, Minterm and maxterms, Boolean expression, simplification, Postulates and theorems, Simplifications, K-Map, Combinational logic circuits – Adder, Subtractor, Multiplexer, Demultiplexer, Encoder, Decoder, Sequential Circuits – SR, JK, T, D flip flops, Shift registers, Asynchronous, synchronous and Modulo n Counters.Microprocessors: Architecture of 8086, Registers, Addressing modes, Isolated and memory mapped I/O, Instruction set of 8086, Programming, Interrupt mechanism, 8255 PPI, 8257 DMA, 8279 Keyboard/Display interface, CISC, RISC processors, Hyper threading.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 10
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in INSTRUMENTATION TECHNOLOGY / ELECTRONICS & INSTRUMENTATION
This is a recruitment by the Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) for the post of Lecturer in Electronics & Instrumentation (Polytechnics) in the Technical Education Department.
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Syllabus Explorer
Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 2
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Control System
Sec 3
Block diagram reduction, Signal flow graphPhysical systems – physical model – mathematical model – linear time invariant and linear time variant system. Open loop and closed loop. Transfer function of linear systems, mechanical translational system, mechanical rotational system, electrical system, thermal systems, analogous systems.
Process Control
Sec 4
Block diagram, Process characteristics, Process parameters, Discontinuous controller modes, continuous controller modes, pneumatic controllers – proportional controller – PI controller – PD controller – PID controller.
Medical Instrumentation
Sec 5
Blood Cell Counter.Blood Pressure Measurement, Blood Flow Meters: Electrical activity of the heart, Electrocardiograph (ECG), Electroencephalograph (EEG), Electromyograph (EMG), Cardiac pacemakers, Cardiac Defibrillators, Diathermy, Hemo-dialysis machine, Respirators, Ventilators.Ultrasonic Imaging – Magnetic resonance ImagingX-ray Machine & Computed Axial Tomography (CAT)
Lasers
Sec 6
Characteristics and Classification of LASER.Scientific applications of Laser – Industrial applications of Laser – Military applications of Laser – Medical applications of Laser.
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 7
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 8
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Application of Operational Amplifiers in Process Control
Sec 9
Current to voltage – voltage to current converter – precision rectifier & Comparators – error detector – instrumentation amplifiers – proportional controller – PI controller – PD controller – PID controller.
Telemetry System
Sec 10
Data transmission – General Telemetry system, block Diagram – Characteristics of Telemetry system. Land Line telemetry system. Voltage Telemetry System – Current Telemetry System – motion balance and Force balance telemetry systems. Synchro Transmitter and Receiver – Position Telemetry System – Position Telemetry system with synchros.
Pressure Measurement
Sec 11
Definition and units, Different pressure measurement, U-tube manometers, Bourden tube pressure gauges, Bellows Diaphragms and Capsules – Dead weight tester, Vacuum Measurement – McLeod gauge, Pirani gauge & ionization gauge, Differential pressure transmitter for pressure measurement, Fiber optic pressure sensor.
AC and DC drives
Sec 12
Dual Converters, Choppers, Speed control of DC drives.
Level Measurement
Sec 13
Float and Cable method of level measurement – Float type magnetic level gauge – Displacer type level indicator using torque tube – Air purge type level indicator – Capacitive conductive level indicator – ultrasonic level gauge – Radiation absorption method – Laser method used for level indication. Fiber optic level sensor – Level switch – Measurement of level of dry materials – Level measurement using strain gauges - Level transmitter
Flow Measurements
Sec 14
Laminar and turbulent flow – Reynold’s number – Continuity equation – Bernoulli’s equation for ideal fluid, Variable area and variable head type flow meters, Variable Head flow meter, Differential pressure flow transmitter, Special type flow meters, Electromagnetic flow meters – Turbine flow meter – Mass flow meters – Ultrasonic flow meters – Hot wire anemometer, Positive displacement flow meters, Open channel flow meters.
Process flow diagrams (PFDs), Process and Instrument diagrams (P&IDs) and Loop diagrams (“loop Sheets”)
Sec 15
Lines & Symbols – codes – tags.
Temperature Measurement
Sec 16
Mercury in glass thermometer, Mercury in steel thermometer, Gas and Vapour Pressure Thermometer, Bimetal, Radiation pyrometer, Optical pyrometer, PTC & NTC – Thermistor, Solid State Temperature Transducers, Resistance Temperature Detector, Types, Thermocouple – industrial thermocouples, thermopile.
Numerical Control
Sec 17
NC and CNC, Hydraulic and pneumatic systems, working of hydraulic pumps, Air compressors, Air receiver, air dryers and air service equipment
Motion converters
Sec 18
Parallel shaft gears, epicyclic gears, harmonic drives, worm and bevel gears, V belt drives, toothed rack and pinion and screw nut systems, cams indexing mechanisms, linkages, spring and dampers.
Spectrophotometry and Analyzers
Sec 19
PH Measurements, Chromatography, analyzers, Thermal conductivity gas analyzer, paramagnetic oxygen analyzer, electrical conductivity analyzer – Zirconia oxygen analyzer, Infrared analyzers.UV & Visible Photometer, Infrared Photometers, Flame photometers, Mass spectrophotometer, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance spectrometer, Raman spectrophotometer.
Final Control Element and Control Valves
Sec 20
Pneumatic, electric and hydraulic actuators, air to open and air to close control valves, Direct acting & Reverse acting Control valves. Different valve plugs control valve characteristics, valve positioner, motion transmitter, limit switch, air pressure regulator & I/P converter.
Power Devices
Sec 21
Power diode, SCR, TRIAC, DIAC, Triggering and commutation of SCR, Converters, AC Controllers, Inverters.
Fibre Optic Communication System
Sec 22
Principle of Optical Fibres. Block diagram of fiber optic communication system. Wavelength division multiplexing. Optical fiber construction. Single mode step index fiber, multi mode step index fiber and multimode graded index fiber – comparison. Acceptance angle and Numerical aperture. Propagation of light through optical sensors. Types of Fiber optic sensors. Losses in optical fiber cable. Light sources and detectors used in fiber optic communication systems.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 23
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyako yi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Bioelectricity
Sec 24
Resting and action potential – transmission of impulses
Viscosity Measurement
Sec 25
Saybolt’s viscometer – Redwood viscometer.
Process Control Strategies
Sec 26
Single variable, Independent variable, Interactive variable, compound variable and multivariable control, Feedback control system, Feed forward control system, Cascade control system – Ratio control system – Adaptive control system – Split Range Control System, Adjustment and Tuning of controllers, Data loggers, Data acquisition system, Supervisory control, Direct Digital control, DCS, PLC, SCADA system for industrial automation, Intelligent control, biological neural networks, artificial neural network, fuzzy logic – concept, open-loop ANN controller and closed-loop ANN controller
General Measurements
Sec 27
Specific gravity measurement, Humidity measurements, speed measurement, Torque measurement, Acceleration measurement.
Robotics
Sec 28
Specification of Robots, classification of Robots, Industrial applications of Robots, characteristics, sensors used in Robotics, Programming: Lead through programming, textual programming, programming language, online and offline programming, intelligent robots.
Time Response Analysis
Sec 29
Test inputs, order of a system, - Response of a system. Time response specification, type of a system, Static error coefficients, Routh Hurwitz criteria, root locus methods, Bode Plot.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 30
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Transducers & its Classification
Sec 31
Variable resistance transducers, Variable Inductance transducers, Magnetic transducer, Variable Capacitive transducer, Piezoelectric transducer, Photoelectric transducer, Radiation detectors.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering in Government Polytechnics. The predominant purpose of this exam is to designate skillful candidates as Lecturers in Government colleges.
75m
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Syllabus Explorer
Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 2
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Applied Mechanics, Strength of Materials and Design of Machine Elements
Sec 3
Centre of Gravity of Sections: Centroids – centre of gravity – axis of symmetry and axis of reference – methods to find centre of gravity – simple geometric sections such as rectangle, triangle and circle.Columns and Struts: Column, strut, buckling load, equivalent length, slenderness ratio – types of columns – short column, medium size column, long column.Direct Stresses and Strains: Types of Stresses and strains – tensile and compressive – longitudinal and lateral strain – Poisson’s ratio – behaviour of mild steel under tension – stress strain diagram – limit of proportionality – elastic limit – yield point – ultimate stress – working stress – factor of safety – comparison of stress strain diagram of a mild steel and a brittle material – Hooks law and Young’s modulus – principle of superposition – stresses in varying section – stresses in composite section – simple problems.Friction: Introduction – type of friction – static friction, dynamic friction, sliding friction, rolling friction, pivot friction, limiting friction, angle of friction, coefficient of friction, cone of friction – state laws of friction – static friction and kinetic friction.Moment of Inertia of Sections: Moment of inertia – radius of gyration.Riveted Joints: Types – lap joint – single riveted, double riveted (Chain and zigzag) – butt joint single cover single riveted, double cover single riveted – failure of riveted joints – failure of rivets – shearing and crushing – failure of plates – tearing across a row of rivets – tearing off plate at an edge – strength of rivet, plate and riveted joint – efficiency of a riveted joint – caulking and Fullering operations.Shear Force and Bending Moment: Types of beams – cantilever beam, simply supported beam, overhanging beam, built in beam or fixed beam and continuous beam – types of loading – concentrated or point load, uniformly distributed load and uniformly varying load – shear force and bending moment diagrams – cantilever beams – point load, uniformly distributed load and combination of point load and uniformly distributed load – simply supported beam – point load, uniformly distributed load and combination of point load and uniformly distributed load – maximum bending moment on the section. – deflection of beams.Shear Stress and Shear Strain: Shear stress and strain – modulus of rigidity – volumetric strain, bulk modulus – simple problems.Springs: Types of spring – leaf spring – helical springs.Thermal Stress and Strain: Nature and magnitude of stresses due to change in temperature – total or partial prevention of expansion and contraction – temperature stress on composite bar – simple problems.Thin Cylinders: Failures of thin cylinder – stresses in thin cylindrical shell – hoop stress – longitudinal stress.Torsion of Circular Shafts: Torsion equation – strength equation for solid and hollow shaft (no proof) – power equation – polar moment of inertia.Truss Analysis: Types of frames – formula for finding the redundancy – free body diagram – equilibrium – forces in various members of stress due to loading – method of joints and method of sections.Welded Joints: Welding terms – leg of the weld, size of the fillet weld, throat thickness, effective length of the weld, side fillet weld and end fillet weld – strength of welded joints.Bearings: Functions of bearings – classification of bearings – Radial bearings – thrust bearings – sliding contact bearings – rolling contact bearings.Belt Drives: Types of belts – flat belt, circular belt or rope, V-belt – types of flat belt drives – open and crossed belt drive – compound belt drive – stepped or cone pulley drive – velocity ratio – slip – creep.Bolts, Nuts and Key: Designation of screw threads – stresses in screwed fastenings due to static loading – initial stresses – stresses due to external forces – bolts of uniform strength – types of keys – forces acting on a sunk key – strength of a sunk key – calculation of key size using empirical proportions.Cams: Classification of followers and cams – motion of the followers – uniform velocity, simple harmonic motion – uniform acceleration and retardation – cam terminology – displacement diagrams.Couplings: Shaft couplings – requirement – types.Gears and Gear Trains: Functions of gears – friction wheels – advantages and disadvantages of a gear drive – spur gear nomenclature – simple gear drive – velocity ratio – gear trains – simple gear train – compound gear train.General Design Considerations: General procedure – Design stress and working stress – factor of safety – Kinematic link – pair – chain – four bar chain – examples and applications – mechanism – inversion.Governors and Flywheels: Functions of the governors – types of governors – simple watt governor – porter governor – flywheels – comparison with governors – coefficient of fluctuation of speed – fluctuation of energy – maximum fluctuation of energy – coefficient of fluctuation of energy.Limits, Fits and Tolerances: Definition of limits, fits and tolerances.Screw Threads: Thread terminology – Forms of screw threads (square thread, V thread) - Witworth thread – British Association thread – American standard thread – Acme thread – ISO metric thread – square thread – single start and multi start threads – right hand and left hand threads – conventional representation of threads. Bolted connection using standard proportions.Shafts: Torsional stresses and strains – strength of solid and hollow shaft – design of shaft considering strength and rigidity – comparisons – power transmitted by shaft – compare solid and hollow shaft in terms of their weight, strength and stiffness.Surface Roughness: Surface roughness terminology – surface roughness values, Grades and symbols.Welded joints and Piping Layout: Classification of welds – Elementary welding symbols – types of pipes – Methods of connecting pipes – pipe threads – representation of pipe threads – types of pipe joints – single and double line orthographic symbols for pipe fittings and valves (flanged, screwed and welded joints).
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 4
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 5
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Fluid Mechanics, Pneumatics and Hydraulic Machines
Sec 6
Flow through Orifices, Notches, Pipes and Nozzles: Orifices – types of orifices – Vena contracta – coefficient of contraction – coefficient of velocity – coefficient of discharge – Notches – types of notches – Flow through pipes – loss of head in pipes – major energy losses - -minor energy losses – loss of energy due to friction – Darcy’s formulae (No derivation) for loss of head in pipes – Chezy’s formula (No derivation) for loss of head in pipes – simple problems – loss of head due to sudden enlargement – loss of head due to sudden contraction (No derivation) – water hammer – nozzles.Fluid Power: Introduction – Basic law – Applications of fluid powerFluid Pressure and its Measurement: Fluid pressure at a point – pressure head – problems – Pascal’s law – absolute, gauge, atmospheric and vacuum pressures – simple problems – measurement of fluid pressure – Piezometer tube – simple manometer – differential manometer – inverted differential manometer – Bourdon’s tube pressure gauge – total pressure.Hydraulic Control Elements and Components: Control valves – Functions – classifications – Describe the working of pressure control valves such as relief valves – Poppet valve – Direction control valves – check valves – Flow control valves – types – gate, globe, butterfly valves, non return valve.Hydraulic System: Basic elements of hydraulic system – oil reservoir pump unit – principles of working of positive displacement pump – classifications – Gear pumps, Screw pump, Vane pumps, Lobe pump, Simple piston pumps.Kinematics and Dynamics of Fluid Flow: Introduction – types of fluid flow – steady and unsteady flow – uniform and non-uniform flow – laminar and turbulent flow – compressible and incompressible flow – rotational and irrotational flow – rate of flow or discharge – equation of continuity of liquid flow – simple problems – energy of a liquid in motion – potential energy – kinetic energy – pressure energy – total energy – total head of liquid in motion – Bernoulli’s equation – practical applications of Bernoulli’s equation – venturimeter – Orifice meter – Pitot tube.Pneumatic Control Elements and Components: Pneumatic control valves – Air cylinders.Pneumatic System: Comparison of pneumatic system with hydraulic system – identification of standard pneumatic symbols – basic pneumatic system – air filter – pressure regulator – lubricator – mufflers.Properties of Fluids: Density – specific weight – specific volume – specific gravity – problems – viscosity - kinematics viscosity – Newton’s law of viscosity – types of fluids – compressibility – surface tension – capillarity.Centrifugal Pump: Types of casing – piping system of CP – work done, manometric head – efficiencies – discharge – power required to drive – multistage pumps – specific speed of CP – cavitation – priming.Impact of Jets: Force exerted by the jet – stationary – vertical – inclined – curved plate (symmetrical and unsymmetrical) – force exerted by the jet on moving plates – simple problems.Impulse Turbines: Development of water Turbines – classification - impulse Turbine – Pelton wheel components.Reaction Turbines: Components – difference between impulse & reaction – classification of Reaction Turbines – Francis Turbine – Kaplan Turbine – Draft tubes – specific speed.Reciprocating Pump: Types – comparison of CP & RP – discharge – slip – air vessels, Hydraulic ram.
Industrial Management and Industrial Engineering
Sec 7
Fundamental Statistical Concepts: Explain the term variability in measurements – Explain the terms variable, attribute, frequency, frequency distribution and frequency plot – Normal distribution curve – Tally sheet – Explanation of the terms mean, mode, median and standard deviation – Calculation of mean, mode, median and standard deviation – Statistical quality control – Types of control charts – X, R, P, 100P and C.Inspection and Quality Control: Concept of quality and quality control – product control – concepts of inspection- Types of inspection – first piece inspection. Working inspection, sample inspection, operation inspection, key operation inspection, floor or patrolling inspection, centralized inspection – Advantages and limitations.Method Study: Work study – Advantages and application of work study to increase productivity – Method study – Therbligs and their symbols – Process chart symbols – preparation of operation process chart, flow process chart, man-machine chart, right hand left hand chart, and SIMO chart – Flow diagram – Principles of motion economy – Rules concerning human body, work place layout and material handling, tools and equipment design – Objectives of work measurement – Procedure of stop watch time study – standard time calculation – Production study – work sampling – steps in work sampling.Production Planning and Control: Concepts of industry – Meaning of the term production and productivity – Methods of increasing productivity – types of production – Job production batch production, mass production, continuous production – Explanation of production planning control – Benefits and functions of PPC – pre-planning activities – Forecasting, plant location, product planning, design and development, material selection, process planning, determination of men, machines, material and tool requirements – Process planning – Choice of machine in process planning – Break even analysis – Process sheet – Process planning procedure – Routing – Scheduling – Dispatching – value engineering – Plant location and layout – Factors to be considered in locating industrial plants – plant layout – Types of layouts – Compare the advantages and disadvantages of each type – Plant maintenance – Types of maintenance.Project Analysis: Need and scope for project analysis – Explanation of the constituents elements of project analysis – Production cost – Market survey – Selling price – Capital investment – Return on investment – Elements of costing – Classification of costs – Depreciation – Types of depreciation – Obsolescence – Basic formula for calculation of machining times for the operation such as turning, drilling and shaping – simple problems.Materials and Sales Management: Inventory management – definition and classification – purchase procedure – buying techniques – EOQ and ABC analysis. Stores management – introduction – store keeping functions – duties of store keeper – store layout – Centralized and decentralized store – store records – indent forms – bincard – store ledger. Sales – importance – functions of sales department – sales forecasting.Principles of Management: Meaning of management – Taylor’s scientific management, Functions of management – Different types of ownership – organizational structure.Project Management Techniques: Introduction to network analysis – Commonly used terms in CPM and PERT – CPM – operation, earliest finish time (EFT), latest finish time (LFT), critical path, even slack, or float, dummy activity – construction and numbering of network diagram – Fulkerson’s rule – Simple problems on CPM (by AOA method only) – PERT – Comparison between CPM and PERT – Calculation of expected time – Event, activity, successor event, predecessor event, earliest expected time, latest allowable time, slack.Quality Planning and its developments: Definitions of quality – dimensions of quality – TQM conceptQuantitative techniques in Management: Methods – Linear programming – formulation of LPP – transportation problem – North West corner rule, Vogel’s approximation method – Simple problems – Game theory – two-persons zero sum game – Maxi-min and mini-max principle – saddle point – simple problems.The Principles of a good Wage Payment System: Types of Wages – Nominal, real, living, fair and minimum wages – Incentives.
Metallurgy and Machine Tools
Sec 8
Automatic and Copying Machines: Automation – definition.Broaching Machines: General use of a broaching machines – Parts and their functions,Capstan and Turret Lathe: Construction and parts – tooling layout.Computer Numerical Control (CNC): Machine tools (brief description only)Drilling Machines: Classification – Work holding devices – Types of drill bits – Tool holding devices – Operations.Flexible Manufacturing System: Flexible automation – flexible manufacturing cell – components of FMS.Gear Manufacture: Method of making gears – Gear hobbling.Grinding: Abrasives – natural, artificial – Bonding materials – vitrified, silicate, shellac, rubber – kinds of abrasives, grain size, grade and structure, kind of bond material, functions of the grinding wheels – Grinding machines – Cylindrical grinders – centre type and centre less type grinders.Jigs and Fixtures: Definition of jigs and fixtures.Lathe and Lathe Work: Type of lathe – Lathe parts, function of each part – Lathe accessories – Work holding and tool holding devices – Speed, feed and depth of cut – Operations – taper turning methods – Lathe specification.Metal Cutting: Orthogonal cutting and oblique cutting, chip formation, type of chips, cutting speed, feed and depth of cut – Tool life – Machinability.Milling Machines: General use of milling machines – Parts of milling machines and their functions – types of milling machines – Cutter holding devices (a) arbours (b) Collets – Milling operations – plain milling, key and key ways, gang milling, T- slot milling – Milling methods (a) conventional milling (b) climb milling – Types of indexing.Planing Machines: General use of a planer – Planer parts and their functions.Robots and Robotics: Basic elements of robots – types of joints – robotic arms – robotic hands.Shaping Machines: General use of a shaper – Parts and their functions.Slotting Machines: General use of a slotter – Slotter parts and their functions.Bench work and fitting: Fitting operations like chipping, filing, scraping, grinding, sawing, marking, drilling, reaming, tapping, dieing – tools used in fitting – vice (bench vice, pipe vice, hand vice), files – various types of files – specification of files – chisels, hammers, hack saw, scrapers, punches, surface plate, surface gauge, V-block, angle plate, try square, combination set, steel rule, callipers (outside and inside), divider, scriber, drills, reamer, tap and tap wrench, die and die stock, goggles.Foundry: Tools – rammer, trowel, slick, lifter, strike off bar, bellow, sprue pin, mallet, gate cutter, swab, vent rod, draw spike, moulding box – composition of moulding sands – types of moulding sand – green sand, dry sand, parting sand, loom sand, facing sand and core sand – properties of moulding sand such as porosity, plasticity, adhesiveness, cohesiveness, refractoriness. Types of patterns – single piece pattern, split pattern, match plate pattern, gated pattern, loose piece pattern, sweep pattern, - Pattern allowances – shrinkage allowance, draft allowance, machining allowance, distortion or camber allowance, rapping allowance.Measuring Instruments, gauges and comparators: Classification of measuring instruments – precision and non precision instruments – Direct reading and indirect measuring instruments – Vernier calliper, micrometer (inside, outside) – classifications of gauges – plug, ring, snap, screw pitch gauge, feeler gauge, standard wire gauge and indicating gauges – comparators – Mechanical comparators, Electrical comparators, optical comparators, pneumatic comparators.Welding, Soldering and Brazing: Arc welding – principle of arc welding – welding positions – Flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead welding – welded joints – Butt, lap, corner, tee, edge, V-joints, U-joint – selection of welding electrodes – Electrode coatings – Functions of electrode coating – Gas welding – type of flames – functions and operation of oxy-acetylene cylinders, pressure regulators, welding torch, nozzle – explanation of submerged arc welding, tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding, metal inert gas (MIG) welding, Atomic hydrogen welding and thermit welding – Defects in welding – causes and remedies of the defects such as porosity, poor penetration, warping, under cut, distortion crack, poor appearances – soldering – brazing.Heat Treatment Processes: Cooling curve for pure iron – iron carbon equilibrium diagram – TTT diagram – Micro constituents of steel – Heat treatment process, annealing, normalizing, hardening, tempering, mar tempering, austempering, case hardening (cyaniding, nitriding and carburising), age hardening – induction hardening – flame hardening – residual stress due to heat treatment.Metals and alloys: Structure of materials – structure of solids – Crystal structure – BCC, FCC and HCP – Ferrous and non ferrous – Cast iron – white malleable, grey and nodular cast iron – Manufacturing of Pig iron – Blast Furnace – Manufacturing of Cast iron – Cupola Furnace – Types of steel – Manufacturing of steel – Bessemer process, LD process, open hearth and Electric furnace – Steel alloys – Non ferrous metals and alloys – Aluminium, Copper and its alloys – Crucible furnace.Properties, testing and inspection of materials: Mechanical properties such as strength, hardness, toughness, brittleness, creep, fatigue, stiffness, ductility, malleability, elasticity and plasticity – Thermal properties such as specific heat, thermal conductivity, thermal resistance, and thermal diffusivity – Destructive testing – Tensile and compressive test – Hardness test – Impact test – Fatigue test – Creep test – Non-destructive testing – Radiographic – Ultrasonic testing – Inspection – spark test, magnetic particle, x-ray and dye penetration tests.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 9
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakkoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 10
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Thermal Engineering
Sec 11
Air Compressors: Construction and working of Air compressors – function of an air compressor – uses of compressed air – classification of the air compressors – working of reciprocating compressors (single stage and two stage), rotary compressors – fans and blowers, centrifugal compressors and axial flow compressors. Mechanical efficiency & volumetric efficiency.Air Conditioning Systems: Classification – industrial, comfort air conditioning, working of summer air conditioning, winter and year round air conditioning.Air Conditioning: Definition, factors affecting human comfort, effective temperature.Air Standard Cycles: Assumption, Air standard efficiency – explanation with diagrams and derivation of air standard efficiency of Carnot Cycle, Otto cycle, Diesel cycle, dual combustion cycle.Different Systems of I. C. Engines: Fuel systems – components – carburetion – functions of carburettor – working fuel systems of diesel engine – fuel filter – injector and injection nozzle – ignition system – cooling system – classification of cooling system – radiators – IC engine lubrication system – forced system – governing systems – quantity governing – quality governing – hit and miss governing.Fuels & Combustion: Classification of fuels – solid, liquid & gaseous – Merits & demerits of various types of fuels – requirements of a good fuel – Calorific Value – combustion of fuel.Heat Exchangers: Heat exchangers – Classification – Recuperator type and regenerative type, parallel flow, counter flow type & cross flow – concept of overall heat transfer coefficient – LMTD.Heat Transfer: Heat Transfer – conduction, convection and radiation – Fourier’s law – Thermal conductivity – Conduction through plane wall and composite wall – Black body concept – Stefan-Boltzman law – Gray body concept – Newton Rikhman equation – free and forced convection.Principles of Refrigeration: Definition of refrigeration, concept of C. O. P., unit of refrigeration – reversed Carnot cycle – COP, Application of refrigeration.Psychrometric Processes: Sensible heating, sensible cooling – humidifying, dehumidifyingPsychrometry: Definition, Dry air, moist air, saturated, unsaturated and super saturated air, degree of saturation, dry bulb temperature, wet bulb temperature, dew point temperature.Refrigerants: Definition, primary and secondary refrigerants, desirable properties of refrigerants.Refrigeration Equipments: Compressors – Condensers – Evaporators – Expansion Devices – capillary tube, Thermostatic expansion valve.Testing of I. C. Engines: Performance of I. C. Engines – testing – Indicated power, Brake power, Friction power – Mechanical efficiency – Indicated Thermal efficiency, Brake Thermal efficiency, Relative efficiency – Total fuel consumption & Specific Fuel Consumption – Morse test for determination of I. P. of multi-cylinder engine – Heat balance sheet – problems.Vapour Compression Refrigeration Systems: Principles and working of a vapour compression system with the help of flow diagram. C.O.P. of vapour compression systems.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in Printing Technology
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Lecturer in Printing Technology for Government Polytechnic Colleges under the Technical Education Department.
75m
11s
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Syllabus Explorer
Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 2
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Paper, Ink and Auxiliary Materials for Printing
Sec 3
Auxiliary materials – Blanket, plate – characteristics and types, strength of materials and material properties.Ink – constituents, ink manufacture, qualities, drying methods, types of inks, characteristics, ink testing methods, physical and chemical properties.Paper – Raw materials, paper manufacture, paper characteristics, paper grains, paper sizes, water marks, testing methods, physical and chemical properties, warehousing.Press management factors, Eco friendly and Lean production parameters.
Post Press – Binding, Finishing and Packaging Operations
Sec 4
Binding – tools, materials and equipments, material calculation, qualities required, sewing methods, book binding operations, end papers, indexing, special protective coating, coating on printed surface – aqueous coating, electron beam coating, ultraviolet coating etc.Post press machines – Packaging – tools, materials and equipments, qualities required, dyes for packaging, packaging machinery, types of packages, packaging considerations, specialised finishing techniques.
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 5
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 6
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Managing Fonts and Type, Page Layout, Formatting and Halftoning
Sec 7
Fonts, terms and definitions, units and measurements, kinds of fonts, fonts in bitmap, vector and layout programs, print design considerations, formats – graphic types, file formats, post scripts, half toning – pixel to half tone dots, digital dots, scanners, dot gain and loss, bitmap – resampling and resolution, working with images, archiving, gamut, pantone, vector graphics – gradients and banding, patterns, colour mode, spot colour etc., page layout – page layout capabilities, job organisation, preflight, planning, estimating and scheduling.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 8
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyokoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Press – Offset, Gravure, Flexo, Screen, Digital and Ondemand Variable Data Printing
Sec 9
Offset – machine design considerations, types, operations, Gravure – design considerations, types, suitable works for gravure Flexo – machine design, types how flexography works, what for mainly used, Digital printing – digital printing machines, how digital printing works, what for used, screen printing – types of screen printing machines, how screen printing works, what for mainly used. Advantages and disadvantages of offset, Gravure, Screen, Flexo and Digital printing. Ondemand and variable data printing – workflow, data mail formats. Quality and quality assurance in printing – various targets used. Future trends in printing.
Prepress Requirements, Colour Management – PDF, RIP and Proofing
Sec 10
Prepress requirement – System and accessories, CTP, CTF, CTM, colour balance, colour correction, RGB to CMYK conversion, ideal digital document, compression in PDF, choosing compression, working with colour in PDF, RIP – RIP and preflighting, proofing – proofing method, digital proofers, press proof, CIE Lab and values, colour problems, various surface preparation techniques.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer (Textile Technology)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Lecturer in Textile Technology (Govt. Polytechnics) in the Technical Education Department.
90m
11s
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Syllabus Explorer
Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Fabric Manufacture
Sec 2
Advanced Fabric Manufacture: Introduction on various methods of fabric production – compare the advanced method of fabric production with conventional types of looms – types of shuttle less looms – basic requirement of shuttle less weaving – advantages of shuttle less weaving machines. The various stages of weft insertion in Sulzer shuttle less weaving machine with 4 colour weft insertion – Torsion bar picking mechanism – working of cam beat – up. Mention the quality of Zulzer woven cloth – Give brief note on warp and weft preparation for shuttle less weaving. Rapier shuttle less weaving – various classifications of Rapier shuttle less looms – merits, demerits and limitations of Rapier looms – various stages of weft insertion in rapier looms – picking mechanism in a flexible rapier loom (Rack and pinion type). Features of different types of selvedges used in shuttle less weaving.Auxiliary Motions: Side weft fork and centre weft fork motions – working of side weft fork motion with sketch – working of centre fork motion with sketch – timing and setting of side weft fork motion – objects and types of warp stop motions – working of a mechanical warp stop motion used in ‘Northrop’ looms – working of a mechanical warp stop motion used in ‘Sakamoto’ looms with neat sketch – working of electrical warp stop motion with neat sketch – objects and types of warp protector motions – working of loose reed motion – the working of fast reed motion – the objects of brake motions – the working of brake motion – the objects and general description of brake motions – the objects and general description of check strap – the objects and general description of Temples – timing and setting of auxiliary motion.Basic features of water Jet looms – 4 stages of weft insertion in water jet loom – working of weft supply system on water jet looms – the pump, throttle valve and water jet nozzle – merits, demerits and limitations of water jet looms. Comparison charts of popular shuttleless looms.Basic Mechanisms of Looms: Basic mechanisms in power loom. Importance of Primary motions – principles of Shedding – Differentiate positive and negative shedding – Tappet Shedding – Dobby Shedding - Jacquard Shedding – Different types of Sheds – General function and working of Plain Tappet Shedding mechanism – Early shedding and late shedding – Setting of tappet Shedding – picking – Positive picking and negative picking – working of Cone Over Pick motion – working of Under Pick motions – Method of Altering Picking Force and Setting of Picking band – Timing and Setting of Cone Over Pick – Discuss the beating operation – Illustrate and explain the working of beating mechanism – Calculate the eccentricity of the Sley.Calculations: Calculate the production and efficiency of power looms – Evaluate the times required for the exhaustion of a weavers beam – Evaluate the time required for the exhaustion of a pirn, cone etc – Estimate the number of pirns required for the loom in a given time – Estimate the number of pirns / cones required to produce a particular quantity of fabric – Compute the number of pirn winders required to feed a given number of looms – Estimate the number of warping machines required to feed the given number of looms – prepare a chart showing the standard loom speeds for various widths of plain and automatic looms – Find out the quantity of warp and weft required to weave a particular fabric. Find out the cost of different types of fabrics.Computer Aided Textile Designing: Step by Step commands to produce a Jacquard design fabric simulation – analysis of a Jacquard design fabric and to produce fabric simulation in different colour combinations – take graph print outs as per the requirements of loom and design creation – step by step commands to produce stripe and cross over designs – step by step commands to produce check designs – analysis of a dobby design fabric to produce the fabric simulation in different colour combinations – calculation sheet for a fabric with costing and printouts of dobby fabric – simulation and design details – step by step commands to produce a printed design and its colour separations – step by step commands to make a texture mapping on various objects and models with new designs created in other software – create yarn using computer software – create a yarn library using different count and quality – automatic creation of draft and peg plan from weaves – use of menu driven software.Dobby Shedding: Various classification of dobby shedding mechanisms – working of Keighley dobby and its limitations – timing and setting of Keighley dobby – advantages of double jack dobby over single jack dobby – working of Climax dobby – method of pegging of lags for L.H and R.H. dobbies – use of Cross Border dobby – working of Cross border dobby – working of Ruti Cam dobby – working of Knowles positive open shed dobby – functions of heald levelling device and steadying mechanism in dobby.Features of automatic looms – classification of automatic looms – advantages of automatic looms – compare automatic and non-automatic looms. Working of midget weft feeler mechanism – Timing and setting – Features of two prong electrical feeler and photo electric feeler. Working of automatic weft replenishment motion with respect to cop changing looms – Timing and settings. Shuttle protector – functions and uses. Different types of Thread cutters and their uses.Features of shuttle changing looms . Compare shuttle changers and cop changers.General Study of Technical Textiles: Classify Non-apparel textiles – Identify the fields of application of Technical textiles – scope of application of Technical Textiles – Industrial Textiles like Tyre fabrics, Filter fabrics, Conveyor fabrics, Tarpaulins and protective coverings, Bullet proof fabrics, Fire Proof Fabrics, Agriculture fabrics, Shoe fabrics, Parachute fabrics – Study of Geo Textiles – Application of Geo Textiles – Medical Textiles, Medical Fabrics, Surgical Dressings.Jacquard Shedding: Advantages of Jacquard shedding – basic principle of Jacquard shedding – various classifications of Jacquards like – Single lift Jacquards, Double lift Jacquards, Single Cylinder Jacquards, Double Cylinder Jacquards, Cross border Jacquards – working of Single Lift Jacquards – working of Double Lift Single Cylinder Jacquard – working of Double Lift Double Cylinder Jacquard – working of Cross Border Jacquard – harness mounting like London and Norwich systems – harness ties and various types of harness ties like straight tie, centre tie, mixed tie – terms like count of comber board, First hook and First needle of the Jacquard – construction and development of Jacquard designs – working of Piano card cutting machine – card punching and card lacing – use of special Jacquards and the working of Pressure Harness.Jet Weaving: Features of Air Jet looms – The passage of warp yarn on Maxbo Air Jet loom. Air Jet nozzle for weft insertion in air jet looms – functions weft insertion elements used in air jet looms – various stages of weft insertion on Maxbo air jet looms.Knitted Structure: Definition of Knitting – Classification of Knitting – Compare woven and knitted structures – compare the process of knitting and weaving – Define the term – courses – wales – Gauge – face loop – back loop – loop length – texture – Single Jersey – Double Jersey – various knitting elements – Latch needle – Bearded Needle – Compound Needle – Sinker – Cams – Knitting action of various types of needles – study the functions of Sinker and raiser cams – Define knitted structures – Define Knit stitch – Miss stitch – Tuck stitch – Define – (1 X 1 Rib) – (1 X 1 Inter Lock) – the properties of Plain, Rib, InterLock.Manufacture of Non-wovens: Definition of non-wovens – classification of Non-wovens – stages involved in the production of Non-woven fabrics – comparison between woven and non-woven fabrics – Field of application of Non-woven fabrics – Basic requirements of fibres used for the – manufacture of non-woven – Methods of web-formation – card web – Different methods of web – Reinforcement – Need of binding & strengthening of fiber webs – various methods of Fibre bonding like – mechanical bonding – chemical bonding – thermal bonding – importance of needle punching machine for fibre bonding – study of needling loom – study of various methods of chemical bonding – study of various methods of thermal bonding – prepare a chart showing the important properties of woven and non-woven fabrics – discuss the limitations of non-woven fabrics.Multiple Box Looms, Terry Motions and Automatic Looms: Introduction to weft patterning – type of box motions – use of multiple box looms – classification of multiple boxes – Drop boxes Vs Circular boxes – Skip Vs Nonskip – Pick at will / Pick and Pick. Working of Eccle’s Drop box motion – study of card saving mechanism – Arrangement of pattern cards for various picking patterns – study of various positions of stud and pin when different boxes are in line with the slay race – Timing and setting. Working of non-Skip type circular box motion.Object and classification of Terry motions – working of Dug dale’s Terry motion – working of Holden’s Terry motion.Process Control in Weaving and Machine Balancing: Different types of headless and reeds – Selection of proper reed and heald – Effect reed parameters on weavability of yarn – Control of productivity in loom shed – control of loom speed – Control of efficiency variable – Staggering of heald – improving production by snap reading – Control of waste in winding, warping, sizing, drawing – in and loom shed – Control of fabric defects – Selection of accessories – Care of accessories – Shuttles, pickers, picking bands, healds, Reeds etc. – Balancing machinery in spinning and weaving – Balancing of machinery for different capacity of spindles – Balancing machineries from winding to loom shed for 100, 200, 400, 600 loom capacities – Essential factors in textile costing – process cost per Kg of finished yarn – Process cost particulars from blow room to spinning – Cost / meter of finished fabric – Determination of Ex-mill cost of one meter of fabric.Process Control in Weaving Preparatory: Process control in winding – optimizing quality in winding preparation – control of quality of knot – production of good packages – Detailed study of stitches on cones, patterning, soft nose or base, wild yarn, snarls etc. – Cleaning efficiency, knot factor and quality factor – Effect of unwinding tension and minimizing end breaks in warping, control of tension level, conditions of beam flanges, stop motions, break – driving drum - importance of length measuring motion, control of density of beams – Choice of size, scope of size pick up through controlling sizing condition – control of yarn stretch – control of moisture in sized yarns, quality of sized beams, Density, broken ends, missing ends, crossed ends, sticky ends – defective selvedges. Formation of ridges on beams – Minimizing stoppages due to mechanical failures – Improving the build of pirn – Improving productivity in winding warping sizing and pirn windings.Secondary Motions: Take up motions – 7-wheel take up motion – continuous and intermittent take up motion – working of continuous type take up motion – Calculations related to take up motions – Let off motions – working of a negative let off motion – working of positive let off motions.Warp & Weft Knitting: Machine – Passage of yarn through flat knitting machine – Features of warp knitting – Different types of knitting elements – Knitting actions of Rachel Warp knitting machine – the knitting actions of Tricot warp knitting machine – compare Rachel and Tricot Knitting machine – Define weft knitting – Application of weft knitted fabrics – weft knitted structures like Plain, Rib and Inter Lock – passage of Yarn through single Jersey weft knitting.Warp Winding and Weft Winding: Objects of Warp Winding – working of Warp Winding Machines – Weft Winding Machines – Drum Winding and precision winding – Warp Winding Machine – Creel – types of tensioners – Slub catchers – Broken thread stop motion – Full package stop motion - ribbon breakers – package arm holders – traversing mechanism – features of Disc and Gate type tensioners – working of Electronic Yarn clearers – advantages of Electronic yarn clearers over ordinary slub catchers –Angle of wind – wind ratio – Roto Coner – Auto Coner – types of knots – splicing – defects in winding – causes & remedies – weft winding – objects – Bunching mechanism – Layer locking device – Pirn diameter control – Schweiter high-speed automatic pirn winder – defects in pirns, their causes and remedies.Warping Sizing and Drawing: Objects of warping – beam warping and sectional warping – Ruti high speed warper – functions of various components of a warping machine – creel – Thread stop motion – length measuring motion – Head stock – Expanding Comb - doffing motion – Brake Motion – Driving Drum – Tensioners – defects in warp beams, their causes and remedies – sectional warping machine – limitations of sectional warping – objectives of sizing – ingredients used in the size paste and their functions – multi cylinder sizing machine – functions of the various controls in a modern sizing machine like – Temperature, size level, stretch, moisture, viscosity – size recipe for coarse, medium and fine cotton yarns – defects in sized beams – precautions to be taken for sizing synthetics and blends – improved fibre lay – after waxing – Healds and Reeds – objectives of drawing – in and denting – selection of suitable healds and reeds for different fabrics.Yard Count and Production Calculation: The different methods of Yarn Numbering Systems – English, French, Metric, Denier, Tex – direct and indirect systems of yarn numbering - equations for calculating equivalent count – resultant count of folded yarn with and without contraction – beam count – average count – heald and reed count – speed, production and efficiency of warp winding machines, weft winding machines, warping machines – ends per section and the number of sections required per set – sized yarn weight, un-sized yarn weight and size percentage – production, speed and efficiency of sizing machines.
Yarn Manufacture
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Advanced Yarn Manufacturing: Advanced yarn manufacturing systems – open end Rotor spinning – principle of Rotor spinning – feed part – opening roller – rotor – rotor grooves – effect of rotor speed on yarn quality – relation between rotor speed, rotor diameter and yarn draw off tension – Navel – doff tube – Take-up roller – Traverse guide – Winding head – vacuum in spin box – advantages of open end spinning over ring spinning – limitations of open end spinning – Friction spinning – DREF-I friction spinner – DREF – II friction spinner – Air jet spinning – Siro spinning.Blow Room & Calculations: Contaminants in Cotton fibre – Opening and cleaning – cleaning efficiency, trash content – classification of Blow Room lines, Minor and Major cleaning points – Hopper blender and Hopper feeder – Shirley opener – ERM cleaner – Axi-flow cleaner – 2 Bladed and 3 bladed beater – Krischners beater – Scutching – Single process scutcher – cages, Shirley wheel, Lap forming unit, lap – measuring motion, auto Doffing mechanism – piano feed regulating mechanism, reserve bin & photo cell arrangement – Two way distributor, dust filter bags, dust trunks, pneumatic delivery boxes, magnetic traps – lap defects – their causes and remedies – modern blow room line and chute feeding system – beater speed, cleaning efficiency of beater, cleaning efficiency of blow room – Hank of lap, production, draft and efficiency of blow room.Calculations: Main draft, break draft, main draft constant, break draft constant, hank of silver in drawing frame – production and efficiency, draft, hank of lap, production and efficiency in silver lap machine. Production, efficiency and draft in comber – break draft, main draft, break draft constant, main draft – constant and hank of roving of simplex – production & efficiency of simplex.Calculations: Ring frame – draft, twist and production calculation – Angle of yarn pull – Traveller speed – production and efficiency of rotor spinning – draft in rotor spinning – production and efficiency of Ring doubler – production and efficiency of Two for One twisterCarding: Objects of Carding – principle of stripping and carding – passage of material in a revolving flat carding machine – functions of each part of carding machine – setting of flats – H&B flexible bends – Heal and Toe arrangement – Philipson’s brush – types of waste in carding & percentage – defects in carding and remedial measures – Tandem carding – stripping and Grinding of cards – Traverse grinder – vacuum stripper – fibre hooks – Leading & Tailing hooks – Setting on quality and waste extraction.Cotton Selection and Mixing: Ginning – Gins for different cottons – FQI – Lea CSP of yarn – mixing plans for coarse, medium and fine counts – Methods of mixing – Mixing bale opener – Multi mixer – Auto mixer – Aero mixer – Blendomat.Doubling and Fancy Yarn: Types of doubled yarn – Twist and twist direction effects – methods of doubling – styles of doubling – types of doubling machine – preparatory process for doubling – Ring doubler – stop motions – two for one twister [ TFO ] – Function of various parts for Two for one twister – advantages of Two for one twister – Three for one Twister – Advantages of three for one twister over two for one twister – Manufacture of Sewing threads – Manufacture of tyre cord – Fancy doubling – fancy yarn – Reeling – yarn conditioning – plain reel and cross reel – types of reeling – bundling and baling.Draw Frames & Lap Formers and Comber: Draw frame process – principle of roller drafting – passage of material through a modern draw frame – principle of roller setting – roller weighting – electrical and electronic stop motions – auto levellers – top & bottom rollers – roller cleaning devices – polar drafting system – Platts pressure bar systems – defects in silver – their causes and remedies.Introduction and Process Control in Mixing & Spinning Preparation: Objects of process control – Key variables for the process control in spinning – Norms – Establishment of norms. Productivity – Factors influencing it – Minimizing cost of production. Control of mixing, quality and cost – instrumental evaluation of cotton – control of mixing quality and cost – stimulations control of mixing quality and cost – linear programming for cotton mixing – the application of linear programming in a Mill – The control of yarn realization – Records for estimating yarn realization and waste – Norms for yarn realization. Control waste in cleaning in blow room and carding – determination of trash content and cleaning efficiency – norms for waste and cleaning efficiency in blow rooms and cards – assessing the performance of a blow room – locating and improving machines with substandard performance – optimizing cleaning at cards – control of comber waste – optimum level of comber waste – norms for improving mean length in combing – The need for routine check of comber waste – procedure of control of comber waste – control of silver evenness – control of stretch at fly frames – assessment and control of variability in blow room and draw frames – control of selective humidity – scope and means for increasing machine productivity in preparatory section.Modern Developments in Carding & Calculations: Features of LR C 1/3 Card – Developments in Feed part and Licker – in region – Cylinder region – condensing region and Web doffing mechanism, Coiler mechanism – India roll – Cross roll – Auto levellers – closed loop & Open loop auto levellers – Shirley pressure point system – Automatic waste extracting system – Automatic doffing – Automatic stop motions in cards – calculation of Speed, Draft and Draft constant, production and efficiency in Card – Lap exhausting time, Can fill time in Card.Modern Developments in Ring Spinning: Developments in drafting region – advantages – SKF – PK 225 – INA-V drafting system – Developments in twisting region – traversing thread guide and balloon control rings – advantages and limitation – special finishes to rings – special finishes to travellers – S-twist and Z-twist – traveller number – running in period of ring frame – energy saving spindle – variable speed spinning – auto doffing mechanism – long length frames – compact spinning – Elite compact spinning – advantages of compact spun yarns – super high drafting system.Process Control in Spinning: Measurement and analysis of productivity – definitions of indices of productivity – analysis of short fall in productivity – productivity and profitability – means to improve productivity – maximizing machine efficiency in ring spinning – controlling the end breakage in ring spinning – improving mechanical conditions in ring frame – renovation at ring frame to reduce end breaks – control of yarn quality, count, strength and their variability – assessing process capability for count control – reducing within bobbin count variation – reducing between bobbin count variation – routine control of count – control of variability in lea strength – meeting the requirement of yarn strength – Factors affecting yarn strength – norms for yarn strength – control of yarn quality – unevenness and imperfections – measurement of unevenness – types of yarn irregularity – random irregularity and periodic irregularity – control of yarn irregularity – causes of yarn irregularity – yarn faults and package defects.Ring Frames: Objects of ring frames – types of creels – apron drafting – SKF PK211, SKF PK 225 – LR drafting system – spacers – condenser – roller clearers – ring, traveller, spindle, ring rail and spindle rail, separator, traveller cleaner – tin roller – ‘Z’ twist and ‘S’ twist – bobbin building – yarn defects – causes and remedies.Silver lap machine – objects – L.R. silver lap machine – Ribbon lap machine – Objects – Super lap machine – Objects of combing – passage of material through a comber – Nasmith comber – Half lap – Nipper – Top comb – Feed roller – Detaching roller – waste percentage – modern developments in combing – combing defects – causes and remedies – post comb drawing.Simplex: Objects of speed frame process – high drafting system – bottom rollers – top rollers, and weighting of top rollers – condensers & spacer – spindle and flyer – false twister – collor – spindle rail – bobbin rail – bobbin leading and flyer leading – T & S and Sun & planet differential motion – building motion – features of Rovematic speed frames – defects in roving – their causes and remedies.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
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Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.General Knowledge and Current AffairsRENAISSANCE IN KERALAAwakening Through LiteratureNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcEfforts To Reform The SocietySocio-Religious reform MovementsSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Struggles and Social RevoltsMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Leaders Of RenaissanceThycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersLiterary FiguresKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma ValiyakoYi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersRole Of Press In RenaissanceMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcTowards A New SocietyIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Women And Social ChangeParvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSalient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Technical Mathematics
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Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Textile Fibres and Textile Wet Processing
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Bast Fibres: Features of bast fibres – Jute and Linen, Climate, soil condition and cultivation of linen, extraction of linen, rippling, retting – chemical, water and dew retting, breaking, scotching, hackling, advantages and disadvantages of each retting process, chemical combination and microscopic appearance of linen, physical and chemical properties of linen, cultivation of jute, extraction of jute fibre from the plant, chemical and physical properties of Jute, Composition of jute.Bleaching & Mercerising: Objects of bleaching – Types of bleaching agents – Bleaching with hypochlorites – Comparison of sodium hypochlorite in terms of their properties, chemical behaviour and application. Preparation of hydrogen peroxide – properties and chemical behaviour of hydrogen peroxide – Strength of hydrogen peroxide in volume & percentage – Bleaching with hydrogen peroxide (Batch process) – definition and principle of mercerizing – changes in the dimension of cotton by mercerizing – parameters affecting mercerisation, concentration of NaOH, pH, Temperature and Time.Blending and Processing of Man-made Fibres: Two methods of Blending – Blow room blending and draw frame blending – advantages and disadvantages.Changes in spinning line while processing man-made fibres – Blow Room – Card – Draw frame –Simplex – Ring frameChemistry of Wetting & Preparation of Cotton for Dyeing: Definition of surface tension and contact angle – Relationship of surface tension and contact angle with wetting of textile materials – important surface active agents – manufacture of Washing Soap & Detergents – Sequence of operations in wet processing cotton textiles – Singeing – objects – principle – methods – hot plate, roller, Gas singeing machines – De-sizing – objects – principle – methods – Rot steeping – Acid steeping, Enzymatic de-sizing, Scouring – objects and importance – principle and mechanism – Definition and types of Kiers.Cotton: Introduction to cotton fibre – cotton producing countries, Botanical classification of cotton, Types of commercial cottons and their properties, organic cotton & Bt cotton, hybrid Indian cotton and their properties, soil conditions, climate, cultivation, harvesting and picking of cotton, structure of cotton, longitudinal and cross sectional views, chemical composition, physical chemical properties.Differentiate acrylic and Modacrylic – production of Orlon Fibre – Vinyl cyanide – continuous polymerization – Wet spinning and dry spinning – stretching – properties and appearance of Acrylic fiber.Dyeing of Blend and Dyeing Machineries: Method of Dyeing – Dyeing of polyester – cotton blends with – Disperse and vat dyes – Disperse and reactive dyes – dyeing of polyester – viscose blends with – disperse and vat dyes – disperse and reactive dyes – dyeing of polyester – wool blends with disperse and acid dyes – dyeing machinery – loose cotton dyeing machines – yarn package dyeing machines – cop dyeing machine – cheese dyeing machine – beam warp dyeing machine – fabric dyeing machines – jigger dyeing machine – winch dyeing machine – padding mangles – HPHT jet dyeing machines – HTHP jigger – HTHP beam dyeing – Thermosol process.Dyeing of Cotton and Viscose using Water Insoluble Dyes and Natural Indigo: Dyeing with Sulphur, Vat, Solubilised vat, Natural Indigo, Oxidized colours, Mineral and Naphthol colours.Dyeing of Wool, Silk & Man-made Fibres: Various dyes used for protein fibres – preparation of wool and silk for dyeing – Dyeing of wool with – Acid dyes – Basic dyes – Reactive Dyes – Dyeing of silk with – Acid dyes – Basic dyes – Reactive dyes – Methods of dyeing of man-made fibres – Dyeing of man-made material – polyester with disperse dyes – Acrylic with basic dyes.Finishing: Water mangles – Three and Six bowl mangles – Hydro extraction – Roller and centrifuge type – drying machines – blanket drying & Buti hot air drying machines – Damping machines – Brush and spray – objects of stentering – description of pin & clip stenter – Hot air stenter – Starch finishing – objects – various ingredients. Calendaring – objects – different types of calendars – Beetling – Sanforizing – objects – principle and mechanism of compressive shrinkage – pre-shrinkage process – Sanforizing machines – Anti-crease finish – objects – types of anti-crease finishes – water repellent & water proof finishes – study of mildew, moth and rot proof finishes Flame retardant finishes.Importance of drawing or stretching – advantages – draw ratio – Filament ratio – stretch ratio – cold drawing – hot drawing – Draw twist machine – Importance of Staple fiberIntroduction to Dyeing, Dyes and Dyeing of Cotton, Viscose, Silk and Wool using Soluble Dyes: Classification of colouring matters – general terms used in dyeing, Fastness, Liquor ratio & Dye bath – General mechanism of dyeing, physical, chemical & Solvent theories of dyeing – fastness properties of dyed materials. Method of application of Direct Dyes and Reactive Dyes on Cotton & Viscose, Basic colours on Cotton & Silk, Acid colours on Wool.Introduction to Fully Synthetic Fibres: Polyamides – Nylon 66, Nylon 6 - Polyester Terylene, Dacron – Poly olefin, Poly ethylene and polypropylene – Poly acrylonitrile, acrylic mod acrylic – poly vinyl alcohol – poly urethane fiber spandex – aramid fibres nomex & Kevlar – definition of monomers, polymers, polymerization, degree of polymerization – classification of polymerization – condensation polymerization, addition polymerization and co-polymerization – their examples with equations – Random, Alternative, Block co-polymers – Linear, branched, and cross linked polymers. Principles of spinning and methods of – melt spinning, wet spinning, dry spinning, advantages, disadvantages and suitability.Introduction to PET fibre. Different types – Terylene – Dacron – Manufacture of Terylene – Production of Ethylene glycol and DMT – Polymerization – Melt spinning – Hot drawing – Filament and staple fiber – Properties – Microscopic appearance – Physical and chemical properties.Introduction to Textile Fibres: Definitions of textile fibre, spun yarn, filament yarn, monofilament, texturised yarn, single yarn, ply yarn etc – classification of textile fibres on the basis of origin and chemical nature with examples, general properties of textile fibre, essential properties, desirable properties.Polyesters and Polyamides: Chemistry of polyamide fibres – Nylon 66 – Nylon 6 – Manufacture of nylon 66 – raw materials – polymerization – spinning – drawing – with equation – properties of Nylon 66 – microscopic appearance – physical and chemical properties.Polypropylene – Three different types of Polymers, Manufacture – raw material, Polymerization, Melt spinning and drawing – Properties and appearance of Polypropylene.Polyurethane Fiber – Manufacture and properties of “Spandex”. Aramid, Nomex, and Kevlar fibres.Production of Nylon 6 – production of Caprolactum – condensation polymerization – melt spinning – stretching – properties – microscopic appearance – physical and chemical properties.PVA fibre – Manufacture – Raw materials – polymerization – saponification – wet and dry spinning – drawing – properties of PVA.Recently Developed Synthetic Fibres: Names of recently developed synthetic fibre, poly ethylene, poly propylene, Acrylic fibre, PVA Fibre, Poly Urethane Fibre, Nomex fibre, Kevlar fibre. Method of manufacturing HDPE – Raw material – Polymerization with Ziengler type catalyst – Melt spinning and Drawing – Properties, differentiate LDPE & HDPE.Regenerated Fibres: Different types of Rayons, manufacture of viscose rayon, polynosic and properties, physical and chemical properties of viscose rayon, uses of viscose rayon, various steps involved in manufacture of acetate rayon, physical and chemical properties of acetate rayon, uses of acetate rayon, microscopical appearance of viscose and acetate rayon, cuprammonium and Nitro rayon, Lyocell, Modal, FR viscose & Bamboo fibre.Silk: Varieties of silk, silk producing countries, Sericulture – Pre-cocoon operations, Life cycle of silk worm, various stages involved in production of raw silk from cocoons, reeling, throwing and doubling of silk, structure of silk filaments and microscopic appearances, chemical composition of silk, degumming and weighting of silk, physical and chemical properties of silk.Size recipe for – Polyester filament yarn – Polyester / Viscose – Polyester / Cotton, control of static charges and humidity.Textile Printing: Differentiate between dyeing & printing – ingredients used in printing & preparation of print paste – preparation of cloth for printing – after treatments given to printed fabrics – differentiate between methods of printing & styles of printing. Different methods of printing – block printing – stencil printing – screen printing – automatic flat bed screen printing – rotary screen printing – roller printing – transfer printing. Basic concepts of following styles of printing – direct, discharge, resist and dyed styles – Batik style and dyes used for batik style – tie-dyeing – Foam printing – flock printing – Damask printing – Kalamkari printing.Texturisation – objects – types of texturized yarns – stretch yarn – Modified stretch yarn – Bulk yarn – Texturization methods – False twist texturization – Stuffer Box crimping – Knife edge crimping – Air texturizing – Knit – De-knit texturizing – Gear crimping – Knife edge crimping – texturizing machines – advantages – uses of texturised yarn.Wool: Varieties of wool, types & grades, shearing of wool, composition and structure of wool, chlorination, carbonisation, scouring and felting of wool, physical and chemical properties of wool.
Basic Electrical Engineering
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Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Fabric Structure, Fashion Design and Garment Technology
Sec 8
Classification of Garments, Patterning and Grading: Classify garments for men, women and children – selection of fabrics for various garments – Theory of Human Anatomy – measurements and importance of measurements – body measurements for children, ladies and gents garments – importance of paper patterns – types of paper patterns – Importance and principles of pattern drafting – pattern grading – study of pattern making for various types of top and bottom garments – Grading of various components of garments – Study of marker planning – draft pattern for gents shirts – draft pattern for ladies skirts.Compound Structures: General features of Bedford cord fabrics – Construction of plain face Bedford cord, Twill face Bedford cord, Wadded Bedford cord and develop their drafts – Functions of cutting ends, face ends and wadding ends – Features of Pique fabrics – Differentiate pique fabrics and Bedford cord fabrics – Functions of cutting, face, wadding and back picks – Construction of various types of pique fabrics, Plain one shuttle of pique, Coarse cut pique, Fine cut pique, Wadded pique, Backed pique – System of Drafting and Denting applicable to above weaves – Additional attachments required in a loom to weave Bedford cord and Pique fabrics – Importance of Double, Open Double width, Treble, Tubular and Interchanging double cloth – Construct Double cloth, Double width cloth, Tubular, Treble, Interchanging Double cloth – Importance of extra warp and extra weft figuring in ornamentation of fabrics – importance of All over figuring, Stripe figuring and Spot figuring – Features of Toilet Quilt fabrics – Construct examples for 2 pick, and 3 pick Toilet Quilt.Fashion Designing and Product Development: Define design – requirement of design – structural and decorative design – application of structural and decorative design in dresses – create variety through structural and decorative design – Define harmony – aspects of harmony – Define proportion – Aspects of proportion and space relationship – Define rhythm – Define emphasis – balance in dress design – social psychology of clothing – customers requirement of clothing – Designing and quality control – Fashion garments Vs Basic garments – Concept of technological environment of production development – Importance of process and product development – product performance and importance of specifications - Balance between aesthetic, performance and price factors.Fusing, Pressing and Packing: Object of fusing – Fusing – base cloth and resin coating system – Effect of temperature time and pressure in fusing – Effect of pressing and various types of pressing – machinery used for pressing – controls in pressing – material handling systems – packing materials and various types of packing – Labels and tags.Perforated Fabrics and Jacquard Designs: Perforated fabrics – uses – Construct 3 X 3, 4 X 4, 5 X 5 Mock – Leno – Draft and Denting plan – speciality of denting for Mock – leno designs – principles of cross weaving – application of Doup Healds – Differentiate Gauze and Leno – Standard diagram of the cloth structure, Drafting and lifting plan for Plain Gauze, Cellular leno, Net leno / Spider leno – various types of sheds formed in cross weaving – Plain shed, open shed and cross shed formed in cross weaving with bottom douping – Differentiate mock leno and huck – a – back and compare their draft and lifting plan – Importance and general characteristics of Jacquard designs – Steps involved in the reproduction of Jacquard design from Jacquard cloth – Steps involved in the reproduction of Jacquard design from motif designs.Plain and Twill Weaves: Application of Point paper in textile Designing – count of point paper and definition – design, draft, lifting plan and denting plan – straight draft, broken draft, point draft, mixed draft – plain weave, warp rib weaves, weft rib weaves and mat weaves, modification of plain weaves – twill weaves – classification – warp faced twill – weft faced twill – Even faced twill – Steep twill – Flat twill – Left hand twill – Right hand twill – simple twill – compound twill – modification of twill weaves – satin and sateen designs – warp cork – screw and weft cork – screw designs – combined twills – figured twill – zigzag twills – diamond twills – broken twills – broken and reversed twill - drafts for the above designs – Influence of yarn twist on the prominence of twill lines.Spreading, Cutting and Sewing: Objects of spreading – methods of spreading – various types of woven fabrics – types of lay – pattern lay out – Rules in pattern layout – methods for layout – layout for asymmetrical designs – Economy of fabric in placing pattern – Rules for placement of pattern if the fabric is insufficient – importance of ‘Marshden’ layout, ‘Marshden’ lay and lay length – cutting process – types of cutting machines and die cutters – tools required for clothing construction – types of stitches and classification of stitches – Seams and different types of seams – types of sewing machines – button hole, buttoning – Importance of trimmings – Selection of needles and threads for different types of garments – individual and group production systems.Towelling Fabrics: General requirements of a towelling fabric – weaves used for towelling fabrics – construction of 3-pick terry, 4-pick terry and 5-pick terry – construction of ordinary honey comb, Brighton’s honey comb – features of Huck – a – Back fabrics – Construction of Devon’s Huck – a – Back, 10 X 10 Huck – a – Back, Honey comb Huck – a – Back weaves, Reversible Huck – a – Back weaves – Drafts applicable to the above designs – Features of pile fabric – Classification – construction of Velvet, Velveteen – True warp pile, Two pick to a wire, Three pick to a wire, Fast true warp pile, Half the pile over each wire – Differentiate warp pile and weft pile structures – importance of cutting and finishing in the production of weft piles – velveteen – Classification of velveteen – Construct Plain back, Twill back, corded, Corded velveteen with twill as ground weaves – Features of crepe weaves – Different systems of constructing crepe weaves – By adding marks to satin weaves, Combining plain threads with a floating weave, Inserting one weave over another, Reversing a small repeat, Chemical treatments used to impart crepe effects – Principle of seer sucker fabrics.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 9
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Textile Testing, Errection and Maintenance of Textile Machinery
Sec 10
Elements of Statistics, Humidity and Moisture: Definition of Textile Testing – Definition of quality assurance – objects of Textile Testing – Importance of statistics – Definition of statistics – Quality control and Quality assurance – selection of Sample for testing - population and individual in statistics – classification and tabulation of data – frequency table – graphical representation of frequency distribution – types of frequency curves – measures of central Tendency – Measures of Dispersion – Humidity – expressions of humidity – measurement of Humidity of the atmosphere – standard atmospheric condition, standard atmosphere and standard testing atmosphere – expression of moisture in a textile material – standard moisture regain of important textile fibres – Estimation of standard regain of a blend – Moisture Hysteresis – Estimation of Moisture content and regain of Textile materials.Errection of Textile Machineries: The importance of levelling & methods of levelling – Instruments used in levelling – Erect various textile machineries – Erection tools and equipments – Measure the vibration of textile machineries – Dampers – functions – Balancing – types.Fabric Testing: Fabric properties and characteristics –Dimensional properties of Fabric – Threads density – Fabric weight – Count of the yarn used for fabric manufacture – Determination of cover factor – Warp cover factor, Weft cover factor and Cloth cover factor – Crimp in yarn – Crimp percentage and crimp amplitude – Shirley yarn crimp tester – Definition of pill and causes of pill formation – ICI Pill box tester – Fabric strength – Determination of Fabric tensile strength by tester working on CRT principle – Elmendorf Tearing strength tester – Hydraulic bursting strength tester – Fabric abrasion resistance – Types of abrasions – Martindale abrasion tester – Fabric stiffness – Bending length, flexural rigidity and bending modulus – Cantilever principle – Shirley stiffness tester – Drape and drape co-efficient – Determination of drape by Drape meter – Crease property – Crease resistance and Crease recovery – Shirley crease recovery tester – Define air permeability – air permeability, air resistance and air porosity –Shirley air permeability tester – water permeability and water repellency – Bundesmann water permeability tester.Fibre Testing: Properties of Textile fibres – Importance of fibre length – fibre length parameters – Determination of fibre length parameters by different instruments – Importance of fibre fineness – Relationship between air flow and fibre fineness – Determination of fibre fineness – Importance of fibre strength – Different strength technologies – Stress-strain curve for different – Elastic property – Estimation of fibre strength – Importance of fibre maturity – List the different methods of determination of fibre maturity – Estimation of fibre maturity by Caustic soda swelling method – Importance of FQI and its relation to lea CSP – Features of Advanced Fibre Information System (AFIS) – Features of High Volume Instrument (HVI) – Cleaning efficiency, Lint, Trash and invisible loss – Estimation of trash content in cotton by Shirley trash analyzer.Introduce safety precautions & maintenance of safety equipments in textile mill. The maintenance schedule for different preparatory sections – The maintenance schedule for loom shed – Overhauling schedule of machineries in preparatory and weaving department – The defects due to improper maintenance.Introduction to Maintenance of Workshop Machinery: List the types of maintenance and application – State new methods introduced in textile machinery maintenance –The duties and responsibilities of maintenance supervisor – Introduce work order procedure, store control – State the importance of work – study techniques – purpose and working of various types of fundamental workshop machineries – Calliper, micrometer, Feeler gauge, Dial gauge, Height & depth gauge –Express the principle of annealing, normalizing, hardening, tempering, carburizing & case hardening – State different types of bearings and functions – State the objects of lubricants, various types of lubricants – various characteristics of lubricants.Maintenance of Textile Machineries: The maintenance schedules for different spinning machineries – overhauling maintenance schedules of spinning machineries – Identify the defects due to improper maintenance – maintenance schedule during strike and lay-off periods.The maintenance schedule for dyeing & processing machineries.Yarn Testing: Properties and characteristics of yarn – Importance of yarn count – Determination of yarn count – The importance of Yarn twist – Definition of twist, S twist, Z twist, twist on twist, weft on twist – Relationship between yarn count & TPI – Different methods of twist determination – Estimation of twist in yarn by – Importance of yarn strength – Factors affecting yarn strength – Principles of tensile strength testing – Estimation of single thread strength – lea tester – Importance of evenness of the yarn – terms in evenness – Methods of determination of evenness – Yarn appearance grading by ASTM standard boards – Uster evenness tester, spectrograph and imperfection indicator – Classification of basic classimat faults – Uster classimat – yarn hairiness – Determination of yarn hairiness.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
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Syllabus Explorer
Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 2
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Moulds and Dies Technology, Material Technology
Sec 3
Bearing or Antifriction alloys – Properties and uses of Phosphor Bronze, White metal, Babbit metal.Calendaring – vacuum forming – preform moulding, mat and fabric moulding, premix moulding, filament winding, multicolour moulding.Classification of Cast Iron – white, molted, Grey cast iron alloy cast ironComposition – properties of different die cast alloys – Die casting machines Hot Chamber and cold chamber – die casting dies.Destructive and Non-destructive Tests – Tensile Test, hardness Test, Impact test, Fatigue Test, Creep test.Die casting – advantages of die casting – principle – limitations of pressure die casting process. Die casting Terminology – die casting alloys – Al, Zinc, Mg, Cu etc.Effect of alloying elements on properties of steel – Nickel, Chromium, Manganese, Molybdenum, Silicon, Vanadium, Tungsten.Elastic deformation and plastic deformation, slip mechanism, work hardness, re-crystallisation.Extrusion moulds – application – blow moulding, rotational moulding, casting and moulding – advantages and applications.Ferrous metals and alloys – production and properties of pig iron, wrought iron and cast iron.Heat Treatment – objectives – Annealing, Normalizing, hardening and Tempering.Heat Treatment of Tool Steel – TTT diagram, Bainite Transformation, Martensite Transformation, Austempering, Martempering – heat Treatment Furnaces – Defects in heat treatment.Material Technology: Mechanical properties of materials – Tensile strength, Compressive strength, Ductility, Malleability, Hardness, Brittleness, Impact strength, Fatigue and Creep resistance.Moulds and Dies Technology: Plastics in the mould Industry, properties, applications processing Techniques – Injection moulding, principle, applications, Injection Moulding machines – Shot weight calculations, Plasticizing capacity, Clamping force – Number of cavity calculation – Testing of plastics – visual Test, Smoke Test, Carbon Black Test – Terminology, mould materials, feed system – Runner, types of runner, runner dia calculation, gate – Types of Gates, Ejection Techniques, Ejection force calculation. Venting, shrinkage, parting surface. Factors governing shrinkage, cooling – mould cooling calculation. Side core and side cavity – two, three plate moulds, runner less moulds, multi daylight moulds – mould maintenance – compression moulding – applications, basic types – Flash, positive, landed positive, semi positive.Nonferrous alloys – Cu base, Brass, Bronze, Aluminium Alloys.Nonferrous metals and alloys in Engineering application – Properties and uses of Al, Cu, lead, Tin, Zinc, Magnesium, Nickel.Polymers – polymerisation – Types of Thermosetting and Thermoplastics – examples – properties and uses of polythene, PVC, PTFE, Acrylics, Bakelite, Phenolics, Epoxies, Silicone, PolystersProduction and properties of Steel – Bessemer, LD, open hearth, Electric Furnace.Properties and uses of alloy steel – nickel steel, Tool and Die steel, HSS Tool steel, Stainless steel, spring steel.Structure of material – unit cell, space Lattice, BCC, FCC, HCP. Effect of grain size on mechanical properties.Surface hardening – Case hardening, nitriding, cyaniding, flame hardening, induction hardening.Transfer moulds – application – advantages and limitations. Types – pot and plunger.X ray, magnetic particle, Fluorescent penetrant Test, ultrasonic test, Crystallographic test, X-ray diffraction test, electron microscopic Test.
Press Tool Technology and Tool Design
Sec 4
Blank development for cylindrical shell – Algebraic method, graphical method, Layout method, CG method.Die sets – Types, precision and commercial / standard and non-standard, top plate, bottom plate, guide pillar material, Shut height.Ejectors and Shedders – Functions and Types.Fasteners and dowel – Screws, function, types – socket head, counter sunk, cheese head, Rivets, Cotter pin. Positing of screws.Fine Blanking – Calculation of Punch and die, materials suitable for fine blanking – work hardening – steel, copper and copper alloys.Knockouts – Functions.Press – parts, capacity, power – mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, press selection.Press Tool Operations: Piercing, Blanking, Lancing, extrusion, embossing, coining, bending, drawing, swaging, shaving, deep drawing etc.Press Tools – Guide Plate Tool, Progressive Tool, Compound tool and Combination ToolPunches – Cutting and non cutting punches, hybrid punches – Load on punches – size determination – clearance, punch, die size, die block – solid, split.Side Cutters – Functions, advantages.Strip layout - % utilization.Strippers – types, box, fixed, travellers, stripping force for blanking and piercing – fool proofing – pilots – purpose – direct and indirect pilots – size – methods of piloting.
Production Technology & Engineering Metrology
Sec 5
Broaching – Purpose – tools – parts of the tools – Broaching machineCAD – CAM – Advantages, applications, CNC programmes G code & M code.Calibration – need – requirements – annual calibration programme – calibration of Vernier calliper, Vernier height gauge, depth gauge, dial gauge, limit gauges, slip gauges, Surface plate.Comparator – Mechanical, electrical and electronic, optical comparator, pneumatic comparator.Cutting fluid – functions – properties – classification – effect on tool life - selection – method of application.Cutting speed, feed and Depth of cut.Dial Gauge – profile projector.Die sinking and engraving – Necessity and use – cutter for die sinking – Pantograph machine – applications.Drilling machines – types – specifications – speed, feed and depth of cut – parts and its functions – Drill bit, types, nomenclature.Engineering Metrology: Definitions – Range, sensitivity, True value, Indicated value, error, corrections, Accuracy, Precision.FMS – Basic components of FMS.Gas Welding – Gases, Different Flames, Welding Techniques, Gas cutting – Welding symbols as per BIS.Gauges – limit gauges, Go and No go gauges, Plug gauge, Snap gauge, Ring gauge – advantages and limitations.Grinding and Grinding machine – Abrasives, Types, Types of bonds, selection of Grinding wheel, Specification of Grinding wheel, cylindrical grinder and surface grinder, special purpose grinders – specifications – working – parts – functions. Work holding devices – mounting of wheel, truing and dressing of wheel, various speed, feed and depth of cut for different materials – Balancing of wheel.JIG Boring Machine – Types – open front, cross rail, Jig grinding, internal - proper selection of Jig grinding wheel – Method of holding work.Lathe – Types – specifications, accessories, functions, work holding and tool holding devices, single point cutting Tool, nomenclature, mechanism of tool cutting, chip formation, Types of chips, Tool life, equation.Lathe operations – Plain turning, Taper turning, Thread cutting and other operations.Linear measurements & Angular measurements – surface plate, angle plate, ‘V’ Block, Straight edge, Combination set, universal surface Gauge, Feeler Gauge – Bevel protractor, sine bar, Clinometer.Measuring machines – Toolmaker’s microscope, Vernier optimeter, CMM, Computer aided metrology.Metal Joining - Permanent and semi-permanent and TemporaryMilling Machines – Types – specifications – parts – functions – milling cutters – Types – nomenclature – Tool material – specification – cutter holding devices – work holding devices – speed, feed, Depth of cut – milling operations – conventional milling and climb millingNC / CNC / DNC – Classification based on Control system – Point to point, straight, contour system, classification based on feedback, open loop, closed loop, elements of CNC – work holding devices.NC machines – use, principles of EDM, Electro discharge grinding, ECM, AJM, LBM, wire cut EDM, Ultrasonic machining.Other welding methods – Thermit, TIG, MIG, Ultrasonic, Plasma Arc, Electron Beam and Laser Beam.Plain milling – Key way milling, T-slot milling. Indexing Head, Calculation – direct indexing, simple and differential indexing.Precision Instruments – Vernier Caliper, height gauge, depth gauge, micrometer, micrometer depth gauge, slip gauge. Measurement of tapered recess whose angle is very smallResistance Welding – spot, seam, projection, butt and percussionRobots – Classifications, features, necessity – components – various generation – power drives used – Types of grippers – manipulators – degree of freedom – end effecters – types – applications – advantages.Shaper, Slotter and Planer – Parts, Functions, mechanisms, work holding devices, specifications, cutting speed, feed and depth of cut.Surface finish – Evaluation of surface roughness – CLA and RMS value – method of measuring surface finish – Interferometer – Michelson’s Interferometer – Tomlinson’s surface meter – working of optical flat – classification, Type A, Type B, flatness test, parallelism test.Surface finishing and Coating – Lapping, Honing and super finishing, electroplating, Hot dipping, tin coating, metal spraying.Welding – Fusion and non-fusion – Arc welding – principle, tools and equipments – Electrode – Types and specifications.
Applied Mechanics, Strength of materials & Fluid Mechanics
Sec 6
Centre of Gravity of Sections: Centroids – centre of gravity – axis of symmetry and axis of reference – methods to find centre of gravity – simple geometric sections – Triangle, Circle, semi circle – Combination of symmetrical Sections T- sections, I-sections, Channel sections, Combination of unsymmetrical sections, L section, plane sections with cut out holes.Columns and Struts: Column, strut, buckling load, equivalent length, slenderness ratio – types of columns – short, medium, long – Euler equation and its assumptions for crippling load – for different end conditions. Both end hinged, one end fixed and other end free – one end fixed and other end hinged. Both ends fixed – Rankine’s formula for columns – equivalent length – Slenderness ratio equivalent length on different end conditions.Deflection of beams – simply supported beam with Point Load (central), SS with UDL on entire span, cantilever with point load at free end. Cantilever with UDL over entire span.Direct Stresses and Strains: Types – tensile and compressive – longitudinal and lateral strain – Poisson’s ratio – behaviour of mild steel under tension – stress strain diagram – limit of proportionality – elastic limit – yield point – ultimate stress – working stress – factor of safety – comparison of stress strain diagram of a mild steel and a brittle material – Hooks law and Young’s modulus – principle of superposition – stresses in varying, composite sections, Shear stress and shear strain – modulus of rigidity – volumetric strain, bulk modulus, Thermal stress and strain, Nature and magnitude of stresses due to change in temperature – total or partial prevention of expansion and contraction – temperature stress on composite bar.FLUID MECHANICS, PNEUMATICSControl Elements and Components: Control valves 2, 3, 4 way directional control valves, solenoid valves – Cam operated flow control valves – Air cylinders – types – light, medium, heavy, tandem, duplex, double end types.Flow through Orifices, Notches, Pipes and Nozzles: Orifices – types – Vena Contracta – coefficient of contraction – coefficient of velocity – coefficient of discharge – Notches – types of notches – rectangular – triangular - trapezoidal – discharge over notches – simple pipes – loss of head in pipes – major energy losses -minor energy losses – losses due to friction – Darcy’s formula, loss of head in pipes – Chezy’s formula, loss of head due to sudden enlargement - sudden contraction – water hammer.Fluid Power: Basic law – Applications of fluid power – properties of fluid such as viscosity index, oxidation stability, demulsibility, lubricity, rust prevention, pour point, flash and fire point – neutralisation number.Fluid Pressure and Measurements: Pressure at a point – pressure head – Pascal’s law – absolute, gauge, atmospheric and vacuum pressures – measurement of fluid pressure – Piezometer tube – simple manometer – differential manometer – inverted differential manometer – Bourdon’s tube pressure gauge – total pressure – total pressure on immersed surface – horizontal – vertical - inclined.Hydraulic Circuits: Automatic cylinder, reciprocating circuit, circuit for robotic arm.Hydraulic Control Elements and Components: Control valves – functions – classifications – relief valves – poppet valves – direction control valves – types – sliding spool type – check valves – 1, 2, 3, way directional control valves, solenoid control valves – flow control valves – types – gate, globe, butterfly valves – non return valves, application circuits and control valves – intensifier – accumulators – purpose – types – weight loaded, spring loaded, gas loaded.Hydraulic Machines: Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps – parts working, priming, air vessel efficiency.Hydraulic System: Basis of system – oil reservoir pump unit, principle of working of positive displacement pump – classifications – gear pump, screw pump, Vane pumps, lobe pump, simple piston pumps, hydraulic actuators – classifications – rotary, semi-rotary – Linear motion type – hydraulic motors – hydraulic cylinder types – single acting, double acting.Hydro Pneumatic System: Comparison of hydraulic, pneumatic & hydro-pneumatic system – advantages and application of combinational system of air and oil working of air controlled hydraulic valvesKinematics and Dynamics of Fluid Flow: Types of fluid flow – steady and unsteady – uniform and non-uniform flow – laminar and turbulent – compressible and incompressible flow – rotational and irrotational flow – one, two and three dimensional flow - rate of flow or discharge – equation of continuity of liquid flow – energy of a liquid in motion – potential energy – kinetic energy – pressure energy – total energy – total head of liquid in motion – Bernoulli’s equation – assumptions - applications – venturimeter – Orifice meter – Pitot tube.Pneumatic Circuits: Basic pneumatic circuits, power operated holding devices – power operated chucks, mandrel, collet and clamping circuits.Pneumatic System: Comparison of pneumatic & hydraulic system – basic pneumatic system – pneumatic symbols - air filter – pressure regulator – lubricator – mufflers.Properties of Fluid: Specific weight – specific volume – specific gravity – viscosity - kinematics viscosity – Newton’s law of viscosity – types of fluids – compressibility – surface tension – capillarity.Turbine – Pelton, Francis turbine, parts, working efficiencyFriction: Type – static, dynamic, sliding, rolling, pivot, limiting friction, angle of friction, coefficient of friction, cone of friction – Laws of friction – static friction and kinetic friction – sliding body resting on a horizontal plane – force acting along the plane and at an angle.Moment of Inertia: Radius of gyration, methods to find moment of inertia, Moment of inertia of rectangular and circular sections – parallel axis theorem, perpendicular axis theorem, Moment of inertia of T-section, I, L and channel Sections.Riveted Joints: Types – lap joint – single riveted, double riveted (Chain and zigzag) – butt joint - single cover, double cover single riveted – failure of riveted joints – design of riveted joints, failure of rivets – shearing and crushing – failure of plates – tearing across a row of rivets - tearing off plate at an edge – strength of rivet, plate and riveted joints – efficiency of a riveted joint – single cover and double cover single riveted butt joint, caulking and fullering of riveted joints.Shear Force and Bending Moment: Types of beams – cantilever, simply supported, overhanging, built in and continuous beam.Springs: Types of springs, leaf and Helical – closely coiled, open coiled, deflection, stiffness, torque and energy stored.Thin Cylinders: Failures of thin cylinder – stresses in thin cylindrical shell – hoop stress – longitudinal stress, pressure of thin cylinders.Torsion of Circular Shafts: Assumptions for shear stresses in a circular shaft subjected to torsion, torsion equation, strength equation for a solid and hollow shaft – power equations, polar moment of inertia – strength and power of shafts.Types of loading – point load, uniformly distributed load, uniformly varying load, Shear force diagram, Bending moment diagram – combination of point load, UDC load – maximum bending moment.Welded Joints: Types of fillet and butt weld – welding terms – Leg of the weld, size of the fillet weld, throat thickness – effective length of the weld, side fillet weld and end fillet weld, strengths of welded joints, fillet and butt, transverse, single and double rows – parallel welds, combination of transverse and parallel – butt weld.
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 7
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 8
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 9
General Knowledge and Current AffairsRENAISSANCE IN KERALAAwakening Through LiteratureNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcEfforts To Reform The SocietySocio-Religious reform MovementsSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Struggles and Social RevoltsMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Leaders Of RenaissanceThycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersLiterary FiguresKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyathampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersRole Of Press In RenaissanceMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcTowards A New SocietyIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Women And Social ChangeParvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Welfare Legislations and ProgrammesSocial Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Industrial Management and Engineering
Sec 10
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERINGControl charts – X, R, P, 100P and C.Fundamental of Statistical Concepts: Variability in measurements – Terms - variable, attribute, frequency, frequency distribution and frequency plot – Normal distribution curve, Tally sheet, Mean, mode, median and standard deviationInspection and Quality Control: Quality and quality control – product control – Inspection- Types – Advantages and limitations.Method Study: Work study – Advantages, applications – Method study – Therbligs and their symbols – Process chart – preparation of operation process chart, flow process chart, man-machine chart, right hand and left hand process chart, SIMO chart – Flow diagram – Principles of motion economy – Rules concerning human body, work place layout and material handling, tools and equipments – work measurement – stop watch time study – standard time calculation – Production study – work sampling.Pre-planning activities – Forecasting, plant location, product planning, design and development, material selection.Process planning, determination of men, machines, material and tool requirements – Process planning – Choice of machine in process planning – Break even analysis – Process sheet – Process planning procedure – Routing – Scheduling – Dispatching – value engineering – Plant location and layout – plant layout – Plant maintenance – Types of maintenance.Production Planning and Control: Concepts of industry – Production and productivity – types of production – Job production, batch production, mass production, continuous production – Planning and control – Definitions, benefits and functions.Project Analysis: Need and scope – Elements of project analysis – Production cost – Market survey – Selling price – Capital investment – Return on investment – Elements of costing – Classification of cost – Depreciation – Types.INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENTMaterials and Sales Management: Inventory management – definition and classifications – purchase procedure – buying techniques – EOQ and ABC analysis.Principles of Management: Meaning of management – Taylor’s scientific management, Functions of management – Different types of ownership – organizational structure.Project Management Techniques: Network analysis – terms used in CPM, PERT – CPM operations, earliest finish time (EFT), latest finish time (LFT), critical path, event, slack or float, dummy activity, construction of network diagrams – Fulkerson’s rule – PERT - Comparison – Calculation of expected time – Event, activity, successor event, predecessor event, earliest expected time, latest allowable time, slack.Quality Planning and its developments: Definitions of quality – TQM conceptQuantitative techniques in Management: Methods – Linear programming – formulation of LPP – transportation problem – North West corner rule, Vogel’s approximation method – Game theory – two-persons zero sum game – Maxi-min and mini-max principle – saddle point.Stores management – store keeping functions – duties of store keeper – store layout – Centralized and decentralized store – store records – indent forms – bin card – store ledger - Sales – importance – functions of sales department – sales forecasting.Wage Payment System: Types of Wages – Nominal, real, living, fair and minimum wages – Incentives.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer in WOOD AND PAPER TECHNOLOGY
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Lecturer in Polytechnic colleges across Kerala under the Technical Education department. Candidates with a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in the relevant engineering discipline are eligible for the post.
75m
11s
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Module II (e): Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Module IV : Wood Products
Sec 2
Adhesives – adhesion – adherents – cohesion – glue – thermosetting resins – thermoplastic resins (definition only). Natural glues – synthetic glues – urea formaldehyde resin – Phenol formaldehyde resin – Resorcinol formaldehyde resin – melamine formaldehyde resin – epoxy resin – properties uses and ingredients of each.Fiber board – raw materials – types – uses.Oriented strand board – Wafier board – Wood-wool boards – MDF – edge banding.Plywood – definition, veneer – definition – peeling – slicing. Preparation of wood for peeling and slicing. Veneer drying – dryers – Jet dryer, Band dryer, roller dryer. Splicing – jointing – matching – pressing – cold press and hot press – sanding – Drum sander – wide belt sander – Trimming – grading, particle board – raw materials – classification and uses.
Module II (a): Technical Mathematics
Sec 3
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Module VII : Mechanical Engineering
Sec 4
Belt – Gear – Chain Drives: Advantages, Disadvantages, Application – Spur gear nomenclature, Simple gear train – compound gear train – reverted gear train – epicyclic gear train – properties of steam – wet – dry – superheated steam – properties of steam.Boiler – Boiler Mountings & Accessories.Stop valve – Safety valve – Water level indicator – Fusible plug – pressure gauge – feed pump – Economiser – super heater.Classification of boiler – Fire tube – water tube – comparison – Advantages – Disadvantages – Cochran boiler – Babcock and Wilcox boiler – LaMont boiler – Locomotive boilerFluid Mechanics - Newtonian and Non-Newtonian fluid – Density – specific weight – specific gravity – specific volume, compressibility, surface tension, capillarity, viscosity, Kinematic – viscosity – Determination of fluid pressure by Piezometer tube, U tube Manometer.Laminar flow - turbulent flow – critical velocity – Reynold’s number – Bernoulli’s equation – Venturi meter – Orifice Meter – Pitot tube – centrifugal pumps – reciprocating pumps – Gear pump – Vane pump, Screw pump – single stage – Multistage pumps.
Module III : Wood Chemistry and Wood Processing
Sec 5
Biological determination of wood – causes – classification of fungus, insects, marine borers and termites.Destructive distillation of wood – distillation products.Seasoning methods – air seasoning, kila seasoning, chemical seasoning, solar seasoning – stacking methods – seasoning defects – twist, cup, bow, split, check, honey combing, collapse.Wood Chemistry – Wood – Cell – structure of cell – cellulose – hemicellulose – lignin – properties and structure – comparison – alpha, beta & gamma. Cellulose – hollow cellulose – cross & Bevan cellulose.Wood Extractives – methods of extraction – effect of extractives on durability – gluing – characteristics.Wood hydrolysis – wood analysis – determination of moisture content of wood by oven-dry method by moisture meter – determination of wood extractives and Lignin.Wood preservation – need of wood preservation – types of preservatives – oil type, organic solvent type and water soluble type – preservation methods – pressure processes and non-pressure processesWood processing – Forest and forestry – Forest products – Logging – felling – exogenous and endogenous tress – softwood and hardwood – natural defects.Wood seasoning – Fibre saturation point – equilibrium moisture content – free moisture and bound moisture.
Module V : Pulp Technology
Sec 6
Bleaching – bleaching chemicals – chlorine, chlorine dioxide, peroxide, TCF, ECF, oxygen and ozone.Classification of pulping process – chemical pulping – mechanical pulping – semi-chemical pulping - comparison and properties of each.Flat screen – rotary screen – pressure screen and centrifugal cleaners.Pulp Technology – definition of pulp – raw materials – wood based – waste paper based – agro based – preparation of raw materials for pulping – debarking – chipping – screening – chip storage.Secondary fibres – importance of recycling – deinking – advantages of deinked pulp. Bagasse pulping – depithing methods – Wet, dry and moist depithing – washing – screening and cleaning of pulp – conveyors – Belt conveyor – Roller conveyor and screw conveyer.
Module VI : Paper, Paper Boards & Speciality Papers
Sec 7
Calendaring and reeling – coating – need – coating equipments – air knife coater – brush coater – cast coater – cascade coater swimming roll, Finishing and converting of paper.Carpentry joints – lengthening, widening, corner and box joints.Drying – Dryers – MG, MF dryers.Effluent treatment – COD, BOD, TOD, colour, suspended solids, dissolved solids, total solids.Fillers – clay, titanium dioxide, magnesium carbonate.Filling and fillers – need of filling.Furniture finishing – sanding – abrasive materials – staining – stains – ingredients of stain – oil finish – French polish – lacquering – rubbing & finishing – Filling types – Interior decoration – need – balance – colour – rhythm – unity – proportion – harmony – efficiency – appearance – design symbolsHand toolsKappa number, consistency, freeness (definitions only).Paper boards – types of paper – speciality papers – grease proof paper – glacing paper – currency – cigarette, newsprint, Bible paper.Paper definition – types.Paper machine – types – twin wire machine – open wire machine.Pressing – Trinip press – ventanip press – reverse – inverse – extended nip press.Properties – basis weight, porosity, whiteness, opacity – Cobb sizing – stretch.Raw materials for furniture – Machines used in furniture section. Circular saw – band saw – turning lathe – surface planer – thickness planer – Jig saw – radial saw – router – tenoning machine – mortising machine – sanding machine – portable machines.Sizing methods – size presses – tub size.Sizing of paper – sizing chemicals – Rosin paraffin wax – starch – alum.Stock preparation – re-pulping – beating – refining – stock preparation.
Module II (d): Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 8
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Module II (b): Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 9
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Module I : General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 10
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRSRENAISSANCE IN KERALAAwakening Through LiteratureNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcEfforts To Reform The SocietySocio-Religious reform MovementsSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Struggles and Social RevoltsMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Leaders Of RenaissanceThycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersLiterary FiguresKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakkoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersRole Of Press In RenaissanceMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI- Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcTowards A New SocietyIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Women And Social ChangeParvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Welfare Legislations and ProgrammesSocial Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Module II (c): Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 11
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING
The Kerala PSC Assistant Professor (Architecture) exam is conducted for recruitment in Technical Education (Engineering Colleges) department. [3, 4, 6]
75m
8s
#kerala-psc#architectural-engineering#higher-education#degree-level
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Module II
Sec 1
Anthropometric studies and design standards, set back rules, coverage, FAR, FSI, density, occupancy groups, current building regulations (KMBR, NBC) Architect Act and Council of Architecture Regulations, professional practice, professional charges, tenders and contracts, Architectural education, Role of development authorities.Contemporary developments in Architecture, computer and architecture design, Achievements in the field of architecture from post modern times till date, application of computers in architecture and planning, understanding elements of different softwares.
Module VI
Sec 2
Building services and structural systems, Water supply, Sewerage and drainage system, plumbing system, principles of electrification, ventilation and air conditioning, Fire fighting, Building safety and security, Behavioural characteristics of all types of building materials eg: mud, timber, bamboo, brick, stone, concrete, steel glass, FRP, different polymers, composites, paper boards, principles of strength of materials, design of structural elements in wood, steel and RCC, principles of pre-stressing, tall buildings.
Module VII
Sec 3
Environmental studies, components of ecosystem, ecological principles concerning environment, elements of climate, principles of lighting and styles for illumination, thermal comfort – Indices of thermal comfort – Tropical summer Index – Effective temperature, thermal effects in buildings, basic concepts of heat transfer in buildings, Acoustics – elements, principles and application of architectural acoustics.
Module III
Sec 4
Fundamentals of building construction, estimation and costing, disaster mitigation, type of foundations, superstructure, roof, methods of construction, estimation, specification, valuation, modular coordination, project management techniques (CPM, PERT), concept of disaster management and mitigation.
Module V
Sec 5
History of architecture, architecture during early cultures up to 3500 BC – such as Paleolithic, Ice age, Neolithic period, Indian – Indus valley, Vedic, Buddhist, Indo-Aryan, Dravidian and Mughal periods, European – Egyptian, Greek, Roman, early Christian, Byzantine, Gothic, renaissance, vernacular and traditional architecture of Kerala, Impact of industrial revolutionisms in architecture – modernism, Cubism, Structuralism, Formalism, Brutalism, Deconstructivism, Minimalism, International style of architecture.
Module VIII
Sec 6
Planning, housing, urban design, sustainable architecture, development of human settlements in historical perspective, planning theories, concept of housing, neighbourhood principles, housing typology and standards, housing policies, Basics of urban design principles, need for sustainability, principles, green architecture, rating systems, cost effective building practices.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 7
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyako yi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Module IV
Sec 8
Theory of design, fundamental elements of design and their definitions – point, line, shape, form, structure, space, texture, value and colour, introduction to the principles of composition – unity, balance, symmetry, proportion, scale, hierarchy, rhythm, contrast, harmony, datum, form, colour, texture, sense of place and space, focal point, views, vista, principles of visual design, principles of visual perception.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in Chemical Engineering
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for Assistant Professor (Chemical Engineering) in Technical Education Engineering Colleges.
75m
18s
#kerala-psc#chemical-engineering#assistant-professor#technical-education#degree-level
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ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Sec 1
Air pollution: Sources and effects – Nature of air pollution classification, properties and sources of pollutants, acid rain – Green house effect – Ozone depletion – Effects of man, animal, vegetation and material dangers, atmospheric stability, lapse rates, inversions, plume behaviour and theory of pollutant dispersion, Air quality criteria and standards, methods of pollutant sampling and measurement.Control methods for particulate emulsions and pollutants – design aspects of Cyclone separator, Electrostatic precipitator – Bag house filter – Scrubbers – Different types – Indoor Air pollution controlEnvironmental Impact assessment – Environmental agencies – standards and legal aspects in Environmental management.Environmental Management: ISO standards – Ecomark – Green production – Kyoto protocol – Montreal Protocol – Euro norms etc.Introduction – Abiotic origin – origin of the universe – the radiation era – the matter era – the life era – nucleosynthesis – solid earth – formation of the earth – zonal structure of the earth – differentiation of elements – hydrosphere – atmosphere – biosphere – units of measurement liquids and gases – law of conservation of mass and energy – chemical equilibria – nuclear chemistry, impact of man on the environment: an overview, the biosphere, the hydrologic cycle and measurement of precipitation, the nutrient cycle, mathematics for growth – consequence of population growth – energy problem, importance of environment for mankind, pollution of air, water and soil, dangers of pollution and its solution.Legislation: Legislative aspects including water (Prevention and control of pollution) Act 1974, Air (prevention and control of pollution) Act 1981, Environmental protection act 1986 and effluent standards.Noise control: Noise control programme, noise control criteria, administrative and engineering controls, acoustical absorptive materials.Nuclear waste: Sources and nature of nuclear waste, treatment, storage technology for liquid, solid and gaseous (radio active) wastes.Solid waste management: Sources, classification and microbiology of solid waste, solid waste characteristics – health aspects, methods of collection and disposal, solid waste processing and recovery – composting, sanitary land filling, thermal processes, regeneration and recycling, city waste and industrial wastes management – biological methods.Waste water treatment: Design aspects of Preliminary, primary, secondary and tertiary treatment of waste water, recovery of materials from process effluents – anaerobic and aerobic sludge treatment and disposal – cake filtration and composting – methods of physiochemical and biological treatment of industrial effluents from fertilizer, petrochemical, pulp and paper, caustic soda, tanning and sugar industries. Alternate routes of manufacture and sequencing of operations as a means of pollution control, alternate use for by-product as means of pollution control, advanced treatment methods reverse osmosis and carbon adsorption.Water pollution: Sources and classification of water pollutants and their effects. Sampling and analysis.
BASIC ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Sec 2
Amplifiers & Oscillators – Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and non-inverting amplifier.Communication – Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM.Devices – working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT.Measurements – Working principles of CRO and Multimeter.Systems – Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and Inductors.
FLUID AND PARTICLE MECHANICS
Sec 3
Basic equations of fluid flow – continuity, Bernoulli’s and momentum equation – Torricelli equation. Analysis of Navier Stoke’s equation, dimensionless parameters and their significance, laminar flow of incompressible fluids in pipes and conduits, shear stress and velocity distribution in internal and external flows, concept of friction factor, turbulent flow of incompressible fluids in pipes and conduits – universal velocity distribution equation – friction factor and Reynolds number relationships – losses in sudden expansion and contraction – Fittings and valves, flow through non circular cross section – concept of equivalent length.Concept of drag and drag coefficient for typical shapes, streamlining, stagnation point – friction in flow through bed of solids, motion of particle through fluids in gravity and centrifugal field, terminal settling velocity, different regimes of settling, various laws, free and hindered settling, fluidization.Flow measuring devices: types, fluid moving machineries: Fans, pumps, compressors, blowers etc and their characteristics, mixing and agitation.Flow of compressible fluids – sonic velocity and Mach number – basic equations for compressible fluid flow – Isothermal and adiabatic – stagnation properties, flow processes – total energy balance – mechanical energy balance – Bernoulli equation – flow in pipes and maximum velocity – flow through nozzles and ejectors – critical pressure ratio in nozzles.Physical properties of fluid – Pascal’s law – Hydrostatic equilibrium in gravity and centrifugal field – Barometric equation – Lapse rate – principle of manometer, types, principles of continuous gravity and centrifugal decanter. Fluid flow phenomenon – Reynolds number – classification of flow – Turbulence – different types – Reynolds stress – concept of boundary layer, dimensionless parameters involved in fluid flow, flow in boundary layer – Boundary layer separation and wake formation, potential flow, rotational and irrotational flows.
HEAT TRANSFER OPERATIONS
Sec 4
Boilers: Different types of boilers and their classification, terms associated with boiler operation, heat transfer characteristics in boiler operation and determination of heat transfer rate, parameters to be considered in boiler design.Condensation: Physical mechanisms, types of condensation, factors affecting condensation, laminar film condensation on a vertical plate – condensation on spheres, horizontal tubes and for a vertical tier of horizontal tubes, condensation inside a horizontal tube – correlations, film condensation inside horizontal tubes, Drop wise condensation, promoters and inhibitors used in condensation, effect of non-condensables on condensation, Turbulent film condensation.Convection: Mechanism, overview of continuity, momentum and energy balance equation, boundary layer concepts – thermal and velocity boundary layers, boundary layer thickness, relationship between hydrodynamic and thermal boundary layer thickness, dimensional analysis – Rayleigh and Buckingham’s pi theorem, its limitations, principle of similarity, application of dimensional analysis.Evaporation – equipment and types, single effect and multiple effect evaporators, methods of feeding, evaporator accessories – vapour recompression evaporators – scale formation and its effect.Forced Convection: General methods for estimation of convection heat transfer coefficient, flow in a circular tube (both developing and developed flows with constant wall temperature – its analysis and constant heat flux conditions) and non-circular tubes, flow over flat plates, flow over cylinder, spheres and tube banks. Heat transfer in liquid metals – empirical correlations, analogy between momentum and heat transfer, development of Reynold’s and Prandtl analogy, comparison of different analogy expressions.Heat Exchangers: Types, constructional details and internal components and their functions, condensers, logarithmic mean temperature difference and LMTD correction factors – overall heat transfer coefficient – fouling factors – heat exchanger effectiveness – effectiveness- NTU approach, heat transfer augmentation, compact heat exchangers.Heat transfer by Radiation: Theories of radiation, electromagnetic spectrum, thermal radiation, spectral emissive power, surface emission – total emissive power, emissivity, radiative properties, concept of black and grey body, radiation intensity, laws of black body radiation, non-black surfaces, Lambert’s cosine law, radiation between black surfaces and gray surfaces, radiation shape factor, reciprocity theorem, radiation between large parallel gray planes – concentric cylinders and spheres (no derivation required), radiation between a small gray body and a large gray enclosure, radiation shields, electrical network analogy – radiation heat transfer between black surfaces.Heat Transfer with Phase Change: Boiling and condensation – dimensionless parameters in boiling and condensation, pool boiling – modes of pool boiling, nucleate pool boiling – correlations – parametric effects on pool boiling, forced convection boiling (flow boiling) – brief overview of external forced convection boiling and internal forced convection boiling – regimes.Modes of heat transfer – conduction: basic laws, thermal conductivity of solids, liquids and gases. Steady state heat conduction in systems with and without uniform generation of heat having constant and varying thermal conductivity, steady-state conduction through single resistance and composite resistances in series, Thermal insulation: Industrial insulating materials – cold and hot temperature insulating materials, refractories, analysis of critical thickness of insulation for cylindrical and spherical system, concept of optimum thickness of insulation, transient heat conduction in semi-infinite solids, lumped heat transfer analysis, heat transfer in extended surfaces.Natural Convection: Natural convection from vertical and horizontal surfaces under laminar and turbulent conditions for plates, cylinders under constant heat flux and wall temperature conditions, physical significance of Grashoff and Rayleigh numbers.
BASIC CIVIL ENGINEEERING
Sec 5
Building materials – common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel, aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification. Building construction – types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations and superstructure.Mechanics – statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction – applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics – rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion.Surveying – principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling work – reduction of levels.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING THERMODYNAMICS
Sec 6
Chemical reaction equilibria – reaction stoichiometry – equilibrium constant – standard free energy change – standard state – feasibility of reaction – effect of temperature on equilibrium constant – presentation of free energy data – evaluation of K – equilibrium conversion in gas-phase reactions – effect of pressure and other parameters on conversion – liquid-phase and heterogeneous reaction – reactions in solutions – pressures of decomposition in gas-solid reaction – simultaneous reactions – phase-rule for reacting systems.Compressors – single-stage and multistage compression – refrigeration and liquefaction – COP – various refrigeration cycles – general properties of refrigerant – Joule-Thomson expansion and liquefaction processes – power cycles – steam-power plant cycles – internal combustion engine cycles – gas-turbine power plant cycle.Fundamental concepts and definitions – various systems – intensive and extensive properties – Zeroth law of thermodynamics – First law of thermodynamics – applications – limitations. Second law of thermodynamics – general statements of second law – concept of entropy – calculation of entropy changes – Carnot’s principle – Clausius inequality – entropy and irreversibility – statistical explanation of entropy – Third law of thermodynamics.Properties of solutions – partial molar properties and methods of determination – Lewis-Randall rule – Raoult’s law – Henry’s law – activity and activity coefficients in solutions – effect of temperature and pressure on activity coefficients – Gibbs-Duhem equations, property changes on mixing – heat effects of mixing processes.Thermodynamic properties of pure fluids – Gibbs free energy, work function – Joule-Thomson coefficient – Gibbs-Helmholtz equation – method of Jacobians – thermodynamic diagrams – fugacity and activity of pure fluids.
MATHEMATICS (ENGINEERING)
Sec 7
Complex Analysis: Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor and Laurent’s series, residue theorem.Fourier Series: Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and even functions, Half range expansions.Laplace Transforms: Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property – inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.Matrices: Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and independence of vectors.Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order ordinary differential equations, systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations), Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.Partial Differentiation: Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) – Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.Vector Differentiation: Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator ∇ – Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal fields – scalar potential.
MASS TRANSFER OPERATIONS
Sec 8
Description of adsorption processes and their application – agitated vessels for solid-liquid adsorption – multistage fluidised bed adsorber for recovery of vapour – continuous contact adsorption: steady state moving bed adsorber – counter current adsorption of one component – adsorption of two components – unsteady state fixed bed adsorber – adsorption wave – break through curves and rates of adsorption.Distillation – types of distillation – fractionation – plate columns for distillation – condensers – reboilers – principles of rectification – material and energy balance – reflux ration and its importance – enthalpy-composition diagrams – difference points and L/G ratio – number of plates – feed plate location – minimum reflux conditions.Drying, equilibrium moisture content, batch drying, rate of drying, cross-circulation drying, mechanism of moisture movement, continuous drying, parallel and counter current, material and enthalpy balances, industrial dryers for batch and continuous drying.Extraction – applications – mixer rule – distribution curve – choice of solvent – single-stage and multistage operations – extraction with reflux – construction and working of mixer – settler cascades, sieve-tray columns and baffle towers for extraction – continuous contact extraction – design for insoluble liquids – construction and working of agitated towers, pulse columns and centrifugal extractors.Gas absorption, absorption equipment, multistage absorption, tray towers, continuous contact equipment, venturi scrubbers, packed columns, packing materials and characteristics, general constructional details of packed columns, solubility of gases in liquid, choice of solvent, material balance in counter current and concurrent absorption and stripping, multistage operation, tray efficiency, design of packed columns, dilute solutions and simplified design methods.Humidification and dehumidification, wet-bulb temperature and adiabatic saturation temperature, types of cooling towers, enthalpy transfer unit, general design procedure, crystallization – principles, purity, yield, energy requirements, super saturation, nucleation, rate of nucleation, growth of crystals, crystallisation equipment, MSMPR crystallizer.Ion Exchange: Principles of ion exchange techniques and application, modern separation techniques – concept of dialysis and electrodialysis – continuous dialyser – concept of diffusion and permeation – concept of osmosis and reverse osmosis – industrial application and design aspects.Leaching – factors affecting rate of leaching – stage efficiency – working principles of leaching equipment – thickeners, classifiers and moving bed leaching equipment, membrane separation processes – types of membranes – dialysis – pervaporation – reverse osmosis – effects of operating variables, concentration polarization – ultrafiltration.Molecular diffusion – Fick’s law – diffusivity and estimation – Mass transfer coefficients – film theory – f-type and k-type coefficients – dimensionless groups and dimensional analysis – elementary treatment of theories of mass transfer: penetration and surface renewal theories – interphase mass transfer – equilibrium – diffusion between phases – two-film theory – local and overall k-type coefficients.
PROCESS DESIGN
Sec 9
Design of heat transfer equipments: Design and drawing of heat transfer equipments such as Double pipe heat exchangers, shell and tube heat exchangers, condensers – tubular horizontal and tubular vertical, evaporators – single effect and multiple effect, crystallizers.Design of mass transfer equipments: Design and drawing of mass transfer equipments such as distillation columns, absorption and stripping column columns, their accessories, driers and cooling towers.
CHEMICAL PROCESS INDUSTRIES
Sec 10
Drugs and Pharmaceuticals: Classification, raw materials and manufacture of important sulpha drugs, analgesic, antipyretic, antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs. Formulations of Tablets, Capsules, Ointments, Liquids and Parenterals. Phytochemicals.Dyes and Intermediates: Classification, unit processes and unit operations in the manufacture of dyes, pigments and brighteners.Fuel Gases: Natural gas, coke oven gas, producer gas, water gas, LPG. Industrial gases: carbon dioxide, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen. Sulphur and sulphuric acid: Manufacturing of sulphur and sulphuric acid. Phosphorus and Phosphoric acid: wet process phosphoric acid, electric furnace phosphorus and phosphoric acid, single super phosphate and triple super phosphate. Chlor-alkali industries: salt, soda ash, baking soda, caustic soda, chlorine, hydrochloric acid.General study of food processing, food by-products, vegetable oils, animal fats and oils, waxes. Pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, leather, gelatine, adhesives.Glass: Types, raw materials, methods of manufacture, ceramics and refractories (general study). Pesticides: Classification of Insecticides, Fungicides, Weedicides, Herbicides and Rodenticides, Manufacture of Malathion, DDT, BHC, Nicotine, Parathrins, Heptachlor, Endosulfan.Natural Products Industries: Soaps and detergents, glycerine, pulp and paper, wood chemicals, Coal chemicals. Wood and Wood chemicals: Saccharification of wood, destructive distillation of wood, composite wood: - plywood, laminated wood, fibre board and particle board.Nitrogen Industries: Ammonia, nitric acid, urea, fertilizer industries, ammonium sulphate, ammonium nitrate, nitrolime, MAP, DAP and nitrophosphates, mixed and complex fertilizers, carbon chemicals, carbon black, activated carbon, synthetic graphite, calcium carbide, surface coating industries : pigments, paints, varnishes, lacquers, industrial coatings. Cement: Portland cement, constituents, types, raw materials and manufacturing processes.Petrochemicals: Primary processes for olefins, acetylenes, higher homologues, aromatics and their derivatives, propylene, acetylene, methanol and its derivatives.Petroleum: Classification of crude, characteristics of crude, chemical composition of crude, processing of crude – sweetening, atmospheric and vacuum distillation of crude, cracking and coking, refining, reforming, hydro-cracking and isomerisation. Production of lubricating oils, lube additives, Motor gasoline, kerosene, aviation turbine fuel and aviation gasoline.Plastics: Classification, techniques of polymerization, manufacture and uses of phenol formaldehyde, urea formaldehyde, polyethylene, poly vinyl resins, cellulose nitrate and cellulose acetate, processing of plastics. Man-made fibres: Manufacture of viscose rayon fibre, cellulose acetate fibres, nylons, polyesters, acrylics and modacrylic fibres, vinyl and vinylidines, glass fibres. Rubber: Manufacture of natural and synthetic rubbers, Styrene butadiene rubbers (SBR), acrylonitrile butadiene rubber (NER), polymethanes, silicone rubbers, polybutadiene, compounding, vulcanising and reclaiming of rubber, processing of rubber.Sugar: Manufacture from sugarcane and sugar beet, refining of crude sugar, by-products of sugar industry. Starch: Raw materials, manufacture from corn, maize, tapioca. Manufacture of Dextrin and Dextrose. Fermentation Products: Manufacture of alcohol, alcoholic beverages and High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS).
PROCESS CALCULATIONS
Sec 11
Energy balances: Heat capacity, specific heat and enthalpy, heat capacities of gases and gaseous mixtures, estimation of heat capacity – relevant rules and laws, calculation of enthalpy changes, Estimation of latent heat of vaporization, heat balance calculations in processes without chemical reaction, heat of reaction, standard heats of formation, combustion and reaction, heat of solution and heat of mixing, adiabatic and non-adiabatic reactions, theoretical and actual flame temperatures.Material and energy balance problems involving vaporization and condensation, fuels and combustion, heating value of fuels, proximate and ultimate analysis, Orsat analysis of flue gases.Material balances with and without chemical reactions, material balance in unit operations such as evaporation, crystallization, drying, absorption, distillation etc.Units and dimensions, conversion of units, dimensional analysis, conversion of empirical equations, mole concept and mole fraction, weight fraction and volume fraction, concentration of liquid solutions – molarity, molality, normality, ppm, density and specific gravity, specific gravity scales, use of mole concept in chemical reaction stoichiometry, ideal gases and gas mixtures, various gas laws, average molecular weight and density of gases, critical properties and compressibility of gases.Vapour Pressure: vapour pressure of pure liquids and immiscible liquids, ideal solutions and Raoult’s law, non-volatile solutes, humidity: Humidity and saturation: various term associated with humidity and saturation.
MECHANICAL OPERATIONS
Sec 12
Filtration – theory of constant pressure and constant rate filtration – cake porosity and compressibility – filter aids – types of batch and continuous filters – washing of filter cakes – centrifugal methods of separation including centrifugal filtration – continuous centrifuge-gas cleaning methods – gravity settling – cyclone separation – electrostatic precipitation – scrubbing, storage of solids, liquids and gases.Laws of comminution – mechanism and efficiency of size reduction – principles of important size reduction equipment – closed circuit and open circuit grinding – free crushing and choke feeding – wet and dry grinding – mixing of granular solids and pastes – degree of mixing – type and selection of equipment – storage and conveying of solids – silos, bins and hoppers – different types of conveyors – selection of conveyors.Particle diameter and shape factor – particle size analysis – sieve analysis – particle size distribution – cumulative and differential methods of analysis – mean diameters – specific surface area and number of particles – sub-sieve analysis – pipette analysis – beaker decantation – photo sedimentation – sedimentation balance – ICI sedimentation – elutriation – microscopic counting – permeability and adsorption – screening – effectiveness and capacity of screens and factors affecting them – types of industrial screens.Principles of free and hindered settling – equal settling particles – classifiers – types of classifiers – principles of mineral beneficiation: Ore sorting – electronic sorting, assay sampling, recovery, liberation, locked particles – Jigging -Wilfley table – heavy media separation – magnetic and high-tension separation, high voltage separation – types of equipment – batch and continuous thickening – kynch theory – design of continuous thickener.
PROCESS INSTRUMENTATION
Sec 13
Flow measurements – Liquid and gas flow measurements, ways of measuring liquids and gas flow, direct volume measurements, open channel flow measurements, turbine type flow meters strain gauge flow meters mass flow meter, measuring flow of dry materials, Thermal analysis – differential thermal analysis, thermo gravimetric, conductimetric analysis Chromatography and application, PH control temp control, heat exchangers, distillation column, reaction system etc.Introduction – definition of instrumentation – concept of an instrument – functional elements and functions of an instrument – classification of instruments, performance characteristics of an instrument like static and dynamic type, temperature measurement – electrical, non-electrical, contact and non-contact methods.Moisture content and humidity definition, moisture content determination by thermal drying, Instruments for measuring humidity like hygrometer, psychrometer, dew point apparatus, pH measurement using calomel electrode, composition analysis using spectroscopic methods like absorption, emission and mass spectrometers, analysis of solids by X-ray diffraction, Gas analysis by thermal conductivity, polarography & chromatography.Pressure measurement – manometers of U-tube type, well type and inclined type, Prandtl and air type micro-manometers, Barometer method for atmospheric pressure measurement, low pressure measurement by Pirani gauge, McLeod gauge, thermal conductivity gauge, Transducers of electrical mechanical type, density measurement using constant volume hydrometer and, air pressure balance method, gas density detector and gas specific gravity measuring system.
CHEMICAL REACTION ENGINEERING
Sec 14
Fluid-Fluid reactions: Rate equations, kinetic regimes for mass transfer and reactions, rate equation for instantaneous and fast and slow reactions, two film theory, film conversion parameters, pressure drop in reactors, accounting the pressure drop in the rate law, flow through a packed bed, pressure drop in pipes, simultaneous reactions and separations.Heterogeneous Reactions: Catalysis and catalytic reactors: Catalysts, types of catalysts, catalyst properties, steps in a catalytic reaction, Heterogeneous data analysis for reactor design, catalyst deactivation, deactivation mechanisms, diffusion and reaction in porous catalysts, Thiele Modulus, internal effectiveness factor, overall effectiveness factor, estimation of diffusion and reaction limited regimes – Weisz – Prater criterion for internal diffusion, Mears criterion for external diffusion.Introduction to reactor design, classification of reactors, design of single and multiple reactions – size comparison of single and multiple reactors, auto catalytic reactions, design of evaluation of laboratory reactors, Integral (fixed bed) reactor, stirred batch reactor, stirred contained solid reactor (SCSR), differential reactors: continuous stirred tank reactor (CSTR), Laminar flow reactor, stirred through transport reactor, re-calculating transport reactor.Overview of chemical reaction engineering, classification of chemical reactions, variables affecting the rate of reaction, definition of reaction rate, kinetics of homogeneous reaction, pseudo steady state hypothesis (PSSH), searching for a mechanism, General considerations, hydrogen bromide reaction, polymerisation – steps in free radical polymerisation, evaluation of rate equation by integral and differential analysis for constant volume and variable volume system.
BASIC COMPUTER SCIENCE
Sec 15
Functional units of a computer.Programming in C – control structures, functions.
BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 16
Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only).Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling.Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc excitation.Principle of generation of alternating current – waveforms – frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor.Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three phase induction motor.Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 17
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
BASIC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 18
Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of steam. Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process – casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process – turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling. Conic sections and miscellaneous curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.
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Syllabus Explorer
Transportation and Geotechnical Engineering
Sec 1
Airport – planning and design – characteristics, component parts – site selection – runway design.Foundation Engineering – subsurface investigations – drilling bore holes, sampling, penetration lists, plate load test. Earth pressure theories, effect of water table, layered soils. Stability of slopes, infinite slope, finite slope. Foundation types – foundation design requirements. Shallow foundations – bearing capacity, effect of shape, water table and other factors, stress distribution, settlement analysis in sand and clay. Pile foundations, types, dynamic and static formula load capacity of files in sand and clay, negative skein friction.Harbour Engineering – classification – requirement and site selection – break waters – classification – docks, functions and types of docks.Highway Engineering – Geometric design of highways, testing and specifications of paving materials, design of flexible and rigid pavements. Traffic Engineering – Traffic characteristics – theory of traffic flow, intersection design, traffic signs and signal design, highway capacity.Railway Engineering – points and crossing – signalling stations and yards.Soil mechanics – soil classification, three phase system, fundamental definitions, relationship and interrelationships, permeability and seepage, effective stress principle, consolidation, compaction, shear strength.Tunnelling – Transfer of centre line – methods of construction on rocks and soils, tunnel lining, ventilation, lighting and drainage.
BASIC ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Sec 2
Amplifiers & Oscillators – Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and non-inverting amplifier.Communication – Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM.Devices – working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT.Measurements – Working principles of CRO and Multimeter.Systems – Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and Inductors.
Mechanics of Structures
Sec 3
Analysis of statically determinate trusses, arches, beams, cables and frames – Deflection of beams, methods – Displacements in statically determinate structures and analysis of statically indeterminate structures by force / energy methods, analysis by displacement methods (slope deflection and moment distribution methods) – influence lines for determinate and indeterminate structures – Basic concepts of matrix methods of structural analysis.Simple stress and strain relationship: Stress and strain in two dimensions, principal stresses, Stress transformation, Mohr’s circle – Bending moment and shear force in statically determinate beams – Simple bending theory, flexural and shear stress – Thin walled pressure vessels, uniform torsion, buckling of column, combined and direct bending stresses.
BASIC CIVIL ENGINEEERING
Sec 4
Building materials – common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel, aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification. Building construction – types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations and superstructure.Mechanics – statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction – applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics – rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion.Surveying – principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling work – reduction of levels.
Structural design, Construction and Management
Sec 5
Building materials and construction – construction materials, properties, IS specifications, prefabricated structural elements.Building Planning – building bye laws – functional planning of buildings.Concrete Structures – Concrete technology – properties of concrete, mix design. Concrete design – working stress and limit state design concepts – analysis of ultimate load capacity and design of members subjected to flexure, shear, compression and torsion by limit state methods. Basic elements of pre-stressed concrete, analysis of beam sections (rectangular and I sections). Design of retaining walls and water tanks.Construction Management – Construction, planning and scheduling – Bar chart, CPM, PERT – construction equipments – construction procedures – contract, tender documents.Quantity surveying & valuation – Building construction – detailed specification, preparation of data and analysis of rates for various items of work. Type of estimates – Detailed estimate for buildings. Valuation methods.Steel structures – Analysis and design of tension and compression members, beams, beam-columns, column bases. Connections – simple and eccentric beam column connections – plate girders and trusses – Plastic analysis of beams and frames.
MATHEMATICS (ENGINEERING)
Sec 6
Complex Analysis: Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor and Laurent’s series, residue theorem.Fourier Series: Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and even functions, Half range expansions.Laplace Transforms: Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property – inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.Matrices: Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and independence of vectors.Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order ordinary differential equations, systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations), Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.Partial Differentiation: Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) – Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.Vector Differentiation: Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator – Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal fields – scalar potential.
Fluid Mechanics and Water Resources Engineering
Sec 7
Fluid mechanics and Hydraulics – Properties of fluids, Principle of conservation of mass, momentum, energy and corresponding equations, potential flow, applications of momentum and Bernoulli’s equation, laminar and turbulent flow, flow in pipes – flow in open channels – uniform flow, critical flow and gradually varied flow, specific energy concept, hydraulic jump. Forces on immersed bodies, flow measurement in channels, tanks and pipes. Dimensional analysis and hydraulic modelling, kinematics of flow, velocity triangles and specific speed of pumps and turbines.Hydrology and water Resources – Hydrologic cycle – rainfall, evaporation, infiltration, unit hydrograph. Reservoir capacity, well hydraulics.Irrigation – duty, delta, crop water requirements – Design of lined and unlined canals – canals on alluvium, head works, gravity dams and spillways. Design of weirs on permeable foundations – Canal Head works, cross drainage works.
BASIC COMPUTER SCIENCE
Sec 8
Functional units of a computer.Programming in C – control structures, functions.
BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 9
Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only).Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling.Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc excitation.Principle of generation of alternating current – waveforms – frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor.Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three phase induction motor.Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.
Environmental Engineering and Surveying
Sec 10
Hydrographic survey.Photogrammetry – Heights and distances – vertical photograph – Relief displacement.Surveying: Importance of surveying, principles and classification, measurement of distances and directions, levelling, contouring, computation of areas and volumes, traversing, theodolite and plane table. Errors and adjustments, curves – vertical and horizontal.Tacheometric survey – Stadia and tangential systems.Total station – types. Working principles – measurement techniques.Water requirements: Quality standards, basic unit processes and operation for water treatment. Drinking water standards, water requirements, basic unit operations and unit processes for surface water treatment, distribution of water sewage and sewerage treatment, quantity and characteristics of waste water. Primary, secondary and tertiary treatment of wastewater, sludge disposal, effluent discharge standards. Domestic waste water treatment, quantity and characteristics of domestic wastewater, primary and secondary treatment. Unit operations and unit processes of domestic wastewater, sludge disposal.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 11
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
BASIC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 12
Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of steam. Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process – casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process – turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling. Conic sections and miscellaneous curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in Computer Science & Engineering ||| Assistant Professor in Information Technology
This examination is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission for the recruitment of Assistant Professors in Computer Science & Engineering and Information Technology in Technical Education (Engineering Colleges) Department.
75m
8s
#kerala-psc#computer-science#information-technology#engineering#degree-level
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Module VI : Data Structures & Algorithms
Sec 1
Algorithms: Analysis, space and time complexity. Design – greedy approach, dynamic programming, divide-and-conquer, sorting and searching, complexity classes – P, NP, NP-hard, NP-complete.Computer Graphics: Line drawing, circle drawing, filling, hatching, 2D/3D transformations, projections, hidden surface removal.Data Structures: Arrays, stacks, queues, linked lists, trees, binary search trees, binary heaps, graphs.Graph Theory: Connectivity, covering, colouring, planarity, isomorphism.
Module II
Sec 2
Building materials – common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel, aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification. Building construction – types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations and superstructure.Mechanics – statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction – applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics – rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion.Surveying – principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling work – reduction of levels.Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of steam. Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process – casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process – turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling. Conic sections and miscellaneous curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.Complex Analysis: Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor and Laurent’s series, residue theorem.Fourier Series: Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and even functions, Half range expansions.Laplace Transforms: Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property – inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.Matrices: Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and independence of vectors.Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order ordinary differential equations, systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations), Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.Partial Differentiation: Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) – Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.Vector Differentiation: Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator – Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal fields – scalar potential.
Module III
Sec 3
Functional units of a computer.Programming in C – control structures, functions.Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only).Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling.Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc excitation.Principle of generation of alternating current – waveforms – frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor.Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three phase induction motor.Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.Amplifiers & Oscillators – Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and non-inverting amplifier.Communication – Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM.Devices – working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT.Measurements – Working principles of CRO and Multimeter.Systems – Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and Inductors.
Module VIII : Networking & Web Technology
Sec 4
Computer Networks: Layered architecture, LAN technologies, wireless LAN, flow and error control, routing algorithms, congestion control, TCP/UDP and sockets, IPv4, IPv6, ICMP, DNS, SMTP, POP, FTP, HTTP, MIME, Hubs, switches, routers and gateways, public key and private key cryptography, digital signature, firewalls, wireless networks, 2G and 3G networks, Bluetooth.Distributed Systems: Characteristics, inter-process communication, distributed file systems.Web Technologies: HTML, XML, client-server computing, web server, proxy server, web application development, MVC architecture, e-commerce, web services.
Module IV : Computer Organization & Architecture
Sec 5
Computer Organization: Machine instructions and addressing modes, ALU, CPU control design, memory interface, I/O interface, DMA, interrupts, pipelining, memory hierarchy, parallel computer models.Digital Logic: Logic functions, minimization, design and synthesis of combinational and sequential circuits, number representation and computer arithmetic (fixed and floating point).Microprocessors: Internal architecture of 8085 and 8086, interfacing with peripheral devices, microcontrollers.
Module V : Programming Languages & Information Systems
Sec 6
Databases: ER model, relational algebra, tuple calculus, database design, integrity constraints, normalization, SQL, B-trees, B+ - trees, transactions and concurrency control.Object Oriented Programming: Object oriented design concepts, programming in C++, Java.Programming Language Concepts: Parameter passing, binding, scope, recursion, functional and logic languages.Software Engineering: Software process models, planning and managing a software project, design, implementation, software testing, quality models and maintenance.
Module I : General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 7
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Module VII : Computing and System Software
Sec 8
Set Theory: Sets, relations, functions, groups, partial orders, lattice, algebraic structures.System Software: Compiler design, lexical analysis, parsing, syntax directed translation, code generation and optimization, Assemblers, linkers and loaders, macroprocessors, operating systems – processes, threads, inter-process communication, synchronization, deadlocks, CPU scheduling, memory management and virtual memory, file systems, I/O systems, protection & security.Theory of Computation: Regular languages and finite automata, context-free languages & pushdown automata, recursively enumerable sets & Turing machines, undecidability.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
The Kerala PSC Assistant Professor in Electrical and Electronics Engineering exam is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission for direct recruitment of Assistant Professors in Technical Education Department (Engineering Colleges). This position offers an attractive job opportunity in the field of Electronics Engineering.
75m
12s
#kerala-psc#electrical-engineering#electronics-engineering#assistant-professor#technical-education
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Electrical Machines
Sec 1
Alternator: Types, synchronous reactance, voltage regulation, emf and mmf methods, short circuit ratio, Two reaction theory, alternator on infinite bus, power angle characteristics, parallel operation, effect of variation of power input & excitation.Basic concepts of ac and dc drives.DC generator – Emf equation, armature reaction & commutation, characteristics, voltage build up, applications.DC machines – Types of excitation, constructional features.DC motor – Torque equation, characteristics of shunt, series & compound motors, necessity & types of starters, speed control, applications, Swinburne’s test, Hopkinson’s test.Single phase induction motor – double field revolving theory, starting methods.Single phase Transformer – leakage reactance, equivalent circuit, losses and efficiency, voltage regulation, OC, SC and Sumpner’s tests, Distribution transformer, all day efficiency, autotransformer – saving of copper three phase transformer – connections, vector groupings, parallel operation.Synchronous machines: - constructional features, winding factor.Synchronous motor – principle of operation, methods of starting, hunting & its reduction.Three phase induction motor – constructional features, types, slip rotor frequency, power flow, Torque – slip curve, effect of rotor resistance, starting methods, speed control.
BASIC ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Sec 2
Amplifiers & Oscillators – Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and non-inverting amplifier.Communication – Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM.Devices – working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT.Measurements – Working principles of CRO and Multimeter.Systems – Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and Inductors.
Electronic Circuits and Field Theory
Sec 3
Analysis of Three phase circuits, symmetrical components, graph theory – analysis of network using cut-set and tri-set.Biot-Savart’s law, Ampere’s circuital law, Stoke’s theorem, scalar and vector magnetic potential, force between current carrying wires.Filters constant – K low pass, high pass and band-pass filters – m derived, low pass, high pass and band pass filters.Gauss’s law and applications, electric field, electric potential, electric field lines, electric dipoles, potential gradient, conductors, dielectrics, capacitance, polarisation, method of images, dielectric strength.Maxwell’s equation – wave equation – Poynting theorem.Network theorems – superposition, reciprocity, substitution, compensation, Thevenin, Norton, Millman, Telligen and Maximum power transfer theorems.Node and Mesh analysis, transient response of dc and ac networks, sinusoidal steady state analysis, resonance, two port network, independent and dependent voltage and current sources, coupled circuits, tuned coupled circuits.
Electronics
Sec 4
BJT and FET amplifiers – biasing circuits, types of amplifiers, low frequency and high frequency considerations. Oscillators and feedback amplifiers, operational amplifier circuits and applications – simple active filters. VCO’s and timers. Voltage regulators using linear IC’s, combinational and sequential logic circuits – flip flops, counters, shift registers, TTL & CMOS logic families, memories – ROM, PROM, EPROM & RAM.Schmitt trigger, multivibrators, sample and hold circuits, A to D and D to A converters, 8 bit and 16 bit microprocessor basics, architecture, programming and interfacing.Thyristors, triacs, GTO’s MOSFETS & IGBTS – principles of operation, triggering circuits, phase control rectifiers, bridge converters – fully controlled and half controlled, Inverters and choppers.
BASIC CIVIL ENGINEEERING
Sec 5
Building materials – common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel, aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification. Building construction – types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations and superstructure.Mechanics – statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction – applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics – rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion.Surveying – principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling work – reduction of levels.
Power Systems
Sec 6
Circuit Breakers – types and operations, selection of circuit breakers, calculation of fault KVA, protection against lightning and overvoltages.Conventional and non-conventional systems of power generation, power plant economics, load factor, demand factor, diversity factor.Electric heating – Advantages, types and applications.Electric traction – speed – time curves - mechanics.Electronic energy meter, high voltage measurements, oscilloscopes, Data acquisition systems, Transducers for temperature, flow and pressure.Faults on power systems – LG, LL, LLG and 3 phase faults. Fault analysis using Z Bus.One line diagrams per unit quantities, formation of Y bus and Z Bus. Load flow studies – Gauss – Seidal, Newton Raphson and Fast decoupled load flow methods.Power system stability, steady state transient and dynamic stability, equal area criterion, swing curve.Principles of PMMC, moving iron, and electrodynamometer type instruments, error analysis, measurement of voltage, current, power energy and power factor, induction type watt-hour meter, DC bridges and AC bridges, magnetic measurements, Instrument transformers, digital voltmeters and multimeters, digital measurements of frequency, phase angle, time interval.Protective relays: types and operation, protective zones, different protection schemes.Transmission line parameters – T and ∏ models GMD and GMR, ABCD constants, overload lines – arrangement of conductors – sag, economic span, choice of transmission voltage, types of insulators, string efficiency, distribution systems – types, comparison of DC and AC single phase and 3 phase systems.
MATHEMATICS (ENGINEERING)
Sec 7
Complex Analysis: Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor and Laurent’s series, residue theorem.Fourier Series: Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and even functions, Half range expansions.Laplace Transforms: Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property – inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.Matrices: Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and independence of vectors.Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order ordinary differential equations, systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations), Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.Partial Differentiation: Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) – Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.Vector Differentiation: Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator – Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal fields – scalar potential.
Control Systems
Sec 8
Concept of stability – Routh’s stability criterion – Root locus – effect of addition of poles and zeros.Frequency domain analysis – Nyquist & Bode plots, gain margins and phase margin, lag, lead and lag-lead compensators and their design using Bode plot.Nonlinear system: - characteristics, types of non-linearities, describing functions analysis – concept, singular points – focus, centre, node and saddle points – limit cycle.Open loop and closed loop system: Transfer function, force-voltage & force-current analogy, block diagrams, signal flow graphs – Mason’s gain formula – characteristic equation, time domain analysis – transient & steady state responses – time domain specifications & steady state error.State space analysis of system: State space models, state transition matrix, relationship between state equations and transfer function, controllability and observability.Types of signals and systems, sampling process, sampling theorem, convolution of discrete time signals, analysis of LTI systems using Z transforms. DFT and FFT, Types of digital filters.
BASIC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 9
Conic sections and miscellaneous curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of steam. Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process – casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process – turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling.
BASIC COMPUTER SCIENCE
Sec 10
Functional units of a computer.Programming in C – control structures, functions.
BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 11
Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only).Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling.Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc excitation.Principle of generation of alternating current – waveforms – frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor.Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three phase induction motor.Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 12
Awakening Through LiteratureSocio-Religious reform MovementsStruggles and Social RevoltsLeaders Of RenaissanceLiterary FiguresRole Of Press In RenaissanceTowards A New SocietyWomen And Social ChangeAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION ||| APPLIED ELECTRONICS & INSTRUMENTATION
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Assistant Professor in Electronics and Communication Engineering in the Technical Education Department (Engineering Colleges).
75m
13s
#kerala-psc#assistant-professor#electronics-and-communication-engineering#applied-electronics-instrumentation#technical-education
Syllabus Explorer
BASIC ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Sec 1
Amplifiers & Oscillators – Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and non-inverting amplifier.Communication – Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM.Devices – working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT.Measurements – Working principles of CRO and Multimeter.Systems – Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and Inductors.
Communication and Instrumentation
Sec 2
Analog communication systems: amplitude and angle modulation and demodulation systems, superheterodyne receivers, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). Digital communication systems: pulse code modulation (PCM), differential pulse code modulation (DPCM), digital modulation schemes: amplitude, phase and frequency shift keying schemes, matched filter receivers, fundamentals of information theory and channel capacity theorem, random signals and noise: probability, random variables, probability density function, autocorrelation, power spectral density.Static and dynamic characteristics of Measurement systems: Measurement of displacement, velocity and acceleration, force, basics of fiber optics, biomedical instruments, EEG, ECG and EMG, Clinical measurements, ultrasonic transducers.
RENAISSANCE IN KERALA
Sec 3
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Kadhar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyokoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others
Analog and Digital Circuits
Sec 4
Boolean algebra, minimization of Boolean functions, logic gates, combinational Circuits: arithmetic circuits, code converters, multiplexers and decoders, sequential circuits: latches and flip-flops, counters and shift registers, ADCs and DACs, microprocessor (8085): architecture and programming.Simple diode circuits: clipping & clamping, biasing and bias stability of BJTs and MOSFETs, small signal equivalent circuits of BJTs and MOSFETs. Amplifiers: single stage, differential, feedback and power. Frequency response of amplifiers. Op-amp circuits: Inverting, non-inverting, Integrator and Comparator. Sinusoidal Oscillators: criterion for oscillation, single transistor and op-amp configurations.
BASIC CIVIL ENGINEEERING
Sec 5
Building materials – common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel, aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification. Building construction – types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations and superstructure.Mechanics – statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction – applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics – rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion.Surveying – principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling work – reduction of levels.
MATHEMATICS (ENGINEERING)
Sec 6
Complex Analysis: Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor and Laurent’s series, residue theorem.Fourier Series: Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and even functions, Half range expansions.Laplace Transforms: Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property – inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.Matrices: Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and independence of vectors.Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order ordinary differential equations, systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations), Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.Partial Differentiation: Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) – Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.Vector Differentiation: Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator – Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal fields – scalar potential.
Networks and Devices
Sec 7
Electronic Devices: Energy bands in silicon, carrier transport in silicon, diffusion current, drift current, mobility and resistivity, generation and recombination of carriers, working principles of p-n junction diode, Zener diode, tunnel diode, BJT, JFET, MOSFET, LED and photo diode.Network theorems: superposition, Thevenin and Norton’s maximum power transfer, time domain analysis of simple RC, RL and RLC circuits, solution of network equations using Laplace transform: frequency domain analysis of RL, RC and RLC circuits, 2-port network parameters: driving point and transfer functions.
Electromagnetics and Control Systems
Sec 8
Elements of vector calculus: divergence and curl, Gauss and Stokes theorems, Maxwell’s equations, differential and integral forms, wave equation, Poynting vector, Plane waves: propagation through various media, reflection and refraction, phase and group velocity and skin depth, Transmission lines: characteristic impedance, impedance transformation. Waveguides: modes in rectangular waveguides, boundary conditions, cut-off frequencies and dispersion relations, basics of propagation in dielectric waveguide and optical fibres, basics of Antennas: Dipole antennas, radiation pattern, antenna gain.Introduction to control systems, signal flow graphs and their use in determining transfer functions of systems, transient and steady state analysis of LTI control systems and frequency response, tools and techniques for LTI control system analysis: root loci, Routh-Hurwitz criterion, Bode and Nyquist plots.
BASIC COMPUTER SCIENCE
Sec 9
Functional units of a computer.Programming in C – control structures, functions.
BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 10
Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only).Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling.Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc excitation.Principle of generation of alternating current – waveforms – frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor.Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three phase induction motor.Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.
Signals and Systems
Sec 11
Introduction to signals and systems, Linear Time-invariant (LTI systems): definitions and properties, causality, stability, impulse response and convolution, continuous-time and discrete-time Fourier series, continuous-time and discrete-time Fourier Transform Z-transform: definition, properties and inverse, stability analysis using pole-zero plot, difference equation solution using unilateral Z-transform, DFT and its properties, FFT: radix 2 and composite radix algorithm, sampling theorem, realization of IIR and FIR structures – parallel and cascade structure, frequency response, group delay and phase delay, signal transmission through LTI systems.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 12
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
BASIC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 13
Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of steam. Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process – casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process – turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling. Conic sections and miscellaneous curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in MECHANICAL ENGINEERING / AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) for the post of Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering in Technical Education (Engineering Colleges). The selection process typically involves an online written examination, followed by an interview and document verification. The written exam consists of 100 objective-type questions for a total of 100 marks.
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General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 1
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Awakening Through LiteratureCentre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Efforts To Reform The SocietyEmergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Introduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Kodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakkoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersLeaders Of RenaissanceLiterary FiguresMalabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Malayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcParvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersRENAISSANCE IN KERALARole Of Press In RenaissanceSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSalient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.SNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.Social Welfare Legislations and ProgrammesSocio-Religious reform MovementsStruggles and Social RevoltsThycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersTowards A New SocietyUpper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Women And Social Change
BASIC ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Sec 2
Amplifiers & Oscillators – Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and non-inverting amplifier.Communication – Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM.Devices – working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT.Measurements – Working principles of CRO and Multimeter.Systems – Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and Inductors.
BASIC CIVIL ENGINEEERING
Sec 3
Building materials – common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel, aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification. Building construction – types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations and superstructure.Mechanics – statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction – applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics – rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion.Surveying – principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling work – reduction of levels.
Manufacturing Science and Processes
Sec 4
Classification of materials, Structure and properties of common engineering materials, Crystalline materials, crystal structure, defects in crystals, phase diagrams, iron-carbon equilibrium diagram, Phase transformation, T-T-T diagram, heat treatment, fracture – brittle and ductile materials, powder metallurgy.Metal casting – stand casting, die casting, investment casting, centrifugal casting, gating and riser design, melting furnaces, forming – hot and cold processes, forging, drawing, extrusion, shearing, bending, high energy forming, joining processes – welding, weldability, metallurgy of welding, machining processes – single and multi point cutting tools, tool geometry and materials, mechanics of machining, tool life and wear, jigs and fixtures, unconventional methods, EBM, ECM, LBM, ultrasonic machining, computer integrated manufacturing, CNC machining, metrology and instrumentation – limits, fits and tolerances, accuracy, precision, repeatability, comparators, gauges, interferometry, surface structure, measurement of displacement, velocity, acceleration, temperature, Transducers.
MATHEMATICS (ENGINEERING)
Sec 5
Complex Analysis: Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor and Laurent’s series, residue theorem.Fourier Series: Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and even functions, Half range expansions.Laplace Transforms: Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property – inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.Matrices: Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and independence of vectors.Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order ordinary differential equations, systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations), Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.Partial Differentiation: Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) – Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.Vector Differentiation: Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator – Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal fields – scalar potential.
Theory of Machines
Sec 6
Design for static and dynamic loading, failure theories, fatigue strength and S-N diagram, Principles of design of machine elements such as bolted, riveted and welded joints. Design of shafts, spur gears, rolling and sliding contact bearings, brakes and clutches.Kinematic and dynamic analysis of planer mechanisms. Cams, Gears and gear trains. Flywheels, Governors, Balancing of rigid rotors and field balancing, Balancing of single and multi cylinder engines, free and forced vibrations of single degree of freedom systems, effect of damping, vibration isolation and transmissibility, resonance, Critical speeds and whirling of shafts.
Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics
Sec 7
Fluid mechanics: Fluid properties, fluid statics, manometry, buoyancy, control volume analysis of mass, momentum and energy, fluid acceleration, differential equations of continuity and momentum. Euler’s equation, Bernoulli’s equation, laminar flow through pipes, boundary layer displacement, momentum and energy thickness, flow through pipes, minor and major losses, dimensional analysis.Heat transfer: Modes of heat transfer, one dimensional heat conduction, thermal resistance, fins, free and forced convective heat transfer, dimensionless parameters, problems in convective heat transfer with the help of correlation, thermal boundary layer, radiation, black and grey surfaces, shape factors, network analysis.Mechanics of Solids: Stress-strain relationship and elastic constant, principal stress and strains, Mohr’s circle for plane stresses and plane strains, shear force and bending moment diagrams, bending of beams, torsion of circular shafts, Euler’s theory of columns, strain energy, thermal stresses.Thermodynamic processes, entropy, irreversibility and availability, basic thermodynamic cycles, behaviour of ideal and real gases, properties of pure substances, computation of work and heat, ideal processes, analysis of thermodynamic cycles related to energy conversion.
BASIC COMPUTER SCIENCE
Sec 8
Functional units of a computer.Programming in C – control structures, functions.
BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 9
Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only).Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling.Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc excitation.Principle of generation of alternating current – waveforms – frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor.Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three phase induction motor.Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.
Principles of Management
Sec 10
Principles and functions of scientific management, Levels and skills of management, organisational structure – authority, responsibility and span of control – system concept of management – line, line and staff, project and matrix organizations, proprietary partnership and joint stock companies, private limited, public limited companies, cooperative organizations and Government organizations. Factors in selection of site, plant layout, types of layouts: process, product, fixed and group layouts. Marketing management – objectives and function, forecasting – moving average, exponential smoothing, break-even analysis, capacity planning, inventory control, ABC analysis, EOQ model, work study – Job evaluation and merit rating, Quality control, control charts for variables and attributes, acceptance sampling, TQM, SPC tools, ISO standards, linear programming – Graphical and Simplex solution methods, Transportation and assignment models, single server queuing models, network theory – CPM – crashing of networks, PERT – probability of completion.
I.C. Engines and Refrigeration
Sec 11
SI and CI engines, two-stroke and four-stroke engines, efficiencies, heat balance, combustion in IC engines, abnormal combustion, engine fuels and fuel rating, alternate fuels, carburetion and fuel injection – MPFI, CRDI, super charging and turbo charging methods, engine emission and control. Steam and gas turbines, Rankine and Brayton cycles with regeneration and reheat, heat transfer equation, heat exchangers – LMTD and NTU methods, vapour compression and absorption refrigeration cycles, heat pumps, properties of moist air, psychrometric chart, basic psychrometric processes, turbo machines – impulse and reaction principles, Pelton wheel, Francis and Kaplan turbines, velocity diagram and performances of turbo machines, non-conventional energy sources – solar, wind, wave, biomass, geothermal and fuel cells.
BASIC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 12
Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of steam. Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process – casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process – turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling. Conic sections and miscellaneous curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.
Technical
100 Marks
PRODUCTION ENGINEERING
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Assistant Professor in Production Engineering in the Technical Education Department (Engineering Colleges).
75m
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BASIC ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Sec 1
Amplifiers & Oscillators – Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and non-inverting amplifier.Communication – Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM.Devices – working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT.Measurements – Working principles of CRO and Multimeter.Systems – Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and Inductors.
Module V
Sec 2
Basics of machine tools like, lathe, shaper, milling, drilling, grinding, boring and finishing operations.Classification of tool materials and properties – crystal structures – phase diagrams – powder metallurgy – process, characteristics, merits and applications.Types of cutting tools, tool geometry, cutting processes, types of chips, machinability, tool life, tool wear, cutting fluids, calculation of cutting force.Un-conventional machining – parameters and materials of tool and work – types like EDM, ECM, CHM, USM, LBM, EBM and PAM.
Module VI
Sec 3
Basics of NC, CNC and DNC – types and elements – FMS – CIM – drives, controls, sensors, feedback devices, ACC and ACO – basics of RP – manual and computer aided part programming – Group technology – Industrial automation.
BASIC CIVIL ENGINEEERING
Sec 4
Building materials – common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel, aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification. Building construction – types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations and superstructure.Mechanics – statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction – applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics – rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion.Surveying – principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling work – reduction of levels.
Metal Joining Processes
Sec 5
Classifications – arc, gas, pressure and special types like ESW, EBW, LPW and welding of dissimilar materials – testing of welding joints – welding process variables.
MATHEMATICS (ENGINEERING)
Sec 6
Complex Analysis: Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor and Laurent’s series, residue theorem.Fourier Series: Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and even functions, Half range expansions.Laplace Transforms: Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property – inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.Matrices: Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and independence of vectors.Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order ordinary differential equations, systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations), Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.Partial Differentiation: Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) – Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.Vector Differentiation: Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator – Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal fields – scalar potential.
Module VII
Sec 7
Concept and theory of accuracy, precision, sensitivity, calibration – standards – linear and angular measuring instruments – measurement of flow, temperature, pressure, force and velocity – limits, fits and tolerance – surface finish / roughness measurements – transducers and strain gauges.Machine element design theory – tool design – Degree of freedom, types of locaters and clamping – jig and fixtures – design of dies.Theory and concepts of kinematics and mechanisms – governors – gears and gear trains – cams – velocity and acceleration analysis – balancing – vibration.
BASIC COMPUTER SCIENCE
Sec 8
Functional units of a computer.Programming in C – control structures, functions.
Module VIII
Sec 9
Functions of management, decision making, authority, responsibility, span of control – types of organizations – plant layout – principles of material handling – concept of ERP – PPC – product design and development – maintenance and replacement of equipments.Process charts and control charts – inventory management – TQM, ISO, six sigma – LP models – transportation and assignment problems, networking techniques.Work study and method study – wages and incentives – industrial psychology – work measurement.
BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 10
Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only).Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling.Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc excitation.Principle of generation of alternating current – waveforms – frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor.Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three phase induction motor.Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.
Foundry
Sec 11
Mould materials, types of moulds, pattern making, allowances, types of casting processes – solidifications, casting defects and testing.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 12
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Kadhar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Forming Processes
Sec 13
Theory of stress and strain, various press working operations – forging, rolling, extrusion, drawing, explosive and hydraulic forming, bending, shearing and spinning.
BASIC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 14
Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of steam. Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process – casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process – turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling. Conic sections and miscellaneous curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.
Technical
100 Marks
DRAFTSMAN GRADE III (CIVIL) ||| OVERSEER GRADE III (CIVIL) ||| TRACER
This examination is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission for the recruitment of Draftsman Grade III (Civil), Overseer Grade III (Civil), and Tracer posts in the Harbour Engineering Department.
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AUTOCAD
Sec 1
Basic commandsDrawing toolbar and modifying toolbarIntroduction to AutoCADPlotting and printing
BUILDING MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION
Sec 2
BrickBuilding finishes and servicesCementFlooringFoundationLime and filler materialsMasonryPlane cement ConcreteReinforced cement concreteRoofingStoneTemporary structural treatment for building constructionTilesTimber
BUILDING DRAWING AND ESTIMATING
Sec 3
Building rules and byelawsEstimationRate analysis and valuationRules and methods of measurements of work
HYDRAULICS AND IRRIGATION
Sec 4
canalsCross drainage workdamMeasurement of pressureProperties of fluidReservoirStorage and diversion head worksTerms used in IrrigationType of Hydraulic energy
BASIC ENGINEERING DRAWING
Sec 5
Conic section and projectionDrawing instruments, equipment and materialsLettering, dimensioning and scalePlane geometrical construction
SURVEYING
Sec 6
ContouringConventional surveyingIntroduction and terms used in chain, compass, plane table and leveling surveyModern and advanced surveying instrumentsPrinciple of leveling, Type of leveling, Reduction of levelsTheodolite survey
APPLIED MECHANICS
Sec 7
efficiencyFrictionMechanical advantageShear force and bending momentSimple machines:-Load and effortSimple stress and strainSpeed and velocityVelocity ratioWork power and energy
UNITS AND MENSURATION
Sec 8
Measurement of Perimeter and Area of triangles Polygons and circlesUnits of measurementsVolume of Solids
Technical
100 Marks
Legal Assistant Gr. II ||| Legal Officer ||| Assistant Public Prosecutor Gr. II ||| District Executive Officer / Additional District Executive Officer ||| Sheristadar
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for various legal and administrative posts, including Legal Assistant Grade II, Legal Officer, Assistant Public Prosecutor Grade II, District Executive Officer / Additional District Executive Officer, and Sheristadar. These posts generally require an LLB qualification and involve legal and administrative duties within government departments and corporations.
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Indian Penal Code, 1860 (Assistant Public Prosecutor Gr. II)
Sec 1
Abetment and ConspiracyElectoral OffencesGeneral Exceptionsoffences affecting Human bodyOffences affecting Public Health, safety, convenience, decency and moralityOffences against StateOffences relating to Coin and Govt. StampsPerjury and ForgeryPublic ServantsPublic TranquilityPunishmentsReligious OffencesSexual Offences
Criminal Procedure and Allied Matters (Assistant Public Prosecutor Gr. II)
Sec 2
Absconding AccusedAccomplice and ApproverBattacode of criminal procedure 1973Committal ProceedingsCompensationCriminal Courts and Court Martial ( Adjustment of jurisdiction ) Rules, 1978Criminal rules of Practice (Kerala) 1982Disposal of PropertyExecution, Remission and Commutation of sentencesJudgment, appeal, Revision and ReferenceLevy and recovery of fineMode of Taking and recording evidenceNotification of residence of released convicts, Certified copiesProcedure in the case of offences affecting administration of justiceProcedure when accused an unsound personProcedure when accused is a person under law relating to armed forcesProduction, return and submission of recordsRemandRule against double jeopardySummary TrialTrial of Summons Case and Warrant Case
Civil Procedure, Evidence and Limitation Law (Legal Assistant Gr. II)
Sec 3
Accompliceadjournment etc.Admissions and ConfessionsAppealAppearance of parties, consequence of non-appearance, expartee decree, setting aside ex-partee decree, examination of parties by the CourtApproverArrest and attachment before judgementBurden of proofCivil Procedure CodeCompetency of witnessesdiscovery and inspection, admissionDistinction between procedural and substantive lawsDying declarationEstoppelExamination of witnessesexecutionIndian Evidence Act & Law of limitationinjunctionJudgement and decreejudicial noticeJurisdiction of Courts to try civil suits stay of suits, resjudicataLaw of LimitationMiscellaneous provisionsOpinion and character evidenceOral and documentary evidenceParties to suits, jointer of parties, misjointer of parties, frame of suitsPlace of sueing, pleading, plaint, Written Statement and set offPresumptionsRelevancy of factsSpecial proceedings such as Suits in particular cases, Notice before Suit, inter pleader Suit, Papur Suit, Suit by or against torts, Suit by or against minors etc.Summoning and attendance of witnessSummons
Property, Company and Partnership Law (Legal Assistant Gr. II)
Sec 4
Account and AuditActionable claimsArticles of AssociationBoard of DirectorsCapitalCompany lawConcept of PropertyDifferent kinds of companiesDividentDoctrine of ultraviresEasementEffect of incorporationEffect of transferExchangeFormation of a companyGeneral principles of transferGiftIllegal AssociationLaws on landLeaseMeetingsMemorandum of AssociationMortgageOppression and mismanagementpartnership ActPromotersProspectusRights and liabilities of the corporation for acts of its agents and organsRule against perpetuityRules against inalienabilitySale of immovable propertySharesTransfer of property ActWinding up
Specific Acts and Social Legislation (Assistant Public Prosecutor Gr. II)
Sec 5
Adjudicating OfficerAnalysis of foodAppeal (Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006)Appellate Tribunalattribution Acknowledgement and Despatch of Electronic recordsAuthoritiesAuthorities under the ActCruelty to animalsDigital SignatureForfeiture of propertyLegal recognition to electronic recordsOffencesOffences (Information Technology Act , 2000)Offences (Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960)Offences under Kerala Gaming Act, 1960Offences under the Abkari ActOffences under the Kerala Police Act, 2011Release on probation (NDPS Act, 1985)Restriction on exhibition and training of performing animals
Administrative Law (Legal Assistant Gr. II)
Sec 6
Administrative discretionAdministrative LawAdministrative Service TribunalsAgainst whom writ can be issuedConstitutional protection of Civil ServantsDelegated legislationException to the rules of natural justicejudicial activism and judicial restraintsJudicial ControlJudicial review of administrative action – principlesJurisdiction of the S.C. And H. C.Legislative ControlLiability of the administrationLocus standi to challenge administrative actionNeed for Administrative AdjudicationNeed for administrative decision makingPost Decisional hearingPractices and Procedure of Administrative AdjudicationPrivileges and immunities of administration in Suits, to hold documents, Statutory operations etc.problems of Administrative AdjudicationProcedural ControlRemedies against administrative action – Constitutional remediesRule making power of the administrationRules of fair hearing Reasoned decisionsScope and causes for the growth of Administrative LawStatutory RemediesStatutory Tribunals, Domestic TribunalsWrits
Administrative Law & Right to Information Act (District Executive Officer)
Sec 7
Administrative Law – Central Administrative TribunalsAdministrative Law – Delegated legislationAdministrative Law – Judicial RemedyAdministrative Law – Principles of Natural JusticeAdministrative Law – Writ JurisdictionThe Right to Information Act, 2005 – Exemption from disclosure of informationThe Right to Information Act, 2005 – Meaning of InformationThe Right to Information Act, 2005 – Object of the ActThe Right to Information Act, 2005 – Penalties
Interpretation of Statutes and Administrative Law (Legal Officer)
Sec 8
Administrative DiscretionClassification of Administrative ActionsConstitutional protection to the civil servantsControl over administrative rule makingDefinition and ScopeGrowth of Administrative LawJudicial Review of Administrative ActionNatural JusticeOmbudsmanPrivileges, immunities and Liabilities of AdministrationPublic Interest LitigationRight to Information Act, 2005Rule of LawSeparation of powersStatutory and Non-Statutory Public UndertakingsEjusdem GenerisGolden RuleIntrinsic and Extrinsic Aids of InterpretationLiteral RuleLogical RuleMandatory & Directory Provisions in StatutesMethods of InterpretationMischief RuleNoscitur a SociisReddendo Singula Singulis etc.Subsidiary RulesTheory of Utility
Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (Assistant Public Prosecutor Gr. II)
Sec 9
Admission and ConfessionBurden of ProofCharacter as a relevant FactorExaminationExclusion of oral evidenceExpert OpinionPresumption as to documentsPrivileged CommunicationsProof of FactsRelevance of JudgmentsRelevancy of FactsStatements under special circumstancesWitnesses
Juvenile Justice, Mental Health, Legal Aid & Extradition (Assistant Public Prosecutor Gr. II)
Sec 10
Admission and Detention of Mentally ill personsAdvisory Board [Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2000]Child in need of care and protectionConstitution, function, powers and procedure of Lok Adalat (Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987)Enquiry, Appeal and RevisionEntitlement to Legal ServicesExtradition of fugitivesJuvenile in conflict with lawLegal Aid (The Mental Health Act, 1987)Powers and functionsProbation Officers (Probation of Offenders Act, 1958)ProcedurePsychiatric Hospitals and Psychiatric Nursing HomesReception OrdersRehabilitation and Social Re-integrationRelease of OffendersRole of Magistrate Court (Indian Extradition Act, 1962)Various Options
Law of Contract, Interpretation of Statutes, Alternate Dispute Resolution (Legal Assistant Gr. II)
Sec 11
AgencyAgreement, Contract and ingredientsAlternate Dispute ResolutionArbitration and Consiliations ActBailmentBasic rules of Construction of StatutesCapacity of partiesclassificationConsiderationContract of Indemnity and guaranteeFactors invalidating contractsGeneral Clauses ActGeneral features of contractGeneral rules of constructionInterpretation of different kinds of StatutesInterpretation of StatutesLaw of ContractLegal Services authorities ActLegislative draftingLegislative theory & Service lawsLok AdalathsPartnershipPrinciples of Arbitration and conciliationPrinciples of legislationPurpose of General Clauses ActQuantum meritquasi contractsRepeal of StatutesRules of interpretationSale of goodsvoid, voidable and contingent contracts
Constitutional Law
Sec 12
Amendment Provisions of the ConstitutionCentre-State Relations – Administrative and FinancialCentre-State Relations – LegislativeDirective Principles of State PolicyEmergency ProvisionsExecutiveFundamental DutiesFundamental RightsJudiciary – Both at Union and State LevelLegislatureOther Constitutional AuthoritiesPreamble – Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the ConstitutionRelation between Fundamental Rights and Directive PrinciplesSalient features of the ConstitutionServices under the Union and the States
Criminal Law and Procedure (Legal Assistant Gr. II)
Sec 13
AppealsArrestBailChargeCognizance of offence and commencement of judicial proceedingsConcept and nature of CrimescorruptionCriminal Procedure CodeExecution of Sentence and other connected mattersFunctionaries under Criminal Procedure CodeGeneral defences and ExceptionsGeneral principles of Criminal liabilityillegal gratificationIndian Penal CodeInvestigationJudgementMaintenance of Wives, Children and ParentsOffences affecting the stateoffences against human bodyoffences against propertyoffences against public safety and healthoffences relating to marriage and reputationpowers of the CourtPrincipal features of fair trialSearch and seizureTrial of Warrant and Summons CasesTypes of Trial
Offences under IPC and Special Acts (Assistant Public Prosecutor Gr. II)
Sec 14
attempt (IPC, 1860)Criminal Intimidation, Insult and annoyanceDefamationOffences – Rescue and Rehabilitation (Immoral Traffic Prevention Act, 1956)Offences against propertyOffences relating to documents and property marksOffences relating to marriageOffences under the Arms Act, 1959Offences under the Explosives Act, 1884 and Explosive Substances Act, 1908
Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (Assistant Public Prosecutor Gr. II)
Sec 15
Bail and BondsCognizance of OffencesComplaint to MagistrateCompounding and WithdrawalCriminal Courts – Constitution and PowersDefinitionsJurisdiction as to inquiry and trialLimitationPlea bargainingProcessesReciprocal arrangements for assistanceRecording of ConfessionSearchTransfer of Criminal Cases
Environmental and International Law (Legal Assistant Gr. II)
Sec 16
Civil and political RightsConcept Corruption free GovernanceConcept of Environmental protectionConcept of Sustainable developmentDifferent Statutory provisionsEnvironmental protection ActsEnvironmental protection Law and its implementationEnvironmental Protection under the ConstitutionForest ActGeneral powers of the Central GovernmentHuman Rights protection Mechanism – National and international levelinternational organizations and private individualsInternationalisation of Human RightsLegal regime for pollution ControlNature, origin and sources of International LawOperational mechanism of Central and State Boards functioningPhilosophical foundation of the concept of Human RightsPollutionPublic international LawRecognition theory and practiceRight to clean EnvironmentRights and Duties of States Human RightsRights of specific groups, Rights of Women, Children, Indigenous persons etc.Social, Economic, and Cultural RightsState territorial sovereignity and other lesser territorial rightsStates and nonstate entitiesSubjects of international LawTypes of Pollution
Law of Procedure (Legal Officer)
Sec 17
AppealCaveatCivil CourtsDefinitionsExecutionInherent PowerLaw of LimitationPleadingsReferenceRes JudicataRes SubjudiceReviewRevisionSecond AppealSpecial SuitsSuits of Civil NatureAppealArrest, Search and SeizureBailCognizance of OffencesCommencement of Judicial ProceedingsDefinitionsHierarchy of CourtsInherent PowersInvestigation, Inquiry, Trial, DischargeJudgementJuvenile Justice Act, 2000Maintenance of Wife / Children / ParentsPreventive MeasuresProbation of Offenders Act, 1958ReferenceRevisionTransfer of CasesAdmissions and ConcessionsBurden of ProofCompetency of witnessesDefinitionDocumentary EvidenceDying DeclarationElectronic EvidenceEstoppelExamination of witnessesIndian Evidence Act, 1872Judicial NoticeOpinion and character evidenceOral EvidenceRelevancy of Facts
Evidence, Civil Procedure & Administrative Law (District Executive Officer)
Sec 18
Code of Civil Procedure 1908 – Civil SuitCode of Civil Procedure 1908 – Institution of suitsCode of Civil Procedure 1908 – Judgment and DecreeCode of Civil Procedure 1908 – Jurisdiction of courtsCode of Civil Procedure 1908 – Place of suingCode of Civil Procedure 1908 – ReferenceCode of Civil Procedure 1908 – Res SubjudiceCode of Civil Procedure 1908 – ResjudicataCode of Civil Procedure 1908 – ReviewCode of Civil Procedure 1908 – RevisionIndian Evidence Act 1872 – documentary evidence – Primary and SecondaryIndian Evidence Act 1872 – examination of witnessesIndian Evidence Act 1872 – Meaning of evidenceIndian Evidence Act 1872 – Relevancy of facts
Law of Criminal Procedure (Sheristadar)
Sec 19
Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 – definitionsCode of Criminal Procedure, 1973 – distinction between judicial and executive magistratesCode of Criminal Procedure, 1973 – hierarchy, powers & functions of courtsCode of Criminal Procedure, 1973 – period of limitationCode of Criminal Procedure, 1973 – procedureCode of Criminal Procedure, 1973 – Schedule ICode of Criminal Procedure, 1973 – sub systems involved in criminal justice administration : Public, Government Officials, Police, Public Prosecutors, Defence lawyers, Media, Scientific experts – procedure, functions and roles, rights of accused, plea bargaining.
Jurisprudence, Labour and Industrial Laws (Legal Assistant Gr. II)
Sec 20
collective bargainingConcept of wagesConcept, evolution, calculation and mode of payment of BonusDeduction of WagesDifferent methods of settlement of industrial disputeDifferent schools of thoughtDifferent theories of Law and justiceEmployers liability in the case of industrial accidentsFixing and Revising Minimum WagesIdeas of unionisationimpact of I.L.O.JurisprudenceJuristic Concepts of Rights and Dutieskinds of benefits to workers under the Employees State Insurance ActLabour and Industrial LawsMeaning of Industry, Industrial Dispute, Lay-off, Retrenchment, Strike and Lock-outOrigin, nature, evolution and unique features of Labour LawoverrulingPossession and OwnershipPrecedentprotection of Health, Safety and Welfare of industrial workers including Women and childrenRatio Deci DentiRegistration of trade unionsSources of LawStanding Ordersstare DecisisVarious schools of jurisprudence
Contract Law, Company Law & Information Technology Act (District Executive Officer)
Sec 21
Company Law – Formation of a companyCompany Law – Meaning and kinds of companiesCompany Law – Memorandum and Articles of associationCompany Law – Winding up of companiesIndian Contract Act, 1872 – Essential elements of a valid contractIndian Contract Act, 1872 – Remedies for breach of contractIndian Contract Act, 1872 – Void and voidable contractsInformation Technology Act, 2000 – Authorities under the ActInformation Technology Act, 2000 – Cyber crimesInformation Technology Act, 2000 – Digital signatureInformation Technology Act, 2000 – Electronic contracts
Business Law (Legal Officer)
Sec 22
Account and AuditArticles of AssociationBanking Regulation Act, 1949BorrowingBuy Back of SharesCompanies Act, 1956DebenturesDefinition and Features of Registered CompanyDirectorsDividendsForeign CompanyGovernment CompanyLendingMeetingsMemorandum of AssociationPrivate Limited CompanyProspectusPublic Limited CompanyRBI Act, 1934Reconstruction and AmalgamationsSEBI Act, 1992SharesStatutory CompanyThe Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002Winding upBasic Element of ContractsDefinitionsDischarge of ContractFactors vitiating consentIndian Contract Act, 1872Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008Modes of DischargeNegotiable Instruments Act, 1882Partnership Act, 1932Performance of contractQuasi ContractsRemedies for breachSale of Goods Act, 1930Specific Contracts Like Indemenity , Guarantee, Bailment, Pledge, AgencyVoid, Voidable, illegal and unenforceable agreement
Law of Torts and Crimes (Legal Officer)
Sec 23
Actus reusCriminal breach of trustCriminal LiabilityCyber Crimes (Indian Penal Code, 1860 and Information Technology Act, 2000)DefamationGeneral DefencesInchoate CrimesJoint and Constructive LiabilityMens reaMisappropriationOffences against personOffences against propertySeditionConspiracyDefamationFalse imprisonmentJoint Tort FeasorsMalicious prosecutionNature and DefinitionNegligenceNo fault LiabilityNuisanceTortious LiabilityVicarious Liability
Criminal Rules of Practice (Sheristadar)
Sec 24
Criminal Rules of Practice in Kerala, 1982 – Appendix I to VICriminal Rules of Practice in Kerala, 1982 – Circulars relating to exhibition of name boards by Judicial Officers in vehicles, extradition of accused.Criminal Rules of Practice in Kerala, 1982 – entire Rules
Legal Aid, Probation of Offenders, Domestic Violence (Sheristadar)
Sec 25
Domestic Violence Act, 2005 and RulesLegal Service Authorities Act, 1987 and RulesProbation of Offenders Act, 1958 and Rules
Extradition, Juvenile Justice and Mental Health (Sheristadar)
Sec 26
Extradition Act, 1952 and RulesJuvenile Justice Act, 2000 and RulesMental Health Act, 1987 and Rules
Industrial Relations & Factories Act (District Executive Officer)
Sec 27
Factories Act, 1948 – PenaltiesFactories Act, 1948 – Provisions regarding health, safety, Hazardous Process and welfareFactories Act, 1948 – Working hoursThe Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 – Authorities under the ActThe Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 – DefinitionsThe Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 – individual disputeThe Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 – Industrial DisputeThe Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 – industryThe Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 – Lay offThe Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 – Lock outThe Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 – RetrenchmentThe Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 – StrikeThe Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 – Unfair Labour PracticesThe Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 – WorkmanThe Trade Unions Act, 1926 – Collective bargainingThe Trade Unions Act, 1926 – General and Political FundsThe Trade Unions Act, 1926 – Legal Protection to registered trade unions – Civil and CriminalThe Trade Unions Act, 1926 – Recognition of Trade UnionsThe Trade Unions Act, 1926 – Registration of Trade Unions
General Knowledge including Current Affairs with special reference to Indian National Movement and Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 28
General Knowledge including Current Affairs with special reference to Indian National Movement and Renaissance in Kerala
Family Law (Legal Officer)
Sec 29
AdoptionConcept of MarriageEndowmentsFamily CourtsGuardianship and custodyJudicial SeparationMaintenanceNullity of marriagePartitionSuccessionTheory of DivorceWakfs
Information Technology and Right to Information (Sheristadar)
Sec 30
Information Technology Act, 2000 and RulesRight to Information Act, 2005 and Rules
Jurisprudence & International Law (Legal Officer)
Sec 31
Initiatives of United Nations (UN)International Covenants of 1966Nature and definition of International LawProtection of Human RightsSourcesState Recognition and State successionThe United Nations, its objectives, purposes and principal organsUniversal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR 1948)Administration of JusticeBasic Legal Concepts : Legal Personality, Ownership, Possession, Titles, Liability, Rights and DutiesNature and concept of LawSchools of JurisprudenceSources of LawTheories of Punishment
Court Fees, Stamp Duty, and Limitation (Sheristadar)
Sec 32
Kerala Court Fees and Suit Valuation Act, 1959Kerala Stamp Act, 1959Limitation Act 1963
Motor Transport Workers Welfare Fund Act & Motor Vehicles Act (District Executive Officer)
Sec 33
Kerala Motor Transport Workers Welfare Fund Act, 1985 – Constitution of Welfare FundsKerala Motor Transport Workers Welfare Fund Act, 1985 – DefinitionsKerala Motor Transport Workers Welfare Fund Act, 1985 – Officers under the ActKerala Motor Transport Workers Welfare Fund Act, 1985 – Welfare Fund BoardThe Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 – Necessity for driving LicenceThe Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 – Offence, penalties and procedures under the ActThe Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 – Special provisions in regard to control of transport vehiclesThe Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 – Suspension of driving licence
Service Rules (Sheristadar)
Sec 34
Kerala Service Rules (K.S.R.)Kerala Subordinate Service Rules (K.S.S.R.)Manual of Office procedure (M. O. P.)
Language Skill (General English)
Sec 35
Language Skill (General English)
Employee Welfare & Social Security Legislation (District Executive Officer)
Sec 36
The Employee's State Insurance Act, 1948 – Adjudication of DisputesThe Employee's State Insurance Act, 1948 – Benefits under the ActThe Employee's State Insurance Act, 1948 – ESI CorporationThe Employee's State Insurance Act, 1948 – Medical Benefit CouncilThe Employee's State Insurance Act, 1948 – PenaltiesThe Employee's State Insurance Act, 1948 – Standing CommitteeThe Employees Compensation Act, 1923 – Commissioners for employees compensationThe Employees Compensation Act, 1923 – DisabilityThe Employees Compensation Act, 1923 – Employer's Liability – arising out of and in the course of employmentThe Employees Compensation Act, 1923 – Meaning of InjuryThe Employees Compensation Act, 1923 – Notional extension PrincipleThe Employees Compensation Act, 1923 – Occupational diseaseThe Employees Provident Fund (And Miscellaneous Provisions ) Act, 1952 – Authorities under the ActThe Employees Provident Fund (And Miscellaneous Provisions ) Act, 1952 – Employees Family Pension schemeThe Employees Provident Fund (And Miscellaneous Provisions ) Act, 1952 – Employees Provident Fund scheme
Wages & Payment Legislation (District Executive Officer)
Sec 37
The Minimum Wages Act, 1948 – Determination of wages and ClaimsThe Minimum Wages Act, 1948 – Fixation of Minimum Rates WagesThe Minimum Wages Act, 1948 – Hours of WorkThe Minimum Wages Act, 1948 – Payment of minimum rates of wagesThe Minimum Wages Act, 1948 – PenaltiesThe Payment of Wages Act, 1936 – AuthoritiesThe Payment of Wages Act, 1936 – Deductions from wagesThe Payment of Wages Act, 1936 – Payment of Wages
Transfer of Property (Legal Officer)
Sec 38
Conditional TransferDefinitionsGeneral Principles of TransferProperty that cannot be transferredRights and Duties of the Parties to such transfersSpecific transfers like Sale, Gift, Mortgage, Lease, Charge, Exchange, Actionable claimsUndivided Ownershipvested and contingent interest
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Instructor (Turner)
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Junior Instructor (Turner) in the Industrial Training Department.
90m
2s
#kerala-psc#industrial-training#turner#technical#iti-level
Syllabus Explorer
Part II
Sec 1
Balancing work on face plate, Plain bearings, Anti-friction bearing, Split bearing, Bearing materials (Plain bearing), Heat treatment of plain carbon steel, Hardening of carbon steel, Annealing of steel, Normalizing of steel, Induction hardening, Carburising of steel, Nitriding, Taper threading, Capstan lathe and its parts, Turret heads, Roller box turning tools, Turret lathes, Dead stops and trips on capstan and turret lathes, Collets used on capstan and turret lathes, Typeq of tool-holders in capstan and turret, Knee turning – holder and combination tool – holder, Methods of producing external threads on capstan lathes, Accessories for capstan and turret lathe, Methods of producing internal threads on capstan/turret lathes, Two-point self-centering bore dail gauge, Machining symbolsCentre lathe and its parts, Lathe operation – Plain turning, Head stock, Specification of a centre lathe, Constructional features of a compound slide, Lathe accessories – work-holding devices : 3 Jaw chuck, Lathe accessories – work-holding devices : 4 Jaw chuck, Different tool material, Cutting tools – tool angles and their functions, Types of cutting tools, Lathe operations – Centre drilling, Lathe operation – Cutting speed and feed, Lathe operation – Different types of shoulders, Lathe bed, Cutting fluids, Lathe operation – boring tools & boring, Grinding wheels, Defects developed on the surface of the wheel by grinding, Lathe operation – reamers & reaming, Lathe parts – tails stock, The carriage, Telescopic gauge, Lathe iaccessories – Lathe centres, Types of grooves (Undercuts), Norton gearbox, Tumbler gear mechanism, Lathe parts – Main spindle, Preparing work for in-between centre turning, Kinds of lathe cutting tools, Driving plate and face plate, The Indian standard system of limits & fits –Terminology, Outside micrometers, Graduations of metric outside micrometer, Reading dimensions with outside micrometers.Determining taper angle using sine bar and slip gauges, Measuring angle of tapered (external) components, Determining diameters of tapered components, Soldering and brazing, Carbide throw-away tip tools.Difference between CNC and conventional lathes, Fundamentals of CNC machines, Basic structure of CNC lathe, Preparation of part programming, Types of offsets, Straight turning, Canned cycles, Different type Control System – Sinumeric, Part programmingDifferent types of drilling machines and theirs uses, Operation other than drilling performed on drilling machines, Adhesive bonding, Wrenches, Spanners and theirs uses, Standard and special screwdrivers and theirs uses, Bolts and studs, Machine screws, Thumb screws, Self-tapping screws.Eccentric turning, Steady rests, Simple and compound gear trains, Attachments used in centre lathe, Copying attachment, Toolmaker’s button, Inside micrometer – metric, Three-point internal micrometer, Multi-start threads and methods of producing, Multi-start, right hand and left hand threads, Helix angle and its effects on threading tool clearance anglesElements of a file, Benchvice, Trysquare, Steel rule, Measuring devices – Inside & outside calipers, Types of calipers, Graduations and reading of vernier calipers, Markingmedia, Jenny calipers, Dividers, Types of marking punches, Angle plate, Special files, Types of vices, Chisel, Hammer, Angles of chisel, Work-holding devices, Hand taps and wrenches, Die and die stock, Counter sinking, Counter boring and spot facing, Vernier bevel protractor, Reading of universal bevel protractor, Vernier depth guage.Form turning, Radius and fillet gauges, The effective rake and clearance angles fmr tools set above or below the centre height, Jigs and fixtures, Types of drill jigs, The chip breakers and their uses.Lubricants and lubrication, Methods of applying lubricant, Classification of lubricants, Lubricating machines, Dial test indicator, Grinding wheels, Defects in grinding wheel, Preventive maintenance.Properties of cutting tool materials, Cutting tools angles and their functions, Types and specifications of carbide tools, Tool life.Road safety, Types of fire extinguishers, Disposal of waste materialScrew threads – Types of V threads and their uses, Hand chasers and their uses, Methods of producing threads, Threads : catching of threads, British thread chasing dial, Metric thread chasing dial, Pipe thread cutting on the lathe, Screw thread measurement (gauges), Thread measurement (effective diameter), Thread measurement (minor diameter), Screw thread measurement (flank angle and form), Types of threads (square and trapezoidal threads), The chip breakers and their uses, ACME thread, Square thread, Buttress threads, Soldering, Gases use in gas welding, Types of oxy-acetylene flames, Acetylene gas generation, Method of cleaning before welding, Common metals, alloy and their meling points, Welding (fusion, Non-fusion and pressure), Arc-welding tools and accessories, Arc-welding machines, Types of ‘T’, lap and corner joints, Welding symbols, Braze welding method, Melting points of common metals, Methods of brazing carbide tipsStandard tapers and their uses, Methods of turning taper on lathe, Calculation of the compound slide swivel angle, Taper turning attachment, Combination set, Measuring angles with vernier bevel protractor, Measurement of angles, Reading of universal bevel protractor, Boring and reaming, Internal radius, chamfer and trepanning tools.Vernier height gauge, Vernier height gauge, Eccentric turning
Part I - General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 2
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakkoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Manager Gr.II
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Assistant Manager Gr.II in State Farming Corporation of Kerala Limited.
135m
8s
#kerala-psc#agriculture#forestry#management#degree-level
Syllabus Explorer
CROP PRODUCTION
Sec 1
Agro forestry – Integrated farming systemAgronomic Classification of cropsCrop Production of Cereal (Rice), Tuber Crops, Forage Crops, Pulses and Oilseed.Crop yield contributing charactersCropping pattern – Plant interactions – Cropping systems prevalent in Kerala – Homestead farming in KeralaDry farming and dry land farming – Soil – plant -water relationships.ITK and farmer centered techniques and practicesOrganic agriculture and its Components – Current status of organic farming – Initiatives in India and Kerala – National Programme for Organic Production(NPOP) – Accreditation agencies – Certification Agencies – National Standards for Organic Products (NSOP)Soil erosionSoil health -Soil Health Card – Integrated Nutrient Management (INM)and Integrated Plant Nutrient Supply System(IPNS)Sustainable agriculture – crop residue managementTillage – types of tillage – tillage implementsVegetative propagation in field crops-methods of sowing/PlantingWater conservation measures – water harvesting, agricultural drainage and its types.Water management of important crops of Kerala.Water resources and irrigation development in India and Kerala.Watershed management -Watershed Development Programmes in India
FORESTRY
Sec 2
Agroforestry – Clasification of agroforestry systems -structural, functional ecological and socio – economic .Anatomical features of common Indian timbers – Manipulation of structural features through breeding – silviculture and environmental manipulations.Benefits of forests on environment.Biodiversity , origin of biodiversity – the ecological role of biodiversity – diversity and niche structure – human and species diversity – biodiversity hot spots .Biodiversity conservation – population variability – genetic drift – diversifying selection pressure in situ conservation national parks, sanctuaries.Biosphere concept.Biosphere reserves – reserve and protected forests.Brief description about other major forest laws of regional, national and international significance.Choice of species for agroforestry Role of agroforestry in soil and water conservation, global climate change – mitigation and adaptation strategies – Seed production areas – Seed orchards – methods of seed collection, seed processing, seed storage, seed dormancy, pretreatment and testing of forest trees.Classification of forests and forestry, branches of forestry and their relationships.Collection, management and importance of Non-timber forest products of Kerala.Conservation efforts in India and world wide.Conservation of forest tree germpalsm.Endemism – rarity and extinction of species – causes of extinction.Ex situ conservation – role of botanical gardens in conservation.Field planting – Tending operations -weeding, cleaning, singling, pruning, pollarding, lopping and thinning – cultural operations.Forest Conservation Act 1980.Forest inventory and yield prediction.Forest management, sustainable forest management criteria and indicators.Forest mensuration – Methods of diameter and girth measurements – Volume measurement of standing trees, logs, branch and wood – formulae involved – Volume table – Determination of growth of the trees – Increment – CAI and MAI – increment percent.Forest nursery establishment – bare root and containerised nursery techniques.High forest and coppice forests.Importance of forest pathology, land marks, issued due to forest tree diseases, root diseases(wilt, root rot) stem diseases, heart rots, stem blisters, rusts, cankers, pink diseases, gummosis and foliar diseases(rust,powdery mildew, leaf spot, needle blight etc)of major timber species.Increasing and progressive yields.Mechanical properties of wood, wood seasoning.Multipurpose tree species and their characteristics.Plantation planning – Plantation establishment – Planting stock – Planting pattern and spacing – Plantation maintenance Nutrition in Plantation – Plantation records -industrial plantation – MFP plantation – Clonal plantation.Reaction wood, tension wood and compression wood, Electrical, thermal and acoustic properties of wood.Recent techniques in tree improvement.Regeneration of forests – objectives – ecology of regeneration – natural, artificial and assisted regeneration.Rotation Normal forest – definition, basic factors of normality.Silvicultural systems – classification and choice of silvicultural systems – Silviculture of Indian trees – Origin distribution – General description, phenology, Silvicultural characters, regeneration methods, silviculture systems, use and economic importance of major timber trees of Kerala.Silviculture – definitions, objectives and scope.Site quality and site index – Forest types of India and Kerala and their distribution.Study of important nursery pests and diseases Development of plantation forestry – Plantation characteristics – species composition – plantation organization and structure – social and economic factors in plantation development.The microscopic and macroscopic features of wood.Tree improvement and its relation to the disciplines of forestry – Genetic basis of tree breeding – Natural variability in trees – Provenance testing – seed orchards – Progeny trial and improvement of seeds orchards – Vegetative propagation and clonal forestry.Trees and their distinguishing features, growth and development.Wildlife management- direct and indirect methods of population estimation of wildlife.Wood anatomy, meristem – secondary growth in woody plants -.Wood preservation – composite wood – pulp and paper making Logging and ergonomics.Working plan – Joint forest management National forest policies – scope and importance – Indian forest Act 1927 general provision.
PLANTATION CROPS,SPICES,MEDICINAL AND AROMATIC PLANTS
Sec 3
Aromatic grasses: Vetiver, lemon grass, Citronella, PalmrosaAromatic herbs: Ocimum, Pachouli, MintAromatic trees:Sandalwood,Eucalyptus-Principles,Varieties, Production technology, Harvest,Yield .Medicinal Plants-Dioscorea, Opium, Isabgol, Gulgulu,Tinospora, Aswagandha and Commercial and Indigenous medicinal plants of Kerala-Active Principle, uses, varieties, production technology, Harvest and YieldPlantation Crops – Coconut, Arecanut, Oilpalm, Rubber, Cashew, Tea, Coffee-Area, Production and Productivity, Origin, Distribution, Varieties, Propagation-Seed-Seed selection, Mother Plant selection, Seedling Selection and vegetative-budding, grafting, layering. Production technology, Stage of harvest, YieldSpices-Black Pepper, Cardamom, Ginger, Turmeric, Nutmeg, Clove, Cinnamon, All spice, Seed and herbal spices – Area, Production and Productivity, Origin, Distribution, Varieties, Propagation, Production technology, Stage of harvest, Yield
CROP PROTECTION
Sec 4
Biocontrol agents (Trichoderma ,Pseudomonas etc)Fungicides, insecticides, acaricides, nematicides, and their formulationsInsect Growth RegulatorsInsecticidal ActIntegrated pest and disease managementPest and diseases of plantation crops, Spices, Vegetables, Fruits and Flowers, Cereals, Pulses, Tuber Crops, Medicinal and Aromatic Plants and their ManagementPesticide Residue AnalysisPheromonesPlant Quarantine and Phyto-sanitationSynthetic Inhibitors, in Insect Pest ManagementTransgenic Crop in Pest Management.
CROP IMPROVEMENT
Sec 5
Biosafety rules and regulations:Rules related to GM crops- research,development ,field trials, and commercial cultivationClonal selectionDNA finger printingGenetic engineeringHeterosisInbreeding depressionIntellectual Property Rights – WTO, WIPO,GATT,TRIPS.Marker Assisted Selection and its application in crop improvementMethods of breeding – hybridization – incompatibility and male sterility and their utilization in crop improvementMutation breedingPlant breeders rights and farmers rights.Ploidy breedingPopulation improvement programmes -recurrent selectionProtection of plant and animal genetic resources. biological materials, gene patenting, biotechnology related IPR issues – status.Seed Production - Seed Quality – different classes of seed.Synthetics and compositesTissue culture technology and its applications – Types of in vitro culture-Somaclonal variation Types: Synthetic seed productionTransgenic plants and their applications.UPOV, PPV and FR act.Wide hybridization and significance in crop improvement
OLERICULTURE , POMOLOGY AND FLORICULTURE
Sec 6
Floriculture-Types of gardens, Types of lawn, Production technology and varieties of rose, anthurium, chrysanthemum, gladiolus, tuberose, jasmine, heliconia, cacti: Ideal flower characters of cut flowers, Indoor gardening, Bonsai, Terrariums, Rock garden, Vertical Gardening.Fruits – Banana, Mango, Pineapple, Papaya, Sapota, Guava, Grapes, Citrus, Mangosteen, Pomegranate, Moraceous and Annonaceous Fruits-Area, Production, Productivity, Propagation – sexual and asexual-rootstock and scion selection, Crop management, nutrient deficiencies, physiological disorders and their correction; Use of growth regulators, Major problems associated with fruit crops; Application of growth regulatorsVegetables – Cucurbitaceous, Solanaceous, leguminous, leafy and cool season vegetables – Area, Production, Productivity, Origin, Distribution, Nutritional value, Production technology, Harvest, yield, Nutrient deficiencies, application of growth regulators
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 7
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI- Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
POSTHARVEST TECHNOLOGY AND VALUE ADDITION
Sec 8
Marketing systems and export promotion agencies.Physiology of ripening, maturity and senescence of fruits and vegetablesPostharvest management techniques- precooling, grading and sortingPostharvest Technology of Plantation crops, spices,essential oil yielding crops, cut flowersPreparation of important fruits and vegetable products-Jam, Jellies, Pickles, Candies, fermented and unfermented beveragesPrinciples and methods of preservation, drying, dehydration, thermal processing chemical methodsProduction of essential oils and oleoresins
Technical
100 Marks
Agronomist
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts the examination for the post of Agronomist, a direct recruitment position in departments like the Kerala State Landuse Board. The selection process involves a written examination for eligible candidates.
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#kerala-psc#agronomy#agriculture#soil-science#general-knowledge
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Part II - Agronomy and Soil Science
Sec 1
Alley cropping-advantages- interactions in cropping systems- complimentary, competitive and neutral - role of non-monetary inputs and low cost technologies-input use efficiency in cropping systems.Contingent crop planning for different agro climatic zones of the state. Precision agriculture.Criteria of essentiality of nutrients; Essential plant nutrients – their functions, nutrient deficiency symptoms; transformation and dynamics of major plant nutrients.– Manures – fertilizers- Biological N fixation – Biofertilisers- Integrated Nutrient management- Pollution from Agricultural lands and global trends in waste management and waste utilization in agriculture. Recycling of agricultural waste.Definition, concept and characteristics of dry land farming; dry land versus rainfed farming; significance and dimensions of dry land farming in Indian agriculture. Extent of dry land area in India, agencies and programmes of dry land agriculture in India.Drought- definition, effect on plant growth, drought management.Factors of soil formation; soil forming processes; weathering of rocks and mineral transformations; soil profile; Soil texture, textural classes, mechanical analysis, Soil consistence; dispersion and workability of soils; soil compaction and consolidation; soil strength; swelling and shrinkage - basic concepts.Forms of soil erosion; effects of soil erosion and factors affecting soil erosion; types and mechanisms of water erosion; soil losses in relation to soil properties and precipitation.Homestead farming, mixed farming, Farming systems, integrated farming systems, Intensive integrated farming systems and sustainable agriculture and role of multipurpose trees and agroforestry.Principles of dry farming, crop management practices, agronomic practices for moisture conservation, shifting cultivation and alternate land use system.Problem soils and their managementQuality of irrigation water and management of saline water for irrigation, Irrigation efficiencies and methods of increasing water use efficiency. Agricultural drainage.Remote sensing platforms & satellites; Sensor systems –fundamentals of aerial photographs and image processing and interpretations. Crop stress and yield forecasting, prioritization in watershed and drought management, wasteland identification and management. Formulation of watershed development plans.Soil conservation planning; land capability classification; soil conservation in special problem areas such as hilly, arid and semi-arid regions, waterlogged and wet lands.Soil fertility and productivity - factors affecting; features of good soil management; problems of supply and availability of nutrients; relation between nutrient supply and crop growth; organic farming - basic concepts and definitions.Soil structure ; soil aggregation, aggregate stability; Soil survey and its types; Soil resource Inventory, soil survey techniques - conventional and modern; soil series – characterization and procedure for establishing soil series; benchmark soils and soil correlations-survey report & soil survey interpretations; soil mapping, thematic soil maps, cartography, mapping units, techniques for generation of soil maps.Soil water movement in soil and plants; transpiration; soil-water-plant relationships; Free energy of water, soil moisture constants, soil water potential and its components, soil-plant-atmospheric continuum, Moisture-potential curve, crop plant adaptation to moisture stress condition.System approach- cropping system, definition and importance-physical resources and its management in cropping systems- Multiple cropping-intercropping, mixed cropping, sequential cropping, crop rotations, relay cropping, high density multispecies cropping, intercropping in relation to maintenance of soil productivity.Tillage, tilth, objectives, tillage implements, types of tillage, special purpose tillage, frequency and depth of cultivation, compaction in soil tillage; Modern concept of tillage, zero tillage, minimum tillage, stubble mulch tillage, puddling, concept of conservation tillage; tillage in relation to weed control and moisture conservation; techniques and practices of soil moisture conservation (use of mulches, kinds, effectiveness and economics)Universal soil loss equation, Principles of erosion control; erosion control measures – agronomical and engineering; erosion control structures.Water and its role in plants; Irrigation and irrigation management –definition objectives-limitations-water resources of India and Kerala- major irrigation projects of India and Kerala,Water requirement of crops; Irrigation scheduling, micro irrigation system; Concepts of – ET, Cu, PET, ETc, Epan and their importance in assessing WR.Watershed management - concept, objectives and approach; Watershed planning, surveying and mapping of watersheds, water harvesting and recycling; flood control in watershed management; socioeconomic aspects of watershed management; case studies in respect to monitoring and evaluation of watersheds; use of remote sensing in assessment and planning of watersheds.
Part I - General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Sec 2
General Knowledge and Current AffairsNovel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyako yi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI- Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
CHIEF (DECENTRALISED PLANNING) ||| CHIEF (PLAN CO-ORDINATION DIVISION) ||| CHIEF (SOCIAL SERVICES)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Chief posts in the State Planning Board. These are high-level positions likely requiring postgraduate qualifications.
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#kerala-psc#state-planning-board#post-graduate-level#economics#statistics
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PAPER II – PART III - COMMERCE
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CO-ORDINATIONGROWTH MODELSORGANISINGPLANNINGPLANNING IN INDIA
PAPER II – PART I - ECONOMICS
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DECENTRALISED PLANNING – INSTITUTIONS AND METHODOLOGYDECENTRALIZED PLANNING IN INDIA & KERALADIMENSIONS OF DECENTRALISATIONEXPENDITURE PLANNING UNDER DECENTRALISATIONMETHODOLOGY FOR BENEFICIARY SELECTIONPROJECT MANGEMENT AND IMPACT STUDY
PAPER II – SOCIOLOGY
Sec 3
DEMOGRAPHIC STRUCTURE IN INDIA AND KERALAEDUCATIONHEALTH ECONOMICSHUMAN RIGHTS AND CONSTITUTIONAL SAFE GUARDSPROJECT MANAGEMENTQUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS FOR SOCIAL WORKSOCIAL SECURITY MEASURESSOCIOLOGY AND SOCIAL WORKSOCIOLOGY OF VULNERABLE GROUPS
PAPER II – PART IV – MATHEMATICS
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DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONSFUNCTIONAL ANALYSISLINEAR ALGEBRAOPERATIONS RESEARCHREAL ANALYSIS
PAPER I – ECONOMIC PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
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Emerging Growth Drivers of Kerala EconomyFiscal federalismGovernment Planning Process, Project Formulation, Appraisal, Implementation and MonitoringIndian Economic Planning since independence and Kerala development since 1956Labour, Employment and Migration in India and KeralaMeaning and Measurement of Growth and DevelopmentResearch Methodology and Statistical ApproachesService delivery and good governance – social audit – gender auditSustainable Development and Inclusive Growth
PAPER II – PART II - STATISTICS
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ESTIMATIONMULTIVARIATE ANALYSISSAMPLING THEORYSTOCHASTIC PROCESSES AND TIME SERIES ANALYSISTESTING OF HYPOTHESES
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Town Planner (DEPARTMENTAL QUOTA)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Assistant Town Planner in the Local Self Government Department (Group IV Planning Wing), focusing on urban planning and development roles.
90m
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#kerala-psc#town-planning#civil-engineering#architecture#urban-planning
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Town Planning Theories
Sec 1
73rd & 74th amendments of constitution, Participatory Planning Process, Preparation of IDDP, LDPsContribution of Ebenezer Howard, Development of Planning concept through ages, Emerging concepts in Planning theories, Aldo Rossi, Spatial theories: Bill Hillier: place theories, linkage theory, social theories in planning: Daniel Harvey-right to the city, Social urbanism-Jane Jacobs, Political theories David Harvey, Landscape urbanism
Geotechnical, Traffic and Transportation Engineering
Sec 2
planning and design, wind rose diagram, runway design, terminal design.Subsurface investigations, earth pressure theories, stability of slopes. Foundation types, shallow and deep foundations, pile foundations, well foundations, raft or mat foundations, machine foundations. Gabions. Ground improvement techniques.break waters, docks.geometric design of highways, highway materials, pavement design and construction, maintenance of roads, highway drainage.points and crossing, signalling stations and yards.soil classification, field identification, soil properties, permeability and seepage, quick sand condition, consolidation, settlement, compaction, shear strength, liquefaction.traffic characteristics, intersection design, traffic signs and signal design, traffic control, traffic safety, traffic survey. Urban transportation planning. Traffic and environment.
Structural Engineering
Sec 3
Analysis of statically determinate trusses, arches, beams, cables and frames. Deflection of beams and trusses - double integration, moment area, conjugate beam, energy, virtual work methods, tension coefficient method. Analysis of statically indeterminate structures - slope deflection, moment distribution, Kani’s methods, approximate methods. Influence lines for determinate and indeterminate structures. Matrix methods of structural analysis, basic finite element method. Free and forced vibration of single degree freedom systems.Concrete technology, mix design. Concrete design - working stress and limit state design, design by limit state methods, limit state of serviceability. Pre-stressed concrete. Design of retaining walls, flat slabs, bridges and water tanks.Plastic analysis of structures, working stress and limit state design concepts, design of members, design of connections. Design of plate girders, gantry girders, water tanks, bridges and trusses. Design of light gauge steel structures.Stress and strain, failure theories, bending moment and shear force, simple bending theory, thin walled pressure vessels, torsion in solid and hollow circular shafts, open coiled and close coiled springs, buckling of column, combined and direct bending stresses.
Surveying, Construction management, Quantity surveying and Valuation
Sec 4
construction, planning and scheduling, Bar chart, CPM, PERT. Construction equipments, construction procedures – contract, tender documents. Building Planning – building bye laws, functional planning of buildings. Building materials – construction materials, properties, quality testing of materials, IS specifications, prefabricated structural elements.detailed specification, preparation of data and analysis of rates for various items of work, bar bending schedule. Type of estimates – detailed estimate for buildings, abstract of estimate. Valuation - principles of valuation of old buildings and apartment structure, methods of valuation. Depreciation- current rates of depreciation and net values. Fixation of rent ,gross and net rent, methods.measurement of distances and directions, levelling, contouring, computation of areas and volumes, traversing, theodolite and plane table, errors and adjustments. Curves – vertical and horizontal. Field astronomy. Tacheometric survey – stadia and tangential systems. Photogrammetry – vertical photograph, relief displacement. Hydrographic survey. Electromagnetic distance measurement. Total station – types, working principles, measurement techniques. Remot sensing. GPS
Early Human Settlements
Sec 5
Effects of Industrial revolution on human settlements, Post industrial age. Planned cities, Planned Indian cities, Chandigrah and contributions of Le Corbusier, Contribution of Ebenezer Howard & Patric Geddes to Housing, Nature and magnitude of the housing problem in India, Housing Shortage as a result of Population Explosion, Urbanisation and Poverty issues in the Indian context, Role of Housing in the National level with a study on the changing priorities in the housing policies and the major housing programmes carried out in the various five year plans.History and Evolution of human settlements, Relevance of the study of settlements, Human settlements as an expression of civilization, Settlement planning in ancient periods; Eg: Indus Valley & Mesopotamia
Environmental impacts of cities
Sec 6
Environmental problems like Ozone depletion, Global warming, Carbon dioxide concentration, etc,. Sustainable Development, Brundtland Commission’s report (1983), Earth Summit & Rio Declaration (1992), Kyoto Protocol (1997)Recent developments, Sustainable & Green building constructions, Ecology and city, Sustainable settlements, Waste management issues, Waste recycling, Solid Waste Management, House hold waste, Recycling techniques, Composting at home, Town/ city level recycling, Water conservation issues, Reasons for water scarcity, Needs of water conservation, Ground water depletion, Water efficient landscaping, Gray & Black water, Water recycling, Water conservation, Rain Water Harvesting, Rain data of Kerala, Capacity calculations for water harvesting tanks, Conservation of other natural resources, Ecological Footprint, Carrying capacity, Impact of urbanization on cities, Urban environmental problems, Land use, traffic and road network, Environmental Impact Assessment
Hydraulics, Water Resources and Environmental Engineering
Sec 7
properties of fluids, potential flow, laminar and turbulent flow, flow in pipes, flow in open channels, hydraulic jump. Forces on immersed bodies. Flow measurement in channels, tanks and pipes. Dimensional analysis and hydraulic modeling. Specific speed of pumps and turbines.unit hydrograph, reservoir capacity, well hydraulics, irrigation – duty, delta, crop water requirements. River engineering - design of lined and unlined canals. Gravity dams and spillways. Design of weirs on permeable foundations. Canal Head works, cross drainage works.quality standards, basic unit processes and operation for water treatment. Drinking water standards. Water treatment. Sewerage treatment, sludge disposal, effluent discharge standards. Domestic waste water treatment - unit operations and unit processes of domestic wastewater. Environmental pollution - different forms.
Planning Concepts
Sec 8
Master Plan, Development Plan, Town planning schemes, Regional planning, land development techniques, land acquisition acts, Urban Design basics, Planning components like Urban land use & zoning, CBD, urban nodes, fringe area and suburbs,Visual structuring, urban design survey, preparation of local area planning
General Knowledge and Current Affairs &Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 9
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoil Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
HEAD OF SECTION (COMPUTER ENGINEERING)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Head of Section (Computer Engineering) in the Technical Education (Polytechnics) department.
120m
19s
#kerala-psc#computer-engineering#technical-education#polytechnics#degree-level
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Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Database Management Systems
Sec 2
Advantages over conventional file systems, Database users, Schema architecture, Data independence – physical and logical, Database models – Hierarchical, Network and Relational, DBMS architecture, DDL, DML and DCL, Centralized, 2 tier and 3 tier architecture, ER model, Relationship, ER diagram, UML – class diagram, Relational model concepts, Keys, Relational algebra, Selection, Projection, Union, Intersection, Cartesian product, join, Division, Domain and integrity constraints, Functional Dependency, Normalization – 1NF, 2NF, 3NF, BCNF, Transaction management, concurrent process, SQL – data types, Create, Drop, Select, Update, Insert, Delete commands, Integrity constraints, Grouping, Commit, Rollback, Views, Trigger, Cursors, Embedded and Dynamic SQL, ODBC and JDBC.
Microprocessors
Sec 3
Architecture of 8086, Registers, Addressing modes, Isolated and memory mapped I/O, Instruction set of 8086, Programming, Interrupt mechanism, 8255 PPI, 8257 DMA, 8279 Keyboard/Display interface, CISC, RISC processors, Hyper threading.
Operating Systems
Sec 4
Batch, microprogramming, time sharing, multi processor and real time systems, Process management, Process Control Block, Threading, multi-threading, CPU Scheduling, Schedulers, Context switching, Pre-emptive and non-preemptive scheduling, Scheduling algorithms – FCFS, SJF, Priority, RR, Multi-level and multilevel feed back queue, Race condition, Critical section problem, Deadlock – detection and prevention, Memory Management – Address bindings, logical and physical addresses, contiguous memory allocation – first fit, best fit, worst fit allocation, internal and external fragmentation, Paging and segmentation, Demand paging, Page replacement algorithms – FIFO, Optimal, LRU, Thrashing, File systems, Sequential and indexed file organization, Directory structures, Contiguous, linked and indexed allocations, Disk scheduling algorithms.
Mobile Computing
Sec 5
Cellular systems, SDMA, FDMA, TDMA, CDMA, GSM, GEO, MEO, LEO, WLAN protocols, Bluetooth, WAP, VPN
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 6
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Data Communication
Sec 7
Components, LAN / MAN / WAN, Topologies, Analog, Digital Communication, ISO-OSI Architecture, TCP/IP, Transmission impairments, Media – Guided and unguided, Encoding techniques, Modulation, Error detection and correction, ARQ techniques, Multiplexing, FDM-TDM-WDM, Wireless communication, Switching techniques, Polling.
Information Security
Sec 8
Computer Security, CIA triad, OSI Security Architecture, X.800, Cryptography, Symmetric and asymmetric encryption, MAC, Hash function, Digital signature, User authentication – Token based, Biometric, Remote user authentication, Intrusion Detection Systems, Honey pots, Denial of Service, Firewall
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 9
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Computer Networks
Sec 10
Data Link Layer – MAC Sublayer, CSMA, CSMA/CD, Ethernet, IEEE Standards, LLC, ATM, Network layer – Routing algorithms, Congestion control algorithms, IPV4 and IPV6, Subnetting, Transport Layer – Services, Service primitives, Addressing, Application Layer – DNS, E-mail architecture, SMTP, POP3, MIME, Network Management Devices – Repeater, Hub, Switch, Router, Gateway, Wireless access point, UDP, HTTP, FTP, TELNET, VOIP
Technical Mathematics
Sec 11
I.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.II.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.III.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.IV.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).V.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.VI.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.VII.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.VIII.Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.
Computer Architecture
Sec 12
Multiprocessors and microcomputers, Assembly language, Assembler directives, Semiconductor memory – Internal organization, SRAM, DRAM, SDRAM, Rambus memory, ROM technology, Cache memory, virtual memory, working of magnetic disks and tapes, optical disks, Instruction sequencing, Instruction execution, Hardwired control and microprogrammed control, micro instructions, Pipelining.
Digital Computer Principles
Sec 13
Number systems – Binary, Decimal, Octal and Hexadecimal Conversion, Arithmetic operations, Boolean algebra, Logic gates, SOP, POS, Minterm and maxterms, Boolean expression, simplification, Postulates and theorems, Simplifications, K-Map, Combinational logic circuits – Adder, Subtractor, Multiplexer, Demultiplexer, Encoder, Decoder, Sequential Circuits – SR, JK, T, D flip flops, Shift registers, Asynchronous, synchronous and Modulo n Counters.
Object Oriented Programming through Java
Sec 14
OOPs concepts, POP and OOP, Benefits of OOP, objects, classes and methods, constructors, operator and function overloading, Inheritance and Polymorphism, Multi-threading and exception handling, Programming in Java – JAVA API, System package, Naming conventions, Creating and accessing packages, Threads in Java, Thread exception, Files in Java, String classes, Applet programming.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 15
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and othersKodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Web Technology
Sec 16
Server Softwares, HTML tags, Form controls, Embedding multimedia, Cascading Style sheets, inline, embedded and external style sheets, Building CSS menu, Creating user style sheets, Server side and client side scripting, Programming in Java Script, Event handling, Data validation, Server side scripting – configuration of Apache, MySQL and PHP, PHP – language elements, Functions, Classes and objects, Database connectivity, Session handling, Cookies, File uploading, Sending emails in PHP, Developing story board, Web optimization, Web hosting – Domain name registration, Server space hiring, FTP utilities, Web promotion techniques.
Software Engineering
Sec 17
Software life cycle models, Project planning – LOC, COCOMO, PERT / CPM, Gantt Chart, SRS, Data flow diagrams, Testing – Black box and white box, Software reliability, Reliability metrics, ISO 9000, SEICMM, CASE.
Data Structures
Sec 18
Stack – Array representation, Push and Pop operations, Infix, prefix and postfix conversion, Queue – insertion and deletion, circular queue, Priority queue, De-queue, Dynamic memory allocation, Linked lists, Insertion, deletion, traversal of Linked lists, Doubly linked lists and circular lists, Binary tree representation, Binary search tree, insertion, deletion, and traversal on BST expression tree and threaded binary tree, Graph – directed graph, Adjacency Matrix and Adjacency List representation, graph traversal algorithms – BFS and DFS.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 19
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
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THERMAL ENGINEERING
Sec 1
Air standard cycles- Carnot cycles, Otto cycle, Diesel cycle and its PV diagrams.Compressors- working of compressors, use of compressors, different types of compressors, single stage compressor, multi stage compressor, single action and double action compressors, work done and efficiency equations and its graphs.IC engines - Two stroke petrol engine, Two stroke diesel engine, single cylinder engines and multi cylinder engines, four stroke petrol engine, four stroke diesel engine, performarance of internal combustion engine, Brake power, Indicate power, frictional power, brake thermal efficiencies, indicated thermal efficiency, equations and graphs.Important laws- Zeroth law of thermodynamics, First law of thermodynamics, Second law of thermodynamics, thermodynamics process, Isothermal process, isentropic process and its work done equations and PV diagrams.
TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT AND MODERN VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY
Sec 2
Effect of pollutants, sources of pollution, methods to control petrol engine and diesel engines emissions, Reduction of compression ratio, blow by control system, PCV system, After burner, catalytic converter, control of oxides of nitrogen, EGR, Evaporative emission control system-Charcoal canister, Diesel smoke and its control, emission norms.Fuel injection systems in petrol and diesel engines, E.F.I-types, MPFI, Gasoline direct injection system, Throttle Body Injection, Sensors-types and construction, actuators, Common Rail Diesel Fuel System, ECM, electronic fuel injectors.Vehicle accessories-cruise control- electric seat and mirror- intelligent wind screen wiper- automatic climatic control- adaptive noise control system- Parking distance control. Restraint systems-Seat belt -Air bag, electronic stability control- ABS-key less entry & Vehicle immobilizer- automatic traction control system – GPS.Features of M.V. Act - definition of terms -test for drivers and conductors - registration of vehicles -duties of drivers and conductors - traffic signs -M.T.0 and functional wings - organization chart. Road geometry-width of high way -gradient - cross section of road - super elevation and sight distance – road intersection. Insurance surveying - companies - classification of policies- factors involved in assessing.
STRENGTH OF MATERIAL
Sec 3
BOILERS- Use of boiler, types of boiler, boiler mountings, boiler accessories, steam engine, working of steam engine, parts of steam engine.Lathe and lathe works- Types of lathes, use of lathes, parts of lathes centre lathe, semi automatic lathe, automatic lathe, capstan and turret lathe, copying lathe, different types of lathe works, plain turning, stepturning, taper turning, drilling, boring, Broaches, types of broaches, use of broaches, jig and fixtures, use of jig and fixtures, reaming and grinding. Welding, types of welding, different types of welding joints.Power plants- Different types of power plants, thermal power plant, Hydraulic power plant, diesel power plant, nuclear power plant and working.Rivets, nut and bolts- Types of rivets, use of rivets, types of riveted joints, single riveted joint, double riveted joints, lap joints, butt joints, strength of riveted joins, different types of bolt, use of bolts, different types of foundation bolts, use of foundation bolts.Shear force and bending moment- Types of beams and its loading conditions, shear force and bending moment diagrams and equations in different types of beams and different types of loads, point load,uniform distributed load, cantilever beam, simply supported beam.Terms simple stress and strain, longitudinal strain, lateral strain, Poison's ratio, Hook's law, Modulus of rigidity, shear stress, shear strain, Friction, sliding friction, rolling friction, cone of friction, centre of gravity, moment of inertia, simple equations.
CHASSIS SYSTEMS
Sec 4
Types of brakes-mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, servo brake, Air brake. Drum and disc brake system - Internal expanding and externally contracting, Master cylinder, types - working principle, Wheel cylinder, brake bleeding, brake shoe. Air brake- working, working of servo brake - types, disc brake -working.Chassis Constructional details, Types of frame. Frame sections, bumpers, sub frames. Materials used, Front Axle- Introduction, Types - dead & live axle, Construction - material - cross section, Stub axle - different arrangementsPrinciples of steering, Ackerman , Davis fifth wheel, Steering gear box - types, Worm & roller, worm & sector, Re-circulating ball, Rack & pinion, Steering linkages - arrangement - components. Power steering - integral - linkage type, Collapsible type steering column. Factors affecting wheel alignment.Types of front suspension for two, three & four wheeler, Rear Suspension system. Introduction to springs and Shock absorbing devices-Types, Leaf, coil springs & their arrangements, Helper spring, spring shackle, shackle pin, Telescopic type Shock - absorber.
ENGINE CONSTRUCTION AND RELATED SYSTEMS
Sec 5
Cylinder block - Single cylinder and multi cylinder, materials, cylinder liners. Cylinder head – Materials, cylinder head gasket. Pistons -Type of pistons, Piston rings - Materials, Types of rings - compression ring, oil ring. Connecting rod - Function, materials used, big end and small end bearings. Crank shaft -different shapes, Main bearings. Fly wheel-functions. Types of valves, sodium vapour cooled valves. Valve operating mechanisms - side cam shaft and overhead cam shaft, Inlet and exhaust valve materials, valve timing diagram. Cam shaft - functions and drivesDifferent fuel feed systems, A.C. mechanical pump, S U Electrical pump , petrol filters and air Cleaners, Carburetors, Simple carburetors - parts, principle of working, compensation, mixture strength requirement, modern carburetors, float system, idle and slow speed system, high speed system,Acceleration pump and choke system. Manifolds, silencer types. Various components in Diesel fuel system - types of fuel. Distributor type pump, rotary type pumps, Fuel feed pump and hand priming, diesel fuel filters. Governors - purpose, types - mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic governors, Fuel injectors-typesAir and water cooling, thermo-syphon and pump circulation system, thermostat, Radiators -types, pressure cap, types of coolants, pump, antifreeze solution , cooling fan – types.Types of engine lubrication- wet and dry sump lubrication, splash and pressure feed systems. Oil pumps, pressure relief valve, oil pressure indicator Oil coolers, oil filters, oil seals, Crank case ventilation.
General Knowledge
Sec 6
Important world, national and regional events related to the political and scientific fields, sports, cinema and literature etc.Demography – Economic and social development – Poverty alleviation – Economy and planning – etc.Geography of India – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – etc.History of India – Period from 1857 to 1947 – National movement Five Year PlansGeographical Facts – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – Economic and Social deve – Historical importance - etc.Important Events/Movements/Leaders
TRANSMISSION AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Sec 7
Constructional details of automobile dynamo, Constructional details of alternator, Charging System - necessity, Types of Regulators. Starter switch, Starter motor - constructional features, Starter Motor Drives-Necessity, Types of starter motor drives, mechanisms of - Bendix drive (inboard & Outboard), Over running Clutch, Axial starter (sliding armature), Pre engaged type.Types of ignition system, coil ignition, Components-Ignition coil, Contact breaker points, Cam angle, Condenser, Distributor, Spark plug - types, Spark advance & retard mechanism (centrifugal & vacuum),Magneto ignition system - Low tension & high tension, Rotating armature & rotating magnet type, CD.ignition system, Electronic ignition systems, Transistorized ignition, Computer controlled ignition, Distributorless ignition system.Constructional features & working of - Sliding mesh gearbox, Constant mesh gearbox, Synchro mesh gearbox, Progressive type gearbox, Epicyclic gearbox, Torque converter, Gear selector and shifting mechanism, 2 Wheeler transmissions, Gear drive-Chain drive, CVT & Automatic transmission.Principle of friction clutches. Constructional features and working of-Single plate dry clutch, Diaphragm clutch, Cone clutch, Centrifugal clutch, Semi centrifugal clutch, Vacuum clutch, Hydraulic clutch, Electromagnetic clutch, Multiplate clutch (dry & wet), Fluid fly wheel, Clutch disc,, Pressure plate.Propeller shaft and universal joint, Torque tube drive, Hotchkiss drive, Constant velocity joints, Front wheel drive, Differential mechanism, Rear Axles-types.Wheels - spoked wheel, disc wheel, and alloy cast wheel, composite wheel, Tyre construction (cross sectional details),Tubeless tyre, Tyre treads patterns, Inflation pressure and its effects, Factors affecting tyre performance.
HYDRAULICS
Sec 8
Fluid pressure and method to measure Pressure. Pascal's law, terms pressure and pressure head, absolute pressure, gauge pressure, atmosphere pressure, vacuum pressure, pressure measuring instruments and its principles, piezometer tube, pressure gauge, manometer, 'U' tube manometer, differential manometer, inverted type manometer and its simple problems, total pressure in different conditions.
FLUID FLOW
Sec 9
Hydraulic Machines- Different types of pumps, centrifugal pump, Reciprocating pump, Stage pump, difference between each pumps, different types of turbines, working of turbines, Governing system, difference between impulse and reaction turbines, work done of turbines.Terms Cd, Cv, Cc, different types of flow measuring instruments, Orifice, Notches and venture meter, types of fluid flow, steady flow, unsteady flow, uniform flow, non uniform flow , laminar flow, turbulent flow, discharge calculation, continuity equation, head losses, major losses, minor losses, loss of head due to friction, Darcy's and Chezy's formula, simple problems.
Technical
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CHEMICAL ASSISTANT
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Organic Chemistry
Sec 1
Aromaticity: Benzenoid and non-benzenoid compoundsChemistry of natural products: Carbohydrates, proteins and peptides, Oils and fats, nucleic acids, terpenes, steroids and alkaloids, Vitamins.Common named reactions and rearrangementsExamples-Optical and Geometrical isomerism.Organic reaction mechanisms involving addition, elimination and substitution reactions with electrophilic, nucleophilic or radical species.Organic reactive intermediates Reaction Intermediates: Generation, stability and reactivity of carbocations, carbanions, free radicals, carbenes, benzynes and nitrenes.Stereochemistry: Configurational and conformational isomerism in acyclic and cyclic compounds
Inorganic Chemistry
Sec 2
Atomic spectrum of Hydrogen, Rydberg equation, Bohr Theory, Schrodinger wave equationBioinorganic chemistry: photosystems, porphyrins, metalloenzymes, oxygen transport, electron- transfer reactions; nitrogen fixation, metal complexes in medicine.Chemical bonding, Lattice energy – Born Haber Cycle, Fajan’s rules, electro negativity scales, dipole moment, Hydrogen bond, Hybridisation, VSEPR theory, LCAO methodChemical periodicityConcepts of acids and bases, Hard-Soft acid base concept, Non-aqueous solvents.Inner transition elements: spectral and magnetic propertiesMain group elements and their compounds: Allotropy, structure and bonding, industrial importance of the compoundsNuclear chemistry: nuclear reactions, fission and fusion, radio-analytical techniques and activation analysis, carbon dating and rock dating.Organometallic compounds: synthesis, bonding and structure, and reactivity.Transition elements and coordination compounds: structure, bonding theories, spectral and magnetic properties
Physical Chemistry
Sec 3
Basic principles of quantum mechanics: Postulates; exactly- solvable systemsChemical kinetics: Empirical rate laws and temperature dependence; collision and transition state theories of rate constants; Order and molecularity; enzyme kinetics; salt effects; homogeneous catalysis; photochemical reactions.Chemical thermodynamics: Laws, state and path functions and their applications; Maxwell’s relations; spontaneity and equilibria; temperature and pressure dependence of thermodynamic quantitiesColloids and surfaces: Stability and properties of colloidsElectrochemistry: Nernst equation, redox systems, electrochemical cells; Debye- Huckel theory; electrolytic conductance – Kohlrausch’s law and its applications; ionic equilibria; conductometric and potentiometric titrations, reference electrodes.Ionic Equilibrium: Concepts of Acids and Bases, ionization of weak electrolytes. pH, Buffer solutions, Henderson equation. Hydrolysis of saltStates of matter-Gaseous state, Ideal gas equation, Deviation from ideal behaviour– Solid state, Space lattice, Laws of Crystallography, X-ray diffraction– Liquid state
BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOLOGY
Sec 4
Biochemistry of soil humus formation - nutrients transformation – N,P,S; trace metal interaction with humic substances- significance of chelation reactions in soil – reactive functional groups of humic substances – clay – organic matter complexes – humus – pesticides interactions in soilScope and importance of bio chemistry in agriculture – Plant cell organelles- structure and function – photosynthesis ,C3,C4 and CAM pathways, photo respiration – bio chemistry of nitrogen fixation – nitrate assimilation – sulphate reduction and amino acid formation – bio chemistry of seed germination and development – fruit ripening- phytohormones – vitamins and enzymes- bioenergetics-Soil microbial biomass – root - soil interface – microbiology and biochemistry of root soil interface – soil enzymes – microbial transformation of nutrients in soil – biofertilizers – biowaste management
SOIL CHEMISTRY
Sec 5
Chemistry of acid soil – liming materials and action- chemistry of salt affected soils and amendmentsElements of equilibrium thermodynamics, chemical equilibria, electrochemistry and chemical kineticsIon exchange processes in soil; cation exchange – theories based on law of mass action ( Kerr - Vanselow, Gopon equations, hysteresis, Jenny’s concept), adsorption isotherms, donnan-membrane equilibrium concept, clay-membrance electrodes and ionic activity measurement, thermo dynamics, statistical mechanics; anion and ligand exchange – innersphere and outer-sphere surface complex formation, fixation of oxyanions hysteresis in sorption – desorption of oxy-anion and anions, shift of PZC on ligand exchange. AEC, CEC; Ion exchange system in humid tropical soilsPotassium , phosphate and ammonium fixation in soilSoil colloids:- Goldschmidt’s law of crystal chemistry -, inorganic and organic colloids – principles of silicate clay structure, origin of charge, concept of point of zero charge(PZC) and its dependence on variable-charge soil components, surface charge characteristics of soils; diffuse double layer theories of soil colloids; electrometric properties of soil colloids;Sorption properties of soil colloids; - relative stability of clay minerals, soil organic matter – fraction of soil organic matter and different fractions, clay- origins interactions & Metal Organic Complexes
Chemistry in Everyday life
Sec 6
Drugs-Antipyretic, analgesic, antiseptic, antibiotic, tranquilisersDyes-Classification and applicationsPesticides and chemical fertilisers, soaps and detergents, food preservatives, artificial sweeteners.Polymers-classification, commercially important polymers, bio degradable polymers
SOIL, WATER AND AIR POLLUTION
Sec 7
Estimation of dissolved and suspended solids, chemical oxygen demand (COD), biological demand (BOD), nitrate and ammoniacal nitrogen and phosphorus and heavy metal content in effluents.Nature and sources of pollutant- agricultural, industrial, urban wastes, fertilizers and pesticides, acid rain , oils spills etc; air, water and soil pollutant- their CPC standards and effect on plants, animals and human beings.Pesticides & Toxic elements – effect on plant and human health and on soil micro organisms – salt sensitive cropsRemediation/amelioration of contaminated soil and water ; remote sensing application in monitoring and management of soil and water pollution.Sewage and industrial effluents – their composition and effects on soil properties/health, and plant growth and human beings; soil as sink for waste disposal.Soil, water and air pollution problems associated with agriculture, nature and extent.The Environment Protection Act, The Air Act, The Water Act, The Wildlife Protection Act and Forest Conservation Act, Woman and child welfare and Role of information technology on environment and human health.Water Quality - Parameters used to assess water quality – Physical parameters (temperature, colour, odour, turbidity, foam and froth, suspended solids etc.), chemical parameters (BOD, COD, pH, hardness, carbonate and bicarbonate, nitrate, chloride, total salt, cations ( Na, Ca, Mg , toxic elements and heavy metals and biological parameters (bacteria coliform, algae, virus, etc.)Water quality indices and suitability of irrigation water – agronomic practices in relation to problematic soils; cropping pattern for utilizing poor quality ground waters
Analytical Principles and Instrumental Methods
Sec 8
Evaluation of analytical data – accuracy and precision, classification of errors. Detection and correction of determinate errors, standard deviation, variance and coefficient of variation.Principles of UV-Visible, Infrared and NMR Spectroscopy, Application of HPLC, GC and Mass spectrometry.Principles of volumetric analysis – primary standard – standard solutions normality and molarity, molality, theory of acid-base titrations, permagnometric and dichrometric titrations, iodometry and complexometric titrations, gravimetric analysis, Theory of acid-base indicator, redox indicators, adsorption and metallochromic indicators. Principles of colorimetric titration. Principle of chromatography.
INTRODUCTIN TO SOILS - SOIL FERTILITY AND FERTILISER USE
Sec 9
Fertiliser use efficiencyFertilizer nitrogen, Fertilizer phosphorus, Fertiliser Sulphur, Micronutrient fertilizers – Sources, Forms, Use and ManagementInstrumental Analysis in agriculture- Potentiometry, Conductometry, Spectrophotometry, Chromatographic techniques, Atomic Absorption, flame photometry, Mass spectrometry and X- ray diffractometry.Problem soils- acidic-,saline, sodic and physically degraded soil- management of problem soil- types of soil erosion and measures to conserve.Rocks and minerals – weathering and soil formation – soil physical properties- soil texture- soil structure- bulk density – particle density –porosity- soil colour- soil consistency- soil water- retention and movement of soil water- soil temperature and soil air- soil colloids- CEC and AEC – soil organic matter-carbon cycle- soil fertility and nutrient management- soil quality indicators- assessment of soil health- soil health card- soil bio remediationSoil fertility and soil productivity, nutrient sources – fertilizers and manures; essential plant nutrients – functions and deficiency symptomsSoil fertility evaluation – various methods
SOIL PHYSICS
Sec 10
Infiltration - Soil air- oxidation reduction potential – mode of energy transfer in soil – energy balance- thermal properties of soilSoil texture- soil consistence- soil structure – densities of soilSoil water: content and potential, soil water retention, soil- water constants, measurement of soil water content, energy state of water, soil water potential, soil- moisture characteristics curve ; hysteresis , measurement of soil- moisture potential.Water flow in saturated and unsaturated soils, Poiseuille’s law, Darcy’s law; hydraulic conductivity, permeability and fluidity, hydraulic diffusivity; measurement of hydraulic conductivity in saturated and unsaturated soils.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 11
Awakening Through LiteratureSocio-Religious reform MovementsStruggles and Social RevoltsLeaders Of RenaissanceLiterary FiguresRole Of Press In RenaissanceTowards A New SocietyWomen And Social ChangeSalient Features of Indian ConstitutionSocial Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Technical
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THERMODYNAMICS
Sec 1
Basic concepts and definitions, microscopic and macroscopic approaches, definitions of heat and work, zeroth law of thermodynamics, temperature scales, first law of thermodynamics, properties of pure substances, ideal gas equation and other equations of state, second Law of thermodynamics, Kelvin – Planck and Clausius statements, reversible processes and cycles, entropy, inequality of Clausius, entropy changes in various thermodynamic processes, principle of increase of entropy, available and unavailable energy, availability function, availability and irreversibility open and closed systems, third Law of thermodynamics, general thermodynamic relations – combined first and second law equations, Helmholtz and Gibb’s functions, Maxwell’s relations, equations for internal energy, enthalpy and entropy, ideal and real gases, Clapeyron equation, throttling process, Joule Thomson coefficient, inversion curve, gas mixtures, composition of a gas mixture, mass and mole fraction, Dalton’s law, Gibbs – Daltons Law, equivalent molecular weight and gas constant, properties of gas mixtures – specific heats, internal energy, enthalpy and entropy.
METALLURGY AND MATERIAL SCIENCE
Sec 2
Classification of engineering materials-selection of materials with reference to properties, service and economic considerations. thermal, physical, mechanical, electrical, magnetic, dielectric properties, super conductivity and super plasticity of materials, metallic bonds, crystal structure, space lattice, types of unit cells, Miller indices, co-ordination number, atomic packing factor, allotropy and polymorphism, imperfections in crystals. elastic and plastic deformation of metals,. slip, twinning, dislocation, critical shear stress, Frank-Read source, Strain hardening, De-lamination theory, diffusion mechanism, Fick’s Laws. theory of alloys, Gibb’phase rule, solid solutions, Hume Rothery’s rule, equilibrium diagrams, equilibrium diagram of binary alloys, eutectic, eutectoid, peritectic and peritectoid reactions. iron-carbon equilibrium diagram, isothermal TTT diagrams, critical cooling rate, heat treatment processes, hardenability tests, surface treatments, case hardening, carburising, nitriding, cynading, induction hardening, precipitation hardening, recovery, recrystalisation and grain growth.Properties, composition and uses of various types of cast iron and steels, effect of various alloying elements. Properties, composition and uses of copper, aluminum, titanium and its alloys.
THEORY OF MACHINES AND DESIGN OF MACHINE ELEMENTS
Sec 3
Defintions and basic concepts, kinematic and dynamic analysis of planer mechanisms. Belt –Rope –Chain Drives, open and cross belt drive, length of belt , ratio of belt tensions, centrifugal tensions, initial tensions, V belt drive,rope drive, chain drive, power transmitted. Friction clutches-plate clutches, conical clutches. Brakes and Dynamometers- types of brakes, absorption and transmission type dynamometers. Gears-types of gears, terminology, law of gearing , gear tooth profiles, interference and under cutting, calculation of minimum number of teeth, contact ratio, path of contact, arc of contact. Gear trains, Flywheels, Governors. Balancing of rigid rotors and field balancing, balancing of single and multi cylinder engines, free and forced vibrations of single degree of freedom systems, effect of damping, vibration isolation and transmissibility, resonance, critical speeds and whirling of shafts.Design for static and dynamic loading, failure theories, fatigue strength and S-N diagram, principles of design of machine elements such as bolted, riveted and welded joints. design of shafts, spur gears, rolling and sliding contact bearings, brakes and clutches.
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
Sec 4
Facilities planning-selection of site, factors to be considered,plant layout-process, product, fixed group technology layout, principles of material handling, types of material handling equipments, preventive and break- down maintenance, replacement of equipments.linear programming – graphical and simplex solution methods, transportation and assignment problems, game theory, single server queuing models, network theory, CPM and PERT.Meaning of management, Taylor’s scientific management, functions of management, organisational structure, authority, responsibility and span of control, line, line and staff, functional, project and matrix organization. Formation of companies- proprietary, partnership and joint stock companies, private limited, public limited companies, cooperative organizations and government organizations.Personal management- objectives and function, recruitment, selection ,orientation and training of workers, industrial safety and health, labour welfare, Industrial psychology, labour legislation.Production planning and control- importance of planning, forecasting techniques, job, batch and mass production, determination of economic lot size in batch production, functions of production control, routing, scheduling, dispatching and follow up, Gantt charts, inventory models, determination of EOQ and reorder level, selective inventory control techniques, breakeven analysis.Quality control and inspection- process capability, statistical quality control, control charts for variables and attributes, acceptance sampling and operation characteristic curves, system reliability, life testing, bath tub curve.Work study- analysis of work methods using different types of process chart and flow diagrams, critical examination, micromotion study and therbligs, SIMO chart, principles of motion economy, determination of allowances and standard time, job evaluation and merit rating, wage payment plans.
PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY
Sec 5
Foundry –patterns, moulding sand, cores, gating and risering, chills, chaplets, gating systems, gravity die casting, pressure die casting, centrifugal casting, semi centrifugal casting, centrifuging, continuous casting, casting defects. Welding- weldability,. types of flames, types of welding, weld defects. Forming - cold rolling, hot rolling. Forging-types of forging , defects in forging. Extrusion-hot and cold extrusion, Wire drawing ,Rotary piercing, Rotary swaging, Metal spinning. Metal cutting-types of chips, tool signature, tool geometry, machinability, tool wear,cutting forces in orthogonal cutting, Merchants theory, economic of machining. Lathe–work holding parts, main operations, attachments. Shaper- cutting speed, shaper operation and tools used. Milling Machine –milling cutters, up milling, down milling and face milling operations, indexing. Drilling machines- classification, cutting speeds and feeds, types of drill, reamers. Boring machines- classification, machining time, boring tools. Grinding Machines - surface, cylinderical and centreless grinding.Turret and Capstan lathes, transfer machines. Unconventional machining processes – EDM, ECG, ECM,LBM,USM, AJM, EBM and Chemical Machining. Powder metallurgy.Metrology and instrumentation–line standard and end standard, limits, fits and tolerances, allowance, accuracy, precision, repeatability, sine bar, comparators, gauges, interferometry, surface roughness, measurement of displacement, velocity, acceleration, temperature, Transducers.
FLUID MECHANICS AND MACHINES
Sec 6
Impact of free jets - stationary and moving vanes, flat and curved vanes, series of vanes, work done and efficiency, impulse and reaction turbines – Pelton wheel, Francis turbine and Kaplan turbine, work done and efficiencies, draft tubes, cavitation, governing and specific speed of turbines, reciprocating pump – air vessels, cavitation, slip, indicator diagram,work required and efficiency, centrifugal pump - manometric head, work, efficiency and losses, priming, specific speed, performance characteristics.Properties of fluid - density, specific weight, viscosity, surface tension, bulkmodulus, compressibility, rate of shear strain, Newton’s law of viscosity, Newtonian and non- Newtonian fluids, real and ideal fluids, incompressible and compressible fluids, fluid pressure and its measurement, buoyancy and floatations, energies in flowing fluid, head - pressure, dynamic, static and total head, continuity equation, Eulers equation, Bernoulli’s equation, flow rate measurements- venturi and orifce meters, notches and weirs, pitot tube, Reynolds number, laminar and turbulent flow, Hagen- Poiseuille equation, turbulent flow through pipes, head loss due to friction, Darcy- weisbach equation, Chezy’s formula , losses at entry, exit, sudden expansion and sudden contractions.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 7
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and others.Kodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyathampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI- Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
STRENGTH OF MATERIALS
Sec 8
Simple stress and strain, longitudinal strain, lateral strain, Poison's ratio, Hook's law, modulus of rigidity, shear stress, shear strain, relationship between elastic constants, Friction, sliding friction, rolling friction, cone of friction, centre of gravity, moment of inertia, shear force and bending moment- types of beams and its loading conditions, shear force and bending moment diagrams and equations in different types of beams and different types of loads - point load, uniform distributed load, cantilever beam, simply supported beam, deflection of beams, torsion of circular shafts-solid and hollow shafts, power transmitted by shafts, principle stresses-Mohr’s circle, Columns-critical load, equivalent length, slenderness ratio.
THERMAL ENGINEERING
Sec 9
Steam engineering- Rankine cycle, boilers, boiler mountings, boiler accessories, steam engine, steam nozzles. steam turbines, multistage turbines. IC engines - classification, air supply system, fuel supply system, ignition system, performance testing, combustion in SI and CI engines, auto ignition, preignition, detonation, octane and cetane numbers, anti knocking agents. Gas turbines-classification, regeneration, intercooling, reheating, efficiency and work output. Compressors - classification of compressors, uses of compressors, reciprocating compressor- single stage compressor, equations for work, efficiencies, multistage compressor, intercooler, rotary compressors, fans and blowers. Refrigeration- concept of COP, heat pump, unit of refrigeration, reversed Carnot cycle, refrigeration systems, refrigeration equipments and refrigerants. Psychrometry- dry air, moist air, saturated, unsaturated and super saturated air, degree of saturation, dry bulb temperature, wet bulb temperature, dew point temperature, psychrometric processes, air conditioning, air conditioning systems. Heat transfer – conduction, convection and radiation, Fourier’s law, thermal conductivity, conduction through plane wall and composite wall, black body concept, Stefan-Boltzman law,gray body concept, Newton Rikhman equation free and forced convection. Heat exchangers– classification, recuperator type and regenerative type, parallel flow, counter flow type & cross flow,concept of overall heat transfer coefficient, LMTD. Power plants-hydro electric, thermal, diesel and nuclear power plants.
Technical
100 Marks
LECTURER IN TEXTILE TECHNOLOGY
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Lecturer in Textile Technology in Polytechnic Colleges. Candidates who have completed their graduation in the relevant stream of engineering are eligible.
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Syllabus Explorer
PART I
Sec 1
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall)Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, DistomatMaterials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curingSurveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land areaCircuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factorElectrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protectionIdea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installationReview with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supplyActive and passive devices – review onlyE-waste: Health hazards of e-wasteFull wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuitsInverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverterLED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lightingMicrocontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – applicationMobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologiesSwitches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relaysThe importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagramThe importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketchesApplications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first orderBinomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theoremCoordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallelDeterminants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s ruleDifferentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variableIntegration of functions – Integration of different types of functionsMatrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverseTrigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B)
Part II Textile Technology
Sec 2
Advanced Fabric Manufacture: Introduction on various methods of fabric production – compare the advanced method of fabric production with conventional types of looms – types of shuttle less looms – basic requirement of shuttle less weaving – advantages of shuttle less weaving machines. The various stages of weft insertion in Sulzer shuttle less weaving machine with 4 colour weft insertion – Torsion bar picking mechanism – working of cam beat – up. Mention the quality of Zulzer woven cloth – Give brief note on warp and weft preparation for shuttle less weaving. Rapier shuttle less weaving – various classifications of Rapier shuttle less looms – merits, demerits and limitations of Rapier looms – various stages of weft insertion in rapier looms – picking mechanism in a flexible rapier loom (Rack and pinion type). Features of different types of selvedges used in shuttle less weavingAuxiliary Motions: Side weft fork and centre weft fork motions – working of side weft fork motion with sketch – working of centre fork motion with sketch – timing and setting of side weft fork motion – objects and types of warp stop motions – working of a mechanical warp stop motion used in ‘Northrop’ looms – working of a mechanical warp stop motion used in ‘Sakamoto’ looms with neat sketch – working of electrical warp stop motion with neat sketch – objects and types of warp protector motions – working of loose reed motion – the working of fast reed motion – the objects of brake motions – the working of brake motion – the objects and general description of brake motions – the objects and general description of check strap – the objects and general description of Temples – timing and setting of auxiliary motionBasic Mechanisms of Looms: Basic mechanisms in power loom. Importance of Primary motions – principles of Shedding – Differentiate positive and negative shedding – Tappet Shedding – Dobby Shedding - Jacquard Shedding – Different types of Sheds – General function and working of Plain Tappet Shedding mechanism – Early shedding and late shedding – Setting of tappet Shedding – picking – Positive picking and negative picking – working of Cone Over Pick motion – working of Under Pick motions – Method of Altering Picking Force and Setting of Picking band – Timing and Setting of Cone Over Pick – Discuss the beating operation – Illustrate and explain the working of beating mechanism – Calculate the eccentricity of the SleyCalculations: Calculate the production and efficiency of power looms – Evaluate the times required for the exhaustion of a weavers beam – Evaluate the time required for the exhaustion of a pirn, cone etc – Estimate the number of pirns required for the loom in a given time – Estimate the number of pirns / cones required to produce a particular quantity of fabric – Compute the number of pirn winders required to feed a given number of looms – Estimate the number of warping machines required to feed the given number of looms – prepare a chart showing the standard loom speeds for various widths of plain and automatic looms – Find out the quantity of warp and weft required to weave a particular fabric. Find out the cost of different types of fabricsComputer Aided Textile Designing: Step by Step commands to produce a Jacquard design fabric simulation – analysis of a Jacquard design fabric and to produce fabric simulation in different colour combinations – take graph print outs as per the requirements of loom and design creation – step by step commands to produce stripe and cross over designs – step by step commands to produce check designs – analysis of a dobby design fabric to produce the fabric simulation in different colour combinations – calculation sheet for a fabric with costing and printouts of dobby fabric – simulation and design details – step by step commands to produce a printed design and its colour separations – step by step commands to make a texture mapping on various objects and models with new designs created in other software – create yarn using computer software – create a yarn library using different count and quality – automatic creation of draft and peg plan from weaves – use of menu driven softwareDobby Shedding: Various classification of dobby shedding mechanisms – working of Keighley dobby and its limitations – timing and setting of Keighley dobby – advantages of double jack dobby over single jack dobby – working of Climax dobby – method of pegging of lags for L.H and R.H. dobbies – use of Cross Border dobby – working of Cross border dobby – working of Ruti Cam dobby – working of Knowles positive open shed dobby – functions of heald levelling device and steadying mechanism in dobbyGeneral Study of Technical Textiles: Classify Non-apparel textiles – Identify the fields of application of Technical textiles – scope of application of Technical Textiles – Industrial Textiles like Tyre fabrics, Filter fabrics, Conveyor fabrics, Tarpaulins and protective coverings, Bullet proof fabrics, Fire Proof Fabrics, Agriculture fabrics, Shoe fabrics, Parachute fabrics – Study of Geo Textiles – Application of Geo Textiles – Medical Textiles, Medical Fabrics, Surgical DressingsJacquard Shedding: Advantages of Jacquard shedding – basic principle of Jacquard shedding – various classifications of Jacquards like – Single lift Jacquards, Double lift Jacquards, Single Cylinder Jacquards, Double Cylinder Jacquards, Cross border Jacquards – working of Single Lift Jacquards – working of Double Lift Single Cylinder Jacquard – working of Double Lift Double Cylinder Jacquard – working of Cross Border Jacquard – harness mounting like London and Norwich systems – harness ties and various types of harness ties like straight tie, centre tie, mixed tie – terms like count of comber board, First hook and First needle of the Jacquard – construction and development of Jacquard designs – working of Piano card cutting machine – card punching and card lacing – use of special Jacquards and the working of Pressure HarnessJet Weaving: Features of Air Jet looms – The passage of warp yarn on Maxbo Air Jet loom. Air Jet nozzle for weft insertion in air jet looms – functions weft insertion elements used in air jet looms – various stages of weft insertion on Maxbo air jet looms. Basic features of water Jet looms – 4 stages of weft insertion in water jet loom – working of weft supply system on water jet looms – the pump, throttle valve and water jet nozzle – merits, demerits and limitations of water jet looms. Comparison charts of popular shuttleless loomsKnitted Structure: Definition of Knitting – Classification of Knitting – Compare woven and knitted structures – compare the process of knitting and weaving – Define the term – courses – wales – Gauge – face loop – back loop – loop length – texture – Single Jersey – Double Jersey – various knitting elements – Latch needle – Bearded Needle – Compound Needle – Sinker – Cams – Knitting action of various types of needles – study the functions of Sinker and raiser cams – Define knitted structures – Define Knit stitch – Miss stitch – Tuck stitch – Define – (1 X 1 Rib) – (1 X 1 Inter Lock) – the properties of Plain, Rib, InterLockManufacture of Non-wovens: Definition of non-wovens – classification of Non-wovens – stages involved in the production of Non-woven fabrics – comparison between woven and non-woven fabrics – Field of application of Non-woven fabrics – Basic requirements of fibres used for the – manufacture of non-woven – Methods of web-formation – card web – Different methods of web – Reinforcement – Need of binding & strengthening of fiber webs – various methods of Fibre bonding like – mechanical bonding – chemical bonding – thermal bonding – importance of needle punching machine for fibre bonding – study of needling loom – study of various methods of chemical bonding – study of various methods of thermal bonding – prepare a chart showing the important properties of woven and non-woven fabrics – discuss the limitations of non-woven fabricsMultiple Box Looms, Terry Motions and Automatic Looms: Introduction to weft patterning – type of box motions – use of multiple box looms – classification of multiple boxes – Drop boxes Vs Circular boxes – Skip Vs Nonskip – Pick at will / Pick and Pick. Working of Eccle’s Drop box motion – study of card saving mechanism – Arrangement of pattern cards for various picking patterns – study of various positions of stud and pin when different boxes are in line with the slay race – Timing and setting. Working of non-Skip type circular box motion. Object and classification of Terry motions – working of Dug dale’s Terry motion – working of Holden’s Terry motion. Features of automatic looms – classification of automatic looms – advantages of automatic looms – compare automatic and non-automatic looms. Working of midget weft feeler mechanism – Timing and setting – Features of two prong electrical feeler and photo electric feeler. Working of automatic weft replenishment motion with respect to cop changing looms – Timing and settings. Shuttle protector – functions and uses. Different types of Thread cutters and their uses. Features of shuttle changing looms . Compare shuttle changers and cop changersProcess Control in Weaving and Machine Balancing: Different types of headless and reeds – Selection of proper reed and heald – Effect reed parameters on weavability of yarn – Control of productivity in loom shed – control of loom speed – Control of efficiency variable – Staggering of heald – improving production by snap reading – Control of waste in winding, warping, sizing, drawing – in and loom shed – Control of fabric defects – Selection of accessories – Care of accessories – Shuttles, pickers, picking bands, healds, Reeds etc. – Balancing machinery in spinning and weaving – Balancing of machinery for different capacity of spindles – Balancing machineries from winding to loom shed for 100, 200, 400, 600 loom capacities – Essential factors in textile costing – process cost per Kg of finished yarn – Process cost particulars from blow room to spinning – Cost / meter of finished fabric – Determination of Ex-mill cost of one meter of fabricProcess Control in Weaving Preparatory: Process control in winding – optimizing quality in winding preparation – control of quality of knot – production of good packages – Detailed study of stitches on cones, patterning, soft nose or base, wild yarn, snarls etc. – Cleaning efficiency, knot factor and quality factor – Effect of unwinding tension and minimizing end breaks in warping, control of tension level, conditions of beam flanges, stop motions, break – driving drum - importance of length measuring motion, control of density of beams – Choice of size, scope of size pick up through controlling sizing condition – control of yarn stretch – control of moisture in sized yarns, quality of sized beams, Density, broken ends, missing ends, crossed ends, sticky ends – defective selvedges. Formation of ridges on beams – Minimizing stoppages due to mechanical failures – Improving the build of pirn – Improving productivity in winding warping sizing and pirn windingsSecondary Motions: Take up motions – 7-wheel take up motion – continuous and intermittent take up motion – working of continuous type take up motion – Calculations related to take up motions – Let off motions – working of a negative let off motion – working of positive let off motionsWarp & Weft Knitting: Machine – Passage of yarn through flat knitting machine – Features of warp knitting – Different types of knitting elements – Knitting actions of Rachel Warp knitting machine – the knitting actions of Tricot warp knitting machine – compare Rachel and Tricot Knitting machine – Define weft knitting – Application of weft knitted fabrics – weft knitted structures like Plain, Rib and Inter Lock – passage of Yarn through single Jersey weft knittingWarp Winding and Weft Winding: Objects of Warp Winding – working of Warp Winding Machines – Weft Winding Machines – Drum Winding and precision winding – Warp Winding Machine – Creel – types of tensioners – Slub catchers – Broken thread stop motion – Full package stop motion - ribbon breakers – package arm holders – traversing mechanism – features of Disc and Gate type tensioners – working of Electronic Yarn clearers – advantages of Electronic yarn clearers over ordinary slub catchers –Angle of wind – wind ratio – Roto Coner – Auto Coner – types of knots – splicing – defects in winding – causes & remedies – weft winding – objects – Bunching mechanism – Layer locking device – Pirn diameter control – Schweiter high-speed automatic pirn winder – defects in pirns, their causes and remediesWarping Sizing and Drawing: Objects of warping – beam warping and sectional warping – Ruti high speed warper – functions of various components of a warping machine – creel – Thread stop motion – length measuring motion – Head stock – Expanding Comb - doffing motion – Brake Motion – Driving Drum – Tensioners – defects in warp beams, their causes and remedies – sectional warping machine – limitations of sectional warping – objectives of sizing – ingredients used in the size paste and their functions – multi cylinder sizing machine – functions of the various controls in a modern sizing machine like – Temperature, size level, stretch, moisture, viscosity – size recipe for coarse, medium and fine cotton yarns – defects in sized beams – precautions to be taken for sizing synthetics and blends – improved fibre lay – after waxing – Healds and Reeds – objectives of drawing – in and denting – selection of suitable healds and reeds for different fabricsYard Count and Production Calculation: The different methods of Yarn Numbering Systems – English, French, Metric, Denier, Tex – direct and indirect systems of yarn numbering - equations for calculating equivalent count – resultant count of folded yarn with and without contraction – beam count – average count – heald and reed count – speed, production and efficiency of warp winding machines, weft winding machines, warping machines – ends per section and the number of sections required per set – sized yarn weight, un-sized yarn weight and size percentage – production, speed and efficiency of sizing machinesClassification of Garments, Patterning and Grading: Classify garments for men, women and children – selection of fabrics for various garments – Theory of Human Anatomy – measurements and importance of measurements – body measurements for children, ladies and gents garments – importance of paper patterns – types of paper patterns – Importance and principles of pattern drafting – pattern grading – study of pattern making for various types of top and bottom garments – Grading of various components of garments – Study of marker planning – draft pattern for gents shirts – draft pattern for ladies skirtsCompound Structures: General features of Bedford cord fabrics – Construction of plain face Bedford cord, Twill face Bedford cord, Wadded Bedford cord and develop their drafts – Functions of cutting ends, face ends and wadding ends – Features of Pique fabrics – Differentiate pique fabrics and Bedford cord fabrics – Functions of cutting, face, wadding and back picks – Construction of various types of pique fabrics, Plain one shuttle of pique, Coarse cut pique, Fine cut pique, Wadded pique, Backed pique – System of Drafting and Denting applicable to above weaves – Additional attachments required in a loom to weave Bedford cord and Pique fabrics – Importance of Double, Open Double width, Treble, Tubular and Interchanging double cloth – Construct Double cloth, Double width cloth, Tubular, Treble, Interchanging Double cloth – Importance of extra warp and extra weft figuring in ornamentation of fabrics – importance of All over figuring, Stripe figuring and Spot figuring – Features of Toilet Quilt fabrics – Construct examples for 2 pick, and 3 pick Toilet QuiltFashion Designing and Product Development: Define design – requirement of design – structural and decorative design – application of structural and decorative design in dresses – create variety through structural and decorative design – Define harmony – aspects of harmony – Define proportion – Aspects of proportion and space relationship – Define rhythm – Define emphasis – balance in dress design – social psychology of clothing – customers requirement of clothing – Designing and quality control – Fashion garments Vs Basic garments – Concept of technological environment of production development – Importance of process and product development – product performance and importance of specifications - Balance between aesthetic, performance and price factorsFusing, Pressing and Packing: Object of fusing – Fusing – base cloth and resin coating system – Effect of temperature time and pressure in fusing – Effect of pressing and various types of pressing – machinery used for pressing – controls in pressing – material handling systems – packing materials and various types of packing – Labels and tagsPerforated Fabrics and Jacquard Designs: Perforated fabrics – uses – Construct 3 X 3, 4 X 4, 5 X 5 Mock – Leno – Draft and Denting plan – speciality of denting for Mock – leno designs – principles of cross weaving – application of Doup Healds – Differentiate Gauze and Leno – Standard diagram of the cloth structure, Drafting and lifting plan for Plain Gauze, Cellular leno, Net leno / Spider leno – various types of sheds formed in cross weaving – Plain shed, open shed and cross shed formed in cross weaving with bottom douping – Differentiate mock leno and huck – a – back and compare their draft and lifting plan – Importance and general characteristics of Jacquard designs – Steps involved in the reproduction of Jacquard design from Jacquard cloth – Steps involved in the reproduction of Jacquard design from motif designsPlain and Twill Weaves: Application of Point paper in textile Designing – count of point paper and definition – design, draft, lifting plan and denting plan – straight draft, broken draft, point draft, mixed draft – plain weave, warp rib weaves, weft rib weaves and mat weaves, modification of plain weaves – twill weaves – classification – warp faced twill – weft faced twill – Even faced twill – Steep twill – Flat twill – Left hand twill – Right hand twill – simple twill – compound twill – modification of twill weaves – satin and sateen designs – warp cork – screw and weft cork – screw designs – combined twills – figured twill – zigzag twills – diamond twills – broken twills – broken and reversed twill - drafts for the above designs – Influence of yarn twist on the prominence of twill linesSpreading, Cutting and Sewing: Objects of spreading – methods of spreading – various types of woven fabrics – types of lay – pattern lay out – Rules in pattern layout – methods for layout – layout for asymmetrical designs – Economy of fabric in placing pattern – Rules for placement of pattern if the fabric is insufficient – importance of ‘Marshden’ layout, ‘Marshden’ lay and lay length – cutting process – types of cutting machines and die cutters – tools required for clothing construction – types of stitches and classification of stitches – Seams and different types of seams – types of sewing machines – button hole, buttoning – Importance of trimmings – Selection of needles and threads for different types of garments – individual and group production systemsTowelling Fabrics: General requirements of a towelling fabric – weaves used for towelling fabrics – construction of 3-pick terry, 4-pick terry and 5-pick terry – construction of ordinary honey comb, Brighton’s honey comb – features of Huck – a – Back fabrics – Construction of Devon’s Huck – a – Back, 10 X 10 Huck – a – Back, Honey comb Huck – a – Back weaves, Reversible Huck – a – Back weaves – Drafts applicable to the above designs – Features of pile fabric – Classification – construction of Velvet, Velveteen – True warp pile, Two pick to a wire, Three pick to a wire, Fast true warp pile, Half the pile over each wire – Differentiate warp pile and weft pile structures – importance of cutting and finishing in the production of weft piles – velveteen – Classification of velveteen – Construct Plain back, Twill back, corded, Corded velveteen with twill as ground weaves – Features of crepe weaves – Different systems of constructing crepe weaves – By adding marks to satin weaves, Combining plain threads with a floating weave, Inserting one weave over another, Reversing a small repeat, Chemical treatments used to impart crepe effects – Principle of seer sucker fabricsBast Fibres: Features of bast fibres – Jute and Linen, Climate, soil condition and cultivation of linen, extraction of linen, rippling, retting – chemical, water and dew retting, breaking, scotching, hackling, advantages and disadvantages of each retting process, chemical combination and microscopic appearance of linen, physical and chemical properties of linen, cultivation of jute, extraction of jute fibre from the plant, chemical and physical properties of Jute, Composition of juteBleaching & Mercerising: Objects of bleaching – Types of bleaching agents – Bleaching with hypochlorites – Comparison of sodium hypochlorite in terms of their properties, chemical behaviour and application. Preparation of hydrogen peroxide – properties and chemical behaviour of hydrogen peroxide – Strength of hydrogen peroxide in volume & percentage – Bleaching with hydrogen peroxide (Batch process) – definition and principle of mercerizing – changes in the dimension of cotton by mercerizing – parameters affecting mercerisation, concentration of NaOH, pH, Temperature and TimeBlending and Processing of Man-made Fibres: Two methods of Blending – Blow room blending and draw frame blending – advantages and disadvantages. Texturisation – objects – types of texturized yarns – stretch yarn – Modified stretch yarn – Bulk yarn – Texturization methods – False twist texturization – Stuffer Box crimping – Knife edge crimping – Air texturizing – Knit – De-knit texturizing – Gear crimping – Knife edge crimping – texturizing machines – advantages – uses of texturised yarn. Changes in spinning line while processing man-made fibres – Blow Room – Card – Draw frame –Simplex – Ring frame. Size recipe for – Polyester filament yarn – Polyester / Viscose – Polyester / Cotton, control of static charges and humidityChemistry of Wetting & Preparation of Cotton for Dyeing: Definition of surface tension and contact angle – Relationship of surface tension and contact angle with wetting of textile materials – important surface active agents – manufacture of Washing Soap & Detergents – Sequence of operations in wet processing cotton textiles – Singeing – objects – principle – methods – hot plate, roller, Gas singeing machines – De-sizing – objects – principle – methods – Rot steeping – Acid steeping, Enzymatic de-sizing, Scouring – objects and importance – principle and mechanism – Definition and types of KiersCotton: Introduction to cotton fibre – cotton producing countries, Botanical classification of cotton, Types of commercial cottons and their properties, organic cotton & Bt cotton, hybrid Indian cotton and their properties, soil conditions, climate, cultivation, harvesting and picking of cotton, structure of cotton, longitudinal and cross sectional views, chemical composition, physical chemical propertiesDyeing of Blend and Dyeing Machineries: Method of Dyeing – Dyeing of polyester – cotton blends with – Disperse and vat dyes – Disperse and reactive dyes – dyeing of polyester – viscose blends with – disperse and vat dyes – disperse and reactive dyes – dyeing of polyester – wool blends with disperse and acid dyes – dyeing machinery – loose cotton dyeing machines – yarn package dyeing machines – cop dyeing machine – cheese dyeing machine – beam warp dyeing machine – fabric dyeing machines – jigger dyeing machine – winch dyeing machine – padding mangles – HPHT jet dyeing machines – HTHP jigger – HTHP beam dyeing – Thermosol processDyeing of Cotton and Viscose using Water Insoluble Dyes and Natural Indigo: Dyeing with Sulphur, Vat, Solubilised vat, Natural Indigo, Oxidized colours, Mineral and Naphthol coloursDyeing of Wool, Silk & Man-made Fibres: Various dyes used for protein fibres – preparation of wool and silk for dyeing – Dyeing of wool with – Acid dyes – Basic dyes – Reactive Dyes – Dyeing of silk with – Acid dyes – Basic dyes – Reactive dyes – Methods of dyeing of man-made fibres – Dyeing of man-made material – polyester with disperse dyes – Acrylic with basic dyesFinishing: Water mangles – Three and Six bowl mangles – Hydro extraction – Roller and centrifuge type – drying machines – blanket drying & Buti hot air drying machines – Damping machines – Brush and spray – objects of stentering – description of pin & clip stenter – Hot air stenter – Starch finishing – objects – various ingredients. Calendaring – objects – different types of calendars – Beetling – Sanforizing – objects – principle and mechanism of compressive shrinkage – pre-shrinkage process – Sanforizing machines – Anti-crease finish – objects – types of anti-crease finishes – water repellent & water proof finishes – study of mildew, moth and rot proof finishes Flame retardant finishesImportance of drawing or stretching – advantages – draw ratio – Filament ratio – stretch ratio – cold drawing – hot drawing – Draw twist machine – Importance of Staple fiberIntroduction to Dyeing, Dyes and Dyeing of Cotton, Viscose, Silk and Wool using Soluble Dyes: Classification of colouring matters – general terms used in dyeing, Fastness, Liquor ratio & Dye bath – General mechanism of dyeing, physical, chemical & Solvent theories of dyeing – fastness properties of dyed materials. Method of application of Direct Dyes and Reactive Dyes on Cotton & Viscose, Basic colours on Cotton & Silk, Acid colours on WoolIntroduction to Fully Synthetic Fibres: Polyamides – Nylon 66, Nylon 6 - Polyester Terylene, Dacron – Poly olefin, Poly ethylene and polypropylene – Poly acrylonitrile, acrylic mod acrylic – poly vinyl alcohol – poly urethane fiber spandex – aramid fibres nomex & Kevlar – definition of monomers, polymers, polymerization, degree of polymerization – classification of polymerization – condensation polymerization, addition polymerization and co-polymerization – their examples with equations – Random, Alternative, Block co-polymers – Linear, branched, and cross linked polymers. Principles of spinning and methods of – melt spinning, wet spinning, dry spinning, advantages, disadvantages and suitabilityIntroduction to Textile Fibres: Definitions of textile fibre, spun yarn, filament yarn, monofilament, texturised yarn, single yarn, ply yarn etc – classification of textile fibres on the basis of origin and chemical nature with examples, general properties of textile fibre, essential properties, desirable propertiesPolyesters and Polyamides: Chemistry of polyamide fibres – Nylon 66 – Nylon 6 – Manufacture of nylon 66 – raw materials – polymerization – spinning – drawing – with equation – properties of Nylon 66 – microscopic appearance – physical and chemical properties. Production of Nylon 6 – production of Caprolactum – condensation polymerization – melt spinning – stretching – properties – microscopic appearance – physical and chemical properties. Introduction to PET fibre. Different types – Terylene – Dacron – Manufacture of Terylene – Production of Ethylene glycol and DMT – Polymerization – Melt spinning – Hot drawing – Filament and staple fiber – Properties – Microscopic appearance – Physical and chemical propertiesRecently Developed Synthetic Fibres: Names of recently developed synthetic fibre, poly ethylene, poly propylene, Acrylic fibre, PVA Fibre, Poly Urethane Fibre, Nomex fibre, Kevlar fibre. Method of manufacturing HDPE – Raw material – Polymerization with Ziengler type catalyst – Melt spinning and Drawing – Properties, differentiate LDPE & HDPE. Polypropylene – Three different types of Polymers, Manufacture – raw material, Polymerization, Melt spinning and drawing – Properties and appearance of Polypropylene. Differentiate acrylic and Modacrylic – production of Orlon Fibre – Vinyl cyanide – continuous polymerization – Wet spinning and dry spinning – stretching – properties and appearance of Acrylic fiber. PVA fibre – Manufacture – Raw materials – polymerization – saponification – wet and dry spinning – drawing – properties of PVA. Polyurethane Fiber – Manufacture and properties of “Spandex”. Aramid, Nomex, and Kevlar fibresRegenerated Fibres: Different types of Rayons, manufacture of viscose rayon, polynosic and properties, physical and chemical properties of viscose rayon, uses of viscose rayon, various steps involved in manufacture of acetate rayon, physical and chemical properties of acetate rayon, uses of acetate rayon, microscopical appearance of viscose and acetate rayon, cuprammonium and Nitro rayon, Lyocell, Modal, FR viscose & Bamboo fibreSilk: Varieties of silk, silk producing countries, Sericulture – Pre-cocoon operations, Life cycle of silk worm, various stages involved in production of raw silk from cocoons, reeling, throwing and doubling of silk, structure of silk filaments and microscopic appearances, chemical composition of silk, degumming and weighting of silk, physical and chemical properties of silkTextile Printing: Differentiate between dyeing & printing – ingredients used in printing & preparation of print paste – preparation of cloth for printing – after treatments given to printed fabrics – differentiate between methods of printing & styles of printing. Different methods of printing – block printing – stencil printing – screen printing – automatic flat bed screen printing – rotary screen printing – roller printing – transfer printing. Basic concepts of following styles of printing – direct, discharge, resist and dyed styles – Batik style and dyes used for batik style – tie-dyeing – Foam printing – flock printing – Damask printing – Kalamkari printingWool: Varieties of wool, types & grades, shearing of wool, composition and structure of wool, chlorination, carbonisation, scouring and felting of wool, physical and chemical properties of woolElements of Statistics, Humidity and Moisture: Definition of Textile Testing – Definition of quality assurance – objects of Textile Testing – Importance of statistics – Definition of statistics – Quality control and Quality assurance – selection of Sample for testing - population and individual in statistics – classification and tabulation of data – frequency table – graphical representation of frequency distribution – types of frequency curves – measures of central Tendency – Measures of Dispersion – Humidity – expressions of humidity – measurement of Humidity of the atmosphere – standard atmospheric condition, standard atmosphere and standard testing atmosphere – expression of moisture in a textile material – standard moisture regain of important textile fibres – Estimation of standard regain of a blend – Moisture Hysteresis – Estimation of Moisture content and regain of Textile materialsErrection of Textile Machineries: The importance of levelling & methods of levelling – Instruments used in levelling – Erect various textile machineries – Erection tools and equipments – Measure the vibration of textile machineries – Dampers – functions – Balancing – typesFabric Testing: Fabric properties and characteristics –Dimensional properties of Fabric – Threads density – Fabric weight – Count of the yarn used for fabric manufacture – Determination of cover factor – Warp cover factor, Weft cover factor and Cloth cover factor – Crimp in yarn – Crimp percentage and crimp amplitude – Shirley yarn crimp tester – Definition of pill and causes of pill formation – ICI Pill box tester – Fabric strength – Determination of Fabric tensile strength by tester working on CRT principle – Elmendorf Tearing strength tester – Hydraulic bursting strength tester – Fabric abrasion resistance – Types of abrasions – Martindale abrasion tester – Fabric stiffness – Bending length, flexural rigidity and bending modulus – Cantilever principle – Shirley stiffness tester – Drape and drape co-efficient – Determination of drape by Drape meter – Crease property – Crease resistance and Crease recovery – Shirley crease recovery tester – Define air permeability – air permeability, air resistance and air porosity –Shirley air permeability tester – water permeability and water repellency – Bundesmann water permeability testerFibre Testing: Properties of Textile fibres – Importance of fibre length – fibre length parameters – Determination of fibre length parameters by different instruments – Importance of fibre fineness – Relationship between air flow and fibre fineness – Determination of fibre fineness – Importance of fibre strength – Different strength technologies – Stress-strain curve for different – Elastic property – Estimation of fibre strength – Importance of fibre maturity – List the different methods of determination of fibre maturity – Estimation of fibre maturity by Caustic soda swelling method – Importance of FQI and its relation to lea CSP – Features of Advanced Fibre Information System (AFIS) – Features of High Volume Instrument (HVI) – Cleaning efficiency, Lint, Trash and invisible loss – Estimation of trash content in cotton by Shirley trash analyzerIntroduction to Maintenance of Workshop Machinery: List the types of maintenance and application – State new methods introduced in textile machinery maintenance –The duties and responsibilities of maintenance supervisor – Introduce work order procedure, store control – State the importance of work – study techniques – purpose and working of various types of fundamental workshop machineries – Calliper, micrometer, Feeler gauge, Dial gauge, Height & depth gauge –Express the principle of annealing, normalizing, hardening, tempering, carburizing & case hardening – State different types of bearings and functions – State the objects of lubricants, various types of lubricants – various characteristics of lubricantsMaintenance of Textile Machineries: The maintenance schedules for different spinning machineries – overhauling maintenance schedules of spinning machineries – Identify the defects due to improper maintenance – maintenance schedule during strike and lay-off periods. Introduce safety precautions & maintenance of safety equipments in textile mill. The maintenance schedule for different preparatory sections – The maintenance schedule for loom shed – Overhauling schedule of machineries in preparatory and weaving department – The defects due to improper maintenance. The maintenance schedule for dyeing & processing machineriesYarn Testing: Properties and characteristics of yarn – Importance of yarn count – Determination of yarn count – The importance of Yarn twist – Definition of twist, S twist, Z twist, twist on twist, weft on twist – Relationship between yarn count & TPI – Different methods of twist determination – Estimation of twist in yarn by – Importance of yarn strength – Factors affecting yarn strength – Principles of tensile strength testing – Estimation of single thread strength – lea tester – Importance of evenness of the yarn – terms in evenness – Methods of determination of evenness – Yarn appearance grading by ASTM standard boards – Uster evenness tester, spectrograph and imperfection indicator – Classification of basic classimat faults – Uster classimat – yarn hairiness – Determination of yarn hairinessAdvanced Yarn Manufacturing: Advanced yarn manufacturing systems – open end Rotor spinning – principle of Rotor spinning – feed part – opening roller – rotor – rotor grooves – effect of rotor speed on yarn quality – relation between rotor speed, rotor diameter and yarn draw off tension – Navel – doff tube – Take-up roller – Traverse guide – Winding head – vacuum in spin box – advantages of open end spinning over ring spinning – limitations of open end spinning – Friction spinning – DREF-I friction spinner – DREF – II friction spinner – Air jet spinning – Siro spinningBlow Room & Calculations: Contaminants in Cotton fibre – Opening and cleaning – cleaning efficiency, trash content – classification of Blow Room lines, Minor and Major cleaning points – Hopper blender and Hopper feeder – Shirley opener – ERM cleaner – Axi-flow cleaner – 2 Bladed and 3 bladed beater – Krischners beater – Scutching – Single process scutcher – cages, Shirley wheel, Lap forming unit, lap – measuring motion, auto Doffing mechanism – piano feed regulating mechanism, reserve bin & photo cell arrangement – Two way distributor, dust filter bags, dust trunks, pneumatic delivery boxes, magnetic traps – lap defects – their causes and remedies – modern blow room line and chute feeding system – beater speed, cleaning efficiency of beater, cleaning efficiency of blow room – Hank of lap, production, draft and efficiency of blow roomCalculations: Main draft, break draft, main draft constant, break draft constant, hank of silver in drawing frame – production and efficiency, draft, hank of lap, production and efficiency in silver lap machine. Production, efficiency and draft in comber – break draft, main draft, break draft constant, main draft – constant and hank of roving of simplex – production & efficiency of simplexCalculations: Ring frame – draft, twist and production calculation – Angle of yarn pull – Traveller speed – production and efficiency of rotor spinning – draft in rotor spinning – production and efficiency of Ring doubler – production and efficiency of Two for One twisterCarding: Objects of Carding – principle of stripping and carding – passage of material in a revolving flat carding machine – functions of each part of carding machine – setting of flats – H&B flexible bends – Heal and Toe arrangement – Philipson’s brush – types of waste in carding & percentage – defects in carding and remedial measures – Tandem carding – stripping and Grinding of cards – Traverse grinder – vacuum stripper – fibre hooks – Leading & Tailing hooks – Setting on quality and waste extractionCotton Selection and Mixing: Ginning – Gins for different cottons – FQI – Lea CSP of yarn – mixing plans for coarse, medium and fine counts – Methods of mixing – Mixing bale opener – Multi mixer – Auto mixer – Aero mixer – BlendomatDoubling and Fancy Yarn: Types of doubled yarn – Twist and twist direction effects – methods of doubling – styles of doubling – types of doubling machine – preparatory process for doubling – Ring doubler – stop motions – two for one twister [ TFO ] – Function of various parts for Two for one twister – advantages of Two for one twister – Three for one Twister – Advantages of three for one twister over two for one twister – Manufacture of Sewing threads – Manufacture of tyre cord – Fancy doubling – fancy yarn – Reeling – yarn conditioning – plain reel and cross reel – types of reeling – bundling and balingDraw Frames & Lap Formers and Comber: Draw frame process – principle of roller drafting – passage of material through a modern draw frame – principle of roller setting – roller weighting – electrical and electronic stop motions – auto levellers – top & bottom rollers – roller cleaning devices – polar drafting system – Platts pressure bar systems – defects in silver – their causes and remedies. Silver lap machine – objects – L.R. silver lap machine – Ribbon lap machine – Objects – Super lap machine – Objects of combing – passage of material through a comber – Nasmith comber – Half lap – Nipper – Top comb – Feed roller – Detaching roller – waste percentage – modern developments in combing – combing defects – causes and remedies – post comb drawingIntroduction and Process Control in Mixing & Spinning Preparation: Objects of process control – Key variables for the process control in spinning – Norms – Establishment of norms. Productivity – Factors influencing it – Minimizing cost of production. Control of mixing, quality and cost – instrumental evaluation of cotton – control of mixing quality and cost – stimulations control of mixing quality and cost – linear programming for cotton mixing – the application of linear programming in a Mill – The control of yarn realization – Records for estimating yarn realization and waste – Norms for yarn realization. Control waste in cleaning in blow room and carding – determination of trash content and cleaning efficiency – norms for waste and cleaning efficiency in blow rooms and cards – assessing the performance of a blow room – locating and improving machines with substandard performance – optimizing cleaning at cards – control of comber waste – optimum level of comber waste – norms for improving mean length in combing – The need for routine check of comber waste – procedure of control of comber waste – control of silver evenness – control of stretch at fly frames – assessment and control of variability in blow room and draw frames – control of selective humidity – scope and means for increasing machine productivity in preparatory sectionModern Developments in Carding & Calculations: Features of LR C 1/3 Card – Developments in Feed part and Licker – in region – Cylinder region – condensing region and Web doffing mechanism, Coiler mechanism – India roll – Cross roll – Auto levellers – closed loop & Open loop auto levellers – Shirley pressure point system – Automatic waste extracting system – Automatic doffing – Automatic stop motions in cards – calculation of Speed, Draft and Draft constant, production and efficiency in Card – Lap exhausting time, Can fill time in CardModern Developments in Ring Spinning: Developments in drafting region – advantages – SKF – PK 225 – INA-V drafting system – Developments in twisting region – traversing thread guide and balloon control rings – advantages and limitation – special finishes to rings – special finishes to travellers – S-twist and Z-twist – traveller number – running in period of ring frame – energy saving spindle – variable speed spinning – auto doffing mechanism – long length frames – compact spinning – Elite compact spinning – advantages of compact spun yarns – super high drafting systemProcess Control in Spinning: Measurement and analysis of productivity – definitions of indices of productivity – analysis of short fall in productivity – productivity and profitability – means to improve productivity – maximizing machine efficiency in ring spinning – controlling the end breakage in ring spinning – improving mechanical conditions in ring frame – renovation at ring frame to reduce end breaks – control of yarn quality, count, strength and their variability – assessing process capability for count control – reducing within bobbin count variation – reducing between bobbin count variation – routine control of count – control of variability in lea strength – meeting the requirement of yarn strength – Factors affecting yarn strength – norms for yarn strength – control of yarn quality – unevenness and imperfections – measurement of unevenness – types of yarn irregularity – random irregularity and periodic irregularity – control of yarn irregularity – causes of yarn irregularity – yarn faults and package defectsRing Frames: Objects of ring frames – types of creels – apron drafting – SKF PK211, SKF PK 225 – LR drafting system – spacers – condenser – roller clearers – ring, traveller, spindle, ring rail and spindle rail, separator, traveller cleaner – tin roller – ‘Z’ twist and ‘S’ twist – bobbin building – yarn defects – causes and remediesSimplex: Objects of speed frame process – high drafting system – bottom rollers – top rollers, and weighting of top rollers – condensers & spacer – spindle and flyer – false twister – collor – spindle rail – bobbin rail – bobbin leading and flyer leading – T & S and Sun & planet differential motion – building motion – features of Rovematic speed frames – defects in roving – their causes and remedies
Technical
100 Marks
Law Officer
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Law Officer in Kerala State Co-operative Bank Limited.
90m
3s
#kerala-psc#law#legal#banking-sector#degree-level
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Civil Procedure Code 1908
Sec 1
Civil Procedure Code 1908 - Execution – Courts – application – mode of execution – arrest, attachment and sale – Inter pleader suit – Reference, review and revision – death, insolvency of parties – suits against minor, unsound persons, corporations, trustees, executors – suits by indigent persons – receivers.Civil Procedure Code 1908 – Jurisdiction - resjudicata – Place of suing – institution of suits – Commission – parties to suit – frame of suit – Pleadings – examination – admissions – judgment and decree - Appeals.Criminal Procedure, IPC and Law of Evidence - Proclamation and attachment (CrPC Ss. 82-86) – Procedure for attachment and forfeiture of property (CrPC Ss. 105 A to 105 L) – Plea Bargaining (CrPC Ss. 265 A – 265 L). Offences against Property ( IPC Ss. 378 – 489E) – Admission (IE Act Ss. 17 – 23) - Documentary evidence and presumptions (IE Act Ss.61 – 90 A) – Burden of proof – exclusion of oral evidence by documentary evidence (IE Act Ss.91 – 100)The Banking Regulation Act, 1949, Banking and Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 - Business of Banking Companies – Control over management – Winding up – Kinds of accounts – Garnishee order –Lien – negotiable instruments – statutory control of banking in India – Powers of Reserve Bank – arbitration agreement – power to refer parties – appointment of arbitrators – grounds for challenge – procedure – jurisdiction – conduct of arbitral proceedings – award.The Limitation Act, 1963 and Kerala Civil Rules of Practice - limitation of suits, appeals and applications - computation of period of limitation – extension of period – disability – computation of period of limitation – form of proceedings – process- trial of suits – commission – receiver – special procedure in case of minors, disabled, partnership, partition – proceedings in execution – arrest, detention, attachment, sale, delivery of property – payment and satisfaction – out of court payment.The securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002 - regulation of securitisation and reconstruction of financial assets of banks and financial institutions - enforcement of security interest - central registry - registration by secured creditors and other creditors - offences and penalties.Transfer of Property Act – Doctrine of election – estoppel – ostensible owner – limited owner – lis pendens – part performance – sale of immovable property – mortgage – lease - exchange – gift –Actionable claims.
Salient features of the Constitution
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Emergency Provisions.Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.Executive – Legislature – Judiciary – Both at Union and State Level – Other Constitutional Authorities. Centre-State Relations – Legislative – Administrative and Financial. Services under the Union and the StatesFundamental Rights – Directive Principles of State Policy – Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles – Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution – Preamble – Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.
General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala
Sec 3
Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etcSNDP Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and others.Kodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakkoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and othersMalayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AI-Ameen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etcIntroduction to English education - various missionary organisations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories.printing press etc.Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and othersAmendment Provisions of the Constitution.Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.Emergency Provisions.Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities.Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution.Services under the Union and the States.Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc.
Technical
100 Marks
SYSTEM ANALYST ||| PROGRAMMER ||| SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
The Kerala PSC conducts examinations for the posts of System Analyst, Programmer, and System Administrator, requiring candidates to hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Master's degree in Computer Application.
90m
8s
#kerala-psc#computer-science#programming#system-administration#degree-level
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Database Management System
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Aggregate functionsConcurrency ControlE-R ModelJoined RelationsKeysNested Sub queriesNormalization – 1NF to 5NFstored proceduresTransaction- ACID propertiestriggersViews
Client Server Architectures and Web Programming
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AJAX and SignalRclient side scripting-java script and VB scriptHTML & XMLServer Side Scripting-php, JSP and ASP.NET programming for creating dynamic web pages using database, forms and sessionStyle SheetsTwo and three-tier client server architecturesweb servers
Object Oriented Programming through C++/Java
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applet architectureapplet display methods and repaintingByte codesclassesClasses, and dynamic memory allocationconstructors and destructorsData AbstractionEncapsulationexception handling and File processinggeneric classesGUI classesInheritanceinterface observerInternet classesJava appletsJava featuresJava I/O, classesmultithreading support classesPolymorphismstackstream tokenizerThe Applet classvectorwrapper classes
Software Engineering
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automated, process support - software requirementsbehavior modelscontext modelscritical systems specifications - critical system developmentdata modelsdesign and implementationdesign evolutionevolutionfeasibility studies - elicitation and analysis - validation - managementlife cycle modelsobject modelsobject-oriented designreal-time software designsoftware testingSRSsystem engineering processSystem modelingsystem modelsvalidation
Digital Electronics, Computer Organization and Operating System
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Backup and restoreBourne shell programming for Linuxcontrol logicMemory organization and cache coherenceprocessor addressing and bus organizationProcessor input/output and DMARegisters and micro operationsVon-Neumann architecture of computersBoolean expressionscombinational logic designK-mapssynchronous sequential system designTTL and CMOS logic families8086 architectureAddressing modesdata transfer scheme and interfacesCPU schedulingDeadlocksdisk schedulingfile systemsMemory managementProcess, threads and their synchronizationclock synchronization and task schedulingSystem initialization, booting and handling user accounts
Discrete Mathematics, Probability and Statistics
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Binary RelationsCompound StatementsBaye’s theoremConditional probabilityUnion, Intersection and Compliment of eventsLinear correlation coefficientLinear regressionLogical ArgumentsMathematical InductionMultiple correlation and Multiple regressionNon Linear regressionOperations on SetsPartial OrdersEvents and probabilitySample spacesSetsThe Algebra of PropositionsThe Principle of Inclusion-ExclusionTheory of sampling and populationTruth Tables
Computer networks and Programming
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characteristics of physical mediaDNSEmail protocolsfunctions and protocols of different layersintroduction to 802.3, 802.4, 802.5, 802.11 LAN technologyIP protocol including routing and congestion controlKerberoskey management in symmetric and asymmetric encryptionmedium access protocolsmultiplexingSymmetric and asymmetric encryption including DES, AES, IDEA, RSA algorithmsTCP and UDPTCP/IP & OSI/ISO reference modelsviruses and trusted systemsHTTPSRemote Method Invocation (RMI)Secure Sockets (SSL)Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP)Sockets Programming: TCP Programming (TELNET, HTTP)SSHTLSUDDI, and Web ServicesUDP Sockets: TFTP, DNS
Data Structures and Programming in C
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AVL treesBinary treesGraphs- shortest pathsHashingLinked Listminimum spanning treesPriority QueuesQueueSorting algorithmsStackTree traversalArraysControl statementsFile HandlingFunctionsOperators and expressionsPointers and dynamic memory managementStorage typesStringsStructures
Technical
100 Marks
Drilling Assistant
Kerala Public Service Commission invited applications for the post of Drilling Assistant in the Ground Water Department.
120m
17s
#kerala-psc#drilling#ground-water#automotive-mechanic#technical
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Final Drive & Drive Shafts
Sec 1
All-wheel drive layoutBasic layouts Front-wheel drive layoutdifferentialsFour-wheel drive layoutFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive shaftsFront-wheel final drivesHydraulic system & controlsControl valvesOrificesRegulating or flow control valvesSpool valvesLine pressure variationModulator valve pressureThe primary regulating valvePropeller shaftRear-wheel drive layoutBasic valve actionRegulator & control valvesShift& governor valves
Clutches & Manual Transmissions
Sec 2
Automated Manual Transmission (AMT)BearingsCompound gear trainsGear ratiosGear selectionGear shift mechanismGearbox layoutsGearbox operationMulti-plate clutchesOil seals & gasketsOperating mechanismsPressure plateSingle-plate clutchesSynchromesh unitThrow-out bearingTransaxleTransaxle designs
Intake & exhaust systems
Sec 3
Back-pressureCatalytic convertersCeramic coatingsDescription & function of air compressorDescription and function of Air cleanersDescription and function of Exhaust manifoldDescription of Diesel induction & Exhaust systemsDescription of Intake manifolds and materialDifferent type air cleanerElectronic mufflersExhaust pipeexhausterExtractorsFlexible connectionsIntercoolersabsorptiveCombinationReactiveSuper chargerturbo chargervariable turbo charger mechanism
Basic electricity
Sec 4
Description of Chemical effectsLead acid batteriesCapacitors and its applicationsCapacitors in series and parallelConductors & insulatorsElectricity principlesEnergyFuses & circuit breakersLength vs. resistanceOhm's lawParallel circuits and Series-parallel circuitsPowerResistorResistors in Series circuitsVoltmeter, ammeter, Ohmmeter Mulitmeter
Braking Systems
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BleedingBrake fluidBrake light switchBrake linesBrake padBrake pedalAir brakesElectric brakesEngine brakesExhaust brakesParking brakesprinciplesDivided systemsDrum & disc brakesDrum brake systemBack plateBrake linings & shoesWheel cylindersElectro hydraulic braking (EHB)Hydraulic brake boosterHydraulic pressure & forceMaster cylinderPark brake systemPower booster or brake unitPrinciples of brakingRegenerative brakingTandem master cylinder
Need for Cooling systems
Sec 6
Boiling point & pressureCoolant hosesCooling fansCooling system thermostatDifferent type of cooling systemsHeat transfer methodRadiatorRadiator pressure capRecovery systemTemperature indicatorsThermo-switchVehicle coolant properties and recommended change of intervalWater pump
Diesel Engine Components
Sec 7
camshaftimportance of Cam lobesTiming belts & chainsTiming belts & tensionersChain sprocketschain tensioner etc.importance of big- end split obliquelyMaterials used for connecting rods big end & main bearingspiston pins and locking methods of piston pinsCrank case & oil pumpCrank-shaft balancingCylinder block constructionDifferent type of Cylinder sleeves (liner)Description & function of connecting rodDescription & functions of different types of pistonsDescription and Constructional feature of Cylinder headDescription and function of Crank shaftDescription and Function of Engine ValvesDescription and function of the fly wheel and vibration damperDescription of Camshafts & drivesDescription of Cylinder blockEffect on size of Intake & exhaust passagesbearing failure & its causescare & maintenanceclassification and locationmaterials used & composition of bearing materialsShell bearing and their advantagesspecial bearings material for diesel engine applicationconcept of Variable valve timingimportance of Valve rotationImportance of Valve seatsmaterialssize of Intake valvesType of valve operating mechanismValve stem oil sealsValve trainsValve- timing diagramFiring order of the enginegears timing markHead gasketsDescriptioncommon troubles and remedyCompression ratiopiston rings and piston pins and materialsUsed recommended clearances for the rings and its necessity precautions while fitting ringsType of Diesel combustion chambers
Emission Control
Sec 8
Carbon dioxideCarbon monoxideCatalytic conversionCharacteristics and Effect of HydrocarbonsClosed loopCombustionCombustion chamber designControlling air-fuel ratiosCrankcase emission controlDescription of Evaporation emission controlExhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valveHydrocarbons in exhaust gasesOxides of nitrogenSulphur content in fuels
Troubleshooting
Sec 9
Electrical causesMechanical causesEngine NoiseEngine overheatingExcessive oil consumptionHigh fuel consumptionLow Power GenerationLow/High Engine Oil Pressure
Introduction to Engine
Sec 10
Classification of IC enginesDescription of internal combustion enginesdifferentiate between 2-stroke and 4 strokePrinciple & working of 2&4-stroke diesel engine
Diesel Fuel Systems
Sec 11
Common Rail Diesel Injection (CRDI) systemCummins & Detroit Diesel injectionDescription and function of Diesel fuel injectionDescription and function of Diesel tanks &linesDiesel fuel filtersDiesel injectorsDistributor-type injection pumpElectronic Diesel control systemsfuel characteristicsGlow plugsHydraulically actuated electronically controlled unit injector (HEUI) diesel injection systemInline injection pumpLift pumpPlunger pumpPriming pumpSensors, actuators and ECU (Electronic Control Unit) used in Diesel Engineswater separator
Description of starter motor circuit
Sec 12
common troubles and remedy in starter circuitConstructional details of starter motorsolenoid switches
Suspension Systems
Sec 13
DampeningPrinciples of suspensionSuspension forceDead axleSolid axleSuspension systemsUn sprung weightWheel unit location
Introduction to Hydraulics & Pneumatics
Sec 14
Definition of Pascal lawDescription and function of air Reciprocating CompressorDescription, symbols and application in automobile of Gear pump-Internal & External, single acting, double actingFlow control valve used in automobileNon return valvePneumatic SymbolsPressure relief valveviscosity
Need for lubrication system
Sec 15
Description and function of Sumpdifferent type of Oil pump & Oil filtersFunctions of oilOil additivesOil coolerOil indicatorsOil pressure relief valveOil tankPickup tubePressure systemSplash systemSpurt holes & galleriesSynthetic oilsThe lubrication systemViscosity and its grade as per SAE
Steering Systems
Sec 16
function of Steering systemsRack-and-pinion steering systemRecirculation ball & nut steering system
Description of charging circuit operation of alternators
Sec 17
ignition warning lampregulator unittroubles and remedy in charging system
Technical
100 Marks
Specialist (Soil Science/Soil Conservation)
This is a recruitment by the Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Specialist (Soil Science/Soil Conservation) in the Kerala State Land Use Board.
120m
6s
#kerala-psc#soil-science#soil-conservation#agriculture#horticulture
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Social sciences
Sec 1
Agricultural marketing – classification and characteristics, market functionaries and marketing channels, quality control and labeling (AGMARK)Extension / agriculture development / rural development programmes launched by ICAR / Government of India; Community development – meaning, definition, concept and principles; Agricultural credit – meaning, definition, need, classification; 4Rs and 3Cs of credits; Sources of agricultural finance; Microfinancing including KCC, Lead bank scheme; Higher financing institutions – RBI, NABARD, ADB, IMF, World Bank, Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation of India; Basic guidelines for preparation of project reports – Bank norms.
Crop production technology
Sec 2
Classification of crops – agronomic, botanical, horticultural, ontogenic, special categories, etc.; Seeds and sowing, tillage and tilth, crop density and geometryCrop water requirement, irrigation – scheduling criteria and methods, quality of irrigation waterCropping pattern, cropping systems, multiple cropping systems, farming system – concept, types and systems, evaluation of cropping and farming systems, Integrated farming systems – characteristics, components and advantages; Homestead farming – features, components, advantages; Sustainable agriculture - Indicators of sustainability, conservation agriculture strategies, HEIA, LEIA, LEISA; Organic agriculture – history, concepts, objectives, green manures, cover crops, composting techniques; current status of organic farming – initiatives in India and Kerala – NPOP, Accreditation agencies – Certification agencies - NSOPCropping systems, farming systems, organic farming and sustainable agriculturePackage of practices recommendations – rice, maize, finger millet, bajra, sorghum, cowpea, green gram, black gram, groundnut, sesamum, coconut, arecanut, cashew, tea, coffee, banana, mango, pineapple, okra, amaranthus, solanaceous vegetables, cucrbitaceous vegetables, pepper, cardamom, medicinal and aromatic plantsPlant propagation – methods, propagating structures; Training and pruning; Pollination, pollinizers and pollinators; Fertilization and parthenocarpy; Plant bio-regulators in horticulture
Soil
Sec 3
Factors of soil formation, soil forming processes, weathering of rocks and minerals, transformations, soil profile, soil classification with emphasis on soil taxonomy, soil survey and its types, soil series characterization, soil survey interpretationSoil fertility parameters – essential plant nutrients – macro and micronutrients, factors affecting availability, critical limits in soil, correction of deficiencies, soil fertility evaluation, soil testing, soil health, soil quality in relation to sustainable agricultureSoil texture, mechanical analysis, textural classes; Soil structure – characterization and management; Soil aggregation, soil water, soil moisture constants
Land use planning
Sec 4
Land use planning – concepts and techniques, soil site suitability evaluation, land capability classification, land irrigability classification, approaches for managing soils and landscapes in the framework of agroecosystem, major soil groups of India and Kerala, Agroecological Zones and Units of Kerala with reference to the recent classification of NBSS&LUPSoil degradation – extent, types, problems, remediation, monitoring, reclamation of problem soilsSoil erosion – effects and factors, types, mechanisms of water erosion, principles of erosion control, wind erosion, soil conservation approaches, erosion control structures
Crop protection
Sec 5
Pest and diseases of major crops of Kerala; Methods of control – host plant resistance, cultural, mechanical, physical, legislative, biological and chemical; Integrated pest and disease management; Weed management - major weeds of Kerala, principles and methods of weed management, herbicides – types / classification, aquatic weeds and parasitic weeds and their management; Ecological engineering for the management of pests and diseases
Rainfed agriculture and watershed management
Sec 6
Rainfed agriculture – types, problems and prospects in India and Kerala, soil and climatic conditions in rainfed areas; Drought – types of drought, effect of drought on crops, crop adaptation and mitigation; Water harvesting – importance, techniques, Watershed management – concept, objectives, factors in watershed managementRemote sensing – components, sources of radiation, platforms - Application of remote sensing techniques; Geographical Information System – application – land use surveys, watershed and drought management.
Technical
100 Marks
JUNIOR INSTRUCTOR(INSTRUMENT MECHANIC)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Junior Instructor (Instrument Mechanic) under the Industrial Training Department.
90m
8s
#kerala-psc#instrument-mechanic#industrial-training#technical#engineering
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Section IV
Sec 1
Air flow piping dimensions, connections and safety factors.Bernoulli’s Principle, Effect of heat on liquids. Hydraulic fluids-Types and Properties.Humidity and its effects.Modes of heat transfer. Determination of thermal conductivity.Pneumatic principles, Primary and Secondary air treatment. Methods of treatment. Contamination of air and its removal.Principles of Hydraulics, Hydrostatic pressure, Pascal’s law, Transmission of Fluid power, Fluid flow in pipes.Types of electrodes used for PH measurement. Relation between PH and mV.Various types of Air filter regulators, features.Viscosity and Viscosity index. Definition of PH, PH Scale, Measurement of PH. PH Indicators and controllers.
Section I
Sec 2
Atom, Molecule, compound and mixtures. Physical and chemical changes. Acids Base, Salts and their properties. Molecular weight, Equivalent weight and Atomic weight. Metals and Non metals. Atomic structure, Valency, Classification of Elements.Electrical components. Conductor, Semiconductor and insulator. Standard wire gauge. Introduction to electricity. Static electricity. Current, Voltage, Potential difference. EMF, Resistance, DC and AC Circuits. Uses of multi meter. Resistor and resistivity. Definition and purpose of Soldering and De soldering. Soft soldering. Types of soldering irons. Wheatstone bridge.Elements and types of Screw threads used in instruments, Calculation of Drill Size. Types of tubes used in instrumentation. Tube cutter. Flaring tools, Swedging Tools. Pipe bending, Straightening, Thread cutting and methods of Installation.Introduction to Physics. Scalar and Vector quantities. Triangle and Parallelogram Law of forces. Newton’s Law of motion. Friction, Laws of Friction. Advantages and Disadvantages of friction. Elasticity. Hooke’s law. Types of Modulai of elasticity. Determination of Young’s Modulus. Electrolysis. Faraday’s laws of Electrolysis. Thermodynamics. First law of Thermodynamics.Ohm ’s Law and Kirchoff ’s Law. Series and Parallel circuits. Primary and Secondary cells. Construction and maintenance of batteries. Maintenance free Batteries. Switches and types. Magnet and magnetism. Magnetic properties. Electromagnetism. Faraday’s Law of Electromagnetic induction. Relays, solenoids and Circuit breakers. Their working.Safety precautions to be observed, Elementary First aid, Environmental Pollution related to the trade, Basic hand tools, Types, Classification, use and Metal cutting fundamentals. Measuring instruments, Marking tools,Fasteners and Fastening devices. Gauge blocks, Sine bar, Dial Indicators, Vernier Callipers, Micrometers, Thickness gauges.Water, Hard water and Soft water. Causes and removal of hardness. Corrosion – causes and prevention. Allotropy of Hydrogen.
Section II-B
Sec 3
Basic digital ICs – functions and applications. Basics of adders, counters and registers. Basics of A/D, D/A converter. Digital meters. Frequency meter, Phase measuring meter, Digital capacitance meter.Computer hardware- Functions and use of different computer parts. Input ,output and peripheral equipments. Different types of Printers. Modems, Data Interface, ADC and DAC.Introduction to Computer. Familiarisation of different types of soft wares and Multimedia systems.Power supply units- SMPS and UPS. Oscillators- working principle and working of different types of oscillators. Operational amplifiers- Principle, working and use of different types of Operational amplifiers.Semiconductors- Intrinsic and Extrinsic, PN Junction diode, characteristics, Applications, Special semiconductor diodes. Transistors- NPN and PNP Transistors, Biasing and applications. Introduction to FET and MOSFET. Rectifiers- Half wave and Full wave. Voltage amplifiers. Filters of different types. Voltage regulators-Zener , Shunt, Series, variable and IC regulators.
Section V
Sec 4
Basic properties of Flow. Units of flow rate and quantity of flow. Factors affecting flow rate . Types of Flow meters –Head. Variable area and Quantity area flow meters. Principles of open channel flow, weirs, notches and flumes.Various shapes and their applications. Variable area flow meter – Rotameter – Principle , construction and working. Various shapes of float, materials used for body and float. Factors affecting the Performance of rotameter. Turbine flow meter, magnetic flow meter, vortex flow meter, ultrasonic flow meter, Thermal mass flow meter, Coriolis flow meter, advantages and disadvantages.Principle of pressure in liquids and gases. Units of pressure in different systems. Definition and units of volume, density and specific gravity. Types of pressure – absolute pressure, atmospheric and vacuum pressures and their relationships. Barometers and manometers – Types and applications. Types of pressure sensing elements- Bourdon tube, Diaphragms, Capsules and Bellows. Their advantages and limitations. Pressure switches- Types and applications. Electrical pressure transducers – Potentiometric , Capacitive , Strain gauge, Piezoelectric pressure transducers. Differential pressure transducers. Types of pressure transmitters. Principle and construction of different electronic Transmitters. Pressure safety valves. Pressure switches. Classification of Transmitters.Scope and necessity of Instrumentation. Fundamentals of measurement systems. Calibration and calibration standards. Basic and secondary standards, working standards. Units of various physical quantities. Instrument characteristics – Static and Dynamic characteristics. Types of errors in Instruments.Stress and Strain management. Principle, working and application of strain gauges. Load cells, LVDT, RVDT. Advantages and disadvantages.
Section VI
Sec 5
Conductivity and capacitance method for measuring liquid level, Level Indicators, capacitance Probes, zero and span adjustments. Sonic level detectors,Converters – Principle, construction and operation of I to P and P to I Converters.Electrical method – Thermistor, Thermocouples, RTD. Principle, construction, Working, advantages and disadvantages. Temperature Indicators. Non contact method – definition, effects of emittance, temperature, radiated energy, wavelength. Types- Optical and radiation pyrometers. Applications, Limitations.Level measurement – Types of level measurement – solid and liquid, mechanical and electrical type, surface sensing gauges, storage tank gauges, sight glasses, magnetic gauges, displacement gauges, level switches. Pressure head instruments, Air purge systems, liquid purge systems, Force balance diaphragm system.Recorders – Principle, construction and working. Installation and use of Pneumatic and electronic recorders. Strip chart, circular chart and paperless RecordersTemperature measurement – Temperature, heat, specific heat, change of physical State, Different scales of Temperature, Industrial application of temperature measuring instruments with compensatory link and precautions to be taken. Liquid expansion type, solid expansion type, Gas expansion type thermometers.Various methods used for solid level measurement such as using weight, Ultrasonic method, using capacitance probe etc.
Section 7
Sec 6
Controllers – Analog and Digital, Open loop, Closed loop, Feed back control System,Directional control valves. Classification and uses.Final control elements in process loops, Actuators, control valves, Types of control valves- Global valve, cage valve, butterfly valve, ball valve, Sliding valve, diaphragm valve, split body valve, capacitive and inductive type of valves, Proximity, IR, Micro, limit switches. solenoid valve.Modes of control system – ON-OFF Control system, its operation and function. Advantages and disadvantages. Cascade ratio control system. Control wiring Diagrams.Piping and fitting, Air flow, Piping dimensions, safety factors, Piping Connections, metallic and non metallic tubing’s used in instrumentation.Principles of Electronic and Pneumatic controllers. Control lag, Step and Frequency response. Other various types ofControllers.Proportional, Integral and Derivative action, Proportional, PI and PID Controllers, Principle, construction and operation.
Section II-A
Sec 7
Electrical measuring instruments. Absolute and Secondary Instruments. Essentials of Electrical measuring instruments. Types of controlling ,damping, And Defecting torques. Characteristics of Electrical measuring instruments. Principle and working of PMMC Meter. Converting galvanometer in to Ammeter and Voltmeter. Range extension of Voltmeter and Ammeter. Meter resistance and FSD Identification.Inductors and inductance. Various types. Factors affecting Inductance. Types of Induction. Inductors in series and parallel. Capacitance. Types of capacitors. Unit. Factors affecting capacitance. Charge and energy stored in capacitors. Capacitors in series and parallel. RC Time constant. AC Impedance. Inductive reactance. Capacitive reactance. Resonance in RLC Circuits. AC and DC Generators. Construction and working. EMF equation. Lenz’s Law, Flemings Left and Right hand Rules. AC and DC motors. Different types of motors.Moving iron meter – construction and working. Different types. Construction and Working of Moving iron meter Advantages and disadvantages. Electrodynamo meter - construction and working. Different types. Construction and Working of Moving iron meter Advantages and disadvantages Induction type meters - construction and working. Different types. Energy meters Ampere hour meter, Power factor meter. Phase sequence Indicator,Ohm meter – construction and working. Different types. Construction and Working of megger. Advantages and disadvantage of Ohmmeters. MI Instruments- working principle, construction and working. Advantages and disadvantages.Transformers- Principle and different types. Transformer ratio. Current, Instrument, Potential Transformers
Section VIII
Sec 8
Field bus, Features, architecture, working. Work station, Human Machine Interface. Field bus interfacing modules. Gateway, Network manager, Field bus devices. Remote transmission panel, Ethernet Electronic Description Language. Device Description. Field bus power supply and its functions.Fundamentals of SCADA and DCS, History of DCS development. Basic Architecture, Advantages and disadvantages. Applications.Introduction to Digital and Multi drop communication protocol. Features, advantages and disadvantages.Introduction to Programmable controllers – Characteristics, limitations, method of developing these controllers. Types of PLC input and output devices. Difference between DCS and PLC.Smart devices – HART Transmitters, Application and advantages. Calibration of Hart devices, Analog and digital controllers, advantages and disadvantages.Terminology, RTU, Central monitoring station, Types of communication. Master and Slave controllers. Field instruments and types.
Technical
100 Marks
JUNIOR INSTRUCTOR (PUMP OPERATOR CUM MECHANIC)
This is a recruitment by the Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) for the post of Junior Instructor (Pump Operator Cum Mechanic) in the Industrial Training Department.
90m
1s
#kerala-psc#junior-instructor#pump-operator#mechanic#industrial-training
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Mechanical Engineering
Sec 1
Pumps and its Mechanism
Technical
100 Marks
Workshop Attender (Architectural Assistant)
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for Workshop Attender (Architectural Assistant) in the Industrial Training Department. This is a special recruitment for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe candidates only.
120m
8s
#kerala-psc#architectural-assistant#workshop-attender#engineering-drawing#civil-engineering
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Workshop science and calculation
Sec 1
Algebra – simple equation, problems involving tradeApplication of fractions and decimals to trade problemsCalculation on volume and weight of simple solid bodiesProblems related to triangles, rectangles, square, circle, regular polygons etcRatio and proportion units – different system and conversionTrigonometrical rations, functions – applied problems, height and distanceUnits of mass, force, weight and simple problems
Doors, Windows, Arches, Lintels, Stairs, Timber and Carpentry Joints
Sec 2
Types of arches (flat arch, semi circular arch, segmental arch) Technical terms Classification of archesDetails of Paneled door, flush door, batten and ledged door. Types of doors. Size of doors Door frame.Hard wood and soft wood Defects in timber Characteristics of common Indian timber (Sal, deodar, teak, chir, kail, neem).Materials used for construction Lintels Purpose and types (wooden lintels, brick lintel, stone lintel, reinforced concrete lintel, steel lintel).Technical terms used Materials used for different types of stairs Planning and design of a stair Details of construction of various stairs. Classification of timber joints.Classification of windows.Size of window. Basement window, louvered window, ventilator and its details.
Engineering Drawing and AUTOCAD
Sec 3
Initial sketches/preliminary drawings in CADConstruction of plain geometrical figures (lines, angles, triangles, rhombus,quadrilaterals, polygons, ellipse, parabola, hyperbola etc)LetteringProjection of solids in Inclined positions (pyramid, prism, cylinder, cone, sphere, cube) Isometric projection of different objects, combination of objects including furniture etc version of orthographic projection to isometric projection and vice versaProjection of solids in simple positions (pyramid, prism, cylinder, cone, sphere, cube)
Water supply system, Sanitation and drainage, Mechanical services, Rain water harvesting, Estimation, Bending moment and shear force, Theory of RCC beams / slabs, Design of beams and columns
Sec 4
Types of beams – cantilevers, simply supported and overhanging beams Types of loads – concentrated, U.D.L and uniformly increasing loads Calculation of B.M and S.F for simply supported, cantilever and overhanging beams subjected to concentrate and UDL only.Property of bonds, minimum length of embedment of bars Bond length anchorage as per IS specification.Design of beams and columns.Introduction Standard methods of calculating quantities – centre line method, in to in – out to out method Types of estimate Performa’s used in estimate Abstract cost Material statement Unit of measurement.HVAC – window unit, split unit, duct able unit, chilled beam system Lifts and escalators Firefighting servicesExcavation Footings Super structure Concrete works (lintel, beam, column, slab) Roofing – flat roof Flooring Doors and windows Plastering and painting.Purpose, advantages, system set up and various process.Specifications – importance, objectives Rate analysis of items (concrete, brick work, wood work, plastering, flooring) including rates of Labour and materials, sundries, contractors profit etc as per standards.System of sewerage – one pipe system, two pipe system, single stack system, anti synphonage pipe Types of traps Sanitary fitting – WV, urinals, sinks, WCs Septic tank and storm water drainage Sewage treatment – primary treatment, secondary treatment.Simple bending assumptions. Flexible strength of aq single reinforced RCC beam Neutral axis Concept of balanced section, under reinforced section, over reinforced section Shear strength of single reinforced RCC beams Assumptions made in single reinforced RCC beams.Average water consumption for various building Water distribution in a domestic building, sanitation Terms used in Public Health Engineering.
MASONRY
Sec 5
Definition, composition, types, properties and usesCharacteristics of good brickClassification of stone masonryDefinition, proportions, properties and uses, Grades (M20, M15, M35 etc.)Definition, classification, properties and uses of brickEnglish and Flemish bond- for half brick thick and one brick thick wallDefinition, classification, properties and uses of limeDefinition, function, types, uses and proportion of mortarDefinition, uses and classificationSizes of brickStone masonry Coarsed and uncoarsed rubble and random rubble masonry Ashlar chamfered masonryDefinition and usesTechnical terms Principles of stone masonryTools and equipment used in Brick masonry
Surveying and Levelling
Sec 6
Testing of chain, direct ranging, indirect ranging, degree of accuracy.Prismatic compass, surveyors compass, advantages and disadvantagesIntroduction in levelling Types of levelling and levelling staff Terms used in levelling Booking and reduction levels.General, instrument used, advantages and disadvantages, orientation, methods used.Components used in total survey station Advantages of total survey station Electronic notebook.
Floors& Flooring roof & roof coverings, Color wheel, Color schemes and Paints
Sec 7
Definition of color Qualities of color Color wheel Properties of color Methods of pencil use Pencil gradesTypes and its laying process (terrazzo, concrete, granite, marble, tiles, rubber, wooden)Components of floor Ground and basement floorPaint – types, characteristics and procedurePolishing – types, characteristics and procedure (lacquer, melamine, deco, French polish, poly urethane polish)Pitched roof , flat roof, lean to roof Materials used for roofing like asbestos sheet, terracotta tiles, AC sheets, corrugated sheets etc
FOUNDATION AND DPC
Sec 8
Sources of dampness Effects of dampness Method of prevention of dampness in building Periodic repair and care for prevention Anti termite treatmentFoundation Purpose, causes of failure of foundation, bearing capacity of soils, dead load, live loadTypes of foundation (pile, raft, spread, mat, column, retaining wall)
Technical
100 Marks
TRAINING INSTRUCTOR (SURVEYOR)
The Kerala PSC conducts recruitment for the post of Training Instructor (Surveyor) in the Scheduled Caste Development Department.
110m
8s
#kerala-psc#training-instructor#surveyor#civil-engineering#engineering-drawing
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Parts of Building
Sec 1
archbasementdoorsEnglish & Flemish bondsdeductionsTypesunits of measurementsfoundationlintelHeadsleadliftquantities/m3 of different itemsroofstairstone masonrywallswindows
Basic Drawings
Sec 2
function keysshort cut keys etc.various commandsgeometrical constructionInstrumentslines – lettering – dimensioningorthographic projectionscalestype and layout of drawing sheetuses
Irrigation
Sec 3
base perioddeltadutykharif-rabi croptechnical termsTypes
Building materials
Sec 4
Bricks-typescement-ingradients %steel bars-weight stone-classificationsteststimber
Road Engineering
Sec 5
cambergradientsmethods of laying simple curve.partssuper elevationtechnical terms with simple curvetypes of curveTypes of road
Surveying
Sec 6
chaining on sloping groundcross stafferror due to incorrect chainfield bookInstrumentsobstacles in chainingprinciplessurvey stations/linessymbolsusesbearings-typesconversion local attractiondeclinationdipisogonic & agonic linesmeridianPrismatic & surveyor's compasscharacteristics of contourscontour gradientcontour intervalhorizontal equivalentinterpolationmethods of locatingbooking methodscurvature & refractionDefinitionshand signalsinstrument partsleveling staff-typesmethods of levelingsensitiveness of bubbleAccessoriesmethods– radiation, intersection, resection, 3 & 2 problemsanallatic lensconstsntsequationinstrumentsystemsdefinitions & termsfundamental linesParts of theodolitechecks in traversecompass rulelatitude & departureplottingtransit rule
Volume & Area calculations
Sec 7
conversionSimpson's ruleTrapezoidal ruleUnits-Metric and non-metric
Advanced Survey Instruments
Sec 8
technical termscartographic projection-typesTechnical termsDefinitionEDMparameters measures by TSParts of TS
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Instructor (Multimedia Animation and Special Effects)
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Junior Instructor (Multimedia Animation and Special Effects) in the Industrial Training Department.
75m
7s
#kerala-psc#junior-instructor#multimedia-animation#special-effects#industrial-training
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MULTIMEDIA AND ANIMATION
Sec 1
Animation tools – Maya, Director, flashDrawing tool – colors - filtersMultimedia Harware – sound cards, video acceleraters, various memory storage devices, Display devices Media Types – Text – Hyper text, Audio and Video file formats – standards, Image – Image types – Image Compression, RLE, JPEG, MPEG – Fractal and wavelet Compressions - Image file types
COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE
Sec 2
Bus InterconnectionCache Memory Principlescomputer componentscomputer functionsControl and Status RegistersControl of the Processor – Hardwired & Micro programmed controlControl Unit OrganizationData FlowData Organization and formattingDigital Versatile DiskDisk DriveDRAM amd SRAMExternal Memory – Magnetic DiskHigh Definition Optical DisksI/O FunctionI/O Module StructureI/O Modules – Module functionInput/Output Devices – Keyboard/MonitorInstruction CycleInstruction Fetch and ExecuteInstruction PipeliningInterconnection structuresInterruptsMagnetic Read and Write MechanismMemory HierarchyMicro operations – Fetch, Indirect, Interrupt, Execute, Instruction CyclesMultiple Bus HierarchiesMultiple processor organizationOptical Memory – Compact DiskOrganisationParallel processingPhysical CharacteristicsProcessor organization – CISC & RISCProgrammed IO, Interrupt Driven IO, DMARAID – Level 0,1,2,3,4,5,6Register organizationSemiconductor Main MemoryThe Indirect CycleThe Von Neumann and Harward architecturetypes of ROMUser visible Registers
INFORMATION SECURITY
Sec 3
Computer Security : Security concepts – Security aspects in communication – Security requirementsCryptography : Symmetric encryption Algorithms – Authentication Methods – Access control – Principles, Policies, Requirements – UNIX File Access ControlIntrusion and Detection – Malicious Software – Denial of Service – Firewall Operating System Vulnerabilities : Windows OS vulnerabilities – Linux OS vulnerabilities - Countermeasures
PHOTOSHOP
Sec 4
Creation of the optimized images with roll over effects and image mapping. Special effects on images.Image editing, Photo re-touching, colourful image, collages, artistic backgrounds.
WEB PROGRAMMING
Sec 5
CSS – Java script – programming – event handling – data validation – dynamic documents – positioning elements, moving elements, element visibility, font and colour changing, dynamic contentInternet – Internet Protocol Address – Domain Names – World Wide Web – Web Browsers – Web Servers – URL – MIME – HTTP HTML – tags – attributes – table – form – frame – format tags – image tags – embedding multimedia
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY – ETHICAL AND SOCIAL ISSUES
Sec 6
E-Commerce – Types of e-commerce, B2B, B2C, C2C, P2P, M – commerce. On-line trading and Net-BankingEthical and social issues related to systems – Key Technology Trends that Raise Ethical Issues – Ethics in an information Society-Basic Concepts : Responsibility, Accountability and Liability, Ethical Analysis – Candidate Ethical Principles – Professional Codes of ConductInformation Rights : Privacy and Freedom in the Internet AgeIT in communication, Business, Governance, Medicine, Office Automation and Health Care, Education, Science, Entertainment, Engineering Manufacturing, IT Policy in the StateProperty Rights : Intellectual Property, Accountability, Liability and Control, System Quality
MS OFFICE AND INTERNET
Sec 7
MS Excel – Worksheets, Cell, Cell Range Operations, Fill Series, protecting Worksheets Functions – sum, average, if. Financial and Statistical Functions, Mathematical Functions. Database Operations Sort, Filter – Auto filter and Advanced filter. Subtotals, Table, Validation Charts – Column, Pie, XY, Line, Scatter.MS Powerpoint – Graphics and image file formats, and its restrictions to particular hardware/operating system platforms. Platform independent formats. Image formats and incorporation of compression technique for large storage size of Image files. Vector Graphics and Raster Graphics, Screen Graphics and Pixel Graphics :-formats like ai. pdf, eps, svg, svgz, psd, bmp, gif, jpg, pcx, pct, png, raw, sct, tga, tiff, vst.MS Word – Text Formatting Features – Paragraph Change Case, Font, Tabs, Drop Cap, Bullets and Numbering, Advanced Formatting Features – Boarders and Shading, Autoshape, Caption, Columns, Text Box, Footnote, Tables and Drawing Features – Insert Table, Draw Table, Formula, Sort, Forms Graphics – Word Art and Clip Art, Tools – Mail Merge, Spelling and Grammar, Thesaurus, AutocorrectWindows – Desktop, Taskbar, Start Menu, My Computer, Windows Explorer, Recycle Bin – Accessories – Calculator, Notepad, Paint, Wordpad.
Technical
100 Marks
JUNIOR INSTRUCTOR (MECHANIC CONSUMER ELECTRONIC APPLIANCES)
This is a recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Junior Instructor (Mechanic Consumer Electronic Appliances) in the Industrial Training Department.
75m
22s
#kerala-psc#junior-instructor#electronics#mechanic#consumer-electronics
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Basic Electricity
Sec 1
+ve cycle, -ve cycle,frequency and timeperiodConductors,Semiconductors & their propertiesDifferent types of electrical cables and their specificationsRMS,Peak,Peak to peak & Instantaneous valueSingle phase and Three phase supplyStandard wire guage.Terms like Line and Phase voltage/currentsVoltage , Current & Resistance
Digital Storage Oscilloscope
Sec 2
Advantages of DSOBlock diagram and application of DSOBlock diagram of Function generatorDifferentiate a CRO with DSOMajor features of DSO
Basic Electronics
Sec 3
Class C tuned amplifierClassification of amplifiers according to frequency ,mode of operation, Methods of couplingConcept of dB,dBmConfiguration of common emitter,common base,common collector transistor Their definition,characteristics and applicationsDistinguish between voltage and power amplifiersEmitter follower and its advantagesFeedback and its typesPush-pull amplifiersRC coupled amplifiersSingle stage CE amplifierTransistor biasing circuits and stabilization techniques.Transistor(CB,CE & CC) configurations ,characteristics &applications(i)Voltage gain, loading effect.IC 723 RegulatorOp-Amp RegulatorRegulated Power supply using 78XX series & 79XX seriesVoltage regulation,error correction and amplification etc(Transistorized & IC based)Differentiate a transistor with IGBTDifferentiate FET with MOSFETPower MOSFET and IGBT-their types,characteristics,switching speed Power ratings and protectionWorking of MOSFETBlock diagram and Working of Op-Amp, importance, Ideal characateristics Advantages and applications.Block diagram of 555,functional description w.r.t different configurations Of 555 such as mono stable,Astable and VCO operations for various application.Other popular Op-AmpsSchematic diagram of 741,Non inverting &inverting voltage amplifiers Summing amplifier,comparator,zero cross detector,differentiator,integrator and instrumentation amplifierCharacteristics of LASER diodesOptical sensor, opto-couplers, circuit with opto isolatorsWorking and application of LED,IR LEDs,photo diode,photo transistor and its characateristics and applicationsIntroduction to positive feedback and requisites of an oscillatorStudy of Colpitts,Hartley,crystal and RC oscillatorStudy of multivibrators and study of circuit diagramConstruction of FET, differentiate it with BJTImpedances between various terminals.Interpret the main parameters of the FET.Purpose of Gate, Drain and source terminals and voltage /current relations Between themWorking of power electronic components such as SCR,TRIAC,DIAC and UJT.Filter components and their role in reducing rippleForward and Reverse biasing of diodesPacking styles of diodesPN junctionRectifier configurations, their effecienciesWorking principles ,Specifications & Applications of Zener diode/ Varactor diode/Tunnel Diode.Application as a switchConstructionDefinitions of input impedance and output impedanceFrequency of operationJunction CapacitanceJunction temperatureNeed of biasing of Transistor junctionsSignificance of β of a transistorTransistor Power ratings & packaging stylesUse of heat sinksWorking of PNP & NPN Transistors.Diode shunt clipper circuits and clamping /limiting circuits And their applicationsSchmitt trigger circuits
Microcontroller (8051)
Sec 4
Applications of a microcontroller in domestic, consumer & industriesComparison with 8052Different variants of 8051 & their resourcesDifferentiate Microcontroller with microprocessor.Functions of different ICs used in the Micro controller kit.I/O port pin configurationInternal Hardware resources of microcontrollerIntrerfacing of memory to the microcontrollerMicro controller 8051,architecture,Pin details & the bus systemPIC ArchitectureRegister banks & their functioningSFRs & their configuration for different applicationsUtilization of on chip resources such as ADC.
Electronic Cables & Connectors
Sec 5
Audio/video connectors like XLR,RCA(Phono),6.3mm Phono,3.5/2.5mm Phono,BANTAM,SPEAKON,DIN,miniDIN,RF connectors,USB,Fire wire,SATA connectors,VGA,DVI connectors,MIDI etc.Cable signal diagram conventionsCable traysClassification of electronic cables as per the application w.r.t . insulation, Guage,current capacity,flexibility etc.Different type of connectors , Servo 0.1 connectors,FTP,RCA,BNC,HDMIDiffererent types of connectors& their termination to the cables.Ethernet 10 base cross over cables and pinout assignmentsMale/Female type DB connectorsUTP , STP and SCTP cables
Digital Electronics
Sec 6
BCD code,ASCII code and code conversionsDifference between analog and digital signalsLogic families and their comparisonLogic gates and their truth tablesLogic levels of TTL and CMOSNumber systems( Decimal,binary ,octal,Hexa decimal)Propagation delay,power dissipation and noise immunity1:4 line multiplexer/DemultiplexerBasic Binary decoder and four bit binary decodersConcept of encoder and decoderHalf Adder,Full Adder,Parallel Binary adders,2-bit and four bit full adders.Need for multiplexing of data3-bit Synchronous counters and synchronous decade countersBasics of Register, types and application of RegistersBCD to decimal decoder, BCD to 7 segment display circuitsTwo bit and three bit Asynchronous binary counters and decade counters with the timing diagramsType of countersTypes of seven segment display, BCD displayBasic flip flop applications like data storage, data transfer and frequency divisionBasic RS Flip Flop, edge triggered D flip flop, JK Flip Flop,T flip flop, Master slave flip flops and timing diagramsD-LatchS-R latch, Gated S-R latch
Surface Mount Technology
Sec 7
Advantages of SMD components over conventional lead componentsIdentification of 2,3,4 terminal SMD componentsSolder paste and machineSoldering of SM assemblies-Reflow solderingTips for selection hardware, Inspection of SMConductive adhesives,chip on board,Tape Automated bondingConstruction of Printed circuit boards (Single,Double,Multi layer)Different types of soldering guns, related to temperature and wattages, types of tipsESD control in Electronics:- Static charges,Prevention of static charges, Handling of static sensitive devices,various standards of ESDImportant tests for PCBsNon soldering interconnections: Crimping, wire wrappingRepair of damaged track & damaged padRepair of plated through holeRepair of solder maskRework of through hole and surface mount soldered jointsSolder materials and their grading,cleaning solventsSoldering and desoldering stations and their specificationsTypes of conformal coating and its removal methodsCold/Continuity check of PCBsIdentification of lose /dry solders, broken tracks on printed wiring assembliesIdentification of Programmable Gate Array (PGA) packagesSoldering /Desoldering of PGA components
Induction & Inductors
Sec 8
Behavior of inductor at low and high frequenciesInductive reactancePrinciples of inductionSelf and Mutual InductionSeries & Parallel combination, Q factorTypes of inductors,Construction,specifications and applications (Energy storage concept)
Capacitance & Capacitor
Sec 9
Capacitance & capacitive reactanceConcept of resonance and its application in RC ,RL & RLC series and parallel typesConcept of time constant of a RC circuitDielectric ConstantImpedanceSeries and parallel connections and its significanceTypes of capacitors, construction, specifications and applications
AC &DC Measurements
Sec 10
Care and maintenance of metersCharacteristics of metersErrors in metersForce necessary to work a meterImportance & Classification of metersIntroduction to electrical measuring instrumentsMC & MI meterMultimetersNeed of calibrationRange ExtensionUse of CRO,Function generator & LCR meter.Use of meters in different circuits
Consumer Electronic Equipments
Sec 11
CCTV Set up and its componentsTypes of cameras and their specifications used in CCTV systemsWorking principle of Digital Video recorders and types of DVRsBasic components of DTH system: PDA,LNBC,Satellite receiver terminal,dish installation aspects,Azimuth& Elevation settings of dish/DTH receiverBasic satellite communicationBlock diagram of set top boxCascaded in/out multi-switch ,tap and splitterHeaded amplifier,Line amplifierI/O ports,Cable modem termination systemImpedance and specificationMerits and demerits of satellite communication,applicationsMulti-dwelling unit sdesignSatellite frequency bandsSet top box featuresSoftware & Customer premises equipmentsTypes of cables used in DTH systemTypes of satellites & its orbitsBlock diagram of home theatre & workingIntroduction to Home theatre,Surround sound system, basic componentsBasic block diagram of UPS & Operation principle of rectifier,battery,inverter,static transfer switchBlock diagram of InverterConcept of UPSDifference between inverters and UPSInstallation of invertersInstallation of single phase &three phase invertersPrinciple and working of three phase inverter circuitsProtection circuits used in inverters:- Battery level,over load,over charging etc.The principle,operation,power rating and change over period of inverter.Types of UPS :-OFF line UPS,ON line UPS,Line interactive UPS & their comparisonsUPS circuit description & working of control circuits,microcontroller circuits,charging circuits,power circuits,alarms circuits & indicator circuits.UPS specification ,load power factor &types of indications and protectionsBasic principle and working of 3D TVDifference between a conventional CTV with LCD & LED TVsDifferent adjustments,general faults in RemoteControlDifferent types of interfaces like HDMI,USB,RGBetc with latest TVs.IPS Panels and their featuresPrinciple of LCD and LED TV and functions of each different sectionsTV Remote Control-Types,parts and functions,IR Code transmitter and IR code ReceiverWorking principle,operation of Remote controlDifferentiate LCD and LED ProjectorsMost frequently occurring faults in a LED projector and their remedies.Specifications of LED projectorWorking principle of LED ProjectorCables used to connect the various printers to computerComparison between impact & non impact printersPrinciple,Parts,Working of dot-matrix,inkjet & Laser Printer.Advantages & disadvantage of eachPrinter & its typesApplications of DC-DCconvertersBlock diagram of Switch Mode power supplies and their working principlesBlock diagrams and their pinoutsBuck and boost conceptConcept and block diagram of manual & automatic and servo voltage stabilizer ,o/p voltage adjustmentICs used for converting DC-DCIntroduction to DC-DC convertorsStudy electronic circuit commonly usedStudy of different types of relays used in stabilizersVarious types of chopper circuits:: step up,step down,invrerting types.Voltage cut-off systems
Cells & Batteries
Sec 12
Charging processConstruction of cells & BatteriesEfficiency, Life of cell/battery etc.Materials usedSeries/parallel connection of batteries and purpose of such connections.Specifications of cells and batteries.Types of Electrolytes used in cells and batteriesTypes of primary and secondary cellsUse of Hydrometer
Ohm’s Law & Kirchchoff’s Laws
Sec 13
Colour coding, Power ratingKVL & KCL with applicationsOhm’s law & its variablesSeries, Parallel and series-parallel circuitsTypes of resistors,their construction & specific use
Communication Electronics
Sec 14
AM,FM &PM, SSB-SC & DSB-SCBlock diagram of AM & FM transmitterDemodulation TechniquesFadingFM generation and detectionFundamentals of Antenna,various parametersNeed of modulationRadio Wave propagation-PrincipleTypes ModulationTypes of antenna & applicationConcept of multiplexing and de multiplexing of AM/FM/PAM/PPM/PWM signalsDigital modulation and demodulation techniques, sampling, quantization& Encoding(i)Types(ii)Super heterodyne receiver blocks-Principle,characteristics,advantages and disadvantages(iii)Block diagram of FM Receivers(iv)RF, IF & AF Amplifier sections(v)AM/FM RF Alignment
Computer Hardware,OS,MS Office & Networking
Sec 15
Basic blocks of a ComputerDifferent types of Printers and their workingHardware & SoftwareHDD,CDD,DVDI/O devices,Keyboard,Mouse & their workingDifference between PC &ServerInternet search engines and applicationsMedia and firewallNetwork componentsNetwork components like hub, Ethernet switch, router, NIC cards,connectorsNetwork features - Network topologiesNetwork MediasOS,NOS –features ,types etc.Physical topology of a networkProtocols-TCP/IP,UDP,FTPUTP,STP, Coaxial cablesMenu Barpage setting ,editing, formatting ,mail merging etc.Printing of documentsaving, copying, deleting, retrieving filesStandard tool barTables and bordersCreating charts, placing charts in a word fileCreating multiple worksheetsData entry and formulaeFormatting & calculationsMoving data in worksheet using tool bars and menu barsPrinting worksheetWorksheet basicsAnimation with slides etc.Basics of preparing slidesDifferent design aspects of slidesApplication of accessoriesDisplay & Sound PropertiesFile management using ExplorerFont ManagementInstallation & ProgramsScreen saverSetting & Using of control panelStarting windows & its operation
Protection Devices
Sec 16
Contactor contact currents, protection to contactors and high current applicationsFuses,Fuse ratings, types of Fuses ,Fuse BasesSingle phase ELCBsSingle/threephase MCBsTypes of contactors,contactor coils and working voltages,
Domestic Appliances
Sec 17
Parts of steam ironPrinciple of Electric IronThermostat heat controlsInsulation in Immersion HeaterParts of Immersion HeaterPrinciple of Immersion HeaterFault IdentificationHeat sinking in Induction cook topStudy different component of Induction cook topStudy of different features of the machineTypes of Induction tubesWorking Principle of Induction Cook topBlock diagram of Microwave OvenDifferent types of ovenElectrical wiring diagram of Microwave OvenMicrowave generation system – Circuit Description & working ,Working of Power supplyStudy the various functions of ovenSpeed control circuit & auto over load protectorVarious parts & functions of mixer/GrinderBlock diagram,Working principleElectronic circuit ,Power supplyMain parts of Vacuum cleanerStudy & working of motors usedStudy of the different features of the machineBasic working principle of manual,semi automatic and fully automatic machinesBlock diagramDifferent types of machines,washing techniquesSemi automatic and fully automatic machines basicStudy the working of motors,different types of timers,power supply circuitsDifferent components of water purifierMost frequently occurring faults and their remediesWorking principle of RO and UV type of water purifiers
Magnets & Relays
Sec 18
Electro magnetic relays, types ,constructionPreparations of artificial MagnetsProperties of Magnets & their materialsSignification of ElectromagnetismSpecification of relay-coil voltage and contact current capacityTypes of cores.
Fibre Optic Communication
Sec 19
Encoding of lightFiber optic joints,splicing,testing and the related equipment/measuring toolsIts advantage over other mediaOptical fibre as a transmission mediaPrecautions to be taken laying of cablesProperties of optical fiber, testing, lossesSafety aspects while handling optical cablesTypes of fiber optic cables and specifications
Electrical control Circuits
Sec 20
Fundamentals of single phase Induction motors,synchronous speed, slip,rotor frequency, torque-speed characteristicsStarters used for Induction motors
Sensors,Transducers and Applications
Sec 21
Load cell-Definition,uses,working of strain guage load cellPassive and active transducers, Role, selection and characteristicsPrinciple of operation of capacitive transducers,LVDT &inductive transducersProximity sensors:- Application,capacitive & inductive proximity sensorsSensor voltage and current formatsStrain gauges-Principle,guage factor,types of strain guagesThermistors-Salient features-operating range,composition,advantages & disadvantagesThermo couples-basic principle-commonly used combinations,operating range,advantages & disadvantagesWorking principle of RTD,PT-100 Thermocouple
Transformers
Sec 22
Losses in transformersPhase angle ,phase relations, active & reactive power, Power factor and its importance in industry.Specification of a transformerStep up, Step down and isolation transformers with applicationsWorking Principle, Construction, Types of cores used.
Technical
100 Marks
JUNIOR INSTRUCTOR (INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM MAINTENANCE)
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Junior Instructor in Information Communication Technology System Maintenance. This was a special recruitment for SC/ST category students. Selected candidates are appointed in the Police services.
120m
8s
#kerala-psc#junior-instructor#ict#system-maintenance#special-recruitment
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Modue 1
Sec 1
Advantages and Applications of ComputersConcepts of Hardware and SoftwareFunctional diagram of a computerHistory of computers, generations and Types, of computersIntroduction to Computer componentsIntroduction to the functions of an Operating SystemIntroduction to various processorsLinux CommandsPopular Operating Systems in Use
Module 8
Sec 2
Advantages of PHPControl Structures - Arrays ,FunctionsCSSForm HandlingHTML tags and attributes – table, form, frame -, format tags, and image tagsJava script – programming, event handling, data validation, dynamic documents, positioning elements, moving elements, element visibility, font and colour changing, dynamic contentPHP language elements ,Data Types, Variables ,Constants ,Operators and ExpressionsServer Side Scripting
Module 4
Sec 3
Aggregate and scalar functions in SELECT statementsConcept of Entity, attribute, tupleConcepts of Data, Information and DatabasesConstraints – NULL,DEFAULT,CHECK, PRIMARY KEY, UNIQUE, referential IntegrityCREATE TABLE commandData types in SQLFeatures of SQLINSERT, UPDATE,ALTER ,MODIFY and DELETE commandIntegrity rules and constraints in a tableOverview of popular databasesSELECT statements with WHERE, ORDER BY clauseSQL-
Modue 2
Sec 4
Architecture of 8086 Microprocessors-Bus interface unit and Execution unitBIOS settings and their modificationInterrupts of 8086Introduction to microprocessorsIntroduction to the booting processIntroduction to various types of memories and their featuresSemiconductor Main Memory – Organization –DRAM and SRAM –Types of ROMThe Memory Hierarchy - Cache Memory Principles
Module 3
Sec 5
Basic C programming ConceptsCall by value and Call by referenceCase Control Structureconditional operatorsControl Instructions in Cdecision control structuresFunction declaration and prototypesKey Words – C Instructions -Type Declaration - Arithmetic Instruction –Hierarchy of Operationslogical operatorsloop Control StructuresOne and two dimensional arraysStructuresThe C Character Set – Constants, Variables and KeywordsUsage of functions Scope rule of Functions
Module 6
Sec 6
Client Server and peer to Peer networking conceptsConcept of ISO - OSI 7 Layer ModelConcept of Proxy Server and proxy firewall serverDHCP serverIntroduction to Computer Networks, Necessity and AdvantagesIntroduction to LAN, WAN and MANLogical and Physical Addresses, Classes of NetworksNetwork Cables, Wireless networks and Blue Tooth technologyNetwork components, viz. Modem, Hub, Switch, Router, Bridge, Gateway etc.Network Security and firewall conceptsNetwork topologiesOverview of various Network protocols Viz. TCP/IP, FTP, Telnet etc.
Module 7
Sec 7
Concept of Cloud storage and Open Web ServerConcept of Internet and Cyber securityInternet - Internet Protocol Address - Domain Names - World Wide Web - Web Browsers - Web Servers and search enginesInternet security products and their advantagesIntroduction to Internet SecurityMalicious Software typesThreats and attacksURL,MIME ,HTTP
Module 5
Sec 8
Describe class objects as data membersdescribe the concepts of overloading, polymorphism and inheritanceDifferent types of InheritancesExplain base and derived classExplain classes, objects and methods, constructorsExplain Visibility controlsState the basic concepts of Object Oriented ProgrammingVirtual function
Technical
100 Marks
JUNIOR INSTRUCTOR (DRAFTSMAN CIVIL) ||| ENGINEERING ASSISTANT GRADE II
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Junior Instructor (Draftsman Civil) in the Industrial Training Department and Engineering Assistant Grade II (Special Recruitment from ST only) in the Kerala State Construction Corporation Limited.
90m
8s
#kerala-psc#civil-engineering#draftsman#junior-instructor#engineering-assistant
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QUANTITY SURVEYING (Estimating & Costing)
Sec 1
Analysis of rates – Standard Data book, Schedule of rates, Contractors profit.Compute reservoir capacity from contour map using trapezoidal rule and Prismoidal rule.Conveyance statement for different materialsDefinition, Units of MeasurementsDifferent methods of taking out quantities – Centre line method, Long wall and Short wall methodDifferent types of EstimateEarthwork computationEstimation of road workPreparation of Abstract of Estimate.
THEORY OF STRUCTURES
Sec 2
Beams and Bending – Calculation of shear force and Bending moment for Cantilever, Simply supported and Overhanging beams.Concept of Limit State DesignKnow the properties of Ingredients of concreteLimit state design for BeamsProperties of concrete.Advantages and Disadvantages of steel structures over RCC structures.Bolted and welded connectionsPlate Girder – Fundamentals, Parts and Function.Properties of structural steel.Forces and Moments, Centre of Gravity, Moment of inertia, Mechanical properties of materials, Temperature stresses, Strain Energy.
SURVEYING
Sec 3
Chain surveyingCompass surveyingGeographical Information System (GIS).Levelling – Classification of LevellingPlane Table surveyingPrinciple of ContouringPrinciples of surveying, Classification of surveying, Units of measurements, Linear and Angular measurements.Theodolite surveyingTotal station, Global Positioning System (GPS)
BUILDING PLANNING AND DRAWING
Sec 4
Classification of building and requirements of parts of Residential, Institutional and Hospital buildings as per National Building Code (NBC) and Kerala Muncipal Building Rules (KMBR).Identify the conventional signs of building materials, Understand Planning requirementsPlinth area, Floor area, Carpet area, Floor area ratio, Coverage of building, Height of building, Building line, Setback line, Head room, Mezzanine floor, Basement floor, Detached building, Row houses.
ENGINEERING GRAPHICS
Sec 5
AutoCADDrawing using CAD, CAD system components, Computer hardware and software, Elements of Drawing window, Application of CAD, System requirements.Using Grid and Snap, Editing drawings using various MODIFY commands, Adding dimensions and Text.Working with CAD, Setting limits, Drawing lines, simple shapes – Rectangle, Circle, Arc.Dimensioning – Dimension line, Extension line, Arrow heads and Leader.Drawing Standards – size of drawing sheets, Layout of drawing sheetsProjection of Points, Lines and Planes – Projection of points in different quadrant, projection of straight lines, projection of planes.Scales – Meaning of drawing to scale, Representative fraction, Reduced scale, Enlarged scale, Full size scale, Plain scale, Diagonal scale.
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND ENGINEERING
Sec 6
Brick MasonryBuilding Components – Different components of building from foundation to roof and their function.CeilingDoor and WindowsFlooringFoundationLintels and SunshadesRoofVertical Transportation – Stairs and Staircases.Classification of Masonry walls- Load bearing, Non-load bearing, retaining walls.Damp Proof Course (DPC)Plastering and PointingStone MasonryUnderstand different types of structural building materials ---Stone, Clay products, Lime, Cement, Aggregates, Mortar, Concrete, Timber & wood products, Metal- ferrous metal and non-ferrous metals.
IRRIGATION ENGINEERING
Sec 7
Fundamentals of Irrigation and Hydrology, Basic method of Irrigation, Perennial and inundation irrigation, Flow and Lift irrigation, Principal crop seasons in India ( Rabi & Kharif), Water requirements for crops, Define Duty, Delta, Base period and Crop period, Express the relation between Duty, Delta and Base period, Define Catchment, rainfall, run-off.Identify the role of IRC (Indian Road Congress) & IRC classification of roads, Major SH and NH in Kerala.Traffic Engineering- Traffic Control Devices – Traffic signs, Traffic signals and Road markings, Different types of Traffic signs – Mandatory, Cautionary and Informatory signs.Storage and diversion headworks, Dams- rigid and non-rigid dams, Types of Earth dams.Types of rain gauges, Methods of estimating average rainfall over a catchment.
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Sec 8
Definition of terms – Sewage, refuse, garbage, sullage etc.Drainage and Sanitation in building: - Sanitary fittings – traps, water closets, flushing cisterns, urinals.Water supply engineering, Sources of Water, Conveyance of water, Purification of water, Sampling and Testing of water- physical, Chemical and Bacteriological tests.
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Instructor (Desktop Publishing Operator)
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) for the post of Junior Instructor (Desktop Publishing Operator) in the Industrial Training Department. The exam is an online objective multiple-choice test.
90m
7s
#kerala-psc#desktop-publishing#computer-operator#technical#iti-instructor
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Quark Xpress, Output devices, Paper, Scanning
Sec 1
Anchoring items to flow with text. Grouping & locking object, Wrapping text around graphics. Using libraries, Edit colours creating custom colours creating custom colour libraries. Halftone separating & Trapping .Choosing a measurement system. Adjusting layout. Numbering pages. Rearranging pages., Continued lines & linked text chains importing text. Creating columns.Creating columns, creating style. Changing type style and alignment.Editing customizing the dictionary, Hyphenation, leading long documents. Drop caps, special characters, spell check.Importing linking and exposing a graphic and document OLE, EPS, PDF, HTML Formats.Output devices- Inkjet printer, Laser printer, Image setters. Computer to plate or computer to Cylinder.Paper- Introduction and preparation. Various paper sizes (Conventional and metric) and their uses.Various paper calculations , Page composing through Quark Xpress.Placing text file, Setting tab. Indents Leaders. Copying graphic between publications. Viewing page in appropriate format. Master pages, Master items & spreads, Table manipulations Box and line manipulations. Drawing merging & reshaping items. Web document feature. Setting up pagers, changing document setup.Publication proof corrections with appropriate proof reading marks.Rotating and moving of text block and graphics.Scanning: Principles of scanning, Types of scanners (Flatbed & Drum) and its use Resolutions, DPI, LPI, PPI, Graphic drawings inputs of pictures, sketches etc. Preparation of OCR. Use of scanner for picking up illustration, line drawings, Setting of scanner, Selection line per inch, Dots per inch , Pixel inch, Selection of highlights, middle tone and shadow are Contrast, Brightness, Saturation. Reading of colour strip and do colour correction strip and do colour correction . Making of OCR.Specifying Document setting, Creating and opening publications, use of palettes & Control , Typing & Text manipulations, positioning Resizing, Scaling and stacking typing text formatting graphics.
Adobe Page Maker, Typography
Sec 2
Basic concept: Creating and opening publication, using the tool box, working with palettes, text and graphics, starting a publication from the template, saving and closing a publication.Creating a publication setting up pages, changing document setup, using master pages.OLE , TIF IMAGE. PDF HTML formats. Printing of publication proof correction with appropriate proof reading marks.Tutorial- Positioning ruler guides, typing text, formatting graphics. Creating columns, creating styles and alignment. Rotating and moving of text block and graphics, placing text file, setting tab, indents and leaders copying graphics between publication, positioning and resizing the logo.Typography- Types(Fonts) Type sizes, Different families (style). Point system and other system. Casting off, Proof reading and its marks. House of style, Page composing through pagemaker.
Bilingual Software
Sec 3
Binding Project Work & Binding the pages in form of Book using spiral/spico binding machine. Binding techniques.Digital Printing Types of digital Printing. Uses in commercial operations. Inkjet bubble jet /thermal printer/laser printer used for small and big formats.Page composing through Regional Language Software.Printer & Publishing Installation of New Printer by printer setup. Use of Inkjet/ DeskJet/ Laser Printer for taking out copies File and Print Management Printing: Various Types of Printers and their uses. Merit & Demerits File format supported for printing i.e. EPS, PDF, TIFF etc. and also convertion in PDF.Setting of Bilingual (Hindi / Any Regional language) matter. Solid and Tabular setting with any multi script language software i.e. ileap Office / ISM publisher.
Adobe In Design , Page Make up, Costing and estimating
Sec 4
Costing and estimating: Costing and estimating of various jobs Preparations of masters/ use of masters for taking out proofs.Document and column set up for a variety of publications Identification of tools Use of rulers, guides and snap to guides .Formatting paragraphs, moving/resizing text blocks, leading adjustment etc..Graphic formats, links, resolutions Colour, colour libraries and colour separation. Bi-fold brochures and other custom layouts. Rotation tool, drop caps, page numbering and insertion of special symbols.Page formatting formatting type including styles, sizes, leading, tracking, kerning.Page Make up Principles of page make up books Copy preparation procedures Copy fitting procedures Page making through adobe In Design.Placing graphics, resizing graphics, text wrapsPrinting solutions and PPD’s and PDF’s generation.Setting up templates and style palettes. Grouping and aligning objects, multiple pasting with “step and repeat: functions .Styles and creating a custom style palette, use of templatesUsing the edit menu cutting, copying, pasting Multiple pasting, editing stories, spell checking
Corel Draw, Graphic Design
Sec 5
Creating documents for various formats using layout. Creating colour separations , working with halftone and bitmap screens. Importing and exporting files, OLE (Object Linking and Embedding)Drawing and Shaping Objects: Drawing. Moving & Shaping Object, drawing lines and curves, dimensions line.Formatting text & paragraph, hyphenating text .creating and editing blends , envelopes. creating and modifying vector and bitmap .Extrusions, creating drop shadow.Graphic Design: Principles of page design Elements of design Colour Define colour, type of colours ,impact of colours, colour wheel. Achieving of different colors through appropriate colour percentage. locking and unlocking objects.Introduction: Creating Opening drawing. Setting up the drawing page. Using the rulers. Grid. And guidelines. Viewing document.Objects, working with linked bitmap. Applying special effects to bitmap by 3D.Effects : blur effects, contour effects.Organizing Objects: Arranging & Changing the order of objects. Grouping, UngroupingPreparation of Graphics ,Creation of rough sketches, Colour Selections ,Font & ImagePrinciples of page design, Elements of page design, Colour- Define colour, type of colours impact of colours, colour wheel, Achieving of different colours through appropriate colour percentage.Printing of document/ Design.Selection of types (Fonts) for textUsing and setting layers Aligning & editing objects data. Working with pattern and texture fills. Applying and editing line, ending shapes, splitting and erasing portions of objects positioning moving stretching and rotating objectsWorking with multiple on screen colour palettes. Adding graphics symbols and specials character editingWorking with Style & Templates.
Fundamental & Basic of Computer Fundamentals
Sec 6
Desktop Publishing, Introduction, Merits and Demerits, Word processing through Ms word.Introduction & Version, Desktop & its terminology, Windows accessories, File Management Folder Concept.Introduction to computer, Hardware & Software, Computer Application, Input devices: Keyboard, mouse, OCR, OMR, MICR, Scanner etc.MS Windows and its use, File management, Folder, Maintenance wizard, setting through control panel, using essential accessories and removal, Installation of various software.Networking Concept, Word Processing, Printing Process, Document Set Up Conceptualization of Document, Desktop publishing: LAN, MAN, WAN, File & Printer sharing, Introduction & Use of Internet, Use of Internet. accessing/browsing, E-mailing Downloading Understanding & File Manipulations in various Software.Operating systems Ms Windows.Output devices Hard copy devices & Softcopy devices.Printing Process- Introduction, History of Printing and Types Comparative Analysis of Various printing process.Storage media- Magnetic Disk, Hard Disk, Floppy Disk, CD etc.Types of Software- System &Application software concepts:- Bits, Bytes, RAM, ROM, ASCII etc.Word Processing- Basics of word processing. Text selection, Opening Documents and creating, Saving, quitting, editing text(copy, delete, move, etc) Finding and replacing text. Spell check feature/ Auto correct feature. Grammar facility Auto text. Character formatting, Page formatting. Adding borders and shading, Headers and Footers, setting up multiple columns, Sorting blocks, Margin & hyphenating, document & Data source merging. Using Mail merge feature for labels and envelops, Inserting table, Graphics, pictures and text. Using templates and wizards, text wrapping, Printing documents.
Adobe Photoshop,Document Designing & Advance Features
Sec 7
Edit Image in Standard mode. Quick Mask Mode.Image Fundamentals:- Digital image pixel. Resolution. DPI, raster image/ bitmaps. Vectorimage / graphics.Mode RGB /CYMK /LAB /Grayscale. Adjust Brightness/ Contrast. Hue/ Saturations, desaturate, Replace Colours, invert, Variations, Canvas size, Rotate canvas, crop, TrimUnderstanding various Palettes: -Navigator, info, Color,Swatches Style History, Layers. Paths, Character, Paragraph, Foreground Colors. Background colors. Default colors. Switch colors.Details about Status Bar. Option Bar.Understanding Various Tools:-Marquee Rectangular/ Elliptical. Move Lasso, Polygonal l Lasso Magnetic Lasso, Magic wand. Crop Air brush, Paint brush, Pencil, Rubber Stamp, Pattern stamp, Erase, Paint bucket, Direct selection, Path component selection , Pen custom shape, eye dropper, Hand Zoom.Various Edit Commands:-Transform Preferences, Define Brush etc.Various File Format: -Bitmap, JPEG, PSD, PDD, TIFF,GIF, WMF.Various Filter Effects, Render 3DTransform, Lens Flare. Lightning Effects. Motion Blur. Radial Blur...Various Image Commands Inverse. Adjust, Extract, Liquify etc.Various Image Display:-Options Standard Screen Document Designing & AdvanceFeatures Graphic Reproduction TonalValue Tonal Gradation Continuous tone, half tone,Moiré pattern Highlight, Middle tone, Shadow areas mode. Full Screen Mode with Menu Bar, Full Screen mode.Various Layer Commands. Rearranging Layers, Lock Layers, Merge down, Merge. Visible, Flatten Image. Working with layers set.Various Select commandsVarious View Commands. Print Option Contrast and other details Photo editing Software.. Colour correction techniques.
Technical
100 Marks
Industries Extension Officer
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts the Industries Extension Officer Exam to recruit eligible candidates for the post of Industrial Extension Officer under the Government of Kerala.
75m
6s
#kerala-psc#engineering#industrial-management#degree-level
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ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 1
Generation of alternating voltages- waveforms, frequency, period. Concept of impedance, power and power factor in ac circuits-active, reactive and apparent powerKirchhoff's lawsConstruction and working principle of single phase and three phase Transformers, DC Generator and motors and AC generators and motors.Faraday's laws, lenz's laws- statically induced and dynamically induced emfs-self inductance and mutual inductance, coefficient of couplingConventional and non conventionalMMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance comparison between electric and magnetic circuitsGeneration of three phase voltages, advantages of three phase systems, star and delta connection (balanced only), relation between line and phase voltages, line and phase currents.
CIVIL ENGINEERING
Sec 2
Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations.Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates.Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick.Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses.Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections.Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area. bench markFundamental Concepts of GPS. Applications of GPS in Resource Surveys, Mapping and Navigation, Introduction to GIS, Applications of GISModern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.
COMPUTER SCIENCE ENGINEERING
Sec 3
Number systems – Binary numbers – representation of integers-representation of fractions – octal and hexadecimal representations -conversion from one system to another -representation of BCD numbers,Simple arithmetic operations.A simple model of computer with acquisition of data, storage of data, processing of data,output of processed data. Details of functional units of a computer, primary storage and secondary storage.Types of programming languages-high level language, assembly language and machine language, system software-operating systems-objectives of operating systems, compiler, assembler and interpreter (concepts only)Problem analysis –formal definition of problem – solution – breaking a problem into sub problems-overview of the solution to the sub problems by writing step by step procedure (algorithm)-representation of procedure by flowchart.
ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Sec 4
PN junction diode, Zener diode, photo diode, solar cell.8085- block diagram, assembly language programs without jump instructionsapplication of microcontrollers in industry.Loud Speaker, Amplifiers and Microphones- Various types and comparison.Resistors, Inductors, Capacitors – Types, working principle and uses.Sensors and Relays : Types and uses.Working principle of analog and digital multimeter, Function generator, UPS, GPS, GSM and GPRS, Bluetooth and Wifi.Working principle of switches- SPST, SPDT and DPDT.
BASICS OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 5
Emission standardsEnergy conversion devicesengineering materials and manufacturing processesIC enginesmachine toolspower transmission devices in auto mobilesrefrigeration and air conditioningThermodynamicsturbo machines
INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT AND INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
Sec 6
Inspection and quality controlMaterial and sales managementMethod studyPrinciples of a good wage payment systemPrinciples of ManagementProduction planning and controlProject AnalysisProject management techniquesQualitative techniques in managementQuality planning and its developments
Technical
100 Marks
Draftsman Grade II (Civil) ||| Overseer Grade II (Civil) ||| Second Grade Overseer ||| Second Grade Draftsman (Civil)
The Kerala PSC conducts recruitment for the posts of Draftsman Grade II (Civil) and Overseer Grade II (Civil) in various departments like Harbour Engineering, Local Self Government, and Irrigation. The selection process typically involves a written/OMR test and document verification.
75m
8s
#kerala-psc#civil-engineering#draftsman#overseer#degree-level
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AUTOCAD
Sec 1
Basic commandsDrawing toolbar and modifying toolbarIntroduction to AutoCADPlotting and printing
BUILDING MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION
Sec 2
Building finishes and servicesFoundation, Masonry, Roofing, FlooringPlane cement Concrete, Reinforced cement concreteStone, Brick, Tiles, Cement, Lime and filler materialsTemporary structural treatment for building constructionTimber
BUILDING DRAWING AND ESTIMATING
Sec 3
Building rules and byelawsEstimation, Rules and methods of measurements of workRate analysis and valuation
BASIC ENGINEERING DRAWING
Sec 4
Conic section and projectionDrawing instruments, equipment and materialsLettering, dimensioning and scalePlane geometrical construction
SURVEYING
Sec 5
Contouring ,Theodolite surveyConventional surveyingIntroduction and terms used in chain, compass, plane table and leveling surveyModern and advanced surveying instrumentsPrinciple of leveling, Type of leveling, Reduction of levels
APPLIED MECHANICS
Sec 6
Friction, Shear force and bending momentSimple machines:-Load and effort, Mechanical advantage, Velocity ratio, efficiencySimple stress and strainSpeed and velocityWork power and energy
UNITS AND MENSURATION
Sec 7
Measurement of Perimeter and Area of triangles Polygons and circlesUnits of measurementsVolume of Solids
HYDRAULICS AND IRRIGATION
Sec 8
Measurement of pressureProperties of fluidReservoir, dam, canals, Cross drainage workStorage and diversion head worksTerms used in IrrigationType of Hydraulic energy
Technical
100 Marks
Scientific Assistant (Polygraph)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Scientific Assistant (Polygraph) in the Kerala Police Service (Forensic Science Laboratory). The position requires a Post Graduate Degree in Psychology.
120m
15s
#kerala-psc#forensic-science#psychology#polygraph#post-graduate-level
Syllabus Explorer
Psychometry and Research Methodology
Sec 1
Achievement test: General achievement batteries, Special achievement testAptitude tests: Tests of special abilities, Differential aptitude testsBetween group designs: Two group designs,ANOVA designs, Factorial designsClassification of Psychological tests: Individual and group tests, Speed and Power tests, Verbal and Non-verbal tests, Paper and pencil tests and Performance tests, Culture free and culture fairData processing: Tabulation and coding, Statistical analysis of the data, Estimating differences among the groups: t-tests, Anova, Manova, Discriminant analysis, nonparametric methods.Different kinds of qualitative research: Action research,Case study research,Ethnography,Grounded theory, Phenomenology.Different kinds of quantitative research methods: Experimental research methods Characteristic features of experimental research methodsEstimating relationships among variables: Pearson r, Rank correlation, Multiple correlations, Factor Analyses.Ex-post-facto research: Correlational design, criterion-group designHistorical researchNon-experimental designs: Observational research,Archival research,Case study researchNorms: Meaning of norm-referencing and criterion referencing Steps in developing norms Types: age-equivalent norms, grade equivalent norms, percentile norms, standard score normsPersonality test: Interviews, observation, Situational tests, Self-reports, inventories, questionnaires, rating scales, forced choice methods, check-lists, Q-sorts, Semantic differential, sociometry, content analysis, projective techniquesPsychological Measurement: Qualitative Vs. quantitative approach in the study of behaviorPsychometric assessment by Intelligence tests: The Stanford-Binet Tests, The Wechsler ScalesQualitative Research Methods: Nature of qualitative dataQuantitative research methods: Nature of quantitative dataQuasi-Experimental research methods: Time series, equivalent time-samples, onequivalent control group designs, counterbalanced design, separate-sample pretest-posttest design, patched –up, design, longitudinal design,cross-sectional design, cohort design.Reliability: Concept, reliability estimate,types: test-re-test, parallel forms, split –half, other methods of estimating internal consistency,inter-scorer reliability, purpose of reliability co-efficientSampling and Data Processing: Different sampling techniques - Probability sampling methods,Non-probability sampling methodsScales of measurement: Nominal, Ordinal, Interval, and Ratio ScalesSmall N designs: Advantages and disadvantages of small N designs, Different kinds of small N designsTechniques to analyze qualitative data: Hermeneutics, Semiotics.Techniques to collect qualitative data: Interview,Narrative and metaphor,Observation,Focus group discussionTest Construction: Test conceptualization: Item preparation, Item analysis, Estimation of reliability, validity, and norms, Preparation of test manualTests of Creativity: Guilford, TorranceThe concept of variance: Partitioning of variance, controlling error variance through research designsValidity: Concept, types: face, content, criterion, construct, convergent, divergent, relationship between validity to reliabilityWithin group designs
Social relations
Sec 2
Aggression-culture, gender and individual difference, causes of human aggression, the frustration-aggression hypothesis, negative affect, prevention and control of aggression.Altruistic personality, interpersonal influences: perceived characteristic of the person in need, gender and helpingNeed to belong, the initial attraction, close relationships, interdependent relationships, romantic relationshipsPro-social behaviour, evolutionary and motivational factors, situational influence bystander effect, time pressure, location and helping, culture, moods, pro-social media effects, role models and social norms
Major Mental Disorders
Sec 3
Anxiety disorders, dissociative disorders, trauma – stress related, somatoform disorders,obsessive – compulsive related disorders.Neurocognitive disordersorganic mental disorders, vascular dementia, amnestic disorder, delirum, personality and behavioural disorders due to known physiological conditions, unspecified organic mental disorders.Personality disorders, sexual dysfunctions, gender dysphoria, mental and behavioural disorders due to psycho active substance use.Schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders- schizophrenia, schizo-typal, delusional, and other non-psychotic disorders,affective disorders- bipolar – depressive disorders
Social perception
Sec 4
Attribution: attribution theories, attribution biases, culture and attribution, motivational biases, Information integrationConfirmation biases: Perseverance of beliefs, confirmatory hypothesis testing, the selffulfilling prophecyPerceiving persons: Impression formation and impression managementSocial self: Sources of self-knowledge, Aspects of self-knowledge: self-schemas, self-discrepancies, Self-regulation, The selfconcept, Self-esteem, Self-presentationStereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination: Nature and origin-social categories and intergroup conflict, social identity theory, culture and social identity, culture and socialization, how stereotypes distortsperceptions and resist change, automatic stereotype activation, prejudice: origin, sources, targets and consequences, Reducing stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination, intergroup contact, intergroup friendships and extended contact
Applied Psychology
Sec 5
Behaviour Therapies: Relaxation and Systematic Desensitization – Progressive muscular relaxation, Guided – Somato Psychic relaxation, Assertive training, Modeling, Contingency Management, Response elimination and Extinction procedure, punishment and aversion procedures, applied behavior analysis.CBT, Beck cognitive Therapy, RET, Biofeedback, Stress inoculation.Emerging trends in Psychology: Sports -Personality profile of athletes – Team cohesion – Combating drug abuse in Sports PersonsEnvironmental Psychology – Psychological roots of Environmental Psychology – Climate and well being – Pollution and its effect on human being – Disaster managementForensic – Biological evidence: DNA finger printing, Brain mapping; Detection of deception; Interrogation, Polygraph, NarcoanalysisPsychology in clinical setting: Psychodynamic Psychotherapies – Supportive Psychotherapies, Crisis intervention, Hypnosis, Group TherapiesPsychology in Organizational Setting: Approaches to organizational behaviour – Training for Organizational Managers – Sensitivity training, Cultural diversity training, protection against sexual harassment training, 360 degree feedback, Mentoring, Organizational Counseling – Chronic absentees, accident prone employee, alcoholism and drug addition, indisciplined employees.Psychology in School Setting: Approaches to Behavioral Management – Reality Model, Decisive discipline, Assertive Discipline – Class room management – Dealing with problem behavior, Communication strategies, Positive behaviors support - School counseling – Therapeutic intervention - Home & School, Psychosocial implication of disabilities, Special education.Psychology of health and wellbeing: Bio-psychosocial approaches - Promotion of psychological, social and physical well being. health related beliefs and attitudes, health enhancing behavior, health compromising behaviour, Type A and Type B personalities, Psycho-neuro-immunology, Pain & its management.
Personality
Sec 6
Behavioural Perspective:Dollard & Miller,B.F.SkinnerCognitive and social cognitive perspective: Lewin’s Field theory, Kelley’sPersonal ConstructTheory,Rotter’s locus of control approach,Bandura’s SocialCognitive learning theoryDescribing Personality: Philosophical perspectives, personality research:True experiments,Quasi experi ments, Correlational studies, Case and epidemiological studies,Personality assessment: objective methods, projective methods, behavioural assessment methodsEastern Perspective:Yoga, The Bhagavad Gita, Sufism, Buddhism Jainism, TaoismHumanistic Existential Perspective: Carl Rogers Rollo May, VictorFrankl, Abraham MaslowPerspectives of personality: Biological and evolutionary perspective: Social Darwinism and Eugenics.The genetic dimension of evolution, Contributions of Darwin, Lamarck, Mendel, Evolutionary Psychology: Natural selection of psychological mechanisms, Genes and behavior, Eysenck’s Model of nervous system temperamentPsychodynamic perspective: Classical Psychoanalysis: Sigmund Freud, Neoanalytic theories:Carl Jung,Alfred Adler,Karen Horney,Eric Fromm,HarryStack Sullivan,Erik Erikson, Henry Murray’s Personology, Object relations and attachment theories: Margaret Mahler, Bowlby, Melanie Klein,Heinz Kohut, Winnicott, OttoKernberg.Trait Perspective: G.W. Allport,R. B.Cattell
Motivation and Emotion
Sec 7
Biological aspects of motivation: Instinct theory and Ethology; Homeostasis and arousal theory; Biological needs and drive reductionIntrinsic and extrinsic motivation; Level of aspiration; Social needs; Knowledge of result; Prestige suggestion; Humanistic model; Frustration aggression modelPsychological aspects of motivation: Locus of control and motivation; John Hollands theory of motivation; Psychoanalytic theory and unconscious motivation; Activation theory, Theories of Erikson, Murray, and Maslow, Motivation in behaviouristic theoryTypes of emotion, Theories of emotion (James-Lange theory, Cannon-Bard theory, Schachter-Singer theory, Cognitive mediational theory, Facial feedback theory); Stress and coping.The concept of cortical arousal and ARAS; Biological basis of motivation and emotion
Perception
Sec 8
Bottom up approach: Direct perception; Template and Prototype theory; Feature theoryNature of perception: Perceptual organization and constancies; Depth perception; Viewer, Person and Landmark centered approaches to form perceptionPhysiological basis of perceptionTop down approach and Computational theory
Learning
Sec 9
Cognitive theories of learning: Latent learning; Insight learning; Expectancy theoryLearning by association: Classical conditioning, Operant conditioning; ConnectionismNeurological basis of learning and memory.Verbal learning
Attitudes
Sec 10
Conflict:Mixed motives and social dilemmas, conflict escalation and reduction, negotiation.Conformity:Classical studies, compliance, obedience: Milgram’s research, social impact theoryGroups: fundamentals of groups, individuals in groups, social facilitation, social loafing, group performance, brain storming, group polarization, group think, escalation effectsMeasurement,formation, attitudes and behavior, persuasion by communication, persuasion by our own actions, role playing, cognitive dissonance theory, changing attitudes
Attention
Sec 11
Consciousness and attention: Preconscious processing; Controlled and Automatic processesFunctions of attention: Signal detection, Vigilance, Selective attention, Divided attention, Sustained attention and Alternating attentionModels of attention: Selection models of attention (Early filtertheory, Attenuated filtertheory, Late filter theory, Multimode theory); Capacity model (Attention resources theory, Multiple resource model).Physiological basis of attention
Intelligence and Creativity
Sec 12
Contemporary theories: Triarchic theory; Multiple intelligence theory; Emotional intelligence theory; PASS modelNature of creativity; Divergent and Convergent thinking; Little c and Big C; Stages of creative thinking; Types of Creative contributionsTraditional theories: Two factor theory (Spearman and Cattell); Multifactor theory; Hierarchical model; Primary mental abilities or Group factor theory; Structure of intellect model
Thinking
Sec 13
Decision making: Classical or rational man theory; Subjective expected utility theory; Bounded rationality; Elimination by aspects; Biases and heuristicsProblem solving: Types of problem; Approaches to problem solving; Types of heuristics, Reproductive and productive problem solving; Obstacles to problem solvingReasoning: Deductive reasoning (Conditional – Types or Propositional calculus and Errors), Syllogistic – Linear, Conditional and Errors); Inductive reasoning
Psychopathology
Sec 14
Diagnosis and classification of Mental disorders: DSM & ICD classifications. case taking practices- MSE, MMSE, clinical interview, case study, common signs and symptoms of mental disorders.Neurodevelopmental disorders: Intellectual disabilities, pervasive and specific developmental disorders, communication disorders, autism spectrum disorders, specific learning disorders, behavioural and emotional disorders with onset in childhood and adolescence.
Memory and Forgetting
Sec 15
Models of memory: Atkinson-Shiffin model, Levels of processing model, Nature of memory model, Working Memory model, PDP or connectionist modelPhysiological basis of memoryTesting memory: Components of memory tests; WMS and PGI memory testWhy we forget: Consolidation theory, Interference theory, Decay theory, Cue dependent forgetting, Displacement theory, Repression, Amnesia.
Technical
100 Marks
Curator
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Curator in the Kerala Institute for Research, Training and Development Studies of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (KIRTADS).
120m
8s
#kerala-psc#curator#kirtads#anthropology#museology
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Biological Anthropology
Sec 1
ABO Blood Group system, Rhesus Blood Group System;Human Genetics and Inheritance;Primates; Fossil Evidence and the emergence of man;Race and Racial Classification; UNESCO Statement on RaceTheories of Organic evolution, Lamarckism, Darwinism, Neo-Darwinism.
Indian Society and Culture
Sec 2
Changes in Indian Village communities due to Industrialization, Urbanization, Rural-urban continuum.Concept and definition of tribe; Distribution of tribes in India: Geographical. Linguistic and Generic classification. Transformation of tribes: Theories of transformationIndian village communities: Features, settlement patterns, solidarity. Social Mobility; Fission and fusion. Jajmani system. Caste and class theories. Varna and Jati. Purity and Pollution. Concept of Dominant caste.Peasant Societies, definition and characteristics. Conceptual tools in analysing peasant societies, Social organization of tradition.Tribes of Kerala
Development Anthropology
Sec 3
Concept of Development; Theories and approaches; Sustainable Human Development; Human Development Index;Concept of Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled area, Scheduled Caste; Backward classes and minority communities;Constitutional Safeguards for SCs and StsDevelopment Planning; Rural Development; Panchayati Raj; Land ReformsTribal Development Administration
Research Methodology
Sec 4
Controlled Comparison, Content Analysis, and Interpretation.Fieldwork tradition in Anthropology; Ethnography and EthnologyInductive and Deductive research strategies; Emic and Etic ApproachesTechniques of data collection: Interview and Observation;Techniques of data collection: Schedule and Questionnaire, Case Study, Genealogy
Theory of Culture
Sec 5
Culture and personality: Ruth Benedict and Margaret Mead; National Character Studies: Linton, Kardiner.Culture: definition, culture traits, culture complex, culture area, age areaTheories of Cultural Diffusion and Historical Particularism: Beals, Kroeber, Wissler. Cultural Materialism of Marvin Harris.Theories of Cultural Evolution. Morgan, Tylor, Steward, White, Sahlins and Service.Theory of need and institution; Functional Theory - Malinowski. Theories of Social Structure. Radcliffe Brown, Evans Pritchard, Fortes, Nadel, Leach, Levi-Strauss. Raymond Firth on social structure and organization.
Archeological Anthropology
Sec 6
Dating Methods and their relevance in Archaeology; Relative and Absolute dating;Meaning and scope of Archaeological Anthropology. Old World and New World Archaeological TraditionsMuseum Techniques; Display of Proto-historic, Pre-Historic and Ethnographic Collections; Conservation and Preservation of Museum SpecimensStone Age Industries and Stone Tool Technologies; Artefacts, Implements, Assemblage, Industry, Culture and CivilisationThree Age Systems and their corresponding Cultures
Ecological and Medical Anthropology
Sec 7
Ecology and Anthropology; Population Ecology; System Ecology; Ethno-ecologyEcology and Society: Hunters and Gatherers; Nomadic Communities; Pastoral Communities; Island communities; Fishing and Agricultural Communities; Cultural Adaptation and changeEthno Medicine; Epidemiology. Culture-Bound Psychological DisordersHealth, culture and society: Concepts of illness and disease; Community HealthMedical Pluralism in India. AYUSH, NRHM, ASHA
Socio-Cultural Anthropology
Sec 8
Economic Organisation: Subsistence system - hunting and gathering, horticulture, pastoral, agricultural. Modes of exchange: Barter, ceremonial exchange, reciprocity, distribution, market exchange.Language, Society and Culture: Socio-linguistics/Ethno-linguistics; Variations in Speech; DialectologyMeaning and Scope; its relation to other disciplines; Basic concepts: Status and Role, Social Structure and Social Organisation, Community and Society, Culture, Civilization, Institution, Group, Association.Political organization: Stateless societies and States. Patterns of leadership in simple societies. Legal and other mechanisms of social control. Religion: Magic, religion and science, totemism, myth, ritual, sacred and profane, rites of passage.Social Organisation - Marriage: Preferential and Prohibited; Incest; Marriage Regulations; Marriage payments - dowry and bride price. Family: Types and Functions. Indian Joint Family System. Kinship: Terms and Usages - Classificatory and descriptive. Avoidance and Joking relationships; Descent and descent groups. Residence.
Technical
100 Marks
DREDGER CLEANER
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Dredger Cleaner in the Irrigation Department.
120m
17s
#kerala-psc#irrigation#technical#mechanic#diesel-mechanic
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Basic electricity
Sec 1
AmmeterCapacitors and its applicationsCapacitors in series and parallelConductors & insulatorsEnergyOhm's lawPowerFuses & circuit breakersLength vs. resistanceMulitmeterOhmmeterParallel circuits and Series-parallel circuitsResistorResistors in Series circuitsVoltmeter
Clutches & Manual Transmissions
Sec 2
Automated Manual Transmission (AMT)BearingsCompound gear trainsControl valvesAll-wheel drive layoutBasic layouts Front-wheel drive layoutdifferentialsFour-wheel drive layoutFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive shaftsFront-wheel final drivesRear-wheel drive layoutGear ratiosGear selectionGear shift mechanismGearbox layoutsGearbox operationHydraulic system & controlsMulti-plate clutchesOil seals & gasketsOperating mechanismsOrificesPressure plateLine pressure variationModulator valve pressureThe primary regulating valvePropeller shaftRegulating or flow control valvesSingle-plate clutchesSpool valvesSynchromesh unitThrow-out bearingTransaxleTransaxle designsBasic valve actionRegulator & control valvesShift& governor valves
Braking Systems
Sec 3
Back plateBrake linings & shoesBrake padAir brakesElectric brakesEngine brakesExhaust brakesParking brakesprinciplesDrum & disc brakesDrum brake systemHydraulic pressure & forceBleedingBrake fluidBrake light switchBrake linesBrake pedalDivided systemsElectro hydraulic braking (EHB)Hydraulic brake boosterMaster cylinderPower booster or brake unitTandem master cylinderPrinciples of brakingRegenerative brakingWheel cylinders
Intake & exhaust systems
Sec 4
Back-pressureCatalytic convertersCeramic coatingsDescription & function of air compressorDescription and function of Air cleanersDescription and function of Exhaust manifoldDescription of Diesel induction & Exhaust systemsDescription of Intake manifolds and materialDifferent type air cleanerElectronic mufflersExhaust pipeexhausterExtractorsFlexible connectionsIntercoolersabsorptiveCombinationReactiveSuper chargerturbo chargervariable turbo charger mechanism
Batteries & cells
Sec 5
Batteries & cellsDescription of Chemical effectsLead acid batteries
Need for Cooling systems
Sec 6
Boiling point & pressureCoolant hosesCooling fansCooling system thermostatDifferent type of cooling systemsHeat transfer methodRadiatorRadiator pressure capRecovery systemTemperature indicatorsThermo-switchVehicle coolant properties and recommended change of intervalWater pump
Emission Control
Sec 7
Carbon dioxideCarbon monoxideCatalytic conversionCharacteristics and Effect of HydrocarbonsClosed loopCombustionCombustion chamber designControlling air-fuel ratiosCrankcase emission controlDescription of Evaporation emission controlExhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valveHydrocarbons in exhaust gasesOxides of nitrogenSulphur content in fuels
Troubleshooting
Sec 8
Mechanical &Electrical causesEngin NoiseEngine overheatingExcessive oil consumptionHigh fuel consumptionLow Power GenerationLow/High Engine Oil Pressure
Diesel Engine Components
Sec 9
Chain sprocketschain tensioner etc.common troubles and remedyCompression ratioCrank case & oil pumpCrank-shaft balancingCylinder block constructionDescription & function of connecting rodDescription & functions of different types of pistonsDescription & functions of piston rings and piston pins and materialsDescription and Constructional feature of Cylinder headDescription and function of camshaftDescription and function of Crank shaftconcept of Variable valve timingimportance of Valve rotationImportance of Valve seatsmaterialssize of Intake valvesType of valve operating mechanismValve stem oil sealsValve trainsValve-timing diagramDescription and function of the fly wheel and vibration damperDescription of Camshafts & drivesDescription of Cylinder blockDescription of Overhead camshaftDifferent type of Cylinder sleeves (liner)Effect on size of Intake & exhaust passagesbearing failure & its causescare & maintenanceclassification and locationmaterials used & composition of bearing materialsShell bearing and their advantagesspecial bearings material for diesel engine applicationFiring order of the enginegears timing markHead gasketsimportance of big-end split obliquelyimportance of Cam lobesMaterials used for connecting rods big end & main bearingspiston pins and locking methods of piston pinsprecautions while fitting ringsTiming belts & chainsTiming belts & tensionersType of Diesel combustion chambersUsed recommended clearances for the rings and its necessity
Introduction to Engine
Sec 10
Classification of IC enginesDescription of internal combustion enginesdifferentiate between 2-stroke and 4 strokePrinciple & working of 2&4-stroke diesel engine
Diesel Fuel Systems
Sec 11
Common Rail Diesel Injection (CRDI) systemCummins & Detroit Diesel injectionDescription and function of Diesel fuel injectionDescription and function of Diesel tanks &linesDiesel fuel filtersDiesel injectorsDistributor-type injection pumpElectronic Diesel control systemsfuel characteristicsGlow plugsHydraulically actuated electronically controlled unit injector (HEUI) diesel injection systemInline injection pumpLift pumpPlunger pumpPriming pumpSensors, actuators and ECU (Electronic Control Unit) used in Diesel Engineswater separator
Description of starter motor circuit
Sec 12
common troubles and remedy in starter circuitConstructional details of starter motor solenoid switches
Suspension Systems
Sec 13
DampeningPrinciples of suspensionSuspension forceDead axleSolid axleSuspension systemsUn sprung weightWheel unit location
Introduction to Hydraulics & Pneumatics
Sec 14
Definition of Pascal lawDescription and function of air Reciprocating Compressordouble actingInternal & Externalsingle actingFlow control valve used in automobileNon return valvePneumatic SymbolsPressure relief valveviscosity
Need for lubrication system
Sec 15
Description and function of Sumpdifferent type of Oil pump & Oil filtersFunctions of oilOil additivesOil coolerOil indicatorsOil pressure relief valveOil tankPickup tubePressure systemSplash systemSpurt holes & galleriesSynthetic oilsThe lubrication systemViscosity and its grade as per SAE
Steering Systems
Sec 16
Function of Steering systemsRack-and-pinion steering systemRecirculation ball & nut steering system
Description of charging circuit
Sec 17
troubles and remedy in charging systemOperation of alternatorsregulator unit
Technical
100 Marks
ICDS Supervisor
This exam is for the post of ICDS Supervisor in the Women and Child Development Department, recruited by the Kerala Public Service Commission.
90m
4s
#kerala-psc#women-and-child-development#social-welfare#child-development#home-science
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HOME SCIENCE
Sec 1
Food groups, cereals and cereal products, pulse and legumes, nuts and oil seeds, vegetables and fruits, milk and milk products, Meat, fish, egg and poultry, Beverages, spice and condiments - composition and nutrient value, selection of these foods and storage.Child rearing practices of parents, parental attitudes, families influence on the personality and behavior development of children.Importance of early stimulation, Discipline and guidance for children, preschool education – objectives, types, pre-school personnel, pre-school records.Responsible parenthood (acceptance, injection and over protection), Population education definition problems of over population, small family norm, family planning, sex education, STD.The neonates - Characteristics, abilities and adjustments, reflexes - agar test, neonatal care - Immunization, - Breast feeding Advantages.Communication methods, Audio visual aids - classificationCommunity development - objectives, history of community development programmes in India, Poverty alleviation programmes in India.Extension Education, definition, need principles, philosophy, difference between formal, informal and extension education.Programme development - Planning execution and evaluation.Diet in fevers, Diarrhoea, constipation, Pregnancy, Lactation, Pre-school and adolescents.Good Nutrition, Malnutrition, balanced diet, RDA, Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, vitamins and minerals— Classification, functions, Sources and deficiencies, dietary fibreMeal planning, Therapeutic nutrition, Important National and International agencies.Cardio Vascular SystemDigestive systemAmoebic dysenteryBacterial PneumoniaCholeraDiphtheriaGerman measlesLeprosymalariaMeaslesMeningitismumpspolo mellitusRabiesSyphilisVirus - AIDSfood borninfectionFood Microbiologyfood poisoningfood spoilageReproductive system
PSYCHOLOGY
Sec 2
Biological basis of behaviour-Brain and behaviour- neuron- structure of neuronsynapse- neurotransmitters-CNS- Sensory and motor processing- cortical localizationlocalization of language- localization of perception.Introduction to Psychology: Psychology-approaches to psychology: structuralism-functionalism-behaviorism-Gestalt psychology. Biological - psychoanalytic -Humanistic - Cognitive approaches-methods in psychologyobservation- case study-survey and experimental methods.Personality and Abnormal Behaviour: Approaches to personality- Major ideas of Freud's theory- assessment of personality-self report- projective measures-DSM-ICD classification-anxiety disorders-mood disorders- schizophrenia-personality disorders.Psychological Processes :Learning: classical conditioning-operant conditioningcognitive learning-observational learning-Memory: encoding-storage and retrieval process-sensory, short term and long term memories-chunking- working memorysemantic and episodic memory-explicit and implicit memory forgetting: decayinterference- repression-amnesia-mnemonics-cognitive process-Images and conceptsprototypes- language-deductive and inductive reasoning- decision making- problem solving-motivation-need, drive, incentives- biological and psychological motiveshierarchy of needs-extrinsic and intrinsic motives-intelligence-concepts of IQ.Sensation Perception and Consciousness: Sensory thresholds- subliminal perceptionscolour perception-cues-Perception of form- pattern or objects-figure and Ground-0 contour-perceptual constancies- Size-shape- orientation-brightness-lllusions-type of lllusions-ESP-states of consciousness-biological rhythms-dream and sleep-ASCmeditation.
SOCIOLOGY
Sec 3
Developmental Issues. - Poverty alleviation programmes, consumerism, rural - urban Disparities, Environmental degradation- air pollution, water pollution, solid waste Management, climatic change, problems of induced displacement- social,economic, and cultural problems of displaced people.Family - Nature, composition, characteristics, types.- Patriarchal and matriarchal family Joint family, extended family , nuclear family, merits and demerits of joint family Disintegration of joint family in India, changing role of family, modern trends.Social Problems - Domestic violence, alcoholism, dowry, dowry deaths, legislations related To dowry drug addiction, child labour, child abuse, rights of children, violence against Women , problems of elderly, social psychological and economic, social security measures Educated unemployment, and underemployment.Tools and Techniques of data collection- Primary and secondary data, observation-Participant and non participant, interview schedule, questionnaire, structured and Unstructured, open and closed questions and case study method.Women and Development. Women in governance, gender issues, empowerment of Women, participation of women in socio political activities, women in panchayat raj Institutions, role of self help groups in socio economic development of women.
SOCIAL WORK
Sec 4
Developmental Psychology (Human Behaviour in Social Environment: growth vs. development -developmental task (by Havighurst) - the biophysicalpsychological and socio-cultural changes happening during life span – Prenatal, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Puberty, Adolescence, Young Adulthood, Middle Adulthood and Old Age – HazardsDevelopmental Welfare Needs across the Life Span: Prenatal care -immunisation - breast feeding - parenting - preschool education - sex education and menstrual hygiene - prevention of substance abuse - vocational guidance – premarital counselling - career guidance and planning - retirement planning – bereavementFamily Counselling: Family as an Institution - dysfunctional families – Family Systems Theory - Enmeshment and Boundaries - Issues: separation, divorce, remarriage -Family Life Cycle: Independence, Coupling (marriage), Parenting: babies through adolescence, Launching adult children, Retirement - Family and Couple TherapyReproductive Health & Family Planning: Adolescent Sexual Health (ARSH) - Contraception: temporary and permanent methods - factors affecting fertility - Infertility -STIs & HIV/AIDS - Safe Motherhood and Responsible Parenthood - Population Pyramids -Unwanted Pregnancy & Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act.Working with Groups - Groups - Types of groups: in-groups, out groups, primary, secondary and reference - Group Dynamics: dyads and triads, competition, conflict, cooperation and cohesion, coercion, accommodation - Stages of Group Formation -Social Group Work (working with groups) - social group work process (Intake, Study, Diagnosis, Programme Development, Implementation of the programme, Evaluation)
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Instructor - Lift and Escalator Mechanic
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Junior Instructor (Lift and Escalator Mechanic) in the Industrial Training Department.
75m
3s
#kerala-psc#junior-instructor#lift-escalator-mechanic#industrial-training#technical-education
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Electrical
Sec 1
Alarming system.Auto Transformer and instrument transformers, CT &PT.Automatic levelling with change of load.Automatic levelling with main motor at various speeds.Auxiliary motor micro drive.Construction and types of DC motors, Starting and Speed control methods.Construction and working principle of Permanent magnet synchronous motorConstruction and working principle of synchronous motor.DC Generators: types, emf equation, armature reaction and commutation.Different characteristics of DC Generators.Effects of faulty power supply, i.e. single phasing, loose contact, improper voltage etc.Electrical and control parts.Indian Electricity rules pertaining to operation, construction and maintenance of Lifts and Escalators.Rheostat control and variable voltage control.Single phase AC motors: Working principle, construction, Characteristics, testing, Starting methods and applications.Single Phase Transformer: Types and Classification, specification and emf equation, turns ratio and efficiency.Single speed, double speed and logic circuit control.Size/ rating of motor applicable for lift and escalator.The floor selector type, hoist way switching devices.Three phase induction motors: Characteristics, Starting methods and applications of poly phase induction motor.Three Phase Transformer: Types& Connections.Types of limit switch and their application.Types of switches for control & power wiring.Types of Thermostats, timers and mercury switches.Various control systems of lift and their utility.Active, apparent and Reactive power.DC circuits, Single phase and polyphase circuits and related terms.Electrical Measuring Instruments; Classification, various types and uses.Fundamentals of electricity, conductors, insulators and semiconductors.Inductive and Capacitive Reactance, Impedance, power factor.Kirchhoff’s Laws.Line and phase voltage, current and power in a 3 phase circuits with balanced and unbalanced load.Ohm's Law, Laws of Resistance.Series, parallel and combination circuits.Single phase and three-phase systems.Specific Resistance.Three-phase Star and Delta connection.Wheatstone bridge: principle and its applications.Wires and cables, soldering, Types & properties of resistors.Chemical effect of electric current, electrolysis, Cells, methods of charging, Lead Acid cell, general defects and remedies.Common Electrical wiring accessories, their specifications, specification of Fire alarm, Fuses, MCB, ELCB, and MCCB.Earthing - Principle and different methods of earthing, Importance of Earthing and its rules.Electrostatics: Capacitor Different types, functions and uses.Grouping of cells for specified voltage and current.Magnetism, Classification of magnetic materials.Principle of electro-magnetism, Magnetism: Laws and terminology.
Electronics
Sec 2
Application of transistor as a switch, voltage regulator and amplifier.Principle of operation, types, characteristics and various configuration of transistor.Rectifier circuits - half wave, full wave, bridge rectifiers and filters.Semiconductor Theory-P type and N-type materials, P-N junction, classification, specifications, biasing and characteristics of diodes.Analog to Digital converterApplications of power electronic devices.Basic parameter setting in Variable Voltage Variable Frequency (VVVF) drive.Basics of stepper and servomotors.Biasing FET as amplifier and switch.Combinational circuits and its classification.Digital memory types; ROM, RAM, EPROM.Digital to analog converter, BufferFunctions of AC and DC drives.Introduction to CROLogic gates and ICsNumber system, Registers, Counters and Timers.Parameter settings of drives for lift motor operation.Size and selection of drives used in lifts and escalators.Speed control of motor by thyristor.Study of Specific control logic for lift motor operation.Terminal connections; control and power circuitTypes of electronic power devices.Types of oscillators and multivibrators.UPS, Inverter and Battery charger.Working principle of SCR, DIAC& TRIAC, GTO, UJT, FET, JFET, MOSFET, IGBT.
Mechanical
Sec 3
Cage fitting, function of isolation.Capacity of elevator; Selection of location of Lift Machine.Commissioning steps.Compensation chain, cage bulldog clip, governor tension weight and counter screen.Components of Car Operating Panel.Concept of elevator well, elevator pit, pit depth.Dead end hitch, spur gear and worm gear.Difference between Geared and Gearless machines.Disadvantage of improper lubrication.Electromagnetic brakes for lifts.Hall fixture and lantern.Importance of car top Inspection.Importance of Running clearance.Methods and types of maintenance. Preventive maintenance, running maintenance and breakdown maintenance.Overhead clearance, car bottom clearance, Common safety features of elevator, overload, fire, earth quake.Procedure of travelling cable installation.Process of fixing Machine beam and beam support.Required car area according to No. of passengers.Selection of elevator speed for various types of lift.Selection of rope, guide rail, buffers, counter weight etc.Space required for the erection of lift of different capacity.Types and procedure of fixing Guide rails, reed switch magnet.Types of Doors and procedure of installation.Types of Drum, pulleys, guiding shoes, cam, toe guard, retiring cam, limit cam and sheave used in lift.Types of elevator; passenger elevator, service elevator, freight elevator.Types of governor and pulley and types of Car gate.Types of lubricants, its properties and use in lifts.Types of Ropes, Coated steel belt.Types of scaffolding, Concept of scaffoldless installation system.Applications and proper use of; Hard hat, Safety belt, lifeline, Barricade, Cut resistance gloves, goggles, dust musk, head lamp, earplug.Basic Fabrication: fastening, temporary, semi-permanent and permanent.Common hand tools. Types, measuring tools: tape, dial gauge, scale, try square.Components of elevator; Types of elevator Capacity and speed of the Elevator.Concept of counter weight, buffer, car frame, emergency stop switch.Different types of door, landing zone, top over travel, head room, etc.Elevators, types of conveying equipment.Emergency equipment of the elevator; Emergency light, Automatic rescue device, door sensor, emergency alarm.Guide rail hoisting.Hoist way measurement, Bracket measurement & fixing.Lifting tools: chain block, hoist, pulley, shackle etc.Methods for Template setting.Moving walkways.Nomenclature of derricks used in rigging.Process of welding and brazing.Purpose &causes of failure of foundation.Automatic levelling devices.Barriers, barrier assembly and caution plates.Boarding and alighting areas, Pits and supportsComponents/ Parts of escalators.Different types of bearings used in lift.Explanation and function of Auto Rescue Device.Function of emergency cut out in trip system.Functions of various parts of governor.Gear and worm wheel used in lift and their function.Importance of recording parameters and other service records of lift.Lubrication system, Covers, Decking, trim plates, panels, etc.Moving walkways and applications.Necessity of electrical/mechanical interlocks.Procedure of getting elevator license and commissioning certificate.Selection of speed, step widths, inclination.Step parts and assemblies, Step chain parts and assemblies, Comb plate parts, Hand rails and related parts.System of levelling and alignment.Types of Escalator arrangements: parallel, multiple parallel, cross over.Types of Shaft and shaft coupling.Types of springs, function and use.Typical applications.
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Instructor (Mechanic Agriculture Machinery)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Junior Instructor (Mechanic Agriculture Machinery) in the Industrial Training Department.
120m
26s
#kerala-psc#industrial-training#agriculture-machinery#mechanic#technical
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Hand & Power Tools
Sec 1
Air impact wrench, air ratchet, wrenches- Torque wrenches, pipe wrenches, car jet washersAllen key, bench vice & CclampsCalipers-inside and outsideChisel-flat, cross-cutCleaning tools- Scraper, wire brush, Emery paperDescription, care and use of Surface plates, steel rule, measuring tape, try squareDividers, surface gauges, scriber, punches-prick punch, center punch, pin punch, hollow punch, number and letter punchHammer- ball pein, lump, malletMarking scheme, Marking material-chalk, Prussian bluePipe flaring & cutting tool, pullers-Gear and bearingPliers - Combination pliers, multi grip, long nose, flat-nose, Nippers or pincer pliers, Side cutters, Tin snips, Circlip pliers, external circlips pliersScrew drivers-blade screwdriver, Phillips screw driver, Ratchet screwdriverSockets & accessoriesSpanners- ring spanner, open end spanner & the combination spanner, universal adjustable open end spanner
Tractor equipment
Sec 2
Average life of Agriculture implementsDanger in overloading & incorrect field operationDescription and function of tractor accessories such as Draw bar, top link & Belly PulleyDescription, function of harrows, cultivators, seed drills & tractor trailerHitching of equipmentMaintenance of tractor accessoriesSetting of draw bar to correct heightUse of Hydraulic lift
Fuses & circuit breakers
Sec 3
Ballast resistorCapacitors and its applications, Capacitors in series and parallelElectrostatic effectsResistors in Series circuits , Parallel circuits and Series-parallel circuitsStripping wire insulation, cable colour codes and sizes
Occupational Safety & Health
Sec 4
Basic first aid, safety signs - for Danger, Warning, caution & personal safety messageElectrical safety tipsEnergy conservation-Definition, Energy Conservation Opportunities (ECOs)-Minor ECos and Medium ECOs, Major ECOs)Importance of Safety and general Precautions to be observed in the shopSafe disposal of toxic dust, safe handling and Periodic testing of lifting equipment, Authorization of Moving & road testing vehiclesSafe handling of Fuel Spillage, Fire extinguishers used for different types of fireSafety disposal of Used engine oil
Description of Chemical effects
Sec 5
Batteries & cells, Lead acid batteries & Stay Maintenance Free (SMF) batteriesElectrochemical energyElectromagnetic inductionHeating effectsMagnetic effectsPhoto-voltaic energyPiezo-electric energyPrimary & Secondary windingsRelays, SolenoidsThermoelectric energy, Thermisters, Thermo couplesTransformers, stator and rotor coils
Braking Systems
Sec 6
Principles of braking, Drum & disc rakes, Lever/mechanical advantage, Hydraulic pressure & force, Brake fadePark brake system, Brake pedal, Brake lines, Brake fluid, Bleeding, Master cylinder, Divided systems, Tandem master cylinder, Power booster or brake unit, Hydraulic brake booster, Applying brakes, Brake force, Brake light switchBrake type used on tractor - principles, Air brakesDisc brake system, Disc brake operation, Disc brake rotors, Disc brake pads, Disc brake calipers, Proportioning valves, Proportioning valve operation, Brake friction materialsDrum brake system, Drum brake operation, Brake linings & shoes, Backing plate, Wheel cylinders
Tractor Transmission System & Power Tiller
Sec 7
Carburation, Carburetor system components, Carburetor systems, Metering jets, Accelerating, Carburetor barrelsTypes, construction and function. Components of clutch -driver & driven plates, torsion spring, cushion springs, operating fingers, clutch shaft, Slave cylinder & oil seal. Clutch release bearing & linkagesDiesel fuel characteristics, concept of Quiet diesel technology & Clean diesel technology, Fuel feed system used in Tractor's description and layout. Diesel fuel system components, Description and function of Diesel fuel injection system, types of fuel injection pumps, type of drive, injectors- types and function. Governor and their types. Distributor-type injection pump, Glow plugs, Cummins & Detroit Diesel injection Diesel electronic control- Diesel electronic control systems (DEC), Common rail diesel injection system.Method of bleeding fuel supply systemDifferential carriers double reduction gearing, differential lock, crown wheel and pinion adjustments, function and types of power take off (PTO) mechanism. Types of front & rear axles. Common trouble and their remedies, care & maintenanceFunction, description, types and their application. Gearbox layout. Components of tractor gear box. Principle of epicyclical gear box. Necessity of torque convertor, need of 4 x 4 wheel drive / Front wheel drive, Low & high gear ratio, universal joint and propeller shaft
Primary Tillage Implements and Soil Forming Equipments
Sec 8
Adjustments, mode of operation. Trouble shooting. Care & MaintenanceFunction & working of Rotavator. Workshop adjustments. Method of hitching. Importance of weight transfer. Method of ploughing. Method of Field operation. Recommended speeds for operation of rotavators. Daily and periodical maintenanceConstructional details of levelers, scrapers/ blade terracer, ditchers and bund formers. Constructional details of Lazer leveler, trencher & dozer/dumper and post hole digger. Prime mover & driving practice. Adjustments, mode of operation. Method of Field operation. Recommended speeds for operationFunction & working of :Sub soiler/ chisel plough. Constructional detailsWorking Principles & their constructional details, adjustmentsWorking principles& Constructional details. Setting and adjustments. Hitching and mode of operation. Difference between disc harrows & drag harrow. Difference between disc harrows & disc plough. Trouble shooting. Safety precautionsWorking principles of ploughs. Constructional details. Workshop adjustments. Method of hitching. Importance of weight transfer. Considerations while using mounted and semi mounted implements. Method of ploughing. Methods of field operation. Recommended speeds for operation under different field conditions. Daily and periodical maintenance
Basic electricity
Sec 9
Conductors & insulators, Wires, Shielding, Length vs. resistanceElectricity principles, Ground connections, Ohm's law, Voltage, Current, Resistance, Power, EnergyResistor RatingsVoltmeter, ammeter, Ohmmeter Mulitmeter
Tractor Engine Basics & Engine components
Sec 10
Description & function of connecting rod :Importance of big-end split obliquely, Materials used for connecting rods big end & main bearings. Shells piston pins and locking methods of piston pins. Recommended clearances for the cylinder liners & rings. Bearing failure & its causes-care & maintenanceWater pump, function of thermostat, pressure cap, Recovery system & Thermo-switch. Function & types of RadiatorPurpose, types, Heat transfer method, effect of boiling point & pressure, coolant properties, preparation and recommended change of interval, use of antifreezerDescription of crankshaft & Camshafts :Types of their drives. Description of Overhead camshaft, importance of Cam lobes. Crankcase ventilation (PCV). Camshaft, Crank-shaft balancing, Firing order of the engine. Description and function of the fly wheel and vibration damper. Timing markDescription of Cylinder block, Cylinder block construction: Types of cylinder blocks & cylinder linersClassification of engines, Principle & working of 2&4-stroke diesel engine (Compression ignition Engine (C.I) ), Principle of Spark Ignition Engine(SI), differentiate between 2-stroke and 4 stroke, C.I engine and S.I Engine, Direct injection and Indirect injection, Brief on common rail diesel injection engine. Engine output, compression pressure, Compression ratioWorking principle & construction of cylinder heads, types of combustion chambers. Function of Engine Valves, different types, materials, Type of valve operating mechanism. Importance of Valve seats & inserts, importance of Valve movement, Valve stem, oil seals, Valve-timing diagram and concept of Variable valve timingDescription and function of Exhaust manifold, Exhaust pipe, Mufflers- Reactive, absorptive, Combination, Electronic mufflers, Catalytic converters, Backpressure, Diesel particulate filter, Exhaust Gas Recirculation(EGR)Description of Diesel induction & Exhaust systems. Description & function of air compressor, exhauster, Super charger, Intercoolers, turbo charger, variable turbo charger mechanismDescription and function of Air cleaners, Different type air cleaner, Description of Intake manifolds and materialPurposes & characteristics of oil, type of lubricants, grade as per SAE, & their application, oil additives, type of lubrication systemdifferent type of Oil pump, Oil filters & oil cooler. Probable reasons for low / high oil pressure, high oil consumption and their remediesDescription & functions of different types of pistons, piston rings and piston pins and materials. Used recommended clearances for the rings and its necessity precautions while fitting rings, common troubles and remedy
Limits, Fits & Tolerances
Sec 11
Definition of limits, fits & tolerances with examples used in auto components
Introduction to Hydraulics & Pneumatics
Sec 12
Definition of Pascal law, pressure, Force, viscosityDescription, symbols and application in automobile of Gear pump-Internal & External, single acting, double acting & Double ended cylinderDirectional control valves-2/2, 3/2, 4/2, 4/3 way valve, Pressure relief valve, Non return valve, Flow control valve used in automobileFunction of Air service unit (FRL-Filter, Regulator & Lubricator)Pneumatic Symbols, Description and function of air Reciprocating Compressor
Steering & Suspension Systems
Sec 13
Description and mechanism of foot steerage pedal as incorporated in tractorsDescription, construction and function of mechanical steering system steering wheel, steering gear box, tie-rod, arms link, ball and socket joints etc. Their movement and adjustmentDescription, working and principle of hydraulic steering system. Different parts such as pump, distributor valves, pipe line and hoses etcDevelopment of mechanical framingFunction and types of steering systemUse of Power tiller, Tractor & Bulldozer, Chassis frame of tractor
Basic electronics
Sec 14
Description of Semi conductors, Solid state devices- Diodes, Transistors, Thyristors,Uni Junction Transistors ( UJT), Metal Oxide Field Effect Transistors ( MOSFETs)Logic gates-OR, AND & NOT and Logic gates using switches
Systems of measurement
Sec 15
Description, care & use of - Micrometers- Outside and depth mirometer, Micrometer adjustmentsDial bore gaugesDial indicatorsFeeler gaugeStraightedgeTelescope gaugesThread pitch gaugeTire pressure gaugeVacuum gaugeVernier calipers
Wheels & Tyres
Sec 16
Description, construction and function of WheelDescriptions Tirewear Patterns and causesImportance of in-Flatting tyres to correct pressureNitrogen vs atmospheric air in tyresRepair and maintenance of tyres and tubesRim sizesStorage of tyresTypes & sizes of tyres. Solid, pneumatic & Radial. Ply ratingTyre information, Tyre tread designs, Tyre ratings for temperature & tractionTyre materials, Hysteresis & designations
Power tiller
Sec 17
Description, working principle & use of power tiller : (two wheel tractor) power unit. Method of power transmission to wheel from engine. Main clutch assembling working procedure steering Clutch/brakes mechanism method of power transmission to implement (Rotation), irrigation pump, thresherHitching of M.B. Plough, trailer disc harrow
Basic Workshop Machines, Basic Electricity and Heat Treatment
Sec 18
Description and study of Bench type Drilling machine, Portable electrical Drilling machine, drill holding devices, Work Holding devices, Drill bitsDifferent Type of hand reamers, Drill size for reaming, Lapping, Lapping abrasives, type of LapsFastening Methods - Riveting, soldering, Brazing. fluxes used on common joints. Sheet and wire-gauges. The blow lamp- its uses and pipe fittingsSheet metal joints - Hem & Seam JointsSheet metal operations - Shearing, bending, Drawing, SqueezingState the various common metal Sheets used in Sheet Metal shopHand Taps and wrenches, Calculation of Tap drill sizes for metric and inch taps. Different type of Die and Die stock. Screw extractors
Cutting tools
Sec 19
File- Definition, parts of a file, specification, Grade, shape, different type of cut and uses.OFF-hand grinding with sander, bench and pedestal grinders, safety precautions while grindingStudy of different type of cutting tools like Hacksaw
Fasteners
Sec 20
Function of Gaskets, Selection of materials for gaskets and packing, oil sealsStudy of different types of screws, nuts, studs & bolts, locking devices, Such as lock nuts, cotter, split pins, keys, circlips, lock rings, lock washers and locating where they are usedWashers & chemical compounds can be used to help secure these fasteners
Introduction to welding and Heat Treatment Welding processes
Sec 21
Heat Treatment Process– Introduction, Definition of heat treatment, Definition of Annealing, Normalizing, Hardening and tempering. Case hardening, Nitriding, Induction hardening and Flame Hardening process used in auto components with examplesManual Metal Arc welding -principles, power sources, electrodes, welding parameters, edge preparation & fit up and welding techniquesOxy – Acetylene welding - principles, equipment, welding parameters, edge preparation & fit up and welding techniquesPrinciples of Arc welding, brief description, classification and applications
Non-destructive Testing Methods
Sec 22
Importance of Non-Destructive Testing In Automotive Industry, Definition of NDTLiquid penetrant and Magnetic particle testing method – Portable Yoke method
Seed Processing Machines
Sec 23
Feed grinder-cum-mixer, hammer mill, oil extractor and sugarcane crusher. Constructional details, materials used. Principles of operation. Common faults and remediesTypes of winnower and its parts. Importance of cleaning & grading. Types of cleaner/ grader. Methods of cleaning/grading. Prime mover attachments and driving system. Settings and Adjustments. Troubles & maintenance. Safety precautionsEquipment i.e. Tractor, tractor trailer, power tiller & combine harvesterPurpose of grain auger, bucket elevator etc., Constructional details and working of a grain drier. Grain storage structure i.e. concrete and sheet metal bins (sylo structure). Methods and instruments used for measuring moisture contents of grains. Equipment and methods used for treating and fumigating seeds and grains
Harvesting Machines
Sec 24
Machine. Types & working of diggers. Components of diggers. Prime mover attachments and driving system. Transporting the root harvesting machinery. Settings & AdjustmentsWorking principles, constructional details of mover. Functions, working principles, constructional details of folder harvester. Functions, working principles, constructional details power chaff/ silagecutter. workshop and field adjustments. Methods of field operation. care and maintenance. Function and working of rotary harvester. Function and working of hay-bailer. Workshop adjustments. Method of field operation. Method of transportation. Common accidents and their prevention. Trouble shooting. Care and maintenanceAdvantages and limitations. Types of combine harvester. Special purpose combine harvesters. Working principles & constructional of different systems of combine harvester. Components of different systems of combine harvester. Flow path material of combine harvesters. Power transmission & drive systems. Workshop adjustments. Methods of field operation. Field adjustments according to crop & soil condition. Types of grain losses, their causes and remedies. Factors affecting the performance of a combine. Recommended speeds. Considerations while selecting a combine. Custom hiring of combine. Calculating of combine operation of combine harvesting. Safety precautionsWorking principles, constructional details. Field adjustments & operation Care and maintenance. Trouble shooting. Precautions in working & transportingUsed on the farm their constructional details, selection,operation, care and maintenance. Different types of starters. Fuses and their capacities. Installation of motors. Safety precautionsWorking principles. Calibrations of sprayers & dusters. Method of operation. Common prime movers. Workshop adjustments. Constructional details, working principles & calibration of high clearance sprayers/ cotton & Aero blast sprayers. Methods of operationMaize Sheller and ground nut decorticators. Working principles, constructional details. Adjustments and operations. Prime mover and driving systems. Trouble shooting and remedies. Transmission of power belts and pulleys
Secondary Tillage Implements and Irrigation Pumps
Sec 25
Study common irrigation and drainage systems. Types of irrigation systems. Types of pumps. Working principles & constructional details of centrifugal pumpsConstructional details & principle of operation of a submersible pump. Description of tools and equipment required for boring a tube well. Use a compressor for revitalizing the tube well to improve its discharge. Pump selection, common prime movers, and coupling devices. Different types of irrigation pipes. Working principles of valves and hydrants. Working principles of Popup/sprinkler & mister /fogger. Working principles of drippers. Methods of field operation & adjustmentConstructional details of fertilizer applicators Types of furrow openers, Methods of transmission of power. Calibration & workshop adjustments. Field operation & adjustments of fertilizer applicators. Recommended speeds for operation Care & maintenanceConstructional details of Maize, Cotton, G/nut & potato planters . Constructional details of paddy transplanter, Sugarcane & paddy transplanter. Common metering devices. Types of furrow openers. Power transmission. Function of row marker. Field operation of paddy transplanter. Field operation of veg. transplanter. Use of cage wheels and puddlesConstructional details. Method of power transmission for different field operation with different attachments. Common types of weeds and their control. Methods of weed control. Constructional detail of power weeder. Premergence and post emergence applications. Recommended weedicides for different crops. Equipments used for their applicationsConstructional details of seed cum fertilizer drill. Seed & fertilizer metering devices. Constructional details of special drills such as zero till, strip drill/rotto drill & Happy seeder. Types of furrow openers, methods of transmission of power. Calibration & workshop adjustments. Field calibration and mode of operation. Guide chart for mixing fertilizers. Recommended speeds for operation. Care & maintenance
Tractor Electrical Maintenance
Sec 26
Description of starter motor circuit : Common troubles and remedy in starter circuit. Description of lighting circuit. Charging & discharging of lead acid batteryLighting arrangement in tractors (As applicable). Description of charging circuit. Operation of alternator, regulator unit ignition warning lamp troubles and remedy in charging system. Fault finding in electrical system
Technical
100 Marks
TRAINING INSTRUCTOR (PLUMBER)
This recruitment is for the post of Training Instructor (Plumber) in the Scheduled Castes Development Department, conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission.
120m
12s
#kerala-psc#plumbing#technical-instructor#trade-based#scheduled-castes-development-department
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Measing, Marking Instruments and various Precision Measuring Instruments
Sec 1
angle plateCommonly used marking mediaDepth micrometerdividemarking tablepunchesRule Steelscribersurface gaugesurface platetry square and coimbination setTypes and working Principle of precision measuring instruments - Outside micrometer (Analog & Digital)various types of calipersVernier Caliper & Vernier Height Gauge
General Workshop Accidents, Safety precautions and Advantages of Preventive Maintenance
Sec 2
benefits of good shop floor maintenance and 5s concept and benefitsCause of workshop accidentsfunction and advantages of preventive maintenanceGeneral rules for good housekeepingSafe disposal of waste materialsSafety attitude development by educating the use of Personel Protective equipments (PPE)Types of safety precautions
Plumber’s Hand Tools, Equipments and Machineries and their uses
Sec 3
Blow lampChain Pipe cutterChiselsDrilling MachineFilesGrinding MachineHammershand blowerJack planesOil stonePipe bending MachinePipe cutterPipe stock and DiePipe wrenchesPlumb bobPlumbers sawsoldering ironsSpannersSpirit LevelTap and wrenchesvices
Pump and Pumping
Sec 4
classification of pumpsInstallation of pumpsNecessary of pumpsrepairing of pumpstypes of pumps
Sanitary Appliances
Sec 5
Flushing System: Flushing valve, Ordinary flushing cistern, Automating flushing cistern, mixing tap, popup waste, shower, pillar tap, towel rail, Toilet roll holderSanitary Appliances–Types, Uses and working principle. Indian water closet, European water closet and urinals. Wash basin, kitchen sink, laboratory sink, bath tub, bidet
Hot water supply
Sec 6
Geyser:- Necessary, types, working principle, installation and repairing. Hot water supply pipes and fittingsSolar water heater system:- Uses, working principle, types, installation and repairing
Heating system
Sec 7
Heating System: Heat, temperature, heat capacity, specific heat capacity, units of heat, measurement of temperature, heat transfer, water heater, domestic hot water supply system, central heating, solar water heater, salient features of solar water heating system
Domestic drainage System and Public sewer System
Sec 8
House drainage system: One – pipe system, Two – pipe system, single stack systems, partially ventilated single stack system, ventilation, anti siphonage, traps, cess pool, ceptic tank, inspection chamber, gully chamber, septic tank, cleaning of waste pipe line and drainage system, cleaning equipments, laying of sanitary pipe and sewer pipe, inspection of testing and leakage, maintenance of drainage system
Masonary (Tools, Equipments, materials and mansonary works)
Sec 9
Masonary works –Bonding (Various types), excavation, foundation, Plastering, concrete (Types)Materials - Bricks, cements, fine aggregates, cores aggregates, water, lime, iron barsTools & Equipments - Spade, Shovel, Pickaxe, Mortar Pan, Block Trowel, Jointing board, Steel square, wall straightening tools, cutting and trimming tools, finishing tools, builders and masons square, Tapes, Leveling tools, concrete mixing machine, vicat’s needle apparatus, slump cone apparatus
Fastenings
Sec 10
Permanent Fastenings – Welding, Riveting and hard soldering - Types, materials Tools & EquipmentsTemporary Fastening – Types of screw threads, types of bolts and nuts, studs, circlips, washers, Locking arrangement, mutistart thread, right hand left hand thread, conventional representations, Symbols
Pipe and Pipe fittings
Sec 11
Types of Pipes - uses , sizes , manufacturing methods, grading and colour code and various pipe fittings with their uses
Water
Sec 12
Water – Source of water, method of drilling tube well, contamination of water in a well, impurities of water, water treatment, Hardness of water, method of removing water hardness, qualities required for potable water, water purification, water distribution systems, Tap and valves
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Engineer (Civil) ||| Assistant Engineer (Civil)
The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) conducts the Assistant Engineer (Civil) examination to recruit qualified candidates for various civil engineering roles under the state government, specifically for the Irrigation Department for these category numbers.
90m
9s
#kerala-psc#civil-engineering#degree-level#irrigation#assistant-engineer
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Environmental Engineering
Sec 1
Air quality legislationsControl of air pollutantseffects on humansourcesCircular sewersDesign of sewersActivated Sludge processGrit chamberImhoff tanksOxidation ditchesOxidation pondsRotating biological contactorScreeningSedimentation tankSeptic tanksTrickling filterUpflow anaerobic sludge blanket reactorsDisposal of wastewaterDistribution of waterHardy Cross method of analysisOxygen sag curvePartial flow and full flow conditionsPopulation forecastingPumpsQuality of waterQuantity estimationSewer appurtenancesSludge digestionSludge drying bedStreeter Phelps equationAerobic and anaerobic methodsCharacteristicsOxygen demandSourcesWater sources and demandChemical methodsclariflocculatorDesign of sedimentation tankDisinfection methodsfiltersflocculatorMembrane treatment techniquesPhysical methods
Transportation Engineering and Urban Planning
Sec 2
Aircraft component partsSite selectionTerminal area planning - Airport marking and lightingAlignment, Ventilation and drainage of tunnelsBasic diagrams of traffic flow theoryCBR method of flexible pavement designClassification and alignment of highwaysComponents of planningConstruction and maintenance of pavementsDesign of runways, taxiways and apronsDevelopment of new townsGeometric design of highwaysGoals and objectives of planningHighway capacityInfluencing factors and preventive measures for traffic accidentsProperties and testing of pavement materialsgeometric design of tracksMaintenancerailway operation controlRegional planningStudy of Urban FormsTheories of urbanizationTown Development PlanTown planning actsTraffic control devicesTraffic studies and analysisTraffic regulation rulesTraffic safetyTypes of harbours and docksZoning
Analysis of rates
Sec 3
Analysis of rates for various items of workData book and schedule of ratesDetailed estimate including quantities, abstract and preparation of various items of worksDetailed specificationPreparation of bar bending schedules for various RCC worksTypes of EstimateDepreciationFixation of rentMethods of valuation
Design of Structures
Sec 4
Analysis of reinforced rectangular beamsBond and development lengthCantilever slabCircular slabs simply supported, fixed and partially fixed subjected to udldesign of axially loaded short columns with rectangular ties and helical reinforcementeffective lengthColumns subjected to compressionContinuous slab (detailing only)CrackingCurtailment of reinforcementDeflectionDesign for torsionDesign of cantilever retaining wall without surchargeDesign of one way slabDesign of shear reinforcementDesign of slender columnsDesign of wall/strip footing - design of footingsDesign of water tanksDesign philosophy and requirementsdesign principles of counter fort retaining wallIS code recommendationsjointsLimit state method of designLimit state of serviceabilityAnalysis of prestressed beams (rectangular and I-sections) at stages of transfer and serviceConcept of prestressinglosses of prestressmaterials and methods of prestressingPrestressing systemsShear strength of RC beamStair cases - design & detailingBeamsBolted and welded connectionsCompression membersPurlinsRoof trussesTension memberscolumnscomposite beams (concepts only)Two way slabsUniaxial bending and biaxial bending
Mechanics of Solids and Structural Analysis
Sec 5
ArchesBending moment and shear forceClapeyrons Theorem (Three Moment Equation)Concept of stress and strainDeflection of beamsDisplacement response of statically determinate structural systems using energy methodsKani’s method of analysisMoment Distribution MethodMoving loads and influence linesPrinciple of virtual workSlope Deflection MethodStatically indeterminate structuresStrain Energy methodsStresses in beamsTheory of columnsTruss analysis
Surveying and Levelling, Quantity Surveying and Valuation
Sec 6
Area and Volume ComputationBasics of SurveyingElectronic Distance MeasurementGeographical Information SystemGlobal Positioning SystemsLevelling and ContouringMass DiagramRemote SensingTheodolite SurveyTheory of ErrorsTotal Station SurveyTriangulation
Geotechnical Engineering
Sec 7
Bearing capacity of soilBoussinesq’s formulaClassification and three phase system of soilConsolidation (Terzaghi’s theory of one-dimensional consolidation only) and CompactionDesign of shallow, deep and machine foundationsEstimation of magnitude of settlementGround improvement techniquesRankine’s and Coulomb’ theoriesMajor soil deposits of IndiaNewmark’s chartPermeability of soilsPrinciple of effective stressShear characteristics of soilSite investigationSwedish Circle Method and Friction circle methodStandard Penetration Test and Plate load testStresses in subsoil due to loaded areas of various shapes
Fluid Mechanics and Water Resources Engineering
Sec 8
Boundary layerDimensional analysis and model testingDrag and Lift on immersed bodiesDynamics of fluid flowFlow through orifice and notchesFlow through pipesFluid KinematicsBuoyancy and floatationFluid pressureGradually varied flowAquifer types and propertiesEstimation of yield of an open wellSteady radial flow into a wellHydraulic JumpCentrifugal Pumpsflow through vanes (moving and stationary)Impulse and reaction TurbinesHydrographHydrologic cyclemeasurement and data analysisComputation of crop water requirementFrequency of irrigationSoil water plant relationshipsMeandering of riversOpen channel flowmeasurement and data analysisriver training workscomponents and computationStage-discharge curvediversion and storage systemsreservoir - estimation of storage c/pacity and yield of reservoirs - reservoir sedimentation -useful life of reservoirUniform flowUnit Hydrograph and S-Hydrograph
Building materials, Construction Technology, Construction Management
Sec 9
Cost-effective constructionDoors, windows and ventilatorsFinishing worksFloors and flooringFoundationsLintels and archesMasonryRoofs and roof coveringsBuilding failures and RetrofittingAdmixturesMaking of concreteMix proportioningProperties of concreteConstruction disputes and settlementIron and SteelModern materialsMortarStructural steelTimberConstruction Planning and SchedulingConstruction proceduresConstruction safetyEthics in Constructionfailures in RCC and Steel structuresPrinciples of materials managementQuality management practicesPrefabricated constructionSlip form constructionSteel and Concrete frameElevatorsEscalators and RampsStairs
Technical
100 Marks
Chemist
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Chemist in the Factories and Boilers Department.
120m
3s
#kerala-psc#chemist#chemistry#technical#degree-level
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Industrial aspects of Organic Chemistry
Sec 1
Chromatography - classification of methods - Elementary study of adsorption, paper, thin layer, ion exchange and gas chromatographic methods.Instrumental Methods of Analysis:Atomic absorption spectroscopy- flame emission spectroscopy- applications spectrophotometry- laws of spectrophotometry- applications of spectrophotometry-colorimetry, thermal methods- introduction to TG, DTA and DSC- instrumentations and applications.Theoretical principles of qualitative and quantitative analysis: Applications of solubility product and common ion effect in the precipitation of cations–Interfering acid radicals and their elimination (oxalate, fluoride, borate, phosphate, chromate, arsenite and arsenate). Primary and secondary standards – standard solutions – theory of titrations involving acids and bases, KMnO4, K2Cr2O7, I2 and liberated I2. Indicators – Theory of acid-base, redox, adsorption indicators – complexometric titrations. Precipitation methods: Gravimetric Analysis - Mechanism of precipitate formation - Factors affecting solubility of precipitates – co-precipitation and post precipitation - Effect of digestion - washing, drying and ignition of precipitates.Various catalysts used in petrochemical industry, their preparation , structure, applications and selectivity, importance of petroleum and petroleum industry in the context of Indian economy.Chemical constitution of plants-including carbohydrates, aminoacids, proteins, fats, waxes , volatile oils, terpenoids, steroids and alkaloids. Various isolation procedures for active ingredients with example for alkaloid eg. Vinca alkaloids, reserpine, for steroids- sapogenin, diosgenin. Parmaceutical quality control- sterility testing, pyrogenic testing, glass testing.Environment, nature of environmental threats and the role of chemistry. Chemistry of the air, water and soil environment. Factors affecting environment.Water pollution, air pollution and Soil pollution, factors controlling and monitoring pollutions.Design for energy efficiency-principle of microwave oven, microwave assisted organic syntheses, simple examples- renewable feedstock- biodiesel, preparation, advantages, catalysis, green catalysts- inherently safer chemistry for accident prevention. Green chemistry practices in research, educational and commercial laborataries- lab safety signs- introduction to micro scale experiments.Role of Chemical Industries in polluting the environment-Limitations of conventional waste management-pollution prevention-birth of green chemistry- introduction to the principles of green chemistry-atom economy calculation(simple reactions)-production of Ibuprofen-less hazardous chemical syntheses, designing safer chemicals-Bhopal gas tragedy- new greener syntheses, safer solvents and auxiliaries, ionic liquids-super critical fluids CO2 and H2O, advantages of SCFs.An overview of technical sampling of solids, liquids and gases. Fundamental concepts or theory and industrial application of particle size analyzer.Basic concepts –branched and network polymers. Classification and nomenclature. Properties of polymers. Mol wt. glass transition temperature solubility and viscoelasticity. Manufacture and users of PF resins. Importance of polymers in controlled drug delivery and packaging. Polymer processing, compounding. Composites classification, micro and nano composites. Conducting polymers. PA, PPP, PPg(SN)x etc.Basic concepts of perfuming and colouring. Bio-degradability.Basic Concepts, Classification –methods of dyeing –acid –direct -reactive –disperse –vat cationic sulphur indigo –azo phthalocyanine –dyes. Synthetic Dyes A brief idea of metal complex dye stuffs. (introduction to natural dyes and it’s importance in cotton textile dyeing) fluorescent and brightening agents –hair dyes –dyeing standards and Health hazards.Cosmetics –basic concepts –composition –production and classification of creams –sunscreen and suntan lotions –deodorants talcum powder –dentifiers, lipsticks.Food processing –colouring and flavouring agents, food preservation –viscosity builders –bulking agents, artificial sweetners – food adulteration –packaging and catering.Paints –varnishes and lacquers.Polymers- Types of polymerization- addition, condensation and coordination polymerization. Zieglar –Natta catalyst. Synthesis and applications of urea – formaldehyde resins, Bakelite, polythene, PVC, PMMA, Nylon-6,6. Natural and synthetic resins. Buna-N, Buna-S, Neoprene, Polystyrene. Biodegradable polymers- two examples- starch and cellulose. Number average molecular weight and weight average molecular weight of polymers. CompositesSoaps and detergents-Basic chemical compositions of soaps, manufacture Surface active agents, builders, additives, fillers.spectrophotometry –flame, photometry –AAS -Xray flourescence ion selective electrodes –chromatography.Unit process, unit operations, flow diagrams, Energy balance and material balance (basic concepts only.) Fuels, calorific value, Basic concepts of I S O. Fluid flow, stream line flow. Turbulent flow, viscosity –Reynold’s number. Newtonian and non Newtonian liquids. Heat transfer. Types of heat exchangers. (Shell type and plate type.) Refrigeration cycles. Safety in chemical industry. First aids.Raw materials for organic compounds-Petroleum, natural gas, fractionation of crude oil, cracking, reforming, hydroforming, isomerisation Coal Types, structure, properties , distillation of Coal and chemicals derived from them.Selecting a topic – hypothesis-design of experiment: variables, correlation and causality, sampling, use of controls, experimental bias, analysis, results, discussion of results, models. Summary of the scientific methods. Writing Science.General principles involved in the separation of precipitates, standards of purity, mixed melting point and boiling point; purification of solid organic compounds – extraction, use of immiscible solvents, solvent extraction, crystallization, fractional crystallization, sublimation, desiccants, vacuum drying. Purification of liquids – distillation, vacuum distillation, fractional distillation, steam distillation, azeotropic distillation – principles and techniques.
Physical Chemistry
Sec 2
Types and classification – preparation of colloids – purification – protective colloids – kinetic, optical and electrical properties – surfactants – Gels – Emulsions. Properties and applications. Zeta potential, Donnan membrane equilibrium – Dorn effect.Molarity, Molality, Normality and Mole fraction. Colligative properties, relative lowering of vapour pressure, Osmotic pressure, van’t Hoff equation and molecular mass, Isotonic solutions, Determination of molecular mass of solutes by Beckmann’s method, Rast’s method and cooling curve method. Abnormal molecular mass, Van’t Hoff factor, Determination of degree of dissociation and association.Theories of acids and bases: Arrhenius, Lowry-Bronsted and Lewis theories – Levelling and differentiating solvents – pKa, pKb and pH. Applications of common ion effect and solubility product – Hydrolysis of salts of all types – Degree of hydrolysis and hydrolysis constant and its relation with kw. Buffer solutions – Mechanism of buffer action-buffer index – Henderson equation.Surface tension and its measurement by capillary rise and stalagmometer method, factors affecting Surface tension, Viscosity, Poisuelle’s equation, Determination of viscosity by Ostwald’s viscometer, Refractive index and its determination by Abbe refractometer.Physical and chemical adsorption – Adsorption isotherms – Langmuir. Freundlich– Gibbs adsorption equation –– Mathematical derivation – Surface films - Determination of surface area using Langmuir and B.E.T. equations.Sign and magnitude of Joule-Thomson coefficient, inversion temperature.standard states. Enthalpies of formation, combustion and neutralization. Integral and differential enthalpies of solution. Hess’s law and its applications. Kirchoff’s equation.Basic concepts- system, surroundings, types of systems. Extensive and intensive properties, macroscopic properties. State functions and path functions. Types of Processes, Zeroth law of thermodynamics Definition of internal energy and enthalpy. Heat capacities at constant volume and at constant pressure, relationship between Cp and Cv. Mathematical statement of first law. Reversible process and maximum work. Calculation of work, heat, internal energy change and enthalpy change for the expansion of an ideal gas under reversible isothermal and adiabatic condition.
Inorganic Chemistry
Sec 3
Synthesis, structure and applications of silicones, phosphazenes, S-N compounds, S-P compounds. Silicates, zeolites.Occurrence of metals based on standard electrode potential – concentration of ores – calcination, roasting and smelting – reduction using carbon and other reducing agents – electrolytic reduction – hydrometallurgy – Ellingham diagram. Refining of metals – electrolytic refining – oxidative refining – zone refining – Van Arkel method. Extractive metallurgy of Li, Ni, Ti and U – Ferrous metallurgy – manufacture of steel by open hearth process – Alloys – composition and uses of German silver, Brass, Broze, Gunmetal, Alnico.General properties- classification- self ionization and levelling effect- reaction in non-aqueous solvents- protic and aprotic non aqueous solvents- examples- solutions of metals in liquid ammonia- self ionization of liquid ammonia- liquid SO2, liquid HF.Cement – Manufacture, composition and setting. Glass – Manufacture – annealing – types of glasses – uses. Ceramics – Definition, traditional and new ceramics – structure of ceramics – uses – Inorganic fertilizers – essential nutrients for plants – nitrogenous, phosphatic and potash fertilizers.Role of selenium in Xerography. Refractory materials – carbides and borides.
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Technical Officer (Civil) ||| Assistant Engineer (Civil)
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for Civil Engineering posts such as Junior Technical Officer and Assistant Engineer in various departments like Kerala Financial Corporation, Kerala Small Industries Development Corporation (SIDCO), and Public Works Department (PWD).
75m
8s
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Environmental Engineering
Sec 1
Air pollution-sources, effects on human, Control of air pollutants, Air quality legislationsDesign of sedimentation tank, flocculator, clariflocculator, filters, Membrane treatment techniquesDesign of sewers, Circular sewers, Partial flow and full flow conditionsDesign of various treatment units-Screening, Grit chamber, Sedimentation tank, Activated Sludge process, Trickling filter, Rotating biological contactor, Septic tanks, Imhoff tanks, Oxidation ditches, Oxidation ponds, Upflow anaerobic sludge blanket reactors, Sludge digestion, Sludge drying bedDisinfection methodsDistribution of water, Pumps, Hardy Cross method of analysisSewer appurtenances, Disposal of wastewater, Streeter Phelps equation, Oxygen sag curveTreatment methods, Aerobic and anaerobic methodsWaste water- Sources, Characteristics, Oxygen demandWater sources and demand, Quantity estimation, Population forecasting, Quality of waterWater treatment- Physical methods, Chemical methods
Transportation Engineering and Urban Planning
Sec 2
Airport characteristics- Aircraft component partsAlignment, Ventilation and drainage of tunnels, Types of harbours and docksCBR method of flexible pavement designClassification and alignment of highwaysComponents of planning, Regional planningConstruction and maintenance of pavementsDesign of runways, taxiways and apronsDevelopment of new townsGeometric design of highwaysGoals and objectives of planningProperties and testing of pavement materialsRailways- geometric design of tracks, railway operation control, MaintenanceSite selection, Terminal area planning- Airport marking and lightingStudy of Urban FormsTheories of urbanizationTown Development PlanTown planning actsTraffic characteristics- Traffic studies and analysis, Traffic control devicesTraffic regulation rules, Highway capacity, Traffic safety, Influencing factors and preventive measures for traffic accidents, Basic diagrams of traffic flow theoryZoning
Surveying and Levelling, Quantity Surveying and Valuation
Sec 3
Analysis of rates - Data book and schedule of rates, Analysis of rates for various items of work, Detailed specificationArea and Volume ComputationBasics of Surveying, Levelling and ContouringDetailed estimate including quantities, abstract and preparation of various items of works, Preparation of bar bending schedules for various RCC worksElectronic Distance MeasurementGeographical Information SystemGlobal Positioning SystemsMass DiagramRemote SensingTheodolite SurveyTheory of ErrorsTotal Station SurveyTriangulationTypes of EstimateValuation- Methods of valuation, Depreciation, Fixation of rent
Design of Structures
Sec 4
Analysis of reinforced rectangular beamsBond and development lengthCircular slabs simply supported, fixed and partially fixed subjected to udlColumns subjected to compression, Uniaxial bending and biaxial bendingColumns-effective length-design of axially loaded short columns with rectangular ties and helical reinforcementCurtailment of reinforcementDesign for torsionDesign of cantilever retaining wall without surcharge, design principles of counter fort retaining wallDesign of one way slab, Cantilever slab, Continuous slab (detailing only), Two way slabsDesign of shear reinforcementDesign of slender columnsDesign of wall/strip footing- design of footingsDesign of water tanks, Design philosophy and requirements, joints, IS code recommendationsLimit state method of designLimit state of serviceability, Deflection, CrackingPre-stressed concrete, Concept of prestressing, materials and methods of prestressing, Prestressing systems, losses of prestress, Analysis of prestressed beams (rectangular and I-sections) at stages of transfer and serviceShear strength of RC beamStair cases -design & detailingSteel and steel structures – Bolted and welded connections, Tension members, Compression members, Beams, Roof trusses, PurlinsTimber structures- columns, composite beams (concepts only)
Mechanics of Solids and Structural Analysis
Sec 5
ArchesBending moment and shear forceClapeyrons Theorem (Three Moment Equation)Concept of stress and strainDeflection of beamsDisplacement response of statically determinate structural systems using energy methodsKani’s method of analysisMoment Distribution MethodMoving loads and influence linesPrinciple of virtual workSlope Deflection MethodStatically indeterminate structuresStrain Energy methodsStresses in beamsTheory of columnsTruss analysis
Geotechnical Engineering
Sec 6
Bearing capacity of soilClassification and three phase system of soilConsolidation (Terzaghi’s theory of one-dimensional consolidation only) and CompactionDesign of shallow, deep and machine foundationsEstimation of magnitude of settlementGround improvement techniquesLateral earth pressure-Rankine’s and Coulomb’ theoriesMajor soil deposits of IndiaPermeability of soilsPrinciple of effective stressShear characteristics of soilSite investigation, Standard Penetration Test and Plate load testStability of finite slopes-Swedish Circle Method and Friction circle methodStresses in subsoil due to loaded areas of various shapes, Boussinesq’s formula, Newmark’s chart
Fluid Mechanics and Water Resources Engineering
Sec 7
Boundary layerDimensional analysis and model testingDrag and Lift on immersed bodiesDynamics of fluid flowEstimation of yield of an open wellFlow through orifice and notchesFlow through pipesFluid KinematicsFluid Statics- Fluid pressure, Buoyancy and floatationGradually varied flowGroundwater - Aquifer types and properties - Steady radial flow into a wellHydraulic JumpHydraulic machines- flow through vanes (moving and stationary) Impulse and reaction Turbines, Centrifugal PumpsHydrologic cycleIrrigation types and methods-Soil water plant relationships, Frequency of irrigation, Computation of crop water requirementMeandering of rivers, river training worksOpen channel flowPrecipitation, Infiltration and Evaporation-measurement and data analysisRunoff-components and computation, Hydrograph, Unit Hydrograph and S-HydrographStream flow measurement -Stage-discharge curveSurface water systems: diversion and storage systems, reservoir - estimation of storage capacity and yield of reservoirs - reservoir sedimentation -useful life of reservoirUniform flow
Building materials, Construction Technology, Construction Management,
Sec 8
Building construction- Foundations, Cost-effective construction, Masonry, Lintels and archesBuilding failures and Retrofitting, failures in RCC and Steel structuresConcrete–Admixtures, Making of concrete, Properties of concrete, Mix proportioningConstruction Materials – Timber, Mortar, Iron and Steel, Structural steel, Modern materialsConstruction Planning and Scheduling, Construction disputes and settlement, Ethics in Construction, Construction safety, Principles of materials management, Quality management practices, Construction proceduresFloors and flooring, Roofs and roof coverings, Doors, windows and ventilators, Finishing worksTall Buildings – Steel and Concrete frame, Prefabricated construction, Slip form constructionVertical transportation – Stairs, Elevators, Escalators and Ramps
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Instructor (Sheet Metal Worker)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Junior Instructor (Sheet Metal Worker) in the Industrial Training Department. This post involves technical skills related to sheet metal work, welding, and fabrication.
120m
10s
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Autocad
Sec 1
.Auto CAD command & use of different menus of Auto CADAuto CAD software and its uses.Installing procedure of Auto CAD
Welding Processes
Sec 2
Arc Welding MachinesClassification of welding processesCorrosion and Surface ProtectionDefects in Arc welding - definition, causes and remediesFaults in gas weldingHigh Pressure Oxy-acetylene welding equipment and accessoriesMaterial preparation methodSafety in manual metal arc weldingSetting up of arc welding plantSheet Metal Worker - Basic Welding ProcessesSurface PreparationTypes of oxy-acetylene flamesWeld defects - Causes and remediesWelding blowpipe
Fabrication
Sec 3
Chemical and Physical properties of Aluminium. - Use of Aluminium and its AlloysDescription of hand punch Machine. hand and Power operated drilling Machines.Drill Bits, parts and effects of cutting angles.Methods of developments. - Introduction to aluminum fabrication, and its applications.
Basic Sheet Metal : Tools
Sec 4
Combination setCutting ToolDrill (Parts and function)Hacksaw frame and bladeMeasurement of anglesMeasuring and Marking ToolOutside MicrometersPunchesScrewdriverScriber/Scratch awlSheet Metal Mallets & HammersStake HoldersTechnical Terms in Sheet Metal workTypes of Vices
Fastening
Sec 5
Defect in rivetted jointsRivets - Types & Uses
Basic Sheet Metal Process
Sec 6
Development of surfaceFolding and joining allowanceNotches in sheet metalSheet metal seamsTemplates
Soldering
Sec 7
Fluxes types and descriptionPortable hand forge with blowerSoft solderingSoldered JointSolders
Modern Machines & Materials
Sec 8
Latest sheet metal cutting techniques: Plasma cutting,Laser cutting,water jet cutting and punching etc.Specification of aluminium channels angles, strips, tubes beadings, packing rubber, cardboard, glasses etc.Tools and equipments used in aluminium fabrication. - Assembly & Sub assembly: Gaurding assembly, Door assembly, Chassis assembly, Cabinet assembly, Power pack assembly etc.
Finishing
Sec 9
Powder coating, buffing, grinding, and sanding. - Selection of different grit sizes.Process of painting.
Basic Fitting Process
Sec 10
Raw material information CRCA, HRCA.MS
Technical
100 Marks
Electrician
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts the Electrician Exam for aspiring electricians to secure government jobs in various departments.
90m
1s
#kerala-psc#electrician#electrical-engineering#technical#iti-level
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Transmission
Sec 1
comparison of AC and DC transmissionTransmission and Distribution
Technical
100 Marks
FIREMAN (TRAINEE)
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Fireman (Trainee) in the Fire and Rescue Services Department.
75m
0s
#kerala-psc#fireman#trainee#fire-and-rescue#plus-two-level
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Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Professor Physics
The Kerala PSC Assistant Professor exam recruits eligible candidates for the post of Assistant Professor in various subjects. To get selected, candidates must appear for a written exam conducted by the Kerala PSC.
75m
10s
#kerala-psc#assistant-professor#physics#degree-level#science
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Lasers and fibre Optics
Sec 1
Absorption lossesAcceptance angle of Optical FibreAttenuation in optical fibersCO2 lasersDye lasersEinstein coefficientsFour level solid state lasersGraded index fibersInherent defect losses.Leaky modesLine-broadening mechanismsMode lockingNumerical aperture of optical fibreQ-SwitchingRadiation induced lossesSecond Harmonic GenerationSemiconductor lasersSpatial frequency filtering and holographyStep-index fibers
Electronics
Sec 2
Active low pass filterAmplitude modulation and demodulation circuitsAnalog integration and differentiationBand pass filterBasic o p e r a t i o n a l a m p l i f i e r c h a r a c t e r i s t i c sBiasing of F i e l d e ff e ct Tr an s i s t e r (FET)Communications receiversComparison of signal to noise ratiosdifferential amplifierElectronic analog computationFET as VVR and its applicationsFM transmittersHigh pass Butterworth filtersMicrowave systemsOPAMP as inverterOPAMP based astable and monostable multivibratorsOPAMP parametersp-n junction solar cellsPhotodetectors - Light dependent resistor- photodiodePulse code modulationSatellite communications.Schmidt triggerVHF/UHF systems
Microprocessor
Sec 3
Addition, Subtraction of two 8 bit & 16 bit numbersAnalog multiplexer and Overview of 8051 microcontroller.Analog to Digital converterApplications of MicroprocessorsClock for A/D conversionData transfer schemes of Intel 8085microprocessor as CPUOrganization and internal architecture of the Intel 8085Organization of microcomputersSample and Hold circuitTimings of Intel 8085
Quantum Mechanics
Sec 4
Angular momentum operatorsAnharmonic oscillatorCharge and current densities.differential and total cross- sectionHarmonic perturbationHole theoryInduced emission and absorptionInteraction of an atom with the electromagnetic fieldMatrix representation of angular momentum operatorsOperators and its propertiesoptical theoremOrbital angular momentumPauli spin matricesstark and Zeeman effects in hydrogenThe Hilbert spaceThe Klein-Gordon equationThe Weyl equationVector spaces
Solid State Physics
Sec 5
AntiferroelectricityBloch functionsBrillouin zonesCooper pairsCuprates.Dielectric constantEinstein and Debye models of specific heatenergy gap Isotope effectFerroelectric domainHigh Tc SuperconductorsKronig Penny modelLangevin‟s theory of diamagnetismLocal Electric fieldLondon equationMiller indicesNearly free electron model and formation of energy bandsNeel Model of AntiferromagnetismPiezoelectricityReciprocal latticeType I and Type II superconductorsWeiss theory of ferromagnetism
Nuclear and particle Physics
Sec 6
Applications of XRD.Conservation laws and symmetriesDebye-Scherrer Camerae l e c t r i c quadruple momentsFick‟s law and its validityinternal conversionNuclear size, shape, mass and binding energyparity violation in beta decayquantum chromodynamics and gluonsQuark models p i n-orbit potentialScherrer equationsemi empirical mass formula Characteristics of nuclear forcesShell structure and magic numbersSingle crystal and Powder diffractionThe eightfold way
Mathematical methods and group theory
Sec 7
Associated Legendre polynomialsBessel functions of the first and second kindsBeta functionCalculus of residues and applications.Cauchy-Reimann conditionsCauchy's integral theorem and integral formulaDelta functionFourier integralFourier transformGamma functionGenerating functionHermite polynomialsLaguerre polynomialsLaurent expansionLegendre polynomialsNeumann functionOrthogonalityProperties of Fourier seriesRecurrence relationRodrigues formulaSingularitiesSpherical Bessel functionSpherical harmonics
Atomic and molecular Spectroscopy
Sec 8
Born –Oppenheimer approximationDeslander‟s tableInteraction of nuclear spin and magnetic fieldLarmour precessionMossbauer SpectroscopyNormal modes and vibration of H 2O and CO 2Resonance fluroscence of γ-rays.Rotational Raman Spectrum of Symmetric top moleculesstimulated Raman effect and Inverse Raman EffectThe spectrum of non rigid rotatorVibrational Analysis of band systems
Classical Mechanics
Sec 9
Centrifugal and Coriolis forcesChaos - Logistic map.Constraints and Generalized coordinatesD'Alemberts principle and Lagrange’s equationEuler anglesH-J equation for the linear harmonic oscillatorHamilton -Jacobi equationHamilton’s PrincipleHamilton‟s principal and characteristic functionKepler problemLagrange’s equation from Hamilton’s PrincipleLimitcyclesNonlinear oscillationsVelocity dependent potentials
Statistical mechanics
Sec 10
Equipartition theorem - Virial theorem - The density matrixLandau diamagnetism.The entropy of mixing and Gibbs paradox - Phase space of a classical system - Liouville’s theorem and its consequencesThermodynamic behaviour of an ideal Bose gasThermodynamic behaviour of an ideal Fermi gas- Magnetic behaviour of an ideal Fermi Gas : (1) Pauli paramagnetism
Technical
100 Marks
Training Instructor (Electrician)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Training Instructor (Electrician) in the Scheduled Castes Development Department and Industrial Training Department.
90m
10s
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AC Motors, single and 3 phase
Sec 1
AC motor pannel wiringAC motors and starters single phase and 3 phaseAuto transformer starterDOL, Star delta, slip ring motor starterphase sequence
Alternating current and Earthing
Sec 2
Alternating current, EarthingCurrent rating, Testing of installation by meggerGrading of cable and wiresTypes of wiring both domestic and industrial
Instruments and Transformers
Sec 3
Basic principle of Transformer, emf equation of transformersControlling torque and Damping TorqueCooling, Protective DeviceMeasuring Instruments, Indication type and Deflecting typesparallel operation of Transformers
Ohm's Law
Sec 4
Buckling, SedimentationCare and maintenance of cellChemical effect of electric currentDifferent type of cellsEffects of variation of temperature on resistanceGrouping of cellsLaws of resistanceOhm's law, Kirchoff's law
Magnetism
Sec 5
Capacitor, types and functionsClassification of magnetic propertieselectromagnetism, Fleming's left and right hand ruleFaraday's laws of electromagnetic induction, Len'z lawMMF, Flux density, ReluctancePara, dia and ferromagnetic material
Illumination and Basic Electronics
Sec 6
classification of Diode, Rectifier, TransistorIllumination – Laws of illuminationSemiconductor – P type, N TypeType of lamp, Domestic appliances
Transmission
Sec 7
comparison of AC and DC transmissionTransmission and Distribution
Basic Electricity
Sec 8
Conductor, Insulator, SemiconductorFlux and soldering techniqueFundamental Of ElectricityProperty of ResistanceTypes of wires and cables
DC Machine
Sec 9
DC Generators and TypeDC motors and typeDescription of series, shunt and compound Generatoremf equationStarters 3 point, 4 point and speed control machine
Power Generation
Sec 10
Generation Source of energyVarious types of power generation
Technical
100 Marks
Food Safety Officer
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts the Food Safety Officer Exam for recruiting eligible candidates for the Food Safety Officer post.
90m
10s
#kerala-psc#food-safety#food-technology#dairy-technology#veterinary-science
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Microbiological, Biotechnological and Medical aspects
Sec 1
Adulteration of foods: Health hazardsApplication of enzymes in food industry, production of food flavor and colourBioreactorsControl of spoilage-pre-harvesting and post harvesting food processingEnzyme immobilization and applicationsFermented foods- types, production, organisms involved, advantages and disadvantages, spoilage of fermented foodsFood Borne Diseases: Definition , Classification ( Food borne intoxications & Food borne infections), neurolathyrism, aflatoxins, Ergotism, Epidemic dropsy, Typhoid fever, Salmonellosis, Staphylococcal intoxication, Botulism, Bacillus cereus food poisoning, E.coli diarrhea, Cholera, Shigellosis, Brucellosis, Food poisoning: Types of food poisoning, method of investigation of food poisoning, prevention and control- food sanitation, refrigeration, surveillanceFood handlers: medical examination of food handlers, infections transmitted by food handlers, education of food handlersGenetically modified food and their labellingMicrobiological analysis of food and water- qualitative and quantitative, indicator organisms, coliforms, detection of pathogens, molecular techniques for detection of microbesMicrobiological standards of food and waterMicroscopy, staining and culture techniques, sterilization techniques, culture media, factors influencing microbial growth, growth curve, thermal death time and thermal death points, D-value, Z- valueMolecular detection of food contaminationSanitation of eating places: minimum standards, storage of uncooked foodstuffs, waste disposal, water supply and washing facilitiesSewage treatmentSingle-Cell ProteinsSources of microorganisms in food, perishable, semi perishable and non-perishable foods, intrinsic and extrinsic parameters influencing microbial content of food, Food spoilage-types, causes and indicationsUse of amylase, invertase, protease, pectinase and cellulase in food industriesWater purification for domestic and municipal purposes
Veterinary Sciences
Sec 2
Ageing of meatAnte mortem and post mortem examinationEvaluation, grading and fabrication of dressed carcasses including poultryFood products of genetically modified animals and marine originFraudulent substitution of meat, preservation of meat and aquatic foodsMeat as a source of disease transmissionOrganic meat food productsPackaging of meat and meat productsPhysical, chemical nutritional and functional characteristics of eggPhysico-chemical and microbiological quality of meat and aquatic food and food productsPreservation and storage of eggProcessing of Egg and egg productsScientific slaughtering and dressing of carcassesStandards for organization and layout of abattoirs, handling and transport of meat animals including poultry
Mental Ability and Test of Reasoning
Sec 3
Alphabetical Arrangement of WordsAnalogyAntonymCalculation & LogicClassificationCoding & DecodingCommon Sense TestDate and CalendarEtc.Letter & Number SeriesOdd Man OutSense of DirectionSynonym
Nutritional Biochemistry and Food Analysis
Sec 4
Analytical techniques used in detection of adulteration of food: Principle, procedure and detectors of chromatographic techniques (Column, paper, TLC, HPLC and GC), Spectroscopic techniques (IR, UV, MS and AAS)Biological value of proteins (BV), Protein efficiency ratio (PER), Digestability coefficient, Net protein Utilization, Net Protein Ratio(NPR), Chemical Score, Free Radicals and AntioxidantsChemical composition of food: Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, fiber, vitamins, and minerals – characteristics, sources, physiological and biochemical functions, daily requirement, digestion and absorptionEnergy value of foods, Respiratory Quotient (RQ), Determination of Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), Determination of energy metabolism during work, Energy expenditure for various types of activities, Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA), Specific Dynamic Action (SDA) of foods, Balanced diet formulationFood adulteration: common adulteration, contamination and pesticide analysisFood Analysis – moisture content, ash, fat, carbohydrate, crude fibre, crude protein, sodium, potassium, calcium, and phosphatesOils and Fats - Iodine value and saponification value
Food Technology
Sec 5
Antinutritional factorsAseptic preservation, hurdle technology, hydrostatic pressure technology, microwave processing, microfiltration, bactofugation, ultra high voltage electric fields, pulse electric fields, high pressure processing, irradiation, thermosonication, ohmic heating, dielectric heating, infrared, induction heating, antibacterial and bacteriocinsClassification, composition, manufacture, packaging, storage and defects of tomato products, other convenience foods from fruits and vegetables, beverages - tea, cocoa and coffee - pickles, chutney, sauces, spices, jam, jelley, marmalade, health drinks, restructured fruits and vegetables, preparation of fruits and vegetables, minimally processed products and Individually Quick Freezed productsEnvironment and waste managementFood additivesFood fortificationFood hygieneFood plant sanitationInstant ready mixesMilling, processing, composition, structure, product development and byproduct utilization of cereals, pulses, millets and oil seedsNutritional labeling of foodPackaging - materials and methodsPrinciples and methods of food preservation - Heat processing, pasteurization, canning, dehydration, freezing, freeze drying, fermentation, microwave, irradiation and chemical preservativesQuality control - systems and toolsTotal quality management, good management practices, HACCP and codex alimentarius commission
Dairy Technology
Sec 6
Composition of milk- Physico - chemical properties of milk- milk hygiene- milk microbiologyDefinition, classification, composition, outline of manufacture, packaging, storage and defects of the following milk products: Cream, Malai, Dahi /Curd, yoghurt, Channa / Paneer, Cheese, Ice cream , Frozen desserts, Evaporated milk, Condensed milk, Milk powder, Butter, Ghee, Chakka and Shrikhand, Indigenous milk productsFoods for infant nutritionMarket milk: collection of milk- cooling and transportation– filtration/clarification- standardization- homogenization - pasteurization- UHT - sterilization- packagingTests for milk quality and detection of adulterants- dairy plant and equipment hygiene and sanitationWhey products, Edible casein products
Constitution and Civil Rights
Sec 7
Constituent Assembly – Preamble - Fundamental Rights – Directive principles – Fundamental Duties – Citizenship – Constitutional Amendments – Panchayath Raj – Constitutional Institutions and their Functions - Emergency- Union List- State List – Concurrent List
Food Safety and Allied Laws
Sec 8
Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 : Definitions- Cognizance of offences by Magistrate, S.190 - Complaints to Magistrate, SS. 200 to 203 – Trial of Sessions cases, SS. 225 to 237 – Trial of Warrant Cases, SS.238 to 250- Trial of Summons Cases, SS. 251 to 259 – Summary Trial, SS. 260 to 265- Appeal, SS. 372 to 394 –Bail and Bonds, SS. 436 to 450Indian Evidence Act, 1872: Definitions- Expert Evidence, S.45 – Documentary Evidence, SS. 61 to 78The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006; Rules and Regulations : Definitions - Authorities and Officers - Constitution, Functions and Powers –General Provisions as to Articles of Food, Ch. IV , SS.19 to 24- Prohibition Orders- Procedure for Investigation and Launching Prosecutions - Analysis of Food – Offences and Penalties – Defences – Adjudication
Agricultural Sciences
Sec 9
Edible mushroomsFruits and vegetables- cleaning and grading, methods of grading, equipment for grading of fruits and vegetablesFumigation, baits, baiting and rat proofingMaturity indices and harvesting of vegetablesPost harvest handling : Physiology of maturity, ripening and senescence in cereals, pulses, fruits and vegetablesPost harvest losses, phases of loss and measures to reduce the lossesRodent management : principles and methods of control; Rodenticides - acute poisons, chronic poisons, fumigantsSize reduction- Principles and equipment for size reductionStorage, grain storage, types of storage structures- traditional, improved and modern storage structuresStored product pests and their management – preventive and curative methods
General English
Sec 10
Active and Passive VoiceAgreement of Subject and VerbComparison of AdjectivesConfusing Adjectives and AdverbsCorrect usage of ArticlesCorrection in SentencesDirect and Indirect SpeechPrepositionsAntonymsGenderIdioms and their meaningsOne word SubstitutesProblem concerning wordsSingular and PluralSynonyms
Technical
100 Marks
INSPECTING ASSISTANT {Legal Metrology}
The Inspecting Assistant position in the Legal Metrology Department is recruited by the Kerala Public Service Commission. The role involves ensuring legal metrology standards are upheld in trade and business across Kerala, including testing commodities.
75m
5s
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Special Topics ( തസികയെട േജാലി സവഭാവവമായി ബനെപട വിഷയങള )
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Basics of Legal MetrologyInternational and National standards of weights and measures, International organizations & Laboratories of Legal Metrology – OIML, NPL, MINT, RRSL, etc, Measuring Equipments -Length measures, Volume Measures, weighing machines, Screw gauge, vernier caliper, Barometer, Sphygmomanometer, Thermometer and Lactometer. Uncertainity in measurements, precision and accuracy, arising measurements. Needs of Measurement, History of measurement.IMPORTANT SECTIONS AND RULES OF LEGAL METROLOGYRules of Kerala Legal Metrology Enforcement Rules – 2012Rule-14 - Verification and inspection of weight or measure.Rule-15 - Stamping of weight or measure.Rule-16 - Fee for verification.Rule-17 - Collection of fee and deposit into the Treassury.Rule-22 - Use of weight, measure etc.Rule-23 - Certificate of verification to be exhibited.Rule-24 - Penalty for contravention of rules.Rules of Legal Metrology Packaged Commodity Rules – 2011Rule-10 - Declaration of name and address of the manufacturer etc.Rule-6 - Declaration to be made on every package.Rule-7 - Principle display panel-its areas, size and letter etc.Rule-8 - Declration where to appear.SECTIONS OF LEGAL METROLOGY ACT-2009S-17 - Manufacturers. etc. to maintain record and registersS-18 - Declaration on pre-packaged commodities.S-22 - Approval of model.S-24 - Verification and stamping of weight or measure.S-25 - Penalty for use of non-standard weight or measure.S-26 - Penalty for alteration of weight or measure.S-27 - Penalty for manufacture or sale of non-standard weight or measure.S-31 - Penlty for non-production of documents.S-33 - Penalty for use of unverified weight or measure.S-34 - Penalty for sale or delivery of commodities etc, by non-standard weight or measure.S-36 - Penalty for selling non-standard packages.S-44 - Penalty for counter fiting of seals.
GENERAL ENGLISH
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English GrammarActive and Passive voiceAgreement of Subject and Verb.Articles - The Definite and the Indefinite Articles.Correction of SentencesDifferent Parts of Speech.Direct and Indirect SpeechInfinitive and GerundsPrepositionsTag QuestionsTensesTenses in Conditional SentencesThe Use of CorrelativesTypes of Sentences and Interchange of Sentences.Uses of Primary and Modal Auxiliary VerbsVocabularyAntonymsCompound wordsForeign Words and PhrasesIdioms and their MeaningsOne Word SubstitutesPhrasal VerbsSingular & Plural, Change of Gender, Collective NounsSpelling TestSynonymsWord formation from other words and use of prefix or suffixWords often confused
െപാതവിജാനം
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ഇനയന ഭരണഘടനഭരണഘടന നിർമാണ സമിതി, ആമഖം, പൗരതവം- മൗലികാവകാശങള- നിർേദശക തതവങള- മൗലിക കടമകള, ഗവണെമനിെന ഘടകങള, പധാനെപട ഭരണ ഘടനാ േഭദഗതികള(42, 44, 52, 73, 74, 86, 91), പഞായതീരാജ്, ഭരണഘടനാ സാപനങളം അവയെട ചമതലകളം- യണിയനലിസ്- േസറ് ലിസ്- കണകറന് ലിസ്.കമയൂടർ - അടിസാന വിവരങളComputer NetworksNetwork Devices – Media, Switch, Hub, Router, Bridge, Gateway (Uses of each)Types of networks – LAN, WAN, MAN (Features and application area)Cyber Crimes and Cyber LawsIT Act and Other laws (Awareness level)Types of crimes (Awareness level)HardwareInput Devices (Names and uses)Memory devices - Primary and Secondary (Examples, Features)Output Devices (Names and uses/features)InternetE-governanceServices – WWW, E-mail, Search engines (Examples and purposes)Social Media (Examples and features)Web Designing – Browser, HTML (Basics only)SoftwareBasics of programming – Types of instructions (Input, Output, Store, Control transfer) (Languages need not be considered)Classification – System software and Application softwareOperating System – Functions and examplesPopular Application software packages – Word processors, Spreadsheets, Database packages, Presentation, Image editors (Uses, features and fundamental concepts of each)കല , കായികം , സാഹിതയം , സംസ്കാരംകലേകരളതിെല പധാന ദൃശയ-ശാവയകലകള ഇവയെട ഉത്ഭവം, വയാപനം, പരിശീലനം എനിവെകാണ് - പശസമായ സലങള - പശസമായ സാപനങള - പശസരായ വയക്തികള - പശസരായ കലാകാരനമാർ പശസരായ എഴുത്തുകാർകായികംഏഷയന ഗയിംസ്, ആേഫാ ഏഷയന ഗയിംസ്, േകാമണെവലത് ഗയിംസ്, സാഫ് ഗയിംസ്ഇതര വസ്തുതകളഇനയയെട ശേദയമായ പകടനംരാജയങളേവദികളഒളിമിക്സ്അടിസാന വിവരങളഒളിമിക്സില ഇനയയെട ശേദയമായ പകടനങളപധാന േവദികള/ രാജയങളപശസമായ വിജയങള / കായിക താരങളപാര ഒളിമിക്സ്വിനർ ഒളിമിക്സ്ഓരേരാ രാജയതിേനയം േദശീയ കായിക ഇനങള / വിേനാദങളകളികളമായി ബനെപട പധാന പദങളകായികരംഗത് വയക്തിമദപതിപിച്ച േകരളതിേലയം ഇനയയിേലയം േലാകതിേലയം പധാന കായികതാരങള, അവരെട കായിക ഇനങള, അവരെട േനടങള, അവർക് ലഭിച്ചിട്ടുള ബഹുമതികള.ഗയിംസ് ഇനങള - മതരങള - താരങള, േനടങളപധാന അവാർഡുകള - അവാർഡ് േജതാകള - ഓരേരാ അവാർഡും ഏതേമഖലയിെല പകടനതിനാണ് നല്കുനത് എന അറിവ്.പധാന കായിക ഇനങള - പെങടുകന കളികാരെട എണം.പധാന േട്രാഫികള - ബനെപട മതരങള/ കായിക ഇനങള.േദശീയ ഗയിംസ്സംസ്ക്കാരംേകരളതിെല പധാന ആേഘാഷങള, ആേഘാഷങളമായി ബനെപട സലങള പശസമായ ഉതവങള.േകരളതിെല സാംസ്കാരിക േകന്ദ്രങള, ആരാധനാലയങള, സാംസ്കാരിക നായകർ, അവരെട സംഭാവനകളസാഹിതയംഎഴുത്തുകാർ - തൂലികാനാമങള, അപരനാമങളഓരേരാ പസാനതിേലയം പധാനകതികള അവയെട കർതാകളകഥാപാതങള - കതികളജാനപീഠം േനടിയ മലയാളികള - അനബന വസ്തുതകളപധാനെപട അവാർഡുകള / ബഹുമതികളഅവാർഡിനർഹരായ എഴുത്തുകാർകതികളപശസമായ വരികള - കതികള - എഴുത്തുകാർമലയാള പതപവർതനതിെന ആരംഭം, തടകം കറിച്ചവർ, ആനകാലികങളമലയാള സിനിമയെട ഉത്ഭവം, വളർച്ച, നാഴികകല്ലുകള, പധാന സംഭാവനനല്കിയവർ, മലയാള സിനിമയം േദശീയ അവാർഡും.മലയാളതിെല പധാന സാഹിതയ പസാനങള - ആദയകതികള, കർതാകളചരിതംഇനയ: രാഷീയ ചരിതം- ബിടീഷ് ആധിപതയം- ഒനാം സവാതനയസമരം- ഇനയന നാഷണല േകാണഗസിെന രപീകരണം- സവേദശി പസാനം- സാമഹയപരിഷരണ പസാനങള- വർതമാനപതങള- സവാതനയസമരചരിതകാലെത സാഹിതയവം കലയം- സവാതനയ സമരവം മഹാതാഗാനിയം- ഇനയയെട സവാതനയാനനര കാലഘടം- സംസാനങളെട പന: –സംഘടന ശാസ വിദയാഭയാസ സാേങതിക േമഖലയിെല പേരാഗതി- വിേദശ നയം.േകരളം- യേറാപയനമാരെട വരവ്- –യേറാപയനമാരെട സംഭാവന മാർതാണവർമമതലശീചിതിരതിരനാളവെര തിരവിതാംകറിെന ചരിതം- സാമഹയ, മത, നേവാതാന പസാനങള - േകരളതിെല േദശീയ പസാനങള- േകരള ചരിതതിെന സാഹിതയ േസാതസകള- ഐകയേകരള പസാനം- 1956-ന േശഷമള േകരളതിെന സാമഹയരാഷീയ ചരിതം.േലാകം: - ഇംഗണിെല മഹതായ വിപവം(Great Revolution) - അേമരികന സവാതനയ സമരം- ഫഞ് വിപവം- റഷയന വിപവം- ൈചനീസ് വിപവം- രണാം േലാക മഹായദാനനര രാഷീയ ചരിതം- ഐകയരാഷസംഘടന, മറ് അനാരാഷ സംഘടനകളജീവശാസവം െപാതജന ആേരാഗയവംഅടിസാന ആേരാഗയ വിജാനംജീവകങളം ധാതകളം അവയെട അപരയാപതാ േരാഗങളംജീവിതൈശലീേരാഗങളപരിസിതിയം പരിസിതി പശങളംമനഷയ ശരീരെതകറിചളെപാതഅറിവ്സാംകമിക േരാഗങളം േരാഗകാരികളംേകരളതിെല ആേരാഗയേകമ പവർതനങളധനതതവ ശാസംഇനയ: സാമതിക രംഗം, പഞവതര പദതികള, പാനിംഗ് കമീഷള, നീതി ആേയാഗ്, നവസാമതിക പരിഷാരങള, ധനകാരയ സാപനങള, കാർഷികവിളകള, ധാതകള, ഹരിതവിപവം.ഭമിശാസംഇനയ: ഭപകതി- സംസാനങള അവയെട സവിേശഷതകള- ഉതരപർവത േമഖല, നദികള, ഉതരമഹാസമതലം, ഉപദവീപീയ പീഠഭമി, തീരേദശം, – കാലാവസ സവാഭാവിക സസയപകതി- കഷി- ധാതകളം വയവസായവം- ഊർജേസാതസകള- േറാഡ്- ജല- െറയില-േവയാമ ഗതാഗതസംവിധാനങളഭമിശാസതിെന അടിസാന തതവങള- –ഭമിയെട ഘടന അനരീകം, പാറകള, ഭൗേമാപരിതലം, അനരീക മർദവം കാറം, താപനിലയം ഋതകളം, ആേഗാളപശങള- ആേഗാളതാപനം- വിവിധതരം മലിനീകരണങള, മാപകള- േടാേപാഗഫിക് മാപകള, അടയാളങള, വിദരസംേവദനം- ഭമിശാസപരമായ വിവരസംവിധാനം, മഹാസമദങള, സമദചലനങള, ഭഖണങള, േലാകരാഷങളം അവയെട സവിേശഷതകളംേകരളം: ഭപകതി- ജിലകള, സവിേശഷതകള- നദികള- കാലാവസ – സവാഭാവിക സസയപകതി- വനയജീവി- കഷിയം ഗേവഷണ സാപനങളം- ധാതകളം വയവസായവം- ഊർജ േസാതസകള- േറാഡ്- ജല- െറയില- േവയാമ ഗതാഗതസംവിധാനങളഭൗതിക ശാസംഇലേക്ട്രാണിക്സ് -അടിസാന വിവരങള – കപാസിററുകള, റസിസറുകള, ട്രാനേസ്ഫാർമറുകള, ഡേയാഡുകള, ട്രേയാഡുകള, ട്രാനസിസറുകളഗുരതവാകർഷണം - അഭിേകന്ദ്ര ബലം, അപേകന്ദ്രബലം, ഉപഗഹങള – പാലായന പേവഗം, പിണവം ഭാരവം - 'g' യെട മലയം - ഭമിയെട വിവിധസലങളില 'g'യെട മലയം.ചലനം - നയൂടെന ചലന നിയമങള - മനാം ചലന നിയമം - ആകം - െപാജൈക്ടൈല േമാഷന – മനാം ചലന നിയമം ഉപേയാഗെപടുത്തുന സന്ദർഭങള, ISRO യെട ബഹിരാകാശ േനടങള.താപം - താപനില - വിവിധതരം െതർേമാമീററുകള, ആർദത -ആേപകിക ആർദത.പകാശം - െലനസ്, ദർപണം - r=2f എന സമവാകയം ഉപേയാഗെപടുതിയള ഗണിതപശങള, പകാശതിെന വിവിധ പതിഭാസങള – മഴവില് - വസ്തുകളെട വിവിധ വർണങള , ഇലേക്ട്രാമാഗ്നറിക് െസ്പെക്ട്രം- IR Rays – UV Rays – X-Rays- േഫാേടാ ഇലക്ട്രിക് ഇഫക്റ്റ് .പവർതി - ഊർജം - പവർ – ഗണിത പശങള, ഉേതാലകങള, വിവിധതരം ഉേതാലകങള.ബലം - വിവിധ തരം ബലങള - ഘർഷണം - ഘർഷണതിെന ഉപേയാഗങളം േദാഷങളം, ദാവക മർദം - പവകമ ബലം - ആർകമിഡീസ് തതവം - പാസ്ക്കല നിയമം - സാന്ദ്രത – ആേപകിക സാന്ദ്രത - അഡ്ഹിഷന െകാഹീഷന ബലങള – േകശിക ഉയർച്ച – വിസ്കസ് ബലം - പതല ബലം.ഭൗതീക ശാസതിെന ശാഖകള, ദവയം - യണിറ്, അളവകളം േതാതം.ശബ്ദം - വിവിധ തരം തരംഗങള – വയതയസ മാധയമങളില പകാശതിെന പേവഗം, അനരണനം, ആവർതന പതിപതനം.രസതനംആറം - തനമാത - ദവയതിെന വിവിധ അവസകള -രപാനരതവം - വാതക നിയമങള – അകവാറീജിയ.മലകങള – ആവർതനപടിക - േലാഹങളം അേലാഹങളം - രാസ - ഭൗതിക മാറങള - രാസപവർതനങള – ലായനികള, മിശിതങള, സംയക്തങള.േലാഹങള - അേലാഹങള – േലാഹസങരങള, ആസിഡും ആലകലിയം - pH മലയം - ആലകേലായിഡുകള.േകരളം - ഭരണവം ഭരണസംവിധാനങളംേകരളം- സംസാന സിവില സർവീസ്, ഭരണഘടനാ സാപനങള, വിവിധ കമീഷനകള, സാമഹിക സാമതിക വാണിജയ ആസതണ അടിസാന വിവരങള, ദരന നിവാരണ അേതാറിറി, തണീർതട സംരകണം, െതാഴിലം േജാലിയം, േദശീയ ഗാമീണ െതാഴില പദതികള, ഭപരിഷരണങള, സീകള, കടികള, മതിർന പൗരനമാർ എനിവരെട സംരകണം, സാമഹയേകമം, സാമഹയ സരകിതതവം
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കനഡAntonymsCorrect SentenceEquivalent WordFeminine Gender, Masculine GenderIdioms and ProverbsJoin the WordNumberOne Word / Single Word / One Word SubstitutionSort and WriteSynonymsTranslationWord Purity / Correct Wordതമിഴ്Adding PhrasesAntonyms / OppositeCorrect Structure of SentenceCorrect WordEqual WordGender Classification – Feminine, MasculineJoin the WordPhrases and ProverbsSeparateSingle WordSingular, PluralSynonymsTranslationമലയാളംഒറപദംഘടക പദം (വാകയം േചർെതഴുതക)പദശുദിപരയായംപരിഭാഷപിരിെച്ചഴുതലവചനംവാകയശുദിവിപരീത പദംസമാനപദംസീലിംഗം പലിംഗംേചർെതഴുതകൈശലികള പഴെഞാല്ലുകള
ലഘഗണിതവം, മാനസിക േശഷിയം നിരീകണപാടവ പരിേശാധനയം
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മാനസിക േശഷിയം നിരീകണപാടവ പരിേശാധനയംഒറയാെന കെണത്തുക (Odd man out)കടുംബ ബനങള (Family Relations)കലണറും തീയതിയം (Date and Calendar)ക്ല റിക ല േശ ഷി പരിേശാ ധിക ന തിന ള േചാ ദ യങ ള (Clerical Ability)ഗണിത ചിഹ്നങള ഉപേയാഗിചള പശങള (Problems on Mathematics Signs)ദിശാവേബാധം ( Sense of Direction)സംഖയാവേലാകന പശങളസമാന ബനങള (Analogy- Word Analogy, Alphabet Analogy, Number Analogy)സാന നിർണയ പരിേശാധനേകാഡിംഗും ഡീേകാഡിംഗും (Coding and De Coding)േക്ലാകിെല സമയവം പതിബിംബവം (Time in a clock and its reflection)േക്ലാകിെല സമയവം േകാണളവം (Time and Angles)േശണികള സംഖയാ േശണികള, അകര േശണികള (Series)ലഘ ഗണിതംGeometryTrigonometryഅംശബനവം അനപാതവം (Ratio and Proportion)കതയങങള (Laws of Exponents)ജയാമിതീയ രപങളെട ചറളവ്, വിസീർണം, വയാപം തടങിയവ (Mensuration)ഭിനസംഖയകളം ദശാംശ സംഖയകളം (Fraction and Decimal Numbers)ലാഭവം നഷ്ടവം (Profit and Loss)ശതമാനം (Percentage)ശരാശരി (Average)സംഖയകളം അടിസാന കിയകളം (Numbers and Basic Operations)സമയവം ദരവം (Time and Distance)സമയവം പവൃതിയം (Time and Work)സാധാരണ പലിശയം കട്ടുപലിശയം (Simple and Compound Interest)േപാേഗഷനകള (Progressions)
Technical
100 Marks
Motor Transport Sub Inspector (Trainee)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Motor Transport Sub Inspector (Trainee) in the Police (Motor Transport Wing) Department, requiring specialized knowledge in Mechanical and Automobile Engineering.
75m
2s
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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 1
ALLOWANCES ON PATTERNCLASSIFICATION OF GAUGESCOMPARATORSDEFECTS OF WELDINGFITTINGFORGING OPERATIONSFOUNDRYGAS WELDINGHeat treatmentLATHEMEASURING INSTRUMENTSMETAL CUTTINGMETALS AND ALLOYSPROPERTIES OF MATERIALSTESTING OF MATERIALSWELDINGFLUID PRESSURE AND ITS MEASUREMENTSFRICTIONLOSSES OF HEAD IN PIPESNOTCHESORIFICESPROPERTIES OF FLUIDSPUMPSSTRESS AND STRAINBOILERCLASSIFICATION OF COOLING SYSTEMSDIFFERENT TYPES OF OWNERSHIPDifferentiate IC and EC engine, working four stroke petrol and diesel engine, two stroke petrol and diesel engine, comparison of petrol and diesel engine, comparison of four stroke and two stroke engine. Functions of carburetor and fuel injector.FUNDAMENTALS OF THERMODYNAMICSGOVERNING OF IC ENGINESINCENTIVESMANAGEMENTOBJECTIVES OF TRAININGORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTUREPOWER PLANTSPROPERTIES OF STEAMREFRIGERATIONRENEWABLE SOURCE OF ENERGYSTEAM CONDENSERSTRANSMISSION SYSTEMSWAGES
AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING
Sec 2
Constructional details of IC EnginesFuel SystemLubrication and Cooling SystemBrake SystemChassis and frameSteering SystemSuspension SystemElectrical SystemTransmission systemWheelsAutomobile pollution and controlFuel injection system in Petrol engine and Diesel engineModern vehicle accessories and safety devicesTransportation Management
Technical
100 Marks
Research Officer
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts the Research Officer exam for the State Planning Board. The post requires a Post Graduate Degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or Commerce.
90m
4s
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COMMERCE
Sec 1
Need for coordination – types and techniques for co-ordination – communication channels – role of coordination in organization performance – controlling - features of controlling function – process of controlling - types – relationship between planning and controlling – TQM.Harrod Domar Model – Kaldor Model – Pasinetti Model – Joan Robinson's Model – Meade's neo-classical Model – Solow Model – Feldman Model – Mahalonabis Model – Growth Models in Indian Planning.Formal and informal organization -span of management – basic departmentation – theories of organization – organization structure types – delegation and decentralization – line and staff authority – committees and group decision making – organisational design and change.Importance -steps in planning process – types of plans - barriers to planning – nature of objectives – MBO – Strategies and policies – strategy formulation and implementation – strategic planning process – strategic planning tools – policies and procedures – planning premises – types of premises – making premising effective – decision making – importance – process of decision making – types – limiting factor – decision making techniques.Meaning of Economic planning – need for planning – requisites for successful planning – plan formulation – types – planning techniques – objectives and achievements – planning strategy – resource mobilization – Five Year Plans – Annual Plans – balanced regional development – planning machinery in India and the States – NITI Aayog – State Plans.
ECONOMICS
Sec 2
Development proposals for various development sectors in Kerala - Agriculture – Irrigation – Watershed development – Animal Husbandry – Fisheries- Industries – Health – Drinking water – infrastructure – Forest – Environment – Mining and Geology - Education – Social Welfare, Women and Child Development – Poverty Resolution – SC & ST's – Tourism – Finance (Case study method).Inter-Tier integration of Backward and Forward linkage of projects of one tier with the other tiers of governance – Mechanism adopted to ensure co-ordination between Gram Panchayats and Block Panchayats - Effectiveness of Grama Panchayat to transform its local resources in projectisation (Case study method).Monitoring and Evaluation mechanism of the schemes at micro level.Needs identification – situation analysis, strategy setting, prioritisation and projectisation, Plan Vetting, Plan approval.Three Tier Governance – Gram Panchayat, Block Panchayat and District Panchayat.Vertical and Horizontal integration of Panchayat Raj Institutional plan : Grama Panchayats and Municipalities.12th schedule of the Constitution-Devolution of function-Functionaries – Finance - Freedom of Planning (Participatory) – Local Autonomy.Evolution of decentralised planning-73rd and 74th CAA-Delegation to Devolution.Historical Evolution of Local Governments in Kerala-Important milestones in decentralisation in the post 73rd and 74th Amendment period - Transfer of Responsibilities, personnel and transfer of Resources.Historical Overview-need and objectives of Planning-Types of Planning-Indicative and Perspective Plan-Top down and Bottom up approaches in planning-concept of decentralised planning, Panchayat Raj since independence.Devolution of Functions, Functionaries, Finance and Freedom of planning, Functions - mandatory and Discretionary-obligatory – functional assignments among different tiers of LSGIs – XII Schedule of the constitution – Sector wise distribution of responsibilities.Dual control and job clarity (Case study method).Fiscal Decentralisation – Fiscal devolution – State Finance Commission (SFCs) – Formula – Allocation Appendix IV – other services – Financial planning and Budgeting of tiers of local government, Freedom of Planning – decentralised planning – process of different tiers of the LSGIs – deliberative process – Gramasabha – consultations and discussions – working group functions – situation analysis - Working group reports.Functionaries – transferred from different Line departments to LSGIs - job assignments – duties and responsibilities – issues and challenges.Macro perspectives – Financial Planning at GP level (Case study method), Sources fo financing the plans – Grants in Aid – own fund – State Sponsored Schemes-Centrally sponsored schemes, co-operative finance, Institutional finance, voluntary contribution, benerificiary contribution and others.Advertisement, through Ward Member, Neighbour Hood Self Help Groups (NHGS), Gramasabha – Role of beneficiary and beneficiary committees in Plan implementation, Gramasabha participation.Background of the project – Identification of the target group – Financial analysis – Feasibility studies – Technical analysis-Environmental Impact analysis – Cost benefit analysis – Mode of implementation – implementation plan – Implementing agencies – departments – Officials transferred to LSGIs – Beneficiary groups – NGOs – Activity calender , monitoring :– projection evaluation and review technique (PERT), Monitoring Committee - Transparency and Accountability – Social Auditing, Evaluation: Conventional, Participatory - Concurrent Outcome of the project indicators – quantitative, qualitative, direct, indirect, SMART: (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timely) – Impact study-Financial, Economic, Social, cultural, Gender, Environment, Project level Impact – Beneficiary view point – sector level- Agricultural Projects, Irrigation – Animal Husbandry, Sanitation, Drinking Water, Housing, anganvadies, Tribal Sub Plan (Case study method).Problems identification based on felt needs, Types of project social/commercial projects.
MATHEMATICS
Sec 3
First Order PDE - Curves and Surfaces, Genesis of first order PDE, Classifications of integrals-Linear equation of first order- Pfaffian Differential Equations- Compatible systems- Charpits equations, Jacobi’s method.Second order PDE - Classification of second order PDE - One dimensional wave equations-Vibration of finite string - Vibration of semi infinite string - Vibrations of infinite string, Laplace equations – Boundary value problem, Maximum and minimum principles.Series solutions of first order equations - ordinary point - regular singular point - Gauss’s Hype geometric equations-The point at infinity, Chebyshev polynomials.Solving second order Linear Equations- The method of Undetermined coefficients, The method of variation of parameters, The method of successive approximations and Picards Theorem.Special functions - Legendre polynomials - Bessel’s functions - Gamma functions.Hahn-Banach Theorem and Banach Spaces.Normed Spaces and Continuity of Linear maps.Spectrum of a Bounded Operator – Dual and TransposesUniform Bounded Principle – Closed and Open Mapping Theorems, Bounded inverse TheoremsInvariant subspaces, Definition of eigen values and vectors, Polynomials of operators, Upper triangular matrices of linear operators, Equivalent condition for a set of vectors to give an upper triangular operator,Diagonal matrices, Invariant subspaces on real vector spaces.Linear maps, their null spaces and ranges, Operations on linear maps in the set of all linear maps from one space to another , Rank-Nullity Theorem , Matrix of linear map, its invetibilty.Vector spaces: Definition, Examples and properties, Subspaces, Sum and Direct sum of subspaces, Span and linear independence of vectors, Definition of finite dimensional vector spaces, Bases: Definition and existence, Dimension Theorems.Assignment Problems: Standard assignment problems, Hungarian method for solving an assignment problem.Dynamic Programming: Minimum path, Dynamic Programming problems, Computational economy in DP, serial multistage model, Examples of failure, Decomposition, Backward recursion.Kuhn – Tucker Theory and Non-linear Programming: Lagrangian function, saddle point, Kuhn – Tucker conditions, Primal and dual problems, Quadratic Programming.Linear Programming : Formulation of Linear Programming Models, Graphical solution of Linear Programs in two variables, Linear programs in standard form, basic variable, basic solution, basic feasible solution, Solution of Linear Programming problem using simplex method, Big – M simplex method, The two phase simplex method.Project management; Programme Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT), Critical Path Method (CPM)Transportation Problems: Linear programming formulation, Initial basic feasible solution, degeneracy in basic feasible solution, Modified distribution method, Optimality test.Functions of Bounded Variation and Rectifiable Curves. Properties of monotonic functions, Functions of bounded variation, Total variation, Additive property of total variation, Total variation on [a,x] as a function of x, Function of bounded variation expressed as the difference of increasing functions, Continuous functions of bounded variation, Curves and paths, Rectifiable paths and arc-length, Additive and continuity of arc length, Equivalence of paths, Change of parameter.Sequences of Functions. Point-wise convergence of sequences of functions, Examples of sequences of real-valued functions, Definition of uniform convergence, Uniform convergence and continuity. The Cauchy condition for uniform convergence, Uniform convergence of infinite series of functions, Uniform convergence and Riemann-Stieltjes integration, Non-uniformly convergent series that can be integrated term by term, Uniform convergence and differentiation, Sufficient conditions for uniform convergence of a series.The Riemann-Stieltjles Integral. The definition of Riemann-Steiltjles integral, Linear properties, Integration by parts, Change of variable in a Riemann –Stieltjes integral, Reduction to a Riemann integral, Step functions as integrators, Reduction of a Riemann-Stieltjes integral to a finite sum, Euler’s summation formula, Monotonically increasing integrators, Upper and lower integrals, Additive and linearity properties of upper and lower integrals, Riemann’s condition, Comparison Theorems, Integrators of bounded variation, Sufficient conditions for the existence of Riemann-Stieltjes integrals, Differentiation under the integral sign.
STATISTICS
Sec 4
Point estimation, Sufficiency and minimal sufficiency, Neyman-Pearson factorization theorem, Exponential family of distributions, Unbiased estimation; Completeness, Basu’s Theorem; UMVUE estimators and their characterizations, Methods of finding UMVUE, Rao-Blackwell and Lehmann-Scheffe theorems, UMVUE estimation of parametric function from standard distributions; Fisher information measure and its properties, Lower bound to the variance of an unbiased estimates, Cramer-Rao inequality. Chapman-Robbin’s bound, Bhattacharya bounds, Efficiency, Consistency; Methods of estimation: Method of moments, Maximum likelihood estimators and their properties, Minimum chi-square and its modification, Least square estimation; Location and scale family of distributions; Elements of Bayesian Inference.Basic concepts in distribution theory, Multinomial and bivariate normal distributions and their properties; Multivariate normal distribution, properties, characteristic function, standard characteristics, marginal and conditional distributions, distribution of linear combinations of normal variates; Distribution of quadratic forms in normal variables, distribution of sums and quotient of independent quadratic forms, Cochran’s theorem; Wishart distribution, partitioned Wishart matrix, Distribution of sample dispersion matrix; Hotelling’s T2, Mahalanobi’s D2; Classification problem- classifying to one of k multivariate normal populations, Bayes solution, Fisher’s discriminant function, principal component analysis; canonical variables and canonical correlations, basics of factor analysis and cluster analysis.Ordered and unordered sampling designs, Probability sampling. Simple random sampling with replacement and without replacement. Procedures of selection, Estimation of population mean, total, proportion and variance. Estimation of standard errors of these estimators. Confidence intervals. Determination of sample size. Quota sampling and Snowball sampling; Sampling with varying probabilities: Probability proportional to size (PPS) sampling, Procedure of selecting a PPS sample with and without replacement. Estimation of population mean, total and variance in PPS sampling with replacement. Des Raj ordered estimator, Murthy’s unordered estimator, Horvitz-Thompson estimator and their estimated standard errors .Yates–Grundy estimator, Midzuno-Sen scheme of sampling, IPPS sampling; Stratified random sampling; Systematic sampling; single start linear systematic sampling and multiple start systematic sampling, Circular systematic sampling, Estimation of population mean using auxiliary information: Ratio estimator and its properties, Regression estimator and its properties, Regression estimator with double sampling. Separate and combined regression estimators; Cluster sampling with equal and unequal clusters. Non-sampling errors, Various factors, methods of reducing non-response.Introduction to Stochastic processes, time and state space, classification of stochastic processes, processes with stationary independent increments, Markov process, renewal process, martingales; Markov chains: Definition, transition probability matrix, n-step transition probability, Chapman-Kolmogorov equation, calculation of n-step transition probability and its limit, classification of states, periodicity, recurrence, ergodic chains; stationary distributions, random walk & gambler’s ruin problem; Poisson process, pure birth process, birth and death processes; Stationary processes, strict and weak stationarity, Time Series Analysis: Decomposition of a Time Series, Measurement of Secular Trend, Seasonal Fluctuations, stationary time series: General linear process, Auto covariance, Auto correlation and their properties, Auto covariance generating function, Stationarity and invertibility conditions, Exponential and moving average smoothing.Neyman-Pearson lemma and its applications, most powerful tests, UMP tests, Unbiasedness, UMPU; LMP, LMPU, tests of hypotheses concerning a real parameter, similar regions, Likelihood ratio tests, asymptotic properties, tests concerning normal distribution (one sample and two samples) and binomial distribution; Sequential procedures, SPRT-Wald’s identity- OC and ASN functions, applications to Binomial, Poisson and Normal distributions; Nonparametric tests – Kolmogorov-Smirnov one sample and two sample tests, Sign test, Wilcoxon signed rank test, run test. Median test. Kruskal-Wallis one-way analysis of variance by ranks, Friedman two way analysis of variance by ranks. Kendall’s rank order correlation coefficient and Kendall’s coefficient of concordance as measure of association.
Technical
100 Marks
Technical Assistant
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Technical Assistant in Kerala Agro Machinery Corporation Limited.
120m
3s
#kerala-psc#mechanical-engineering#automobile-engineering#agricultural-engineering#engineering
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AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING
Sec 1
Chassis -Introduction, Constructional details, Types of frame. Frame for 2 wheeler, 3 wheelers, and 4 wheeler, Testing of chassis -Front Axle- Introduction, Types– dead & live axle, trans axles, Construction – material – cross sectionIntroduction - Various components required for a good transmission system. Principle of friction clutches. Constructional features and working of-Single plate dry clutch-Diaphragm clutch, Cone clutchCentrifugal clutch-Semi centrifugal clutch-Vacuum clutch-Hydraulic clutch-Electromagnetic clutch-Overrunning clutches-Multi-plate clutch (dry & wet)-Fluid fly wheel. Clutch disc – constructional details andfunctions of each part, Pressure plate – constructional details and functions of each part. Clutch operating mechanisms.Introduction – Necessity and functions of a gearbox - constructional features & working of – Sliding mesh gearbox-Constant mesh gearbox-Synchro mesh gearbox-Progressive type gearbox – Epicyclic gearbox- Torque converter -Gear selector and shifting mechanisms, 2 Wheeler transmissions-Gear drive, Chain drive-V-matic transmission ,CVT& ECVT-Automatic transmission in cars.Introduction of wheels & tyres-Wheels – wire – spoked wheel, disc wheel, and alloy cast wheel,composite wheel-Wheel specification-Tyres-Tyre specification-Tyre construction(cross sectional details).Tubeless tyre-Tyre treads patterns-Inflation pressure and its effects (both over & under inflation)-Factors affecting tyre performanceIntroduction to Brake Systems-, principle of operation, weight transfer principle, types of brakes–mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, servo brake, Air brake – vacuum brake – fail safe brake – dual brake –anti lock brake, Drum and disc brake system – Internal expanding and externally contracting- Layout of brake system, mechanical Components, hydraulic – master cylinder, types– working principle – wheel cylinder – brake bleeding, brake shoe. Air brake – construction details – working – details components–servo brakes -working of servo brake – types, vacuum and air - disc brake.Introduction to Steering system & steering geometry, Principles of steering, Ackerman , Davis fifth wheel, Steering gear box – types, Worm & roller, worm & sector, Re-circulating ball, Rack & pinion, Steeringlinkages – arrangement – components Power steering – integral – linkage type, Collapsible type steeringcolumn. Wheel alignment – Factors affecting wheel alignment.Introduction to Suspension systems, Types of front suspension for Two, three & four wheeler. Air suspension, Hydro-elastic suspension. Rear Suspension system, Types-.Introduction to springs and Shockabsorbing devices, Types leaf coil, springs & their arrangements, Helper spring, Spring shackle – shacklepin , Telescopic typeShock – absorber, Hydraulic, gas filled type, Mono tube and Twin tube type, Basic suspensionmovements pitching, bouncing, rolling etc.Constructional details of engines: Cylinder block - Single cylinder and multi-cylinder, materials, Water jackets – coolingfins, cylinder liners – wet type and dry type – materials. Cylinder head - Materials,method of fixing the cylinder block, cylinder head gasket, combustion chamber of petrolengines – expansion chambers Pistons - Trunk type pistons, composite pistons – pistonmaterials expansion control in pistons – methods and types of piston -Piston rings - Materials, method of manufacture, types of rings – compression ring, oil ring and special purpose ring Gudgion pin - Types of fastening, material used Connecting rod - Function, materials used big end and small end bearings Crank shaft – different shapes, different crank shaft arrangements Main bearings, Fly wheel functions Types of valves - Poppet, reed valve and disc valve, sodium vapour cooled valves, hydraulic tappet and free valve rotatorsDifferent fuel feed systems, A.C. mechanical pump, S U Electrical pump ,petrol filters and air Cleaners, Carburettors, Simple Carburettors – parts, principle of working, compensation, mixture strength requirement, modern Carburettors, float system, idle and slow speed system, high speed system, Acceleration pump and choke system.Introduction, Types of ignition system – battery coil & magneto – study of coil ignition, Component study of ignition system - Ignition coil, Contact breaker points, Cam angle, Condenser, Distributor, Sparkplug – types, Spark plug specifications, Spark advance & retard mechanism (centrifugal & vacuum),Magneto ignition system - Rotating armature & rotating magnet type, Polar inductor type. C.D. ignition system, Electronic ignition systems, Computer controlled ignition. Distributor less ignition system.Lubrication system: - Properties of lubricating oil, different ratings of lubricating oil, types of engine lubrication- wet and dry sump lubrication, splash and pressure feed systems. Oil pumps – gear type, Vane type, plunger type and lobe type, pressure relief valve, oil pressure indicator Oil coolers, oil filters, oil seals,Crank case ventilation – dilution Cooling system: - Air and water cooling, thermo-syphon and pump circulation system over cooling, under cooling and optimum cooling –Various components in Diesel fuel system – types of fuel injection – air injection and mechanical injection, common rail and unit injection system. Types of combustion chamber in Diesel engines – open, turbulent and pre-combustion chamber, etc Fuel injection – single cylinder and multicylinder. Distributor type pump, rotary type pumps Fuel feed pump and hand priming, diesel fuel filters. Governors – purpose, types – mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic governorsIntroduction to servicing and maintenance of Automobiles - various signs showing the necessity of overhauling engine decarbonizing, vacuum test, compression test and cylinder leakage teat. Causes of excessive lubricating oil consumption. Engine dismantling and assembling. Checking of engine components – causes of cylinder wear- cylinder re boring and honing – linear replacement. Servicing ofvalves. Value adjustment and defects of valves. Piston defects and reconditioning methods. Testing of connecting rods. Defects and reconditioning methods. Measurement of bearing clearance andadjustment of connecting rod bearings. Crank shaft balancing and machining processesServicing of clutch assembly. Fitting of clutch, clutch adjustments. Removal and refitting of trans-axle. Dismantling of propeller shaft and universal joint. Defects in propeller shaft. Servicing of differential andrear axle. Removal of axles in full floating, semi floating and three quarter floating types. Differentialtroubles and adjustments. Tube repair. Causes of tyre wear. Tyre rotation, retreading and balancing of wheels.Servicing of diesel engine – F.I. pump timing and bleeding of diesel fuel system. Testing of Nozzles. Phasing and calibration of F.I. pump. Defects of F.I. pump and Nozzles. Troubles and diagnosis in MPFI and CRDi systems.Servicing of petrol engine – defects in coil ignition system-Testing of ignition system components. Setting of ignition timing-Checking of advancing units. Servicing of spark plug. Trouble shooting of fuel system. Testing of A.C mechanical pump-Tuning of carburettor- Engine tuning
AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING
Sec 2
Types of tillage – Types of tractor drawn implements – Methods of ploughing - Mouldboard plough, its components, uses, adjustments – Disc plough, its components, uses, adjustments – Harrows: types, components and uses – Cultivators: types, components and uses – Puddlers – Bund formers – Rotovators – Sub-soiler - Seed drills: different types, components, seed metering mechanisms, furrow openers, calibration of seed drills - Seed cum fertilizer drill: components, metering mechanisms, furrow openers – Uses of power tillers on farms - Planters: components, uses, different types – Paddy transplanters: types, working, components – Sprayers and dusters: working principle, different types, basic components, type of spray, types of nozzles, types of pumps for spraying, maintenance of sprayers and dusters – Uses and types of Mowers – Reapers: types, components, working, uses – Threshers: types, basic components, working, uses, safety precautions during operation, threshers for different crops – Combine harvesters: types, basic components, working, uses, advantages and disadvantages – Functions and working principle of chaff cutter, forage harvester, potato diggers, groundnut decorticators –Winnowers: types, components, uses – Uses and types of cleaners and graders – Processing machinery for rice: hullers, polishers, grinders - Pumps used on farms, construction and working of centrifugal pumpsSources of farm power – Renewable energy sources and uses farms –Engine power: terminology, calculation and measurement - Power tiller: components, power transmission, clutch, transmission gears, steering clutch / brakes, wheels, power transmission to implements - Tractor: classification of tractors, leading manufacturers, tractor power transmission system, clutch and its types, transmission gears, torque convertor, differential unit and final drive, tractor steering system, braking system, tractor hydraulic system, tractor hitch, PTO, wheels and tyres
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Sec 3
Centrifugal pump - types of casing—piping system of CP—work done- manometric head —efficiencies –discharge –multistage pumps -specific speed of CP-cavitation—priming.– performance curves of centrifugal pumps - comparison of CP & RP –discharge—slip- hydraulic ram—air lift pump—jet pump.Fluid Power– Applications of fluid power – properties of Hydraulic oils -Hydraulic systems- Basic elements – Principles of working of Positive displacement pump – Classifications – Gear pumps- Screw Pump- Vane pumps- Lobe pump. Hydraulic actuators – Classifications – Rotary– Linear motion type – Hydraulic motors –Types of Hydraulic cylinders - single acting- double acting - Hydraulic control elements and components Control valves – Functions – classifications -Hydraulic symbols - Practical applications of hydraulicsImpulse turbines-classification-impulse Turbine-Pelton wheel components - Reaction turbines -components—difference between impulse& reaction—classification of reaction turbines –discharge—power produced-work done—efficiencies—Francis turbine—Kaplan turbine -draft tubes-typesProperties of Fluid- Types of fluids-Ideal- Real- Newtonian and non newtonian – Fluid pressure and its measurement- Fluid pressure at a point – pressure head – Pascal’s law – absolute- gauge- atmospheric and vacuum pressures – measurement of fluid pressure – Piezometer tube – simple manometer – differential manometer – inverted differential manometer –Total pressure – total pressure on immersed surface- Buoyancy –buoyant forces-- Meta centre and meta centric height-– Rate of flow or discharge – equation of continuity of liquid flow – Energy of a liquid in motion – potential energy- kinetic energy- pressure energy- total energy- Total head of liquid in motion – Bernoulli’s equation – assumptions – practical applications of Bernoulli’s equation – Flow through Orifices- Notches- Pipes and Nozzles -Orifices – types of orifices – Vena contracta – coefficient of contraction – coefficient of velocity – coefficient of discharge - Notches – types of notches – loss of head in pipes – major energy losses – minor energy losses – loss of energy due to friction – Darcy’s formula for loss of head in pipes – Chezy’s formula for loss of head in pipesDefinitions of quality- dimensions of quality- ISO 9000 & Installation -Concept and role of ISO 9000, elements of ISO 9000, steps for installation of ISO 9000 - Quality Audit - objectives list the objectives of quality planning Quality management system. TQM - the link between ISO 9000 and TQMImportance of safety in work place -increasing trends in industrial accidents -terminology -factory accident -incident -severity rate -- frequency rate -incidence rate -safety performance index -accident proneness -unsafe acts list the causes of accidents: - Mechanical, Environmental, personnel factors -accident prevention techniques - 4 E'S of accident prevention technique . organizing safety -role of management -safety officers -government norms -factories act of 1948 factories rule 1960 -emergency preparedness and response -precautions to be observed in hazardous situations like toxic ,flammable electrical shock and material handlingPlant location and layout- Factors to be considered in locating industrial plants - plant layout - types of layouts - compare the advantages and disadvantages of each type - factors influencing the plant layout . plant maintenance - types of maintenance –their advantages and disadvantages-cost of maintenance - Material handling -functions and principles of material handling - factors effecting material handlingtypes of material handling equipments.Heat Treatment Processes-Alloys and Phase diagram- types of alloys-Solid solutions- Inter metallic compounds- Mechanical mixture- cooling of alloy- Eutectic- Eutectoid- Peritectic- Peritectoid- Cooling Curve for Pure iron- -iron-carbon equilibrium diagram- constituents of steel from the iron-carbon equilibrium diagram- effect of slow cooling for various composition- TTT diagram-heat treatment process- annealing normalizing- hardening- tempering- martempering- austempering- case hardening (cyaniding- nitriding and carbonizing)-residual stress due to heat treatment- age hardeningMeasuring instruments- precision and non precision instruments- direct reading and indirect measuring instruments- linear measuring instruments-angular measuring instruments and plane surface measuring instruments- line measuring and end measuring devices- Vernier caliper- micrometer (inside, outside, depth and vernier)- vernier height gauge- vernier depth gauge.Metallic and non-metallic properties such as: - Mechanical, physical, and chemical properties Mechanical properties:- strength, hardness, toughness, brittleness, creep, fatigue, stiffness, ductility, malleability, elasticity and plasticity.-Physical properties: - density, viscosity, color, finish, porosity, specific gravity, , fusibility- Thermal properties Magnetic properties- Electrical Properties-Chemical properties: Destructive testing: - tensile and compressive test-Hardness test: -Impact test, Fatigue test and Creep test- Non-destructive testing: - Liquid Penetrant Test (LPT), Radiographic Test (RT), Ultrasonic Testing(UT) -Stress- strain diagram for ductile and brittle materials.Orthogonal cutting and oblique cutting- chip formation -type of chips- cutting speed - feed and depth of cut - tool signature/ nomenclature of the single point cutting tool- properties of various cutting tool materials- machinability- nomenclature of taper shank Twist drill- plain milling cutters. Cutting tool material-lathe -drilling- milling- shaper. Cutting fluids- Lubricants- coolants - requirement- properties- method of application- selection.Welding - classification of welding- advantages and limitation of welding. Arc welding – Principle of arc welding- welded joints - butt- lap –corner-- tee--edge - V- joints- U-joint- symbols as per BIS code. Welding electrodes-selection- Electrode coatings – functions of Electrode coating. Gas welding – Oxy – Acetylene welding- Major advantages and limitations – type of flames –functions and operation of oxy – acetylene cylinders- Defects in welding – causes and remedies of the defects- joints- Soldering and brazing – Comparison between welding- soldering and brazingGears and Gear Trains- Functions of gears - friction wheels - advantages and disadvantages of a gear drive - spur gear nomenclature – Velocity ratio - gear trains - simple gear train - compound gear train - reverted gear train - epicyclic gear train- Functions - classification of bearing- friction in journal bearing -design of thrust bearing considering uniform pressure - flat pivot or foot step bearing-coefficient of friction and bearing characteristic number - heat generated in journal bearingsGovernors and Flywheels Functions of the governors - –terms in governors –Flywheels Functions-comparison with governors – fluctuation of speed, energy, coefficient of fluctuation of speed, energy-Energy stored in flywheelsStrength of solid and hollow shaft - comparisons -power transmitted by shaft – working stresses for shafts -Compare solid and hollow shaft in terms of their weight, strength and stiffness - Couplings-Shaft couplings - requirement - types -design of sleeve or muff coupling - Designation and nomenclature of screw thread - stresses in screwed fastenings due to static loading - initial stresses -stresses due to external forces – Estimation of screw size - stresses due to combined forces - design of cylinder covers.Types of beams - cantilever beam- simply supported beam- over hanging beam- built in beam or fixed beam and continuous beam - types of loading - concentrated or point load- uniformly distributed load and uniformly varying load - shear force and bending moment diagrams - cantilever beams - point load- uniformly distributed load and combination of point load and uniformly distributed load - simply supported beam - point load- uniformly distributed load and combination of point load and uniformly distributed load - maximum bending moment on the section.Types of belts - flat belt, circular belt or rope, V-belt - types of flat belt drives -- velocity ratio - slip - creep - length of an open belt ,crossed belt - power transmitted by a belt -ratio driving tensions for flat belt drive - angle of contact - centrifugal tension – V-belt drive - rope or circular belt drive - chain drive – advantages and disadvantages over belt drive.Types of stresses and strains - tensile and compressive - longitudinal and lateral strain -Poisson's ratio – stress strain diagram- ultimate stress - working stress - factor of safety - Hooks law and Young's modulus –principle of super position- stresses in varying section -stresses in composite section - Shear stress and shear strain - modulus of rigidity - volumetric strain- Young’s Modulus (E)- Bulk Modulus ( K) and Modulus of Rigidity (C) relations.-Thermal Stress and strain - type of friction - static friction- dynamic friction- sliding friction- rolling friction- limiting friction- angle of friction- coefficient of friction- cone of friction - laws of friction. - Static friction and dynamic friction - force analysis of a sliding body resting on a horizontal plane inclined plane --Centre of gravity of section- Centroids - centre of gravity - axis of symmetry and axis of reference – CG of simple geometric sections such as rectangle- triangle- circle and semicircle sections by geometric consideration --Moment of inertia of sections - radius of gyration - methods to find moment of inertia of plane area - parallel axis theorem-perpendicular axis theorem.
Technical
100 Marks
Electrician ||| Overseer Grade I (Electrical) ||| Junior Instructor (Electrician) ||| Training Instructor (Electrician)
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for posts such as Electrician, Overseer Grade I (Electrical), Junior Instructor (Electrician), and Training Instructor (Electrician) in various departments.
90m
10s
#kerala-psc#electrical#electrician#technical#diploma-level
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Fundamentals of AC Systems
Sec 1
ac through resistance, inductance and capacitanceBasic terms – amplitude, frequency, cycle, time period, average value, instantaneous value, rms value, form factor, peak factor – equations and related simple problemsGeneration of ac voltage, Equation of voltagestar and delta connections in 3 phase ac systems – line and phase relationship in star and delta systems
AC Machines
Sec 2
Alternators-construction, principle, emf equation, losses and efficiencySingle phase and FHP motors-single phase induction motor, universal motor, ac series motor, servomotor, stepper motor, split phase motorThree phase induction motor-principle, construction, types, slip, torque, losses, efficiency, power stages, speed control, three phase motor startersThree phase synchronous motorTransformer-construction, principle, types, emf equation, transformation ratio, losses and efficiency, all day efficiency-simple problems
Safety, First Aid, Batteries and Solar Cell
Sec 3
Basic safety requirements, electric shock-requirement for avoiding shock, first aiddetermination of total number of cells required for a given power requirementsinstallation, care and maintenance of batteries and solar cells
Electrostatics and Electromagnetism
Sec 4
Capacitors in series and parallel, Energy stored in a CapacitorCoulomb's law, Permeability, Magnetic Flux, Flux density, Reluctance, mmfFaraday's law of Electromagnetic Induction, Lenz's LawFleming's LawsLaws of Electrostatics, Permittivity, Electric Flux, Flux Density, Potential, Potential Difference – equations and simple problemsLightning Phenomenon, Potential Gradient, Dielectrical StrengthSelf Inductance, Mutual Inductance, Energy stored in an inductor
DC Machines
Sec 5
DC generator – construction, working, classification, emf equation, wave and lap windings, characteristics, simple problemsDC motor - construction, working, types, emf equation, torque-simple problems, various starters, speed control, testing, MG set
Wiring Accessories
Sec 6
Earthing – Pipe and Plate earthingelectrical illuminationFuses-cartridge and HRCsafety devices- MCB, ELCB, RCCBSwitches - SPST, SPDT, TPTT, ICDP, ICTP, Toggle switch, Limit switchVarious wiring systemsWires-single strand and multistrand, current ratings
Digital Electronics
Sec 7
half adder, full adder, flip-flops, shift registers, counters, ADC, DACNumber systems, logic gates-AND, OR, NOT, NAND, NOR, De-morgan's theoremssoldering Techniques
Power Electronics
Sec 8
Half wave and full wave rectifiers with and without filtersoperation and maintenance of inverter, regulated dc power supply, battery charger, UPSUJT relaxations oscillator, FET, JFET, Triac, Diac, IGBT, SCR
Fundamentals of Electricity
Sec 9
Kirchhoff's laws – KCL and KVLOhm's law – Statement, Simple problems related to Ohm's law, Power and EnergyResistance in series and Parallel -Simple problemsVoltage, Current, Resistance, Energy, Power-Definitions and Units
Measurements and measuring instruments
Sec 10
Power factor meter, Synchroscope, TOD meter, CRO, Insulation megger and earth megger, multimeter, CT and PTSingle phase and Three phase power measurement, measurement of resistance, Inductance and CapacitanceVarious types of electrical measuring instruments – Voltmeter, Ammeter, Energy Meter, Wattmeter
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Instructor (Interior Decoration and Designing)
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Junior Instructor (Interior Decoration and Designing) in the Industrial Training Department.
90m
8s
#kerala-psc#junior-instructor#interior-design#industrial-training#technical-education
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FURNITURE IN INTERIORS
Sec 1
Barrier free design -special needs for persons with disabilities in interior design.Classification according to materials used, Functional classification.Importance of anthropometric and ergonomics - ergonomic factors of furniture design-chair-table-work stations; Fitted furniture- its characteristics and application -design of work counters and work stations- Modular furniture.Role of furniture in interior design-furniture styles-ancient Egypt-Mesopotamia-Greece-Etruscan -Rome-Byzantium- Mediaeval-Romanesque-Gothic-quattrocento-cinquecento – Baroque -Settocento-Neoclassical-Directoire-Rococo-empire-Art nouveau-Tudor(Elizabethan era)
CURTAINS, BLINDS AND INDOOR PLANTS
Sec 2
Blinds - roller blinds, Roman blinds, pull-up (balloon) blinds, festoon or Austrian blinds, match stick or pinoleum blinds, bamboo blinds, venetian blinds, vertical louvre blinds.Curtains and drapes - function-terminology-materials- different types-Grommet Curtains (Eyelet), Sheer Curtains, Rod Pocket Curtains, Tab Top Curtains, Pelmets and Valances, Window Scarf, Cafe Curtains, Pleated Drapes- Pinch Pleat Drapes, Goblet Pleat Drapes, Pencil Pleat Drapes, Cartridge Pleat Drapes, Tuxedo Pleat Drapes, Box Pleat Drapes.Role of plants in interior landscaping- Functions of indoor plants, the ideal indoor plant, Ideal conditions for an indoor plant, Selection of plants for various interiors.
ELEMENTS OF INTERIOR DESIGN
Sec 3
Colour- Definition, Qualities- hue, value and intensity; Tint and shade; Classification of colours on the colour wheel- primary, secondary and tertiary colours; Warm and cool colours, light, dark and dull colours; Colour schemes- Related colour scheme- Monochromatic and analogous colour schemes; Contrasting colour scheme- complementary, double complementary, split complementary; triad; Psychological effect of colours.Definition of interior design-Differentiate between interior design and interior decoration, role of interior designer.Elements of interior design –point - line- curved line and straight line – horizontal, vertical and diagonal – plane- base plane, wall plane, overhead plane- Form- geometric and natural-shape – square, rectangle, triangle, circle-their role in visual perception.Texture- Definition, tactile and visual textures, explanation of rough and smooth textures- their role in visual perception.
ARCHITECTURAL SPACE
Sec 4
Definition of space, interior space, exterior space, transitional space; Characteristics of interior space-Quantity and Quality;Psychological effect of interior space-people's response to specific spatial factors like size, shape, color, illumination, windows, space organization and furnishings.Space modulation- definition, structural alteration – removing or adding walls, ceiling, windows, doors; qualitative alteration – expanding and lessening space using colour, texture, pattern, mirror, furnishings.
LIGHTING IN INTERIORS
Sec 5
Different types of lighting arrangements - Direct lighting- Angular lighting- Down lighting- Eyeball fitting-Track lighting -Shade lighting; Indirect lighting – cove lighting - valance lighting – cornice lighting.Light-Introduction of natural and artificial light – importance of artificial lighting- different types of artificial lighting-general, task and accent.Lighting for different spaces – living room, dining, bed, kids’ room, bathroom, kitchen, study, corridor, stair, cafeteria, restaurant, entrance hall/lobby of hotel, etc.Types of lamps - Incandescent, Tungsten halogen, Florescent, Mercury, Sodium vapour, LED.
ENCLOSING AND TRANSITIONAL ELEMENTS
Sec 6
Doors: Framed and paneled door, Glazed door, Flush door, Louvre door, Wire gauged door, Revolving, Sliding (Aluminium), Swing door.Enclosing elements: Wall, Ceiling, Floor- their functions, forms and role in visual perception.Stairs: Requirement and placement of good Staircase- Basic terminology of R.C.C. Stair - Types of stairs-Straight, Quarter turn, Half turn (Dog legged), Three quarter turn, Bifurcated, Open newel, Geometrical, Circular, Spiral.Transition elements: Doors, windows, stairs and corridor.Windows: Casement window, Sliding window, Sash window, Louvre window, Bay window, Corner window, Dormer window, Gable window, Sky light window.
MATERIALS FOR INTERIORS
Sec 7
Finishing materials for ceiling- acoustic tiles, wood, plaster of Paris, thermocole.Finishing materials for floors- Hard flooring – wood, stone, tile and resilient flooring; Soft flooring – carpets and rugs – carpet installation.Finishing materials for walls – wood paneling, vinyl, stone, marble, plaster, cladding, paint, texturing, ceramic tiles, wall paper, plastic laminates.Finishing materials- for walls, floor and ceiling - criteria of selection, functional and aesthetic criteria, method of application.Role of fabric in interiors – Fabrics for Wall, Floor, Ceiling, Furniture, Openings.
PRINCIPLES OF INTERIOR DESIGN
Sec 8
Practical applications – role of form, colour, texture and light in creating balance, harmony, contrast, rhythm, etc.Principles- Balance-symmetrical, asymmetrical, radial- Proportion –Scale – Harmony (unity)-Contrast-Rhythm-Emphasis.Proportioning Systems- Golden section-Orders- Modulor-Ken-Anthropometric proportions.
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Instructor (Painter General)
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Junior Instructor (Painter General) in the Industrial Training Department. These instructor posts are for Industrial Training Institutes all over Kerala.
90m
10s
#kerala-psc#industrial-training#painter-general#trade-level#technical-education
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Method of paintings (Metal,Wood & Wall)
Sec 1
Brush paintingPowder coatingRoller paintingSpary paintingStencil painting
Allied trades
Sec 2
Carpentary hand tools and simple jointsPlumping hand tools and fittingsSheet metal hand tools and simple joints
Painting defects & Remedies
Sec 3
Chalking , Peeling, Blistering ,Wrinkling, Fading , Cracking ,Orange peel ,etc.
Surface preparation (Metal ,Wood & Wall)
Sec 4
Chemical cleaningCorrosionHand cleaningMechanical cleaning
Painting tools
Sec 5
Cleaning toolsSpray GunsVarious brushes
Safety precautions
Sec 6
Colour code of different pipe linesPersonnel Protective EquipmentSafety related to paintingSafety signs
Free hand drawing and Colouring
Sec 7
ColoursDrawing papersDrawing pencils
Basic computer knowledge
Sec 8
Corel drawDTPPhoto shop
Types of paints
Sec 9
Ingredients of paintsOil base paintsVarnish and polishWater base paints
Quality testing for various paints and painted films
Sec 10
Viscosity, Dry film thickness , Weight per litre , Gloss finsh , etc..
Technical
100 Marks
Analyst Gr.III
The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) conducts the Analyst Grade 3 Exam to recruit qualified candidates for government roles in chemical analysis laboratories, public health departments, and other state-run institutions. This role involves performing chemical analyses and quality checks to ensure public health and safety.
120m
10s
#kerala-psc#pharmaceutical-analysis#chemistry#microbiology#pharmacology
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PHARMACEUTICAL JURISPRUDENCE
Sec 1
A.I.C.T.E. Act.Drugs Prices Control Order.Factories Act.Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act.Minimum Wages Act.Patents Act.Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.Prevention of Food Adulteration Act and Rules.States Shops and Establishments Act.The Poisons ActTrade and Merchandise marks Act.Drugs and Cosmetics Act.Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act.Medicinal and Toilet preparations (Excise Duties) Act and Rules.Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act.Pharmacy Act.Drug tragedies. Drug poisoning, drug accidents and drugs in suicides. Committee reports on drug accidents. Trade names. Combination preparations, banned drugs & combinations. Newly introduced and out dated drugs. Important case decisions published in drug cases relating to various topics covered in the subject.Introduction : Definition and scope of Forensic pharmacy. Pharmaceutical legislation in India. Historical developments. Pharmacist's role in drug treatment and drug usage. Pharmacist as a member of the Health Care Scheme. Professional ethics in Pharmacy practice. Legal and ethical responsibilities of pharmacists.
PHARMACOGNOSY
Sec 2
Adulteration and evaluation of crude drugs. Standards for herbal formulations. WHO guidelines in evaluation of drugsBiological sources, preparation, identification tests and uses of the following enzymes: Diastase, Papain, Bromalein, MaltaseEstimation of phytopharmaceuticals : Atropine, Quinine, Curcumine, Aloin, CaffeineGeneral techniques of biosynthetic studies and basic metabolic pathways. Brief introduction to biogenesis of secondary metabolites of pharmaceutical importance.Shikimic acid pathway, Acetate mevalonate Pathway, Isoprenoid synthesisHerbaceous health foods.Herbal cosmetics – including classifications with examples, standards and biological sources, chemical constituents and uses of at least 10 drugs used in herbal cosmeticsIntroduction to alternative systems of medicine The Holistic concept of drug administration in traditional system of medicine. Introduction to Ayurvedic preparations like Asavas, Gutikas, Tailas, Choornas, Lehyas and Bhasmas.Introduction to herbal drug technology. Development and evaluation of herbal formulationsIntroduction, classification and study of different chromatographic methods and their application in evaluation of herbal drugs.Marine pharmacognosy, novel medicinal agents from marine sources.Patenting of Herbal DrugsPhysicochemical evaluation of crude drugs and formulations including ash values, extractive values, refractive indexPlant allergens and allergenic substances. Classification and preparation of allergenic extracts.Preparation of the extracts and various extraction techniques including supper critical fluid extraction.Protein containing drugs: Gelatin, Collagen, spirulinaStudies of traditional drugs, common vernacular names, botanical sources, morphology, and chemical nature of chief constituents, pharmacology, categories and common uses and marketed formulations of indigenous drugs: Amla, Kantakari, Satavari, Tylophora, Bhilwa, Arjuna, Asokha,Kalijiri, Rasna, Punarnava, Apmarg, Gokhru, Shankapushpi, Brahmi, Methi, Lahsun, Palash, Guggal, Gymnema, Shilajit ,Chitrak, Sida and Neem.Study of the biological sources, commercial varieties, chemical constituents, substitutes, adulterants, uses, diagnostic, macroscopic and microscopic features and specific chemical tests of the following groups of drugs containing glycosides: Saponins: Liquorice*#, Ginseng, Dioscorea* and Sarasparilla Cardioactive sterols: Digitalis*#, Squill*, Strophanthus, Thevetia# Anthrquinone cathartics: Aloes*, Senna*#, Rhubarb and Cascara. Others: Psorelea, Gentian*, Saffron* and Quassia.Systematic study of source, commercial varieties, chemical constituents, adulterants, uses, diagnostic macroscopic and microscopic features and specific chemical tests of following alkaloid containing drugs: Tropane: Belladonna*#, Hyoscyamus, Datura*#, Coca and Withania. Quinoline & Isoquinoline: Cinchona*#, Ipecac#, Opium*. Indole: Ergot*, Rauwolfia*#, Catharanthus# and Physostigma. Imidazole: Pilocarpine. Steroidal: Veratrum and Kurchi*. Alkaloidal amines: Ephedra*# and Colchicum*. Glycoalkaloid: Solanum Purines: Coffee* and Tea* (Cultivation, collection of drugs marked * only) (Detailed microscopical studies of drugs marked # only
PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY -II (CHEMISTRY OF NATURAL PRODUCTS)
Sec 3
Alkaloids Introduction, Chemical classification, general isolation, Structural elucidation of alkaloids-General methods, chemistry Structural elucidation and pharmacological activity of Atropine, morphine, &ephedrine Identification of alkaloids by specific colour testsCarbohydrates: Definition, classification, nomenclature, structure of sucrose, maltose, lactose, properties of sucrose, glycosidic linkage, non reducing nature; structure of starch, cellulose, cellulose derivatives and deoxy sugars. A brief account on pharmaceutical importance of various carbohydrates.Estimation of drugs coming under alkaloids, antibiotics, vitamins & other pharmaceutically significant products of natural origin.Fats &Oils: Introduction, Analytical constant of fats &oils, methods for their determination & significance. Determination of chemical constituents of fats & oils (Acid value, Saponification value, Iodine value , Acetyl value and peroxide value of fixed oils)Glycosides: Introduction, Chemistry of Cardiac glycosides including their chemical structures with SAR, Chemistry of sapogenins. Test for cardiac glycosides, flavanoides, and their glycosides.Proteins and Amino acids Amino acids: Definition, classification, essential amino acids, configuration, important methods of preparation of amino acids, physical properties-Zwitter ionic nature, isoelectric point, chemical properties, peptides, peptide synthesis and determination of structure of peptides [End group analysis] Proteins: Definition, classification, denaturation, primary, secondary and tertiary structure of proteins. pharmaceutical importance of amino acids, polypeptides and proteins. Analysis of proteins: C-terminal & N- terminal analysis. Synthesis of simple peptidesPurines: Chemistry and structural elucidation of uric acid &caffeine. Inter- relationship of caffeine, theobromine and theophyllineSteroids: Introduction, Nomenclature of steroids, stereochemistry and numbering the ring system. Chemistry of cholesterol, ergosterol, &bile acids. Tests for steroids. Liberman- Burchard test, Salkowski reaction etc.Terpenoids: Introduction, classification, isoprene rules, chemistry and uses of geroniol, alpha-terpineol, camphor, ionones.Vitamins: Classification, structural elucidation, chemistry and pharmaceutical uses of vitamin A, D, B1, B2, B6 and C.
PHARMACEUTICAL ANALYSIS II (MODERN METHODS OF PHARMACEUTICAL ANALYSIS)
Sec 4
Amperometry: Amperometric titrations with one polarized electrode, general procedure, titration curves and applications.Column chromatography: Adsorption and Partition theory, preparation, procedure and methods of detection.Counter current extraction, ultra centrifugation and gel filtration.Gas Chromatography: Introduction, fundamentals of column operation and detection.HPLC and HPTLC.Ion Exchangers: Types of exchangers, mechanism of ion exchange and column operation.Paper chromatography: Theory of partition, different techniques employed and different grades of papers used, quantitative and qualitative detection.Thin layer chromatography: Theoretical consideration, preparation, procedure and detection of compounds.Conductometric titrations: Basic concepts, different types of conductometric titrations, apparatus used and applications in Pharmaceutical Analysis.Electrophoresis: Principle, instrumentation and application.Polarography: Basic concept, theoretical considerations, Basic instrumentation, apparatus, principles, general polarography analysis and applications in pharmaceutical analysis.Potentiometric titrations: Introduction, Electrochemical cells, half-cells, electrodes, measurement of potential and application in pharmaceutical analysis.GLP, ISO 9000, TQM, Quality Review, quality documentation and International Conference of Harmonization (ICH).Regulatory control, regulatory drug analysis and interpretation of analytical data.Validation, quality audit, quality of equipment, validation of equipment and validation of analytical procedures.Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy.Emission Spectroscopy.Flame Photometry.Fluorimetry.Infrared Spectrophotometry.Mass Spectrometry.Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy including 13C-NMR.Radio Immuno AssayUV and Visible Spectrophotometry.X-ray diffraction.Theoretical consideration and application in drug analysis and quality control of the following analytical techniques.Thermal Analysis: Basic Concepts and Applications in Pharmaceutical Analysis.Turbidimetry and Nephelometry: (1 hour) Theory of light scattering, Nephelometry, Turbidimetry for Practical Analysis of dispersions, study of the working principles of instrument used for analysis and applications in Pharmacy.
PHARMACOLOGY -II & CLINICAL PHARMACY
Sec 5
AnthelminticsAnti HIV agents and therapy of AIDSAnti protozoal agentsAntifungal agentsAntitubercular agents and Pharmacotherapy of tuberculosisAntiviral agent-Drugs in different viral infections,non selective antiviral drugsChemotherapy of neoplastic disease: Cell cycle kinetics, Genesis of cancer cells, Characteristics of cancer cells, Antineoplastic agents.Classification including recent drugs, Mechanism of action, Spectrum of activity, Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics, Adverse effects , Drug interactions, Contra indications, Clinical uses& Preparations and dosages of the following :- Sulphonamides, quinolones, pencillins, cephalosporins, Monobactams, tetracyclines, Chloramphenicol, polypeptide antibiotics, macrolide antibiotics, Aminoglycoside antibiotics, Monobactams, Lincosamides, Oxazolidinones, Urinary antiseptics., Antiseptics and disinfectantsHistory of Chemotherapy. Bacterial resistance, combined use of antimicrobials, prophylactic use of antimicrobials. Classification based on mechanism of action of antimicrobial agentsPharmacotherapy of Urinary tract infection, Upper respiratory tract infection, Enteric infection.Adverse drug reactions: Detection, monitoring & reporting of ADRs.Cardiovascular disorders : Hypertension, Congestive heart failure, Angina, Acute Myocardial infraction , Cardiac arrhythmiasCentral nervous disorders : Epilepsy, Parkinsonism, Schizophrenia, DepressionEndocrine disorders : Diabetes mellitus, Thyroid disordersGastro intestinal disorders : Peptic ulcer, Ulcerative colitis, Hepatitis, CirrhosisHemopoietic disorders : Anaemias,Infectious disorders : Tuberculosis, Urinary tract infections, Enteric infection, Upper respiratory tract infection & HIVJoint & connective disorders : Rheumatic diseases, OsteoporosisNeoplastic disorders : Acute leukaemias, Hodgkins disease& carcinoma of breast.Respiratory disorders : Asthma , COPDDosage adjustments in renal failure, hepatic failure. Therapeutic Drug Monitoring. TDM indications for measuring drugs in blood, choice of drugs to be monitored. Timings of measurements, measuring techniques. Clinical applications – Estimation of serum concentration of Digoxin, Theophylline, Gentamycin, Lithium, Phenytoin, Cyclosporin & AmiodaroneDrug use in special population:- infants ,elderly , pregnancy & lactation- therapeutic considerationConcept of Essential drugs and rational drug use.Definition and implications of Evidence based medicine, Practice based research & laboratory based researchDrug & Poison information services Introduction, sources of information, design of literature searches, critical evaluation of drug information and literature. Preparation of written and verbal reports.Drug interactions: clinical significane, potentially dangerous interations, role of pharmacist in identification, assessment and ways to overcome interations.Preparation of drug profiles, leaflets, packaging inserts.Drug discovery and new drug development: a) Approaches to drug discovery, preclinical studies, clinical trials, design, phases and conduct of clinical trial, ethical issues,informed consent, role of placebo, different terminologies related to clinical trial b) Bioinformatics- definition, aim and applications in drug developmentImmunity & hypersensitivity. Chemical mediators of immune response and drugs that block their actionsImmunoglobulins in therapy- Indications, dosage schedule & adverse effects of Human Immunoglobulins, tetanus Immunoglobulins, rabies Immunoglobulins. Proteins and polypeptides as therapeutic agentsImmunosuppressant and immunostimulant drugs.Stem cell therapy-General terminologies, stem cells, cell potency types, types of stem cells, potential uses of stem cells.Vaccine therapy-Different types & mechanism of action Indications, dosage schedule & adverse effects of typhoid vaccine, BCG vaccine, Oral polio vaccine, Rabies vaccine, Hepatitis vaccine, Tetanus toxoidMeasurements in pharmacology: Bioassay:- Principles,indications types and requirements of bioassay Bioassay of insulin, digitalis, adrenaline, acetyl choline, histamine, oxytocin, d-tubocurarine, Antihaemophillic fraction, Heparin Sodium,Diphtheria anti toxin, Anti rabies vaccine. Radioimmunoassay: principles and applicationAlcohols, management of methanol poisoningAnalgesics-antipyretics, narcotic analgesics, Non- steroidal anti- inflammatory agents, antigout remedies, drugs in rheumatoid arthritis.Antiepilepics and pharmacotherapy of epilepsyCNS stimulantsDrugs in Alzheimers diseaseDrugs used in Parkinsonism & Pharmacotherapy of Parkinsonism.General anaesthetics, sedatives & hypnotics, management of barbiturate poisoningManagement of Paracetamol poisoning, morphine poisoning, salicylate poisoning.Pharmacotherapy of gout and hyper-uricemia , rheumatoid arthritisPsychopharmacological agents- antipsychotics, antidepressants, anti-anxiety agents, pharmacotherapy of psychosis and depression.Drugs acting on gastro-intestinal tract- Appetizers,`digestants,carminatives,appetite suppressors , Emetics,antiemetics,antidiarrhoeals, Cathartics, Antacids &Drugs used in the treatment of peptic ulcer. Pharmacotheraapy of constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, peptic ulcer disease.Drugs acting on Skin: Drugs used in skin disorders, sclerosis, melanizing and demelanizing agentsDrugs effecting coagulation of blood -coagulants, anticoagulants, thrombolytic agents, drugs affecting platelet function,Bloodproducts and plasma volume expandersDrugs used in shock, Pharmacotherapy of shockDugs effective in different types of anaemia – Iron defiency anaemia, aplastic anaemia, megaloblastic anaemia. Pharmacotherapy of anaemiasDrugs acting on uterus- Oxytocics, uterine relaxantsDrugs affecting renal function Diuretics & antidiureticsEnzyme in therapy Hyaluronidase, L-asparaginase, seratiopeptidaseHeavy metals and heavy metal antagonistsLocal anaestheticsPharmacology of vitamins. Source, absorption, fate, action, therapeutic uses and adverse effectsTherapeutic gases:Oxygen, Helium, CO2, water vapour
PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY - III (MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY)
Sec 6
Basic Concepts and Applications of Prodrug DesignAdrenergic agents: Adrenaline *, Isoprenaline, Salbutamol*, Naphazoline, Xylometazoline.Adrenergic antagonists: Tolazoline, Prazosin, Propranolol*, Metoprolol*.Anthelmintics: DEC*, Mebendazole*, Niclosamide, IvermectinAntibiotics: Chloramphenicol * Penicillin and Cephalosporins: Methicillin, Ampicillin*, Carbencillin,Cephalexine, Cefachlor, Cefotaxime. Tetracyclines Flouroquinolones: Ciprofloxacin, Norfloxacin. Macrolide Antibiotics: Azithromycin.Anticonvulsants: Phenytoin*, Fosphenytoin, Trimethadione, Ethosuximide, Carbamazepine, Sodium Valproate*, ClonazepamAntidepressants: Imipramine*, Amitryptiline, Doxepine*, FluoxetineAntifungal agents: Griseofulvin, Clotrimazole, Fluconazole, Tolnaftate*.Antihistaminic agents: Diphenhydramine*, Tripelenamine, Chlorpheniramine, Triprolidine, Promethazine*, Cyclizine*, Cetrizine, Astemizole.Antihyperlipidemic Agents: Clofibrate, Niacin, Lovastatin, Ezetimibe.Antihypertensive agents Methyl dopa*, Hydralazine, Diazoxide, Enalapril, Nifedipine, Losartan.Antimalarials. Chloroquine*, Hydroxychloroquine, Mefloquine, Trimethoprim, Sulfadoxine.Antineoplastic agents: Chlorambucil, Cyclophosphamide, Carmustine, Thiotepa, Busulfan, Dacarbazine, Methotrexate*, 6 -mercaptopurine, 5-flourouracil*, Tamoxifen, Cisplatin, AzathioprineAntiprotozoal agents: Metronidazole*, Tinidazole, Diloxanide.Antipsychotics: Chlorpromazine*, Thioridazine, Prochlorperazine*, Chlorprothixene, Thiothixene, Haloperidol, Risperidone.Antipyretics. Aspirin, Salsalate, Paracetamol*Antitubercular agents: INH*, PAS*, Pyrazinamide, Ethionamide.Antiviral agents: Amantadine, Idoxuridine, Acyclovir*, Zidovudine, Saquinavir, Ribavirin.Anxiolytics, Sedatives and Hypnotics: Chlordiazepoxide, Diazepam*, Oxazepam, Alprazolam, Triclofos Sodium, Buspirone.Cholinergic Blocking agents Cyclopentolate*, Dicyclomine*, Clidinium bromide, Propantheline bromideCholinergic Drugs: Acetylcholine, Carbachol*, Neostigmine, Pyridostigmine*.Diuretics Acetazolamide, Hydrochlorthiazide, Furosemide*, Ethacrynic acid, Spironolactone, Triamterene*, Indapamide*.General Anaesthetics: Halothane*, Diethyl ether, Thiopentone Sodium, Thiamylal sodium*, Ketamine.H2 Receptor antagonist and Proton Pump Inhibitors: Cimetidine, Ranitidine, Famotidine, Omeprazole, Pantoprazole.Local Anaesthetics: Benzocaine, Procaine, Lignocaine*, Mepivacaine, Dibucaine*, Phenacaine.Local Anti-infective agents: Liquified Phenol, Benzalkonium chloride, Chlorhexidine.Narcotic Analgesics: Morphine, Codeine, Levorphanol, Pethidine*, Pentazocine.Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents: Oxyphenbutazone, Indomethacin*, Ibuprofen*, Diclofenac, Naproxen, Piroxicam*, Nimesulide.Oral Hypoglycemic agents and Antithyroid drugs: Tolbutamide*, Glipizide, Metformin*, Glimepride, Rosiglitazone, Carbimazole*.Sulfonamides and Sulfones: Sulfacetamide*, Sulfapyridine, Sulfamethoxazole, Sulfamethizole, Silver Sulfadiazine*, Sulfasalazine, Dapsone*, Solapsone.
PHARMACOLOGY- I & BIOPHARMACEUTICS
Sec 7
Compartment models- Definition, One compartment model- IV Bolus, IV Infusion, ExtraVascular administration. Determination of pharmacokinetic parameters from plasma and urine data. Two compartment model- IV Bolus- determination of pharmacokinetic parametersElimination- Biotransformation – phase I and phase II reactions Excretion –Mechanism of renal clearance, Concept of clearance, Clearance ratio, Determination of renal clearance, Dosage adjustment in patient with renal failure, Extraction ratio, Hepatic clearance, Biliary excretion, Entero Hepatic Circulation. Factors affecting elimination.Measurement of Bioavailability- Cmax, t max, AUC. Design of single dose Bioequivalent study, dissolution and disintegrationNon-linear pharmacokinetics- One compartment model IV Bolus administration, MichaelisMenten equation.Dose response relationship-graded and quantitative relationship, LD50, ED50, therapeutic index, therapeutic window, margin of safety Combined effect of drugs-Additive effect, synergism, drug receptor antagonism. Factors modifying drug actionDrug dose & dosage: Fixed dose combination-Advantages & disadvantages. Banned drugsPharmacogenetic variation in drug actionAdverse effects of drugs Adverse drug reactions: Definition and classification, epidemiology, predisposing factors, mechanism of adverse drug reactions, Drug allergy-Mechanism, types and treatment Drug dependence: Tolerance, habituation, addiction, treatmentChronopharmacology Definition of rhythm and cycles, Biological clock and their significance leading to chronotherapyDefinition for acute, sub-acute and chronic toxicity, genotoxicity, Carcinogenicity, teratogenicity and mutagenicity studies. Acute, subacute and chronic toxicity and genotoxicity studies, various organ toxicitiesDefinition of poison, general principles of treatment of poisoning.Drug interactions .Definition, epidemiology, classification & pharmacological mechanisms of drug interactions with suitable examples and managementPharmacology of drugs in special groups- Pregnancy, lactation pediatrics and elderlyRational use of medications, rational prescribing irrationalities in prescription P drug concept and P treatment, essential drugs, spurious drugs, expiry dates of medicationAutocoids and their antagonists. Histamin, antihistamins, 5HT, 5HT blockers. Renin -Angiotensin system and drugs modifying it. Kinins, enkephalins, prostaglandins and other polypeptidesAnti-hypertensive drugs and pharmacotherapy of hypertensionAntiarrhythmic drugs and pharmacotherapy of cardiac arrhythmias.Cardiac glycosides, management of digitalis toxicity, drugs for heart failure, Pharmacotherapy of heart failure.Hypolipidemic drugs and plasma expandersVasodilators and antianginal drugs and pharmacotherapy of angina pectoris.Adrenergic system –Adrenergic receptors, adrenergic drugs , antiadrenergic drugsCholinergic system –receptors of acetylcholine, cholinergic drugs, anticholineesterases, anticholinergic drugs, ganglionic stimulants and blockers, neuromuscular blocking drugs,drugs in myasthenia gravisOcular pharmacology: Mydriatics, miotics and drugs used in glaucomaDrugs acting on endocrine system: Anterior pituitaty hormones, Thyroid hormones & antithyroid drugs, Parathyroid hormones. Insulin & oral antidiabetic agents, Pharmacotherapy of diabetes mellitus.Adrenal cortical steroids,Gonadotropins, Oestrogens&Progesterones. Antifertility agents &ovulation inducing agents. Androgens, antiandrogens & anabolic steroidsDrugs acting on respiratory tract: mucolytic agents, Antitussives, Expectorants, Drugs for bronchial asthma, Pharmacotherapy of bronchial asthma.
PHARMACEUTICS & MICROBIOLOGY
Sec 8
Blood products and plasma.Capsules: Advantages and disadvantages of capsules. Materials and method of production of hard gelatin capsule, size of capsules, Formulation, method of filling, equipments involved, finishing techniques and evaluation. Storage of capsules. Soft gelatin capsules-shell and capsule content, manufacture, processing and control.An introduction to novel drug delivery systems- Liposomes, niosomes, nanoparticles and osmotically conrolled systems.Micro encapsulationTransdermal drug delivery systems-Formulation and evaluation.Controlled drug delivery systems-Advantages of controlled drug delivery systems.cosmetics for skin and face-vanishing cream, cold cream, face powder.Hair preparation-Shampoo, Hair dyes, depilatories, shaving cream, after shave lotion.Introduction, fundamentals of cosmetic science. Formulation, preparation, packaging and evaluation of following Cosmetics:Nail polish, lipstick, rougeOral hygiene preparation-dentifrices, mouth washes.Extraction and galenical products-Principles and methods of extraction, preparation of infusions, tinctures; Dry, soft and liquid extracts.Antibiotics: Antimicrobial Spectrum and methods used for standardization. Microbial assay of antibiotics.Bacterial Nutrition, cultivation of bacteria. Culture media, its classification with examples. Aerobic and anaerobic culture methods. Isolation of Pure culture.Classification & Structure of Viruses. Cultivation of Viruses, Viral replication. Virus-Host interactions. Bacteriophages, phage typing. Bacteriocins.Introduction to fungi of Medical and pharmaceutical importance. Fungal reproduction and cultivation.Structure of bacterial cell. Endospores and mechanism of spore formation. L forms. Identification methods of microbes; stains and types of staining techniques.Disinfection, factors influencing disinfectants, dynamics of disinfection, Evaluation of Disinfectants.Sterilisation- different methods, validation of sterilisation methods and equipments. Sterility testing of pharmaceutical products as per the I P.Fermentation technology; Basic principlsfo fermentation, isolation and screening of industrially important microbes, types of fermentation, downstream process, Fermenter design and control of different parameters. Fermentation process. Screening of soil for organisms producing antibiotics. Extraction of fermentation products with special reference to Penicillin,alcohol , amylase and Vitamin B12.Antigen – Antibody reactions and their applications.Immunological Preparations: Principles, Antigens and Haptens, Immune System, Cellular and Humoral Immunity, Antibodies, Immunological Tolerance. Hypersensitivity. Active and Passive immunization, Vaccines and Sera, their preparation, standardization and storage. Development of Hybridoma for Monoclonal Antibodies.Introduction to the scope of microbiology,Microscopy-compound, dark field, phase contrast, UV, fluorescence and electron microscopy.Packaging materials. Types of glasses and plastics employed for packing and their evaluation.Pharmaceutical aerosols: components, propellants, containers, valves and actuators, types of aerosol systems, manufacture, quality control, pharmaceutical applications.Pharmaceutical calculations: Posology- Calculation of paediatric doses, enlarging and reducing recipes, percentage solutions, alligations, alcohol dilution, proof spirit.Principles involved and dispensing procedures adopted (Definition, advantages, disadvantages, ingredients, classification, theory, method (s) of preparation, containers and packaging, labeling requirements, storage) for prescription of powders, solutions, aromatic waters, mixtures, emulsions, lotions, liniments, ointments, paints, lozenges, jellies, pastes, suppositoriesProcess validation and performance evaluationAseptic techniques, source of contamination and methods of prevention, design and maintenance of aseptic area-classification, air handling units, laminar airflow units.Formulation details, containers, closures and their selection.Injections- classification, routes and volume of administration, methods of production and storage, vehicles-water for injection, non aqueous vehicles. Isotonicity and methods of adjustment of Isotonicity.Lyophilisation and preparation of sterile powders and dry mixtures.Ophthalmic preparations-ideal requirements, types, components, formulation, methods of preparation, containers, closures and evaluation.Prefilling treatment, washing of containers and closures-relevant standard operating procedures, preparation of solutions and suspensions, filling and sealing of ampoules and vials. Manufacture of large volume parenterals. Equipments for large scale manufacture, quality control tests for parenterals.Total parenteral nutrition and dialysis fluids.Surgical ligatures and sutures, types, Catgut-preparation and standardization. Cotton-absorbent and non absorbentTablet coating: Types-sugar coating, film coating, compression coating, electrostatic and enteric coating. Film forming materials, formulation of coating solution, equipments for coating, Processing problems in coating, evaluation.Tablets Characteristics, advantages and disadvantages. Types of tablets, excipients, granulation methods and machinery involved. Tablet compression operation-single punch and rotary tablet presses, processing problems, evaluation, packaging.
PHARMACEUTICAL ANALYSIS -I
Sec 9
Complexometirc titrations: Complexation, chelation, Werner’s co-ordination number, stability of complexes, titration curves, importance of buffer, types of complexometric titration, methods of end point detection. pM indicator, masking and demasking agents.Gravimetric analysis: Basic concepts, precipitation techniques, organic and inorganic precipitants, co-precipitation, post-precipitation. Various steps involved in gravimetric analysis. Thermogravimetry. Pharmaceutical applications. Determination of barium sulphate as barium sulfate, calcium as calcium oxalates, Magnesium as magnesium pyrophosphate, silver as silver chloride.Introduction: Importance of quality control, different techniques of analysis, preliminaries and definitions, significant figures, concept of error, precision, accuracy, mean and standard deviation, calibration of analytical equipments, fundamentals of volumetric analysis, methods of expressing concentrations, primary and secondary standards.Diazotisation titrationsGasometryKarl Fischer methodKjeldhal method of nitrogen estimationOxygen Flask combustion methodNeutralization titrations: Acid-base concepts, relative strength of acids and bases, law of mass action, common ion effect, ionic product of water, pH, Henderson– Hasselbach equation, buffer solutions, theory of indicators, neutralization curves, choice of indicators, mixed and universal indicators, titration of polyprotic systemNon-aqueous titrations: Theoretical basis, types of solvents, scope, limitations, preparation and standardization of titrant solutions used in non-aqueous titrations of weak acid and weak bases.Oxidation – reduction titrations: Concepts of oxidation–reduction, standard oxidation potential, Nernst equation, theory of redox titrations, redox indicators, titrations involving cerric ammonium sulphate, potassium permanganate, titanous chloride, sodium–2,6– dichlorophenol–indophenol, iodimetry, iodometry,Precipitation titrations: Principles of precipitation titrations, solubility product, effect of acids, temperature and solvent on the solubility of precipitate. Argentometric titrations- different methods, and mercurimetric titrations.
PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY – I (INORGANIC CHEMISTRY)
Sec 10
Determination of partition co-efficient.Determination of refractive index.Determination of specific rotation of a compound.Introduction: Pharmacopoeia and monograph.Quality control and test for purity: Sources of impurities in Pharmaceutical substances. Limit tests: Definition, importance, general procedure for limit test for chlorides, sulphates, iron, arsenic, heavy metals, lead and modifications with suitable examplesAnti-caries Agents: Role of Fluorides as anti-caries agents, Sodium fluoride*Dentifrices: Calcium carbonate, dibasic calcium phosphate, Zinc chloride.Essential and Trace ions: Definition, Physiological role of Iron, Copper, Zinc, Chromium, Manganese, Molybdenum, Selenium, Sulphur and Iodine. Ferrous fumarate, Ferrous gluconate, Ferrous sulphate*, Iron and Ammonium citrate, Zinc chloride and Potassium iodide. Official formulation: Iron dextran injection, Official solutions of iodine.Gases: Oxygen*, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen* and Nitrous Oxide*.Acidifiers: Dilute hydrochloric acid, Ammonium chloride*Adsorbents and protectives: Light Kaolin, Activated charcoal, Bismuth subcarbonate, Titanium dioxide.Antacids: Classification, Qualities of an ideal antacid, side effects, advantages of combination therapy, acid neutralizing capacity, sodium bicarbonate*, Potassium citrate, Aluminium hydroxide gel*, Magnesium hydroxide*, magnesium trisilicate, light and heavy magnesium carbonate, Calcium carbonate, Dimethicone, Magaldrate, Bismuth carbonate.Saline cathartics: Magnesium sulphate, Magnesium carbonate.Electrolytes used for replacement therapy: Sodium chloride, Potassium chloride, Calcium chloride, Calcium gluconate*, Calcium lactate, Tribasic calcium phosphate.Electrolytes used in the acid-base therapy: Sodium acetate, Potassium acetate, Sodium citrate, Potassium citrate, Sodium lactate, Ammonium chloride. Electrolyte combination therapy, Compound sodium chloride solution, Sodium chloride injection and Oral rehydration salt.Physiological acid-base balance and its importance.Physiological role of Chloride, Phosphate, Bicarbonate, Sodium, Potassium, Calcium and Magnesium.Antidotes: Sodium nitrite, Sodium thiosulphate, Charcoal.Expectorants: Ammonium chloride, Potassium iodide.Respiratory stimulant: Ammonium carbonate. (Assay of compounds marked* only)Sclerosing agents: Hypertonic saline, Sodium tetra decyl sulphate.Sedative: Potassium bromide.Pharmaceutical Aids: Sodium bisulphite, Sodium metabisulphite, oxide, Bentonite, Magnesium stearate, Aluminium sulphate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium carboxy methyl cellulose, Sodium methylparaben, Sodium lauryl sulphate, Purified water, Water for injection, sterile water for injection.Anti-microbials: Hydrogen Peroxide*, Potassium Permanganate, Chlorinated Lime, Boric Acid*, Silver Nitrate, Povidone-Iodine, Selenium Sulphide* and Zinc Undecenoate.Astringents: Alum, Zinc Sulphate and Zinc chloride*.Protectives: Talc, Zinc Oxide, Calamine, Zinc Stearate, Silicon Polymers and Dimethicone.Study of pharmaceutically important compounds: Method of preparation, properties, assay (of compounds with asterisk ), identification test, test for purity, official preparation, storage conditions and uses of inorganic compounds listed in I.P belonging to the following categories.Test for purity for the following: a. Swelling property of bentonite. b. Acid neutralizing capacity of aluminium hydroxide gel. c. Ammonium salts in potash alum. d. Adsorption power in heavy kaolin. e. Presence of iodates in potassium iodide. f. Ferric ion and reducing sugars in ferrous gluconateTheory of co-ordination compounds with special reference to application in Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical analysis: EDTA, Dimercaprol, Penicillamine, 1, 10- phenanthroline
Technical
100 Marks
Instructor Grade I (Electrical Engineering)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Instructor Grade I (Electrical Engineering) in the Technical Education Department (Engineering Colleges).
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Part I (e): Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805.Integrated circuits.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.SMDs – advantages.SMPS – block diagram and advantages.Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Part I (a): Technical Mathematics
Sec 2
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Part I (d): Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 3
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Part I (b): Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 4
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Part II (a)
Sec 5
DC machines – generator types, construction, emf equation, windings, characteristics armature reaction, commutation, trouble shooting and application.DC motor – voltage equation, speed and torque, starting methods speed control, starters.Induction motor – Squirrel cage and slip ring, principle and operation, slip, rotor current frequency and rotor emf. Torque equation, max torque, characteristics, power stages, equivalent circuits.Speed control – starting methods, starters and applications.Synchronous Generator – construction – salient pole & non salient pole, excitation – methods, emf equation, armature reaction, armature reactance, leakage reactance, Vector diagram, Voltage regulation, cooling system.Synchronous Motor – methods of starting, characteristic, application, Phaser, hunting.Transformer – single phase and three phase – equivalent circuits, phasor diagrams, tests, regulation and efficiency. Connections – parallel operation, autotransformer – principle.
Part II (d)
Sec 6
Amplifier – classification, working, circuit diagram and application.Binary addition, subtraction and division.Flip flop circuit and clocked flip-flop circuits, operational amplifier – working characteristic and applications.K-Map, De Morgan’s theorem, half adder, full adder, multiplexing and demultiplexing.Logic gates – basic logic gates – verification of Truth table – Boolean’s algebra – axioms and postulates, universal logical gates.Multi Vibrates – types circuit diagram and application.Number system – conversion of decimal, octal and hexadecimal into binary and vice versa.Oscillator – concept of Barkhausen’s criteria, types.Systems of signed binary number – true magnitude form, 1’s compliment, 2’s compliment.Transistor – characteristics, configuration and application.
Part II (c)
Sec 7
Illumination – terms and definitions, laws of illumination lighting schemes, design and calculation. Lamps – different types – working. IS code, I E rule, busbar design.Industrial electrification.Instruments – Function, terms and definitions. Principle construction and application. Instruments used for current, voltage, power, power factor, frequency and energy. Digital voltmeter, digital multimeter, and cathode ray oscilloscope (CRO).Transducers and gauges – stain gauge – LVDT, burden tube, capacitor transducer, Piezoelectric transducer, bellows,
Part II (e)
Sec 8
Microcontroller – 8051 microcontrollers – features, block diagram, architecture, register structure, special function registers, internal and external memory, pin details, ports, counters and timers in 8052. Serial I/Os, associated registers, interrupts.PLC – applications, importance, block diagram, operation types of PLCs, programming – methods – ladder diagram.Speed control of 3 phase induction, stator control, voltage and frequency.UJT, FET, Diac, Triac, SCR – principle, construction, operation, characteristic, Electric Drives – DC, single phase, semi converter, single full converter single phase duel converter.
Part II (b)
Sec 9
Breaking – types.Cables – terms and definitions. Types.Circuit breaker – principle, operation and types. Protection of alternator, transmission line and neutral earthing.Distribution – systems, overhead – Radial, ring & inter connected.Electrical welding principle and types, Traction, terms, definitions, speed time characteristicPower generation – system – hydel, thermal, nuclear, - layouts, site selection, advantages and disadvantages of different systems.Protection – primary and secondary, fuses – terms and definitions, types.Transmission – line constants, line insulators, string efficiency, sag, skin, corona and Ferranti effect, DC transmission system.Utilisation electric heating, materials advantages, types, devices.
Part I (c): Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 10
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer Grade I – Rural Engineering
This post involves direct recruitment by the Kerala PSC for Lecturer Grade I in Rural Engineering for the Rural Development Department. The educational qualification required is a B.Tech (Civil) Degree with at least 55% marks in the aggregate.
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Part I (e): Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805.Integrated circuits.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.SMDs – advantages.SMPS – block diagram and advantages.Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Civil Engineering > Transportation and Geotechnical Engineering
Sec 2
Airport Engineering: Classification of airport – layout of an airport and locational requirements – airport components – Runway, aprons and taxy way – pattern and layout of runways – selection of site for airport.Docks and Harbours: Requirement and classification – break waters – types, uses – docks.Geotechnical Engineering: Nature of soil and fundamental relationship – Introduction of soil mechanics – soil Engineering – scope of soil engineering – History of development of soil mechanics – Soil types – residual and transported – soil as a three phase system – water content – unit weight of soil mass – bulk unit weight, dry unit weight, unit weight of solids, saturated unit weight, submerged unit weights – specific gravity – void ratio – porosity – degree of saturation – percentage air voids – air content – density index – functional relationships – problems. Determination of index properties – water content by oven drying method – specific gravity using pycnometer and specific gravity bottle – particle size distribution – sieve analysis, hydrometer method – particle size distribution curve – consistency of soils – liquid limit, plastic limit, shrinkage limit, plasticity index, consistency index – determination of liquid limits, plastic limit & shrinkage limit – shrinkage ratio – field density by sand replacement method and the core cutter method, classification of soils Necessity – I. S. classification. Soil water – classification – absorbed water – capillary water – stress condition in soil: Effective and neutral pressures – problems. Permeability of soil – Darcy’s law – discharge velocity and seepage velocity – factors affecting permeability – determination of coefficient of permeability – constant head permeability test – falling head permeability test – problems. Compaction of soil – Definition and objectives of compaction – Standard Proctor test and modified proctor test – concept of O.M.C and maximum dry density – Zero air voids line – field compaction methods – factors affecting compaction. Site investigation and sub-soil exploration – objectives – site recognaissance – site exploration – depth of exploration – number and disposition of pits and boring – general exploration – detailed exploration – methods of site exploration – open excavations – boring methods – auger boring – auger and shell boring – wash boring – percussion boring – rotary boring – soil samples and samplers – disturbed sampling – undisturbed sampling – Standard Penetration Test – Geophysical. Bearing capacity – ultimate bearing capacity, safe bearing capacity and allowable bearing pressure – general and local shear failure – Terzaghi’s theory of bearing capacity – effect of water table – plate load test – limitations. Foundations – different types of foundations – proportioning of foundations – rectangular and trapezoidal combined footings – strap footing – Raft foundation. Deep foundations – Pile foundation – necessity of pile foundation – classification of piles according to materials, mode of transfer of loads, method of installation, use and displacement of soil. Well foundations – shapes of wells and component parts – sell sinking – tilts and shifts – measures for rectification of tilts and shifts.Introduction: Importance of railways – classification of railways based on gauges Permanent way: Component parts of permanent way – types of Rails – Rail joints – types requirements of good joint, fixtures and fastening – simple type of fish plates, coning of wheel, adzing of sleepers, sleepers – definition – materials used. Ballast – function – materials used. Cross section of a BG single and double line in cutting and embankment. Laying and Maintenance: Plate laying – definition, Methods Points and Crossings: Points, crossings, turn out, diamond crossing. Station Yards: Station yard – marshalling yard – goods yard – shunting yard – loco yard. Signalling and Interlocking: Objectives of signalling, signals types only - modern signalling methods – multiple aspect signalling system – two, three, four aspect system – drooping signals principles of interlocking.Introduction: Surveys, plans and documents for bridge project – IRC classification of bridges. Selection of site – Alignment of bridge – economical span – determination of water way – afflux and vertical clearance – permissible velocities – scour depth, depth foundation. Sub Structure: Different types of piers – abutments (different types) – different types of wing walls – different types of approaches. Super Structure: Descriptive study of different types of bridges – deck, through and semi through bridges – RCC beam bridges – plate girder bridges - steel trussed bridges – arch and bow string girder.Road Engineering: Importance of roads, IRC classification of roads, Classification of urban roads Investigation for Road Project: Different types of road surveys – Fixing the alignment of road – Factors affecting alignment – Drawings required for road project – key map, index map, preliminary and detailed location survey plan - Longitudinal and cross section. Geometric Design of Highways: Road structure – subsoil, sub grade, foundation course – base and wearing course – highway width for different classification of road – Kerbs, road margin, road formation, right of way – camber-purpose and types – super elevation – definition, formula, minimum and maximum values. Sight distance – different types – gradient – different types – curves – necessity, types – horizontal, vertical and transition – widening of roads on curves, Road drainage – surface drainage and subsurface drainage. Typical cross sections of a national highway in cutting and embankment Highway Construction: Pavement – objectives, structure, function, types. Earthen Roads – borrow pits, spoil bank, lead and lift, balancing of earth work, construction procedure. Water bound macadam roads – materials used – consistent parts – construction – maintenance Bituminous roads – bitumen, asphalt, emulsion, cut back, tar common grades for construction – types of bituminous surface – prime coat, tack coat, seal coat. Construction and maintenance of Surface dressing – Grouted macadam – Premixed macadam – asphalt concrete – bituminous carpet with pre-coated chips. Hill roads – parts and functions – types of curves – drainage structures.Traffic Engineering: Traffic volume study – traffic control devices – road signs – signals – traffic islands. Road intersections at grade – grade separators – trumpet and cloverleaf patterns.Tunnel Engineering: Necessity of tunnels – typical section of tunnels for a national highway and a single and double broad gauge railway track.
Civil Engineering > Analysis and Design of Structures
Sec 3
Analysis of Trusses: Analysis of truss, determine the magnitude and type of forces in various members of the truss due to loading, using methods of joints – simple problems. Introduction to method of sections. Introduction to method of resolution of forces by graphical method – Graphical representation of vectors – Bow’s notation.Beams and bending: Classification of beams – cantilever, simply supported, fixed, overhanging and continuous. Types of loading – concentrated, uniformly distributed and uniformly varying load. Shear force and bending moment – definition and sign conventions. Calculation of SF and BM for Cantilever, simply supported and overhanging beams and sketching of SF and BM diagrams. Relation between SF and BM. Maximum BM – point of contraflexure.Centre of Gravity: Definition of centre of gravity (C.G.) – C. G. of plane in the same straight line and those distributed over a plane – Centroid of plane figures – C. G. of solids. Determination of centroid of compound areas and reminders – C. G. of combination of simple solids.Columns and Struts: Strut, column – failure of strut, short and long columns – types of end conditions. Euler’s formula for columns of different end conditions – slenderness ratio – limitations of Euler’s formula – applications. Derivations of Rankine’s formulae from Euler’s formulae – Rankine’s constant for different materials – applicationsContinuous Beams: Continuous beams – statement of the theorem of three moments – BM and SF diagrams for simple, concentrated and u.d. loads.Dams and Retaining Walls: Trapezoidal dam with vertical water face – forces acting, intensity of pressure at base, conditions of Stability, minimum base width. Retaining wall (trapezoidal with earth face vertical without surcharge) – Rankine’s formulae for earth pressure (proof not required) – conditions of stability – minimum base width.Deflection of Beams: Strength and stiffness of beam – curvature, slope and deflection – derivation of the differential equation. Double integration method (Macaulay’s method) of slope and deflection of – cantilever with point load, cantilever with u. d. load, simply supported beam with point load, S. S. Beam with u. d. load – Problems in cantilever and simply supported beams with combinations of point and u.d. load. Calculation of fixed beam with central point load; fixed beam with UD load over whole span using double integration method. Moment area method for slope and deflection of beams – Mohr’s theorems – application of the method to problems in cantilever beams with point load, UD load, and combinations of point and U. D. Load. Application of the method to problems in simply supported beam with point load, UD load; and combinations of point and UD Load (Symmetrical load only.)Design: The subject of RCC and steel are to be taught in SI units and according to the latest IS Codes eg. IS 456-2000, and SP 16, IS 800-2007, IS 875, IS 801 – 1975 and Steel Tables. Properties of materials of RCC as per the latest IS codes – materials for concrete – Grading of aggregate, proportioning and mixing of concrete, bulking of sand, water cement ratio and placing and compaction of concrete and removal of forms – Grades of concrete and their strength – types of steel used in RCC – the permissible stresses in concrete and steel – The concept of Limit State Design, Partial safety factors in Limit State method of Design, values of Partial safety factors with reference to latest IS codes, Principles of Limit State Design, Characteristic load and characteristic strength, stress-strain curve of concrete and steel, assumptions made in the Limit State method of design, neutral axis depth, limiting value of NA, design a simply supported beam and cantilever beams for different loading conditions for flexure, Design doubly Reinforced rectangular beams under different loading conditions. Design of lintels under different loading conditions. Design of flanged beams under different loading conditions (Use S P16). Check for stiffness as per IS code, Basic i/d ratio, Modification factor, reduction factor for flanged beams, check the deflection of singly reinforced, doubly reinforced and flanged beams, the shear and torsional behaviour in RCC members, Nominal shear stress, maximum shear stress in concrete, permissible shear stress in concrete, Design beams under different loading conditions for shear, bond and anchorage, calculation of development length, check for curtailment of bars in beams, code provisions for lap length. Study the behaviour of slabs. Design of one way slabs simply supported, continuous, cantilever and sunshade, Design of two way slab, simply supported, restrained and different end condition (Design of two way slab by using S P 16 only). Design of staircases under different loading and end conditions. Theory on design of columns, behaviour of short and long columns, Slenderness limit for columns as per IS code, Design the short column for direct load, Design the column for uniaxial bending using SP 16, study of slender columns, Theory of column footing, Design of isolated column footing (SP 16). Introduction on combined footing. Design of Steel structures – Introduction to steel design – use of IS: 800, steel tables – strength of bolted and welded connections – Design of members using bolted and welded connection. Design of Tension members – General – Net sectional area of Tension members – effective sectional area of angles / T-sections connected by one leg / flange (welded connections only) – Design of ties using single / Double angles, T-sections and channels. Design of compression members – general – effective length – slenderness ratio reference to IS code. Design compressive stress and strength – discontinuous single / double angle struts – continuous angle struts Design of columns using rolled steel sections with / without cover plates – Lacing and battens – requirements – Description only – (Design of Lacing or battens not necessary). Design of Steel beams – Plastic moment carrying capacity of section – classification of cross-section Bending strength, shearing strength and deflection limit of laterally supported beam. Fundamentals of Plate Girder – parts and function. Design of Roof truss – Elements of roof truss – Loads acting with reference to IS code – Design of elements of Roof truss. Design of angle purlins.Direct and Bending Stresses: Eccentric loading of symmetrical columns (about one axis only) – maximum and minimum stress Limit of eccentricity.Fixed Beams: Fixed beams – advantages, method of finding fixing moments (derivations) BM and SF diagrams for fixed beams under point load and u.d. load (for Symmetrical loading only).Forces and Moments: Definition of force – conditions of Equilibrium of forces – Resolution of forces – Principles of resolution – Resultant of a number of coplanar forces acting at a point. Moment of force – types of moments – principle of moments – Determination of reactions of simply supported beams and overhanging beams with point loads and uniformly distributed loads.Friction: Static, dynamic and limiting friction – Laws of friction – Angle of friction – coefficient of friction, angle of repose. Equilibrium of a body on inclined rough surface.Moment distribution method: Hardy cross methods of moment distribution – stiffness factor – carry over moment – distribution factor – application to continuous beams and simple portal frames – sketching the SFD and BMD.Moment of Inertia: Definition of rectangular moment of inertia and polar moment of inertia – radius of gyration, parallel axis theorem and perpendicular axis theorem M. I of simple sections, rectangle, triangle, circle, M. I. of composite areas and remainders.Simple Stresses and strains: Stress and strain – types of stresses – Elasticity – Hook’s law – Young’s modulus – stresses and strains in uniform sections of same and composite materials. Mechanical properties of materials – Elasticity, stiffness, plasticity, toughness, brittleness, ductility, malleability and hardness – Tensile test on ductile material (mild steel bar) and stress strain curve – Compression test on brittle material (cement concrete) and stress strain curve – limit of Proportionality, elastic limit, yield point – ultimate stress – breaking stress – working stress and factor of safety.Strain Energy: Resilience – proof resilience – modulus of resilience – stress and strain when load is applied gradually, suddenly and with impact.Temperature Stresses: Elongation and contraction due to temperature change – temperature stress when deformation is fully or partially prevented – temperature stress in composite sections. Linear strain and lateral strain – Poisson’s ratio – volumetric strain – Bulk modulus – modulus of rigidity – relationship between Elastic constants – simple problems.Theory of simple Bending: Theory of simple bending, Explain the terms ‘Neutral axis’, ‘moment of resistance’ and ‘section modules’. Apply the theory of simple bending to simple and compound sections to calculate stress, section modulus and moment of resistance. Calculate shear stress distribution in rectangular and I Sections.Thin Cylinders: Failure of thin cylindrical shell due to internal pressure – circumferential and longitudinal stresses – Changes in dimension and volume of thin cylinders due to internal pressure.Torsion of circular shafts: Theory of pure torsion – derivation of formula – problems, Power transmitted by circular shafts – problems.
Part I (a): Technical Mathematics
Sec 4
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Civil Engineering > Construction Engineering
Sec 5
Building Components: Different components of building from foundation to roof and their functions Foundations: Functions, Classification, Shallow-deep, Types – spread footing – raft-mat-column footing – pile foundation – well foundation. Flooring: Requirements of a good floor – materials used for flooring, Floor finishes – Types – Mosaic, Marble, Granite, Ceramic tiles, Vitrified tiles, Glass, Wooden, and other types of modern floor finishes. Doors and Windows: Positioning of Doors and windows with respect to lighting and ventilation – Types and Size – Special types of doors – Flush, Revolving, and collapsible, Rolling and Sliding – Windows – Different types – Ventilator Different types – Fittings for doors and windows. Lintels and sunshades: Types of lintels – Wooden, Stone, brick, RCC and RSJ lintels – Sunshades – Canopy and sun breakers. Arches – Types, terms used. Vertical Transportation: Staircases, Lifts and Escalators – Planning and location – component Parts of staircase and lift – Types of staircase Ceiling: Materials used for Ceiling – False ceiling. Roof: Definition – importance of roofing with respect to climatic conditions – classification – pitched and flat – Coupled, closed coupled and collar roof. Different types of trusses for pitched roof – wood and steel trusses – roof covering for pitched roof – AC sheets, GI corrugated sheets. Aluminium sheets – PVC sheets – method of arranging and fixing to the battens rafters and purlins – RCC roof – slab with beams – flat and sloped slabs – Flat slab construction – weather proof course to flat roof. Requirements of good floor finish, Selection of materials Ceiling: Types, Requirements of good ceiling, selection of materials Stairs and staircases: Location – types – standards for staircase as per KBR – Tread, Rise, Going, Riser, Nosing – width of stair – Head room – Flight – Landing – Hand rails. Lift and escalators – Component parts and requirements as per NBCConstruction Machinery: Earth moving equipments – crawler and wheel tractors – bulldozers – uses – operation of power shovels – selection – output of power shovel – Drag-lines – types – operations – output of Drag lines – output of hoes. Concrete Machinery – concrete mixers – classification – ready mix plants – compaction machinery – vibrators – Lifting and hoisting machineries – pumps – types – uses.Construction Planning: Construction stages – construction operation – schedule – procurement of labour, material and equipment – programme of work – objectives of programming – job layout – bar chart and flow process chart – work study – critical path method – preparation of network diagram – critical path and calculation of Float times. Scheduling by PERT. Comparison between PERT and CPM.Construction Technology: Masonry: Classification – Stone masonry – Brick masonry – Laterite masonry – composite masonry. Different types of stone masonry – General principles and specifications for stone masonry as per relevant codes. Brick masonry: Different types of bonds for walls, piers and junctions of walls for equal and unequal thickness – English, Flemish (Single and Double Flemish) – Specification for brick masonry as per relevant codes. Hollow block masonry: Types of hollow blocks used in construction and methods of construction – Advantages and Disadvantages with reference to other types of masonry. Solid block masonry and inter locking block masonry. Partition walls – Types – materials – requirements. Modern methods of constructions – Framed – Prefabricated – Earthquake resistant Damp proof courses: Definition of dampness – causes and effects – methods of prevention – surface treatment – internal water proofing courses. Pre-stressed concrete: Principle of pre-stressing – Types – Internal & External and different methods – pre-tensioning & post tensioning. Form work: Functions – materials used – requirements of good form work – modern trends in material & technology – slip forms. Scaffolding, shoring and under pinning: Definition – purpose and function – requirements – materials used Plastering and Pointing: Materials and proportion – Functions – general specifications – typeContracts: Legality of contracts, types of contracts - piecework contracts, lump sum contracts, item rate contract, percentage contract – negotiated rates – departmental execution of works – piecework system – merits and demerits of each contract system. Tender and Tender notices: Necessity of tenders – sealed tenders – tender notice, tender document – Earnest money and security deposit – opening of tenders – scrutiny of tenders – comparative statements – selection of contractors – negotiation, acceptance of tender, work order – contract agreement – conditions of contract.Emergency Stage (a) Rescue training for search & operation at national & regional level (b) Immediate relief (c) Assessment surveys.Entrepreneurship and Management: Entrepreneurship – concept – definition, role and expectation – Entrepreneurship in construction related activities. Technocrats – managers – Entrepreneurial Motivation and Development – advantages and disadvantages – List the institutions supporting entrepreneurship and their role.Environmental Hazards & Disasters: (a)Meaning of Environmental hazards, Environmental Disasters and Environmental Stress. (b)Concept of Environmental hazards, Environmental stress & Environmental Stress & Environmental Disasters. Types of Environmental hazards & Disasters: (a) Natural hazards and disasters (b) Man induced hazards and Disasters - Causes and Environmental consequences of the flowing natural HAZARDS – Droughts and Floods, Volcanic Eruption, Earthquakes, Landslides, Cyclones, Lightning, Tsunami. Chemical hazards/disasters: Causes and consequences of release of toxic chemicals, nuclear explosion. Case studies – Minamata tragedy, Bhopal disaster, Chernobyl disaster. Emerging approaches in Disaster Management – Three Stages.Execution of Works: Permanent and work charged establishments – specifications – enforcement of specifications – inspection by officials – quality control – supervision – sampling and testing of materials. Regulation of departmental labour muster roll and causal labour roll – out turn – plant capacities and hire chargesHuman Resource Management: Definition – Difference between selection, appointment and recruitment – training of employees – managing men – labour welfares – trade unionsIntroduction to Construction Management: Need for construction management – factors involved in Construction management. Preliminary planning and organizational aspects importance of planning – site investigation – Feasibility report – collection of data and preparation of project report – different organizations – Engineering department organizational structure of PWD – and responsibilities – Role of various officers – (over seer, AE, A Ex E, EE, SE, CE) Estimates – preliminary estimate – detailed estimate – budget provision – Administrative sanction and technical sanction – powers of sanctionMaterials Management: Definition – selection of materials as per standards – Optimum use of materials.Measurement of Works – Measurement book – Rules to be followed in recording measurements – pre-measurements and check measurements – contractor’s acceptance of measurement. Payment of Bills: Types of bills – first and final bills – preparation of bills – running account bills – modes of payment – hand receipts – checking of bills – recoveries to be made from bill – contractors ledger – imprest account – works register – works account and abstractPost Disaster stage – rehabilitation: (a) Political (b) administrative aspect (c) Economic aspect (d) Environmental aspectPre-disaster stage (preparedness) : (a) Preparing hazard zonation maps, Predictability / forecasting & warning. (b) Preparing disaster preparedness plan (c) Land use zoning (d) Preparedness through (IEC) Information, education & Communication. Pre-disaster stage (mitigation): (a) Disaster resistant house construction (b) Population reduction in vulnerable areas (c) AwarenessPrinciples of Safety in Construction: Causes, effects and prevention of accidents, safety practices in construction – Site Engineers / Supervisor’s role – safety through legislation – precautions during handling of materials occupational hazards and basic guidelines for safety in construction industry.Quality Management: Introduction to quality control and quality assurance system – elements of quality – ISO 9000 and T.Q.M. – Quality systems – Definitions of quality policy, quality management quality system – Indian standards on quality system – ISO 9000 – Merits and demerits.Small Scale Industry: Growth – its role in economic development - Understands the requirements of a licensed supervisor, surveyor and contractor - Understand statutory requirements of small scale industry - List the different agencies promoting small scale industries – Assistance Programme for small enterprises.Stores: Classification of stores – materials – heavy plant and machinery – material handling – transport vehicles – inspection of vehicles – tools and plants – materials at site – borrowing and lending of tools and plants – safe custody of stores – procedure of taking delivery from station yards, demurrage – issue of stores materials – indent stock register – periodical inspection of stores verification and accounting of shortage and surplus – write off.Structural Building Materials: Stone – classification – geological, physical and chemical classification – characteristics of good building stone – varieties of stones – granite – trap – basalt – sand stone – Laterite. Values of load bearing capacity of stones. Quarrying of stones – methods – wedging and blasting – explosives used. Dressing of stones. Clay products Bricks : Raw materials used – composition of brick earth, manufacturing methods – IS specifications of bricks – characteristics of good brick used for building purpose. Tiles: Types of tiles – characteristics – uses – Porcelain and glazed tiles Earthenware and stoneware pipes – uses – qualities Lime: Sources of lime – Classification – methods of manufacturing (Description only) Cements: Composition, Compounds present, manufacturing methods – characteristics of cement, Types of cement – properties of each – characteristics of cement – Tests on cement – consistency test, fineness test, Specific Gravity test, setting time test, Soundness test. Puzzolana – definition – common Puzzolanas used as admixtures in cement Aggregates: Sand: Sources of sand – River sand, Sea sand and pit sand – Limitations of mining of sand from rivers and sea shore – M-sand, alternatives of sand. Coarse aggregates: Materials generally used, requirements of good coarse aggregates, commonly, used sizes for different applications. Cement Concrete: Plain concrete – Water cement ratio – Ingredients and proportioning methods characteristics – preparation – workability – Tests on Cement concrete – Laboratory tests and field tests – Slump test, compaction factor test – Qualities of water used for mixing, Reinforced cement concrete – qualities of materials – Types of reinforcement used – Characteristics of reinforcing material – waterproofing compounds. Mortar: Preparation of lime and cement mortar – Proportions of mortar for various items of work – tests on cement mortar. Timber and wood products: Structural classification – soft wood and hard wood – defects in timber – seasoning of timber – preservation of timber Metals: Ferrous metals – Wrought iron, Cast iron, Mild steel – Special steels – High carbon steel, High tensile steel and stainless steel (Properties and uses only) – Non ferrous metals: Aluminium, Copper, Lead, Zinc and titanium – important alloys – Properties and uses. Ornamental Materials for Finishing: Paints and Varnishes: Types – Constituents – Preparation – characteristics and application. Plastics: Types - characteristics and properties of PVC – uses – limitations of using plastics Rubber: Characteristics and properties, uses. Aluminium: Aluminium sections used for building construction – Hand rail and baluster. Doors and windows, Panelling and false ceiling, building façade. Glass – Types – Uses and properties. Glass used for Structural applications. Miscellaneous: Abrasives – Adhesives – asbestos – asphalt – bitumen – cork – Plaster of Paris – insulating materials – fibre glass – thermo Cole wood products – veneers, ply wood, particle board – fibre board, hard board, etc.
Part I (d): Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 6
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Civil Engineering > Surveying & Quantity Surveying
Sec 7
Compass survey – purpose and principles of compass survey – description and working of prismatic compass – concept of meridian – bearing of a line – True bearing and magnetic bearing. Magnetic dip and declination. Field work in compass survey – booking of field notes - Reduced and whole circle bearings - Calculations of included angles in compass traverse. Sources of errors in compass surveying – local attraction – detection and correction. Plotting of compass traverse – closing error and adjustments.Levelling – Purpose of levelling – Errors in levelling – Curvature and refraction corrections, distance to visible horizon – problems. Classification of levelling – fly levelling, profile levelling, cross sectioning, checks levelling, reciprocal levelling and contouring. Contouring – characteristics – methods of contouring, plotting by interpolation – tracing contour gradient – uses. Marking alignments of road, railway and canal in a contour map. Capacity of reservoirs using contour maps. Longitudinal sectioning and cross sectioning – plotting – working profile for roads. Permanent adjustments of dumpy level.Quantity Surveying and Valuation: Definition of quantity surveying – essential requirements – quantity surveyor – duties and qualities – definition and elements of estimate – types – rough cost, plinth area, cubical content and service unit method – detailed estimate. Units of measurements for different items as per standard – accuracy of measurements – explain the terms – sundries, Lump sum, Lead and lift, contingencies, unforeseen items, work charged establishment. Earth work computation – Trapezoidal – Mid ordinate and Prismoidal formula for computing volumes – Taking out quantities from Longitudinal section and Cross section in cutting and filling. Different methods of taking out measurements – Centre line – in to in and out to out – Crossing methods. Taking out quantities of all items of the following – Below roof level excluding finishing items 1.A compound wall 2.Computation of the capacity of reservoir from a contour map 3.One roomed building (RCC roof – Flat & Sloped) 4.Two roomed building (RCC roof – Flat & Sloped) 5.A residential building with RCC roof – Flat & Sloped 6.An office building with RCC roof – Flat & Sloped 7.Doors, windows, ventilators etc. Taking out quantities of all items of the following – above roof level and finishing items including water supply and sanitary fittings. 1.One roomed building (RCC roof – Flat & Sloped) 2.Two roomed building (RCC roof – Flat & Sloped) 3.A residential building with RCC roof – Flat & Sloped 4.An office building with RCC roof – Flat & Sloped 5.Masonry Well. 6.Ground level RCC water tank. 7.Road estimate – Method of taking quantities of a W.B.M. road. Definition – cost of materials – at source and at site – conveyance charges – standard data book – schedule of rates – Lump sum items – Rules of measurements – rules regarding tolerance of wastage of materials and extra labour. Preparation of data – categories of labour and labour charge – cost of materials – over head charge including establishment – incidental, lead and lift – exercises. Methods of preparing abstract estimate – exercises. Detailed and abstract estimate preparation for building with gabled roof, building with hipped roof, building with valley, two storied building (residential and office) Septic Tank and soak pit and steel roof truss. Detailed and abstract estimate of Slab Culvert, Pipe culvert, Single span T-beam bridge, Pier of a bridge, Detailed estimate of an RCC well and RCC retaining wall. Detailed estimate of RCC beam, slab, column etc and preparation of bar bending schedule. Detailed estimate of Aqueduct. Detailed specifications for various items of work of Earth work excavation, Foundation concrete, Masonry work, DPC, Form work, RCC, Plastering, Pointing, Flooring, Painting and Polishing. IRC specifications for WBM road. Preparation of Plan, Estimate and other documents for submission. Definition of Valuation, meaning, purpose – Factors governing valuation – Life of structure – type location – Maintenance – legal control – Scrap value – salvage value – market value – book value – sinking fund annuity and depreciation. Methods of valuation – Rental method – direct comparison with cost – Based on profit – Development method of valuation – depreciation method. Calculation of depreciation by different methods. Land valuation – Problems.
Part I (b): Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 8
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Civil Engineering > Irrigation Fluid Mechanics and Environmental Engineering
Sec 9
Distribution works: (a)Canals – classification – typical cross section of canal in cutting, embankment, partial cutting and embankment – berms – standard dimensions – balancing depth of cutting – canal lining – types – maintenance of canals. (b)Canal regulation – sluice – drops – escapes (c)Cross drainage works – necessity – general description of aqueducts – super passage, under tunnel – siphon – level crossing – inlet and outlet. (d)Soil erosion – methods of prevention of soil erosion.Flow of Fluid: Types of flow – uniform, non uniform, dv/dt = 0, dv/dt ≠ 0, Streamline turbulent, steady, unsteady flow, compressible & incompressible flow – Definitions and mathematical expression, dv/dt = 0, dv/dt ≠ 0, dv/ds = 0, dv/ds ≠ 0 Equation of continuity of flow – problems. Types of energy need – static, pressure and velocity energy need – total energy of flowing liquid. Expressions for energy metre/kg & height liquid column. Bernoulli’s theorem – statement and proof (only 2 - dimensional) – problems – assumptions & limitations - application – venturimeter, orifice meter and Pitot tube – problemsFlow through Channels Wetter perimeter Hydraulic mean depth – uniform and non-uniform flow – Chezy’s formula – derivations / and problems. Kutters, Mannings and Bazin’s formula – Most economical section of channel – condition for rectangular and trapezoidal – derivation – problems.Flow through orifices & Mouth Pieces: Definition of orifice, types of orifices (based size, shape flow condition) – definition of vena contracta – hydraulic coefficients – Cv, Cc, Cd – experimental determination – problems. Submerged and partially submerged orifices. Large rectangular orifice – expression for discharge – derivation. Time for emptying a prismatic tank through an orifice at bottom or in the side – head loss due to sudden enlargement and sudden contraction at the entrance of pipe from large vessel, at the exit of a pipe line, obstruction in a pipe line derivation of expression for head loss due to enlargement & contraction – problems. Mouth piece – different types – external and internal – cylindrical – formula discharge through them and problems.Flow through Pipes. Frictional loss in pipes – Chezy’s and Darcy’s formulae – Derivation and problems Hydraulic gradient and total energy line – Water hammer and its effect Syphon – problems.Fluid Mechanics: Scope of hydraulics in engineering – definition of density, specific volume, specific gravity, viscosity, Kinematics & dynamic viscosity, compressibility, vapour pressure, cohesion, adhesion, surface tension and capillarity. Intensity of pressure at a point – pressure head – units of pressure – Pascal’s law – Atmospheric pressure – Gauge pressure – Absolute pressure – vacuum pressure – problems – Measurements of atmospheric pressure – simple mercury barometers – pressure measuring devices – piezometer tubes, manometers – u-tube – simple differential and inverted tubes only – mechanical gauge – Bourdon tube pressure gauge. Pressure on plane surfaces immersed in liquid. Total pressure and center of pressure on horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces immersed in liquids. Pressure on lock, gates, sluice gate – problems.Head Works: (a)Classification of head works – storage and diversion head works – their suitability under different conditions – suitable site for diversion works – general layout of diversion works – brief description of component parts of a weir. (b)Barrage and weirs (c)Head Regulator – scouring sluice – flood banks and other protective works (d)Percolation – percolation gradient – up lift pressure, effect of percolation on irrigation works, up lift pressure and exit velocity – scour – protective works – solid and loose aprons. (a)Dams – types – selection of site – site investigations – capacity of reservoirs from contours – dead storage – live storage (b)Evaporation – Evaporation losses in reservoirs (c)Dams – rigid and non-rigid dams – main types – gravity dams – failure of gravity dams and remedial measures – elementary profile – limiting height of dam – low dam and high dam – free board and top width – practical profiles of low dam – drainage gallery – spill ways. (d)Earth dams – situations suitable for earth dams – types of earth dams – causes of failure of earth dams and precautions – saturation gradient and (phreatic) line – drainage arrangements (e)Tank sluices – tower head type – regulating arrangements. (f)Tank surplus works – necessity – suitable site – flush escapes – weirs.Hydro-electric Installation: Layout – intake works, pressure tunnel, penstock, surge tank, action of surge tank anchor blocks and tailrace.Hydrology: (a)Rainfall – Types of rain gauges – precautions in setting and maintaining rainfall records – rainfall cycle – average annual rainfall of an area – Methods of estimating average rainfall over a catchment – Thiessen’s polygon method. (b)Catchment basin and catchment area – free catchment, intercepted catchment – runoff – factors affecting runoff – nature of catchment, runoff coefficient – methods of estimating runoff – empirical formulae. (c)River gauging – importance – site selection – open gauge well – measurement of velocity by surface floats, velocity rods and current meter. (d)Maximum flood discharge from rainfall records Ryves and Dicken’s formulae, H.F.L. marks, Gauge reading.Methods of irrigation: Border irrigation – check-basin irrigation – furrow irrigation – sprinkler irrigation – drip irrigation.Nature and Scope of Irrigation Engineering: Definitions – necessity of irrigation – advantages and disadvantages – perennial and Inundation irrigation – flow and lift irrigation – direct and storage irrigation.Notches: Definition, types of notches – rectangular, triangular and trapezoidal notches. Discharge over rectangular, triangular and trapezoidal notches. Derivations of expressions and problems. Advantages of triangular notches.Pumps: Centrifugal pumps, reciprocating pumps – working principle – description of propeller pumps, jet and air lift pumps, deep well pumps, diaphragm pumps – description and application.Sanitary Engineering: Objects of providing sewerage works – Definition of terms – sewage, sewerage, sewer, refuse, garbage, sullage etc. – Systems of sewage disposal – conservancy and water carriage Systems – Types of sewerage systems and their suitability – separate, combined and partially separate – Quantity of Sewage – Quantity of discharge in sewers, dry weather flow, variability of flow, limiting velocities of sewers – Use of nomograms I.S. 1742 – Determination of storm water flow – run-off coefficient – time of concentration, empirical formulae for run-off – Surface drainages – requirements, shapes. Different shapes of cross section for sewers – rectangular, circular, egg shaped – merits and demerits of each. Brief description and choice of types of sewers – stone ware, cast iron, cement concrete, pre cast sewers - AC pipe Sewer appurtenances – location, function and construction of Man holes, Drop man holes, Catch basins, Flush tanks and inverted siphon Necessity of pumping sewage – location and component parts of pumping station Sewage characteristics – Strength of sewage, sampling of sewage, characteristics of sewage – physical, chemical and biological – significance of the following tests for – Solids, Oxygen demand, BOD, COD, pH-value , Chlorides Sewage Treatment and Disposal: Preliminary treatment – brief description and functions of Screens, Skimming tanks and Grit chambers Primary treatment – brief description and functions of plain sedimentation. Secondary treatment – brief description of Trickling filters, Activated sludge process, Secondary clarifier and Sludge digestion, drying, disposal Miscellaneous treatment – septic tank – Imhoff tank Calculation of dimension of a septic tank from a given data. Sewage disposal – dilution, disposal on lands, oxidation ponds, oxidation ditch, aerated lagoons, anaerobic lagoons. Solid waste disposal – Methods of disposal – uncontrolled dumping, sanitary landfill, incineration and composting. Drainage and Sanitation in Buildings. Sanitary fittings – traps, water closets, flushing cisterns, urinals, inspection chambers, anti syphonage pipe Rural sanitation and sanitary latrines, brief description of operational details of bio-gas plants using cow dung, night soil and agricultural wastes.Turbines: Classification – impulse and reaction turbines – Pelton Wheel – description and working, Description of reaction turbines – Francis and Kaplan turbines – Draft tube – purposeWater requirement of Crop: (a) Principle Crops – Kharif and Rabi Crops in India & Kerala – Dry and wet crops – Crop period (b) Duty – different methods of expressing duty – base period – relationship between duty and delta – Factors affecting duty – requirements for precise statement of duty – duty figures for principal crops – Simple problems on duty.Water Supply Engineering: General importance of water supply – Development of water supply – Different systems of water supply – Need for protect water supply – Estimating water requirement – Total quantity of water for a town, per capita demand and factors affecting demand – water requirements for domestic purposes, industrial use, fire fighting, commercial and industrial needs, public use – variation in demand – Peak demand during day, month and year – Forecasting population by arithmetical, geometrical and incremental increase method (problems) Sources of Water: Surface source – lakes, streams, rivers and impounded reservoirs, Yield from surface source – Underground sources – springs, wells, infiltration wells and galleries – Yield from wells – test for yield. Conveyance of water : Types of Intakes – Reservoir intake – River intake – Canal intake, Conveyance of water – open channels, aqueduct pipes – List of pipe materials – C. I. pipes, steel pipes, concrete pipes, A. C. pipes, G. I. pipes, plastic and P. V. C. pipes, high density polythene pipes, merits and demerits of each type (brief description only). Pipe joints – spigot and socket joint, flange joint, expansion joint for C. I. pipe, joints for concrete and asbestos cement pipe, methods of leak detection – prevention – rectification – pipe corrosion – causes and prevention. Purification of Water: Quality of Water – Impurities of water – need for laboratory test. Sampling and Testing of water – physical, chemical and bacteriological tests – various standards of water such as pH value, colour, taste, hardness, odour – for potable water. Flow diagram of different treatment units for both surface and ground sources – reservoir / pond and well Aeration – methods of aeration – Sedimentation – plain sedimentation and sedimentation by coagulation. Filtration – construction and operation of slow sand, rapid sand and pressure filters Disinfections of water – necessity and method, chlorination, pre-chlorination, break point chlorination, super chlorination - Removal of Taste, colour, odour and hardness. Distribution System: General requirements, system of distribution, gravity system, combined system, direct pumping – Methods of supply – intermitted and continuous – advantages & disadvantages Layout of distribution system – Types – dead end, grid, radial and ring system their merits and demerits and their suitability. Appurtenances in Distribution System: Uses of Sluice valves, Check valves or reflux valves, Air valves. Drain valves or blow-off valves, Scour valves, Fire hydrants and Water meters Water Supply Arrangements in Building: Definition of terms – water main, service pipe, communication pipe, supply pipe, distribution pipe, air gap. General layout of water supply arrangements for single and multi-storied building as per I. S. Code of practice general principles and precautions in laying pipe line with in the premises of a building – Connection from water main to building.Weirs: Classifications – definition – discharge over rectangular weir, end contraction in weir effect of end contraction over discharge – Francis formula and Bazin’s formula for end contraction – problems – velocity of approach – problems broad crested weir – problems submerged weir description and problems.
Part I (c): Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 10
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
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Part I > Module I (e): Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only.E-waste: Health hazards of e-waste.Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805.Integrated circuits.Inverter & UPS: Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting.Microcontrollers: Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.Mobile technology: CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.SMDs – advantages.SMPS – block diagram and advantages.Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.Switches: ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Part I > Module I (a): Technical Mathematics
Sec 2
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Part II > Module I : Press Tool Technology and Tool Design
Sec 3
Blank development for cylindrical shell – Algebraic method, graphical method, Layout method, CG method.Die sets – Types, precision and commercial / standard and non-standard, top plate, bottom plate, guide pillar material, Shut height.Ejectors and Shedders – Functions and Types.Fasteners and dowel – Screws, function, types – socket head, counter sunk, cheese head, Rivets, Cotter pin. Positing of screws.Fine Blanking – Calculation of Punch and die, materials suitable for fine blanking – work hardening – steel, copper and copper alloys.Knockouts – Functions.Press – parts, capacity, power – mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, press selection.Press Tool Operations: Piercing, Blanking, Lancing, extrusion, embossing, coining, bending, drawing, swaging, shaving, deep drawing etc.Press Tools – Guide Plate Tool, Progressive Tool, Compound tool and Combination ToolPunches – Cutting and non cutting punches, hybrid punches – Load on punches – size determination – clearance, punch, die size, die block – solid, split.Side Cutters – Functions, advantages.Strip layout - % utilization.Strippers – types, box, fixed, travellers, stripping force for blanking and piercing – fool proofing – pilots – purpose – direct and indirect pilots – size – methods of piloting.
Part II > Module III : Production Technology & Engineering Metrology
Sec 4
Broaching – Purpose – tools – parts of the tools – Broaching machineCAD – CAM – Advantages, applications, CNC programmes G code & M code.Calibration – need – requirements – annual calibration programme – calibration of Vernier calliper, Vernier height gauge, depth gauge, dial gauge, limit gauges, slip gauges, Surface plate.Comparator – Mechanical, electrical and electronic, optical comparator, pneumatic comparator.Cutting fluid – functions – properties – classification – effect on tool life - selection – method of application.Dial Gauge – profile projector.Die sinking and engraving – Necessity and use – cutter for die sinking – Pantograph machine – applications.Drilling machines – types – specifications – speed, feed and depth of cut – parts and its functions – Drill bit, types, nomenclature.Engineering Metrology: Definitions – Range, sensitivity, True value, Indicated value, error, corrections, Accuracy, Precision.FMS – Basic components of FMS.Gas Welding – Gases, Different Flames, Welding Techniques, Gas cutting – Welding symbols as per BIS.Gauges – limit gauges, Go and No go gauges, Plug gauge, Snap gauge, Ring gauge – advantages and limitations.Grinding and Grinding machine – Abrasives, Types, Types of bonds, selection of Grinding wheel, Specification of Grinding wheel, cylindrical grinder and surface grinder, special purpose grinders – specifications – working – parts – functions. Work holding devices – mounting of wheel, truing and dressing of wheel, various speed, feed and depth of cut for different materials – Balancing of wheel.JIG Boring Machine – Types – open front, cross rail, Jig grinding, internal - proper selection of Jig grinding wheel – Method of holding work.Lathe – Types – specifications, accessories, functions, work holding and tool holding devices, single point cutting Tool, nomenclature, mechanism of tool cutting, chip formation, Types of chips, Tool life, equation. Cutting speed, feed and Depth of cut. Lathe operations – Plain turning, Taper turning, Thread cutting and other operations.Linear measurements & Angular measurements – surface plate, angle plate, ‘V’ Block, Straight edge, Combination set, universal surface Gauge, Feeler Gauge – Bevel protractor, sine bar, Clinometer.Measuring machines – Toolmaker’s microscope, Vernier optimeter, CMM, Computer aided metrology.Metal Joining - Permanent and semi-permanent and TemporaryMilling Machines – Types – specifications – parts – functions – milling cutters – Types – nomenclature – Tool material – specification – cutter holding devices – work holding devices – speed, feed, Depth of cut – milling operations – conventional milling and climb milling Plain milling – Key way milling, T-slot milling. Indexing Head, Calculation – direct indexing, simple and differential indexing.NC / CNC / DNC – Classification based on Control system – Point to point, straight, contour system, classification based on feedback, open loop, closed loop, elements of CNC – work holding devices.NC machines – use, principles of EDM, Electro discharge grinding, ECM, AJM, LBM, wire cut EDM, Ultrasonic machining.Other welding methods – Thermit, TIG, MIG, Ultrasonic, Plasma Arc, Electron Beam and Laser Beam.Precision Instruments – Vernier Caliper, height gauge, depth gauge, micrometer, micrometer depth gauge, slip gauge. Measurement of tapered recess whose angle is very smallResistance Welding – spot, seam, projection, butt and percussionRobots – Classifications, features, necessity – components – various generation – power drives used – Types of grippers – manipulators – degree of freedom – end effecters – types – applications – advantages.Shaper, Slotter and Planer – Parts, Functions, mechanisms, work holding devices, specifications, cutting speed, feed and depth of cut.Surface finish – Evaluation of surface roughness – CLA and RMS value – method of measuring surface finish – Interferometer – Michelson’s Interferometer – Tomlinson’s surface meter – working of optical flat – classification, Type A, Type B, flatness test, parallelism test.Surface finishing and Coating – Lapping, Honing and super finishing, electroplating, Hot dipping, tin coating, metal spraying.Welding – Fusion and non-fusion – Arc welding – principle, tools and equipments – Electrode – Types and specifications.
Part II > Module IV : Applied Mechanics, Strength of materials & Fluid Mechanics
Sec 5
Centre of Gravity of Sections: Centroids – centre of gravity – axis of symmetry and axis of reference – methods to find centre of gravity – simple geometric sections – Triangle, Circle, semi circle – Combination of symmetrical Sections T- sections, I-sections, Channel sections, Combination of unsymmetrical sections, L section, plane sections with cut out holes.Columns and Struts: Column, strut, buckling load, equivalent length, slenderness ratio – types of columns – short, medium, long – Euler equation and its assumptions for crippling load – for different end conditions. Both end hinged, one end fixed and other end free – one end fixed and other end hinged. Both ends fixed – Rankine’s formula for columns – equivalent length – Slenderness ratio equivalent length on different end conditions.Control Elements and Components: Control valves 2, 3, 4 way directional control valves, solenoid valves – Cam operated flow control valves – Air cylinders – types – light, medium, heavy, tandem, duplex, double end types.Direct Stresses and Strains: Types – tensile and compressive – longitudinal and lateral strain – Poisson’s ratio – behaviour of mild steel under tension – stress strain diagram – limit of proportionality – elastic limit – yield point – ultimate stress – working stress – factor of safety – comparison of stress strain diagram of a mild steel and a brittle material – Hooks law and Young’s modulus – principle of superposition – stresses in varying, composite sections, Shear stress and shear strain – modulus of rigidity – volumetric strain, bulk modulus, Thermal stress and strain, Nature and magnitude of stresses due to change in temperature – total or partial prevention of expansion and contraction – temperature stress on composite bar.Flow through Orifices, Notches, Pipes and Nozzles: Orifices – types – Vena Contracta – coefficient of contraction – coefficient of velocity – coefficient of discharge – Notches – types of notches – rectangular – triangular - trapezoidal – discharge over notches – simple pipes – loss of head in pipes – major energy losses -minor energy losses – losses due to friction – Darcy’s formula, loss of head in pipes – Chezy’s formula, loss of head due to sudden enlargement - sudden contraction – water hammer.FLUID MECHANICS, PNEUMATICSFluid Power: Basic law – Applications of fluid power – properties of fluid such as viscosity index, oxidation stability, demulsibility, lubricity, rust prevention, pour point, flash and fire point – neutralisation number.Fluid Pressure and Measurements: Pressure at a point – pressure head – Pascal’s law – absolute, gauge, atmospheric and vacuum pressures – measurement of fluid pressure – Piezometer tube – simple manometer – differential manometer – inverted differential manometer – Bourdon’s tube pressure gauge – total pressure – total pressure on immersed surface – horizontal – vertical - inclined.Friction: Type – static, dynamic, sliding, rolling, pivot, limiting friction, angle of friction, coefficient of friction, cone of friction – Laws of friction – static friction and kinetic friction – sliding body resting on a horizontal plane – force acting along the plane and at an angle.Hydraulic Circuits: Automatic cylinder, reciprocating circuit, circuit for robotic arm.Hydraulic Control Elements and Components: Control valves – functions – classifications – relief valves – poppet valves – direction control valves – types – sliding spool type – check valves – 1, 2, 3, way directional control valves, solenoid control valves – flow control valves – types – gate, globe, butterfly valves – non return valves, application circuits and control valves – intensifier – accumulators – purpose – types – weight loaded, spring loaded, gas loaded.Hydraulic Machines: Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps – parts working, priming, air vessel efficiency.Hydraulic System: Basis of system – oil reservoir pump unit, principle of working of positive displacement pump – classifications – gear pump, screw pump, Vane pumps, lobe pump, simple piston pumps, hydraulic actuators – classifications – rotary, semi-rotary – Linear motion type – hydraulic motors – hydraulic cylinder types – single acting, double acting.Hydro Pneumatic System: Comparison of hydraulic, pneumatic & hydro-pneumatic system – advantages and application of combinational system of air and oil working of air controlled hydraulic valvesKinematics and Dynamics of Fluid Flow: Types of fluid flow – steady and unsteady – uniform and non-uniform flow – laminar and turbulent – compressible and incompressible flow – rotational and irrotational flow – one, two and three dimensional flow - rate of flow or discharge – equation of continuity of liquid flow – energy of a liquid in motion – potential energy – kinetic energy – pressure energy – total energy – total head of liquid in motion – Bernoulli’s equation – assumptions - applications – venturimeter – Orifice meter – Pitot tube.Moment of Inertia: Radius of gyration, methods to find moment of inertia, Moment of inertia of rectangular and circular sections – parallel axis theorem, perpendicular axis theorem, Moment of inertia of T-section, I, L and channel Sections.Pneumatic Circuits: Basic pneumatic circuits, power operated holding devices – power operated chucks, mandrel, collet and clamping circuits.Pneumatic System: Comparison of pneumatic & hydraulic system – basic pneumatic system – pneumatic symbols - air filter – pressure regulator – lubricator – mufflers.Properties of Fluid: Specific weight – specific volume – specific gravity – viscosity - kinematics viscosity – Newton’s law of viscosity – types of fluids – compressibility – surface tension – capillarity.Riveted Joints: Types – lap joint – single riveted, double riveted (Chain and zigzag) – butt joint - single cover, double cover single riveted – failure of riveted joints – design of riveted joints, failure of rivets – shearing and crushing – failure of plates – tearing across a row of rivets - tearing off plate at an edge – strength of rivet, plate and riveted joints – efficiency of a riveted joint – single cover and double cover single riveted butt joint, caulking and fullering of riveted joints.Shear Force and Bending Moment: Types of beams – cantilever, simply supported, overhanging, built in and continuous beam. Types of loading – point load, uniformly distributed load, uniformly varying load, Shear force diagram, Bending moment diagram – combination of point load, UDC load – maximum bending moment. Deflection of beams – simply supported beam with Point Load (central), SS with UDL on entire span, cantilever with point load at free end. Cantilever with UDL over entire span.Springs: Types of springs, leaf and Helical – closely coiled, open coiled, deflection, stiffness, torque and energy stored.Thin Cylinders: Failures of thin cylinder – stresses in thin cylindrical shell – hoop stress – longitudinal stress, pressure of thin cylinders.Torsion of Circular Shafts: Assumptions for shear stresses in a circular shaft subjected to torsion, torsion equation, strength equation for a solid and hollow shaft – power equations, polar moment of inertia – strength and power of shafts.Turbine – Pelton, Francis turbine, parts, working efficiencyWelded Joints: Types of fillet and butt weld – welding terms – Leg of the weld, size of the fillet weld, throat thickness – effective length of the weld, side fillet weld and end fillet weld, strengths of welded joints, fillet and butt, transverse, single and double rows – parallel welds, combination of transverse and parallel – butt weld.
Part I > Module I (d): Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 6
Circuit parameters: Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Electrical circuit of an installation: Earthing, lightning protection.Idea of Basic electrical circuit: Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Part I > Module I (b): Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 7
Construction: Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling: Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Materials: Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Surveying: Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Part II > Module V : Industrial Management and Engineering
Sec 8
Fundamental of Statistical Concepts: Variability in measurements – Terms - variable, attribute, frequency, frequency distribution and frequency plot – Normal distribution curve, Tally sheet, Mean, mode, median and standard deviation Control charts – X, R, P, 100P and C.INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERINGINDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENTInspection and Quality Control: Quality and quality control – product control – Inspection- Types – Advantages and limitations.Materials and Sales Management: Inventory management – definition and classifications – purchase procedure – buying techniques – EOQ and ABC analysis.Method Study: Work study – Advantages, applications – Method study – Therbligs and their symbols – Process chart – preparation of operation process chart, flow process chart, man-machine chart, right hand and left hand process chart, SIMO chart – Flow diagram – Principles of motion economy – Rules concerning human body, work place layout and material handling, tools and equipments – work measurement – stop watch time study – standard time calculation – Production study – work sampling.Principles of Management: Meaning of management – Taylor’s scientific management, Functions of management – Different types of ownership – organizational structure.Production Planning and Control: Concepts of industry – Production and productivity – types of production – Job production, batch production, mass production, continuous production – Planning and control – Definitions, benefits and functions. Pre-planning activities – Forecasting, plant location, product planning, design and development, material selection. Process planning, determination of men, machines, material and tool requirements – Process planning – Choice of machine in process planning – Break even analysis – Process sheet – Process planning procedure – Routing – Scheduling – Dispatching – value engineering – Plant location and layout – plant layout – Plant maintenance – Types of maintenance.Project Analysis: Need and scope – Elements of project analysis – Production cost – Market survey – Selling price – Capital investment – Return on investment – Elements of costing – Classification of cost – Depreciation – Types.Project Management Techniques: Network analysis – terms used in CPM, PERT – CPM operations, earliest finish time (EFT), latest finish time (LFT), critical path, event, slack or float, dummy activity, construction of network diagrams – Fulkerson’s rule – PERT - Comparison – Calculation of expected time – Event, activity, successor event, predecessor event, earliest expected time, latest allowable time, slack.Quality Planning and its developments: Definitions of quality – TQM conceptQuantitative techniques in Management: Methods – Linear programming – formulation of LPP – transportation problem – North West corner rule, Vogel’s approximation method – Game theory – two-persons zero sum game – Maxi-min and mini-max principle – saddle point.Stores management – store keeping functions – duties of store keeper – store layout – Centralized and decentralized store – store records – indent forms – bin card – store ledger - Sales – importance – functions of sales department – sales forecasting.Wage Payment System: Types of Wages – Nominal, real, living, fair and minimum wages – Incentives.
Part II > Module II : Moulds and Dies Technology, Material Technology
Sec 9
Material Technology: Mechanical properties of materials – Tensile strength, Compressive strength, Ductility, Malleability, Hardness, Brittleness, Impact strength, Fatigue and Creep resistance. Structure of material – unit cell, space Lattice, BCC, FCC, HCP. Effect of grain size on mechanical properties. Elastic deformation and plastic deformation, slip mechanism, work hardness, re-crystallisation. Ferrous metals and alloys – production and properties of pig iron, wrought iron and cast iron. Classification of Cast Iron – white, molted, Grey cast iron alloy cast iron Production and properties of Steel – Bessemer, LD, open hearth, Electric Furnace. Effect of alloying elements on properties of steel – Nickel, Chromium, Manganese, Molybdenum, Silicon, Vanadium, Tungsten. Properties and uses of alloy steel – nickel steel, Tool and Die steel, HSS Tool steel, Stainless steel, spring steel. Nonferrous metals and alloys in Engineering application – Properties and uses of Al, Cu, lead, Tin, Zinc, Magnesium, Nickel. Nonferrous alloys – Cu base, Brass, Bronze, Aluminium Alloys. Bearing or Antifriction alloys – Properties and uses of Phosphor Bronze, White metal, Babbit metal. Destructive and Non-destructive Tests – Tensile Test, hardness Test, Impact test, Fatigue Test, Creep test. X ray, magnetic particle, Fluorescent penetrant Test, ultrasonic test, Crystallographic test, X-ray diffraction test, electron microscopic Test. Heat Treatment – objectives – Annealing, Normalizing, hardening and Tempering. Surface hardening – Case hardening, nitriding, cyaniding, flame hardening, induction hardening. Heat Treatment of Tool Steel – TTT diagram, Bainite Transformation, Martensite Transformation, Austempering, Martempering – heat Treatment Furnaces – Defects in heat treatment. Polymers – polymerisation – Types of Thermosetting and Thermoplastics – examples – properties and uses of polythene, PVC, PTFE, Acrylics, Bakelite, Phenolics, Epoxies, Silicone, PolystersMoulds and Dies Technology: Plastics in the mould Industry, properties, applications processing Techniques – Injection moulding, principle, applications, Injection Moulding machines – Shot weight calculations, Plasticizing capacity, Clamping force – Number of cavity calculation – Testing of plastics – visual Test, Smoke Test, Carbon Black Test – Terminology, mould materials, feed system – Runner, types of runner, runner dia calculation, gate – Types of Gates, Ejection Techniques, Ejection force calculation. Venting, shrinkage, parting surface. Factors governing shrinkage, cooling – mould cooling calculation. Side core and side cavity – two, three plate moulds, runner less moulds, multi daylight moulds – mould maintenance – compression moulding – applications, basic types – Flash, positive, landed positive, semi positive. Transfer moulds – application – advantages and limitations. Types – pot and plunger. Extrusion moulds – application – blow moulding, rotational moulding, casting and moulding – advantages and applications. Calendaring – vacuum forming – preform moulding, mat and fabric moulding, premix moulding, filament winding, multicolour moulding. Die casting – advantages of die casting – principle – limitations of pressure die casting process. Die casting Terminology – die casting alloys – Al, Zinc, Mg, Cu etc. Composition – properties of different die cast alloys – Die casting machines Hot Chamber and cold chamber – die casting dies.
Part I > Module I (c): Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 10
The importance of IC Engines: Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.The importance of Power Plants: Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
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Lasers and fibre Optics
Sec 1
Absorption lossesAcceptance angle of Optical FibreAttenuation in optical fibersCO2 lasersDye lasersEinstein coefficientsFour level solid state lasersGraded index fibersInherent defect lossesLeaky modesLine-broadening mechanismsMode lockingNumerical aperture of optical fibreQ-SwitchingRadiation induced lossesSecond Harmonic GenerationSemiconductor lasersSpatial frequency filtering and holographyStep-index fibers
Electronics
Sec 2
Active low pass filterAmplitude modulation and demodulation circuitsAnalog integration and differentiationBand pass filterBasic operational amplifier characteristicsBiasing of Field effect Transister (FET)Communications receiversComparison of signal to noise ratiosDifferential amplifierElectronic analog computationFET as VVR and its applicationsFM transmittersHigh pass Butterworth filtersMicrowave systemsOPAMP as inverterOPAMP based astable and monostable multivibratorsOPAMP parametersp-n junction solar cellsPhotodetectors - Light dependent resistor- photodiodePulse code modulationSatellite communicationsSchmidt triggerVHF/UHF systems
Microprocessor
Sec 3
Addition, Subtraction of two 8 bit & 16 bit numbersAnalog multiplexer and Overview of 8051 microcontrollerAnalog to Digital converterApplications of MicroprocessorsClock for A/D conversionData transfer schemes of Intel 8085Microprocessor as CPUOrganization and internal architecture of the Intel 8085Organization of microcomputersSample and Hold circuitTimings of Intel 8085
Quantum Mechanics
Sec 4
Angular momentum operatorsAnharmonic oscillatorCharge and current densitiesDifferential and total cross- sectionHarmonic perturbationHole theoryInduced emission and absorptionInteraction of an atom with the electromagnetic fieldMatrix representation of angular momentum operatorsOperators and its propertiesOptical theoremOrbital angular momentumPauli spin matricesStark and Zeeman effects in hydrogenThe Hilbert spaceThe Klein-Gordon equationThe Weyl equationVector spaces
Solid State Physics
Sec 5
AntiferroelectricityBloch functionsBrillouin zonesCooper pairsCupratesDielectric constantEinstein and Debye models of specific heatEnergy gap Isotope effectFerroelectric domainHigh Tc SuperconductorsKronig Penny modelLangevin‟s theory of diamagnetismLocal Electric fieldLondon equationMiller indicesNearly free electron model and formation of energy bandsNeel Model of AntiferromagnetismPiezoelectricityReciprocal latticeType I and Type II superconductorsWeiss theory of ferromagnetism
Nuclear and particle Physics
Sec 6
Applications of XRDConservation laws and symmetriesDebye-Scherrer CameraElectric quadruple momentsFick‟s law and its validityInternal conversionNuclear size, shape, mass and binding energyParity violation in beta decayQuantum chromodynamics and gluonsQuark modelScherrer equationSemi empirical mass formula Characteristics of nuclear forcesShell structure and magic numbersSingle crystal and Powder diffractionSpin-orbit potentialThe eightfold way
Mathematical methods and group theory
Sec 7
Associated Legendre polynomialsBessel functions of the first and second kindsBeta functionCalculus of residues and applicationsCauchy-Reimann conditionsCauchy's integral theorem and integral formulaDelta functionFourier integralFourier transformGamma functionGenerating functionHermite polynomialsLaguerre polynomialsLaurent expansionLegendre polynomialsNeumann functionOrthogonalityProperties of Fourier seriesRecurrence relationRodrigues formulaSingularitiesSpherical Bessel functionSpherical harmonics
Atomic and molecular Spectroscopy
Sec 8
Born –Oppenheimer approximationDeslander‟s tableInteraction of nuclear spin and magnetic fieldLarmour precessionMossbauer SpectroscopyNormal modes and vibration of H2O and CO2Resonance fluroscence of γ-raysRotational Raman Spectrum of Symmetric top moleculesStimulated Raman effect and Inverse Raman EffectThe spectrum of non rigid rotatorVibrational Analysis of band systems
Classical Mechanics
Sec 9
Centrifugal and Coriolis forcesChaos - Logistic mapConstraints and Generalized coordinatesD'Alemberts principle and Lagrange’s equationEuler anglesH-J equation for the linear harmonic oscillatorHamilton -Jacobi equationHamilton’s PrincipleHamilton‟s principal and characteristic functionKepler problemLagrange’s equation from Hamilton’s PrincipleLimitcyclesNonlinear oscillationsVelocity dependent potentials
Statistical mechanics
Sec 10
Equipartition theoremLiouville‟s theorem and its consequencesMagnetic behaviour of an ideal Fermi Gas: (1) Pauli paramagnetismMagnetic behaviour of an ideal Fermi Gas: (2) Landau diamagnetismPhase space of a classical systemThe density matrixThe entropy of mixing and Gibbs paradoxThermodynamic behaviour of an ideal Bose gasThermodynamic behaviour of an ideal Fermi gasVirial theorem
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Analytical, Environmental, Material and Supramolecular chemistry
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Applications of TG, DTA and DSC in the study of metal complexes, ceramics and polymers.Chemistry behind Piezoelectric, magnetostrictive, halochromic, chromogenic, electrochromic, thermochromic, magnetocaloric and thermoelectric materialsChemistry of Atmosphere, Hydrosphere and Lithosphere.Evaluation of analytical data: Accuracy and precision. Standard deviation, variance and coefficient of variation. Student ‘t’ test, ‘Q’ test, and ‘F’ test. Confidence limits- Errors and their minimisation- Significant figures- Correlation analysis- Calculation of R by method of least squaresNanostructures - ID, 2D and 3D structures - Synthesis and applications of nanomaterials..Supramolecular chemistry - Molecular recognition : Synthetic Receptors, Cyclodextrin, Calixiranes, Cyclophanes, Crown Ethers- Drug design and Drug action.Theory and practice of : Quantitative and Qualitative analysis- Inorganic analysis- Organic analysis and preparations - physical chemistry experiments (Post graduate level)Theory of chromatographic techniques -Column, TLC, Paper, GC, HPLC and ion exchange chromatographic techniques. Solvent extraction. Extraction using supercritical liquid CO2, Craig’s technique of liquid-liquid extractionTwelve principles of green chemistry and issues in sustainable chemistry - Green synthesis - Application of Phase Transfer Catalysts -Green Reactions- Applications of Microwave and sonication in the synthesis of organic compounds.
Organic Chemistry-1
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Basic concepts of Organic reactions - Electron displacement effects –Aromaticity and antiaromaticity. Non aromatic, homoaromatic, hetero and non–benzenoid aromatic systems. Aromaticity of annulenes, mesoionic compounds, metallocenes, cyclic carbocations and carbanions.Mechanism and applications of common substitution, addition, elimination and rearrangement reactions. Stereochemistry and factors affecting Aliphatic and Aromatic SN1 and SN2 reactions. SN1', SN2', SNi SNAr and benzyne mechanisms – NGP and Nonclassical carbocations- Generation and reactions of Nitrenes, Carbenes and free radicals like Triphenyl methyl, TEMPO, Dibenzoyl peroxide, NBS , Tributyl Tinhydride and AIBN. - Chlorination of alkane, addition of HX, SRN1 mechanism- Acyloin condensation, Alkyne coupling reactions- Reimer-Tiemann, Vilsmeier-Haack reactions. Mitsunobu reaction and Chichibabin reactions.Mechanism and regio and stereo aspects of E1, E2 and E1cb reactions in cyclic and acyclic systems. Hoffmann and Saytzeff elimination- Elimination Vs substitution- Mechanism and applications of Shapiro reaction, Peterson and Julia olefination, Wittig and Wittig - Horner reactions; Chugaev reaction and Cope eliminations- Sodium in liquid ammonia and Lindlars catalyst in conversion of alkynes to alkenesMechanism of Addition of H2O, X2, HX, and boranes to C=C systems- Cis and trans hydroxylation of cycloalkenes- Mechanism and applications of Michael addition and Robinson Annulation- Aldol condensation- Stork enamine, Cannizzaro, Perkin, Ritter, Stobbe, Knoevenagel, Darzen, Reformatsky and benzoin condensations- Grignard, Mannich, Thorpe reactions and Dieckmann condensationMolecular symmetry and chirality, axial chirality, planar chirality and helicity, relative configuration, stereochemical nomenclature, R and S, E and Z. Stereo chemistry of biphenyl and allenes - Topicity and prostereo isomerism -asymmetric synthesis. Axial stereochemistry: atropisomerism and its designation - biphenyls, allenes, spiranes- M and P configurations. Stereoselectivity: enantioselectivity, diastereoselectivity & stereoconvergence. Stereospecific and stereoselective synthesis. stereotopicity & stereoprojections. Prochiral centre and prochiral faces - Pro R and Pro S, Re face and Si face, Importance of prochirality in biological systems. Geometrical isomerism . , Conformational analysis in acyclic and cyclic systems , Application of Cram’s rule, Felkin–Ahn modelNomenclature of organic compounds - Cyclic, fused polycyclic and bridged polycyclic hydrocarbons, bridged and fused hydrocarbon systems, Spirocyclic hydrocarbon systems, Heterocyclic systems containing Nitrogen and Oxygen.
Physical Chemistry-2
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Basic principles of Kinetics - Kinetics of Complex reactions - steady state approximation -Theories of Reaction Rates - Arrhenius equation - fast reactions and methods of study. Reactions in solution: Factors affecting reaction rates in solutions, effect of dielectric constant and ionic strength, cage effect, Bronsted-Bjerrum equation - Kinetic effects: Primary and secondary kinetic salt effect, influence of solvent on reaction rates, significance of volume of activation, linear free energy relationship. Hammet equation and Taft equation.Catalysis: Mechanism and theories of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis. Bimolecular surface reactions. Langmuir–Hinshelwood mechanism. Enzyme catalysis.Electrochemistry and Ionics: Activity and activity coefficient of electrolytes, determination of activity coefficient.- Electrodes and Electrochemical Cells - Nernst, Debye-Huckel, Omsager Equations - Over potentials: Butler-Volmer equation. Tafel and Nernst equation, Tafel plot and its significance - Electrolytic Polarization- Fuel cells: H2-O2, zinc-air and solid oxide fuel cells- Theory and applications of electro Analytical Methods : Potentiometry, Polarography , Coulometry, Conductometry, Cyclic Voltametry, Stripping Voltametry and Amperometry- Colloids - Zeta Potential - Electrokinetic PhenomenaThe gas-solid interphase, types of adsorption. Monolayer and multilayer adsorption - Adsorption Isotherms Heat of adsorption and its determination .-Adsorption from solutions -Determination of surface area of solids-Harkins–Jura absolute method, point B method, Langmuir method and BET method- - Principles of LEED, SEM, TEM, ECSA, Photoelectron spectroscopy, scanning probe microscopy, Auger electron spectroscopy
Physical Chemistry-1
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Chemical equilibrium, Law of mass action, Transformation of the equilibrium expressions. Statistical derivation.Electronic Structure of Solids - Crystal Symmetry - Theories of Solids - Properties of Solids : Electrical, Magnetical and Optical - Crystal defects. Structure and Theories of Liquids- XRD of liquids- Theories and calculation of Surface tension and Viscosity - Liquid Crystals and their applicationsGaseous State- Maxwell’s distribution and equation- Transport phenomena- Chapman equation- Equations of state of real gases- vander Waals, Virial and other equations- Inter molecular forces and consequences.Laws of Thermodynamics - Entropy and its dependence on variables of a system- Equations of state- Euler’s relation, Gibbs and Helmholtz equations and energies. Maxwells relations- Gibbs Duhem equation- Partial Molar Quantities- Chemical potential- Fugacity- Activity coefficients. Thermodynamics of Solutions – Duhem Marghules equation- vant Hoff’s equations, isochore and isotherm. Thermodynamics of irreversible process – Fundamentals and advances in the study of Phase Equilibria - Two and Three Component SystemsStatistical thermodynamics - Molecular Partition Function - Quantum Statistics - Heat capacities of Solids and Gases- Relationship between partition functions and thermodynamic properties, Sackur-Tetrode equation. The principle of equi-partition of energy
Inorganic Chemistry-1
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Chemistry of Lanthanides and Actinides including their extraction and applications as well as their coordination complexes and spectral behaviourStructure and bonding in molecules- Chemical periodicity- Chemistry of Hydrogen and s block elements- Chemistry of p block elements and d block elements- Extractive chemistry of various metals of commercial importance- Chemistry of Nontransition elements like GlassSynthesis, reactions, structure and bonding in Sulphur-Nitrogen compounds ; Sulphur- Phosphorus compounds ; Phosphorous-Nitrogen compounds ; Boron - Nitrogen compounds ; Boron hydrides; Organoboranes; Carboranes and metallocarboranes- STYX and WADE rulesTheories of acids and bases- HSAB concept- solvent effects, linear free energy relationship – mechanism and methods of determination, super acids - Reactions in Non-aqueous solvents- Protic and Aprotic solvents- Chemistry of Isopoly and Heteropoly acids ; Silicon-Oxygen compounds; Zeolites ; Xenon and Krypton compounds including their organic and coordination compoundsTheories of Coordination Chemistry in detail: Werner’s theory - Crystal field theory – Ligand field theory – Molecular orbital theory- Stereochemistry of coordination compounds- Jahn Teller distortion- Detailed study of Stability and reactions of metal complexes- Electron transfer, Substitution and Photochemical reactions and their kinetics
Organic Chemistry-3
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Chemistry of Natural Products : Terpenes, steroids, alakaloids, carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, vitamins, prostoglandins, hormones and enzymes.Classification of pericyclic reactions, FMO, Correlation diagram, Mobius and Huckel theory of electrocyclic and cyclo addition reactions- Stereo and region selectivity and industrial applications of Diels Alder reaction, 1,3–Dipolar cycloaddition and Sigmatropic rearrangementsCombinatorial organic synthesis, introduction, methodology, automation, solid supported and solution phase synthesis, study of targeted or focused libraries and small molecule libraries. Application of Drug design and development- various stepsFundamentals of polymerization - structure - property relationship of polymers and polynucleotides- Proteinsequencingby Edmans method.Photochemical processes. Singlet and triplet states and their reactivity, Jablonski diagram, Energy transfer, sensitization and quenching. Photoreactions of carbonyl compounds, enes, dienes and arenes. Patterno-Buchi and Barton reactions, Hofmann- Löffler- Freytag reaction, photo-Fries and Di-π methane, di- π methane rearrangements. Applications of photochemistry.Protein denaturation - Synthesis of stereo regular polymers. Ziegler-Natta catalyst. Polymers in organic synthesis - supports, reagents and catalysts. Biodegradable polymers biopolymersSpectrocopic methods in Organic chemistry- Applications of UV, IR, H1NMR, C13NMR and Mass Spectroscopy - 2D NMR techniques - NOE, DEPT, and 2D techniques such as COSY- HSQC, HMQC and HMBC. Spectral interpretation and structural elucidation. Solving of structural problems on the basis of numerical and spectrum based data. ORD and CD - theory and applications
Physical Chemistry-3
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Classical mechanics and its limitations –need of quantum mechanics, de Broglie relation and its experimental proof, uncertainty principle and its consequences- Formulation of Quantum Mechanics - Postulates of quantum mechanics- Application of Quantum mechanics to Exactly Solvable Model Problems- Translational motion- Quantum mechanical tunnelling- Vibrational motion- and Rotational motion –SHO, Rigid Rotor- Legendre polynomials and associated Legendre functions Approximation Methods and Chemical Bonding - Hydrogen like Atoms -Multi Electron Systems - Angular Momentum – SCF and variation method - MO diagram of homo nuclear diatomic molecules Li2, Be2, B2, C2, O2 and F2 and hetero nuclear diatomic molecules LiH CO, NO and HF-Computational Chemistry - Computational methods : ab initio, Semi Empirical methods - Molecular MechanicsElectronic Spectroscopy of Atoms – Basic principles of Molecular spectroscopy: Microwave, Infrared, Raman, Electronic, NMR, ESR, Raman and MossbaurQuantum statistics- Bose-Einstein statistics, Thermodynamic probability- Maxwell Boltzmann, Bose Einstein and Fermi-Dirac statistics- Quantum theory of heat capacity - calculation of heat capacity of gases- Dulong and Petit’s law, Kopp’s law; limitations.- Einstein theory and Debye theory of heat capacitySymmetry elements and symmetry operation. Basic principles of Group Theory - Character Tables - . Point groups and their systematic identification.- Multiplication of operations - Setting up of character table of C2v, C3v and C2h groups –Applications to MO Theory, Chemical Bonding and SpectroscopyWave functions for multi electron systems, wave equation for multi electron systems, symmetric and anti- symmetric wave functions, Pauli’s anti-symmetry principle, and the postulate of spin- Spin orbitals. Spin- orbit coupling. Vector atom model-Term symbols, selection rules and exp anation of spectral lines of hydrogen atom- Applications- Chemical Bonding in Diatomic and Polyatomic Molecules
Inorganic Chemistry-3
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Colour in inorganic solids. - Dielectric properties. Dielectric materials. Ferroelectricity, pyroelectricity, piezoelectricity and ionic conductivity. Applications of ferro, piezo and pyroelectrics.Electronic structure of solids. Different theories about conductors, insulators and semiconductors and their applications. Doping and band gap adjustments. AX, AX2, AmX2, ABX3, Spinels and Inverse spinel structures. Structure and theories of Liquids- Liquid crystals and their applications.Inorganic Advanced materials : Solid Electrolytes: Mixed oxides, cationic, anionic solid electrolytes, mixed ionic-electronic conductors- Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC), Rechargeable battery materials- Solid state chemistry of metal nitrides and fluorides, chalcogenides, intercalation chemistry and metal-rich phases.- Inorganic pigments, Inorganic phosphors- Molecular materials and fullerides, basic idea of molecular materials chemistry like One dimensional metals, Molecular magnets and Inorganic liquid crystals.Nuclear reactions - structure and stability- Magic numbers – Detailed study of different nuclear models- radio active equilibria and equations of radioactive decay and growth - Nuclear reactions: Direct nuclear reactions, heavy ion induced nuclear reactions, photonuclear reactions. Neutron captures cross section and critical size -Applications of nuclear reactions- fission and fusion; neutron activation analysis – counting techniques.Solid State Chemistry: Crystal symmetry- Point groups and space groups. Miller indices and Bravais Lattices- Close packed structures: BCC, FCC and HCP. Voids. Coordination number. X-ray diffraction by crystals: Applications and calculations using Bragg’s equation and indexing methods. Different types of Crystal defects and consequencesTemperature dependence of conductivity, carrier density and carrier mobility in semiconductors - Superconductivity, Photoconductivity Photovoltaic effect.
Inorganic Chemistry-2
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Construction of energy level diagrams. Correlation diagram. Method of descending symmetry. Term symbols; Correlation diagrams for dn and d10 ions in octahedral and tetrahedral fields ; Orgel and Tanabe-Sugano diagrams. Symmetry and Selection rules for electronic spectra , IR and Raman Theory of Electronic, IR, NMR, ESR and Mossbaur spectra of complexes.Different aspects of magnetic properties of complexes and their determination.Essential and trace metal elements in biological systems, . Role of Iron,Calcium, Copper, Lithium, Aluminium, Magnesium and other metals in biological systems structure and functions of biological membranes, mechanism of ion transport across membranes, sodium- potassium pump. - Role and effects : Coenzymes, Cytochromes, chlorophylls and hormones. Photosynthesis, porphyrin ring system, chlorophyll, PS I and PS II. Synthetic model for photosynthesis. Inorganic medicinal chemistry. Metals in medicine.Nomenclature, synthesis, structure, properties and bonding of organo-metallic compounds - metal carbonyls and cyanides – Complexes with linear π donor ligands: Olefins, acetylenes, dienes and allyl complexes. Complexes with cyclic π donors: Cyclopentadiene, benzene complexes.Spectroscopic Methods in Inorganic Chemistry- Structural elucidation of coordination compounds containing the following molecules/ ions as ligands- NH3, H2O, CO, NO, OH– , SO2– , CN– , SCN– , NO–, NO–, CH3COO– and X– (X=halogen). changes in ligand vibration on coordination with metal ions.- CD and ORD spectra of metal complexes- NMR of metal nuclides with emphasis on 11B, 31P and 19F NMR.- ESR spectra: Application to Cu(II) complexes and inorganic free radicals such as PH4, F– and [BH]–. Mossbauer Spectroscopy: Application of the technique to the studies of iron and tin complexesStructure andbonding offerroceneand dibenzenechromium complexes - Metal –Metal bonds and metal atom clusters. Tri , Tetra and hexa nuclear clusters, Isoelectronic and isolobal relationships, Low nuclearity and High nuclearity carbonyl clusters (LNCCs and HNCCs). Cubane Clusters, Chalcogenide Clusters, Chevrel Phases. Zintl Anions and Cations – Capping Rule Catalysis by organo metallic compounds and metal clusters- hydrogenation, hydroformylation and polymerization.
Organic Chemistry-2
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Linear Free Energy Relations, The Hammett equation and its applications. Significance of sigma (σ) and rho (ρ) reactions with negative and positive ρ, low and high ρ, abnormal Hammet plot, Taft equation. Hammet plot and applications- Primary, secondary, inverse kinetic isotope effects. Salt effects and special salt effects in SN reactionsMechanism with evidence of Wagner – Meerwein, Pinacol, Demjanov, Hofmann, Curtius, Schmidt, Lossen, Beckmann, Fries, Hofmann–Martius, Dienone–phenol, Benzilic acid, Benzidine, Favorskii, Stevens and Wolf rearrangement.Oxidation and Reduction reactions in organic synthesis- Reduction using boranes, hindered boranes and derivatives- NaBH4, and LiAlH4, DIBAL-H, tri-n-butyltin hydride, diimide, and aluminium alkoxide. Birch reduction, Clemmensen reduction and Wolff - Kishner reduction, Huang - Minlon modification, Rosenmund reduction - allylic and benzylic oxidation, Sharpless epoxidation, oxidation using SeO2, manganese (IV) oxide, lead tetraacetate, ozone, peracids, DDQ, silver carbonate and Cr(VI) reagents. Jones oxidation, Swern oxidation, Moffatt oxidation, Sommelet reaction. Applications of HIO4, OsO4 and mCPBARetrosynthetic analysis and disconnection approach in organic synthesis- Olefin metathesis- Grubbs’ catalysts. Umpolung concept-1,3-Dithiane, benzoin condensation. Heck, Negishi, Sonagashira, Kumada, Stille coupling and Suzuki couplingUse of various organic, inorganic and organometallic reagents in organic synthesis- Grignard reagents, Alkyl lithiums, Lithium Dialkylcuprates, Alkynyl copper reagents, Tebbe reagent etc. Use of various protecting groups in peptide synthesis. Phase transfer catalysis and its applications.
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BOTANY
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A brief account on structure, function of cells and cell organelles, - prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, cytoskeleton - organization and mobilityCell differentiation - characteristics and mechanismsCell divisions - stages, synaptonemal complexe, theories and mechanism of crossing over and molecular mechanism of crossing overChemistry of chromosome - DNA, RNA, kinetochore, NOR and constriction of chromosomesDNA sequencing, chemical synthesis of nucleotidesMolecular nature of genesMolecular tools for studying genes and gene activitiesNumerical and structural variations of chromosomesOrigin, Ultrastructure and function of cell membrane, cell organellesPCR and FISH and their applicationsProkaryotic and eukaryotic DNA replicationTechniques of DNA analysis - preparation of DNA and RNA probes, hybridization, autoradiography, DNA finger printingBrief account of human genome projectExtra chromosomal inheritanaceGene synthesis - Khorana -KornbergGenetic code and gene expressions - protein synthesis, gene regulations - prokaryotes and eukaryotesHuman genetics - blood group systems - ABO, Rh and MN blood groups, human karyotype and syndromes caused by its aberrations, genetic counseling, pedigree analysisLinkage and crossing over, gene mappingMendelian genetics and gene interationMicrobial genetics - transduction, transformation and conjugation in bacteria, Lysogeny and lytic cycle in virusesMutations, DNA damage and repairNucleic acids - DNA and RNA types, structure, function and replicationPolygenic inheritancePopulation genetics - Hardey-Weinberg equilibrium - genetic drift, genetic load, consanguinity and its genetic effectsTranslation, post translation and post transcriptionApplication of databases in biologyApplications of bioinformatics - transcriptomix, metabolomics, pharmacogenomics (brief account only)Introduction to data structures, data base concepts, tools for searching, homology searchingMajor bioinformatic resources - NCBI, EBI, EMBL, GENBANK, DDBJ, SWISSPROT, PDBSequence databases .sequence comparison, structural databases, proteomics and genomics (elementary)Tools in bioinformatics - BLAST, CLUSTAL -X, CLUSTAL-W, Phylip, GENSCANBlotting techniques - Northern, Southern and WestDNA markers - RFLP, RAPD, AFLP and Antisense RNAGene transfer techniques - direct and indirect traspossors as vectors - gene silencingGenetically modified organisms and foods, social and ethical considerations, IPR issues, patents and biopiracyHaploid production- anther and ovule culture - applicationsIsolation of genomic and organellar DNA. Methods of gene identification - vector mediated and vectorless PCR, genomioc and cDNA librariesPlant tissue culture techniques - direct and indirect regenerationProduction of secondary metabolites - cell immobilization - bioreactor technology, in vitro strategies of germplasm conservationSomatic cell genetics and somatic clonal variationsSomatic embryogenesis - artificial seeds, protoplast culture, somatic hybridization, impacts in plant breedingTransgenic biology - gene cloning and transformation technique in plants-gene targeting and sequence tagComputer application in biologyComputer packages for biostatistics and numerical taxonomyHardware and software parts of a computerInternet online biology resources, public library of sciences, online publications, electronic journals and booksGeneral account on morphology, anatomy and life cycle of the following groups: Hepaticopsida, Anthoceratopsida and BryopsidaOrigin, evolution and economic importances of bryophytes - indicators of pollution, horticulture, medicine etc..Economic importances of gymnospermsGeneral account on morphology, anatomy and life cycle of the following groups -cycadopsida, coniferopsida and gnetopsidaBacteria: ultra structure, major groups, nutritional types and reproductionBrief account on phones, viroids, virions, mycoplasmas, interferons, actinomycetes, bacteriophagesEconomic importances of microbes- in ecology, food, industry, medicine, agriculture and other industriesViruses: ultrastructure, major groups, nutritional types, replicationClassification of fungi - Alexopoulos and Mims (1979), Ainsworth and Bisby (1983)Economic importances of fungi - degradation of pesticides and wastes, decomposition of organic matter, degradation of lignin, significances in medicine and industry, fungal toxins and human healthFungal associations - symbiosis, saprophytism, mycorrhiza, endophytes, lichensGeneral features of fungi - thallus structure, cell wall structure, heterothallism, parasexuality and reproductionSalient features of following classes- Myxomycota, Mastigomycota, Zygomycota, Ascomycota, Basidiomycota and DeuteromycotaFossil pteridophytes and gymnospermsGeological time scale and evolution of plant groupsTypes of fossilizationClassification of algae - Fritsch and SmithEconomic importances of algae : Biofertilizers, Food industry, Industrial and medicinal importances, algal bloomGeneral features of algae - thallus organization, vegetation, sexual and asexual reproduction and life cyclePattern of life cycle and salient features of the following classes: Cyanophyta, Chlorophyta, Xanthophyta, Bacillariophyta, Phaeophyta and RhodophytaRecent trends in classificationsCommon diseases of crops in Kerala - paddy, coconut, rubber, arecanut, pepper, ginger, cardamom, coffee and teaDisease management - chemical, biological and quarantine measuresPrinciples of plant pathology - biotic and abiotic agents and various symptoms of plant diseasesProcess of infection and defense mechanisms - enzymes, toxins, structural and biochemical defense systemsEconomic importances of pteridophytes - as biofertilizers, in horticulture, medicine, ecological indicators, as weed, in food industryGeneral account on morphology, anatomy and life cycle of the following groups -Psilopsida, Psilotopsida, Lycopsida, Sphaenopsida and PteropsidaHeterospory, seed habit, stelar evolutionMODULE – VII Recent developments in BotanyAnatomy of stem, root and leaf - both primary and secondary structure in stem and rootAnomalous secondary growth in dicot and monocot stemsBrief account of nodal anatory, wood anatomy and floral anatomyTissues - meristem, secretory and excretory tissues, primary and secondary tissuesEndosperm types, polyembryony, parthenocarpy and apmixisMegasporogenesis and embryosac developmentMicrosporogenesis and male gametophyte developmentPollination, fertilization and embryogeny in both monocots and dicotsOrigin of life - theories of evolution, classical and modernSpeciationBrief account on vital staining, double staining, whole mount, maceration and histochemical tests for carbohydrates, proteins and lipidsFixing, killing, dehydration, clearing, embedding, staining and mounting - reagents used in each stepTools in microtechnique -microscopy, micrometry, camera lucida, cryostat, microtomes (rotary and sledge)Aeropalynology and melittopalynology and pollen allergyContributions of Dr. PKK. Nair to palynologyPalynology in relation to taxonomyUltrastructure of pollen wall, pollen morphology, - NPC system of classification of pollen aperturesBack cross breeding, resistance breeding (disease resistance and stress resistance), vertical and horizontal resistancesConsequences of inbreeding, heterosis and incompatibilityMethods in crop improvement and achievements - plant introduction, selection, mutation breeding, polyploidy breeding and hybridizationMethods of vegetative propagation of plantsPlant breeder's rights, national biodiversitypolicySeed production and certification, major centres of crop production in IndiaCommon cereals, millets and pulsesMedicinal plantsTimbers, fibres, sugar and oil yielding cropsVegetables, spices, beverages cropsBiogeochemical cycles and environmental pollution - air, water and noiseEcosystems - structure, function and types and biomesEnvironmental impact assessment and major programmes - UNEP, IUCN, MAB, Earth Summit, CBDGlobal environmental problems - ozone depletion, global warming, acid rain, nuclear hazards, El-nino, climate change,Habitat ecology - terrestrial, fresh water, wet land and marinePopulation ecology - community ecology and ecological successionSpecies interactions - competitions, herbivory, carnivory, symbiosis etc..Common plants of ethnobotanical importance in KeralaContributions of SK. Jain to ethnobotanyMethods of ethnobotanical studiesSacred groves and their importanceConsequences of deforestation and industrializationMajor and minor forest products with special reference to KeralaSignificances of forest on environmentFloral whorls and their parts - fruits and seed morphologyFlower as a modified shootVegetative morphology = leaf, root and stemFactors affecting plant distributionPhytogeographic zones of IndiaSoil, climate and vegetation of IndiaClassification systems - artificial, natural and phylogeneticInterdisciplinary approaches to angiosperm systematic (anatomy, embryology, morphology, cytology, palynology, chemotaxonomy, numerical taxonomy, molecular taxonomy)Principles of taxonomy - plant nomenclature, taxonomic hierarchy, phylogeny of angiosperms, taxonomic keysStudy of the following families and their characteristic features: Ranunculaceae, Magnoliaceae, Capparidaceae, Polygalaceae, Cryophyllaceae, Malvaceae, Leguminosae, Myrtaceae, Melastomaceae, Cucurbitaceae, Rubiaceae, Asteraceae, Asclepiadaceae, Boraginaceae, Lamiaceae, Amaranthaceae, Euphorbiaceae, Orchidaceae, Scitamineae, Liliaceae, Commelinaceae, Arecaceae, Araceae, Cyperaceae, Poaceae.Amino acids and proteins - structure and properties and classification of amino acids and proteins, amino acid metabolism, Ramachandran plot, verification of proteinsCarbohydrates - structure, function and metabolism, inter conversionEnzymes - major groups, relation of enzyme activity, enzyme kinetics, assay, regulation, allosteric enzymes, isoenzymes, ribioenzymes, coenzymesLipids - structure, function and metabolism, biosynthesis of fatty acids, alpha and beta oxidationVitamins - classification, function and sources of vitamins and their role as co-enzymesBiophysical methods for analysis of biopolymers - x-ray diffraction, fluorescent, NMR spectroscopy, UV, visible and ESR spectroscopy, ORD/CD, atomic absorption and plasma emission spectroscopyCentrifugation - density gradient and ultra centrifugationChromatogram - gel filteration, ion exchange, affinity, TLC, GC, HPLC, HPTLC, GCMSElectrophoresis - AGE, PAGE, SDS-PAGE, isoelectrofocusing, ELISAMicroscopy - bright field, phase contrast, fluorescent and electron microscope (SEM and TEM), photometry, colorimetrypH and buffersRadiation dosimetry, radioactive isotopes, autoradiography, Cerenkov radiation, liquid scintillation techniquesCorrelation and regression analysisExperimental design - randomnized block, latin squareMeasures of central tendency - mean, median, modeMeasures of dispersion - range, quartile deviation, mean deviation, standard deviation and coefficient of variationsProbability - basic concept, theoremsProcess and presentation of data - tables and graphsSampling methods and errorsTests of significance - T-tests, Chi-square, F-tests, ANOVAAscent of sap - source and sink relationshipGrowth and development - role of phytohormones, photoperiodism, vernalization, florigenesMineral nutrition - hydroponics, aeroponicsNitrogen metabolism in plantsPhotosynthesis - C3, C4 and CAM cycle in detail, photorespirationRespiration - oxidative photophosphorylationSeed germination - physiological and biochemical ChangesStress physiology - water, salt, hot and cold stress - heat shock proteins, adaptationsWater relation to plants - absorption and transpiration of water - opening and closing of stomata - factors affecting water transport
ZOOLOGY
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Birds and Mammals: Origin of birds and mammals. Structural and functional modifications for aerial life.Chordates: Cephalochordates and Urochordates. Vertebrate Phylogeny-Agnatha, Ostracoderms and Gnathostomes Placoderms, Acanthodians, Chondrichthyes and Osteichthyes. Structural and Functional adaptations of fishes.Class Mammalia: Prototheria, Metatheria and Eutheria. Phylogeny of Mammalian orders. Adaptive radiation in mammals.Echinoderms: Classification and adaptive radiationExceptions in biologyHemichordates : Position in the animal kingdom, phylogeny and evolutionary significanceLower Metazoans: Porifera, Cnidaria-Polymorphism, Ctenophora, Acoelomata, Placozoa, Mesozoa and Pseudo-coelomataOrganisms with special featuresPhylogenetic position of Molluscs, Adaptive Radiation in Molluscs and Annelids.Phylogeny of Arthropod-Monophyly and PolyphylyReptiles – origin and adaptive radiation. Mesozoic world of reptiles and extinction.Scientific names and common names of organisms under all phylumsTerrestrial Vertebrates: Tetrapod phylogeny - modern Amphibians, diversity, distribution, status and threats.Adaptations to stress- basic concept of environmental stress, acclimation, acclimatization, avoidance and toleranceCommunication behaviour: Evolution of communication, Sensory mechanisms: Electrical, Chemical, Olfactory, Auditory and Visual. Dance language of honey bees, Pheromonal communicationLearning behaviour: Short and long term memory, Habituation, Classical conditioning (Pavlov’s experiments), Instrumental conditioning, Latent learning, Trial and error learning, Instinct, Imprinting.Orientation, Navigation, Migration (Fishes and birds), Navigation cues. Biological rhythms Circadian, Lunar periodicity, Tidal rhythms.Social Behaviour: Aggregations, altruism, inclusive fitness, co-operation, territoriality,alarm call, social organization in insects and primatesDevelopmental and Evolutionary Genetics, Gradualism v/s punctuated equilibrium, anagenesis v/s cladogenesis,Origin and Evolution of Life, Origin of basic biological molecules, abiotic synthesis of organic monomers and polymers, concept of Oparin - Haldane, Miller-Urey Experiments. The RNA world. Idea of Panspermia. The First Cell. Evolution of Prokaryotes- origin of eukaryotic cells- evolution of unicellular eukaryotes, genome evolution. Geological Timescale. Major events in evolutionary timescale. Anthropocene. Tools and techniques in estimating evolutionary time scale. Mass extinction and its consequences. Fossils- fossilization and its significance.Population Genetics. Gene pool, gene frequency, Hardy-Weinberg Law. Rate of change in gene frequency through natural selection, migration and random genetic drift. Founder effect. Isolating mechanisms and speciation. Micro, Macro and Mega evolution. Co-evolution.Pre-Darwanian, Lamarck, Darwin and Wallace and Post Darwinian concepts. Concepts of variation, adaptation, struggle, fitness and natural selection-spontaneity of mutation.Primate Evolution and Human Origins. Stages in Primate evolution- Prosimii, Anthropoidea and Hominids. Factors in human origin, hominid fossils. Cytogenetic and molecular basis of origin of man-African origin of modern man- Mitochondrial Eve, Y chromosomal AdamBasic concepts, Importance and ApplicationsFive kingdom classificationHierarchy of categories, Obligatory categories of classificationModern Taxonomic Trends: Chemotaxonomy, Cytotaxonomy, Molecular taxonomy, Cladistics, Numerical taxonomy, Bar coding techniquesSpecies conceptTaxonomic keys: ICZN, Nomenclature, merits and demerits, ethicsTaxonomic procedures and Tools: Collection, Preservation, Curating and IdentificationTheories of Biological classification, Taxonomic characters.Biogeographical zones of IndiaData and Variable (Collection, Types, Sources).Population, Sample, Sampling Methods (Random, Cluster, Stratified and Geographical) and Sampling Errors/Bias. Organization of Data - Editing, Classification, Tabulation (forming a frequency distribution from raw data and types and characteristics of a Frequency table).Presentation of Data - Types and Characteristics of Tables and Visual aids – Graphs, Charts, Diagrams, Flow charts, Cartographs. Statistical Analysis Tools - Parametric and Non Parametric; Bivariate and Multivariate Analysis. Interpretation and Forecasting, Characteristics, Merits and De merits of Mean, Median and Mode, Range, Quartile Deviation, Mean Deviation and Standard Deviation. Correlation, Regression, Probability analysis. Probability distributions Binomial, Poisson and Normal. Chi- Square Test Student’s ‘t’ testF-test and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA - One way)Basic concepts - Knowledge, Information and Data - Science, Pseudoscience. Life Science - Definition, Laws, Characteristics. Scientific temper, Empiricism, Rationalism and Units of measurements. Types of Research (Descriptive/Analytical, Applied/ Fundamental, Quantitative/Qualitative, Conceptual/Empirical. Research and scientific method. Research Process. Research formulation -Observation and Facts, Prediction and explanation, Induction, Deduction. Hypothesis -Null and alternate hypothesis and testing of hypothesis -Research Design -Basic principles, Meaning, Need and features of good design, Important concepts. Development of a research plan -Exploration, Description, Diagnosis, Experimentation, determining experimental and sample designs.Data collection techniques. Scientific Documentation and Communication. Information Science, Extension and Ethics:Sources of Information -Primary and secondary sources. Intellectual Property Rights – Copy right, Patents, Trademarks, Geographical indications. Safety and precaution - ISO standards, Lab protocols, Lab animal use, care and welfare, animal houses, radiation hazards. Extension: Lab to Field, Extension communication,Diffusion and Osmosis: Diffusion -Kinetics of diffusion, Fick’s law of diffusion and diffusion coefficient, Biological significance in animals, Electrochemical gradient, Stokes-Einstein equation and Graham’s law, Facilitated diffusion, Gibbs-Donnan equilibrium. Osmosis- osmotic concentration and osmotic pressure, Van’t Hoff’s laws. Biological significance of osmosis in animals.Radiation Biophysics: Ionizing radiation, units of radioactivity, exposure and dose. Interaction of radiation with matter – effect on nucleic acids, proteins, enzymes and carbohydrates. Cellular effects of radiation : somatic and genetic. Nuclear medicine : Internally administered radioisotopes. Radio iodine in thyroid function analysis. Renal, liver and lung function analysis. Application of radioactive tracers, Radiation protection and therapy.Biological and Histological Techniques: Fixation, preparation of temporary and permanent slides, whole mounts, smears, squashes and sections. Specimen preparation for TEM, SEM, shadow casting, freeze fracturing, freeze etching, negative staining. Microphotography. Cytochemical and histological methods- Microtome techniques, fixation, staining. Cytochemistry of nucleic acids, detection of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids.Centrifugation: Basic principles of sedimentation, Types of centrifuges, Analytical and Preparative centrifugation, Differential and density gradient centrifugation. Radioisotope Detection and Measurement. Dosimetry: Ionization chamber, GM counter, Solid and liquid scintillation counters, Autoradiography.Chromatography: Paper chromatography, Thin layer chromatography, Ion exchange chromatography. Gel permeation chromatography, Affinity chromatography, Gas chromatography, High pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC). Electrophoresis. Paper electrophoresis, Gel electrophoresis, Polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (PAGE) – SDS and nonSDS , Agarose gel electrophoresis , Disc electrophoresis, High voltage electrophoresis, immunoelectrophoresis, isoelectric focusing.Colorimetry, Spectrophotometry and Spectroscopy. Principle and applications of colorimetry and spectrophotometry (UV and visual) . Spectroscopy , X-ray diffraction crystallography, Flame emission spectroscopy, Atomic absorption spectroscopy, Nuclear Magnetic resonance spectroscopy (NMR), Circular dichroism spectroscopy, ESR spectroscopy, Mass spectroscopy.Electrophysiological methods: ECG, EEG, PET, MRI, CAT,Microscopy: Light microscope and dark field microscope, Phase contrast microscope, Differential Interference contrast (Nomarsky) microscopy, Confocal microscope, Electron microscope –TEM, SEM, Scanning Tunnelling and Atomic Force Microscopes., Polarising microscope, fluorescence microscope and camera lucidaNanotechnology: Nanosensors and Nanomedicines,pH meter, Principle and working. Types of pH meters.Radio Immuno Assay, Enzyme Linked Immuno Sorbant Assay (ELISA).Bioenergetics: Laws of thermodynamics and biological system- Enthalpy, Entropy, Free energy concept. Energy of activation, Standard free energy change. Role of ATP as a free energy carrier in the biological system.Enzymes: Classification- (I.U.B. system). Mechanism of enzyme action: Formation of enzyme substrate complex- Michaelis-Menten theory, Fischer's template theory and Koshland's induced fit theory. Factors influencing enzyme action. Enzyme kinetics - Michaelis-Menten equation - derivation; significance of Km and Vmax Values. Lineweaver- Burk equation and double reciprocal plot of enzyme reaction. Enzyme inhibition - Competitive, non-competitive and uncompetitive inhibition, suicide inhibition and feedback inhibition. Classification, Structure and functions of Vitamins. Vitamins as co-enzymes.Hompolysaccharides - Structure and biological roles of cellulose, starch, glycogen, inulin and chitin. Heteropolysaccharide - Structure and biological roles of hyaluronic acid, chondroitin, chondroitin sulphate, keratan sulphate, heparin and agar-agar Proteins: Amino acids, Classification: (a) on the basis of number of amino and carboxyl group (b) on the basis of the chemical composition of side chain (c) based on the polarity of side chain (R) Amphoteric properties of amino acids pk value and Isoelectric point (pI) of amino acids. Peptide bond and peptides (di, tri, tetra, oligo and polypeptide). Structure of protein. Primary structure, Secondary structure ( -helix -parallel & antiparallel and B-pleated sheet), random coil conformation, Tertiary structure, Quarternary structure. Brief note on protein domains, motifs, folds and Ramachandran plot. Biological roles of proteins Lipids: Classification of lipids -Simple lipids (fats, oils and waxes), compound lipids (phospholipids, glycolipids, lipoproteins and sulpholipids) and derived lipids. Biological roles of lipids - as food reserves (storage lipids), structural lipids in membrane, as signals, as co-factors, as pigments, as insulators, as vitamin carriers. Prostaglandins - Chemical nature and functions. Fatty acids - definition; essential fatty acids. Classification with examples- Saturated, unsaturated, hydroxyl and cyclic fatty acids Nomenclature of fatty acids - Genevan system. Nucleic acids: Structural organization of DNA (Watson -Crick model) Structural organization of t-RNA;. Biological roles of nucleotides and nucleic acidsMacromolecules and their subunits. Chemical bonds of biomolecules. Carbohydrates: Classification of carbohydrates with examples-Structure of monosaccharides- glucose, fructose, galactose, mannose and ribose. Isomerism - Structural isomerism (functional group isomerism) and stereo isomerism (optical isomerism)- mention epimer, anomer and enantiomer with examples , Mutarotation Biological roles of monosaccharides.Metabolism and biosynthesis of biomolecules. Carbohydrate metabolism. Glycolysis - Fate of pyruvic acid Citric acid cycle; Pyruvate dehydrogenase complex and ketoglutarate dehydrogenase complex Electron transport system and oxidative phosphorylation; Redox potential, Chemiosmotic hypothesis; inhibitors of electron transport chain Gluconeogenesis, Glycogenesis, Glycogenolysis; regulation of glycogen synthesis and breakdown . Pentose phosphate pathway (HMP pathway) and its significance Uronic acid pathway Amino acid metabolism: Biosynthesis and degradation of amino acids - glutamic acid, phenyl alanine, methionine, tryptophan, isoleucine, histidine, valine. Fate of amino acids in the body. Transamination, Decarboxylation and deamination reactions in the biological system. Lipid metabolism Oxidation of fatty acids Biosynthesis of fatty acids. Biosynthesis of cholesterol Nucleic acid metabolism. Biosynthesis and degradation of purines and pyramidinesStructure and biological roles of maltose, sucrose, lactose, trehalose and cellobiose.Hematopoiesis – Lymphoid and myeloid lineages. Hematopoietic growth factors. Genes that regulate hematopoiesis. Regulation of hematopoiesis. B- Lymphocytes, T- lymphocytes and Antigen presenting cells. Antigens Immunogenicity, Antigenicity. Factors that influence immunogenicity. Adjuvants. Haptens. Epitopes. Properties of B-cell and T- cell epitopes. Immunoglobulins (Antibodies) Structure and function of Antibody molecules. Generation of Antibody diversity. Immunoglobulin gene. Antigenic determinants of immunoglobulin - (a) Isotype (b) Allotype (c) Idiotype. B-cell receptor (BCR). Monoclonal Antibodies. Production of Monoclonal Antibodies (Hybridoma technology). Clinical uses of Monoclonal Antibodies. Antibody Engineering. Antigen- Antibody interactions Strength of antigen – antibody interactions. (a) Antibody affinity (b) Antibody avidity. Cross- reactivity. Precipitation reactions. Immunotechnics – ELISA, RIA, Western Blot, Immunoelectrophoresis, Flow cytometry and fluorescence .Humoral immunity. Cellular immunity. T- Cell receptor, TCR-CD3 complex. Activation, maturation and differentiation of B-Cells and T-Cells. Immune effector mechanism. Cytokines. Cytokine antagonists. Cytokine secretion by TH1 and TH2-cells.Cytokine related diseases. (a) Bacterial septic- shock (b) chaga‟s disease) (c) lymphoid and myeloid cancers. Therapeutic uses of cytokines. Toll- like receptors.The Complement system. The functions of complement components. Complement activation (a) Classical pathway (b) Alternate pathway (c) Lectin pathway. Regulation of complement system. Biological consequences of complement activation. Complement deficiencies. Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) General organization and inheritance of MHC. MHC molecules and genes. Cellular distribution of MHC. Antigen- processing and presentation-Exogenous and Endogenous pathways. Presentation of non- peptide antigens. Transplantation immunology Auto graft, Allograft, Isograft and xenograft Immunological basis of graft rejection. Role of cell- mediated responses. Transplantation antigens. General immune suppressive therapy. Hypersensitivity Reactions. Allergens IgE- mediated (type- I) hypersensitivity. Antibody- mediated cytotoxic (type- II) hypersensitivity. Immune complex- mediated (type- III) hypersensitivity. TDTH- mediated (type- IV) hypersensitivity Vaccines.: Active and passive immunization. Whole organism vaccines. Recombinant vector vaccines. DNA vaccines. Synthetic peptide vaccines. Multivalent vaccines. Immunity and malnutrition and immune deficiency diseases. Immunity and malnutrition. Primary immune deficiency diseases. (a)Burton‟s disease (b) Di-George syndrome and SCID. Secondary immune deficiency - AIDS. Transmission of HIV. Vaccines to prevent AIDS. AutoimmunityCardiovascular system : Structural organization of myogenic heart (in human beings). Physiological anatomy of cardiac muscle – specialized tissue. Cardiac cycle. Neural and chemical regulation of heartfunction. Blood volume and blood pressure. Physiological anatomy of coronary blood flow, Ischemic heart disease. Lymphatic System. Lymph channels of the body. Composition and formation of lymph. Functions of lymph and lymphatic system including.Endocrinology: Invertebrate and vertebrate endocrine system. Endocrine glands. Synthesis, physiologic role, control and mechanisms of hormone action. Neuro-endocrine regulation of hormone action. Disorders of hormonal imbalance in Man.Environmental Physiology: Thermoregulation. Comfort zone, normal body temperatures (oral, skin & core). Temperature regulating mechanism ( hot & cold) , role of hypothalamus, thyroid and adrenal glands.Excretory System: Introduction: Brief description of different types of excretory organs in different animal groups (flame cells, green glands, malpighian tubules). Functional anatomy of mammalian kidney, nephron and juxtaglomerular apparatus- structure ,parts and function. Urine formation (glomerular filtration, tubular reabsorption and tubular secretion) Regulation of water balance -Mechanism of concentration of urine – Counter Current system . Renal regulation of acid- base balance & electrolyte balance. Structure of urinary bladder, micturition reflex and micturition. Renal clearance – definition, concept and significance; clearance value of urea, creatinine, phosphate, potassium, chloride and sodium.Muscle physiology, Skeletal, Smooth and Cardiac muscles , physiology of muscle contraction, muscle proteins, molecular mechanism of muscle contraction, muscle twitch, rigor mortis, summation.Nervous system: Organisation of human brain. Cerebrum and cerebral lobe. Cerebral cortex and its functional areas- Motor cortex, Broca‟s area ,cortex and its association area, gustatory cortex, visual cortex and its association area, auditory cortex and its association area, olfactory cortex, wernick‟s area, Brodman map, cerebral dominance . Cortical white matter- commissures, association fibers, projection fibers, corpus callosum and fornix, basal nuclei, Brain stem, Cerebellum, Diencephalon –. Functional brain systems - Limbic system and reticular formation. Protection of brain – Meninges, cerebrospinal fluid- formation and function, blood brain barrier and its function. Diseased states of brain - schizophrenia, Alzheimer’s disease, Senile dementia & Parkinson’s disease. somatosensory.Memory- types of memory- short term, intermediate long term and Long term memory, consolidation of memory. PNS and Autonomic nervous system.Spinal cord – structure. Reflex action, reflex arc, monosynaptic and polysynaptic reflexes , inverse stretch reflex and golgi tendon organ.Nutrition: Constituents of normal diet and their daily requirements. Physiological calorie value of food stuffs. Antioxidant nutrients. Movements of GI tract: deglutition, gastric motility and emptying, intestinal motility and defecation. Mechanism of absorption of monosaccarides, amino acids and lipids and vitamins. The role of hormones and neurotransmitters in the control of gastrointestinal Motility.Energy balance and obesity-causes and consequences. BMR and its significance.Reproductive physiology: Anatomy and histology of adult testis and ovary. Reproductive cycles of mammals and their hormonal control. Physiology of implantation, pregnancy, parturition, and lactation.Respiratory system: Introduction: Brief description of major respiratory organs (tracheal system, book lungs, gills and ctenidia). Physiological anatomy and histology of respiratory passage and lungs. Mechanism of pulmonary ventilation (inspiration & expiration) .Alveolar ventilation, dead space and its effect on alveolar ventilation. Role of surfactant in alveolar expansion. Pulmonary volumes and capacities – definition & normal values (tidal volume, inspiratory reserve volume, expiratory reserve volume, residual volume, functional residual capacity, inspiratory capacity, vital capacity, total lung capacity). Exchange of gases- partial pressures involved-lung and tissues. Oxygen dissociation curve – factors affecting binding of oxygen to haemoglobin (PO2,PCO2,CO, pH, body temperature, diphosphoglyceric acid level, foetal haemoglobin and also myoglobin). Neural and chemical regulation of respiration: Respiratory centres & factors regulating respiration.Special senses Vision: Structure of eyeball Fluid systems of the eye Layers of Retina and photoreceptors (rods & cones) Neuronal cell types and neural circuitary of the retina and visual pathways from retina to visual cortex Image formation Taste: Primary sensations of taste. Taste buds, Physiology of taste , Smell: Olfactory membrane and receptor cells Physiology of olfaction, Tactile response: Mechanoreceptor, Pain receptors , . Thermal receptors, Formation of image on the retina. A brief general account of electrophysiology of vision Photochemistry of vision and colour visionChromosomal anomalies in human, inborn errors in metabolism, molecular diagnosis techniquesClassification of mammals, endemic Indian birdsCommon Aquaculture practices, culture fishes, classification of fish, ornamental fishesInsect pests of agricultural crops, control measures, economically important insectsPrimary databases - Nucleotide sequence databases: GenBank, EMBL, DDBJ ; Protein sequence databases: SWISSPROT, PIR; Structure databases: PDB, NDB; Secondary databases: PROSITE, Pfam, CATH; Composite databases: OWL; Literature database: PubMed; Database searching – Entrez; Database sequence submission – BankIt. Types of sequence alignment, methods of sequence alignment, scoring schemes, gaps and gap penalties, construction of phylogenetic trees. Structural genomics, functional genomics, comparative genomics, data mining in proteomics – Microarrays, significance of proteomics and drug design, Systems Biology, metabolomics, gene network, synthetic biologyCancer: Basic properties of a cancer cell, Types of cancer, Causes of cancer, Genetics of cancer, Tumour suppressor gene, Oncogene. New strategies for combating cancer: Immunotherapy, Gene therapy, Inhibiting cancer promoting proteins, Inhibiting formation of new blood vessels.Cell junctions: Cell adhesion and Extracellular matrix Basal membrane and laminin, Collagen, Proteoglycan, Fibronectin. Interaction of cells with extracellular matrix: Integrins. Focal adhesion and hemidesmosomes. Interaction of cells with other cells: Selectins, Immunoglobulins, Cadherens, Adherens. Junctions and desmosomes. Tight junctions, Gap junctions and Plasmodesmata.Cell Signalling: Basic principles of cell communication. Extracellular messengers (signalling molecules), role of Calcium and Nitric oxide (NO) as intracellular and intercellular messengers. Receptors: G- Protein coupled receptors, Receptor tyrosine kinases (RTK), Ion channel receptors, Cytokine receptors (Tyrosine kinase linked receptors).Second messengers: Cyclic-AMP, Cyclic-GMP, Inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate (IP3), Di-acyl glycerol (DAG). Signalling pathways: G-protein coupled receptor (GPCR) and cyclic AMP pathway – role of protein kinase A (PKA), GPCR pathway in rod cells, Receptor protein tyrosine kinase and Ras-MAP kinase pathway, JAK-STAT pathway, Calcium phosphatidyl- inositol pathway, Phospho Inositide 3-kinase (PI3 kinase),Transforming growth factor (TGF) signaling pathway. Regulation of signaling pathways.Cellular Membranes: Membrane structure and chemistry, dynamic nature of the plasma membrane, membrane functions, Diffusion and osmosis, Facilitated diffusion, Active transport, Bulk transport. Nucleus and nuclear membrane membrane potentials, ion channels.Cellular Reproduction: Cell cycle: Mitosis, meiosis and Structure of chromosomes, Control of cell cycle, Checkpoints in cell cycle. Control of cell division and cell growth. Apoptosis- extrinsic and intrinsic pathways, significance.Organization of chromosomes and genes.: Structure of chromatin and chromosomes, heterochromatin, euchromatin –unique and repetitive DNA. Chromosomal changes- euploidy, aneuploidy, chromosomal aberrations- Structural alterations-gene mutations-molecular changes- deletion, duplication, translocation, inversion and sister chromatid exchange. Interrupted genes and gene families. Concept of gene-Allele, multiple alleles, pseudoallele, complementation tests. Extrachromosomal inheritance- inheritance of mitochondrial and chloroplast genes, maternal inheritance.Structural organization and function of intracellular organelles: Endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi complex, Ribosome, Mitochondria. Lysosome, Chloroplasts, Peroxisomes and GlyoxysomesComplex multigene family - organisation of histone genes in sea urchin and tRNA genes in Drosophila Developmentally controlled complex multigene family e.g., globin gene Globin genes and its products, Organisation of globin genes and its expression in Man, Evolution of globin genesConcept of an evolutionary clock, Pseudogenes, Transposable genetic elements - Transposons: Definition, features and types Transposition and mechanism, Transposons in bacteriaControl of gene expression at transcription and translation level:: Regulation of gene expression in Phages – alternate patterns of gene expression for control of lytic and lysogenic cycle in λphage Regulation of gene expression in bacteria – basic features of tryptophan, lac, arabinose and galactose operons Regulation of gene expression in eukaryotes – Role of chromatin in regulating gene expression Activation and repression of transcription Regulation of translation by gene arrangement Regulation of translation by alternate pathways of transcript splicing Antisense RNA strategies for regulating gene expression si RNA and mi RNA in regulationDNA replication: Semi-discontinuous synthesis-Okazaki fragments Replication origin and replication fork Unit of replication, extra chromosomal replicon of bacterial Ti plasmid Enzymes/proteins of replication- Primase, Replisomes, Helicase, DNA polymerases, Single strand binding proteins, Topoisomerases and Ligase; Fidelity of replication Replication of the ends of eukaryotic chromosome – role of telomerase, Models of DNA replication – Rolling circle model and looped rolling circle model, D-loop model, θ-model, Inhibitors of DNA replication – Methotrexate and Flu rodeoxyuridylateEukaryotic genome: Special features of eukaryotic genome Features, components and re-association kinetics of Unique, Moderately repetitive and High repetitive DNA Junk DNA, Satellite DNA and Selfish DNA, Cot value and complexity of genome, Organisation of human genomeGenetic code: Characteristics of genetic code, Start codons and stop codons, Degeneracy of the code: Wobble hypothesis and isoacceptor tRNAs, Special features of the genetic code in mitochondria, mitochondrial tRNA, Variations in the genetic code in Mycoplasma and Tetrahyme Point mutations that alter genetic code (missense, nonsense & frameshift)Interrupted genes: Definition and explanation: Organisation and special features of interrupted genes Interrupted genes in eukaryotes, exons and introns-R loops, significance of introns. Genes-within-genes (overlapping genes) Bacteriophage Ö X174., Evolution of interrupted genes Gene families: Definition and concept, Classification with example, Simple multigene family - organisation of rRNA gene in Xenopus.IS elements, Tn family Mu phage as a transposable element Transposons in eukaryotes. SINE, Alu family ;LINE,L1 P elements in Drosophila, Transposons in Maize, Retroviruses and transpositionMicrobial genetics: Prokaryotic genome- Escherichia coli genome – basic feature Methods of genetic transfers in bacteria– transformation (in Streptococcus pneumonia), conjugation and sexduction, transduction. Mapping genes by interrupted mating (in bacteria) Organelle genome: Chloroplast genome. Mitochondrial genome, Special features of yeast and human mitocondrial genome.Molecular mechanisms involved in recombination of DNA : Genetic recombination – Site specific recombination Non-homologous recombination Homologous recombination: Molecular mechanism involved in homologous recombination of DNA in eukaryotes- Holliday model: Holliday intermediate, heteroduplex DNA, gene conversion Role of Rec A protein in genetic recombinationRibosome: The site of protein synthesis: Structure, Composition; Reconstitution experiments . Active centres Biogenesis of ribosome in eukaryotesSafe guard systems of DNA. Restriction enzymes: significance, role and features of Type I, II & III restriction enzymes Modification: enzymes and significance Repair: Major kinds of damage to DNA and causes Repair mechanisms: Direct reversal, Mismatch repair, Excision repair, Recombination repair, SOS responseTranscription of mRNA in prokaryotes and eukaryotes: Structural organisation and life span of mRNA; monocistronic and polycistronic mRNA Transcription in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, Promoter (mention Pribnow, TATA, CAAT and GC box), enhancer and silencer sites, Transcription factors; Transcription activators and repressors, Characteristic features of RNA polymerases of phages, prokaryotes and eukaryotes and their functions, Post transcriptional modification of RNA, Capping, Polyadenylation, Splicing, RNA editingTranslation in prokaryotes and eukaryotes: Aminoacylation of tRNA & initiation, elongation and termination of protein synthesis Aminoacyl tRNA synthetases & initiation, elongation and termination factors Translational proof-reading Differences in protein synthesis between prokaryotes and eukaryotes Translational inhibitors in prokaryotes and eukaryotes – role of tetracycline, streptomycin, neomycin, chloramphenicol, erythromycin, puromycin and diphtheria toxin Post- translational modification of proteins: protein folding (role of chaperones) and biochemical modificationsBasic concepts of development Cell fate, potency, determination and differentiation. Commitment, Specification - autonomous, conditional, syncytial . Genomic equivalence and cytoplasmic determinants, Morphogenetic gradients, Genomic Imprinting, The stem cell concept- Progenitor cells, Adult stem cells, Mesenchymal stem cells, Multipotent adult stem cells, Pluripotent Embryonic stem cells, Induction, Competence, Determination and Differentiation, Morphogenetic gradients, Cell fate and cell lineages.Genomic equivalence and Cytoplasmic determinants.Differential gene transcription - exons and introns, promotors, silencers, enhancers, transcription factors, DNA methylation, genomic imprinting, dosage compensation, differential RNA processing; Control of gene expression: translational and post translational control of gene expression.Embryogenesis and Organogenesis : Axis formation in amphibians - The phenomenon of the Organizer- Nieuwkoop center., primary embryonic induction, mechanism of axis formation, Anterior-Posterior patterning in Amphibians- Hox code hypothesis Anterior posterior patterning in Drosophila – anterior forming genes (bicoid, hunchback), posterior forming genes (nanos, caudal), terminal forming gene (torso), segmentation genes- gap genes, pair rule genes, segmentation polarity genes, homeotic selector genes, realistor genes Dorso-ventral patterning in Drosophila. –dorsal protein gradient Limb development in chick- Formation of the Limb Bud, Generating the Proximal-Distal Axis of the Limb, Specification of the Anterior-Posterior, Limb Axis, Generation of the Dorsal-Ventral Axis. Insect wings and legs formation. Eye lens induction.Gametogenesis, fertilization and early development: Production of gametes- Spermatogenesis and Oogenesis, Ultrastructure of gamates, Cell surface molecules in sperm-egg recognition in animals (sea urchin and mammals) Zygote formation-Encounter of sperm and egg, Capacitation, Acrosome reaction, Activation of ovum, Amphimixis, Prevention of Polyspermy Cleavage and blastula formation, Gastrulation and formation of germ layers in amphibia,Metamorphosis of Amphibians and Insects; Hormonal control of metamorphosis. Heterochrony- neoteny, progenesis; regeneration - different types of regeneration; Histological processes during regeneration; Polarity and Metaplasia in regeneration; Teratogenesis, Malformations and disruptions, Gene – phene relationship, Autophene, Allophene and Pleiotrophy;Teratogenic agents (Retinoic acid, pathogens, alcohol, drugs and chemicals, heavy metals); Environmental oestrogens. Infertility-Test tube babies (In vitro fertilization and embryo transfer). Cloning experiments- (Amphibians, Mammals and Human).Transcription factors induced in the organizer. Neural induction, Regional specificity of induction, Genetic specificity of induction (Paracrine factors - Hedgehog family, Wnt family, TGF, BMP). Surface receptors and signal transduction pathway - RTK pathway, Smad pathway, Wnt pathway, Hedgehog pathway and cell death pathway.Epigenetics: Epigenetics - from phenomenon to field, a brief history of epigenetics - over view and concepts; chromatin modifications and their mechanism of action, concept of ‘histone-code’ hypothesis, epigenetics in Saccharomyces cerevisiae, position effect variegation, heterochromatin formation and gene silencing in Drosophila.Gene Fine Structure: The definition of gene. The standard genetic code, redundancy and Wobble.DNA Structure- alternate forms of the Double Helix. Gene synthesis (in vitro synthesis) – works of Khorana and Kornberg.Genetic Linkage, Chromosome Mapping. Chromosome theory of heredity, Linkage and recombination of genes in a chromosome, crossing over as the physical basis of recombination, Gene conversion, Recombination mapping with two-point and three –point test cross in Drosophila, Coincidence and Interference. Genetic mapping by tetrad analysis in Neurospora. Mitotic recombination. Genetic recombination in Phage, deletion mapping, conjugation mapping, mapping by interrupted mating, mapping with molecular markers and mapping using somatic cell.Human Genetics: Karyotype, pedigree analysis, Chromosome anomalies : autosomal and sex chromosomal disorders. Lod score for linkage testing, genetic analysis of complex traits - complex pattern of inheritance, quantitative traits, threshold traits; human genome and mapping.Molecular Organization of Chromosomes. Sex determination, sex linkage, sex limited and sex influenced characters in Man Genome size and C-value Paradox. Structure of eukaryotic chromosome, nucleosome model. Chromosome condensation - euchromatin and heterochromatin. Repetitive nucleotide sequences in eukaryotic genomes, kinetics of renaturation: Cot and Cot curve. Unique and repetitive sequences. Mini and micro satellites. Molecular structure of centromere and telomere. Polytene chromosomes and Lampbrush chromosomes. Chromosome banding techniques.Principles of Genetic Transmission: Mendelian Principles, Extension of Mendel’s principles: allelic variation and gene function- incomplete dominance and co-dominance. Gene action-from genotype to phenotype - penetrance and expressivity, gene interaction epistasis, pleiotropy, genomic imprinting, phenocopy.Quantitative and Population Genetics: Polygenic inheritance, analysis of quantitative traits, quantitative traits and natural selection, molecular analysis of quantitative traits, phenotypic plasticityBiogeography and Conservation. Principles and major approaches to conservation and environmental management. Role of UN- conventions, protocols; Climate change and the emerging discussions mitigation and adaptation; Role of UNFCC and IPCC. Country specific laws- mention major environmental/ conservation laws and rules in India-Wildlife Protection Act 1972 amended 1991, Forest Conservation Act, 1980, Air ( Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1981, Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Role of Intergovernmental and Non-governmental organizations in conservation-IUCN, WCMC,WRI,WWF, CI and Green Peace. National and Local NGOs.Applied Ecology: Environmental Pollution-types, causes and consequences. Concept of waste, types and sources of solid wastes including e-waste; Environmental biotechnology and solid waste management- aerobic and anaerobic systems. Concept of bioreactors in waste management. Liquid wastes and sewage. Bioremediation- need and scope of bioremediation in cleaning up of environment. Phytoremediation, bio-augmentation, biofilms, biofilters, bioscrubbers and trickling filters, Energy audit, Green technology and sustainable development, ecological foot print, carbon foot print, carbon credit, ecotaxes Deforestation- surface albedo- snow and ice- volcanic activity-dust particles- Greenhouse gas concentrations -Atmosphere- ocean heat exchange-Atmospheric carbon dioxide Variations- human influences: Global climate changes – causes and consequences. Physical evidence for climatic change – Historical and archaeological evidence-Glaciers – Vegetation Ice cores – Dendron climatology- Pollen analysis-Sea level changeCommunity Ecology: Concept of community - community structure and attributes, ecotone and edge effect. Ecological succession: types and mechanism, concept of climax. Species diversity in community and it’s measurement Alpha diversity, Simpson’s diversity index, Shannon index, Fisher’s alpha, rarefaction. Beta diversity Sorensen’s similarity index, Whittaker’s index, Evenness, Gamma diversity,Ecology and Environment: Concepts of habitats, niche, niche width and overlap, fundamental and realized niche, resource partitioning, character displacement. Gaia hypothesis. Concept of limiting factors- Liebig’s law, Shelford’s law. Ecological indicators.Ecosystem - Structure and Function. Food chain, food web, trophic levels. Ecological efficiencies, Ecological pyramids, Biogeochemical cycles- patterns and types (CNP). Tropical versus Temperate Ecology.Ecosystem monitoring- GIS, Physics of remote sensing, role of remote sensing in ecology, GPS and its application; EIA- tools and techniques, Ecosystem Modelling.Population Ecology: Population group properties, Natality and mortality. Population age structure, Growth forms and concept of carrying capacity. Population fluctuations, density dependent and density independent controls. Life history strategies, r & k selection. Population structure, aggregation, Allee’s principle, isolation, dispersal and territoriality, survivalship curves, life tables, Population interactions- types, positive and negative, interspecific and intraspecific interactions. Ecological and evolutionary effects of competition, Lotka Volterra model,Resource Ecology: Natural Resources: Soil-soil formation, physical and chemical properties of soil. significance of soil fertility. Mineral resources with reference to India. Impact of mining on environment; Forest resources deforestation, forest scenario of India. Aquatic resources - Freshwater and water scarcity, water conservation measures - case studies from India; Wetlands and its importance, international initiatives for wetland conservation - Ramsar sites. Sand mining and its impacts. Wetland reclamation- causes and consequences.Toxicology- Principles, toxicants- types, dose and effects, toxicity of heavy metals.Animal Biotechnology: Cell and Tissue culture: Basic techniques of mammalian cell culture, disaggregation of tissue and primary culture, maintenance of cell culture and cell separation. Growth media: Physicochemical properties, natural and artificial, Balanced salt solutions, Complete Media, Serum, Serum-Free Media and protein free media and their applications. Biology and characterization of cultured cells, measurement of viability and cytotoxicity. Manipulation of cultured cell and tissues- scaling up of animal cell culture, cell synchronization, cell transformation, organ and histotypic culture. Tissue engineering: strategies and developments in tissue engineering, Biomaterials. Contamination: Source of contamination, Type of microbial contamination, Monitoring, Eradication of contamination, Cross-Contamination. Cryopreservation - importance and process of cryopreservation, cryopreservation of embryos, Cryogenics. Transfection Methods: CaPO4 precipitation, Short Gun, Electroporation, Lipofection, Microinjection, Agrobacterium mediated gene transfer. Somatic cell nuclear transfer- reproductive cloning and therapeutic cloning. Gene knockout and knockin technology. Applications of transgenic animals. Stem cell culture : General and historical aspects, properties and types of stem cells, advantages and disadvantages, stem cell niche, application of stem cell technology in medicine.Biotechnology in Healthcare: Disease prevention – DNA vaccines. Disease diagnosis - Probes, Monoclonal antibodies, detection of genetic disorders. Disease treatment - Therapeutic proteins, hormones and growth factors. RNAi, Drug targeting, Gene therapy. Forensic medicine. Biosensors-different types, applications - medical and non medical. Biochips and their application.Biotechnology in Industry and Agriculture: Metabolite production. Antibiotics, Organic acids, Amino acids, Vitamins, Upstream processing, downstream processing. Microbial enzymes and biotranformation- Microbial production of enzymes, fermentation, Enzyme engineering and applications. Food industry- Single cell protein, probiotics. Transgenic plants- Plants with resistance to Pests, plants with increased shelf life. Biofertilizers and microbial inoculants, biotechnology of nitrogen fixation, biocontrol agents, biopesticides, bioinsecticides, Terminator gene technologyEnvironmental Biotechnology : Sewage treatment. Solid waste management. Biodegradation of xenobiotic compounds. Bioremediation and Biorestoration. Microbial leaching and mining. Biofuels. Transgenics and environment.Historical aspects, definitions and scope of Biotechnology.Biotechnology in India. Tools and Techniques in Recombinant DNA Technology: Vectors: cloning and expression vectors - Plasmids, Ti and Ri plasmids, cosmids, phasmids, phagemids, bacteriophage, SV40, vectors with combination features; PUC19 and Bluescript vectors, shuttle vectors, viral vectors, BAC and YAC vectors. Restriction enzymes and DNA modifying enzymes. Polymerase chain Reaction- different types and applications. Chromosome walking, chromosome jumping, DNA foot printing. Molecular Markers and Probes-SNP, VNTR, RAPD, RFLP, SSR, STMS, FISH and GISH. DNA sequencing methods- Maxim and Gilberts chemical degradation method, Sanger and Cousin method, Automated DNA sequencers. Site directed mutagenesis, molecular chimeras. Cloning Methodologies - Gene isolation Shot gun method, Genome libraries, cDNA libraries, Chemical synthesis. Splicing and integration of isolated gene- cohesive end ligation, homopolymer tailing, extending linkers. Methods of rDNA transfer to host cells- CaCl2 treatment, Virus delivery. Selection and screening of the transformed cells, Blue-white screening, Colony hybridization methods, Reporter genes, Fusion proteins. Southern, Northern, Western, Dot Blot, DNA finger printing.Intellectual Property Rights, Biosafety and Bioethics: Introduction to Intellectual Property Rights, Types of IP: Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights. Basics of Patents Types of patents; Indian Patent Act 1970; Recent Amendments, Protection of New GMOs. IPs of relevance to Biotechnology and few Case Studies (Rice, Neem, Curcumin). Introduction to History of GATT, WTO, WIPO and TRIPS. Biosafety concepts and issues. General guidelines for recombinant DNA research activity. Biosafety protocol 2000. Bioethics: Principles of bioethics: autonomy, human rights, beneficence, privacy, justice, equity etc. Ethics in post genomic era-genetic testing and genetic screening.Bacterial cell structure and function, Plasma membrane and internal system - Cytometrix, inclusions, ribosomes, nucleoidBacterial cell wall Peptidoglycan - structure- Gram positive and gram negative cell wall- Mechanism of gram staining, Components external to cell wall; pili and fimbriae, capsule and slime layers, Flagella and motilityControl of microorganisms: Disinfectants- physical- Heat, filtration and radiation Chemical agents - Phenol and Phenolic compounds, alcohols, halogens and aldehydes. Antibiotics- Penicillin , Cephalosporins, Chloramphenicol, Tetracyclines. Microbial drug resistance.Environmental microbiology: Microbiological analysis of drinking water. Microbial Bioremediation. Biogas plant.History and scope of microbiology: Contributions of Louis Pasteur, Robert Koch, Alexander Flemming and Edward Jenner.Microbial diseases : Human diseases caused by viruses- AIDS, Rabies, Measles, Swine Flu, Bird flu, SARS, Fungal diseases- Candidiasis, Human diseases caused by bacteria- Typhoid, Cholera, Tetanus, Leprosy, Tuberculosis and Pneumonia.Microbial fermentation: Lactic acid fermentation-Homolactic and heterolactic fermenters, Dairy products -cheese and yogurt . Alcoholic fermentation.Microbial growth: Growth curve -synchronous growth, Continuous culture, Influence of environmental factors on growth, Measurement of growth, Measurement of cell numbers- Petroff, Hassuer counting Chamber, Spread plate and pour plate techniques Measurement of cell mass-Turbidity and microbial mass measurementMicrobial nutrition: Nutritional requirements, Nutritional types (Auto, Hetero, Chemo, Phototrophs & obligate parasites), Culture media and types of media. Mixed microbial population and pure cultures.Microbial Taxonomy and Phylogeny, Major characteristics (classic and molecular), Numerical taxonomy, Taxonomic ranks, Phylogenetic studies, Phenetic classification, Bergey‟s ManuelUtilization of energy: Biosynthetic process- peptidoglycan synthesis, amino acid synthesis, Non synthetic processes -Bacterial motility and transport of nutrients.Viruses: General structural properties, Types: DNA viruses, RNA viruses, and enveloped virusesMODULE X RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN ZOOLOGY
Technical
100 Marks
Lecturer In Electronics Engineering
Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Lecturer in Electronics Engineering under Government Polytechnic Colleges, Technical Education Department.
120m
10s
#kerala-psc#electronics-engineering#lecturer#technical-education#degree-level
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Essentials of Electronics Engineering
Sec 1
Active and passive devices – review only. LED – working, applications, comparison of LED lighting and CFL lighting. Full wave rectifier – diagram and explanation, 5 V power supply – with bridge rectifier and 7805. SMPS – block diagram and advantages. Integrated circuits. SMDs – advantages. Static electricity – precautions in handling electronic circuits.Health hazards of e-waste.Block diagram. Compare – inverter and UPS. Online and off line UPS – differentiate. Battery selection for UPS and inverter.Simple block diagram of 8 bit microcontrollers – application.CDMA and GSM. Compare – 2G and 3G technologies.ON / OFF, push to ON, push to OFF, push to ON / OFF, SPST, SPDT, DPDT. Working and application of limit switches, proximity switches, relays.
Digital Electronics, Microprocessor and Micro controllers
Sec 2
ADC and DAC – R – 2R ladder binary weighted, accuracy, resolution, conversion speed, offset error, ADC sample and hold, error of ADC, flash converter, successive approximation and dual slope.Basics of 80286 and 80386 - 8051 Micro controller – architecture – interrupt – instruction set, programs.Logic families – fundamentals of RTL, ECL, DTL, IIL and TTL transfer characteristics Fan in and Fan out, propagation delay, Schottkey and other TTL gates, CMOS inverter – stepped power product. Tri state logic, open collector and wired logic.Microprocessors – 8086 architecture – addressing modes – instruction set – programs – Interrupts – maximum and minimum modes, interfacing chips – 8255, 8359, 8251, 8279, 8254, 8257.Number system – binary, octal, hexadecimal, decimal converters, Binary codes – numeric and alpha numeric codes – gray, BCD, excess-3, self complementing codes – weighted and unweighted codes. Error detection and correction codes – parity, hamming codes. Boolean algebra theorem, De Morgan’s theorem, logic gates, logic function, truth tables, SOP and POS forms, combinational and sequential circuits, simplification and implementation of logic expressions using K-maps, half adder, full adder, half subtractor, full subtractor, multiplexer, demultiplexer, encoder, decoder, priority encoder, serial adder, parallel adder, ripple and look ahead carry adders, Flip flops – RS, JK, T, D, edge and level trigger flip flops, excitation tables, counter – synchronous and asynchronous, up down – design, Analysis of sequential networks, derivation of state graphs and tables.Shift register – SISO, SIPO, PIPO, PISO, universal shift register, timing diagram, Johnson and Ring counter. Memory – RAM, ROM, FLAASH, NVRAM, EPROM, EEPROM, EDORAM, Memory organization.
Communication Engineering
Sec 3
AM transmitter – TRF and Super hetrodyne receiver, noise analysis of AM receiver.Amplitude modulation – Analysis, generation and detection of AM signals, DSB, SSB, VSB.Basic of GPS.Classification of signals, elementary signal, LTI system, Noises, Different types of Noises, Signal to noise ratio, Shannon theorem, entropy, baud rate, maximum channel capacity.Digital Modulation techniques – sampling theorem, PCM, PAM, PPM, PWM generation and demodulation. ASK, FSK, PSK, MSK, QPSK, BPSK generation and demodulation.DSP – Discrete Fourier transforms – properties of DFS, decimation in time, frequency algorithm, FFT algorithm for a composite number, Signal Flow graph, digital filter design, antennas, half wave, folded dipole, microwave antenna, rhombic, parabolic, Yagi-Uda, horn, helical antenna.Electromagnetic radiation and wave propagation – ground, sky, space waves, polarization, atmospheric layers and its characteristics.Frequency modulation – narrow band and wide band FM, generation of FM signals, direct and indirect methods, FM demodulation techniques, Noise in FM receiver, pre-emphasis and de-emphasis.Microwave devices – Klystron, Magnetron, TWT, SWR, Impatt, Trapatt diodes.Multiplexing Techniques – Basic of CDMA, TDMA, FDMA, Spread spectrum, frequency hopping, fading, GSM, GPRS, Blue tooth basics.Phase modulation – basics of phase modulation.Radar – different types, basic operation, range equation.Television Camera – different types – working principle – CCD camera. NTSC and PAL colour system, Basic idea TV transmitter and receiver, PAL and NTSC decoder, basic ideas on digital TV, HD TV and satellite TV receiver. Basic of optical and satellite communication.Television transmission – interlaced scanning, composite video signals, audio modulation, working principles of picture tubes.
Technical Mathematics
Sec 4
Applications of integration – Area bounded by a curve and X or Y axis, solutions of differential equations using the method of variable separable, solutions of linear differential equations of first order.Binomial Series – Expansions using Binomial theorem.Coordinate geometry – Equations to a straight line – slope-intercept form, intercept form, Angle between two lines, condition for two lines to be perpendicular, parallel.Determinants – Evaluation of second and third order, minors and cofactors, solutions of simultaneous linear equation in three unknown using Cramer’s rule.Differentiation – Limits and continuity, derivatives of functions, equation to tangents and normals. Maxima and minima of functions of one variable.Integration of functions – Integration of different types of functions.Matrices – Identification of Matrices, matrix operations, adjoint and inverse.Trigonometric functions – Signs of functions in each quadrant. Trigonometric values of angles, properties of trigonometric functions, applications of the identities sin (A ± B), cos (A ± B) and tan (A ± B).
Power Electronic, Opto Electronic, PLC and Measuring Equipments
Sec 5
Basics of PLCs, characteristics of LDRs, photo diode, photo transistor, photo voltaic cell, photo detector, LED, opto coupler, and laser diodes and optical amplifiers.Converters – series and parallel, Inverters – single phase and three phase, choppers, cycloconverter. Different types of industrial heating, electronic wielding, industrial applications of ultrasonic, SMPS, servo controlled voltage stabilizer, 3 pin IC regulators.Multimeter – working principle, characteristics, accuracy, sensitivity, selectivity, resolution, Construction of CRTs working principle of DSO and spectrum analyser. Working principle of LED, LCD plasma displays, logic probes, and logic analysers.Thyristors – different types – SCR, UJT, TRIAC, DIAC, SCS, IGBT – working principle and characteristics. Triggering and commutation schemes – different types.
Electronic Circuits
Sec 6
Biasing methods of Transistor – AC and DC load lines, frequency response – gain calculation, gain in db – Analysis. Transistor as a switch – applications – Darlington pair. Different coupling methods of transistor amplifiers – RC, DC, Transistor Coupled, tuned amplifier – multi stage amplifier – stragged tunning – cascade and cascade – gain bandwidth product – analysis. FET amplifiers – CS, CD.Comparison of FET and BJT – Feed back in amplifiers – negative and positive feed backs, effect of feed backs. Oscillators – Barkhausen criterion. RC phase shift, Wein bridge, LC, Hartley and Colpitts oscillators, crystal oscillator – Analysis, Multivibrators – Astable, Bistable, Monostable – calculation of Time period, triggering methods, Schmitt trigger, LTP, UTP – Hysterisis – Applications and analysis.Solid state devices – Characteristics of PN junction and Zener diode, Tunnel diode, NPN and PNP transistor – N channel and P channel, JFET and MOSFET – Rectifier – half wave and full wave, filters – capacitor, inductor, LC filter, pie section – analysis and characteristics. Transistor – CB, CE, CC configuration, calculation – voltage gain, current gain – harmonic distortion, power amplifier – class A, class B, class C, class AB, class D, class S – Push Pull, Complementary Symmetry – Analysis.
Basic Electrical Engineering
Sec 7
Resistance, Capacitance and inductance. AC circuit with R, L, C. Simple solution of typical AC circuit with resistance, impedance, power and power factor.Earthing, lightning protection.Electrical supply and load and its functioning, division of voltage and current in a parallel and series circuit – simple problems, units of power and energy, solution of DC circuit with calculation of energy consumption in an installation.Review with discussion of electric current, potential difference, power, EMF, resistance and its laws, Ohms law and series parallel circuit, electromagnetism, generation of AC and DC supply.
Basic Civil Engineering
Sec 8
Parts of building – foundation – types of foundations – spread footing, isolated footing, combined footing, Raft, pile and well foundations. Masonry – types rubble masonry, brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond. (One brick wall).Levelling instruments, different types, bench mark, reduced level of points, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method (simple problem). Modern survey – instruments – Total station, Electronics theodolite, Distomat.Brick – varieties and strength, characteristics of good brick. Cement – varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Steel – types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Aggregates – types & requirements of good aggregates. Concrete – grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio. Workability, mixing, batching, compaction and curing.Chain surveying – principles, instruments, ranging, and chaining survey lines, field work and field book, selection of survey stations, units of land area.
Linear Integrated Circuits & Wave Shaping Circuits
Sec 9
Differential amplifiers – analysis – CMRR, Op-amps – ideal characteristics, block schematic slew rate, input and output offset, virtual ground. Concept of 741 Op-Amp, gain bandwidth product, open loop and closed loop gain. Linear Op-amp circuits, Inverter and non-inverter amplifiers, summing amplifiers, subtractor, instrumentation amplifiers, Precision rectifiers – analysis.Integrator and differentiator using passive devices, op-amps – design and analysis – application. Miller and Bootstrap sweep, V to I and I to V converters – analysis.Log, Anti Log amplifiers, Schmitt trigger, comparator, astable and monostable multivibrators – analysis. Active filters – LPF, HPF, BPF, BSF, Universal filters – Butterworth and Chebyshev filter first and second order, transfer function – realization – analysis. Triangular wave generator, sawtooth generator, Oscillator – Wein bridge, phase shift – analysis of circuits, 555 internal block diagram – applications – design of astable and monostable using 555 – VCO, PLL, phase detector – principle of operation – capture and lock range – applications – analysis.
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Sec 10
Definition, classification – two stroke engines, four stroke engines, working of two stroke engines and four stroke engines with the help of line sketches, comparison between two stroke and four stroke engines, comparison between petrol and diesel engines, function of fly wheel, clutch, gearbox, propeller shaft and differential in power transmission, explain with sketch the working of differential, briefly explain power transmission of 4 wheel vehicle with line diagram.Introduction, classification of power plants – working of hydroelectric power plant with schematic sketches – working of thermal (Steam and Diesel) power plant with schematic sketches – working of nuclear power plant with schematic sketches.
Technical
100 Marks
Engineering Assistant Grade III ||| Work Superintendent ||| Overseer Grade III ||| Tracer ||| Overseer Grade III ||| Work Superintendent Grade II ||| Overseer Grade III (Civil)
This is a recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for various civil engineering related posts such as Engineering Assistant Grade III, Work Superintendent, Overseer Grade III, and Tracer in different state departments and corporations. The exam assesses knowledge in civil engineering subjects.
75m
6s
#kerala-psc#civil-engineering#technical#engineering-drawing#surveying
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AUTOCAD
Sec 1
Basic commandsDrawing toolbar and modifying toolbarIntroduction to AutoCADPlotting and printing
BUILDING MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION
Sec 2
Building finishes and servicesFoundation, Masonry, Roofing, FlooringPlane cement Concrete, Reinforced cement concreteStone, Brick, Tiles, Cement, Lime and filler materialsTemporary structural treatment for building constructionTimber
BUILDING DRAWING AND ESTIMATING
Sec 3
Building rules and byelawsEstimation, Rules and methods of measurements of workRate analysis and valuation
BASIC ENGINEERING DRAWING
Sec 4
Conic section and projectionDrawing instruments, equipment and materialsLettering, dimensioning and scalePlane geometrical construction
SURVEYING
Sec 5
Contouring ,Theodolite surveyConventional surveyingIntroduction and terms used in chain, compass, plane table and leveling surveyModern and advanced surveying instrumentsPrinciple of leveling, Type of leveling, Reduction of levels
HYDRAULICS AND IRRIGATION
Sec 6
Measurement of pressureProperties of fluidReservoir, dam, canals, Cross drainage workStorage and diversion head worksTerms used in IrrigationType of Hydraulic energy
Technical
100 Marks
Electrician ||| Lineman
This examination is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) for the posts of Electrician in Kerala Agro Machinery Corporation Ltd. and Lineman in Public Works Department (Electrical Wing). These roles typically involve the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical power systems.
75m
10s
#kerala-psc#electrical#lineman#electrician#iti-level
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AC Motors, single and 3 phase
Sec 1
AC motor pannel wiringAC motors and starters single phase and 3 phaseAuto transformer starterDOL, Star delta, slip ring motor starterphase sequence
Alternating current and Earthing
Sec 2
Alternating current, EarthingCurrent rating, Testing of installation by meggerGrading of cable and wiresTypes of wiring both domestic and industrial
Instruments and Transformers
Sec 3
Basic principle of Transformer, emf equation of transformersControlling torque and Damping TorqueCooling, Protective DeviceMeasuring Instruments, Indication type and Deflecting typesparallel operation of Transformers
Ohm's Law
Sec 4
Buckling, SedimentationCare and maintenance of cellChemical effect of electric currentDifferent type of cellsEffects of variation of temperature on resistanceGrouping of cellsLaws of resistanceOhm's law, Kirchoff's law
Magnetism
Sec 5
Capacitor, types and functionsClassification of magnetic propertieselectromagnetism, Fleming's left and right hand ruleFaraday's laws of electromagnetic induction, Len'z lawMMF, Flux density, ReluctancePara, dia and ferromagnetic material
Illumination and Basic Electronics
Sec 6
classification of Diode, Rectifier, TransistorIllumination – Laws of illuminationSemiconductor – P type, N TypeType of lamp, Domestic appliances
Transmission
Sec 7
comparison of AC and DC transmissionTransmission and Distribution
Basic Electricity
Sec 8
Conductor, Insulator, SemiconductorFlux and soldering techniqueFundamental Of ElectricityProperty of ResistanceTypes of wires and cables
DC Machine
Sec 9
DC Generators and TypeDC motors and typeDescription of series, shunt and compound Generatoremf equationStarters 3 point, 4 point and speed control machine
Power Generation
Sec 10
Generation Source of energyVarious types of power generation
Technical
100 Marks
AGRICULTURAL OFFICER ||| SOIL CONSERVATION OFFICER ||| SOIL SURVEY OFFICER
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Agricultural Officer, Soil Conservation Officer, and Soil Survey Officer posts in various departments, based on educational qualification.
90m
4s
#kerala-psc#agriculture#horticulture#plant-breeding#plant-protection
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HORTICULTURE
Sec 1
MODULE 1: Horticulture – definition – area, production, productivity of horticultural crops in India and Kerala – branches of horticulture – major fruit crops (Pomology) – importance, nutritional value – commercially cultivated varieties – improved propagation methods – methods of layout of orchard – planting systems, high density planting – factors affecting fruit production – training, pruning, top working - cultural operations – plant protection – harvesting, storage, marketing. Major plantation crops of Kerala – commercially cultivated varieties – improved propagation methods – factors affecting production – training, pruning, top working – methods of layout of plantation – planting systems, high density planting – cultural operations – plant protection – harvesting, storage, processing and value addition – marketing.MODULE 2: Vegetables (Olericulture) – importance, nutritional value – factors affecting vegetable production – classification of vegetables – types of vegetable growing – summer vegetables, cool season vegetables – cultivated varieties – cultural practices – protected cultivation – plant protection – harvesting, storage, processing and value addition – marketing. Ornamental and flowering plants (Floriculture) – gardening and landscaping – cultivation of commercial ornamental and flower crops – post-harvest handling – principles and methods of extension of shelf life – methods of extraction of floral concrete packing, storage, marketing. Importance and scope of gardening and landscaping – styles of garden – garden designs – garden plants and other components for landscaping – special types of garden.
PLANT BREEDING AND GENETICS
Sec 2
MODULE 3: Germplasm – Methods of conservation and utilization in crop improvement. Induction of variability – Hybridisation, Mutation and Polyploidy and its utilization in crop improvement. Exploitation of heterosis in crop improvement – coconut, tapioca, rice, maize and vegetable crops. Improved varieties of crops – coconut, rice pulses and oil seeds. Production of quality seedlings in coconut.MODULE 4: Seed Act 1966 – seed certification agencies, procedure, field inspection, seed testing, seed certification standards and classes of seed. Seed Bill 2004. Biological Diversity Act 2002. Convention on Biological Diversity, National Biodiversity Board. Intellectual Property Rights – Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Act (PPVFRA) and Geographical Indications.
PLANT PROTECTION
Sec 3
MODULE 5: Abundance and success of insects – Beneficial, productive and harmful insects – categories of pests of agriculture – Tools of integrated pest management (IPM) – host plant resistance, cultural, mechanical, physical, legislative, biological (macrobial and microbial control), chemical (synthetic, new molecules with novel mode of action) and botanical pesticides – Use of repellants, antifeedants, pheromones, chitin synthesis inhibitors, irradication (genetic control) and biotechnology (transgenic plants) in pest management, plant protection equipment – Bionomics, damage caused and management practices of pests of coconut, arecanut, cashew, mango, banana, other fruits, vegetables, tubers, pulses, tea, coffee, spices (pepper, cardamom, ginger), ornamentals and medicinal plants – pests of stored products – their preventive and curative management. Bionomics, damage caused and management – of non insect pests of agriculture – nematodes, mites, rodnuts, birds, molluscs (snail) etc.MODULE 6: Important plant pathogens – fungi, bacteria, phytoplasma, spiroplasma, viruses – algae, protozoa and phanerogamic parasites, phenomenon of infection and pathogenesis. Principles of crop diseases management – plant quarantine – cultural control – biological control (biocontrol agents, PGPR), physical methods (soil solarisation, heat treatment), chemical control – fungicides – inorganic, organic, systemic, antibiotics – plant diseases resistance. Biotechnology in plant disease management – integrated plant disease management. Economic importance, symptoms, cause, epidemiology, disease cycle and integrated management of disease or rice, wheat, sugarcane, groundnut, pulses, vegetables, tubers, citrus, mango, banana, grapevine, pineapple, papaya, guava, sapota, cashew, apple, coconut, arecanut, cocoa, black pepper, ginger, cardamom, tree spices, oil palm, betelvine, coffee, tea, rubber and ornamentals.
AGRONOMY
Sec 4
MODULE 7: Importance of agriculture in National Economy – basic principles of crop production – National and International research institutes – classification of crops – tillage – tilth – soil fertility and productivity – water resources and irrigation development – water and irrigation requirement of crops – scheduling of irrigation for crops – methods of irrigation – measurement of irrigation water – application, distribution and use efficiencies – irrigation water quality and its management – water management in major field crops (rice, sugarcane, banana, cowpea, sesamum, groundnut) – soil erosion – water harvesting – watershed – types – characteristics and management – agricultural drainage. Weeds – definition – characteristics – classification – crop – weed competition – allelopathy – weed control methods – integrated weed management – classification, formulation and selectivity of herbicides – herbicide application methods and equipments – weed management in field crops, viz, rice, banana, pineapple, vegetables and sugarcane.MODULE 8: Economic importance – soil and climatic requirements – area and production – varieties – seed rate – spacing – methods of sowing/planting – manurial schedule, cultural practices and yield of major field crops of Kerala, viz, rice, tapioca, sugarcane, pulses, groundnut, sesamum and fodder crops, viz, guinea and hybrid napier. Crop stand establishment and planting geometry and their effect on crop growth and yield – cropping systems – terminology – plant interactions in multiple cropping systems – criteria for assessing yield advantage – major cropping systems of Kerala – (rice based – coconut based – cassava based – homestead farming) – organic farming – precision farming – Inegrated farming system – sustainable agriculture – LEIA – HEIA – LEISA – sustainable technologies for crop production.
Technical
100 Marks
Scientific Officer
The Scientific Officer post in the Chemical Examiners Laboratory is filled through direct recruitment by the Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC). Candidates typically require a Master's Degree in Chemistry, Forensic Science, or Biochemistry.
90m
18s
#kerala-psc#scientific-officer#chemical-examiners-laboratory#biochemistry#chemistry
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Metabolism and Enzymology
Sec 1
Active site, Mechanism of Enzyme action, Regulation of enzyme activity, Allosteric enzymes, Isoenzymes, Industrial and clinical applications of enzymesMetabolism of carbohydrates -glycolysis, glycogen metabolism, citric acid cycle, Pentose Phosphate pathway, Gluconeogenesis, Bioenergetics – Ultrastucture of Mitochondria, electron transport chain, oxidative Phosphorylation, Metabolism of lipids – Fatty acid synthesis and degradation, Ketone, bodies, Cholesterol metabolism – Eicosanoids, phospholipid metabolism, Metabolism of lipoproteins, Metabolism of amino acids and nucleic acidsNomenclature and classification of enzymes, isolation and purification of enzymes, Enzyme Kinetics, Enzyme inhibition, vitamins as coenzymesRegulation of metabolic pathways. Associated metabolic disorders
Documents: types and forensic examination.
Sec 2
Age of documents, Inks, papers and their scientific examination.Documents: types and forensic examination.Examination of alterations, obliterations and additions.Examination of credit cards and similar materials.Examination of typescripts and printed matters.Hand writings: class and individual characteristics, factors affecting handwriting, indentations, secret writings and writings on charred documents, anonymous and disguised writings.
Ballistics
Sec 3
Ammunition- composition and examination.Analysis of gunshot residues.Analysis of incendiary materials and petroleum products.BallisticsBasics of Internal, external and terminal ballistics.Bombs and IEDs and their examination.Classification and examination of firearms and projectiles.Determination of range and velocity in firearms.Explosives: definition, types and analyses.Fire and ArsonInvestigation in explosion and arson related cases.Phenomena associated with projectile- Yaw, Richocet, Accidental discharge.
Toxicology
Sec 4
Analysis of ethyl alcohol in biological fluids and breath.Analysis of Illicit liquors.Identification and extraction of common poisons from viscera, tissues and body fluids including clean-up procedures.Metabolism and chemical examination of drugs of abuse, narcotics, sedatives, hypnotics.Plant poisons- active principles and mode of action.Toxicity and analysis of insecticides and pesticides.Toxicology
Nutrition and Biochemical basis of diseases.
Sec 5
Antibiotics – action of Penicillin, Streptomycin, Tetracyclin, Chlorophenicol, RifampicinComposition of blood, Plasma Proteins, Formed elements – overview, Coagulation, Hemoglobin metabolism and Chemistry of Respiration, Abnormal Hemoglobin and their deficiencies, Renal Function, Liver and detoxification, Liver diseases, Renal function test, liver function testDiseases related to digestion and absorption of foodInborn errors of metabolismNutritional aspects of Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and fiber Nutritional Value of vitamins, minerals – Physiological and Biochemical functions, Daily requirement, Protein energy malnutrition - Kwashiorkor, Marasmus- aetiology, metabolic disorders and management
Forensic medicine
Sec 6
Asphyxia: classification and signs.Cheiloscopy.Forensic medicineHuman dentition, type of teeth, bite marks, estimation of age from teeth.Individual identification from skeletal remains, determination of species of origin, sex, age, stature.Injuries & Wounds: types, classification and medico-legal importance.Modes and manners of death, sexual offences-Medico-legal importance, Amendments in laws related to sexual offences.Post-mortem changes and estimation of time since death,Skull superimposition and recent advancements in facial reconstruction.
Biology and Serology
Sec 7
Biology and SerologyBlood stains- identification and detection, blood group systems.Detection of seminal and other fluids and their blood groupings.Determination of blood groups of stains and species of origin.Disputed paternity and maternity.DNA structure, profiling, extraction and application.Red cell enzymes, serum proteins and significance.RNA profiling and application.
Computer forensics- types of digital evidences, seizure and examination.
Sec 8
Biometric systems of identification-relevance and application.Computer forensics- types of digital evidences, seizure and examination.Criminal profiling: Polygraph –principles, PDD, Narco-analysis, Brain mapping.Mobile phone forensics- tools and analysis.Structure of human voice apparatus.Voice analysis- introduction, significance, voice spectrography and analysis
Biomolecules and Biochemical techniques
Sec 9
Bright field, phase-contrast, fluorescence and confocal microscopyClassification, Structure and functions of carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins and nucleic acidsElectron microscope – scanning and transmission electron microscopyMethods for the isolation, purification and characterization of protein, denaturation of proteins and nucleic acidMicroscopy:- Basic principles, instrumentation and applications of microscopyNucleic acid sequencing, proteome analysisOverview of physical aspects in BiochemistryPrinciple methodology and applications of different types of electrophoresis, blotting and PCR techniques
Instrumentation methods in Chemical Analysis
Sec 10
Chromatographic Methods- Principles, instrumentation and applications of column chromatography, paper chromatography, thin layer chromatography, ion-exchange chromatography, gas chromatography and liquid chromatography. Hyphenated techniques, Instrumentation of of UV-Visible Spectrometer, IR and Spectroflurometer, AAS, AES, , ICP AES, XPS Radiation Sources for UV Visible and Infrared Monochromators. Detectors-CCD, Photomultiplier Tube, Michelson Interferometer.Electroanalytical Methods- Principles, Instrumentation and applications of Electrogravimetry, Coulometry, Polarography, Amperometry, Cyclic voltametry, Potentiometry and ConductometryInstrumentation and application of Radiation Analysis Methods- Detection counters. Geiger counter, scintillation counters, Neutron activation analysis. Isotope dilution methods. radioactive tracer techniques and its applicationsThermal and Surface Analysis Methods- Principles, instrumentation and applications of TG, DTG, DTA, DSC. Introduction to, SEM, TEM, AFM STM, and other surface characterization techniques
Instrumentation
Sec 11
Chromatography- TLC, GC, HPLC, HPTLC, and associated hyphenated techniques.Electrophoresis, immunoassays.InstrumentationMass spectroscopy.Microscopy- Comparison, Stereoscopic, Polarising, Stereoscopic, Fluorescent and Electron microscopeNeutron Activation AnalysisPhotography- types and application.Spectrometry- UV, Visible, IR, Raman, Atomic Absorption, Emission.X-Rays and x-ray based techniques- fluorescence and diffraction.
Forensic science: definition, history and development, ethics in forensic science.
Sec 12
Courts : types, powers and jurisdiction.Crime scene: Nature, types, preservation of scene of crime, collection and preservation of evidence.Forensic jurisprudence.Forensic science: definition, history and development, ethics in forensic science.Organisation of forensic science laboratories of centre and state, NCRB and NICFS.
Structural and Solid state Chemistry
Sec 13
Crystalline state - Crystal systems and lattice types, Bravais lattices. Crystal symmetry, Point groups and space groups. Miller indices, Reciprocal lattice concept, X-Ray diffraction by crystals, Structure factor, Fourier synthesis. Perosvskite, Spinels, Inverse spinel structuresOrganometallic compounds- Isolobal analogy. Metal carbonyls, Complexes with linear π donor ligands, Olefins, acetylenes, dienes and allyl complexes. Complexes with cyclic π donors, Fluxionality. Interhalogens, Sulphur-Nitrogen compounds, Phosphazines and Boron compounds, Wade’s Rule. Metallaboranes and metallacarboranes. Spectral and Magnetic properties of Lanthanides and Actinides, Shift ReagentsSolid state Chemistry- Superconductivity, Photoconductivity, Photovoltaic effect. Colour in inorganic solids. Dielectric properties- Ferroelectricity, pyroelectricity, piezoelectricityTheories of Metal Complexes - LFT CFT, Spectral and Magnetic properties of transition metal complexes, Term symbols, Selection rules for electronic transition, Spin orbit coupling
Physical evidences: Nature, types, search methods, collection and preservation.
Sec 14
Examination and analysis of cement, mortar and concrete.Hair and fibres- types, structure, examination with different instruments.Paints, lacquers, varnishes- nature, composition and forensic examination.Physical evidences: Nature, types, search methods, collection and preservation.Soil- nature, types, examination, forensic importance.
Tool marks: Types and examination, Restoration of erased markings.
Sec 15
Forensic entomology, insects of forensic importance and application.Forensic psychology: delusion-types, difference between psychosis and neurosis, lucid interval, sections related with criminal responsibility of insane, rules related with criminal responsibility of insane persons(McNaughten’s rule, Curren’s rule, Durrham’s rule), irrestible impulse test – New Hampshire doctrine.Tool marks: Types and examination, Restoration of erased markings.Track marks: examination of foot prints, shoe prints, tire marks preservation and casting.Wild life forensics: Wild life (Protection) Act 1972, scope, evidences and identification.
Molecular biology and immunology
Sec 16
Genetic information carriers-DNA replication(prokaryotes and eukaryotes) and Repair, Transcription and translation(prokaryotes and eukaryotes), post transcriptional processing, post translational modifications, types of RNA, genetic code, regulation of transcription and Translation, operons, gene silencing , micro RNA, epigeneticsOverview of the Immune system, Cellular components of the immune system, Nature of Antigen and Antibody , Innate immunity, Soluble factors, Inflammation, Phagocytosis. Adaptive Immunity, Lymphocyte, T and B cell maturation, Clinical Immunology, Antigen – antibody interactions, Diagnostic techniques, Applications, Immunodeficiencies , Immuno therapy
Theoretical Chemistry and Kinetics
Sec 17
Influence of temperature and pressure on transport properties, Mean free path, Collision diameter, Collision Theory. Activated complex theory. Order and molecularity of reactions. Steady state approximation. Kinetics of fast reactions, Relaxation spectrometry, Flash photolysis. Factors influencing reaction rates in solution. Catalysis-Mechanism and theories of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysisMolecular Spectroscopy- Theory of Microwave spectroscopy, Infrared spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, Electronic spectroscopy, Resonance spectroscopy-NMR, ESR & MossbauerQuantum Mechanics- Wave functions, Concept of Commutators. Eigen function and eigen values, Tunnelling. Zero point energy and significance, Radial probability distribution function and graphs. Maxwell-Boltzman, Bose-Einstein and Fermi-Dirac statisticsSymmetry elements and symmetry operations- Point groups, Applications of character tables to spectroscopy
Stereochemistry and Spectroscopy in Organic Compounds
Sec 18
Organic Photochemistry, Primary photoprocesses aromatic photo rearrangements. Chemi and bioluminescent reactions. Organic structure elucidation by spectroscopy- 1H and 13C NMR chemical shifts and coupling constants of organic compounds. UV-VIS spectra of enes, eneones, arenes and conjugated systems. Woodward-Fieser rules, Structural features by IR. Mass Spectroscopy in organic structure analysisPericyclic Reactions, electrocyclic, cycloaddition and sigmatropic reactions, 1,3-dipolar cycloadditions, ene reactions, cheletropic reactions, Woodward-Hoffmann selection rulesStructure and Stereochemistry, Correlation of structure and reactivity, Aromaticity of annulenes, Non-benzenoid aromatics, Molecular chirality, Stereochemical nomenclature of compounds with chiral centres, axis and planes, Prostereoisomerism, Non-carbon chiral centres, Atropisomerism. Reactions of sp3, sp2 Carbon and aromatic systems, Cram's rule. Felkin-Anh Model. Reactive Intermediates and Rearrangement Reactions
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Instructor (Food and Beverages Guest Service Assistant)
Kerala Public Service Commission invites applications for the Junior Instructor (Food & Beverages Guest Service Assistant) post via direct recruitment in the Industrial Training Department.
120m
8s
#kerala-psc#industrial-training#food-and-beverages#guest-service#diploma-level
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BEVERAGES, COCKTAILS AND MOCKTAILS
Sec 1
Alcoholic Beverages – introduction-classification of alcoholic beverages – Fermented alcoholic beverages – fermented and distilled alcoholic beverages – spirits, liqueurs, fermentation process distillation process-alcoholic proof.Beer – introduction – ingredients of beer – brewing process – types of beer – storage, service and brand names of beer.Cocktails introduction, history, classification, categories; basic bar equipments to make cocktails -different glassware used to serve cocktails-basic tips in making cocktails - cocktail garnishes – cocktail recipes.Introduction, types, production methods, Brand names and services of Whisky, Brandy, Rum, Gin, Vodka, Tequila and Indigenous spirits like absinthe, aquavit, arrack, calvados, eau de vie, fenny, korn, pastis, pomace brandy.Making cocktails – Whiskey based cocktails, Gin based cocktails, Brandy based cocktails, Rum based cocktails, Vodka based cocktails, Tequila based cocktails etc.Mocktails – introduction, mocktail recipes.Non Alcoholic Beverages – refreshing, stimulating, nourishing, tisanes – coffee -types of coffee preparation – faults in coffee making, storage of coffee, brand names, service of coffee; Tea-cultivation, tea making process, types of tea, brand names of tea, service of tea, rules in tea making, storage of tea, tea types- Hot chocolate – manufacturing of cocoa, service of cocoa – Refreshing beverages – water, aerated water, soft drinks, ginger ale, tonic water, squashes and cordials, syrups; Nourshing beverages – fruit juices, mocktails, smoothie, malted drinks.Sake, Cider, Perry and Mead – introduction, process of making, service and brands.
HOTEL AND FOOD SERVICE INDUSTRY
Sec 2
Attributes of food and beverage personnel – personal hygiene, menu knowledge, punctually, local knowledge, personality, right attitude towards guest, memory, honesty, loyalty, salesmanship, guest satisfaction, handling of complaints, sense of urgency etc.Classification of Food Service establishment – Commercial-hotels, restaurants, fast food operations, clubs, take aways, function catering; Welfare – schools, hospitals, industries, defence services catering, prison catering, youth hostels; Transport catering-railway catering, airline catering, marine catering and motorway catering.Co-ordination of Food and Beverage with other departments – food production, kitchen stewarding, front office, housekeeping, engineering department, HR/Personel department, stores, food and beverage controls, finance, marketing, security, training and development, system department.Hotel Introduction – Growth and Role of Hotel Industry – Sectors of the Food service IndustryOrganization of Food and Beverage department – duties and responsibilities of food and beverage staff-food and beverage manager, restaurant manager, head waiter, chef de rang/captain, Commis de rang/steward, Commis de barrasseur/bus boy, Sommelier, trancheur, hostess, lounge staff, banquet staff and buffet waiter.Scope and Career prospects in the catering industry.
REVENUE CONTROL SYSTEM, BANQUET AND BAR OPERATIONS
Sec 3
Banquet Operation- Types of banquet – Duties and Responsibilities of banquet brigades – banquet bookings – banquet menus – banquet function prospects – setting up of banquet – different types of buffets -banquet service procedures – Reception – Cocktail parties – convention – Seminar – outdoor catering – Wedding.Bar Operation – Types of bar – Parts of the bar – Bar equipments – Furniture – Linen-bar stock and inventory – bar licensing – bar control system – bar staffing – Stock taking – goods received book – Cellar stock register – Bin card – Overage and shortage.Buffet : Factors in planning buffet – Area equipment – Sequence of food – Organizing and Planning – Types of buffet – Sitting, Standing, Finger buffet, Danish buffet, cold buffet, Breakfast buffet – Equipment required – Checklist – Supervision.Revenue Control System – Introduction – functions of control system-methods of recording order – Triplicate checking method, Duplicate checking method, Single order sheet, Service with order; Kitchen order ticket -Billing-Methods of payment-Sales summary sheet-computerized pre-check system-electronic cash register, point of sale terminal.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE SEQUENCE
Sec 4
Basic technical skills: Holding a spoon and fork – Carrying plates – Using a service salver – Using a service plate – Carrying glasses– carrying trays.Billing methods : Bill as check – Separate bill – Bill with order – Prepaid - Voucher – No-charge-Defered.Interpersonal skills : Addressing customers – During service.Preparation for service : Introduction – Daily duties – Clothing up – Laying covers for table service and assisted service – Preparation of customer buffets and counters.Service of alcoholic bar beverages : Introduction – Service of aperitifs – Service of cocktails – Service of wines – Service of beer - Service of liqueurs.Service of foods : Introduction – Service of soup – Service from flats (meat/fish) – Service of potatoes and vegetables-Service of accompanying sauces – Service of an omelette – service away from the table – Sweet and cheese trolleys – Buffet and Counters.Table Service : Procedure for service of a meal – Reception of guest – Removal of spare covers – Relaying of tables.Taking bookings : Procedure of bookings – The booking sheetTaking customer food and beverageorders: Methods of order taking – Taking orders for dispense bar beverage service – Taking children's orders – Special needs.
WINES, FOOD AND WINE HARMONY
Sec 5
Cheese-production, classification-Fresh cheese, Soft cheese, Semi-hard cheese, Hard cheese, Blue cheese; storage of cheese, selection of cheese and service of cheese.Food and wine harmony-introduction-guidelines for paring wine and food-tips to follow while compiling menu with names.Wines – Introduction of wine – wine producing countries – classification of wines – Still wine, Sparkline wine, Organic wines, Fortified wines and Aromatized wines; Alcoholic strength of wines – Viti culture – grape varieties-vine pest and diseases-faults in wine-naming of wines-vinification-factors affecting the quality of wine-storage of wine-sparkling wine, fortified wine, aromatized wine, bitters; Tasting of wine-wines of France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal; wine producing regions etc.
CHEESE, TOBACCO, CIGARETTE AND CIGAR
Sec 6
Cigar-manufacturing of cigar, wrapper colours, size of cigar, shapes of cigar, selection of cigar, international brands of cigars-storage of cigar-service of cigar-lighting the cigar-other tobacco products.Cigarette-manufacturing of cigarette-- Brand of cigarette - national and international; service of cigarettes.Tobacco-Introduction of tobacco-cultivation of tobacco-harvesting, curing.
TYPES OF FOOD AND BEVERAGE OUTLETS AND FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE EQUIPMENTS
Sec 7
Food and Beverage service equipments-Classification of equipments, familiarization of equipment – Criteria for selection and requirement – Crockery – Tableware – Glassware – Linen including furnishing – Other equipments – Care and maintenance including silver polishing; Tables-coffee shop tables, banquet tables, lounge tables-chairs-restaurant chairs, crib chairs, coffee shop chairs, banquet chairs, lounge chairs-hostess desk-side board-types of trolleys – Horsd'oeuvre trolley, Gueridon trolley, carving trolley, dessert trolley, cheese trolley, wine trolley etc – Tableware – flatware, cutlery, hollowware -Crockery-glassware-linen (types, sizes and uses)-personal equipments.Types of Food and Beverage outlets – multicuisine restaurant, speciality restaurants, coffee shops, grill rooms, discotheque, bar, lounge, room service, banquets, cafeteria, night clubs, fast food restaurants, pubs, snack/milk bar, kiosks etc.
MENU PLANNING AND TYPES OF SERVICES
Sec 8
Menu Planning: Origin of menu-functions of menu-Types of menu-a la carte, Table d'hote, carte du jour, plat du jour, cyclic menus; Menu planning-factors to be consider while planning a menu – Courses and terminology in French classical menu- menu sequence – Menu compilation and table set-up. Cover and accompaniments.Room service organizaton-job description and responsibilities of room service staff-types of room service-equipments used in room service-room service tray lay out-procedure for service-room service errand card-doorknob menu-service techniques-napkin folds – Taking reservationsService Procedures – Mise-en-scene, Mise en-place, Rules for laying a table – cover set up-procedure of operations during lunch and dinner-Service of appetizers, main course, afters and beverages – clearance of ash trays – crumbing the cover-Rules for waiting at the table.Types of Services : French, English, American, Russian, Gueridon, Buffet, Counter, Rooms etc. Factors influencing the type of service.
Technical
100 Marks
Engineering Assistant Grade III
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Engineering Assistant Grade III in the Kerala State Construction Corporation Limited.
75m
6s
#kerala-psc#engineering#civil-engineering#construction#degree-level
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AUTOCAD
Sec 1
Basic commandsDrawing toolbar and modifying toolbarIntroduction to AutoCADPlotting and printing
BUILDING MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION
Sec 2
Building finishes and servicesFoundation, Masonry, Roofing, FlooringPlane cement Concrete, Reinforced cement concreteStone, Brick, Tiles, Cement, Lime and filler materialsTemporary structural treatment for building constructionTimber
BUILDING DRAWING AND ESTIMATING
Sec 3
Building rules and byelawsEstimation, Rules and methods of measurements of workRate analysis and valuation
BASIC ENGINEERING DRAWING
Sec 4
Conic section and projectionDrawing instruments, equipment and materialsLettering, dimensioning and scalePlane geometrical construction
SURVEYING
Sec 5
Contouring ,Theodolite surveyConventional surveyingIntroduction and terms used in chain, compass, plane table and leveling surveyModern and advanced surveying instrumentsPrinciple of leveling, Type of leveling, Reduction of levels
HYDRAULICS AND IRRIGATION
Sec 6
Measurement of pressureProperties of fluidReservoir, dam, canals, Cross drainage workStorage and diversion head worksTerms used in IrrigationType of Hydraulic energy
Technical
100 Marks
LIVE STOCK INSPECTOR GRADE II ||| POULTRY ASSISTANT ||| MILK RECORDER ||| STORE KEEPER ||| ENUMERATOR ||| CHICK SEXER
The Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) conducts a common exam for the posts of Livestock Inspector Grade II, Poultry Assistant, Milk Recorder, Store Keeper, and Enumerator in the Animal Husbandry Department.
90m
20s
#kerala-psc#animal-husbandry#livestock-management#poultry#milk-products
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Selection of eggs and Hatchery management
Sec 1
Abnormal eggs - Double yolked egg, an egg within an egg, pale egg, soft shelled egg, blood spot, meat spotCandling and grading of eggs - method of candling and Grade as per qualityHatchery operations - Collection of eggs, selection , fumigation, candling, setting, transfer, taking out of hatch, identification, sexing, vaccination, dubbing, debeaking, packing and despatch of chicksIncubation -Natural incubation, Artificial incubation, Management of incubator,Types of incubator,Parts of incubator, Physical requisites for incubation,Incubation period of various species of poultrySelection of hatching eggs- Size, shape, shell quality and internal qualityStructure of egg - Yolk, Albumen, shell membranes, shell
Milk and milk products
Sec 2
Adulterants of milk - Starch, Cane sugar, Water –Tests used for detection of adulteration.BIS standards of milk and milk products - Cow milk, buffalo milk, goat milk, toned milk, double toned milk, ice cream, whole milk powder, table butter, ghee.Measures for clean milk production - Sources of contamination and hygienic measuresNutritive value of milk - Water, fat, protein, lactose, ash.Preparation of various types of milk products - Acid Coagulated products-Paneer - Concentrated products - Khoa, Gulab jamun - Fermented products -Dahi,Cheese - Fat rich products – Ghee, Cream - Frozen products – Ice cream- Byproducts from milk - Butter milk, Whey, skim milkPreservation of milk - Pasteurization, sterilization, chilling .Types of milk commercially available - Toned milk, double toned milk, Homogenized milk, Condensed milkWholesome milk production
Swine Husbandry
Sec 3
Advantages and disadvantages of pig farming .Age wise management of pigs (feeding,breeding and management of boar,gilts, sow ,pregnant sows ,farrowing sows and piglets ,growing and finishing pigs) -Selection criteria for breeding boar.Housing requirements of swine - general guidelines of housing - space requirements for housing piglets, boar, sow, breeding animals
Husbandry of Goats
Sec 4
Advantages of goat rearing .Systems of rearing goats .Breeding and selection of dairy goats - Selection methods - Breeding methods.Care and management of different age groups of goats - Housing requirements of goats - Feeding of goats - Care and management of kids - Care and management of does and bucks - Care and management of pregnant does - Care and management of lactating does.Diseases of goats - Bacterial, viral, metabolic diseases of goats and control measures (Tetanus, CCPP,Enterotoxaemia, PPR,Lactic acidosis)
Restraining of Animals
Sec 5
Approaching the animal - Animal behaviour - Precautions while approaching the animalInstruments used for controlling animals - Instruments used for controlling head and neck, limbs and whole body .Restraining - Purpose of restraining . Method of Restraining of head and neck Method of Restraining of fore and hind limbs .Whole body restraining - Precautions for casting - Reuff’s method of casting - Alternate method of casting .
Breeding and Reproduction in Animals
Sec 6
Artificial insemination (A.I) in animals - Purpose , limitations of A.I - Semen collection and examination - Semen extenders and preservation (metods of evaluation,types of preservation and diluents)–Insemination - Familiarization of equipment used for A.I - Heat detection - Technique of A.I in cattle (Recto vaginal method) - Speculum method for small animals .Basic concepts in breeding - Genotype and phenotypeEmbryo transfer technology - Uses of embryo transfer technology - Method of embryo transfer TechnologyInfertility in cattle - Concepts of infertility and sterility - Causes of infertility - Prevention of infertilityPregnancy and parturition - Basic concepts of gestation period, fertilization and placentation - Pregnancy diagnosis - Stages of parturition and signs of calving - Difficult calving (dystocia) - Involution of uterus, service period, inter-calving period, dry period.Selection and breeding methods - Random selection, Individual selection, Family selection, Pedigree selection, Progeny testing, Inbreeding, Out-breeding, Methods of cross breeding,species hybridization,grading up
Principles of Feeding in cattle
Sec 7
B.I.S specifications of feed - Feed mixingDifferent feed ingredients and preservation of fodder - Concentrate feed ingredients - Roughages - Unconventional feed stuff - Leguminous fodder (cow pea, subabul) - Cultivation details of different fodder grasses (Guinea, Napier, para, congo signal) - Preserved fodder (Silage, Hay, Straw) - Nutrient enrichment of straw - commercial feed for cattle (TMR feed, by pass protein feed) Thumb rules for feeding animals - Maintenance ration for each category of animals - Production ration for lactating animal - Pregnancy ration - Ration for draught animalsImportant nutrients required for animals – Water, Protein, Carbohydrates, Lipids, Vitamins, Minerals – their function.Important concepts of feed formulation - Proximate principles like Digestible crude protein (D.C.P), metabolizable energy (M.E), total digestible nutrients (T.D.N) etc.
Diseases of poultry
Sec 8
Bacterial diseases of chicken - Pasteurellosis - Pullorum diseaseFungal diseases of chicken – AspergillosisNutritional deficiency diseases - Rickets - Vitamin A deficiency - Crazy Chick disease - Curled toe paralysisParasitic diseases - Endoparasites - Round worm infection (Ascaridia galli), Caecal worm infection - Ectoparasites – Lice, mites and ticks infestationPrevention of diseases - Treatment - Vaccination - Litter management - Disinfection - Deworming - Fumigation - Biosecurity measures - Screening tests- Hatchery management for disease preventionProtozoan diseases of chicken – CoccidiosisViral diseases of chicken - New castle disease (NCD) - Fowl pox - Marek’s disease (MD) - Infectious bursal disease (IBD) - Avian influenza
Anatomy and Physiology
Sec 9
Basics of anatomy and physiology of cattle, goat, pig, dog ,poultry- Definitions - Anatomical Peculiarities (bone, RBC, liver, kidney, spleen, stomach)Body parts of cattle - Different body parts (regions, body cavities, joints, bones) .Normal physiological values of animals – Significance of normal physiological values - Normal range of values in cattle, buffalo, goat, pig, dog and chicken (temperature, pulse, respiration, age of puberty, rumen motility, gestation period, life span). Measuring the most important normal physiological values of cattle - Measuring Pulse - Recording Respiration - Recording rectal temperature - Rumen motility - Different conditions in which the normal values change .Structure and function of mammary gland - Structure of udder - Mechanism of milk production - Hormonal role in lactation - Peak production and drying up – methods of drying - Milking methods - Hand milking-Machine milking.Structure and function of reproductive system of cattle - Detailed structure and function of bovine female and male reproductive System - Structure of bovine spermatozoa. Hormonal regulation of reproduction and oestrus cycle - Hormonal interplay of female reproduction – Hormonal interplay of male reproduction - Sexual maturity and puberty - Estrus cycle and heat signs .Structure and function of ruminant stomach - Structure of ruminant stomach - Process of ruminant microbial digestion. Esophageal groove and its significance.Difference in digestion of ruminant and non ruminant stomach
Feeds and feeding of poultry
Sec 10
BIS standards for poultry feeds - BIS standards of crude protein and metabolisable energy for broiler and layer chicken feedsFeed additives : Nutritive and non nutritiveFeed efficiency and feed additives - Definitions - Feed efficiency in layers and broilersFeed requirement for chicken - Average requirement of total feed for chicks, growers, layers and broilersFeeders and waterers - Different types of feeders and waterersFeeding systems - Adlibitum feeding - Restricted feeding - Mash feeding - Pelleted feeding - Phase feedingPoultry feed ingredients - Common ingredients used for the formulation of poultry feed
Breeds of Livestock
Sec 11
Breeds of buffalo - Origin, breed characteristics and salient features of Murrah, Surti, Jaffarabadi ,Mehsana, Nili RaviBreeds of cattle - Origin, breed characteristics and salient features of Sahiwal, Red Sindhi, Gir, Deoni, Hallikar, Kangayam, Amrit Mahal, Kankrej, Hariana, Tharparkar, Vechur, Kasaragod dwarf, Jersey, Holstein Friesian, Brown SwissBreeds of chicken - Origin, breed characteristics and salient features of White leghorn, Black Minorca, RIR, New Hampshire, Australorp, Plymouth rock, Cornish, Brahma, Cochin, Aseel, Kadaknath, Naked neck, Austro-white, Gramapriya, Athulya, Giriraja .Classification of fowls based on geographical distribution with class characteristics (American,English,Mediterranean,Asiatic)Breeds of duck, turkey, quail - Origin, breed characteristics and salient features of Muscovy, White Pekin, Indian runner, Khakhi Campbell, Chara, Chemballi, Broad breasted bronze, Beltsville small white, Japanese quail, bobwhite quailBreeds of goats and sheep - Origin, breed characteristics and salient features of Malabari, Attapady black, Beetel, Jamunapari, barbari, Saanen, Alpine, Boer, Kashmiri, Marwari, merino etc.Breeds of pigs - Origin, breed characteristics and salient features of large white Yorkshire, Landrace, Duroc, Berkshire, HampshireClassification and comparison of breeds according to origin and utility .Comparison of Indian and exotic breeds of cattleDefinition of breed , class, variety and strain.
Care and Management of Cattle
Sec 12
Care and management of new born calves - Importance of colostrum feeding - Artificial respiration - Cutting of umbilical cord - Weaning - Feeding of calves - Dehorning - Deworming - CastrationEffect of climate on animals - Homeostasis - Critical temperature - Summer managementHerd replacement - Culling and replacement - Methods of culling and replacement
Health Care
Sec 13
Common diseases of animals - Etiology, Important symptoms and control measures of Bacterial diseases, Viral diseases, Metabolic diseases, Parasitic diseases - Phyto and chemical toxicity in cattle. Control of diseases - Treatment - Disinfection - Vaccination - Quarantine - Disposal of dead animalsDefinition of health and disease - Signs of health .Natural defense mechanisms - Functions of different body parts in preventing disease .Routes of infection and classification of diseases - Different ways in which micro-organisms enter animal body - Types of diseases
Introduction to Animal Husbandry
Sec 14
Common terminologies of Animal Husbandry - Different terms associated with the husbandry of cattle, buffalo, goat, sheep, pig, chicken, duck, turkey and quail.Farming systems - Farming systems (mixed, diversified, specialised, organic, integrated) and types of Dairy farming (family cow ,commercial ,corral, high-tech). Advantages and disadvantages of rearing animals and birds .Livestock statistics - Current population status of cattle, buffalo, goat, sheep, pig, chicken, duck, turkey, quail. Contribution of livestock to Indian Economy .Current production status of livestock sector - Impact of livestock sector on Indian economy
Identification of Animals and Age Determination of Cattle
Sec 15
Comparison of different methods of identification commonly used in animals .Commonly used methods of identification in animals and birds - Hot iron branding, Chemical branding, Freeze branding, Tattooing, Tagging, Ear notching, Wing/leg bands, wing badges for birds, Electronic chips/transponders .Determination of age in cattle - Importance of age determination in cattle - Dental formula in cattle (permanent and deciduous) - Age determination by looking at dentition - Age determination by looking horn rings
Anatomy and physiology of poultry
Sec 16
Digestive system- mouth, oesophagus, stomach, liver and pancreas, small intestine, caeca, cloacaEffect of light on egg formationEgg formation - Physiology of egg formationMoulting and bleaching - Definition - Relation with egg productionReproductive system - Male and femaleRespiratory system- syrinx, airsacs - Skin and feathers - types of feathers
Rearing of duck, turkey and quail
Sec 17
Diseases of ducks and health care - Pasteurellosis -Duck plague - Duck hepatitis - AflatoxicosisHusbandry of ducks - Advantages of duck rearing - Housing, feeding and management of ducks –Incubation- Sex differentiationHusbandry of quail - Advantages of quail rearing - Housing , feeding and management of quail - Sex differentiation. Diseases of quail and health care - Quail enteritisHusbandry of Turkey - Housing, feeding and management of Turkey - Sex differentiation. Diseases of turkey and health care - Pasteurellosis - Black head disease
Rearing and Housing of Livestock
Sec 18
Establishment of livestock farm - Requirements for dairy and poultry farmsHousing of cattle and poultry - Requirements and dimensions of a standard cattle shed and poultry house .Manure and waste disposal - Collection, storage and disposal of manure - Vermi-composting - Biogas plantSystems of rearing for cattle • Free range system • Intensive system • Semi-intensive system .Systems of rearing for poultry • Free range system • Intensive system (deep litter and cage system) • .Backyard rearing of poultry. Semi-intensive system.
Introduction to Poultry Husbandry
Sec 19
External morphology of chickenPoultry related terms- Poultry, broiler, chick, grower, lay erScientific names of different species of poultry - Chicken, duck, turkey, quailTrends in poultry Industry- Current scenario of poultry industry in Kerala and India - Merits and demerits of poultry rearing
Management of chicken
Sec 20
Management of breeders - Mating methods, Artificial insemination in chicken - Trap nesting Management of broilers - General guidelines for broiler management.Management of chicks - Brooding – types of brooding, brooder set up,Brooder management, debeaking, dubbing and sexing of chicksManagement of growers- Space requirement and general managementManagement of layers – Summer management-Factors influencing egg production - Culling of layer birds (differentiating good and poor layers), Standards of egg production, Managemental practices for producing good quality eggs .Nutrient requirements
Technical
100 Marks
II Grade Overseer/Draftsman (Civil) ||| Overseer Grade II/Draftsman Grade II
This examination is conducted by the Kerala PSC for the recruitment of II Grade Overseer/Draftsman (Civil) in Public Works/Irrigation Department and Overseer Grade II/Draftsman Grade II in Local Self Government Department.
75m
6s
#kerala-psc#civil-engineering#overseer#draftsman#diploma-level
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AUTOCAD
Sec 1
Basic commandsDrawing toolbar and modifying toolbarIntroduction to AutoCADPlotting and printing
BUILDING MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION
Sec 2
Building finishes and servicesFoundation, Masonry, Roofing, FlooringPlane cement Concrete, Reinforced cement concreteStone, Brick, Tiles, Cement, Lime and filler materialsTemporary structural treatment for building constructionTimber
BUILDING DRAWING AND ESTIMATING
Sec 3
Building rules and byelawsEstimation, Rules and methods of measurements of workRate analysis and valuation
BASIC ENGINEERING DRAWING
Sec 4
Conic section and projectionDrawing instruments, equipment and materialsLettering, dimensioning and scalePlane geometrical construction
SURVEYING
Sec 5
Contouring ,Theodolite surveyConventional surveyingIntroduction and terms used in chain, compass, plane table and leveling surveyModern and advanced surveying instrumentsPrinciple of leveling, Type of leveling, Reduction of levels
HYDRAULICS AND IRRIGATION
Sec 6
Measurement of pressureProperties of fluidReservoir, dam, canals, Cross drainage workStorage and diversion head worksTerms used in IrrigationType of Hydraulic energy
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Instructor (Mechanical Agricultural Machinery)
Kerala Public Service Commission invites applications for the Junior Instructor (Mechanical Agricultural Machinery) post via direct recruitment for the Industrial Training Department.
120m
11s
#kerala-psc#industrial-training#mechanical-agricultural-machinery#junior-instructor#technical
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Hand & Power Tools
Sec 1
Air impact wrench, air ratchet, wrenches- Torque wrenches, pipe wrenches, car jet washers.Allen key, bench vice & Cclamps.Calipers-inside and outside.Chisel-flat, cross-cut.Cleaning tools- Scraper, wire brush, Emery paper.Description, care and use of Surface plates, steel rule, measuring tape, try square.Dividers, surface gauges, scriber, punches-prick punch, center punch, pin punch, hollow punch, number and letter punch.Hammer-ball pein, lump, mallet.Marking scheme, Marking material-chalk, Prussian blue.Pipe flaring & cutting tool, pullers-Gear and bearing.Pliers - Combination pliers, multi grip, long nose, flat-nose, Nippers or pincer pliers, Side cutters, Tin snips, Circlip pliers, external circlips pliers.Screw drivers-blade screwdriver, Phillips screw driver, Ratchet screwdriver.Sockets & accessories.Spanners-ring spanner, open end spanner & the combination spanner, universal adjustable open end spanner.
Basic Workshop Machines , Basic Electricity and Heat Treatment
Sec 2
Basic electricity: Electricity principles, Ground connections, Ohm's law, Voltage, Current, Resistance, Power, Energy.Basic electronics: Description of Semi conductors, Solid state devices-Diodes, Transistors, Thyristors,Uni Junction Transistors ( UJT), Metal Oxide Field Effect Transistors ( MOSFETs), Logic gates-OR, AND & NOT and Logic gates using switches.Case hardening, Nitriding, Induction hardening and Flame Hardening process used in auto components with examples.Description of Chemical effects: Batteries & cells, Lead acid batteries & Stay Maintenance Free (SMF) batteries, Magnetic effects, Heating effects, Thermoelectric energy, Thermisters, Thermo couples, Electrochemical energy, Photo-voltaic energy, Piezo-electric energy, Electromagnetic induction, Relays, Solenoids, Primary & Secondary windings, Transformers, stator and rotor coils.Description, symbols and application in automobile of Gear pump-Internal & External, single acting, double acting & Double ended cylinder.Directional control valves-2/2, 3/2, 4/2, 4/3 way valve, Pressure relief valve, Non return valve, Flow control valve used in automobile.Drilling machine: Description and study of Bench type Drilling machine, Portable electrical Drilling machine, drill holding devices, Work Holding devices, Drill bits.Electrostatic effects, Capacitors and its applications, Capacitors in series and parallel.Fastening Methods - Riveting, soldering, Brazing.fluxes used on common joints.Function of Air service unit (FRL-Filter, Regulator & Lubricator).Fuses & circuit breakers: Ballast resistor, Stripping wire insulation, cable colour codes and sizes, Resistors in Series circuits, Parallel circuits and Series-parallel circuits.Hand Reamers: Different Type of hand reamers, Drill size for reaming, Lapping, Lapping abrasives, type of Laps.Heat Treatment Process–Introduction, Definition of heat treatment, Definition of Annealing, Normalizing, Hardening and tempering.Introduction to Hydraulics & Pneumatics: Definition of Pascal law, pressure, Force, viscosity.Introduction to welding and Heat Treatment Welding processes: Principles of Arc welding, brief description, classification and applications.Manual Metal Arc welding -principles, power sources, electrodes, welding parameters, edge preparation & fit up and welding techniques.Non-destructive Testing Methods: Importance of Non-Destructive Testing In Automotive Industry, Definition of NDT, Liquid penetrant and Magnetic particle testing method – Portable Yoke method.Oxy – Acetylene welding - principles, equipment, welding parameters, edge preparation & fit up and welding techniques.Pneumatic Symbols, Description and function of air Reciprocating Compressor.Sheet and wire-gauges.Sheet metal joints - Hem & Seam Joints.Sheet metal operations - Shearing, bending, Drawing, Squeezing.Sheet metal: State the various common metal Sheets used in Sheet Metal shop.Taps and Dies: Hand Taps and wrenches, Calculation of Tap drill sizes for metric and inch taps. Different type of Die and Die stock. Screw extractors.The blow lamp- its uses and pipe fittings.Voltmeter, ammeter, Ohmmeter Mulitmeter: Conductors & insulators, Wires, Shielding, Length vs. resistance, Resistor Ratings.
Occupational Safety & Health
Sec 3
Basic first aid, safety signs - for Danger, Warning, caution & personal safety message.Electrical safety tips.Energy conservation-Definition, Energy Conservation Opportunities (ECOs)-Minor ECos and Medium ECOs, Major ECOs).Importance of Safety and general Precautions to be observed in the shop.Safe disposal of toxic dust, safe handling and Periodic testing of lifting equipment, Authorization of Moving & road testing vehicles.Safe handling of Fuel Spillage, Fire extinguishers used for different types of fire.Safety disposal of Used engine oil.
Tractor Transmission System & Power Tiller
Sec 4
Braking system components: Park brake system, Brake pedal, Brake lines, Brake fluid, Bleeding, Master cylinder, Divided systems, Tandem master cylinder, Power booster or brake unit, Hydraulic brake booster, Applying brakes, Brake force, Brake light switch.Braking systems: Brake type used on tractor - principles, Air brakes.Braking Systems: Braking fundamentals Principles of braking, Drum & disc brakes, Lever/mechanical advantage, Hydraulic pressure & force, Brake fade.Carburetor operation: Carburation, Carburetor system components, Carburetor systems, Metering jets, Accelerating, Carburetor barrels.Clutch: Types, construction and function. Components of clutch -driver & driven plates, torsion spring, cushion springs, operating fingers, clutch shaft, Slave cylinder & oil seal. Clutch release bearing & linkages.Description of starter motor circuit: Common troubles and remedy in starter circuit. Description of lighting circuit. Charging & discharging of lead acid battery.Description, working principle & use of power tiller: (two wheel tractor) power unit. Method of power transmission to wheel from engine. Main clutch assembling working procedure steering Clutch/brakes mechanism method of power transmission to implement (Rotation), irrigation pump, thresher. Hitching of M.B. Plough, trailer disc harrow.Diesel Fuel Systems: Diesel fuel characteristics, concept of Quiet diesel technology & Clean diesel technology, Fuel feed system used in Tractor's description and layout. Diesel fuel system components, Description and function of Diesel fuel injection system, types of fuel injection pumps, type of drive, injectors-types and function. Governor and their types. Distributor-type injection pump, Glow plugs, Cummins & Detroit Diesel injection Diesel electronic control-Diesel electronic control systems (DEC), Common rail diesel injection system.Method of bleeding fuel supply system.Disc brakes & components: Disc brake system, Disc brake operation, Disc brake rotors, Disc brake pads, Disc brake calipers, Proportioning valves, Proportioning valve operation, Brake friction materials.Drum brakes & components: Drum brake system, Drum brake operation, Brake linings & shoes, Backing plate, Wheel cylinders.Final Drive & Drive Shafts: Differential carriers double reduction gearing, differential lock, crown wheel and pinion adjustments, function and types of power take off (PTO) mechanism. Types of front & rear axles. Common trouble and their remedies, care & maintenance.Manual transmissions: Function, description, types and their application. Gearbox layout. Components of tractor gear box. Principle of epicyclical gear box. Necessity of torque convertor, need of 4 x 4 wheel drive / Front wheel drive, Low & high gear ratio, universal joint and propeller shaft.Steering & Suspension Systems: Function and types of steering system. Description, construction and function of mechanical steering system steering wheel, steering gear box, tie-rod, arms link, ball and socket joints etc. Their movement and adjustment. Description and mechanism of foot steerage pedal as incorporated in tractors. Description, working and principle of hydraulic steering system. Different parts such as pump, distributor valves, pipe line and hoses etc Development of mechanical framing. Use of Power tiller, Tractor & Bulldozer, Chassis frame of tractor.Tractor Electrical Maintenance: Lighting arrangement in tractors (As applicable). Description of charging circuit. Operation of alternator, regulator unit ignition warning lamp troubles and remedy in charging system. Fault finding in electrical system.Tractor equipment: Description, function of harrows, cultivators, seed drills & tractor trailer. Hitching of equipment. Danger in overloading & incorrect field operation. Average life of Agriculture implements. Description and function of tractor accessories such as Draw bar, top link & Belly Pulley. Setting of draw bar to correct height. Use of Hydraulic lift. Maintenance of tractor accessories.Wheels & Tyres: Description, construction and function of Wheel. Rim sizes. Types & sizes of tyres. Solid, pneumatic & Radial. Ply rating. Tyre materials, Hysteresis & designations, Tyre information, Tyre tread designs, Tyre ratings for temperature & traction. Importance of in-Flatting tyres to correct pressure. Repair and maintenance of tyres and tubes. Storage of tyres. Descriptions Tirewear Patterns and causes Nitrogen vs atmospheric air in tyres.
Primary Tillage Implements and Soil Forming Equipments
Sec 5
Common types of shovels & seeps: Adjustments, mode of operation. Trouble shooting. Care & Maintenance.Constructional details of Lazer leveler, trencher & dozer/dumper and post hole digger.Rotavator: Workshop adjustments. Method of hitching. Importance of weight transfer. Method of ploughing. Method of Field operation. Recommended speeds for operation of rotavators. Daily and periodical maintenance.Sub soiler/ chisel plough: Constructional details.Prime mover & driving practice. Adjustments, mode of operation. Method of Field operation. Recommended speeds for operation.Soil forming equipment & their types: Constructional details of levelers, scrapers/ blade terracer, ditchers and bund formers.Types of cultivator: Working Principles & their constructional details, adjustments.Types of harrows & their uses: Working principles& Constructional details. Setting and adjustments. Hitching and mode of operation. Difference between disc harrows & drag harrow. Difference between disc harrows & disc plough. Trouble shooting. Safety precautions.Types of tillage & their uses: Working principles of ploughs. Constructional details. Workshop adjustments. Method of hitching. Importance of weight transfer. Considerations while using mounted and semi mounted implements. Method of ploughing. Methods of field operation. Recommended speeds for operation under different field conditions. Daily and periodical maintenance.
Secondary Tillage Implements and Irrigation Pumps
Sec 6
Common types of weeds and their control: Methods of weed control. Constructional detail of power weeder. Premergence and post emergence applications. Recommended weedicides for different crops. Equipments used for their applications.Source of water: Study common irrigation and drainage systems. Types of irrigation systems. Types of pumps. Working principles & constructional details of centrifugal pumps.Types of centrifugal pumps: Constructional details & principle of operation of a submersible pump. Description of tools and equipment required for boring a tube well. Use a compressor for revitalizing the tube well to improve its discharge. Pump selection, common prime movers, and coupling devices. Different types of irrigation pipes. Working principles of valves and hydrants. Working principles of Popup/sprinkler & mister /fogger. Working principles of drippers. Methods of field operation & adjustment.Types of fertilizer applicators: Constructional details of fertilizer applicators Types of furrow openers, Methods of transmission of power. Calibration & workshop adjustments. Field operation & adjustments of fertilizer applicators. Recommended speeds for operation Care & maintenance.Types of planters: Constructional details of Maize, Cotton, G/ nut & potato planters. Constructional details of paddy transplanter, Sugarcane & paddy transplanter. Common metering devices. Types of furrow openers. Power transmission. Function of row marker. Field operation of paddy transplanter. Field operation of veg. transplanter. Use of cage wheels and puddles.Types of power tillers, their uses: Constructional details. Method of power transmission for different field operation with different attachments.Types of seed drills & their uses: Constructional details of seed cum fertilizer drill. Seed & fertilizer metering devices. Constructional details of special drills such as zero till, strip drill/rotto drill & Happy seeder. Types of furrow openers, methods of transmission of power. Calibration & workshop adjustments. Field calibration and mode of operation. Guide chart for mixing fertilizers. Recommended speeds for operation. Care & maintenance.
Tractor Engine Basics & Engine components
Sec 7
Cooling system components: Water pump, function of thermostat, pressure cap, Recovery system & Thermo-switch. Function & types of Radiator.Cooling systems: Purpose, types, Heat transfer method, effect of boiling point & pressure, coolant properties, preparation and recommended change of interval, use of antifreezer.Description & function of connecting rod: Importance of big-end split obliquely, Materials used for connecting rods big end & main bearings. Shells piston pins and locking methods of piston pins. Recommended clearances for the cylinder liners & rings. Bearing failure & its causes-care & maintenance.Description & functions of different types of pistons, piston rings and piston pins and materials. Used recommended clearances for the rings and its necessity precautions while fitting rings, common troubles and remedy.Description of crankshaft & Camshafts: Types of their drives. Description of Overhead camshaft, importance of Cam lobes. Crankcase ventilation (PCV). Camshaft, Crank-shaft balancing, Firing order of the engine. Description and function of the fly wheel and vibration damper. Timing mark.Description of Cylinder block: Cylinder block construction: Types of cylinder blocks & cylinder liners.Engine Basics: Classification of engines, Principle & working of 2&4-stroke diesel engine (Compression ignition Engine (C.I) ), Principle of Spark Ignition Engine(SI), differentiate between 2-stroke and 4 stroke, C.I engine and S.I Engine, Direct injection and Indirect injection, Brief on common rail diesel injection engine. Engine output, compression pressure, Compression ratio.Engine Components: Working principle & construction of cylinder heads, types of combustion chambers.Exhaust system components: Description and function of Exhaust manifold, Exhaust pipe, Mufflers-Reactive, absorptive, Combination, Electronic mufflers, Catalytic converters, Backpressure, Diesel particulate filter, Exhaust Gas Recirculation(EGR).Function of Engine Valves, different types, materials, Type of valve operating mechanism. Importance of Valve seats & inserts, importance of Valve movement, Valve stem, oil seals, Valve-timing diagram and concept of Variable valve timing.Intake & exhaust systems: Description of Diesel induction & Exhaust systems. Description & function of air compressor, exhauster, Super charger, Intercoolers, turbo charger, variable turbo charger mechanism.Intake system components: Description and function of Air cleaners, Different type air cleaner, Description of Intake manifolds and material.Lubrication system components: different type of Oil pump, Oil filters & oil cooler. Probable reasons for low / high oil pressure, high oil consumption and their remedies.Lubrication system: Purposes & characteristics of oil, type of lubricants, grade as per SAE, & their application, oil additives, type of lubrication system.
Fasteners
Sec 8
Cutting tools - Study of different type of cutting tools like Hacksaw, File- Definition, parts of a file, specification, Grade, shape, different type of cut and uses.Function of Gaskets, Selection of materials for gaskets and packing, oil seals.Limits, Fits & Tolerances-Definition of limits, fits & tolerances with examples used in auto components.OFF-hand grinding with sander, bench and pedestal grinders, safety precautions while grinding.Study of different types of screws, nuts, studs & bolts, locking devices, Such as lock nuts, cotter, split pins, keys, circlips, lock rings, lock washers and locating where they are used.Washers & chemical compounds can be used to help secure these fasteners.
Systems of measurement
Sec 9
Description, care & use of - Micrometers-Outside and depth mirometer, Micrometer adjustments.Vernier calipers, Telescope gauges, Dial bore gauges, Dial indicators, straightedge, feeler gauge, thread pitch gauge, vacuum gauge, tire pressure gauge.
Seed Processing Machines
Sec 10
Importance of cleaning & grading: Types of cleaner/ grader. Methods of cleaning/grading. Prime mover attachments and driving system. Settings and Adjustments. Troubles & maintenance. Safety precautions.Importance of rice huller and polisher: Feed grinder-cum-mixer, hammer mill, oil extractor and sugarcane crusher. Constructional details, materials used. Principles of operation. Common faults and remedies.Important of winnowing: Types of winnower and its parts.Operation of transporting and handling: Equipment i.e. Tractor, tractor trailer, power tiller & combine harvester.Working of fans and blowers: Purpose of grain auger, bucket elevator etc., Constructional details and working of a grain drier. Grain storage structure i.e. concrete and sheet metal bins (sylo structure). Methods and instruments used for measuring moisture contents of grains. Equipment and methods used for treating and fumigating seeds and grains.
Harvesting Machines
Sec 11
Need & importance of root harvesting: Machine. Types & working of diggers. Components of diggers. Prime mover attachments and driving system. Transporting the root harvesting machinery. Settings & Adjustments.Need of green harvesting equipment: Working principles, constructional details of mover. Functions, working principles, constructional details of folder harvester. Functions, working principles, constructional details power chaff/ silagecutter. workshop and field adjustments. Methods of field operation. care and maintenance. Function and working of rotary harvester. Function and working of hay-bailer. Workshop adjustments. Method of field operation. Method of transportation. Common accidents and their prevention. Trouble shooting. Care and maintenance.Purpose of a combine harvester: Advantages and limitations. Types of combine harvester. Special purpose combine harvesters. Working principles & constructional of different systems of combine harvester. Components of different systems of combine harvester. Flow path material of combine harvesters. Power transmission & drive systems. Workshop adjustments. Methods of field operation. Field adjustments according to crop & soil condition. Types of grain losses, their causes and remedies. Factors affecting the performance of a combine. Recommended speeds. Considerations while selecting a combine. Custom hiring of combine. Calculating of combine operation of combine harvesting. Safety precautions.Reapers & their types Functions: Working principles, constructional details. Field adjustments & operation Care and maintenance. Trouble shooting. Precautions in working & transporting.Types of electrical motors: Used on the farm their constructional details, selection,operation, care and maintenance. Different types of starters. Fuses and their capacities. Installation of motors. Safety precautions.Types of sprayers & dusters: Working principles. Calibrations of sprayers & dusters. Method of operation. Common prime movers. Workshop adjustments. Constructional details, working principles & calibration of high clearance sprayers/ cotton & Aero blast sprayers. Methods of operation.Types of threshers: Maize Sheller and ground nut decorticators. Working principles, constructional details. Adjustments and operations. Prime mover and driving systems. Trouble shooting and remedies. Transmission of power belts and pulleys.
Technical
100 Marks
LECTURER IN STATISTICS AND DEMOGRAPHY IN MEDICAL EDUCATION
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Lecturer in Statistics and Demography in the Medical Education department.
120m
10s
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MODULE 4
Sec 1
one-way classification, two-way classification with equal and unequal number of observations per cellapplications of double sampling for stratified random samplingestimability of linear parametric functionswith or without replacement, simple random sampling, PPS sampling, Stratified random sampling, systematic sampling, IPPS sampling, Midzuno-Sen scheme of sampling, Cluster sampling and two stage samplingratio estimator, regression estimator, double sampling for ratio and regression method of estimationGauss-Markov theoremGeneral linear modelsBIBD, PBIBDmissing and mixed plot analysis in RBD, LSDpost-stratificationCRD, RBD, LSD, Efficiency of design and comparisonStatistical analysis of symmetrical factorial designsTotal and partial confounding in 2n, 3n and pn experimentsVarious methods of allocation in stratified random sampling
MODULE 3
Sec 2
asymptotic propertiesConfidence setsCramer-Rao inequalityEfficiencyFisher’s measure of informationUnbiasedness; strong, weak and squared error consistency, invariance property of consistent estimatorinterval estimationLikelihood functionLikelihood ratio testsLMPLMPUlocation and scale family of distributionsNeyman-Pearson Theory of Testing HypothesesPoint estimationRao-Blackwell and Lehmann-Scheffe theorems and their applicationsSPRT-Wald’s identity-OC and ASN functionsshortest confidence intervalsSufficiencytests of hypotheses concerning a real parameterUMPUUnbiasednessMLE, method of moments, minimum chi-square, least-squares and properties of these estimators
Module 5
Sec 3
Balancing equationFertility-Mortality-MigrationAge, Sex – Population Pyramid, Religion, Caste, Education, Language, Income, Marriage and FamilyHistory of population growth-Population size and growth in states with special emphasis on KeralaSmoothing techniques, Indices – Whipple’ , Myer’s, UN, Chandrasekhar and Deming methodCensus-Vital Registration System-Civil Registration System(CRS), Sample Registration System(SRS), Population Register and Sample Surveys- NFHS, NSSO
MODULE 2
Sec 4
birth and death processesBorel zero-one lawBranching processcentral limit theoremCharacteristic function and their elementary propertiesclassification of stochastic processesConditional Probability and Bayes Theoremextinction probabilitiesindependence of eventsIntroduction to Stochastic processesMarkov chainsMarkov processmartingalesn-step transition probability and its limitsoffspring distributionPoisson processProbability spaceprocesses with stationary independent incrementsProperties of probability measurepure birth processrenewal processsequence of eventsin distributions, in probability, almost sure convergence and in the r-th meantheir interrelationships, examples and counter examplesWeak and strong law of large numbers
MODULE 1
Sec 5
Joint, conditional and marginal distributionsbivariate random vectorClassification problemDistribution of quadratic forms in normal variablesDistributions of functions of random variablesDistributions of order statisticsgenerating functionsHotelling’s T2 and Mahalanobi’s D2Multinomial and multivariate normal distributionsOrder statisticsRandom variables and distribution functionSampling distributions and applicationsone sample and two sample problemsTests of hypothesis about mean vector of a multivariate normal distributionUnivariate discrete and continuous distributions
Module 6
Sec 6
Demographic MeasuresCBR, ASFR, TFR, GRR, NRR, ASMFR, TMFR, Replacement IndexTypes of life table, Columns of Life table, construction and interpretation – Linear, exponential, Reed and Merrell, Greville, Chiang, Keyfitz and Fraunthal, Applications and Uses of Life tableCrude Marriage rate, General Marriage rate, Age – Specific Marriage rate , Total Marriage rate, Mean Age at Marriage, Singulate Mean Age at MarriageMathematical and Cohort Component methodsCDR, ASDR, Longivity( e00 ), Infant Mortality Measures– Infant Mortality Rate, Neonatal mortality rate, Post neonatal mortality, Perinatal mortality, Foetal Death, Childhood mortality rates, Child mortality and Maternal MortalityStandardization of rates
MODULE 8
Sec 7
Social aspects of ageing, Economic aspects of ageing, Ageing and Health, Ageing policies and programmesPrinciples of Epidemiology, Sources of data on morbidity, Epidemiological Methods, Measurement of health and diseases, Incidence and prevalence rates of morbidity, Morbidity and Mortality linkSocial determinants of health, inter linkages between health and Development at local and national levels, globalization and poverty, impact of development Policies on health, Health equityNational and state – Critical appraisalNational Health Programmes- NRHM, NHM, NUHMHistory, MCH Programmes, Reproductive and Child Health ProgrammesDensity and Carrying capacity- Population Growth and Density Changes, Population and Resources – types of Resources: Physical-Biological and Human, Impact of Population Growth on ResourcesDefinitions, Policy goals and Types of policies, Overview of population policy in Developed and Developing countries and in IndiaPopulation, Health & DevelopmentDefinition, General concepts, Maternal and child health, Prenatal and Antenatal care, sanitation, Hygiene, Reproductive Rights, STD,RTI,HIV/AIDS, Male involvement in Reproductive health- Indian Scenario
Module 7
Sec 8
Freedman, Caldwell, Social and Biological Theories, Kingsly Davis, Blake and Becker Model, Easterlin, LeibensteinN. Model life table, Coale & Demmeny model life table U. N. model life table for developing countries, Model stable population and Rogers & Castro model migration scheduleMalthus, Optimum, Marx, Demographic TransitionStable Population, Quasi-stable population, Stationary Population, Lotka’s Stable Population Theory, Applications – Population Momentum, Reproductive valueTheories and ModelsRavenstein, Stouffer, Ziffe, Lee, Todaro
Module 9
Sec 9
Vector spaces, spans and linear independence, basis, dimension, linear maps, matrix of a linear map, determinants, characteristic polynomials, eigen values and eigen vectors, diagonalisation of matrices, solutions of linear equations and Cayley Hamilton theorem
Module 10
Sec 10
Sequences and series of real numbers, limit of a function, continuous functions, uniform continuity, differentiation, mean value theorem, L'Hospital's rules, Taylor's theorem, Riemann integral and its properties, Fundamental theorem of calculus
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Instructor (Secretarial Practice- English)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Junior Instructor (Secretarial Practice - English) in the Industrial Training Department.
120m
10s
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SHORTHAND(ENGLISH)
Sec 1
Alternative forms of R, L and SHContractions.Different Consonants and their signs.Diphthongs, Triphones and Diaphones.Formation of outlines.Halving and Doubling Principle.History of Shorthand.Importance of Shorthand.Initial Hooks and Final Hooks(R, L, N, F/V and SHUN hooks)Intersections.Loop ST and STRNote taking techniques.Phraseography.Prefixes and Suffixes.SW and SS/SZ circles.Various kinds of S, H
LETTER WRITING
Sec 2
Classification of letters.Necessary parts of a letterPersonal CorrespondenceSimple letter writing.Types of Business Correspondence.Types of Official Correspondence.
COMPUTER OPERATIONS
Sec 3
Computer Fundamentals – History of Computers – Applications of Computers - Components of computers.Computer Keyboard OperationsComputer Speed typing – Speed calculation – Counting errors and calculating speed – Evaluation and marking schemes in speed typing.Micro Soft Word – Features of Word Processing – Components of MS Word screen – Creation of Files and use of various tools – Editing and Formatting – MS Word features – Printing document.Microsoft Excel – Spread sheet program – Components of MS Excel -Workbook, Worksheet and Cell - Entering and Editing data – MS excel Formulas and functions – Excel Charts – Printing work book.Microsoft Powerpoint – Introduction of PPT – Presenting document in Powerpoint – Adding graphics to documents – Creating self-running presentation – Layouts, Themes and designs – Slide animation – Slide transition – Editing and Printing presentations.Computer Network – Advantages of Computer Networks – Types of Network – Network Topology – Network Protocols – Networking Components - Web Browser and Mailing System.Protection of Computer from threats.Windows Operating System.
OFFICE SECRETARY
Sec 4
Definition – Qualities and Qualification - Types of Secretary- Professional and personal duties and functions of Office Secretary.
OFFICE
Sec 5
Departments of Office.Importance of Office.Introduction to Office.Office EnvironmentOffice Forms and Manuals.Office Layout.Office Manager.Office Stationery
OFFICE MACHINES AND EQUIPMENTS
Sec 6
Different types of office Equipment - Communicating Equipment.
OFFICE RECORDS AND FILING MANAGEMENT
Sec 7
Filing – Definition of Filing – Essentials of ideal filing system – Classification and arrangement of files – Different filing system- Centralisation and Decentralisation of Filing.Kinds of Records and Principles of Record keeping.
APPLICATION WRITING
Sec 8
General Banking Correspondence.Office correspondence – Notice – Agenda – Minutes- Reports – Circulars and Memorandum. Calendar of Events.Social letters like Informal Letters – Invitation Letters – Congratulation Letters – Thanks giving Letters – Condolence Letters – Letter to the Editor etc.
INWARD AND OUTWARD MAIL
Sec 9
Handling Inward and Outward mail.Mailing Machines and Equipments.
POSTAL SERVICES
Sec 10
PIN code – Post Card – Registered Letter – Ordinary and Insured Letter – Parcels – Business Reply post card – VPP – UPC – Speed Post, Courier Services- Post Bag – Post Box - Monetary Services etc..Postal Zones.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Manager (Mechanical)
The Assistant Manager (Mechanical) post is recruited by the Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) for Travancore Titanium Products Limited.
90m
7s
#kerala-psc#mechanical-engineering#degree-level#technical#public-sector
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Fluid Mechanics & Machines
Sec 1
Air vessels and their purposesChezy's formulaDarcy-Weisbach equationFlow through pipes- Turbulent flow through pipesFriction factorHead loss due to frictionHydraulic Turbines : Impulse and Reaction Turbines - Pelton Wheel -Velocity triangles - Euler's equation - Speed ratio, jet ratio & work done , losses and efficiencies, design of Pelton wheel inward and outward flow reaction turbines , Francis TurbineMody's chartPositive displacement pumps- reciprocating pumpSeparation and cavitationsSlip negative slip and work required and efficiency-indicator diagram-effect of acceleration and friction on indicator diagram
Theory of Mechanism & Machines
Sec 2
Analysis of shoe , band , band and block brakes-internal expanding shoe brakesConical clutchesCoupler curveIntroduction to graphical and vector approachesMechanisms - Degrees of freedom - Kutzbach criterion - Grashof s Law - Kinematic inversions - Concepts of mechanical advantagePlate clutchesPower transmission- Open and cross belt drive - length of belt - ratio of belt tensions - centrifugal tensions- initial tensions- V belt drive-Rope driveSteering mechanismsStraight line mechanisms - Watt mechanism - Peaucellier mechanism - Harts mechanismTorque in epicyclic gear trainsTransmission angleTypes of gear trains-compound, reverted and epicyclicTypes of gears -Terminology- law of gearing - gear tooth profiles.-interference and under cutting,- calculation of minimum number of teeth, contact ratio, path of contact, arc of contact,- effect of friction in gears
Thermal Engineering
Sec 3
Application of dimensional analysis to free and forced convectionCascade systemCombustion in CI and SI enginesConcept of black body- Planck' law- -Stefan Boltzmann's lawCOP-Effect of operating parameters on COPDifferent combinations of evaporator and compressor for different applicationsDimensional analysis-Buckingham's Pi theoremFactors affecting auto ignition, pre-ignitionFourier law of heat conductionGas turbine classificationMethods of improving COP of simple cycle- super heating , under coolingNewton's law of coolingOne dimensional steady state conduction with and without heat generationRadiation-Nature of thermal radiation-definitions and concepts-monochromatic and total emissive power-Intensity of radiation- solid angle- absorptivity, reflectivity and transmissivityReciprocating compressor- equation for work with and without clearance volume, efficienciesSimple cycle, isentropic efficiency and mechanical efficiency, cycle efficiency and work outputVapour absorption systems - Ammonia - water system - simple system- Lithium Bromide water system- Electrolux- comparison with vapour compression system-steam jet refrigerationVapour compression systems-simple cycle - representation on T- s and P-h Diagrams
Manufacturing Process
Sec 4
Arc welding- Carbon arc welding, Shielded metal arc welding, Submerged arc welding, TIG, MIGAtomic hydrogen weldingCold forming-thread rolling, metal spinningDefects in forgingDefects in rolled productsElectron beam weldingExtrusion-hot and cold extrusionForging- open and closed die forging, press forging, roll forging, types of forging pressesResistance welding- Spot welding, Seam welding, Projection welding, Butt welding, Flash butt welding, Percussion weldingRolling of tubes, wheels and axlesRotary piercingRotary swagingSolid phase welding-forge welding, friction welding, explosive welding, ultrasonic weldingThermit weldingTypes of rolling mills-Rolling of channels, I and rail sectionsWire drawing
Metallurgy & material Science
Sec 5
CarburisingCase HardeningCritical cooling rateCynadingEquilibrium diagram of binary alloys: Eutectic, Eutectoid, Peritectic and peritectoid reactionsEquilibrium diagrams-Construction and usesHardenability testsHeat treatment processesInduction hardeningIron-Carbon Equilibrium diagramIsothermal TTT diagramsNitridingProperties, composition and uses of Copper, Aluminium, Titanium and its alloysProperties, composition and uses of various types of Cast Iron and Steels - Effect of various alloying elementsSurface treatments
Machine Design
Sec 6
Classification and use of springs-deflection of helical springsDesign of helical springs for static and fatigue loadingDesign of I.C engine parts- cylinder, piston connecting rod, Crankshaft, FlywheelDesign of leaf springsDesign of spur gear, Helical gear, bevel gear and worm gear-AGMA standardsPower screw- analysis of power screwsPressure vessels, thin cylindersShaft couplings, - stresses in couplings design of couplingsThick cylinder equationThread standards - stresses in screw threadsWelded joints - types of welded joints - stresses in butt and fillet welds -torsion and bending in welded joints
Thermodynamics
Sec 7
Combined First and Second law equationsEquations for internal energy , enthalpy and entropyGeneral Thermodynamic RelationsHelmholtz and Gibb's functionsIdeal and real gasesInversion curveJoule Thomson CoefficientMaxwell's RelationsProperties of Gas Mixtures : composition of a gas mixture - Mass and Mole Fraction, Dalton's law, Gibbs -Daltons Law, equivalent molecular weight and gas constant, properties of gas mixtures -Specific Heats, Internal energy, enthalpy and EntropyThrottling process
Technical
100 Marks
Fisheries Extension Officer
The Fisheries Extension Officer post is recruited by the Kerala Public Service Commission for the Fisheries Department.
90m
14s
#kerala-psc#fisheries#degree-level#technical#officer-post
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Fishing Gear Technology
Sec 1
Accessories for fishing gear.Fishing gear materials;Gears used in relation to fish and fishing area.Hooks, maintenance of gears.Modern commercial fishing methods, Fish finding equipments.Mounting of webbing.Preservation of netting and other accessories.Selection of gear materials, Parts of a trawl net, purse seine, gill net and tuna long lines.Yarn numbering systems.
Fishery Economics
Sec 2
Accounting, measurement and determinants of national income, contribution of fisheries to GNP and employment; balance of payments, economic growth and sustainable development.Bio-piracy.Elasticity in fisheries managerial decision;Farm production economics; production functions in fisheries; break even analysis of fish production system; concepts of externalities and social cost; factors of production, marginal cost and return; farm planning and budgeting .GATT and WTO in fisheries ; NTBs and Agreement on Anti- dumping; Fisheries trade and environment ;Impact of globalization in fisheries.GMOs in fisheries.Patenting process, Agreement on TRIPS.
Fisheries Extension
Sec 3
Adoption and diffusion of innovations, Transfer of technology process, Extension programme planning and evaluation;RRA,PRA, PTD;Basic principles of teaching and learning;Fisheries co management;Fisheries Extension methods;Government and Non - government organizations involved in fisheries extension of India;Principles of Extension education; types of education;Rural sociology; important sociological concepts-Social problems and conflicts in fisheries;Social control ;Gender issues in fisheries.
Aquatic Environment Management
Sec 4
Aquatic pollution and mitigationMarine, freshwater and brackish water environments.Water masses, winds, clouds, ocean currents, migration of fishes, biodiversity indices, mangroves, sea grasses, aquatic flora and fauna of ecological significance.Water quality parameters, limnology, waves and tides.
Quality Standards
Sec 5
Assessment of quality of seafood by instrumental and chemical methods;Concept of quality management;fish food born human pathogens;Fish plant sanitation and personal hygiene ;Food safety standards.Quality standards;Seafood Export regulations.
Fisheries Statistics
Sec 6
Basic concept of sampling distribution; standard error and central limit theorem, tests of significance based on normal, t, chi-square and F distributions.Methodology for estimation of marine fish landings in India, Estimation of inland fish production in India and problems encounteredProbability, random variable, concepts of Binomial, Poisson and Normal distributions and their use in fisheries.Relation between correlation and regression, Length weight relationship in fishes; applications of linear regression in fisheries.
Fisheries Resource Management
Sec 7
Biological structure of fisheries resources in space and time.Biological symptoms of under- fishing and over- fishing.Code of conduct for responsible fisheries.Cold water fisheries of India.CPUEEstimation of total fishing and natural mortality.Eumetric fishing.GIS and Remote sensing in fisheries.Global, national and state scenario of marine fisheries and inland fisheries.Growth over - fishing and recruitment over - fishing.Indicators of dynamics in a fishery resource.Open access fisheries.Population age structure.Principles of stock assessment.The concept of MSY and MEY.Theory of life tables, Statistical models of fish stock assessment.
Farming of Food Fishes and Shell Fishes
Sec 8
Breeding and hatchery management of potential finfish and shell fish; live food organisms; nutritional requirements; engineering aspects of aquaculture farm and hatcheries.Climate smart aquaculture.Fish feed and fish nutritionGlobal national and state scenario.Recent trends and technologies in aquaculture.Use of agro industrial waste and biofertilizers in aquaculture.Water and soil quality management, Ecosystem management in aquaculture.Water as a medium of culture, different systems of aquaculture for the major candidate species, integrated fish farming, sewage-fed fish culture, organic recycling and detritus food chain.
Ornamental Fish Culture
Sec 9
Breeding and rearing of exotic and indigenous ornamental fishes;Fabrication, setting up and maintenance of fresh water and marine aquarium;Green certification, live feedTrade regulations in relation to ornamental fishes.World trade and export potential;
Fish Preservation
Sec 10
Composition and nutritional value of fish.Freezing, drying and dehydration, Marinated and fermented fish products, canning, freeze- drying, irradiation, cryogenics.Laws of thermo dynamics; refrigeration cycle; Heat load calculation ; refrigerants; freezers; cold storages; freezing plants, solar dryers, ice manufacturing, defrosting; thawing .Packaging materials for different products.Spoilage of fish and fishery products;Transportation and storage of fresh fish and frozen fish
Fisheries Administration and Legislation
Sec 11
Development and regulatory activities of Central, State and Local government in aquaculture and fisheries;Different central and state level fisheries institutions;Export and import Policies relevant to fisheries sector.Fisheries and aquaculture legislations at Central and State level;Fisheries development over five year plans;Fisheries plans and programmes by GovernmentFunctions and powers of functionaries under fisheries administration;Government policy on small and medium Enterprises (SMEs)/SSIs.International fisheries organizations.Principles of organization and management of public enterprise.Schemes and incentives for promotion of entrepreneurship in fisheries sector.
Navigation and Seamanship
Sec 12
Electronic navigation and communication aids,Fire fighting and lifesaving appliances,International laws and agreements of the sea.
Aquatic Animal Health Management
Sec 13
fish pharmacology;fish toxicology;immune stimulants and bioremediation.Investigation, symptoms, diagnosis and therapeutic applications of diseases;Probiotics, Prebiotics, AMR,BMP, Quarantine, emerging pathogens, non-infectious diseases
Fishing Craft Technology
Sec 14
Mechanization of fishing crafts, Boat building and maintenance;Rules and regulations for fishing vessel fabrication, operation and safety.Stability of fishing vessel; marine engine systems;Deck layout, deck fitting and fishing equipment;Traditional and modern fishing crafts of India;Vessel monitoring systems.
Technical
100 Marks
Fireman (Trainee) ||| Firewoman (Trainee)
The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) conducts recruitment for Fireman (Trainee) and Firewoman (Trainee) posts in the Fire and Rescue Services Department. These roles involve firefighting operations, rescue missions during accidents and natural disasters, emergency response services, and public safety management.
90m
5s
#kerala-psc#fire-and-rescue#trainee#plus-two-level#public-safety
Syllabus Explorer
GENERAL ENGLISH
Sec 1
Active and Passive voiceAgreement of Subject and Verb.Articles - The Definite and the Indefinite Articles.Correction of SentencesDifferent Parts of Speech.Direct and Indirect SpeechInfinitive and GerundsPrepositionsTag QuestionsTensesTenses in Conditional SentencesThe Use of CorrelativesTypes of Sentences and Interchange of Sentences.Uses of Primary and Modal Auxiliary VerbsAntonymsCompound wordsForeign Words and PhrasesIdioms and their MeaningsOne Word SubstitutesPhrasal VerbsSingular & Plural, Change of Gender, Collective NounsSpelling TestSynonymsWord formation from other words and use of prefix or suffixWords often confused
Special Topics (തസ്തികകളുടെ ജോലി സ്വഭാവവുമായി ബന്ധപ്പെട്ട വിഷയങ്ങൾ)
Sec 2
Basic Concepts:- Combustion, Temperature and Heat, Fire TriangleChemistry of Heat and combustion:- Heat capacity, Specific heat capacity, Latent heat of fusion, Latent heat of vaporisation, Sublimation, Melting point, Boiling point, Flash point, Fire point, Ignition temperature, Method of heat transfer (Conduction, Radiation, MSDS-LPG, Ammonia, Chlorine.Fire Extinguishers :- Types of Fire Extinguishers, PASSMethod of Fire extinction:- Starvation, smothering/Blanketing, Cooling, Fire Extinguishing agents, Suitability of Extinguishing Medias.Bleeding and its first aid measuresBurns, Scalds, Frost Bite and its first aid measuresChoking and its first aid measuresCuts and Wounds, Amputation and its first aid measuresFirst Aid- Concept -Important Organisations and PersonsFractures, Types of fractures and its first aid measuresHuman body, Respiration, Breathing Pulse, Circulation & Skeletal systemAEDCAB/ABC ruleCPR – Concept and ProcedureMouth to Mouth ResuscitationSnake bite and its first aid measuresSection 43 Penalty and Compensation for damage to computer, computer system, etc.Section 43A Compensation for failure to protect data.Section 65 Tampering with computer source documents.Section 66 Computer related offencesSection 66B Punishment for dishonestly receiving stolen computer resource or communication device.Section 66C Punishment for identity theft.Section 66D Punishment for cheating by personation by using computer resources.Section 66E Punishment for violation of privacy.Section 66F Punishment for cyber terrorism.Section 67 Punishment for publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form.Section 67A Punishment for publishing or transmitting material containing sexually explicit act, etc in electronic formSection 67B Punishment for publishing or transmitting material depicting children in sexually explicit act, etc in electronic formSection 72 Penalty for breach of confidentiality and privacy.Section 77B Offences with 3 years imprisonment to be bailable.
ൊപൊതുവിജ്ഞൊനം
Sec 3
ഭരണഘടന നിർമ്മാണ സമിതി, ആമുഖം, പൗരത്വം- മൗലികാവകാശങ്ങൾ- നിർദ്ദേശക തത്വങ്ങൾ- മൗലിക കടമകൾ, ഗവണ്മെന്റിന്റെ ഘടകങ്ങൾ, പ്രധാനപ്പെട്ട ഭരണ ഘടനാ ഭേദഗതികൾ(42, 44, 52, 73, 74, 86, 91), പഞ്ചായത്തീരാജ്, ഭരണഘടനാ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങളും അവയുടെ ചുമതലകളും- യൂണിയൻ ലിസ്റ്റ്- സ്റ്റേറ്റ് ലിസ്റ്റ്- കൺകറന്റ് ലിസ്റ്റ്.കേരളത്തിലെ പ്രധാന ദൃശ്യ-ശ്രാവ്യകലകൾ ഇവയുടെ ഉത്ഭവം, വ്യാപനം, പരിശീലനം എന്നിവപ്രശസ്തമായ സ്ഥലങ്ങൾപ്രശസ്തമായ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങൾപ്രശസ്തരായ എഴുത്തുകാർപ്രശസ്തരായ കലാകാരന്മാർപ്രശസ്തരായ വ്യക്തികൾഇതര വസ്തുതകൾഇന്ത്യയുടെ ശ്രദ്ധേയമായ പ്രകടനംരാജ്യങ്ങൾവേദികൾഅടിസ്ഥാന വിവരങ്ങൾഒളിമ്പിക്സിൽ ഇന്ത്യയുടെ ശ്രദ്ധേയമായ പ്രകടനങ്ങൾപാരാ ഒളിമ്പിക്സ്പ്രധാന വേദികൾ/ രാജ്യങ്ങൾപ്രശസ്തമായ വിജയങ്ങൾ / കായിക താരങ്ങൾവിന്റർ ഒളിമ്പിക്സ്ഓരോ രാജ്യത്തിന്റെയും ദേശീയ കായിക ഇനങ്ങൾ / വിനോദങ്ങൾകളികളുമായി ബന്ധപ്പെട്ട പ്രധാന പദങ്ങൾകായികരംഗത്ത് വ്യക്തിമുദ്രപതിപ്പിച്ച കേരളത്തിലെയും ഇന്ത്യയിലെയും ലോകത്തിലെയും പ്രധാന കായികതാരങ്ങൾ, അവരുടെ കായിക ഇനങ്ങൾ, അവരുടെ നേട്ടങ്ങൾ, അവർക്ക് ലഭിച്ചിട്ടുള്ള ബഹുമതികൾ.ഗെയിംസ് ഇനങ്ങൾ - മത്സരങ്ങൾ - താരങ്ങൾ, നേട്ടങ്ങൾദേശീയ ഗെയിംസ്പ്രധാന അവാർഡുകൾ - അവാർഡ് ജേതാക്കൾ - ഓരോ അവാർഡും ഏത് മേഖലയിലെ പ്രകടനത്തിനാണ് നൽകുന്നത് എന്ന അറിവ്.പ്രധാന കായിക ഇനങ്ങൾ - പങ്കെടുക്കുന്ന കളിക്കാരുടെ എണ്ണം.പ്രധാന ട്രോഫികൾ - ബന്ധപ്പെട്ട മത്സരങ്ങൾ/ കായിക ഇനങ്ങൾ.കേരളത്തിലെ പ്രധാന ആഘോഷങ്ങൾ, ആഘോഷങ്ങളുമായി ബന്ധപ്പെട്ട സ്ഥലങ്ങൾ പ്രശസ്തമായ ഉത്സവങ്ങൾ.കേരളത്തിലെ സാംസ്കാരിക കേന്ദ്രങ്ങൾ, ആരാധനാലയങ്ങൾ, സാംസ്കാരിക നായകർ, അവരുടെ സംഭാവനകൾഎഴുത്തുകാർ - തൂലികാനാമങ്ങൾ, അപരനാമങ്ങൾഓരോ പ്രസ്ഥാനത്തിലേയും പ്രധാനകൃതികൾ അവയുടെ കർത്താക്കൾകഥാപാത്രങ്ങൾ - കൃതികൾജ്ഞാനപീഠം നേടിയ മലയാളികൾ - അനുബന്ധ വസ്തുതകൾഅവാർഡിനർഹരായ എഴുത്തുകാർകൃതികൾപ്രശസ്തമായ വരികൾ - കൃതികൾ - എഴുത്തുകാർമലയാള പത്രപ്രവർത്തനത്തിന്റെ ആരംഭം, തുടക്കം കുറിച്ചവർ, ആനുകാലികങ്ങൾമലയാള സിനിമയുടെ ഉത്ഭവം, വളർച്ച, നാഴികക്കല്ലുകൾ, പ്രധാന സംഭാവനനൽകിയവർ, മലയാള സിനിമയും ദേശീയ അവാർഡും.മലയാളത്തിലെ പ്രധാന സാഹിത്യ പ്രസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾ - ആദ്യകൃതികൾ, കർത്താക്കൾകേരളം- സംസ്ഥാന സിവിൽ സർവ്വീസ്, ഭരണഘടനാ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങൾ, വിവിധ കമ്മീഷനുകൾ, സാമൂഹിക സാമ്പത്തിക വാണിജ്യ ആസൂത്രണ അടിസ്ഥാന വിവരങ്ങൾ, ദുരന്ത നിവാരണ അതോറിറ്റി, തണ്ണീർതട സംരക്ഷണം, തൊഴിലും ജോലിയും, ദേശീയ ഗ്രാമീണ തൊഴിൽ പദ്ധതികൾ, ഭൂപരിഷ്കരണങ്ങൾ, സ്ത്രീകൾ, കുട്ടികൾ, മുതിർന്ന പൗരന്മാർ എന്നിവരുടെ സംരക്ഷണം, സാമൂഹ്യക്ഷേമം, സാമൂഹ്യ സുരക്ഷിതത്വംഇന്ത്യ: രാഷ്ട്രീയ ചരിത്രം- ബ്രിട്ടീഷ് ആധിപത്യം- ഒന്നാം സ്വാതന്ത്ര്യസമരം- ഇന്ത്യൻ നാഷണൽ കോൺഗ്രസിന്റെ രൂപീകരണം- സ്വദേശി പ്രസ്ഥാനം- സാമൂഹ്യപരിഷ്കരണ പ്രസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾ- വർത്തമാനപത്രങ്ങൾ- സ്വാതന്ത്ര്യസമരചരിത്രകാലത്തെ സാഹിത്യവും കലയും- സ്വാതന്ത്ര്യ സമരവും മഹാത്മാഗാന്ധിയും- ഇന്ത്യയുടെ സ്വാതന്ത്ര്യാനന്തര കാലഘട്ടം- സംസ്ഥാനങ്ങളുടെ പുന:സംഘടന ശാസ്ത്രവിദ്യാഭ്യാസ സാങ്കേതിക മേഖലയിലെ പുരോഗതി- വിദേശ നയം.കേരളം- യൂറോപ്യൻമാരുടെ വരവ്- –യൂറോപ്യൻമാരുടെ സംഭാവന മാർതാണ്ടവർമ്മ മുതൽ ശ്രീചിത്തിരതിരുനാൾ വരെ തിരുവിതാംകൂറിന്റെ ചരിത്രം- സാമൂഹ്യ, മത, നവോത്ഥാന പ്രസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾ - കേരളത്തിലെ ദേശീയ പ്രസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾ- കേരള ചരിത്രത്തിന്റെ സാഹിത്യ സ്രോതസ്സുകൾ- ഐക്യകേരള പ്രസ്ഥാനം- 1956-ന് ശേഷമുള്ള കേരളത്തിന്റെ സാമൂഹ്യരാഷ്ട്രീയ ചരിത്രം.ലോകം: - ഇംഗ്ലണ്ടിലെ മഹത്തായ വിപ്ലവം(Great Revolution) - അമേരിക്കൻ സ്വാതന്ത്ര്യ സമരം- ഫ്രഞ്ച് വിപ്ലവം- റഷ്യൻ വിപ്ലവം- ചൈനീസ് വിപ്ലവം- രണ്ടാം ലോക മഹായുദ്ധാനന്തര രാഷ്ട്രീയ ചരിത്രം- ഐക്യരാഷ്ട്രസംഘടന, മറ്റ് അന്താരാഷ്ട്ര സംഘടനകൾഅടിസ്ഥാന ആരോഗ്യ വിജാനംകേരളത്തിലെ ആരോഗ്യക്ഷേമ പ്രവർത്തനങ്ങൾജീവകങ്ങളും ധാതുക്കളും അവയുടെ അപര്യാപ്തതാ രോഗങ്ങളുംജീവിതശൈലീ രോഗങ്ങൾപരിസ്ഥിതിയും പരിസ്ഥിതി പ്രശ്നങ്ങളുംമനുഷ്യ ശരീരത്തെക്കുറിച്ചുള്ള പൊതുഅറിവ്സാംക്രമിക രോഗങ്ങളും രോഗകാരികളുംഇന്ത്യ: സാമ്പത്തിക രംഗം, പഞ്ചവത്സര പദ്ധതികൾ, പ്ലാനിംഗ് കമ്മീഷൻ, നീതി ആയോഗ്, നവസാമ്പത്തിക പരിഷ്കാരങ്ങൾ, ധനകാര്യ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങൾ, കാർഷികവിളകൾ, ധാതുക്കൾ, ഹരിതവിപ്ലവം.ഇന്ത്യ: ഭൗമപ്രകൃതി- സംസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾ അവയുടെ സവിശേഷതകൾ- ഉത്തരപർവത മേഖല, നദികൾ, ഉത്തരമഹാസമതലം, ഉപദ്വീപീയ പീഠഭൂമി, തീരദേശം, – കാലാവസ്ഥ സ്വാഭാവിക സസ്യപ്രകൃതി- കൃഷി- ധാതുക്കളും വ്യവസായവും- ഊർജ്ജസ്രോതസ്സുകൾ- റോഡ്- ജല- റെയിൽ-വ്യോമ ഗതാഗതസംവിധാനങ്ങൾകേരളം: ഭൗമപ്രകൃതി- ജില്ലകൾ, സവിശേഷതകൾ- നദികൾ- കാലാവസ്ഥ – സ്വാഭാവിക സസ്യപ്രകൃതി- വന്യജീവി- കൃഷിയും ഗവേഷണ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങളും- ധാതുക്കളും വ്യവസായവും- ഊർജ്ജ സ്രോതസ്സുകൾ- റോഡ്- ജല- റെയിൽ- വ്യോമ ഗതാഗതസംവിധാനങ്ങൾഭൂമിശാസ്ത്രത്തിന്റെ അടിസ്ഥാന തത്വങ്ങൾ- –ഭൂമിയുടെ ഘടന അന്തരീക്ഷം, പാറകൾ, ഭൗമോപരിതലം, അന്തരീക്ഷ മർദ്ദവും കാറ്റും, താപനിലയും ഋതുക്കളും, ആഗോളപ്രശ്നങ്ങൾ- ആഗോളതാപനം- വിവിധതരം മലിനീകരണങ്ങൾ, മാപ്പുകൾ- ടോപോഗ്രഫിക് മാപ്പുകൾ, അടയാളങ്ങൾ, വിദൂരസംവേദനം- ഭൂമിശാസ്ത്രപരമായ വിവരസംവിധാനം, മഹാസമുദ്രങ്ങൾ, സമുദ്രചലനങ്ങൾ, ഭൂഖണ്ഡങ്ങൾ, ലോകരാഷ്ട്രങ്ങളും അവയുടെ സവിശേഷതകളുംഗുരുത്വാകർഷണം - അഭി കേന്ദ്ര ബലം, അപകേന്ദ്രബലം, ഉപഗ്രഹങ്ങൾ – പാലായന പ്രവേഗം, പിണ്ഡവും ഭാരവും - 'g' യുടെ മൂല്യം - ഭൂമിയുടെ വിവിധസ്ഥലങ്ങളിൽ 'g'യുടെ മൂല്യം.ചലനം - ന്യൂട്ടന്റെ ചലന നിയമങ്ങൾ - മൂന്നാം ചലന നിയമം - ആക്കം - പ്രൊജക്ടൈൽ മോഷൻ – മൂന്നാം ചലന നിയമം ഉപയോഗപ്പെടുത്തുന്ന സന്ദർഭങ്ങൾ, ISRO യുടെ ബഹിരാകാശ നേട്ടങ്ങൾ.താപം - താപനില - വിവിധതരം തെർമോമീറ്ററുകൾ, ആർദ്രത -ആപേക്ഷിക ആർദ്രത.പ്രകാശം - ലെൻസ്, ദർപ്പണം - r=2f എന്ന സമവാക്യം ഉപയോഗപ്പെടുത്തിയുള്ള ഗണിതപ്രശ്നങ്ങൾ, പ്രകാശത്തിന്റെ വിവിധ പ്രതിഭാസങ്ങൾ – മഴവില്ല് - വസ്തുക്കളുടെ വിവിധ വർണ്ണങ്ങൾ , ഇലക്ട്രോമാഗ്നറ്റിക് സ്പെക്ട്രം- IR Rays – UV Rays – X-Rays- ഫോട്ടോ ഇലക്ട്രിക് ഇഫക്റ്റ് .പ്രവർത്തി - ഊർജ്ജം - പവർ – ഗണിത പ്രശ്നങ്ങൾ, ഉത്തോലകങ്ങൾ, വിവിധതരം ഉത്തോലകങ്ങൾ.ബലം - വിവിധ തരം ബലങ്ങൾ - ഘർഷണം - ഘർഷണത്തിന്റെ ഉപയോഗങ്ങളും ദോഷങ്ങളും, ദ്രാവക മർദ്ദം - പ്ലവകമ ബലം - ആർക്കിമിഡീസ് തത്വം - പാസ്ക്കൽ നിയമം - സാന്ദ്രത – ആപേക്ഷിക സാന്ദ്രത - അഡ്ഹിഷൻ കൊഹീഷൻ ബലങ്ങൾ – കേശിക ഉയർച്ച – വിസ്കസ് ബലം - പ്രതല ബലം.ഭൗതീക ശാസ്ത്രത്തിന്റെ ശാഖകൾ, ദ്രവ്യം - യൂണിറ്റ്, അളവുകളും തോതും.ശബ്ദം - വിവിധ തരം തരംഗങ്ങൾ – വ്യത്യസ്ത മാധ്യമങ്ങളിൽ പ്രകാശത്തിന്റെ പ്രവേഗം, അനുരണനം, ആവർത്തന പ്രതിപതനം.ആറ്റം - തന്മാത്ര - ദ്രവ്യത്തിന്റെ വിവിധ അവസ്ഥകൾ -രൂപാന്തരത്വം - വാതക നിയമങ്ങൾ – അക്വാറീജിയ.മൂലകങ്ങൾ – ആവർത്തനപ്പട്ടിക - ലോഹങ്ങളും അലോഹങ്ങളും - രാസ - ഭൗതിക മാറ്റങ്ങൾ - രാസപ്രവർത്തനങ്ങൾ – ലായനികൾ, മിശ്രിതങ്ങൾ, സംയുക്തങ്ങൾ.ലോഹങ്ങൾ - അലോഹങ്ങൾ – ലോഹസങ്കരങ്ങൾ, ആസിഡും ആൽക്കലിയും - pH മൂല്യം - ആൽക്കലോയിഡുകൾ.
പാേദശികഭാഷകള
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AntonymsCorrect SentenceEquivalent WordFeminine Gender, Masculine GenderIdioms and ProverbsJoin the WordNumberOne Word / Single Word / One Word SubstitutionSort and WriteSynonymsTranslationWord Purity / Correct WordAdding PhrasesAntonyms / OppositeCorrect Structure of SentenceCorrect WordEqual WordGender Classification – Feminine, MasculineJoin the WordPhrases and ProverbsSeparateSingle WordSingular, PluralSynonymsTranslationഒറ്റപ്പദംഘടക പദം (വാക്യം ചേർത്തുക)ചേർത്തുകപദശുദ്ധിപരിഭാഷപര്യായംപിരിച്ചെഴുതൽവചനംവാക്യശുദ്ധിവിപരീത പദംശൈലികൾ പഴഞ്ചൊല്ലുകൾസമാനപദംസ്ത്രീലിംഗം പുല്ലിംഗം
ലഘുഗണിതവും, മാനസിക ശേഷിയും നിരീക്ഷണപാടവ പരിശോധനയും
Sec 5
ഒറ്റയാനെ കണ്ടെത്തുക (Odd man out)കലണ്ടറും തീയതിയും (Date and Calendar)കുടുംബ ബന്ധങ്ങൾ (Family Relations)കോഡിംഗും ഡീകോഡിംഗും (Coding and De Coding)ക്ലറിക്കൽ ശേഷി പരിശോധിക്കുന്നതിനുള്ള ചോദ്യങ്ങൾ (Clerical Ability)ക്ലോക്കിലെ സമയവും കോണളവും (Time and Angles)ക്ലോക്കിലെ സമയവും പ്രതിബിംബവും (Time in a clock and its reflection)ഗണിത ചിഹ്നങ്ങൾ ഉപയോഗിച്ചുള്ള പ്രശ്നങ്ങൾ (Problems on Mathematics Signs)ദിശാബോധം ( Sense of Direction)ശ്രേണികൾ സംഖ്യാ ശ്രേണികൾ, അക്ഷര ശ്രേണികൾ (Series)സംഖ്യാവലോകന പ്രശ്നങ്ങൾസമാന ബന്ധങ്ങൾ (Analogy- Word Analogy, Alphabet Analogy, Number Analogy)സ്ഥാന നിർണ്ണയ പരിശോധനഅംശബന്ധവും അനുപാതവും (Ratio and Proportion)കൃത്യങ്കങ്ങൾ (Laws of Exponents)ജ്യാമിതീയ രൂപങ്ങളുടെ ചുറ്റളവ്, വിസ്തീർണ്ണം, വ്യാപ്തം തുടങ്ങിയവ (Mensuration)പ്രോഗ്രഷനുകൾ (Progressions)ഭിന്നസംഖ്യകളും ദശാംശ സംഖ്യകളും (Fraction and Decimal Numbers)ലാഭവും നഷ്ടവും (Profit and Loss)ശതമാനം (Percentage)ശരാശരി (Average)സംഖ്യകളും അടിസ്ഥാന ക്രിയകളും (Numbers and Basic Operations)സമയവും ദൂരവും (Time and Distance)സമയവും പ്രവൃതിയും (Time and Work)സാധാരണ പലിശയും കൂട്ടുപലിശയും (Simple and Compound Interest)
Technical
100 Marks
JUNIOR RECEPTIONIST ||| RECEPTIONIST CUM TELEPHONE OPERATOR
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for Junior Receptionist in Kerala Minerals and Metals Limited and Receptionist Cum Telephone Operator in Kerala State Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
75m
5s
#kerala-psc#receptionist#telephone-operator#degree-level#telecom
Syllabus Explorer
General Knowledge
Sec 1
Important Audio Visual Art Forms of Kerala- Famous Places, Institutions, Personalities, Artistes and Writers related to origin, development, extension, and practice of these Art Forms.Kerala - Important Celebrations -Places associated with such Celebrations, Important Festivals.Kerala – Cultural Centres, Worship Places, Cultural Leaders and their Contributions.Beginning of Journalism in Kerala – Pioneers, Journals and Publications.Famous Awards/ Honours – Writers and their works.Famous Quotes – Books and Authors.Famous Works and Characters.Main works of Literature related to each movement and their authors.Malayalam - Important Literary Movements – Icons and their first works.Malayalam Cinema - Origin, Development, Milestones, Pioneers, National Awards.Malayalam Writers who won the Jnanpith Award and related facts.Writers – Pen name and Nick name.Asian Games, Afro-Asian Games, CommonWealth Games, SAF Games – Venues, Countries, Performance of India, other facts.Famous Sports personalities of Kerala, India and World – their Sports Events, achievements and awards.Famous Trophies – Related Events and Sports Items.Games - Events, Players, Achievements.Important Awards – Corresponding Fields , WinnersImportant Terms associated with various Sports and Games.National Games.National Sports / Games , Events of various CountriesNumber of Players in Important Sports Items.Olympics - Basic Facts, Venues / Countries, Famous Performances and Personalities- India in Olympics-Winter Olympics & Para Olympics.Atom – Molecule - States of Matter – Allotropy - Gas laws - Aqua regia.Elements - Periodic Table-Metals &Non metals-Chemical Physical changes- Chemical reactions-Solutions, Mixtures, Compounds.Metals-Non metals – Alloys – Acids, Bases - pH value - Alkaloids.India : Economy, Five Year Plans, New Economic Reforms, Planning Commission and Niti Aayog, Financial Institutions, Agriculture – Major Crops, Green Revolution, Minerals. Direct and indirect taxes in India, GST in India- rationale and structure of GST, benefits of GST.Basics of Geography – Earth Structure – Atmosphere, Rocks, Landforms, Pressure Belt and Winds, Temperature and Seasons, Global Issues- Global Warming- Various forms of Pollution, Maps- Topographic Maps and Signs, Remote Sensing – Geographic Information System, Oceans and its various movements – Continents, – Nations and their specific features.INDIA – Physiography- States and its features, Northern Mountain Region, Rivers, Northern Great Plain, Peninsular Plateau, Coastal Plain, Climate – Natural Vegetation - Agriculture – Minerals and Industries- Energy Sources, Transport system – Road- Water- Railways- Air.Kerala – Physiography- Districts and its features - Rivers- Climate – Natural Vegetation - Wild life - Agriculture and research centers – Minerals and Industries - Energy Sources - Transport system – Road - Water- Railway- AirINDIA – Political History- Establishment of the British- First War of Independence – Formation of INC- Swadeshi Movement- Social Reform movement- Newspapers - Literature and Arts during the freedom struggle – Independence Movement & Mahathma Gandhi - India’s independent – Post independent period - State reorganization – Development in Science, Education, and Technology – Foreign policy.KERALA - Arrival of Europeans-Contributions of Europeans- History of Travancore from Marthanda Varma to Sree Chithirathirunnal- Social and Religious Reform movement- National movement in Kerala- Literary Sources of Kerala History- United Kerala Movement- Political and Social History of Kerala after 1956.WORLD – Great Revolution in England- American War of Independence – French Revolution- Russian Revolution – Chinese Revolution- Political History after Second World War- UNO and other International OrganizationsConstituent Assembly-Preamble-Citizenship- Fundamental Rights, Writs -Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari and Quo warranto. Directive Principles of State Policy- Fundamental Duties- Structure of Governments- Union Executive, Parliament and Judiciary- State Executive, Legislature and Judiciary- Local Self Government Institutions (LSGIs)- Important Constitutional Amendments (42, 44, 52, 73, 74, 86, 91, 97, 101, 102, 103, 104)- Constitutional Authorities and their functions - Comptroller and Auditor General, Attorney General, Advocate General, Election Commission of India, State Election Commission, Union Public Service Commission, State Public Service Commission- Finance Commission- State Finance Commission- GST Council- Distribution of legislative powers- Union List- State List- Concurrent List- Services under the Union and the States- Tribunals-National Commission for Scheduled Castes- National Commission for Scheduled Tribes- National Commission for Backward Classes- Official Language-Regional Languages-Language of the Supreme Court, High Courts, etc-Special directives relating to languagesKerala State Civil Service- Quasi-judicial bodies, various Commissions, Basic facts of socio-economic development- Planning Board-Commercial Planning and Policies- Disaster Management- Watershed Management- Employment and Labour-National Rural Employment Programmes- Land Reforms- Social Welfare and Security- Protection of Women, Children and Senior Citizens- Population, Literacy, E-governance, Delegated Legislation and its controls- Legislative and Judicial controls- Constitutional law remedies against Administrative Arbitrariness- Administrative Discretion and its Controls- Administrative Adjudication-Principles of Natural Justice.Basic facts of Human BodyBasic Health FactsCommunicable Diseases and Causative Organisms, Preventive and Remedial MeasuresEnvironment and Environmental HazardsKerala – Welfare activities in Health SectorLifestyle Diseases.Vitamins and Minerals and their Deficiency DiseasesBranches of Physics –Matter - Units, Measurements - Physical Quantities.Force - Different types of Forces – Friction - Advantages and disadvantages of Friction - Liquid Pressure - Buoyant Force – Archimedes Principle - Pascal’s law – Density - Relative density- Adhesive Cohesive forces- Capillarity - Viscous force - Surface tension.Gravitation - Centripetal Force - Centrifugal Force - Escape Velocity, Satellites - Escape Velocity - Weight Mass - value of ‘g’- 'g' in different places.Heat - Temperature - Different types of thermometers – Humidity - Relative Humidity.Light- Lens, Mirrors - Problems based on r = 2f - Different phenomena of Light - Rainbow - Colours of different materials - Electromagnetic Spectrum – IR rays- UV rays - X rays - Photoelectric Effect.Motion - Newton’s Laws of Motion - Third law – Momentum - Projectile Motion - Uses of Third Law - Achievements in space missions in India- ISRO.Sound - Different types of Waves - Velocity of Sound in different media - Resonance – Reverberation.Work - Energy - Power - Simple problems relating to Work, Energy, Power, Levers - Different types of Levers.
GENERAL ENGLISH
Sec 2
Active and Passive voiceAgreement of Subject and Verb.Articles - The De finite and the Indefinite Articles.Correction of SentencesDifferent Parts of Speech.Direct and Indirect SpeechInfinitive and GerundsPrepositionsTag QuestionsTensesTenses in Conditional SentencesThe Use of CorrelativesTypes of Sentences and Interchange of Sentences.Uses of Primary and Modal A u x i l i a r y VerbsAntonymsCompound wordsForeign Words and PhrasesIdioms and the ir MeaningsOne Word SubstitutesPhrasal VerbsSingular & Plural, Change of Gender, Colle ctive NounsSpelling TestSynonymsWord formation from other words and use of prefix or suffixWords often confused
REGIONAL LANGUAGE
Sec 3
AntonymsCorrect SentenceEquivalent WordFeminine Gender, Masculine GenderIdioms and ProverbsJoin the WordNumberOne Word / Single Word / One Word SubstitutionSort and WriteSynonymsTranslationWord Purity / Correct Wordഒറ്റപദംഘടക് പദം (വാക്യം േചേര്ത്തൊല്ത്തെഴുതുക്)പദശുദ്ധിപരയായംപരിഭാഷപിരിൊല്ച്ചെഴുതല്വചേനംവാക്യശുദ്ധിവിപരീത പദംസമാനപദംസ്ത്രീലിംഗം പുല്ലിംഗംേചേര്ത്തൊല്ത്തെഴുതുക്ൈശൈലിക്ള് പഴഞ്ചൊല്ഞ്ചാല്ലുക്ള്Adding PhrasesAntonyms / OppositeCorrect Structure of SentenceCorrect WordEqual WordGender Classification – Feminine, MasculineJoin the WordPhrases and ProverbsSeparateSingle WordSingular, PluralSynonymsTranslation
Simple Arithmetic, Mental Ability and Reasoning
Sec 4
Analogy- Word Analogy, Alphabet Analogy, Number AnalogyClerical AbilityCoding and DecodingDate and CalendarFamily RelationsNumerical AbilityOdd man outProblems on Mathematical SignsSense of DirectionSeriesTime and AnglesTime in a clock and its reflectionVerifying Positions.AverageFraction and Decimal NumbersLaws of ExponentsMensurationNumbers and Basic OperationsPercentageProfit and LossProgressionsRatio and ProportionSimple and Compound InterestTime and DistanceTime and Work
Special Topic
Sec 5
PBX Technology Basics: Telephone System fundamentals, ISDN, Types of ISDN, BRI and PRI, Private Branch Exchange (PBX) system overview, PBX Vs PABX Technology, PABX system components, Uses and applications, EPABX, PBX Types, VoIP PBX, Cloud based or Hosted PBX, Hybrid PBX systems.EPABX installation and services offered: Checklist to buy an EPABX system, steps to install, Standard set of features: Automated attendant, call holding, call forwarding, conference calling, call parking, call camp on, barge in, voice mail and voice mailboxes, Direct Inward Dialing (DID), follow-me, Do Not Disturb (DND),benefits of EPABX system.
Technical
100 Marks
DATA ENTRY OPERATOR
This examination is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) for the post of Data Entry Operator in the Scheduled Tribe Development Department.
120m
5s
#kerala-psc#data-entry#computer-application#degree-level#office-automation
Syllabus Explorer
General Knowledge
Sec 1
Important Audio Visual Art Forms of Kerala- Famous Places, Institutions, Personalities, Artistes and Writers related to origin, development, extension, and practice of these Art Forms.Kerala - Important Celebrations -Places associated with such Celebrations, Important Festivals.Kerala – Cultural Centres, Worship Places, Cultural Leaders and their Contributions.Beginning of Journalism in Kerala – Pioneers, Journals and Publications.Famous Awards/ Honours – Writers and their works.Famous Quotes – Books and Authors.Famous Works and Characters.Main works of Literature related to each movement and their authors.Malayalam - Important Literary Movements – Icons and their first works.Malayalam Cinema - Origin, Development, Milestones, Pioneers, National Awards.Malayalam Writers who won the Jnanpith Award and related facts.Writers – Pen name and Nick name.Asian Games, Afro-Asian Games, CommonWealth Games, SAF Games – Venues, Countries, Performance of India, other facts.Famous Sports personalities of Kerala, India and World – their Sports Events, achievements and awards.Famous Trophies – Related Events and Sports Items.Games - Events, Players, Achievements.Important Awards – Corresponding Fields , WinnersImportant Terms associated with various Sports and Games.National Games.National Sports / Games , Events of various CountriesNumber of Players in Important Sports Items.Olympics - Basic Facts, Venues / Countries, Famous Performances and Personalities- India in Olympics-Winter Olympics & Para Olympics.Atom – Molecule - States of Matter – Allotropy - Gas laws - Aqua regia.Elements - Periodic Table-Metals &Non metals-Chemical Physical changes- Chemical reactions-Solutions, Mixtures, Compounds.Metals-Non metals – Alloys – Acids, Bases - pH value - Alkaloids.India : Economy, Five Year Plans, New Economic Reforms, Planning Commission and Niti Aayog, Financial Institutions, Agriculture – Major Crops, Green Revolution, Minerals. Direct and indirect taxes in India, GST in India- rationale and structure of GST, benefits of GST.Basics of Geography – Earth Structure – Atmosphere, Rocks, Landforms, Pressure Belt and Winds, Temperature and Seasons, Global Issues- Global Warming- Various forms of Pollution, Maps- Topographic Maps and Signs, Remote Sensing – Geographic Information System, Oceans and its various movements – Continents, – Nations and their specific features.INDIA – Physiography- States and its features, Northern Mountain Region, Rivers, Northern Great Plain, Peninsular Plateau, Coastal Plain, Climate – Natural Vegetation - Agriculture – Minerals and Industries- Energy Sources, Transport system – Road- Water- Railways- Air.Kerala – Physiography- Districts and its features - Rivers- Climate – Natural Vegetation - Wild life - Agriculture and research centers – Minerals and Industries - Energy Sources - Transport system – Road - Water- Railway- AirINDIA – Political History- Establishment of the British- First War of Independence – Formation of INC- Swadeshi Movement- Social Reform movement- Newspapers - Literature and Arts during the freedom struggle – Independence Movement & Mahathma Gandhi - India’s independent – Post independent period - State reorganization – Development in Science, Education, and Technology – Foreign policy.KERALA - Arrival of Europeans-Contributions of Europeans- History of Travancore from Marthanda Varma to Sree Chithirathirunnal- Social and Religious Reform movement- National movement in Kerala- Literary Sources of Kerala History- United Kerala Movement- Political and Social History of Kerala after 1956.WORLD – Great Revolution in England- American War of Independence – French Revolution- Russian Revolution – Chinese Revolution- Political History after Second World War- UNO and other International OrganizationsConstituent Assembly-Preamble-Citizenship- Fundamental Rights, Writs -Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari and Quo warranto. Directive Principles of State Policy- Fundamental Duties- Structure of Governments- Union Executive, Parliament and Judiciary- State Executive, Legislature and Judiciary- Local Self Government Institutions (LSGIs)- Important Constitutional Amendments (42, 44, 52, 73, 74, 86, 91, 97, 101, 102, 103, 104)- Constitutional Authorities and their functions - Comptroller and Auditor General, Attorney General, Advocate General, Election Commission of India, State Election Commission, Union Public Service Commission, State Public Service Commission- Finance Commission- State Finance Commission- GST Council- Distribution of legislative powers- Union List- State List- Concurrent List- Services under the Union and the States- Tribunals-National Commission for Scheduled Castes- National Commission for Scheduled Tribes- National Commission for Backward Classes- Official Language-Regional Languages-Language of the Supreme Court, High Courts, etc-Special directives relating to languagesKerala State Civil Service- Quasi-judicial bodies, various Commissions, Basic facts of socio-economic development- Planning Board-Commercial Planning and Policies- Disaster Management- Watershed Management- Employment and Labour-National Rural Employment Programmes- Land Reforms- Social Welfare and Security- Protection of Women, Children and Senior Citizens- Population, Literacy, E-governance, Delegated Legislation and its controls- Legislative and Judicial controls- Constitutional law remedies against Administrative Arbitrariness- Administrative Discretion and its Controls- Administrative Adjudication-Principles of Natural Justice.Basic facts of Human BodyBasic Health FactsCommunicable Diseases and Causative Organisms, Preventive and Remedial MeasuresEnvironment and Environmental HazardsKerala – Welfare activities in Health SectorLifestyle Diseases.Vitamins and Minerals and their Deficiency DiseasesBranches of Physics –Matter - Units, Measurements - Physical Quantities.Force - Different types of Forces – Friction - Advantages and disadvantages of Friction - Liquid Pressure - Buoyant Force – Archimedes Principle - Pascal’s law – Density - Relative density- Adhesive Cohesive forces- Capillarity - Viscous force - Surface tension.Gravitation - Centripetal Force - Centrifugal Force - Escape Velocity, Satellites - Escape Velocity - Weight Mass - value of ‘g’- 'g' in different places.Heat - Temperature - Different types of thermometers – Humidity - Relative Humidity.Light- Lens, Mirrors - Problems based on r = 2f - Different phenomena of Light - Rainbow - Colours of different materials - Electromagnetic Spectrum – IR rays- UV rays - X rays - Photoelectric Effect.Motion - Newton’s Laws of Motion - Third law – Momentum - Projectile Motion - Uses of Third Law - Achievements in space missions in India- ISRO.Sound - Different types of Waves - Velocity of Sound in different media - Resonance – Reverberation.Work - Energy - Power - Simple problems relating to Work, Energy, Power, Levers - Different types of Levers.
GENERAL ENGLISH
Sec 2
Active and Passive voiceAgreement of Subject and Verb.Articles - The De finite and the Indefinite Articles.Correction of SentencesDifferent Parts of Speech.Direct and Indirect SpeechInfinitive and GerundsPrepositionsTag QuestionsTensesTenses in Conditional SentencesThe Use of CorrelativesTypes of Sentences and Interchange of Sentences.Uses of Primary and Modal A u x i l i a r y VerbsAntonymsCompound wordsForeign Words and PhrasesIdioms and the ir MeaningsOne Word SubstitutesPhrasal VerbsSingular & Plural, Change of Gender, Colle ctive NounsSpelling TestSynonymsWord formation from other words and use of prefix or suffixWords often confused
REGIONAL LANGUAGE
Sec 3
AntonymsCorrect SentenceEquivalent WordFeminine Gender, Masculine GenderIdioms and ProverbsJoin the WordNumberOne Word / Single Word / One Word SubstitutionSort and WriteSynonymsTranslationWord Purity / Correct Wordഒറ്റപദംഘടക് പദം (വാക്യം േചേര്ത്തൊല്ത്തെഴുതുക്)പദശുദ്ധിപരയായംപരിഭാഷപിരിൊല്ച്ചെഴുതല്വചേനംവാക്യശുദ്ധിവിപരീത പദംസമാനപദംസ്ത്രീലിംഗം പുല്ലിംഗംേചേര്ത്തൊല്ത്തെഴുതുക്ൈശൈലിക്ള് പഴഞ്ചൊല്ഞ്ചാല്ലുക്ള്Adding PhrasesAntonyms / OppositeCorrect Structure of SentenceCorrect WordEqual WordGender Classification – Feminine, MasculineJoin the WordPhrases and ProverbsSeparateSingle WordSingular, PluralSynonymsTranslation
Simple Arithmetic, Mental Ability and Reasoning
Sec 4
Analogy- Word Analogy, Alphabet Analogy, Number AnalogyClerical AbilityCoding and DecodingDate and CalendarFamily RelationsNumerical AbilityOdd man outProblems on Mathematical SignsSense of DirectionSeriesTime and AnglesTime in a clock and its reflectionVerifying Positions.AverageFraction and Decimal NumbersLaws of ExponentsMensurationNumbers and Basic OperationsPercentageProfit and LossProgressionsRatio and ProportionSimple and Compound InterestTime and DistanceTime and Work
Special Topic
Sec 5
Hardware components- Hardware-Definition, Components - Control unit, ALU,I/O devices, Memory, Motherboard-functions of each. Types of PCs – Desktop, Laptop, Note book, PDA, Special Purpose computers, Super computers – Characteristics and area of use. Memory – Comparison- Primary vs Secondary memory. RAM and ROM variations, Various Magnetic and Optical Storage Devices –examples. Input Devices – Keyboard, Mouse, trackball, joystick, scanners, Digital camera, OCR, OMR, MICR, Light pen, bar code readers, QR code, Voice recognition and touch screen-Characteristics. Output Devices - Monitors, Printers, Plotter, Sound cards and speakers- Characteristics.Software Concepts - Types of software-system software and application software. System software-definition and examples. Functions of OS, Application software – definition and examples. Number systems – decimal, octal, hexadecimal and binary –Representation concepts only. Computer coding systems- EBCDIC, ASCII and Unicode-definitions.Introduction to Word Processing, Introduction to MS Word: features, Creating, Saving and Opening documents in Word, Interface, Toolbars, Ruler, Different Menus, Keyboard Shortcut. Editing a Document. Opening Multi document windows, Editing Text – Selecting, Inserting, deleting, moving text, Previewing documents, Printing documents. Formatting Documents: Paragraph formats, Aligning Text and Paragraph, Borders and Shading, Headers and Footers, Multiple Columns.Purpose of PowerPoint. Working with different views and menus of power point. Working with slides – Make new slide, move, copy, delete, duplicate, designing and lay outing of slide. Editing and formatting text, Printing presentation – Print slides, notes, handouts and outlines. Inserting Objects – Drawing and inserting objects using Clip Art's pictures and charts. Adding graphics, multimedia and special effects. Custom Animation – slide transition effects and other animation effects.Worksheet basics- Creating worksheet, Definition of cell, columns and rows.. Saving & protecting worksheet. Opening and moving around in an existing worksheet. Toolbars and Menus-Functions, keyboard shortcuts. Cell formatting, changing alignment, character styles, column width, date format, borders & colors. Working with formulas & cell referencing. Functions .Previewing & Printing worksheet – Page setting, Print titles, Adjusting margins, Page break, headers and footers.C++ Basics - Preprocessors, comments, Data types, Operators, Expressions, Identifiers, Key words, Symbolic constants, Variable declaration and dynamic initialization, C++ statements, Control structures, Arrays and string handling, Specifying a Class, Defining Member Functions, its scopePrinciples of Object-oriented Programming: Object-Oriented Programming Paradigm, Basic Concepts of Object Oriented Programming, Benefits of OOPs, Object-Oriented Languages, Essentials of OOP(Objects, Class, ,Encapsulation, Data Abstraction, Inheritance, Reusability, Polymorphism, Delegation, Message Communication), Structure of C++ Program, Creating the Source File, Compiling and Linking.Introduction to .NET- .NET Framework features & architecture, CLR, Common Type System, MSIL, Assemblies and class libraries. Introduction to Visual studio, Project basics, types of project in . Net, IDE of VB.NET-Menu bar, Toolbar, Solution Explorer, Toolbox, Properties Window, Form Designer, Output Window, Object Browser. Visual development & event driven Programming -Methods and events.The VB.NET Language- Variables -Declaring variables, Data Type of variables, Forcing variables declarations, Scope & lifetime of a variable, Constants, Arrays, types of array, control array, Collections, Subroutines, Functions, Passing variable, Number of Argument, Optional Argument, Returning value from function. Control flow statements: conditional statement, loop statement. GUI programming with Windows Forms, Msgbox & Inputbox, TextBox, Label, Button, Listbox, Combobox, Checkbox,Radio button etcDifferent DDL, DML, DCL commands, Creating, deleting, updating and manipulating tables using SQL commands, Applying constraints on tables, filtering using WHERE, LIKE etc. Joining tables, grouping data using Group By. Data aggregation functionsNeed of database, Flat database, Database Management Systems, Characteristics of DBMS, Relational Database, Entity and Referential Integrity, Primary key, Foreign key, Database elements-Tables, records, Query, Form, Report, Client-server paradigmHTML - Concepts Of Hypertext, Versions of HTML, Elements of HTML, Syntax, Head & Body Sections, Building HTML Documents. Inserting Texts, Images, Hyperlinks, Backgrounds And Color Controls, Different HTML Tags, Table Layout and Presentation, Use of Font Size & Attributes, List Types and Its Tags, Use of Frames and Forms in Web Pages.JavaScript Overview, syntax & conventions. Variables, Expressions, Branching & Looping statements, Functions, Arrays Objects, Events & Document Object Model - onClick, onMouseOver, on Submit, on Focus, on Change, onBlur. onLoad, onUnload. Alerts, Prompts & Confirms.Word Wide Web (www) - History, Working, Web Browsers- functions, Concept of Search Engines, Searching the Web, HTTP, URLs, Web Servers, Web Protocols. HTML, Design tools, HTML editors , Image editors.
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Executive Engineer
The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) conducts examinations to recruit qualified candidates for the Assistant Executive Engineer post in various departments and Apex Societies of Co-operative Sector in Kerala.
90m
13s
#kerala-psc#engineering#civil-engineering#mechanical-engineering#degree-level
Syllabus Explorer
Environmental Engineering
Sec 1
Air pollution- sources, effects on human, Control of air pollutants, Air quality legislationsDesign of sedimentation tank, flocculator, clariflocculator, filters, Membrane treatment techniquesDesign of sewers, Circular sewers, Partial flow and full flow conditionsDesign of various treatment units-Screening, Grit chamber, Sedimentation tank, Activated Sludge process, Trickling filter, Rotating biological contactor, Septic tanks, Imhoff tanks, Oxidation ditches, Oxidation ponds, Upflow anaerobic sludge blanket reactors, Sludge digestion, Sludge drying bedDisinfection methodsDisposal of wastewaterDistribution of water, Pumps, Hardy Cross method of analysisOxygen sag curvePopulation forecastingQuality of waterQuantity estimationSewer appurtenancesStreeter Phelps equationTreatment methods, Aerobic and anaerobic methodsWaste water- Sources, Characteristics, Oxygen demandWater sources and demandWater treatment- Physical methods, Chemical methods
Transportation Engineering and Urban Planning
Sec 2
Airport characteristics- Aircraft component partsAlignment, Ventilation and drainage of tunnelsBasic diagrams of traffic flow theoryCBR method of flexible pavement designClassification and alignment of highwaysComponents of planningConstruction and maintenance of pavementsDesign of runways, taxiways and apronsDevelopment of new townsGeometric design of highwaysGoals and objectives of planningHighway capacityInfluencing factors and preventive measures for traffic accidentsProperties and testing of pavement materialsRailways- geometric design of tracks, railway operation control, MaintenanceRegional planningSite selectionStudy of Urban FormsTerminal area planning- Airport marking and lightingTheories of urbanizationTown Development PlanTown planning actsTraffic characteristics- Traffic studies and analysisTraffic control devicesTraffic regulation rulesTraffic safetyTypes of harbours and docksZoning
Design of Structures
Sec 3
Analysis of prestressed beams (rectangular and I-sections) at stages of transfer and serviceAnalysis of reinforced rectangular beamsBeamsBond and development lengthCantilever slabCircular slabs simply supported, fixed and partially fixed subjected to udlColumns subjected to compression, Uniaxial bending and biaxial bendingColumns-effective length-design of axially loaded short columns with rectangular ties and helical reinforcementComposite beams (concepts only)Compression membersConcept of prestressing, materials and methods of prestressingContinuous slab (detailing only)CrackingCurtailment of reinforcementDeflectionDesign for torsionDesign of cantilever retaining wall without surchargeDesign of one way slabDesign of shear reinforcementDesign of slender columnsDesign of wall/strip footing- design of footingsDesign of water tanksDesign philosophy and requirements, joints, IS code recommendationsDesign principles of counter fort retaining wallLimit state method of designLimit state of serviceabilityLosses of prestressPre-stressed concretePrestressing systemsPurlinsRoof trussesShear strength of RC beamStair cases -design & detailingSteel and steel structures – Bolted and welded connectionsTension membersTimber structures- columnsTwo way slabs
Surveying and Levelling, Quantity Surveying and Valuation
Sec 4
Analysis of rates - Data book and schedule of ratesAnalysis of rates for various items of workArea and Volume ComputationBasics of Surveying, Levelling and ContouringDepreciationDetailed estimate including quantities, abstract and preparation of various items of worksDetailed specificationElectronic Distance MeasurementFixation of rentGeographical Information SystemGlobal Positioning SystemsMass DiagramPreparation of bar bending schedules for various RCC worksRemote SensingTheodolite SurveyTheory of ErrorsTotal Station SurveyTriangulationTypes of EstimateValuation- Methods of valuation
Mechanics of Solids and Structural Analysis
Sec 5
ArchesBending moment and shear forceClapeyrons Theorem (Three Moment Equation)Concept of stress and strainDeflection of beamsDisplacement response of statically determinate structural systems using energy methodsKani’s method of analysisMoment Distribution MethodMoving loads and influence linesPrinciple of virtual workSlope Deflection MethodStatically indeterminate structuresStrain Energy methodsStresses in beamsTheory of columnsTruss analysis
MODULE – III (MECHANICS AND DYNAMICS OF MACHINERY)
Sec 6
BacklashCentre distance modificationContact ratioCoulomb dampingCritical dampingEnergy MethodFree vibrations of single degree freedom systemsGear standardizationGears, terminology of spur gearsHarmonically excited vibrationsInterchangabilityInterferenceIntroduction to vibrationsInvolute spur gears involutometryLaw of GearingLogarithmic decrementModes of gear tooth failuresResponse of an undamped and damped systemTheory and details of bevel, helical and worm gearingTransmissibilityUndamped and damped free vibrationsViscous damping
Geotechnical Engineering
Sec 7
Bearing capacity of soilClassification and three phase system of soilConsolidation (Terzaggy’s theory of one-dimensional consolidation only) and CompactionDesign of shallow, deep and machine foundationsEstimation of magnitude of settlementGround improvement techniquesLateral earth pressure-Rankine’s and Coulomb’ theoriesMajor soil deposits of IndiaPermeability of soilsPrinciple of effective stressShear characteristics of soilSite investigationStability of finite slopes-Swedish Circle Method and Friction circle methodStandard Penetration Test and Plate load testStresses in subsoil due to loaded areas of various shapes, Boussinesq’s formula, Newmark’s chart
MODULE – II (MECHANICS OF SOLIDS)
Sec 8
Biaxial and triaxial deformationsBulk modulusConcepts of orthotropy, anisotropy and inelastic behaviorDefinition of stress and strain at a point (introduction to stress and strain tensors and its components only)Hooke’s law for linearly elastic isotropic material under axial and shear deformationMaterial behaviorPoisson’s ratioRelations between elastic constantsStress-strain diagramsUniaxial tension test
Fluid Mechanics and Water Resources Engineering
Sec 9
Boundary layerBuoyancy and floatationCentrifugal PumpsComputation of crop water requirementDimensional analysis and model testingDrag and Lift on immersed bodiesDynamics of fluid flowEstimation of yield of an open wellFlow through orifice and notchesFlow through pipesFluid KinematicsFluid Statics- Fluid pressureFrequency of irrigationGradually varied flowGroundwater - Aquifer types and properties - Steady radial flow into a wellHydraulic JumpHydraulic machines- flow through vanes (moving and stationary) Impulse and reaction TurbinesHydrographHydrologic cycleIrrigation types and methods-Soil water plant relationshipsMeandering of rivers, river training worksOpen channel flowPrecipitation, Infiltration and Evaporation-measurement and data analysisRunoff-components and computationStream flow measurement -Stage-discharge curveSurface water systems: diversion and storage systems, reservoir - estimation of storage c/pacity and yield of reservoirs - reservoir sedimentation -useful life of reservoirUniform flowUnit Hydrograph and S-Hydrograph
Building materials, Construction Technology, Construction Management
Sec 10
Building construction- Foundations, Cost-effective construction, Masonry, Lintels and archesBuilding failures and Retrofitting, failures in RCC and Steel structuresConcrete–Admixtures, Making of concrete, Properties of concrete, Mix proportioningConstruction disputes and settlementConstruction Materials – Timber, Mortar, Iron and Steel, Structural steel, Modern materialsConstruction Planning and SchedulingConstruction proceduresConstruction safetyEthics in ConstructionFloors and flooring, Roofs and roof coverings, Doors, windows and ventilators, Finishing worksPrinciples of materials managementQuality management practicesTall Buildings – Steel and Concrete frame, Prefabricated construction, Slip form constructionVertical transportation – Stairs, Elevators, Escalators and Ramps
MODULE – V (INDUSTRIAL AND PRODUCTION ENGINEERING)
Sec 11
Centrifugal CastingCeramic Mold CastingCores, Types and applicationsDefects in CastingsDesign Considerations based on Various ShapesDie CastingDiscipline without punishmentDisciplining an employeeEmployee privacyEthical behaviour at work, individual factors, organizational factors, the boss’s influence, ethics policies and codes, the organization’s culture, role of HR in fostering ethics and fair treatmentEthics and the lawEthics fair treatment and justiceFormal disciplinary appeals processInvestment CastingManagement of Human Relations in Organisations: Ethics and fair treatment at workPattern MaterialsPressure CastingRisering Shell Mold CastingSand Casting: Sand MoldsSand Molding Machines Gating SystemSimple problems in castingSlush CastingTypes of Molding Sands and Testing Type of patternsVacuum Casting
MODULE – I (ENGINEERING MECHANICS)
Sec 12
Conditions of equilibrium in two dimensionsCoplanar force systemsEquilibrium of rigid bodyFree body diagramMoment of a forcePrinciple of momentsPrinciple of transmissibility of forcesResultant of force and couple systemRigid bodyStatics: Fundamental concepts and laws of mechanicsTwo force and three force members
MODULE – IV (FLUID MECHANICS AND HEAT TRANSFER)
Sec 13
Conduction through plane walls, cylinders and spheresCritical radius of insulationFactors affecting thermal conductivityHeat transfer through corners and edgesIdeal and real fluidsIntroduction: Fluids and continuumModes of Heat Transfer, Conduction, Fourier law of heat conductionMost general heat conduction equation in Cartesian, cylindrical and spherical coordinatesNewtonian and non-Newtonian fluidsOne dimensional steady state conduction with and without heat generationPhysical properties of fluids, density,specific weight, vapour Pressure, Newton’s law of viscosityThermal conductivity of solids, liquids and gasesVariable thermal conductivity conduction shape factor
Technical
100 Marks
Legal Assistant Grade II
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Legal Assistant Grade II. This position involves assisting legal officers, drafting and vetting legal documents, handling litigation matters, and providing legal opinions in Government Departments, Universities, or Boards.
90m
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Syllabus Explorer
LAW RELATING TO LAND AND ENVIRONMENT
Sec 1
Acts and Rules relating to land acquisition for public purpose- land reforms- land ceiling- land assignment- revenue recovery- paddy fields- wetland- land conservancy- land development- building lease and rent control- sand mining- environmental protection- control of air pollution, noise and water pollution- wild life protection- protection of rights of forest dwellers- public liability insurance- Green Tribunal- biological diversity- protection of forests- statutory authorities for the protection of environment, their composition, powers and functions- Constitutional provisions for environmental protection- contributions of judiciary to environmental jurisprudence-polluter pay- precautionary principle- absolute liability- sustainable development- public trust doctrine- public interest litigations- functions and powers of the LSGIs relating to land, buildings and environment
SPEEDY JUSTICE, LEGAL AID AND PROTECTION OF VULNERABLE SECTIONS
Sec 2
Concept of ADR- arbitration- conciliation – mediation- Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996- legal services, legal aid and Lok Adalaths- Legal Services Authorities Act,1987- protection of vulnerable sections- Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955- SC & ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989- The Kerala State Commission for the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes Act, 2007- Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993- National Human Rights Commission and State Human Rights Commission-Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act 2007 - The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016- The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019- Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015- Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961- National Commission for Women Act, 1990- Kerala Women's Commission Act, 1991- National and State Commission for Women- Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005- Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO)
MAJOR SUBSTANTIVE AND PROCEDURAL LAWS (CRIMINAL) – IPC & CRPC
Sec 3
Concept of crime- general explanations or definitions under Indian Penal Code, 1860- principles of criminal liability, absolute liability, vicarious liability and constructive liability– general exceptions – punishments under IPC- abetment- conspiracy- offences against State, offences against public tranquility – offences against human body – offences against property – offences against public health, safety, convenience, decency and morality– illegal gratification – offences by or against public servants– false evidence- offences against public justice, marriage, religion, election and reputation- offences relating to documents and property marks- classification of offences under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973- functionaries under Criminal Procedure Code and their powers and functions – arrest – detention- investigation-inquiry- inquest- search and seizure – classification and powers of criminal courts- executive magistrates and their powers- public prosecutors- cognizance of offence and commencement of judicial proceedings –processes to compel the attendance of persons and production of documents- bail –anticipatory bail- fair trial – charge – discharge- acquittal- trial of summons case, warrant case and sessions case – summary trial- compoundable offence-plea bargaining- judgment –appeal – reference - revision- inherent powers- execution of sentence- remission- commutation and other connected matters – maintenance of wives, children and parents- victim compensation
LAW OF PROPERTY
Sec 4
Concept of property – general principles of transfer under the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 – property that cannot be transferred- effect of transfer – rule against inalienability – rule against perpetuity – doctrine of election- transfer to unborn- covenants running with land- doctrine of apportionment- transfer by non-owners- direction for accumulation- conditional transfer- part performance- doctrine of lis pendence- fraudulent transfer- doctrine of acceleration- sale of immovable property – mortgage – lease – exchange – gift – actionable claims –provisions relating to easements and licenses under the Indian Easements Act, 1882- concept of incorporeal property- intellectual property- law relating to patent- copyright- design- trade mark- service mark- geographical indications
CONSTITUTIONAL LAW AND ADMINISTRATIVE LAW
Sec 5
Constituent Assembly-preamble-citizenship- fundamental rights- directive principles- fundamental duties- structure of Governments- Union Executive, Parliament and Judiciary- State Executive, Legislature and Judiciary- Local Self Government Institutions (LSGIs)- important Constitutional amendments (42, 44, 52, 73, 74, 86, 91, 97, 101, 102, 103, 104)- Constitutional authorities and their functions - Comptroller and Auditor General, Attorney General, Advocate General, Election Commission of India, State Election Commission, Union Public Service Commission, State Public Service Commission- Finance Commission- State Finance Commission- GST Council- distribution of legislative powers- Union List- State List- Concurrent List- National Commission for Scheduled Castes- National Commission for Scheduled Tribes-National Commission for Backward Classes- official language-regional languages-language of the Supreme Court, High Courts, etc-special directives relating to languages- writ jurisdiction- Public Interest Litigation- judicial review- Constitutional amendment and basic structure theory- scope and evolution of administrative law- delegated legislation and its legislative and judicial controls- Constitutional law remedies against administrative arbitrariness- doctrine of ultra vires- administrative discretion and its controls- administrative adjudication-principles of natural justice- post decisional hearing – exception to the principles of natural justice- statutory remedies – contractual and tortious liability of the administration – privileges and immunities of administration in suits to withhold documents- rule of law- legitimate expectation-promissory estoppel- maladministration and remedies- statutory provisions relating to Lokpal, Lokayuktha, CVC and prevention of corruption – right to information under the Right to Information Act, 2005 – exemptions- powers and functions of Information Commission- Constitutional protection of civil servants – services under the Union and the States- Administrative Tribunals under Administrative Tribunal Act, 1985- right to public services- The Kerala State Right to Service Act, 2012
JURISPRUDENCE, LEGAL THEORY, PRINCIPLES OF LEGISLATION, LEGISLATIVE DRAFTING AND INTERPRETATION
Sec 6
Definition and schools of jurisprudence- theories of justice-relationship between law and morality- sources of law including legislation, custom, precedent and international conventions and treaties- doctrine of stare decisis- ratio decidendi - obiter dicta - overruling – prospective overruling – elements of law including legal right, duty, liability, property, ownership, possession and title; and their classifications- Utilitarian theory of legislation- general principles of interpretation- construction of statutes- grammatical rule- logical rule- golden rule- mischief rule- ejusdem generis rule- specific principles of interpretation- contextual interpretation- historical interpretation- contemporaneous exposition- in pari materia- in bonam partem- strict interpretation- beneficial interpretation- interpretation of penal statutes and fiscal statutes- interpretation of Constitution- different kinds of statutes- contents of a statute- non-obstante clause- proviso- General Clauses Act, 1897
GENERAL ENGLISH
Sec 7
Active and Passive voiceAgreement of Subject and Verb.Articles - The Definite and the Indefinite Articles.Correction of SentencesDifferent Parts of Speech.Direct and Indirect SpeechInfinitive and GerundsPrepositionsTag QuestionsTensesTenses in Conditional SentencesThe Use of CorrelativesTypes of Sentences and Interchange of Sentences.Uses of Primary and Model Auxiliary Verbs.AntonymsCompound wordsForeign Words and PhrasesIdioms and their MeaningsOne Word SubstitutesPhrasal VerbsSingular & Plural, Change of Gender, Collective NounsSpelling TestSynonymsWord formation from other words and use of prefix or suffixWords often confused
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS, RENAISSANCE IN KERALA AND FREEDOM MOVEMENT
Sec 8
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, CURRENT AFFAIRS, RENAISSANCE IN KERALA AND FREEDOM MOVEMENT
MAJOR SUBSTANTIVE AND PROCEDURAL LAWS (CIVIL) – CONTRACTS, TORTS & CPC
Sec 9
Law relating to contracts- Indian Contract Act, 1872- interpretation clause- capacity of parties- agreement, contract and ingredients- communication, acceptance and revocation of proposals- contracts, voidable contracts and void agreements- contingent contracts- quasi contracts- quantum meruit – consideration –performance of contracts- modes of discharge- consequences of breach of contract- elements vitiating consent- indemnity and guarantee- bailment- agency-pledge- provisions relating to sale of goods under the Sale of Goods Act, 1930- partnership under the Partnership Act, 1932- limited liability partnership under the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008- standard form contracts- online contracts- click wrap agreements- browse wrap agreements- shrink wrap agreements- statutory provisions relating to online contracts under the Information Technology Act, 2000- definition of tort- development of the law of torts through case law- tortious liability- strict liability- absolute liability- vicarious liability- liability relating to animals- negligence- remoteness of damage- contributory negligence- general defences- foreign tort- framework of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908- suits of civil nature- stay of suits- res judicata- conclusiveness of foreign judgments- notice- reply notice- place of suing- general rules regarding pleadings- plaint- written statement- set off – counter claim- parties to suits- jointer of parties- misjointer of parties- non- jointer of parties- framing of issues- summons – modes of service of summons- appearance of parties- consequence of non-appearance, ex parte decree, setting aside ex-parte decree, examination of parties by the court – discovery and inspection- adjournment- amendment of pleadings- judgment, order and decree- execution– modes of execution- precept- garnishee order- caveat- costs- appeal –second appeal- reference- review- revision- inherent powers- arrest and attachment before judgment – injunction – receiver- commission- special proceedings such as suits in particular cases- suit against government- inter pleader suit- suing in forma pauperis- suit by or against minors- representative suits- commercial disputes and the provisions of the Commercial Courts Act, 2015 relating to the constitution of Commercial Courts, Commercial Appellate Courts, Commercial Division and Commercial Appellate Division in High Courts - jurisdiction, powers, authority and procedure of Gram Nyayalayas under the Gram Nyayalayas Act, 2008- law of limitation- the Limitation Act, 1963- specific reliefs provided under the Specific Relief Act, 1963
LABOUR LAW
Sec 10
Law relating to trade union- registration of trade unions – rights, privileges, immunities, duties and liabilities of registered trade union- collective bargaining – industry- industrial dispute- individual dispute- illegal strike and illegal lock-out- lay-off and retrenchment- transfer and closure of undertakings- reference and settlement of industrial dispute –unfair labour practices- machinery for the amicable settlement of industrial disputes - standing orders – modification of standing orders- employees’ compensation- concept of wages – deduction of wages – fixing and revising of minimum wages – calculation and mode of payment of bonus and gratuity- Employees State Insurance- Employees Provident Fund- health, safety and welfare measures for workers in factories, plantations, shops and commercial establishments- prohibition of sexual harassment of women- The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013
PUBLIC INTERNATIONAL LAW AND HUMAN RIGHTS
Sec 11
Nature, origin and sources of public international law – subjects of international law – States, non- State entities, international organizations and private individuals – State recognition -theory and practice –modes of recognition- State succession- State intervention- territorial sovereignty of State– rights and duties of States – State responsibility or international delinquency- formation of treaties- binding nature of treaties- extradition and asylum- air space- outer space- water territory- open sea- deep sea bed- common heritage of mankind- diplomatic privileges and immunities- jurisdiction of ICJ- philosophical foundation of the concept of human rights – evolution of the concept of human rights- International Bill of Human Rights- UDHR, 1948- International Covenants of 1966- ILO Conventions- international instruments relating to women, children, indigenous persons, environment and refugees- international humanitarian law- law of warfare and armed conflicts- relationship between international law and municipal law- the Indian practice and Constitutional provisions
LAW OF EVIDENCE
Sec 12
Relevancy of facts as provided under the Indian Evidence Act, 1872– admissions and confessions – dying declaration – opinion evidence- character evidence – hearsay evidence- similar facts- oral and documentary evidence – doctrine of estoppel – burden of proof – competency of witnesses – privileged communications- examination of witnesses – presumptions – accomplice – approver – judicial notice –admissibility of electronic evidence- relevant provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Electrical Inspector
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Assistant Electrical Inspector in the Kerala Electrical Inspectorate Department.
90m
10s
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Syllabus Explorer
Magnetic Circuits
Sec 1
Absolute and relative permeability of a mediumFaraday’s laws of electromagnetic induction- Lenz’s law – statically and dynamically induced emfMagnetic field strength- magnetic potentialRelation between magnetism and electricity – Series and parallel magnetic circuits with composite materials
Electric Circuits
Sec 2
AC through series R, L, C circuit – series resonance- resonant power – bandwidthAnalysis of coupled circuits – dot polarity convention – sinusoidal steady state analysis of coupled circuitsEnergy stored in a capacitor and inductorGeneration of alternating voltages and currents – rms value, average value, peak factor, form factorKirchoff’s laws - maximum power transfer theoremResonance in parallel circuitsStar/delta transformation
DC Generators
Sec 3
Alternators- constructional details –Synchronous motor – starting methods – synchronous condenserConstructional details, working principle – types of dc generators - emf equation – power stages – condition for maximum efficiencyDC motor – armature control and field controlSingle phase transformer – working principle, equivalent circuit, losses in a transformer, condition for maximum efficiencyThree phase induction motor – working principle, constructional details – slip, torque and current equations – torque- speed curveThree phase transformer – construction- difference between power transformer and distribution transformer
Measurements and Instrumentation
Sec 4
Ammeters and voltmeters – moving coil, moving ironClassification of instruments, secondary instruments–indicating, integrating and recordingDigital Energy meters -Time of Day(TOD) metersMeasurement of energy - Single phase energy meter – construction and workingMeasurement of power: Dynamometer type wattmeter –Construction and working - 3- phase power measurementMeasurement standards – errors - Types of ErrorsOscilloscopes- principle of operation of general purpose CRO-basics of vertical and horizontal deflection system
Transducers
Sec 5
Batteries – Primary cells– secondary cells- battery ratings- grouping of cellsEarthing- types of earthing - rules for earthingElectric lamps – different typesGeneral classification- LVDT- angular displacement transducers- hall effect transducersIllumination – Laws of illuminationWiring – systems of wiring- rules for domestic wiring
Power Systems
Sec 6
Circuit breakers - rating- SF6 circuit breakerInsulators –string efficiency - coronaLine parameters -resistance- inductance and capacitancePer unit quantities- symmetrical components – symmetrical and unsymmetrical faultPower system stability - steady state, dynamic and transient stability-power angle curveRelays – types
Signals and Systems
Sec 7
Classification of signals - Elementary signals- Basic operations on continuous time and discrete time signalsConcept of systems - Classification of systems- Properties of systems - Time invariance- Linearity -Causality – Memory - StabilitySampling process - Impulse train sampling - sampling theorem- Aliasing effectZero order and First order hold circuits
Digital Electronics
Sec 8
Combinational circuits - Adders - Full adder and half adderDigital – to - Analogue and Analogue-to-Digital conversionFlipflops – registers – countersMachine cycles and T states – Fetch and execute cycles- Timing diagramMicroprocessors - Internal architecture of 8085 microprocessor–Functional block diagram Instruction set - Addressing modes - Classification of instructions - Status flagsMultiplexers- DemultiplexersNumber Systems and Codes: Binary, Octal and hexadecimal conversions- ASCII code, Excess -3 code, Gray code
Control Systems
Sec 9
Frequency domain specificationsPolar plot and Bode plot - concepts of gain margin and phase margin- stability analysisRouth's stability criterionStatic error coefficients of type 0,1,2 systemsTransfer function of LTI systems - block diagram reduction - Signal flow graph - Mason's gain formulaType and Order of the systems- Characteristic equation Time domain specifications of transient and steady state responses- Impulse and Step responses of first order and second order systems
Power Electronics
Sec 10
Fully controlled and half controlled bridge rectifier with R, RL and RLE loadsOperational Amplifiers - fundamental differential amplifier- Modes of operationProperties of ideal and practical Op-amp - gain, CMRR and slew rateSCR- Structure, Static characteristicsSingle quadrant, Two quadrant and Four quadrant chopperVoltage Source Inverters– 1-phase half-bridge & full bridge inverter with R and RL loads – Pulse width modulation
Technical
100 Marks
Foreman (Electrical)
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Foreman (Electrical) in the Industries and Commerce Department. Essential qualification requires a degree in Electrical Engineering.
90m
10s
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Syllabus Explorer
Magnetic Circuits
Sec 1
Absolute and relative permeability of a mediumFaraday’s laws of electromagnetic inductionLenz’s lawMagnetic field strengthmagnetic potentialRelation between magnetism and electricitySeries and parallel magnetic circuits with composite materialsstatically and dynamically induced emf
Electric Circuits
Sec 2
bandwidthresonant powerseries resonancedot polarity conventionsinusoidal steady state analysis of coupled circuitsEnergy stored in a capacitor and inductoraverage valueform factorpeak factorrms valueKirchoff’s lawsmaximum power transfer theoremResonance in parallel circuitsStar/delta transformation
DC Generators
Sec 3
constructional detailscondition for maximum efficiencyConstructional detailsarmature controlfield controlemf equationpower stagescondition for maximum efficiencyequivalent circuitlosses in a transformerworking principlestarting methodssynchronous condenserconstructional detailssliptorque and current equationstorque- speed curveworking principleconstructiondifference between power transformer and distribution transformertypes of dc generatorsworking principle
Measurements and Instrumentation
Sec 4
moving coilmoving ironClassification of instrumentsDigital Energy metersTypes of Errorsconstruction and working3- phase power measurementConstruction and workingMeasurement standardsbasics of vertical and horizontal deflection systemprinciple of operation of general purpose CROindicating, integrating and recordingTime of Day(TOD) meters
Transducers
Sec 5
angular displacement transducersbattery ratingsgrouping of cellsPrimary cellssecondary cellsrules for earthingtypes of earthingdifferent typesGeneral classificationhall effect transducersLaws of illuminationLVDTrules for domestic wiringsystems of wiring
Signals and Systems
Sec 6
Basic operations on continuous time and discrete time signalsClassification of signalsClassification of systemsConcept of systemsElementary signalsCausalityLinearityMemoryStabilityTime invarianceAliasing effectImpulse train samplingsampling theoremZero order and First order hold circuits
Control Systems
Sec 7
block diagram reductionCharacteristic equation Time domain specifications of transient and steady state responsesFrequency domain specificationsImpulse and Step responses of first order and second order systemsMason's gain formulaconcepts of gain margin and phase marginstability analysisRouth's stability criterionSignal flow graphStatic error coefficients of type 0,1,2 systemsTransfer function of LTI systemsType and Order of the systems
Power Systems
Sec 8
ratingSF6 circuit breakercoronastring efficiencyinductance and capacitanceresistancePer unit quantitiesdynamic and transient stabilitypower angle curvesteady statetypessymmetrical and unsymmetrical faultsymmetrical components
Digital Electronics
Sec 9
Full adder and half addercountersDemultiplexersDigital – to - Analogue and Analogue-to-Digital conversionFetch and execute cyclesFlipflopsMachine cycles and T statesAddressing modesClassification of instructionsFunctional block diagramInstruction setInternal architecture of 8085 microprocessorStatus flagsMultiplexersASCII codeBinaryExcess -3 codeGray codeOctal and hexadecimal conversionsregistersTiming diagram
Power Electronics
Sec 10
Fully controlled and half controlled bridge rectifier with R, RL and RLE loadsfundamental differential amplifierModes of operationCMRR and slew rategainStatic characteristicsStructureSingle quadrant, Two quadrant and Four quadrant chopper1-phase half-bridge & full bridge inverter with R and RL loadsPulse width modulation
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Manager (Electrical)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Assistant Manager (Electrical) in Travancore Titanium Products Limited.
90m
10s
#kerala-psc#electrical-engineering#management#degree-level#power-systems
Syllabus Explorer
Magnetic Circuits
Sec 1
Absolute and relative permeability of a mediumFaraday’s laws of electromagnetic induction- Lenz’s law – statically and dynamically induced emfMagnetic field strength- magnetic potentialRelation between magnetism and electricitySeries and parallel magnetic circuits with composite materials
Electric Circuits
Sec 2
AC through series R, L, C circuit – series resonance- resonant power – bandwidthAnalysis of coupled circuits – dot polarity convention – sinusoidal steady state analysis of coupled circuitsEnergy stored in a capacitor and inductorGeneration of alternating voltages and currents – rms value, average value, peak factor, form factorKirchoff’s laws - maximum power transfer theoremResonance in parallel circuitsStar/delta transformation
DC Generators
Sec 3
Alternators- constructional details –Synchronous motor – starting methods – synchronous condenserConstructional details, working principle – types of dc generators - emf equation – power stages – condition for maximum efficiencyDC motor – armature control and field controlSingle phase transformer – working principle, equivalent circuit, losses in a transformer, condition for maximum efficiencyThree phase induction motor – working principle, constructional details – slip, torque and current equations – torque- speed curveThree phase transformer – construction- difference between power transformer and distribution transformer
Measurements and Instrumentation
Sec 4
Ammeters and voltmeters – moving coil, moving ironClassification of instruments, secondary instruments–indicating, integrating and recordingDigital Energy meters -Time of Day(TOD) metersMeasurement of energy - Single phase energy meter – construction and workingMeasurement of power: Dynamometer type wattmeter –Construction and working - 3- phase power measurementMeasurement standards – errors - Types of ErrorsOscilloscopes- principle of operation of general purpose CRO-basics of vertical and horizontal deflection system
Transducers
Sec 5
Batteries – Primary cells– secondary cells- battery ratings- grouping of cellsEarthing- types of earthing - rules for earthingElectric lamps – different typesGeneral classification- LVDT- angular displacement transducers- hall effect transducersIllumination – Laws of illuminationWiring – systems of wiring- rules for domestic wiring
Power Systems
Sec 6
Circuit breakers - rating- SF6 circuit breakerInsulators –string efficiency - coronaLine parameters -resistance- inductance and capacitancePer unit quantities- symmetrical components – symmetrical and unsymmetrical faultPower system stability - steady state, dynamic and transient stability-power angle curveRelays – types
Signals and Systems
Sec 7
Classification of signals - Elementary signals- Basic operations on continuous time and discrete time signalsConcept of systems - Classification of systems- Properties of systems - Time invariance- Linearity -Causality – Memory - StabilitySampling process - Impulse train sampling - sampling theorem- Aliasing effectZero order and First order hold circuits
Digital Electronics
Sec 8
Combinational circuits - Adders - Full adder and half adderDigital – to - Analogue and Analogue-to-Digital conversionFlipflops – registers – countersMachine cycles and T states – Fetch and execute cycles- Timing diagramMicroprocessors - Internal architecture of 8085 microprocessor–Functional block diagram Instruction set - Addressing modes - Classification of instructions - Status flagsMultiplexers- DemultiplexersNumber Systems and Codes: Binary, Octal and hexadecimal conversions- ASCII code, Excess -3 code, Gray code
Control Systems
Sec 9
Frequency domain specificationsPolar plot and Bode plot - concepts of gain margin and phase margin- stability analysisRouth's stability criterionStatic error coefficients of type 0,1,2 systemsTransfer function of LTI systems - block diagram reduction - Signal flow graph - Mason's gain formulaType and Order of the systems- Characteristic equation Time domain specifications of transient and steady state responses- Impulse and Step responses of first order and second order systems
Power Electronics
Sec 10
Fully controlled and half controlled bridge rectifier with R, RL and RLE loadsOperational Amplifiers - fundamental differential amplifier- Modes of operationProperties of ideal and practical Op-amp - gain, CMRR and slew rateSCR- Structure, Static characteristicsSingle quadrant, Two quadrant and Four quadrant chopperVoltage Source Inverters– 1-phase half-bridge & full bridge inverter with R and RL loads – Pulse width modulation
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Engineer (Electrical)
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts the Assistant Engineer (AE) Electrical Exam for candidates who aspire to work in the electrical engineering field. This test recruits engineers into various government sectors such as public works, irrigation, and local self-government.
90m
10s
#kerala-psc#electrical-engineering#degree-level#technical-exam
Syllabus Explorer
Magnetic Circuits
Sec 1
Absolute and relative permeability of a mediumFaraday’s laws of electromagnetic induction- Lenz’s law – statically and dynamically induced emfMagnetic field strength- magnetic potentialRelation between magnetism and electricitySeries and parallel magnetic circuits with composite materials
Electric Circuits
Sec 2
AC through series R, L, C circuit – series resonance- resonant power – bandwidthAnalysis of coupled circuits – dot polarity convention – sinusoidal steady state analysis of coupled circuitsEnergy stored in a capacitor and inductorGeneration of alternating voltages and currents – rms value, average value, peak factor, form factorKirchoff’s lawsmaximum power transfer theoremResonance in parallel circuitsStar/delta transformation
DC Generators
Sec 3
Alternators- constructional details –Synchronous motor – starting methods – synchronous condenserConstructional details, working principle – types of dc generators - emf equation – power stages – condition for maximum efficiencyDC motor – armature control and field controlSingle phase transformer – working principle, equivalent circuit, losses in a transformer, condition for maximum efficiencyThree phase induction motor – working principle, constructional details – slip, torque and current equations – torque- speed curveThree phase transformer – construction- difference between power transformer and distribution transformer
Measurements and Instrumentation
Sec 4
Ammeters and voltmeters – moving coil, moving ironClassification of instruments, secondary instruments–indicating, integrating and recordingDigital Energy meters -Time of Day(TOD) metersMeasurement of energy - Single phase energy meter – construction and workingMeasurement of power: Dynamometer type wattmeter –Construction and working - 3- phase power measurementMeasurement standards – errors - Types of ErrorsOscilloscopes- principle of operation of general purpose CRO-basics of vertical and horizontal deflection system
Transducers
Sec 5
Batteries – Primary cells– secondary cells- battery ratings- grouping of cellsEarthing- types of earthing - rules for earthingElectric lamps – different typesGeneral classification- LVDT- angular displacement transducers- hall effect transducersIllumination – Laws of illuminationWiring – systems of wiring- rules for domestic wiring
Power Systems
Sec 6
Circuit breakers - rating- SF6 circuit breakerInsulators –string efficiency - coronaLine parameters -resistance- inductance and capacitancePer unit quantities- symmetrical components – symmetrical and unsymmetrical faultPower system stability - steady state, dynamic and transient stability-power angle curveRelays – types
Signals and Systems
Sec 7
Classification of signals - Elementary signals- Basic operations on continuous time and discrete time signalsConcept of systems - Classification of systems- Properties of systems - Time invariance- Linearity -Causality – Memory - StabilitySampling process - Impulse train sampling - sampling theorem- Aliasing effectZero order and First order hold circuits
Digital Electronics
Sec 8
Combinational circuits - Adders - Full adder and half adderDigital – to - Analogue and Analogue-to-Digital conversionFlipflops – registers – countersMachine cycles and T states – Fetch and execute cycles- Timing diagramMicroprocessors - Internal architecture of 8085 microprocessor–Functional block diagram Instruction set - Addressing modes - Classification of instructions - Status flagsMultiplexers- DemultiplexersNumber Systems and Codes: Binary, Octal and hexadecimal conversions- ASCII code, Excess -3 code, Gray code
Control Systems
Sec 9
Frequency domain specificationsPolar plot and Bode plot - concepts of gain margin and phase margin- stability analysisRouth's stability criterionStatic error coefficients of type 0,1,2 systemsTime domain specifications of transient and steady state responses- Impulse and Step responses of first order and second order systemsTransfer function of LTI systems - block diagram reduction - Signal flow graph - Mason's gain formulaType and Order of the systems- Characteristic equation
Power Electronics
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Fully controlled and half controlled bridge rectifier with R, RL and RLE loadsOperational Amplifiers - fundamental differential amplifier- Modes of operationProperties of ideal and practical Op-amp - gain, CMRR and slew rateSCR- Structure, Static characteristicsSingle quadrant, Two quadrant and Four quadrant chopperVoltage Source Inverters– 1-phase half-bridge & full bridge inverter with R and RL loads – Pulse width modulation
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PART III CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
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Absorption: Mechanism of Absorption – conditions of equilibrium between gas and liquidAdsorption: Types of adsorption, adsorbents, adsorption isothermsAgitation and Mixing: Purpose of agitation – agitation equipment-propellers, paddles and turbines - Flow pattern in agitated vessels – prevention of swirling- draft tubes and baffles – their power consumption in agitated vesselsAir separation methods: cyclone separator – air separator- bag filter, Electrostatic precipitatorCentrifugation, classification of centrifugesCharacteristic features and applications of co-polymerisation – polycondensationComputerized Control and Instrumentation Diagrams: - Heat exchangers, Distillation plantControl room – panels and control room functionsControl valves- types, P, PI and PID Controllers - basic principles and transfer functionsDevices for discharge of solids – Conveyor types – belt conveyor – chain conveyor – scraper conveyor – apron conveyor – screw conveyors pneumatic conveyors – pneumatic conveying system auxiliary equipmentsDifferent flow meters and level measuring instrumentsDifferent types of co-polymers – Random, block, graft co-polymerDistillation: Boiling-point diagram and equilibrium curves -application of Raoult’s law, -relative volatility – Types of distillations- Simple distillation, steam distillation Azeotropic distillation, extractive distillation and fractional distillationDrying: Purpose and industrial applications – Mechanism of drying – Rate of dryingFilter operation – effect of pressure – constant pressure and constant volume filtrationFiltration: applications, classification of filtersFluidization: Mechanism of fluidization – conditions for fluidization – batch fluidization – boiling effectGas Laws and Their Applications: Ideal gases – gas laws (derivation is not required), simple problems involving single gasGas mixtures – Dalton’s Law, Amagat’s law, Concept of mole, weight percent, mole percent, normality, molarity, molality, vapour pressureHumidification: General mechanism of diffusional processes – Definitions and mathematical expressions for Adiabatic saturation temperature – wet bulb temperature, types cooling towersImportant sources of monomers and manufacturing of the following: Ethylene, Propylene, Vinyl Chloride, StyreneIntroduction to polymers: Speciality Thermoplastic / Thermosetting plastics - Plastics – Rubber – Fibre – adhesive – coatingsLaws of crushing – Kick’s law – Rittinger’s law – Bonds law – Jaw crusher- gyratory – Average particle size – specific surface of mixture, volume surface mean diameterLeaching: applications -batch and continuous leaching, factors affecting rate of leachingManufacture of Man made Fibres – Nylon, Viscous Rayon, PolyesterManufacture of thermoplastics: Commodity plasticsMass Transfer: Molecular diffusion – molar flux – Fick’s law – steady state diffusionMaterial Balances – Not involving chemical reactionsMaterial Balances involving Chemical Reactions: Chemical reactions, complete and incomplete reactions, stoichiometric proportions of reactantsMODULE I ( PARTICLE TECHNOLOGY)MODULE II (STOICHIOMETRY)MODULE III (INSTRUMENTATION)MODULE IV ( PROCESS CONTROL)MODULE V (MASS TRANSFER)MODULE VI POLYMER TECHNOLOGYPressure and vacuum – manometers – diaphragm gauges, bellow gauges, strain gaugesPrinciple of froth floatation cells - froth floatation cells – simple flow sheet for floatation plantPrinciples of measurement – Instruments for indication, recording and remote controlProcess Control: Recorders, timers – transducers - Characteristics of measuring elements and process control system – open and closed loop systemsSedimentation : Sedimentation – applicationSize Reduction: Nature of the materials to be crushed – hardness, structure, moisture content, crushing, Types of crushing equipments, coarse crushers – Intermediate crushers – fine grindersSize Separation: Screens: Tyler and U. S. standard screens, Screen analysis: efficiency and capacity of screens, Types of screening equipment – grizzlies – trammels, shaking screens, vibrating screensSpecific gravity, Humidity & Instrumental methods of analysis: Specific gravity,- Off line and on line measurement – Humidity - Dew point method, wet bulb method, hygrometry, electrical type - Moisture content in different products - Chromatographic analysis – flame photometry, spectrophotometryStorage and Transportation of Solids, Gases and Liquids: Storage of solids – Hoppers – bins – angle of reposeStorage of gases: Horton sphere- pressure cylinders – gas holders – wet and dry specificationsStorage of liquid- storage tanks, Storage of volatile liquids – floating roofTemperature – filled system thermometers – bimetallic – thermocouples – resistanceTypes of polymerisation reaction: Addition polymerisation, Step polymerisation, Chain polymerisation, Anionic and cationic polymerisation, Polymerisation by condensationUnits and dimensions: conversion of units, dimensionless group
PART IV : JOB RELATED TOPICS
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Activated sludge process- basic concepts-design of a conventional Activated Sludge PlantAlgal Control - Problems Caused by Algae, Remedial MeasuresAnaerobic treatment of high strength waste water- Up flow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket (UASB) reactorChemical Unit Processes - Chemical Precipitation, Adsorption, Disinfection, Disinfection with Chlorine, De chlorination, Disinfection with Chlorine Dioxide, Disinfection with Bromine Chloride, Disinfection with Ozone, Disinfection with Ultraviolet Light, Other Chemical ApplicationsDesign of Sedimentation tanks (circular and rectangular)-Clariflocculators - Filtration-Types of filters- Working and Design of Rapid and Slow sand filtersDisinfection - Objectives of Chlorination, Principles of Chlorination, Chlorination Practices, Methods of Application of Chlorine, Disinfection by Bleaching Powder, Electrochlorinator, Conventional ChlorinationDisinfection of water - various methods - advantages and limitations - concept of primary, secondary and tertiary treatmentEffluent Disposal - Water Quality Parameters and CriteriaFiltration of water-theory of filtration-types of filters - design of rapid sand filterLayout plan of a conventional water treatment plant- site selection- -Screening-types of screens-aeration-aerator typesLow cost sanitation systems- Design of a septic tank and soak-pitMechanisms of coagulation and flocculation, popular coagulants and feeding devicesNatural waste water treatment systems-Oxidation Ponds and Lagoons-Wetlands and Root-zone systemsOperation & Maintenance - Unaccounted for Water (UFW), Metering of Water Supply SystemsOperation and Maintenance of Pumping Machinery - Components in Pumping Stations, Type of Pumps, Starting the Pumps, Checks Before Starting, Starting and Operation of Pumps, Stopping the Pump, Stopping the Pump under Normal Condition, Stopping after Power Failure/TrippingPressure Filters – Operation, Roughing Filters – OperationQuality of water - Drinking water standards - Factors Affecting Water Quality ,Physical, chemical and biological analysisSecondary treatment methods- basic concepts of biological unit processes-aerobic and anaerobic- attached and suspended growth processesSludge treatment - thickening- digestion dewatering- drying- compostingTheory and principles of sedimentation-Stoke’s lawTypes of settling -Design of plain sedimentation tanksTransmission of Water - Transmission through Canals or Open Channels, Transmission Through Pipes, Problems in Transmission MainsTreatment of water-Theory and principles of Sedimentation tanks- Stoke’s law-Types of settling -Coagulation- Mixing-FlocculationTrickling filter - types- construction & operationTypes of intakes-Conveyors, pumps and location of pumping stationUnit operations in waste water- primary treatment - equalization of flowWastewater EngineeringWastewater Reclamation and Reuse - Wastewater Reuse Applications, Wastewater Reclamation Technologies, Planning Considerations in Wastewater Reclamation and ReuseWastewater Treatment Systems - Special Problems Faced by Small Communities, Small System Flowrates and Wastewater Characteristics, Types of Small Wastewater Management Systems, Onsite Systems for Individual Residences and Other Community Facilities in Unsewered Areas, Selection and Design of Onsite Systems, Onsite Wastewater Management Districts, Wastewater Collection Systems for Small Communities, Small Systems for Clusters of Homes and Very Small Communities, Systems with Package (Pre-Engineered) Treatment Plants, Individually Designed Treatment Facilities, Septage and Septage DisposalWater Audit and Leakage Control - Objective of Water Audit, Planning and Preparation, Problems Faced in Water Audit, Objective of Leakage Control, Water Losses, Leakage Detection and Monitoring, Assessment of Leakage, Benefits of Water Audit and Leak Detection, Leakage Repair TechniquesWater demand estimation - Quantification of water demand through population forecasting, Factors affecting consumption-Fluctuations in demandWater distribution systems - Lay out of water distribution network-Methods of distribution-Hardy cross method-Equivalent pipe method-Pipe appurtenancesWater Meters, Instrumentation, Telemetry & Scada - Water Meters – Sizing, Installation, Testing and Calibration, Repairs, Maintenance & Trouble Shooting, Prevention of Tampering, Replacement, Automatic Water Metering Systems, Relevant National & International Standards, Flow Meters – Types, Installation, Maintenance and Calibration, Instrumentation - Level Measurement, Pressure Measurement, Water Quality Parameter Monitoring, Automation, Telemetry and Scada SystemsWater Supply EngineeringWater Supply Sources - Natural Sources, Surface Water, Ground Water
PART I CIVIL ENGINEERING
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Analysis of rates - Data book and schedule of ratesAnalysis of rates for various items of workAnalysis of reinforced rectangular beamsArchesArea and Volume ComputationBasic structural units in clay mineralogyBasics of Surveying, Levelling and ContouringBeams of uniform strength - beams of two materialsBearing capacity of soil, Terzag’s equation (bearing capacity factors to be provided in the problems), effect of water tableBearing of survey lines, Local attraction, Declination, Dip, Latitude and DepartureBending moment and shear forceBenefits of planning - urbanization, industrialization and urban developmentBond and development lengthBoundary layerBuilding construction - Cost-effective construction, Masonry, Lintels and archesBuilding failures and Retrofitting, failures in RCC and Steel structuresBuilding materials, Construction Technology, Construction ManagementBuoyancy and floatationCBR method of flexible pavement designCentrifugal PumpsClapeyrons Theorem (Three Moment Equation)Classification and alignment of highwaysColumns - effective length - design of axially loaded short columns with rectangular ties and helical reinforcementColumns under compression - effective length - short column - long column - reinforcement - IS specifications regarding columns - design of columns under uniaxial bendingComponents of planningComputation of crop water requirementConcept of prestressing, materials and methods of prestressing systems, losses of pre-stressConcept of stress and strainConcrete – Admixtures, Making of concrete, Properties of concrete, Mix proportioningConsolidation and CompactionConstruction and maintenance of pavementsConstruction disputes and settlementConstruction Materials – Timber, Mortar, Iron and Steel, Structural steel, Modern materialsConstruction Planning and SchedulingConstruction proceduresConstruction safetyContouring: Characteristics, methods, usesCurtailment of reinforcementDefinitions in town and country planningDeflection of beamsDesign for torsionDesign of rectangular footings and combined footings (design principles only) - analysis of combined footings - rectangular and trapezoidalDesign of shear reinforcementDesign of singly and doubly reinforced beamsDesign of slender columnsDesign of StructuresDetailed estimate including quantities, abstract and preparation of various items of worksDetailed specificationDigital and Auto Level, Errors in levelingDimensional analysis and model testingDisplacement response of statically determinate structural systems using energy methodsDrag and Lift on immersed bodiesDynamics of fluid flowElectronic Distance Measurement, Total Station SurveyEstimation of yield of an open wellEthics in ConstructionFactors influencing the design of pavementsFlexible and rigid pavementsFloors and flooring, Roofs and roof coverings, Doors, windows and ventilators, Finishing worksFlow through orifice and notchesFlow through pipesFluid KinematicsFluid Mechanics and Water Resources EngineeringFluid Statics - Fluid pressureFrequency of irrigationFundamentals of Pre-stressed concreteGeographical Information SystemGeometric design of highwaysGeotechnical EngineeringGeotechnical investigations, need of investigations, site reconnaissance and its significance, planning of investigations, drilling and sampling, in-situ tests including Standard Penetration Test, vane shear test, pile load test and Plate load testGlobal Positioning Systems, Remote SensingGoals and objectives of planningGradually varied flowGroundwater - Aquifer types and properties - Steady radial flow into a wellHighway drainageHydraulic JumpHydraulic machines - flow through vanes (moving and stationary)Hydrograph, Unit Hydrograph and S-HydrographHydrologic cycleImpulse and reaction TurbinesIndex properties, soil structure (single grained, honey comb, flocculent and dispersed structures)Irrigation types and methods - Soil water plant relationshipsLateral earth pressure - Rankine’s theoryLimit state method of designLimit state of serviceability, Deflection, CrackingMass DiagramMeandering of rivers, river training worksMechanics of Solids and Structural AnalysisMethods - simple, differential, reciprocal leveling, profile levelling and cross sectioningMethods of orientation, Principle of resectionMigration trends and impacts on urban and rural development - rural-urban fringes - city region - area of influence and dominanceMohr’s circle of stressMoment Distribution MethodMoving loads and influence linesOne way slab, Cantilever slab, Continuous slab (detailing only)Open channel flowPermeability of soils, laboratory and field permeability testPile foundations, static equation, dynamic equation (engineering news formula only), under reamed piles, vertical and uplift capacity of pile foundationsPrecipitation, Infiltration and Evaporation - measurement and data analysisPreparation of bar bending schedules for various RCC worksPrincipal stressesPrinciple of effective stress, seepage pressure, basic definitions and simple computations in flow netsPrinciple of virtual workPrinciples of levelling - Dumpy level, booking and reducing levelsPrinciples of materials managementPrinciples, Linear, angular and graphical methodsProperties and testing of pavement materialsProperties of concrete and reinforcing steelProvisions of Town Planning Act, zoning, subdivision practice, metro region conceptQuality management practicesRegional planning: definition, need and importance, function, objective, concept of region, types of regions, delineation of regionsRelationship between elastic ConstantsReservoir - estimation of storage capacity and yield of reservoirs - reservoir sedimentation - useful life of reservoirRunoff - components and computationSettlement of soil, immediate and consolidation settlement - computation ofShear characteristics of soilShearing stresses in beamsSite selection, Desirable properties and testing of aggregates, bituminous materials and sub grade soilSlope Deflection MethodSprings: Close coiled and open coiled helical springsStair cases - design & detailingStatically indeterminate structuresSteel and steel structures – Bolted and welded connections, Tension members, Compression members, Beams, Roof trusses, PurlinsStrain energy and complementary energy - strain energy due to tensionStrain energy due to bendingStrain Energy methodsStream flow measurement - Stage-discharge curveStress on inclined planes for axial and biaxial stress fieldsStresses in beamsStresses in elastic half space due to concentrated loads (Bossinesq equation), contact pressure distribution below foundationsSurface water systems: diversion and storage systemsSurvey stations, Survey lines - rangingSurveying and Levelling, Quantity Surveying and ValuationTall Buildings – Steel and Concrete frame, Prefabricated construction, Slip form constructionTheodolite SurveyTheories of urbanizationTheory of columnsThin and Thick CylindersThree phase representation system of soil and relationshipsTimber structures - columns, composite beams (concepts only)Torsion of solid and hollow circular shaftsTransportation Engineering and Urban PlanningTriangulation, Theory of ErrorsTruss analysisTwo way slabsTypes and causes of failures in flexible and rigid pavementsTypes and contents of regional planning for block, district, state, nation, NCR, resource region, agro– climatic region, topographic region and sectoral planning, major regional problems and their solutionsTypes of EstimateUniform flowValuation - Methods of valuation, Depreciation, Fixation of rentVertical transportation – Stairs, Elevators, Escalators and Ramps
PART II MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
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Bulk modulus, Relations between elastic constantsComputer numeric control of machinesConcepts of orthotropy, anisotropy and inelastic behaviorConditions of equilibrium in two dimensions, two force and three force membersConduction shape factor, heat transfer through corners and edgesConduction through plane walls, cylinders and spheres, variable thermal conductivityCoplanar force systems, moment of a force, principle of momentsCoulomb damping, harmonically excited vibrationsCritical radius of insulationDefects in CastingsDefinition of stress and strain at a point (introduction to stress and strain tensors and its components only)Energy equation and continuity equationsEnergy Method, Undamped and damped free vibrationsEquilibrium of rigid body, free body diagramFlow through pipes, loss due to friction, flow measurement devices in pipe flow and open flowFluids and continuum, Physical properties of fluids, density, specific weight, vapour PressureGears, terminology of spur gears, law of GearingHooke’s law for linearly elastic isotropic material under axial and shear deformationHydraulic machines: impulse and reaction turbines, roto-dynamic and positive displacement pumps, specific flow, specific speed, pen stock, water hammerIdeal and real fluids, Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluidsIntroduction to vibrations, free vibrations of single degree freedom systemsInvolute spur gears involutometry, contact ratio, interference, backlash, gear standardization, interchangability, centre distance modificationMachine tools: principles of milling, turning, grinding, shaping, drilling, and weldingManagement of Human Relations in Organisations: Ethics and fair treatment at work, ethics and the law, ethical behaviour at work, individual factors, organizational factors, the boss’s influence, ethics policies and codes, the organization’s culture, role of HR in fostering ethics and fair treatmentMaterial behavior, uniaxial tension test, stress-strain diagramsMetals, alloys, composites, phase diagrams, and TTT curvesModes of gear tooth failures, theory and details of bevel, helical and worm gearingModes of Heat Transfer, Conduction, Fourier law of heat conductionMODULE – I (ENGINEERING MECHANICS)MODULE – II (MATERIALS AND MECHANICS OF SOLIDS)MODULE – III (MECHANICS AND DYNAMICS OF MACHINERY)MODULE – IV (FLUID MECHANICS AND HEAT TRANSFER)MODULE – V (INDUSTRIAL AND PRODUCTION ENGINEERING)Most general heat conduction equation in Cartesian, cylindrical and spherical coordinatesNewton’s law of viscosityOne dimensional steady state conduction with and without heat generationPoisson’s ratio, biaxial and triaxial deformationsPrinciple of indexingPure materials, crystal structuresResponse of an undamped and damped system, transmissibilityResultant of force and couple systemRigid body, principle of transmissibility of forcesSand Casting: Sand Molds, Types of Molding Sands and TestingSand Molding Machines Gating System, RiseringShell Mold Casting, Ceramic Mold Casting, Investment Casting, Vacuum Casting, Slush Casting, Pressure Casting, Die Casting, Centrifugal CastingStatics: Fundamental concepts and laws of mechanicsThermal conductivity of solids, liquids and gases, Factors affecting thermal conductivityTIG and MIG weldingTool properties for these processesType of management, organizational structures, span of control, budgetingType of patterns, Pattern Materials, Cores, Types and applicationsViscous damping, critical damping, logarithmic decrement
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LABORATORY ASSISTANT
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GENERAL ENGLISH
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Active and Passive voiceAgreement of Subject and Verb.Articles - Definite and Indefinite Articles.Correction of SentencesDegrees of ComparisonDifferent Parts of Speech.Direct and Indirect SpeechInfinitive and GerundsPrepositionsQuestion TagsTensesTenses in Conditional SentencesThe Use of CorrelativesTypes of Sentences and Interchange of Sentences.Uses of Primary and Modal Auxiliary VerbsAntonymsCompound wordsExpansion and meaning of Common AbbreviationsForeign Words and PhrasesIdioms and their MeaningsOne Word SubstitutesPhrasal VerbsSingular & Plural, Change of Gender, Collective NounsSpelling TestSynonymsWord formation from other words and use of prefix or suffixWords often confused
ൊപൊതുവിജ്ഞൊനം
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ഭരണഘടെനനിരമാണസമിതി, ആമുഖ്ം, പൗരതവം- മൗലെികാവകാശങൾ- നിരേദശകതതവങൾ- മൗലെിക കടെമകൾ, ഗവണെമനിെന ഘടെകങൾ, പധാനെപട ഭരണ ഘടെനാ േഭദഗതികൾ(42, 44, 52, 73, 74, 86, 91), പഞായതീരാജ്, ഭരണഘടെനാ സാപനങളം അവയുടെടെ ചമതലെകളം- യണിയന ലെിസ്- േസറ് ലെിസ്- കണകറന് ലെിസ്.Network Devices – Media, Switch, Hub, Router, Bridge, Gateway (Uses of each)Types of networks – LAN, WAN, MAN (Features and application area)IT Act and Other laws (Awareness level)Types of crimes (Awareness level)Input Devices (Names and uses)Memory devices - Primary and Secondary (Examples, Features)Output Devices (Names and uses/features)E-governanceServices – WWW, E-mail, Search engines (Examples and purposes)Social Media (Examples and features)Web Designing – Browser, HTML (Basics only)Basics of programming – Types of instructions (Input, Output, Store, Control transfer) (Languages need not be considered)Classification – System software and Application softwareOperating System – Functions and examplesPopular Application software packages – Word processors, Spreadsheets, Database packages, Presentation, Image editors (Uses, features and fundamental concepts of each)പശസ്തമായ സലെങൾപശസ്തമായ സാപനങൾപശസ്തരായ എഴുത്തുകാരപശസ്തരായ കലൊകാരനമാരപശസ്തരായ വയക്തികൾേകരളതിെലെ പധാന ദൃശയ-ശാവയകലെകൾ ഇവയുടെടെ ഉത്ഭവം, വയാപനം, പരിശീലെനം എനിവെകാണ്ഇതര വസ്തുതകൾഇനയയുടെടെ ശേദയമായ പകടെനംരാജയങൾേവദികൾഅടെിസാന വിവരങൾഒളിമിക്സില ഇനയയുടെടെ ശേദയമായ പകടെനങൾപധാന േവദികൾ/ രാജയങൾപശസ്തമായ വിജയങൾ / കായിക താരങൾപാര ഒളിമിക്സ്വിനര ഒളിമിക്സ്ഓരേരാ രാജയതിേനയുടം േദശീയ കായിക ഇനങൾ / വിേനാദങൾകളികളമായി ബനെപട പധാന പദങൾകായികരംഗത് വയക്തിമുദപതിപിച േകരളതിേലെയുടം ഇനയയിേലെയുടം േലൊകതിേലെയുടം പധാന കായികതാരങൾ, അവരെടെ കായിക ഇനങൾ, അവരെടെ േനടങൾ, അവരക് ലെഭിചിട്ടുള ബഹുമതികൾ.ഗയിംസ് ഇനങൾ - മതരങൾ - താരങൾ, േനടങൾപധാന അവാരഡുകൾ - അവാരഡ് േജതാകൾ - ഓരേരാ അവാരഡും ഏതേമഖ്ലെയിെലെ പകടെനതിനാണ് നല്കുനത് എന അറിവ്.പധാന കായിക ഇനങൾ - പെങടുകന കളികാരെടെ എണം.പധാന േട്രാഫികൾ - ബനെപട മതരങൾ/ കായിക ഇനങൾ.േദശീയ ഗയിംസ്േകരളതിെലെ പധാന ആേഘാഷങൾ, ആേഘാഷങളമായി ബനെപട സലെങൾ പശസ്തമായ ഉതവങൾ.േകരളതിെലെ സാംസ്കാരിക േകന്ദ്രങൾ, ആരാധനാലെയങൾ, സാംസ്കാരിക നായകര, അവരെടെ സംഭാവനകൾഎഴുത്തുകാര - തൂലെികാനാമങൾ, അപരനാമങൾഓരേരാ പസാനതിേലെയുടം പധാനകതികൾ അവയുടെടെ കരതാകൾകഥാപാതങൾ - കതികൾജാനപീഠം േനടെിയ മലെയാളികൾ - അനബന വസ്തുതകൾഅവാരഡിനരഹരായ എഴുത്തുകാരകതികൾപശസ്തമായ വരികൾ - കതികൾ - എഴുത്തുകാരമലെയാള പതപവരതനതിെന ആരംഭം, തടെകം കറിചവര, ആനകാലെികങൾമലെയാള സിനിമയുടെടെ ഉത്ഭവം, വളരച, നാഴികകല്ലുകൾ, പധാന സംഭാവനനല്കിയവര, മലെയാള സിനിമയുടം േദശീയ അവാരഡും.മലെയാളതിെലെ പധാന സാഹിതയ പസാനങൾ - ആദയകതികൾ, കരതാകൾഇനയ: രാഷീയ ചരിതം- ബിടീഷ് ആധിപതയം- ഒനാം സവാതനയസമരം- ഇനയനനാഷണലേകാണഗസിെന രപീകരണം- സവേദശിപസാനം- സാമഹയപരിഷരണ പസാനങൾ- വരതമാനപതങൾ- സവാതനയസമരചരിതകാലെെതസാഹിതയവംകലെയുടം- സവാതനയസമരവംമഹാതാഗാനിയുടം- ഇനയയുടെടെ സവാതനയാനനര കാലെഘടം- സംസാനങളെടെ പന:സംഘടെന – ശാസ വിദയാഭയാസ സാേങതിക േമഖ്ലെയിെലെ പേരാഗതി- വിേദശ നയം.േകരളം- യേറാപയനമാരെടെ വരവ്- യേറാപയനമാരെടെ – സംഭാവനമാരതാണവരമ മുതല ശീചിതിരതിരനാൾ വെര തിരവിതാംകറിെന ചരിതം- സാമഹയ, മത, നേവാതാന പസാനങൾ- േകരളതിെലെ േദശീയ പസാനങൾ- േകരള ചരിതതിെന സാഹിതയ േസാതസകൾ- ഐകയേകരള പസാനം- 1956- ന േശഷമുള േകരളതിന സാമഹയരാഷീയ ചരിതം.േലൊകം: - ഇംഗണിെലെ മഹതായ വിപവം(Great Revolution) - അേമരികന സവാതനയ സമരം- ഫഞ് വിപവം- റഷയന വിപവം - ൈചനീസ് വിപവം- രണാം േലൊക മഹായുടദാനനര രാഷീയ ചരിതം- ഐകയരാഷസംഘടെന, മറ് അനാരാഷ സംഘടെനകൾഅടെിസാന ആേരാഗയ വിജാനംജീവകങളം ധാതകളം അവയുടെടെ അപരയാപതാ േരാഗങളംജീവിതൈശലെീേരാഗങൾപരിസിതിയുടം പരിസിതി പശങളംമനഷയ ശരീരെതകറിചള െപാത അറിവ്സാംകമിക േരാഗങളം േരാഗകാരികളംേകരളതിെലെ ആേരാഗയേക്ഷമ പവരതനങൾഇനയ: സാമതിക രംഗം, പഞവതര പദതികൾ, പാനിംഗ് കമീഷൾ, നീതി ആേയാഗ്, നവസാമതിക പരിഷാരങൾ, ധനകാരയ സാപനങൾ, കാരഷിക വിളകൾ, ധാതകൾ, ഹരിത വിപവം.ഇനയ: ഭപകതി- സംസാനങൾ അവയുടെടെ സവിേശഷതകൾ- ഉതരപരവത േമഖ്ലെ, നദികൾ, ഉതരമഹാസമതലെം, ഉപദവീപീയ പീഠഭമി, തീരേദശം, – കാലൊവസ സവാഭാവിക സസയപകതി- കഷി- ധാതകളം വയവസായവം- ഊരജേസാതസകൾ- േറാഡ്- ജലെ - െറയില- േവയാമ ഗതാഗത സംവിധാനങൾഭമിശാസതിെന അടെിസാന തതവങൾ- –ഭമിയുടെടെ ഘടെന അനരീക്ഷം, പാറകൾ, ഭൗേമാപരിതലെം, അനരീക്ഷ മരദവം കാറം, താപനിലെയുടം ഋതകളം, ആേഗാളപശങൾ- ആേഗാളതാപനം- വിവിധതരംമലെിനീകരണങൾ, മാപകൾ- േടൊേപാഗഫിക് മാപകൾ, അടെയാളങൾ, വിദരസംേവദനം- ഭമിശാസപരമായ വിവരസംവിധാനം, മഹാസമുദങൾ, സമുദചലെനങൾ, ഭഖ്ണങൾ, േലൊകരാഷങളം അവയുടെടെ സവിേശഷതകളംേകരളം: ഭപകതി- ജിലകൾ, സവിേശഷതകൾ- നദികൾ- – കാലൊവസസവാഭാവിക സസയപകതി- വനയജീവി- കഷിയുടം ഗേവഷണ സാപനങളം- ധാതകളം വയവസായവം- ഊരജ േസാതസകൾ- േറാഡ്- ജലെ- െറയില- േവയാമ ഗതാഗത സംവിധാനങൾഗുരതവാകരഷണം - അഭിേകന്ദ്ര ബലെം, അപേകന്ദ്രബലെം, ഉപഗഹങൾ – പാലൊയന പേവഗം, പിണവം ഭാരവം - 'g' യുടെടെ മലെയം - ഭമിയുടെടെ വിവിധസലെങളില 'g'യുടെടെ മലെയം.ചലെനം - നയൂടെന ചലെന നിയമങൾ - മനാം ചലെന നിയമം - ആകം - െപാജൈക്ടൈല േമാഷന – മനാം ചലെന നിയമം ഉപേയാഗെപടുത്തുന സന്ദരഭങൾ, ISRO യുടെടെ ബഹിരാകാശ േനടൾ.താപം - താപനിലെ - വിവിധതരം െതരേമാമീററുകൾ, ആരദത -ആേപക്ഷിക ആരദത.പകാശം - െലെനസ്, ദരപണം - r=2f എന സമവാകയം ഉപേയാഗെപടുതിയുടള ഗണിതപശങൾ, പകാശതിെന വിവിധ പതിഭാസങൾ – മഴവില് - വസ്തുകളെടെ വിവിധ വരണങൾ , ഇലെേക്ട്രാമാഗ്നറിക് െസ്പെക്ട്രം- IR Rays – UV Rays – X-Rays- േഫാേടാ ഇലെക്ട്രിക് ഇഫക്റ്റ് .പവരതി - ഊരജം - പവര – ഗണിത പശങൾ, ഉേതാലെകങൾ, വിവിധതരം ഉേതാലെകങൾ.ബലെം - വിവിധ തരം ബലെങൾ - ഘരഷണം - ഘരഷണതിെന ഉപേയാഗങളം േദാഷങളം, ദാവക മരദം - പവക്ഷമ ബലെം - ആരകമിഡീസ് തതവം - പാസ്ക്കല നിയമം - സാന്ദ്രത – ആേപക്ഷിക സാന്ദ്രത - അഡ്ഹിഷന െകാഹീഷന ബലെങൾ – േകശിക ഉയരച – വിസ്കസ് ബലെം - പതലെ ബലെം.ഭൗതീക ശാസതിെന ശാഖ്കൾ, ദവയം - യണിറ്, അളവകളം േതാതം.ശബ്ദം - വിവിധ തരം തരംഗങൾ – വയതയസ്ത മാധയമങ്ങളില പകാശതിെന പേവഗം, അനരണനം, ആവരതന പതിപതനം.ആറം - തനമാത - ദവയതിെന വിവിധ അവസകൾ -രപാനരതവം - വാതക നിയമങൾ – അകവാറീജിയ.മലെകങൾ – ആവരതനപടിക - േലൊഹങളം അേലൊഹങളം - രാസ - ഭൗതിക മാറങൾ - രാസപവരതനങൾ – ലൊയനികൾ, മിശിതങൾ, സംയുടക്തങൾ.േലൊഹങൾ - അേലൊഹങൾ – േലൊഹസങരങൾ, ആസിഡും ആലകലെിയുടം - pH മലെയം - ആലകേലൊയിഡുകൾ.Law for the Protections of Vulnerable Sections – Protection of Civil Rights – Atrocities against SC & ST – National Commission for SC / ST- Kerala State SC/ST Commission – National and State Minority Commission – National Human Rights Commission and State Human Rights Commission - Protection of Senior Citizen.Protection and Safeguarding of Women – Offences affecting Public Decency and Morals. National and State Commission for Women – The Protection of Women (from Domestic Violence) Act, 2005.Protection and Safeguards of Children – Protection of Children from Sexual Offence (POCSO) Act, 2012.Protection of Consumers – Rights of Consumers.Right to Information Act – Information Exempted; Constitution of Information Commissions- Powers and Functions.േകരളം- സംസാനസിവിലസരവീസ്, ഭരണഘടെനാ സാപനങൾ, വിവിധ കമീഷനകൾ, സാമഹിക സാമതിക വാണിജയ ആസതണ അടെിസാന വിവരങൾ, ദരന നിവാരണ അേതാറിറി, തണീരതടെ സംരക്ഷണം, െതാഴിലം േജാലെിയുടം, േദശീയ ഗാമീണ െതാഴില പദതികൾ, ഭപരിഷരണങൾ, സീകൾ, കടികൾ, മുതിരന പൗരനമാര എനിവരെടെ സംരക്ഷണം, സാമഹയേക്ഷമം, സാമഹയ സരക്ഷിതതവം
പാേദശിക ഭാഷകൾ ( മലെയാളം, കനഡ, തമിഴ്)
Sec 3
AntonymsCorrect SentenceEquivalent WordFeminine Gender, Masculine GenderIdioms and ProverbsJoin the WordNumberOne Word / Single Word / One Word SubstitutionSort and WriteSynonymsTranslationWord Purity / Correct WordAdding PhrasesAntonyms / OppositeCorrect Structure of SentenceCorrect WordEqual WordGender Classification – Feminine, MasculineJoin the WordPhrases and ProverbsSeparateSingle WordSingular, PluralSynonymsTranslationഒറപദംഘടെക പദം (വാകയം േചരെതഴുതക)പദശുദിപരയായംപരിഭാഷപിരിെചഴുതലവചനംവാകയശുദിവിപരീത പദംസമാനപദംസീലെിംഗം പലിംഗംേചരെതഴുതകൈശലെികൾ പഴെഞാല്ലുകൾ
ലഘുഗ്ണിതവും, മൊനസികേ േശഷിയും നിരീക്ഷണപൊടവ പരിേശൊധനയും
Sec 4
ഒറയാെന കെണത്തുക (Odd man out)കടുംബ ബനങൾ (Family Relations)കലെണറും തീയതിയുടം (Date and Calendar)ക്ല റ ി ക ല േശ ഷ ി പ ര ി േശാ ധ ി ക ന ത ി ന ള േചാ ദ യ ങ ൾ ( C l e r i c a l A b i l i t y )ഗണിത ചിഹ്നങൾ ഉപേയാഗിചള പശങൾ (Problems on Mathematics Signs)ദിശാവേബാധം ( Sense of Direction)സംഖ്യാവേലൊകന പശങൾസമാന ബനങൾ (Analogy- Word Analogy, Alphabet Analogy, Number Analogy)സാന നിരണയ പരിേശാധനേകാഡിംഗും ഡീേകാഡിംഗും (Coding and De Coding)േക്ലാകിെലെ സമയവം പതിബിംബവം (Time in a clock and its reflection)േക്ലാകിെലെ സമയവം േകാണളവം (Time and Angles)േശണികൾ സംഖ്യാ േശണികൾ, അക്ഷര േശണികൾ (Series)അംശബനവം അനപാതവം (Ratio and Proportion)കതയങങൾ (Laws of Exponents)ജയാമിതീയ രപങളെടെ ചറളവ്, വിസ്തീരണം, വയാപം തടെങിയവ (Mensuration)ഭിനസംഖ്യകളം ദശാംശ സംഖ്യകളം (Fraction and Decimal Numbers)ലൊഭവം നഷ്ടവം (Profit and Loss)ശതമാനം (Percentage)ശരാശരി (Average)സംഖ്യകളം അടെിസാന കിയകളം (Numbers and Basic Operations)സമയവം ദരവം (Time and Distance)സമയവം പവൃതിയുടം (Time and Work)സാധാരണ പലെിശയുടം കട്ടുപലെിശയുടം (Simple and Compound Interest)േപാേഗഷനകൾ (Progressions)
Technical
100 Marks
Architectural Assistant
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the Architectural Assistant post in the Public Works Department (Architectural Wing).
90m
10s
#kerala-psc#architecture#architectural-assistant#engineering#design
Syllabus Explorer
Climate and Environment Design
Sec 1
active and passive systemsbehavioral theoriesblue-green infrastructure and eco-citiesBuilding Envelopes and Facades,Design and performance of building envelopescarbon neutral concepts and net zero citiesclimate adaptation in contemporary architectureClimate and built formclimate and human comfortclimate change and natural disastersclimate responsive design in various tropical climatesday light and lightingDesign strategies for improving air quality, lighting, and acousticsecological processes and principleselements of climateenergy modelling and energy conscious designenvironment and climate summitsenvironment and human behaviorEnvironment Impact Assessment (EIA)environmental legislation and regulationsenvironmental planning and environmental design principlesFactors affecting IEQFundamentals of ecologygreen building standards and certification systemsheat flow through buildingsheat transfer performances of different materialsIndoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)Methods for conducting LCA in building designmicro and macro climatenatural ventilation and wind movementrenewable energy and its applicationssolar systems and shading devicesStrategies for reducing the environmental impact of buildingsthermal comfort indicestropical urbanism and climate sensitive designurban climatologyUrban Heat Island Effect
Architectural Principles, Philosophies and Theories
Sec 2
Adaptive Reuse and Conservationanalyzing architecture: architectural grammar, styles and aesthetic componentsarchitecture and societyBiophilic Designcreativity and meaning in design and design processCultural and Contextual DesignEmerging Trends in Architectural TheoryEthics in ArchitectureFundamental principles of architecturemodern and postmodern socio-cultural movements in architecture and related theoriesprinciples of compositionprinciples of visual design and visual perceptionSustainable Design Principlesvernacular architectural forms and its cultural geographyworks of master Architects and their philosophy
Building Services and Structural Systems
Sec 3
advanced construction technologybasic concepts of structural systemscantilevered structuresconstruction of tall buildingdesign of structural elements in wood, steel and RCCearthquake resistant structureselectrical services and illuminationfirefighting, building safety and securityliquid and solid waste managementMaintenance and repair strategies for aging structuresprinciples of pre-stressingsanitation, sewerage and drainage systemservices in high rise buildingsSmart building technologies, IoTstress and strain behaviors of steel and concreteStructural behavior of various building materialsstructural properties of columns and beamsstructural properties of retaining walls and foundationstypes of load bearing structuresventilation and air conditioningWater supply and plumbing systemwater treatment, water harvesting, wastewater treatment, industrial and hazardous waste treatment and disposal
Building Construction and Project Management
Sec 4
advanced structural components and its construction technologyarchitectural acousticsBIS specificationsbuilding estimation, specification and budgetingBuilding materials and fundamentals of building constructionconcept of disaster preparedness, mitigation and managementconstruction of: foundations, super structure, door and window systems, wall and floor systems, roof systems, vertical transportation systems etc.construction scheduling systemscontracts and tenderscost effective technologydisaster resilient construction techniquesImplementation and management of BIM in construction projectsIntroduction to BIMLegal aspects and dispute resolution in construction contractsmodular constructionproject management information systemsProject management techniques (CPM, PERT)Quality control processes in constructionsustainable construction practicesTechniques and technologies for prefabricationtraditional and vernacular construction practicesTypes of construction contractsvaluation of properties
Architectural Design and Practice
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anthropometric studiesArchitect Act and Council of Architecture regulations in professional practice and Architectural educationarchitectural elementsbarrier free designBasic parameters of designbuilding information systembuilt environment and space standardscontemporary developments in architecture design and practicecurrent building regulations and safety standardsdesign standards, set back rules, coverage, campus planningDesigning for inclusivity and accessibilityenergy conservation and green building regulationsenvironment behavior and design needsFAR, FSI, density, occupancy groups, parking standardsharmonized, guidelines and standards for universal accessibilityintegration of form and functionlaws and legislation related to Architectural practicePrinciples of universal designprofessional charges, tenders and contractsProfessional responsibilities and conductrainwater harvestingresidential typologiesrole of development authorities and LSGI’ssite planning and context studiessite services and circulation systemsvaluation and arbitration
History of Architecture and Cultural Anthropology
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Architecture during early cultures, paleolithic and neolithic periodarchitecture in the globalized worldarts and crafts movementcolonial architecturecritical regionalismdeconstructionearly Christian, byzantine, Romanesque and gothic architectureimpact of industrial revolutionIndian architecture: Buddhist and Hindu period, Dravidian and Indo-Aryan architectureInternational styleIslamic architecture: imperial, provincial and Mughal periodKerala Architecture: vernacular and traditional domestic, religious and cultural architecturemodern architecture, Chicago school, Bauhaus school and isms in architecturepost modernismrenaissance architecturesettlements of pre-historic civilization, river valley cultures, pre-classical civilizationsworks of renowned national and international architects
Landscape Planning and Design
Sec 7
Climate-Responsive LandscapingCommunity engagement in landscape planningcontemporary attitudes to nature and natural systemscontemporary developments trends in ecological urbanismDesigning landscapes for different climate zonesecological and cultural resourceselements and principles of landscape designhuman relationship with nature and its evolution over timeLandscape Architecture and its relevancelandscape construction techniqueslandscape engineeringlandscape urbanismPrinciples of designing public parks and recreational areassite development processessite planning philosophyUnderstanding and designing cultural landscapesurban landscape and ecological planning principles and processesWater Management in Landscape Design
Advanced Research Methods, Contemporary Practices and Innovation in Architecture
Sec 8
Comprehensive research techniques, encompassing both qualitative and quantitative methods, data analysis, and case study researchcutting-edge technologies, advanced materials, and novel construction methods such as smart buildings, parametric design, 3D printing, and sustainable practicesinterdisciplinary approach, integrating insights from computer science, engineering, environmental science, and social sciences to address multifaceted architectural challenges
Human Habitats and Development Theories
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contemporary urban development trendseconomic development modelsEvolution of human habitatsglobalization and urban developmenthabitat conferenceshousing, housing policies and financeinclusive urban developmentpatterns and trends in Indian urbanizationPlanning history and planning theoriespost-colonial and postmodern citiespre-industrial and post-industrial citiesrural development planningrural-urban (r’urban) developmentssettlement patternslums and urban povertysmart urban growth strategiessustainable development: theories, concepts and approachestypes of human settlementsurban culture and urban societyurban growth theoriesurbanism and urbanization theories
Urban Planning and Urban Design
Sec 10
development economicsdevelopment managementecosystem services and ecological restorationEnvironmental Impact Assessment (EIA)Importance of EIA in urban planninginfrastructure developmentinstitutional mechanisms for development planning and implementationmodern and post-modern urbanism theoriesnational and international heritage conservation policiesnational and local development planning institutionsnational policies and programs for urban developmentneighborhood design principlesnew urbanismparticipatory design processesplanning for tourismplanning legislation and governance mechanismspoverty alleviation and slum upgradation schemesPrinciples of urban designregional planning and resource developmentresilient cities and healthy city conceptsRole of urban data in decision-making processessocial justice in citiestraffic and transportation planningtransit oriented development (TOD) principlesurban conservationUrban Data and GISurban form and urban space theoriesurban patternsUrban planning techniquesurban processes shaping citiesurban renewal and redevelopmenturban systems managementUse of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in urban planning
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Geophysicist
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Junior Geophysicist in Ground Water Department.
75m
8s
#kerala-psc#geophysics#groundwater#earth-science#degree-level
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Radiometric methods
Sec 1
Application of Radiometric Methods for ExplorationDecay ConstantG M CounterHalf-LifeRadioactive EquilibriumRadioactive Waste DisposalScintillation DetectorSemiconductor Devices
Basic Ground Water Geophysics
Sec 2
Aquifer Characteristics and Aquifer parameterclassification of groundwater in respect to domestic, irrigation and industrial usesclassification of rock with respect to their water bearing characteristics: aquifer, aquiclude, aquitard, aquifuge and classification of aquifersDarcy’s law and its validityGroundwater occurrenceHydro-geochemistry:characteristics of groundwaterHydrology cycleMulti-layer aquifersorigin and vertical distribution of ground waterPollution of groundwater
Gravity and Magnetic Methods
Sec 3
Data Acquisition and and Correction: Aeromagnetic surveys, corrections for gravity and magnetic data, calculation of derivatives, continuation methods, polynomial fitting for regional- residual separation of gravity and magnetic anomalies, graticules and anomalies of irregular bodies, relation between gravity and magnetic potentials, depth estimation, curve matching techniquesGravity prospecting instruments: borehole and airborne gravimeters, magnetic prospecting instruments, Rubidium vapour magnetometer
Well Logging Techniques
Sec 4
Spontaneous Potential (SP) logging: Spontaneous potentials in boreholes and its sourcesAcoustic velocity (Sonic) logging, Cement Bond Log (CBL), Litho-density Tool (LDT), Thermal log, caliper or section gauge log, Casing Collar Locator's (CCL), dip and direction logging, gravity logging, nuclear magnetic resonance loggingObjectives of well logging methodsGamma ray logging, gamma-gamma ray logging, neutron-gamma logging, neutron-epithermal- neutron logging
Electrical and Electromagnetic Prospecting
Sec 5
Electrical methods of geophysical prospecting, classification of electrical methods. Principles of Resistivity methods, Instruments for Resistivity methods; Resistivity meters, electrodes and field procedures. Resistivity array configurations (Wenner, Schlumberger, dipole-dipole, pole-pole, pole-dipole), Profiling and Sounding techniques- Horizontal resistivity profing (HRP) and Vertical Electrical Sounding (VES); Resistivity imaging, Resistivity Data curvesMembrane and Electrode polarizations, IP field equipments, field procedure, IP in time domain and Frequency domain measurements, interpretation and applicationsPrinciples of EM prospecting. Classification of EM methods. Induction: Telluric method, Geomagnetic Depth Sounding. Magnetotelluric methods: Origin and characteristics of MT fields
Remote Sensing (RS) and GIS
Sec 6
Fundamentals of Remote Sensing: Energy sources, principles of solar and terrestrial radiation, laws of radiation, energy interactions, spectral patterns and signaturesRS and GIS application in in various earth science studies and allied topics – structure and tectonics, Lithological mapping, mineral resources, natural hazards and disaster mitigation, groundwater potentials and environmental monitoring; LULC mapping, Application of RS and GIS in the potential area identification for water wellsSatellite navigation systems: Global Positioning System (GPS) and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS). Applications of GPS and GNSS in the field of ground water studies
Solid Earth Geophysics
Sec 7
Geomagnetism, geomagnetic storms, Earth's current, sun spot, solar flares, lunar and solar variations, Palaeomagnetism, polar wandering, reversal of geomagnetic fieldHeat flow, thermal history of the earth, sources of heat generation and temperature distribution inside the earth, Radiometric datingInternal constitution of the earth, characteristics of lithosphere, and asthenosphere, causes of geodynamical process, continental drift. Ocean floor spreading, plate tectonics and plate boundaries, geomagnetic time scale, Benioff zones, oceanic ridges, triple junction, trenches and island arcs, hot spotsShape and size of the earth, international gravity formula and rotation of the earth. Concept of isostasy - Airy, Heiskanan and Pratt- Hayford hypotheses
Seismic methods
Sec 8
Introduction to seismology, focus, focal depth, epicentre, intensity and magnitude scales and energy of earthquakes, foreshocks and aftershocks, Elastic rebound theory after Harry F Reid, seismicity of India, Himalayas and global seismicity, seismic zonation, seismic micro-zonation, seismic zoning of India, induced seismicity, concept of inhomogeneity and anisotropy, types and causes of earthquakePrinciple of electromagnetic seismograph, displacement meters, velocity meter, accelerometer and strain meter seismographs, World-Wide Standardized Seismograph Network (WWSSN) stations, seismic arrays for detection of nuclear explosions, wide-band seismometry, strong motion seismographSeismic ray theory for spherically stratified earth and velocity structure from travel time data, propagation and characteristics of body waves, surface waves, group and phase velocities, different phases of body waves and their applications, preparation of preliminary reports and identification of phases, determination of epicentre, focal depth and magnitudes, theory of elasticity, reflection of body waves, focal mechanism solutions and tectonic implications, earthquake generation models, hazard analysis, reflection of seismic waves from the free surfaces
Technical
100 Marks
Fireman
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Fireman in Kerala Kerakarshaka Sahakarana Federation Limited (KERAFED). This post typically requires candidates to have an SSLC pass with an NTC/NAC (Boiler) Certificate, focusing on fire safety, boiler operations, and related technical skills.
75m
0s
#kerala-psc#fireman#kerfed#technical#boiler-operations
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Technical
100 Marks
Biochemist
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Biochemist in the Medical Education Department.
90m
6s
#kerala-psc#biochemistry#medical-education#degree-level
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TECHNIQUES IN BIOCHEMISTRY
Sec 1
Chromatography: Basic principles, Instrumentation, working and applications of partition chromatography (Paper), adsorption chromatography (TLC, HPTLC, different types of columns), affinity chromatography, ion exchange chromatography, gel filtration chromatography, gas-liquid chromatography (GLC), high pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC).Electrophoresis: Basic principles, instrumentation and applications of electrophoresis. Factors affecting electrophoresis. Electrophoretic techniques – Agarose gel, SDS-PAGE, Capillary, 2-D and Pulsed field.Microscopy: Basic principles, instrumentation and applications of microscopy. Bright field, Phase-contrast, Fluorescence and Confocal Microscopy, Electron Microscope – Scanning and Transmission Electron Microscopy, Atomic Force Microscopy. Histopathology – definition, fixation, decalcification, tissue processing, cutting, staining and analysis.NMR and mass spectrometry: Principle, instrumentation, working and application of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), Electron Spin Resonance (ESR), Mass spectrometry - GC-MS, HPLC-MS and LC-MS/MS, Matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization, Time- of Flight Mass spectroscopy (MALDI-TOF MS), X-ray crystallography.PCR and Immunological techniques: DNA amplification by PCR - Conventional, Reverse-Transcriptase, Inverse, Quantitative Real-time, Nested and Multiplex PCR. Primer designing.Spectroscopy: Principle, Concept of absorptions, transmission, scattering, phosphorescence, fluorescence, luminescence, diffraction spectra. Principle, instrumentation, working and application of UV, Visible and IR spectroscopy, spectrofluorimetry, flame photometry, atomic absorption spectrometry, luminometry.
MOLECULAR ENDOCRINOLOGY
Sec 2
Classification of hormones, overview of circulation, modification and degradation. Target tissue feedback control. Hormone receptors - general features, structure and regulation. Mechanism of hormone action. Synthesis, secretion, transport, metabolic fate, biological actions, mechanism of action, functions and regulation of hormones secreted by the Hypothalamus and Pituitary, Thyroid, Pancreas, adrenal and Gastrointestinal hormones. Endocrine disorders and their detection methods. Thyroid function tests. Hormones and human health.
CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY
Sec 3
Clinical Enzymology: Principles of diagnostic enzymology, Factors affecting enzyme levels in blood. Principle, assay, and clinical significance of transaminases, creatine kinase, lactate, Dehydrogenase, phosphatases, 5’nucleotidase, gamma –glutamyl transferase, amylase, lipase, trypsin, chymotrypsin, choline esterase, glutamate dehydrogenase and glucose -6-phosphate dehydrogenase. Enzyme pattern in diseases: Myocardial infarction, hepatobiliary diseases.Organ function tests and related disorders: Liver function test and related disorders: Jaundice, cirrhosis, hepatitis, fatty liver and gall stones. Renal function test and related disorders: Acute renal failure. glomerular disease, tubular diseases, analysis of urinary calculi. Gastric and pancreatic function tests. Hyper and hypo lipoproteinemia’s and diagnostic test for lipoprotein disorders. Atherosclerosis, Diabetes, Cancer, Inflammatory arthritis, Obesity – Risk factors, Molecular pathogenesis, Biochemical and clinical features, diagnosis, treatment.Specimen collection and automation: Specimen collection and processing: Blood collection methods, anticoagulants. Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF): Composition and collection, gross examination, cell counts, chemical examination and bacteriologic examination. Amniotic fluid: Origin, collection, composition and routine analysis of amniotic fluid. Collection and examination of Synovial fluid, Pleural fluid, Pericardial fluid and Peritoneal fluid. Collection of urine: Timed urine specimens, urine preservatives. Basic concepts and definitions of automation in the clinical laboratory. Multifunction Workstations (Automated Specimen Processing), Total Laboratory Automation Systems. Post assay processing, Signal processing, Data handling and Process control, Instrument clusters, Microtiter plate systems, Automated pipetting stations.
PHARMACOLOGY
Sec 4
Clinical Toxicology: Definition, classification of toxicity – occupational, environmental and pharmaceutical. Types of toxins and their mechanism of action. Factors affecting toxicity- Drug tolerance, intolerance, addiction, allergy, hypersensitivity, antagonism and synergism. Methods of detection. Drug abuses and their biological effects. Clinical symptoms of toxicity and marker parameters.Introduction to pharmacology, sources of drugs, Classification of drugs based on sources, dosage forms, route of administration, site of action of drugs. Mechanism of action, concept of receptors, combined effect of drugs, factors modifying drug action. Dose response curve- ED50 and LD50.Pharmacokinetics: Absorption and distribution of drugs, importance of drug – protein interaction. Drug metabolism: chemical pathway of drug metabolism, phase I and phase II reactions, role of cytochrome P450, non- microsomal reactions of drug metabolism, drug metabolizing enzymes. Drug elimination of liver and kidney.
ENZYMOLOGY
Sec 5
Enzyme kinetics: Order of reaction, progress curve for enzyme catalyzed reactions. Factors affecting the velocity of enzyme catalyzed reaction - enzyme concentration, temperature, pH, inhibitors and activators, Michaelis-Menten equation; Km and Vmax values and their significance, Lineweaver-Burk plot and its physiological significance. Enzyme inhibition – competitive, non-competitive, uncompetitive and mixed. Allosteric and feedback inhibition with examples, suicide inhibition. Dose-response curves of enzyme inhibition. Regulation of enzyme activity-covalent regulation, allosteric regulation, Feedback regulation. Multienzyme complex- Mechanism of action and regulation.Enzyme Technology: Isolation and purification of enzymes and criteria of purity- specific activity. Industrial and therapeutic uses of enzymes. Immobilization of enzymes and their applications. Designer enzymes - Abzymes, Ribozymes. Serum enzymes in health and disease-diagnostic and therapeutic applications.Nomenclature and classification of enzymes. Energy of activation and its significance. Enzyme specificity, measurement and expression of enzyme activity - Definition of Unit, international unit (IU), katal. Coenzymes- classification - vitamin and nonvitamin coenzymes. Mechanism of enzyme action- Active site, Mechanism of enzyme action - general acid-base catalysis, covalent catalysis, proximity and orientation effects, role of metal ion in enzyme catalysis, mechanism of serine proteases - chymotrypsin, lysozyme, and ribonuclease.
QA, QC AND GLP
Sec 6
QA QC in Clinical Laboratory: Quality assurance and Quality Control with reference to clinical laboratory, Factors influencing quality. Quality assurance cycle: Pre analytic, analytic and post analytic. QC procedures. Internal quality control and external quality control. Types of errors: Random Error, systematic error. Reasons for laboratory errors. Quality system essentials. Overview of statistics including, calculation of mean, standard deviation and probability. Monitoring QC data, Levey-Jennings Chart, Westgard rules. Clinical audit of the laboratory, Trouble shooting.Quality Assurance: Their functions and advantages, Concept of Quality, Control Quality Standards- Advantages and Disadvantages. Good laboratory practices, WHO guidelines on GLP and GMP, Quality assurances in Good Laboratory Practices.
Technical
100 Marks
Livestock Inspector Gr. II ||| Poultry Assistant ||| Milk Recorder ||| Store Keeper ||| Enumerator
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for various posts in the Animal Husbandry Department, including Livestock Inspector Grade II, Poultry Assistant, Milk Recorder, Store Keeper, and Enumerator.
90m
10s
#kerala-psc#animal-husbandry#livestock-management#poultry#technical-level
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Introduction to Animal Husbandry
Sec 1
Anatomical Peculiarities of liver, kidney, spleen and stomach of cattle, pig, chicken and dogDefinitionsHormonal role in lactationInhibition of milk let downPeak production and drying upPhysiology of milk let downProcess of ruminant digestionStructure of mammary gland in cattleStructure of ruminant stomachDifferent body parts (regions, body cavities, joints)Different terms associated with the husbandry of cattle, buffalo, goat, sheep, pig, chicken, duck, turkey and quailGestation periodIncubation period of eggsScientific names of cattle, buffalo, goat, sheep, pig, chicken, duck, turkey and quailImportance of record keepingImportant dairy farm recordsImportant poultry farm recordsFarming systems (mixed, diversified, organic, integrated)Normal range of temperature, pulse, respiration, rumen motilityPersonnel Protective Equipment (Goggles, Hard hat, Mask, Breathing apparatus, Gumboots)Risks associated with livestock farms
Poultry Husbandry
Sec 2
Digestive systemEffect of light on egg productionFemale reproductive systemMolting and bleachingPhysiology of egg formationRespiratory systemBiosecurity measures for a poultry farmEtiology, important symptoms and preventive measures (Pasteurellosis, Salmonellois, New castle disease (NCD), Fowl pox, Marek’s disease (MD), Infectious bursal disease (IBD), Avian influenza, Aspergillosis, Coccidiosis, Ascaridia galli infection, Lice and mite infestations, Rickets, Nutritional roup, Curled toe paralysis, Crazy chick disease)Litter managementVaccination and vaccination ScheduleAverage requirement of total feed for chicks, growers, layers and broilersCommon ingredients used for the formulation of poultry feedDifferent types of feeders and waterersFeed additivesFeed efficiency in layers and broilersFeeding systems of poultry (Adlibitum feeding, Restricted feeding, Mash feeding, Pelleted feeding)Abnormal eggs (Double yolked egg, an egg within an egg, pale egg, soft shelled egg, blood spot, meat spot)Candling and grading of eggsHatchery operations (Collection of eggs, fumigation, setting, identification methods for birds, sexing of chicks, dubbing, debeaking, disposal of hatchery waste)Incubator management (parts of incubator, pre-requisites for egg incubation)Selection of hatching eggsStructure of eggAdvantages of duck rearingDuck diseases (Pasteurellosis, Duck plague, Duck hepatitis, Aflatoxicosis)Housing, feeding and management of ducksSex differentiationAdvantages of quail rearingDiseases of quail and health care (Quail enteritis)Housing, feeding and management of quailSex differentiationCare of poultsDiseases of turkey and health care (Pasteurellosis, Black head disease)Housing, feeding and management of TurkeySex differentiationIdentification methods for poultryMerits and demerits of poultry rearingBroiler managementGeneral management of breeders (Mating methods, Artificial insemination in chicken, Trap nesting)Grower managementLayer management (factors affecting egg production, differentiating good and poor layers, Managemental practices for producing good quality eggs, Hen day and Hen housed egg production standards)Management of chicks (Brooding, brooder set up, brooder management)
Animal welfare
Sec 3
3 Rs of Animal welfareGuidelines related to transportation of animals (By foot, by road and by rail)Human-Animal conflictsPrevention of cruelty to animals (PCA) act (Purpose, general cruelties to animals)Types of animal freedom
Breeding and Reproduction in cattle
Sec 4
Breeding methods (Grading-up, Progeny testing, In-breeding, Out-breeding, Cross breeding)GenotypePhenotypeSelection methods (Random selection, Individual selection, Family selection, Pedigree selection)Dry periodDystociaEquipment used for A.I.Estrus cycleHeat detection methodsHeat signs of cattleHormonal interplay of female reproductionHormonal interplay of male reproductionInfertility in cattleInter-calving periodMultiple Ovulation and Embryo Transfer (MOET)Pregnancy diagnosisRecto-vaginal method of A.I.Semen collection using artificial vagina and examination of semen quality (Macroscopic and Microscopic)Semen extenders and preservation (Coconut milk extender, Egg-yolk citrate, Liquid Nitrogen)Service periodSexual maturity and pubertySigns of calvingSpeculum method of A.I.Stages of parturitionStructure and function of bovine female reproductive SystemStructure and function of bovine male reproductive system
Husbandry of Goats, Pigs and Rabbits
Sec 5
Breeding of rabbitsCare new born kitsCare of pregnant rabbitsCoprophagyDiseases of rabbits (Pasteurellosis, sore hock, mange, hair balls)Feeding of rabbitsHousing rabbitsSex differentiation in rabbitsA.I. in goatAdvantages of goat rearingCare and management of kidsCare and management of lactating doesCare and management of pregnant doesCommon diseases of goats (PPR, CCPP, Tetanus, PEM)Feeding of goatsHousing requirements of goatsManagement of bucksSigns of heat in goatAdvantages and disadvantages of pig farmingCare and management of pigletsCare of farrowing sowHousing of pigs
Bovine Management practices
Sec 6
Age determination using dentitionAge determination using horn ringsDental formula of cattle (permanent and deciduous)Importance of age determination in cattleBypass protein feedClassification of feed ingredientsConcentrate feed ingredientsFodder preservation by Silaging (advantages of silage, types of silos, process of silage making, qualities of a good silage)Hay making (steps of hay making, qualities of good hay)Leguminous fodder (cow pea, subabul)Proximate principles (Digestible crude protein (D.C.P), metabolizable energy (M.E), total digestible nutrients (T.D.N)RoughagesThump rules for feeding animals (maintenance, lactation, pregnancy allowances)Total Mixed Ration (TMR)Unconventional feed stuffBiosecurity measures for disease controlCarcass disposal methodsCMT- Dry cow therapyDefinition of health and diseaseDisinfection and disinfestationEtiology, symptoms and control measures of Anthrax, HS, BQ, TB, brucellosis, leptospirosis, rabies, Mastitis, lumpy skin diseaseFirst aid measures for cattle and First aid kitManagement of wounds in animalsMeasures to prevent mastitisMetabolic diseases (Milk fever, Ketosis)Parasitic diseases (Amphistomosis, tick infestation, mite infestation)Phytotoxins (Hydrogen cyanide poisoning, Gossypol toxicity)Precautions for vaccinationQuarantine proceduresSigns of healthTypes of diseasesVaccination schedule for cattleChemical brandingEar notchingElectronic chips/transpondersFreeze brandingHot iron brandingTaggingTattooingFunctioning of milking machineHand milking methods (full hand method, stripping, knuckling)Machine milkingMilking parlour systemParts of milking machineArtificial respirationCare of new borne calvesColostrum feedingCutting of umbilical cordDehorningDewormingFeeding of calvesNose rope applicationPail feedingWeaning of calvesAnimal behaviourCasting using Alternate MethodCasting using Reuff’s methodInstruments used for controlling animals (anti-cow kicker, milk man’s rope, trevis, halter, mouth gag)Precautions for castingPrecautions while approaching the animalRestraining of head, forelimbs, hind limbs
Livestock products
Sec 7
Commercial egg products (whole egg powder, albumen powder)Nutritive value of eggPreservation of egg (Chilling, freezing, pickling, water glass method, lime sealing)Structure of eggMeat products (Sausage, meat cutlet, nuggets)Nutritive value of meatPreservation of meat (Chilling, freezing, thermal processing, canning, curing, smoking, irradiation)Basics of preparation of various types of milk products (Paneer, Chhana, Khoa, Dahi, Cheese, Ghee, Cream, Whey, Skim milk, Ice cream)Classification of milk products (acid coagulated, fermented, fat rich, by-products, frozen products)Methods preservation of milk (Pasteurization, sterilization, chilling)Nutritive value of milkTypes of milk commercially available (Toned milk, double toned milk, Homogenized milk, Condensed milk)Adulteration of milk (starch, formaline, cane sugar, water)Measurement of specific gravity using lactometerMeasures to produce clean milkSources of contamination of milk
Breeds of Livestock
Sec 8
Origin and important breed characteristics of the following breeds - Sahiwal, Red Sindhi, Gir, Hallikar, Kangayam, Amrit Mahal, Kankrej, Hariana, Tharparkar, Vechur, Kasaragod dwarf, Jersey, Holstein Friesian, Brown Swiss, Murrah, Surti, Jaffarabadi, Mehsana, Nili Ravi, Nagpuri, Toda, Malabari, Attapady black, Barbari, Jamunapari, Sirohi, Saanen, Alpine, Boer, Kashmiri, Marwari, Merino, Large white Yorkshire, Landrace, Duroc, Berkshire, Hampshire, White leghorn, RIR, New Hampshire, Australorp, Plymouth rock, Cornish, Brahma, Cochin, Aseel, Kadaknath, Naked neck, Austro-white, Gramapriya, Athulya, Giriraja, Muscovy, White Pekin, Indian runner, Khakhi Campbell, Chara, Chemballi, Broad breasted bronze turkey, Beltsville small white turkey, Japanese quail, Bobwhite quailClassification and comparison of breeds according to utility (Milch, Draught, Dual)Comparison of Indian and exotic breeds of cattleDefinition of breedDefinition of class, variety and strain of poultry
Management of dogs and cats
Sec 9
Feeding of catsImportant breeds of cats (Persian, Burmese)Restraining of catsBasic awareness on diseases of dogs (Rabies, Canine distemper, Parvo viral enteritis)Breeding of dogsCare of pupsDewormingFeeding of dogsGroomingImportant breeds of dogs (German Shepherd, Labrador, Doberman, Rottweiler, Japanese spitz, Pug)Restraining of dogsSelection of pupsVaccination schedule of dogs
Rearing and Housing of Livestock
Sec 10
Automation of cattle farmCow comfort and measures to ensure itCulling and replacementEffect of climate on animals and birds (Homeostasis, Critical temperature, summer management measures)Free range systemHi-tech dairy farmIntensive systems viz., Tail-to-tail system, Head-to-head system, Deep Litter system, Cage system, Semi-intensive systemLoose house systemMilking parlourRequirements and dimensions of a standard cattle shed (roofing, flooring, sidewalls, layout of tail-to-tail and head-to-head systems)Requirements and dimensions of a standard poultry shed (roofing, flooring, sidewalls)Solid and liquid waste disposal (biogas plant, vermi-composting, composting, slurry, organic mulch)
Technical
100 Marks
Treatment Organizer Gr.II
The Kerala PSC Treatment Organiser Grade II (Health Services 044/2024) exam is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission to recruit candidates for the Health Services Department.
90m
5s
#kerala-psc#health-services#science#higher-secondary-level#physics
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ZOOLOGY
Sec 1
Characteristic features and examples of different phyla (Porifera, Coelenterate, Platyhelminthes, Aschelminthes, Annelida, Arthropoda, Mollusca Echinodermata, Chordate)Allergy, AIDS, CancerImmune system of human bodyTypes of ImmunityChromosomal and Mendelian disordersNon Mendelian inheritance – Co dominance, Multiple allelesSex determination in humansCentral Dogma-Transcription and TranslationDNA Finger printingStructure and functions of DNACardiac cycleECGStructure of Human heartMechanism of Breathing in manParts of Human Respiratory systemTransport of Carbon dioxide and oxygen through bloodEndocrine glands, hormones and their functionsMechanism of Carbohydrate, Protein and fat digestionParts of Human Digestive systemHormonal regulation of Kidney FunctionParts of Human kidneyProcess of Urine FormationEmbryonic developmentFertilizationFunctions of PlacentaGametogenesisImplantationStructure of Male and Female reproductive systemHuman skeletonMechanism of muscle ContractionThree types of musclesTypes of JointsParts of human brainStructure of Eye and EarStructure of NeuronAssisted Reproductive TechnologiesContraceptivesSexually transmitted diseases
BOTANY
Sec 2
Animal husbandryManagement of farms and farm animals , Animal breeding , Bee keeping , FisheriesPlant breeding ,BiofortificationSingle cell proteinTissue culture.Biotechnological applications in agricultureBiotechnological applications in medicineEthical issues.Transgenic animalsCloning vectorsPrinciples of biotechnologyProcess of recombinant DNA technology – Isolation of DNA, Amplification of gene of interest using PCR , Obtaining foreign gene product , Downstreaming process.Separation and isolation of DNA fragments ( Gel electrophoresis )Tools of recombinant DNA technologyCell CyclePhases of cell cycle – Interphase , Mitosis , Meiosis .Cell organelles - Structure and function.Cell TheoryProkaryotic and Eukaryotic cellsDecompositionEcological PyramidsEcological Succession – Hydrarch Succession , Xerarch Succession.Ecosystem-Structure and FunctionEnergy flowNutrient cycling.ProductivityDeforestation , ReforestationGreenhouse effect and global warming ,Ozone depletionPeople’s participation in conservation of forests.Pollution – Air , WaterAdaptationsOrganisms and its environment , Abiotic factors , Response to abiotic factorsPopulations – Population attributes , Population growth , Life history variation , Population interactions .Asexual reproduction – MethodsSexual reproduction – Events , Ovipary, Vivipary.Vegetative propagulesApomixis , Polyemryony.Artificial hybredisationDouble fertilizationEndosperm , Embryo , SeedPistil , Megasporangium ( Ovule ) – Structure and development.Pollination , Outbreeding devicesStamen, Microsporangium, Pollen grain – Structure and development.
MATHEMATICS
Sec 3
Conic (Latus rectum ,eccentricity ,focus etc. of ellipse ,Parabola )Derivatives (Derivatives of some standard functions)Factorial of numbers (Position of a word ,Number of arrangements etc. )Functions ( Type of functions ,Domain and range etc. )Progression( Arithmetic Progression ,Geometric progression)Relations (Type of relations ,Number of relations from a set A to B etc.)Sets (Type of sets, subset, set operations etc .)Straight Line (slope ,intercept etc.)Trigonometry (Questions based on standard results and values)Vector (Perpendicular vector ,Parallel vector ,dot product)
PHYSICS
Sec 4
Collision -Elastic and Inelastic collisionDifferent types of workFriction – Laws of static and kinetic friction, angle of repose, Methods of reducing frictionImpulse and its applicationKinetic and Potential energyLaw of conservation of momentum – Recoil of gunNewton’s laws of motionPowerColour code of resistorsDrift velocity and mobilityElectric current and current densityOhm’s lawPotentiometerResistivity and conductivityAC generatorEddy current and its applicationsFaraday’s lawsReactance of ac circuitsSelf inductionTransformersWattless current and Q-factor of LCR circuitElectromagnetic spectrumProperties of Electro magnetic waves and its usesCapacitancecombination of capacitors -series & ParallelCoulomb’s lawElectric fieldEqui potential surfacesGauss’s theorem and its applicationParallel plate capacitorQuantization of chargeCarnot’s Heat engineFirst and second law of thermodynamicsIsothermal and adiabatic processPrinciple of mixtureScales of temperatureSpecific heat capacityDisplacement and distanceEquation of motionGraphical representation of motions – Position time graph and velocity time graphUniform circular motion – Centripetal force and accelerationVector addition – Triangular law and Parallelogram lawVelocity and accelerationBernoulli’s theorem and its applicationElasticity – Stress and strainEquation of continuityFluid pressureModuli of elasticity -Young, Bulk and rigidityPascal’s law and its applicationsStress strain graphSurface tensionterminal velocityViscosityBohr atom model -Spectral series of Hydrogen atomEinstein’s Photo electric equationHalf life period and nuclear reactorMatter wavesPhoto electric effectBiot-Savart’s law and its application – circular coil, Solenoid and ToroidClassification of magnetic materials – dia, para and ferro materialsGalvanometer to ammeter and voltmeterMagnetic field linesBeats and doppler effectLongitudinal and transverse wavesSimple Harmonic Motion (SHM)simple pendulumVibration in air column – Open pipe and closed pipeCombination of lensInterference -Young’s double slit experimentLens maker’s formulaMicroscopePolarisation -Malu’s law and Brewster’s lawPower of a lensReflection of spherical mirrorsRefraction and its applicationScattering and dispersionTotal internal reflection and its applicationsConcept of Energy band – Classification of materials – conductor, insulators and semiconductorsDoppingHalf wave and full wave rectifiersIntrinsic and extrinsic semiconductorN type and P type semiconductorsP N junction diodePhoto diode and LEDProperties of semiconductorsZener diodeAcceleration due to gravity (g) and its variation with depth and heightEscape velocityKepler’s third lawKinetic energy of rolling bodiesLaw of conservation of angular momentum and its applicationMoment of Inertia of regular bodies – Ring, disc, sphere and CylinderOrbital velocity and time period of satelliteTheorem on Moment of Inertia – Parallel axes and Perpendicular axesTorque and Angular momentumAccuracy and PrecisionErrors in measurement and CalculationMultiples & sub multiples of unitParallax method – for measurement of large distancesSignificant figuresSystem of Units – CGS and S.I System
CHEMISTRY
Sec 5
Applications of d & f block elementsHydrogen – Types of water- Hardness of water-causes of hardness and its removal,Hydrogen peroxideP-Block elements- Allotrops of diamond and Graphite their structure and properties,Compouds of nitrogen –Ammonia and Nitric acid ,compounds of Sulphur-sulphuric acidPeriodic classification of elements- Modern periodic table and the present form of periodic table,periodic trends in properties and their variation along a group and period with reason–atomic radii, electronegativityS-block elements -Biological importance of sodium and calciumAlcohol -Isopropyl alcohol,glycerolBiomolecules-Carbohydates,proteins,vitamins ,nucleic acidsChemistry in Everyday life –Chemistry in food ,medicines (Anticeptic, antibiotic) ,cleansing agentsHydrocarbons –General formula of alkanesOrganic chemistry some Basic principles and techniques- IUPAC nomenclature of organic compounds, Different method used for purification of organic compouds-distillation,crystallization,sublimationPolymers-Poly styrene,Polyurethane,Silicones,Poly carbonates,Polyether,PolyesterTest for alcohols,phenol,aldehydes ,ketonesElectrochemistry-Differenttypesofelectrochemical cells(Galvanic ,also called voltaic and electrolytic)Equilibrium- concept of PHSome basic concepts of chemistry-mole concept calculation, definition of molarity, molaritycalculationsStructure of atom-Different atom model –Rutherford, Neils Bohr, concepts of orbitals,quantum number,shape of s,p,and d orbitals, rules for filling electrons in orbitalsSurface chemistry – Colloids and emulsions- type of colloids with examples –colloids around us
Technical
100 Marks
Training Instructor (Surveyor)
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Training Instructor (Surveyor) in Scheduled Caste Development Department.
110m
10s
#kerala-psc#surveyor#engineering-drawing#technical#diploma-level
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AutoCAD
Sec 1
2D draftingBasic commandsFunction keys and shortcut keysIntroductionknowledge of layout and printingTool bars
LEVELLING AND CONTOURING
Sec 2
Abney levelCharacteristics of ContoursCommon errorsComputation of VolumeContouringCurvature and RefractionGradientInterpolationSensitivity of bubble tubeTemporary and Permanent adjustmentsTerms usedTypes of Levelling
THEODOLITE SURVEY
Sec 3
Angle measurement processesConsecutive and Independent co-ordinatesCurvesElements of CurvesGales Traverse TableHorizontal and Vertical distanceParts of TheodoliteTacheometric constantsTerms used in TacheometryTraversingTypes of CurvesTypes of Theodolite
CHAIN SURVEY
Sec 4
Area calculationclassificationsErrors in Chain surveyField bookInstruments used in Chain surveyIntroduction of SurveyMain divisionsOffsettingPrinciplesRangingTerms used in Chain survey
WORKSHOP CALCULATION AND SCIENCE
Sec 5
Basic ElectricityFractionsHeat and TemperatureMassMaterial scienceMensurationPercentageRatio and ProportionsSimple MachinesSpeed and VelocitySquare RootTrigonometryUnitsWeight and DensityWork, Power and Energy
COMPASS SURVEY
Sec 6
Basic termsClosing errorConversion of bearings from one system to otherDipIncluded anglesInstruments usedLocal attractionMagnetic declinationSetting up of Compass
BUILDING MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION
Sec 7
BricksBuilding StonesClassificationConcreteEstimation – Terms usedFactors affecting duty of waterFoundationIrrigation –Terms used in irrigationLimemeasures to improve duty of waterMortarR C CRoad gradientRoads– Important termsSandTilesTimberTypes of Estimate
MODERN SURVEY INSTRUMENTS
Sec 8
Cartographic ProjectionDigital TheodoliteGISGPSHydrographic SurveyTotal Station
BASIC ENGINEERING DRAWING
Sec 9
Conic sectionsDimensioningDrawing InstrumentsDrawing sheetGeometrical constructionsLetteringProjectionScalesTypes of lines
PLANETABLE SURVEY
Sec 10
ErrorsMethods of Plane tablingSetting up of Plane table
Technical
100 Marks
Studio Assistant
The Kerala PSC recruits Studio Assistants for the Collegiate Education (Music Colleges) Department.
120m
10s
#kerala-psc#fine-arts#photography#computer-graphics#degree-level
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Fauvism to Contemporary art
Sec 1
Abstract ExpressionismArt DecoArt NouveauConceptual ArtConstructivismCubismDadaismDe StijlDer Blaue ReiterDie BruckeExpressionismFauvismFluxusFuturismInstallation ArtLand ArtMinimalismNaïve ArtOp ArtPerformance ArtPhoto RealismPop ArtPost Modernism.SuprematismSurrealismVideo Art
European Art – Mannerism to Post Impressionism
Sec 2
Academic Art.CaravaggioClaude Lorrain.Diego VelasquezFrans HallsGian Lorenzo BerniniJohannes VermeerNicolas PoussinPeter Paul RubensRembrandtCharacteristics of Rococo architecture and design.Alfred SisleyBerthe MorisotCamille PissarroClaude MonetEdward ManetMary Cassatt.Pierre- Auguste RenoirAgnolo BronzinoAntonio da CorreggioBenvenuto Cellini.El GrecoGiulio RomanoJacopo PontormoJacopo TintorettoParmagianinoRosso FlorentinoAngellica Kauffman.Antonio CanovaGiovanni Battista PiranesiGiovanni PaoloIngresJacques – Louis DavidEdgar Degas.Edouard VuillardGeorge SeuratHenri de Toulouse – LautrecOdilon RedonPaul GauginPaul SignacPierre BonnardVincent Van GoghCamille CorotGustave CourbetHonore DaumierJean – Baptiste- Simeon ChardinJean – Francois MilletThomas Eakins.Francois BoucherGiovanni Battista TiepoloJean-Honore FragonardThomas GainsboroughCaspar David FriedrichEugene DelacroixFrancisco GoyaJohn ConstableM. W. TurnerPhilip Otto RungeTheodore GericaultThomas Cole.William Blake
Pre historic Art
Sec 3
African ArtAncient Near Eastern ArtArt of Achaemenid and Sasanian Cultures.Art of AssyriaArt of EgyptArt of MesopotamiaArt of MinoanChinaJapanMegalithic ArtMesolithic artCatal HuyukJerichoOceanic Art.Cave Paintings
Photography and Computer graphics
Sec 4
Backdrop setup and maintenanceBackground removal and replacementBasic knowledge of vector and raster image differences.Colour correction and gradingComplete process of black and white photography.framing etcRule of thirdsEvolution of Photography,ApertureISOShutter SpeedImportance of Bauhaus SchoolKnowledge of file formats (JEPG, TIFF, PNG, RAW)Layer management and masking 9Photoshop or similar tools)Light modifiers and reflectorsPhoto retouching techniquesTripod, light stand and grip equipment usageWhat is pin hole camera.White balance, focus and metering modes
Early Indian Art
Sec 5
Baroda Narrative School and its important artists.Abanindranath TagoreAsit Kumar HaldarKshtindranath Majumdar.Sunayani DeviBuddhist ArtCompany PaintingsContemporary Indian Art.Chola artPallavaGupta ArtIndian Radical Painters and Sculptors Association.Mohenjo – Daro and HarappaJain ArtKushan EmpireMadras school and Cholamandal Artist Village.Mauryan ArtModern Indian ArtMughal Miniature Paintings.H. AraH. RazaK. Bakre etc.M.F. HussainN. SouzaRaja Ravi Varma and his influence and contribution to the Indian Art.Badami CavesBhimbetka CavesEdakkal CavesBenode Behari Mukherjee.Nandalal BoseRabindranath TagoreRam Kinker BaijSatavahana DynastyShunga DynastyVarious schools and traditions of Rajasthan Miniature Paintings.
Fundamentals of Visual Art
Sec 6
Basic concepts Line, Colour, Form, Texture, Space, Volume, Movement, Light and Shade.Chiaroscuro and its important artists.Concept of Gestalt Theory.Aerial Perspective or Atmospheric PerspectiveCurvilinear Perspective.Linear PerspectiveElements of Design – Unity, Harmony, Balance, Proportion, Contrast, Variety, Emphasis, Pattern and RhythmGround Plane.Horizon LineOrthogonal LinesVanishing PointView PointForm and content in art.Philosophical aspects of Perspective.
European Art – Greek to Renaissance
Sec 7
Mosaics of Hagia SophiaSan ApollinaireSan VitaleSant Apollinaire in Classe.Sant Apollinaire NuovoEarly Christian symbols and art of Catacombs.Andrea MantegnaDonatelloFilippo BrunelleschiFra AngelicoGiottoGiovanni BelliniLorenzo GhibertiMasaccioPaolo UccelloPiero della FrancescaSandro BotticelliGothic art and architecture, Stained glass.Leonardo da VinciMichelangeloRaphelManuscripts and Iconographic paintings.Mosaics and Murals of Pompeii and Stabiae.Albrecht DurerHans Holbein.Hieronymus BoschJan Van EyckLucas CranachMatthias GrunewaldRoman architecture.Significance and importance of Greek Art.
Techniques and methods of various Sculpture process
Sec 8
Clay modelling and baking techniquesComplete process of ceramic art.Details of sculpture studio equipmentsSHistory of ceramic art.History of pottery making in India and Europe.Low relief and high relief.Preparation of various types of clay in ceramics.Process of casting and moulding.Process of metal casting.Process, techniques and materials of fibreglass casting.Traditional Wood carvings methods of Kerala Temples.brazingmig weldingtig weldingVarious chemical compounds and process of Patina.What is Bisque fire.What is glaze in ceramic work.
Different Methods and Techniques of Painting
Sec 9
Concept and process of Mexican Muralists.European stained-glass paintings.Important mural paintings of Nandalal Bose, Benod Bihari Mukherjee and K. G. SubramanyamProcess and importance of early natural pigments like Red, Blue, Yellow, Purple, Green, Black and White.Process and techniques of important artists of Italian wet fresco.Process and techniques of traditional Kerala mural paintings and Ajanta paintings.Techniques and methods of various miniature traditions in India.Various process of portrait making.Various techniques of oil painting, especially Alla Prima and Sfumato and the important artists.
Process and techniques of various print making methods
Sec 10
History PrintmakingImportant printmakers – India and EuropeJapanese Printmaking and its important artists.Oleographs of Raja Ravi VarmaCollagraph.CyanotypeEngravingEtchingIntaglioLino cutLithographMezzotintScreen printingWood cutProcess of Lithograph printmaking.
Technical
100 Marks
Welder
This is a recruitment by the Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) for the post of Welder in the State Transport Department.
120m
10s
#kerala-psc#welder#technical#trade-level#state-transport
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Gas welding
Sec 1
acetylene gas generatorsbrassbronze and cast ironChemistry of oxy acetylene flamecopperfaults in gas weldingfiller rode and fluxesgas welding techniquesgases use for weldingoxy-acetylene welding equipmentsproduction of calcium carbidestainless steelwelding of aluminium
Plasma cutting
Sec 2
advantages and process variablesCutting processcutting systemprinciple of operation
Arc welding
Sec 3
arc blowarc lengtharc welding electrodesarc welding machinesClassification of welding processcoding of electrodesdefects in arc weldingdistortion and its controlelectric welding processmetal preparation methodspolarityprinciple or arc weldingweld symbol and welding symbolswelding joints and weldwelding positionswelding terms
Hand tools
Sec 4
chiselclampshacksaw frame and blades and fileshammerpunchesscriberSteel rulevices
Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW)
Sec 5
defects and trouble shootingGTAW parametersGTAW torches and electrodesHistory of GTAWpower sourceprincipleprocedure for welding aluminiumstainless steel and other metals
Inspection and testing
Sec 6
Destructive and non destructive testswelding codes and standards-WPS and PQR
Gas cutting
Sec 7
different types of common faultsprinciple of gas cutting and applicationsSafety in gas cutting
Special welding process
Sec 8
electron beam and resistance weldingelectroslag weldingfriction weldinglaser beamSubmerged arc weldingthermit welding
Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
Sec 9
GMAW defects and trouble shootingGMAW equipments and accessoriesGMAW parametersmodes of metal transfershielding gasestorcheswelding procedurewelding wireswire feed unit
Repair and maintenance welding
Sec 10
hard facingnecessity of preheating and post heatingSurfacing/metal build up
Technical
100 Marks
Instructor in Secretarial Practice and Business Correspondence
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Instructor in Secretarial Practice and Business Correspondence in the Technical Education Department.
120m
21s
#kerala-psc#technical-education#secretarial-practice#business-correspondence#degree-level
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English Grammar
Sec 1
Active and Passive voiceAgreement of Subject and Verb.Articles - Definite and Indefinite Articles.Correction of SentencesDegrees of ComparisonDifferent Parts of Speech.Direct and Indirect SpeechInfinitive and GerundsPrepositionsQuestion TagsTensesTenses in Conditional SentencesThe Use of CorrelativesTypes of Sentences and Interchange of Sentences.Uses of Primary and Modal Auxiliary Verbs
DESKTOP PUBLISHING
Sec 2
Adobe Photoshop Features - Basic Screen Components - Tools - Panels And Menus - Create New Canvas Using Existing Canvas Size - Save - Working With Images - Multiple Pages - Rulers, Guides & Grids - New Note Tool - Resizing & Cropping Images - Pixels & Resolution - Image Size - Adjusting Canvas Size & Canvas Rotation - Selection Tools - Marquee Tool, Magic Wand & Free Transform , Lasso Tools, – Create, Duplicating Layers - Visibility, Transparency, Opacity And Blending Mode Of Layers - Apply Colour - Retouching Tools - Clone - Patch - Healing Brush - Burn - Dodge - Sponge - Sharpen - Roughen - Smudge - Blur - Eye Dropper - Draw Paths - Pen Tool - Path Tool - Text Tool .Corel Draw - Create Objects - Reshaping - Apply Colour - Draw Graphics - Free Hand - Bezier - Pen - Artistic Media - Knife - Eraser - Virtual Segment Delete - Polyline Tool - Shape Tool - Text Tool - Embedding Objects - Apply Effects - Blend Tool - Distortion - Contour - Lens Effects - Outline Tool - Fill Tool - Interactive Fill Tool - Insert Bitmap - Edit - Rotate - Resize – Fill.
Vocabulary
Sec 3
AntonymsCompound wordsExpansion and meaning of Common AbbreviationsForeign Words and PhrasesIdioms and their MeaningsOne Word SubstitutesPhrasal VerbsSingular & Plural, Change of Gender, Collective NounsSpelling TestSynonymsWord formation from other words and use of prefix or suffixWords often confused
Auditing
Sec 4
Audit Process- Internal Check – Preparation before audit -Audit Programme – audit process -audit notebook – audit working papers – audit files – internal control – internal check- Vouching and Verification- Auditors of Joint Stock Companies- Investigation vs Auditing.
FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER AND MS WORD
Sec 5
Basics Of Computer- Input Devices- Output Devices-Hardware- Software-Peripherals And Their Application-Storage Devices-Browsing -Search EnginesDifferent Parts Of MS Word Window- Quick Access Tool Bar- Title Bar- File Tab- Ribbon- Dialogue Box Launcher- Scroll Bar- Status Bar-Create , Open, Save, Save As, Close, Print Document -Home Tab- Cut- Copy –Paste- Format Painter- Font-Styles- Size- Case- Strike Through- Superscript- Subscript-Underlie- Bold –Italic- Paragraph-Alignment- Tabs- Shading- Border- Line Spacing- Bullets –Numbering- Sort- Indent- Character Spacing- Styles And Editing-Insert Tab- Picture- Tables-Clip Art- Shapes- Smart Art- Chart- Header- Footer- Page Number- Text Box- Word Art- Quick Parts- Drop Cap- Equations- Symbol- Links-Page Layout- Margins- Orientations- Size- Columns- Breaks- Line Numbers-Watermark- Page Colour- Page Border - Bring To Front- Sent To Back- Rotate-References- Table Of Contents- Insert Footnote- Endnote- Indexing-Mailings- Envelops- Labels-Mail Merge- Editing Recipients-Review- Spelling And Grammar- Thesaurus- Word Count- Track Changes- Accepting And Rejecting Changes-View- Document Views- Ruler- Gridlines- Document Map- Thumbnails-Zoom- New Window- Arrange All- Split-Macros -Various Shortcut Keys Used In Word
GOVT AND BUSINESS CORRESPONDENCE
Sec 6
Communication- Meaning- Importance- Objectives- Types- Barriers Of Communications- Process Of Communication-Tools Of Communication- Modern Communication Systems- Email- Social Media- Blogging- Vloging-Govt Order- Secretariat Letter- Independent Body Letter- Demi-Official Letter- U.O Note- Proceedings- Govt Circulars- Memos-Memorandum – Tender Forms- Business Letter- Trade Reference Letters- Offers- Quotations- Enquiry Letter- Persuasion And Coercion Letters- Trade Circulars- Collection Letters- Agency Letters- Adjustment Letters- Formats And Characteristics..
SHORTHAND ENGLISH
Sec 7
Consonants- Vowels- Intervening Vowels And Position-Alternative Signs For R AndH- Diphthongs- Abbreviated W- Phraseography- Circle S And Z- Stroke S And Z - Large Circle SW And SS Or SZ- Loops ST And STR- Initial Hooks To Straight Strokes And Curves- Alternative Forms For FR, VR Etc- Circle Or Loop Preceding Initial Hook- N And F Hooks- Circle And Loops To Final Hooks- Shun Hook- Aspirate- Upward And Downward R- Upward And Downward L And Sh- Compound Consonants- Vowel Indication- Halving Principles- Doubling Principle- Diphonic Or Two Vowel Signs- Medial Semicircle- Prefixes- Suffixes And Terminations- Contractions- Grammalogues and Phrases.- Essential Vowels- Special Contractions- Advanced Phraseography-Intersections- Business Phrases- Political Phrases- Banking And Stockbroking Phrases-Insurance And Shipping Phrases- Technical And Railway Phrases- Legal Phrases.
MS EXCEL AND POWER POINT
Sec 8
Create New Workbook- Work Sheet- Using Tool Bars And Menus- Insert, Merge, Delete Rows, Columns And Cells- Formatting Cells- Special And Conditional Formatting - Insert Charts, Pictures And Tables- Functions In Excel- Various Shortcut Keys In ExcelPower Point- Create New Slide-Delete Slides-Slide Layout- Insert Tables, Charts, Picture- Illustrations-Formatting Slides-Slide Orientations- Slide Transitions- Animations-Make Sound Effects- Custom Animation- Creating Slide Show - View Tab- Normal- Slide Sorter- Notes Page- Shortcut Keys.
Informatics and Cyber Laws
Sec 9
Data- information- knowledge- knowledge management – open access- Use of IT in teaching and learning- educational software- social informatics- the digital divide- digital governance- IT application in medicine, healthcare, business, commerce, industry, defence, law- Artificial intelligence- Machine learning- Deep learning- cyberspace- cyber ethics- digital signature- digital certificate- IT Act 2000- Cybercrimes.
Managerial Economics
Sec 10
Demand Estimation – Demand– elasticity of demand – price – income – advertisement –Demand forecasting - Theory of Production – Pricing Policy and Practices- Business cycle
Environmental Studies
Sec 11
Ecology and Ecosystems- biodiversity and its conservation- natural resources- Industry and Environment- pollution- environmental pollution- causes – effects and control measures- waste management – reuse and recycling – solid waste management – social issues and the environment- human population and environment – value education- United Nations Sustainable Development Goals- greenwashing- sustainable finance.
Entrepreneurship Development
Sec 12
Entrepreneurial competencies- qualities and skills of entrepreneur- EDP- MSME Act- sources of project idea- techniques of project appraisal- project report- start-up ideas- business incubation- DIC- SIDBI- SISI- NIESBUD- margin money- seed capital- industrial sickness.
Accounting
Sec 13
Financial Accounting- Concepts- Principles- Accounting standards- Accounts for a sole trader- Financial Statements – Final accounts of Sole Trader – Trading and Profit and Loss Account – Balance Sheet –- Partnership Accounts – Admission and Retirement - Dissolution of Partnership Firm- Realisation Accounts and Capital Accounts- insolvency of a partner- accounting for consignment –- Final Accounts of Companies- Computerised Accounting and usage of software in preparation of accounts.
Financial Management
Sec 14
Financial Management- cost of capital – financing decision – capital structure – working capital management -Working Capital Cycle - Management of Cash – Receivables management- Inventory management- Dividend policy – Forms of Dividend- Types of Dividend Policies - Factors determining dividend – Theories of Dividend Policies - Stock Splits – Stock Repurchase.
Capital Market
Sec 15
Financial System in India- Financial System-Financial market – structure of the financial market–Capital market instruments - Primary Market - Methods of floatation of capital – Public issue – IPO – FPO - Procedure of public issue – Book building process- Secondary Market - Functions of the stock exchange –Dematerialization of securities –- Major stock exchanges in India – BSE- NSE – Listing – Regulatory framework of financial market
Fundamentals of Income-Tax
Sec 16
Income Tax Act- Basic Concepts -Assessment Year- Previous Year - Person – Assessee- Income- Gross Total Income- Total Income- Rates of Tax applicable to the Individual Assessee- income from salary- house property- business- capital gain and other sources- computation of total income – deductions and exemptions- tax planning – income tax returns.
Company Administration
Sec 17
Introduction to Company Law- company management and administration - Constitution of Board of Directors- - Appointment – functions and responsibilities of Board of Directors - Board Committees- Audit Committee--Board Meetings- Disclosure and Transparency - Annual return- Winding Up -Voluntary Winding up- Winding Up by National Company Law Tribunal- Winding Up by Liquidators- Procedure for Liquidation.
Cost Accounting
Sec 18
Introduction to Cost Accounting- Accounting and control of material cost-Accounting and control of labour cost- Accounting for overheads— Marginal costing – Standard costing – Breakeven analysis – Cost reduction – Cost management
Marketing Management
Sec 19
Marketing of products and services - Consumer Behaviour- Process of Consumer Buying- Factors influencing Consumer Buying Decisions- Customer Relationship Management- Market Segmentation- Product-Meaning - Classification of products-Concept of the product item, product line and product mix -Product Life Cycle – stages of PLC- Promotion -Concept of push and pull mix-Types of promotion- Advertising-Personal selling, sales promotion, and public relations.
Business Mathematics
Sec 20
Mathematical applications in business- payroll cost calculations- property tax calculations- exchange rates and currency conversion- mathematics for financial analysis- present and future value – time value of money- value of an annuity and the present value of annuity – financial ratios- dividend and interest calculations on investments.
Management
Sec 21
Nature and Evolution of Management - Schools of Management Thought- planning- organising- controlling – directing – staffing – Leadership and theories – Motivation and theories – TQM
Technical
100 Marks
TRADESMAN - POLYMER TECHNOLOGY
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) recruits for the post of Tradesman (Polymer Technology) in the Technical Education Department.
75m
10s
#kerala-psc#polymer-technology#tradesman#technical-education#iti-level
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Plastics and Fibers
Sec 1
Advantages of Plastics Over other Engineering Materials - Difference Between Thermoplastics and Thermosetting Plastics _ Important Properties of PE, PVC, PP, PS – Preliminary Identification methods of above plastics – sodium fusion Extract Preparation.
Introduction to Polymer Technology
Sec 2
Definition of Polymer - Different Classifications – Importance of Polymers in Day – to Day Life – Monomers – Polymers – Polymerisation – Names and its important Uses of Different Plastics, Fibers and Rubbers.
Dry Rubber Testing
Sec 3
Different Grades of Sheets Rubber - methods of sheet rubber Grading - Testing of Dirt Content , Volatile Matter , Ash, Nitrogen, Po, PRI, Different grades of ISNR- Different grades of Creep rubber – Physical testing – Principle and procedures of Valcanisied Specimens - Harness , Abrasion , Tensile - Compression Set - Tensile Set
Latex Testing
Sec 4
Different Latex Quality Testing - Principle and Procedures of TSC – DRC – Total Alkalinity - Density - Coagulum Content - Magnesium Content - VFA – Sludge Content - Viscosity - Preparation of Dispersions, Emulsions, Creaming Agents
Polymer compounding and compounding ingredients.
Sec 5
Different Rubber Compounding Ingredients and its purposes. Effect of Each Ingredients Variation in Properties of a Compound - Difference Between Compounder, Compounding and compound. Precautions of Handling Toxic and Dangerous Compounding Ingradients. Order of Addition off Different Compounding Ingredients in Rubber Mixing.FRP Compounding Ingredients and its Compounding – Precautions to be Taken while Handling of FRP Compounding Ingredients.
Polymer Processing and Machineries
Sec 6
FRP Hand Lay Up Processing Princioples , Materials, and Procedures.Name and Uses of Different Machineries Used for Polymer Processing - Major Parts and Purposes of Lab Size Mixing Mill, Hydraulic Press, Screw Press, Calendar, Extruder, Blow Molding Machines, Injection Molding Machines - Operation Sequences of Above Machines. Maintenance of Above Machines – Safety Precautions of Above Machines. Processing Principles and Steps of the following Dry Rubber Mixing , Molding , Extrusion, Calendering - Dry Rubber products mold Maintenance - Machine Maintenance.Open Two Roll Mill and Internal Mixers.Temperature and pressure control systems of mixing equipments.Working principle, various parts and accessories , safety devices and important uses of Open Two Roll Mixing Mill.Working Principle, various parts and accessories of Banbury and Intermix.
Synthetic Rubbers
Sec 7
Full form of PBD, IIR , NBR – Name of Monomers of Each - Sources of Monomers – Elementary Compounding Principles and Ingredients - Important Blends – its Properties - Uses – Processing - Differences of Each Synthetic Rubber.
Laboratory Equipment
Sec 8
Name and Uses of Different Laboratory Equipment used in Polymer Technology Labs Name and uses of different Glass wares used in Polymer Technology Laboratories – Handling and operations of different Laboratory Equipment and Glass Wares and Utensils. Precautions to be Taken While Handling Different Lab Equipment, Glass Wears and Utensils. Handling of Chemicals Balance, Analytical Balance , Digital Balance.
Chemical Used in Polymer Technology Laboratories and its Handling
Sec 9
Name and uses of Important Chemicals Used in Polymer technology Laboratories Precautions to be Taken While Handling of Laboratory Reagents and Chemicals - Shelf Life - Different Acids , Bases – Preparation of Acids and Bases in Different Concentration, Its Handling – Dilution Methods-Diluting Principles and Procedures - Handling of Different Reagents – its Storage – Containers , Symbols on Containers and its Meaning – Storage and Labeling of Reagents. General characteristics of and classification of adhesives.
Natural Rubber
Sec 10
Sources - Tapping – Different Marketable Forms of Dry Rubber – Its Production - Grading Process of Sheets - Different Grades of RSS - NR Latex Preservation - Purpose – Preservatives – Advantages of Ammonia as a Preservative - Different Forms of Ammonia - It's Concentration for latex Preservation - Application Modes - Concentration Methods of Latex - Major Product from NR Latex and Dry Rubber.
Technical
100 Marks
TECHNOLOGIST
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts direct recruitment for the post of Technologist in the Kerala State Co-operative Federation for Fisheries Development Limited (MATSYAFED).
120m
14s
#kerala-psc#fisheries#technologist#matsyafed#direct-recruitment
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Fishing Gear Technology
Sec 1
Accessories for fishing gearFish finding equipmentsFishing gear materialsGears used in relation to fish and fishing areaHooks, maintenance of gearsModern commercial fishing methodsMounting of webbingParts of a trawl net, purse seine, gill net and tuna long linesPreservation of netting and other accessoriesSelection of gear materialsYarn numbering systems
Fishery Economics
Sec 2
Accounting, measurement and determinants of national incomeAgreement on TRIPSbalance of paymentsBio-piracybreak even analysis of fish production systemconcepts of externalities and social costcontribution of fisheries to GNP and employmenteconomic growth and sustainable developmentElasticity in fisheries managerial decisionfactors of productionfarm planning and budgetingFarm production economicsFisheries trade and environmentGATT and WTO in fisheriesGMOs in fisheriesImpact of globalization in fisheriesmarginal cost and returnNTBs and Agreement on Anti- dumpingPatenting processproduction functions in fisheries
Fisheries Extension
Sec 3
Adoption and diffusion of innovationsBasic principles of teaching and learningExtension programme planning and evaluationFisheries co managementFisheries Extension methodsGender issues in fisheriesGovernment and Non - government organizations involved in fisheries extension of Indiaimportant sociological concepts-Social problems and conflicts in fisheriesPRAPrinciples of Extension educationPTDRRARural sociologySocial controlTransfer of technology processtypes of education
Aquatic Animal Health Management
Sec 4
AMRBMPemerging pathogensfish pharmacologyfish toxicologyimmune stimulants and bioremediationInvestigation, symptoms, diagnosis and therapeutic applications of diseasesnon-infectious diseasesPrebioticsProbioticsQuarantine
Fisheries Statistics
Sec 5
applications of linear regression in fisheriesBasic concept of sampling distributionconcepts of Binomial, Poisson and Normal distributions and their use in fisheriesEstimation of inland fish production in India and problems encounteredLength weight relationship in fishesMethodology for estimation of marine fish landings in IndiaProbabilityrandom variableRelation between correlation and regressionstandard error and central limit theoremtests of significance based on normal, t, chi-square and F distributions
Aquatic Environment Management
Sec 6
aquatic flora and fauna of ecological significanceAquatic pollution and mitigationbiodiversity indicescloudslimnologymangrovesMarine, freshwater and brackish water environmentsmigration of fishesocean currentsea grassesWater massesWater quality parameterswaves and tideswinds
Quality Standards
Sec 7
Assessment of quality of seafood by instrumental and chemical methodsConcept of quality managementfish food born human pathogensFish plant sanitation and personal hygieneFood safety standardsQuality standardsSeafood Export regulations
Fisheries Resource Management
Sec 8
Biological structure of fisheries resources in space and timeBiological symptoms of under- fishing and over- fishingCode of conduct for responsible fisheriesCold water fisheries of IndiaCPUEEstimation of total fishing and natural mortalityEumetric fishingGIS and Remote sensing in fisheriesGlobal, national and state scenario of marine fisheries and inland fisheriesGrowth over - fishing and recruitment over - fishingIndicators of dynamics in a fishery resourceOpen access fisheriesPopulation age structurePrinciples of stock assessmentThe concept of MSY and MEYTheory of life tables, Statistical models of fish stock assessment
Fishing Craft Technology
Sec 9
Boat building and maintenanceDeck layout, deck fitting and fishing equipmentmarine engine systemsMechanization of fishing craftsRules and regulations for fishing vessel fabrication, operation and safetyStability of fishing vesselTraditional and modern fishing crafts of IndiaVessel monitoring systems
Farming of Food Fishes and Shell Fishes
Sec 10
Breeding and hatchery management of potential finfish and shell fishClimate smart aquaculturedifferent systems of aquaculture for the major candidate speciesEcosystem management in aquacultureengineering aspects of aquaculture farm and hatcheriesFish feed and fish nutritionGlobal national and state scenariointegrated fish farminglive food organismsnutritional requirementsorganic recycling and detritus food chainRecent trends and technologies in aquaculturesewage-fed fish cultureUse of agro industrial waste and biofertilizers in aquacultureWater and soil quality managementWater as a medium of culture
Ornamental Fish Culture
Sec 11
Breeding and rearing of exotic and indigenous ornamental fishesFabrication, setting up and maintenance of fresh water and marine aquariumGreen certificationlive feedTrade regulations in relation to ornamental fishesWorld trade and export potential
Fish Preservation
Sec 12
canning, freeze-drying, irradiation, cryogenicscold storagesComposition and nutritional value of fishdefrostingfreezersfreezing plantsFreezing, drying and dehydrationHeat load calculationice manufacturingLaws of thermo dynamicsMarinated and fermented fish productsPackaging materials for different productsrefrigerantsrefrigeration cyclesolar dryersSpoilage of fish and fishery productsthawingTransportation and storage of fresh fish and frozen fish
Fisheries Administration and Legislation
Sec 13
Development and regulatory activities of Central, State and Local government in aquaculture and fisheriesDifferent central and state level fisheries institutionsExport and import Policies relevant to fisheries sectorFisheries and aquaculture legislations at Central and State levelFisheries development over five year plansFisheries plans and programmes by GovernmentFunctions and powers of functionaries under fisheries administrationGovernment policy on small and medium Enterprises (SMEs)/SSIsInternational fisheries organizationsPrinciples of organization and management of public enterpriseSchemes and incentives for promotion of entrepreneurship in fisheries sector
Navigation and Seamanship
Sec 14
Electronic navigation and communication aidsFire fighting and lifesaving appliancesInternational laws and agreements of the sea
Technical
100 Marks
Operator Grade III
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) invites applications for the post of Operator Grade III in Apex Societies of Co-operative Sector in Kerala and Kerala State Co-operative Federation for Fisheries Development Limited (MATSYAFED).
75m
10s
#kerala-psc#operator-grade-iii#iti-level#mechanical#electrical
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MODULE – V
Sec 1
Air cleanersCarburettor air CleanersEFI air cleanersAir, densityControlling fuel burnDescription of Gasoline fuelFuel supply systemGasoline fuel characteristicsStoichiometric ratioElectronic fuel injection SystemsExhaust systemsIntake air HeatingIntake manifoldsIntake system componentsClassification of IC enginescompression ignition Engine (C.I)Description of internal &external combustion EnginesDifferentiate between 2-Stroke and 4 strokeDifferentiate between C.I Engine and S.I EnginePrinciple & working of 2&4-stroke diesel enginePrinciple of Spark Ignition Engine(SI)4-stroke spark-ignition Engines- Basic 4-stroke PrinciplesBasic Engine componentsCounter weightsEngine Cams & camshaftEngine Power transferPiston ComponentsScavenging
MODULE – II
Sec 2
bevel gaugebevel protractorcombination setuniversal bevel gaugevernier bevel protractor – constructional features, working principle, least count, applications, care and maintenancedial test indicator – constructional features, working principle, applications, care and maintenancedepth gaugeinside callipermicrometers – constructional features, working principle, least count, applications, care and maintenanceoutside callipersteel rulevernier callipervernier height gaugeSine bar – constructional features, working principle, applications, care and maintenanceslip gauge – constructional features, working principle, applications, care and maintenancefundamental units and supplementary unitsSI, CGS, MKS, FPS unitsUnit conversionsUnits of linear and angular measurements
MODULE – VI
Sec 3
advantages and disadvantages of belt drivecalculation of length of belt and slipmaterialselection of type of beltsizespecificationtypes of beltadvantages and disadvantages of chain drivespecification of chain and sprocketTypes of chaintypes of sprocketadvantages and disadvantages of gear drivecalculation of gear driveparts of gearspecificationsType of geartype of gear driveslubricants usedmethod of applicationmethods of lubricationusesbearing – type, specification, usesclutches – type, specification, useskeys – type, specification, usespins – type, specification, usespulleys – type, specification, usesshaft – type, specification, usesBelt drivechain drivegear drive
MODULE – VIII
Sec 4
Conducting materials and their comparisonConductors and insulatorsdefinitionsunits & effects of electric current
MODULE – X
Sec 5
their comparisonPower generation by solar and wind energyPower generation by thermal and hydel power plantsPrinciple and operation of solar panelVarious ways of electrical power generation by non-conventional methods
MODULE – IX
Sec 6
Different methods of measuring the values of resistanceEffect of variation of temperature on resistanceKirchoff’s Laws and applicationsLaws of Resistance and various types of resistorsOhm’s LawOpen and short circuits in series and parallel networksSeries and parallel combinations of resistorsSimple electrical circuits and problemsprinciple and its applications
MODULE – VII
Sec 7
BIS systemsBritish standard systemsdefinitionclearance – description of eachinterference – description of eachtransition – description of eachFundamental deviations and fundamental tolerancehole basis systemsshaft basis systemsactual sizebasic sizedefinition and type of limitdefinition BISdeviationhigh and low limits of sizeinterchangeabilitynecessity in engineering fieldterminology of limits and fitstolerance zonezero lineMethods of expressing tolerance as per BISapplications of threadfeatures of threadthread cutting operationsTypes of thread
MODULE – IV
Sec 8
metals & non metalsblast furnace – other making process of metalscupola furnace – other making process of metalsannealing – process, applications, important temperatures pointscase hardening – process, applications, important temperatures pointshardening – process, applications, important temperatures pointsnormalizing – process, applications, important temperatures pointstempering – process, applications, important temperatures pointsImportance of safety and general precautions observed in welding shopcast iron – ore, manufacturing process, properties, uses, melting pointspig iron – ore, manufacturing process, properties, uses, melting pointsplane carbon steel – ore, manufacturing process, properties, uses, melting pointswrought iron – ore, manufacturing process, properties, uses, melting pointsaluminium – ore, manufacturing process, properties, uses, melting pointscopper – ore, manufacturing process, properties, uses, melting pointsled – ore, manufacturing process, properties, uses, melting pointstin – ore, manufacturing process, properties, uses, melting pointszinc – ore, manufacturing process, properties, uses, melting pointsmethod of rivetingType, size and selection for various worksflux type, selection and applicationsHeating media of soldering ironsoft solder, hard solder, composition of various type of solder and their applicationsSoldering iron – type, specification, usesmethod of operationprinciple of weldingarc Welding equipmentsgas welding plantgases used in gas weldingtypes of Flamestypes of joints in weldingarc weldingforge weldingGas welding
MODULE – I
Sec 9
class of firefire extinguisherfire extinguisher recommended for each class of fireFire triangletype of fire extinguisherABC of first aidaim of first aidbasic first aidImportance of first aidmethods of giving first aid to the victimlist of waste materialmethods of waste disposalWaste materialgeneral safetyImportance of safetymachine safety precautionsPersonal protective equipments and its applicationspersonal safetyBenefits of shop floor maintenanceintroduction to 5 S conceptits applications and benefits
MODULE – III
Sec 10
Feeler gauge – use, constructional features, care and maintenancelimit gauges – use, constructional features, care and maintenanceradius gauge – use, constructional features, care and maintenancescrew pitch gauge – use, constructional features, care and maintenancesmall hole gauge – use, constructional features, care and maintenancesnap gauges – use, constructional features, care and maintenanceSWG – use, constructional features, care and maintenancetelescopic gauge – use, constructional features, care and maintenancechisel – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancedie & die stock – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancedivider – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancedrill bit – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenanceFile – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancehack saw & blade – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancehammer – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancejenny calliper – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancepunch – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancereamer – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancescriber – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancetap & tap wrench – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenanceangle plate – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenanceBench vice – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancehand vice – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancemachine vice – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancemarking off table – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenanceparallel block – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancepin vice – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancepipe vice – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancesurface plate – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancetool makers vice – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenanceV-block – type, use, constructional features, specifications, care and maintenancecellulose lacquer – type, applications, preparation, advantages & disadvantagescopper sulphate – type, applications, preparation, advantages & disadvantagesPrussian blue – type, applications, preparation, advantages & disadvantagesWhite wash – type, applications, preparation, advantages & disadvantages
Technical
100 Marks
Laboratory Technician
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Laboratory Technician in Meat Products of India Limited.
90m
4s
#kerala-psc#laboratory-technician#meat-products#pathology#microbiology
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BIOCHEMISTRY
Sec 1
Analysis of calculi- Urinary and Biliary Calculi.Automation- Semi auto analyzer and Auto analyzers-Different types, Advantages and Recent trends.Biochemistry Laboratory tests- Liver function test, Kidney function test, Gastro intestinal function test, Malabsorption studies, Pancreatic function tests, Thyroid function tests, Gonadal function tests, Foeto placental function tests, Lipid profile, Cardiac Markers, Tumor markers, GTT, GCT, Glycated hemoglobin.Body buffer system, Respiratory and renal disturbances in acid base balance, Anion gap, Metabolic acidosis and alkalosis, Respiratory acidosis and alkalosis, Fluid and electrolyte balance, Osmolality, Methodology of measuring Blood pH, PCO2 and PO2.Buffer solution, Henderson Hasselbach equationCalibration of pipettes and other volumetric apparatus.Chemistry of Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids and Nucleic acids.Chromatography- Different forms of chromatographic technique, Applications, advantages and disadvantages of these methods.Clearance test- creatinine, urea and inulin.Clinical Enzymology-Enzyme Activity Determination, End point and Kinetic Assay. Principle and methods for the activity determination of Acid phosphatase, Alkaline phosphatase, Aspartate transaminase, Alanine transaminase, Amylase, Lipase, Lactate dehydrogenase, Creatinine Kinase, Glucose 6- Phosphate Dehydrogenase, 5’ Nucleotidase, Gamma Glutamyl Transpeptidase, Choline esterase.Cloning, Genomic library.Collection, Preparation, Transportation, Processing and Disposal of biological specimens in a Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory.Composition of glass, Varieties, Grades of glassware, Cleaning of glassware.CSF and other body fluids- Composition and chemical analysis of CSF, Synovial fluid, Peritoneal, Pericardial and Amniotic fluid.Digestion and Absorption of Carbohydrates, Proteins and Lipids.Dilution of solution, Interconversion of concentration- Normal, Molar, Molal and Percentage solutions.Electrophoresis- Different methods for electrophoresis, Advantages and disadvantages of various methods. Electrophoresis of serum protein, hemoglobin and lipoproteins and its interpretation.Enzymes-Classification, Co-enzymes, Co factor, Mechanism of enzyme action, Enzyme kinetics, MM constant, Enzyme inhibition, Regulatory enzymes.Estimation of VMA, 17 ketosteroid, 5HIAA, Oestriol from urine.Gastric juice- Stomach tubes, Fractional test meal, Chemical examination for bile pigments, blood, starch and gastric juice. Estimation of free and total acid from gastric juice. Tubeless gastric function test.Grades of chemicals, Secondary standard chemicals, Storage of chemicals.Hemoglobin-Function, Synthesis and degradation of heme, Hemoglobin derivatives, hemoglobin Variants, Jaundice, Congenital disorders of heme metabolism.Hormones- General properties and functions of hormones. Mechanism of hormone action, Hypothalamic hormones, Pituitary hormones, Hormones of Pancreas, Thyroid, Parathyroid, Adrenal cortex, Adrenal medulla and Gonad. Different methods of estimation of hormones and hormone metabolites.Immunological methods and related techniques-Various antigen antibody reactions, Immunodiffusion, Immunoelectrophoresis , ELISA, Fluorescent Immunoassay and Radioimmunoassay.Infection, Immunity, Antigens, antibodies, Immunoglobulins, Complement system, Structure and functions of Immune systems, Immune response, Immune deficiency diseases, Hypersensitivity, Autoimmunity, Immunology of Transplantation and malignancies.Isoenzymes and its diagnostic importance in cases of MI, Liver disease, Muscular disease.Laboratory Informatics.Laboratory Instruments – Principle, Use and Maintenance of Colorimeter, Spectrophotometer, Fluorimeter, Nephelometer, Flame photometer, Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer, Luminometers, Centrifuges, Magnetic stirrer, Vortex mixer, pH meter.Laboratory safety- Laboratory hazards and safety, Universal safety precautions. First aid in the laboratory.Metabolism of Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids, Minerals. Common Inborn errors and disorders of metabolism.Molecular Biology Techniques-Recombinant DNA Technology, Blotting techniques, PCR, FISH.Molecular Biology- DNA replication and repair mechanism. Transcription and Genetic code, Translation, Post translational modification, Protein folding and protein targeting.Nutrition-Nutritional importance and calorific values of food.Organization and management of Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory.pH indicators.Physical chemistry- Osmosis, Dialysis, Donnan Membrane Equilibrium, Viscosity, Surface tension, Properties of colloids, Emulsion,, Adsorption, Partition coefficient,Porphyria, Disorders of porphyrin metabolism, Laboratory diagnosis of porphyriasisPreparation and storage of distilled water, Deionized water, pyrogen free distilled water. Evaluation of water purity.Preparation and use of anticoagulants.Preparation of normal, molar and percentage solutions.Quality Control- Accuracy, Precision, Sensitivity, Specificity, Standard deviation, Preanalytical variables and analytical variables. QC charts, QC sera, Internal and External Quality Control Programme.Radioisotopes, Basic principles of radioactivity, Detection and Measurement of Radioactivity, Application of Radioactivity.Toxicology – General methods of analysis and screening tests for common drugs used in therapy.Units of measurement -SI units and Non SI units.Urinary screening test for metabolic inherited disorders.Urine – Composition of normal urine, Abnormal constituents -Qualitative and Quantitative tests.Urine Aminogram and chromatographic separations of amino acids, sugar, lipids, drugs and toxins.Urine preservation.Vitamins and coenzymes of vitamins, Estimation of vitamins.
MICROBIOLOGY
Sec 2
Antimicrobial susceptibility testing- antimicrobials in common use, preparation and storage of antimicrobial discs for susceptibility testing, different methods of testing, use of antimicrobials in the identification of bacteria.Clinical bacteriology- sample collection, containers, collection of different types of specimens, transportation, storage, use of transport media and preservatives in transportationMethods of study of bacteria- scheme of identification, study of medically important bacteria- role in infection, important diseases, laboratory diagnosis, microbial flora in health and diseases.Morphology of bacteria, growth requirements, culture media, pH adjustment, sterilization and storage of media, culture methodsProcessing of specimens- microscopy, culture, biochemical identification, serological identification, pathogenicity tests and antibiotic susceptibility tests.Serological tests and rapid techniques for the diagnosis of bacterial infections.Staining- simple, differential, special- principle, methods and applicationGuidelines on laboratory procedures- reception, recording and handling of specimens, cultures and laboratory wastesHistory and scope of microbiology, laboratory safety and personal protectionMicroscopes- Compound Microscope, Darkfield, Phase contrast, Fluorescent & Electron Microscopy.Sterilization and disinfection- different methods and their applications, biomedical waste managementClinical mycology- collection of specimens and transportationcommon fungal diseases- cutaneous, sub-cutaneous/mucous, systemic and opportunisticIntroduction- classification of fungi, dimorphic fungi, common contaminant fungi- morphology, culture characteristics and identification of fungiProcessing of specimens- microscopy, culture media and techniquesClinical parasitology- collection of specimens, transportation and storageMorphology and classification- Protozoa, helminths, common and important diseases caused by them, details of morphology, life cycle and laboratory diagnosis.Processing of specimens- blood smear- thin and thick for protozoan parasites, microfilaria, stool examination for parasitic ova, larvae, their identification, concentration methods, staining techniques.Serological diagnosis and other rapid tests for diagnosis.Clinical virology- collection, transportation and storage of specimens, special care in handling specimens.Introduction to virology- structure, classification-DNA viruses, RNA viruses, morphology, cultivation and identification of viruses, medically important viral diseases.Processing of specimens- staining, fluorescent antibody techniques, viral isolation methods and identification of viruses, viral inclusion bodies in diagnosis.Serological techniques in diagnosis of viral infections
PATHOLOGY
Sec 3
ABO and Rh blood group system, other blood group systems ABO grouping and Rh typing technique, direct and indirect Coomb’s test, compatibility testing.Donor selection, Screening of donors, collection and storage of blood, anticoagulants used in blood transfusion, preservation and storge of blood, preparation of blood components and their storageTheoretical aspects of blood grouping and blood banking, nature of blood cell antigens, mode of inheritance, general characteristics, antigen- antibody concept.Transfusion reactions, transmission of diseases through blood transfusion, apheresis, plasma pheresis, automation and recent developments in blood bank.Urine analysis – Physical, chemical, microscopy, examination of faeces, sputum, cerebrospinal fluid, other body fluids, semen analysis.Karyotyping-methods of chromosome analysis with blood and bone marrow, banding techniques, general aspects of chromosomes, chromosome defects, advanced methods in cytogenetics.Fine needle aspiration cytology, concentration techniques in cytology- centrifugation, cyto-centrifugation, membrane filters, cell blocksImportant applications of cytology, collection of specimens -gynaecological and non-gynaecological, preparation of smears, fixation, Papanicolaou staining method, Shorr’s stain, other stains used in cytology, preparation of stains, buccal smear- Barr body demonstration.Liquid based cytology-monolayer preparationBlood coagulation and homeostasis, disorders of coagulation, coagulation tests, factor analysisComposition of blood, anticoagulants, blood cell count, Hematopoiesis, blood cell, morphology - normal and abnormal, functions of blood, thin and thick smear, staining of blood films, different stains used, demonstration of blood cells, bone marrow smear, sickle cell preparation, LE cell preparation, leukemia, demonstration of blood parasites.Hemoglobin – Functions, normal and abnormal hemoglobin, estimation methods, anemia.PCV, ESR, blood cell indices, osmotic fragilityBrief introduction to histology, design of a histology laboratory, reception and recording of specimens, basic knowledge about the various types of tissues and characteristics that influence their processing.Fixatives – Purpose, ideal fixatives, common and important fixatives, removal of formalin pigment and deposits from sections, decalcification – method, preparation of reagents used.Frozen sections – Freezing microtomes – Principles, use, preparation of frozen sections and staining, advantage of frozen sections, cryostat.Microtome – Principle and maintenance of different types of microtomes, microtome knives and types, sharpening of knives and their care.Preparation of paraffin sections – Tissue processing, different steps, embedding, principles and uses of vacuum and paraffin embedding, treatment of blocks before cutting, automatic tissue processors, recognition and correction of faults occurring in blocks and sections, storage of blocks, defects of processing and rectification of defects.Staining and mounting – Principles of staining, common and special stains-preparation and procedure, Immunohistochemistry – basic principles, methods, storage of sections.
NUTRITION AND DIETING
Sec 4
Introduction to Dietetics: Principles and role of dietitianNutrition counselling and dietary managementNutrition in critical care and surgical conditionsNutrition in disease conditions: Cardiovascular diseasesNutrition in disease conditions: Diabetes MellitusNutrition in disease conditions: Gastrointestinal disordersNutrition in disease conditions: Renal disordersPlanning and modification of therapeutic dietsFood additives and contaminantsFood adulteration: Detection and preventionFood preservation methods and processingFood safety regulations and standards (FSSAI, Codex)HACCP and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)Principles of Food Science: Food composition and propertiesBalanced Diet: Planning and composition for different age groupsClassification and functions of nutrients: Macronutrients and MicronutrientsDietary Guidelines and Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA)Introduction to Nutrition: Definitions, scope, and functions of foodNutritional Assessment: Anthropometric, Biochemical, Clinical, and Dietary methodsDigestive System: Process of digestion, absorption, and assimilationEnzymes and hormones in nutrition: Functions and regulationFluid and electrolyte balanceMetabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fatsRole of vitamins and minerals in metabolic pathwaysMalnutrition: PEM, Micronutrient deficiencies, and overnutritionNational nutrition programs and policies (ICDS, Mid-Day Meal, NNAPP)Nutrition education and communication strategiesRecent trends: Functional foods, Nutraceuticals, Personalized nutritionRole of Nutrition in public health
Technical
100 Marks
Field Officer
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Field Officer in Kerala Forest Development Corporation. The role typically requires a Science Degree and specific physical qualifications.
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Syllabus Explorer
BOTANY > Plant Physiology
Sec 1
Absorption of water Transpiration pull theory onlyGrowth and Phytohormones growth curve and major physiological effects of hormones like auxins, gibberellins, cytokinins, abscisic acid and ethylenePhotosynthesis cyclic and noncyclic electron flow for trapping solar energy by green plants Co2 fixation by Calvin cycle, Warburg effectTranslocation Munch’s hypothesis and bidirectional transport only
Chemistry > Inorganic chemistry
Sec 2
Atomic structure Bohr’s atom model, Hydrogen spectrum, Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle, de Broglie hypothesis, Quantum numbers. periodicityatomic radius, ionisation energy, electron affinity, electronegativity, classification of elements into s, p, d, f blocks.Chemical bonding Ionic, covalent, coordinate and metallic bonds, hydrogen bonding.Metallurgy Various steps involved in metallurgical processes.Preparation, properties and uses of hydrogen and hydrides. Hardness of waterTypes, causes and consequences.Solubility product, common ion effect and their applications.Sources, effects and consequences of air, water, soil, noise, thermal and radioactive pollution.Theories of acids and bases, effects of solvents on ionic strength, levelling effect.Theory of titration acidbase, redox, precipitation and complexometric titrations. Indicators, Gravimetric analysis.
Zoology
Sec 3
Balanced diet, PEM, vitamins, minerals and their deficiencies.Blood composition and functions, blood groups, blood clotting, anticoagulants.Cell theory, prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells, structure and functions of Mitochondria, Golgi bodies, Lysosomes, Ribosomes and Nucleus.Chromatin euchromatin and heterochromatin, nucleosomes, Watson Crick model of DNA. Chromosome – structure, giant chromosomes polytene and lamp brush chromosomes.Endocrine glands in man, hormones and disorders.Heart conducting system and pace maker, heartbeat, pulse and blood pressure, cardio vascular diseases arteriosclerosis, myocardial infarction, electrocardiogram, angiogram, angioplasty.Human karyotype, pedigree analysis, DNA fingerprinting, chromosomal anomalies in man autosomal (Down’s syndrome, Edward’s syndrome), allosomal (Klinefelter’s syndrome, Turner’s syndrome). In born errors of metabolism Phenylketonuria, Alkaptonuria, Albinism.Structure of brain. Neurons structure, types of neurons, nerve impulse propagation. Synapses and synaptic transmission, neurotransmitters. Reflex action, electroencephalogram.Structure of haemoglobin, transport of oxygen, oxyhaemoglobin curve, Bohr effect, transport of carbondioxide, apnoea, dyspnoea, hypoxia, asphyxia, carbon monoxide poisoning, bronchitis, asthma. Physiological effects of smoking.Types of immunity innate, acquired, active, passive, humoral and cell mediated. Cells of immune system T cells, B cells and plasma cells. Primary and secondary lymphoid organs. Antigens, haptens, epitopes, antibodies general structure, different classes of antibodies. Hypersensitivity, immunodeficiency diseases, immunizationpassive and active, vaccination.Types of muscles, red and white muscles. Ultra structure of striated muscle fibre, muscle proteins, muscle twitch, all or none law, summation, tetanus, tonus, fatigue, oxygen debt, rigor mortis. Physiological and biochemical events in muscle contraction.
Mathematics > Complex numbers
Sec 4
Basic definitions-basic operations with complex numbers- Real and imaginary part - polar form of a complex number- products- quotients – powers - modulus - roots of complex number- n th root of unity
Chemistry > Physical chemistry
Sec 5
Basic principle and applications of UVVis, IR, NMR and ESR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry.Chemical and ionic equilibria Factors affecting equilibrium, LeChatelier’s principle and its applications. Hydrolysis of salts and its effects. pH and pOH, Buffer action.Chemical kinetics– integrated rate laws and halflives of zero, first, second and third order reactions. Arrhenius equation, chain reactions. Theories of catalysis, industrial application of catalysis. Photochemistry Laws of photochemistry, Quantum yield.Electrochemistry Conductance, Kohlrausch’s law and its applications, transport number, Types of electrodes, primary and secondary cells, Fuel cells.Gaseous state Gas laws, Kinetic gas equation, Ideal and real gases.Physical and chemical adsorption, applications of adsorption.Thermodynamics first, second and third laws of thermodynamics. Enthalpies of formation, combustion, neutralisation, solution and hydration, heat capacities.
BOTANY > Plant Biodiversity and conservation
Sec 6
Biodiversity hotspots, environment protection laws, deforestation and impacts, forest fires and biodiversity depletion, anthropogenic factorsConservation strategies exsitu and insitu wild life sanctuaries, National parks, Botanic Gardens; Major Wild life sanctuaries, National Parks and Botanic Gardens of India and Kerala.
Physics > Modern Physics
Sec 7
Black body radiation curve, photoelectric effect, Compton effect, Bohr model hydrogen atom, wave nature of particles, uncertainty principle, wave function, Vector atom modelquantum numbers associated with vector atom model, LS and JJ couplings, Zeeman effect, Anomalous Zeeman effect, PaschenBack effect, Stark effect, SolidsAmorphous and Crystalline Materials, Unit Cell, Types of Lattices, Miller Indices, NucleusConstituents of nucleus and their intrinsic properties, binding energy, Nuclear fission and nuclear fusion processes.
General Knowledge
Sec 8
Important world, national and regional events related to the political and scientific fields, sports, cinema and literature etc.Demography – Economic and social development – Poverty alleviation – Economy and planning – etc.Five Year PlansGeography of India – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – etc.History of India – Period from 1857 to 1947 – National movementGeographical Facts – Physical features – Climate – Soils – Rivers – Famous sites – Economic and Social deve – Historical importance - etc.Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi, Chattampi Swami, Sree Narayana Guru, Vagbhatananda, Thycaud Ayya, Ayya Vaikundar, Poikayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru), Ayyankali, Pandit Karuppan, Mannathu Padmanabhan,V. T. Bhattathirippad, Dr. Palpu, Kumaranasan, Vakkom Moulavi, Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara, Etc.Renaissance in Kerala
Mathematics > Analytic Geometry
Sec 9
Distance formula - straight line – angle between lines – general second degree equation to represent circle – ellipse – parabola- hyperbola- polar coordinate – cylindrical coordinate – spherical coordinates.
Physics > Properties of Matter
Sec 10
ElasticityModulus of elasticity, the three elastic modulii, Surface tensionshapes of drops, concept of excess of pressure, capillary rise, variation of surface tension with temperature, Fluid Dynamics Streamline and turbulent flow, equation of continuity, Bernoulli’s theorem and its applications, Viscositycoefficient of viscosity, Stoke’s formula, variation of viscosity with temperature.
GENERAL ENGLISH
Sec 11
Active and Passive voiceAgreement of Subject and Verb.Articles - Definite and Indefinite Articles.Correction of SentencesDegrees of ComparisonDifferent Parts of Speech.Direct and Indirect SpeechInfinitive and GerundsPrepositionsQuestion TagsTensesTenses in Conditional SentencesThe Use of CorrelativesTypes of Sentences and Interchange of Sentences.Uses of Primary and Modal Auxiliary VerbsAntonymsCompound wordsExpansion and meaning of Common AbbreviationsForeign Words and PhrasesIdioms and their MeaningsOne Word SubstitutesPhrasal VerbsSingular & Plural, Change of Gender, Collective NounsSpelling TestSynonymsWord formation from other words and use of prefix or suffixWords often confused
Environmental Science
Sec 12
Enviromental Issues: Climate Changes, GlobalWarming, Acid Rain, Ozone layer depletionEnvironmental Pollutions: Air pollution, Water Pollution, Soil Pollution, Marine Pollution, Noise Pollution, Thermal Pollution.Solid Waste Management: Waste Minimization, Recycling and ReUse, Consuming environment friendly products. E waste Management.
BOTANY > Plant morphology and anatomy
Sec 13
Fruits kinds of fruits (simple fleshy, simple dry, multiple and aggregate fruits) with suitable examplesInflorescence Major Types (racemose and cymose) with examplesModifications Root, stem and leaf modifications with examplesPrimary structures of dicot and monocot stem and roots; structure of dicot and monocot leavesSecondary growth normal secondary growth in dicot stem and root; anomalous secondary growth (examples only)
Mathematics > Abstract Algebra
Sec 14
Group – properties and examples – subgroup- cyclic groups – Permutations – rings – integral domains – ideals – fields.
Physics > Optics
Sec 15
Interference of light The principle of superposition, coherent sources, Double slit interference, interference in thin films, Newton’s Rings, DiffractionFresnel diffraction, Halfperiod zones, Fraunhofer diffractiondiffraction at a single slit, diffraction grating, LASERBasic principle, HeNe laser, optical fibrestep, index fibre, graded index fibre , numerical aperture.
Mathematics > Calculus
Sec 16
Limit of a function – indeterminate form – L’Hospital’s rule – continuous function – derivatives – increasing and decreasing function – critical points – stationary points – maxima and minima – concave up and concave down – point of inflexions
BOTANY > Economic Botany
Sec 17
Major pulses, cereals and milletsMorphology of useful parts in jack fruit, pine apple and coconutOil yielding plants mustard, sunflower, oil palm and coconutSugar yielding and fibre yielding plants sugar cane, Beta vulgaris, cotton and hemp
Mathematics > Linear Algebra
Sec 18
Matrix – multiplication - determinants – transpose – symmetric matrix – Hermitian matrix – rank – characteristic roots-Cayley’s theorem
BOTANY > The plant Kingdom
Sec 19
Mesophytes, hydrophytes, epiphytes and halophytes adaptations morphological, anatomical and physiologicalPlant cell structure, cell wall and organelles, totipotency, diversity of cells and tissues (types)Plant groups algae, bryophytes, pteridophytes, gymnosperms and angiosperms diversity of thallus structure and modes of reproduction
Chemistry > Organic chemistry
Sec 20
Nomenclature, basic concepts of reaction mechanism addition, substitution and elimination reactions. Preparation and properties of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, aromatic hydrocarbons, cycloalkanes, alcohols, phenols, ethers, epoxides, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, amines and nitro compounds.Petroleum Refining of crude oil, knocking, octane number, cetane number, cracking.PolymersClassification, Thermoplastics and thermosetting plastics, Rubber.
Mathematics > First Order Deferential Equation
Sec 21
Order – degree – separable equation – linear equation – exact equation – homogeneous equation with constant coefficients.
Mathematics > Vector calculus
Sec 22
Position vector of a point – magnitude – dot product – projection of vector – angle between vectors – cross product – scalar triple products – gradient – divergent – curl- solenoidal vector – irrotational vector.
Physics > Thermal Physics
Sec 23
Thermal conductivity, coefficient of thermal conductivity, WeidmanFranz law, Radiation of heat, Stefan’s law, Zeroth Law and First law of Thermodynamics, differential form of first law, different thermodynamic processes, specific heat capacities, Carnot’s heat engine, entropy.
Regional Language (Malayalam)
Sec 24
ഒറ്റപ്പദംഘടക് പദം (വാക്യം േചേര്ത്തൊല്ത്തെഴുതുക്)പദശുദ്ധിപരയായംപരിഭാഷപിരിൊല്ച്ചെഴുതല്വചേനംവാക്യശുദ്ധിവിപരീത പദംസമാനപദംസ്ത്രീലിംഗം പുല്ലിംഗംേചേര്ത്തൊല്ത്തെഴുതുക്ൈശൈലിക്ള് പഴഞ്ചൊല്ഞ്ചാല്ലുക്ള്
Technical
100 Marks
ELECTRICIAN
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts the Electrician Exam for aspiring electricians to secure government jobs in various departments. The exam is conducted for 100 marks with a duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes.
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Syllabus Explorer
AC Motors, single and 3 phase
Sec 1
AC motor pannel wiringAC motors and starters single phase and 3 phaseAuto transformer starterDOL, Star delta, slip ring motor starterphase sequence
Alternating current and Earthing
Sec 2
Alternating current, EarthingCurrent rating, Testing of installation by meggerGrading of cable and wiresTypes of wiring both domestic and industrial
Instruments and Transformers
Sec 3
Basic principle of Transformer, emf equation of transformersControlling torque and Damping TorqueCooling, Protective DeviceMeasuring Instruments, Indication type and Deflecting typesparallel operation of Transformers
Ohm's Law
Sec 4
Buckling, SedimentationCare and maintenance of cellChemical effect of electric currentDifferent type of cellsEffects of variation of temperature on resistanceGrouping of cellsLaws of resistanceOhm's law, Kirchoff's law
Magnetism
Sec 5
Capacitor, types and functionsClassification of magnetic propertieselectromagnetism, Fleming's left and right hand ruleFaraday's laws of electromagnetic induction, Len'z lawMMF, Flux density, ReluctancePara, dia and ferromagnetic material
Illumination and Basic Electronics
Sec 6
classification of Diode, Rectifier, TransistorIllumination – Laws of illuminationSemiconductor – P type, N TypeType of lamp, Domestic appliances
Transmission
Sec 7
comparison of AC and DC transmissionTransmission and Distribution
Basic Electricity
Sec 8
Conductor, Insulator, SemiconductorFlux and soldering techniqueFundamental Of ElectricityProperty of ResistanceTypes of wires and cables
DC Machine
Sec 9
DC Generators and TypeDC motors and typeDescription of series, shunt and compound Generatoremf equationStarters 3 point, 4 point and speed control machine
Power Generation
Sec 10
Generation Source of energyVarious types of power generation
Technical
100 Marks
Chemist ||| Conservation Officer
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the posts of Chemist in Coirfed and Conservation Officer in State Archives Department.
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Organic Chemistry-3
Sec 1
2D NMR techniques - NOE, DEPT, and 2D techniques such as COSY-HSQC, HMQC and HMBCApplication of Drug design and development- various stepsApplications of photochemistryApplications of UV, IR, H1NMR, C13NMR and Mass SpectroscopyBiodegradable polymers biopolymersChemistry of Natural Products : Terpenes, steroids, alakaloids, carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, vitamins, prostoglandins, hormones and enzymesClassification of pericyclic reactions, FMO, Correlation diagram, Mobius and Huckel theory of electrocyclic and cyclo addition reactionsCombinatorial organic synthesis, introduction, methodology, automation, solid supported and solution phase synthesis, study of targeted or focused libraries and small molecule librariesEnergy transfer, sensitization and quenchingFundamentals of polymerizationORD and CD - theory and applicationsPatterno-Buchi and Barton reactions, Hofmann- Löffler- Freytag reaction, photo-Fries and Di-π methane, di- π methane rearrangementsPhotochemical processesPhotoreactions of carbonyl compounds, enes, dienes and arenesPolymers in organic synthesis - supports, reagents and catalystsProtein denaturationProteinsequencingby Edmans methodSinglet and triplet states and their reactivity, Jablonski diagramSolving of structural problems on the basis of numerical and spectrum based dataSpectral interpretation and structural elucidationSpectrocopic methods in Organic chemistryStereo and region selectivity and industrial applications of Diels Alder reaction, 1,3–Dipolar cycloaddition and Sigmatropic rearrangementsstructure - property relationship of polymers and polynucleotidesSynthesis of of stereo regular polymersZiegler-Natta catalyst
Physical Chemistry-1
Sec 2
Activity coefficientsChemical equilibrium, Law of mass action, Transformation of the equilibrium expressionsChemical potentialCrystal defectsCrystal SymmetryElectronic Structure of SolidsEntropy and its dependence on variables of a systemEquations of stateEquations of state of real gases- vander Waals, Virial and other equationsEuler’s relation, Gibbs and Helmholtz equations and energiesFugacityFundamentals and advances in the study of Phase EquilibriaGaseous State- Maxwell’s distribution and equationGibbs Duhem equationHeat capacities of Solids and GasesInter molecular forces and consequencesLaws of ThermodynamicsLiquid Crystals and their applicationsMaxwells relationsPartial Molar QuantitiesProperties of Solids : Electrical, Magnetical and OpticalQuantum StatisticsRelationship between partition functions and thermodynamic properties, Sackur-Tetrode equationStatistical derivationStatistical thermodynamics - Molecular Partition FunctionStructure and Theories of LiquidsThe principle of equi-partition of energyTheories and calculation of Surface tension and ViscosityTheories of SolidsThermodynamics of irreversible processThermodynamics of Solutions – Duhem Marghules equationTransport phenomena- Chapman equationTwo and Three Component Systemsvant Hoff’s equations, isochore and isothermXRD of liquids
Organic Chemistry-1
Sec 3
Acyloin condensation, Alkyne coupling reactionsAldol condensationApplication of Cram’s rule, Felkin–Ahn modelAromaticity and antiaromaticityAromaticity of annulenes, mesoionic compounds, metallocenes, cyclic carbocations and carbanionsAxial stereochemistry: atropisomerism and its designation - biphenyls, allenes, spiranes- M and P configurationsBasic concepts of Organic reactionsChlorination of alkane, addition of HX, SRN1 mechanismChugaev reaction and Cope eliminationsCis and trans hydroxylation of cycloalkenesConformational analysis in acyclic and cyclic systemsCyclic, fused polycyclic and bridged polycyclic hydrocarbons, bridged and fused hydrocarbon systems, Spirocyclic hydrocarbon systems, Heterocyclic systems containing Nitrogen and OxygenElectron displacement effectsElimination Vs substitutionGeneration and reactions of Nitrenes, Carbenes and free radicals like Triphenyl methyl, TEMPO, Dibenzoyl peroxide, NBS , Tributyl Tinhydride and AIBNGeometrical isomerismGrignard, Mannich, Thorpe reactions and Dieckmann condensationHoffmann and Saytzeff eliminationMechanism and applications of common substitution, addition, elimination and rearrangement reactionsMechanism and applications of Michael addition and Robinson AnnulationMechanism and applications of Shapiro reaction, Peterson and Julia olefination, Wittig and Wittig - Horner reactionsMechanism and regio and stereo aspects of E1, E2 and E1cb reactions in cyclic and acyclic systemsMechanism of Addition of H2O, X2, HX, and boranes to C=C systemsMitsunobu reaction and Chichibabin reactionsMolecular symmetry and chirality, axial chirality, planar chirality and helicity, relative configuration, stereochemical nomenclature, R and S, E and ZNGP and Nonclassical carbocationsNomenclature of organic compoundsNon aromatic, homoaromatic, hetero and non–benzenoid aromatic systemsProchiral centre and prochiral faces- Pro R and Pro S, Re face and Si face, Importance of prochirality in biological systemsReimer-Tiemann, Vilsmeier-Haack reactionsSN1', SN2', SNi SNAr and benzyne mechanismsSodium in liquid ammonia and Lindlars catalyst in conversion of alkynes to alkenesStereo chemistry of biphenyl and allenesStereochemistry and factors affecting Aliphatic and Aromatic SN1 and SN2 reactionsStereoselectivity: enantioselectivity, diastereoselectivity & stereoconvergenceStereospecific and stereoselective synthesisstereotopicity & stereoprojectionsStork enamine, Cannizzaro, Perkin, Ritter, Stobbe, Knoevenagel, Darzen, Reformatsky and benzoin condensationsTopicity and prostereo isomerism -asymmetric synthesis
Physical Chemistry-2
Sec 4
Adsorption from solutionsAdsorption Isotherms Heat of adsorption and its determinationArrhenius equationBasic principles of KineticsBimolecular surface reactionsCatalysis: Mechanism and theories of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysisColloidsDetermination of surface area of solids-Harkins–Jura absolute method, point B method, Langmuir method and BET methodElectrochemistry and Ionics: Activity and activity coefficient of electrolytes, determination of activity coefficientElectrodes and Electrochemical CellsElectrokinetic PhenomenaElectrolytic PolarizationEnzyme catalysisfast reactions and methods of studyFuel cells: H2-O2, zinc-air and solid oxide fuel cellsHammet equation and Taft equationKinetic effects: Primary and secondary kinetic salt effect, influence of solvent on reaction rates, significance of volume of activation, linear free energy relationshipKinetics of Complex reactionsLangmuir–Hinshelwood mechanismMonolayer and multilayer adsorptionNernst, Debye-Huckel, Omsager EquationsOver potentials: Butler-Volmer equationPrinciples of LEED, SEM, TEM, ECSA, Photoelectron spectroscopy, scanning probe microscopy, Auger electron spectroscopyReactions in solution: Factors affecting reaction rates in solutions, effect of dielectric constant and ionic strength, cage effect, Bronsted-Bjerrum equationsteady state approximationTafel and Nernst equation, Tafel plot and its significanceThe gas-solid interphase, types of adsorptionTheories of Reaction RatesTheory and applications of electro Analytical Methods : Potentiometry, Polarography , Coulometry, Conductometry, Cyclic Voltametry, Stripping Voltametry and AmperometryZeta Potential
Organic Chemistry-2
Sec 5
allylic and benzylic oxidation, Sharpless epoxidation, oxidation using SeO2, manganese (IV) oxide, lead tetraacetate, ozone, peracids, DDQ, silver carbonate and Cr(VI) reagentsApplications of HIO4, OsO4 and mCPBABirch reduction, Clemmensen reduction and Wolff - Kishner reduction, Huang - Minlon modification, Rosenmund reductionGrignard reagents, Alkyl lithiums, Lithium Dialkylcuprates, Alkynyl copper reagents, Tebbe reagent etc.Grubbs’ catalystsHammet plot and applicationsHeck, Negishi, Sonagashira, Kumada, Stille coupling and Suzuki couplingJones oxidation, Swern oxidation, Moffatt oxidation, Sommelet reactionLinear Free Energy Relations, The Hammett equation and its applicationsMechanism with evidence of Wagner – Meerwein, Pinacol, Demjanov, Hofmann, Curtius, Schmidt, Lossen, Beckmann, Fries, Hofmann–Martius, Dienone–phenol, Benzilic acid, Benzidine, Favorskii, Stevens and Wolf rearrangementNaBH4, and LiAlH4, DIBAL-H, tri-n-butyltin hydride, diimide, and aluminium alkoxideOlefin metathesisOxidation and Reduction reactions in organic synthesisPhase transfer catalysis and its applicationsPrimary, secondary, inverse kinetic isotope effectsReduction using boranes, hindered boranes and derivativesRetrosynthetic analysis and disconnection approach in organic synthesisSalt effects and special salt effects in SN reactionsSignificance of sigma (σ) and rho (ρ) reactions with negative and positive ρ, low and high ρ, abnormal Hammet plot, Taft equationUmpolung concept-1,3-Dithiane, benzoin condensationUse of various organic, inorganic and organometallic reagents in organic synthesisUse of various protecting groups in peptide synthesis
Physical Chemistry-3
Sec 6
and Rotational motion –SHO, Rigid RotorAngular MomentumApplication of Quantum mechanics to Exactly Solvable Model ProblemsApplications to MO Theory, Chemical Bonding and SpectroscopyApplications- Chemical Bonding in Diatomic and Polyatomic MoleculesApproximation Methods and Chemical BondingBasic principles of Group TheoryBasic principles of Molecular spectroscopy: Microwave, Infrared, Raman, Electronic, NMR, ESR, Raman and Mossbaurcalculation of heat capacity of gasesCharacter TablesClassical mechanics and its limitations –need of quantum mechanics, de Broglie relation and its experimental proof, uncertainty principle and its consequencesComputational Chemistry - Computational methods : ab initio, Semi Empirical methodsDulong and Petit’s law, Kopp’s law; limitationsEinstein theory and Debye theory of heat capacityElectronic Spectroscopy of AtomsFormulation of Quantum MechanicsHydrogen like AtomsLegendre polynomials and associated Legendre functionsMaxwell Boltzmann, Bose Einstein and Fermi-Dirac statisticsMO diagram of homo nuclear diatomic molecules Li2, Be2, B2, C2, O2 and F2 and hetero nuclear diatomic molecules LiH CO, NO and HFMolecular MechanicsMulti Electron SystemsMultiplication of operationsPoint groups and their systematic identificationPostulates of quantum mechanicsQuantum mechanical tunnellingQuantum statistics- Bose-Einstein statistics, Thermodynamic probabilityQuantum theory of heat capacitySCF and variation methodSetting up of character table of C2v, C3v and C2h groupsSpin orbitalsSpin- orbit couplingSymmetry elements and symmetry operationTerm symbols, selection rules and exp anation of spectral lines of hydrogen atomTranslational motionVector atom modelVibrational motionWave functions for multi electron systems, wave equation for multi electron systems, symmetric and anti- symmetric wave functions, Pauli’s anti-symmetry principle, and the postulate of spin
Analytical, Environmental, Material and Supramolecular chemistry
Sec 7
Application of Phase Transfer CatalystsApplications of Microwave and sonication in the synthesis of organic compoundsApplications of TG, DTA and DSC in the study of metal complexes, ceramics and polymersCalculation of R by method of least squaresChemistry behind Piezoelectric, magnetostrictive, halochromic, chromogenic, electrochromic, thermochromic, magnetocaloric and thermoelectric materialsChemistry of Atmosphere, Hydrosphere and LithosphereConfidence limitsCorrelation analysisDrug design and Drug actionErrors and their minimisationEvaluation of analytical data: Accuracy and precisionExtraction using supercritical liquid CO2, Craig’s technique of liquid-liquid extractionGreen ReactionsGreen synthesisInorganic analysisNanostructures - ID, 2D and 3D structuresOrganic analysis and preparationsphysical chemistry experiments (Post graduate level)Significant figuresSolvent extractionStandard deviation, variance and coefficient of variationStudent ‘t’ test, ‘Q’ test, and ‘F’ testSupramolecular chemistry - Molecular recognition : Synthetic Receptors, Cyclodextrin, Calixiranes, Cyclophanes, Crown EthersSynthesis and applications of nanomaterialsTheory and practice of : Quantitative and Qualitative analysisTheory of chromatographic techniques -Column, TLC, Paper, GC, HPLC and ion exchange chromatographic techniquesTwelve principles of green chemistry and issues in sustainable chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry-3
Sec 8
Applications of ferro, piezo and pyroelectricsApplications of nuclear reactions- fission and fusionAX, AX2, AmX2, ABX3, Spinels and Inverse spinel structuresClose packed structures: BCC, FCC and HCPColour in inorganic solidsCoordination numberDetailed study of different nuclear modelsDielectric materialsDielectric propertiesDifferent theories about conductors, insulators and semiconductors and their applicationsDifferent types of Crystal defects and consequencesDoping and band gap adjustmentsElectronic structure of solidsFerroelectricity, pyroelectricity, piezoelectricity and ionic conductivityInorganic Advanced materials : Solid Electrolytes: Mixed oxides, cationic, anionic solid electrolytes, mixed ionic-electronic conductorsInorganic phosphorsInorganic pigmentsLiquid crystals and their applicationsMagic numbersMiller indices and Bravais LatticesMolecular materials and fullerides, basic idea of molecular materials chemistry like One dimensional metals, Molecular magnets and Inorganic liquid crystalsneutron activation analysis – counting techniquesNeutron captures cross section and critical sizeNuclear reactions - structure and stabilityNuclear reactions: Direct nuclear reactions, heavy ion induced nuclear reactions, photonuclear reactionsPoint groups and space groupsradio active equilibria and equations of radioactive decay and growthSolid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC), Rechargeable battery materialsSolid state chemistry of metal nitrides and fluorides, chalcogenides, intercalation chemistry and metal-rich phasesSolid State Chemistry: Crystal symmetryStructure and theories of LiquidsSuperconductivity, Photoconductivity Photovoltaic effectTemperature dependence of conductivity, carrier density and carrier mobility in semiconductorsVoidsX-ray diffraction by crystals: Applications and calculations using Bragg’s equation and indexing methods
Inorganic Chemistry-1
Sec 9
Boron - Nitrogen compoundsBoron hydridesCarboranes and metallocarboranes- STYX and WADE rulesChemical periodicityChemistry of Hydrogen and s block elementsChemistry of Isopoly and Heteropoly acidsChemistry of Lanthanides and Actinides including their extraction and applications as well as their coordination complexes and spectral behaviourChemistry of Nontransition elements like Glass Theories of acids and basesChemistry of p block elements and d block elementsCrystal field theoryDetailed study of Stability and reactions of metal complexesElectron transfer, Substitution and Photochemical reactions and their kineticsExtractive chemistry of various metals of commercial importanceHSAB conceptJahn Teller distortionLigand field theoryMolecular orbital theoryOrganoboranesPhosphorous-Nitrogen compoundsProtic and Aprotic solventsReactions in Non-aqueous solventsSilicon-Oxygen compoundssolvent effects, linear free energy relationship – mechanism and methods of determination, super acidsStereochemistry of coordination compoundsStructure and bonding in moleculesSulphur-Phosphorus compoundsSynthesis, reactions, structure and bonding in Sulphur-Nitrogen compoundsTheories of Coordination Chemistry in detail: Werner’s theoryXenon and Krypton compounds including their organic and coordination compoundsZeolites
Inorganic Chemistry-2
Sec 10
Catalysis by organo metallic compounds and metal clusters- hydrogenation, hydroformylation and polymerizationCD and ORD spectra of metal complexesChalcogenide Clusterschanges in ligand vibration on coordination with metal ionsChevrel PhasesComplexes with cyclic π donors: Cyclopentadiene, benzene complexesComplexes with linear π donor ligands: Olefins, acetylenes, dienes and allyl complexesConstruction of energy level diagramsCorrelation diagramCorrelation diagrams for dn and d10 ions in octahedral and tetrahedral fieldsCubane ClustersDifferent aspects of magnetic properties of complexes and their determinationESR spectra: Application to Cu(II) complexes and inorganic free radicals such as PH4, F– and [BH ]–Essential and trace metal elements in biological systemsInorganic medicinal chemistryIsoelectronic and isolobal relationshipsLow nuclearity and High nuclearity carbonyl clusters (LNCCs and HNCCs)mechanism of ion transport across membranesMetal –Metal bonds and metal atom clustersMetals in medicineMethod of descending symmetryMossbauer Spectroscopy: Application of the technique to the studies of iron and tin complexesNMR of metal nuclides with emphasis on 11B, 31P and 19F NMRNomenclature, synthesis, structure, properties and bonding of organo-metallic compounds - metal carbonyls and cyanidesOrgel and Tanabe-Sugano diagramsPhotosynthesis, porphyrin ring system, chlorophyll, PS I and PS IIRole and effects : Coenzymes, Cytochromes, chlorophylls and hormonesRole of Iron,Calcium, Copper, Lithium, Aluminium, Magnesium and other metals in biological systemssodium- potassium pumpSpectroscopic Methods in Inorganic Chemistry- Structural elucidation of coordination compounds containing the following molecules/ ions as ligands- NH3, H2O, CO, NO, OH–, SO2–, CN–, SCN–, NO–, NO–, CH3COO– and X– (X=halogen)structure and functions of biological membranesStructure andbonding offerroceneand dibenzenechromium complexesSymmetry and Selection rules for electronic spectra , IR and RamanSynthetic model for photosynthesisTerm symbolsTheory of Electronic, IR, NMR, ESR and Mossbaur spectra of complexesTri , Tetra and hexa nuclear clustersZintl Anions and Cations – Capping Rule
Technical
100 Marks
READER GRADE II ||| COPY HOLDER (KANNADA)
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts examinations for the posts of Reader Grade II and Copy Holder (Kannada) in the Printing Department.
150m
11s
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PRESS WORK
Sec 1
Blanket lift, image removerDampening solutionPlate developer, gumRoller wash, blanket washBasic, plates, units, typesInk and substratesBasic, Units, parts and functionCylinder preparation methodsInk and substratesBasic and conceptsHISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT IN OFFSETBasic and conceptsDrying methodsEstimation, calculations, storageHistory, types, making processproperties, strictureTypes, storageEstimation, calculations, storageHistory, types, making processApplicationsTools, materials and substratesTypes, principles and processManufacturesOperation, work flowTypes, parts, Units and functionSheet fed, web, CIC, multi color, perfecting, water less, dry, digitalOperation, work flowPress consoleTypes , parts, Units and function
BINDING
Sec 2
Classifications and methodsEnd papersMaterialsPaper calculationsParts of a bookStyles
COLOR IN PRINTING
Sec 3
CMYK and RGB colorsColor separationImportance, color mixingPrimary and secondary color in printing
QUALITY CONTROL IN PRINTING
Sec 4
Device and working
INTRODUCTION OF PRINTING
Sec 5
Division of Printing industryHistory, Development, ClassificationsPrint mediaPrint production work flow
BASICS OF ENGINEERING
Sec 6
ElectronicsEngineering drawingMechanical
PRE PRESS
Sec 7
Computer and network basicImage editing softwarePublishing and E' publishingTypographyWord processingComputerized preparation (CTP, CTF, NIP)Manual preparationTypes of plates, plate related problemsDigital pre - press, work flowManual preparationPreparation with software
PRESS MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE SHOOTINGS
Sec 8
Ink problems and trouble shootingsPaper problems and trouble shootingsPneumatic problemsPress maintenancePrinting problems and trouble shootingsSafety devices
FINISHING OPERATIONS
Sec 9
Modern finishing operationsOperationsTypes of covering and finishing
PRE MAKE READY AND MAKE READY
Sec 10
Step by step operations
PACKAGING AND CARTON MAKING
Sec 11
Types of cartons and their making
Technical
100 Marks
Skilled Assistant Gr II
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts a direct recruitment exam for the post of Skilled Assistant Grade II in the Electrical Inspectorate Department.
90m
10s
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AC Motors, single and 3 phase
Sec 1
AC motor pannel wiringAC motors and starters single phase and 3 phaseAuto transformer starterDOL, Star delta, slip ring motor starterphase sequence
Alternating current and Earthing
Sec 2
Alternating current, EarthingCurrent rating, Testing of installation by meggerGrading of cable and wiresTypes of wiring both domestic and industrial
Instruments and Transformers
Sec 3
Basic principle of Transformer, emf equation of transformersControlling torque and Damping TorqueCooling, Protective DeviceMeasuring Instruments, Indication type and Deflecting typesparallel operation of Transformers
Ohm's Law
Sec 4
Buckling, SedimentationCare and maintenance of cellChemical effect of electric currentDifferent type of cellsEffects of variation of temperature on resistanceGrouping of cellsLaws of resistanceOhm's law, Kirchoff's law
Magnetism
Sec 5
Capacitor, types and functionsClassification of magnetic propertieselectromagnetism, Fleming's left and right hand ruleFaraday's laws of electromagnetic induction, Len'z lawMMF, Flux density, ReluctancePara, dia and ferromagnetic material
Illumination and Basic Electronics
Sec 6
classification of Diode, Rectifier, TransistorIllumination – Laws of illuminationSemiconductor – P type, N TypeType of lamp, Domestic appliances
Transmission
Sec 7
comparison of AC and DC transmissionTransmission and Distribution
Basic Electricity
Sec 8
Conductor, Insulator, SemiconductorFlux and soldering techniqueFundamental Of ElectricityProperty of ResistanceTypes of wires and cables
DC Machine
Sec 9
DC Generators and TypeDC motors and typeDescription of series, shunt and compound Generatoremf equationStarters 3 point, 4 point and speed control machine
Power Generation
Sec 10
Generation Source of energyVarious types of power generation
Technical
100 Marks
Overseer (Civil) ||| Site Engineer
The Kerala PSC Overseer Exam is a competitive examination conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission to recruit candidates for the position of Overseer in various government departments. This exam is open to individuals with a Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
90m
11s
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Quantity surveying
Sec 1
Abstract of estimate preparation for building with gabled roof, building with hipped roof building with valley, two storied building (residential and office)Abstract of estimate preparation of abstract of estimateAnalysis of rates-preparation of standard DATA of CPWD with specification as per CPWD standardApproximate estimate-types of approximate estimate-problemsCapacity of reservoir from contour mapCompute quantities of a compound wall - steps - doors-windows-ventilatorConveyance statement for different materialsCost of materials at source and at site - conveyance chargesDetailed estimate and abstract of estimate for Septic Tank and soak pit estimateDetailed Estimate of AqueductDetailed Estimate of RCC beam, slab, Column and preparation of bar bending scheduleDetailed estimate preparation for building with gabled roof, building with hipped roof, building with valley, two storied building (residential and office)Detailed specifications for various items of work of Earth work excavation, Foundation concrete, Masonry work, DPC, FormDifferent methods of taking out quantities - Center line method - long wall short wall methodEarth work computation - Trapezoidal - mid section-mean section (trapezoidal) - Prismoidal formula -computation of earth work from Longitudinal section and Cross section (no transverse slope)Estimate -types - detailed estimate, supplementary estimate, revised estimate, annual repair and MaintenanceGeneral rules for taking measurements as per CPWD standardIRC Specifications for WBM roadLump sum items -extra labour - contractor's profitPreparation of Plan, Estimate and other documents for submissionQuantity surveyor- duties of quantity surveyor-essential requirements of quantity surveyorRules of measurements - rules regarding tolerance of wastage of materialsSchedule of rates labour and materialsStandard data book - schedule of ratesSundries- Lump sum- Lead and lift- contingencies unforeseen items-work charged establishmentUnits of measurements for different items as per standardCalculation of depreciation by different methodsDefinition of ValuationLand valuation - ProblemsLife of structure-type, locationMaintenance -legal controlMethods of valuation:-Rental method-direct comparison with cost-Based on profit-Development method of valuation- depreciation methodPurpose-Factors governing valuationScrap value-salvage value-market value-book value-sinking fund annuity and depreciationWork, RCC, Plastering, Pointing, Flooring, Painting and Polishing
Construction Materials
Sec 2
Commonly used sizes for different applications, grading of coarse and fine aggregateMaterials generally usedRequirements of good coarse aggregatesLimitations of mining of sand from rivers and sea shoreM-sand, alternatives of sandSources of sand-River sand, Sea sand and pit sandComposition, Compounds present, manufacturing methods-characteristics of cementTests on cement-Consistency test, fineness test, Sp.gravity test, Setting time test, Soundness test, and field testsTypes of cement-PropertiesUses of cementCharacteristics of Concrete and reinforcements-preparation-workabilityProportioning, ingredients, PCC and RCCTests on Cement concrete-Laboratory tests and field Tests-Slump test, compaction factor test, qualities of water used for mixingWater cement ratio- effects on strength and workabilityCharacteristics of good brick used for building purposeComposition of brick earthIS specifications of bricksManufacturing methods (Description only), kiln and clamp burningRaw materials usedFerrous metals-Wrought iron, Cast iron, Mild steel-Special steels-High carbon steel, High tensile steel and stainless steel (Properties and uses only)Nonferrous metals: Aluminum, Copper, Lead, Zinc and Titanium-important alloys- properties and usesPreparation of lime and cement mortarProportions of mortar for various items of workTests on cement mortarChemical admixtures Plasticizers and super plasticizersPreparation of concrete cubes and test on cubesQualities of materialsTypes of reinforcement used-characteristics of reinforcing materialCharacteristics of good building stoneClassification geological, Physical and chemical classificationDressing of stonesQuarrying of stones - methods - wedging and blasting -explosives usedValues of, load bearing capacity of stonesVarieties of stones - granite, trap, basalt, sand stone, LateriteEarthenware and stoneware pipes -uses-qualitiesType of tiles-characteristics-uses-Floor, wall and roofing tiles, Porcelain, vitrified and glazed tilesDefects in timberPreservation of timberSeasoning of timberStructural classification- Soft wood and hard woodWood products ply wood, MDF, HDF, Veneer
Geotechnical Engineering
Sec 3
Air contentGeneral and local shear failureTerzaghi's theory of bearing capacity-effect of water table-plate load test and limitationBearing capacity:- ultimate bearing capacity, safe bearing capacity and allowable bearing pressureClassification of soilsCompaction of soil- Definition and objectives of compaction - Standard Proctor test and modified proctor test - concept of O.M.C and maximum dry density - Zero air voids line - field compaction methods - factors affecting compactionConsistency of soils - liquid limit, plastic limit, shrinkage limit, plasticity index, consistency indexDegree of saturationDensity index - functional relationshipsDetermination of coefficient of permeability - constant head permeability test - falling head permeability test-coefficient of permeability estimation problemsDetermination of index properties:- water content by oven drying method - specific gravity using Pycnometer and specific gravity bottleDetermination of liquid limits, plastic limit & shrinkage limit - shrinkage ratioEffective and neutral pressuresEngineering properties of soil-Shear strength-permeability- compressibilityEstimation and relationship between propertiesField density by sand replacement method and the core cutter methodGeophysical methods (Seismic refraction and Electrical resistivity method)History of development of soil mechanicsIntroduction of Soil mechanics:- soil Engineering - Scope of soil EngineeringNecessity - I.S. classificationParticle size distribution - sieve analysis, hydrometer method - particle size distribution curvePercentage air voidsPermeability of soil - Darcy's law - discharge velocity and seepage velocity - factors affecting permeabilityPorositySite Investigation and sub-soil exploration - Objectives - site reconnaissance - site exploration - depth of exploration - number and disposition of pits and boring - general exploration - detailed exploration - methods of site exploration - open excavations - boring methods - auger boring - auger and shell boring - wash boring - percussion boring - rotary boring - soil samples and samplers - disturbed sampling - undisturbed samplingSoil as a three phase system - water contentSoil types - residual and transportedSoil water - classification - absorbed water - capillary water - stress condition in soilSpecific gravityStandard Penetration TestUnit weight of soil - bulk unit weight, dry unit weight, unit weight of solids, saturated unit weight, submerged unit weightsVoid ratio
Transportation Engineering
Sec 4
Air port Engineering:-Classification of airport - layout of an airport and locationAirport requirements - airport components -Runway, Apron, taxi way, terminal building, hangers, cargo, Fueling facility, Fire fighting, parking and circulation areaAirport requirements - Run way alignment - pattern and layout of runway length - selection of site for airportBridge and Culvert:- Alignment of bridge - types - economical span - linear water way - afflux and vertical clearance - permissible velocities - scour depth - prevention of scourBridge and Culvert:- Approach road - function - different types of approach road alignmentBridge and Culvert:- Bridge project - Surveys, plans and documents - Selection of site for bridgeBridge and Culvert:- Foundation - Types of foundations used for bridge - well and pile foundationBridge and Culvert:- Sub Structure - Abutment, pier and wing wall - different typesBridge and Culvert:- Super Structure - Bridge bearing - girder beams - Deck slab - RCC beam bridge - Plate Girder Bridge - steel trussed bridge-arch bridge and bow string girder - Parapet/Hand railBridge and Culvert:- Types of bridges and culvert based on materials used, HFL, position of deck slab, alignment and IRC classificationCurves - Horizontal & vertical curves and their typesDrawings to be included in road projectEngineering Surveys :- Map study - Reconnaissance survey - Preliminary survey - Final location survey - Road alignmentFactors to be considered in road alignment - socio-economic studies - Environmental impact assessmentFlexible pavement & Rigid pavementHighway Engineering:- History of road development in IndiaHighway Engineering:- Importance of roads and intermodal mix of trafficHighway Engineering:- IRC - IRC classification of road - Urban road classification - Major SH and NH in KeralaHighway Engineering:- Recommendations of Jayakar committee report & its implementationHighway Engineering:- Road plans in India - Salient feature of current road plan (Brief Description only)Highway Geometrics:- ArboricultureHighway Geometrics:- Cross-section of road on level ground, embankment, cutting, partially cutting & fillingHighway Geometrics:- Highway width - Carriage way, shoulders, formation width, right of wayHighway Geometrics:- Road slopes - camber, gradient-types of gradient - ruling, limiting and exceptional gradientsHighway Geometrics:- Road structure - sub-grade, sub-base course, base course and wearing course/pavementHighway Geometrics:- Supper elevation - widening of road onInvestigation and Planning of Highways:- Detailed project report for road projectInvestigation and Planning of Highways:- Different types of surveysInvestigation and Planning of Highways:- Engineering surveys and Traffic surveysInvestigation and Planning of Highways:- The Es in traffic managementClassification of railway based on gaugeCross section of a BG single and double line in cutting and embankmentFixtures and fasteners - fish plates & bolts, pandrol clip - sleepers - materials used - coning of wheel, adzing of sleepersIntroduction: - Importance of railwaysLaying and Maintenance: - Plate laying - definition, methodsPermanent way - Component of permanent way - Formation - Ballast - functions & materials usedPoints and Crossings - Points, crossings, turn out, diamond crossing. (General description and sketches only)Rail joints types - requirements of good jointRails - TypesSignaling and Interlocking: - Objectives of signaling - Types of signal - modern signaling methods - principles of interlockingStation yards:- Station yard - marshalling yard - goods yard - shunting yard - loco yard. (Brief description only)Road Construction:- Construction of bituminous road - prime coat & tack coat - premix Macadam & penetration Macadam - Seal coat - Bituminous Macadam road maintenance using cutback/emulsion and hot pre-mix MacadamRoad Construction:- Earth work for road - forming the formation width - spoil bank and borrow pit - balancing of earth work - Compaction of sub grade - Construction of earthen roadRoad Construction:- Materials used - Construction of WBM roadRoad Construction:- Water bound Macadam roadRoad drainage - surface & sub surface drainage, catchment/intercepted drainstypes of at grade intersection - Grade separated intersections - Clover leaf junction - Trumpet junctionTraffic Engineering:- Road markingsTraffic Engineering:- Road structures - Kerb - Medians/Dividers - Channelizing islands - pedestrian loading islandsTraffic Engineering:- Traffic signals - purpose of signalsTraffic Engineering:- Traffic volume study - Traffic intensity studies - OD studies - Road intersection studies - Sight distance - stopping and overtaking sight distancesTraffic Engineering:- Types of signals - Mandatory, cautionary and informatory signalsTunnel Engineering:- Necessity of tunnels and its usesTunnel Engineering:- Parts of a tunnel - Audit tunnel - Vertical shaft - Common shapes - Tunnel lining - Typical section of a tunnel
Environmental Engineering
Sec 5
Appurtenances in Distribution system: - Uses of Sluice valves, Check valves or reflux valves, Air valves, Drain valves or blow-off valves, Scour valves, Fire hydrants and Water meters- (brief description only)Distribution system:- General requirements, system of distribution, gravity system, combined system, direct pumpingDistribution system:- Layout of distribution system -Types - dead end, grid, radial and ring system their merits and demerits and their suitabilityDistribution system:- Methods of supply - intermitted and continuous - advantages & disadvantagesDrainage and Sanitation in Buildings (brief description):- Sanitary fittings - traps, water closets, flushing cisterns, urinals, inspection chambers, anti syphonage pipePollution Control Board: The functions with respect to monitoring and control of air and water pollutionPURIFICATION OF WATER:- Aeration methods of aerationPURIFICATION OF WATER:- Disinfections of water - necessity and method, chlorination, pre-chlorination, break point chlorination, super chlorinationPURIFICATION OF WATER:- Filtration - construction and operation of slow sand, rapid sand and pressure filtersPURIFICATION OF WATER:- Flow diagram of different treatment units for both surface and ground sources - reservoir / pond and wellPURIFICATION OF WATER:- Quality of Water: - Impurities of water - need for laboratory testPURIFICATION OF WATER:- Removal of Taste, colour, odour and hardness Note: (No design for treatment units)PURIFICATION OF WATER:- Sampling and Testing of water - physical, chemical, and bacteriological tests (brief description only)PURIFICATION OF WATER:- Sedimentation - plain sedimentation and sedimentation by coagulationPURIFICATION OF WATER:- Various standards of water such as pH value, color, taste, hardness, odour - for potable waterRural sanitation and sanitary latrines, brief description of operational details of bio-gas plants using cow dung, night soil and agricultural wastesBrief description and choice of types of sewers stone ware, cast iron, cement concrete, pre cast sewers, AC pipeDifferent shapes of cross section for sewers rectangular, circular, egg shaped merits and demerits of eachNecessity of pumping sewage location and component parts of pumping stationQuantity of discharge in sewers, dry weather flow, variability of flow, limiting velocities of sewersSewage characteristics:- Strength of sewage, sampling of sewage, characteristics of sewage physical, chemical and biological significance of the following tests for -Solids, Oxygen demand, BOD, COD,Phvalue, ChloridesSewer appurtenances: location, function and construction of Man holes, Drop man holes, Catch basins, Flush tanks and Inverted siphon (Brief description only)Surface drainages - requirements, shapesSANITARY ENGINEERING:- Definition of terms - sewage, sewerage, sewer, refuse, garbage, sullage etcSANITARY ENGINEERING:- Objects of providing sewerage worksSANITARY ENGINEERING:- Quantity of SewageSANITARY ENGINEERING:- Systems of sewage disposal - conservancy and water carriage systemsSANITARY ENGINEERING:- Types of sewerage systems and their suitability - separate, combined and partially separateSEWAGE TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL:- Calculation of dimension of a septic tank from a given dataSEWAGE TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL:- Miscellaneous treatment: - septic tank - imhoff tankSEWAGE TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL:- Preliminary treatment - brief description and functions of Screens, Skimming tanks and Grit chambersSEWAGE TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL:- Primary treatment - brief description and functions of plain sedimentationSEWAGE TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL:- Secondary treatment - brief description of Trickling filters, Activated sludge process, Secondary clarifier and Sludge digestion, drying, disposalSEWAGE TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL:- Sewage disposal - dilution, disposal on lands, oxidation ponds, oxidation ditch, aerated lagoons, an aerobic lagoons. (brief description only)Connection from water main to building- (Brief description only)General layout of water supply arrangements for single and multistoried building as per I.S. Code of practiceGeneral principles and precautions in laying pipe line within the premises of a buildingWater supply arrangements in Building, Definition of terms- water main, service pipe, communication pipe, supply pipe, distribution pipe, air gapCanal intake- open channels, aqueduct pipesMethods of leak detection - prevention -rectificationPipe corrosion - causes and preventionPipe joints - spigot and socket joint, flange joint, expansion joint for C.I. pipe, joints for concrete and asbestos cement pipePipe materials - C.I. pipes, steel pipes, concrete pipes, A.C. pipes, G.I. pipes, plastic and P.V.C. pipes, high density polythene pipes, merits and demerits of each type (brief description only)Reservoir intakeRiver intakeWATER SUPPLY ENGINEERING:- Conveyance of water:-Types of IntakesWATER SUPPLY ENGINEERING:- Development of water supplyWATER SUPPLY ENGINEERING:- Different systems of water supplyWATER SUPPLY ENGINEERING:- Estimating water requirement:- Total quantity of water for a town, per capita demand and factors affecting demandWATER SUPPLY ENGINEERING:- Fore casting population by arithmetical, geometrical and incremental increase method (problems)WATER SUPPLY ENGINEERING:- General importance of water supplyWATER SUPPLY ENGINEERING:- Need for protect water supplyWATER SUPPLY ENGINEERING:- Sources of Water:-Surface source - lakes, streams, rivers and impounded reservoirsWATER SUPPLY ENGINEERING:- Underground sources - springs, wells, infiltration wells and galleriesWATER SUPPLY ENGINEERING:- Variation in demand - Peak demand during day, month and yearWATER SUPPLY ENGINEERING:- Water requirements for domestic purposes, industrial use, fire fighting, commercial and industrial needs, public useWATER SUPPLY ENGINEERING:- Yield from surface sourceWATER SUPPLY ENGINEERING:- Yield from wells - test for yield
Construction Technology
Sec 6
Types, terms usedDifferent components of building from foundation to roof and their functionsFalse ceilingMaterials used for CeilingTypes, Requirements of good ceiling, Selection of materialsCauses and effectsDefinition of dampnessMethods of prevention -surface treatment - internal water proofing coursesDifferent types-Fittings for doors and windowsDifferent types-VentilatorPositioning of Doors and windows with respect to lighting and ventilationSpecial types of doors-Flush, Revolving, and collapsible, Rolling and slidingTypes and Size as per relevant codesFloor finishes -Types Mosaic, Marble, Granite, Ceramic tiles, Vitrified tiles, Glass, Wooden, and other types of modern floor finishesMaterials used for flooringRequirements of a good floorFunctions-materials usedModern trends in material & technology- slip forms, pvc formsRequirements of good form workFunctions, Classification, Shallow-Deep, Types- Spread footing-raft-mat-column footing pile foundation- well foundationSunshades Canopy and sun breakersTypes of lintels- Wooden, Stone, brick, RCC and RSJ lintelsBrick masonryDifferent types of bonds for walls, piers and junctions of walls for equal and unequal thickness - English, Flemish (Single and Double Flemish)Specification for brick masonry as per relevant codesClassification of masonry walls- load bearing, non-load bearing and retaining wallsComposite masonryDifferent types of stone masonryGeneral principles and specifications for stone masonry as per relevant codesAdvantages and Disadvantages with reference to other types of masonryTypes of hollow blocks used in construction and methods of constructionLaterite masonryPartition walls-Types- materials- requirementsSolid block masonry and inter locking block masonryStone masonryModern methods of constructions:- Framed, Prefabricated, Earthquake resistantMaterials and proportion - Functions - general specifications - typesPrinciple of pre stressingTypes- Internal & External and different methods-prePre stressed slabs and beamsRequirements of good floor finishClassification - pitched and flatCouple, couple closed and collar roofDefinition - importance of roofing with respect to climatic conditionsDifferent types of trusses for pitched roof - wood and steel trussesFlat slab construction- weather proof course to flat roofMethod of arranging and fixing to the battens rafters and purlinsRCC roof - slab with beams - flat and sloped slabsRoof covering for pitched roof - AC sheets, GI corrugated sheets, Aluminum sheets- PVC sheetsDefinition - purpose and function - Requirements of materials usedSelection of materials (for floor finish)Tensioning & post tensioningComponent parts of staircase and liftComponent parts and requirements as per NBC, ramp, Lifts and EscalatorsPlanning and locationLocationTypes - Standards for stair case as per KBR - Tread, Rise, Going, Riser, NosingWidth of stair - Head room - Flight-Landing - Hand railsTypes of staircase
Irrigation Engineering
Sec 7
Barrage and weirsClassification of head works - storage and diversion head works - their suitability under different conditions.- suitable site for diversion worksDuty - different methods of expressing duty - base period - relationship between duty and deltaFactors affecting duty - requirements for precise statement of duty - duty figures for principal cropsSimple problems on dutyBasic methods of irrigationDefinition of irrigation - necessity of irrigation - advantages and disadvantagesNature and Scope of Irrigation EngineeringPerennial and Inundation irrigation -flow and lift irrigation - direct and storage irrigationGeneral layout of diversion works- brief description of component parts of a weirHead Regulator - scouring sluice - flood banks and other protective works (only description)Catchment basin and catchment area, Characteristics of catchment-good, average, bad - free catchment, intercepted catchmentMaximum flood discharge from rainfall records Ryve's and Dicken's formulae, H.F.L marks, Gauge readingRainfall - Methods of estimating average rainfall over a catchment- Thiess's polygon methodRainfall - rainfall cycle - average annual rainfall of an areaRainfall - Types of rain gauges -Factors for selecting suitable site for rain gauge station. precautions in setting and maintaining rainfall recordsRiver gauging - importance - site selection - open gauge well - measurement of velocity by surface floats, velocity rods and current meterRunoff - factors affecting runoff - nature of catchment, runoff coefficient - methods of estimating runoff - empirical. FormulaeCanal regulation - sluice - drops - escapes and their functionsCanals - classification - typical cross section of canal in cutting, embankment, partial cutting and embankment - berms - standard dimensions - balancing depth of cutting- regime channel, necessity and types of canal lining - maintenance of canals.(Only in brief)Cross drainage works - necessity - general description of aqueducts - super passage, under tunnel - siphon - level crossing - inlet and outlet. (Brief explanation and diagram only)Soil erosion - causes and effects of soil erosion, methods of prevention of soil erosionPercolation - percolation gradient - up lift pressure, effect of percolation on irrigation works, up lift pressure and exit velocity - scour - protective works - solid and loose apronsDams - rigid and non-rigid dams - main types - gravity dams-forces acting on a gravity dam - failure of gravity dams and remedial measures - elementary profile - limiting height of dam - low dam and high dam - free board and top width - sketch practical profiles of low dam - drainage gallery - construction joints and their functions - spill ways (only brief description)Terms: full reservoir level, maximum water level, top bund level, dead storage, live storage, free boardtypes - selection of site-types of survey for site selection - Factors influencing in site selection- site investigationsEarth dams - situations suitable for earth dams - types of earth dams - causes of failure of earth dams and precautions - saturation gradient and (phreatic) line- drainage arrangements of an earth damEvaporation - Evaporation losses in reservoirs (only brief description)Tank sluices - head wall, tower head type - regulating arrangements. (Brief explanation and diagram only. Tank surplus works - necessity - suitable site - flush escapes - surplus weirs)Crop periodPrinciple Crops - Kharif and Rabi Crops in India & Kerala - Dry and wet crops
Theory of Structure
Sec 8
Calculation of SF and BM for Cantilever, simply supported and overhanging beams and sketching of SF and BM diagrams (for point load, uniformly distributed load, uniformly varying load and combinations of u.d.l and point loads)Classification of beams - cantilever, simply supported, fixed, overhanging and continuousMaximum BM-point of contra flexureRelation between SF and BMShear force and bending moment - definition and sign conventionsTypes of loading - concentrated, uniformly distributed and uniformly varying loadC.G. of combination of simple solidsCalculate the shear stress and draw the shear stress distribution diagram for rectangular and I SectionsCentroid of plane figures -Determination of centroid of rectangle, triangle, circle, semi-circle and compound areas and remindersDefinition of center of gravity (C.G)Definition of force -types of forcesDetermination of Reactions of simply supported beams and overhanging beams with point loads, uniformly distributed loads, uniformly varying loadsElasticityElasticity, stiffness, plasticity, toughness, brittleness, ductility, Malleability and hardnessHook's lawMoment of force - types of momentsMoment of resistance (calculation)Principle of momentsSimple stresses and strains - types of stressesTensile test on ductile material (mild steel bar) and stress strain curve - limit of Proportionality, elastic limit, yield point - ultimate stress - breaking stress - working stress and factor of safetyTheory of pure torsion -assumptions in pure torsion- derivation of formula - problemsPower transmitted by circular shafts - problemsApply the theory of simple bending to simple and compound sectionsAssumptions in simple bendingCalculate stress, section modulus andDerivation of the equation of simple bendingExplain the terms 'Neutral axis', 'moment of resistance' and 'section modules'Theory of simple bendingChanges in dimension and volume of thin cylinders due to internal pressureFailure of thin cylindrical shell due to internal pressure - circumferential and longitudinal stressesYoung's modulus - stresses and strains in uniform sections of same and composite materials like steel, aluminum and copper
Surveying I
Sec 9
BearingBench mark and its typesCalculate reduced bearing from whole circle bearings-problemCalculate the included angles from whole circle bearingsClassification of levelingConcept of level surface, datum, and horizontal surface, vertical surface and reduced levelConcept of meridian and types of meridianContouringDifferent operations in chain surveyingDifferent types of chain and tape. The factors involved in selecting stations.Errors in chainingFunctions of accessories of plane tableLevelingMagnetic dip and declinationMethod of booking of field notesMethod of reduction of levels-rise and fall method and height of Collimation methodMethods of plane table surveyingObstructions in chainingOperation to set up and orientation in the plane table surveyingParts of prismatic compass and their functionsPrinciple of plane table surveyingSources in errors in compass surveyingSurveying Classification of surveyingType of compass
Surveying II - Define the terms used in the theodolite survey
Sec 10
Calculate the independent co-ordinatesClassification of tacheometryData required to set out circular curveDetermination of stadia constantDifferent methods of traversing using theodoliteDifferent parts of equipments like electronic theodolite, total station and GPSDifferent types of curves- simple curve, compound curve, transition curve and vertical curvesElements of simple circular curveFundamentals of GPS, receiving, observation and the transformation of GPS resultsGales traverse tablenMethods of balancing the traverse- Bowditch's rule and transit rulePrinciple of stadia tacheometry the constantsPrinciple of tangential tachometryPrinciple of trigonometric levellingRemote sensing and its application in civil engineering fieldTemporary adjustments of theodoliteTransition curveTypes of co-ordinates- consecutive and independent co-ordinatesTypes of traverseUses and advantages of Electronic Theodolite, Total station and GPSUses of theodolite
Foundation engineering
Sec 11
Classification of piles according to materials, mode of transfer of loads, method of installation, use and displacement of soilNecessity of pile foundationWell foundations/caissons - shapes of wells and component parts - well sinking - tilts and shifts - measures for rectification of tilts and shiftsDesign of strip footing using Rankine's equationDifferent types of foundations - proportioning of foundations - rectangular footing
Technical
100 Marks
DRAFTSMAN GRADE I /SUB ENGINEER (CIVIL) ||| FOREMAN (WOOD WORKSHOP)
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Draftsman Grade I / Sub Engineer (Civil) in the Kerala Water Authority and Foreman (Wood Workshop) in the Kerala Small Industries Development Corporation Limited (SIDCO).
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PART I : MECHANICAL
Sec 1
Absolute pressureAngle of frictionAngle of reposeAtmospheric pressureAuto CADBeams (types of beams, types of loads)Bernoulli's theorem (assumption and application)Boundary layer theory and various boundary layersBuckingham Pi theoremBuoyancyCarnot cycleCavitationsCenter of buoyanceCenter of pressureCentre of gravityCentroidCoefficient of frictionColumns and struts (different end condition, assumptions of column theory)Composite beamsCone of frictionConic sectionsConstruction of polygonsContinuum conceptCouplesDamsDevelopment of surfaceDevelopments of surfacesDiagonal scaleDiesel cycleDifferent types frictionDimensional analysisDimensionless numbers and its ratiosDrawing instrumentsElastic constantsEnergy balance equation and its application in nozzle, pumps, and turbinesEngineering GraphicsEuler's formula and Rankine formulaFirst, second and third law of thermodynamicsFluidForces (different type, system of forces)Frames (Perfect frames, imperfect frames)Geo thermal powerHydraulic machines (classifications)Hydraulic turbines (Impulse and reaction turbines, specific speed, classification based on specific speed, governing, draft tube, different types draft tubes)Hydrostatic lawImpact of jetInternal combustion engines and External Combustion enginesIsometric projectionJet propulsionLaws of frictionLimitations of Euler's formulaLimiting frictionLong columnMagnitude, direction and position of resultant of system of forcesManometer (simple manometers, U tube and differential u tube manometer)Medium column based on slenderness ratioMeta center and Meta centric heightMethod of section and method of joint to find forces in each memberMiscellaneous scalesModule 1: Engineering Graphics with units of measurementsModule 2: Engineering MechanicsModule 3: Strength of MaterialsModule 4: Fluid MechanicsModule 5: Hydraulic MachinesModule 6: Thermal and ThermodynamicsMoment of inertiaMoment of inertia and center of gravity of common figuresMomentsNormal reactionNotches and weirs (discharge through notches and weirs)Orifice meterOrthographic projectionOtto cycleP-v and T-s diagrams and its importanceParallel axis and perpendicular axis theoremPascal's lawPiezometer tubePitot tubePlain scalePoint of contra flexurePressure diagramPressure gaugesProperties of fluidsPumps (various types of positive and rotodynamic pumps, specific speed of pumps)Radius of gyrationRelation between various elastic constantsRetaining wallsScales (enlarging, reducing, full)Section of solidsShear force and bending momentShear force bending moment diagrams of simply supported, cantilever and overhanging beamShort columnSize of drawing sheets and drawing boardsSlenderness ratioSolar powerStrainStressThermal stress and strainsThermodynamics systemTidal powerTypes of fluidsUnits and its conversionsUnits of measurementsValves and gatesVapor pressureVarious commandsVarious cycles by which thermal power plant and Gas turbine power plants workingVarious thermodynamic systemsVenturi meterVernier scaleWater hammerWelded and riveted joints (strength and efficiencies)Wind mills
PART II : CIVIL
Sec 2
Abstract of estimate preparation of abstractAggregates (Requirements of good aggregate, Classification according to size and shape, Fine aggregates - Properties, size, specific gravity, bulk density, water absorption and bulking, fineness modulus and grading zone of sand, silt content and their specification as per IS 383, Concept of crushed Sand, Coarse aggregates - Properties, size, shape, surface texture, water absorption, soundness, specific gravity and bulk density, fineness modulus of coarse aggregate, grading of coarse aggregates, crushing value, impact value and abrasion value of coarse aggregates with specifications)Analysis of ratesApproximate estimate (types)Assumptions made in the Limit State method of DesignAutoclave Aerated Concrete (AAC) blocksBarrages (components and their functions, Difference between weir and Barrage)Basement floorBasic l/d ratioBehavior of short and long columnsBIS Specifications and field applications of different types of cements (Rapid hardening, Low heat, Portland pozzolana, Sulphate resisting, Blast furnace slag, High Alumina and White cement)Bleeding and preventive measuresBook valueBrick masonry (Terms used in brick masonry, Bonds in brick masonry - header bond, stretcher bond, English bond, Flemish bond etc., Requirements of Brick Masonry, Precautions to be observed, Hollow and Solid concrete block masonry, composite masonry, interlock bricks)Broad classification of materials (Natural, Artificial, special, finished and recycled)Building Components (Functions of Building Components, Substructure - Foundation, Plinth, DPC, Superstructure - Parts of building - Walls, Partition wall, Cavity wall, Sill, Lintel, Doors and Windows, Floor etc.)Building drawingBuilding lineBuilding rules and Bye lawsCalculation of depreciation by different methodsCalculation of development lengthCanal regulators (Head regulator, Cross regulator, Escape, Falls and Outlets)Capacity of reservoir from contour mapCarpet areaCharacteristic load & characteristic strengthCharacteristics of good brickCheck for curtailment of bars in beamsCheck for stiffness as per IS 456-2000Check the deflection of singly reinforced, doubly reinforced and flanged beamsChemical AdmixtureClassification of BuildingsClassification of burnt clay bricks and their suitabilityCode provisions for lap lengthCold weather concreting (effect, precautions)Concept of Limit State DesignConcrete (Different grades of concrete, nominal and design mix, provisions of IS 456)Concrete exposed to sea waterConcreting Operations (Batching, Mixing, Transportation, Placing, Compaction, Curing and finishing of concrete)Constituents and uses of POP (Plaster of Paris)Constituents of brick earthConstruction methods for Structural Steel buildingsConstruction of Substructure (Job Layout, Site Clearance, Layout for Load Bearing Structure and Framed Structure by Center Line and Face Line Method)ContingenciesContract (conditions for validity, Types - Item rate contract, Percentage contract, Cost plus percentage contract, Lump sum contract, Piece work system, Departmental execution of works, Comparison of different types, Execution of agreement, Conditions of agreement)Contractor's profitControllingConventional / Traditional bricksConventional signs for construction materialsConveyance chargesConveyance statement for different materialsCost of materials at source and at siteCoverage of buildingCrop Water requirement (Cropping seasons, Cropping Calendeer (Kerala), Crop period, base period, Duty, Delta, Command area, intensity of irrigation, factors affecting duty)Cross Drainage works (Aqueduct, siphon aqueduct, super passage, level crossing)CURVES (different types, elements of a simple curve, designation of a curve, setting out simple curves by offset method - from long chord, long tangents, chord produced, description of transition curves, Requirement of transition curves, length of transition curves for roads, introduction to vertical curves, geometrics of a vertical curve)Defects in timberDepth of neutral axisDesign a singly reinforced rectangular simply supported beam and Cantilever beams for different loading conditions for flexure (also using SP 16)Design beams under different loading Conditions for shear, bond and anchorageDesign doubly Reinforced Rectangular beams under different loading conditionsDesign of flanged beams under different loading conditionsDesign of isolated column footing (square and rectangular)Design of lintels under different loading conditionsDesign of one way slabs (simply supported, Continuous, cantilever)Design of staircases under different loading and end conditions (dog legged and open well)Design of sunshadeDesign of Two way slab (simply supported, restrained and different end condition)Design the column for uniaxial bending using SP16Design the short column for direct loadDetached buildingDetailed Estimate of AqueductDetailed Estimate of RCC beam, slab, Column and preparation of bar bending scheduleDetailed specifications for various items of work of Earth work excavation, Foundation concrete, Masonry work, D PC, Form work, RCC, Plastering, Pointing, Flooring, Painting and Polishing, IRC Specifications for WBM roadDetails to be collected during planning and preparation of detailed project reportDifferent grades of OPC and relevant BIS codesDifferent methods of seasoning for preservation of timberDifferent methods of taking out quantitiesDifferent stages in construction project (Idea formulation, Investigation, Feasibility study/Report, Project implementation)Different types of estimatesDirectingDiversion head works (Layout, components and their function)Doors (Fully Paneled Doors, Partly Paneled and Glazed Doors, Flush Doors, Collapsible Doors, Rolling Shutters, Revolving Doors, Glazed Doors)Duff Abrams' water cement (w/c) ratio law (significance, range for different grades, maximum for different exposure conditions as per IS 456)Earthen Dams and spillway (Components with function, typical cross section)Earthwork (Excavation for Foundation, Timbering and Strutting)Electrical layout showing electrical fixtures and control pointsExtra labourFerrous and non-ferrous metals and their usesField tests on BricksFinancial management (cash flow, Budget, Seeking budget provision, Bills of appropriation, AS and TS)Floor areaFloor area ratioFlooring materials (Types, uses - Natural and Artificial, Granite, Marble, Clay tiles, Ceramic tiles etc.)Fly ash bricksFormworkFoundation (Functions of foundation, Types of foundation - Shallow Foundation and Deep Foundation - Stepped Footing, Wall Footing, Column Footing, Isolated and Combined Column Footing, Raft Foundation, Grillage Foundation, Strap footing, Pile Foundation, Well foundation and Caissons)General characteristics of stoneGeneral properties and uses of good timberGeneral rules for taking measurements as per CPWD standardGeographical information systems (GIS – map definitions, map projections data entry importance, use and application in Civil Engineering)Global positioning system (GPS - fundamentals, receivers, observations, transformation of GPS results)Gravity dams (typical cross section, drainage gallery)Head roomHeight of buildingHot weather concreting (effect, precautions)Hydration of cementIncreasing productivityIndustrial waste materials (Fly ash, Blast furnace slag, Agro waste materials - Rice husk, Bagasse, coir fibers and their uses)Ingredients of cementIntroduction to construction projects (Types, Elements, Overview of construction industry, Importance, Functions of Construction management)Irrigation and its classificationIRRIGATION ENGINEERINGIrrigation structures (classification of head works, storage and diversion head works, their suitability)Joints in concrete construction (Types, methods for joining old and new concrete, materials used for filling joints)Land valuationLaterite stones (quarrying and dressing)Lead and liftLevelling (Principle, parts and functions of dumpy level, telescopic leveling staff, temporary adjustments of leveling Instrument, record observations in field book, compute reduced levels of stations from field book, Classifications, steps involved in classification, principle of contouring, contour plans from given field notes)Lever arm-Moment of resistanceLime (Properties, types and uses)Limiting value of NA and Limiting moment of resistanceLump sumLump sum itemsManufacturing of cement (dry process, wet process)Manufacturing process of burnt clay brickMarket valueMaterials used for plinth FillingMaximum shear stress in concreteMeasurement of works (Rules for taking measurement, M-book, Rules for recording in M-book, contractors' acceptance of measurement, Arithmetic check, Preparation of bill, Types of bills - Part bill, Part & Final bill, Final bill, Recoveries from bill, Mode of payment, Hand receipt, Contractor's ledger, Impress money)Method Compute quantities of a compound wall, steps, doors, windows, ventilatorMethods of valuation (Rental method, direct comparison with cost, Based on profit, Development method, depreciation method)Mezzanine floorModern surveying equipments (TOTAL STATIONS, GPS AND GIS, Electronic Theodolites)Modification factorModular and Standard bricksMODULE I-SURVEYINGMODULE II-BUILDING PLANNING AND DRAWINGMODULE III-CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND ENGINEERINGMODULE IV- CONCRETE TECHNOLGYMODULE V- STRUCTURAL DESIGNMODULE VI-QUANTITY SURVEYINGMODULE VII -CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENTNominal shear stressNondestructive testing of concrete (Importance of NDT tests, Rebound hammer test - working principle, factors affecting rebound index, Ultrasonic pulse velocity test as per IS 13311 (Part 1 & 2))Organizational structure of PWD/PSU (Duties and responsibilities of Overseer, AE, AEE, EE, SE and CE)OrganizingPaints (whitewash, cement paint, Distempers, Oil Paints and Varnishes with their uses)Partial Safety factors in Limit State method of Design (values as per BIS)Pavement blocks and their usesPermissible shear stress in concretePhotogrammetry (aerial, terrestrial, applications)Physical properties of OPC & blended cement (fineness, standard consistency, setting time, soundness, compressive strength)Planning and its importancePlanning requirements of building as per National Building Code/KMBR/KPBRPlinth areaPlumbing layout showing water supply and sanitary fixtures of a residential buildingPOP finishing boards (sizes and uses)Preparation of Plan, Estimate and other documents for submissionPreparation of standard DATA of CPWD with specification as per CPWD standardPrinciples of Limit State DesignProject management tools (Bar chat, Network models, CPM - Project duration, EPO, LPO, ESTEFT, LST, LFT, Total float, Free float, Independent float, PERT - Calculation of expected time, Slack time, Comparison between Bar chart, CPM and PERT, Project crashing, Information about project management software, Resource levelling and resource smoothening, Time cost trade off, Job lay out, Modern housekeeping principles, Work study, Time and motion study)Properties of Fresh and Hardened ConcreteProperties of Hardened concrete (Strength, Durability, Impermeability)Properties of ingredients of concreteProvision of safety for buildingsPurpose of surveyingQuality control (Need and objectives, Role of specification, supervision, check lists, inspection and sampling & testing of materials)Quantity surveyingQuantity surveyor (duties, essential requirements)Reduction factor for flanged beamsRemote sensing (Introduction and applications in Civil Engineering)Requirements of good building stoneRoofs (Roofing Materials - RCC, MP Tiles, Ceramic roofing tiles, Thatched, G.I. sheets, Corrugated G.I. Sheets, Plastic and Fiber Sheets, Innovative roofing materials (Fiber reinforced cement board, Shingles etc.))Row housesRules of measurementsRules regarding tolerance of wastage of materialsSalvage valueScaffolding and Shoring (Purpose and Types)Schedule of ratesSchedule of rates labour and materialsSchedulingScrap valueSegregationSet back lineShear and torsion behavior in RCC membersSinking fund annuity and depreciationSlenderness limit for columns as per IS codeSpecial bricksSpecial Concrete (Properties, advantages and limitation of different types - Ready mix Concrete, Fiber Reinforced Concrete, High performance Concrete, Self-compacting concrete, Lightweight concrete, Geopolymer concrete, Mass concrete)Special Concrete and Extreme Weather concreting Admixtures in concrete (Purpose, properties and application for different types - accelerating, retarding, water reducing, air entraining and super plasticizers)Special processed construction materials (Ferro Crete, Artificial timber, MDF, HDF, PVC foam board, WPC, ACP, Artificial sand (M sand) and their uses)Spillways (Definition, function, location, Energy dissipaters)Standard data bookStorage Headworks (Dams and its classification - Earthen dams and Gravity dams (Masonry concrete))Stores (types of stores, T&P stores, material stores, Material handling, Store management, VED, ABC principles, Shelf life of materials, Issue of materials from stores, Stock register, Intent, Invoice, USR, MAS, Minimizing wastage, Survey report & writing off unserviceable materials, Surplus stores & safe custody, Stock verification)Stress -strain curve of Concrete and steelStructural Steel sections for buildingsStructure of timberStudy of slender columnsStudy the behavior of slabsSundriesTender (Objectives, Tender notice, Details to be included, EMD, Tender documents, Types, Procedure for opening, Tender tabulation, Firm period, Negotiations, Selection of contractor)Testing of cement (Laboratory tests - fineness, standard consistency, setting time, soundness, compressive strength, Storage of cement and effect of storage on properties of cement)Testing of concrete (determination of compressive strength of concrete cubes at different ages)Theodolite traversing (Principles, parts and function, temporary adjustments and terms, fundamental lines and their relationship, horizontal angle measurement by repetition and reiteration method, steps involved in setting out angles using a theodolite, method of conducting traverse survey in the field, compute co-ordinates, principle of trigonometry for determining elevation of stations, vertical angle measurements, principle of trigonometric levelling, compute elevations using trigonometric levelling)Theory of Column footing (isolated and combined)Theory on design of columnsTotal stations (component parts, set up, working principles, maintenance of EDM instruments, temporary adjustments, measurement with total station, traverse with total station, Survey station description, data gathering components, data processing components, error sources and controlling errors, field coding, field controlling, Modem for data transfer, readings with prism mode and non prism mode)Type of sectionsTypes Establishment (Regular or permanent establishment, Work charged establishment, CLR and NMR workers)Types of cementTypes of Constructions (Load Bearing wall Structure, Framed Structure, Composite Structure, Prefabricated structures, Special framed structure for earthquake resistance (IS 13920))Types of estimate (Rough cost estimate, detailed estimate)Types of glass (soda lime glass, lead glass, Toughened glass and borosilicate glass and their uses)Types of material and suitability in construction works of following materials (Waterproofing, Termite proofing; Thermal and sound insulating materials)Types of Roof (Flat roof, Pitched Roof - terms used in roofs - King Post truss, Queen Post Truss - terms used)Types of soil and its suitability in constructionTypes of stone masonry (Rubble masonry, Ashlar Masonry, Pointing of stone masonry and their purpose, Precautions)Types of surveyUnderpinningUnderwater concretingUnforeseen itemsUnits of measurements for different items as per standardUse of bamboo in constructionValuation (Definition, Purpose, Factors governing valuation, Life of structure, type, location, Maintenance, legal control)Ventilators (Fixtures and fastenings for doors and windows)Vertical Communication methods (stair, lifts and escalators)Water (Quality of water, impurities in water and permissible limits for solids)Waterproofing (Importance and need, methods, materials used)Weirs (Components, parts, types)Windows (Fully Paneled, Partly Paneled and Glazed, wooden, Steel, Aluminium windows, Sliding Windows, Louvered Window, Bay window, Corner window, Gable and Dormer window, Skylight, Sizes of Windows recommended by BIS)Wood products (Plywood, particle board, Veneers, laminated board and their uses)Work charged establishmentWork orderWorkability (Factors affecting, Determination by slump cone, compaction factor, Vee-Bee Consistometer, requirement for different types of concrete works)
Technical
100 Marks
Chemical Inspector/Technical Assistant (Chemical) ||| Deputy Manager (Production)
The Chemical Inspector/Technical Assistant (Chemical) post, recruited by the Kerala Public Service Commission, involves ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient use of chemicals across industries, inspecting facilities for regulatory and safety compliance, and performing laboratory experiments. Boiler Inspectors are responsible for inspecting boilers, pressure vessels, and accessories to ensure compliance with laws, codes, and safety standards. The Deputy Manager (Production) role, also associated with this syllabus, typically involves overseeing chemical production processes and ensuring compliance with regulations.
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MODULE 5: MASS TRANSFER OPERATIONS
Sec 1
Absorption: Mechanism of Absorption, choice of solvent, conditions of equilibrium between gas and liquid, multistage and continuous operation of absorbers and strippersAdiabatic saturation temperature, wet bulb temperature, types and operation of cooling towersAdsorption: Types of adsorption, adsorbents, adsorption isothermsDistillation: Boiling point diagram and equilibrium curves, application of Raoult's law, relative volatilityDrying: Purpose and industrial applications, Mechanism of drying, rate of drying, batch and continuous driersExtraction: Applications, effect of temperature and pressure, choice of solvent, equipment for stagewise and continuous contactHumidification: Absolute and relative humidity, Percentage saturation, dew pointLeaching: applications, cross current and counter current leachingMass transfer coefficients: film, penetration and surface renewal theoriesMolecular diffusion: Fluxes Ja and NA, Fick's law, steady state and Equimolal counter diffusionTypes of distillations: Simple distillation, steam distillation Azeotropic distillation, extractive distillation and fractional distillationUse of open steam
MODULE 7: INSTRUMENTATION AND PROCESS CONTROL
Sec 2
Advanced control systems: Cascade control, feedforward and ratio controls, dead time compensationControl room panels and control room functions, P, PI and PID Controllers, offset, effects of integral and derivative actionsControl valves – types and characteristicsGain and phase margins, Zeigler Nichols tuning criteriaInstrumental methods of composition analysis: Chromatographic analysis – flame photometry, spectrophotometryInstruments for indication, recording and remote control of Temperature – filled system thermometers, thermocouples, resistance thermometers, radiation pyrometerLevel measuring instruments, Specific gravity and Humidity measurementPressure and vacuum diaphragm gauges, bellow gauges, strain gaugesPrinciples of measurement: Static and dynamic characteristics of measuring instrumentsProcess Control: First order and second order system response and characteristics, Open loop and closed loop transfer functions, poles, zerosStability analysis: Routh test, Bode stability criteriaTime integral performance criteria
MODULE 3: PARTICLE TECHNOLOGY
Sec 3
Agitation and mixing: Purpose of agitation, agitation equipment: propellers, paddles and turbinesCentrifugation, classification of centrifugesCrystallization: crystal geometry, principles of crystallization, nucleation, crystal growth, equipments for crystallizationFiltration: applications, classification of filters, Filter operation, constant pressure and constant volume filtrationFlow pattern in agitated vessels, prevention of swirling, draft tubes and baffles, power consumption in agitated vesselsLaws of crushingMixers for solids and pastesParticle size and shape, types of screens, screen analysis, particle size distributionSedimentation, free and hindered settling, Clarifiers and thickenersSeparation of solids from gases: cyclone separator, bag filter, Electrostatic precipitatorSize reduction and classification of solid particles: Types of crushing equipments, coarse crushers, Intermediate crushers, fine grindersStorage and transportation of solids: Hoppers, bins, devices for discharge of solids: different types of conveyorsStorage of gases: Horton sphere, pressure cylinders, gas holdersStorage of liquids: storage tanks, Storage of volatile liquids – floating roof tanks
MODULE 8: ENERGY, ENVIRONMENT AND SAFETY ENGINEERING
Sec 4
Air pollution: sources, classification. Sampling and analysis of air pollutantsConventional, un-conventional and non-conventional energy sourcesEmergency planning-onsite and offsite emergency planning, Mock drillEnergy from biomass, Energy audit and Energy conservation in chemical process plantsFire pyramid. Types of fire extinguishers and its handling. Fixed fire protection systemsFluidized bed combustion, combined cycle power plantsHazard rating of chemical plants- Dow index and Toxicity indexOccupational Health and Safety Administration, Safety provisions in Factories ActOcean wave energy conversion, ocean thermal energy conversion, tidal energy conversion, wind energyRelief system and DetectorsSafety in the site selection and lay out, Classification of Fire- Pool fire, Jet fire, Flash fire, Explosion-UVCE, BLEVE, Dust explosion, Deflagration, DetonationSafety Inspections, safety Audits, safety Analysis, Hazard Survey and analysis, HAZOP, Bow tie diagram, Fault tree analysis, failure mode and effect analysis, Event tree analysisSolar energy, flat plate collectors, focusing collectors, solar pond, solar thermal power generation, solar energy application in IndiaSolid waste management, Noise pollution - effects of noise on peopleSources and classification of wastewater- Types of water pollutants and their effects- Wastewater sampling, preservation and analysis- Physical, chemical and biological characteristics of wastewater-determination of solids and organic matter-dissolved oxygen (Oxygen Sag Curve) - biochemical oxygen demand-chemical oxygen demand - wastewater microbiologyThe concept of inherent safetyThermal, hydel and nuclear power plants, efficiency, merits and demerits of the above power plantsToxic release, Runaway ReactionWastewater treatment methods - pretreatment - primary treatment - secondary treatment - tertiary treatment-advanced treatment methods
MODULE 1: PROCESS CALCULATIONS AND THERMODYNAMICS
Sec 5
Basic concepts: mole, weight percent, mole percent, normality, molarity, molality, vapour pressure, absolute pressure, gauge pressureChemical reaction equilibriaCompressibility chartsConversion of unitsEquations of state for real gases - van der Waals equation, Redlich-Kwong equation and Virial equationsIdeal gas, Dalton's Law, Amagat's lawLaws of thermodynamics, applications of first law to closed and open systemsPhase equilibria: predicting VLE of systemsProperties of solutions: partial molar properties, fugacity in solutions, activity coefficients, excess propertiesSecond law and EntropySteady and unsteady state mass and energy balances including multiphase, multi-component, reacting and non-reacting systems, recycle, bypass and purge calculationsThermodynamic properties of pure substances: Work function, Gibbs free energy, fugacity, activity, residual properties
MODULE 9: CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY
Sec 6
Bharath stage norms of Diesel and GasolineFertilizers (Ammonia, Urea, SSP and TSP)Inorganic chemical industries (sulfuric acid, phosphoric acid, chlor-alkali industry)Natural products industries (Pulp and Paper, Sugar, Oil and Fats), Rubber – tyre industry, vulcanizationPetrochemicals: Types of plastics, Polymerization processes, polymerization industries (polyethylene, polypropylene, PVC and polyester, synthetic fibers - nylon and viscous rayon)Petroleum refining: Origin and formation of Petroleum, Drilling operations, Evaluation and Characterization of crudeTransportation & Storage of Petroleum, pre-treatment of Crude, Atmospheric distillation &Vacuum distillation of crude, Cracking, Reforming, Isomerization, Alkylation, Polymerization
MODULE 4: HEAT TRANSFER
Sec 7
Boiling and condensation: Boiling phenomena, regimes of pool boilingCorrelations for forced and free convection heat transferCritical thickness of insulationDropwise and film type condensation, Effect of non-condensable gases on rate of condensation, heat transfer coefficients for boiling and condensationEvaporation: Types of evaporators, Single and multiple effect evaporators, Area, capacity, steam economy, boiling point elevation, method of feeding in multiple effect operationForced and free convections: Heat Transfer to fluid without phase change, thermal boundary layer and hydro dynamic boundary layersHeat transfer by conduction: Fourier's law, thermal conductivity, steady state and unsteady state heat transferHeat transfer by radiation: Blackbody, emissivity, Laws of radiation, view factor, radiation shieldHeat transfer equipments: Types of heat exchangers, parts of shell and tube and double pipe heat exchangersLMTD and LMTD correction factor, fouling factor, Calculation of heat transfer area, types of reboilers and condensersNewton's law, Dimensionless numbers in heat transferReynolds, Prandtl and Colburn analogiesSteady state conduction through composite plane, cylindrical and spherical walls, overall heat transfer coefficient from individual heat transfer coefficients
MODULE 2: FLUID MECHANICS
Sec 8
Boundary layer-formation, separation and wake formationEmpirical equation for friction factor, friction loss in pipes and fittingsFans, blowers, compressors and, vacuum systems - vacuum pumps and ejectorsFlow Measurement: Venturi meter, orifice meter, pitot tube, rotameterFlow past immersed bodies: drag, stream lining, friction in flow through beds of solidsFlow through pipes: Continuity, Navier Stokes and Bernoulli's equationsFluid Friction in straight pipes and fittings, Hagen-Poiseuille equationFluidizationLaminar flow, Turbulent Flow, Critical Velocity, Reynolds NumberNewton's law of viscosity, Newtonian and Non-Newtonian fluidsProperties of fluids: Density, Specific gravity, Viscosity, CompressibilityPump classifications, NPSH, Priming of centrifugal pumps and self-primingSelection of pipe sizes, pipe fittings, types and selection of valvesU Tube, Differential & Inclined tube ManometersVelocity distribution in pipes, effect of roughness, friction factor
MODULE 6: CHEMICAL REACTION ENGINEERING
Sec 9
Conversion from tracer information, single parameter models, multi parameter models and zero parameter modelsKinetics of enzyme reactions (Michaelis-Menten and Monod models)Kinetics of homogeneous reactions, interpretation of kinetic data – constant volume and variable volume batch reactorsNon-ideal reactors; residence time distribution, E, C and F curvesSteady state flow reactors, single and multiple reactions in ideal reactors, series and/or parallel combination of ideal reactorsTheories of reaction rates, Arrhenius law, Collision theory, transition state theory
MODULE 10: ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT OF CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES
Sec 10
Networks, Scheduling computations, PERT time estimates, Probability of completion of project, crashingOperations management, Human resources management, Marketing management, Financial management, Entrepreneurship, Business plans, Corporate social responsibility, Patents and Intellectual property rightsProject Management, Network construction, Arrow diagram, Redundancy. CPM and PERTTime value of money and equivalence, equations used in economic analysis, methods of calculating depreciation and total annualized cost, cost indices, rate of return, payback period, discounted cash flow, cost estimation techniques, profitability analysis, break-even analysis, inflation, principles of accounting, profit and loss account, balance sheet account
Technical
100 Marks
Assistant Town Planner
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts this exam for the post of Assistant Town Planner to fill planning and development roles in the Local Self Government Department (Group IV Planning Wing).
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10s
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Syllabus Explorer
Architectural Acoustics
Sec 1
Acoustics: Concept of reverberation and reverberation time. Calculation of reverberation time - Sabine's formula.Effect of noise on human beings - Methods of preventing air borne and structure borne noises.Noise sources - air borne and structure borne. Room Acoustics - Behaviour of sound in enclosed spaces.Sound Absorption. Sound absorption coefficient, Sound absorbing materials, Porous materials, Panel materials, Resonators. Space absorbers - variable absorbers.Sound pressure - Sound intensity and loudness- Decibel and Phons.Sound transmission - Noise criteria -NC curve - Transmission loss - permissible noise levels for different types of spaces. Acoustical defects.The human ear and hearing characteristics - Instruments and equipment's.The nature of sound - propagation of sound-velocity, frequency, and wavelength of sound.
Climatology and Vernacular Architecture
Sec 2
Agraharams of Kerala and Tamil Nādu.Climate and Architecture, Site climate, Factors affecting site climate, Macro & microclimate, Urban and rural climate, Global climatic factors and context, elements of climate, measurements and data representations, Indian climate classification.Cultural aspects, forms, spatial planning, Architectural morphology, symbolism, art, colour, materials of construction and construction technique, proportioning systems, religious beliefs, and practices in the vernacular architecture in the regions of Kerala and Tamil Nādu.Design considerations for warm-humid, hot-dry, composite, and upland climates.Heat flow through buildings, Conductivity, Resistivity, Specific heat, Conductance, Resistance and Thermal capacity.How the social and physical environment, climate of the place, materials, and methods of construction impact vernacular architecture.Thermal comfort factors, Physiological aspects, body heat balance, comfort indices, comfort range and comfort charts (Psychrometric Chart, Bioclimatic Chart, ET and CET Nomograms).Vernacular architecture, Role of social, cultural, political, climatic, economic, symbolic, and technological contest in creation of form.Vernacular houses and townscapes in Kerala.
Architectural Conservation and Urban Design
Sec 3
Architectural Conservation: Definition, Need, Objectives and Scope, Ethics of conservation, Significance, Values in conservation. Heritage- Types of Heritage, Cultural heritage, Natural heritage, Built heritage.Technique of Conservation - Preparatory procedures for conservation. Building material and structural conservation – timber, lime, stone, and laterite. Preparation of Inventories, Initial inspections, Documentation - Research, Degrees of intervention - Prevention of deterioration, Preservation, Consolidation, Restoration, Rehabilitation, Reproduction, Reconstruction. Guidelines for preservation, rehabilitation, and adaptive re-use of historic structures.Urban Design: Relationship between architecture, urban design and urban planning. Indian traditional cities and their urban form: Temple towns, Mughal cities, colonial, modern and post-modern influences in the Indian urban context. Basic theories in urban space design and principles of urban spatial organization. Urban form and cities morphology of historic urban spaces: Greek, Rome, Medieval towns. Concepts of new urbanism. urban design interventions based on principles of scale, mass, linkages, skyline studies etc. Structure plans, formulation of policies and guidelines for landscape, infrastructure, built form and project implementation methods.
Construction Technology
Sec 4
Bearing capacity of soil and the methods to determine it.Building estimates and specifications, Construction scheduling-PERT and CPM methods.Building materials: General properties, standard requirements and Indian Standard tests for common building materials such as stones, bricks, sand and aggregates, cement, lime, timber and steel.General details of building construction including foundations, brick masonry, stone masonry, flooring, plastering, painting and roofing.General principles in ventilation, air-conditioning, lighting and acoustics of buildings.Paints and varnishes.Tests for fresh and hardened concrete, workability of concrete.Use of Kerala Building Rules, Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) classification in planning.
Mechanics of Solids
Sec 5
Bending and shear stresses in beams.Composite section, Volumetric strain, expression for volumetric strain, Elastic constants, relationship among elastic constants, Thermal stresses (including thermal stresses in compound bars).Definitions of slope, deflection, Elastic curve-derivation of differential equation of flexure, Slope and deflection for standard loading classes using Macaulay's method for prismatic beams and overhanging beams subjected to point loads, UDL and Couple.Properties of Materials, Stress, Strain, Hook's law, Poisson's Ratio, Stress - Strain Diagram, Principles of superposition, Total elongation for bars of circular and rectangular cross sections.Shearing force and bending moment in beams, SFD and BMD with salient values for cantilever beams, simply supported beams and continuous and overhanging beams considering various loading and Couple.Strain Energy & Impact loading.Stress components on inclined planes, General two-dimensional stress system, Principal planes and stresses and Mohr's circle of stresses.Theory of simple bending, assumptions and limitations.
Surveying & Geomatics
Sec 6
Classification of survey based on instruments, chain survey-principles-instruments used, errors and corrections, compass survey-bearing, different types and measurements. declination and its correction.Curves-horizontal and vertical, transition curves, curve ranging.Electronic Distance Measurement, Total Station Survey, Global Positioning Systems, Remote Sensing, Geographical Information System.Levelling- principle, temporary adjustments and permanent adjustments, difficulties in levelling, reciprocal levelling, various corrections and contouring.Mass haul diagrams.Theodolite survey-fundamental lines, traverse surveying, closing error and various methods to apply corrections.
Urban Planning
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Classification of Urban areas: Town, city, metropolis, megalopolis, and their interdependence. Census classification of towns in India.Current Planning trends: New Urbanism, Transit Oriented Development, Inclusive cities, Sustainable cities, Resilient cities and Smart cities.Definition of urban area, CBD, nodes, peri-urban areas, conurbation, sprawl, and ribbon development. The process of urbanisation and its impact on environment. Need for planned development.Early models of Urban structure: Concentric ring model, Sector model, Multiple nuclei model.Planning of 20th century cities: Chandigarh, Navi Mumbai, Islamabad, Brasilia, Curitiba etc.Planning Process & Implementation in India: Urbanisation in India. Contents of Perspective plan, Regional Plan, Development plan, Local area plan etc and their interrelationships. Process of plan preparation, Surveys for plan preparation, Major forms of land use regulation and control in India. Planning legislation in India: Origin and evolution of planning legislation in India, Salient Acts like Environment Protection Act, Coastal Regulation Zone Notification, 73 rd and 74 th Constitutional Amendment Act, Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act 2013, Kerala Town &Country planning Act 2016 etc.Planning theories of Post-industrial age: Contributions by Ebenezer Howard, Lewis Mumford, Patrick Geddes, Clarence Stein, Clarence Perry, C. A. Doxiadis and Le Corbusier to town planning.
Sustainable and Cost effectiveness in Architecture
Sec 8
Concept of Green rating systems. Indian Systems- GRIHA, IGBC. International rating systems EAM (UK), CASBEE (Japan), LEED (US), Green Star (Australia) etc. Stockholm declaration 1972, Brundtland report 1987, Earth summit 1992.Cost Effective Techniques- The inter relation of cost effectiveness and sustainability. Relevance in today's world-Mass housing, individual houses, public, commercial, and institutional buildings. Achieving cost effectiveness through planning and efficient construction management. Pioneers in cost effective construction- Architects like Laurie Baker, Charles Correa, Geoffrey Bawa, Moshe Safdie, Hassan Fathy Research and developments of various agencies dealing with cost effective technology- CBRI- Auroville – Cost ford Nirmiti kendra-Habitat.Ecological footprint, Low impact design, Depletion of earth's resources & Carrying capacity. Energy efficiency, ECBC. Energy use in buildings, Operational energy, Life cycle energy. Renewable, non-renewable, and Alternate energy.Environmental issues and Impacts- Pollution, Climate change, Urban Heat Island (UHI), Desertification, Coastal flooding, Water shortage, Imbalance in ecosystem, Food security.Water and waste management. Rainwater harvesting systems.
Structural Engineering
Sec 9
R.C.C Structures: Limit State Method, Concept, different limit states, Characteristic strength and design strength of materials, Characteristic loads, partial safety factor for loads and material strength limits state of collapse in flexure, assumption, stress strain curves for concrete and steel, stress block, maximum strain in concrete, limiting values of neutral axis for different grades of steel, moment of resistance of singly/ doubly reinforced rectangular sections. Basic principles of R.C.C design in shear, bond and diagonal tension, location of reinforcement. Design of simply supported, overhanging and cantilever beams, rectangular and Tee beams, lintels, axially loaded columns and their bases, cantilever and simple counterfort retaining walls. Design of one way and two way slabs.Steel Structures: Limit State Design philosophy, Design of tension members, beams, simple and built up columns, simple roof trusses and girders, column bases and grillages for axially and eccentrically loaded columns. Bolted, riveted and welded connections.
Water Resource and Environmental Engineering
Sec 10
Waste Water Engineering: Wastewater, sources, characteristics, oxygen demand. Design of sewers, dry weather flow, storm water flow, Time of concentration. Circular sewers, Partial flow and full flow conditions. Sewer appurtenances, Design of various treatment units-Screening, Grit chamber, Sedimentation tank, Activated Sludge process, Trickling filter, Rotating biological contactor, Septic tanks, Imhoff tanks, Oxidation ditches, Oxidation ponds, Upflow anaerobic sludge blanket reactors, Sludge digestion, Sludge drying bed.Water Resource Engineering: Hydrologic cycle, Precipitation, Infiltration and Evaporation-measurement and data analysis. Runoff-components and computation, Hydrograph, Unit Hydrograph and S-Hydrograph. Meandering of rivers, river training works. Reservoir - estimation of storage capacity and yield of reservoirs - reservoir sedimentation -useful life of reservoir. Groundwater - Aquifer types and properties – Steady radial flow into a well. Estimation of yield of an open well.Water Supply Engineering: Quality and quantity of water requirement for public water supplies. Water purification processes, water distribution systems-valves and fittings.
Technical
100 Marks
Technical Assistant Gr.II
The Technical Assistant Grade II position in the Food Safety Department is recruited by the Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC). This role involves expertise in food technology, chemistry, and safety standards. [2, 9]
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Food Technology
Sec 1
Basic aspects of meat, poultry, and fish processingBeveragesCereals and pulse processing – cleaning, grading, milling, parboiling, processing of paddy, wheat, corn and pulsesDairy technologyFood additivesFood packaging – types of packaging, packaging material, and novel methods of packagingFruits and vegetable processing – jam, jelly, marmalade, squash, pickles, RTS, minimal processing and other value-addedproductsPrinciples and techniques of food preservation – thermal processing. Pasteurization, canning, chemical preservatives, dehydration, drying, freezing, cooling, irradiation, HPP and other non-thermal techniques
Food engineering
Sec 2
Basic food processing unit operations – cleaning, grading, size reduction, mixing, filtration, evaporation, centrifugation, membrane separation and sedimentationHeat and mass transfer in food processing
Food quality Analysis
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Biological techniques: Polymerase Chain reaction (PCR), Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA), RadioImmuno Assay (RID) etc.Chromatographic techniques: The plate theory, Paper Chromatography, Thin Layer chromatography, Ion exchange chromatography, High-Performance Liquid Chromatography, Gas Chromatography, Chromatograms, mobile phase, stationary phaseClassical methods of food analysis: Gravimetry, Titrimetry, Refractometry and Polarimetry.Hyphenated Techniques: Mass spectrometry, Electrophoresis, Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy, Atomic Emission Spectroscopy etc.Law of mass action, Le chateliers principle, Stoichiometry, Volumetric and gravimetric analysis, concepts of percentage, molar, molal, normal, ppm and ppb, proximate analysis, physical methods of food analysisMeasurement of Rheological Properties: instrumental measurement of texture of food, Types of viscometers, Rheometer, Texture analyzerSampling and sample preparation, types of sample, sampling plan, designing a sampling plan, concept of sample size, particle size, homogeneity, dissolution technology and decomposition, storage of samples.Spectroscopic methods for food analysis: Visible, UV and Fluorescence spectrometry, Beer Lamberts Law, Raman spectroscopy
Food chemistry
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Chemical composition of food, structure and functions of macro and micronutrients, roles of macro and micronutrients in human nutrition – carbohydrates, protein, lipids, vitamins, minerals and pigments, RDAFood Additives: Definition, types and their technological functions, INS number, Food Colours, Antioxidants, Sweeteners, preservatives, emulsifiers, thickeners, etc.Food adulteration – common adulterants, analytical techniques used to check adulteration – spectroscopy (IR, MS and AAS), chromatography (column, paper, TLC, HPLC, and GC)Food analysis – moisture content, fat, ash, carbohydrates, protein, lipids, crude fibre and mineralsFood fortificationMolecular biology, an overview of enzymes in food processingOverview of anti-nutritional factors and their removal
Food microbiology
Sec 5
Food borne diseases – food intoxication, food infection and food poisoningGeneral microbiology – microscopy, staining, culture techniques, microbial growth curveMicrobial spoilage of different commoditiesOver view of beneficial microorganisms and their role in food processing and human nutrition
Food safety and standards
Sec 6
Food Safety and Standards Act of India, 2006: Provision, definitions, and different sections of the Act and implementation.FSS Rules and RegulationGenesis and Evolution of FSSAIOverview of national and international regulations, and standard bodies (APEDA, BIS, MPEDA, CODEX Alimentarius, ISO, HACCP, GMP, GAP, GHP. AGMARK, JECFA, JEMRA and JMPRA,etc.)Overview of national laws and standards related to Food Safety and Standards (a) Prevention of Food Adulteration Act, 1954, (b) Essential Commodities Act, 1955 (c) Agricultural Produce Act, 1937 (Grading and Marketing) (d) Fruit Products Order, 1955, (e) Vegetable and Oil (Control) Order, 1947, (f) Export (Quality control& Inspection) Act 1963, (g) Milk and Milk Products, 1992, etc.Salient features of a) Food or Health supplements, Nutraceuticals, Foods for special dietary uses, Foods for Special Medical purposes, Functional Foodsand Novel food Regulations, 2016 b) Food Safety and Standards (Food Recall Procedure) Regulations, 2017, c) Food Safety and Standards (Import) Regulations, 2017, (d) Food Safety and Standards (Organic Food) Regulations 2017, (e) Food Safety And Standards (Fortification of Foods) Regulations 2018, (f) Food Safety and Standards (Alcoholic Beverages) Regulations 2018Salient features of a) Standards of Quality and Safety of Food & Food products laid down in the FSS regulations, 2011, (b) Food Safety and Standards (Packaging and Labelling) Regulations, 2011, (c) Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Regulations, 2018, (d)Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2020, (e) Regulations for Food Additives, (f) Regulations for contaminants, Toxins, and Residues; Prohibition and Restriction for sales.Structure, Role, Functions, and initiatives of FSSAI
Laboratory ecosystem of FSSAI
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Laboratory ecosystem of FSSAI; classification of laboratories, the role of Primary, Referral and national Reference laboratories, FSSAI notified laboratories, State Food laboratories,and functionsLaboratory organization structure, Analytical process for regulatory compliance, receiving legal sample, sample custody, sample custodian, storage of sample, required documentation and registration, analysis of sample, Food Import Clearance System (FICS) implemented by FSSAILaboratory safety: personnel and laboratory hygiene, emergency planning, general hazards in food laboratory, safety equipment, storage of chemicals, acids flammables etc. handling of compressed gases and chemicals, waste disposalSetting up a Basic Food Testing and Analysis Laboratory, site selection, ideal storage structure design, environment, layout for chemical and microbiological testing, air handling, accreditation bodies (NABL,APLAC,ILAC), Requirements for ISO/IEC 17025, Documentation, pre-requisites for accreditation, management requirements, technical requirements, measurement of traceability
Technical
100 Marks
Computer Operator / Analyst
The Computer Operator/Analyst post is a recruitment by the Kerala Public Service Commission for the Kerala Water Authority. Candidates are required to hold a Bachelor's degree and a PGDCA qualification to be eligible for this position.
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GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Sec 1
Important Audio Visual Art Forms of Kerala- Famous Places, Institutions, Personalities, Artistes and Writers related to origin, development, extension, and practice of these Art Forms.Kerala - Cultural Centres, Worship Places, Cultural Leaders and their Contributions.Kerala - Important Celebrations -Places associated with such Celebrations, Important Festivals.Beginning of Journalism in Kerala – Pioneers, Journals and Publications.Famous Awards/ Honours – Writers and their works.Famous Quotes – Books and Authors.Famous Works and Characters.Main works of Literature related to each movement and their authors.Malayalam - Important Literary Movements – Icons and their first works.Malayalam Cinema - Origin, Development, Milestones, Pioneers, National Awards.Malayalam Writers who won the Jnanpith Award and related facts.Writers – Pen name and Nick name.Asian Games, Afro-Asian Games, CommonWealth Games, SAF Games - Venues, Countries, Performance of India, other facts.Famous Sports personalities of Kerala, India and World - their Sports Events, achievements and awards.Famous Trophies – Related Events and Sports Items.Games - Events, Players, Achievements.Important Awards – Corresponding Fields, WinnersImportant Terms associated with various Sports and Games.National Games.National Sports / Games, Events of various CountriesNumber of Players in Important Sports Items.Olympics - Basic Facts, Venues / Countries, Famous Performances and Personalities- India in Olympics-Winter Olympics & Para Olympics.Atom - Molecule - States of Matter – Allotropy - Gas laws - Aqua regia.Elements - Periodic Table-Metals &Non metals-Chemical Physical changes- Chemical reactions-Solutions, Mixtures, Compounds.Metals-Non metals – Alloys – Acids, Bases - pH value - Alkaloids.India: Economy, Five Year Plans, New Economic Reforms, Planning Commission and Niti Aayog, Financial Institutions, Agriculture – Major Crops, Green Revolution, Minerals. Direct and indirect taxes in India, GST in India- rationale and structure of GST, benefits of GST.Basics of Geography - Earth Structure - Atmosphere, Rocks, Landforms, Pressure Belt and Winds, Temperature and Seasons, Global Issues- Global Warming- Various forms of Pollution, Maps- Topographic Maps and Signs, Remote Sensing - Geographic Information System, Oceans and its various movements - Continents, – Nations and their specific features.INDIA – Physiography- States and its features, Northern Mountain Region, Rivers, Northern Great Plain, Peninsular Plateau, Coastal Plain, Climate - Natural Vegetation - Agriculture – Minerals and Industries- Energy Sources, Transport system – Road- Water- Railways- Air.Kerala – Physiography- Districts and its features - Rivers- Climate – Natural Vegetation - Wild life - Agriculture and research centers - Minerals and Industries - Energy Sources - Transport system – Road - Water- Railway- AirINDIA - Political History- Establishment of the British- First War of Independence - Formation of INC- Swadeshi Movement- Social Reform movement- Newspapers - Literature and Arts during the freedom struggle - Independence Movement & Mahathma Gandhi - India's independent - Post independent period - State reorganization – Development in Science, Education, and Technology – Foreign policy.KERALA - Arrival of Europeans-Contributions of Europeans- History of Travancore from Marthanda Varma to Sree Chithirathirunnal- Social and Religious Reform movement- National movement in Kerala- Literary Sources of Kerala History- United Kerala Movement- Political and Social History of Kerala after 1956.WORLD - Great Revolution in England- American War of Independence - French Revolution- Russian Revolution - Chinese Revolution- Political History after Second World War- UNO and other International OrganizationsConstituent Assembly-Preamble-Citizenship- Fundamental Rights, Writs -Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari and Quo warranto. Directive Principles of State Policy- Fundamental Duties- Structure of Governments- Union Executive, Parliament and Judiciary- State Executive, Legislature and Judiciary- Local Self Government Institutions (LSGIs)- Important Constitutional Amendments (42, 44, 52, 73, 74, 86, 91, 97, 101, 102, 103, 104)- Constitutional Authorities and their functions - Comptroller and Auditor General, Attorney General, Advocate General, Election Commission of India, State Election Commission, Union Public Service Commission, State Public Service Commission- Finance Commission- State Finance Commission- GST Council- Distribution of legislative powers- Union List- State List- Concurrent List- Services under the Union and the States- Tribunals-National Commission for Scheduled Castes- National Commission for Scheduled Tribes- National Commission for Backward Classes- Official Language-Regional Languages-Language of the Supreme Court, High Courts, etc-Special directives relating to languagesKerala State Civil Service- Quasi-judicial bodies, various Commissions, Basic facts of socio-economic development- Planning Board-Commercial Planning and Policies- Disaster Management- Watershed Management- Employment and Labour-National Rural Employment Programmes- Land Reforms- Social Welfare and Security- Protection of Women, Children and Senior Citizens- Population, Literacy, E-governance, Delegated Legislation and its controls- Legislative and Judicial controls- Constitutional law remedies against Administrative Arbitrariness- Administrative Discretion and its Controls- Administrative Adjudication-Principles of Natural Justice.Basic facts of Human BodyBasic Health FactsCommunicable Diseases and Causative Organisms, Preventive and Remedial MeasuresEnvironment and Environmental HazardsKerala - Welfare activities in Health SectorLifestyle Diseases.Vitamins and Minerals and their Deficiency DiseasesBranches of Physics -Matter - Units, Measurements - Physical Quantities.Force - Different types of Forces - Friction - Advantages and disadvantages of Friction - Liquid Pressure - Buoyant Force – Archimedes Principle - Pascal's law – Density - Relative density- Adhesive Cohesive forces- Capillarity - Viscous force - Surface tension.Gravitation - Centripetal Force - Centrifugal Force - Escape Velocity, Satellites - Escape Velocity - Weight Mass - value of 'g'- 'g' in different places.Heat - Temperature - Different types of thermometers - Humidity - Relative Humidity.Light- Lens, Mirrors - Problems based on r = 2f - Different phenomena of Light - Rainbow - Colours of different materials - Electromagnetic Spectrum - IR rays- UV rays - X rays - Photoelectric Effect.Motion - Newton's Laws of Motion - Third law – Momentum - Projectile Motion - Uses of Third Law - Achievements in space missions in India- ISRO.Sound - Different types of Waves - Velocity of Sound in different media - Resonance – Reverberation.Work - Energy - Power - Simple problems relating to Work, Energy, Power, Levers - Different types of Levers.
GENERAL ENGLISH
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Active and Passive voiceAgreement of Subject and Verb.Articles - The Definite and the Indefinite Articles.Correction of SentencesDifferent Parts of Speech.Direct and Indirect SpeechInfinitive and GerundsPrepositionsTag QuestionsTensesTenses in Conditional SentencesThe Use of CorrelativesTypes of Sentences and Interchange of Sentences.Uses of Primary and Modal Auxiliary VerbsAntonymsCompound wordsForeign Words and PhrasesIdioms and their MeaningsOne Word SubstitutesPhrasal VerbsSingular & Plural, Change of Gender, Collective NounsSpelling TestSynonymsWord formation from other words and use of prefix or suffixWords often confused
REGIONAL LANGUAGE (Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil)
Sec 3
AntonymsCorrect SentenceEquivalent WordFeminine Gender, Masculine GenderIdioms and ProverbsJoin the WordNumberOne Word / Single Word / One Word SubstitutionSort and WriteSynonymsTranslationWord Purity / Correct Wordഒറ്റപദംഘടക പദം (വാക്യം ചേർത്തെഴുതുക)ചേർത്തെഴുതുകപദശുദ്ധിപരിഭാഷപര്യായംപിരിച്ചെഴുതൽവചനംവാക്യശുദ്ധിവിപരീത പദംശൈലികൾ പഴഞ്ചൊല്ലുകൾസമാനപദംസ്ത്രീലിംഗം പുല്ലിംഗംAdding PhrasesAntonyms / OppositeCorrect Structure of SentenceCorrect WordEqual WordGender Classification – Feminine, MasculineJoin the WordPhrases and ProverbsSeparateSingle WordSingular, PluralSynonymsTranslation
Simple Arithmetic, Mental Ability and Reasoning
Sec 4
Analogy- Word Analogy, Alphabet Analogy, Number AnalogyClerical AbilityCoding and DecodingDate and CalendarFamily RelationsNumerical AbilityOdd man outProblems on Mathematical SignsSense of DirectionSeriesTime and AnglesTime in a clock and its reflectionVerifying Positions.AverageFraction and Decimal NumbersLaws of ExponentsMensurationNumbers and Basic OperationsPercentageProfit and LossProgressionsRatio and ProportionSimple and Compound InterestTime and DistanceTime and Work
Computer Application
Sec 5
Hardware components- Hardware-Definition, Components Control unit, ALU,I/O devices, Memory, Motherboard-functions of each. Types of PCs – Desktop, Laptop, Note book, PDA, Special Purpose computers, Super computers - Characteristics and area of use. Memory – Comparison- Primary vs Secondary memory. RAM and ROM variations, Various Magnetic and Optical Storage Devices -examples. Input Devices – Keyboard, Mouse, trackball, joystick, scanners, Digital camera, OCR, OMR, MICR, Light pen, bar code readers, QR code, Voice recognition and touch screen-Characteristics. Output Devices – Monitors, Printers, Plotter, Sound cards and speakers- Characteristics.Software Concepts - Types of software-system software and application software. System software-definition and examples. Functions of OS, Application software – definition and examples. Number systems – decimal, octal, hexadecimal and binary –Representation concepts only. Computer coding systems- EBCDIC, ASCII and Unicode-definitions.Introduction to MS –WORD - Introduction to Word Processing, Introduction to MS Word: features, Creating, Saving and Opening documents in Word, Interface, Toolbars, Ruler, Different Menus, Keyboard Shortcut. Editing a Document. Opening Multi document windows, Editing Text – Selecting, Inserting, deleting, moving text, Previewing documents, Printing documents. Formatting Documents: Paragraph formats, Aligning Text and Paragraph, Borders and Shading, Headers and Footers, Multiple Columns.Introduction to MS-Excel - Worksheet basics- Creating worksheet, Definition of cell, columns and rows.. Saving & protecting worksheet. Opening and moving around in an existing worksheet. Toolbars and Menus-Functions, keyboard shortcuts. Cell formatting, changing alignment, character styles, column width, date format, borders & colors. Working with formulas & cell referencing. Functions .Previewing & Printing worksheet – Page setting, Print titles, Adjusting margins, Page break, headers and footers.Introduction to MS-PowerPoint - Purpose of PowerPoint. Working with different views and menus of power point. Working with slides – Make new slide, move, copy, delete, duplicate, designing and lay outing of slide. Editing and formatting text, Printing presentation – Print slides, notes, handouts and outlines. Inserting Objects – Drawing and inserting objects using Clip Art's pictures and charts. Adding graphics, multimedia and special effects. Custom Animation – slide transition effects and other animation effects.C++ Basics - Preprocessors, comments, Data types, Operators, Expressions, Identifiers, Key words, Symbolic constants, Variable declaration and dynamic initialization, C++ statements, Control structures, Arrays and string handling, Specifying a Class, Defining Member Functions, its scopePrinciples of Object-oriented Programming: Object-Oriented Programming Paradigm, Basic Concepts of Object Oriented Programming, Benefits of OOPs, Object-Oriented Languages, Essentials of OOP(Objects, Class, Encapsulation, Data Abstraction, Inheritance, Reusability, Polymorphism, Delegation, Message Communication), Structure of C++ Program, Creating the Source File, Compiling and Linking.Introduction to .NET- .NET Framework features & architecture, CLR, Common Type System, MSIL, Assemblies and class libraries. Introduction to Visual studio, Project basics, types of project in . Net, IDE of VB.NET-Menu bar, Toolbar, Solution Explorer, Toolbox, Properties Window, Form Designer, Output Window, Object Browser. Visual development & event driven Programming -Methods and events.The VB.NET Language- Variables -Declaring variables, Data Type of variables, Forcing variables declarations, Scope & lifetime of a variable, Constants, Arrays, types of array, control array, Collections, Subroutines, Functions, Passing variable, Number of Argument, Optional Argument, Returning value from function. Control flow statements: conditional statement, loop statement. GUI programming with Windows Forms, Msgbox & Inputbox, TextBox, Label, Button, Listbox, Combobox, Checkbox,Radio button etcDatabase Query commands - Different DDL, DML, DCL commands, Creating, deleting, updating and manipulating tables using SQL commands, Applying constraints on tables, filtering using WHERE, LIKE etc. Joining tables, grouping data using Group By. Data aggregation functionsIntroduction to Database concepts - Need of database, Flat database, Database Management Systems, Characteristics of DBMS, Relational Database, Entity and Referential Integrity, Primary key, Foreign key, Database elements-Tables, records, Query, Form, Report, Client-server paradigmHTML - Concepts Of Hypertext, Versions of HTML, Elements of HTML, Syntax, Head & Body Sections, Building HTML Documents. Inserting Texts, Images, Hyperlinks, Backgrounds And Color Controls, Different HTML Tags, Table Layout and Presentation, Use of Font Size & Attributes, List Types and Its Tags, Use of Frames and Forms in Web Pages.JavaScript Overview, syntax & conventions. Variables, Expressions, Branching & Looping statements, Functions, Arrays Objects, Events & Document Object Model - onClick, onMouseOver, on Submit, on Focus, on Change, onBlur. onLoad, onUnload. Alerts, Prompts & Confirms.Word Wide Web (www) - History, Working, Web Browsers- functions, Concept of Search Engines, Searching the Web, HTTP, URLs, Web Servers, Web Protocols. HTML, Design tools, HTML editors, Image editors.
Technical
100 Marks
Operator
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Operator in Kerala Water Authority, with applications invited online through One Time Registration.
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Power trasmissions
Sec 1
AC Motors – related terminologyCircuit Breakers and IsolatorsDifferent gasket cement used to prevent leakage and advantages of each over the otherDifferent types of valves-their description, advantages & useMethod to read and application of pressure and temperature Measuring instrumentsPrinciple of direct reading pressure and temperature measuring instrumentsProcedure to assemble and dismantle pulleys and impellers from shafts following safety precautionsPurpose, type, construction, operation, testing for correct functioning, maintenance and industrial applicationsSpecial pumps & glands used for corrosive fluidsStarters and types of starter switchesTrouble shooting & protection of induction motorTypes of pulleys solid, split, “V” groove, step, cone, taper, guided and jockey or rider pulleys, their functions and uses
AC Machines
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AC series motorAlternators-construction, principle, emf equation, losses and efficiencyServomotorSingle phase and FHP motors-single phase induction motorSplit phase motorStepper motorThree phase induction motor-principle, construction, types, slip, torque, losses, efficiency, power stages, speed control, three phase motor startersThree phase synchronous motorTransformer-construction, principle, types, emf equation, transformation ratio, losses and efficiency, all day efficiency-simple problemsUniversal motor
Fundamentals of AC Systems
Sec 3
AC through resistance, inductance and capacitanceBasic terms – amplitude, frequency, cycle, time period, average value, instantaneous value, rms value, form factor, peak factor – equations and related simple problemsEquation of voltageGeneration of ac voltageStar and delta connections in 3 phase ac systems – line and phase relationship in star and delta systems
Digital Electronics
Sec 4
ADCCountersDACDe-morgan's theoremsFlip-flopsFull adderHalf adderLogic gates-AND, OR, NOT, NAND, NORNumber systemsShift registersSoldering Techniques
Fundamentals of Electricity
Sec 5
AmmeterBallast resistorBasic electricityBatteries & cellsCable colour codes and sizesCapacitors and its applicationsCapacitors in series and parallelConductors & insulatorsCurrentElectricity principlesElectrochemical energyElectromagnetic inductionElectrostatic effectsEnergyFuses & circuit breakersGround connectionsHeating effectsKirchhoff's laws - KCL and KVLLead acid batteries & Stay Maintenance Free (SMF) batteriesLength vs. resistanceMagnetic effectsMultimeterOhm meterOhm's lawParallel circuits and Series-parallel circuitsPhoto-voltaic energyPiezo-electric energyPowerPrimary & Secondary windingsRelaysResistanceResistor ratingsResistors in Series circuitsShieldingSolenoidsStator and rotor coilsStripping wire insulationThermistorsThermo couplesThermo-electric energyTransformersVoltageVoltmeterWires
Fluid valves
Sec 6
Application of Gear pump- Internal & External, single acting, double acting & Double ended cylinderBrief description of turbine & stage pumps, positive displacements and their advantagesClassification of rotary pumps- Construction and operation- repairing procedureDirectional control valves-2/2, 3/2, 4/2, 4/3 way valveFlow control valve used Pneumatic SymbolsFunction of air Reciprocating CompressorFunction of Air service unit (FRL-Filter, Regulator & Lubricator)Installation Techniques of rotary pump- procedure, tools and equipment requiredMeaning of priming and its effectNon return valvePipe GaugingPipe JointsPipes and pipe fittingsPressure relief valve
Safety, First Aid, Batteries and Solar Cell
Sec 7
Basic safety requirementsDetermination of total number of cells required for a given power requirementsElectric shock-requirement for avoiding shockFirst aidInstallation, care and maintenance of batteries and solar cells
Power Electronics
Sec 8
Battery chargerDiacFETHalf wave and full wave rectifiers with and without filtersIGBTJFETOperation and maintenance of inverterRegulated DC power supplySCRTriacUJT relaxations oscillatorUPS
I.C Engines
Sec 9
C.I engine and S.I EngineCleaning- fuel tank & check leak in the fuel lineConcept of tightening torque for different sizes of boltsDefects in pump sets- procedure for detection of causes & rectificationDifferent type of starting and stopping method of Diesel EngineDifferentiates between 4-stroke and 2 strokeEngine specificationFilters and oil coolers- their description functions and method to overhaul for efficient functioningLubrication system - types, description and advantages of each over othersMethod of install align and testing of pumps for their serviceabilityOtto cycle and Diesel cyclePrinciple of Compression-ignition engineProcedure to be followed for preventive & scheduled maintenance, planning for spares and other storesPurpose and balancing of rotorSpark Ignition EngineTechnical terms used in engine
Pump and Fastenings
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Causes of failures and remedial measuresConstruction and operation of centrifugal pump in series and parallelFasteners- Types of screws, nuts, studs & bolts, locking devices, - lock nuts, cotter, split pins, keys, circlips, lock rings, locks washers and locating where they are usedFastening Methods - Riveting, soldering, BrazingFinding defects and method to recondition centrifugal pumpFluxes used on common jointsFunction of GasketsPriming of pump setsPrinciple of centrifugal pumpProcedure to recondition, install and test of submersible pumpsPump Industry in India - leading manufacturers, development in Pump Industry, trends, new productSelection of materials for gaskets and packing, oil sealsSheet and wire-gaugesSheet metal - the various common metal Sheets used in Metal shopSheet metal joints - Hem & Seam JointsSheet metal operations - Shearing, bending, Drawing, SqueezingSubmersible pump-construction, operation and selection of appropriate typeThe blow lamp-its uses and pipe fittingsWashers & chemical compounds can be used to help secure these fasteners
Electrostatics and Electromagnetism
Sec 11
Coulomb's lawDielectrical StrengthElectric FluxEnergy stored in a CapacitorEnergy stored in an inductorFaraday's law of Electromagnetic InductionFleming's LawsFlux densityFlux DensityLaws of ElectrostaticsLenz's LawLightning PhenomenonMagnetic FluxmmfMutual InductancePermeabilityPermittivityPotentialPotential Difference – equations and simple problemsPotential GradientReluctanceSelf Inductance
Measurements and measuring instruments
Sec 12
CROCT and PTEnergy MeterInductance and CapacitanceInsulation megger and earth meggerMeasurement of resistancePower factor meterSingle phase and Three phase power measurementSynchroscopeTOD meterVarious types of electrical measuring instruments – VoltmeterWattmeter
Wiring Accessories
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Current ratingsEarthing-Pipe and Plate earthingElectrical illuminationFuses-cartridge and HRCSafety devices- MCB, ELCB, RCCBSwitches - SPST, SPDT, TPTT, ICDP, ICTP, Toggle switch, Limit switchVarious wiring systemsWires-single strand and multistrand
DC Machines
Sec 14
DC generator construction, working, classification, emf equation, wave and lap windings, characteristics, simple problemsDC motor - construction, working, types, emf equation, torque-simple problems, various starters, speed control, testing, MG set
Technical
100 Marks
Field Assistant
The Kerala Public Service Commission recruits Field Assistants for Oil Palm India Ltd. Candidates with a degree in Agriculture, Forestry, or Botany are eligible to apply, and the selection process includes an OMR exam and an endurance test.
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Syllabus Explorer
Module 9
Sec 1
Accessory systems.Advance growth, coppice, root sucker.Artificial regeneration.Choice of silvicultural system. Dauerwald concept.Choice of species.Conversion and its implications.Coppice system -Simple coppice system, Coppice of the two rotation system, Shelterwood coppice system, Coppice with standard system, Coppice-with-reserve system, Coppice selection system, Pollard system.Culm selection system in Bamboo, Silvicultural systems followed in other countries.Detailed study of the silvicultural systems: Clear felling systems including clear strip, alternate strip and progressive strip systems.Dynamics of stand growth- stand density management in plantations- spacing-planting density regulation- Thinning regimes- improvement fellings- CCF-MCA- Site quality evaluation- stand basal area site index concept in plantation forestry- plantation productivity assessment- growing stock assessment Clonal plantations.Factors governing the choice of regeneration techniques.LULUCF and REDD concepts, AR-CDM concepts.Nutrition in plantations- nutrient deficiencies, symptoms of deficiency- use of fertilizers- Major pest and disease in plantations.Plantation silviculture - Choice of species- Plantation establishment- Plantation maintenance-.Preparation of planting material - field planting-site preparation- planting density spacing -marking- boundary demarcation, fencing, alignment and staking-kinds of pit making-patterns of planting, Plant protection and sanitation measures, - forest nutrition- fertilization in trees.Regeneration of forests – objectives, ecology of regeneration- Natural and Artificial regeneration.Regeneration survey.Seed tree method.Selection system and its modifications.Shelterwood system -Uniform system, Group system, Shelterwood strip system, Wedge system, Strip and group system, Irregular shelterwood system, Indian irregular shelterwood system.Silvicultural system -definition, scope and classification. Even aged and uneven aged forests and their crown classes.
Module 10
Sec 2
Adverse effects of trees on soils - competition, allelopathy - causes and mechanisms.Agroforestry definition and scope.Agroforestry systems in different agro climatic zones, components, production and management techniques.Alley cropping, High-density short rotation plantation systems, silvicultural woodlots/energy plantations.Biophysical and ecological functions of agroforestry: Nutrient cycling and role of agroforestry in soil and water conservation.Canopy management.Carbon sequestration-Climate change mitigation and phytoremediation.Choice of species for agroforestry.Classification of agroforestry system - structural, functional, socioeconomic, and ecological basis.Diagnosis and design methods and approaches.Different types of Pastoral siviculture and silvopastoral systems Silvoagriculture systems- Agrosilviulture, Pastoral silviculture, Silvopastoral and Agrosilvopastoral systems and their mangement; agrihortisilviculture, silvihorticulture, hortipastoral, aquaforestry, shelterbelts and windbreaks; live fences; fodder trees and protein banks.Evaluation of tangible and intangible benefits.Financial and socio-economic analysis of Agroforestry systems.History of agroforestry.Industrial agroforestry concept and importance.Land capability classification and land use.People's participation, rural entrepreneurship through Agroforestry and industrial linkages.Plantation agriculture and plantation forestry.Provisional and regulatory services of agroforestry- Food and nutritional security- Tree crop interactions in Agroforestry- Positive and Negative interactions.Soil fertility considerations in Agroforestry – nutrient needs of trees and crops, activities of soil fauna and microorganisms affecting plant growth.Traditional agroforestry systems: shifting cultivation, taungya, homegardens.
AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS
Sec 3
Agricultural economics- Basic concepts: Goods and services, desire, want, demand, utility, cost and price, wealth, tax, capital, income and welfare.Agricultural Marketing: Concepts and definitions of market, marketing, agricultural marketing, market structure, marketing mix and market segmentation, classification and characteristics of agricultural markets- demand, supply and producer's surplus of agri-commodities: nature and determinants of demand and supply of farm products, producer's surplus.Theories- Utility theory; law of diminishing marginal utility, equi-marginal utility principle.
AGRONOMY
Sec 4
Agriculture -scope- Importance of agriculture and agricultural resources available in India; Farming system components - Cropping system and pattern, multiple cropping system-Sustainable agriculture-problems and its impact on agriculture, indicators of sustainability, adaptation and mitigation, conservation agriculture strategies, HEIA, LEIA and LEISA, ecological principles of LEISA.Agro ecology of Kerala – agro ecological zones and agro ecological units, monsoon in Kerala, cropping seasons of Kerala.Agronomy - scope, seeds and sowing, tillage and tilth, crop density and geometry.Biological nitrogen fixation – biofertilizers.Classification of crops - agronomic, botanical, ontogenic.Crop nutrition- essential nutrients - criteria of essentiality, classification, functions and deficiencies manures and fertilizers - nutrient use efficiency – fertilizer calculations.Drought - classification, drought adaptation mechanisms in crops, drought management in major crops of Kerala.Economic importance - soil and climatic requirements - area and production – varieties – seed rate spacing – methods of sowing/planting -manurial schedule- cultural practices and yield of major field crops of Kerala, viz, rice, tuber crops (cassava, sweet potato, yams and aroids), sugarcane, pulses, groundnut, sesamum and fodder crops, viz., guinea and hybrid napier.Growth and development of crops, factors affecting growth and development, crop rotation and its principles, adaptation and distribution of crops.Herbicide calculations, calibration of sprayers and spraying specifications for herbicides.Homestead farming system.Integrated weed management in rice, banana, coconut.Irrigation efficiency- Water productivity and water use efficiency- Agricultural drainage-causes of water logging and types of drainage.Irrigation- Water management of principal crops of Kerala.- Water resources and irrigation development in India and Kerala.Main empirical methods of calculation of ETo- Effective rainfall, Water requirement of crops- Scheduling irrigation- Methods of irrigation-.Surface, subsurface, overhead and micro irrigations.Quality of irrigation water.Rainfed agriculture – dry farming, dryland farming, rainfed farming.Soil moisture constants-Evapo-transpiration, potential evapo-transpiration and consumptive use, Reference crop evapo-transpiration (ETo)- Crop co-efficient (Kc)- Kc values for different crops.Specialty fertilizers – 100 per cent water soluble, fortified, customised, slow release fertilizers, nitrification inhibitors.Watershed - types – characteristics and management.Weeds – importance, classification, invasive weeds of Kerala, crop weed competition, allelopathy, concepts of weed management - principles and methods, herbicides – classification, selectivity and resistance, allelopathy.
Biochemistry and Plant Physiology
Sec 5
Amino acid metabolism: Biosynthesis and degradation of amino acids - glutamic acid, phenyl alanine, methionine, tryptophan, isoleucine, histidine, valine. Fate of amino acids in the body. Transamination, Decarboxylation and deamination reactions in the biological system.Biological roles of lipids - as food reserves (storage lipids), structural lipids in membrane, as signals, as co-factors, as pigments, as insulators, as vitamin carriers.Biological roles of proteins.Carbohydrate metabolism. Glycolysis - Fate of pyruvic acid Citric acid cycle; Pyruvate dehydrogenase complex and ketoglutarate dehydrogenase complex Electron transport system and oxidative phosphorylation; Redox potential, Chemiosmotic hypothesis; inhibitors of electron transport chain Gluconeogenesis, Glycogenesis, Glycogenolysis; regulation of glycogen synthesis and breakdown.Carbohydrates: Classification of carbohydrates with examples -Structure of monosaccharides- glucose, fructose, galactose, mannose and ribose.Classification, Structure and functions of Vitamins. Vitamins as co-enzymes.Enzyme inhibition - Competitive, non-competitive and uncompetitive inhibition, suicide inhibition and feedback inhibition.Enzyme kinetics - Michaelis-Menten equation - derivation; significance of Km and Vmax Values. Lineweaver- Burk equation and double reciprocal plotof enzyme reaction.Enzymes: Classification- (I.U.B. system).Factors influencing enzyme action.Fatty acids - definition; essential fatty acids. Classification with examples- Saturated, unsaturated, hydroxyl and cyclic fatty acids Nomenclature of fatty acids - Genevan system.Heteropolysaccharide - Structure and biological roles of hyaluronic acid, chondroitin, chondroitin sulphate, keratan sulphate, heparin and agar-agar.Hompolysaccharides - Structure and biological roles of cellulose, starch, glycogen, inulin and chitin.Isomerism - Structural isomerism (functional group isomerism) and stereo isomerism (optical isomerism)- mention epimer, anomer and enantiomer with examples, Mutarotation Biological roles of monosaccharides.Lipid metabolism: Oxidation of fatty acids Biosynthesis of fatty acids. Biosynthesis of cholesterol.Lipids: Classification of lipids -Simple lipids (fats, oils and waxes), compound lipids (phospholipids, glycolipids, lipoproteins and sulpholipids) and derived lipids.Mechanism of enzyme action: Formation of enzyme substrate complex- Michaelis-Menten theory, Fischer's template theory and Koshland's induced fit theory.Nucleic acid metabolism. Biosynthesis and degradation of purines and pyramidines.Nucleic acids: Structural organization of DNA (Watson -Crick model) Structural organization of t-RNA;. Biological roles of nucleotides and nucleic acids.Pentose phosphate pathway (HMP pathway) and its significance Uronic acid pathway.Peptide bond and peptides (di, tri, tetra, oligo and polypeptide).Plant Physiology: Nitrogen metabolism in plants, Photosynthesis - C3, C4 and CAM cycle in detail photorespiration Respiration - oxidative photophosphorylation, Growth and development- role of phytohormones, photoperiodism, vernalization, florigens, Stress physiology - water, salt, hot and cold stress - heat shock proteins, adaptations Seed germination - physiological and biochemical Changes.Prostaglandins - Chemical nature and functions.Proteins: Amino acids, Classification: (a) on the basis of number of amino and carboxyl group (b) on the basis of the chemical composition of side chain (c) based on the polarity of side chain (R) Amphoteric properties of amino acids p k value and Isoelectric point (pI) of amino acids.Structure and biological roles of maltose, sucrose, lactose, trehalose and cellobiose.Structure of protein. Primary structure, Secondary structure (a-helix -parallel & antiparallel and B-pleated sheet), random coil conformation, Tertiary structure, Quaternary structure. Brief note on protein domains, motifs, folds and Ramachandran plot.
Ecology and Biodiversity Conservation
Sec 6
Applied Ecology: Environmental Pollution-types, causes and consequences.Biodiversity Conservation: Biogeography and Conservation. Principles and major approaches to conservation and environmental management.Bioremediation- need and scope of bioremediation in cleaning up of environment. Phytoremediation, bio-augmentation, biofilms, bio filters, bio scrubbers and trickling filters.Concept of bioreactors in waste management.Concept of waste, types and sources of solid wastes including e-waste; Environmental biotechnology and solid waste management- aerobic and anaerobic systems.Country specific laws - mention major environmental/ conservation laws and rules in India-Wildlife Protection Act 1972 amended 1991, Forest Conservation Act, 1980, Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1981, Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution).Deforestation: surface albedo- snow and ice- volcanic activity-dust particles- Greenhouse gas concentrations -Atmosphere- ocean heat exchange-Atmospheric carbon dioxide Variations- human influences: Global climate changes - causes and consequences.Ecology: Ecosystem monitoring: GIS, Physics of remote sensing, role of remote sensing in ecology, GPS and its application; EIA- tools and techniques, Ecosystem Modelling.Energy audit, Green technology and sustainable development, ecological foot print, carbon foot print, carbon credit, eco-taxes.Liquid wastes and sewage.National and Local NGOs.Physical evidence for climatic change - Historical and archaeological evidence -Glaciers - Vegetation Ice cores - Dendron climatology- Pollen Analysis -Sea level change.Role of Intergovernmental and Non-governmental organizations in conservation - IUCN, WCMC, WRI, WWF, CI and Green Peace.Role of UN-conventions, protocols; Climate change and the emerging discussions mitigation and adaptation; Role of UNFCC and IPCC.Toxicology- Principles, toxicants- types, dose and effects, toxicity of heavy metals.
Biotechnology, Bio-informatics and Computational Biology
Sec 7
Basics of Patents Types of patents; Indian Patent Act 1970; Recent Amendments, Protection of New GMOs.Bioethics: Principles of bioethics: autonomy, human rights, beneficence, privacy, justice, equity etc.Biosafety concepts and issues. General guidelines for recombinant DNA research activity. Biosafety protocol 2000.Biotechnology: Tools and Techniques in Recombinant DNA Technology: Vectors: cloning and expression vectors - Plasmids, Ti and Ri plasmids, cosmids, phasmids, phagemids, bacteriophage, SV40, vectors with combination features; PUC19 and Bluescript vectors, shuttle vectors, viral vectors, BAC and YAC vectors.Chromosome walking, chromosome jumping, DNA foot printing.Cloning Methodologies - Gene isolation Shot gun method, Genome libraries, cDNA libraries, Chemical synthesis.DNA sequencing methods- Maxim and Gilberts chemical degradation method, Sanger and Cousin method, Automated DNA sequencers.Environmental Biotechnology: Intellectual Property Rights, Biosafety and Bioethics: Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights.Ethics in post genomic era-genetic testing and genetic screening.IPs of relevance to Biotechnology and few Case Studies (Rice, Neem, Curcumin).Methods of rDNA transfer to host cells- CaCl2 treatment, Virus delivery.Molecular Markers and Probes-SNP, VNTR, RAPD, RFLP, SSR, STMS, FISH and GISH.Plant Biotechnology: Plant tissue culture techniques - direct and indirect regeneration, Somatic cell genetics and somatic clonal variations, Somatic embryogenesis - artificial seeds, protoplast culture, somatic hybridization, impacts in plant breeding, Haploid production- anther and ovule culture - applications.Polymerase chain Reaction- different types and applications.Restriction enzymes and DNA modifying enzymes.Selection and screening of the transformed cells, Blue-white screening, Colony hybridization methods, Reporter genes, Fusion proteins.Site directed mutagenesis, molecular chimeras.Southern, Northern, Western, Dot Blot, DNA finger printing.Splicing and integration ofisolated gene- cohesive end ligation, homopolymer tailing, extending linkers.
Module 8
Sec 8
Bioclimatic and micro climate effects.Biotic factors - influence of plants, insects, wild animals, man and domestic animals on vegetation..Classification of climatic factors.Classification of forest and forestry, branches of forestry and their relationships.Definition of forest and forestry.Definition, objectives and scope of Silviculture.Edaphic factors - influence of biological agencies, parent rock, topography on the soil formation.Forest reproduction.Forest types of India and their distribution.Growth and development.History of forestry development in India.Influence of forests on environment.Physiographic factors - influence of altitude, latitude, aspect and slope on vegetation.Plant- forest succession, competition and tolerance.Role played by light, temperature, rainfall, snow, wind, humidity and evapo-transpiration in relation to forest vegetation.Site factors.Soil profile – physical and chemical properties.Status of forests in India and their role.Tending and cultural operations.Thinning-kinds of thinning - improvement felling- salvage cuttings- pruning- pollarding, lopping.Trees and their distinguishing features.
Cell Biology and Molecular Biology
Sec 9
Cancer: Basic properties of a cancer cell, Types of cancer, Causes of cancer, Genetics of cancer, Tumour suppressor gene, Oncogene.Cell Biology: Cellular Membranes: Membrane structure and chemistry, dynamic nature of the plasma membrane, membrane functions, Diffusion and osmosis, Facilitated diffusion, Active transport, Bulk transport.Cell junctions: Cell adhesion and Extracellular matrix Basal membrane and laminin, Collagen, Proteoglycan, Fibronectin.Cell Signalling: Basic principles of cell communication.Cellular Reproduction: Cell cycle: Mitosis, meiosis and Structure of chromosomes, Control of cell cycle, Checkpoints in cell cycle.Chromosomal changes- euploidy, aneuploidy, chromosomal aberrations- Structural alterations-gene mutations- molecularchanges- deletion, duplication, translocation, inversion and sister chromatid exchange.Complex multigene family - organisation of histone genes in sea urchin and tRNA genes in Drosophila Developmentally controlled complex multigene family e.g., globin gene Globin genes and its products, Organisation of globin genes and its expression in Man, Evolution of globin genes Concept of an evolutionary clock, Pseudogenes.Concept of gene-Allele, multiple alleles, pseudoallele, complementation tests.Control of cell division and cell growth. Apoptosis- extrinsic and intrinsic pathways, significance.Control of gene expression at transcription and translation level:: Regulation of gene expression in Phages – alternate patterns of gene expression for control of lytic and lysogenic cycle in a phage Regulation of gene expression in bacteria - basic features of tryptophan, lac, arabinose and galactose operons.Enzymes/proteins of replication- Primase, Replisomes, Helicase, DNA polymerases, Single strand binding proteins, Topoisomerases and Ligase; Fidelity of replication of the ends of eukaryotic chromosome – role of telomerase, Models of DNA replication – Rolling circle model and looped rolling circle model, D-loop model, 0-model, Inhibitors of DNA replication - Methotrexate and Flu rodeoxyuridylate Safe guard systems of DNA.Eukaryotic genome: Special features of eukaryotic genome Features, components and re-association kinetics of Unique, Moderately repetitive and High repetitive DNA Junk DNA, Satellite DNA and Selfish DNA, Cot value and complexity of genome, Organisation of human genome.Extracellular messengers (signalling molecules), role of Calcium and Nitric oxide (NO) as intracellular and intercellular messengers.Extrachromosomal inheritance- inheritance of mitochondrial and chloroplast genes, maternal inheritance.Gene families: Definition and concept, Classification with example, Simple multigene family - organisation of rRNA gene in Xenopus.Genes-within-genes (overlapping genes) Bacteriophage Ö X174., Evolution of interrupted genes.Genetic code: Characteristics of genetic code, Start codons and stop codons, Degeneracy of the code: Wobble hypothesis and isoacceptor tRNAs, Special features of the genetic code in mitochondria, mitochondrial tRNA, Variations in the genetic code in Mycoplasma and Tetrahyme Point mutations that alter genetic code (missense, nonsense & frameshift).Interaction of cells with extracellular matrix: Integrins. Focal adhesion and hemidesmosomes.Interaction of cells with other cells: Selectins, Immunoglobulins, Cadherins, Adherens. Junctions and desmosomes. Tight junctions, Gap junctions and Plasmodesmata.Interrupted genes and gene families.Interrupted genes: Definition and explanation: Organisation and special features of interrupted genes Interrupted genes in eukaryotes, exons and introns-R loops, significance of introns.Mapping genes by interrupted mating (in bacteria) Organelle genome: Chloroplast genome. Mitochondrial genome, Special features of yeast and human mitochondrial genome.Microbial genetics: Prokaryotic genome- Escherichia coli genome – basic feature Methods of genetic transfers in bacteria— transformation (in Streptococcus pneumonia), conjugation and sexduction, transduction.Modification: enzymes and significance.Molecular Biology: DNA replication: Semi-discontinuous synthesis-Okazaki fragments Replication origin and replication fork Unit of replication, extra chromosomal replicon of bacterial Ti plasmid.Molecular mechanisms involved in recombination of DNA : Genetic recombination - Site specific recombination Non-homologous recombination Homologous recombination: Molecular mechanism involved in homologous recombination of DNA in eukaryotes- Holliday model: Holliday intermediate, heteroduplex DNA, gene conversion Role of Rec A protein in genetic recombination.New strategies for combating cancer: Immunotherapy, Gene therapy, Inhibiting cancer promoting proteins, Inhibiting formation of new blood vessels.Nucleus and nuclear membrane membrane potentials, ion channels.Organization of chromosomes and genes.: Structure of chromatin and chromosomes, heterochromatin, euchromatin -unique and repetitive DNA.Receptors: G- Protein coupled receptors, Receptor tyrosine kinases (RTK), Ion channel receptors, Cytokine receptors (Tyrosine kinase linked receptors).Regulation of gene expression in eukaryotes - Role of chromatin in regulating gene expression Activation and repression of transcription Regulation of translation by gene arrangement Regulation of translation by alternate pathways of transcript splicing Antisense RNA strategies for regulating gene expression si RNA and mi RNA in regulation.Regulation of signalling pathways.Repair: Major kinds of damage to DNA and causes Repair mechanisms: Direct reversal, Mismatch repair, Excision repair, Recombination repair, SOS response.Restriction enzymes: significance, role and features of Type I, II & III restriction enzymes.Ribosome: The site of protein synthesis: Structure, Composition; Reconstitution experiments. Active centers Biogenesis of ribosome in eukaryotes.Second messengers: Cyclic-AMP, Cyclic-GMP, Inositol 1, 4, 5-trisphosphate (IP3), Di-acyl glycerol (DAG).Signalling pathways: G-protein coupled receptor (GPCR) and cyclic AMP pathway – role of protein kinase A (PKA), GPCR pathway in rod cells, Receptor protein tyrosine kinase and Ras-MAP kinase pathway, JAK-STAT pathway, Calcium phosphatidyl- inositol pathway, Phospho Inositide 3-kinase (PI3 kinase), Transforming growth factor (TGF) signalling pathway.Structural organization and function of intracellular organelles: Endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi complex, Ribosome, Mitochondria. Lysosome, Chloroplasts, Peroxisomes and Glyoxysomes.Transcription in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, Promoter (mention Pribnow, TATA, CAAT and GC box), enhancer and silence sites, Transcription factors; Transcription activators and repressors, Characteristic features of RNA polymerases of phages, prokaryotes and eukaryotes and their functions, post transcriptional modification of RNA, Capping, Polyadenylation, Splicing, RNA editing.Transcription of mRNA in prokaryotes and eukaryotes: Structural organisation and life span of mRNA; monocistronic and polycistronic mRNA.Translation in prokaryotes and eukaryotes: Aminoacylation of tRNA & initiation, elongation and termination of protein synthesis Aminoacyl tRNA synthetases & initiation, elongation and termination factors Translational proof-reading Differences in protein synthesis between prokaryotes and eukaryotes Translational inhibitors in prokaryotes and eukaryotes - role of tetracycline, streptomycin, neomycin, chloramphenicol, erythromycin, puromycin and diphtheria toxin Post- translational modification of proteins: protein folding (role of chaperones) and biochemical modifications.Transposable genetic elements - Transposons: Definition, features and types Transposition and mechanism, Transposons in bacteria IS elements, Tn family Mu phage as a transposable element Transposons in eukaryotes. SINE, Alu family; LINE, L1 P elements in Drosophila, Transposons in Maize, Retroviruses and transposition.
SEED AND SEED TECHNOLOGY
Sec 10
Seed Act and Seed Act enforcement- Central Seed Committee, Central Seed Certification Board, State Seed Certification Agency, Central and State Seed Testing Laboratories.Seed certification, field inspection- Foundation and certified seed production of important cereals (Rice, wheat and maize), pulses (Cowpea, mung, urd, pigeonpea, field bean and soyabean),Oil palm, oilseeds (Sesame, coconut, sunflower, groundnut), fodder (Guinea grass, napier grass and lucern), and vegetables (Bhindi, tomato, brinjal, chillies and cucurbitaceous vegetables).Seeds Control Order 1983 and Seed Bill 2004, IPR- Intellectual Property Rights
Technical
100 Marks
Junior Analyst
The Junior Analyst post in Kerala Minerals and Metals Limited is for qualified candidates with a Degree in Chemistry or equivalent. The selection process is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission.
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Syllabus Explorer
Aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons
Sec 1
1,2 and 1,4-addition reactions in conjugated dienesAlkylation of terminal alkynesaromatic character of arenesAromaticity: Hückel's ruleBaeyer strain theoryConformation analysis of alkanes and cyclohexanecyclic carbocations/carbanions and heterocyclic compounds with suitable examplesDiels-Alder reaction; Allylic and benzylic bromination and mechanismDirecting effects of the groupsElectrophilic aromatic substitution: halogenation, nitration, sulphonation and Friedel-Craft's alkylation/acylation with their mechanismFormation of alkanesFormation of alkenes and alkynes by elimination reactionsFree radical substitutions: Halogenation-relative reactivity and selectivityHydration to form carbonyl compoundshydroboration-oxidationMechanism of E1, E2, Elcb reactionsmechanism of oxymercuration-demercurationozonolysisPreparation and reactions of naphthalene, phenanthrene and anthraceneReactions of alkenes: Electrophilic additions their mechanisms (Markownikoff/ Anti Markownikoff addition)Reactions of alkynes: Acidity, Electrophilic and Nucleophilic additionsreduction (catalytic and chemical)Saytzeff and Hofmann eliminationssyn and anti-hydroxylation (oxidation)Types of cycloalkanes and their relative stabilityWurtz ReactionWurtz-Fittig Reactions
Carbonyl compounds, carboxylic acids and their derivatives
Sec 2
a- substitution reactionsActive methylene compounds: Keto-enol tautomerismBeckmann and Benzil-Benzilic acid rearrangementsCannizzaro and Wittig reactionClaisan-SchmidtClaisen condensationComparative study of nucleophilic sustitution at acyl group -Mechanism of acidic and alkaline hydrolysis of estersDieckmann and Reformatsky reactionshaloform reaction and Baeyer Villiger oxidationHofmann- bromamide degradation and Curtius rearrangementKnoevenagel condensationMechanisms of Aldol and Benzoin condensationMichael additionNucleophilic addition-elimination reactions with ammonia derivativesNucleophilic additionsoxidations and reductions (Clemmensen, Wolff-Kishner, LiAlH 4, NaBH 4, MPV)PerkinPreparation and reactions of acid chlorides, anhydrides, esters and amidesPreparation and synthetic applications of diethyl malonate and ethyl acetoacetatePreparation, physical properties and reactions of monocarboxylic acidsStructure, reactivity and preparation of carbonyl compoundsTypical reactions of dicarboxylic acids, hydroxy acids and unsaturated acids: succinic/phthalic, lactic, malic, tartaric, citric, male and fumaric acids
Qualitative and quantitative aspects of analysis
Sec 3
accuracy and precisionbasic principle of pH metric, potentiometric and conductometric titrationsBasic principles involved in analysis of cations and anions and solubility productsClassification of electroanalytical methodscommon ion effectComplexometric titration: EDTA titrationerrorsevaluation of analytical dataFlame Atomic Absorption and Emission Spectrometry: Basic principlesInterfering anions (fluoride, borate, oxalate and phosphate) and need to remove them after Group IImethods of their expressionPrinciples involved in separation of cations into groups and choice of group reagentsSamplingstatistical test of data; F, Q and t testTechniques for quantitative estimation of Ca and Mg from their mixtureTechniques for the quantitative estimation of trace level of metal ions from samplesTechniques of atomization and sample introduction; sources of chemical interferences and their method of removalTechniques used for the determination of pK a valuesTheory of thermogravimetry (TG)
Chemical kinetics, surface chemistry and catalysis
Sec 4
acid-base catalysisactivation energyadsorption isothermsArrhenius equationchain reactionschemisorptionCollision theory of reaction ratesdifferential and integrated form of rate expressions up to second order reactionseffect of particle size and efficiency of nanoparticles as catalystsEnzyme catalysisexperimental methods of the determination of rate lawskinetics of complex reactionsLindemann mechanismmechanisms of catalyzed reactions at solid surfacesMichaelis-Menten mechanismnature of adsorbed stateopposing reactions parallel reactions and consecutive reactions and their differential rate equations (steady-state approximation in reaction mechanisms)Order and molecularity of a reactionPhysical adsorptionrate laws in terms of the advancement of a reactionspecificity and selectivityTemperature dependence of reaction ratesTypes of catalyst
Alcohols, phenols, ethers, epoxides and nitrogen compounds
Sec 5
Alcohols: preparation, properties and relative reactivity of 1, 2º, 3º alcoholsBouvaelt-Blanc ReductionCarbylamine reactionDiazonium Salts: Preparation and their synthetic applicationsDistinction between 1º, 2º and 3° amines with Hinsberg reagent and nitrous acidEffect of substituent and solvent on basicity of aminesEthers and Epoxides: Preparation and reactions with acidsFries and Claisen rearrangements with mechanismGabriel phthalimide synthesisHoffmann's exhaustive methylationHofmann-elimination reactionMannich reactionPhenols: Preparation and properties; Acidity and factors effecting itPinacol-Pinacolone rearrangementPreparation and important reactions of nitro compounds, nitriles, isonitriles and aminesPreparation and properties of glycols: Oxidation by periodic acid and lead tetraacetateReactions of epoxides with alcohols, ammonia derivatives and LiAlH 4Reimer–Tiemann and Kolbe's–Schmidt ReactionsRing substitution reactions
Halogenated hydrocarbons and heterocyclic compounds
Sec 6
Alkyl halides: Methods of preparationAryl halides: Methods of reparationBischler-Napieralski reaction Derivatives of furan: Furfural and furoic acidClassification and nomenclature, Structure, aromaticity in 5-numbered and 6-membered rings containing one heteroatomFriedlander's synthesisKnorr quinoline synthesisnucleophilic aromatic substitution; SNAr, Benzyne mechanismnucleophilic substitution reactions – S N 1, SN 2 and S N i mechanisms with stereochemical aspects and effect of solvent etc.; nucleophilic substitution vs. eliminationOrganometallic compounds of Mg and Li – use in synthesis of organic compoundsPyridine (Hantzsch synthesis)PyrimidinePyrrole (Paal-Knorr synthesis, Knorr pyrrole synthesis, Hantzsch synthesis)Relative reactivity of alkyl, allyl/benzyl, vinyl and aryl halides towards nucleophilic substitution reactionsSkraup synthesisSynthesis, reactions and mechanism of substitution reactions of: FuranThiophene
Molecular spectroscopy
Sec 7
amplitude of diatomic molecular vibrationsanharmonicityBorn- Oppenheimer approximationchemical shift and low resolution spectracomputation of force constantconcept of group frequenciesdegrees of freedom for polyatomic moleculesdetermination of bond lengths of diatomic and linear triatomic moleculesdifferent scalesdissociation and predissociationdissociation energiesEffect of nuclear spinElectron Spin Resonance (ESR) spectroscopy: principleElectronic spectroscopy: Franck-Condon principleelectronic transitionsESR of simple radicalsfluorescence and phosphorescencefundamental frequencieshot bandshyperfine structureintensities of spectral linesInteraction of electromagnetic radiation with molecules and various types of spectrainterpretation of PMR spectra of organic moleculesisotopic substitution Vibrational spectroscopy: Classical equation of vibrationLarmor precessionmodes of vibrationMorse potentialNuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy: Principles of NMR spectroscopyovertonesRaman spectroscopy: Qualitative treatment of Rotational Raman effectRotation spectroscopy: Selection rulesrule of mutual exclusionsinglet and triplet statesspin-spin coupling and high resolution spectraStokes and anti-Stokes lines; their intensity differenceVibration-rotation spectroscopy: diatomic vibrating rotator, P, Q, R branchesVibrational Raman spectra
Gaseous, liquid and solid states
Sec 8
Analysis of powder diffraction patterns of NaCl, CsCl and KClBehaviour of real gases: Deviations from ideal gas behaviourBragg's lawCleansing action of detergentscollision diametercollision frequencycompressibility factor, Z, and its variation with pressure for different gasescontinuity of statescritical stateDefects in crystalsdegrees of freedom and molecular basis ofheat capacitiesEffect of addition of various solutes on surface tension and viscosityelementary ideas of symmetryGlasses and liquid crystalsIsotherms of real gases and their comparison with van der Waals isothermskinetic gas equationlaw of constancy of interfacial angleslaw of corresponding stateslaw of equipartition of energylaw of rational indicesMaxwell distribution and its use in evaluating molecular velocities (average, root mean square and most probable)mean free path and viscosity of gasesMiller indicesNature of the solid statephysical properties of liquids; vapour pressurequalitative idea of point and space groupsrelation between critical constants and van der Waals constantsrelation between mean free path and coefficient of viscosityseven crystal systems and fourteen Bravais latticessurface tension and coefficient of viscosity, and their determinationsymmetry elements and symmetry operationsTemperature variation of viscosity of liquids and comparison with that of gasesvan der Waals equation of statevariation of viscosity with temperature and pressurevirial equation of state; van der Waals equation expressed in virial form and calculation of Boyle temperatureX-ray diffraction
Electrochemistry
Sec 9
Application of EMF measurements in determining free energy, enthalpy and entropy of a cell reaction, equilibrium constants, and pH values, using hydrogen, quinone-hydroquinone and glass electrodesApplications of conductance measurement: Quantitative aspects of Faraday's laws of electrolysisapplications of electrolysis in metallurgy and industryChemical cells, reversible and irreversible cells with examplesConcentration cells with and without transferenceConductivity, equivalent and molar conductivity and their variation with dilution for weak and strong electrolytesDebye-Falkenhagen effectDebye-Hückel-Onsager equationdetermination of activity coefficients and transference numbersdetermination of transference numbers using Hittorf and Moving Boundary methodsElectromotive force of a cell and its measurementIonic velocities, mobilities and their determinationsKohlrausch law of independent migration of ionsliquid junction potentialMolar conductivity at infinite dilutionNernst equationpotentiometric titrations (acid-base, redox, precipitation)rules of oxidation/reduction of ions based on half-cell potentialsStandard electrode (reduction) potential and its application to different kinds of half-cellstransference numbers and their relation to ionic mobilitiesWalden's rulesWien effect
Atomic structure and chemical bonding
Sec 10
applications of ionization enthalpyatomic spectrum of hydrogen atomAufbau's principleBohr's theoryBorn-Haber cycle and its applicationborohydrides (diborane)boron nitridescarboranesclathrates; preparation and properties of XeF 2, XeF 4 and XeF 6Covalent character in ionic compoundsde Broglie equationdefects in solidsdiagonal relationship and anomalous behaviour of first member of each groupElectron gain enthalpyElectronegativityfactors affecting ionization energyFajan's rules and consequences of polarizationFormal chargeHeisenberg's Uncertainty PrincipleHund's rule of maximum multiplicityhybridizationHydrogen bonding and its effects on melting and boiling pointsInert pair effectinterhalogen compoundsIonic character in covalent compounds: Bond moment and dipole momentIonization enthalpyLewis structureMolecular orbital diagrams of diatomic and simple polyatomic molecules N2,O2,C2,B2, F 2, CO, NO, and their ionsMolecular orbital theoryOccurrence and uses of noble gasesOxides and oxoacids of nitrogen, phosphorus and chlorinePauli's Exclusion PrinciplePauling's/ Mulliken's and Allred Rachow's electronegativity scalesPercentage ionic character from dipole moment and electronegativity differencePeroxo acids of sulphurpolarizing power and polarizabilitypolyhalide ionspseudohalogens and basic properties of halogensQuantum numbers and their significanceRadius ratio rulerelative stability of different oxidation statesresonance and resonance energys, p, d, f block elements and their propertiesSchrödinger's wave equationSemiconductors and insulatorsShapes of s, p, d and f orbitalsshapes of simple molecules and ions containing lone pairs and bond pairs of electronsShielding effectsilanesSlater rulessolubility and energetic of dissolution processSolvation energyStructure, bonding, preparation, properties and uses of boric acid and boratestrends of electron gain enthalpyvalence bond theoryValence shell electron pair repulsion theory (VSEPR)van der Waals forcesvariation of effective nuclear charge in periodic tableVariation of orbital energy with atomic number
Organic reaction mechanism and stereochemistry
Sec 11
Applications of IR, UV and NMR for identification of simple organic moleculesChirality/AsymmetryClassification and nomenclature of organic compoundsDistereoisomerselectrophiles and nucleophiles; Types, shape and their relative stability of carbocations, carbanions, free radicals and carbenesEnantiomersFischer ProjectionGeometrical isomerism: cis-trans and, syn-anti isomerism E/Z notations with C.I.P rulesHomolytic and heterolytic fissionhyperconjugation and their applicationsInductive, electromeric, resonance and mesomeric effectsIntroduction to types of organic reactions and their mechanism: Addition, Elimination and Substitution reactionsmeso structuresMolecules with two or more chiral-centresNewmann and Sawhorse Projection formulae and their interconversionsOptical Isomerism: Optical ActivityOrganic acids and bases; their relative strengthRacemic mixture and resolutionRelative and absolute configuration: D/L and R/S designationsSpecific Rotation
Ionic and chemical equilibria, phase equilibria
Sec 12
Applications of relative lowering of vapour pressureazeotropesbuffer action and applications of buffers in analytical chemistry and biochemical processes in the human bodybuffer capacityBuffer solutionschemical equilibria in ideal gasesClausius-Clapeyron equation and its applications to solid- liquid, liquid-vapour and solid-vapour equilibriaconcept of fugacityConcept of phases, components and degrees of freedomCriteria of thermodynamic equilibriumCSTdegree of hydrolysis and pH for different saltsDegree of ionizationdepression of freezing point and osmotic pressure in calculating molar masses of solutes in solutiondissociation constants of mono-, di-and triprotic acidselevation of boiling pointEquilibrium constants and their quantitative dependence on temperature, pressure and concentrationfactors affecting degree of ionizationFree energy of mixing and spontaneity; relations between the various equilibrium constants Kp, Kc and K xHenderson equation and its applicationsionization constant and ionic product of waterIonization of weak acids and basesLe Chatelier principlelowering of vapour pressuremiscible pairsNernst distribution law and its applications Dilute solutionspartial miscibility of liquidspH scalephase diagram for one component systems, with applicationsPhase diagrams for systems of solid-liquid equilibria involving eutectic, congruent and incongruent melting points, solid solutionsQualitative treatment of acid – base titration curves (calculation of pH at various stages)Raoult's and Henry's Laws and their applicationsSalt hydrolysis-calculation of hydrolysis constantSolubility and solubility product of sparingly soluble salts – applications of solubility product principlesteam distillationTheory of acid-base indicators; selection of indicators and their limitationsThermodynamic relation between Gibbs free energy of reaction and reaction quotientThree component systems, water- chloroform-acetic acid system Binary solutions: Gibbs-Duhem-Margules equation and its applications to fractional distillation of binary miscible liquids (ideal and nonideal)
Coordination chemistry, metallurgy and bioinorganic chemistry
Sec 13
back bondingcarbonic anhydrase and carboxypeptidaseCFSE in weak and strong fieldsChelate effectChief modes of occurrence of metalsclassification of elements according to their action in biological systemCrystal field theoryelectrolytic ReductionExcess and deficiency of some trace metalsfactors affecting the magnitude of 10 Dq (∆ο, ∆t)Haemoglobin; Storage and transfer of ironhydrometallurgyIron and its application in bio- systemsisomerism in coordination compoundsIUPAC nomenclature of coordination compoundsKinetics of octahedral substitutionKroll processLigand field effects and reaction ratesmechanism of nucleophilic substitution in square planar complexesMechanism of substitution in octahedral complexesMetal ions present in biological systemsmethods of purification of metals: ElectrolyticOctahedral vs. tetrahedral coordinationpairing energiesQualitative aspect of Ligand field and MO Theoryreasons for toxicitySodium / K-pumpsquare planar geometryStereochemistry of complexes with 4 and 6 coordination numbersSubstitution reactions in square planar complexestetragonal distortions from octahedral geometry Jahn-Teller theoremThermodynamic and Kinetic stabilityToxicity of metal ions (Hg, Pb, Cd and As)Trans- effectUse of chelating agents in medicinevalence bond theory (inner and outer orbital complexes)van Arkel and Mond's processWerner's theoryZone refining
Chemical thermodynamics
Sec 14
calculation of absolute entropy of moleculescalculation of bond energy, bond dissociation energy and resonance energy from thermochemical dataCalculation of entropy change for reversible and irreversible processescalculations of q, w, U and H for reversible, irreversible and free expansion of gases (ideal and van der Waals) under isothermal and adiabatic conditionsConcept of entropy; thermodynamic scale of temperatureConcept of heat (q), work(w), internal energy (U) and statement of first lawconcept of residual entropyeffect of temperature (Kirchhoff's equations) and pressure on enthalpy of reactionsenthalpy (H)enthalpy of formation of molecules and ions and enthalpy of combustion and its applicationsFree energy change and spontaneityGibbs and Helmholtz energy; variation of S, G, A with T, V, PGibbs-Helmholtz equationHeats of reactions: standard statesIntensive and extensive variables; state and path functions; isolated, closed and open systems; zeroth law of thermodynamicsMaxwell relationsrelation between heat capacitiesRelation between Joule-Thomson coefficient and other thermodynamic parameters; inversion temperaturestatement of the second law of thermodynamicsStatement of third lawthermodynamic equation of state
Organometallic compounds
Sec 15
Classification of organometallic compounds on the basis of bond typeComparison of aromaticity and reactivity with that of benzeneConcept of hapticity of organic ligandsconcept of multicentre bonding in these compoundselectron count of mononuclear, polynuclear and substituted metal carbonyls of 3d seriesFerrocene: Preparation and reactions (acetylation, alkylation, metallation, Mannich Condensation)General methods of preparation (direct combination, reductive carbonylation, thermal and photochemical decomposition) of mono and binuclear carbonyls of 3d seriesHydroformylation (Co salts)Mechanism of Alkene hydrogenation (Wilkinsons Catalyst)Metal Alkyls: Important structural features of methyl lithium (tetramer) and trialkyl aluminium (dimer)Metal carbonyls: 18 electron ruleRole of triethylaluminium in polymerisation of ethene (Ziegler – Natta Catalyst)Structure and aromaticityStructures of mononuclear and binuclear carbonyls of Cr, Mn, Fe, Co and Ni using VBT.- acceptor behaviour of COsynergic effect and use of IR data to explain extent of back bondingSynthetic gasoline (Fischer Tropsch reaction)Wacker ProcessZeise's salt: Preparation and structure
Technical
100 Marks
LIVESTOCK INSPECTOR GR. II / POULTRY ASSISTANT/ MILK RECORDER /STORE KEEPER / ENUMERATOR
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts examinations for the posts of Livestock Inspector Grade II, Poultry Assistant, Milk Recorder, Store Keeper, and Enumerator in the Animal Husbandry Department.
90m
10s
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Introduction to Animal Husbandry
Sec 1
Anatomy and Physiology of animals: Definitions - Anatomical Peculiarities of liver, kidney, spleen and stomach of cattle, pig, chicken and dog - Structure of ruminant stomach - Process of ruminant digestion - Structure of mammary gland in cattle - Physiology of milk let down – Inhibition of milk let down - Hormonal role in lactation - Peak production and drying up.Body parts of cattle and poultry: Different body parts (regions, body cavities, joints)Common terminologies of Animal Husbandry: Different terms associated with the husbandry of cattle, buffalo, goat, sheep, pig, chicken, duck, turkey and quail) - gestation period – incubation period of eggs. Scientific names of cattle, buffalo, goat, sheep, pig, chicken, duck, turkey and quail.Farm records: importance of record keeping – important dairy farm records – important poultry farm records.Farming systems: Farming systems (mixed, diversified, organic, integrated)Normal physiological values of animals: Normal range of temperature, pulse, respiration, rumen motility.Personnel Protective Equipment: Risks associated with livestock farms – Personnel Protective Equipment (Goggles, Hard hat, Mask, Breathing apparatus, Gumboots)
Poultry Husbandry
Sec 2
Anatomy and physiology of chicken: Digestive system – Female reproductive system – Respiratory system - Physiology of egg formation – Effect of light on egg production - Molting and bleaching.Diseases of chicken: Etiology, important symptoms and preventive measures (Pasteurellosis, Salmonellois, New castle disease (NCD), Fowl pox, Marek's disease (MD), Infectious bursal disease (IBD), Avian influenza, Aspergillosis, Coccidiosis, Ascaridia galli infection, Lice and mite infestations, Rickets, Nutritional roup, Curled toe paralysis, Crazy chick disease) – Vaccination and vaccination Schedule – Litter management – Biosecurity measures for a poultry farm.Feeding of chicken: Common ingredients used for the formulation of poultry feed - Feeding systems of poultry (Adlibitum feeding, Restricted feeding, Mash feeding, Pelleted feeding) - Feed efficiency in layers and broilers - Feed additives - Different types of feeders and waterers – Average requirement of total feed for chicks, growers, layers and broilers.Hatchery Management: Structure of egg - Abnormal eggs (Double yolked egg, an egg within an egg, pale egg, soft shelled egg, blood spot, meat spot) - Candling and grading of eggs - Selection of hatching eggs – Incubator management (parts of incubator, pre-requisites for egg incubation) - Hatchery operations (Collection of eggs, fumigation, setting, identification methods for birds, sexing of chicks, dubbing, debeaking, disposal of hatchery waste).Husbandry of ducks: Advantages of duck rearing - Housing, feeding and management of ducks - Sex differentiation – Duck diseases (Pasteurellosis, Duck plague, Duck hepatitis, Aflatoxicosis)Husbandry of quail: Advantages of quail rearing - Housing, feeding and management of quail - Sex differentiation - Diseases of quail and health care (Quail enteritis).Husbandry of Turkey: Housing, feeding and management of Turkey – Care of poults - Sex differentiation - Diseases of turkey and health care (Pasteurellosis, Black head disease)Introduction to poultry husbandry: Merits and demerits of poultry rearing – Identification methods for poultry.Poultry management: Management of chicks (Brooding, brooder set up, brooder management) – Grower management – Layer management (factors affecting egg production, differentiating good and poor layers, Managemental practices for producing good quality eggs, Hen day and Hen housed egg production standards) - General management of breeders (Mating methods, Artificial insemination in chicken, Trap nesting) – Broiler management.
Animal welfare
Sec 3
Animal welfare and Animal rights – Types of animal freedom - Prevention of cruelty to animals (PCA) act (Purpose, general cruelties to animals) – Guidelines related to transportation of animals (By foot, by road and by rail) – 3 Rs of Animal welfare - Human-Animal conflicts.
Breeding and Reproduction in cattle
Sec 4
Breeding of cattle: Genotype – Phenotype - Selection methods (Random selection, Individual selection, Family selection, Pedigree selection) – breeding methods (Grading-up, Progeny testing, In-breeding, Out-breeding, Cross breeding)Reproduction in cattle: Structure and function of bovine female reproductive System – Structure and function of bovine male reproductive system - Hormonal interplay of female reproduction - Hormonal interplay of male reproduction - Sexual maturity and puberty - Estrus cycle - Heat signs of cattle – Heat detection methods – Semen collection using artificial vagina and examination of semen quality (Macroscopic and Microscopic) – Semen extenders and preservation (Coconut milk extender, Egg-yolk citrate, Liquid Nitrogen) - Equipment used for A.I. - Recto-vaginal method of A.I. – Speculum method of A.I. – Pregnancy diagnosis - Stages of parturition - Signs of calving – Dystocia - Service period - Inter-calving period - Dry period – Multiple Ovulation and Embryo Transfer (MOET) – Infertility in cattle.
Husbandry of Goats, Pigs and Rabbits
Sec 5
Care of Rabbits: Housing rabbits - Feeding of rabbits – Coprophagy - Sex differentiation in rabbits - Breeding of rabbits – Care of pregnant rabbits – Care new born kits - Diseases of rabbits (Pasteurellosis, sore hock, mange, hair balls).Goat Husbandry: Advantages of goat rearing - Housing requirements of goats - Feeding of goats - Care and management of kids - Care and management of pregnant does - Care and management of lactating does – Management of bucks – Signs of heat in goat – A.I. in goat – common diseases of goats (PPR, CCPP, Tetanus, PEM)Swine Husbandry: Advantages and disadvantages of pig farming – Housing of pigs – Care and management of piglets – Care of farrowing sow
Bovine Management practices
Sec 6
Determination of age in cattle: Importance of age determination in cattle - Dental formula of cattle (permanent and deciduous) - Age determination using dentition - Age determination using horn rings.Feeding of cattle: Proximate principles (Digestible crude protein (D.C.P), metabolizable energy (M.E), total digestible nutrients (T.D.N) – Total Mixed Ration (TMR) – Classification of feed ingredients – Concentrate feed ingredients – Roughages – Unconventional feed stuff – Leguminous fodder (cow pea, subabul) – fodder preservation by Silaging (advantages of silage, types of silos, process of silage making, qualities of a good silage) - Hay making (steps of hay making, qualities of good hay) - bypass protein feed – Thump rules for feeding animals (maintenance, lactation, pregnancy allowances).Health care of cattle: Definition of health and disease - Signs of health – Types of diseases – Etiology, symptoms and control measures of Anthrax, HS, BQ, TB, brucellosis, leptospirosis, rabies, Mastitis, lumpy skin disease) – Metabolic diseases (Milk fever, Ketosis) - parasitic diseases (Amphistomosis, tick infestation, mite infestation) - Phytotoxins (Hydrogen cyanide poisoning, Gossypol toxicity) – Biosecurity measures for disease control – Vaccination schedule for cattle – Precautions for vaccination - Quarantine procedures – Disinfection and disinfestation – Carcass disposal methods - Management of wounds in animals – First aid measures for cattle and First aid kit – Measures to prevent mastitis – CMT- Dry cow therapy.Identification of Animals: Hot iron branding - Chemical branding - Freeze branding – Tattooing - Tagging - Ear notching - Electronic chips/transponders.Milking of cattle: Hand milking methods (full hand method, stripping, knuckling) - Machine milking – Parts of milking machine – Functioning of milking machine – Milking parlour system.Neonatal calf care: Care of new borne calves - colostrum feeding - artificial respiration, cutting of umbilical cord, weaning of calves, feeding of calves, pail feeding, Deworming, Dehorning, nose rope application, pail feeding.Restraining of Animals: Animal behaviour - Precautions while approaching the animal – Restraining of head, forelimbs, hind limbs – Precautions for casting - Casting using Reuff's method - Casting using Alternate Method - Instruments used for controlling animals (anti-cow kicker, milk man's rope, trevis, halter, mouth gag).
Livestock products
Sec 7
Egg: Nutritive value of egg - Structure of egg - Preservation of egg (Chilling, freezing, pickling, water glass method, lime sealing) - commercial egg products (whole egg powder, albumen powder)Meat: Nutritive value of meat - Preservation of meat (Chilling, freezing, thermal processing, canning, curing, smoking, irradiation) - Meat products (Sausage, meat cutlet, nuggets)Milk: Nutritive value of milk – Classification of milk products (acid coagulated, fermented, fat rich, by-products, frozen products) – methods preservation of milk (Pasteurization, sterilization, chilling) - Types of milk commercially available (Toned milk, double toned milk, Homogenized milk, Condensed milk) – basics of preparation of various types of milk products (Paneer, Chhana, Khoa, Dahi, Cheese, Ghee, Cream, Whey, Skim milk, Ice cream)Wholesome milk production: Sources of contamination of milk – Measures to produce clean milk - Adulteration of milk (starch, formaline, cane sugar, water) – Measurement of specific gravity using lactometer.
Breeds of Livestock
Sec 8
Important breeds of cattle, buffalo, goat, sheep, pig, chicken, turkey, quail and duck: Origin and important breed characteristics of the following breeds - Sahiwal, Red Sindhi, Gir, Hallikar, Kangayam, Amrit Mahal, Kankrej, Hariana, Tharparkar, Vechur, Kasaragod dwarf, Jersey, Holstein Friesian, Brown Swiss, Murrah, Surti, Jaffarabadi, Mehsana, Nili Ravi, Nagpuri, Toda, Malabari, Attapady black, Barbari, Jamunapari, Sirohi, Saanen, Alpine, Boer, Kashmiri, Marwari, Merino, Large white Yorkshire, Landrace, Duroc, Berkshire, Hampshire, White leghorn, RIR, New Hampshire, Australorp, Plymouth rock, Cornish, Brahma, Cochin, Aseel, Kadaknath, Naked neck, Austro-white, Gramapriya, Athulya, Giriraja, Muscovy, White Pekin, Indian runner, Khakhi Campbell, Chara, Chemballi, Broad breasted bronze turkey, Beltsville small white turkey, Japanese quail, Bobwhite quail.Introduction to breeds: Definition of breed - Comparison of Indian and exotic breeds of cattle – Classification and comparison of breeds according to utility (Milch, Draught, Dual) - Definition of class, variety and strain of poultry.
Management of dogs and cats
Sec 9
Management of cats: Important breeds of cats (Persian, Burmese) - Restraining of cats – Feeding of cats.Management of dogs: Important breeds of dogs (German Shepherd, Labrador, Doberman, Rottweiler, Japanese spitz, Pug) - Restraining of dogs - Selection of pups – Grooming - Feeding of dogs - Breeding of dogs – Basic awareness on diseases of dogs (Rabies, Canine distemper, Parvo viral enteritis) -Vaccination schedule of dogs – Deworming – Care of pups.
Rearing and Housing of Livestock
Sec 10
Systems of rearing for cattle and poultry: Free range system, Intensive systems viz., Tail-to-tail system, Head-to-head system, Deep Litter system, Cage system, Semi-intensive system) – Loose house system – Cow comfort and measures to ensure it - Effect of climate on animals and birds - (Homeostasis, Critical temperature, summer management measures) - Requirements and dimensions of a standard cattle shed (roofing, flooring, sidewalls, layout of tail-to-tail and head-to-head systems) – Requirements and dimensions of a standard poultry shed (roofing, flooring, sidewalls) - Hi-tech dairy farm - Automation of cattle farm - Milking parlour – Solid and liquid waste disposal (biogas plant, vermi-composting, composting, slurry, organic mulch) - Culling and replacement.
Technical
100 Marks
Instructor in Tailoring and Garment Making
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) recruits instructors for the Tailoring & Garment Making Training Centre under the Technical Education Department. [8]
90m
6s
#kerala-psc#technical-education#tailoring#garment-making#instructor
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KNITTING
Sec 1
Basic Knitting Such As: Casting OnCasting OffDecreasing And IncreasingKnitKnitted Pattern EtcPearl
FIBRE
Sec 2
Characteristic Features Of FabricManmade FibreNatural FibreSelection Of Fabric
GARMENT CONSTRUCTION
Sec 3
collarsDartDifferent kinds of seamsplacketspleatspocketssleevestucks
COLOUR THEORY
Sec 4
Color SchemeCool ColorPrimary ColorSecondary ColorTertiary ColorWarm Color
PATTERNS
Sec 5
pattern making techniqueTypes Of Pattern
Technical terms
Sec 6
Technical terms used in tailoring
Technical
100 Marks
FIRE & RESCUE OFFICER (TRAINEE)
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) invites online applications for the post of Fire & Rescue Officer (Trainee) in the Fire and Rescue Services Department. This role involves firefighting operations, rescue missions during accidents and natural disasters, and public safety management.
120m
5s
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General English
Sec 1
English GrammarActive and Passive voiceAgreement of Subject and Verb.Articles - Definite and Indefinite Articles.Correction of SentencesDegrees of ComparisonDifferent Parts of Speech.Direct and Indirect SpeechInfinitive and GerundsPrepositionsQuestion TagsTensesTenses in Conditional SentencesThe Use of CorrelativesTypes of Sentences and Interchange of Sentences.Uses of Primary and Modal Auxiliary VerbsVocabularyAntonymsCompound wordsExpansion and meaning of Common AbbreviationsForeign Words and PhrasesIdioms and their MeaningsOne Word SubstitutesPhrasal VerbsSingular & Plural, Change of Gender, Collective NounsSpelling TestSynonymsWord formation from other words and use of prefix or suffixWords often confused
Special Topics (തസ്തികകളുടെ ജോലി സ്വഭാവവുമായി ബന്ധപ്പെട്ട വിഷയങ്ങൾ)
Sec 2
Fire and First AidFireBasic Concepts:- Combustion, Temperature and Heat, Fire TriangleChemistry of Heat and combustion:- Heat capacity, Specific heat capacity, Latent heat of fusion, Latent heat of vaporisation, Sublimation, Melting point, Boiling point, Flash point, Fire point, Ignition temperature, Method of heat transfer (Conduction, Radiation, MSDS-LPG, Ammonia, Chlorine.Fire Extinguishers :- Types of Fire Extinguishers, PASSMethod of Fire extinction:- Starvation, smothering/Blanketing, Cooling, Fire Extinguishing agents, Suitability of Extinguishing Medias.First AidAEDBleeding and its first aid measuresBurns, Scalds, Frost Bite and its first aid measuresCAB/ABC ruleChoking and its first aid measuresCPR - Concept and ProcedureCuts and Wounds, Amputation and its first aid measuresFirst Aid- Concept –Important Organisations and PersonsFractures, Types of fractures and its first aid measuresHuman body, Respiration, Breathing Pulse, Circulation & Skeletal systemMouth to Mouth ResuscitationResuscitation methodsSnake bite and its first aid measuresTHE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACT.2000Section 43 Penalty and Compensation for damage to computer, computer system, etc.Section 43A Compensation for failure to protect data.Section 65 Tampering with computer source documents.Section 66 Computer related offencesSection 66B Punishment for dishonestly receiving stolen computer resource or communication device.Section 66C Punishment for identity theft.Section 66D Punishment for cheating by personation by using computer resources.Section 66E Punishment for violation of privacy.Section 66F Punishment for cyber terrorism.Section 67 Punishment for publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form.Section 67A Punishment for publishing or transmitting material containing sexually explicit act, etc in electronic formSection 67B Punishment for publishing or transmitting material depicting children in sexually explicit act, etc in electronic formSection 72 Penalty for breach of confidentiality and privacy.Section 77B Offences with 3 years imprisonment to be bailable.Section 78 Power to investigate offences.
പൊതുവിജ്ഞാനം
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ഇന്ത്യൻ ഭരണഘടനആമുഖംകൺകറന്റ് ലിസ്റ്റ്ഗവൺമെന്റിന്റെ ഘടകങ്ങൾനിർദ്ദേശക തത്വങ്ങൾപഞ്ചായത്തീരാജ്പൗരത്വംപ്രധാനപ്പെട്ട ഭരണ ഘടനാ ഭേദഗതികൾ (42, 44, 52, 73, 74, 86, 91)ഭരണഘടന നിർമ്മാണ സമിതിഭരണഘടനാ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങളും അവയുടെ ചുമതലകളുംമൗലിക കടമകൾമൗലികാവകാശങ്ങൾയൂണിയൻ ലിസ്റ്റ്സ്റ്റേറ്റ് ലിസ്റ്റ്കല, കായികം, സാഹിത്യം, സംസ്കാരംഅടിസ്ഥാന വിവരങ്ങൾഅവാർഡിനർഹരായ എഴുത്തുകാർഅവാർഡ് ജേതാക്കൾഇതര വസ്തുതകൾഇന്ത്യയുടെ ശ്രദ്ധേയമായ പ്രകടനംഎഴുത്തുകാർ - തൂലികാനാമങ്ങൾ, അപരനാമങ്ങൾഏഷ്യൻ ഗയിംസ്, ആഫ്രോ ഏഷ്യൻ ഗയിംസ്, കോമൺവെൽത്ത് ഗയിംസ്, സാഫ് ഗയിംസ്ഒളിമ്പിക്സിൽ ഇന്ത്യയുടെ ശ്രദ്ധേയമായ പ്രകടനങ്ങൾഒളിമ്പിക്സ്ഓരോ അവാർഡും ഏതുമേഖലയിലെ പ്രകടനത്തിനാണ് നല്കുന്നത് എന്ന അറിവ്.ഓരോ പ്രസ്ഥാനത്തിലേയും പ്രധാനകൃതികൾ അവയുടെ കർത്താക്കൾഓരോ രാജ്യത്തിന്റേയും ദേശീയ കായിക ഇനങ്ങൾ / വിനോദങ്ങൾകഥാപാത്രങ്ങൾ - കൃതികൾകലകളികളുമായി ബന്ധപ്പെട്ട പ്രധാന പദങ്ങൾകായികംകായികരംഗത്ത് വ്യക്തിമുദ്രപതിപ്പിച്ച കേരളത്തിലേയും ഇന്ത്യയിലേയും ലോകത്തിലേയും പ്രധാന കായികതാരങ്ങൾ, അവരുടെ കായിക ഇനങ്ങൾ, അവരുടെ നേട്ടങ്ങൾ, അവർക്ക് ലഭിച്ചിട്ടുള്ള ബഹുമതികൾ.കൃതികൾകേരളത്തിലെ പ്രധാന ആഘോഷങ്ങൾ, ആഘോഷങ്ങളുമായി ബന്ധപ്പെട്ട സ്ഥലങ്ങൾ പ്രശസ്തമായ ഉത്സവങ്ങൾ.കേരളത്തിലെ പ്രധാന ദൃശ്യ-ശ്രാവ്യകലകൾ ഇവയുടെ ഉത്ഭവം, വ്യാപനം, പരിശീലനം എന്നിവകൊണ്ട്കേരളത്തിലെ സാംസ്കാരിക കേന്ദ്രങ്ങൾ, ആരാധനാലയങ്ങൾ, സാംസ്കാരിക നായകർ, അവരുടെ സംഭാവനകൾഗയിംസ് ഇനങ്ങൾ - മത്സരങ്ങൾജ്ഞാനപീഠം നേടിയ മലയാളികൾ - അനുബന്ധ വസ്തുതകൾതാരങ്ങൾ, നേട്ടങ്ങൾദേശീയ ഗയിംസ്പാര ഒളിമ്പിക്സ്പ്രധാന അവാർഡുകൾപ്രധാന കായിക ഇനങ്ങൾ - പങ്കെടുക്കുന്ന കളിക്കാരുടെ എണ്ണം.പ്രധാന ട്രോഫികൾ - ബന്ധപ്പെട്ട മത്സരങ്ങൾ/ കായിക ഇനങ്ങൾ.പ്രധാന വേദികൾ/ രാജ്യങ്ങൾപ്രധാനപ്പെട്ട അവാർഡുകൾ / ബഹുമതികൾപ്രശസ്തമായ വരികൾ - കൃതികൾ - എഴുത്തുകാർപ്രശസ്തമായ വിജയങ്ങൾ / കായിക താരങ്ങൾപ്രശസ്തമായ സ്ഥലങ്ങൾപ്രശസ്തമായ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങൾപ്രശസ്തരായ എഴുത്തുകാർപ്രശസ്തരായ കലാകാരൻമാർപ്രശസ്തരായ വ്യക്തികൾമലയാള പത്രപ്രവർത്തനത്തിന്റെ ആരംഭം, തുടക്കം കുറിച്ചവർ, ആനുകാലികങ്ങൾമലയാള സിനിമയുടെ ഉത്ഭവം, വളർച്ച, നാഴികക്കല്ലുകൾ, പ്രധാന സംഭാവനനല്കിയവർ, മലയാള സിനിമയും ദേശീയ അവാർഡും.മലയാളത്തിലെ പ്രധാന സാഹിത്യ പ്രസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾ - ആദ്യകൃതികൾ, കർത്താക്കൾരാജ്യങ്ങൾവിന്റർ ഒളിമ്പിക്സ്വേദികൾസംസ്ക്കാരംസാഹിത്യംകേരളം - ഭരണവും ഭരണസംവിധാനങ്ങളുംകേരളം സംസ്ഥാന സിവിൽ സർവ്വീസ്തണ്ണീർത്തട സംരക്ഷണംതൊഴിലും ജോലിയുംദുരന്ത നിവാരണ അതോറിറ്റിദേശീയ ഗ്രാമീണ തൊഴിൽ പദ്ധതികൾഭരണഘടനാ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങൾഭൂപരിഷ്കരണങ്ങൾവിവിധ കമ്മീഷനുകൾസാമൂഹിക സാമ്പത്തിക വാണിജ്യ ആസൂത്രണ അടിസ്ഥാന വിവരങ്ങൾസാമൂഹ്യ സുരക്ഷിതത്വംസാമൂഹ്യക്ഷേമംസ്ത്രീകൾ, കുട്ടികൾ, മുതിർന്ന പൗരൻമാർ എന്നിവരുടെ സംരക്ഷണംചരിത്രം1956-നു ശേഷമുള്ള കേരളത്തിന്റെ സാമൂഹ്യരാഷ്ട്രീയ ചരിത്രംഅമേരിക്കൻ സ്വാതന്ത്ര്യ സമരംഇന്ത്യ : രാഷ്ട്രീയ ചരിത്രംഇന്ത്യൻ നാഷണൽ കോൺഗ്രസിന്റെ രൂപീകരണംഇന്ത്യയുടെ സ്വാതന്ത്ര്യാനന്തര കാലഘട്ടംഐക്യകേരള പ്രസ്ഥാനംഐക്യരാഷ്ട്രസംഘടന, മറ്റ് അന്താരാഷ്ട്ര സംഘടനകൾഒന്നാം സ്വാതന്ത്ര്യസമരംകേരളംകേരള ചരിത്രത്തിന്റെ സാഹിത്യ സ്രോതസ്സുകൾകേരളത്തിലെ ദേശീയ പ്രസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾചൈനീസ് വിപ്ലവംഫ്രഞ്ച് വിപ്ലവംബ്രിട്ടീഷ് ആധിപത്യംമാർത്താണ്ഡവർമ്മ മുതൽ ശ്രീചിത്തിരതിരുനാൾ വരെ തിരുവിതാംകൂറിന്റെ ചരിത്രംയൂറോപ്യൻമാരുടെ വരവ്യൂറോപ്യൻമാരുടെ സംഭാവനരണ്ടാം ലോക മഹായുദ്ധാനന്തര രാഷ്ട്രീയ ചരിത്രംലോകം : ഇംഗ്ലണ്ടിലെ മഹത്തായ വിപ്ലവം (Great Revolution)വിദേശ നയംശാസ്ത്ര വിദ്യാഭ്യാസ സാങ്കേതിക മേഖലയിലെ പുരോഗതിസംസ്ഥാനങ്ങളുടെ പുനഃസംഘടനസാമൂഹ്യ, മത, നവോത്ഥാന പ്രസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾസാമൂഹ്യപരിഷ്കരണ പ്രസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾസാഹിത്യവും കലയുംസ്വദേശി പ്രസ്ഥാനംസ്വാതന്ത്ര്യ സമരവും മഹാത്മാഗാന്ധിയുംസ്വാതന്ത്ര്യസമരചരിത്രകാലത്തെ വർത്തമാനപത്രങ്ങൾറഷ്യൻ വിപ്ലവംജീവശാസ്ത്രവും പൊതുജന ആരോഗ്യവുംഅടിസ്ഥാന ആരോഗ്യ വിജ്ഞാനംകേരളത്തിലെ ആരോഗ്യക്ഷേമ പ്രവർത്തനങ്ങൾജീവകങ്ങളും ധാതുക്കളും അവയുടെ അപര്യാപ്തതാ രോഗങ്ങളുംജീവിതശൈലീരോഗങ്ങൾപരിസ്ഥിതിയും പരിസ്ഥിതി പ്രശ്നങ്ങളുംമനുഷ്യ ശരീരത്തെക്കുറിച്ചുള്ള പൊതു അറിവ്സാംക്രമിക രോഗങ്ങളും രോഗകാരികളുംധനതത്വശാസ്ത്രംഇന്ത്യ: സാമ്പത്തിക രംഗംകാർഷിക വിളകൾധനകാര്യ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങൾധാതുക്കൾനവസാമ്പത്തിക പരിഷ്ക്കാരങ്ങൾനീതി ആയോഗ്പഞ്ചവത്സര പദ്ധതികൾപ്ലാനിംഗ് കമ്മീഷൾഹരിത വിപ്ലവംഭൂമിശാസ്ത്രംഅടയാളങ്ങൾഅന്തരീക്ഷംഅന്തരീക്ഷ മർദ്ദവും കാറ്റുംആഗോളതാപനംആഗോളപ്രശ്നങ്ങൾഇന്ത്യ : ഭൂപ്രകൃതിഉത്തരപർവ്വത മേഖലഉത്തരമഹാസമതലംഉപദ്വീപീയ പീഠഭൂമിഊർജ്ജ സ്രോതസ്സുകൾഊർജ്ജസ്രോതസ്സുകൾകാലാവസ്ഥകൃഷികൃഷിയും ഗവേഷണ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങളുംകേരളം : ഭൂപ്രകൃതി - ജില്ലകൾ, സവിശേഷതകൾടോപ്പോഗ്രഫിക് മാപ്പുകൾതാപനിലയും ഋതുക്കളുംതീരദേശംധാതുക്കളും വ്യവസായവുംനദികൾപാറകൾഭൂഖണ്ഡങ്ങൾഭൂമിയുടെ ഘടനഭൂമിശാസ്ത്രത്തിന്റെ അടിസ്ഥാന തത്വങ്ങൾഭൂമിശാസ്ത്രപരമായ വിവരസംവിധാനംഭൗമോപരിതലംമഹാസമുദ്രങ്ങൾമാപ്പുകൾലോകരാഷ്ട്രങ്ങളും അവയുടെ സവിശേഷതകളുംവന്യജീവിവിദൂരസംവേദനംവിവിധതരം മലിനീകരണങ്ങൾസമുദ്രചലനങ്ങൾസംസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾ അവയുടെ സവിശേഷതകൾസ്വാഭാവിക സസ്യപ്രകൃതിറോഡ് - ജല -റെയിൽ -വ്യോമ ഗതാഗത സംവിധാനങ്ങൾറോഡ് ജല -റെയിൽ -വ്യോമ ഗതാഗത സംവിധാനങ്ങൾഭൗതിക ശാസ്ത്രം'g' യുടെ മൂല്യംISRO യുടെ ബഹിരാകാശ നേട്ടങ്ങൾ.r=2f എന്ന സമവാക്യം ഉപയോഗപ്പെടുത്തിയുള്ള ഗണിതപ്രശ്നങ്ങൾഅഡ്ഹിഷൻ കൊഹീഷൻ ബലങ്ങൾഅനുരണനംഅഭികേന്ദ്ര ബലം, അപകേന്ദ്രബലംആക്കംആപേക്ഷിക ആർദ്രത.ആപേക്ഷിക സാന്ദ്രതആർക്കമിഡീസ് തത്വംആർദ്രതആവർത്തന പ്രതിപതനം.ഇലക്ട്രോമാഗ്നറ്റിക് സ്പെക്ട്രം- IR Rays - UV Rays - X-Rays- ഫോട്ടോ ഇലക്ട്രിക് ഇഫക്റ്റ് .ഉത്തോലകങ്ങൾഉപഗ്രഹങ്ങൾഊർജ്ജംകേശിക ഉയർച്ചഗണിത പ്രശ്നങ്ങൾഗുരുത്വാകർഷണംഘർഷണംഘർഷണത്തിന്റെ ഉപയോഗങ്ങളും ദോഷങ്ങളുംചലനംതാപംതാപനിലദ്രാവക മർദ്ദംന്യൂട്ടന്റെ ചലന നിയമങ്ങൾപവർപാലായന പ്രവേഗംപാസ്ക്കൽ നിയമംപിണ്ഡവും ഭാരവുംപ്രകാശംപ്രകാശത്തിന്റെ വിവിധ പ്രതിഭാസങ്ങൾപ്രതല ബലം.പ്രവർത്തിപ്രൊജക്ടുൽ മോഷൻപ്ലവക്ഷമ ബലംബലംഭൂമിയുടെ വിവിധസ്ഥലങ്ങളിൽ 'g'യുടെ മൂല്യം.ഭൗതീക ശാസ്ത്രത്തിന്റെ ശാഖകൾ, ദ്രവ്യം - യൂണിറ്റ്, അളവുകളും തോതും.മഴവില്ല്മൂന്നാം ചലന നിയമംമൂന്നാം ചലന നിയമം ഉപയോഗപ്പെടുത്തുന്ന സന്ദർഭങ്ങൾലെൻസ്, ദർപ്പണംവസ്തുക്കളുടെ വിവിധ വർണ്ണങ്ങൾവിവിധ തരം തരംഗങ്ങൾവിവിധ തരം ബലങ്ങൾവിവിധതരം ഉത്തോലകങ്ങൾ.വിവിധതരം തെർമോമീറ്ററുകൾവിസ്കസ് ബലംവ്യത്യസ്ത മാധ്യമങ്ങളിൽ പ്രകാശത്തിന്റെ പ്രവേഗംശബ്ദംസാന്ദ്രതരസതന്ത്രംpH മൂല്യംഅക്വാറീജിയ.അലോഹങ്ങൾആൽക്കലോയിഡുകൾ.ആവർത്തനപട്ടികആസിഡും ആൽക്കലിയുംആറ്റംതൻമാത്രദ്രവ്യത്തിന്റെ വിവിധ അവസ്ഥകൾമൂലകങ്ങൾരാസ ഭൗതിക മാറ്റങ്ങൾരാസപ്രവർത്തനങ്ങൾരൂപാന്തരത്വംലായനികൾ, മിശ്രിതങ്ങൾ, സംയുക്തങ്ങൾ.ലോഹങ്ങളും അലോഹങ്ങളുംലോഹങ്ങൾലോഹസങ്കരങ്ങൾവാതക നിയമങ്ങൾ
പ്രാദേശിക ഭാഷകൾ
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കന്നഡAntonymsCorrect SentenceEquivalent WordFeminine Gender, Masculine GenderIdioms and ProverbsJoin the WordNumberOne Word / Single Word / One Word SubstitutionSort and WriteSynonymsTranslationWord Purity / Correct Wordതമിഴ്Adding PhrasesAntonyms / OppositeCorrect Structure of SentenceCorrect WordEqual WordGender Classification – Feminine, MasculineJoin the WordPhrases and ProverbsSeparateSingle WordSingular, PluralSynonymsTranslationമലയാളംഒറ്റപദംഘടക പദം (വാക്യം ചേർത്തെഴുതുക)ചേർത്തപദശുദ്ധിപരിഭാഷപര്യായംപിരിച്ചെഴുതൽവചനംവാക്യശുദ്ധിവിപരീത പദംശൈലികൾ പഴഞ്ചൊല്ലുകൾസമാനപദംസ്ത്രീലിംഗം പുല്ലിംഗം
ലഘുഗണിതവും, മാനസിക ശേഷിയും നിരീക്ഷണപാടവ പരിശോധനയും
Sec 5
മാനസിക ശേഷിയും നിരീക്ഷണപാടവ പരിശോധനയുംഒറ്റയാനെ കണ്ടെത്തുക (Odd man out)കലണ്ടറും തീയതിയും (Date and Calendar)കുടുംബ ബന്ധങ്ങൾ (Family Relations)കോഡിംഗും ഡീകോഡിംഗും (Coding and De Coding)ക്ല റിക്ക ൽ ശേഷി പരിശോ ധിക്കുന്ന തിനു ള്ള ചോദ്യങ്ങൾ (Clerical Ability)ക്ലോക്കിലെ സമയവും കോണളവും (Time and Angles)ക്ലോക്കിലെ സമയവും പ്രതിബിംബവും (Time in a clock and its reflection)ഗണിത ചിഹ്നങ്ങൾ ഉപയോഗിച്ചുള്ള പ്രശ്നങ്ങൾ (Problems on Mathematics Signs)ദിശാവബോധം ( Sense of Direction)ശ്രേണികൾ സംഖ്യാ ശ്രേണികൾ, അക്ഷര ശ്രേണികൾ (Series)സംഖ്യാവലോകന പ്രശ്നങ്ങൾസാദൃശ്യ പരീക്ഷ (Analogy- Word Analogy, Alphabet Analogy, Number Analogy)സ്ഥാന നിർണ്ണയ പരിശോധനലഘു ഗണിതംഅംശബന്ധവും അനുപാതവും (Ratio and Proportion)കൃത്യങ്കങ്ങൾ (Laws of Exponents)ജ്യാമിതീയ രൂപങ്ങളുടെ ചുറ്റളവ്, വിസ്തീർണ്ണം, വ്യാപ്തം തുടങ്ങിയവ (Mensuration)ഭിന്നസംഖ്യകളും ദശാംശ സംഖ്യകളും (Fraction and Decimal Numbers)ലാഭവും നഷ്ടവും (Profit and Loss)ശതമാനം (Percentage)ശരാശരി (Average)ശ്രേണികൾ (Progressions)സംഖ്യകളും അടിസ്ഥാന ക്രിയകളും (Numbers and Basic Operations)സമയവും ദൂരവും (Time and Distance)സമയവും പ്രവൃത്തിയും (Time and Work)സാധാരണ പലിശയും കൂട്ടുപലിശയും (Simple and Compound Interest)
Technical
100 Marks
FIRE AND RESCUE OFFICER (DRIVER) (TRAINEE)
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) invites applications for the post of Fire & Rescue Officer (Driver) – Trainee in the Fire and Rescue Services Department. This recruitment involves a written test and physical efficiency test to assess candidates' intellectual and physical preparedness for the role.
120m
4s
#kerala-psc#fire-and-rescue#driver#trainee#technical
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ഡ്രൈവിങ് ലൈസൻസ് അടിസ്ഥാനമാക്കിയ ചോദ്യങ്ങൾ
Sec 1
CMV Rule1989 Rule 31A - Driving theory – Foot, Hand and other controls, Pre-driving checks, Beginning to drive, Driving on the road, Driving Inter Sections, Reversing and parking.Drivers responsibility on RoadsIntroduction to dial gauges and controls, Development of Judgment and anticipation, Cross country and Hill driving.Priority of Certain VehiclesQualities of a good driver, Holding Steering Wheels, MSM and PSL, types of Stopping Emergency, Normal, Use of Engine brake and Exhaust brake. Etc.safety devices in motor Cycles, safety belt, Collapsible steering, safety belt, special requirement of Transport Vehicles in that are driven on hills, Safety requirement of all Vehicles, Exemptions of Armoured Vehicles (Rule 123-125L)speedometer, speed governors, horns, silencers, painting of motor Vehicles.(Rule 117-122)Transportation of goods and dangerous or hazardous nature to human life, spark arr-ester, manner of display of class labels, Emergency information panel, instruction to the driver, Driver report to the police station (Rule129-136).Regulations 11 to 26Regulations 27 to 40Regulations 3 to 10Meaning of Public service vehiclesTypes of Public service vehicles, types and validity of permit such as Contract Carriage, Goods, Hazardous goods, Stage Carriage, Temporary permit, Special Permit etc.Validity of fitness certificate of vehicles with respect to age, Seating CapacityQuestions from Central Motor Vehicle Rules 1989 to check the knowledge on Rules 3, 4, 5, 9, 15(3), 16, 17A, 18, 21, 22, 26 and 32.Questions from Kerala Motor Vehicle Rules 1989 to check the knowledge of Kerala Motor Vehicles Rules 4,6,19,20,28,38,40,41,44,45 and 46.Questions from Motor Vehicle Act 1988 to check the knowledge on Sections 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 14, 15, 18, 20,21 and 23.Testing of knowledge on MV Act 1988, CMVR 1989, KMVR 1989 Definitions such as Articulated vehicles, Certificate of Registration, Golden Hour, Public place, Transport Vehicles, Gross vehicle weight, Heavy goods and passenger Motor Vehicles etc.Testing the knowledge on understanding and Distinguishing of definitions of CMVR 1989 category-M,N&T types of vehicles described in CMVR rule 3 and 2 (c), (i), (w)CMVR 1989, Rule 168 Examination of Good Samaritan and Rule 169 Examination of Good SamaritanMV Act 1988 Section 206 & 207 Power of police and other officers to impound documents and vehicles. CMVR 1989, Rule 138, 138A, 138B, 139, 139A & 167- Signals and additional safety measures, FAST TAG, Carriage of goods in Motor Vehicles, Production of License and Certificate of Registration, Production of documents in electronic forms. E-challan, procedure and payment of E-challan.MV Act 1988 Section 112 Limits of speed in various roads as per latest Government order (S.R.O. No. 707/2023, G.O.(P)No.15/2023/Tran. Dated 23/06/2023.MV Act 1988, Section 130-134 -duty to produce licenses, Precautions to be taken, stop, give information, duty while accident.MV Act Section 113, 114 & 115 - Limits of weight and limitation of Use, powers and power to have the vehicle weighed.MV Act Section 177 to 201 – General offenses penalty – Penalty for violation of MV regulations 2017, Minimum fine by court, Disobedience, Driving of vehicle by unauthorized person, Excessive speed, dangerous driving, Red light Jumping, Drunken driving, Abatement of offenses, Using vehicle in Unsafe, without registration, permit, insurance, carriage of excess load and passengers, Use of seat belts, failure to allow free passage of Emergency vehicles, use of horns and silence zones, offenses by juveniles penalty for causing obstruction to free flow of traffic.
Special Topics
Sec 2
Basic Concepts:- Combustion, Temperature and Heat, Fire TriangleChemistry of Heat and combustion:- Heat capacity, Specific heat capacity, Latent heat of fusion, Latent heat of vaporisation, Sublimation, Melting point, Boiling point, Flash point, Fire point, Ignition temperature, Method of heat transfer (Conduction, Radiation, MSDS-LPG, Ammonia, Chlorine.Fire Extinguishers :- Types of Fire Extinguishers, PASSMethod of Fire extinction:- Starvation, smothering/Blanketing, Cooling, Fire Extinguishing agents, Suitability of Extinguishing Medias.Bleeding and its first aid measuresBurns, Scalds, Frost Bite and its first aid measuresChoking and its first aid measuresCuts and Wounds, Amputation and its first aid measuresFirst Aid- Concept -Important Organisations and PersonsFractures, Types of fractures and its first aid measuresHuman body, Respiration, Breathing Pulse, Circulation & Skeletal systemCAB/ABC rule, Mouth to Mouth Resuscitation, CPR - Concept and Procedure, AEDSnake bite and its first aid measures
പൊതുവിജ്ഞാനം
Sec 3
ഇന്ത്യൻ ഭരണഘടനകലകായികംസംസ്ക്കാരംസാഹിത്യംകേരളം - ഭരണവും ഭരണസംവിധാനങ്ങളുംഇന്ത്യകേരളംലോകംഅടിസ്ഥാന ആരോഗ്യ വിജ്ഞാനംകേരളത്തിലെ ആരോഗ്യക്ഷേമ പ്രവർത്തനങ്ങൾജീവകങ്ങളും ധാതുക്കളും അവയുടെ അപര്യാപ്തതാ രോഗങ്ങളുംജീവിതശൈലീരോഗങ്ങൾപരിസ്ഥിതിയും പരിസ്ഥിതി പ്രശ്നങ്ങളുംമനുഷ്യ ശരീരത്തെക്കുറിച്ചുള്ള പൊതു അറിവ്സംക്രമിക രോഗങ്ങളും രോഗകാരികളുംഇന്ത്യഇന്ത്യകേരളംഭൂമിശാസ്ത്രത്തിന്റെ അടിസ്ഥാന തത്വങ്ങൾഗുരുത്വാകർഷണംചലനംതാപംപ്രകാശംപ്രവർത്തി - ഊർജ്ജം - പവർബലംഭൗതീക ശാസ്ത്രത്തിന്റെ ശാഖകൾ, ദ്രവ്യം - യൂണിറ്റ്, അളവുകളും തോതുംശബ്ദംആറ്റം തൻമാത്രമൂലകങ്ങൾലോഹങ്ങൾ
ലഘുഗണിതവും, മാനസിക ശേഷിയും നിരീക്ഷണപാടവ പരിശോധനയും
Sec 4
Word Analogy, Alphabet Analogy, Number Analogyഒറ്റയാനെ കണ്ടെത്തുകകലണ്ടറും തീയതിയുംകുടുംബ ബന്ധങ്ങൾകോഡിംഗും ഡീകോഡിംഗുംക്ല റിക്ക ൽ ശേഷി പരിശോധിക്കുന്ന തിനുള്ള ചോദ്യങ്ങൾക്ലോക്കിലെ സമയവും കോണളവുംക്ലോക്കിലെ സമയവും പ്രതിബിംബവുംഗണിത ചിഹ്നങ്ങൾ ഉപയോഗിച്ചുള്ള പ്രശ്നങ്ങൾദിശാവബോധംസംഖ്യാ ശ്രേണികൾ, അക്ഷര ശ്രേണികൾസംഖ്യാവലോകന പ്രശ്നങ്ങൾസ്ഥാന നിർണ്ണയ പരിശോധനഅംശബന്ധവും അനുപാതവുംകൃത്യങ്കങ്ങൾജ്യാമിതീയ രൂപങ്ങളുടെ ചുറ്റളവ്, വിസ്തീർണ്ണം, വ്യാപ്തം തുടങ്ങിയവഭിന്നസംഖ്യകളും ദശാംശ സംഖ്യകളുംലാഭവും നഷ്ടവുംശതമാനംശരാശരിശ്രേണികൾസംഖ്യകളും അടിസ്ഥാന ക്രിയകളുംസമയവും ദൂരവുംസമയവും പ്രവൃത്തിയുംസാധാരണ പലിശയും കൂട്ടുപലിശയും
Technical
100 Marks
Beat Forest Officer
The Beat Forest Officer is a frontline officer in the Forest Department, responsible for protecting forest areas, preventing illegal activities, assisting in conservation efforts, and patrolling assigned forest beats. This role is crucial for protecting Kerala's forests and ensuring ecological balance.
90m
5s
#kerala-psc#forestry#forest-department#wildlife-conservation#environmental-science
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General English
Sec 1
Active and Passive voiceAgreement of Subject and Verb.Articles - Definite and Indefinite Articles.Correction of SentencesDirect and Indirect SpeechInfinitive and GerundsParts of Speech.PrepositionsQuestion TagTensesTenses in Conditional SentencesThe Use of CorrelativesTypes of Sentences and Interchange of Sentences.Uses of Primary and Modal Auxiliary VerbsAntonymsCompound wordsForeign Words and PhrasesIdioms and their MeaningsOne Word SubstitutesPhrasal VerbsSingular & Plural, Change of Gender, Collective NounsSpelling TestSynonymsWord formation from other words and use of prefix or suffixWords often confused
Special Topics (തസ്തികയുടെ ജോലി സ്വഭാവവുമായി ബന്ധപ്പെട്ട വിഷയങ്ങൾ) (Topics related to the nature of the post)
Sec 2
Forest Conservation Act 1980-Objectives.Important conservation projects – Tiger, Elephant, Gir Lion, Snowleopard, Great Indian Bustard, Crocodile breeding etc.Indian Forest Act 1927- Reserved forest, Protected forest and village forest.Wildlife Protection Act 1972- Protected areas and Schedules.Climate change mitigation and forests.definitions, role, benefits - direct and indirect.Forest biodiversity – Western Ghats – natural history and significance.Forest types of India and Kerala.Important events/dates related to forests and environment - themes and philosophy.National and international organizations in forestry.State of the forests - global, Indian and Kerala scenario.IUCN redlist categories and criteria.MAB and concept of Biosphere Reserves.Protected areas in India and in Kerala - National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries, Community Reserves and Conservation Reserves.Threatened and Endemic species of Western Ghats.Definition and values of wildlife.Threats to wildlife.Wildlife conservation – insitu and exsitu measures.Wildlife trade, CITES and TRAFFIC.Penalty and Compensation for damage to computer, computer system, etc.Compensation for failure to protect data.Tampering with computer source documents.Computer related offencesPunishment for dishonestly receiving stolen computer resource or communication device.Punishment for identity theft.Punishment for cheating by personation by using computer resources.Punishment for violation of privacy.Punishment for cyber terrorism.Punishment for publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form.Punishment for publishing or transmitting material containing sexually explicit act, etc in electronic formPunishment for publishing or transmitting material depicting children in sexually explicit act, etc in electronic formPenalty for breach of confidentiality and privacy.Offences with 3 years imprisonment to be bailable.
പൊതുവിജ്ഞാനം (General Knowledge)
Sec 3
ഗവൺമെന്റിന്റെ ഘടകങ്ങൾപഞ്ചായത്തീരാജ്പ്രധാനപ്പെട്ട ഭരണ ഘടനാ ഭേദഗതികൾ (42, 44, 52, 73, 74, 86, 91)ഭരണഘടന നിർമ്മാണ സമിതി, ആമുഖം, പൗരത്വംഭരണഘടനാ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങളും അവയുടെ ചുമതലകളുംമൗലികാവകാശങ്ങൾ, നിർദ്ദേശക തത്വങ്ങൾ, മൗലിക കടമകൾയൂണിയൻ ലിസ്റ്റ്, സ്റ്റേറ്റ് ലിസ്റ്റ്, കൺകറന്റ് ലിസ്റ്റ്കേരളത്തിലെ പ്രധാന ദൃശ്യ-ശ്രാവ്യകലകൾ - ഇവയുടെ ഉത്ഭവം, വ്യാപനം, പരിശീലനംപ്രശസ്തമായ സ്ഥലങ്ങൾപ്രശസ്തമായ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങൾപ്രശസ്തരായ എഴുത്തുകാർപ്രശസ്തരായ കലാകാരൻമാർപ്രശസ്തരായ വ്യക്തികൾഅവരുടെ കായിക ഇനങ്ങൾ, അവരുടെ നേട്ടങ്ങൾ, അവർക്ക് ലഭിച്ചിട്ടുള്ള ബഹുമതികൾഏഷ്യൻ ഗയിംസ്, ആഫ്രോ ഏഷ്യൻ ഗയിംസ്, കോമൺവെൽത്ത് ഗയിംസ്, സാഫ് ഗയിംസ് - ഇതര വസ്തുതകൾഏഷ്യൻ ഗയിംസ്, ആഫ്രോ ഏഷ്യൻ ഗയിംസ്, കോമൺവെൽത്ത് ഗയിംസ്, സാഫ് ഗയിംസ് - ഇന്ത്യയുടെ ശ്രദ്ധേയമായ പ്രകടനംഏഷ്യൻ ഗയിംസ്, ആഫ്രോ ഏഷ്യൻ ഗയിംസ്, കോമൺവെൽത്ത് ഗയിംസ്, സാഫ് ഗയിംസ് - രാജ്യങ്ങൾഏഷ്യൻ ഗയിംസ്, ആഫ്രോ ഏഷ്യൻ ഗയിംസ്, കോമൺവെൽത്ത് ഗയിംസ്, സാഫ് ഗയിംസ് - വേദികൾഒളിമ്പിക്സ് - അടിസ്ഥാന വിവരങ്ങൾഒളിമ്പിക്സ് - ഒളിമ്പിക്സിൽ ഇന്ത്യയുടെ ശ്രദ്ധേയമായ പ്രകടനങ്ങൾഒളിമ്പിക്സ് - പാര ഒളിമ്പിക്സ്ഒളിമ്പിക്സ് - പ്രധാന വേദികൾ/ രാജ്യങ്ങൾഒളിമ്പിക്സ് - പ്രശസ്തമായ വിജയങ്ങൾ / കായിക താരങ്ങൾഒളിമ്പിക്സ് - വിന്റർ ഒളിമ്പിക്സ്ഓരോ അവാർഡും ഏതുമേഖലയിലെ പ്രകടനത്തിനാണ് നല്കുന്നത് എന്ന അറിവ്ഓരോ രാജ്യത്തിന്റേയും ദേശീയ കായിക ഇനങ്ങൾ / വിനോദങ്ങൾകളികളുമായി ബന്ധപ്പെട്ട പ്രധാന പദങ്ങൾകായികരംഗത്ത് വ്യക്തിമുദ്രപതിപ്പിച്ച കേരളത്തിലേയും ഇന്ത്യയിലേയും ലോകത്തിലേയും പ്രധാന കായികതാരങ്ങൾഗയിംസ് ഇനങ്ങൾ - മത്സരങ്ങൾ, താരങ്ങൾ, നേട്ടങ്ങൾദേശീയ ഗയിംസ്പ്രധാന അവാർഡുകൾ - അവാർഡ് ജേതാക്കൾപ്രധാന കായിക ഇനങ്ങൾ - പങ്കെടുക്കുന്ന കളിക്കാരുടെ എണ്ണംപ്രധാന ട്രോഫികൾ - ബന്ധപ്പെട്ട മത്സരങ്ങൾ/ കായിക ഇനങ്ങൾകേരളത്തിലെ പ്രധാന ആഘോഷങ്ങൾ, ആഘോഷങ്ങളുമായി ബന്ധപ്പെട്ട സ്ഥലങ്ങൾ പ്രശസ്തമായ ഉത്സവങ്ങൾകേരളത്തിലെ സാംസ്കാരിക കേന്ദ്രങ്ങൾ, ആരാധനാലയങ്ങൾ, സാംസ്കാരിക നായകർ, അവരുടെ സംഭാവനകൾഎഴുത്തുകാർ - തൂലികാനാമങ്ങൾ, അപരനാമങ്ങൾഓരോ പ്രസ്ഥാനത്തിലേയും പ്രധാനകൃതികൾ അവയുടെ കർത്താക്കൾകഥാപാത്രങ്ങൾ - കൃതികൾജ്ഞാനപീഠം നേടിയ മലയാളികൾ - അനുബന്ധ വസ്തുതകൾപ്രധാനപ്പെട്ട അവാർഡുകൾ / ബഹുമതികൾ - അവാർഡിനർഹരായ എഴുത്തുകാർ, കൃതികൾപ്രശസ്തമായ വരികൾ - കൃതികൾ, എഴുത്തുകാർമലയാള പത്രപ്രവർത്തനത്തിന്റെ ആരംഭം, തുടക്കം കുറിച്ചവർ, ആനുകാലികങ്ങൾമലയാള സിനിമയുടെ ഉത്ഭവം, വളർച്ച, നാഴികക്കല്ലുകൾ, പ്രധാന സംഭാവനനല്കിയവർ, മലയാള സിനിമയും ദേശീയ അവാർഡുംമലയാളത്തിലെ പ്രധാന സാഹിത്യ പ്രസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾ - ആദ്യകൃതികൾ, കർത്താക്കൾതണ്ണീർത്തട സംരക്ഷണംതൊഴിലും ജോലിയുംദുരന്ത നിവാരണ അതോറിറ്റിദേശീയ ഗ്രാമീണ തൊഴിൽ പദ്ധതികൾഭരണഘടനാ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങൾഭൂപരിഷ്കരണങ്ങൾവിവിധ കമ്മീഷനുകൾസംസ്ഥാന സിവിൽ സർവ്വീസ്സാമൂഹിക സാമ്പത്തിക വാണിജ്യ ആസൂത്രണ അടിസ്ഥാന വിവരങ്ങൾസാമൂഹ്യക്ഷേമം, സാമൂഹ്യ സുരക്ഷിതത്വംസ്ത്രീകൾ, കുട്ടികൾ, മുതിർന്ന പൗരൻമാർ എന്നിവരുടെ സംരക്ഷണംഇന്ത്യൻ നാഷണൽ കോൺഗ്രസിന്റെ രൂപീകരണംഇന്ത്യയുടെ സ്വാതന്ത്ര്യാനന്തര കാലഘട്ടംഒന്നാം സ്വാതന്ത്ര്യസമരംബ്രിട്ടീഷ് ആധിപത്യംരാഷ്ട്രീയ ചരിത്രംവർത്തമാനപത്രങ്ങൾവിദേശ നയംശാസ്ത്ര വിദ്യാഭ്യാസ സാങ്കേതിക മേഖലയിലെ പുരോഗതിസംസ്ഥാനങ്ങളുടെ പുനഃസംഘടനസാമൂഹ്യപരിഷ്കരണ പ്രസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾസ്വദേശി പ്രസ്ഥാനംസ്വാതന്ത്ര്യ സമരവും മഹാത്മാഗാന്ധിയുംസ്വാതന്ത്ര്യസമരചരിത്രകാലത്തെ സാഹിത്യവും കലയും1956-നു ശേഷമുള്ള കേരളത്തിന്റെ സാമൂഹ്യരാഷ്ട്രീയ ചരിത്രംഐക്യകേരള പ്രസ്ഥാനംകേരള ചരിത്രത്തിന്റെ സാഹിത്യ സ്രോതസ്സുകൾകേരളത്തിലെ ദേശീയ പ്രസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾമാർത്താണ്ഡവർമ്മ മുതൽ ശ്രീചിത്തിരതിരുനാൾ വരെ തിരുവിതാംകൂറിന്റെ ചരിത്രംയൂറോപ്യൻമാരുടെ വരവ് - യൂറോപ്യൻമാരുടെ സംഭാവനസാമൂഹ്യ, മത, നവോത്ഥാന പ്രസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾഅമേരിക്കൻ സ്വാതന്ത്ര്യ സമരംഇംഗ്ലണ്ടിലെ മഹത്തായ വിപ്ലവം (Great Revolution)ഐക്യരാഷ്ട്രസംഘടനചൈനീസ് വിപ്ലവംഫ്രഞ്ച് വിപ്ലവംമറ്റ് അന്താരാഷ്ട്ര സംഘടനകൾരണ്ടാം ലോക മഹായുദ്ധാനന്തര രാഷ്ട്രീയ ചരിത്രംറഷ്യൻ വിപ്ലവംഅടിസ്ഥാന ആരോഗ്യ വിജ്ഞാനംകേരളത്തിലെ ആരോഗ്യക്ഷേമ പ്രവർത്തനങ്ങൾജീവകങ്ങളും ധാതുക്കളും അവയുടെ അപര്യാപ്തതാ രോഗങ്ങളുംജീവിതശൈലീരോഗങ്ങൾപരിസ്ഥിതിയും പരിസ്ഥിതി പ്രശ്നങ്ങളുംമനുഷ്യ ശരീരത്തെക്കുറിച്ചുള്ള പൊതു അറിവ്സാംക്രമിക രോഗങ്ങളും രോഗകാരികളുംഇന്ത്യ: കാർഷിക വിളകൾ, ധാതുക്കൾ, ഹരിത വിപ്ലവംഇന്ത്യ: ധനകാര്യ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങൾഇന്ത്യ: നവസമ്പത്തിക പരിഷ്കാരങ്ങൾഇന്ത്യ: പഞ്ചവത്സര പദ്ധതികൾ, പ്ലാനിംഗ് കമ്മീഷൾ, നീതി ആയോഗ്ഇന്ത്യ: സാമ്പത്തിക രംഗംഉത്തരപർവ്വത മേഖല, നദികൾ, ഉത്തരമഹാസമതലം, ഉപദ്വീപീയ പീഠഭൂമി, തീരദേശംകാലാവസ്ഥ- സ്വാഭാവിക സസ്യപ്രകൃതികൃഷി, ധാതുക്കളും വ്യവസായവും, ഊർജ്ജസ്രോതസ്സുകൾഭൂപ്രകൃതി, സംസ്ഥാനങ്ങൾ അവയുടെ സവിശേഷതകൾറോഡ്, ജല, റെയിൽ, വ്യോമ ഗതാഗത സംവിധാനങ്ങൾകൃഷിയും ഗവേഷണ സ്ഥാപനങ്ങളുംധാതുക്കളും വ്യവസായവും, ഊർജ്ജ സ്രോതസ്സുകൾനദികൾ, കാലാവസ്ഥഭൂപ്രകൃതി - ജില്ലകൾ, സവിശേഷതകൾസ്വാഭാവിക സസ്യപ്രകൃതി, വന്യജീവിറോഡ്, ജല, റെയിൽ, വ്യോമ ഗതാഗത സംവിധാനങ്ങൾഅന്തരീക്ഷ മർദ്ദവും കാറ്റും, താപനിലയും ഋതുക്കളുംഅന്തരീക്ഷം, പാറകൾ, ഭൗമോപരിതലംആഗോളപ്രശ്നങ്ങൾ, ആഗോളതാപനംഭൂമിയുടെ ഘടനമഹാസമുദ്രങ്ങൾ, സമുദ്രചലനങ്ങൾ, ഭൂഖണ്ഡങ്ങൾമാപ്പുകൾ - ടോപ്പോഗ്രഫിക് മാപ്പുകൾ, അടയാളങ്ങൾലോകരാഷ്ട്രങ്ങളും അവയുടെ സവിശേഷതകളുംവിദൂരസംവേദനം - ഭൂമിശാസ്ത്രപരമായ വിവരസംവിധാനംവിവിധതരം മലിനീകരണങ്ങൾ'g' യുടെ മൂല്യം, ഭൂമിയുടെ വിവിധസ്ഥലങ്ങളിൽ 'g'യുടെ മൂല്യംഅഭികേന്ദ്ര ബലം, അപകേന്ദ്രബലം, ഉപഗ്രഹങ്ങൾപാലായന പ്രവേഗം, പിണ്ഡവും ഭാരവുംISRO യുടെ ബഹിരാകാശ നേട്ടങ്ങൾആക്കം, പ്രൊജക്ടുൽ മോഷൻന്യൂട്ടന്റെ ചലന നിയമങ്ങൾമൂന്നാം ചലന നിയമംമൂന്നാം ചലന നിയമം ഉപയോഗപ്പെടുത്തുന്ന സന്ദർഭങ്ങൾആർദ്രത, ആപേക്ഷിക ആർദ്രതതാപനില, വിവിധതരം തെർമോമീറ്ററുകൾr=2f എന്ന സമവാക്യം ഉപയോഗപ്പെടുത്തിയുള്ള ഗണിതപ്രശ്നങ്ങൾഇലക്ട്രോമാഗ്നറ്റിക് സ്പെക്ട്രം- IR Rays - UV Rays - X-Rays- ഫോട്ടോ ഇലക്ട്രിക് ഇഫക്റ്റ്പ്രകാശത്തിന്റെ വിവിധ പ്രതിഭാസങ്ങൾമഴവില്ല്ലെൻസ്, ദർപ്പണംവസ്തുക്കളുടെ വിവിധ വർണ്ണങ്ങൾഉത്തോലകങ്ങൾ, വിവിധതരം ഉത്തോലകങ്ങൾഊർജ്ജം, പവർ ഗണിത പ്രശ്നങ്ങൾഅഡ്ഹിഷൻ കൊഹീഷൻ ബലങ്ങൾ, കേശിക ഉയർച്ച, വിസ്കസ് ബലം, പ്രതല ബലംഘർഷണം, ഘർഷണത്തിന്റെ ഉപയോഗങ്ങളും ദോഷങ്ങളുംദ്രാവക മർദ്ദം, പ്ലവക്ഷമ ബലം, ആർക്കമിഡീസ് തത്വം, പാസ്ക്കൽ നിയമംവിവിധ തരം ബലങ്ങൾസാന്ദ്രത, ആപേക്ഷിക സാന്ദ്രതഭൗതീക ശാസ്ത്രത്തിന്റെ ശാഖകൾ, ദ്രവ്യം - യൂണിറ്റ്, അളവുകളും തോതുംഅനുരണനം, ആവർത്തന പ്രതിപതനംവിവിധ തരം തരംഗങ്ങൾവ്യത്യസ്ത മാധ്യമങ്ങളിൽ പ്രകാശത്തിന്റെ പ്രവേഗംതൻമാത്രദ്രവ്യത്തിന്റെ വിവിധ അവസ്ഥകൾ, രൂപാന്തരത്വംവാതക നിയമങ്ങൾ, അക്വാറീജിയആവർത്തനപ്പട്ടികരാസ ഭൗതിക മാറ്റങ്ങൾ, രാസപ്രവർത്തനങ്ങൾലായനികൾ, മിശ്രിതങ്ങൾ, സംയുക്തങ്ങൾലോഹങ്ങളും അലോഹങ്ങളുംഅലോഹങ്ങൾആൽക്കലോയിഡുകൾആസിഡും ആൽക്കലിയും, pH മൂല്യംലോഹസങ്കരങ്ങൾ
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AntonymsCorrect SentenceEquivalent WordFeminine Gender, Masculine GenderIdioms and ProverbsJoin the WordNumberOne Word / Single Word / One Word SubstitutionSort and WriteSynonymsTranslationWord Purity / Correct WordAdding PhrasesAntonyms / OppositeCorrect Structure of SentenceCorrect WordEqual WordGender Classification – Feminine, MasculineJoin the WordPhrases and ProverbsSeparateSingle WordSingular, PluralSynonymsTranslationഒറ്റപദംഘടക പദം (വാക്യം ചേർത്തെഴുതുക)ചേർത്തെഴുതുകപദശുദ്ധിപരിഭാഷപര്യായംപിരിച്ചെഴുതൽവചനംവാക്യശുദ്ധിവിപരീത പദംശൈലികൾ പഴഞ്ചൊല്ലുകൾസമാനപദംസ്ത്രീലിംഗം പുല്ലിംഗം
ലഘുഗണിതവും, മാനസിക ശേഷിയും നിരീക്ഷണപാടവ പരിശോധനയും (Simple Arithmetic, Mental Ability and Observation Skill Test)
Sec 5
Word Analogy, Alphabet Analogy, Number Analogyഒറ്റയാനെ കണ്ടെത്തുക (Odd man out)കലണ്ടറും തീയതിയും (Date and Calendar)കുടുംബ ബന്ധങ്ങൾ (Family Relations)കോഡിംഗും ഡീകോഡിംഗും (Coding and De Coding)ക്ല റിക്ക ൽ ശേഷി പരിശോ ധിക്കുന്ന തിനുള്ള ചോദ്യങ്ങൾ (Clerical Ability)ക്ലോക്കിലെ സമയവും കോണളവും (Time and Angles)ക്ലോക്കിലെ സമയവും പ്രതിബിംബവും (Time in a clock and its reflection)ഗണിത ചിഹ്നങ്ങൾ ഉപയോഗിച്ചുള്ള പ്രശ്നങ്ങൾ (Problems on Mathematics Signs)ദിശാവബോധം (Sense of Direction)സംഖ്യാ ശ്രേണികൾ, അക്ഷര ശ്രേണികൾ (Series)സംഖ്യാവലോകന പ്രശ്നങ്ങൾസ്ഥാന നിർണ്ണയ പരിശോധനഅംശബന്ധവും അനുപാതവും (Ratio and Proportion)കൃത്യങ്കങ്ങൾ (Laws of Exponents)ജ്യാമിതീയ രൂപങ്ങളുടെ ചുറ്റളവ്, വിസ്തീർണ്ണം, വ്യാപ്തം തുടങ്ങിയവ (Mensuration)പ്രോഗ്രേഷനുകൾ (Progressions)ഭിന്നസംഖ്യകളും ദശാംശ സംഖ്യകളും (Fraction and Decimal Numbers)ലാഭവും നഷ്ടവും (Profit and Loss)ശതമാനം (Percentage)ശരാശരി (Average)സംഖ്യകളും അടിസ്ഥാന ക്രിയകളും (Numbers and Basic Operations)സമയവും ദൂരവും (Time and Distance)സമയവും പ്രവൃത്തിയും (Time and Work)സാധാരണ പലിശയും കൂട്ടുപലിശയും (Simple and Compound Interest)
Technical
100 Marks
Agricultural Officer
The Kerala Public Service Commission recruits Agricultural Officers for the Agriculture Development and Farmers' Welfare Department. The exam is conducted online as an objective multiple-choice test and is based on educational qualifications.
90m
10s
#kerala-psc#agriculture#agricultural-officer#degree-level#crop-production
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SOIL SCIENCE & AGRICULTURAL CHEMISTRY
Sec 1
Adsorption of ions - ion exchange - CEC and AEC.Carbon cycle - C: N ratio.Concept of pH - soil acidity - saline, sodic and calcareous soils.Layer silicate clays - their genesis and sources of charges.Nanotechnology- definition, concepts and techniques, nano-particles, nano-pesticides, nano-fertilizers, nano-sensors.Organic certification – accreditation agencies, certification agencies, NSOP, NPOP.Organic farming and food security- Tools and practices of organic farming.Precision agriculture: Geo-informatics- GIS and remote sensing concepts application in agriculture-Global positioning system (GPS),components and its functions.Problem soils of Kerala - characteristics, problems and management/reclamation; Salt affected soils- Arid soils -Acid soils- submerged soils- Eroded soils-Acid sulphate soils-Degraded soils.Soil biology – biomass - soil organisms and their beneficial and harmful roles.Soil colloids - properties – nature - types and significance.Soil fertility evaluation - soil testing - rating of soil fertility (organic carbon, major, secondary and micronutrients).Soil organic matter - composition - decomposability - humus fractionation of organic matter.Soil physical properties - soil texture - soil consistency - soil crusting-bulk density and particle density of soils and porosity - their significance and manipulation- Soil compaction - Soil colour.Soil-Pedological and edaphological concepts.Soils of India - geological processes and formations – characterization of soils of Kerala.Weathering - soil formation - factors and processes - soil profile.
AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS
Sec 2
Agricultural economics- Basic concepts: Goods and services, desire, want, demand, utility, cost and price, wealth, tax, capital, income and welfare.Agricultural Marketing: Concepts and definitions of market, marketing, agricultural marketing, market structure, marketing mix and market segmentation, classification and characteristics of agricultural markets.Demand, supply and producer's surplus of agri-commodities: nature and determinants of demand and supply of farm products, producer's surplus.Theories- Utility theory; law of diminishing marginal utility, equi-marginal utility principle.
AGRONOMY
Sec 3
Agriculture -scope- Importance of agriculture and agricultural resources available in India.Agro ecology of Kerala - agro ecological zones and agro ecological units, monsoon in Kerala, cropping seasons of Kerala.Agronomy - scope, seeds and sowing, tillage and tilth, crop density and geometry.Biological nitrogen fixation - biofertilizers.Classification of crops – agronomic, botanical, ontogenic.Crop nutrition-essential nutrients – criteria of essentiality, classification, functions and deficiencies.Drought – classification, drought adaptation mechanisms in crops, drought management in major crops of Kerala.Economic importance - soil and climatic requirements - area and production – varieties – seed rate spacing – methods of sowing/planting -manurial schedule- cultural practices and yield of major field crops of Kerala, viz, rice, tuber crops (cassava, sweet potato, yams and aroids), sugarcane, pulses, groundnut, sesamum and fodder crops, viz., guinea and hybrid napier.Farming system components - Cropping system and pattern, multiple cropping system-Sustainable agriculture-problems and its impact on agriculture, indicators of sustainability, adaptation and mitigation, conservation agriculture strategies, HEIA, LEIA and LEISA, ecological principles of LEISA.Growth and development of crops, factors affecting growth and development, crop rotation and its principles, adaptation and distribution of crops.Herbicide calculations, calibration of sprayers and spraying specifications for herbicides.Homestead farming system.Integrated weed management in rice, banana, coconut.Irrigation efficiency- Water productivity and water use efficiency- Agricultural drainage-causes of water logging and types of drainage.Irrigation- Water management of principal crops of Kerala.Main empirical methods of calculation of ETo- Effective rainfall, Water requirement of crops- Scheduling irrigation– Methods of irrigation-.Surface, subsurface, overhead and micro irrigations.Manures and fertilizers - nutrient use efficiency – fertilizer calculations.Quality of irrigation water.Rainfed agriculture – dry farming, dryland farming, rainfed farming.Soil moisture constants-Evapo-transpiration, potential evapo-transpiration and consumptive use, Reference crop evapo-transpiration (ETo)- Crop co-efficient (Kc)- Kc values for different crops.Specialty fertilizers – 100 per cent water soluble, fortified, customised, slow release fertilizers, nitrification inhibitors.Water resources and irrigation development in India and Kerala.Watershed - types – characteristics and management.Weeds importance, classification, invasive weeds of Kerala, crop weed competition, allelopathy, concepts of weed management – principles and methods, herbicides classification, selectivity and resistance, allelopathy.
AGRICULTURAL ENTOMOLOGY
Sec 4
Basic concept of host plant resistance.Biocontrol of pests.Categories of pests of agriculture.Damage in major crops and management of nematodes, mites, rodents, birds, molluscs (snail).Distribution, bioecology, nature and symptoms of damage and management strategies of major insect pests of Field crops: rice, wheat, maize, sorghum, ragi, sugarcane, cotton and oil seeds – groundnut, sesamum, castor, sunflower and mustard, pulses.Economic classification of insects.Economically important insects - silkworms, lac insects, pollinators, predators, parasites, weed killers, soil builders, scavengers and insects used for scientific investigation.External Morphology, Anatomy and general Physiology, structure and function of digestive, circulatory, respiratory, excretory, reproductive, endocrine, exocrine, nervous systems and sense organs.Integrated Pest Management: Principles of IPM, concept of economic threshold and economic injury levels, tools of IPM.Microbial control.Newer trends in insect pest management – pheromones, Insect Growth Regulators, Chitin synthesis Inhibitors, biotechnological methods.Pesticides: Insecticide act and rules.Regulatory control- plant quarantine and phytosanitory certificate.Tuber crops, fruit crops, plantation crops, ornamentals, medicinal and aromatic plants and stored products pests.Types of metamorphosis.Vegetable crops: solanaceous, cruciferous, leafy vegetables, polyhouse vegetables.
OLERICULTURE
Sec 5
Basic principles in vegetable production- nursery, sowing and transplanting, care and management.Factors affecting vegetable production.Importance and scope of vegetable crops in India with special reference to Kerala.Packing and transport, marketing of vegetables.Plant protection special precautions in vegetables.Production and management of warm season and cool vegetables of Kerala.Seed production in cool season vegetables, post harvest handling- losses; causes and measures to reduce losses.Types of vegetable farming-Systems of vegetable cultivation- traditional and specialized systems.
PLANT PATHOLOGY
Sec 6
Categories of diseases-IDM.Development and validation of IDM module- IDM programmes in cereals, vegetables, pulses, tuber crops, spices and plantation crops and ornamentals.Diseases due to abiotic /biotic causes: Causes/ factors affecting disease development- disease triangle and tetrahedron.Epidemiology: Factors affecting disease development.Fungi-Bacteria-Viruses and mollicutes-Morphology, classification, reproduction, transmission, dispersal and survival.Importance of plant diseases.Important plant pathogenic organisms- Fungi, bacteria, fastidious vascular bacteria, virus, viroids, phytoplasma, spiroplasma, algae, protozoa, nematodes, phanerogamic parasites.Methods of control: Host plant resistance, cultural, mechanical, physical, legislative, biological and chemical control.Principles and methods of plant disease management- symptoms, etiology, disease cycle and management of diseases of rice, wheat, sugarcane, groundnut, pulses, vegetables, tubers, citrus, mango, banana, grapevine, pineapple, papaya, guava, sapota, cashew, apple, coconut, arecanut, cocoa, black pepper, ginger, cardamom, tree spices, oil palm, betelvine, coffee, tea, rubber and ornamentals.Survey, surveillance and forecasting of diseases.
HORTICULTURE
Sec 7
Commercial orchards, gardens and plantations – selection of site for crops - climate, soil, socio-economic factors.Gardening and landscaping-scope and methods.Horticulture - area, production, productivity of horticultural crops in India and Kerala – branches of horticulture – major fruit crops (Pomology) – importance, nutritional value, production technologies.Important seed and herbal classification, medicinal plants -different methods of classification, active principles, aromatic plants- Botany, varieties, production technology, active principles and uses, plantation crops of Kerala - commercially cultivated varieties, production technologies – improved propagation methods.Micro propagation of horticultural plants.Ornamental and flowering plants (Floriculture) - cultivation of commercial ornamental and flower crops.Plant growth regulators in horticulture.Plant propagation techniques - definition and basic concepts, type-structures - commercial propagation of horticultural crops.Post harvest management of major horticultural crops of Kerala.Techniques of training and pruning, problems of unfruitfulness - internal factors, external factors.
AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION
Sec 8
Community development-Rural Leadership: concept and definition, types of leaders in rural context; extension administration.Extension Education-Extension Programme planning- Meaning, Process, Principles and Steps in Programme Development.Extension systems in India: various extension/ agriculture development programmes launched by ICAR/ Govt. of India (IADP, IAAP, HYVP, KVK, IVLP, ORP, ND, NATP, NAIP, etc.).Extension teaching methods- Sociology and Rural sociology.Management in extension, participatory approaches, entrepreneurship in agriculture, communication and transfer of technology in agriculture.New trends in agricultural extension-Various rural development programmes launched by Govt. of India.
PLANT BREEDING AND GENETICS
Sec 9
Domestication, Acclimatization, Multiline concept.Genetic basis and methods of breeding cross pollinated crops, modes of selection; Heterosis and inbreeding depression, development of inbred lines and hybrids, composite and synthetic varieties.Germplasm - Methods of conservation and utilization in crop improvement.Hardy-Weinberg Law.Heredity, Mendelian principles of heredity, Cell division.Hybrid seed production technology in Maize, Rice, Sorghum, Pearl millet and Pigeonpea, etc.Ideotype concept and climate resilient crop varieties for future.Intellectual Property Rights – meaning, GATT, WTO, TRIPs, WIPO, patents, copyrights, trademark, industrial design, geographical indications, integrated circuits, trade secrets.Major breeding objectives for crop improvement and procedures including conventional and modern innovative approaches for development of hybrids and varieties for yield, adaptability, stability, abiotic and biotic stress tolerance and quality.Micropropagation -organogenesis and embryogenesis-different stages of micropropagation - commercial micropropagation, quality assurance of tissue culture plants.Mutation, classification, Methods of inducing mutation & CIB technique, mutagenic agents and induction of mutation.Patent Act 1970 and patent system in India.Plant tissue culture for crop improvement.Qualitative & Quantitative traits, Polygenes and continuous variations, multiple factor hypothesis.Seed production technology in self pollinated, cross pollinated and vegetatively propagated crops.
SEED AND SEED TECHNOLOGY
Sec 10
Foundation and certified seed production of important cereals (Rice, wheat and maize), pulses (Cowpea, mung, urd, pigeonpea, field bean and soyabean), oilseeds (Sesame, coconut, sunflower, groundnut), fodder (Guinea grass, napier grass and lucern), and vegetables (Bhindi, tomato, brinjal, chillies and cucurbitaceous vegetables).Seed Act and Seed Act enforcement- Central Seed Committee, Central Seed Certification Board, State Seed Certification Agency, Central and State Seed Testing Laboratories.Seed certification, field inspection.Seeds Control Order 1983 and Seed Bill 2004, IPR- Intellectual Property Rights.
Technical
100 Marks
Overseer Grade III ||| Draftsman Grade II
The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) conducts examinations for the recruitment of Overseer Grade III in the Kerala Water Authority and Draftsman Grade II in the Ground Water Department.
90m
14s
#kerala-psc#civil-engineering#draftsman#overseer#technical-exam
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AUTOCAD
Sec 1
Basic commandsDrawing toolbar and modifying toolbarIntroduction to AutoCADPlotting and printing
Belt Drive and Gear drive
Sec 2
Materials of belts, slip and creep, Velocity of belt. Arc of contact.Simple exercise in calculation of belt speeds, nos. of belts needed in V-belt drive, velocity, pulley ratio etc.Standard pulleys width of pulley face, velocity ratio chain drive.Cast gears and machined gears.Different types of gears.Knowledge of profile of gears etc.
BUILDING DRAWING AND ESTIMATING
Sec 3
Building rules and byelawsEstimation, Rules and methods of measurements of workRate analysis and valuation
BASIC ENGINEERING DRAWING
Sec 4
Conic section and projectionDrawing instruments, equipment and materialsLettering, dimensioning and scalePlane geometrical construction
SURVEYING
Sec 5
Contouring, Theodolite surveyConventional surveyingIntroduction and terms used in chain, compass, plane table and leveling surveyModern and advanced surveying instrumentsPrinciple of leveling, Type of leveling, Reduction of levels
Develop surface and Interpenetration of solid in orthographic projection.
Sec 6
Calculation of developed lengths of geometrical solids.Definition of development.Development of an oblique cone with elliptical baseDevelopment of surfaces bounded by plane of revolution intersecting each other.different methods of developing the surfaces.Need of development in industry.Common method to find out the curve of interpenetrationDefinition of Intersection & interpenetration curves.Intersection of cylinder.Solution of problems on interpenetration of prism,cones, & pyramids with their axes intersecting at an angle.
Different types of fasteners, welds and locking devices
Sec 7
Screw threads, terms, nomenclature.Threads as per SP46:2003 conventions.Types of screw thread, proportion and their uses,Different types of foundation bolts and their uses.Different types of locking devices.Different types of machine screws, cap screws, set screws as per specificationDescription of Welded Joints and their representation.Indication of Welding Symbol on drawing as per SP-46.
Hydraulics and Pneumatics
Sec 8
Brief description of a typical hydraulic system, components,Different types of hydraulic actuator.Symbol and working of hydraulic DC valve, non- return valve and throttle valve.Working principle and function of hydraulic jack.FRL or air service unit and pneumatic actuator.Knowledge of typical pneumatic system.
Limits, fit, tolerance.
Sec 9
Familiarization with IS: 919, IS:2709.Indications of symbols for machining and surface finishes on drawingLimits, fit, tolerance. Toleranced dimensioning, geometrical tolerance.Production of interchangeable parts, geometrical tolerance.
UNITS AND MENSURATION
Sec 10
Measurement of Perimeter and Area of triangles Polygons and circlesUnits of measurementsVolume of Solids
HYDRAULICS AND IRRIGATION
Sec 11
Measurement of pressureProperties of fluidReservoir, dam, canals, Cross drainage workStorage and diversion head worksTerms used in IrrigationType of Hydraulic energy
Pipe Joints and riveted joints
Sec 12
Description of different pipe joints fitted on pipe.Expansion joint, loop and other pipe fittings.Causes of failure of rivetedjoint efficiency of rivetedjointsRelation between rivet size and thickness of plates and calculation for arrangement of rivets position.Types of riveted joints, terms and proportions of riveted joints. Conventional representation.Types of rivets, their size proportions and uses
BUILDING MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION
Sec 13
Stone, Brick, Tiles, Cement, Lime and filler materials Plane cement Concrete, Reinforced cement concrete Timber Foundation, Masonry, Roofing, Flooring Building finishes and services Temporary structural treatment for building construction
Bearings
Sec 14
Knowledge of bearing to reduce friction.
Technical
100 Marks
WORK SUPERINTENDENT IN SOIL SURVEY AND SOIL CONSERVATION
The Kerala PSC Work Superintendent (Direct Recruitment) examination is for the Soil Survey and Soil Conservation Department.
90m
17s
#kerala-psc#work-superintendent#soil-conservation#agricultural-engineering#civil-engineering
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FARM POWER AND MACHINERY
Sec 1
Agricultural implements- simple machines- hand tools and manual soil working implements.Agricultural mechanization :- Scope, objectives, limitations.Field capacities and efficiencies: Calculations-Concept of work, power and energy- Energy efficiency-indicated Horse power-Brake horse power-Drawbar horse power-Mechanical efficiency.Field capacities and efficiencies: primary, secondary-tillage operations - puddling implements - rotary tillers-rotavators. Ridgers, bund formers. Implements and machinery for seeding and planting Seed drills-transplanting equipment. Tools and implements for intercultivation operations-manual weeders, power weeders brush cutter. Equipment for plant protection-calibration. Harvesting, threshing and winnowing machinery- reapers and combine harvesters-. Paddy cultivation equipment.Internal combustion engine- CI & SI engines-types, classification, parts and principles - Principles of two & four stroke cycle engines - Firing orders - valve timing.Prime movers in agricultural farms- Tractors & power tillers- Types -Selection of tractors and tillers. Tractors and their power units - Fuel supply and carburetion system - Ignition, Cooling, lubrication and governing system. Power transmission- clutch-gear box- differential final drive-brake system. Tyres, cage wheels Power tillers - Power transmission system. Tractor hydraulic system three-point linkage position and draft control. Cost of operation of farm machinery.Status indicators, status of mechanization in Kerala.
AUTOCAD
Sec 2
Basic commandsDrawing toolbar and modifying toolbarIntroduction to AutoCADPlotting and printing
Belt Drive and Gear drive
Sec 3
Materials of belts, slip and creep, Velocity of belt. Arc of contact.Simple exercise in calculation of belt speeds, nos. of belts needed in V-belt drive, velocity, pulley ratio etc.Standard pulleys width of pulley face, velocity ratio chain drive.Cast gears and machined gears.Different types of gears.Knowledge of profile of gears etc.
BUILDING MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION
Sec 4
Building finishes and servicesPlane cement Concrete, Reinforced cement concreteStone, Brick, Tiles, Cement, Lime and filler materialsTemporary structural treatment for building constructionTimber Foundation, Masonary, Roofing, Flooring
BUILDING DRAWING AND ESTIMATING
Sec 5
Building rules and byelawsEstimation, Rules and methods of measurements of workRate analysis and valuation
BASIC ENGINEERING DRAWING
Sec 6
Conic section and projectionDrawing instruments, equipment and materialsLettering, dimensioning and scalePlane geometrical construction
Develop surface and Interpenetration of solid in orthographic projection.
Sec 7
Calculation of developed lengths of geometrical solids.Definition of development.Development of an oblique cone with elliptical baseDevelopment of surfaces bounded by plane of revolution intersecting each other.different methods of developing the surfaces.Need of development in industry.Common method to find out the curve of interpenetrationDefinition of Intersection & interpenetration curves.Intersection of cylinder.Solution of problems on interpenetration of prism,cones, & pyramids with their axes intersecting at an angle.
Different types of fasteners, welds and locking devices
Sec 8
Screw threads, terms, nomenclature.Threads as per SP46:2003 conventions.Types of bolts, nuts and studs, and their proportion, uses.Types of screw thread, proportion and their uses,Different types of foundation bolts and their uses.Different types of locking devices.Different types of machine screws, cap screws, set screws as per specificationDescription of Welded Joints and their representation.Indication of Welding Symbol on drawing as per SP-46.
Hydraulics and Pneumatics
Sec 9
Brief description of a typical hydraulic system, components,Different types of hydraulic actuator.Symbol and working of hydraulic DC valve, non- return valve and throttle valve.Working principle and function of hydraulic jack.FRL or air service unit and pneumatic actuator.Knowledge of typical pneumatic system.
SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION ENGINEERING
Sec 10
Introduction : Soil erosion-causes, types and agents of soil erosion; water erosion - forms of water erosion, effect of slope, slope length, soil, vegetation, topographical features and rainfall on erosion. Gullies and their classification, stages of gully development; soil loss estimation - universal soil loss equation and modified soil loss equation. Erosion control measures agronomic measures -contour cropping, strip cropping, mulching; mechanical measures terraces -level and graded broad base terraces, bench terraces. Bunds-contour bunds, graded bunds; gully and ravine reclamation-principles of gully control -vegetative and temporary structures; control measures for stream bank and coastal erosion. Landslides-factors causing it, land slips, Measures for control Land use capability classification; Grassed waterways and their design; Use of Geotextiles in soil and water conservation.
Limits, fit, tolerance.
Sec 11
Familiarization with IS: 919, IS:2709.Indications of symbols for machining and surface finishes on drawingLimits, fit, tolerance. Toleranced dimensioning, geometrical tolerance.Production of interchangeable parts, geometrical tolerance.
UNITS AND MENSURATION
Sec 12
Measurement of Perimeter and Area of triangles, polygons and circlesUnits of measurementsVolume of Solids
HYDRAULICS AND IRRIGATION
Sec 13
Measurement of pressureProperties of fluidReservoir, dam, canals, Cross drainage workStorage and diversion head worksTerms used in IrrigationType of Hydraulic energy
Pipe Joints and riveted joints
Sec 14
Description of different pipe joints fitted on pipe.Expansion joint, loop and other pipe fittings.Causes of failure of rivetedjoint efficiency of rivetedjointsRelation between rivet size and thickness of plates and calculation for arrangement of rivets position.Types of riveted joints, terms and proportions of riveted joints. Conventional representation.Types of rivets, their size proportions and uses
SURVEYING AND LEVELLING
Sec 15
Plane table survey methods-radiation intersection - traversing - Two-point problem and three-point problem. Leveling Types of benchmarks-Rise and fall method-height of collimation method-Contouring Profile surveying-Cross section survey.Surveying : Basic principles-purpose of surveying-methods of surveying linear measurements. Chain surveying : Types of ranging: direct ranging and indirect ranging -Chaining: Types of chains-ranging rod offsets-types and measurement of offsets cross staff-optical square, degree of accuracy in chaining- Triangulation, intersection, traversing, cross staff survey. Compass Surveying-Prismatic compass-Surveyor's compass - whole circle and reduced bearings - true and magnetic bearing - dip and declination - local attraction.Tacheometric surveying- stadia system- fixed and movable hair methods-instrument constants tangential tacheometry. Computation of area and volume-Simpson's rule planimeter trapezoidal and prismoidal formula.Theodolite Surveying-parts of a theodolite measurement of angles.Use of Minor instruments - Hand levels - Clinometer. Total station and GPS survey -Remote Sensing, Geographical Information System. Building drawing- planning of building as per National Building Code and KBR - Residential and public buildings - plan, section and elevation of buildings (residential and public) for the given plinth area and requirements. Estimate of a building - estimating principle - methods of estimating separate or individual wall method, centre line method.
POST HARVEST ENGINEERING
Sec 16
Post harvest technology of Cereals, Pulses and Oil seeds. Post-harvest losses, importance-basic engineering properties of food materials. Basic psychrometric properties of air-water-vapour mixture. Processing of cereals-rice processing, cleaning and grading, parboiling of paddy, drying, shelling, polishing, by-product utilisation- modern rice mills. Oil seed processing of Coconut, de husking, drying, oil milling pre-treatments, screw press, oil filtration, wetprocessing of coconut, value added products, coconut-based beverages- process and equipment, by-product utilisation. Processing of pulses. Dairy engineering -principles and equipment for receiving, cleaning, cream separation, pasteurization, sterilization, homogenization, drying filling and packaging of milk. Common plantation crops in India. Processing of plantation crops: Tea, coffee, cocoa, arecanut, rubber, cashew nut. Processing of spices and condiments: Pepper, cardamom, ginger, vanilla, and turmeric and chilies value added products. Recommended storage conditions of fruits, vegetables and flowers. Harvesting- pre-cooling - cleaning- washing and grading. Handling-storage-refrigerated-Modified and Controlled atmosphere storage-Refrigeration: drying and dehydration- importance -Types of dryers. Processing of important fruits and vegetables-banana, mango, pineapple, tomato and mushrooms. Packing and transportation of fruits, vegetables and flowers.
Bearings
Sec 17
Knowledge of bearing to reduce friction.