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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
Medical
100 Marks
Optometrist Grade II
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Optometrist Grade II in the Health Services Department. This role involves primary vision care, including performing eye check-ups, writing prescriptions for contact lenses and glasses, detecting eye abnormalities, and treating specific eye diseases.
75m
16s
#kerala-psc#optometry#medical#health-services#diploma-level
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OPHTHALMIC EQUIPMENTS & INSTRUMENTS
Sec 1
A scan , Humphrey field charting , TonometerFundus cameraKeratometer , Placido’s disc , RAF ruleMaddox rod , Synoptophore , Hess screenTrial set , Retinoscope , Jackson’s cross cylinder, Autorefractometer
OPTICAL SYSTEM OF NORMAL & ABNORMAL EYE
Sec 2
Accommodation & ConvergenceAnomalies of accommodation and convergenceContact lensOptics of normal eye, Refractive errors & its optics (Myopia, Hyperopia, Astigmatism, Presbyopia & Aphakia)
BASICS OF SQUINT
Sec 3
AmblyopiaBinocular Single Vision , Phorias , Tropias , refraction in squintMeasurement of squint
ANATOMY OF THE EYEBALL
Sec 4
Anatomy of conjunctiva, sclera & corneaAnatomy of eyelidsAnatomy of lacrimal apparatusAnatomy of uveal tract. lens, retinaCoats of the eye & section of the eyeballNames of cranial nerves with more stress to II,III,IV,V,VI&VII cranial nerves and their specific role in vision, ocular and lid movementOcular muscles and orbital walls
OCULAR PHARMACOLOGY
Sec 5
Antiglaucoma drugs , Cycloplegic drugs , Lubricating drugsCommon antibiotics, antifungals & antivirals used in OphthalmologyNSAIDs & Steroids
PHYSIOLOGY OF VISION
Sec 6
Aqueous humour formation and circulationIntraocular pressure maintenancePhysiology of accommodation & convergencePhysiology of binocular single visionPhysiology of ocular movementsVisual acuity and color vision
REFRACTION & RETINOSCOPY
Sec 7
AutorefractometerCycloplegic refraction & Post mydriatic testDifficulties in retinoscopyPractical retinoscopy and calculationPrescription writingRetinoscopy principles and opticsStreak retinoscopy
SPECTACLES AND INTRAOCULAR LENSES
Sec 8
Bifocals, multifocals and progressive glassesHigh index aphakic glassesIntraocular lens ,Intraocular power calculationIPD measurement , Fitting / adjustment of spectacles ,Transposition
OPERATION THEATRE STERILISATION
Sec 9
Care of surgical instrumentsMaking eye pads ,eye swabs .Eye dressing/banding in Operation theatre
OCULAR TRAUMA
Sec 10
Chemical injuries to the eye and its managementDifferent types of ocular traumaMechanical injuries to the eyeRadiation injuries to the eye
VISION TESTING
Sec 11
Colour vision testingNear vision testingPrinciples of vision testing using Snellen’s chartVision testing in adults, illiterates, infants and children
MICROBIOLOGY
Sec 12
Common microbiological investigations ( culture, smears & staining )Various organisms responsible for ocular diseases - bacteria , viruses fungi & parasites.
COMMON DISEASES OF
Sec 13
ConjunctivaCorneaEyelidLacrimal apparatusLensOptic nerveOrbitRetinaUveal tract
GLAUCOMA
Sec 14
Early detectionIntraocular pressure measurementTreatment of glaucomaTypes of glaucomaVisual field charting
COMMUNITY OPHTHALMOLOGY
Sec 15
Early detection of refractive errors and squint in school childrenOrganization of camps in rural areas
PHYSICS OF OPTICS
Sec 16
Law of reflection & refractionPrismsSpherical and cylindrical lenses
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
Administrative
100 Marks
Assistant Labour Officer Grade - II
The Assistant Labour Officer Grade II post is filled via direct recruitment conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission.
120m
8s
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Human Resource Information Systems
Sec 1
HRIS- role in the operation of human resources management function - strategic advantage - HRIS Life Cycle/HR responsibility in each phase of HRIS development - HRIS Planning and Implementation - Tools for HRIS Development - HRIS in large and small organisations - HRIS /ERP Systems - introduction to SAP-HR module. Use of software and online applications in HR
Human Resource Development (HRD) & HRIS
Sec 2
Human Resource Development (HRD): Concept, Overview, Origin and Need for HRD - approaches to HRD - HRD Competencies - Competency Building and Development - Need Analysis - Task and Performance Analysis - Types of Training - Training Evaluation - models of evaluation - Employee Development: approaches to Employee development - Transfers and Promotions - Technology in Training.
Introduction to Human Resource Management
Sec 3
Human Resource Management: Concept, objectives and functions - organisation and administration of Human Resource Department - qualities of Human Resource Manager- professionalization of Human Resource Management in India - fundamentals of HRM: Job Analysis and Design of Jobs - Human Resource Planning: Recruitment, Selection, On-boarding and Induction.
Industrial Relations & Labour Welfare
Sec 4
Industrial Relations- conceptual framework and approaches - role of Government, employers and trade unions in industrial relations ILO - evolution of industrial relations and industrial conflicts; Industrial Discipline- Standing orders , Service Rules , Code of discipline - model Standing Order-Domestic Enquiry- principles of natural justice - misconduct and disciplinary procedures, punishment, Positive Disciplinary Intervention.Labour Welfare: historical perspective, concept and objectives, theories and principles -Statutory, Voluntary and Mutual Welfare measures - role of management and trade Unions- Welfare of special categories of labour: female Labour, child labour, disabled, migrant labour, rural labour, contract labour and apprentices.
Industrial Sociology
Sec 5
Industrial Sociology : Nature and Scope of Industrial Sociology - Development of Industrial Sociology - Industrialisation and Industrialism - causes and consequences of Industrialization - Industrial and Post-Industrial Society - Industrialisation and Social Change - Industrial Organisations: Formal and Informal.
Other Laws relating to Workplace
Sec 6
Law relating to sexual harassment of women at workplace- minimum wages- payment of wages- bonus- gratuity- employees compensation- inter State migrant workers- maternity benefit- shops and commercial establishments- prohibition of child labour- casual, temporary and badli workers- head load workers-beedi and cigar workers- contract labour- domestic workers- sales promotion employees-motor transport workers- equal remuneration-agricultural workers- Relevant Acts and Rules applicable in Kerala.
Industrial Conflict, Trade Union Movement & Resolution of Conflict
Sec 7
Nature of Industrial Conflict - characteristics of Labour and Trade Union movement in developed nations - Indian trade union movement - purpose functions, structure, and problems of Trade Unions in India - Trade Union Act, 1926 - recognition of Trade Unions - Collective Bargaining: Concept, approaches, types, pre-requisites and process - Joint Management Councils and Quality Circles - grievances and grievance handling procedure - Industrial Disputes Act,1947: closure, strikes & lockouts - Industrial Relations Machinery: bi-partite & tri-partite Agreement, Labour Courts & Industrial Tribunal - collective agreements - recommendations on National Commission on Labour - Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946 - provisions relating to public servants under Indian Penal Code,1860- provisions relating to complaint and cognizance of offences under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Labour and the Constitution of India
Sec 8
Preamble- fundamental rights- directive principles of State policy - writ jurisdiction of the Supreme court and High courts - Public Interest Litigations- Initiatives of the ILO and UN- Universal Declaration of Human Rights, 1948- International Covenants of 1966- Convention on the Elimination of All forms of Discrimination against Women,1979 - ILO conventions ratified by India.
Technical
100 Marks
Chemist
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Chemist in the Factories and Boilers Department.
120m
3s
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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.
Education
100 Marks
Junior Language Teacher (Sanskrit)
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Junior Language Teacher (Sanskrit) in the Education Department.
120m
6s
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Vrtta and Alankara
Sec 1
AprastuthaprasamsaArthantharanyasaDeepakaIndravajraKavyalingaMaliniMantakrantaPradeepaRadodhathaRupakaSleshaSraghdaraThotakamUllekhaUpajatiUpamaupendravajraUtprekshaVamshastamVasandhathilaka
Sanskrit Vyakarana
Sec 2
Bhu LatLangLrtKarakaGuruHariRamaRama VanamSamasaSamjna prakaranasandhi
Sanskrit Jyothisha
Sec 3
Grahanam atmadi karakatvam.Grahanam uccha neeca rashayahaRasiswaropamRasyadhipaha
Sanskrit Sahitya
Sec 4
KiratharjuneeyaKumarasambhavaNaishadeeyacarithaRaghuvamsaSisupalavadhaWorks of BhasaWorks of Kalidasa
Sanskrit Nyaya
Sec 5
Pratyaksha khanda only
Sanskrit Vedanta
Sec 6
Shad darsanas.
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
Banking
100 Marks
Junior Co-operative Inspector
A Junior Co-operative Inspector typically works under the state government's co-operative department, overseeing and ensuring the proper functioning of co-operative societies within their jurisdiction. [10] This recruitment is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC). [4, 10]
75m
2s
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PART II - BANKING
Sec 1
Agriculture and Micro Finance by banks: Types of agricultural credit – short term, medium term, long term, crop loans; Kisan Credit Card (KCC) Scheme – Objectives/ purpose, eligibility, features. Lending to priority sectors – categories, targets and sub targets. National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) – financial, developmental and supervisory role. Micro finance – concept and significance, Linking of Self Help Groups (SHG) and banks.Banking Legislation in India: Banking Regulation Act, 1949 with latest amendments – objectives, definition of banking, banking company, approved securities, Demand and Time Liabilities (DTL), permitted and prohibited business of a banking company, regulation of voting rights of shareholders, restriction as to payment of dividend, reserve fund, licensing of banking companies, power of inspection, audit of bank accounts, acquisition of banking companies, amalgamation of banking companies, winding up of a banking company.Central Banking: Definition of a central bank, origin of Reserve Bank of India, nationalisation of RBI, functions of RBI – issue of currency, principles and systems of note – issue, RBI as currency authority; RBI as banker, agent, advisor and debt manager to Government, RBI’s financial assistance to Central and State Governments – ways and means advances, overdraft; central bank as bankers’ bank -regulation and supervision of banks by RBI; Reserve Bank as custodian of foreign exchange reserves of the country; developmental role of RBI; Instruments of Monetary Policy : Quantitative techniques of credit control – Bank Rate Policy, operation and limitations of Bank Rate Policy, Open Market Operations (OMO) – objectives, method of operation by RBI, limitations of OMO, Variable Reserve Requirement – Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) and Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR); Qualitative methods of credit control- regulation of consumer credit, variation of margin requirements, moral suasion, rationing of credit.Commercial Banking: Origin of the word ‘Bank’. Commercial banking system: Unit banking, branch banking, correspondent banking, group banking/ holding company banking, chain banking, mixed banking. Functions of a commercial bank: Primary functions - Accepting of deposits – different types of deposits – savings deposits, current deposits, fixed deposits, recurring deposits, Basic Savings Bank Deposit Account (BSBDA), Current Account Savings Account (CASA), certificate of deposits; Lending of funds – different methods – direct loans, cash credit, overdraft, discounting of bills; Ancillary Services / Subsidiary Functions: Agency services, general utility services. Principles of commercial banking/ Principles of lending. Credit creation by commercial banks: primary deposits and derived deposits, technique of credit creation, credit contraction, limitations of credit creation.Indian Commercial Banking – Post Liberalisation: Post liberalisation banking in India – major recommendations of the Narasimham Committee on Financial System, Narasimham Committee on Banking Sector Reforms. Entry of new generation banks. Mergers and acquisitions in banking sector. Local Area Banks: Features. Differentiated banks: Payment Banks and Small Finance Banks – permitted business. Financial Inclusion: Concept, RBI and NABARD initiatives for financial inclusion.Indian Commercial Banking- Pre- Liberalisation period: Formation of Imperial Bank of India, Origin of State Bank of India and its associates, merging of associate banks with SBI. Social Control over banks – circumstances leading to social control, aims and objectives of National Credit Council. Nationalisation of commercial banks. Lead Bank Scheme: Objectives, functions of Lead Bank, District Credit Plan. Concept of Service Area Approach. Differential Rate of Interest Scheme – features of the scheme. Regional Rural Banks – objectives, capital structure and management, problems and progress of RRBs, merging of RRBs.Law relating to Negotiable Instruments: Characteristics of negotiability, types and features of negotiable instruments – bill of exchange, promissory notes and cheques. Bank drafts, pay orders. Endorsement of negotiable instruments – legal significance, kinds of endorsements. Crossing of cheques – significance of crossing, types of crossing, marking of cheques. Collecting banker – legal status, statutory protection, duties. Paying Banker – dishonour of cheques, statutory protection, payment in due course, holder and holder in due course. Modes of charging securities – lien, pledge, hypothecation, mortgage – kinds of mortgage; Guarantee and indemnity – rights and duties of guarantor.Practices of Banking: Banker and Customer – general and special relationship between a banker and customer, obligations of banker – honouring of cheques, maintaining secrecy of customers’ accounts, garnishee order, consequences of wrongful dishonor of cheques, stop payment of cheques; rights of a banker- right of general lien, right of set off, banker’s right of appropriation (Clayton’s rule). Banking Ombudsman – objectives, nature of complaints dealt by Ombudsman. Types of customers – operation and closing of different types of bank accounts, special types of bank customers, Accounts of Non Resident Indians; Joint accounts, accounts of partnership firms, joint stock companies, clubs and associations.Recent Trends in Indian Banking: Credit Rating of banks: CAMELS Rating. Capital Adequacy Ratio – Tier I & Tier II capital, Risk Weighted Assets, Capital to Risk Weighted Assets Ratio (CRAR). Non-Performing Assets (NPA) of banks – Classification of Standard, Substandard, doubtful and loss assets, provisioning for NPAs. Concepts of Securitisation, Reconstruction and Security Interest Enforcement under SARFAESI Act, 2002. Pradhan Mantri Social Security Schemes implemented through banks - Rules for Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY)’ Atal Pension Yojana (APY).Technological Advances in Banking : Payment and Settlement System of RBI - Concepts of electronic banking, Electronic Clearing Services (ECS), Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS), National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT), Immediate Payment Service (IMPS), Indian Financial System Code (IFSC), Automated Teller Machine (ATM) card, debit card, credit card, RuPay card, internet banking, mobile banking, digital banking, digital signature, digital certificate, digital wallet, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM), Cheque Truncation System (CTS), cashless payment system, cashless economy; International Payment System - Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT).
PART I - CO-OPERATION
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Cooperation and other economic systems- Capitalism, socialism and communism- cooperatives and other forms of business organizations- distinctive features of cooperative organization vis-à-vis-, partnership and joint stack companies- a cooperative as an institution and as an enterprise- cooperative common wealth.Cooperative audit- Definition-objectives-scope-advantage-difference between audit of cooperative societies and joint stock companies- special features of cooperative audit- administrative set up for cooperative audit-types of audit-mechanical audit-preparations for audit and framing of audit programme-staged of practical audit- mechanical audit, administrative audit, preparation of final statement- reconciliation of bank accounts- cooperative auditor- duties, powers and liabilities- audit report- audit certificate- audit classification- assessment and levy of audit fees.Cooperative Legislation in India and in Kerala- Evolution of cooperative legislation in India- the 1904 Act, the Act of 1912, transfer of cooperation as provincial subject, National development Council Resolution 1956, the Model Cooperative Societies Bill 1957, the Model Cooperative Societies Bill 1991 by Planning Commission- Trend towards parallel Cooperative Laws- Andhra Pradesh Mutually Aided Cooperative Societies Act 1995, Multi State Cooperative Societies Act 1984 and its replacement in 2002.Evolutions of Cooperative legislation in Kerala and enactment of Kerala Cooperative Societies Act 1969.Evolution and development of cooperative principles- principles of cooperation- Rochdale pioneers (I stage)- reformulated principles by ICA (II stage)- Karve Committee on Cooperative Principles(III stage)- Principles of ICA in 1995( IV stage)- distinction between Cooperative values and cooperative principles.Issues in cooperative management- Managing the social process in a cooperative, competition, conflict and cooperation. Associative character of a cooperative and managing a cooperative association. Issues in organizing a cooperative - size of the organization- small area vs large area, single purpose vs multipurpose cooperatives- multipurpose vs multifunctional cooperatives- unitary vs federal cooperatives- designer vs greenhouse cooperatives- issues in financing a cooperative- evaluating a cooperative organization- member dimension, enterprise dimension and ethical dimension.Management and working of major cooperative organizations and institutions in aid of cooperatives- NAFED,IFFCO,KRIBCO,NABARD,NDDB,NCDC, and National Housing Bank and other national organizations providing assistance to housing cooperatives.Settlement of disputes- arbitration and awards- provisions and procedures- execution and enforcement of awards- provisions and procedures, appeals, review and revision- meaning and distinction- authority of appeals- cooperative tribunal- constitution and powers- offences and penalties- provisions and procedures.Sources of funds- State aid to cooperatives-share capital contribution- principal state partnership fund- subsidiary state partnership fund- grants- subsidies- owned funds- borrowed funds.Types of Cooperatives in India and in KeralaConsumer cooperatives and their federationsGeneral Purpose and special purpose agricultural marketing societies- primary marketing societies and their federations including NAFED, rubber marketing societies and their federations, dairy cooperative societies and their federations, fishery cooperatives and their federationsHousing cooperatives and their federationsIndustrial cooperatives and their federations- handlooms and power looms, coir, handicraftsLong term credit structure-PCARDBs and SCRABDsprocessing cooperatives-need and importanceShort term and medium term cooperative credit structure- primary agricultural credit societies- urban cooperative Banks and state cooperative BanksWorkers cooperatives – significance of workers cooperatives in Kerala.
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
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Autocad
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.Auto CAD command & use of different menus of Auto CADAuto CAD software and its uses.Installing procedure of Auto CAD
Welding Processes
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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
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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
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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
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Defect in rivetted jointsRivets - Types & Uses
Basic Sheet Metal Process
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Development of surfaceFolding and joining allowanceNotches in sheet metalSheet metal seamsTemplates
Soldering
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Fluxes types and descriptionPortable hand forge with blowerSoft solderingSoldered JointSolders
Modern Machines & Materials
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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
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Powder coating, buffing, grinding, and sanding. - Selection of different grit sizes.Process of painting.
Basic Fitting Process
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Raw material information CRCA, HRCA.MS
Administrative
200 Marks
STENOGRAPHER ||| CONFIDENTIAL ASSISTANT GRADE II ||| SELECTION GRADE CONFIDENTIAL ASSISTANT
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts an exam for the posts of Stenographer, Confidential Assistant Grade II, and Selection Grade Confidential Assistant in various departments. The selection process typically involves a written objective test and a practical dictation and transcription test.
140m
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SHORTHAND – ENGLISH
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Abbreviation of consonants as Circles, Loops and HooksAdvanced PhraseographyAlternative forms of R, L and SHDifferent signs of Consonants and VowelsDiphthong, Triphone and Diphone signsFormation of out linesHalving and Doubling PrincipleImportance of ShorthandPrefixes, Suffixes and ContractionsVarious kinds of 'H' S (Aspirate)
TYPEWRITING ENGLISH
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AbbreviationsDifference between the form of D.O letter and Personal letterDifferent forms of letters (Business, Official and Government letters)Form of Government OrderMechanismPunctuation of figuresRules of Punctuation MarksSpelling of wordsVarious kinds and purposes of a TypewriterVarious parts of a Typewriter
SHORTHAND – MALAYALAM
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Consonants and VowelsContraction and IntersectionInitial Hooks and Final HooksPrefix and SuffixSpeed writingThe Rules regarding Aspirate, Medial Semi Circle, Diphthong and TriphoneVarious forms of Circles and LoopsVarious symbols and other signs
TYPEWRITING – MALAYALAM
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Envelope addressingKeyboardLower and Upper case CharactersOperational parts of a TypewriterParagraphsPunctuation marksSymbolsVariation of speedVarious kind of letters, Government order
COMPUTER OPERATIONS
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Classification of ComputerComponentsComputer historyGenerationsLanguageInternet securitiesSearch enginesUploading and DownloadingWeb browsersWebsitesComponents of ExcelIntroduction of work book and work sheetUse in day to day lifeVarious Data types and FormulasDifferent pagesFormatting a presentationMaking a power point presentationTypes of menuComponents of Word screenEdit Text in the Word ProcessorFeatures of Word ProcessorFormatting TextTypes of Menu
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
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Transmission
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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
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#kerala-psc#fireman#trainee#fire-and-rescue#plus-two-level
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Education
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in Urdu
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Assistant Professor in Urdu in Kerala Collegiate Education.
75m
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URDU SHAIRI KE AHAM ASNAF (2)
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Meer Anees, Mirza Dabeer, Moulana HaaliMeer Thaqi Meer, Meer Dard, Mirza Ghalib, Josh Maleeh Abaadi, Allama Iqbal, Faiz Ahmed Faiz, Momin, Jigar, Asghar, Hasrath Mohani, Firaq Goraqpuri, Faani, Naasir Kazmi, Shahriyaar, Ahmed FaraazMeer Hassan, Daya Shankar Naseem, Moulana HaliNazeer Akbar Abadi, Moulana Haali, Muhammed Hussain Azad, Akbar Allahabadi, Allama Iqbal, Josh, Chakbasth, Majaz, Sardaar Jafri, Faiz, Meeraji, Noon Meem Rashid, Akhtharul Iman, Ehsaan Daanish, Makhdoom Mohiudeen, Jaan Nisar AkhtharMuhammed Rafee Sauda, Ibrahim Zouq, Mirza GhalibAkbar Allahabadi, Meer Anees, Firaq, Haali, Amjad Hyderabadi
URDU NASAR KE AHAM ASNAF (1)
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Agaz –o-IrthiqaDaasthan Ka Fan aur KhusoosiyathAgaz o IrthiqaAgaz-o-Irthiqa
URDU NASAR KE AHAM ASNAF (2)
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Urdu ke Chand Aham Daasthanem - Fasaane Ajayib, Baag o Bahaar, Boosthan e KhayalChand Aham Drama Nigar - Amanath Lucknawi, Aagha Hashar Kashmiri, Imthiaz Ali Thaj, Muhammed Mujeeb, Mohammed Hassan, Abid Hussain, Athhar Parvez, Krishan Chandar, Habeeb ThanveerChand Qadeem aur Jadeed Aham Novel aur Afsana Nigar - Nazeer Ahmed, Sarshaar, Mirza Haadi Ruswa, Premchand, Rajendar Singh Bedi, Krishan Chandaer, Qurrathul Ain Hyder, Inthezar Hussain, Khadeeja Masthoor, Saadath Hassan Manto, Kwaja Ahmed Abbas, Ismath Chugthayi, Hayathulla Ansari
URDU SHAIRI KEMIKHTHALIF DABISTHAN- UNKIKHUSOOSIYATH AUR UN KE CHAND QADEEM AUR JADEED NUMAYINDA SHORA
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Khan Aarzoo, Shah Hathim, Meer ThaqiMeer, Mirza Sauda, Meer Hassan, Kwaja Meer DardInsha Allah Khan Insha, Nasikh, AathishDaag, Ameer meenayi
QAWAID
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Fasahath o BalagathIlme Arooz ki AhmiyathMuhawireRozmarrahSanaye badayiThalmeehathThashbeeh IstheyaraZarbul Amsaal
URDU ZABAN KI THAREEKH
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GhawasiIbn-e-NishathiMirza Mazhar, Hathim, Nasikh, AathishJadeed Hind Aryaee Zabanon ka IrthiqaKwaja Bande Nawaz Gesu DarazMagribi Hindi Aur Us Ki BoliyamMulla WajhiNizamiNusrathiQuli Qutub ShahShah Burhanudheen JaanamShah Meeraji Shamsul IshaqShaik Bahaudeen BajanSirajDaccan Ki Bahmini, Nizam Shahi(Ahmed Nagar), Bareed Shahi(Beedar), Quthub Shahi(Golkunta), Adil Shahi(Bijapur) Ahad me Urdu AdabMukhthalif NazariyathUrdu Zaban O Adab ki Thareekh O Ishath Me Sufiya-e-Kiram Ka HissaWali
URDU SHAIRI KE AHAM ASNAF (1)
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Ghazal ki khusoosiyath aur us ki RiwayathMarsiya ki khusoosiyath aur us ki RiwayathMasnavi ki khusoosiyath aur us ki RiwayathNazm aur RubayiQaseeda ki khusoosiyath aur us ki Riwayath
URDU KE DEEGAR ASNAF E NASAR
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Hasan NizamiInshaiyyaKanayya LaalKapoorKhaka NigariMirza Ghalib, Abul Kalam AzadMirza Farathulla BegMoulavi abdul HaqMujthaba HussainMushthaq Ahmed YusufiPithras BukhariRasheed Ahmed SiddiquiChand Aham Sahafi - Muhammed Ali Johar, Zafar AliKhan, Abul Kalam AzadThanaz o Mizah
Education
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in Tamil
The Kerala PSC Assistant Professor recruitment aims to hire eligible candidates for the post of Assistant Professor in various subjects in concerned departments of Kerala Universities.
75m
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#kerala-psc#assistant-professor#tamil-literature#education#degree-level
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Ancient Literature
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Ainkurunooru - Marutha Thinai PadalkalChirupaanaatupadi - FullKaarnarpathu - FullKalavazhinarpathu - FullKalithokai - PaalaikaliKurunthokai - 1 to 100 kavithaikalMullai Pattu - FullNaladiyar - KalviPathittupathu - 7th PathuPurananooru - Avvaiyar PadalkalThirukkural - Arathupaal
Epic Literature
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Chilappathikaaram - Madurai KaandamJeevaka Chinthamani - Suramanchariyaar ElampakamKamparamayanam - Sundara KaandamManimekalai - First three KaathaigalPeriya Puranam - Appudhi Adigalar Naayanar PuranamPerumkathai - Magatha KaandamSeera Puranam - Alima Mulaiyutu PadalamThempavani - Valan chanitha Padalam
Modern Literature
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Avvai - InqulabRajaraja Chozhan - Aru. RamanathanKaadu -JeyamohanKamalaambaal Sarithiram - RajamaiyarThalaimuraikal - Neela PadmanabhanAalaapanai - Abdul RehmanAkathinai -KanimozhiAzhakinchirippu - BharathidhasanKaattu Vaathu - Na. PichamoorthyPaanchali Sabatham - BharathiyarPennin Perumai - Thiru. Vi. KaYen Charithiram - U. Ve. SaAmbai KathikalPuthumaipithan Kathaikal
Linguistics and comparative Grammar
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Dravida Mozhikalin Oppaaivu - Dr.G. John SamuelIkkala mozhiyiyal - Dr. Muthu ShanmugamMozhiyiyal - Ra. SeenivasanPothu Mozhiyiyal - Dr. Porko
Criticism
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Elakiyakalai - GanasampandanElakiyamum Thiranaaivu Kotpadukalum - K. PanchagamThiranaaivukkalai - T. S. Natarajan
Folklore & Mass Communication
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Ithazhiyal Kalai - Ma.ba. KurusamyMakkal Thakaval Thodarpiyal - Dr.S.Sreekumar & Dr. N. KrishnanNaattar Vazhakkatiyal - LourduNaattupuraviyal Aaivu - S.Sakthivel
Medieval and Bhakthi Literature
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Kalingkathu Parani - FullKuttala Kuravanchi - FullMastan Sahib Padalkal - AnanthapathuMeenakshi Ammai Pillai Tamil - FullMukkoodal Pallu - FullNaalayira Divya Prabandam - Perumal Thirumozhi (Kulasekara Azhvaar)Nanthikkalampakam - FullParaaparakanni - ThayumanavarThevaram(Appar Thevaram) - Thiruvathigai Veerattanam Pathigam (1,2,10,24,25,26,27,28,104)Thiruppaavai - AandaalThiruvasagam - Thirukothumpi, Thiruchazhal, Thiruthellenam
Grammar
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Nampi Akapporul - Except OzhibiyalNannool - Ezhuthu, CholThandiyalangaram - Except ChollaniyalTolkappiyam - Ezhuthu,Chol, PorulYapparungalakkarikai - Except Ozhibiyal
Comparative Literature
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Oppilakkiya Arimugam -ThamizhannalOppilakkiyam - SachithananthanOppiyal Ilakkiyam - K. Kailasapathi
History of Literature & History of Tamil Language
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Puthiya Nookil Tamil Ilakiya Varalaru - ThamizhannalTamil Ilakiya Varalaru - M. VaratharajanTamil Ilakiya Varalaru - T. P. Meenakshi SundaramTamil Mozhi Varalaru - S.Sakthivel
Education
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in History
The Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Assistant Professor in History within Kerala Collegiate Education.
75m
10s
#kerala-psc#assistant-professor#history#education#collegiate-education
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Early India
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Age of MahajanapadhasDevelopments in North West IndiaFeudalism DebateGuptas in Indian History- The Golden Age DebateIndian FeudalismIndus Valley Civilization- Origins- Mature Phase and DeclineRise of Magadha- Mauryan RuleSramanic Sects and the role they played in IndiaVedic and Later Vedic Ages
World History
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Agricultural and Industrial RevolutionsChinese and Arab CivilizationsChurch in the History of EuropeCold War- NAM- Decline of Soviet Union and Emergence of New World OrderDecline of Feudalism and Transitions into the Modern AgeDecline of the AncientFeudal Society- FeaturesFirst World War and League of NationsGeographical explorations and Establishment of ColoniesGlobalizationGreco- Roman CivilizationsNeolithic RevolutionPaleolithic Age- Mesolithic Age- Neolithic Age- Chalcolithic AgePolitical Revolutions- Glorious Revolution, American Revolution, French Revolution, Russian Revolution and Chinese RevolutionRenaissance, ReformationRise of Fascism and NazismRise of Nation StatesScientific RevolutionSecond World War and UNOUrbanization Features- Bronze Age Civilizations- Mesopotamia, Egypt and ChinaWest Asian Crises
Modern Kerala
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Aikya Kerala Movement- Sir C. P. Ramaswami Aiyar’s American ModelColonel Munroe as Resident- Diwan in Travancore and CochinEarly Resistance MovementsEMS ministry- Land and Educational Reforms- Coalition politics- VimochanasamaramFormation of the Kerala State-Gandhian Interventions- Khilafat- Malabar Rebellion- Vaikom Satyagraha- Non-co-operation movement- Salt Satyagraha- Guruvayur Satyagraha- Quit India MovementKerala Development model- Advantages and disadvantagesMigration- Internal and ExternalPolitical conferences- Ottapalam, Manjeri, Palakkad and VadakaraReforms of H. V. Canolly in MalabarSocio Religious Movements and Reforms in Kerala Society- Nature and Spread- Education- Family Structure- Reforms in Marriages, Inheritance, Social Mobility- Transformation of Matriliny - Demand for Rights- Major Reformers and MovementsSubsidiary Alliance with Cochin and TravancoreTemple Entry ProclamationTreaty of Seringapatam and British Malabar
South India
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Alwar and Nayanar MovementsChola State - FeaturesEmergence of Kingdoms- Pandya, Chalukya, PallavaEvolution of Regional Linguistic IdentitiesHoysala and Kakatiya DynastiesMegalithic- Iron Age ArchaeologyMuventasRoman TradeSangam AgeSocio- Political and Cultural Life in Early TamilakamSouth Indian Architecture- Religious: Pallava, Chola, Hoysala and Vijayanagara Features Secular: Bhamani and VijayanagaraVijayanagara and Bhamani Kingdoms
Contemporary India
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Ambedkar and the Making of ConstitutionAnti-globalisation movementsBig Dams, Evictions and People’s Resistance Movements- NBACaste Violence in IndiaCommunal Riots and Indian Society- Delhi Riots, Bombay Riots, Gujarat RiotsDalit, Adivasi strugglesDevelopment paradigms and social issues -Chipko movementFive Year PlansGreen, White and Blue Revolutions and its impactsIndian Constitution- Salient FeaturesIntegration of Princely States- Problems with Kashmir, Hyderabad and TravancoreLinguistic Reorganization and Formation of StatesMixed EconomyNAMNarasimha Rao– Manmohan Singh – Liberalisation, Privatisation, Globalisation (LPG)National EmergencyNationalization of BanksNehruvian EraRamjanmabhumi MovementSecessionist Movements and Threat to National IntegrationSingh and Mandal Commission Report- Anti Mandal Agitation
Research Methodology
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Analytical writing- Chapterisation- Citations- Styles (MLA, APA)- Bibliography- Index, Appendix- PlagiarismIdentification of a Research problem- Making a Research Plan- Working hypothesis- Collection of data-Primary and SecondaryMethods of Documentation- Arrangement of data- Analysis of sources- – Internal and External Criticism- Generalization- Formulation of final argumentSynthesis- Writing of research ReportWriting of Thesis and Research papers – Editing
Historiography
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Annales School- Origins- Generations- History of MentalitiesEnlightenment Historiography- Romanticist HistoriographyGreco- Roman HistoriographyHistorical Consciousness in Early India- Itihas- Purana Traditions- Kavya Traditions- Charitas-Historical Consciousness in Medieval India- Sultanate- Mughal Historiography- MangalkabyaMarxist Approaches- Classical Marxists- Frankfurt School- History From Below- Structural MarxismMedieval Historiography- St Augustine and Ibn KhaldunModern Indian Historiography- Colonial Historiography- Nationalist Historiograpy- Marxist Approaches - Subaltern Studies- Gender ApproachesPositivismPost Modern ApproachesRene Descartes- Anti- Cartesians- Giambattista VicoSubaltern Historiography
Pre-Modern Kerala
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AntecedentsBrahmin Migration and Settlements in KeralaChinese trade- Arab trade- Medieval AngadiesCultural SymbiosisDevadasi systemDisintegration of Perumal kingdomFormation of Nadus and SwarupamsManipravalam and Bhakti LiteratureMysorean InterludePerumals of Mahadayapuram - Features of administrationPortuguese and DutchStructural templesTrade guilds and land grantsVenad, Kochi, Kozhikkod and KolathunadVillage Communities and Sankethams
Modern India
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CommunalismEarly Resistance Movements – Rebellions by Peasants, Polygars, Adivasis, Artisans etcEmergence of Left MovementsEstablishment of British Rule- Mode of ConquestsGandhian Phase- Political Movements- Early interventions, Non Cooperation Movement, Civil Disobedience Movement, Quit India MovementHind Swaraj and Gandhian IdeologyHome Rule MovementINC – Safety Valve TheoryInfluence of Theosophical Society in Indian PoliticsInterventions of Bhagat Singh, Ambedkar, Periyar and Subhas Chandra Bose in Indian PoliticsKhadi MovementModerate and Extremist PhasesMount Batten Plan and Division of British IndiaNature of Colonial State- Revenue Settlements- Forms of Knowledge- Colonial ArchivesPeasant MovementsRevolt of 1857- Nature and ImpactRevolt of Indigo CultivatorsRise of Nationalism in India- FeaturesRomantic Nationalism, Cultural Nationalism and Tagore’s take on NationalismSocio- Religious MovementsTransfer of PowerTwo Nation Theory and Muslim LeagueWomen Movements
Medieval India
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Establishment of Sultanate in DelhiGrowth of Delhi – Expansion of influence of Delhi SultanateNature of administration under Sultanate – Turkan-i- Chihalghani- Iltutmish- Ala- ud- din Khalji, Muhammed bin TughlakRajputsSufism and Bhakti MovementThe MarathasThe Mughals- Sulh- i- kul- Revenue and Military administration- Mughal Architecture and Painting
Education
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in Statistics
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for Assistant Professor in Statistics in Collegiate Education Department.
75m
10s
#kerala-psc#statistics#collegiate-education#degree-level#assistant-professor
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Design of Experiments
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Basic principles of design of experiments, Gauss Markoff Theorem, CRD, RBD and LSD, Balanced Incomplete Block designs, Partially balanced incomplete block designs, Lattice designs, Analysis of co-variance for completely randomized and randomized block designs. Analysis of experiments with missing observations.Principles, factorial Designs (2 factor, General factor, 2^k factorial), Confounding techniques- Partial and Total, fractional factorial design.
Statistical Estimation Theory
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Loss function, prior distribution, Bayes theorem, posterior distributions, Bayes risk, Bayes principle, Bayes estimators.Large sample confidence intervals, UMA and UMAU confidence intervals, Shortest expected length confidence intervals, construction of confidence intervals using pivots.Methods of moments, Maximum likelihood estimation, Least square estimation and their properties.Sufficiency and minimal sufficiency, Exponential family of distributions, Factorization criterion. Unbiased estimation, Completeness, Ancillary statistics and Basu’s theorem, UMVUE estimators and their characterizations, Rao-Blackwell Theorem, Lehmann Scheffe Theorem, Fisher information measure and its properties, Cramer-Rao inequality. Consistent estimators, mean square error, CAN estimator.
Multivariate Analysis
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procedures of classification into one of two populations with known probability distributions, classification into one of two known multivariate normal populations, classification into one of several populations, principal component analysis and its properties, canonical variables and canonical correlations, factor analysis.Concepts of multivariate distributions, multivariate normal distribution(MND), marginal and conditional distributions, characteristic function of MND, estimation of mean vector and covariance matrix, Wishart distribution and its properties, distribution of simple, partial and multiple correlations based on samples from normal population, Hotelling’s T^2 and Mahalanobis D^2 statistics and their properties, multivariate Fisher Behren’s problem, testing independence of sets of variates, testing equality of covariance matrices and means, sphericity tests, testing the hypothesis that a covariance matrix equal to given matrix.
Stochastic Process
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Concept of Stochastic processes, examples, specifications, Markov chains, transition probability matrix, Chapman Kolmogorov equations, recurrence, transience and periodicity of states, classification of states, limiting probabilities, stationary distribution, ergodic theorem.counting process – inter arrival time and waiting time distributions. Poisson processes and properties, conditional distribution of arrival times, Generalization of Poisson processes (non-homogenous Poisson process, compound Poisson process, conditional mixed Poisson process), birth and death processes and applications to queueing models, Markovian queues, M/G/1, G/M/1 queues, multi server queues.Gamblers ruin problem and random Walk, branching processes (discrete time), probability of ultimate extinction.Renewal processes, renewal theorems and their applications, renewal reward process, regenerative processes, Brownian motion processes.
Probability Theory
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Concepts of probability, independence of events, addition theorem, multiplication theorem, conditional probability and Bayes theorem.Modes of convergence, Convergence in probability, in distribution, in rth mean, almost sure convergence and their inter-relationships.Discrete and continuous random variables, distribution function, density function, probability generating function, moment generating function, characteristic function, inversion formula and uniqueness theorem, expectation of random variables and its properties, moments, cumulants.Kolmogorov’s inequality, Weak law of large numbers, (Khinchine’s and Kolmogorov’s), Kolmogorov’s strong law of large numbers, Central limit theorems(CLT) for i.i.d random variables, Lindberg-Levy CLT, Liaponov’s CLT, Lindberg-Feller CLT.
Distribution Theory
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Continuous distributions- uniform, normal, exponential, double exponential, beta, gamma, Cauchy, Weibull, Pareto, log-normal and logistic distributions, Pearson system of distributions.Discrete distributions- binomial, Poisson, negative binomial, geometric, uniform, hyper geometric, power series and multinomial distributions.Joint, marginal and conditional distributions of order statistics of a random sample arising from continuous distributions, distribution of sample median and rangedistribution of the mean and variance of a random sample from normal population, Chi-square, t, and F distributions.Univariate random variables, distribution functions and their properties, bivariate distributions- joint, marginal and conditional distribution, independence of random variables.
Mathematical Methods for Statistics
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Elementary matrices, determinants, rank of a matrix, inverse, diagonal reduction, transformations, idempotent matrices, solution of linear equations, characteristic roots and vectors, Cayley- Hamilton theorem, algebraic and geometric multiplicity of characteristic roots, spectral decomposition, quadratic forms, classification and reduction of quadratic forms, generalized inverse, Moore-Penrose inverse- definition and existence, properties of generalized inverse.Multivariable functions, limit and continuity of multivariable functions, derivatives, directional derivatives and continuity, total derivative in terms of partial derivatives, optima of multivariable functions.Point wise convergence and uniform convergence of sequences and series of functions.definition, existence and properties, integration by parts, change of variable - Step functions as integrators. Reduction to finite sum, Improper integrals- Gamma and Beta integrals.
Testing of hypothesis
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Fundamental concepts of testing of hypothesis, Neyman-Pearson lemma, UMP tests, unbiased tests and UMPU tests, unbiased critical regions and similar regions, likelihood ratio tests, construction of sequential probability ratio tests, Wald’s identity, OC and ASN functions, Properties of SPRT.Goodness of fit tests- Chi square test and Kolmogorov Smirnov test, Sign test, Signed rank test, Run test, Median test, Mann-Whitney U-test, Wilcoxan test, Kruskall Wallis test
Regression Analysis
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Linear Regression Model, least squares estimation, Gauss Markov setup, properties of the estimates, maximum likelihood estimation, generalised least squares, Hypothesis testing - likelihood ratio test, F-test. Confidence intervals.Nonlinear regression, estimation and diagnosis methods for logistic and Poisson regressions.Polynomial regression in one and several variables, orthogonal polynomials, indicator variables, subset selection of explanatory variables, stepwise regression.Residual analysis, collinearity, non-constant variance and serial correlation, departures from normality, diagnostics and remedies
Sampling Theory
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Population, sample, sampling design, simple random sampling (SRS with replacement and without replacement, stratified random sampling, systematic sampling, cluster sampling, ratio estimators, regression estimators, probability proportional to size with replacement sampling, varying probability without replacement (Midzuno-Sen-Lahiri sampling strategy, Desraj, Horvic’s Thompson, Murthy’s), multiphase and mutistage sampling.
Education
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in Political Science
Recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission for the post of Assistant Professor in various subjects within Kerala Universities, involving a written test and an interview.
75m
11s
#kerala-psc#political-science#assistant-professor#degree-level#collegiate-education
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THEORIES AND CONCEPTS OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
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Bureaucracy and Development: Neutral and Committed bureaucracyFeatures of Liberal BureaucracyMerits and Demerits of Bureaucracy: Challenges of BureaucracyNature, Scope and Importance and ClassificationRole and ImportanceContemporary Approaches – Contingency Approach, Rational Choice Approach, Public Choice ApproachModern Approaches: Marxist, Ecological, Behavioral, Developmental, Decision Making, Structural FunctionalTraditional Approaches: Philosophical, Historical, ComparativeHuman Relation MovementMinno brook I : New Public Administration Minno brook II : New Public ManagementPolitics administration dichotomyScientific ManagementChallenges to Comparative Public AdministrationNature, Scope and Importance of Comparative Public AdministrationGlobalization and the concept of good governancerole of smart governance
MODERN POLITICAL ANALYSIS AND POLITICAL SOCIOLOGY
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Modernization and Political Development Political ParticipationPolitical Socialization Political CultureClassical and Normative approachesLiberal and Marxian approachesPositivism (Behaviouralism and PostBehaviouralism)Nature of Political Sociology – Marxian and WeberianState, Power, Authority and Legitimacy – monistic, pluralistic and eletistic viewsCommunication Theory and Game TheoryInput-Output Approach Structural-Functional Approach
THEORIES AND CONCEPTS OF INTERNATIONAL POLITICS
Sec 3
Concept of power: national power and national interestMeaning and nature of International Politics: Scope and significancecommunication theorydecision making approachidealism vs realismintegration theory and dependency theorysystems theoryBalance of power: balance of power in the post cold war eraBalance of power: Cold war modelCollective security: Meaning and importance, collective security under UNOfactors for the decline of old diplomacyRole and functionstypes of diplomacymajor determinants of foreign policynational interest and foreign policyrole of ideologyclassifications and limitations of international lawnature and functions
THEORIES OF COMPARATIVE POLITICS
Sec 4
Institutional, system, developmental, class and cultural theoriesauthoritarian statedemocratic statepost-colonial and corporate statenature, types and roleRule adjudication agency: independence of judiciary, rule of law and administrative lawRule application branch: types and functions of law enforcing agency: nominal vs real, single vs plural, parliamentary and presidentialRule making branch: role and functions of legislature under parliamentary and presidential systemInterest articulation and interest aggrigation: role of interest groups and political partiesMode of representation: territorial and functional, democratic and minority representations
TEACHING APTITUDE AND RESEARCH METHODS
Sec 5
activity-oriiented teachingnature and characteristics of teachingstudent-centered approachModern methods: role of audiovisual aidsTraditional method, lecture method, discussion methodrole of computer, smart phone and internet in teachingnature, meaning and characteristics of researcharticles, paper, seminars, workshops and discussionsBasics of writing thesisqualities of a good thesisstages of thesis preparation
CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN WORLD POLITICS
Sec 6
Emergence of ‘New cold warRise of Uni-polarism Uni-polarismMajor trends in the foreign policies of U.S.A., Russia, China, Japan and IndiaArms race and world peaceDifferent stages of Arms raceProcess of disarmament and arms controlASEAN, SAARCG-8 and G-20IMF, WTO EU and NATOEnviornmental issues: Climet change, global warming, enviornmental movements, issue of sustainable developmentGlobalization: nature and dimensions, impact on national sovereigntyHuman rights violations: impact of ethnic conflictsInternational terrorism: Causes and preventivesIndia and UNOrestructuring of UN charterRole of UN peace keeping forceUNO and world development
MODERN INDIAN SOCIAL AND POLITICAL IDEAS
Sec 7
role of Brahmasamajtheory of vedanthic socialismviews of cast systemA liberal nationalism: Gopalakrishna Gokhele, views on liberal and constitutional reformsExtrimist nationalism: Bala Gangadhar Thilak and the idea of militant nationalismConcept of truth and non-violenceRamarajya (ideal state)SathyagrahaJayaprakash Narayan and total revolutionM.N. Roy and the idea of new humanismRam Manohar Lohia and the concept of socialism, role of statetheory of social justiceviews on social democracy
SOCIETY AND POLITICS IN KERALA
Sec 8
Democratic Movements and Temple Entry StruggleGrowth of Representative InstitutionsKerala’s Caste-Class Structure in the Pre-Independence PeriodSocial Reform Movements: An analysisCoalition Politics and Trade UnionismLegislature– changing role and functionsPolitical parties and electoral PoliticsPanchayat Raj InstitutionsPeoples Planning Programmes Challenges and ProspectsIndustrial and Agricultural SituationKerala Model, Challenges and ProspectsLand reformsDalit, OBC, Women Empowerment movements
Indian Government and Politics
Sec 9
Characteristics and Ideology of the ConstitutionComposition of the Constituent AssemblyFundamental Rights and the Directive Principles of State Policy: their role and importancecentere-state relationsdemand for state autonomy and the formation of Thelungana StateKashmeer issue and the abrogation of article 370judiciary and social change, judicial reformsrole of legislature, executive and judiciary73 rd and 74 th constitutional AmendmentsEvolution of local boddies in IndiaRole of Panchayati Raj in rural developmentA Political issues: Castism and communalism, regionalism, separatism and the minority issuesB Economic issues: role of Niti Ayog, Implication of demonitisation, GST and the centere-state relations
MODERN WESTERN POLITICAL THOUGHT
Sec 10
J.J. Rousseau: Theory of General will and popular sovereigntyJohn Locke: Theory of double contract, limited governmentThomas Hobbes: Theory of social contract and political absolutismA Geremey Bentham: Felicific calculation, theory of law and punishmentJ.S. Mill: Individual liberty, views on representative governmentA W.F. Heggel: Dialectical stateT.H. Green: Political obligationAntonio Gramsci: Critique of orthodox marxism, hegemony and civil societyKarl Marx: Historical materialism, views on proletarian revolutionV.I. Lenin: Views on imperialism, role of communist partyHarold J. Laski: Theory of stateJohn Rolls: Justice and liberalism
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Sec 11
Meaning, nature and evolution of social science researchFormulation of research problem: concept, hypotheses and variablesTypes of research: qualitative vs quantitative, applied vs fundamentalexploratory, diagnostic and experimental researchstages of synopsis preparationprobability and non-probability sampling techniquesdata collectiontools of data analysisuse of computer and internet
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Assistant Professor of Commerce
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Advanced cost and Management Accounting
Sec 1
Accepting additional ordersAccounting for Equivalent ProductionActivity based costingBusiness IntelligenceClosing down or suspending activitiesComputation of PV Ratio and Break Even Point PricingConcept of Better DecisionCost Accounting StandardsCost Plus PricingCost volume profit analysisCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Driver Caused BudgetingEnterprise Performance Management (EPM)Enterprise resource Planning (ERP)fixation of selling priceInter process profitsJIT or Lean Manufacturing, steps, implementation, features, merits and demerits, role of JIT in elimination of waste, increasing profitabilityKey Factor AnalysisLabourMake or buy decisionsMarginal costingMaterialmeaningNew Product Pricing StrategiesoverheadOwn or LeasePareto analysis and Theory of ConstraintsPenetration Strategypractical application of Pareto AnalysisPricing MethodsPricing to earn targeted ProfitProcess Costing and its applications in different situationsProject Life Cycle CostingRevenue Management ConceptRole of Marginal costing in decision makingSell or further processSkimming Price PolicyStandard Costing and Variance AnalysisStrategic mapTotal Productivity Management (TPM)Transfer Pricing ApplicationsUniform costingVariable CostWork-in-Progress
Corporate Financial Accounting & Reporting
Sec 2
Accounting for Liquidation of CompaniesAccounting for Mergers, Acquisition and Reconstruction (internal and external)Accounting principles and Accounting StandardsAmalgamationBasic concepts of voyage accountsCalculation of Purchase ConsiderationCorporate Insolvency Resolution ProcessDeficiency/Surplus AccountDouble account systemEnvironmental AccountingFinal Accounts of Electricity ConcernsForensic AccountingHolding CompaniesHuman Resource AccountingIFRSInd ASInflation AccountingInsolvency and Bankruptcy Code 2016Insurance Claims and Investment AccountsInvestment AccountingLiquidator‘s Final Statement of AccountMethods of accounting for amalgamationPreparation of Consolidated Balance SheetPreparation of Statement of AffairsProactive Accountingpurposescope and functionsSocial Responsibility AccountingTreatment of incomplete VoyageTypes of AmalgamationVoyage Accounts
Financial Management
Sec 3
Accounting Rate of DiscountCapital StructureCapital Structure TheoriesCash ManagementCertainty equivalent MethodCombined Leveragecost of capitalCredit Policy DecisionsDebtors ManagementDecision Tree AnalysisDecisions in Financial Managementdiscounted payback periodDividend decisionsDividend policies of companiesEBIT-EPS AnalysisFactors determining Capital StructureFinancial leverageFinancing Decisions, Investing Decisions and Dividend DecisionsInventory management techniquesIRRLease FinancingLeverageLiquidity and ProfitabilityLong Term Capital Investment DecisionsManagement of working capitalMethods of assessing riskMethods of investment appraisalMonte Carlo Simulation MethodNPVOperating LeverageOptimum Capital StructurePay-back periodPoints of indifferenceProbability AnalysisProfitability IndexRatios for Assessing Liquidity, Profitability, Productivity, Leverage etc.Relevant School and Irrelevant SchoolRisk Adjusted Discount MethodRisk and Uncertainty in capital budgetingScenario AnalysisSensitivity AnalysisThe working capital cycleWalter’s Model, Gordon Model and MM approach to dividendWorking Capital financing decisions
Corporate Governance and Business Ethics
Sec 4
Ackerman‘s model of CSRAppointment, RemunerationAreas of CSRArguments for and against CSRAudit CommitteeBoard CommitteesBoard meetingsCommunication mechanism of corporate organisation with stake holdersComposition Power and ResponsibilitiesConceptual Framework of Corporate GovernanceCSR under Companies Act 2013DutiesEthics and valuesEvolution of Corporate GovernanceExecutive Directorsgreen governanceImportanceImportant ethical principles in business& Social AuditIndependent DirectorsInsider tradingLaw & ethicsLegal framework of Corporate and administrative frameworkMajor Stakeholders of a Corporate Body and their goalsObjectives of Corporate GovernancePowers, Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrinciples of Corporate GovernanceReforms in the Companies Actregulatory framework of corporate governance in IndiaRelevanceResponsibilities and PowersRole of ethics in businessScopeSEBI guidelines and clause 49Secretarial AuditStatutory OfficersTheories and Models of Corporate GovernanceVarious Committees on Corporate GovernanceWhistleblowing and Corporate Governance
International Business and Finance
Sec 5
ADBADRASEANAsset market modelBalance of PaymentBRICSCash and spot exchange ratesCauses and correctionsconvertibility of Indian rupeecross ratesDeveloped and Developing CountriesDisequilibriumECBsEUExchange rate behaviourExchange rate determinationExchange rate of rupeeFactors affecting international investmentFCBsFIIForecasting exchange rateforeign exchange marketforeign exchange market participantsforeign exchange rate and quotation forward marketsforeign exchange tradingForward MarketFPIFranchisingFree Trade Area, Customs Union, Common Market and Economic UnionFutures marketGDRHedging against foreign exchange exposureIFC, MIGA and ICSIDInternational financial marketsInternational InvestmentsInternational MarketingJoint VenturesLegal framework of International BusinessLicensingmeasuring exchange rate movementsMethods of entry into foreign marketsMultinational Companies (MNCs) and Host CountriesNAFTAOPECoptions marketPortfolio balancing modelPromotional role played by IMFPurchasing power parity theoryrecent trends in exchange rateRegional BlocksRegulatory role played by WTO&UNCTADSAARCSignificance of foreign investmentsSpot and forward exchangeStages of internationalization of businessStrategic AlliancesSubsidiaries and Acquisitionsswap marketSWIFT MechanismTheoretical Foundations of International BusinessTheories and models of exchange rateTypes of foreign investmentWorld Bank & its affiliates
Income Tax & Goods and Service Tax
Sec 6
Advance paymentAllowancesassessment of companies, firms, HUF and co-operative societiesBasis of ChargeBenefits of GSTBlock of assetscapital gainCGSTChallenges for the introduction of GST in IndiaclubbingComputationComputation of allowable depreciationcomputation of Gross Total income and Total IncomeConcept of TDS &TCSDeductionsDeemed ownershipDepreciationExempted IncomeExemptionsFramework of GST in IndiaGoods outside the scope of GSTGSTGST BillGST Common PortalGST CouncilGSTINGSTNHSNIGSTIncidence of taxIncome from House Propertyincome from other sourcesIncome from Salaryincome tax authoritiesIndirect TaxLevy and collection of tax, time, value and place of supply and input tax creditLimitationsNeed for GST in IndiaNeed for Tax PlanningPrecautions in Tax Planningprofits and gains of business or professionResidential Status of different assessesSACsetoff and carry forwardsSGSTStages and evolution of GST in IndiaSubsuming of taxesTax AuditTax Planning in relation to Heads of IncomeTax planning, Tax Evasion, Tax avoidance, Tax managementtypes of assessmentTypes of return of incomeUTGST
Research Methodology & Quantitative Techniques
Sec 7
Analysis of dataAnalysis of VarianceAPA and MLA Format in writing references and BibliographyAssumptions of ANOVACitationcitation and impact factorcross-sectional and time series research designsEconometric ModelsEconometricsHistory of Social Science ResearchLinear Relationship of VariablesMeasures of central tendency, dispersion, correlation, regression, t-test, Chi-square test, factor analysismeasures to overcome plagiarismMethodology of EconometricsNormality of DistributionsNormality Test using descriptive statisticsOrdinary Least Squares (OLS)parametric and nonparametric testsPlagiarism in researchesRegression assumptions and types of regressionsreliability and validity testsReport writingResearch ethics in social scienceResearch Hypothesesresearch processsamplingscalingSimple and Multiple Regressionstatistical tools, univariate, bivariate and multivariateTechniques of ANOVAtypes of datatypes of researchtypes of research designsvariables
Portfolio Management & Derivatives
Sec 8
Application of CAPM (CML & SML)Arbitrage Pricing Theory (APT)AssumptionsCapital Asset Pricing Model(CAPM)Capital Market theoryClassification of DerivativesCommodity ExchangesConcept of Risk free Assets and Risky AssetsConcepts of Lending & Borrowing in Construction of PortfolioConstruction of Efficient PortfolioCurrency Derivatives MarketDerivatives Trading in stock exchangesdevelopmentEMHExchange Traded and OTC Derivatives Market, Commodity and FinancialFactor ModelFama French Three Factor Modelformula plansForward Contractsfundamental analysisFuture ContractsHedging through derivativesHistory and Economic Benefits of DerivativesLot SizeMargin RequirementsMarkowitz Portfolio Construction ProcessMarkowitz Portfolio TheoryOption ContractsPayoff and settlement of Option Contracts, forward and future contractsBenchmarks, Sharpe Reward to Variability RatioFama‘s Decomposition ModelJensen‘s Performance IndexTreynor Reward to Volatility RatioPortfolio Evaluationportfolio revisionportfolio riskSecurity AnalysisSettlement of TransactionsSharpe‘s Single Index Modelstructure of swap dealing for risk managementSwapstechnical analysisUnderlying Asset
Management and Organisational Behaviour
Sec 9
Basic forces of group behaviourBasic motivational conceptsBenchmarkingBottom of pyramid approachBuilding and maintaining the self-values, attitudes and job satisfactionCharacteristicsCharacteristics of workgroupCore competenceDynamics of effective operating groupsElementsEmerging challenges and opportunities for OBEvolution of TQMGroup dynamic and inter group relationshipsHistorical evolution schools of management thoughtHRM approach to managing and controlling performanceIntroduction to managementJapanese Management Systemjob analysisKorean Management systemLeadership and ManagementMajor contributors to management thoughtMajor personality attributes influencing organization behaviourmodern techniques in managementNature, Scope and Functions of Human Resource ManagementOrganisational Culture, Organizational developmentPerformance Appraisal and Job evaluationPillars of TQMPrinciples of managementQuality circleQuality of Work LiferecruitmentScope of TQMSix SigmaKaizenStyles and skills in leadershipTeam managementTheories of LeadershipTheories of ManagementTheories of motivationTheories of personalityTQMTrainingWork group behaviour and productivityWork Life Balance
Financial Markets and Services & Investment Management
Sec 10
behavioural biases on financial decision makingbehavioural financecapital marketcapital market services & money market servicescomponents of personal financecorporate and personal investmentdepository systemdimensions of investmentfee-based servicesfinancial literacyfinancial modellingfund based servicesIndian financial systeminsider tradingintermediariesmoney marketonline tradingrationality in decisionsrole of SEBIstock exchangestheoriestheories of modern finance and behavioural financetypes of financial servicesvarious investment avenuesways to overcome biases
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Assistant Professor in Chemistry
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Analytical, Environmental, Material and Supramolecular chemistry
Sec 1
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
Sec 2
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
Sec 3
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
Sec 4
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
Sec 5
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
Sec 6
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. Protein denaturation - Synthesis of stereo regular polymers. Ziegler-Natta catalyst. Polymers in organic synthesis - supports, reagents and catalysts. Biodegradable polymers biopolymersPhotochemical 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.Spectrocopic 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
Sec 7
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 heatcapacity 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
Sec 8
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.Temperature dependence of conductivity, carrier density and carrier mobility in semiconductors - Superconductivity, Photoconductivity Photovoltaic effect.X-ray diffraction by crystals: Applications and calculations using Bragg’s equation and indexing methods. Different types of Crystal defects and consequences
Inorganic Chemistry-2
Sec 9
Construction of energy level diagrams. Correlation diagram. Method of descending symmetry. Term symbols; Correlation diagrams for d^n and d^10 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. Structure 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.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 complexes
Organic Chemistry-2
Sec 10
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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Assistant Professor in Sociology
The Kerala PSC Assistant Professor recruitment is for eligible candidates in various subjects for the post of Assistant Professor in the Collegiate Education Department. The selection process typically involves a written test and a personal interview.
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Introductions to Social Research Methods
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– Report Writing & Reference Steps in Report Writing, Components of a Research Report, Citation styles-In text Reference and end notes.–Data Collection –Major Methods Survey – Sample survey and Census--- Document based research (Secondary data research)---- Case Study ,Ethnography-Visual Ethnography, Experimental Research, Participatory Research and Action (PRA) ---- Content analysis, Life History.An Overview of the Research Process ---Basic steps in research: Statement of the Research Problem --- Review of Literature ---- Pilot Study ---Objectives\ Research Questions---- Hypotheses --- Concept—Variables--Research Design--Universe and Unit-Sampling-Probability and Non probability Methods---Data Collection---- Tools of Data Collection --- Pre - test, Data Analysis and Interpretation --- Reporting the Findings and Conclusions.Classifications of Social Research ----Based on purpose: Exploratory, Descriptive and Explanatory ---Based on methodology/strategy: Quantitative and Qualitative, Mixed ----Based on outcome/result: Basic, Applied, Action and Participatory.Introduction to Social Research ---Social Research: Definition, Nature and Objectives, Paradigms of research: positivist,---interpretive and critical-----Relation between Sociological Theory and Research---Deductive and Inductive.
Sociology of Indian Society
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Approaches to the study of Indian Society – Indological Approach – G.S.Ghurge – Structural Approach – M.N.Srinivas, Marxian Approach – A.R.Desai Subaltern approach – Dr.B.R.Ambedkar.Basis of Indian Society – Cultural and Ethnic diversity, diversities in respect of language, caste, religion, race and culture unity in diversity – geographic demographic, religious, cultural, political and linguistic.Contemporary issues in Indian Society – Regionalism, terrorism, inequalities of caste and gender, caste conflicts, ethnic rivalry, communalism, corruption, cyber crimes, violence against women and children, family disharmony-domestic violence, dowry, divorce, child abuse, human trafficking.Indian Social Institutions – Caste, class, marriage and family, kinship, religion, joint family – features, degree of jointness. Caste – features, politicization of caste, caste associations, structural and functional changes in family. Recent trends in marriage – kinship organization in south india.Rural and Tribal communities in India – Demographic features, rural economy, changing socio-cultural life style. Tribal movements. New initiatives in rural development – democratic decentralization, people’s participation and community development programmes, Panchayat Raj--- Status of Women in rural India -- Agrarian Unrest
Classical Sociological Traditions.
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August Comte --- Law of Three Stages --- Hierarchy of Sciences --- Social Statics and Social Dynamics ---Critique of ComteEmile Durkheim --- Intellectual background -- Contribution to methodology--sociology as a science- social fact – definition- types--- Division of Labour-mechanical and organic solidarity--- Theory of Suicide- distinctive sociological approach-types of suicide – problems of integration of the individual with society --- Theory of Religion-emergence and role of religion- structure of religion-sacred and profane –religious rituals –their types-social role of religious beliefs and rituals.George Simmel--Formal Sociology---Sociation and Group Formation ---Philosophy of Money --- Relationships and Social Types --- Modernity-Metropolis.Herbert Spencer ---- Evolutionary Theory and Social Darwinism --- Organic Analogy -- Militant and Industrial Societies --- Critique of Spencer.Karl Marx --- Intellectual background-- Marxian Dialectical materialism--- Materialistic interpretation of History----- Stages of transformation of human society---- Mode of production and social structure –basic structure and super----structure- emergence of capitalism ---- Emergence of class and class conflict –proletariat revolution--- future of capitalism – classless society- future of state -- Concepts of Surplus Value- Alienation – Factors responsible for alienation.Max Weber --- Intellectual Background---- -- Sociology as an interpretive science --Theory of social action – types of social action ---Relation between Protestant ethics and emergence of capitalism --- Theory of Authority-authority and power- types of authority- features -- Theory of bureaucracy --- Concept of Status, class, power, ideal types.
Basic Concepts in Sociology
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Basic Concept ---- Society, Community, Association, Institution, Culture - Definition and Characteristics --- Types of society—Hunting and gathering, Pastoral, Horticultural, Agrarian, Industrial.Functional Elements of society—Social Status ,role, leadership, authority Social Control – Definition and types of Social control- Agencies of social control—Customs ,folkways, mores, values, norms, fashion, social conformity and DevianceSocial Groups – Definition, Characteristics and Classification of group.Social Institutions - Meaning and Characteristics.Social Interaction-Conjunctive processes –co-operation, Accommodation, Assimilation .Disjunctive Processes-Competition, conflict.Social Stratification- Origin of stratification, characteristics and functions, Types – Caste, Class, Estate. Social mobility—Types.Social Structure – Definition and Elements of Social Structure.
Sociology of Development
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Changing conceptions of development – social development, economic growth, human development, sustainable development.Global scenario of Development – Globalization a n d Global inequalities in Development. Role of world bank IMF, WTO and multinational corporations k n o w l e d g e economy, information society, consumerist society, processes o f liberalization, privatization and globalization, consequences of globalization in the third world countries.Indian Experiences of Development – Appraisal of Five Year Plans, consequences of Economic reforms – Impact of globalisation of Indian Society – Impact of Technology on development. Disparities in development – regional and religious development of the marginalized caste, class, tribe, gender.Issues, Implications and Challenges of Urbanisation in India Economic issues: Poverty, Unemployment and Inequity in resource access. Environmental issues: Ecological imbalance, Degeneration of resources, pollution,Waste disposal and sanitation Socio-Cultural issues: Inequality (class, caste and gender), Cultural invasion andchanges in life styles and culture, Impact of global culture on local communities,Caste polarization, Communalism and regionalism Infrastructure and amenities: Water, Energy (power and fuel), Housing, Road,Transport & Communication, Health care services, Education Displacement: Forest eviction, Development Projects (Highways, Dams, SpecialEconomic Zones, Firing Range, Large scale industries, Malls and Commercial Complexes, etc.)Theories of development – Modernalization Theory – Daniel Lerner Dependency theory – A.G.Frank World system theory – Immanuel Wallerstein Alternative Development Model – Mahatma Gandhi and SchumacherFrankfurt School – Jurgen Habermas.Urban Planning and development – need for urban planning in India – Problems of Urban Planning – Urban Development issues – urban poverty, Housing and slums, Transport, Crime, Juvenile delinquency, urban pollution and environmental problems, issues of the displaced.
Structure and Function in Sociological Theory
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Conflict Theory---- Conflict Perspective: Influence of Marx, Weber and Simmel ---- The Dialectical Conflict Theory --Ralph Dahrendorf --- The Conflict Functionalism: Lewis A. Coser ---- conflict and Geopolitical Theory: Randall CollinsPhenomenology---- The idea of Phenomenology: Edmund Husserl----- Phenomenological Interactionism: Alfred Schutz ---- Social Construction of Reality: Peter Berger and Thomas Luckmann Ethnomethodology: Harold Garfinkel.Social anthropological tradition: ----Malinowski , Radcliffe-Brown -- Empirical functionalism: Robert K. Merton --- Analytical Functionalism: Talcott Parsons --- Linguistic Tradition: Ferdinande de-Saussure, --Structuralism of Claude Levi-StraussSymbolic Interactionalism ---Theory of Mind, Self and Society: G.H.Mead-- Theory of Looking Glass self: C.H.Cooley---- Interpretative approach: Herbert Blumer ---- Dramaturgical Analysis: Erving Goffman
Kerala Society
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Contemporary issues and social changes in Kerala ----Demographic – Fertility --- mortality--- migration, consumerism, degradation of environment, social exclusion of weaker sections, abuse of elderly problems of migrant workers, child labour, white collar crime, suicide, prostitution, violence against women, rape and murder, house breaking and burglary.Formation of Modern Kerala: Polity and Society ---Movements for Representation in Government- Nivarthana Movement, Cochin Praja Mandal Peasant and Working class Movements: Kaiyur, Punnapra-Vayalar, Aikya Kerala Movement-Agrarian Reforms and Consequences --- Land reforms – peasant protests --Issues and reactions of marginalised community --- tribal movements ---plachimada ---etc—Marginalized Communities in Kerala --- Problems of SC, ST, OBCs, fish workers, problems of the elderly women.Social Structure and Processes in Early Kerala Society Cultural transformation-Bhakti cult, foreign trade, spread of Brahmin settlements Development of Malayalam. Emergence of Feudal era- Temple as landlord, Janmi System, Kalari system, Dynamics in Kinship and Family: Family, marriage a n d kinship – origin o f Marumakkathayam. Matriliny – characteristics, features, patriliny – characteristics, features, transition in matrilineal family marriage and kinship.Social Transformation: Caste and Religion Caste based Disabilities in Kerala, Social Reformers and their influence in Anti-caste Struggles, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyankali, Sahodaran Aiyyappan--,Anti-caste Movements –Vaikom Satyagraha, Guruvayoor Satyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation.--- Cultural Symbiosis ----Religious Pluralism and Religious HarmonyUnderstanding Kerala Society – Historical perspective - pre-historic period, ancient period, early medieval period, colonial era, post colonial period. Formation of Kerala State, growth of malayalam tradition. Aryan and Dravidian influence, Major religious and linguistic groups in Kerala.
Current Debates in Social Theory
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Critical Theory - Re-emergence of Frankfurt School – M Hokheimer --T .Adorno --- Habermas: Theory of Communicative Action – Public Sphere - Life WorldIntegrative Developments ---Micro – Macro, Agency – Structure, Individual – Society—George Ritzer : Integrated Sociological Paradigm , Mcdonalization and Globalization &Globalization--Anthony Giddens: Structuration Theory & Juggernaut of Modernity ---Jeffery C Alexander -Multidimensional Sociology --Randall Collins – The Micro Foundations of Macro SociologyPost Modern Developments ----Post Modernism – Origin and Development --Ulrich Beck- Risk Society ---Jean Baudrillard- Hyper Reality, Simulacra ---Jean Francois Lyotard - The Postmodern Condition --Edward Said – Orientalism .-Post Structural Developments ---Post Structuralism – Origin and Development, M. Foucault: Discourse Analysis –History of Sexuality, Power-Knowledge-Discipline and Punish , J. Derrida: Deconstruction.Reflexive Sociology ----Pierre Bourdieu: Theory of Capital – Habitus and Field, Language and Symbolic Power
Sociology, the discipline
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Development of Sociology -- as a discipline in India -A brief historical outline.Sociology as a Science- Scope of the subject and comparison with other Social Sciences.The emergence of Sociology -- Impact of industrial revolution and new mode of production on society--and economy--- The emergence of capitalistic mode of production –nature and features of capitalism --- The Enlightenment and its impact on thinking and reasoning.-Social and Intellectual forces contributing to the rise and development of Sociology- The Institutionalization of Sociology.The uses of Sociology---Introduction to applied Sociology -Sociology and Social Problems —Sociology and Social Change — Sociology and Social Policy and Action — Sociology and Development — Sociology and Professions.
Advanced Social Research Methods
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Introduction to the Research Strategies ---Quantitative and Qualitative- Central issues of Epistemology and OntologyQualitative Data Analysis:---General Strategies- Analytic Induction and Grounded Theory, Basic operations in Qualitative Data Analysis --- thematic and narrative analysis --- Criticisms of Qualitative Research --- Triangulation: Complementarities of different Social Research Methods.Qualitative Research: Nature and definition of Qualitative Research- the main steps-theory and research- Reliability and Validity in Qualitative research – conceptual ---framework in Qualitative Research, Major Preoccupations in Qualitative Research--- Descriptive nature, emphasis on process, flexibility in research, Basic designs of Qualitative Research- Case Study, Narrative Research, Phenomenology, Ethnography and Participant Observation, Interview and Focus Group Discussion.Quantitative Research ---- Definition of Quantitative Research --, Concepts and their Measurement--- Reliability and Validity in Quantitative Research--- Issues of Causality---Generalization and Replication.Quantitative Research Process ---Main steps in Quantitative Research-- Major Quantitative Designs: Cross-sectional and Longitudinal, Instrument design: Structured Interviewing and Questionnaires--- Data Collection-Primary and Secondary data---Data Analysis and Processing---Tabulation and Cross Tabulation, Criticisms of Quantitative Research.
Education
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Assistant Professor in Sanskrit Sahitya
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Drama
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AbhijnanasakuntalamAscharyachoodamaniMalavikagnimitramMrchakadikamSvapnavasavadattamUttararamacharitamVeneesamharamVikramorvaseeyam
Linguistics
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Analogy and Phonetic changesModern linguistics - Saussure and Noam ChomskyPhonetic LawsSemantics and Compounds
Manuscriptology
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Ancient ScriptsCollection, Preservation and Publication of ManuscriptsTextual CriticismTranslation studies
Six Systems of Indian Philosophy
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Arthasamgraha of LokakshibhaskaraKadopanishadNyayasiddhantamuktavali (Sabda Khanda only)Samkhyakarika (Karikas only)
Poetics
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Auchityavicharacharcha – IDhanyaloka (III & IV)Kavyaprakasa ( V- X )Rasagangadhara - IVakroktijeevitam - IVyaktiviveka - I
Prose & Champu
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Chamburamayanam(Balakandam)Dasakumaracharitam (I-V)Kadambari - Mahasvetavrttantam
History of Sanskrit Literature
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Classical LiteratureContribution of Kerala to Sanskrit LiteratureVedic Literature
Dramaturgy
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Dasarupakam - IKavyamimamsa (4,5,10 & 14)Natyasastram ( I & VI )Sahityadarpanam (I- II )
Sanskrit Grammar
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Karakaprakaranam (Vaiyakaranasiddhantakaumudi)Niruktam - ISamasa (Vaiyakaranasiddhantakaumudi)Sandhi (Vaiyakaranasiddhantakaumudi)
Poetry
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Keralodayam IKiratarjuneeyam -IKumarasambhavam -VMeghadutam (Purvamegha)Naishadeeyacharitam -IRaghuvamsam -XIVSisupalavadham -I
Technical
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Assistant Professor Physics
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Lasers and fibre Optics
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Education
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Mathematics – Assistant Professor
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Linear Algebra
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algebra of linear transformationsAlgebra of matricesbasiscanonical formsCayley-Hamilton theoremChange of basisdiagonal formsdimensionEigenvalues and eigenvectorsInner product spacesJordan formslinear dependencelinear equationsMatrix representation of linear transformationsorthonormal basisQuadratic formrank and determinant of matricessubspacestriangular forms-rational formsVector spaces
Complex Analysis
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Analytic functionsArgument principleCauchy Reimann equationsCauchy’s theorem and Cauchy’s integral formulaComplex integrationComplex numbersConformal MappingsLaurent seriesLiouvillis theoremMaximum modulus principleMobius transformationMorera’s theoremopen mapping theorempolar formPower seriesproperties of complex numbersreal integrals using complex integrationresiduesSchewarz lemmaSingularities and its classifcationZeros of analytic functions
Functional Analysis
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Banach spacesBounded operatorsclosed graph theoremContinuity of linear mapsHahn Banach spacesHilbert spaces ProjectionsNormal, unitary and self adjoint operatorsNormed Linear spacesOpen mapping theoremuniform boundedness principle
Topology
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BaseCompact spaceconnected spacescontinuitycountability propertieslocally compact spaceMetric spacesone point compactifcationpathwise connectednessProduct topologyQuotient spacesSeparation axiomssubbaseTopological spaces
Real Analysis
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Bolzano Weierstrass theoremContinuityconvergencediferentiabilityDouble and triple integralsHeine Borel theoremImproper Integralslim inflim supMean value theoremRiemann sums and Riemann integralRolle’s theoremSequences and seriesSequences and series of functions-uniform convergenceuniform continuity
Ordinary Diferential & Partial Equations
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Cauchy problem for frst order PDEsClassifcation of second order PDEsExistence and uniqueness of solutions of initial value problems for frst order ordinary diferential equationsGeneral solution of higher order PDEs with constant coefcientsGeneral theory of homogenous and non-homogeneous linear ODEsLagrange and Charpit methods for solving frst order PDEsMethod of separation of variables for Laplace, Heat and Wave equationssingular solutions of frst order ODEssystem of frst order ODEs
Abstract Algebra
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Cayley’s theoremclass equationscyclic groupsDirect productsFundamental theorem for abelian groupsGroupshomomorphismsisomorphismsnormal subgroupspermutation groupsquotient groupssubgroupsSylow theorems
Theory of Numbers
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Chinese Remainder Theoremcongruencesdivisibility in ZEuler’s Ø-functionEuler’s theoremFermat’s theoremFundamental theorem of arithmeticprimitive rootsWilson’s theorem
Real Analysis (continued)
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directional derivativeFourier seriesFunctions of several variablesinverse and implicit function theoremsLebesgue integralLebesgue measurepartial derivativeSpecial functions- Beta and Gamma functions
Abstract Algebra (continued)
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Euclidean domainfeld extensionsFieldsfnite feldsGalois TheoryidealsPolynomial rings and irreducibility criteriaprime and maximal idealsprincipal ideal domainquotient ringsRingsunique factorization domain
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Lecturer in Arabic
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Modern Poetry in Arabic
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A general survey of the following literary schools and trends in Arabic literature with special reference to modern poetry: Neo-classicism, Pro-romanticism, Romanticism, European Realism, Socialist Realism, Surrealism, Existentialism, Symbolism, Free verse and Blank Verse- Resistance poetry and Palestine issue – New experimental poetry in Arabic.Background of Literary revival in Arab countries with special reference to Egypt, Lebanon, Syria and Iraq - Pillars of literary awakening – Pioneers of renaissance.Literary Movements: Madrasat al-Diwan, Apollo Movement, Mahjar literature in north and south Americas. – Development of modern Arabic poetry in various Arab countries – Salient features of modern Arabic poetry- A brief account of prominent modern Arabic poets and their works – Women poets in modern Arabic.
Classical Literature in Arabic
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Intellectual awakening during Abbasid period: Translation movement- Bait al-Hikma- Historical, geographical, philosophical and scientific works in medieval Arabic – Arab philosophers, historians and scientists : al-Kindi, Ibn Sina, al-Razi, al-Farabi, al-Ghazzali, al-Mas'udi, al-Tabari, Ibn Batuta, al-Khawarazmi, Jabir ibn Hayyan.Salient features of Abbasid Poetry , Important Poets : Bashar, Abu Nuwas, Abu al-Atahiya, Muslim bin al-Walid, Abu Tammam, al-Buhuturi, al-Mutanabbi, Abu Ala' al-Ma'arri ...etc.Salient features of Abbasid Prose, Prominent writers : Abdullah ibn al-Muqaffa', al-Jahiz, Ibn Qutayba, al-Hamadani, al-Hariri ...etc. . Forms of prose literature: Maqama, Tawqi at, Risala writing, fictional, scientific‟ and artistic writing, Alf Layla wa layla, Ikhwan al-SafaArabic Literature and Arts in the Middle ages: Prose and poetry during Fatimid, Ayyobid, Mamlook and Ottoman periods – prominent figures and works – Ibn Khaldun and his Muqaddima – Ibn Khallikan, al-Busiri, Ibn KathirDevelopment of Arabic literature in Spain: Muslims in Spain – Prose and Poetry – Muwashshahat and Zajl – Notable literary figures: Ibn Hani', Ibn Zaydun, Ibn Khaffaja, Lisanuddin ibn al-Khatib, Ibn Abdi Rabbihi, Ibn Rushd, Ibn Shuhayd, Ibn Tufayl, Ibn al-ArabiIslamic Poetry: Mukhdaram poets – Impact of Islam and Qur'an on poetry – Approach of Islam to poetry – Pious Califs and poetry.Islamic Prose: Qur'an – Its revelation and compilation – I'jaz al-Qur'an – Tafsir literature – Hadith Literature – collection and compilation of hadith – Sihah Sita.Pre-Islamic Poetry: Origin and development of pre-Islamic poetry – Sources of poetry – Salient features – Place of poetry in the Arab life - Important poetry collections – Mu'allaqat and authors – Other important Jahiliyya poets.Pre-Islamic Prose: Jahiliyya Prose – Oratory and orators, Saj', Proverbs and other forms of prose literature.Umayyad Poetry: Umayyad Society – Nature and development of Naqa'id, Political and Ghazal poetry – Famous poets.Umayyad Prose: Characteristic features – Orators – Risala writers – Literary criticism – Development of Umayyad prose style.
History of the Arabs
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Ancient Arabia: Characteristics – Geographical and political condition , Ancient Arabian Kingdoms , Socio-religious life - Ayyam al-ArabProphet Muhammad and his early life in Makkah , Advent of Islam (610-622) : Revelation, secret and public preaching – Persecution of Makkans – Migration to Abysinia –Taif Visit – Pledges of Aqaba – Migration to Yathrib , Islam in Madina (622- 632)– Ansars, Muhajirs and Jews – The great battles of Badr, Uhad, Khandaq – Treaty of Hudaybiyya and Conquest of Makkah – Battles of Hunayn, Khaibar, Mutat etc. – Expedition to Tabuk – Prophet s‟ pilgrimage and demiseThe Abbasid Dynasty (750-1258) – Establishment and expansion of the Abbasid kingdom , The Great Abbasids – al-Saffah, al-Mansur, al-Mahdi, Harun al-Rashid, al-Amin, al-Ma mun, al-Mu tasim, al-‟‟ Mutawakkil – The Bermakids – Later Abbasis , Fall of Baghdad: Causes and courseThe Pious Caliphate ( 632-661) : Abu Bakar al-Siddiq: his accession to Khalifate and rule – The ridda wars – services to Islam and Military expeditions , Umar bin al-Khatab : administration and expeditions , Services , Murder of Umar , Uthman bin Affan : administration and services to Islam , Internal problems and assassination of Uthman , Ali bin Abi Talib :Personality , Conflict between Ali and Mu awiya , Civil wars: Jamal and Siffin , Execution of Ali „The Umayyad Dynasty (661-750) – Establishment of the Umayyad dynasty – Husayn and the massacre of Karbala , Umayyad rulers: Mu awiya – Yazid – Abdul Malik – Walid – Umar bin Abdil Aziz - Hisham – Marwan II
History of Arabic Journalism and Film
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History and development of Arab Cinema in Egypt – Silent Movies – Egyptian movies during the World Wars – New Cinema in 60s & 70s – Egyptian films & Media – Literature & Films – Studio Misr – Cairo Film Festival- Censorship in Egypt , Prominent film personalities in Egypt: Yousuf Shahin, Salah Abu Sayf, Husayn Kamal, Kamal al-Sheikh, Henry Barakat, Hassan al-Imam,History of Arabic journalism , Role of journalism in literary and political awareness , Prominent newspapers, journals in Arabic , Press personalities in the Arab world , Electronic journalism in ArabicDevelopment of Arabic journalism in India – Arabic journals and periodicals in Kerala
Contemporary Arab world
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Arab world under European colonization – The 'Eastern Question' – Colonisation of various Arab countries by France, Britain and ItalyAttempts of reform in Arab countries – Islamic reform movements – Political, religious and intellectual awakeningFrench occupation of Egypt – Egypt under Mohammed Ali PashaThe Arab countries under the Ottomon rule – Political, economic and social conditions – Attempts of resistance to and cession from the Ottomon ruleThe Arab nations before the Ottomon rule – a general surveyThe Arab revolt against the Ottomon rule – The British. French and Italian occupation of the various Arab countries – Freedom movements.The Arab world during the First World War till the present day
Indian Arabic Literature
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Contribution of notable personalities to Arabic and Islamic literature like Shah Valiyyullah al-Dahlawi, Ghulam Ali Azad al-Bilgrami, Anwar Shah al-Kashmiri, Abd al-Haqq Muhaddis al-Dahlawi, Abd al-Hayy al-Hasni, Zayn al-Din al-Makhdum al-Saghir, Fadl Haqq Khayrubadi, Fayd al-Hasan Saharanburi, al-Qadi Umar al-Bilanquti, Siddiq Hasan Khan al-Kanuji, Shybli al-Nu'mani, al-Sayyid Sulaiman al-Nadwi, Mas'ud Alam al-Nadwi, Abu al-Hasan Ali al-Nadwi, Abu Layla Muhammad bin Meeran, Dr. Mohiyi al-Din al-Aluwaiy, Muhammad Wadih Rashid al-Nadwi, Muhammad al-Rabi' al-Nadwi, etc.Development of Arabic Language and its literature in Kerala- Advent of Islam to Malabar – Arabic poetry in Kerala and stages of its development – Important Arabic poets in Kerala – Arabi-Malayalam script - Arabic studies in Kerala – Centres of Arabic learning – Future of Arabic in Kerala.Development of Arabic studies in India – A general survey of educational institutions like Dar al-Uloom, Deoband; Nadwat al-Ulama, Lecknow; Aligarh Muslim university, Jamia Millia Islamic university, New Delhi, Jamia Salafiyya, Varanasi, Da'ira al-Ma'arif, Hyderabad, Baqiyat al-Salihat, Vellore, etc.Historical background of Indo-Arab relations- Development of Arabic language and literature in India– A general survey of Indian contribution and works in Arabic in the field of Arabic and Islamic sciences like literature, Tafsir, Hadith, Jurisprudence, Grammar, Biography, History, Philosophy, Theology, Linguistics, Poetics and General science.Significance of the famous Indo-Arabic works like: Hujjatullah al-Baligha, Subhat al-Marjan, Nuzhat al-Khawatir, Tuhfat al-Mujahidin, Mada Khasira al-Alam bi Inhitat al-Muslimin, Fath al-Kabir, Taj al-Arus, Fath al-Muin, al-Muslimuna fi al-Hind, etc.
Literary Criticism in Arabic
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Criticism: Meaning and function, Importance – Types and approaches of Criticism: Artistic approach, Historical approach, Psychological approach, Linguistic approach and Modernist approach – Methods of criticism – Merits and demerits of criticismDevelopment of Classical Arabic literary criticism : origin and development of criticism during pre-Islamic period – al-Nabigha – Approach of Islam and Qur'an towards literature – The Prophet and Umar – Criticism during Umayyad period – Sukayna and Ibn Atiq – Naqa'id poetry- Criticism and rhetoric– origin of objective criticism during the Abbasid period- Ibn Sallam, al-Jahiz and Ibn-Qutayba – Qudama ibn Ja'far and al-Amidi- Controversy over Abu Tammam and al-Mutanabbi – Abu Hilal al-Askari, Ibn Rashiq, Abdul Azeez al-Jujani – I'jaz al-Qur'an and criticism: Abd al-Qahir al-Jurjani – Criticism in Spain: Ibn Shuhayd - Criticism in the Middle ages: Hazim al-Qartajanni and Ibn khaldun.European Literary Theories and its influence in Arabic literary criticism: Trends, Schools, Theories and Attitudes of the West: Neo-Classicism, Romanticism, European and Socialist Realism, Symbolism, Psycho-Analysis, Surrealism, Existentialism, Art for art's sake, Expressionism, Impressionism, Structuralism, Post Structuralism, Deconstruction, Modernism and Post Modernism.Modern and Contemporary Arabic Literary Criticism: Literary revival in the Arab world – western influence – Husayn al-Marsafi and Muhammad al-Muwaylihi – Neo classical literature – Khalil Mutran and the Pro-romantic school in Arabic – The Diwan School- Taha Husayn and days of controversies – Conflict between traditional and modern trends - Realism – Free verse movement – clashes between socialists and purists – Committed literature – Muhammad Mandur, Ahmad Amin, Rashad Rushdi, Shawqi Dayf – Approach of Arab world to the Mahjar literature – Islamic literary criticism: Sayyid Qutub, Anwar al-Jundi – Linguistic and Structural criticism in Arabic: Tunisia, Algeria, Egypt, Syria and Lebanon – Contemporary Arabic literary criticism – Psychological criticism: George Tarabishi.Study of Literary forms and its characteristics: Poetry: Lyrical, epic and dramatic poetry, Prose, Short story, Novel, Drama and Essay – Elements of literature
Short Story , Novel and Drama in Arabic
Sec 8
Drama in Arabic: Origin and development of drama and theatre in the Arab world – Western influence – Early theatre – contribution of Christian Arab theatre groups in Beirut and Damascus – Marun al-Naqqash, Abu Khalil al-Qabbani- Ya'qub Sanu' and the emergence of Egyptian national theatre – The advent of verse drama : Ahmad Shawqi, Aziz Abaza – Jurj Abyad and his troup in Egypt – Mahmud Taymur, Ibrahim Ramzi - Tawfiq al-Hakim and Arabic prose drama – Arabic play after Tawfiq- Colloquial plays – Islamic plays, Ahmad Ba Kathir- Arab theatre in various Arab countriesNovel in Arabic: Origin and Development of novel literature in Arabic – western influence in Arabic novel – Early translations – Modern forms of Maqamas Muhammad al-Muwaylihi – Early novels in Lebanon and Syria, Salim al-Bustani – Historical novels of Jurji Zaydan – Jubran Khalil Jubran -Early Egyptian novels – Muhammad Husayn Haykal and "Zaynab"- Social, analytical and psychological novels : Mahmud Tahir Lashin, al-Mazini, Taha Husayn, Tawfiq al-Hakim and Mahmud Taymur – Najib Mahfuz and Egyptian realistic novel – Nobel prize for Arab novel – Islamic novels: Najib al-Kilani –Autobiographical Novels – Issue of Colloquial and literal language in novel – Palestine novel and Ghazzan al-Kanafani – Modern experimental novels : Edward al-Kharrat, al-Tayyib Salih.Short Story in Arabic: Background of Narrative literature and fiction in Arabic literary heritage – influence of western short stories – Translation movement of western short stories – Advent of Arabic journalism and fiction - Early short stories of Salim al-Bustani and other Syro-lebanies story writers – Muhammad Taymur and Arabic realistic short story in Egypt – Mustafa Lutfi al-Manfaluti, Mahmud Taymur, Yusuf Idris, Yahya Haqqi, Ihsan Abd al-Quddus – Contemporary experimental short story: Jamal al-Ghaytani, Abd al-Hamid Haduqa.
Grammar and Morphology
Sec 9
al Jumla al Mufida – al Mudakkar wal al Mu annas - al Mufrad wal Muthanna‟ wal Jam a – Anwa ul Jumal – al Nakira wal Ma rifa – al Jumla al Ismiyya - al-‟‟‟ Mubtada wal Khabar – Anwa ul Fi al - al Jumla al Fi liyya - al Fa il – al‟‟‟‟‟ Maf ul Bihi – Huruful Jarr – al Idafa - al Sifa – I rabul Muthanna – I rabul‟‟‟ Jam a (Taksir & Salim) Fi l Sahih – Fi l Mu tall – I rabul Fi al – al Dama ir „„‟‟‟‟‟ – al Af alul Khamsa, Istifham – Ismul Ishara – Asma ul Mawsula – Kana, Inna „„ wa Akhawatuha , Tamyiz – Adad – Na ib Fa il – Dharf Zaman – Dharf Makan‟‟ – Hal – Istithna – Atf – Nafy‟Fi l Madi - Mudari – Amr - Nahy – Thulathi Mujarrad – Thulathi Mazid - „‟ Ruba iMujarrad - Ruba iMazeed, Fi al Sahih, Fi al Mu tall , Types of Fi al „„‟‟‟‟ Ghayr Sālim:Fi al Mu tall: Mithāl, Ajwaf, Nāqis, Lafīf Mafrūq, Lafīf Maqrūn ,„„ Fi al Sahih: Mudā af, Mahmūz „‟
Arabic Rhetoric , Prosody and Linguistics
Sec 10
Arabic Language: Origin and development of Arabic- Arabic and other Semitic languages – characteristics of Arabic language – Arabic dialects – classification of Arabic dialects.Definition, origin and function – Ilm al-Lugha and Fiqh al-Lugha - Areas of linguistics: Phonetics, Phonology, Morphology, Syntax, Semantics, Etymology and Lexicography - Introduction to General and Applied linguistics – Types of linguistics – Psycho linguistics, socio linguistics, computational linguistics, descriptive linguistics and historical linguisticsLanguage Families: Semitic, Chamito and Indo-European language families – Semitic languages – characteristics of Semitic languages – classification of Semitic languages.Ilm al-qafiya: Types of rhymes – weakness in rhyme – Sinad.Introduction to the science of prosody in Arabic, its history and development- Khalil ibn al-AhmadParts of Arabic verse – 16 Arabic metres and its scanning – al-Zihaf and al-IllaPractising the scanning of Arabic verses and finding out the metres of the poemsIlm al-Badi : All items ‟Ilm al-Bayan : All itemsIlm al-Ma’ani : All itemsIntroduction to Arabic rhetoric – Importance and divisions of rhetoric elements: al-Ma'ani, al-Bayan and al-Badi' – Fasaha- Balagha – Style of writing – History of writing in Arabic rhetoric.
Education
100 Marks
Assistant Professor English
Recruitment by Kerala PSC for the post of Assistant Professor in English in various colleges, generally requiring a Master's degree in English and NET/SET qualification.
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Syllabus Explorer
Culture Studies
Sec 1
Angela McRobbie – “Postmodernism and Popular Culture”.Judith Butler – “Subject of Sex/Gender/Desire” from Gender Trouble: Feminism and the Subversion of Identity.Laura Mulvey – “Visual Pleasure and Narrative Cinema”Stuart Hall – “Encoding/Decoding” from Culture, Media, Language.The candidates are expected to have a comprehensive knowledge of recent trends relating to Post Colonialism, Eco Criticism, New Historicism, Queer Theory, Trauma Studies, New Feminisms, Culture Studies, Diasporic Writing, Public Sphere, Meta Narratives, Hyper Reality and Simulacra.Theodor W. Adorno – “Culture Industry Reconsidered” (pp 98 -107) in Culture Industry: Selected Essays on Mass Culture
Literary Criticism
Sec 2
Aristotle – PoeticsCleanth Brookes- The Language of ParadoxEdmund Wilson –“Marxism and Literature”.Edward W. Said – “Introduction to Orientalism”.Elaine Showalter – “Feminist Criticism in the Wilderness”.Eve Sedgwick – Epistemology of the ClosetHelen Cixous – “The Laugh of the Medusa”Jacques Derrida- “Difference”.Jurgen Habermas– “Modernity- An Incomplete Project”Karl Marx- “The Fetishism of Commodities and the Secret Thereof”Michel Foucault – “Two Lectures” from Power/Knowledge, “The Unities of Discourse” from the Archaeology of Knowledge and the Discourse on LanguageNorthrop Fry – Archetypes of LiteraturePhilip Sydney – An Apologie for PoetryRaymond Williams– “Tradition, Institution, Formations”S. Eliot – Tradition and Individual TalentSamuel Coleridge – Biographia Literaria (Chapter 14)Sigmund Freud – “The Conscious and the Unconscious”; “The Id and The Ego”; “The Ego and the Super Ego” Beyond the Pleasure Principles and Other WritingsStephen Greenblatt – “Shakespeare and the Exorcists”Virginia Woolf – A Room of One’s Own.
Indian Writing in English
Sec 3
A.K. Ramanujan – A River, The StridersGirish Karnad – NagamandalaKamala Das – My Grandmother’s House, FreaksKunjunni Raja – Theory of DhwaniMahesh Dattani – Dance like a ManManjula Padmanabhan – HarvestN. Dasgupta – The Theory of RasaNissim Ezeliek – Background, CasuallyRabindranath Tagore – Poems 1 to 20 from GitanjaliSarojini Naidu – Coromandel FishersSri Aurobindo – The Trance of WaitingA.K. Ramanujan - Is there an Indian Way of Thinking: An Informal EssayAnita Desai – Clear Light of DayAravind Adiga – The White TigerArundhati Roy – The God of Small ThingsMulk Raj Anand – The UntouchableR.K. Narayan – Malgudi DaysRaja Rao – The Serpent and the RopeSalman Rushdie – Midnighht’s ChildrenVijay Tendulakar – The Court is in Session
From Early English Literature to 18th century
Sec 4
Alexander Pope – Rape of the LockChristopher Marlowe – Doctor FaustusFrancis Bacon – Of Books, Of Marriage and Single Life, Of TruthJohn Donne – Batter My Heart, CanonizationJohn Dryden – MacflecknoeJonathan Swift – The Battle of the BooksMilton – Lycidas, Paradise Lost - Book 9Robert Burns – A Red, Red RoseThomas Gray – Elegy Written in a Country churchyardWilliam Blake – The Tyger, The LambWilliam Shakespeare – Twelfth Night, Hamlet, Sonnets No 18, 30, 116Andrew Marvell – To His Coy MistressBallads – Sir Patrick Spence, Chevy ChaseBeowulfDaniel Defoe – Robinson CrusoeEdmund Spencer - EpithalamionGeoffrey Chaucer - Prologue to the Canterbury TalesHenry Fielding – PamelaRichard Sheridan – The School for ScandalSir Thomas More - UtopiaThomas Kyd – The Spanish Tragedy
Twentieth Century British Literature
Sec 5
Carol Ann Duffy – Anne HathawayDylan Thomas – Poem in OctoberG.B. Shaw – PygmalionHarold Pinter – The Birthday PartyJ.M. Synge – Playboy of the Western WorldPhilip Larking – Church GoingSamuel Beckett – Waiting for GodotSylvia Plath – DaddyT.S. Eliot – Murder in the CathedralT.S. Eliot – Tradition and Individual TalentT.S.Eliot – The WastelandTed Hughes – Thought FoxThom Gunn – On the MoveVirginia Woolf – Modern FictionW.B.Yeats – The Second Coming, Sailing to ByzantiumW.H. Auden – In Memory of W.B. YeatsAngela Carter – Nights at the CircusCaryll Churchill – Top GirlsF.R. Leavis – The Great TraditionGeorge Orwell – 1984James Joyce – A Portrait of the Artist as a Young ManJohn Fowles – The French Lieutenant’s WomanJoseph Conrad – The Heart of DarknessVirginia Woolf – Mrs Dalloway
The Romantic and Victorian Period
Sec 6
Charles Lamb – Oxford in Vacation, Dream ChildrenG.M. Hopkins – The Pied BeautyJohn Keats – Ode to a NightingaleLord Byron – The Prisoner of ChillonLord Tennyson – Ulysses, Lotos EatersMathew Arnold – The Scholar Gypsy, Dover BeachOscar Wilde – The Importance of Being EarnestP B Shelley – Ode to the West WindRobert Browning – Andrea del SartoSamuel Coleridge – Kubla KhanThomas de Quincey – On the Knocking at the Gate in MacbethWilliam Wordsworth – Ode: Initimations of Immortality from Recollections of Early ChildhoodCharles Dickens – Oliver TwistEmily Bronte – Wuthering HeightsJane Austen – Mansfield ParkMary Shelley – FrankensteinOlauda Equiano - The Interesting Narrative (Chapter 4 and 5)P.B. Shelley – The CenciThomas Hardy – Tess of the D’UbervillesWalter Scott - IvanhoeWilliam Wordsworth – Preface to the Lyrical Ballads
American Literature
Sec 7
Edgar Allan Poe – The RavenEmily Dickinson – I felt a funeralEugene O Neil – Emperor JonesMaya Angelou – Phenomenal WomanRobert Frost – Home BurialTennesee Williams – The Glass MenagerieWallace Stephens – Sunday MorningWalt Whitman – Out of the Cradle Endlessly RockingAlln Ginsberg - AmericaArthur Miller – Death of a SalesmanE E Cummings – Buffallo HillsEmerson – Self RelianceGertrude Stein – DaughterHawthorne – The Scarlett LetterHemmingway – The Old Man and the SeaHerman Melville – Moby DickThoreau – Civil DisobedienceToni Morrison – The Bluest Eye
Structure of English Language and Linguistics
Sec 8
Indo European Family of Languages-Old English, Middle English, Modern EnglishLinguistics- Psycholinguistics, SociolinguisticsMorphology; Traditional Grammar and Modern Grammar- Form class words-Function Class Words- Fallacies- Saussure- StructuralismPhonetics and Phonology-General phonetics-Phonetic transcription- Stress-IntonationSemantics- Lexical semantics-Metaphor-Figures of speechSyntax-PS Grammar-TG Grammar-Deep Structure-Surface Structure-Chomsky’s Trace Theory- Case Grammar, Systemic, Stratification and Tagmemics
English Language Teaching
Sec 9
Key concepts in ELT- ESL- EFL- Mother tongue interferenceLearner Factors, Teaching Aids, ICTLearning Theories- Behaviourism, Cognitivism, ConstructivismMethods of teaching – Grammar Translation Method, Direct Method, Audio Visual Method, Suggestopaedia, Community Language LearningTypes of tests- Tools for Evaluation- Error Analysis and Remedial Teaching
Education
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in Sanskrit Jyothisha
The Kerala PSC conducts recruitment for the post of Assistant Professor in Sanskrit (Jyothisha) in the Collegiate Education Department.
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#kerala-psc#assistant-professor#sanskrit#jyothisha#collegiate-education
Syllabus Explorer
Poetry, Drama & Poetics
Sec 1
AbhijnanasakuntalamKavyaprakasa (I & II )Meghadutam (Purvamegha)Sisupalavadham - ISvapnavasavadattam
Dasavichara
Sec 2
AnthardasaKalachakradasaSukshmanthardasaVimsottareedasa
Prasnanustanam
Sec 3
AshtamangalaprasnaDevaprasnavidhiPrasnavidhiThamboolavichara
Jatakabhaladesa
Sec 4
Balarishtadilakshana and ArishtabhangaBhavabhalamGrahaviryapanchamahapurushadivicharaJyothishavichara
Samhithajyothisham
Sec 5
BhookampalakshanamMeghagarbhalakshanadikamNakshatrajatakam and GocharabhalamVrkshayurveda
Grahanaganitham
Sec 6
ChakrardhaganithamGrahanaganithamLopadarsanamoudyaganithamTharagrahanam Sphutaganitham
Linguistics and Vedic Literature
Sec 7
CompoundsKadopanishadPhonetic Laws and Phonetic changesPurukshasukthamSemantics
Golaganitham
Sec 8
DesavicharaDigvicharaKalavichara
Muhurtabhalanirdesa
Sec 9
GrahapravesaprakaranamSamskaraprakaranamVastuprakaranamVivahaprakaranam
Ganitajyothisham
Sec 10
Kalamanadi GananaKshetravyavaharaSamkhya GanitamTrairasikam
Education
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in Travel and Tourism
The Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Assistant Professor in Travel and Tourism within the Kerala Collegiate Education Department.
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#kerala-psc#education#tourism#travel#degree-level
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Types of accommodation
Sec 1
Activities in Accommodation ManagementChain hotelsclassification, categorization and forms of OwnershipFood services for the transportation and leisure marketHotel operationsRole of Associations & Institutions-FHRAI, IHM, IHMCT and likewiseSupporting servicesTrends in lodging and food servicesUsage of CRS
Civil Aviation and Airport Management
Sec 2
Air side and Land side facilitiesBaggage Handling RegulationsBaggage Rules, Piece and Weight Concept, Special faresBilateral agreements and Multilateral AgreementsCargo Handling- IATA Traffic ConferenceCheck in Formalities at Airport- Immigration, landside facilities- Emigration, Passport & customs controlEvolution of the AirportFreedoms of Air, Airline Alliances-ConventionsFunction and roles of ICAO, IATA, UFTAA, DGCA in Civil AviationHubs and SpokesInflight servicesTypes of Aircrafts
Tourism Products
Sec 3
Archaeological sitesCultural TourismEmerging Tourism Destinations -wildlife sanctuaries, national parks, biosphere reserves, community reserves, Adventure and ecotourism destinationsFairs and FestivalsHeritage sitesHill stations, Beaches, Major tourism circuits of IndiaPhysical featuresWorld Heritage sites in India
Key Components of Tourism
Sec 4
Attractions, Accommodation, TransportationDocumentation areas: Passport, VISA, other documents-Travel InsuranceFive Year Plan of India and TourismFunctions of WTO; WTTC; PATA, ITDC; IRCTC; TFCI; TAAI; IATO
Information Technology and the Tourism Industry
Sec 5
Biometric passportBlock chain Technology in travel industryDestination Management SystemElectronic Commerce And E- BusinessElectronic Payment , Online Debit Card Payments , Online Credit Card Payments, Smart Card, E – Banking, E- Cheque, E Cash Payment, Mobile Based PaymentOnline development of package tourTechnology In Tourism & Marketing : Multimedia – Virtual Reality -Virtual Tours – CRS - GDS - Video Conferencing - Online Word Of Mouth Monitoring(WOM)Travel Services; Car Rental, Railways and Airlines
Travel Geography
Sec 6
brand building of products and destinationsGeography as a tourism attractionIdentification of tourist attractions & cities on maps, time differencesLatitude, Longitude, GMT, equator, tropic of cancer & tropic of CapricornNatural based Geographical wonders of the world, UNESCO’s natural heritage sites of the worldsatellite mapping of tourism resources, geographical limitations of tourismTangible and intangible attributes of destination, destination image formation processTourism Destination PlanningTypes and characteristics of destinationtypes of maps – general maps & thematic maps - tourism maps, topographic maps
Business tourism and Event Management
Sec 7
classification of events Major MICE destinationsconference & convention centersEvent as a tourism productEvent Planning, event budgetIndividual events & Corporate eventsMICE TourismPlayers in event business – ICPB, ICCATravel marts
Ecotourism
Sec 8
Community based and Pro-poor tourism (PPT)Eco tourists and different types of eco touristsEco-friendly Practices and Energy waste ManagementEcotourism principlesEcotourism resourcesEcotourism SummitsPrinciples of sustainability, tools of sustainability, sustainable tourism developmentResponsible Tourism
Tourism Marketing
Sec 9
Destination Life Cycle and Tourism Area Life Cycle (TALC)Distribution Channel in Travel and TourismPackaging DecisionsPricing & Promotion of Tourism ProductsProduct Decisions-Product Line, Product Mix, Product Life Cycle, New Product Development, BrandingProduct promotion – Promotion Mix: Advertising, Sales Promotion, Personal Selling, and PublicityPublic Relations & Marketing
Travel agency and Tour Operation business
Sec 10
entrepreneurial skills for travel, tourism and hospitalityFunction of a travel agency and tour operatorIATA rules and regulations for accreditationproblems of entrepreneurship in travel tradeTour Operation ProcessTravel agent and tour operatorTravel IntermediariesTypes and forms of tour package
Education
100 Marks
Assistant Professor in Geography
The Kerala Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the post of Assistant Professor in Geography in Collegiate Education.
75m
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#kerala-psc#assistant-professor#geography#collegiate-education#degree-level
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REMOTE SENSING AND GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM
Sec 1
Aerial Photography – basic principles of PhotogrammetryApplications of remote sensingBuffer AnalysisData input and editing - Error Rectification, Transformation and GeneralisationDevelopment of Remote sensing in India- Developments - Satellite programmesDigital image processing – Indices -Vegetation Index, NDVI, BUIEMR and remote sensingGIS – ComponentsGIS : Definition, Components, Data in GIS - Spatial Data, Attribute DataIdeal & real remote sensingLocation Allocation and Facility Management using GISModeling Networks : Network analysisNeighborhood functionsOpen source software QGIS-, ILWIS, SAGA GIS, Geo Server, Open data sources for GIS analysis – Open Street Map, USGS Earth Explorer, NASA’s Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC), United Nations Environmental Data Explorer, FAO Geo NetworkOverlay Analysis and Boolean OperatorsQuery ModelsReclassificationRemote sensorsResolution aspects of LANDSAT, SPOT, IRS and IKONOS satellitesSatellite photographic systemssatellite remote sensing – types of satellitesSpatial Analysis : Spatial Interpolation and surface analysis - Modeling Surfaces - Trend surfaces and Digital Elevation ModelsSpatial Data Management : Database Management System – RDBMSSpatial Data ModelsSpectral regions, interaction of EMRwith atmosphere and earth surface featuresThermal infrared remote sensing, microwave remote sensing, Hyper spectral remote sensingTypes of Remote sensing, platforms, orbittypes of sensor system, scanning and orbiting mechanism, Resolution- spatial, Spectral, radiometric and temporal resolutionWeb GIS and Mobile GIS
GEOMORPHOLOGY
Sec 2
Agents of Erosion and depositionApplied geomorphologyContinental drift and plate tectonicsEarthquakes and volcanoesEndogenism and exogenismGeomorphic processes and formsHistory of geomorphic thoughtIsostacyLand form and slope evolution theoriesMorphogenetic regions and climatic geomorphologyMountain buildingOrigin of the earthSoilsWeathering and Mass wasting
ECONOMIC GEOGRAPHY
Sec 3
Agriculture Location Theories - Von Thunen's Agricultural Location ModelBehavioural Approach - Allan Pred, Product Life CyleClassification of Resources according to Distribution, Utilisation and PotentialsCrop combination, cropping pattern, crop diversification, cropping intensity, agricultural effeciencyIndustrial Location Theories - Least Cost Approach - Webers TheoryMaximum Revenue Approach - Toad Palender, Edgar Hoover, August Losch, David M Smith, Harold HotellingOloff Jonasson's TheoryResource and Economic Development - A Global PerspectiveSinclair's TheoryStructural ApproachWhittlesay's ClassificationWorld Trade - Laftla - EEF - EFTAWorld's Major Trade Zones - Western Europe, North America, Latin America, Australia, Russia and Eastern Europe, Asia
CLIMATOLOGY
Sec 4
Air Masses and FrontsApplied Climatology – Climate and Agriculture – Weather Relations of crops – Weather and DiseasesAtmospheric MoistureAtmospheric Stability and InstabilityClimate Changes – Evidences, Past and Present – Possible CausesClimatic Classifications of Koeppen, Trewartha and ThornthwaiteComposition and Structure of the Atmosphereforms of condensationGeneral Circulation of the AtmosphereHeat Budget of the EarthHumidityInsolationJet StreamsMeridional circulationMonsoonsOcean – Atmosphere Interaction – El-Nino - and Southern Oscillations – La NinaOzone Depletion – Global Warming and its ImpactsPrecipitationPressure beltsTemperate CyclonesTemperature InversionThunderstormsTornadoes and waterspoutsTropical and Temperate Weather SystemsTropical CyclonesWinds
CONCEPTS AND TRENDS IN GEOGRAPHY
Sec 5
Approaches in Geography – Positivism,Pragmatism, Functionalism, Existentialism, Idealism, Marxism, Radicalism, Behaviouralism and HumanismDualism and dichotomiesGeography of Gender, Time and spaceHistory of development of Geographic Thoughts – Contributions of Greek, Roman, Arab, Indian, French, American, German and British GeographersHuman EcologyInductive, Deductive approaches, reasoning, Multi disciplinary approachLaws,Theories and models in Geography, Spatial analysis, Locational analysis, Systems approachNature and scope of GeographyPostmodernism and Geography – Paradigm shift in GeographyQuantitative RevolutionRecent trends in geographyWelfare Geography
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOGRAPHY
Sec 6
BiodiversityEco-crisisEcosystem – structure, classification, biomes, Nutrient cycleEmerging environmental issuesEnvironmental impact assessmentEnvironmental law and protectionEnvironmental management and planningEnvironmental movementsEnvironmental problems – Urban environment and pollutionEnvironmental qualityMan’s impact on land, water and airMan’s modification of the BiosphereNatural disruptions of the ecosystemNatural hazards – Floods, Drought
ADVANCED CARTOGRAPHY
Sec 7
Cartographic data and processingcartographic database managementCartographical data analysisDigital cartographydigital databaseDirections and their functionsGeodesyGraphic and conceptual process and toolsLettering and TypographyMap compilationMap functions and typesMap projections, scale and co-ordinate systemsPhases of cartographic processessources of image processingtopographic data mapping and charting organizations
URBAN GEOGRAPHY
Sec 8
Central Business District and its CharacteristicsCentral Place TheoryClassification of Indian Cities by Ashok MitraClassification of Urban CentresClassification of Urban Centres on the basis of a)Size, b)FunctionDifferent Approaches to the Study of Urban GeographyFactors associated with the growth of CitiesHarris and Nelson’s Scheme of ClassificationLand Use Models – Theories of Burgess, Harris and HoytLocation and Siting of Urban CentresMorphology of Indian CitiesOrigin and Evolution of Urban CentresPrimate cityProblems and ProspectsRank-Size RuleSalient Features of the Processes of Urbanisation in India and KeralaUrban Centers – Their Spatial and Functional RelationshipsUrban Fringe – Its Characteristics and DevelopmentUrban HousingUrban Housing Policies and Programmes in IndiaUrban MorphologyUrban Slums
RESEARCH METHODS IN GEOGRAPHY
Sec 9
Concepts of Theories and Laws in GeographyData Acquisition and Analysis : Collection of data – Primary and Secondary data _ Alternative Sources of data – Data Preparation ProcessResearch Design - Identification o Problems – Review of Literature – Hypothesis – Testing of Hypothesis in Geography – use of Models and Empirical Techniques in the Analysis of Geographical ProblemsSampling : Types of Sampling – Significance of Sampling in Geographical ResearchThesis Writing : Organisation of the Thesis – Drafting of the Thesis – Preparation of Bibliography – Writing of AbstractsTypes of Research – Applied and fundamental Reaserch in Geography
GEOGRAPHY OF INDIA WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO KERALA
Sec 10
Geography of Kerala – Location – Physiography and drainage – Climate and natural vegetation – Soils – Minerals - Agriculture – Fisheries – Industries – Irrigation and Power – Transport and Communication - Population – Ecology and environmentLocation – Physiography – Stratigraphy – Climate – Drainage – Soils – Natural Vegetation – Land utilisation – Irrigation – Agriculture – Mineral and Power Resources - Industries – Transport and Trade – Population