Overview of Kerala PSC Electrician Exam – 35/2016

The Kerala PSC Electrician exam is designed to test candidates' technical knowledge in electrical engineering, wiring, maintenance, and safety practices, along with general knowledge and reasoning abilities. The exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering both technical and general topics.

Key Details of the Exam Paper:

• Exam Name: Electrician
• Department: Kerala State Water Transport
• Paper Code: 35/2016
• Date of Test: 25.02.2016
• Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Total Marks: Usually 100
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Exam Syllabus & Topics Covered in the Question Paper

The Electrician (Kerala State Water Transport) exam consists of questions related to technical electrical topics, general knowledge, English language, and basic numerical ability. Below is a detailed breakdown of the subjects covered:

1. Technical Subject (Electrical Engineering & Maintenance)

✔️ Basic Electrical Concepts

• Ohm’s Law and Kirchhoff’s Law
• Electrical Resistance, Capacitance, and Inductance
• Series and Parallel Circuits
• Power and Energy Calculations

✔️ Electrical Wiring & Installations

• House Wiring and Industrial Wiring Methods
• Conduits, Cables, and Accessories
• Types of Wiring and Load Calculations

✔️ Electrical Machines

• Transformers – Working Principle, Types, and Applications
• AC & DC Motors – Principle, Construction, and Uses
• Alternators and Generators

✔️ Electrical Measurements & Instruments

• Ammeter, Voltmeter, Wattmeter, and Multimeter
• Megger and Earth Resistance Testing
• Digital vs. Analog Measuring Instruments

✔️ Power Generation & Distribution

• Power Plants – Thermal, Hydro, and Nuclear
• Transmission and Distribution Systems
• Single-Phase and Three-Phase Systems

✔️ Maintenance & Repair of Electrical Equipment

• Troubleshooting Electrical Faults
• Preventive Maintenance of Motors and Generators
• Rewinding and Repairing Electrical Machines

✔️ Marine Electrical Systems (Relevant to Kerala State Water Transport)

• Electrical Systems Used in Water Transport Vessels
• Marine Electrical Maintenance and Safety Procedures

✔️ Electrical Safety & First Aid

• Electrical Hazards and Precautions
• Fire Safety and Electrical Shock Treatment
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

✔️ Basic Electronics

• Diodes, Transistors, and Rectifiers
• Batteries – Charging, Discharging, and Maintenance
• Digital Electronics – Logic Gates, Microcontrollers

2. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

✔️ Indian & Kerala History – Important historical events, freedom movements
✔️ Geography – Physical features, rivers, lakes, and climate of India & Kerala
✔️ Indian Polity & Governance – Constitution, Government Policies, Judiciary
✔️ Science & Technology – Innovations, inventions, and their applications
✔️ Current Affairs – National & International events, Kerala-specific updates

3. General English & Numerical Ability

✔️ English Language – Grammar, Synonyms, Antonyms, Sentence Correction
✔️ Mathematics – Percentage, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Speed & Distance
✔️ Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability – Problem-solving, Pattern recognition

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