Exam Details

• Post: Chargeman (Mechanical)
• Department: Kerala Minerals and Metals Ltd (KMML)
• Exam Conducted by: Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC)
• Paper Code: 51/2016
• Date of Examination: 13th April 2016
• Year: 2016

Overview of the Exam

The Kerala PSC Chargeman (Mechanical) exam is conducted to recruit candidates for supervisory roles in mechanical maintenance, production, and operations at Kerala Minerals and Metals Ltd (KMML).

A Chargeman (Mechanical) is responsible for overseeing machine operations, maintaining equipment, ensuring smooth production processes, supervising technicians, and ensuring workplace safety in an industrial and manufacturing environment. The exam evaluates candidates' knowledge in mechanical engineering principles, industrial safety, maintenance procedures, and general knowledge.

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The Kerala PSC Chargeman (Mechanical) exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering topics such as mechanical engineering, machine maintenance, industrial safety, and general awareness. Below is the detailed syllabus breakdown:

1. Basics of Mechanical Engineering

✔ Engineering Mechanics – Force, friction, equilibrium, motion laws.
✔ Strength of Materials – Stress, strain, bending, torsion, fatigue.
✔ Thermodynamics – Heat transfer, laws of thermodynamics, refrigeration.
✔ Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics – Flow measurements, pumps, turbines.

2. Manufacturing and Production Technology

✔ Metal Cutting and Machining – Turning, milling, drilling, grinding.
✔ Casting and Welding Processes – Foundry techniques, arc welding, MIG welding.
✔ CNC Machines and Automation – Programming basics, industrial automation.
✔ Industrial Production Planning – Inventory management, supply chain.

3. Machine Maintenance and Repair

✔ Preventive and Predictive Maintenance – Equipment inspection, troubleshooting.
✔ Lubrication and Corrosion Control – Types of lubricants, anti-corrosion methods.
✔ Common Machine Faults and Repairs – Bearings, gears, belts, pulleys.
✔ Boiler and Compressor Maintenance – Steam boilers, air compressors, HVAC systems.

4. Industrial Safety and Environmental Management

✔ Occupational Safety Standards – Hazard prevention, PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
✔ Fire Safety in Factories – Fire extinguishers, emergency evacuation.
✔ Pollution Control in Industries – Waste management, emission reduction.
✔ Quality Control Measures – ISO standards, Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma.

5. Kerala Minerals and Metals Ltd (KMML) and Industry Overview

✔ KMML’s Role in Kerala’s Industry – Titanium dioxide production, mineral processing.
✔ Manufacturing Processes in KMML – Raw materials, refining, final product formation.
✔ Industrial Laws and Regulations – Factory Act, labor laws, environmental laws.

6. General Knowledge and Current Affairs

✔ Kerala’s Industrial Growth and Policies – Industrial zones, employment trends.
✔ Indian Constitution and Governance – Labor rights, environmental policies.
✔ Recent Technological Developments in Engineering – AI in manufacturing, automation.

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