Exam Details

• Post Name: Foreman – Pressure Die Casting Unit
• Department: Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation Ltd (KSIDC) / Kerala Small Industries Development Corporation Ltd (SIDCO)
• Paper Code: 134/2015
• Date of Examination: 16th July 2015
• Conducting Body: Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC)
• Exam Mode: OMR-based Objective Type

Question Paper Structure & Syllabus

The Kerala PSC Foreman (Pressure Die Casting Unit) exam is designed to assess the candidates’ technical knowledge, manufacturing processes, mechanical concepts, and general awareness. Below is a section-wise breakdown of the exam pattern:

1. Die Casting & Manufacturing Processes

• Basics of Pressure Die Casting
• Types of Die Casting Machines – Hot Chamber & Cold Chamber
• Die Materials & Design Considerations
• Casting Defects & Their Remedies
• Metal Flow and Solidification in Die Casting
• Surface Finishing & Post-Casting Treatments

2. Metallurgy & Material Science

• Properties of Metals & Alloys Used in Die Casting
• Heat Treatment of Casted Components
• Non-Ferrous Metals in Die Casting – Aluminum, Zinc, Magnesium
• Hardness, Strength, and Durability Testing

3. Mechanical Engineering & Workshop Practices

• Basics of Mechanical Engineering
• Strength of Materials & Fluid Mechanics
• Machine Tools & Machining Processes
• Welding & Fabrication Techniques
• CNC Machining in Die Casting

4. Production Planning & Quality Control

• Industrial Production Techniques
• Quality Control & Inspection Methods
• ISO Standards in Manufacturing
• Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma Principles
• Maintenance & Troubleshooting of Die Casting Machines

5. Tool Design & Maintenance

• Die Maintenance & Repair Techniques
• Injection System & Ejection Mechanisms
• Lubrication & Cooling Systems in Die Casting
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD) for Tooling

6. Industrial Safety & Regulations

• Workplace Safety in Foundries & Casting Units
• PPE & Safety Measures in Manufacturing
• Fire Prevention & Emergency Protocols
• Environmental Impact & Waste Management in Die Casting

7. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Kerala Renaissance & Social Reformers
• Indian Constitution & Governance
• Economy & Industrial Policies
• Science & Technology Advancements
• Awards, Sports, and National/International Events

8. Basic Mathematics & Logical Reasoning

• Arithmetic & Number Systems
• Percentages, Ratios & Averages
• Speed, Distance & Time Calculations
• Logical Reasoning & Analytical Thinking

Marking Scheme

• Total Marks: 100
• Number of Questions: 100 (Objective Type)
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Negative Marking: Yes (0.33 marks deducted for each wrong answer)

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