Overview of Kerala PSC Pump Operator / Plumber Exam – 19/2016

The Pump Operator / Plumber exam is conducted for selecting qualified candidates to handle water supply systems, plumbing works, and pump maintenance in the Animal Husbandry Department. The exam covers technical knowledge, practical applications, and general awareness.

Key Details of the Exam Paper:

• Exam Name: Pump Operator / Plumber
• Department: Animal Husbandry
• Paper Code: 19/2016
• Date of Test: 02.02.2016
• Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Total Marks: 100
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Exam Syllabus & Topics Covered in the Question Paper

The Pump Operator / Plumber exam consists of technical knowledge in plumbing and pump operation, general science, and reasoning ability. Below is a detailed breakdown of the topics covered in the question paper:

1. Fundamentals of Plumbing & Water Supply Systems

✔️ Basic Plumbing Principles

• Types of Pipes – PVC, GI, CPVC, Copper Pipes
• Pipe Fittings – Elbows, Tees, Reducers, Unions
• Plumbing Tools & Their Uses

✔️ Water Supply Systems

• Sources of Water – Groundwater, Surface Water
• Storage & Distribution Systems
• Water Treatment & Filtration Methods

✔️ Drainage & Sanitation Systems

• Types of Drainage – Combined, Separate, Partially Separate
• Septic Tank Design & Maintenance
• Wastewater Disposal Techniques

✔️ Common Plumbing Issues & Maintenance

• Leakages & Their Remedies
• Blockage Clearing Techniques
• Soldering, Welding, and Pipe Jointing Methods

2. Pump Operation & Maintenance

✔️ Types of Pumps & Working Principles

• Centrifugal Pump, Reciprocating Pump, Submersible Pump
• Pump Components – Impeller, Bearings, Shaft
• Head, Efficiency, and Discharge Calculation

✔️ Installation & Maintenance of Pumps

• Pump Foundation & Alignment
• Common Faults – Air Lock, Cavitation, Bearing Failure
• Troubleshooting & Preventive Maintenance

✔️ Pumping Systems in Animal Husbandry

• Water Supply for Cattle & Poultry Farms
• Borewell & Overhead Tank Systems
• Pumping Efficiency & Energy Conservation

3. General Science & Applied Mechanics

✔️ Basic Physics Concepts

• Pressure & Flow in Fluids
• Bernoulli’s Principle & Applications
• Heat & Thermodynamics in Plumbing

✔️ Basic Electrical Knowledge for Pump Operators

• Single-phase & Three-phase Motors
• Wiring & Circuit Protection
• Earthing & Electrical Safety

✔️ Measurement & Instrumentation

• Pressure Gauges, Flow Meters
• Water Level Indicators
• Pipe Thickness & Diameter Measurement

4. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

✔️ Indian & Kerala History – Important historical events, freedom movements
✔️ Geography – Water sources, river systems, environmental conservation
✔️ Indian Economy – Infrastructure development in water supply
✔️ Science & Technology – Latest innovations in plumbing & pumps
✔️ Current Affairs – National & international events

5. General English & Numerical Ability

✔️ English Language

• Grammar, Synonyms, Antonyms
• Sentence Correction & Comprehension
• Active & Passive Voice, Direct & Indirect Speech

✔️ Mathematics & Logical Reasoning 

• Percentage, Profit & Loss, Time & Work 
• Number Series, Coding-Decoding 
• Logical Puzzles, Blood Relations

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