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EndsemNov 20232019 patternTE Electrical

Electrical Installation Design & Condition Based Maintenance SPPU Endsem Question Paper Nov 2023

All 8 questions from this SPPU endsem paper, as printed. Read them here or open the PDF.

Subject code
303144
Pattern
2019 pattern
Exam
Endsem
Session
Nov 2023
Max. marks
70
Time
2½ Hours
Semester
I
Paper code
[6180]-78

Printed for: T.E. (Electrical)

Instructions to the candidates

  1. Answer Q1 or Q2, Q3 or Q4, Q5 or Q6. Q7 or Q8.
  2. Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
  3. Figures to the right side indicate full marks.
  4. Assume suitable data if necessary.

Questions

  1. Q1

    1. a)

      State and explain the different failure modes of transformer.

      Also asked:May 2025 ·May 2024

      [8]
    2. b)

      What is maintenance? State its importance and its advantages.

      Also asked:May 2025

      [4]
    3. c)

      Explain following Terms : i) Polarization Index ii) Dielectric absorption ratio

      Also asked:Nov 2025

      [6]
  2. Q2

    1. a)

      Explain Hot Line Maintenance with advantages and special types of non- conducting Materials used for tools for hot line maintenance.

      [4]
    2. b)

      Short note on Motor Current Signature Analysis.

      Also asked:May 2025 ·Nov 2024 ·May 2023

      [6]
    3. c)

      Explain in detail the concept of degree of polymerization and dissolved gas analysis in case of transformer.

      [8]
  3. Q3

    1. a)

      Difference between quotation & tender.

      [3]
    2. b)

      Write short notes on the following: i) Price catalogues ii) Labor rates

      [6]
    3. c)

      What are the qualities of a good estimator? 2

      Also asked:May 2025 ·Nov 2024 ·May 2024 ·May 2023

      [8]
  4. Q4

    1. a)

      Write a short note on Guidelines for inviting tenders.

      Also asked:Nov 2025 ·May 2025 ·May 2024 ·May 2023

      [3]
    2. b)

      Explain the purpose of estimating and costing?

      Also asked:Nov 2025

      [6]
    3. c)

      State the general factors to be considered in estimation of LT lines.

      Also asked:May 2025 ·May 2023

      [8]
  5. Q5

    1. a)

      Short note on Minimum permissible size of the conductor.

      Also asked:May 2025 ·Nov 2024

      [4]
    2. b)

      Procedure to determine the size of conductor for lines?

      Also asked:May 2025 ·Nov 2024

      [6]
    3. c)

      Explain various commercial wiring methods.

      Also asked:Nov 2025 ·May 2025 ·Nov 2024 ·May 2024 ·May 2023

      [8]
  6. Q6

    1. a)

      Explain the procedure of estimation of underground LT service line.

      Also asked:Nov 2025 ·May 2025 ·Nov 2024 ·May 2024 ·May 2023

      [8]
    2. b)

      Write short notes on the following: i) Current carrying capacity ii) Voltage drop

      Also asked:May 2025 ·Nov 2024 ·May 2023

      [6]
    3. c)

      Write down all rules for residential wiring work.

      Also asked:Nov 2025 ·May 2025 ·Nov 2024 ·May 2024 ·May 2023

      [4]
  7. Q7

    1. a)

      Explain PAT Tester with applications.

      [8]
    2. b)

      Write a short note on : i) Contents of first aid box ii) Precautions to be taken to avoid accidents. iii) Treatment for cuts, burns and electrical shock

      [9]
  8. Q8

    1. a)

      Explain four CAT ratings with respect to information, examples & measurements involved.

      Also asked:Nov 2024

      [8]
    2. b)

      Explain : i) Various objectives of electrical safety. ii) Different methods of artificial respiration. iii) Dangers arising due to failure of insulation of the equipment. 

      [9]