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ELECTRICAL MACHINES - I
L T P
4 - 3
RATIONALE

Electrical machines is a subject where a student will deal with various types of electrical machines
which are employed in industries, power stations, domestic and commercial appliances etc. After
studying this subject, an electrical diploma holder must be competent to repair and maintain these
machines and give suggestions to improve their performance. Practical aspects of the subject will
make the students capable of performing various tests on the machines as per latest BIS
specifications
DETAILED CONTENTS

1. Introduction to Electrical Machines ( 6 hrs)

1.1 Definition of motor and generator

1.2 Torque development due to alignment of two fields and the concept of torque
angle
1.3 Electro-magnetically induced emf
1.4 Elementary concept of an electrical machine
1.5 Comparison of generator and motor
1.6 Generalised theory of electrical machines

2. DC Machines (24 hrs)

2.1 Main constructional features, Types of armature winding (compound wave)

2.2 Function of the commutator for motoring and generation action
2.3 Factors determining induced emf equation
2.4 Factors determining the electromagnetic torque(commutation and Armature
Reaction)
2.5 Significance of types of machines
2.6 Significance of back e.m.f., the relation between back emf and Terminal voltage
2.7 Performance and characteristics of different types of DC motors
2.8 Speed control of dc shunt/series motors
2.9 Need of starter, three point dc shunt motor starter and 4 point starter
2.10 Applications of DC motors
2.11 Faults in dc machines and their retrospective
2.12 Losses in a DC machine by direct loading method,Electrical and Machenical
2.13 Determine of loses and efficiency by Swimburn test and Efficiency

3. Transformers (single phase) (24 hrs)

3.1 Introduction
3.2 Constructional features of a transformer and parts of transformer
3.3 Working principle of a transformer
3.4 EMF equation
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3.5 Transformer on no-load and its phasor diagram

3.6 Transformer on load (including voltage drops and its phasor diagram)
3.7 Transformer – neglecting voltage drop in the windings – Ampere turn balance – its
phasor diagram
3.8 Mutual and leakage fluxes, leakage reactance
3.9 Equivalent circuit
3.10 Relation between induced emf and terminal voltage, regulation of a transformer-
mathematical relation
3.11 Losses in a transformer
3.12 Open circuit and short circuit test. Back to Back test, Calculation for efficiency,
condition for maximum efficiency
3.13 Cooling of transformer, conservator
3.14 Auto transformer construction, working and applications
3.15 Different types of transformers, Instrument Transformer, Dry type transformers,
Furnace transformer, earthing Transformer Traction Transformer and its use,
Welding Transformer, Construction and comparison between power and Welding
transformer.

4. Three phase Transformers ( 10 hrs)

4.1 Construction of three phase transformer

4.2 Types of three phase transformer i.e. delta-delta, delta-star, star-delta and star-
star, Scott connection, V-V connection , Zig-Zag connection
4.3 Conditions for parallel operation (only conditions are to be studied)
4.4 On load tap changer, ON/OFF load tap changer
4.5 Difference between power and distribution transformer
4.6 Cooling of power transformers as per BIS code.

LIST OF PRACTICALS
1. Introduction to electrical machines

Measurement of the angular displacement of rotor of the three phase synchronous

machine with respect to the stator on application of DC to the field winding and
simultaneously to each phase-winding in sequence
OR
Measurement of the angular displacement of the rotor of a slip-ring induction motor on
application of DC to stator of motor winding in sequence and simultaneously to each phase
of rotor winding

2. DC machines

2.1 Speed control of dc shunt motor (i) Armature control method (ii) Field control
method
2.2 Study of dc series motor with starter (to operate the motor on no load for a
moment)
2.3 Determination of efficiency of DC motor by swimbuns test at (i) rated capacity (ii)
half full load
2.4 Determination of efficiency of a DC machine by direct loading method.
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3. Transformers (single phase)

3.1 To perform open circuit and short circuit test for determining equivalent circuit of a
transformer

3.2 To determine the regulation and efficiency from the data obtained from open circuit
and short circuit test at full load

4. Three-phase transformers

4.1 Checking the polarity of the windings of a three phase transformer and connecting
the windings in various configurations
4.2 Finding the voltage and current relationships of primary and secondary of a three
phase transformer under balanced load in various configurations.

RECOMMENDED BOOKS

1. Electrical Machines by SK Bhattacharya, Tata Mc Graw Hill, New Delhi

2. Electrical Machines by SK Sahdev, Unique International Publications, Jalandhar
3. Electrical Machines by Nagrath and Kothari, Tata Mc Graw Hill, New Delhi
4. Electrical Machines by SB Gupta, SK Kataria and Sons, New Delhi

SUGGESTED DISTRIBUTION OF MARKS FOR FACILITATING THE PAPER SETTER

Topic Topic Time Allotted Marks

No. (Hrs) Allocation
1. Introduction to Electrical Machines 06 15
2. DC Machines 24 20
3. Transformers(single phase) 24 20
4. Three phase Transformers 10 10
Total 64 100
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ELECTRICAL MEASUREMENTS AND

MEASURING INSTRUMENTS(EIM)
L T P
4 - 3
RATIONALE

Diploma holders in Electrical Engineering has to work on various jobs in the field as well as in
testing laboratories and on control panels, where he performs the duties of installation, operation,
maintenance and testing of measuring instruments. Persons working on control panels in power
plants, substations and in process and other type of industries, will come across use of various
types of instruments and has to take measurements.

Instruments used to read and observe the electrical quantities like current, voltage, power, energy,
frequency, resistance etc and their wave shapes have been incorporated in this subject. The
diploma holders will know the construction and use of various types of instruments after studying
this subject.
DETAILED CONTENTS

1. Introduction to Electrical Measuring Instruments: (8 hrs)

1.1 Concept of measurement and instruments

1.2 Electrical quantities and instruments for their measurements
1.3 Types of electrical measuring instruments – indicating, integrating and recording
instrument
1.4 Essentials of indicating instruments – deflecting, controlling and damping torque

2. Ammeters and Voltmeters (Moving coil and moving iron type): (6 hrs)

2.1 Concept of ammeters and voltmeters and difference between them

2.2 Construction and working principles of moving Iron and moving coil instruments
2.3 Merits and demerits, sources of error and application of these instruments

3. Wattmeters (Dynamometer Type) (5 hrs)

Construction, working principle, merits and demerits of dynamometer type wattmeter,

sources of error

5. Energy meters (6 hrs)

Construction, working principle, merits and demerits of single-phase and three-phase

induction type energy meters

4.1 Errors and compensation

4.2 Simple problems
4.3 Construction and working principle of maximum demand indicators
4.4 Construction and working principle of digital energy meters.
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6. Miscellaneous Measuring Instruments: (10 hrs)

Construction, working principle and application of Meggar, Earth tester, analog Multimeter,
Frequency meter (dynamometer type) single phase power factor meter
(Electrodynamometer type). Working principle of synchroscope and phase sequence
indicator, tong tester (Clamp-on meter)
Instrument Transformers: Construction, working and applications
a) CT and their ratio and phase angle error.
b) PT and their ratio and phase angle error

6. Electronics Instruments: (6 hrs)

6.1 Cathode Ray Oscilloscope: Block diagram, working of CRO and its various
controls. Applications of CRO.
6.2 Digital multi-meter (only block diagram)

7. Measurement of Inductance, capacitance and Resistances, through ac Bridges (8 hrs)

8. Power Measurements in 3-phase circuits: (5 hrs)

8.1 Three wattmeter method

8.2 Two watt meter method

9. Measurement of Non-electrical Quantities (10 hrs)

Basic concept of Pressure measurement, flow measurement, level measurement,

displacement measurement

LIST OF PRACTICALS

1. Study the constructional details, working and calibration of an ammeter(moving coil and
moving iron type)

2. Use of multimeter for measuring voltage, current and resistance.

3. Study the constructional details and working of 1-phase energy meter.
4. To calibrate 1-phase energy meter by direct loading method.
5. Study the constructional details, working of a meggar and measurement of insulation
resistance

6. To measure the value of earth resistance with the help of earth tester.
7. To measure power, power factor in a 1-phase circuit, using wattmeter and power factor
meter and verify results with calculations.
8. Measurement of power and p.f. of a three-phase load by two wattmeter method
9. Measurement of voltage and frequency of a sinusoidal signal with CRO.
10. Measurement of power in a 3 phase circuit using CT, PT and 3-phase energy meter.
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11. Connecting appropriate instruments at the supply of an installation to measure supply

voltage, frequency, power, maximum demand, Phase sequence, energy consumed
(Instruments to be used are CRO, VTVM, Maximum demand Indicator, phase sequence
indicator, Energy meter and power factor meter)

12. Use of LCR meter for measuring inductance, capacitance and resistance.

RECOMMENDED BOOKS

1. A Course in Electrical Measurement and Measuring Instruments by AK Sawhney and PL

Bhatia; Dhanpat Rai and Sons, New Delhi
2. Electrical Measurements and Measuring Instruments by E W Golding and Widdis; Wheeler
Publishing House, New Delhi
3. Electrical Measurements and Measuring Instruments by SK Sahdev, Unique International
Publications, Jalandhar
4. Experiments in Basic Electrical Engineering by SK Bhattacharya and KM Rastogi, New
Age International (P) Ltd., Publishers, New Delhi
5. Electric Instruments by D. Cooper
6. Electronics Instrumentation by Umesh Sinha
7. Basic Electrical Measurements by Melville B. Staut.
8. Electrical Measurement by J.B Gupta
9. Electrical technology Part-1 by B.L.Thareja

SUGGESTED DISTRIBUTION OF MARKS FOR FACILITATING THE PAPER SETTER

Topic Topic Time Allotted (Hrs) Marks

No. Allocation
1. Introduction to Electrical Measuring 08 15
Instruments
2. Ammeters and Voltmeters 06 10
3. Wattmeters 05 7
4. Energy meter 06 10
5. Miscellaneous Measuring instruments 10 15
6. Electronic Instruments 06 10

7. Measurement of Inductance, Capacitance 08 10

and Resistance
8. Power Measurement in 3-phase circuits 05 8
9. Measurement of Non-electrical Quantities 10 15

Total 64 100
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ELECTRONICS-II
L T P
4 - 3
RATIONALE

The purpose of the introduction of electronics in the electrical engineering diploma course has
been already explained in the rationale of the subject Basic Electronics. In this course topic like
Amplifiers, Oscillators and Wave Shape Circuits have been dealt with.

DETAILED CONTENTS

1. Transistor Audio Power Amplifier (10 hrs)

1.1 Difference between voltage and power amplifier

1.2 Important terms in Power Amplifier collector efficiency, distortion and dissipation
capability

1.3 Classification of power amplifier class A, B and C

1.4 Class A single-ended power amplifier, its working and collector efficiency

1.5 Impedance matching in a power amplifier using transformer

1.6 Heat sinks in power amplifiers

1.7 Push-pull amplifier circuit details, working and advantages (no mathematical
derivations)

1.8 Principles of the working of complementary symmetry push-pull amplifier

2. Tuned Voltage Amplifier (7 hrs)

2.1 Introduction
2.2 Series and paralled resonance
2.3 Single and double tuned voltage amplifiers
2.4 Frequency response of tuned voltage amplifiers
2.5 Applications of tuned voltage amplifiers

3. Feedback in Amplifiers (7 hrs)

3.1 Feedback and its importance, positive and negative feedback and their need
A
3.2 Voltage gain of an amplifier with negative feedback A = ----------
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1+AB
3.3 Effect of negative feedback on voltage gain, stability, distortion, band width, output
and input impedance of an amplifier (No mathematical derivation)

3.4 Typical feedback circuits

3.5 Effect of removing the emitter by-pass capacitor on an ordinary CE transistor

amplifier

3.6 Emitter follower and its applications

4. Sinusoidal Oscillators

4.1. Sinusoidal Oscillators – positive feedback in amplifiers

4.2. Difference between an oscillator and an alternator

4.3. Essentials of an oscillator

4.4. Circuit details and working of LC oscillators viz. Tuned Collector, Hartley and
Colpitt’s oscillators

4.5. R-C oscillator circuits, phase shift and Wein bridge oscillator circuits

4.6. Introduction to piezoelectric crystal and crystal oscillator circuit

5. Wave-Shaping and Switching Circuits (15 hrs)

5.1 Concept of Wave-shaping

5.2 Wave-shaping circuits

6.4.1 R-C differentiating and integrating circuits
6.4.2 Diode clipping circuits
6.4.3 Diode clamping circuits
6.4.4 Application of wave-shaping circuits

6.5 Transistor as a switch (explanation using CE transistor characteristics)

6.6 Collector coupled astable, monostable, bistable multivibrator circuits (explanation

using wave shapes). Brief mention of uses of multivibrators

6.7 Working and applications of transistor inverter circuit using power transistors

7. Working Principles of different types of power suppliers viz. CVTs, UPS, Stabilizers,
SMPS, IC voltage regulator etc. (5 hrs)

8. Operational Amplifier
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7.1. The basic operational amplifier. The differential amplifier. The emitter coupled
differential amplifier. Offset even voltages and currents

7.2. Basic operational amplifier applications, analog integrator and differentiator

7.3. Familiarisation with specifications and pin configuration of IC 741

7.4. Block diagram and operation of 555 IC timer

LIST OF PRACTICALS

1. To measure (a) optimum load (b) output power in Class A single-ended transistor amplifier

2. To measure (a) optimum load (b) output power (c) signal handling capacity in a push-pull
amplifier

3. To measure voltage gain and plot the frequency response curve of single-stage feedback

4. To measure (a) voltage gain (b) input and output impedance for an emitter follower circuit

5. To measure frequency generation in (a) Hartley (b) Colpitt and (c) Wein bridge oscillators
(d) phasing oscillator

6. To observe the differentiated and integrated square wave on a CRO for different values of
R-C time constant

7. (i) Clipping of one portion of sine-wave using diode

8. Clipping of both portion of sine-wave using:

a) diode and dc source
b) zener diodes
(ii) Clamping a since-wave to:
a) Negative dc voltage
b) Positive dc voltage

9. To generate square-wave using an astable multivibrator and to observe the wave form on
a CRO

10. To observe Triggering and working of a bistable multivibrator circuit and observe its output
wave form on a CRO

11. To use the op-Amp (IC 741) as inverting one) and non-inverting amplifiers, adder,
comparator, integrator and differentiator

12. To study the pin configuration and working of IC 555 and its use as nonostable and astable
multivibrator
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13. To realize the regulated power supply by using three terminal voltage regulator ICs such
as 7805, 7905, 7915 etc.

RECOMMENDED BOOKS

1. A text book of Basic Electronics and Linear Circuits by NN Bhargava and others, Tata
McGraw Hill, New Delhi

2. Electronics Principles by SK Sahdev, Dhanpat Rai and Co., New Delhi

3. Electronics Principles by Albert Paul Malina, Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi
4. Operational Amplifiers and Linear Circuits by Rama Kant and A. Gaykwad, Prentice Hall of
India, New Delhi

5. Electronic Devices Circuits by Rama Reddy, Narosa Publishing House Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi
6. Electronic Devices and Circuits by Millman & Halkias, McGraw Hill, New Delhi
7. Analog Electronics – II by DR Arora, Ishan Publication, Ambala
8. Electronic Devices and Circuits by JC Karhara, King India Publication, New Delhi
9. Electronic Devices and Circuits-I, Eagle Prakashan, Jalandhar

SUGGESTED DISTRIBUTION OF MARKS FOR FACILITATING THE PAPER SETTER

Topic Topic Time Allotted Marks Allocation

No. (Hrs)
1. Transistor Audio Power Amplifier 10 15
2. Tuned Voltage Amplifier 07 20
3. Feedback in Amplifiers 07 20
4. Sinusodal oscillators 10
5. Wave-Shaping and Switching 15 15
Circuits
6. Working principles of different 05 20
power suppliers
7. Operational Amplifier
Total 64 100
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ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN

AND DRAWING - II
L T P
- - 6
RATIONALE

A polytechnic pass-out in electrical engineering is supposed to have ability to :

i) Read, understand and interpret engineering drawings

ii) Communicate and correlate through sketches and drawings
iii) Prepare working drawings of alternator panels, transmission and distribution lines
and sub-stations.

The contents of this subject has been designed to develop requisite knowledge and skill of
electrical drawing in the students of diploma in electrical engineering.

DETAILED CONTENTS FOR EXERCISES

1 Contractor Control Circuits (56 hrs)

Design of Circuit Drawing of schematic diagram and power wiring diagram of following
circuits, specification of contactors

1.1 DOL starting of 3-phase induction motor

1.2 Remote Control of 3-phase induction motor

1.3 3-phase induction motor getting supply from selected feeder

1.4 Two speed control of 3-phase induction motor

1.5 Limit switch control of a 3-phase induction motor

1.6 Sequential Operation of two motors using time delay relay

1.7 Automatic star delta starter for 3-phase Induction Motor

2. Earthing (20 hrs)

2.1 Purpose of earthing

2.2 Different types of earthing, drawings of plate and pipe earthing

2.3 Procedure of earthing, list of materials required and costing

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2.4 Method of reducing earth resistance

2.5 Relevant IS specifications of earth electrode for earthing a transformer, a high

building, a transmission tower.

2.6 Earthing layout of distribution transformer

2.7 Substation earthing layout and earthing materials

2.8 Block/ circuit diagram of 11kV, 33kV, 66kV, 132 kV sub-stations layout.

3. Drawings of Machine Parts(Assembly) (20 hrs)

3.1 End cover of induction motor

3.2 Rotor of a squirrel cage induction motor

3.3 Field coil of a DC motor

3.4 Terminal plate of an induction motor

3.5 Motor body (induction motor) as per IS specifications

3.6 Sliprings of 3-phase induction motor

RECOMMENDED BOOKS
1) Electrical Design and Drawings by Raina & Bhattacharya
2) Electrical Design & Drawings by Sarabjeet Singh
3) IEEE Guide 80 for Earthing, IEEE Publication, New York
4) Electrical Controls in Industry by Charles Siskind
5) BIS for Electrical Earthing

SUGGESTED DISTRIBUTION OF MARKS FOR FACILITATING THE PAPER SETTER

Topic Topic Time Allotted Marks Allocation

No. (Hrs)
1. Contractor Control Circuits 56 50
2. Earthing 20 25
3. Drawings of Machine Parts 20 25
(Assembly)
Total 96 100
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ELECTRICAL WORKSHOP PRACTICE

L T P
- - 6
RATIONALE

An electrical diploma holder will be required to inspect, test and modify the work done by skilled
workers or artisans working under him. In addition to these persons, many a times, it will become
necessary for him to demonstrate the correct method and procedure of doing a job. In order to
carry out this function effectively in addition to conceptual understanding of the method or
procedure he must possess appropriate manual skills. The subject aims at developing special
skills required for repairing, fault finding, wiring in electrical appliances and installations.

DETAILED CONTENTS

1. To carry out pipe/plate earthing for a small house and 3-phase induction motor. Testing the
earthing using earth tester.

2. Connections of single phase and 3-phase motors, through an appropriate starter and to
change their direction of rotation

3. Wiring, testing and fault finding of the following contactor control circuits operating on 3-
phase supply:
a. Remote control circuits
b. Time delay circuits
c. Inter locking circuits
d. Sequential operation control circuits

4. Re-winding of a fan (ceiling and table) and choke of fluorescent tube light

5. Dismantling/assembly of star-delta/DOL starter and slipring induction motor starter

6. Dismantling and assembly of voltage stabilizers

7. Repair and maintenance of domestic electric appliances, i.e. electric iron, geyser, fan, heat
convector, Semi-automatic washing machine, desert cooler, room heater, electric kettle,
electric oven, electric furnace etc

Note: At least five electrical appliances as mentioned above be given to a group of 2

students for their repair and maintenance.

8. Repair and Maintenance of Single phase and 3 phase small motor (AC or DC)

9. Assembly and repair of small Transformer and Electronic ballast on P.C.B

10. Identification of necessary tools and equipment for repair and maintenance of electric
gadgets e.g. hand drill machine, bearing puller, cutter, sniper, insulation tester etc.
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INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
L T P
4 - -
RATIONALE

In his career as a supervisor, an electrical engineering technician will be called upon to inspect,
test and modify the work done by skilled workers or artisans working under him. Many a times it will
become necessary for him to demonstrate the correct method and procedure of doing certain
operations. Normally manufacturers of heavy electrical equipment provide service manuals,
instructions for installation, maintenance and fault location. Indian Electricity Rules and Indian
Standard Specifications also provide enough guidelines.

This syllabus has been designed to provide certain guidelines and broad principles regarding the
above activities. Appropriate field trips will reinforce the learning.

DETAILED CONTENTS

1. Tools and Accessories: (04 hrs)

Tools, accessories and instruments required for installation, maintenance and repair work

Knowledge of Indian Electricity rules, safety codes causes and prevention of accidents,
artificial respiration, workmen's safety devices

2. Installation (18 hrs)

2.1 Installation of transmission and Distribution Lines: (10 hrs)

Erection of steel structures, connecting of jumpers, tee-off points, joints and dead
ends; crossing of roads, streets, power/telecommunication lines and railway
crossings, clearances; earthing of transmission lines and guarding, spacing and
configuration of conductors: Arrangement for suspension and strain insulators, bird
guards, anti-climbing devices and danger plates; sizes of conductor, earth wire
and guy wires, Testing and Commissioning.

Laying of service lines, earthing, provision of service fuses, installation of energy

meters

2.2 Laying of Underground Cables: (08 hrs)

Inspection, storage, transportation and handling of cables, cable handling

equipment, cable laying depths and clearances from other services such as:
water, sewerage, gas, heating and other mains, and also a series of power and
telecommunication cables and coordination with these services, excavation of
trenches, direct cable laying (including laying of cable from the drum, laying cable
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in the trench, taking all measurements and marking as installation drawings, back
filling of trenches with earth or sand, laying protective layer of bricks etc.,
laying of cables into pipes and conduits and within buildings, introduction to
cable filling compounds, epoxy resins and hardeners, cable jointing and
terminations, testing and commissioning.

2.3 Elementary idea regarding, inspection and handling of transformers; Pole mounted
substations, plinth mounted substations, grid substation, bus-bars, isolation,
voltage and current transformers, lightning arrestors, control and relay panels,
HT/LT circuit breakers, LT switches, installation of power/distribution transformers,
dehydration. Earthing system, fencing of yard, equipment foundations and
trenches.

2.4 Testing of various electrical equipment such as electrical motor, transformers,

cables and generator and motor control centres, medium voltage distribution
panels, power control centres, motor control centres, lighting arrangement,
storage, pre-installation checks, connecting and starting, pre-commissioning
checks, drying out

3. Maintenance (42 hrs)

3.1 Types of maintenance, maintenance schedules, procedures

3.2 Maintenance of Transmission and Distribution System

Authorized persons, danger notice, caution notice, permit to work, arranging of

shutdowns personally and temporary earths, cancellation of permit and restoration
of supply.

Patrolling and visual inspection of lines - points to be noted during patrolling from
ground; special inspections and night inspections;

Location of faults using Meggar, effect of open or loose neutral connections,

provision of proper fuses on service lines and their effect on system, causes of dim
and flickering lights.

3.3 Maintenance of Distribution Transformers

Transformer maintenance and points to be attended to in respect of various items

of equipment

Checking of insulation resistance, transformer oil level and BDV test of oil,
measurement of earth resistance of a transformer.
Transformer oil testing as per BIS specifications. Maintenance of breathers and oil
level indicators.
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3.4 Maintenance of Grid Substations

Checking and maintenance of busbars, isolating switches, HT/LT circuit breakers,

LT switches. Power transformers

3.5 Maintenance of Motors

Over hauling of motors, preventive maintenance, trouble shooting of electric

motors

3.6 Domestic Installation

Introduction, testing of electrical installation of a building, testing of insulation

resistance to earth, testing of insulation resistance between conductors continuity
or open circuit test, short circuit test, testing of earthing continuity location of faults,
IE rules for domestic installation

Important Note:

The teachers must organise study/ field visit(s) . Students have to submit a complete report
of the visit regarding above mentioned topics. There will be sessional and viva voce marks
for above activities.

RECOMMENDED BOOKS

1. Testing, Commissioning , Operation and Maintenance of Electrical Equipment by S Rao,

Khanna Technical Publication, New Delhi

2.. Preventive Maintenance of Electrical Apparatus by SK Sharotri, Katson Publishing House,

Ludhiana

SUGGESTED DISTRIBUTION OF MARKS FOR FACILITATING THE PAPER SETTER

Topic Topic Time Allotted Marks

No. (Hrs) Allocation
1. Toolsand Accessories 04 10
2. Installation 18 30
3. Maintenance 42 60
Total 64 100
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ENTREPRENEURIAL AWARENESS CAMP

The employment opportunities for diploma holders especially in public sector are dwindling. The
diploma holders need to explore the possibilities of becoming entrepreneurs. For this, they must be
acquainted with entrepreneurial development, scope of setting up small scale industry, existing
business opportunities, financial support available and various aspects of managing business. In
this context, an entrepreneurial awareness camp is suggested. During the camp, experts from
various organizations such as banks, financial corporations, service institutes etc. may be invited to
deliver expert lectures. Successful entrepreneurs may also be invited to interact with the students.
In addition , the students may be encouraged to read papers or give seminar during the camp on
Entrepreneurship Development and related topics.

The camp is to be organized preferably at a stretch for two to three days during 4th
semester(second year). Expert Lectures will be delivered on the following broad topics. There will
be no examination for this subject/camp.

1. Who is an entrepreneur?

2. Need for entrepreneurship, entrepreneurial career and wage employment

3. Scenario of development of small scale industries in India

4. Entrepreneurial history in India, Indian values and entrepreneurship

5. Assistance from District Industries Centres, Commercial Banks. State Financial

Corporations, Small industries Service Institutes, Research and Development Laboratories
and other financial and development corporations

6. Consideration Contractor Control Circuits s for product selection

7. Opportunities for business, service and industrial ventures

8. Learning from Indian experiences in entrepreneurship (Interaction with successful

entrepreneurs)

9. Legal aspects of small business

10. Managerial aspects of small business