Mains Syllabus of tangedco ae Exam 2024

Mains Syllabus of Tangedco AE Exam 2024

Electrical Engineering

1. Electrical Circuits and Networks

• Circuit Elements and Laws:
  • Passive elements: Resistors, Inductors, Capacitors.
  • Active elements: Voltage and Current sources.
  • Kirchhoff’s Laws (KVL and KCL).
  • Network theorems: Superposition, Thevenin’s, Norton’s, Maximum Power Transfer, Millman’s theorem.
  • Network analysis techniques: Mesh and nodal analysis.
  • Transient and steady-state analysis of RLC circuits.
  • Sinusoidal steady-state analysis: Phasors, impedance, admittance, power factor.
  • AC power analysis: Real, reactive, and apparent power.
  • Three-phase circuits: Balanced and unbalanced systems, power measurement.
• Network Topology and Graph Theory:
  • Graph theory concepts: Nodes, branches, loops, cutsets.
  • Incidence matrix, fundamental cutset matrix, fundamental loop matrix.
  • Network theorems based on graph theory.
• Filters and Resonant Circuits:
  • Passive filters: Low-pass, high-pass, band-pass, band-stop.
  • Active filters: Operational amplifier based filters.
  • Series and parallel resonance.
  • Quality factor (Q) and bandwidth.
• Digital Circuits and Systems:
  • Number systems: Binary, octal, hexadecimal.
  • Logic gates: AND, OR, NOT, XOR, NAND, NOR.
  • Boolean algebra and simplification techniques.
  • Combinational circuits: Adders, subtractors, decoders, encoders.
  • Sequential circuits: Flip-flops, counters, registers.
  • Digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital converters.

2. Electrical Machines

• DC Machines:
  • Construction and working principle of DC generators and motors.
  • Types of DC generators: Separately excited, shunt, series, compound.
  • Types of DC motors: Shunt, series, compound.
  • Torque-speed characteristics, armature reaction, commutation.
  • Starting and speed control of DC motors.
  • Applications of DC machines.
• AC Machines:
  • Construction and working principle of transformers.
  • Types of transformers: Single-phase, three-phase, autotransformer.
  • Transformer losses, efficiency, regulation.
  • Construction and working principle of synchronous generators and motors.
  • Types of synchronous generators: Salient pole, cylindrical rotor.
  • Synchronous motor characteristics, starting methods, applications.
  • Construction and working principle of induction motors.
  • Types of induction motors: Squirrel cage, slip-ring.
  • Torque-speed characteristics, starting and speed control methods.
  • Single-phase induction motors: Split-phase, capacitor-start, shaded-pole.
  • Applications of AC machines.
• Special Electrical Machines:
  • Stepper motors, servo motors, brushless DC motors.
  • Linear induction motors, switched reluctance motors.
  • Applications of special electrical machines.

3. Power Systems

• Power Generation:
  • Types of power plants: Thermal, hydro, nuclear, renewable energy sources.
  • Power generation principles and technologies.
  • Power plant operation and control.
  • Power system economics and reliability.
• Power Transmission and Distribution:
  • Transmission lines: Overhead and underground lines.
  • Line parameters, inductance, capacitance, resistance.
  • Transmission line performance: Voltage regulation, power flow, efficiency.
  • Transmission line losses and compensation.
  • Substations: Types, equipment, operation.
  • Distribution systems: Radial, ring, network systems.
  • Distribution transformers, feeders, and service connections.
  • Power quality issues: Harmonics, voltage sags, transients.
• Power System Protection:
  • Protective relays: Overcurrent, differential, distance relays.
  • Circuit breakers: Types, operation, characteristics.
  • Protective schemes for generators, transformers, transmission lines, and motors.
  • Coordination of protective devices.
• Power System Control and Operation:
  • Load frequency control (LFC).
  • Automatic voltage regulation (AVR).
  • Power system stability: Transient and steady-state stability.
  • Economic operation of power systems.
  • Power system analysis: Load flow studies, fault analysis.
• Power System Instrumentation and Measurement:
  • Measurement of voltage, current, power, energy.
  • Protective relays and their applications.
  • SCADA systems for power system monitoring and control.

4. Power Electronics

• Semiconductor Devices:
  • Diodes: PN junction diode, Zener diode, Schottky diode.
  • Transistors: BJT, MOSFET, IGBT.
  • Thyristors: SCR, TRIAC, DIAC.
  • Power semiconductor device characteristics and ratings.
• Power Electronic Converters:
  • Rectifiers: Half-wave, full-wave, bridge rectifiers.
  • Inverters: Voltage source inverter (VSI), current source inverter (CSI).
  • DC-DC converters: Buck, boost, buck-boost converters.
  • AC-DC converters: Controlled rectifiers.
  • DC-AC converters: PWM inverters.
• Applications of Power Electronics:
  • DC power supplies, UPS systems.
  • Motor drives: Variable speed drives, AC motor control.
  • Renewable energy systems: Solar, wind energy conversion.
  • Electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles.

5. Control Systems

• Introduction to Control Systems:
  • Open-loop and closed-loop systems.
  • Feedback control systems.
  • System modeling and representation: Transfer functions, block diagrams.
• Time Domain Analysis:
  • Transient response: Step response, impulse response.
  • Stability analysis: Routh-Hurwitz criterion, Nyquist criterion.
• Frequency Domain Analysis:
  • Bode plots, Nyquist plots.
  • Gain margin, phase margin.
• Control System Design:
  • Proportional (P), integral (I), derivative (D) controllers.
  • PID controllers: Tuning methods.
  • State-space representation and analysis.
• Applications of Control Systems:
  • Process control, robotics, automation.
  • Power system control, motor control.

General Knowledge and Aptitude

• General Knowledge:
  • Current affairs: National and international events.
  • Science and Technology: Recent advancements and discoveries.
  • History and Culture: Indian history, culture, and heritage.
  • Geography: Indian geography, major rivers, mountains, and cities.
  • Economics: Indian economy, major industries, and policies.
  • Polity: Indian Constitution, governance, and political system.
• Aptitude:
  • Reasoning: Verbal, non-verbal, analytical reasoning.
  • Quantitative Aptitude: Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry.
  • Data Interpretation: Tables, graphs, charts.
  • English Language: Comprehension, grammar, vocabulary.

Table 1: Syllabus Distribution for Electrical Engineering

Subject	Weightage (%)
Electrical Circuits and Networks	20
Electrical Machines	25
Power Systems	30
Power Electronics	15
Control Systems	10

Table 2: Sample Questions for Electrical Engineering

Subject	Sample Question
Electrical Circuits and Networks	Calculate the equivalent resistance of the circuit shown below.
Electrical Machines	Explain the working principle of a three-phase induction motor.
Power Systems	Describe the different types of protective relays used in power systems.
Power Electronics	Explain the operation of a buck-boost converter.
Control Systems	Design a PID controller for a given system and explain the tuning process.

Note: This syllabus is a general guideline and may vary slightly depending on the specific exam notification. It is recommended to refer to the official Tangedco AE exam notification for the most up-to-date syllabus.

Frequently Asked Questions and Short Answers for Tangedco AE Exam 2024

Electrical Engineering

1. What are the different types of DC generators?

• Separately excited, shunt, series, and compound generators.

2. Explain the working principle of a transformer.

• A transformer works on the principle of electromagnetic induction. It transfers electrical energy from one circuit to another through a magnetic field.

3. What are the different types of power plants?

• Thermal, hydro, nuclear, and renewable energy sources (solar, wind, etc.).

4. What are the different types of protective relays used in power systems?

• Overcurrent, differential, distance, and directional relays.

5. What are the different types of power electronic converters?

• Rectifiers, inverters, DC-DC converters, AC-DC converters, and DC-AC converters.

6. What are the different types of controllers used in control systems?

• Proportional (P), integral (I), derivative (D), and PID controllers.

General Knowledge and Aptitude

1. What is the current Prime Minister of India?

• Narendra Modi

2. What is the capital of India?

• New Delhi

3. What is the currency of India?

• Indian Rupee (INR)

4. What is the largest state in India by area?

• Rajasthan

5. What is the highest mountain peak in the world?

• Mount Everest

6. What is the name of the river that flows through the city of Delhi?

• Yamuna River

7. What is the name of the Indian Constitution?

• The Constitution of India

8. What is the name of the national animal of India?

• Bengal Tiger

9. What is the name of the national bird of India?

• Indian Peafowl

10. What is the name of the national flower of India?

• Lotus

11. What is the name of the national anthem of India?

• Jana Gana Mana

12. What is the name of the national song of India?

• Vande Mataram

13. What is the name of the national flag of India?

• The Indian Tricolour

14. What is the name of the national game of India?

• Hockey

15. What is the name of the national sport of India?

• Cricket

16. What is the name of the national calendar of India?

• The Saka Calendar

17. What is the name of the national language of India?

• Hindi

18. What is the name of the national emblem of India?

• The Lion Capital of Ashoka

19. What is the name of the national currency of India?

• Indian Rupee (INR)

20. What is the name of the national bank of India?

• Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

Note: These are just a few examples of frequently asked questions. The actual questions asked in the exam may vary. It is important to study the entire syllabus thoroughly and practice mock tests to prepare for the exam.