Kerala PSC Assistant Professor Engineering Syllabus 2023

Kerala PSC: Assistant Professor in
ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING Syllabus

Module I : General Knowledge and Current Affairs:

Salient Features of Indian Constitution
Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the
interpretation of the Constitution.
Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between
Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties.
Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other
Constitutional Authorities.
Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial.
Services under the Union and the States.
Emergency Provisions.
Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.

 Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes
Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities
against
Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare
Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc. 

RENAISSANCE IN KERALA: Towards A New Society
Introduction to English education - various missionary organizations and their
functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories. printing press etc.

Efforts To Reform The Society

(A) Socio-Religious reform Movements
SNDP: Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana
Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma
Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.

(B) Struggles and Social Revolts: Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor
Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry
Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc.
Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.

Role Of Press In Renaissance: Malayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala
Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AIAmeen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etc

Awakening Through Literature: Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam,
Library movement etc.

Women And Social Change: Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha
Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others.

Leaders Of Renaissance: Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal,
Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr
Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan,
Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T
Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias
Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C.
Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor
Neelakantan Namboothiripad,
Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai,
A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C
Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and others .

Literary Figures: Kodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran,
Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S
Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon,
Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam
Varky, S K Pottakkad and others.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS: General Knowledge and Current Affairs.

Module II:

a) MATHEMATICS (ENGINEERING)

Matrices: Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen
vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and
independence of vectors. 

Partial Differentiation: Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous
functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) –
Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.

Vector Differentiation: Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector
functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator  –
Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal
fields – scalar potential.

Laplace Transforms: Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property –
inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions
multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary
differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.

Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order ordinary differential equations,
systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary
differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations),
Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.

Complex Analysis: Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear
transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor
and Laurent’s series, residue theorem. 

Fourier Series: Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and
even functions, Half range expansions.

b) BASIC CIVIL ENGINEEERING: Mechanics – statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support
reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction –
applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics –
rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion.
Building materials – common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel,
aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification. Building construction –
types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations
and superstructure.
Surveying – principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling
work – reduction of levels.

c) BASIC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of
steam. Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air
conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power
transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process –
casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process –
turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling. Conic sections and miscellaneous
curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.

Module III :

a) BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING: Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc
excitation.
Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic
induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self
and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling.
Principle of generation of alternating current – waveforms – frequency, period,
average and rms values, form factor.
Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current
relationships in star and delta (balanced system only).
Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three
phase induction motor. Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.

b) BASIC ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING: Devices – working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT.
Systems – Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and
Inductors.
Amplifiers & Oscillators – Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency
response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and noninverting amplifier.
Communication – Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM.
Measurements – Working principles of CRO and Multimeter. 

c) BASIC COMPUTER SCIENCE: Functional units of a computer.
Programming in C – control structures, functions.

Module IV : Electronic Circuits and Field Theory:

Node and Mesh analysis, transient response of dc and ac networks, sinusoidal steady
state analysis, resonance, two port network, independent and dependent voltage and
current sources, coupled circuits, tuned coupled circuits, Network theorems –
superposition, reciprocity, substitution, compensation, Thevenin, Norton, Millman,
Telligen and Maximum power transfer theorems. Analysis of Three phase circuits,
symmetrical components, graph theory – analysis of network using cut-set and tri-set.
Filters constant – K low pass, high pass and band-pass filters – m derived, low pass,
high pass and band pass filters.
Gauss’s law and applications, electric field, electric potential, electric field lines,
electric dipoles, potential gradient, conductors, dielectrics, capacitance, polarisation,
method of images, dielectric strength, Biot-Savart’s law, Ampere’s circuital law,
Stoke’s theorem, scalar and vector magnetic potential, force between current carrying
wires, Maxwell’s equation – wave equation – Poynting theorem.

Module V : Electrical Machines: 

Single phase Transformer – leakage reactance, equivalent circuit, losses and
efficiency, voltage regulation, OC, SC and Sumpner’s tests, Distribution transformer,
all day efficiency, autotransformer – saving of copper three phase transformer –
connections, vector groupings, parallel operation.
DC machines – Types of excitation, constructional features.
DC generator – Emf equation, armature reaction & commutation, characteristics,
voltage build up, applications.
DC motor – Torque equation, characteristics of shunt, series & compound motors,
necessity & types of starters, speed control, applications, Swinburne’s test,
Hopkinson’s test.
Synchronous machines: - constructional features, winding factor. Alternator: Types, synchronous reactance, voltage regulation, emf and mmf methods,
short circuit ratio, Two reaction theory, alternator on infinite bus, power angle
characteristics, parallel operation, effect of variation of power input & excitation.
Synchronous motor – principle of operation, methods of starting, hunting & its
reduction.
Three phase induction motor – constructional features, types, slip rotor frequency,
power flow, Torque – slip curve, effect of rotor resistance, starting methods, speed
control.
Single phase induction motor – double field revolving theory, starting methods.
Basic concepts of ac and dc drives.

Module VI : Power Systems: 

Conventional and non-conventional systems of power generation, power plant
economics, load factor, demand factor, diversity factor, Transmission line parameters
– T and ∏ models GMD and GMR, ABCD constants, overload lines – arrangement of
conductors – sag, economic span, choice of transmission voltage, types of insulators, string
efficiency, distribution systems – types, comparison of DC and AC single phase and 3 phase
systems.
One line diagrams per unit quantities, formation of Y bus and Z Bus. Load flow studies –
Gauss – Seidal, Newton Raphson and Fast decoupled load flow methods.
Faults on power systems – LG, LL, LLG and 3 phase faults. Fault analysis using Z Bus.
Power system stability, steady state transient and dynamic stability, equal area criterion,
swing curve.
Protective relays: types and operation, protective zones, different protection schemes.
Circuit Breakers – types and operations, selection of circuit breakers, calculation of fault
KVA, protection against lightning and overvoltages.
Electric traction – speed – time curves - mechanics
Electric heating – Advantages, types and applications.
Principles of PMMC, moving iron, and electrodynamometer type instruments, error analysis,
measurement of voltage, current, power energy and power factor, induction type watt-hour
meter, DC bridges and AC bridges, magnetic measurements, Instrument transformers, digital
voltmeters and multimeters, digital measurements of frequency, phase angle, time interval.
Electronic energy meter, high voltage measurements, oscilloscopes, Data acquisition systems,
Transducers for temperature, flow and pressure.

Module VII : Control Systems:

Open loop and closed loop system: Transfer function, force-voltage & force-current
analogy, block diagrams, signal flow graphs – Mason’s gain formula – characteristic
equation, time domain analysis – transient & steady state responses – time domain
specifications & steady state error.
Concept of stability – Routh’s stability criterion – Root locus – effect of addition of
poles and zeros.
Frequency domain analysis – Nyquist & Bode plots, gain margins and phase margin,
lag, lead and lag-lead compensators and their design using Bode plot.
State space analysis of system: State space models, state transition matrix,
relationship between state equations and transfer function, controllability and
observability.
Nonlinear system: - characteristics, types of non-linearities, describing functions
analysis – concept, singular points – focus, centre, node and saddle points – limit
cycle. Types of signals and systems, sampling process, sampling theorem, convolution of
discrete time signals, analysis of LTI systems using Z transforms. DFT and FFT,
Types of digital filters.

Module VIII : Electronics: 

BJT and FET amplifiers – biasing circuits, types of amplifiers, low frequency and
high frequency considerations. Oscillators and feedback amplifiers, operational
amplifier circuits and applications – simple active filters. VCO’s and timers. Voltage
regulators using linear IC’s, combinational and sequential logic circuits – flip flops,
counters, shift registers, TTL & CMOS logic families, memories – ROM, PROM,
EPROM & RAM.
Schmitt trigger, multivibrators, sample and hold circuits, A to D and D to A
converters, 8 bit and 16 bit microprocessor basics, architecture, programming and
interfacing.
Thyristors, triacs, GTO’s MOSFETS & IGBTS – principles of operation, triggering
circuits, phase control rectifiers, bridge converters – fully controlled and half
controlled, Inverters and choppers.

Kerala PSC: Assistant Professor in ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION / APPLIED ELECTRONICS & INSTRUMENTATION Syllabus

Module I : General Knowledge and Current Affairs:

Salient Features of Indian Constitution Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution. Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties. Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities. Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial. Services under the Union and the States. Emergency Provisions. Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.

 Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc. 

RENAISSANCE IN KERALA: Towards A New Society Introduction to English education - various missionary organizations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories. printing press etc.

Efforts To Reform The Society

(A) Socio-Religious reform Movements SNDP: Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.

(B) Struggles and Social Revolts: Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.

Role Of Press In Renaissance: Malayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AIAmeen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etc

Awakening Through Literature: Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etc.

Women And Social Change: Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others.

Leaders Of Renaissance: Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and others .

Literary Figures: Kodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and others.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS: General Knowledge and Current Affairs.

Module II:

a) MATHEMATICS (ENGINEERING)

Matrices: Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and independence of vectors. 

Partial Differentiation: Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) – Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.

Vector Differentiation: Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator  – Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal fields – scalar potential.

Laplace Transforms: Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property – inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.

Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order ordinary differential equations, systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations), Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.

Complex Analysis: Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor and Laurent’s series, residue theorem. 

Fourier Series: Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and even functions, Half range expansions.

b) BASIC CIVIL ENGINEEERING: Mechanics – statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction – applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics – rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion. Building materials – common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel, aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification. Building construction – types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations and superstructure. Surveying – principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling work – reduction of levels.

c) BASIC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of steam. Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process – casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process – turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling. Conic sections and miscellaneous curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.

Module III :

a) BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING: Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc excitation. Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling. Principle of generation of alternating current – waveforms – frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor. Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only). Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three phase induction motor. Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.

b) BASIC ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING: Devices – working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT. Systems – Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and Inductors. Amplifiers & Oscillators – Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and noninverting amplifier. Communication – Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM. Measurements – Working principles of CRO and Multimeter. 

c) BASIC COMPUTER SCIENCE: Functional units of a computer. Programming in C – control structures, functions.

Module IV : Networks and Devices:

Network theorems: superposition, Thevenin and Norton’s maximum power transfer,
time domain analysis of simple RC, RL and RLC circuits, solution of network
equations using Laplace transform: frequency domain analysis of RL, RC and RLC
circuits, 2-port network parameters: driving point and transfer functions.
Electronic Devices: Energy bands in silicon, carrier transport in silicon, diffusion
current, drift current, mobility and resistivity, generation and recombination of
carriers, working principles of p-n junction diode, Zener diode, tunnel diode, BJT,
JFET, MOSFET, LED and photo diode.

Module V : Analog and Digital Circuits: Simple diode circuits: clipping & clamping, biasing and bias stability of BJTs and
MOSFETs, small signal equivalent circuits of BJTs and MOSFETs. Amplifiers:
single stage, differential, feedback and power. Frequency response of amplifiers. Opamp circuits: Inverting, non-inverting, Integrator and Comparator. Sinusoidal
Oscillators: criterion for oscillation, single transistor and op-amp configurations.
Boolean algebra, minimization of Boolean functions, logic gates, combinational
Circuits: arithmetic circuits, code converters, multiplexers and decoders, sequential
circuits: latches and flip-flops, counters and shift registers, ADCs and DACs,
microprocessor (8085): architecture and programming.

Module VI : Signals and Systems:

Introduction to signals and systems, Linear Time-invariant (LTI systems): definitions
and properties, causality, stability, impulse response and convolution, continuous-time
and discrete-time Fourier series, continuous-time and discrete-time Fourier Transform
Z-transform: definition, properties and inverse, stability analysis using pole-zero plot,
difference equation solution using unilateral Z-transform, DFT and its properties,
FFT: radix 2 and composite radix algorithm, sampling theorem, realization of IIR and FIR structures – parallel and cascade structure, frequency response, group delay and
phase delay, signal transmission through LTI systems.

Module VII : Electromagnetics and Control Systems: Elements of vector calculus: divergence and curl, Gauss and Stokes theorems,
Maxwell’s equations, differential and integral forms, wave equation, Poynting vector,
Plane waves: propagation through various media, reflection and refraction, phase and
group velocity and skin depth, Transmission lines: characteristic impedance,
impedance transformation. Waveguides: modes in rectangular waveguides, boundary
conditions, cut-off frequencies and dispersion relations, basics of propagation in
dielectric waveguide and optical fibres, basics of Antennas: Dipole antennas, radiation
pattern, antenna gain.
Introduction to control systems, signal flow graphs and their use in determining
transfer functions of systems, transient and steady state analysis of LTI control
systems and frequency response, tools and techniques for LTI control system analysis:
root loci, Routh-Hurwitz criterion, Bode and Nyquist plots.

Module VIII : Communication and Instrumentation: Analog communication systems: amplitude and angle modulation and demodulation
systems, superheterodyne receivers, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). Digital
communication systems: pulse code modulation (PCM), differential pulse code
modulation (DPCM), digital modulation schemes: amplitude, phase and frequency
shift keying schemes, matched filter receivers, fundamentals of information theory
and channel capacity theorem, random signals and noise: probability, random
variables, probability density function, autocorrelation, power spectral density.
Static and dynamic characteristics of Measurement systems: Measurement of
displacement, velocity and acceleration, force, basics of fiber optics, biomedical
instruments, EEG, ECG and EMG, Clinical measurements, ultrasonic transducers.

Kerala PSC: Assistant Professor in COMPUTER SCIENCE ENGINEERING / INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Syllabus

Module I : General Knowledge and Current Affairs:

Salient Features of Indian Constitution Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution. Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties. Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities. Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial. Services under the Union and the States. Emergency Provisions. Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.

 Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc. 

RENAISSANCE IN KERALA: Towards A New Society Introduction to English education - various missionary organizations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories. printing press etc.

Efforts To Reform The Society

(A) Socio-Religious reform Movements SNDP: Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.

(B) Struggles and Social Revolts: Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.

Role Of Press In Renaissance: Malayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AIAmeen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etc

Awakening Through Literature: Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etc.

Women And Social Change: Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others.

Leaders Of Renaissance: Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and others .

Literary Figures: Kodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and others.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS: General Knowledge and Current Affairs.

Module II:

a) MATHEMATICS (ENGINEERING)

Matrices: Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and independence of vectors. 

Partial Differentiation: Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) – Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.

Vector Differentiation: Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator  – Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal fields – scalar potential.

Laplace Transforms: Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property – inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.

Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order ordinary differential equations, systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations), Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.

Complex Analysis: Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor and Laurent’s series, residue theorem. 

Fourier Series: Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and even functions, Half range expansions.

b) BASIC CIVIL ENGINEEERING: Mechanics – statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction – applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics – rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion. Building materials – common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel, aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification. Building construction – types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations and superstructure. Surveying – principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling work – reduction of levels.

c) BASIC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of steam. Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process – casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process – turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling. Conic sections and miscellaneous curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.

Module III :

a) BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING: Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc excitation. Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling. Principle of generation of alternating current – waveforms – frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor. Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only). Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three phase induction motor. Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.

b) BASIC ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING: Devices – working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT. Systems – Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and Inductors. Amplifiers & Oscillators – Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and noninverting amplifier. Communication – Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM. Measurements – Working principles of CRO and Multimeter. 

c) BASIC COMPUTER SCIENCE: Functional units of a computer. Programming in C – control structures, functions.

Module IV : Computer Organization & Architecture:

Digital Logic: Logic functions, minimization, design and synthesis of
combinational and sequential circuits, number representation and computer arithmetic
(fixed and floating point).
Computer Organization: Machine instructions and addressing modes, ALU,
CPU control design, memory interface, I/O interface, DMA, interrupts, pipelining,
memory hierarchy, parallel computer models.
Microprocessors: Internal architecture of 8085 and 8086, interfacing with
peripheral devices, microcontrollers.

Module V : Programming Languages & Information Systems: 

Object Oriented Programming: Object oriented design concepts,
programming in C++, Java.
Databases: ER model, relational algebra, tuple calculus, database design, integrity
constraints, normalization, SQL, B-trees, B+ - trees, transactions and concurrency
control.
Software Engineering: Software process models, planning and managing a
software project, design, implementation, software testing, quality models and
maintenance.
Programming Language Concepts: Parameter passing, binding, scope,
recursion, functional and logic languages.

Module VI : Data Structures & Algorithms:

Data Structures: Arrays, stacks, queues, linked lists, trees, binary search trees,
binary heaps, graphs.
Algorithms: Analysis, space and time complexity. Design – greedy approach,
dynamic programming, divide-and-conquer, sorting and searching, complexity classes
– P, NP, NP-hard, NP-complete.
Graph Theory: Connectivity, covering, colouring, planarity, isomorphism.
Computer Graphics: Line drawing, circle drawing, filling, hatching, 2D/3D
transformations, projections, hidden surface removal.

Module VII : Computing and System Software:

Set Theory: Sets, relations, functions, groups, partial orders, lattice, algebraic
structures.
Theory of Computation: Regular languages and finite automata, context-free
languages & pushdown automata, recursively enumerable sets & Turing machines,
undecidability.
System Software: Compiler design, lexical analysis, parsing, syntax directed
translation, code generation and optimization, Assemblers, linkers and loaders,
macroprocessors, operating systems – processes, threads, inter-process
communication, synchronization, deadlocks, CPU scheduling, memory management
and virtual memory, file systems, I/O systems, protection & security.

Module VIII : Networking & Web Technology:

Computer Networks: Layered architecture, LAN technologies, wireless LAN,
flow and error control, routing algorithms, congestion control, TCP/UDP and sockets,
IPv4, IPv6, ICMP, DNS, SMTP, POP, FTP, HTTP, MIME, Hubs, switches, routers
and gateways, public key and private key cryptography, digital signature, firewalls,
wireless networks, 2G and 3G networks, Bluetooth.
Web Technologies: HTML, XML, client-server computing, web server, proxy
server, web application development, MVC architecture, e-commerce, web services.
Distributed Systems: Characteristics, inter-process communication, distributed
file systems.

Kerala PSC: Assistant Professor in MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Syllabus

Module I : General Knowledge and Current Affairs:

Salient Features of Indian Constitution Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution. Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties. Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities. Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial. Services under the Union and the States. Emergency Provisions. Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.

 Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc. 

RENAISSANCE IN KERALA: Towards A New Society Introduction to English education - various missionary organizations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories. printing press etc.

Efforts To Reform The Society

(A) Socio-Religious reform Movements SNDP: Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.

(B) Struggles and Social Revolts: Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.

Role Of Press In Renaissance: Malayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AIAmeen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etc

Awakening Through Literature: Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etc.

Women And Social Change: Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others.

Leaders Of Renaissance: Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and others .

Literary Figures: Kodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and others.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS: General Knowledge and Current Affairs.

Module II:

a) MATHEMATICS (ENGINEERING)

Matrices: Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and independence of vectors. 

Partial Differentiation: Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) – Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.

Vector Differentiation: Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator  – Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal fields – scalar potential.

Laplace Transforms: Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property – inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.

Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order ordinary differential equations, systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations), Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.

Complex Analysis: Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor and Laurent’s series, residue theorem. 

Fourier Series: Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and even functions, Half range expansions.

b) BASIC CIVIL ENGINEEERING: Mechanics – statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction – applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics – rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion. Building materials – common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel, aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification. Building construction – types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations and superstructure. Surveying – principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling work – reduction of levels.

c) BASIC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of steam. Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process – casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process – turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling. Conic sections and miscellaneous curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.

Module III :

a) BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING: Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc excitation. Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling. Principle of generation of alternating current – waveforms – frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor. Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only). Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three phase induction motor. Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.

b) BASIC ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING: Devices – working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT. Systems – Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and Inductors. Amplifiers & Oscillators – Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and noninverting amplifier. Communication – Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM. Measurements – Working principles of CRO and Multimeter. 

c) BASIC COMPUTER SCIENCE: Functional units of a computer. Programming in C – control structures, functions.

Module IV : Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics:

Thermodynamic processes, entropy, irreversibility and availability, basic
thermodynamic cycles, behaviour of ideal and real gases, properties of pure
substances, computation of work and heat, ideal processes, analysis of thermodynamic
cycles related to energy conversion.
Fluid mechanics: Fluid properties, fluid statics, manometry, buoyancy, control volume
analysis of mass, momentum and energy, fluid acceleration, differential equations of
continuity and momentum. Euler’s equation, Bernoulli’s equation, laminar flow
through pipes, boundary layer displacement, momentum and energy thickness, flow
through pipes, minor and major losses, dimensional analysis.
Heat transfer: Modes of heat transfer, one dimensional heat conduction, thermal
resistance, fins, free and forced convective heat transfer, dimensionless parameters,
problems in convective heat transfer with the help of correlation, thermal boundary
layer, radiation, black and grey surfaces, shape factors, network analysis.
Mechanics of Solids: Stress-strain relationship and elastic constant, principal stress
and strains, Mohr’s circle for plane stresses and plane strains, shear force and bending
moment diagrams, bending of beams, torsion of circular shafts, Euler’s theory of
columns, strain energy, thermal stresses.

Module V : Theory of Machines:

Kinematic and dynamic analysis of planer mechanisms. Cams, Gears and gear trains.
Flywheels, Governors, Balancing of rigid rotors and field balancing, Balancing of
single and multi cylinder engines, free and forced vibrations of single degree of
freedom systems, effect of damping, vibration isolation and transmissibility,
resonance, Critical speeds and whirling of shafts.
Design for static and dynamic loading, failure theories, fatigue strength and S-N
diagram, Principles of design of machine elements such as bolted, riveted and welded
joints. Design of shafts, spur gears, rolling and sliding contact bearings, brakes and
clutches.

Module VI : I.C. Engines and Refrigeration:

SI and CI engines, two-stroke and four-stroke engines, efficiencies, heat balance,
combustion in IC engines, abnormal combustion, engine fuels and fuel rating,
alternate fuels, carburetion and fuel injection – MPFI, CRDI, super charging and turbo
charging methods, engine emission and control. Steam and gas turbines, Rankine and
Brayton cycles with regeneration and reheat, heat transfer equation, heat exchangers –
LMTD and NTU methods, vapour compression and absorption refrigeration cycles,
heat pumps, properties of moist air, psychrometric chart, basic psychrometric
processes, turbo machines – impulse and reaction principles, Pelton wheel, Francis
and Kaplan turbines, velocity diagram and performances of turbo machines, nonconventional energy sources – solar, wind, wave, biomass, geothermal and fuel cells.

Module VII : Manufacturing Science and Processes:

Classification of materials, Structure and properties of common engineering materials,
Crystalline materials, crystal structure, defects in crystals, phase diagrams, ironcarbon equilibrium diagram, Phase transformation, T-T-T diagram, heat treatment,
fracture – brittle and ductile materials, powder metallurgy.
Metal casting – stand casting, die casting, investment casting, centrifugal casting,
gating and riser design, melting furnaces, forming – hot and cold processes, forging,
drawing, extrusion, shearing, bending, high energy forming, joining processes –
welding, weldability, metallurgy of welding, machining processes – single and multi
point cutting tools, tool geometry and materials, mechanics of machining, tool life and
wear, jigs and fixtures, unconventional methods, EBM, ECM, LBM, ultrasonic
machining, computer integrated manufacturing, CNC machining, metrology and
instrumentation – limits, fits and tolerances, accuracy, precision, repeatability,
comparators, gauges, interferometry, surface structure, measurement of displacement,
velocity, acceleration, temperature, Transducers.

Module VIII : Principles of Management:

Principles and functions of scientific management, Levels and skills of management,
organisational structure – authority, responsibility and span of control – system
concept of management – line, line and staff, project and matrix organizations,
proprietary partnership and joint stock companies, private limited, public limited
companies, cooperative organizations and Government organizations. Factors in
selection of site, plant layout, types of layouts: process, product, fixed and group
layouts. Marketing management – objectives and function, forecasting – moving
average, exponential smoothing, break-even analysis, capacity planning, inventory
control, ABC analysis, EOQ model, work study – Job evaluation and merit rating,
Quality control, control charts for variables and attributes, acceptance sampling,
TQM, SPC tools, ISO standards, linear programming – Graphical and Simplex
solution methods, Transportation and assignment models, single server queuing
models, network theory – CPM – crashing of networks, PERT – probability of
completion.

Kerala PSC: Assistant Professor in CIVIL ENGINEERING Syllabus

Module I : General Knowledge and Current Affairs:

Salient Features of Indian Constitution Salient features of the Constitution - Preamble- Its significance and its place in the interpretation of the Constitution. Fundamental Rights - Directive Principles of State Policy - Relation between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles - Fundamental Duties. Executive - Legislature - Judiciary - Both at Union and State Level. - Other Constitutional Authorities. Centre-State Relations - Legislative - Administrative and Financial. Services under the Union and the States. Emergency Provisions. Amendment Provisions of the Constitution.

 Social Welfare Legislations and Programmes Social Service Legislations like Right to Information Act, Prevention of atrocities against Women & Children, Food Security Act, Environmental Acts etc. and Social Welfare Programmes like Employment Guarantee Programme, Organ and Blood Donation etc. 

RENAISSANCE IN KERALA: Towards A New Society Introduction to English education - various missionary organizations and their functioning- founding of educational institutions, factories. printing press etc.

Efforts To Reform The Society

(A) Socio-Religious reform Movements SNDP: Yogam, Nair Service Society, Yogakshema Sabha, Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham, Vaala Samudaya Parishkarani Sabha, Samathwa Samajam, Islam Dharma Paripalana Sangham, Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha, Sahodara Prasthanam etc.

(B) Struggles and Social Revolts: Upper cloth revolts.Channar agitation, Vaikom Sathyagraha, Guruvayoor Sathyagraha, Paliyam Sathyagraha. Kuttamkulam Sathyagraha, Temple Entry Proclamation, Temple Entry Act .Malyalee Memorial, Ezhava Memorial etc. Malabar riots, Civil Disobedience Movement, Abstention movement etc.

Role Of Press In Renaissance: Malayalee, Swadeshabhimani, Vivekodayam, Mithavadi, Swaraj, Malayala Manorama, Bhashaposhini, Mathnubhoomi, Kerala Kaumudi, Samadarsi, Kesari, AIAmeen, Prabhatham, Yukthivadi, etc

Awakening Through Literature: Novel, Drama, Poetry, Purogamana Sahithya Prasthanam, Nataka Prashtanam, Library movement etc.

Women And Social Change: Parvathi Nenmenimangalam, Arya Pallam, A V Kuttimalu Amma, Lalitha Prabhu.Akkamma Cheriyan, Anna Chandi, Lalithambika Antharjanam and others.

Leaders Of Renaissance: Thycaud Ayya Vaikundar, Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyan Kali.Chattampi Swamikal, Brahmananda Sivayogi, Vagbhadananda, Poikayil Yohannan(Kumara Guru) Dr Palpu, Palakkunnath Abraham Malpan, Mampuram Thangal, Sahodaran Ayyappan, Pandit K P Karuppan, Pampadi John Joseph, Mannathu Padmanabhan, V T Bhattathirippad, Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi, Makthi Thangal, Blessed Elias Kuriakose Chaavra, Barrister G P Pillai, TK Madhavan, Moorkoth Kumaran, C. Krishnan, K P Kesava Menon, Dr.Ayyathan Gopalan, C V Kunjuraman, Kuroor Neelakantan Namboothiripad, Velukkutty Arayan, K P Vellon, P K Chathan Master, K Kelappan, P. Krishna Pillai, A K Gopalan, T R Krishnaswami Iyer, C Kesavan. Swami Ananda Theerthan , M C Joseph, Kuttippuzha Krishnapillai and others .

Literary Figures: Kodungallur Kunhikkuttan Thampuran, KeralaVarma Valiyakoyi Thampuran, Kandathil Varghese Mappila. Kumaran Asan, Vallathol Narayana Menon, Ulloor S Parameswara Iyer, G Sankara Kurup, Changampuzha Krishna Pillai, Chandu Menon, Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Kesav Dev, Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, Ponkunnam Varky, S K Pottakkad and others.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND CURRENT AFFAIRS: General Knowledge and Current Affairs.

Module II:

a) MATHEMATICS (ENGINEERING)

Matrices: Rank, systems of linear equations, consistency, eigen values, eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton Theorem, diagonalisation, linear dependence and independence of vectors. 

Partial Differentiation: Partial derivatives, Euler’s theorem on homogeneous functions, total derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s series (one and two variables) – Maxima and minima of functions of two variables – Lagrange’ s method.

Vector Differentiation: Scalar and vector functions, differentiation of vector functions – velocity and acceleration – scalar and vector fields – operator  – Gradient – Directional derivative – Divergence – Curl – irrotational and solenoidal fields – scalar potential.

Laplace Transforms: Transforms of elementary functions, shifting property – inverse transforms – transforms of derivatives and integrals – transform of functions multiplied by t and divided by t – convolution theorem, solution of ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients using Laplace transforms.

Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order ordinary differential equations, systems of linear first order ordinary differential equations, linear ordinary differential equations of higher order with constant coefficients, linear second order ordinary differential equations with variable coefficients (Cauchy and Legendre equations), Method of Laplace transforms for solving ordinary differential equations.

Complex Analysis: Analytic functions, conformal mappings, bilinear transformations, complex integration, Cauchy’s integral theorem and formula, Taylor and Laurent’s series, residue theorem. 

Fourier Series: Fourier series of periodic functions of period 2 π and 2 ℓ, odd and even functions, Half range expansions.

b) BASIC CIVIL ENGINEEERING: Mechanics – statistics – Coplanar forces – conditions of equilibrium. Support reactions – Simply supported and overhanging beams. Friction – Laws of friction – applications. Centre of gravity and moment of inertia of plane areas. Dynamics – rectilinear motion – Newton’s laws of motion – curvilinear motion. Building materials – common building materials – stone, brick, cement, steel, aggregate, concrete, timber – properties, IS specification. Building construction – types and functions of the following structural components of buildings – foundations and superstructure. Surveying – principle of surveying – linear measurements using chain – levelling work – reduction of levels.

c) BASIC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: Zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics, CI and SI Engines, properties of steam. Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, hydro-electric, thermal and nuclear power plants, mechanical power transmission systems such as belt, rope, chain and gear, manufacturing process – casting, forging, rolling, brazing, soldering, and welding, machining process – turning, shaping, drilling, grinding and milling. Conic sections and miscellaneous curves, orthographic, isometric and perspective projections.

Module III :

a) BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING: Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws – solution of series and parallel circuits with dc excitation. Magnetic circuits: MMF, field strength, flux density, reluctance, electromagnetic induction, Faraday’s laws, Lenz’s law, statically and dynamically induced emfs, self and mutual induction, co-efficient of coupling. Principle of generation of alternating current – waveforms – frequency, period, average and rms values, form factor. Generation of 3 phase ac voltage, star and delta connections, voltage & current relationships in star and delta (balanced system only). Principle of operation of dc motor & generator, single phase transformer and three phase induction motor. Types of lamps, necessity of earthing.

b) BASIC ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING: Devices – working principle of PN junction, Zener diode and BJT. Systems – Rectifiers : Half wave, Full wave and Bridge. Filters: Capacitors and Inductors. Amplifiers & Oscillators – Common Emitter RC coupled amplifier and its frequency response. Principles of Wein-bridge oscillator. Op-amps: Basics, inverting and noninverting amplifier. Communication – Need for modulation, principles of AM and FM. Measurements – Working principles of CRO and Multimeter. 

c) BASIC COMPUTER SCIENCE: Functional units of a computer. Programming in C – control structures, functions.

Module IV : Mechanics of Structures:

Simple stress and strain relationship: Stress and strain in two dimensions, principal
stresses, Stress transformation, Mohr’s circle – Bending moment and shear force in
statically determinate beams – Simple bending theory, flexural and shear stress – Thin
walled pressure vessels, uniform torsion, buckling of column, combined and direct
bending stresses.
Analysis of statically determinate trusses, arches, beams, cables and frames –
Deflection of beams, methods – Displacements in statically determinate structures and
analysis of statically indeterminate structures by force / energy methods, analysis by
displacement methods (slope deflection and moment distribution methods) – influence
lines for determinate and indeterminate structures – Basic concepts of matrix methods
of structural analysis.

Module V : Structural design, Construction and Management:

Concrete Structures – Concrete technology – properties of concrete, mix design.
Concrete design – working stress and limit state design concepts – analysis of ultimate
load capacity and design of members subjected to flexure, shear, compression and
torsion by limit state methods. Basic elements of pre-stressed concrete, analysis of
beam sections (rectangular and I sections). Design of retaining walls and water tanks.
Steel structures – Analysis and design of tension and compression members, beams,
beam-columns, column bases. Connections – simple and eccentric beam column
connections – plate girders and trusses – Plastic analysis of beams and frames.
Construction Management – Construction, planning and scheduling – Bar chart, CPM,
PERT – construction equipments – construction procedures – contract, tender
documents.
Building Planning – building bye laws – functional planning of buildings.
Building materials and construction – construction materials, properties, IS
specifications, prefabricated structural elements.
Quantity surveying & valuation – Building construction – detailed specification,
preparation of data and analysis of rates for various items of work. Type of estimates
– Detailed estimate for buildings. Valuation methods.

Module VI : Fluid Mechanics and Water Resources Engineering:

Fluid mechanics and Hydraulics – Properties of fluids, Principle of conservation of
mass, momentum, energy and corresponding equations, potential flow, applications of
momentum and Bernoulli’s equation, laminar and turbulent flow, flow in pipes – flow in open channels – uniform flow, critical flow and gradually varied flow, specific
energy concept, hydraulic jump. Forces on immersed bodies, flow measurement in
channels, tanks and pipes. Dimensional analysis and hydraulic modelling, kinematics
of flow, velocity triangles and specific speed of pumps and turbines.
Hydrology and water Resources – Hydrologic cycle – rainfall, evaporation,
infiltration, unit hydrograph. Reservoir capacity, well hydraulics.
Irrigation – duty, delta, crop water requirements – Design of lined and unlined canals
– canals on alluvium, head works, gravity dams and spillways. Design of weirs on
permeable foundations – Canal Head works, cross drainage works.

Module VII :Transportation and Geotechnical Engineering:

Soil mechanics – soil classification, three phase system, fundamental definitions,
relationship and interrelationships, permeability and seepage, effective stress
principle, consolidation, compaction, shear strength.
Foundation Engineering – subsurface investigations – drilling bore holes, sampling,
penetration lists, plate load test. Earth pressure theories, effect of water table, layered
soils. Stability of slopes, infinite slope, finite slope. Foundation types – foundation
design requirements. Shallow foundations – bearing capacity, effect of shape, water
table and other factors, stress distribution, settlement analysis in sand and clay. Pile
foundations, types, dynamic and static formula load capacity of files in sand and clay,
negative skein friction.
Highway Engineering – Geometric design of highways, testing and specifications of
paving materials, design of flexible and rigid pavements. Traffic Engineering –
Traffic characteristics – theory of traffic flow, intersection design, traffic signs and
signal design, highway capacity.
Railway Engineering – points and crossing – signalling stations and yards.
Harbour Engineering – classification – requirement and site selection – break waters –
classification – docks, functions and types of docks.
Tunnelling – Transfer of centre line – methods of construction on rocks and soils,
tunnel lining, ventilation, lighting and drainage.
Airport – planning and design – characteristics, component parts – site selection –
runway design.

Module VIII : Environmental Engineering and Surveying:

Water requirements: Quality standards, basic unit processes and operation for water
treatment. Drinking water standards, water requirements, basic unit operations and
unit processes for surface water treatment, distribution of water sewage and sewerage
treatment, quantity and characteristics of waste water. Primary, secondary and tertiary
treatment of wastewater, sludge disposal, effluent discharge standards. Domestic
waste water treatment, quantity and characteristics of domestic wastewater, primary
and secondary treatment. Unit operations and unit processes of domestic wastewater,
sludge disposal.
Surveying: Importance of surveying, principles and classification, measurement of
distances and directions, levelling, contouring, computation of areas and volumes,
traversing, theodolite and plane table. Errors and adjustments, curves – vertical and
horizontal.
Tacheometric survey – Stadia and tangential systems.
Photogrammetry – Heights and distances – vertical photograph – Relief displacement.
Total station – types. Working principles – measurement techniques.
Hydrographic survey.