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What is the maximum number of questions that can be attempted from one section?
What is the maximum number of questions that can be attempted from one section?
- One
- Two (correct)
- Four
- Three
What must all persons wear at all times in the laboratory?
What must all persons wear at all times in the laboratory?
- Safety Goggles and Lab Jackets (correct)
- Rubber gloves
- Lab Aprons only
- Safety Goggles only
What is stated as strictly forbidden in the laboratories?
What is stated as strictly forbidden in the laboratories?
- Over-hurried activities
- Eating, Drinking and Smoking (correct)
- Wearing safety equipment
- Using instruments without signing in
How many theory papers are there per semester according to the credit system?
How many theory papers are there per semester according to the credit system?
What is the total time required for semester examinations including practicals?
What is the total time required for semester examinations including practicals?
What should be used whenever necessary in the laboratory?
What should be used whenever necessary in the laboratory?
What is included in the personal precautions for laboratory safety?
What is included in the personal precautions for laboratory safety?
What activities contribute to a student's workload in the credit system?
What activities contribute to a student's workload in the credit system?
What is the total number of credits assigned to the theory paper in Unit-1 through Unit-4?
What is the total number of credits assigned to the theory paper in Unit-1 through Unit-4?
How many practicals are required for the project worth 50 marks?
How many practicals are required for the project worth 50 marks?
What is the SGPA formula used to calculate a student's semester index grade?
What is the SGPA formula used to calculate a student's semester index grade?
If a student scores 85 marks, what grade point will they receive?
If a student scores 85 marks, what grade point will they receive?
How many contact hours are allocated for the practical course explanation?
How many contact hours are allocated for the practical course explanation?
What is the maximum number of credits a student can earn from practical papers in Unit-1?
What is the maximum number of credits a student can earn from practical papers in Unit-1?
What grade corresponds to a score range of 41 to 50 marks?
What grade corresponds to a score range of 41 to 50 marks?
What is the total practical workload for a student in a semester?
What is the total practical workload for a student in a semester?
What is the primary purpose of the decanter in muddy juice treatment?
What is the primary purpose of the decanter in muddy juice treatment?
Which type of carrier is characterized by a splitting mechanism for handling cane?
Which type of carrier is characterized by a splitting mechanism for handling cane?
What is the primary advantage of using hot water in the imbibitions process?
What is the primary advantage of using hot water in the imbibitions process?
Which method is NOT a common technique for measuring cane preparation index?
Which method is NOT a common technique for measuring cane preparation index?
What is the role of the Messchaert groove in mills?
What is the role of the Messchaert groove in mills?
What is a key characteristic of a conventional mill in sugar processing?
What is a key characteristic of a conventional mill in sugar processing?
What aspect of cane feeding does the slope of the feeder table affect?
What aspect of cane feeding does the slope of the feeder table affect?
Which component is crucial for effectively controlling the loading in mills?
Which component is crucial for effectively controlling the loading in mills?
Which method is used for determining reducing sugar in white sugar analysis?
Which method is used for determining reducing sugar in white sugar analysis?
What is one of the main parameters measured during the analysis of raw sugar?
What is one of the main parameters measured during the analysis of raw sugar?
During the special analysis for sugar technology, which method is used to determine the phosphate content of juice?
During the special analysis for sugar technology, which method is used to determine the phosphate content of juice?
Which analysis is not performed on jaggery?
Which analysis is not performed on jaggery?
What is assessed by the Brix curve method in sugar technology?
What is assessed by the Brix curve method in sugar technology?
Which method is used to determine the particle size distribution of white sugar?
Which method is used to determine the particle size distribution of white sugar?
What parameter is determined by analyzing boiler water?
What parameter is determined by analyzing boiler water?
Which of the following methods is not applicable for determining the CaO content of juice?
Which of the following methods is not applicable for determining the CaO content of juice?
What is a key property of Bagasse that makes it suitable as a fuel in sugar industry?
What is a key property of Bagasse that makes it suitable as a fuel in sugar industry?
Which boiler component is essential for increasing the temperature of steam beyond its saturation point?
Which boiler component is essential for increasing the temperature of steam beyond its saturation point?
What type of flow meter is used to measure steam flow in boiler instrumentation?
What type of flow meter is used to measure steam flow in boiler instrumentation?
Which type of turbine is typically used in power generation within a sugar factory?
Which type of turbine is typically used in power generation within a sugar factory?
What is the main purpose of water treatment in boiler systems?
What is the main purpose of water treatment in boiler systems?
Which of the following references specifically covers the engineering aspects of cane sugar?
Which of the following references specifically covers the engineering aspects of cane sugar?
What does the term 'DM & RO plants' refer to in boiler water treatment?
What does the term 'DM & RO plants' refer to in boiler water treatment?
Which component is part of boiler accessories to ensure proper airflow?
Which component is part of boiler accessories to ensure proper airflow?
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Study Notes
Examination Structure and Instructions
- Six questions divided into Section I and Section II; attempt four, with no more than two from either section.
- Both sections to be answered in the same book.
- Equivalence of paper titles and content is not applicable under the new syllabus.
Special Instructions
- No special instructions at the initial stage; suggestions will follow implementation.
- Fieldwork, seminars, group discussions, and oral examinations to be detailed as needed.
- Laboratory safety instructions must be provided where applicable.
Laboratory Safety and Equipment
- Personal Precautions: Safety goggles, lab aprons, and proper footwear mandatory. Over-hurried activities restricted; eating, drinking, and smoking prohibited.
- Safety and Emergency Equipment: First aid kits, fire extinguishers, chemical storage cabinets, and material safety data sheets required.
- Local Exhaust Systems: Proper management of fume hoods is essential; sign-in register for instrument usage.
Academic Credit System
- Credits represent student workload across various activities: lectures, practicals, seminars, private work, examinations, and assessments.
- Each student faces 24 hours of examination time per semester: 12 hours for theory and 12 hours for practicals.
- Course structure includes minimum two seminars per semester, library work, and a weightage system emphasizing external assessments.
Credit Distribution for Theory and Practicals
- Total credits allocated per unit in theory and practical assessments.
- Practicals incorporate two per paper with detailed breakdowns across units, with project work also contributing to credit count.
- Practical courses demand a total of 60 days of student workload over a semester.
Grading System
- Grades range from A+ (91-100 marks) to F (0-10 marks) with corresponding grade points from 9 down to 0.
- Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA) calculated based on credits and grades received.
Sugar Engineering Curriculum Overview
- Semester I: Topics include cane handling, feeding mechanisms, preparation processes, mill structures, and component functionalities related to sugar milling.
- Key Equipment: Bridge and trolley systems for unloading, various cane preparation devices, and details on conventional mill designs and operations.
Sugar Engineering Advanced Topics
- Semester II: Focuses on steam generation, boiler instrumentation, water treatment processes, and power generation mechanisms.
- Instrumentation: Flow, level, pressure, and temperature meters for effective boiler management connected to data loggers.
Chemical Analysis in Sugar Technology
- Thorough analysis protocols for white and raw sugar including moisture content, sucrose levels, and ash testing.
- Additional tests involve determining particle size and color to ensure quality control in sugar production.
Practical Analytical Procedures
- Covers a wide range of analyses such as determining pol%, fiber content, recovery rates, mill performance, and juice clarification metrics.
- Emphasizes methods like the Brix curve technique for evaluating mill efficiency and determining the optimal pH for clarification.
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