University of Jammu Releases USIC Scientific Officer Syllabus for Entrance/Screening Test
The University of Jammu has released the syllabus and examination pattern for the Entrance/Screening Test for the post of Scientific Officer in the University Science Instrumentation Centre (USIC).
Examination Details
Post Name: Scientific Officer, USIC
Duration: 2 Hours
Total Marks: 100
Examination Pattern
The Entrance/Screening Test will consist of two sections:
Section A
- General English
- General Knowledge
- Logical Reasoning
- Basic Arithmetic
- Analytical Ability
Marks: 30
Section B
Discipline-Oriented Questions
Marks: 70
Detailed Syllabus
SECTION-A
General English, General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning, Basic Arithmetic, Analytical Ability, etc.
SECTION-B
Unit I: Fundamentals of Instrumentation
Principles of Measurement
- Generalized measurement system and its stages
- Mechanical, electrical, optical, and pneumatic measurement systems
Transducers and Sensors
- Classification: Resistive, inductive, capacitive, piezoelectric, thermoelectric, optical, magnetic
- Sensors for displacement, velocity, acceleration, force and torque
- Pressure and flow measurement
- Temperature, level, strain, vibration, and humidity sensors
- Smart transducers and digital sensors
Performance Characteristics
Static Characteristics
- Accuracy
- Precision
- Sensitivity
- Resolution
- Hysteresis
- Drift
- Linearity
Dynamic Characteristics
- Time constant
- Frequency response
- Bandwidth
Signal Conditioning & Processing
- Amplification and filtering
- Modulation and demodulation
- Isolation and noise reduction
- Analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion
- Sampling theorem
- Introduction to LabVIEW and MATLAB/Simulink
Calibration & Standards
- International System of Units (SI)
- Calibration methods
- Primary and secondary standards
- Traceability
- Uncertainty estimation
- Error classification
Unit II: Mechanical Systems and Design
Strength of Materials & Design Considerations
- Stress and strain
- Hooke’s Law
- Elastic and plastic deformation
- Failure theories
- Creep and fatigue
- Fracture mechanics in scientific instruments
- Materials selection for precision and laboratory instruments
Essential Links
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