Post Name: Junior Instructor – Mechanic Computer Hardware

Department: Industrial Training Department

Paper Code: 38/2015

Date of Examination: 27th February 2015

Category: Kerala PSC Previous Year Question Papers

Exam Mode: OMR (Offline)

Medium of Question Paper: English

Exam Overview:

The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) conducted the Junior Instructor – Mechanic Computer Hardware exam on 27.02.2015 for recruitment to the Industrial Training Department. The exam was aimed at selecting technically skilled candidates capable of handling instructional duties related to computer hardware maintenance and repair in various ITIs across Kerala.

This objective-type test evaluated both the technical knowledge of candidates in the domain of computer hardware mechanics and their general awareness, logical reasoning, and language skills.

Structure of the Question Paper:

• Each question carried 1 mark

• Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for each wrong answer

• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Topics Covered:

Core Subject – Mechanic Computer Hardware (70 Questions)

• Fundamentals of computers and hardware architecture

• Types and functioning of storage devices

• Motherboard components and troubleshooting

• BIOS & CMOS settings

• Installation of operating systems (Windows/Linux)

• Peripheral devices and their configuration

• Preventive and corrective maintenance

• Networking basics (LAN/WAN, IP addressing)

• Power supply and SMPS

• ESD precautions and safety practices

 General Knowledge & Current Affairs (10 Questions)

• Indian history, geography, polity, and economics

• Kerala-specific facts and general awareness

• Recent scientific and technological developments

• Important national and international events

 General English (10 Questions)

• Grammar and sentence correction

• Vocabulary (synonyms, antonyms)

• Comprehension and error spotting

• Usage of idioms and phrases

 Arithmetic & Mental Ability (10 Questions)

• Simplification, percentages, and averages

• Ratio and proportion

• Time and distance

• Logical sequences, number series, and puzzles

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