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This document is an assessment paper for Electrical Installation Level 5, focusing on applying electrical principles. It includes instructions for candidates, two sections with various questions covering topics like electromagnetic induction, electrical machines, and circuit analysis. The assessment is designed to evaluate knowledge and understanding of electrical concepts and applications.

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©2024 Tvet Cdacc

This document is an assessment paper for Electrical Installation Level 5, focusing on applying electrical principles. It includes instructions for candidates, two sections with various questions covering topics like electromagnetic induction, electrical machines, and circuit analysis. The assessment is designed to evaluate knowledge and understanding of electrical concepts and applications.

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©2024 TVET CDACC

071305T4EIN
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION LEVEL 5
ENG/OS/ET/CC/03/5/A
Apply Electrical Principles
July/August 2024
Time: 3 HOURS

TVET CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT, ASSESSMENT AND


CERTIFICATION COUNCIL (TVET CDACC)

WRITTEN ASSESSMENT

3 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
1. This paper consists of two sections: A and B.
2. You are provided with a separate answer booklet.
3. Marks for each question are as indicated.
4. Do not write on the question paper.

This paper consists of five (5) printed pages


Check the question paper to ascertain that all pages are printed as indicated and that no
questions are missing

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SECTION A (40 MARKS)


Answer ALL questions in this section
1. Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction is a fundamental principle of electromagnetism
which forms the basis for many electrical devices such as transformers, inductors, and
generators. State this law. (2 marks)
2. Figure 1 shows a component installed for an electrical machine. Explain the importance of
this component when installing electrical machines in industrial setup. (3 marks)

3. Table 1 shows different electrical quantities, SI unit and definitions. Fill the table with the
right unit and description. (4 marks)
Electrical quantity SI unit Description
Power ……….. Rate at which electrical energy is transferred
Capacitance Farad ………………………..
……………… Henry Property of a conductor to oppose changes in
current by inducing a voltage.
Current Ampere ………………….
Table 1
4. Single-phase electrical machines are widely used in residential, commercial, and some
industrial applications which are typically powered by single-phase AC power sources. List four
types of Single phase machines which can be found in a training workshop. (4 marks)
5. A d.c motor utilizes the interaction between a magnetic field and electric current to produce
rotational force. State three main methods of controlling the speed of a d.c motor.
(3 marks)

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6. A 20μF capacitor is connected in series with a 50kΩ resistor and the circuit is connected to
a 20V d.c supply. Determine:
i. The initial value of the current flowing
ii. The time constant of the circuit
iii. The value of current one second after connection (5 marks)
7. Figure 2 shows a resistor R and capacitor C connected across a.c voltage source. State four
applications of capacitor in an A.C circuits. (4 marks)

8. Magnetic fields are invisible areas of influence reated by moving electric charges. They
exert a force on other moving electric charges, magnetic materials, and even other magnetic
fields. Outline three main sources of magnetic fields. (3 marks)
9. The study of electric charges at rest and the forces, fields, and potentials associated with
them is known as electrostatics. What is the meaning of the terms below associated with
electrostatics? (4 marks)
a) Capacitance (C)
b) Electric flux density
10. A 5 kVA single-phase transformer has a turn’s ratio of 10:1 and is fed from a 2.5 kV
supply. Neglecting losses, determine the full load secondary current. (5 marks)
11. Transformers experience various types of losses when they are under load which impact the
efficiency and performance of the transformer. Outline three primary losses that occur in a
transformer on load. (3 marks)

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SECTION B (60 MARKS)


Answer three questions in this section
12. (a) Figure 3 shows a d.c circuit with four resistors connected to a 24 voltage supply. Using
the circuit; Determine:

i. Total resistance of the circuit. (4 marks)


ii. Power dissipated by a 1.6 Ω resistor. (4 marks)
iii. Energy through 6 Ω resistor after 2 minutes (4 marks)
b) Basic electrical instruments are essential for measuring various electrical quantities and
ensuring accurate and reliable data in electrical engineering and related fields. Outline four
instrument and respective basic electrical quantities they can measure. (8 marks)
13. (a) Earthing of electrical systems is crucial in any electrical installation as outlined in I.E.E
regulations. What is the meaning of the term earthing? (2 marks)
b) Grounding is a critical safety measure in electrical systems and equipment. Explain three
importance for connecting electrical systems to ground. (6 marks)
c) Using a well labelled diagram, describe three methods that can be used to achieve
earthing of an installation. (12 marks)
14. (a) Lightning protection systems are designed to safeguard structures and their occupants
from the destructive effects of lightning strikes by providing a controlled path for the
lightning current to travel to the ground. Outline five main components of a lightning
protection system. (5 marks)

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b) Power factor refers to the efficiency of how electrical energy is used. A perfect power factor of
1.0 indicates all the delivered energy is used for actual work, while a lower power factor
signifies wasted energy. Explain three causes of low Power Factor. (6 marks)
c) (i) Power factor correction equipment aims to improve the power factor, reducing energy
wastage and offering several benefits. State three Power Factor Improvement equipment.
(3 marks)
ii) A low power factor in electrical systems can lead to various disadvantages, affecting
both operational efficiency and economic performance. List any three disadvantages.

(3 marks)
15. (a) State;
i. Superposition theorem. (2 marks)
ii. Kirchhoff’s laws (4 marks)
b) The figure below shows a circuit diagram with two voltage sources. Use Kirchhoff’s laws
to determine the currents flowing in each bran h of the network. (10 marks)

c) Derive the resonant frequency in R-L-C series circuit given that (4 marks)

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