Seat No.: ________ Enrolment No.

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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE –SEMESTER 1&2(NEW SYLLABUS)EXAMINATION- WINTER 2018

Subject Code: 3110005 Date: 18-01-2019

Subject Name: Basic Electrical Engineering
Time: 10:30 am to 01:00 pm Total Marks: 70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.

Marks
Q.1 (a) Define Amplitude, Frequency and Time period for alternating quantities. 03
(b) Briefly describe the operating principle of a transformer. 04

(c) Obtain the value of Norton’s equivalent current and Norton’s equivalent 07
resistance for the network shown in the following figure.

Q.2 (a) Prepare a list of parts of a DC machine. Explain any one part in detail. 03
(b) Briefly describe the auto transformer and its applications. 04
(c) The maximum values of voltage and current in a circuit are 400 V and 20 A 07
respectively. Both the quantities are sinusoidal with 50 Hz frequency. The
instantaneous values of voltage and current at time t=0 second are 283 V and
10 A respectively (both increasing and positive). Obtain the equations of
voltage and current in this circuit at time ‘t’ second. Also find out the active
power consumption in the circuit.
OR
(c) In a series R-L circuit, a voltage of 10 V at 50 Hz frequency produces a current 07
of 750 mA. In the same circuit with same magnitude of applied voltage with a
frequency of 75 Hz produces a current of 500 mA. Find out the values of R and
L in the circuit.
Q.3 (a) Briefly describe pipe earthing. 03
(b) Mention the types of single phase induction motor. Explain any one of them. 04
(c) Derive the equations of active, reactive and apparent powers in a series R-L 07
circuit with sinusoidal AC supply.
OR

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Q.3 (a) Give a list of safety devices used for home appliances. 03
(b) Give a comparison between squirrel cage induction motor and wound rotor 04
induction motor.
(c) Derive the equations of capacitor voltage and circuit current in a series R-C 07
circuit connected to a DC supply through a switch. Assume that switch is
initially open and it is closed at time t=0 second.
Q.4 (a) Discuss the difference between MCB and Fuse. 03
(b) Why the consumers should improve their power factor? 04
(c) Explain Thevenin’s theorem. Take suitable example and explain the steps to 07
apply Thevenin’s theorem for a resistive circuit with a constant DC voltage
source.
OR
Q.4 (a) What is MCCB? Where is it used? 03
(b) Compute the monthly energy charges for an air conditioner having 04
consumption of 2 kW. Daily usage of the air conditioner is 10 hours. Energy
charges are Rs 8 per unit.
(c) Explain the term power factor. Explain the steps to obtain power factor of an 07
AC circuit with parallel connection of R, L and C elements.
Q.5 (a) Describe the stator construction of a single phase induction motor. 03
(b) Write a short note on Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) 04
(c) Explain the term rotating magnetic field with proper diagrams in case of a three 07
phase induction motor.
OR
Q.5 (a) Describe the construction of rotor for a slip ring type three phase induction 03
motor.
(b) Write a short note on Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB). 04
(c) Explain the working principles of a synchronous generator and a synchronous 07
motor.

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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE - SEMESTER–I &II (NEW) EXAMINATION – SUMMER-2019
Subject Code: 3110005 Date: 20/06/2019
Subject Name: Basic Electrical Engineering
Time: 10:30 AM TO 01:00 PM Total Marks: 70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.

Marks
Q.1 (a) State and explain Kirchoff’s voltage and current laws. 03
(b) Compare the resistive series and parallel circuit. 04
(c) Consider the circuit shown in Figure. Reduce the portion of the circuit to the 07
left of terminals a–b to (a) a Thévenin equivalent and (b) a Norton equivalent.
Find the current through R = 16 Ω.

Q.2 (a) For series resonant circuit with brief description draw the phasor diagrams for 03
following conditions (i) At resonant (ii) Below resonant (iii) Above resonant.

(b) Prove that the sum of readings of two watt meters connected to measure power 04
in three phase circuit gives total power consumed by the circuit.

(c) A series RLC circuit with L= 160 mH, C= 100 µF and R = 40 Ω is connected to 07
a sinusoidal voltage V(t) = 40 Sinωt, with ω= 200 rad/sec. Find (i) What is the
Impedance of the circuit. (ii) Let the current at any instant in the circuit be I(t) =
I0 Sin(ωt-Φ). Find I0 (iii) What is the Phase Φ ?
OR
(c) A balanced star connected load of (4+j3) Ω per phase is connected to a balance 07
3 phase 400 V supply. Find the line current, power factor, active power and
reactive power.
Q.3 (a) For A.C. sinusoidal current prove that Irms = 0.707 Im. 03
(b) Explain voltage step-up and step-down operation in autotransformer with 04
diagram.
(c) Explain various connections of three phase transformer with diagram. 07

OR
Q.3 (a) Explain in brief single phase RC parallel circuit with phasor diagram 03
(b) Derive the E.M.F. equation of a single phase transformer. 04
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 (c) Explain with diagram construction of core type and shell type transformer. 07

Q.4 (a) State significance of the back emf in DC motor. 03

(b) Classify and compare various DC motor. 04
(c) Explain construction of synchronous generator with diagram. 07
OR
Q.4 (a) Give the classification of Induction motor. 03
(b) Discuss how the rotating magnetic field is produced in three phase induction 04
motor.
(c) Explain the working of single phase induction motor with diagram. 07

Q.5 (a) State function of various parts of HT cable. 03

(b) Give the comparison of fuse and MCB. 04
(c) Explain plate earthing with diagram. 07
OR
Q.5 (a) What is power factor and why improvement is required in that? 03
(b) State and explain in brief important electrical characteristics of battery. 04
(c) Calculate the electricity bill amount for a month of April, if 4 bulbs of 40 W for 07
5 h, 4 tube lights of 60 W for 5 h, a TV of 100 W for 6 h, a washing machine of
400 W for 3 h, a water pump of 0.5 HP for 15 minutes are used per day. The
cost per unit is Rs 3.50. Consider 1 HP = 746 watts

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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE - SEMESTER– I & II (NEW) EXAMINATION – WINTER 2019
Subject Code: 3110005 Date: 11/01/2020
Subject Name: Basic Electrical Engineering
Time: 10:30 AM TO 01:00 PM Total Marks: 70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.

Marks
Q.1 (a) State Ohm’s law and Kirchhoff’s Laws in context with DC circuits. 03
(b) A 100V,60 Watt bulb is to be operated from a 220V supply. What is 04
the resistance to be connected in series with the bulb to glow
normally?
(c) Derive an expression for equivalent resistances of a star connected 07
network to transform into a Delta connected network.
Q.2 (a) State Thevenin’s and Norton’s Theorems. 03
(b) Compare series and parallel resonance in ac circuit. 04
(c) A single phase R-L-C circuit having resistance of 8Ω, inductance of 07
80mH and capacitance of 100µF is connected across single phase ac
150 V , 50Hz supply. Calculate the current, power factor and voltage
drop across inductance and capacitance.
OR
(c) Derive an expression for the voltage across the capacitor during 07
charging through the resistor at any instant Vc = V(1-e-t/RC). Assume
that RC series circuit is connected across a DC supply of voltage V.
Q.3 (a) Define the following terms in connection with AC waveforms:- 03
1. Q-Factor 2. Power Factor
3.Form factor.
(b) Draw impedance triangle, Voltage triangle, Power triangle for single 04
phase R-L series circuit.
(c) Derive the relationship between Phase and Line values of voltages 07
and currents in case of 3-phase Star- connection.
OR
Q.3 (a) Define the terms:- 1. Real power 2. Reactive power 3. Apparent 03
power.
(b) Derive the EMF equation of single phase transformer. 04
(c) With neat circuit diagram and a phasor diagram prove that two watt 07
meters are sufficient to measure total power in 3-phase system.
Q.4 (a) Explain working principle of single phase Transformer. 03
(b) Give Merits, Demerits and Applications of Induction Motor. 04
(c) Explain in detail the construction of an Alternator. 07
OR
Q.4 (a) Explain working principle of D.C. Motor. 03
(b) Compare poly phase Induction Motor and single phase Induction 04
Motor.

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 (c) Explain Generation of Rotating Magnetic Field in 3-phase Induction 07
Motor with diagrams and equations.
Q.5 (a) Classify different types of cables with reference to voltage and 03
insulation materials.
(b) Explain the terms:- 1. Residual magnetism 2. Coercive Force. 04
(c) Explain the process of charging and discharging of Lead acid cell. 07
OR
Q.5 (a) Compare MCB and ELCB. 03
(b) Write safety precautions for electrical Applications. 04
(c) Explain different methods of power factor improvement. 07

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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE – SEMESTER 1&2 EXAMINATION – SUMMER 2020
Subject Code: 3110005 Date:10/11/2020
Subject Name: Basic Electrical Engineering
Time: 10:30 AM TO 01:00 PM Total Marks: 70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.

Marks
Q.1 (a) A resistance of 10Ω is connected in series with two resistances each 03
of the 15Ω arranged in parallel. What resistance must be shunted
across this parallel combination so that total current taken shall be
1.5 A with 20 V applied?
(b) State the superposition theorem with suitable example. 04
(c) For the Wheatstone bridge diagram shown in Figure 1, obtain the 07
current flowing through the 20Ω resistance using Thevenin's
equivalent network.
Q.2 (a) Explain Kirchoff's law for DC series network in brief. 03
(b) Define the following terms for AC (alternating current) signal: 04
(i) Crest Factor (ii) Form Fator (iii) Average Value (iv) RMS
Value.
(c) A current of 5 A flows through a non-inductive resistance in series 07
with a choking coil when supplied at 250V,50Hz. If the voltage
across the resistance is 125 V and across the coil 200V, calculate
(i) impedance, reactance and resistance of the coil (ii) the power
absorbed by the coil (iii) and total power.
OR
(c) Prove that the current in purely inductive circuit lags its voltage by 07
90° and average power consumption in pure inductor is zero.
Q.3 (a) Write the comparison between series resonance and parallel 03
resonance condition in AC circuit.
(b) Derive the relation between line-voltage and phase-voltage for 04
three-phase four wire star connection network. Also, prove that the
total three-phase power consumption in star connection is PT = √3
VL IL cos φ.
(c) Explain various connections of three phase transformer with diagram. 07
OR
Q.3 (a) Explain magnetic hysteresis. 03
(b) Derive the E.M.F. equation of a single phase transformer 04
(c) State the difference in core type and shell type transformer with neat 07
and clean construction diagram.
Q.4 (a) How the rotating magnetic field is produce in three-phase induction 03
motor? Explain in brief.
(b) Why single-phase induction motor is not self starting while three- 04
phase induction motor is self starting. Explain in brief.
(c) Explain construction of Alternator with neat diagram. 07
OR

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Q.4 (a) Justify that how back e.m.f. in DC motor acts like a governor. 03
(b) State the comparison of generator and motor action with respect to 04
design and working principle. Draw the necessary diagram.
(c) Write working principle of DC motor with neat diagram. 07

Q.5 (a) Calculate the resistance of a 100 m length of wire having a uniform 03
cross sectional area of 0.02 mm2 and having resistivity of 40 µΩ-
cm.
(b) Discuss types of cables used for residential and commercial wiring. 04
(c) Explain the following protective devices in detail: 07
(i) SFU (ii) MCB (iii) ELCB
OR
Q.5 (a) A d-c generator has an e.m.f of 200 volts and provides a current of 10 03
amps. How much energy does it provide each minute?
(b) Explain the construction of the lead-acid battery with neat diagram. 04
(c) Explain different types earthing and its importance in electrical 07
utility system in detail.

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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE - SEMESTER–1/2 EXAMINATION – WINTER 2021
Subject Code:3110005 Date:29/03/2022
Subject Name:Basic Electrical Engineering
Time:10:30 AM TO 01:00 PM Total Marks:70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.

Q.1 (a) Calculate current, resistance and energy consumed by an oven rated 230V, 03
1KW when used for 20 hours. Also calculate the electricity bill at the rate
of Rs. 7/- per unit.
(b) Define Power Factor. What are the disadvantages of Low Power Factor? 04

(c) Summarize; Mathematical & Waveform representation of an alternating 07

sinusoidal quantity (voltage or current). Demonstrate time period, peak
value, Peak to Peak value, Average value, RMS value. Write definition of
all.

Q.2 (a) Write statement of Superposition, Norton and Thevenin theorem. 03

(b) Write classification of Electric Networks. 04
(c) Write applications of Thevenin’s theorem. Find the current passing 07
through 2 Ω (Fig. A) resistance using Thevenin’s theorem. All resistances
are in Ω.
OR
(c) Derive the expression for the rise of current in R-L series circuit when a 07
D.C. supply is switched on to it. Define time constant of it.
Q.3 (a) Define Form factor. State the value of form factor for Sinusoidal 03
waveform.
(b) A series resonance network consisting of a resistor of 30Ω, a capacitor of 04
2μF and an inductor of 20mH is connected across a sinusoidal supply
voltage which has a constant output of 9 volts at all frequencies. Calculate,
the resonant frequency, the current at resonance, the voltage across the
inductor and capacitor at resonance, the Quality factor and the bandwidth
of the circuit.
(c) With the help of waveforms and phasor diagrams, comment on phase 07
relationship between voltage and current in single phase RLC series
circuit.
OR
Q.3 (a) Define Q-factor of RLC series circuit. What is the importance of it? 03
(b) Draw Impedance triangle and Admittance triangle. 04

(c) A balanced 3-phase load consists of 3 coils each of resistance of 6 Ω and 07

inductive reactance of 8 Ω. Determine line current and power absorbed
when the coils are 1. Star connected and 2. Delta connected across 400V,
3-phase supply.

Q.4 (a) State advantages of polyphase systems. 03

(b) Mention Merits and Demerits of Induction Motor. 04
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 (c) Explain construction of single phase Transformer. 07
OR
Q.4 (a) Write applications of Auto Transformer. 03
(b) Explain the principle of operation of an Alternator. 04
(c) Describe construction of a DC machine. 07

Q.5 (a) Mention advantages of MCB over Fuse. 03

(b) Mention basic guidelines (Safety Rules) regarding safe handling of 04
electricity.
(c) Explain construction of cable in detail with neat diagram. Label all the 07
parts.
OR
Q.5 (a) Briefly explain block diagram of ELCB. 03
(b) Mention important points regarding Earthing of Electrical Installation. 04
(c) Write short technical notes on Battery Maintenance. What precautions to 07
be taken for Lead Acid Batteries?

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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE- SEMESTER–I & II(NEW)EXAMINATION – SUMMER 2022
Subject Code:3110005 Date:12-08-2022
Subject Name:Basic Electrical Engineering
Time:10:30 AM TO 01:00 PM Total Marks:70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.

Marks
Q.1 (a) Calculate the Resistance of a 100 m length of wire having a uniform cross 03
sectional area of 0.02 mm2 and having resistivity of 40 µΩ-cm.
(b) Explain Kirchoff's law for DC series network in brief. 04
(c) Define the following terms for AC (alternating current) signal: (i) Peak 07
Factor (ii) Form Factor (iii) Average Value (iv) RMS Value (v) Time
period (vi)Frequency (vii) Cycle

Q.2 (a) State the Superposition theorem with suitable example. 03

(b) State the Norton’s theorem with suitable example. 04
(c) For the Wheatstone bridge diagram shown in Figure 1, obtain the current 07
flowing through the 20Ω resistance using Thevenin's equivalent network.
OR
(c) Derive an expression for the voltage across the capacitor during charging 07
through the resistor at any instant Vc = V(1-e -t/RC). Assume that RC series
circuit is connected across a DC supply of voltage V.

Q.3 (a) Write the comparison between Series resonance and Parallel resonance 03
condition in AC circuit.
(b) Distinguish between (i) Apparent power (ii) Active power and (iii) 04
Reactive power in ac circuits.
(c) Prove that the current in purely Capacitive circuit leads its voltage by 90° 07
and average power consumption in pure capacitor is zero.
OR
Q.3 (a) List out the merits of two-watt meter method. 03
(b) Draw Impedance triangle, Voltage triangle, Power triangle for single 04
phase R-L series circuit.
(c) Obtain the relationship between line and phase values of current in a three 07
phase, balanced, delta connected system.

Q.4 (a) Explain working principle of single phase Transformer. 03

(b) Mention Merits and Demerits of Single Phase Induction Motor. 04
(c) Explain construction of Alternator with neat diagram. 07
OR
Q.4 (a) Write applications of Auto Transformer. 03
(b) Compare Squirrel cage induction motor and Slip ring Induction Motor. 04
(c) Describe construction of a DC machine. 07

Q.5 (a) Explain the protective device Switch Fuse unit in detail. 03
(b) With help of suitable labeled diagram, explain any two types of wires used 04
in the residential and commercial wiring.

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 (c) Explain different methods of Power factor Improvement. 07
OR
Q.5 (a) Compare MCB and ELCB. 03
(b) Write safety precautions for Electrical Appliances. 04
(c) Classify different types Earthing and explain any one in detail. 07

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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE - SEMESTER–I & II(NEW) EXAMINATION – WINTER 2022
Subject Code:3110005 Date:13-03-2023
Subject Name:Basic Electrical Engineering
Time:10:30 AM TO 01:00 PM Total Marks:70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.
Marks
Q.1 (a) State and explain Kirchhoff’s current Law 03
(b) Draw the construction of single phase core type transformer 04
(c) Derive an expression for equivalent resistances of a Delta connected 07
network to transform into a Star connected network.

Q.2 (a) Prepare a list of parts of a Single phase AC Motor. 03

(b) When three resistances of 10, 20, and 30 are connected in series 04
across 230 V supply. Find (1) equivalent resistance (2) current flowing
through each resistance, (3) voltage drop across each and (4) power loss
in each resistor
(c) Describe phenomena of series resonance in R-L-C series circuit. 07
OR
(c) Prove that the average power consumption in a pure inductive circuit is 07
zero.

Q.3 (a) Write statement of Superposition, Thevenin’s and Norton’s Theorems. 03

(b) Derive an emf equation of single phase transformer 04
(c) Define following terms in connection with A.C wave forms : (i) 07
Frequency (ii) Time period (iii) Instantaneous value (iv) Peak factor (v)
form factor (vi) R. M. S. Value and (vii) Average Value
OR
Q.3 (a) Write short note on autotransformer 03
(b) Compare series and parallel RLC circuit resonance 04
(c) Discuss how the rotating magnetic field is produced in three phase 07
induction motor

Q.4 (a) State types of sing phase split phase induction motor 03
(b) Explain Working of capacitor start Single phase induction motor 04
(c) List the various parts of DC Motor and explain each 07
OR
Q.4 (a) Define with equation Active, reactive and apparent power in AC circuit 03
(b) What is power factor? State the methods of power factor improvement 04
(c) Prove that the sum of readings of two watt meters connected to measure 07
power in three phase circuit gives total power consumed by the circuit

Q.5 (a) Discuss the difference between MCB and Fuse 03

(b) Compute the monthly energy charges for an air conditioner having Power 04
consumption of 3 kW and daily uses 10 hours. Energy charges Rs. 5 per
unit
(c) Explain Working of Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB). 07

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 OR
Q.5 (a) Draw the structure of underground cable with name of all sections. 03
(b) Explain construction of 3-phasae induction motor with diagram 04
(c) Briefly describe pipe earthing 07

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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE- SEMESTER–I & II(NEW) EXAMINATION – SUMMER 2023
Subject Code:3110005 Date:08-08-2023
Subject Name:Basic Electrical Engineering
Time:10:30 AM TO 01:00 PM Total Marks:70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.

MARKS

Q.1 (a) Determine the number of branches and nodes in the circuit shown in fig 1. Identify 03
which elements are in series and which are in parallel.
(b) Find the average and rms value for the waveform shown in fig 2. 04
(c) Explain working of a single-phase transformer and derive the e.m.f. equation. Why 07
the rating of transformer is in KVA?

Q.2 (a) Can we apply KVL in a loop containing a current source? Give answer with reason. 03
(b) Explain ideal Voltage and current source 04
(c) Determine the current in the branches of the network in Fig.3 using nodal analysis. 07
OR
(c) A 120 V, 500 W lamp is used with a series choke on a 230 V, 60 Hz line, 07
what is the inductance of the required choke if the choke has a Q of 2 ?
Q.3 (a) Distinguish between a mesh and a loop of a circuit. 03
(b) What is the use of form factor and peak factor; also differentiate between EMF and 04
potential difference.
(c) Determine the current through 2 ohm resistor connected between A and B 07
in the circuit shown in fig.4 using Thevenin theorem
OR
Q.3 (a) What is the need for power factor improvement in electrical circuits? 03
(b) Summarize the advantages of 3 phase circuits over single-phase circuits. 04
(c) A 400 v, 50 Hz 3-phase supply has 1 00 ohm between R and Y, j 1 00 ohm between Y 07
and B and - j 100 ohm between B and R. Find (a) line currents for phase sequence
RYB(b) star connected balanced resistors for the same power
Q.4 (a) Draw and explain briefly BH curve. 03
(b) Write advantages of the sinusoidal waveform for electrical power applications. 04
(c) With the help of phasor diagram explain two wattmeter methods for the measurement 07
of three-phase power.
OR
Q.4 (a) What is the significance of back E.M.F. in a DC Motor? 03
(b) State advantages and disadvantages of autotransformer. 04
(c) What is the time constant of an RC circuit? Show that its units are the same as that of 07
time. How this quantity signify about capacitor voltage during charging?
Q.5 (a) Why single-phase induction motor is not self-starting? 03
(b) Analyze on how can the direction of rotation of a DC shunt motor be reversed 04
(c) Define the term battery capacity. On which factors it depends. Also list out the parts 07
of lead acid battery
OR
Q.5 (a) list out some safety measures against electric shocks 03
(b) What is the difference between wire & cable? 04
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(c) Explain principle, construction and working of a synchronous generator in details. 07

Fig1

Fig2

Fig.3

Fig.4

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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE - SEMESTER–I (NEW) EXAMINATION – WINTER 2023
Subject Code:3110005 Date:06-02-2024
Subject Name:Basic Electrical Engineering
Time:02:30 PM TO 05:00 PM Total Marks:70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.
Marks

Q.1 (a) Compare resistive series and parallel circuits. 03

(b) State the Thevenin’s theorem with suitable example. 04
(c) Derive an expression for equivalent resistances of a star connected 07
network to transform into a Delta connected network.

Q.2 (a) Define Amplitude, Frequency and Time period for alternating quantities. 03
(b) Two coils are connected in parallel and a voltage of 200V is applied 04
between the terminals. The total current taken by the circuit is 25 A and
power dissipated in one of the coils is 1500 W. Calculate the resistance of
each coil.
(c) Obtain the relationship between line and phase values of current in a three 07
phase, balanced, delta connected system.
OR
(c) Prove that the current in purely inductive circuit lags its voltage by 90° and 07
average power consumption in pure inductor is zero.

Q.3 (a) Draw power triangle and define active power, reactive power and apparent 03
power.
(b) If the waveform of a voltage has a form factor of 1.15 and peak factor of 1.5 04
and if the maximum value of a voltage is 4500 volts. Calculate the average
and r.m.s. values of the voltage.
(c) Use the superposition theorem to calculate the current in branch AB of the 07
circuit shown in below figure.

OR
Q.3 (a) Explain working principle of synchronous motor. 03
(b) Classify and compare various types of D.C. motors. 04
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 (c) Explain construction of DC Machine. 07

Q.4 (a) Derive the EMF equation of single-phase transformer. 03

(b) Compare core type and shell type single phase transformers. 04
(c) Explain various connections of three phase transformer with diagram. 07
OR

Q.4 (a) Give a comparison between squirrel cage induction motor and wound rotor 03
induction motor.
(b) Explain in brief working principle of Three Phase Induction Motor. 04
(c) Explain construction of synchronous generator with diagram. 07

Q.5 (a) Compute the energy charges for an air conditioner having consumption of 2 03
kW for the month of April. Daily usage of the air conditioner is 12 hours.
Energy charges are Rs 9 per unit.
(b) Write safety precautions for electrical Applications. 04
(c) Explain different methods of Power factor Improvement. 07
OR
Q.5 (a) Write advantages and disadvantages of ELCB. 03
(b) Give comparison between MCB and Fuse. 04
(c) Classify different types of Earthing and explain Plate Earthing with diagram. 07

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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE - SEMESTER–I & II (NEW) EXAMINATION – SUMMER 2024
Subject Code:3110005 Date:03-07-2024
Subject Name:Basic Electrical Engineering
Time:02:30 PM TO 05:00 PM Total Marks:70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.

Marks
Q.1 (a) Define the following terms related to Electrical Circuits. 03
1. Branch 2. Node or Junction point 3. Mesh or Loop
(b) A 100 W,230 V lamp is connected in series with a 50W, 150 V lamp across 04
250 V supply mains. Calculate Voltage across each lamp.
(c) Explain Superposition theorem with suitable example. 07
Q.2 (a) A R-L-C series circuit consists of R=10-ohm, L= 0.1 H and C= 50 µF. 03
Find 1. Impedance 2. Current and 3. Active power, when it is connected to a
a.c. source of 230V,50Hz.
(b) Draw the voltage and current waveforms of R-L and R-C series circuits. 04
(c) Derive the equation of three equivalent star connected resistances in terms of 07
delta connected resistances.
OR
(c) Using Thevenin’s theorem find current in branch BD of the network shown 07
in Fig. 1
Q.3 (a) Define the following terms in connection with A.C. wave forms. 03
1. Time period 2. R.M.S. Value 3. Average Value
(b) Three currents are represented by: i1 = 10 sin ωt, i2 = 20 sin (ωt -π/6) and i3 04
= 30 sin (ωt + π/4). Find magnitude and phase angle of resultant current.
(c) Prove that current through pure inductor is always lagging by 90° to its 07
voltage and power consumed is zero with necessary waveform and phasor
diagram.
OR
Q.3 (a) Write the characteristics of Series Resonant Circuit. 03
(b) Give advantages and disadvantages of Two Wattmeter method. 04
(c) Derive the relationship of voltages and currents for Star connection in 3- 07
phase a.c. circuit.
Q.4 (a) Derive E.M.F. equation of single-phase transformer. 03
(b) Compare core type and shell type transformers. 04
(c) Describe an auto transformer with its advantages, limitations and 07
applications.
OR
Q.4 (a) Give classification of D.C. Motors. 03
(b) Prepare list of different parts of D.C. machine and explain any one part with 04
figure.
(c) Explain construction of synchronous generator with diagram. 07

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Q.5 (a) List the various safety devices used for domestic purpose. 03
(b) Explain necessity of earthing. 04
(c) Explain different methods for power factor improvement. 07
OR
Q.5 (a) What is MCCB? Where it is used? 03
(b) State the advantages and applications of underground cables. 04
(c) Calculate the electricity bill amount for a month of March, if 5 bulbs of 40 07
W for 5 h, 6 tube lights of 60 W for 5 h, a TV of 100 W for 6 h, a washing
machine of 400 W for 2 h, a water pump of 0.5 HP for 30 minutes are used
per day. The cost per unit is Rs 3.50. Consider 1 HP = 746 watts

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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE- SEMESTER–I & II EXAMINATION – WINTER 2024
Subject Code:3110005 Date:13-01-2025
Subject Name:Basic Electrical Engineering
Time:10:30 AM TO 01:00 PM Total Marks:70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.
MARKS

Q.1 (a) State and explain Kirchhoff’s current Law. 03

(b) Prepare a list of parts of a Single-phase AC Motor. 04
(c) State & Explain the Thevenin’s theorem with suitable example. 07

Q.2 (a) Write short note on autotransformer. 03

(b) Derive the EMF equation of single-phase transformer. 04
(c) When three resistances of 10, 20, and 30 are connected in series across 07
230 V supply. Find (1) equivalent resistance (2) current flowing through
each resistance, (3) voltage drop across each and (4) power loss in each
resistor
OR
(c) Derive the relationship between line and phase values of current in a three 07
phase, balanced, delta connected system.

Q.3 (a) Define following terms in connection with A.C wave forms: (i) Frequency 03
(ii) Time period (iii) Amplitude.
(b) If the waveform of a voltage has a form factor of 1.11 and peak factor of 04
1.51 and if the maximum value of a voltage is 4500 volts. Calculate the
average and r.m.s. values of the voltage.
(c) Describe the open circuit & short circuit test on single-phase transformer. 07
OR
Q.3 (a) List out the merits of two-watt meter method. 03
(b) Compare series and parallel RLC circuit resonance. 04
(c) Derive an expression for the voltage across the capacitor during charging 07
through the resistor at any instant Vc = V (1-e -t/RC). Assume that RC series
circuit is connected across a DC supply of voltage V.

Q.4 (a) Mention Merits and Demerits of Single-Phase Induction Motor. 03

(b) Compare Squirrel cage induction motor and Slip ring Induction Motor. 04
(c) Describe construction of a DC machine. 07
OR
Q.4 (a) Write applications of Auto Transformer. 03
(b) Explain Working of capacitor start Single phase induction motor 04
(c) Explain construction of synchronous generator with diagram. 07

Q.5 (a) Write advantages and disadvantages of ELCB. 03

(b) Draw the structure of underground cable with name of all sections. 04
(c) Explain different methods of Power factor Improvement 07

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Q.5 (a) Write safety precautions for electrical Applications 03
(b) Compute the monthly energy charges for an air conditioner having Power 04
consumption of 3 kW and daily uses 10 hours. Energy charges Rs. 5 per unit
(c) Classify different types Earthing and explain any one in detail. 07

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Enrolment No./Seat No_______________

GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE- SEMESTER–I & II EXAMINATION – WINTER 2024
Subject Code:BE01000051 Date:06-01-2025
Subject Name:Basic Electrical Engineering
Time:10:30 AM TO 01:00 PM Total Marks:70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.
Marks
Q.1 (a) Apply and illustrate KCL on star connected circuit. 03
(b) Compute Rth and Vth for thevenin theorem. Assume necessary circuit for 04
the same.
(c) Explain star to delta conversion with neat and clean diagram. 07

Q.2 (a) Explain the concept of active, reactive and apparent power. 03
(b) Analyze voltage and current relations in three phase star connection. 04
(c) Compare series and parallel resonance. 07
OR
(c) Illustrate the Phasor diagram of RC series circuit and explain its 07
development.

Q.3 (a) Describe concept of MMF. 03

(b) Define flux, flux density, reluctance and permeability. 04
(c) Compare Split phase and Capacitor start motors. 07
OR
Q.3 (a) Describe Construction and working of brushless DC motor. 03
(b) Examine construction of single phase induction motor. 04
(c) Explain B-H Curve and Hysteresis Loop in detail. 07

Q.4 (a) List components of low tension switchgear. 03

(b) Define types of lamps for industrial and residential premises. 04
(c) Explain Lumen requirements for different categories. 07
OR
Q.4 (a) Describe working of MCB. 03
(b) State different parts with neat and clean diagram of MCCB. 04
(c) Explain working principal of energy meter. 07

Q.5 (a) List various methods of earthing. 03

(b) Describe the necessity of using electrical protective devices. 04
(c) Explain Pipe earthing. 07
OR
Q.5 (a) State important characteristics of batteries. 03
(b) State safety precautions of electrical appliances. 04
(c) Explain plate earthing. 07

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