Model Question Paper- I with effect from 2022
First Semester B.E Degree Examination
           Introduction to Mechanical Engineering (BESCK104D)
  TIME: 03 Hours                                                          Max.Marks:100
    Note:
 1. Answer any FIVE full questions, choosing at least ONE question from each MODULE
 2. VTU Formula Hand Book is Permitted
 3. M: Marks, L: Bloom’s level, C: Course outcomes.
                                         Module - 1                               M       L   C
Q.1      Explain briefly the emerging trends of Mechanical engineering in
      a Manufacturing & Energy sectors.                                           10   L2     CO1
      b Describe the following i) Nuclear fuels ii) Fossil fuels                  10   L2     CO1
                                             OR
Q.2     Describe the construction & working of wind power plant with a
      a schematic diagram                                                       08     L2     CO1
        Explain the utilization of solar energy using flat plate collector with
      b a schematic diagram.                                                    08     L2     CO1
      c Outline the following i) Environmental Issues ii) Bio fuels             04     L1     CO1
                                         Module – 2
Q.3   a Explain the working principle of Lathe with a line diagram.               07   L2     CO2
         Illustrate the following operations of drilling with sketches.
      b i) Boring ii) Drilling iii) Reaming                                       06   L3     CO2
      c Explain the working principle of Milling with schematic diagram.          07   L2     CO2
                                           OR
Q.4   a Describe the various components of CNC with schematic diagram.    08           L2     CO2
        Define Additive Manufacturing. List the various steps involved in
      b additive manufacturing                                            06           L1     CO2
      c List the advantages and applications of CNC                       06           L1     CO2
                                         Module – 3
Q.5     Analyze the working of the 4 stroke Petrol engine with sketches.
      a Plot the PV diagram.                                                      12   L4     CO3
      b List the differences between 4 stroke Petrol and diesel engine            08   L1     CO3
                                               OR
Q.6     Describe Electric vehicles. Explain the components and working of
      a electric vehicles.                                                        08   L2     CO3
      b Describe Hybrid vehicles. Explain the components of Hybrid
        vehicles.                                                                 08   L2     CO3
      c List the advantages and limitations of electric vehicles.                 04   L2     CO3
                                         Module – 4
Q.7   a Recite the classification of metals                                       05   L1     CO4
           Model Question Paper- I with effect from 2022
       b Describe the following Materials i) Ceramics ii) Shape memory   06     L2    CO4
         Alloys
       c Describe the three types of carbon steels with applications     09     L2    CO4
                                              OR
Q.8    a List the differences between Soldering, Brazing and Welding     10     L1    CO4
       b Describe the construction & working of Arc welding process with 10     L2    CO4
         neat sketch
                                              Module – 5
Q.9    a Define Mechatronics. List the differences between Open loop and 08     L1    CO5
         Closed loop systems
       b Based on the configuration, explain the four types of robots with 08   L3    CO5
         sketches
       c Describe the communication models with respect to IoT             04   L1    CO5
                                            OR
Q.10                                                                            L1,
       a Define Automation. Explain the three types of Automation.        07
                                                                                L3
                                                                                      CO5
       b Describe the basic elements of automation system with block 08         L2    CO5
         diagram
       c   Define IoT. List the characteristics of IoT.                   05    L1    CO5