©2024 TVET CDACC
061006T4ICT
ICT TECHNICIAN LEVEL 6
IT/OS/ICT/CC/01
Apply Basic Electronics
Nov/Dec 2024
TVET CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT, ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION
COUNCIL (TVET CDACC)
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WRITTEN ASSESSMENT
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Time: 3 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE
1. Marks for each question are indicated in the brackets.
2. The paper consists of TWO sections: A and B.
3. Candidates are provided with a separate answer booklet
4. DO NOT write on this question paper.
This paper consists of FIVE (5) printed pages
Candidates should 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 the questions in this section.
1. In electronics field a number system is a method of expressing numbers in digital
format. Use examples to illustrate the two types of number system used in electronics
and programming. (4 marks)
2. Electric current is the rate of flow of electric charge through a conductor. Explain the
difference between the two types of electric current. (4 marks)
3. Computer storage mediums vary widely in technology and form, and they each offer
different characteristics in terms of speed, capacity, and durability. State four types of
storage technologies: (4 marks)
4. Integrated circuits are foundational to modern electronics, allowing for the creation of
compact and efficient devices. Give FOUR examples of integrated circuit. (4 marks)
5. The versatility of integrated circuits in enables advanced functionality and efficiency
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across numerous fields. State FOUR application areas of integrated circuits.(4 marks)
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6. Electrical circuits can be classified into various types based on their configuration,
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function, and components. With aid of a labelled schematic diagram illustrate the two
types of electrical circuits based on configuration. (4 marks)
7. Electronic components are represented by standardized symbols in circuit diagrams,
which help to convey the functionality and connections of various components.
Sketch the standard symbols of the devices named below. (4 marks)
a. Capacitor
b. Voltmeter
c. Diode
d. Electric bell
8. Understanding the roles and differences between the main memory and cache
memory helps in appreciating how modern computers deliver efficient performance.
Giving examples of computer main memory and cache memory and the function of
each. (4 marks)
9. The decimal system uses ten digits to record a number with each digit indicating a
value which depends on the position it occupies. Indicate the placevalue of each digit
in the number 5281. (4 marks)
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10. Resistors are identified using the standard colour code chart
Colour 1st Band 2nd Band 3rd Band Multiplied Tolerance
Black 0 0 0 1
Brown 1 1 1 10 1% (F)
Red 2 2 2 100 2% (G)
Orange 3 3 3 1K
Yellow 4 4 4 10K
Green 5 5 5 100K 0.5% (D)
Blue 6 6 6 1M 0.25% (C)
Violet 7 7 7 10M 0.10% (B)
Grey 8 8 8 100M 0.05%
White 9 9 9 1G
Gold 0.1 5% (J)
Silver 0.01 10% (K)
Use the chart above to determine the resistance of a resistor having color following
colour code: (4 marks)
i. Green, violet, white, and gold
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ii. Yellow, violet and silver
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SECTION B (60 MARKS)
Answer Any THREE Questions in This Section
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a) A 2Ω Resistor isconnected in a simple circuit with a supply 10V
i. Calculate the voltage across the resistor if it is the only component
connected. (4 marks)
ii. Determine the voltage across the circuit if the resistor is part of a circuit with
other resistors and equally sharing the 10V supply in the network. (2 marks)
b) Six resistors are connected in a circuit as shown in the figure below.
i. Calculate the total resistance of the circuit (6 marks)
ii. Determine total current in the circuit (3 marks)
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iii. The current through the 3Ω resistor (3 marks)
iv. The voltage drop across 3Ω resistor (2 marks)
12.
a) Emerging trends in electronic manufacturing present numerous challenges as the
industry evolves rapidly. Discuss any SIX challenges of emerging trends in
electronic manufacturing. (12 marks)
b) Diodes orientationand depletion region affects overall circuit behavior. Distinguish
between forward and reverse bias of a p-n junction diode. (8 marks)
13.
a) Material purity impact the functionality and application of semiconductors. Discuss
SIX differences between intrinsic and extrinsic semiconductors. (12 marks)
b) To describe the behavior of electric current in a circuit, an analysis of periodic
waveform is desirable. Define the following terms as used in electric current
waveform. (8 marks)
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i. Cycle
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ii. Periodic
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iii. Frequency
iv. Peak value
14.
a) Numbers are expressed in different bases with decimal denoting base-10 while
Octal denotes base-8. Convert the decimal number 2710 to its octal equivalent.
(6 marks)
b) The characteristics and functions of different types of memory play a crucial role in
the overall performance and efficiency of computing systems.
i. Explain TWO advantages of using Read only Memory (ROM) storage
media citing its practical application (2 marks)
ii. State TWO reasons for using Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM)
as a primary memory (4 marks)
iii. Describe the working mechanism of Virtual Memory as secondary storage
concept (4 marks)
iv. Outline FOUR Characteristics of Auxiliary Memory (4 Marks)
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