Gujarat Technological UniversitySummer 2025 examination

GTU 3170925 Industrial Automation Summer 2025 Question Paper & PDF

B.E. · Electrical Engineering · Semester 7 · Subject code 3170925
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Total
70 marks
To pass
23 marks (33%)
Duration
2.5 Hours 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Questions
5 with internal choice
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Q.1

14 Marks
(a)
3 marksAsked in 2 of 2 papers

Draw and explain block diagram of a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC).

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q1a

(b)
4 marksAsked in 2 of 2 papers

Draw and explain the Architecture of Industrial Automation system.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q1b

(c)
7 marks

List out the various programming language used for PLC. Explain any two graphical languages of them in detail.

Q.2

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks

Define terms: Transducer, Sensor, Transmitter. Write any two examples of each.

(b)
4 marks

Write a short note on SCADA used in Industrial Automation system.

(c)
7 marks

Explain RTD and thermocouple along with temperature transmitter.

(c)
7 marks

Explain usage of various power electronics devices in industrial automation.

Q.3

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Explain difference between fixed PLC and modular PLC.
(b)
4 marks

List different sensors used for pressure, force, flow and level in Automation.

(c)
7 marks

Explain about PLC communication with field devices and SCADA using various networking protocols.

(a)
3 marks
Write a short note on Profibus.
(b)
4 marks

Explain the function of Actuators in process industries with suitable example.

(c)
7 marks

Develop a ladder diagram for star-delta starter to start an electric motor.

Q.4

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
State any five applications of DCS.
(b)
4 marks

Explain the working of DC and AC servo drives for motion control.

(c)
7 marks

Draw and explain the block diagram of DCS. Explain its features and advantages

(a)
3 marks
List out the various programming language used for DCS.
(b)
4 marks
Explain about software configuration of DCS.
(c)
7 marks

Explain in detail about DCS Communication and networking in Industrial Automation.

Q.5

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Write the difference between PLC & DCS.
(b)
4 marksAsked in 2 of 2 papers
Explain in brief about Industry 4.0 revolution.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q5a

(c)
7 marksAsked in 2 of 2 papers

Explain the significance and application of pick and place and welding robots for industrial applications.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q5c

(a)
3 marks

How robots can help achieve better performance in industrial automation?

(b)
4 marksAsked in 2 of 2 papers

Explain the basic construction and configuration of robot for industrial applications.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q4b

(c)
7 marks

Explain in detail about usage of Internet of things in industrial automation with any one suitable example.

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Official Gujarat Technological University (GTU) examination paper for Industrial Automation (Summer 2025, B.E. · Electrical Engineering, Sem 7). Features complete 70-mark regular & remedial examination pattern, official marking distribution across all 5 questions, and direct 1-click official PDF download.

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