Maharashtra SSC Electronics and Hardware Pre-Voc/NSQF study plan

Define voltage, current, resistance and power and state the SI unit and symbol for each without notes

Apply Ohm's law and the power equation to at least 15 numerical problems covering series, parallel and series-parallel resistor networks

Identify 12 common components (resistor, capacitor, inductor, diode, LED, transistor, transformer, relay, fuse, switch, thermistor, LDR) and state the function and polarity of each

Read resistor colour codes and capacitor markings for 20 sample values, including 4-band, 5-band and tolerance bands

Distinguish AC from DC, state the relationship between peak, RMS and average values for a sine wave, and compute RMS for 5 given waveforms

Explain the atomic structure of intrinsic silicon and germanium and describe how doping creates p-type and n-type material

Describe the unbiased, forward-biased and reverse-biased PN junction and sketch the characteristic curve with labelled knee and breakdown regions

Calculate diode current in a series circuit using the practical model (0.7 V drop for silicon, 0.3 V for germanium) for 10 circuits

Compare half-wave, full-wave centre-tap and bridge rectifiers on ripple frequency, PIV and transformer requirement

Assemble and test a bridge rectifier with a smoothing capacitor on a breadboard and record input and output waveforms

Describe the construction and working of a BJT in CE, CB and CC configurations and state typical current gain values

Bias a BJT in fixed and voltage-divider bias and calculate the Q-point for 8 given circuits

Explain the function of a zener diode as a voltage regulator and design one for a stated load current and input range

Describe the JFET and MOSFET basics and contrast depletion and enhancement modes

Identify the terminals of a TO-92 and TO-220 transistor from the datasheet and verify with a multimeter diode test

Describe the construction, working and typical accuracy of an analogue moving-coil and moving-iron meter

Explain how a digital multimeter measures voltage, current, resistance and continuity and state the correct range and terminal selection for each

Describe the use of an oscilloscope including timebase, volts/div, triggering and probe compensation, and measure amplitude and frequency of a given sine wave

Explain the working principle of a CRO, signal generator, function generator and logic probe and state one practical use for each

Demonstrate safe measurement practice: correct polarity, no current range across a supply, and isolation when measuring mains equipment

Classify soldering irons, solder wire, fluxes and desoldering tools and state the correct tip and temperature for PCB and terminal work

Demonstrate a clean solder joint on a practice PCB with correct wetting, concave fillet and no bridging, and identify cold, dry and overheated joints from description

Desolder components using wick and a pump without lifting pads and record the outcome

Explain PCB layout terms (pad, track, via, silkscreen, solder mask, ground plane) and describe single-sided versus double-sided boards

Describe safe wiring practice: wire gauge selection, colour codes, crimping, cable routing, strain relief and earthing

Identify the internal parts of a desktop computer (motherboard, CPU socket, RAM slots, storage bays, PSU, expansion slots, cooling) and state the function of each

Disassemble and reassemble a working desktop following an anti-static procedure and record every step

Install and upgrade RAM, storage (HDD/SSD) and a graphics card and verify detection in the BIOS

Explain CPU socket types, RAM generations and form factors and check compatibility for a stated upgrade

Describe the safe handling of ESD-sensitive parts, including wrist straps, mats and storage

Identify motherboard, CPU, RAM, storage, PSU and peripheral components and state the function and common failure symptom of each

Install an operating system on a formatted drive, create and manage partitions, and install a driver and an application

Perform basic OS tasks: file and folder management, user accounts, disk cleanup, updates and system restore points

Explain IPv4 addressing, subnet mask, default gateway and DNS, and configure a static and DHCP address on a Windows system

Describe LAN, WAN, router, switch, modem, Wi-Fi standards and the difference between a public and private IP, and run ping, ipconfig and tracert to diagnose a connectivity fault

Diagnose and repair common faults in a fan, an electric iron and a mobile charger using a systematic voltage-check sequence

Explain the working of a microwave oven, induction cooktop, LED lamp and inverter at block-diagram level and state two safety rules for each

Apply electrical safety practice: earthing, MCB and fuse selection, shock first aid, and safe isolation before repair

Select the correct hand and power tool for a given task and demonstrate correct use and storage of a soldering iron, multimeter, crimping tool and screwdriver

Draft a one-page business idea for a hardware repair service covering service list, pricing, tools needed and customer acquisition

Identify green skills relevant to the trade: e-waste segregation, RoHS-compliant components, energy-efficient appliances and safe battery disposal