Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani Work-Integrated Learning Programmes Division ‘Second Semester 2017-2018 ‘Mid-Semester Test (EC-2 Make-up) Course No. Course Title ‘Nature of Exam Date of Exam Note: 1. Please follow all . 2. All parts of a question should be answered consecutively. Esch answer should start from afresh page. 3._Assumptions made if any, should be stated clearly atthe beginning of your answer. Q.1. List at least 10 advantages of a good Plant Layout with brief explanation, (3) Q2. Explain in brief how the following factors can influence the layout decisions. [8] (®) Product (b) Expansion © Services (@ Adaptability and Versatility Q3. What is Group Layout? What are the conditions where Group Layouts are preferred? List the advantages and disadvantages of using Group Layout. (2+2+4=8] Q4, Explain the following steps in the process of Plant Layout Design [4+4=8] (®) Procure Basic Data () Calculation of equipment requirement. How does the calculation of equipment requirement differ for Product Layout and Process Layout? Q5. Write short notes on (2+242=6] (@) Operations Process Chart (b) String Diagram (©) Load Distance AnalysisBirla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani ‘Work-Integrated Learning Programmes Division First Semester 2018-2019 Mid-Semester Test (EC-2 Regular) Course No. + ET ZC424 Course Title : PLANT LAYOUT AND DESIGN ‘Nature of Exam : Closed Book Weightage 135% No. of Pages| pasar Sona Date of Exam 30/09/2018 (AN) Note: 1. Please follow all the Instructions to Candidates given on the cover page of the answer book. 2. All parts of a question should be answered consecutively. Each answer should start from a fresh page. 3.__Assumptions made if any, should be stated clearly at the beginning of your answer. Qu. Explain in brief the following objectives of Plant Layout RX4=8] (@) Fewer Production Delays (6) Minimum Capital Investments (©) Minimum Material Handling @ No Congestion and Confusion Q2. Explain a combinational Layout. What are the likely scenarios where this type of layout can be used, give two type of industries where this layout is applicable? What are the advantages over a Product layout? [2+2+2=6] Q.3. Explain the steps in planning for layout 2X4=8] (a) Procure basic data () Product analysis and design of production process (©) Consider general material handling plan (@) Selection of specific material handling equipment Q4. How can you use the Assembly chart to decide the layout? List and explain the steps. [4+4=8) Q5. List the steps to perform Line Balancing. Mention the rules to be used for allotting work elements to the machines. B+2=5] Proreren?Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani Work-Integrated Learning Programmes Division ‘Second Semester 2017-2018 Mid-Semester Test (EC-2 Regular) 1424 PLANT LAYOUT AND DESIGN Closed Book Weightage 35% Duration 2 Hours Date of Exam (04/03/2018 (AN) Note: 1, Please follow all the Instructions to Candidlates given on the cover page of the answer book, 2. All parts of a question should be answered consecutively. Fach answer should start from a fresh page. 3.__Assumptions made if any, should be stated clearly at the beginning of your answer. Q.1. List the any 10 Principles of Plant Layout and explain each in brief. (51 Q.2. A person wishing to setup a manufacturing plant consults you regarding layout. Explain to him how the following factors can influence the layout decisions [8] (a) Type of Industry 4 aces Bees (b) Material (©) Machinery and equipment (@) | Movement Q.3. What is Process Layout? What are the conditions under which Process Layout is preferred? List at least 5 advantages and disadvantages of Process Layout. 7 Q4. Explain the following steps in the process of Plant Layout Design (a) Plan general flow pattern. Also explain what are the different flow patterns? (b) Determine the space required +4 1 QS. Write Short notes on [2+2+3=7] (a) Multi-Product Process Chart (b) Flow Diagram (©) Load Cost Method