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NSC – Marking Guidelines
GRAAD 12
NATIONAL
SENIOR CERTIFICATE
GRADE 12
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
NOVEMBER 2017
MARKING GUIDELINES
MARKS: 200
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Electrical Technology 2 DBE/November 2017
NSC – Marking Guidelines
INSTRUCTIONS TO THE MARKERS
1. All questions with multiple answers imply that any relevant, acceptable
answer should be considered.
2. Calculations:
2.1 All calculations must show the formulae.
2.2 Substitution of values must be done correctly.
2.3 All answers MUST contain the correct unit to be considered.
2.4 Alternative methods must be considered, provided that the correct
answer is obtained.
2.5 Where an incorrect answer could be carried over to the next step,
the first answer will be deemed incorrect. However, should the
incorrect answer be carried over correctly, the marker has to re-
calculate the values, using the incorrect answer from the first
calculation. If correctly used, the candidate should receive the full
marks for subsequent calculations.
2.6 Markers should consider that learner answers may deviate slightly
from the guideline, depending on how and where in the calculation
rounding off was used.
3. This memorandum is only a guide with model answers. Alternative
interpretations must be considered and marked on merit. However, this
principle should be applied consistently throughout the marking session at
ALL marking centres.
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Electrical Technology 3 DBE/November 2017
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QUESTION 1: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
1.1 1.1.1 Operating a machine or equipment without authorisation
Failing to switch and lockout power when servicing a machine
Bypassing or removing safety guards
Wearing unsafe clothing or protective clothing
Playing around in the workshop
Using defective or faulty equipment (1)
1.1.2 Inadequate guarding of machines
Overcrowding in the workshop
Inadequate warning system
Excessive noise
Poor ventilation
Poor house keeping
Insufficient lighting (1)
1.2 Each member of the team will be given responsibility
Team members help each other to work honestly
Team members help each other to work safely
Team members help each other to work efficiently
Team work contributes towards the advancement of the team’s goal. (3)
1.3 Identify and apply pressure on the pressure point next to the bleeding area
Lift and keep the bleeding area above the heart level
Use a clean sterile bandage to dress the bleeding area (2)
1.4 Any form of drug-abuse has the potential to reduce the ability of an
employee to work safely and cautiously and these may lead to the amount
of production been reduced or rejected due to substandard work. (3)
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QUESTION 2: THREE-PHASE AC GENERATION
2.1 Neutral point is available when connected in star for distribution to
consumers, allowing for both phase and line voltage (Two voltages are
available)
Load distribution and phase balancing become possible
Three phase supply systems are more versatile because they can be
operated in star or in delta.
Note to marker:
When listing advantages of a three phase motor, this will be deemed incorrect. (3)
2.2
Note: Alternative correct labelling should be considered and marked on merit.
Correctly labelled phasor diagrams are acceptable. (5)
2.3 The two wattmeter method cannot determine if the power factor is leading or
lagging. (1)
2.4 2.4.1 S = 3 VLIL
S
VL = ✓
3 × IL
25 × 10 3 ✓
=
3 × 38
= 379,84 V ✓ (3)
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2.4.2 VL = 3 × VPH
VL
VPH = ✓
3
379.84
VPH = ✓
3
= 219,31 V ✓
(3)
2.4.3 VPH ✓
ZPH =
IPH
219.31 ✓
=
38
= 5,77 Ω ✓
(3)
2.5 An improved power factor will lead to less wasted energy✓ thus leaving more
power available to consumers. ✓
Power is utilised more effectively thus reducing generation cost.
Eskom will have more power available to supply consumers; with the
improved power factors, there will be more power available on the national
grid.
(2)
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QUESTION 3: THREE-PHASE TRANSFORMERS
3.1 The purpose of a transformer is to step down or step up an alternating
voltage.
To transfer power from one ac circuit to another, with a change of voltage and
corresponding current flow.
To isolate one circuit from another electrically. (2)
3.2 Copper losses
I2R losses (1)
3.3 Air cooling
Oil filled self-cooling
Oil filled water cooling (2)
3.4 The transformer will overheat, the insulation between the windings will be
damaged depending on the degree of heat and in extreme cases this will
lead to internal short circuit.
Gas forming can occur which is in turn is highly combustible (3)
3.5 Used to distribute power to consumers in the substation
It provides a neutral point to the four core end user system.
To step down the voltage to a 380 V three-phase and 220 V single phase
supply. (2)
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Electrical Technology 6 DBE/November 2017
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3.6 3.6.1 S = 3 VLIL
S
IL 2 =
3 VL
120000
=
3 × 380
= 182,32 A
(3)
3.6.2 IPH = IL
= 182,32 A
(2)
3.6.3 P = 3 VLIL cosθ
= 3 × 380 × 182.32 × 0.9
= 107999,32W
= 108 kW
(3)
Note: P=S x Cos θ is also correct
3.7 The secondary winding of a step down transformer has a thicker wire that will
accommodate a higher current in the secondary. (2)
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QUESTION 4: THREE-PHASE MOTORS AND STARTERS
4.1 4.1.1 Stator
Squirrel cage rotor
Windings
Field Poles (2)
4.1.2 The connection to any TWO of the windings must be swapped. (2)
4.1.3 Delta connection will develop the greater torque.
In delta the full line voltage will be connected across each
winding.
This increased voltage will give rise to an increased current.
This increased current will create stronger magnetic fields therefore
leading to a greater output torque. (4)
4.2 A Three-phase induction motor requires less maintenance as it does not have
as many parts as a single phase motor.
For the same size frame as a single phase motor it delivers higher torque. (1)
4.3 4.3.1 The resistive reading of the W winding is not close to the readings
on the other two windings suggesting a fault. Due to the high value
the winding could indicate an open circuit / loose connection in that
winding. (2)
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4.3.2 A 0 Ω reading would indicate a short circuit between earth and the
winding. (2)
4.3.3 The megger (insulation resistance tester) must be set to the 1 000 V
setting
One lead must be connected to one of the windings and the other
lead to the other winding.
The reading must be taken and the test repeated between all three
windings (2)
4.4 4.4.1 nR = n S (1 − S )
nR = 1500 (1− 0,06 )
nR = 1410 r/min (3)
4.4.2 The frequency determines the speed at which the motor will run
If the frequency of the supply changes the speed of the motor will
change.
A change in speed of the motor will affect the load speed which
could be detrimental to the load (3)
4.5 4.5.1 POUT
S=
η × cosθ
6800
=
0,95 × 0,8
= 8947,36 VA
= 8,95 kVA (3)
4.5.2 Cosθ = 0,8
θ = cos−10,8
= 36,87°
Q = S × sinθ
= 8947,36 × sin 36,87
= 8,947 × 0,6
= 5368,42 VAr
= 5,37 kVAr (5)
4.6 4.6.1 Sewerage pumps
Conveyer belt (1)
4.6.2 Without the start been depressed the timer contactor would be
energised starting motor two after the timer has timed through (2)
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4.6.3 When the start button is depressed MC 1 is energised starting M 1
MC 1 N/O 1 will now close and will hold the circuit in when the start is
released
MC 1 N/O 2 will now close energising the timer contactor which will
begin the timing process
The T N/O will close after a predetermined time, energising MC M 2
contactor switching M 2 on (4)
4.6.4 The control circuit is designed so that O/L's are connected in
series with the contactor coil of each motor's contactor. The two
overloads may be set independently which would protect each of
the motors independently. (4)
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QUESTION 5: RLC
5.1 Impedance is the total opposition offered to the flow of current when a RLC
circuit is connected across an alternating voltage supply. (2)
5.2 5.2.1 V L is greater than V C which will result in a leading reactive voltage
The current I S will lag the voltage V S.
Therefore the circuit is resistive inductive. (3)
5.2.2 If the frequency of the supply was increased the inductive reactance
X L of the coil would increase as X L is directly proportional to the
frequency of the supply.
If the inductive reactance of the coil increased the voltage across the
coil V L would increase. (3)
5.2.3 2
VT = VR + (VL - VC )2
= 1102 + (80 − 50)2
= 114,02 V (3)
5.3 5.3.1 2
IT = IR + (IL - IC )2
= 5 2 + (6 − 4) 2
= 5,39 A (3)
5.3.2 I
θ = cos −1 R
IT
5
θ = cos −1
5,39
= 21.93 °
(3)
5.3.3 VT
XL =
IL
240
=
6
= 40 Ω
(3)
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QUESTION 6: LOGIC
6.1 Reduced space
Use less energy
Less maintenance
More reliable
Faster response time
Flexible and
Economical (3)
6.2 Ladder diagrams
Function blocks
Sequential function
Instructional list
Structured text. (2)
6.3
Q = AB +C (10)
Note: Alternative labelling of the Karnaugh Map should be considered, thus
influencing the placement and grouping of operands, however, the answer
remains intact
Two Marks – Labelling
Five Marks – operands in K-Map
NO Marks for Grouping
One mark per operand in equation
One Mark for function in equation.
6.4
( )
F = A + B (AB) + C
One mark for each operand (AND/OR
One mark for each inverse (not indicator) not sign (6)
6.5 Q = A BC + A B C + A B C + A BC
( )
= A. C B + B + AC B + B
( ) Note: If learner arrives at answer in less steps
= full marks
= AC+ AC If learner only shows the answer, award ONE
mark.
(
=C A+A )
=C
(6)
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6.6 6.6.1
X1 X2 Z1
Z1 Q02 X01 Q01
Q01
Q02
Q01 X02
Q02
Labels Description
X1 O/L
X2 Stop
Z1 Marker/flag
Q 02 Reverse MC2
Q 01 Forward MC1
X 01 Start forward
X 02 Start reverse (12)
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Alternative ladder diagram
6.6.1
Fwd
Start
X 01 X 02 X 03 Q 02 Q 01
O/L Stop MC Rev
Q 01
Hold in
Reverse
Start
X 01 X 02 X 03 Q 01 Q 02
O/L
Q 02
MC Fwd
Hold in
6.6.2 Lifts
Cranes
Conveyor belts (1)
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QUESTION 7: AMPLIFIERS
7.1 An op amp is an integrated circuit of a differential amplifier (2)
An op amp is an integrated circuit with a high voltage gain which consists of
many components.
It is a circuit that has a very high open loop voltage gain.
7.2 Cheap to manufacture
Versatile
Easy to use
Contain a correctly assembled circuit allowing for fewer external components
to be used (2)
7.3 A differential amplifier has two inputs and one output. When two inputs are
supplied to the amplifier, it amplifies only the difference between the two
inputs
Note: If the learner uses actual values / refers to voltages/inputs and shows
answer in arithmetic, the answer must be considered. (3)
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7.4 7.4.1 Negative feedback (1)
7.4.2 Positive feedback (1)
7.5 Positive feedback: A portion of the output signal is fed back to the input in
phase with the input signal
Negative feedback: A portion of the output signal is fed back to the input 180º
out of phase with the input signal (3)
7.6 7.6.1 R
Vout = 1 + f Vin
R in
170000
= 1 + × 0,7
10000
= 12,6 V NOTE: The output is possibly driven to
saturation depending on the value of the
supply voltage (3)
7.6.2 Vout
AV =
Vin
12,6
=
0,7
(3)
= 18
7.7 Audio amplifiers
Filters
Oscillators
Controllers (2)
7.8 Pulse detector
Contact debouncer (1)
7.9 Bi-stable multi-vibrator remains in one state (Reset)until a new trigger sets it
to a different state (Set) where it will remain.
The mono-stable multi-vibrator will change state (Set) when triggered. It will
remain in this state for a set amount of time after which it will return to its
original/stable state. (Reset) (4)
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7.10 7.10.1
INTEGRATOR OP-AMP
(3)
7.10.2
INVERTING COMPARATOR
(3)
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7.10.3 INVERTING SCHMIDT TRIGGER OP-AMP
(3)
Note: If no input is drawn, care must be taken to the proportion and
the placement of the output waveform when allocating marks.
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7.11
1 Mark awarded for inversion
(3)
7.12 7.12.1
R
Vout = − f Vin
R in
200000
= − ×5
20000
= −50 V
(3)
7.12.2 R
A v = − f
R in
200000
= −
20000
= −10 (3)
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7.13 To clean noisy signals.
To implement another type of multi-vibrator.
Interfacing of analogue and digital signals.
Measuring of frequency in AC circuits.
Change any waveform into a square wave. (1)
7.14 1
fr =
2π LC
1
=
2 × π (27 × 10 −3 ) × (47 × 10 −6 )
= 141,28 Hz (3)
7.15 1
fr =
2 π RC 2 x n
1
=
2 × π × (25 × 10 ) × (45 × 10 −12 ) × 2 x 3
3
= 57755,32 Hz
= 57,76 kHz (3)
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