RAMIREDDY SUBBARAMI REDDY ENGINEERING COLLEGE: KADANUTHALA

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION ENGINNERING

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III B. Tech I-Semester: MID-II Examination
Name of the Course : PCB Design (20A04509) Academic Year : 2023-2024
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1. What is the primary purpose of design rule checking (DRC) in PCB design? [ ]
a. Component identification b. Verifying the compliance of the design with predefined rules
c. Setting up PCB layers d. Browsing footprints libraries
2. What is the function of a PCB footprint? [ ]
a. To identify components b. To represent a schematic
c. To provide physical layout information for a component d. To define track width
3. Which stage involves the actual connection of components with conductive pathways on a PCB?
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a. Component selection b. Routing c. Creating new PCB d. Design rule checking
4. What does PCB stand for? [ ]
a. Printed Circuit Board b. Processor Control Block c. Peripheral Circuit Buffer d. Power Control Board
5. In PCB design, what is the purpose of design specification standards? [ ]
a. To create footprints b. To define manufacturing processes
c. To identify components d. To set up PCB layers
6. What is the purpose of setting up PCB layers in the design process? [ ]
a. To organize component symbols b. To facilitate component identification
c. To define the conductive pathways d. To separate different functional blocks of the circuit
7. How is track width important in PCB design? [ ]
a. It determines the physical dimensions of the PCB
b. It affects the electrical resistance and current-carrying capacity of traces
c. It specifies the thickness of the PCB substrate
d. It influences the component selection process
8. In PCB design, what does the term "routing" refer to? [ ]
a. Selecting footprints for components b. Establishing connections between components
c. Setting up PCB layers d. Design rule checking
9. What is the role of component selection in the PCB design process? [ ]
a. To create footprints for components b. To identify the physical location of components
c. To determine the type and value of components to be used d. To set up PCB layers
10. How does design completion contribute to the PCB design process? [ ]
a. It finalizes the component identification
b. It ensures the compliance of the design with manufacturing standards
c. It marks the end of the placement and routing stage
d. It involves creating footprints for all components
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11. What is the significance of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools in PCB design? [ ]
a. They provide information on component symbols b. They facilitate communication between components
c. They automate the design and testing processes d. They define manufacturing standards
12. Which term refers to the physical representation of a component on a PCB? [ ]
a. Schematic b. Footprint c. Layout d. Artwork
13. What is the background of PCB design? [ ]
a. Recent development in technology b. Ancient circuitry systems
c. The history and evolution of PCBs d. Introduction of electronic components
14. How are PCB classes categorized? [ ]
a. By color b. By size c. By design complexity and performance requirements d. By component type
15. What is the primary purpose of a PCB? [ ]
a. To hold components together b. To connect electrical components
c. To provide power to electronic devices d. To display information
16. Why is the history of PCB design important for engineers? [ ]
a. To understand the evolution of electronic components
b. To gain insights into design automation tools
c. To appreciate the advancements in electronic manufacturing
d. To identify different types of PCBs
17. What does the term "Terminology in PCB Design" refer to? [ ]
a. Specialized language used by PCB designers b. The physical size of PCBs
c. Different types of electronic components d. The history of PCBs
18. Which EDA tool is commonly used for PCB design and has features like schematic capture and PCB
layout? [ ]
a. MATLAB b. Altium Designer c. AutoCAD d. SolidWorks
19. What is the relevance of classes in PCB design? [ ]
a. They determine the color of the PCB b. They categorize PCBs based on their historical background
c. They define the design complexity and performance requirements
d. They establish the physical size of the PCB
20. Why is the definition and need/relevance of PCB important in electronics? [ ]
a. To create footprints for components b. To understand the historical background
c. To appreciate the significance of PCBs in electronic systems d. To compare different EDA tools
21. What is the first step in the PCB design flow? [ ]
a. Design rule checking b. Placement and routing c. Component selection d. Creating new PCB
Answer: c
22. Which type of PCB has conductive pathways on both sides of the board? [ ]
a. Single-side b. Double-side c. Multilayer d. Flexible
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23. What is the purpose of design for manufacturability in PCB design? [ ]
a. To create footprints b. To optimize the design for easy and cost-effective manufacturing
c. To define manufacturing standards d. To identify components
24. Which method involves the physical creation of the final PCB layout? [ ]
a. Design rule checking b. Artwork generation c. Component selection d. Track width selection
25. What are general design factors for both digital and analog circuits? [ ]
a. Voltage only b. Track width
c. Power consumption d. Component layout, impedance, and noise considerations
26. What is the purpose of the placement and routing stage in the PCB design flow? [ ]
a. To select components for the circuit
b. To establish connections between components
c. To optimize the physical layout of components on the PCB
d. To create footprints for all components
27. Which method involves the use of computer-aided tools for creating the final PCB layout? [ ]
a. Manual artwork generation b. CAD artwork generation c. Design rule checking d. Component selection
28. Why is the design for manufacturability important in PCB design? [ ]
a. To create footprints for components b. To optimize the design for easy and cost-effective manufacturing
c. To define manufacturing standards d. To identify components
29. What is the significance of layout and artwork making for multilayer boards? [ ]
a. It ensures proper component identification
b. It facilitates the routing of conductive pathways
c. It enables the use of multiple PCB layers for complex circuits
d. It simplifies the design rule checking process
30. How does design specification standards contribute to PCB design? [ ]
a. By providing guidelines for selecting components
b. By defining the manufacturing processes and requirements
c. By determining the physical size of the PCB
d. By creating footprints for all components