K.S.

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT, BENGALURU-560109

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING
SESSION: 2019-2020 (EVEN SEMESTER)
I SESSIONAL TEST QUESTION PAPER
SET-A

USN
Degree : B.E Semester : VI
Branch : Electronics and Communication Engineering Date :
Course Title : Digital Switching Systems Course Code : 17EC654/
15EC654
Duration : 90 Minutes Max Marks : 30

Note: Answer ONE full question from each part

Q. K Level
Question Marks CO
No.
PART-A
Explain in brief the operation of a four wire circuit used in two way Understanding
1(a) 5 K2 CO1
transmission.
An amplifier has an input resistance of 600Ω and a resistive load of 75 Ω. Applying
(b) When it has an r.m.s input voltage if 100mV, the r.m.s output current is 5 K3 CO1
20mA. Calculate the gain in dB.
Understanding
(c) List out the differences between Message and circuit switching. 5 CO2
K2
OR
Explain the hierarchy of a national public switched telecommunication Understanding
2(a) 5 K2 CO1
network (PSTN), with the help of a neat diagram.
Express the following power levels in dBm and dBW: i)1 mW ii)1W Applying
(b) 5 K3 CO1
iii)2 mW iv)100 mW
Understanding
(c) Explain the operation and significance of distribution frames. 5 CO2
K2
PART-B
With a suitable diagram, explain the principle of time division Understanding
3(a) 5 K2 CO1
multiplexing.
Explain in brief regulations and standards in a telecommunication Understanding
(b) 5 K2 CO1
network
Understanding
(c) Explain the functions of a Switching System. 5 CO2
K2
OR
Explain with neat diagram various types of network structures and Understanding
4(a) 5 K2 CO1
services.
With suitable diagram, explain the principle of frequency division Understanding
(b) 5 CO1
multiplexing. K2
Highlight the advantages and disadvantages of crossbar switch and Understanding
(c) 5 K2 CO2
Electronic Switching System.

Course In charge Head of the Department Principal