Preview Questions Software Developer (Industrial Automation) | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: How does a hard real-time system differ from a soft real-time system in the context of chemical plant automation?

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A hard real-time system guarantees task completion within a strict deadline, whereas a soft system only aims to meet deadlines

A soft real-time system can ignore timing constraints if necessary

A soft real-time system is faster in response to events than a hard system

A hard real-time system is more flexible and adaptive

Question 2: Which embedded programming language is considered most suitable for low-level hardware interaction?

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C++

C

Python

Java

Question 3: What is the primary benefit of using a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) in industrial automation for chemical plants?

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It reduces the cost of hardware by optimizing resource usage

It ensures that critical tasks meet strict timing requirements

It simplifies software development for non-time-critical tasks

It enhances the overall security of the system

Question 4: How do you interpret the hyperparameter ?learning rate? in gradient descent algorithms?

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Determines convergence speed

Reduces overfitting

Defines the number of layers

Controls feature scaling

Question 5: What is the main advantage of using ensemble methods like Bagging and Boosting?

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Eliminates missing data

Speeds up algorithm execution

Combines weak models for better results

Reduces data preprocessing time

Question 6: When designing embedded systems for motor control in industrial automation, what is the most effective strategy for fault detection?

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Rely solely on manual inspection of the motor's performance

Use random checks without continuous monitoring

Increase the motor speed to detect faults faster

Monitor motor parameters like current and voltage in real time