NDDC Scholarship Past Questions And Answers – Robotic Engineering

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About NDDC Nigeria

The Niger Delta Development Commission is a federal government agency established by Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo in the year 2000 with the sole mandate of developing the oil-rich Niger Delta region of Nigeria.

• About The NDDC Scholarship 

• The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Scholarship is a program initiated by the Nigerian government to provide educational opportunities for students from the Niger Delta region. The Niger Delta region is known for its significant oil and gas reserves, but it has also faced numerous socio-economic challenges. One of the ways the government aims to address these challenges is by offering scholarships to qualified students from the region to pursue higher education overseas.
• The amount for the foreign scholarship shall be based on the prevailing exchange rate of the Naira.Current Application Closing Date is 3rd November, 2023.
  

  Application Procedure

• 1.The following documents must be attached to the application:
  2.Recent passport photograph
  3.Local Government Identification Letter
  4.Post Graduate admission letter from a recognized overseas university
  Relevant degrees from recognized universities
  5.NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate
  6.Upon successful completion of the application form, a registration number will be automatically assigned.
  7.Applicants are advised to print a hard copy of the online-generated acknowledgment for future reference.
  8.All shortlisted applicants will be announced and posted on the NDDC website: www.nddc.gov.ng. These shortlisted candidates will subsequently be required to take part in a Computer-Based Test (CBT).

• Eligibility

  To be eligible for the scholarship, a scholar must hail from the Niger Delta Region and have achieved a First Class Degree, Second Class Upper, or Lower Division.

• The Selection Process

• 1. Initial Application: Interested candidates must submit an online application via the Commission’s Website.
  2. Preliminary Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on the following criteria:
  WASSCE/NECO results
  3. Undergraduate Degree classification (1st Class, Second Class Upper/Lower)
  4. Local Government Identification
  5. Computer-Based Test: Shortlisted candidates will undergo a computer-based test conducted by our consultants in Rivers State.
  6. Minimum Test Score: Candidates must achieve a minimum score of 70% in the test to proceed to the next stage.
  7. Further Shortlisting: Candidates who successfully pass the test will be further shortlisted.
  8. Final Verification: The final verification of the candidates will be done through the Local Government Area (LGA) and Community Development Committee (CDC).

About the NDDC Scholarship test format

NDDC overseas scholarship test was conducted by Cinfores-Ltd, between 2010 and 2015. Since 2016, the tests are now conducted by MEIL (MARG Educational International Limited).

The test usually comprises of 2 sections –

1. General questions which everyone will have to sit, and

2. Discipline-based questions.

For example, candidates in Engineering and Science related disciplines could take a mix of science-based questions like maths, English, physics and chemistry for part 1, then discipline-specific questions for part 2. The  test usually last between 30 to 60 minutes.

• Sample Past Questions And Answers for NDDC Scholarship – Robotic Engineering

• Question1. What is the primary goal of robotic engineering?
  A To develop robots with human-like emotions
  B To design robots for space exploration
  C To create autonomous machines that can perform tasks
  D To build large mechanical structures
  Answer: C To create autonomous machines that can perform tasks
• Question2. What is a common type of actuator used in robotics to control joint movements?
  A Microcontroller
  B Hydraulic cylinder
  C Servo motor
  D Gearbox
  Answer: C Servo motorQuestion3. Which component of a robot is responsible for processing sensory information and making decisions?
  A Actuator
  B Sensor
  C Microcontroller
  D Power source
  Answer: C MicrocontrollerQuestion4. What is the term for a robot that is designed to perform tasks in environments that may be hazardous to humans?
  A Household robot
  B Industrial robot
  C Autonomous robot
  D Robotic arm
  Answer: C Autonomous robot

  Question5. Which programming language is commonly used for programming industrial robots?
  A Python
  B C++
  C Java
  D Robot-specific languages like RAPID
  Answer: D Robot-specific languages like RAPID

  Question6. What is the primary function of a robotic gripper?
  A To process sensory information
  B To control joint movements
  C To manipulate objects
  D To power the robot
  Answer: C To manipulate objects

  Question7. What is the term for a robot that is controlled by a human operator from a remote location?
  A Autonomous robot
  B Teleoperated robot
  C Industrial robot
  D Robot arm
  Answer: B Teleoperated robot

  Question8. Which type of sensor is commonly used in robotics to detect obstacles and measure distances?
  A Infrared sensor
  B Temperature sensor
  C Pressure sensor
  D Magnetic sensor
  Answer: A Infrared sensor

  Question9. What does the term “ROS” stand for in the context of robotic engineering?
  A Robot Operating System
  B Robotic Object Sensing
  C Remote Operator System
  D Robotic Operating Software
  Answer: A Robot Operating System

  Question10. Which of the following is an example of a collaborative robot (cobot)?
  A An industrial robot used in automotive manufacturing
  B A robot designed for space exploration
  C A robot that assists with medical surgeries
  D A robot used for vacuum cleaning
  Answer: C A robot that assists with medical surgeries

  Question11. What is the primary application of a SCARA robot?
  A 3D printing
  B Pick and place operations
  C Autonomous navigation
  D Space exploration
  Answer: B Pick and place operations

  Question12. What is the primary function of the “end effector” in a robotic system?
  A To control the robot’s movements
  B To process sensory information
  C To interface with external devices or objects
  D To provide power to the robot
  Answer: C To interface with external devices or objects

  Question13. Which type of robot is designed to mimic the movements of a human arm and hand?
  A Industrial robot
  B Robotic arm
  C Humanoid robot
  D Mobile robot
  Answer: C Humanoid robot

  Question14. What is the term for a robot that can operate underwater for tasks such as deep-sea exploration or maintenance?
  A Aerial robot
  B Submersible robot
  C Space robot
  D Industrial robot
  Answer: B Submersible robot

  Question15. In robotics, what does the acronym “SLAM” stand for?
  A Simulated Learning and Motion
  B Simultaneous Localization and Mapping
  C Sensory Learning and Measurement
  D Systematic Learning and Manipulation
  Answer: B Simultaneous Localization and Mapping

  Question16. Which of the following is a key consideration in the design of a mobile robot’s locomotion system?
  A Number of joints
  B Sensor placement
  C Power source
  D Terrain adaptability
  Answer: D Terrain adaptability

  Question17. What is the primary use of a robotic arm in manufacturing?
  A Welding
  B Cleaning
  C Data analysis
  D Telecommunication
  Answer: A Welding

  Question18. Which technology is often used in robotics to enable precise control and feedback in robotic joints?
  A Pneumatics
  B Hydraulics
  C Stepper motors
  D Proximity sensors
  Answer: C Stepper motors

  Question19. What is the primary advantage of swarm robotics?
  A High individual robot autonomy
  B Limited scalability
  C High power consumption
  D Inefficient communication
  Answer: A High individual robot autonomy

  Question20. What is the primary purpose of robotic vision systems?
  A To control joint movements
  B To process sensory information
  C To manipulate objects
  D To perceive and interpret visual data
  Answer: D To perceive and interpret visual data