Engineering Graphics with AutoCAD — Major (End Semester) 2026 question paper
MMMUT Mechanical Engineering previous year question paper for Engineering Graphics with AutoCAD (BME-157), semester 2, Major (End Semester) 2026. All 24 questions are listed below, each with a written answer on Nexsus.
Paper details
Subject: Engineering Graphics with AutoCAD (BME-157)
Branch: Mechanical Engineering
Semester: 2
Exam: Major (End Semester) 2026
Questions: 24
Questions asked in Engineering Graphics with AutoCAD Major (End Semester) 2026
Q1 a). Explain orthographic projection and briefly compare it with pictorial projection. including isometric projection. [2 marks]
Q1 b). Define engineering drawing and explain its importance as a communication tool. Also, discuss BIS and ISO standards and their role in engineering graphics. [2 marks]
Q1 c). Draw the projections 0fa point A lying on HP and 50 mm in front of VP. [2 marks]
Q1 d). A line AB is parallel to the VP and contained in it, and inclined to the HP at an angle 0. Draw its projections and explain the procedure. [2 marks]
Q1 e). Describe the Steps involved in drawing projections of a prism resting On HP with axis perpendicular to HP. [2 marks]
Q1 f). Draw the projections of the top view and front view of a cylinder Of 50 mm diameter and mm height, standing vertically on its base on the H.P. [2 marks]
Q1 g). Define a frustum and explain how it is obtained from a cone or pyramid. [2 marks]
Q2 a). Explain the concept and importance of sectional views in engineering drawing. Also, classify the different types of sectional views and explain each briefly with suitable applications. [5 marks]
Q2 b). Draw the front view and sectional top view of a cone having a base diameter of 30 mm and an axis length of 65 mm, resting on its base on the H.P. such that an element of the base is parallel to the V.P., when it is cut by a horizontal section lane at a height of 25 mm above the base. [5 marks]
Q2 c). Draw the front view and sectional top view of a pentagonal pyramid of base side 30mm and axis length 65mm resting on its base on the HP with one edge of the base parallel to the VP when it cut by a horizontal section plane distance of 25mm above the base. [5 marks]
Q3 a). Define development of surfaces. Explain its significance in engineering applications and discuss the various methods of development of surfaces with their applications. [5 marks]
Q3 b). A cylinder of base diameter 50mm and axis 70mm is resting on ground with its axis vertical. It is cut by a section plane perpendicular to the VP, inclined at 45° to the HP, passing through the top of a generator and cuts all the other generators. Draw the development of its lateral surface.(Draw in two ways) [5 marks]
Q3 c). A cone of base diameter 50mm and axis 60mm is resting on its base on the HP. Draw the development of its lateral surface. [5 marks]
Q4 a). Differentiate clearly between Isometric projection and isometric view. Explain the concept Of foreshortening, isometric scale, and justify why isometric view is commonly preferred in practice. [5 marks]
Q4 b). Explain procedure for drawing the isometric view Of right solids such as prisms and cylinders. Discuss the important considerations to ensure accuracy and proper visualization. [5 marks]
Q4 c). Draw the isometric view Of a hexagonal prism Of base side 30 mm and axis 70 mm. The prism is resting on its base on the H.P. With an ed e of the base parallel to the V.P. [5 marks]
Q5 a). Define axonometric projection. Classify it into isometric, dimetric, and trimetric projections. Explain each type in detail with respect to axis orientation, scale used, and practical applications in engineering drawing. [5 marks]
Q5 b). Draw the Isometric VRW Of a pentagonal pyramid Of base side 30 mm and axis 50 mm. The pyramid is kept on its base on the a) H.P. b) V.P. [5 marks]
Q5 c). Discuss the application of Computer Aided Design(CAD) in engineering with respect to design, analysis and manufacturing. Explain how CAD tools are utilized in each stage and illustrate your example with suitable real world examples. [5 marks]