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This page has every Plant Operation Theory N1 April paper we have, from 2018 to 2021: 4 question papers and 3 memos in 7 PDFs. The newest year is first. Each paper shows the first page of questions, its marks and time, and what the questions cover.

Plant Operation Theory N1 April papers by year

YearExamsPapersPDFs
2021April12
2020April12
2019April11
2018April12

Topics that come up most in Plant Operation Theory N1 April

Counted from the questions in the papers on this page: how many papers each topic appears in, and its average marks.

TopicPapersAverage marks
Chemistry421
Pumps and Instrumentation420
Distillation and Water Treatment420
Valves and Pipes320
Safety and Storage319
Pipes and Valves120
Storage and Fire120
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Plant Operation Theory N1 April 2021 question papers and memos

April 2021

Plant Operation Theory N1 April 2021 question paper, first page of questions
Plant Operation Theory N1 April 2021 question paper

100 marks · 3 hours · 5 pages · 5 questions

What is in this paper (5 questions)
  1. Q1 Chemistry1.1 Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE by writing only 20 marks
  2. Q2 Valves and Pipes2.1 Give THREE advantages and THREE disadvantages of plastic pipes. (3 + 3 (6) ) 20 marks
  3. Q3 Pumps and Instrumentation3.1 State FOUR factors that the power/energy supply to a pump system depends 20 marks
  4. Q4 Distillation and Water Treatment4.1 Give FOUR reasons why water for industrial use is purified. (4) 20 marks
  5. Q5 Safety and Storage5.1 Explain, with the aid of a sketch, the operating principle of a foam (7) 20 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer all the questions.
  2. Read all the questions carefully.
  3. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. Use only a black or blue pen.
  5. Write neatly and legibly. (11040001) -3-
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Plant Operation Theory N1 April 2020 question papers and memos

April 2020

Plant Operation Theory N1 April 2020 question paper, first page of questions
Plant Operation Theory N1 April 2020 question paper

100 marks · 3 hours · 5 pages · 5 questions

What is in this paper (5 questions)
  1. Q1 Chemistry1.1 What is meant by the following terms: 20 marks
  2. Q2 Pipes and Valves2.1 Make a neat, fully labelled sketch of a release valve. (8) 20 marks
  3. Q3 Pumps and Instrumentation3.1 A pump delivers 2 500 m of liquid to a height of 30 metrse. The density of 20 marks
  4. Q4 Distillation and Water Treatment4.1 Water is of vital importance in our daily lives. 20 marks
  5. Q5 Storage and Fire5.1 Name FOUR classes of fire and the most effective method of extinguishing 20 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer all the questions.
  2. Read all the questions carefully.
  3. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. Use only a black or blue pen.
  5. Write neatly and legibly. (11040001) -3-

Plant Operation Theory N1 April 2019 question papers and memos

April 2019

Plant Operation Theory N1 April 2019 question paper, first page of questions
Plant Operation Theory N1 April 2019 question paper

100 marks · 3 hours · 5 pages · 5 questions

The memo for this paper is not available yet.

What is in this paper (5 questions)
  1. Q1 Chemistry1.1 State FOUR physical properties of non-metals. (4) 20 marks
  2. Q2 Valves and Pipes2.1 The use and development of pipes started in historical times and the Bible 20 marks
  3. Q3 Pumps and Instrumentation3.1 State the FOUR factors on which the energy depends that has to be supplied 20 marks
  4. Q4 Distillation and Water Treatment4.1 Explain or define the following terms: 20 marks
  5. Q5 Safety and Storage5.1 5.1.1 Explain when pressure vessels will be used for storage of 20 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Read ALL the questions carefully.
  3. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. Sketches must be large, neat and fully labelled.
  5. Write neatly and legibly. (11040001) -3-
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Plant Operation Theory N1 April 2018 question papers and memos

April 2018

Plant Operation Theory N1 April 2018 question paper, first page of questions
Plant Operation Theory N1 April 2018 question paper

100 marks · 3 hours · 4 pages · 5 questions

What is in this paper (5 questions)
  1. Q1 Chemistry1.1 Complete the table below by writing the missing information next to the 22 marks
  2. Q2 Valves and Pipes2.1 Name the factors that affect the resistance of the flow through a pipe. (5) 21 marks
  3. Q3 Pumps and Instrumentation3.1 Name FIVE parts of centrifugal pumps and state where they are found. (10) 21 marks
  4. Q4 Distillation and Water Treatment4.1 List FOUR substances that cause water to harden. (4) 20 marks
  5. Q5 Safety and Storage5.1 List FOUR items of personal protective equipment. (4) 16 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Read ALL the questions carefully.
  3. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. Sketches must be large, neat and fully labelled.
  5. Write neatly and legibly. (11040001) -3- T1290(E)(A5)T

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Questions about these papers

Which years of Plant Operation Theory N1 April papers are on this page?

Papers from 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018. The newest year is at the top.

How many marks is the Plant Operation Theory N1 April paper?

The paper is usually out of 100 marks and you get 3 hours to write it.

Are the memos included?

Yes. 3 of the 4 papers on this page have their marking memo next to the question paper.

Which topics come up most in these papers?

Chemistry, pumps and instrumentation and distillation and water treatment, based on 4 papers on this page.

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