CEED Exam Analysis 2019

CEED exam was conducted across 24 test cities. Go through test pattern, difficulty level and cutoffs for IIT admissions 2019 in MDes course. By Shaun D’Sa

CEED Exam Analysis 2019 - Overall the CEED 2019 paper had the same level of toughness as the previous year CEED question paper and was pretty straight forward. The range of topics covered was as expected, however there was a difference in the mix of the type of questions asked. More weightage was given to Mental Ability, Logical Reasoning, Visual Spatial Ability and Math as compared to General knowledge. 

General knowledge questions asked were more application based. Topics covered included knowledge of photography, audio video terminology (screen resolutions), printing etc.

Only one direct GK question was asked in which four objects were given – a cup, a fan, a toy, and ceramic piece and you had to match the items to the state of India it was associated with. Images of a Palki (palanquin) were given and you had to choose the right image, this required application of basic physics in which you had to judge the center of gravity.

The CEED exam pattern for Part A was as follows:

 

Section	Number of Questions	Question Number
NAT	10	1-10
MSQ	10	11-20
MCQ	25	21-45
Total	45	1-45

 

The marking scheme for Part A of CEED 2019 was as follows:

 

Section	Marks if wrong	Marks if not attempted	Total Marks
NAT	0	0	30
MSQ	0	0	20
MCQ	-0.6	0	50
Total			100

 

CEED 2019 Exam Analysis for Part A

Section-wise exam analysis for CEED 2019 is mentioned below:

CEED Exam Analysis 2019 for NAT Questions – Type of questions asked in this section was:

• Count the number of intersections for a given graphic image.
• Gears and ratios - a picture of a cycle given for which the distance travelled was asked if the pedal was moved 1.5 times.
• for a given set of fonts - find the ones that don't match.
• a question on mensuration for which a cuboid with a pyramid on top of it was given and the height from the base of the cuboid to the tip the pyramid had to be calculated.
• Find the number that replaces the question mark for a given number puzzle etc. 

CEED Exam Analysis 2019 for MSQ Questions – Type of questions asked in this section was: 

• A Pixelated image was shown, identify which of the rotated figures is the same image.
• Question about photography – Relationship between Aperture size and Depth of field.
• Question about Resolution – question was asking about the relationship between the Video / Monitor Resolution and size of the output. 
• Identify which of the following characters describes “Squash and Stretch” concept – Cat jumping, kids stretching for fruit, frog croaking, cartoon figure landing after jump.
• Transparent Rubik’s cube was given, 3 dots shown from the left side view was shown, the same three dots was shown from the front. Identify which dots are correct in the Top view.

CEED Exam Analysis for MCQ Questions – Type of questions asked in this section was: 

• Braille puzzles - find the correct pattern
• Count the number of right angle triangles for a given figure
• Match the following given 4 objects to the state of India
• A question on sciograhy / light pattern created on a screen for an arrangement of objects
• Elevation and views for a given object
• Series and sequences - find the odd one out
• Identification of correct anatomy for images given - for the hand of a child and the feet of a lizard
• Identify the correct design for the given palanquin
• Count the total lines for a given figure
• Anthropometry - height of a door latch with relation to a child and adult Logo for parle G
• A question related to colour theory
• The resultant image of 2 simple graphic images when then overlap

 CEED 2019 Exam Analysis for Part B

The paper structure for Part B of CEED exam was as follows:

Section	No. of Questions	Question Number	Total Marks
Discipline Specific Question	5 (Answer any one)	1-5	40
Creativity Question	1	6	20
Sketching Question	1	7	20
Visualization Question	1	8	20
Total	8	1-8	100

 

CEED Part B paper comprised of separate questions for different design specialisations.

CEED Exam Analysis 2019 for Industrial Design

In the monsoon season people use their furniture, doors etc., to dry clothes. Create a product that the helps the user to dry clothes indoors in the rainy season and which uses a fan, it should be lightweight, easy to use, foldable, attracted customers and aesthetically pleasing. 

You need to create:

1. Four concept drawings.
2. Write 10 points highlighting design decisions.
3. 3D perspective drawing (should be rendered).
4. Show the usage scenario.
5. Write about the design in 100 words. 

 

Evaluation criteria: 

• Understanding the problem and solution finding.
• Neatness and quality of sketches renders and presentation.
• Ability to express ideas visually.
• Analysis and critical thinking of the problem.

CEED Exam Analysis 2019 for Communication Design:

The Indian cricket team is going to play England in 2019 in Wales. If we win this would be the 3rd time, design a campaign idea to encourage people to come out and support India.

You need to create:

• 3 proposals / concepts for 20x30 ft hoardings in form of sketches (10 marks).
• 3 slogans (it can be in any language - specify the name of the language) (10 marks).
• Choose one of the idea above and create a detailed drawing (20 marks).

 

CEED Exam Analysis 2019 for Interaction Design

A mobile company design a device for bicycles, This devices does not have a touch screen, it has 7 buttons, a microphone, a speaker, wifi / internet connection, 

You need to:

• Design a storyboard how a 12 yr boy would use the device.
• Illustrate the 3D view and where will you fit it on the bicycle.
• Screenshot of the display of the device.
• Other than this purpose, how will you use the device.

 

CEED Exam Analysis 2019 for Mobility and Vehicle design

In rural areas people use their vehicles for more than one purpose, like for carrying cattle agro equipment and people from one place to another. Most of the vehicles are not designed for such extreme usage. Design a vehicle to be used in hilly rural areas, which should help carry heavy equipment and machines, cattle. If the vehicle is not carrying heavy equipment, machinery or cattle, it should be able to carry at least 6 people comfortably, 

You need to create:

1. 4 concept drawings
2. 3D view of the final design
3. Side elevation which should be rendered
4. The interior of the vehicle
5. Explain all the materials and design decisions in 10 points

 

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• Creativity Question in CEED 2019: 5 panels were given in which, 4 panels had squiggly lines, straight lines and some geometric shapes. The student was expected to create an interesting drawing including the shapes given in the panel. The 5^th panel was blank and the student could use any 3 elements of the previous 4 panels and come out with an interesting type of creative drawing. 
• Sketching Question in CEED 2019: Show an interior perspective drawing of a kitchen with the following items - Utensils, 2 pans, cutlery, stove, dish rack, freshly cut vegetables cut on the counter and any two kitchen appliances and kitchen containers from the view of the height of a person of 5.5 feet. Marks will be given on completeness, composition, shadow and texture. 
• Visualisation Question in CEED 2019: The top half of an S shape was given, the student had to complete the other half and enlarge the entire image to a height of 15 cms.

 

Overall CEED 2019 Exam Analysis:

The paper was lengthy and speed was essential in terms of idea generation and sketching.

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About the Author:

Shaun D’Sa has a Master’s degree in Industrial Design from IIT Delhi. He is Director at Design Quotient Labs (DQ Labs), a coaching platform for Architecture and Design entrance exams.

He began his career with General Motors Advanced Design Center at Bangalore, where he had the opportunity to work with design teams for car brands like Hummer, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Holden, Buick to name a few. Shaun has also been a part of many teams of International and Indian designers for design centric ethnographic studies across India and abroad. Due to his passion for Design and Architecture, he has travelled extensively abroad and has been a part of many design workshops in many countries across Europe.