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Circuit Crime Scene

A hardware troubleshooting event where participants act as electronics detectives. Teams are given a breadboard circuit with a deliberate fault — loose wire, blown LED, wrong resistor, or reversed diode — and must spot and fix it.

Format / Team Team (2 to 4 members)
Duration 45 minutes
Venue 📍 Electronics Lab

CHALLENGE STAGES

STAGE 1

Stage 1 — The Clue Sheet

Read the case file clues and perform a quick visual inspection of the breadboard setup.

STAGE 2

Stage 2 — Fault Finding

Use a digital multimeter to verify continuity, test resistor values, and inspect supply rails.

STAGE 3

Stage 3 — The Fix

Replace faulty components from the parts tray and power on the functional circuit.

RULES AND REGULATIONS

  • Teams must consist of 2 to 4 members.
  • Only standard lab tools (multimeter, breadboards, jumper wires) provided by coordinators may be used.
  • Points are awarded for identifying the exact fault and getting the output to work (e.g., LED glowing, buzzer beeping).
  • Minor negative marks apply for asking coordinators for a hint.
  • The fastest team to correctly fix the circuit wins.

SCORING AND EVALUATION

  • Accuracy in fault identification and working circuit restoration.
  • Time taken and deduction for hint requests.
OFFICIAL CODE & REGULATIONS

GENERAL SYMPOSIUM GUIDELINES

Essential instructions for all registered participants attending VIYUGAM 2K26. Please review carefully to ensure seamless participation.

All participants must bring their own valid college ID cards.

Participants must carry essential articles (pen drive, standees, poster, laptops, prototypes or models) for their respective events.

Participants must abide by the final decision given by the jury panel.

All participants must follow the rules and regulations; any kind of misbehaviour, malpractice, or disruptive behaviour will result in cancellation of participation and immediate disqualification.

Lunch and appetizers will be provided to all registered participants.

Participants must register before the event begins and report to the venue on time.

Event-specific equipment, software, time limits, and participation formats will be announced by coordinators before each round.

Participants are responsible for following the rules and instructions announced before each round.