Course Information
During the two-year duration of Electronics Mechanic trade, a candidate is trained on professional skill, professional knowledge and Employability skill related to job role. In addition to this a candidate is entrusted to undertake project work and extracurricular activities to build up confidence. The Broad components covered professional skill, subjects are as below: –
FIRST YEAR: In this year trainees will learn about safety and environment, use of fire extinguishers, artificial respiratory resuscitation to begin with. They get the idea of trade tools & its standardization, Familiarize with basics of electricity. They will measure the various parameters by DSO and execute the result with standard one. Skilling practice on different types & combination of cells for operation and maintenance of batteries being done. They can Identify and test passive and active electronic components. Trainees will also construct and test unregulated and regulated power supplies. Trainees will practice soldering and de-soldering of various types of electrical and electronic components on through hole PCBs. The candidates will be able to construct and test amplifier, oscillator and wave shaping circuits, testing of power electronic components. They can be able to construct and test power control circuits, Identify and test opto electronic devices. They will able to achieve the skill on SMD Soldering and De-soldering of discrete SMD components. Trainees will verify the truth tables of various digital ICs by referring Data book also they practice circuit simulation software to simulate and test various circuits. In the end of first year the trainees will construct and test various circuits using linear ICs 741 & 555.
SECOND YEAR: In this year the trainees will be able to Identify, prepare, terminate and test various types of electronic cables used in various electronic systems. They assemble a computer system, install OS, Practice with MS office, use the internet, browse, create mail IDs, download desired data from internet using search engines. Gaining the skill by practicing SMD Soldering and De-soldering of various types of IC Packages. Able to identify the defects and do rework of PCB. They construct and test simple electrical control circuits and various electrical protective devices. The trainees will assemble and test a commercial AM/ FM receiver. They will identify various functional blocks and I/O Ports of a 8051 microcontroller system, Familiarize with the instruction set of 8051 micro controller, interface a model application with the Microcontroller kit and run the application. The trainee will identify and test various types of sensors used in electronic industries and construct and test circuits using various sensors system. They can construct and test analog and digital IC based application circuits as a part of project work. The trainees will work with DPM Modules to measure various electrical parameter, also interface the LCD modules to display a word. They will also skilled with various modulation techniques to acquaint with fibre optic communication techniques by using trainer kit. Identify various Input and output sockets/connectors of the given SMPS and UPS. Install and troubleshoot the given solar panel system. Dismantle and assemble various types of cell / smart phones and trouble shoot the cell/smart phone. Dismantle and assemble the given LED light stack. Design a LED light for the given ratings. Assemble decorative lighting system (serial lights) using LED strips. Dismantle, assemble, trouble shoot and rectify LED and LCD TV sets.
GENERAL INFORMATION
| Name of the Trade | ELECTRONICS MECHANIC |
| Trade Code | DGT/1005 |
| NSQF Level | Level-4 |
| Duration of Craftsmen Training | Two Years (2400 hours + 300 hours OJT/Group Project) |
| Entry Qualification | Passed 10th class examination with Science and Mathematics or with vocational subject in same sector or its equivalent. |
| Minimum Age | 14 years as on first day of academic session. |
Unit Strength (No. Of Student) | 24(There is no separate provision of supernumerary seats) |
| Space Norms | 56 Sq. m |
| Power Norms | 3.04 KW |
| Instructors Qualification for | |
| B.Voc/Degree in Electronics / Electronics and Telecommunication/ Electronics and communication Engineering from AICTE/UGC recognized Engineering College/ university with one-year experience in the relevant field. OR 03 years Diploma in Electronics / Electronics and telecommunication/ Electronics and communication from AICTE /recognized board of technical education or relevant Advanced Diploma (Vocational) from DGT with two years’ experience in the relevant field OR NTC/NAC passed in the Trade of “Electronics Mechanic” With three years’ experience in the relevant field. Essential Qualification: Relevant Regular / RPL variants of National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC) under DGT. |
| 2. Workshop Calculation & Science | B.Voc/Degree in Engineering from AICTE/UGC recognized Engineering College/ university with one-year experience in the relevant field. OR 03 years Diploma in Engineering from AICTE / recognized board of technical education or relevant Advanced Diploma (Vocational) from DGT with two years’ experience in the relevant field. OR NTC/ NAC in any one of the engineering trades with three years’ experience. Essential Qualification: Regular / RPL variants of National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC) in relevant trade OR Regular / RPL variants NCIC in RoDA or any of its variants under DGT |
| 3. Engineering Drawing | B.Voc/Degree in Engineering from AICTE/UGC recognized Engineering College/ university with one-year experience in the relevant field. OR 03 years Diploma in Engineering from AICTE / recognized board of technical education or relevant Advanced Diploma (Vocational) from DGT with two years’ experience in the relevant field. OR NTC/ NAC in any one of the Mechanical group (Gr-I) trades categorized under Engg. Drawing’/ D’man Mechanical / D’man Civil’ with three years’ experience. Essential Qualification: Regular / RPL variants of National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC) in relevant trade OR Regular / RPL variants of NCIC in RoDA / D’man (Mech /civil) or any of its variants under DGT. |
| 4. Employability Skill | MBA/ BBA / Any Graduate/ Diploma in any discipline with Two years’ experience with short term ToT Course in Employability Skills. (Must have studied English/ Communication Skills and Basic Computer at 12th / Diploma level and above) OR Existing Social Studies Instructors in ITIs with short term ToT Course in Employability Skills. |
| Minimum Age for Instructor | 21Years |
After the Training Trainees are able to:
- Electronics Fitter, General; fits, assembles and repairs various kinds of electronic equipment in factory or workshop or at place of use. Examines drawings and wiring diagrams; checks parts for accuracy of fit and minor adjustments; assembles parts or mounts them on chassis or panels with aid of hand tools; installs and connects wiring, soldering joints equipment, diagnoses faults with aid of electronic testing equipment; dismantles equipment if required and replaces faulty parts or wiring.
- Electronics Fitter, other; include all other workers engaged in fitting, assembling, repairing and maintaining electronic equipment, machinery, appliances, etc., not elsewhere classified.
- Electronics Mechanic; Electronic Equipment Mechanic repairs electronic equipment, such as computers, industrial controls, transmitters, and telemetering control systems following blueprints and manufacturer’s specifications and using hand tools and test instruments. Tests faulty equipment and applies knowledge of functional operation of electronic units and systems to diagnose cause of malfunction. Tests electronic components and circuits to locate defects, using instruments, such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, ammeters and voltmeters. Replaces defective components and wiring and adjusts mechanical parts, using hand tools and soldering iron. Aligns, adjusts and calibrates testing instruments. Maintains records of repairs, calibrations and test.
- Radio Technician (Radio Manufacturing); tests assembled radio sets with testing equipment to ensure that assembly soldering, frequency, performance, etc. are in accordance with prescribed standards. Places assembled radio set in position and visually examines it to ensure that position of components, connections, soldering, wiring, etc. are in order. Switches on and operates different knobs to check calibration, audibility and general performance of set by varying its tone and listening to various stations and frequencies. Tightens loose nuts and screws, locates faults, replaces defective components and conducts necessary changes. Approves correctly assembled sets for further processing and rejects defective ones for rectification. May tests sets at different stages of assembly. May service, repair and overhaul radio sets.
- Solar Panel Installation Technician; is also known as ‘Panel Installer’, the Solar Panel Installation Technician is responsible for installing solar panels at the customers’ premises. The individual at work checks the installation site, understands the layout requirement as per design, assesses precautionary measures to be taken, installs the solar panel as per customer’s requirement and ensures effective functioning of the system post installation.
- Optical fibre technician; is responsible for maintaining uptime and quality of the network segment (both optical media and equipment) assigned to him by undertaking periodic preventive maintenance activities and ensuring effective fault management in case of fault occurrence. He is also required to coordinate activities for installation and commissioning of Optical Fibre Cable (OF) as per the route plan.
- Field Technician: UPS and Inverter; is also called, ‘UPS repair Technician’, this is an after sales service job for installing and providing support to customers of different types of UPS and inverters. The individual at work installs the newly purchased UPS or inverter. The individual also and interacts with customers to diagnose problems in them, assesses possible causes, rectifies faults or replaces faulty modules or recommends factory repairs for bigger faults as per the route plan. Installation, service, repair and overhaul radio sets service centre. May install television sets.
- Television Installation Man; installs and adjusts television receivers and antennas, using hand tools. Selects antenna according to type of set and location of transmitting station. Bolts cross arms and dipole elements in position to assemble antenna. Secures antenna in place with bracket and guy wires, observing insurance codes and local ordinances to protect installation from lighting and other hazards. Drills and waterproofs holes in building to make passage for transmission line. Connects line between receiver and antenna and fastens it in place. Tunes receiver on all channels and adjusts screws to obtain desired density, linearity, focus and size of picture. Orients antenna and installs reflector to obtain strongest possible reception.
- Cable Television Installer; installs cable television cables and equipment on customer’s premises, using electrician’s tools and test equipment: Measures television signal strength at utility pole, using electronic test equipment. Computes impedance of wire from pole to house to determine additional resistance needed for reducing signal to desired level. Installs terminal boxes and strings lead-in wires, using electrician’s tools. Connects television set to cable system and evaluates incoming signal. Adjusts and repairs cable system to ensure optimum reception. May collect installation fees and explain cable service operation to subscriber. May clean and maintain tools, test equipment.
- Television Service and Repairman; repairs and adjusts radios and television receivers, using hand tools and electronic testing instruments. Tunes receiver on all channels and observes audio and video characteristics to locate source of trouble. Adjusts controls to obtain desired density, linearity, focus and size of picture. Examines chassis for defects. Tests voltages and resistance of circuits to isolate defect following schematic diagram and using voltmeter, oscilloscope, signal generator and other electronic testing instruments. Tests and changes tubes, solders loose connections and repairs or replaces defective parts, using hand tools and soldering iron. Repair radios and other audio equipment.
- Television Repair Technician; job role is applicable to both Television manufacturing facilities as well as electronics service centers. This role pertains to rectify faults identified during testing of TV on in manufacturing process and providing after sales assistance and ensuring appropriate functioning of television sets. A TV repair technician identifies the section in the TV that is not functioning. If the problem identified is in the Printed Circuit Board (PCB), the technician identifies the specific fault in the PCB and corrects it. Replaces the dysfunctional PCB with a new one, if the damage identified requires fixing at the service centre.
Reference NCO-2015:
a) 7421.0100 – Electronics Fitter, General
b) 7421.0300 – Electronics Mechanic
c) 7422.1100 – Television Installation Man
d) 7422.1200 – Cable Television Installer
e) 7422.1300 – Television Service and Repairman
f) 7422.1302 – Television Repair Technician
g) 7422.1400 – Radio Technician (Radio Manufacturing)
h) 7421.1401 – Solar Panel Installation Technician
i) 7422.0801 -Optical fibre technician
j) 7421.0801 – Field Technician: UPS and Inverter
PROGRESSION PATHWAYS
- Can join industry as Technician and will progress further as Senior Technician, Supervisor and can rise up to the level of Manager.
- Can become Entrepreneur in the related field.
- Can appear in 10+2 examination through National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) for acquiring higher secondary certificate and can go further for General/ Technical education.
- Can take admission in diploma course in notified branches of Engineering by lateral entry.
- Can join Apprenticeship programme in different types of industries leading to National Apprenticeship certificate (NAC).
- Can join Crafts Instructor Training Scheme (CITS) in the trade for becoming instructor in ITIs.
- Can join Advanced Diploma (Vocational) courses under DGT as applicable.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Distribution of training hours across various course elements during a period of two years:
| Sr. No. | Course Element | Notional Training Hours | |
| Ist Year | IInd Year | ||
| 1 | ProfessionalSkill(TradePractical) | 840 | 840 |
| 2 | ProfessionalKnowledge(TradeTheory) | 240 | 300 |
| 3 | EmployabilitySkills | 120 | 60 |
| Total | 1200 | 1200 | |
Every year 150 hours of mandatory OJT (On the Job Training) at nearby industry, wherever not available then group project is mandatory.
| On the Job Training (OJT)/ Group Project | 150 | 150 |
Trainees of one-year or two-year trade can also opt for optional courses of up to 240 hours in each year for 10th/ 12th class certificate along with ITI certification, or, add on short term courses
PASS REGULATION
For the purposes of determining the overall result, weightage of 100% is applied for six months and one year duration courses and 50% weightage is applied to each examination for two years courses. The minimum pass percent for Trade Practical and Formative assessment is 60% & for all other subjects is 33%.
LEARNING OUTCOME
FIRST YEAR:
1. Perform basic workshop operations using suitable tools for fitting, riveting, drilling etc. observing suitable care & safety following safety precautions. (NOS: ELE/N1002)
2. Select and perform electrical/ electronic measurement of single range meters and calibrate the instrument. (NOS: ELE/N9401)
3. Test &service different batteries used in electronic applications and record the data to estimate repair cost. (NOS: ELE/N7001)
4. Measure AC/DC using proper measuring instruments and compare the data using standard parameter. (NOS: ELE/N9402)
5. Measure the various parameters by DSO and execute the result with standard one. (NOS: ELE/N9403)
6. Plan and execute soldering & de-soldering of various electrical components like Switches, PCB & Transformers for electronic circuits. (NOS: ELE/N7812)
7. Test various electronic components using proper measuring instruments and compare the data using standard parameter. (NOS: ELE/N5804)
8. Assemble simple electronic power supply circuit and test for functioning. (NOS: ELE/N5804)
9. Construct, test and verify the input/ output characteristics of various analog circuits. (NOS: ELE/N9404)
10. Plan and construct different power electronic circuits and analyse the circuit functioning. (NOS: ELE/N1201)
11. Select the appropriate opto electronics components and verify the characteristics in different circuit. (NOS: ELE/N6102)
12. Assemble, test and troubleshoot various digital circuits. (NOS: ELE/N1201)
13. Simulate and analyze the analog and digital circuits using Electronic simulator software. (NOS: ELE/N6102)
14. Construct and test different circuits using ICs 741operational amplifiers & ICs 555 linear integrated circuits. (NOS: ELE/N9405)
15. Read and apply engineering drawing for different application in the field of work. (NOS: PSS/N9401)
16. Demonstrate basic mathematical concept and principles to perform practical operations. Understand and explain basic science in the field of study. (NOS: PSS/N9402)
SECOND YEAR:
17. Prepare, crimp, terminate and test various cables used in different electronics industries. (NOS: ELE/N6307)
18. Install, configure, interconnect given computer system(s) and demonstrate & utilize application packages for different application. (NOS: ELE/N4614)
19. Identify, place, solder and desolder and test different SMD discrete components and ICs package with due care and following safety norms using proper tools/setup. (NOS: ELE/N5102)
20. Rework on PCB after identifying defects from SMD soldering and de-soldering. (NOS: ELE/N5102)
21. Construct different electrical control circuits and test for their proper functioning with due care and safety. (NOS: ELE/N9407)
22. Assemble and test a commercial AM/ FM receiver and evaluate performance. (NOS: ELE/N9408)
23. Test, service and troubleshoot the various components of different domestic/ industrial programmable systems. (NOS: ELE/N9802)
24. Execute the operation of different sensors, identify, wire & test various transducers of IoT Applications. (NOS: ELE/N9409)
25. Identify different IoT Applications with IoT architecture. (NOS: ELE/N3102)
26. Plan and carry out the selection of a project, assemble the project and evaluate performance for a domestic/commercial application. (NOS: ELE/N9802)
27. Prepare fibre optic setup and execute transmission and reception. (NOS: ELE/N5902)
28. Plan and Interface the LCD, LED, DPM panels to various circuits and evaluate performance. (NOS: ELE/N8107)
29. Detect the faults and troubleshoot SMPS, UPS and inverter. (NOS: ELE/N7202)
30. Identify, Test and verify characteristics of Photovoltaic cells, Modules, Batteries and Charge controllers. Install a solar panel, execute testing and evaluate performance by connecting the panel to the inverter. (NOS: ELE/N5902)
31. Dismantle, identify the various parts and interface of a cell phone to a PC. Estimate and troubleshoot. (NOS: ELE/N8107)
32. Check the various parts of a LED lights & stacks and troubleshoot. (NOS: ELE/N9302)
33. Identify, operate various controls, troubleshoot and replace modules of the LCD/LED TV & its remote. (NOS: ELE/N3102)
34. Read and apply engineering drawing for different application in the field of work. (NOS: PSS/N9401)
35. Demonstrate basic mathematical concept and principles to perform practical operations. Understand and explain basic science in the field of study. (NOS: PSS/N9402)