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Technical Trade (ITI)

After schooling, mostly everyone follow the same routine, i.e taking up any of the +2 courses, continuing their studies up to graduation or post graduation; or taking an entrance exam to get admission into medical/ engineering or any other professional field. But for those who are not too keen on taking up +2 after 10th standard, but want to get basic training skills in a trade, they have an option of taking up technical education provided by Industrial training institutes (ITI). 

Nowadays people are becoming more aware about the scope for technical education. The need for skilled personnel in various technical fields is increasing day by day, due to the changing economic and industrial scenario of the world. In India, the demand for man power labour has grown exponentially, by the rapid invasion of factories, ports and ships which results in the rise of numerous technical jobs. Here comes the significance of technical education which plays a vital role in creating skilled manpower for industries. Technical education is a diverse field providing courses and trades in the areas of engineering, technology, management, architecture, town planning, pharmacy, applied arts and crafts, hotel management, catering technology etc. 

Industrial Training Institutes (ITI's) and Industrial Training Centers (ITC's) are pioneers in the field of technical education which provide support i.e basic skills to an individual to become self reliant in the trade they choose. ITI's are government-run organisations whereas ITC's are privately-run training organisations, both operating under the general guidance of the Directorate General of Employment and Training (DGET), Ministry of Labour & Employment, Union government of India. ITC's are self financing and provide same courses as that of ITI's. Courses in these institutes are designed to impart technical knowledge to the youngsters and offers training in engineering and non-engineering technical fields, such as in trades like electrician, machinist, fitter, plumber, turner, welder, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic, computer hardware etc. Trade Test or qualifying test for both ITI and ITC trainees are also common i.e All India Trade Test (AITT) 

Besides DGET, State Council of Vocational Training (SCVT) and National Council of Vocational Training (NCVT) are also associated with the functioning of ITI's.

Technical Trade (ITI) : Eligibility & Course Areas

A pass in 10th standard (SSLC/ matriculation) or equivalent is the minimum eligibility required to obtain admission to ITI / ITC, that are made usually in the month of August every year.

 

The duration of the trade/ course may vary from one year to three years, depending on the field chosen.

Some of the courses/ trades offering in the ITI's/ ITC's are given below :

Engineering Trades Architectural Assistant Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) Building Maintenance Carpenter Draughtsman (Civil) Draughtsman (Mechanical) Electrician Electronic Mechanic Electroplater Fitter Foundry man Information Technology & Electronics System Maintenance Instrument Mechanic Instrument Mechanic (Chemical Plant) Interior Decoration and Designing Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) Lift Mechanic Machinist Machinist (Grinder) Maintenance Mechanic (Chemical Plant) Marine Engine Fitter Mason (Building Constructor) Mech. Communication Equipment Maintenance Mech. Repair & Maintenance of Heavy Vehicles Mech. Repair & Maintenance of Light Vehicles Mech. Repair & Maintenance of Two Wheelers Mechanic (Diesel) Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) Mechanic (Radio & TV) Mechanic (Refrigeration and Air-Conditioner) Mechanic (Tractor) Mechanic Agricultural Machinery Mechanic Auto Electrical and Electronics Mechanic Computer Hardware Mechanic Consumer Electronics Mechanic Industrial Electronics Mechanic Lens/Prism Grinding Mechanic Machine Tools Maintenance Mechanic Mechatronics Mechanic Medical Electronics Mechanic-cum-Operator Electronics Communication System Operator Advanced Machine Tools Painter General Physiotherapy Technician Plastic Processing Operator Plumber Pump Operator-cum-Mechanic Radiology Technician (Radio Diagnosis & Radiotherapy) Sanitary Hardware fitter Sheet Metal Worker Spinning Technician Surveyor Textile Mechatronics Tool & Die Maker (Dies & Moulds) Tool & Die Maker (Press Tools, Jigs & Fixtures) Turner Vessel Navigator Welder (Gas and Electric) Weaving Technician Wireman

Non- Engineering Trades Baker and Confectioner Cabin/Room Attendant Cane Willow and Bamboo Work Catering & Hospitality Assistant Computer Aided Embroidery & Needle Work Computer Operator and Programming Assistant Corporate House Keeping Craftsman Food Production (General) Craftsman Food Production (Vegetarian) Creche Management Cutting & Sewing Dairying Data Entry Operator Dental Laboratory Technician Desk Top Publishing Operator Digital Photographer Domestic House Keeping Dress Making Driver Cum Mechanic (Light Motor Vehicle) Embroidery and Needle Work Event Management Assistant Fashion Technology Floriculture & Landscaping Front Office Assistant Hair and Skin care Health Sanitary Inspector Horticulture Hospital House Keeping Hospital Waste Management Institution House Keeping Insurance Agent Leather Goods Maker Library & Information Science Litho – Offset Machine Minder Manufacture of Footwear Medical Transcription Multimedia Animation & Special Effect Network Technician Office Assistant cum Computer Operator Old Age Care Photographer Plate Maker-cum-Impositer Pre/Preparatory School Management (Assistant) Preservation of fruits and vegetables Process Cameraman Secretarial Practice Stenography (English) Stenography (Hindi) Steward Travel & Tour Assistant Textile Wet Processing Technician Tourist Guide Weaving of Silk and Woolen Fabrics Weaving of Woolen Fabrics

All the courses/ trades are affiliated to Director General of Employment and Training (DGET) and are conducted as per the curriculum prescribed by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT). Certain ITI's provide short term courses exclusively designed for overseas employment. 10th passed students to B.Tech students can utilize this course.

The trades in ITI are classified into several training schemes. Among the various training schemes, Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS) and the Apprenticeship Training Scheme (ATS) are the most important that provide pre-employment training. CTS provides long term institutional training. As Training imparted in Institutions alone is not sufficient for acquisition of skills, it needs to be supplemented by training in the actual work place. ATS is a combination of institutional and on-the-job training that provides skilled manpower to the industry. 

Depending on the trade, educational qualifications for admission to ITIs under the CTS and ATS vary from class 8th to 12th grade and also the duration. CTS aims at producing semi-skilled workers and the pass out CTS trainees can enter into apprenticeship. The duration of ATS ranges from six months to four years and the graduate apprentices are considered as skilled workers.  

Qualifying Test : On completion of desired period of training under CTS and ATS, the candidates are qualified to appear in the All India Trade Test (AITT) conducted by NCVT (National Council for Vocational training). The test is conducted twice a year, October/ November and April/May. Successful candidates passing out AITT, are awarded the National Trade Certificate (NTC) and National Apprenticeship Certificates (NAC) in the concerning trade by NCVT. NTC and NAC are recognized qualification for recruitment to relevant posts and services in Central/ State Government establishments as well as in private and corporate sectors and industries.

Technical Trade (ITI) : Job Prospects & Career Options

After completing the engineering trading course in ITI, one can go for higher studies like diploma in engineering. There are also specialized short-term courses for certain trades, offered in Advanced Training Institutes (ATI's), which enhances the skills of candidates. Most industries/ companies accept ITI graduates only as apprentices and they train them for a period of 6 months to 1-2 years, depending on the company. They may be considered suitable for employment only after the training period. Reputed ITI's and ITC's have their own placement cells and candidates after completing their trades may be directly recruited to the companies. 

Based on the trade opted, ITI qualified candidates can apply for jobs in the private sector and public sector. Electronics, welder, refrigeration and air-conditioner mechanic trade are the trades in ITI's, which are most in demand. Since electronics is the basic of almost every field, it has got a vast scope. Electronic mechanic trade graduates can find opportunities in Information technology firms and in the manufacturing units of electronics equipment. Both welders and air-conditioner mechanics have much scope in India and Abroad. The major job openings of an A/C mechanic are in the different sections of the Public Service Commission (PSC) and in railways, as technicians, instructors etc. Opportunities for fitters are immense in on shore and off shore areas such as oil and gas, factories, shipyards etc. Those with electrician trade can find openings in the electricity board / department for which the recruitment is through PSC (Public service Commission) Exams.

Job opportunities are also available in government organizations like Indian Army, Indian Navy, Air force, Railways, Telecom and paramilitary forces like BSF (Border Security Force), CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) etc. Besides these, ITI passed out candidates can find self employment by setting up their own garage, winding shops, fabrication shops etc.