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ITI Industrial Painter Trade Syllabus 

The ITI "Industrial Painter" trade is a one-year vocational training program under the Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS), governed by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT). This course equips trainees with skills in surface preparation, paint mixing, application techniques (brush, spray, roller), and safety protocols for painting industrial structures, equipment, and pipelines. The syllabus integrates theoretical knowledge, practical painting skills, and employability training to prepare students for roles such as industrial painters, coating technicians, or surface treatment specialists in industries like manufacturing, construction, automotive, aerospace, and shipbuilding, or as self-employed professionals in painting services.

Course Overview

  • Duration: 1 year (2 semesters, each 6 months)
  • NSQF Level: Level 4
  • Eligibility: Minimum 10th grade pass with Science and Mathematics (or equivalent)
  • Objective: To train individuals in industrial painting techniques, ensuring high-quality finishes, corrosion protection, and compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Detailed Syllabus Breakdown 

1. Trade Theory (Theoretical Knowledge)

Covers foundational concepts in industrial painting, materials, and safety.

  • Semester 1
    • Introduction to Industrial Painting
      • Overview of industrial painting: scope, applications, career opportunities.
      • Role of an industrial painter: surface preparation, coating application, maintenance.
      • Types of industrial surfaces: metal, wood, concrete, pipelines.
    • Painting Materials and Tools
      • Paints and coatings: primers, enamels, epoxies, polyurethane, anti-corrosive paints.
      • Paint composition: pigments, binders, solvents, thinners.
      • Tools: brushes, rollers, spray guns, sandblasters, scrappers.
    • Surface Preparation
      • Surface cleaning: degreasing, washing, removing rust, old paint.
      • Methods: sanding, wire brushing, abrasive blasting, chemical stripping.
      • Surface analysis: identifying corrosion, defects, material types (ferrous, non-ferrous).
    • Safety and Compliance
      • Occupational hazards: chemical exposure, inhalation risks, falls from heights.
      • Personal protective equipment (PPE): respirators, gloves, goggles, coveralls.
      • Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS): understanding chemical properties, handling.
      • Fire safety: handling flammable paints, using firefighting equipment.
    • Basic Allied Trades
      • Carpentry: understanding wooden surfaces, basic repairs.
      • Sheet metal work: handling metal substrates, welding basics.
      • Plumbing: painting pipelines, corrosion prevention.
    • Paint Testing and Quality Control
      • Testing paints: viscosity, adhesion, drying time, thickness.
      • Testing varnishes: clarity, durability, chemical resistance.
      • Quality standards: ensuring uniform finish, defect-free coating.
  • Semester 2
    • Advanced Painting Techniques
      • Spray painting: airless, electrostatic, HVLP spray systems.
      • Decorative painting: stenciling, lettering, graphic sticker application.
      • Protective coatings: anti-slip, heat-resistant, waterproof coatings.
    • Corrosion and Protection
      • Corrosion mechanisms: rust, oxidation, galvanic corrosion.
      • Anti-corrosive coatings: zinc-rich primers, cathodic protection basics.
      • Coating systems: multi-layer applications for harsh environments.
    • Pipeline Painting
      • Pipeline types: oil, gas, water, chemical pipelines.
      • Painting procedures: surface prep, coating selection, application methods.
      • Safety aspects: handling high-pressure pipelines, confined spaces.
    • Environmental and Regulatory Compliance
      • Pollution control: minimizing VOC emissions, waste disposal.
      • Environmental laws: handling hazardous paint residues, recycling.
      • Industry standards: ISO, BIS, ASTM standards for coatings.
    • Maintenance and Repair
      • Paint maintenance: inspecting coatings, touch-up painting.
      • Repair techniques: patching, recoating damaged surfaces.
      • Equipment maintenance: cleaning spray guns, maintaining compressors.
    • Professional Skills
      • Cost estimation: calculating paint quantities, labor costs.
      • Entrepreneurship: starting a painting service or consultancy.
      • Customer interaction: understanding client requirements, delivering quality finishes.

2. Trade Practical (Hands-On Skills)

Focuses on practical painting and surface preparation techniques.

  • Semester 1
    • Surface Preparation Practice
      • Cleaning surfaces: degreasing, washing metal, wood, concrete.
      • Removing old paint: sanding, wire brushing, chemical stripping.
      • Abrasive blasting: practicing sandblasting on mock surfaces.
    • Paint Mixing and Application
      • Mixing paints: combining pigments, thinners, hardeners accurately.
      • Applying primers: brushing, rolling on metal, wood surfaces.
      • Testing paint consistency: checking viscosity, color matching.
    • Use of Tools
      • Using brushes and rollers: practicing strokes for even coating.
      • Operating spray guns: adjusting pressure, nozzle settings.
      • Handling scrappers: removing rust, smoothing surfaces.
    • Safety Drills
      • Wearing PPE: practicing correct use of respirators, gloves, goggles.
      • Handling spills: cleaning paint spills, disposing chemical waste.
      • Firefighting practice: using extinguishers in mock scenarios.
    • Allied Trade Practice
      • Carpentry: preparing wooden surfaces, filling cracks.
      • Sheet metal: practicing basic welding, surface smoothing.
      • Plumbing: painting mock pipelines, sealing joints.
    • Project Work
      • Painting a mock industrial surface: applying primer, topcoat on metal panel.
      • Documenting surface prep, paint usage, and safety measures.
  • Semester 2
    • Advanced Painting Practice
      • Spray painting: using airless sprayers on large surfaces.
      • Stenciling: creating patterns, letters on mock surfaces.
      • Applying protective coatings: practicing anti-corrosive, heat-resistant paints.
    • Pipeline Painting
      • Preparing pipelines: cleaning, sanding mock pipe sections.
      • Coating pipelines: applying multi-layer coatings for corrosion protection.
      • Testing coatings: checking adhesion, thickness on pipelines.
    • Decorative and Graphic Work
      • Sticker application: pasting graphics, vinyl on metal, wood.
      • Lettering: painting signs, labels on industrial equipment.
      • Decorative finishes: creating textured, glossy finishes.
    • Maintenance and Repair
      • Inspecting coatings: identifying cracks, peeling in mock setups.
      • Touch-up painting: recoating damaged areas on metal surfaces.
      • Cleaning equipment: maintaining spray guns, brushes, rollers.
    • Quality Control
      • Testing paint films: measuring thickness, adhesion with tools.
      • Checking finishes: ensuring no bubbles, streaks, or defects.
      • Documenting quality: preparing inspection reports for mock projects.
    • Project Work
      • Painting a complete mock industrial setup: pipeline, metal structure, or equipment.
      • Presenting a portfolio with surface prep, coating application, and quality checks.

3. Workshop Calculation and Science

Provides mathematical and scientific support for painting tasks.

  • Semester 1
    • Arithmetic: calculating paint volumes, surface areas, mixing ratios.
    • Measurements: estimating coverage rates, paint thickness.
    • Science: basics of chemical reactions, paint drying, adhesion principles.
  • Semester 2
    • Calculations: determining coating costs, drying times, material wastage.
    • Geometry: measuring irregular surfaces, pipelines for paint estimation.
    • Science: corrosion chemistry, VOC emissions, paint durability factors.

4. Engineering Drawing

Focuses on technical drawing for painting projects.

  • Semester 1: Sketching surface layouts, pipeline diagrams, equipment designs.
  • Semester 2: Preparing detailed drawings for coating plans, stencil patterns.

5. Employability Skills

Enhances job readiness and soft skills.

  • Semester 1
    • Communication skills: reporting painting issues, coordinating with supervisors.
    • Time management: prioritizing surface prep, painting schedules.
    • Basic IT skills: using software for cost estimation, inventory tracking.
  • Semester 2
    • Entrepreneurship: planning a painting service business.
    • Teamwork: collaborating with welders, carpenters, inspectors.
    • Problem-solving: addressing coating defects, equipment failures.

Assessment and Certification

  • Examinations: Conducted semester-wise with theoretical and practical components.
  • Certification: Successful candidates receive the National Trade Certificate (NTC) from NCVT, recognized nationally and internationally.
  • Evaluation: Based on painting skills, safety practices, quality control, and project work.

Career Opportunities

  • Employment: Industrial painter, coating technician, surface treatment specialist in manufacturing, construction, automotive, aerospace, or shipbuilding industries.
  • Self-Employment: Starting an industrial painting service or consultancy.
  • Further Studies: Diploma in Paint Technology, Surface Coating, or Industrial Engineering.

Note

  • This syllabus aligns with the latest NCVT guidelines and may vary slightly based on institutional or state-specific requirements.
  • For the most current version, refer to the Directorate General of Training (DGT) or consult your local ITI.

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