iti 14 April 2025
Mechanic (Tractor)

ITI Mechanic (Tractor) Trade Syllabus

The ITI Mechanic (Tractor) 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 diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining tractors and associated farm equipment to ensure their efficient operation in agricultural tasks. The syllabus integrates theoretical knowledge, practical mechanical skills, and employability skills to prepare students for roles such as tractor mechanics, service technicians, or workshop supervisors in agricultural machinery workshops, dealerships, or manufacturing units, or as self-employed repair service providers.

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 tractor maintenance, repair, and servicing to support agricultural productivity and machinery reliability.

Detailed Syllabus Breakdown 

1. Trade Theory (Theoretical Knowledge)

Covers principles of tractor mechanics, engine systems, and agricultural machinery.

  • Semester 1
    • Introduction to Tractor Mechanics
      • Overview: role of tractors in agriculture, types (2WD, 4WD, compact).
      • Industry scope: career opportunities, safety regulations, workshop practices.
      • Safety: PPE (gloves, boots, goggles), handling fuels, lifting heavy parts.
    • Fundamentals of Engines
      • Engine types: diesel, petrol, single-cylinder, multi-cylinder.
      • Principles: four-stroke, two-stroke cycles, combustion process.
      • Components: piston, crankshaft, camshaft, valves, cylinder head.
    • Fuel Systems
      • Fuel types: diesel, biodiesel, fuel properties, storage.
      • Components: fuel pump, injectors, filters, carburetors (if applicable).
      • Operation: fuel injection timing, atomization, governor systems.
    • Cooling and Lubrication Systems
      • Cooling: air-cooled, water-cooled systems, radiators, thermostats.
      • Lubrication: oils, grades, pumps, filters, splash and pressure systems.
      • Maintenance: checking coolant levels, oil changes, preventing overheating.
    • Tools and Measuring Instruments
      • Hand tools: spanners, sockets, torque wrenches, pliers.
      • Measuring tools: vernier calipers, micrometers, feeler gauges.
      • Diagnostic tools: compression testers, multimeters, tachometers.
    • Electrical Systems
      • Basics: battery, alternator, starter motor, ignition systems.
      • Circuits: wiring diagrams, fuses, relays, lighting systems.
      • Safety: handling batteries, preventing short circuits.
  • Semester 2
    • Transmission Systems
      • Types: manual, hydrostatic, power-shift transmissions.
      • Components: clutch, gearbox, differential, final drive.
      • Operation: gear ratios, torque conversion, PTO (power take-off).
    • Hydraulic Systems
      • Principles: Pascal’s law, hydraulic fluid properties, pressure control.
      • Components: pumps, valves, cylinders, three-point linkage.
      • Applications: lifting implements, steering, braking systems.
    • Steering and Suspension
      • Steering: manual, power steering, Ackerman principle.
      • Suspension: leaf springs, shock absorbers, front axle types.
      • Maintenance: adjusting toe-in, checking kingpins, bushings.
    • Braking Systems
      • Types: mechanical, hydraulic, air brakes in tractors.
      • Components: brake drums, shoes, master cylinder, lines.
      • Maintenance: adjusting brakes, bleeding hydraulic lines.
    • Tractor Attachments
      • Implements: plows, harrows, cultivators, seeders, trailers.
      • Mounting: attaching, aligning, adjusting for field operations.
      • Maintenance: lubricating, sharpening, storing implements.
    • Professional Skills
      • Troubleshooting: diagnosing engine, hydraulic, electrical faults.
      • Entrepreneurship: starting a tractor repair workshop, spare parts business.
      • Industry trends: precision agriculture, GPS-equipped tractors, emission norms.

2. Trade Practical (Hands-On Skills)

Focuses on practical tasks in workshops and simulated tractor repair setups.

  • Semester 1
    • Safety Practices
      • Using PPE: wearing gloves, goggles, boots in workshops.
      • Safe handling: lifting engines, managing fuel spills.
      • Emergency drills: fire safety, first aid for cuts, burns.
    • Tool Handling
      • Using tools: tightening bolts, dismantling parts in labs.
      • Measuring: checking clearances with feeler gauges, micrometers.
      • Cleaning: degreasing components, maintaining toolkits.
    • Engine Maintenance
      • Dismantling: removing cylinder head, piston in mock engines.
      • Inspecting: checking wear on valves, rings, bearings.
      • Assembling: refitting components, torquing bolts to specs.
    • Fuel System Work
      • Servicing: cleaning fuel filters, injectors in labs.
      • Adjusting: setting injection timing, governor controls.
      • Testing: checking fuel pump pressure, spray patterns.
    • Cooling and Lubrication
      • Servicing: flushing radiators, replacing coolant in mock setups.
      • Checking: inspecting oil pumps, changing oil filters.
      • Testing: monitoring engine temperature, oil pressure.
    • Electrical Work
      • Wiring: connecting batteries, lights in mock circuits.
      • Testing: checking alternator output, starter motor function.
      • Repairing: replacing fuses, soldering wires in labs.
    • Project Work
      • Overhauling an engine: dismantling, servicing, reassembling.
      • Report: documenting parts replaced, performance post-repair.
  • Semester 2
    • Transmission Maintenance
      • Dismantling: removing clutch, gearbox in mock setups.
      • Servicing: replacing clutch plates, adjusting gears.
      • Testing: checking PTO operation, differential lock.
    • Hydraulic System Work
      • Assembling: fitting pumps, valves in mock hydraulic circuits.
      • Servicing: changing hydraulic fluid, checking seals.
      • Testing: operating three-point linkage, steering response.
    • Steering and Suspension
      • Adjusting: setting toe-in, aligning front axle in labs.
      • Servicing: replacing bushings, greasing steering joints.
      • Testing: checking steering play, suspension stability.
    • Braking System Maintenance
      • Servicing: adjusting brake shoes, bleeding hydraulic brakes.
      • Inspecting: checking drums, lines for wear in labs.
      • Testing: verifying braking efficiency, pedal response.
    • Tractor Attachments
      • Mounting: attaching plows, cultivators to mock tractors.
      • Servicing: sharpening blades, lubricating implement joints.
      • Testing: simulating field operations, checking alignment.
    • Troubleshooting and Repair
      • Diagnosing: identifying faults in mock tractors (engine, hydraulics).
      • Repairing: replacing pumps, belts, electrical components.
      • Testing: verifying repairs, ensuring tractor performance.
    • Project Work
      • Servicing a tractor: full maintenance, implement setup.
      • Portfolio: presenting repair logs, photos, test results.

3. Workshop Calculation and Science

Supports tractor repair with mathematical and scientific concepts.

  • Semester 1
    • Arithmetic: calculating torque, fuel consumption, gear ratios.
    • Physics: force, pressure, friction in engines, hydraulics.
    • Materials: properties of steel, oils, wear resistance.
  • Semester 2
    • Geometry: angles in steering, alignment calculations.
    • Mechanics: power, efficiency, hydraulic pressure calculations.
    • Science: combustion, heat transfer in engines, cooling.

4. Engineering Drawing

Focuses on technical drafting for tractor systems.

  • Semester 1: Sketching tools, engine components, exploded views.
  • Semester 2: Drawing hydraulic circuits, transmission layouts, wiring diagrams.

5. Employability Skills

Enhances job readiness and soft skills.

  • Semester 1
    • Communication: reporting repairs, interacting with farmers.
    • Time management: prioritizing service tasks, meeting deadlines.
    • Basic IT: using apps for inventory, service records.
  • Semester 2
    • Entrepreneurship: planning a repair workshop, sourcing spares.
    • Teamwork: coordinating with mechanics, dealers.
    • Problem-solving: addressing breakdowns, spare shortages.

Assessment and Certification

  • Examinations: Semester-wise (theory + practical).
  • Certification: National Trade Certificate (NTC) from NCVT, recognized nationally.
  • Evaluation: Based on repair accuracy, maintenance proficiency, diagnostic skills, and project work.

Career Opportunities

  • Employment: Tractor mechanic, service technician, workshop supervisor in agricultural machinery workshops, dealerships, or manufacturers.
  • Self-Employment: Starting a tractor repair or spare parts business.
  • Further Studies: Diploma in Automobile Engineering, certifications in advanced tractor technologies, or farm equipment maintenance.

Note

  • This syllabus aligns with NCVT guidelines and may vary slightly by institution or state.
  • For the latest version, refer to the Directorate General of Training (DGT) or local ITI.

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