iti 4 April 2025

The syllabus for the ITI Trade "Electrician" in English. This two-year course, offered under the Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS) by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT), trains students in electrical installation, maintenance, and repair, preparing them for roles such as Electrician, Wireman, or Electrical Technician. The syllabus includes Trade Theory, Trade Practical, Workshop Calculation and Science, Engineering Drawing, and Employability Skills. Here’s the detailed breakdown:

1. Trade Theory

This section provides theoretical knowledge about electrical systems, tools, and safety practices.

Year 1

  • Introduction to Electrician Trade
    • Scope and importance of the electrician trade.
    • Role of an electrician in various industries.
  • Basic Electricity
    • Fundamentals: current, voltage, resistance, and power.
    • Ohm’s Law and its applications.
    • Series and parallel circuits.
  • Electrical Tools and Equipment
    • Hand tools: pliers, screwdrivers, testers—uses and maintenance.
    • Power tools: drills, grinders—operation and safety.
  • Wiring Systems
    • Types: domestic, commercial, and industrial wiring.
    • Conductors, insulators, and cables: properties and selection.
    • Wiring accessories: switches, sockets, junction boxes.
  • Safety Practices
    • Electrical safety: hazards, earthing, and shock prevention.
    • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE): gloves, helmets, shoes.
    • First aid for electrical accidents.
  • Electrical Components
    • Resistors, capacitors, inductors: functions and ratings.
    • Fuses, circuit breakers, and relays: working principles.
  • Measuring Instruments
    • Use of multimeters, ammeters, voltmeters, and ohmmeters.
    • Measurement of electrical parameters.

Year 2

  • Advanced Electrical Systems
    • AC and DC fundamentals: single-phase and three-phase systems.
    • Transformers: types, construction, and applications.
    • Motors: DC, induction, synchronous—working and uses.
  • Power Distribution
    • Domestic and industrial power supply systems.
    • Earthing systems: plate and pipe earthing.
    • Load calculation and energy conservation.
  • Electrical Machines
    • Generators: construction and operation.
    • Starters and control circuits for motors.
  • Renewable Energy
    • Basics of solar and wind energy systems.
    • Installation of solar panels and inverters.
  • Maintenance and Troubleshooting
    • Preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical equipment.
    • Fault diagnosis in wiring and machines.
  • Regulations and Standards
    • Indian Electricity Rules and safety codes.
    • Energy efficiency standards and labeling.

2. Trade Practical

This hands-on component develops practical skills in electrical work.

Year 1

  • Basic Skills
    • Use and maintain hand tools: cut wires, strip insulation, make joints.
    • Measure electrical parameters with multimeters and testers.
  • Wiring Practice
    • Install simple wiring circuits: single switch, two-way switch, socket outlets.
    • Perform conduit, casing-capping, and concealed wiring.
    • Connect fluorescent lamps, ceiling fans, and bells.
  • Safety Drills
    • Practice earthing installation: plate and pipe methods.
    • Demonstrate first aid for electric shock.
  • Component Testing
    • Test resistors, capacitors, and fuses for continuity.
    • Assemble simple circuits on breadboards.

Year 2

  • Advanced Wiring
    • Install three-phase wiring for industrial applications.
    • Connect motor control circuits with starters (DOL, star-delta).
  • Machine Operation
    • Assemble and dismantle motors and transformers.
    • Operate and test generators and inverters.
  • Renewable Energy Practice
    • Install and connect solar panels and batteries.
    • Measure output of solar systems.
  • Maintenance and Repair
    • Repair domestic appliances: fans, irons, heaters.
    • Troubleshoot faults in wiring and machines using testers.
  • Project Work
    • Design and install a complete domestic wiring system.
    • Execute an industrial control circuit with safety features.

3. Workshop Calculation and Science

This covers mathematical and scientific principles relevant to electrical work.

  • Calculations
    • Power, energy, and load calculations (e.g., kW, kWh).
    • Resistance, capacitance, and inductance computations.
  • Science
    • Magnetism and electromagnetic induction.
    • Properties of conductors and insulators.

4. Engineering Drawing

This focuses on technical drawing skills for electrical systems.

  • Drawing Basics
    • Sketch electrical symbols and circuit diagrams.
    • Draw single-line and wiring diagrams.
  • Advanced Drawings
    • Prepare layouts for domestic and industrial installations.
    • Draw motor and transformer winding diagrams.

5. Employability Skills

This enhances professional skills for job readiness.

  • Communication
    • Interact with supervisors, clients, and team members.
  • Workplace Skills
    • Time management, teamwork, and problem-solving.

Course Overview

  • Duration: 2 years (4 semesters of 6 months each)
  • Eligibility: Passed 10th class examination under the 10+2 system with Science and Mathematics or equivalent.
  • Objective: To train individuals in electrical installation, repair, and maintenance, preparing them for careers in construction, manufacturing, power sectors, or self-employment.

This syllabus aligns with the NCVT framework for the "Electrician" trade and may vary slightly by state or ITI. For the latest official version, refer to the Directorate General of Training (DGT) website or local ITI resources.

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