iti 14 April 2025
Marine Fitter

ITI Marine Fitter Trade Syllabus

The ITI Marine Fitter trade is a two-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 fitting, assembling, maintaining, and repairing marine machinery, structural frameworks, and piping systems used in ships, offshore platforms, and marine installations. The syllabus integrates theoretical knowledge, practical fitting skills, and employability skills to prepare students for roles such as marine fitters, shipyard technicians, or maintenance supervisors in maritime industries, or as self-employed service providers for marine equipment maintenance.

Course Overview

  • Duration: 2 years (4 semesters, each 6 months)
  • NSQF Level: Level 5
  • Eligibility: Minimum 10th grade pass with Science and Mathematics (or equivalent)
  • Objective: To train individuals in the assembly, maintenance, and repair of marine machinery and structures to ensure safety, efficiency, and reliability in maritime operations.

Detailed Syllabus Breakdown 

1. Trade Theory (Theoretical Knowledge)

Covers principles of marine fitting, mechanics, and maritime systems.

  • Semester 1
    • Introduction to Marine Fitter Trade
      • Overview: role of marine fitters in shipbuilding, repair, and maintenance.
      • Maritime industry: types of vessels, offshore platforms, career scope.
      • Safety: workshop hazards, PPE, fire safety, confined space protocols.
    • Fundamentals of Mechanics
      • Units and measurements: SI units, conversion, precision.
      • Mechanics: force, torque, pressure, friction, levers, pulleys.
      • Materials: properties of steel, aluminum, alloys used in marine applications.
    • Hand Tools and Measuring Instruments
      • Tools: wrenches, hammers, chisels, files, torque wrenches.
      • Measuring instruments: vernier calipers, micrometers, dial gauges.
      • Precision fitting: tolerances, fits (clearance, interference, transition).
    • Marine Structures
      • Ship anatomy: hull, deck, bulkheads, keel, superstructure.
      • Structural components: frames, plates, beams, stiffeners.
      • Blueprints: reading marine engineering drawings, symbols.
    • Welding and Joining
      • Welding types: arc, MIG, TIG, gas welding for marine use.
      • Joints: butt, lap, fillet, preparation for marine structures.
      • Non-destructive testing: visual, dye penetrant, ultrasonic basics.
    • Piping Systems
      • Piping: types (fuel, water, hydraulic), materials (copper, steel).
      • Fittings: flanges, elbows, valves, gaskets in marine systems.
      • Standards: marine piping codes, pressure ratings.
  • Semester 2
    • Marine Machinery
      • Engines: diesel engines, turbines, auxiliary systems in ships.
      • Pumps: centrifugal, gear, reciprocating pumps, applications.
      • Shafting: propeller shafts, bearings, alignment techniques.
    • Hydraulics and Pneumatics
      • Hydraulic systems: pumps, actuators, valves in marine equipment.
      • Pneumatic systems: compressors, air lines, control valves.
      • Maintenance: fluid checks, leak detection, seal replacement.
    • Fabrication Techniques
      • Cutting: oxy-acetylene, plasma cutting for marine plates.
      • Bending: pipe bending, plate forming for hull repairs.
      • Assembly: aligning frames, bolting, riveting in ship construction.
    • Corrosion and Protection
      • Corrosion: types (galvanic, pitting), causes in marine environments.
      • Protection: coatings, cathodic protection, sacrificial anodes.
      • Maintenance: surface preparation, painting, inspection.
    • Marine Electrical Basics
      • Circuits: AC/DC systems, wiring in marine environments.
      • Components: switches, relays, circuit breakers on ships.
      • Safety: insulation, grounding, handling wet conditions.
    • Quality Control
      • Inspection: checking alignments, welds, fittings for defects.
      • Standards: ISO, IMO, classification society guidelines (e.g., DNV, ABS).
      • Documentation: inspection reports, compliance certificates.
  • Semester 3
    • Advanced Marine Fitting
      • Propulsion systems: fitting propellers, rudders, thrusters.
      • Deck machinery: winches, cranes, anchor systems, maintenance.
      • Retrofitting: upgrading old vessels, installing new equipment.
    • Repair Techniques
      • Damage assessment: hull breaches, machinery failures, wear.
      • Repairs: patching plates, replacing bearings, reconditioning valves.
      • Overhauling: dismantling, inspecting, reassembling engines, pumps.
    • Marine Piping Systems
      • Advanced piping: high-pressure systems, cryogenic lines.
      • Installation: routing pipes, securing supports, stress analysis.
      • Testing: hydrostatic, pneumatic tests for leaks, pressure.
    • Marine HVAC Systems
      • Ventilation: ducting, fans for crew quarters, engine rooms.
      • Refrigeration: cold storage, air conditioning on ships.
      • Maintenance: filter cleaning, refrigerant checks, system balancing.
    • Safety and Regulations
      • SOLAS: safety of life at sea, equipment standards.
      • MARPOL: pollution prevention, waste handling on ships.
      • Emergency procedures: abandon ship, firefighting, lifeboat drills.
    • Project Management
      • Planning: scheduling maintenance, dry-docking tasks.
      • Costing: estimating materials, labor for fitting jobs.
      • Coordination: working with welders, electricians, engineers.
  • Semester 4
    • Automation in Marine Systems
      • Sensors: pressure, temperature, level sensors in marine automation.
      • Control systems: PLCs, automated valves, monitoring systems.
      • Integration: fitting automation components in engine rooms.
    • Troubleshooting
      • Diagnostics: identifying faults in machinery, piping, structures.
      • Root cause analysis: vibration, misalignment, corrosion issues.
      • Solutions: temporary fixes, permanent repairs, spares management.
    • Shipyard Operations
      • Dry-docking: hull inspections, propeller repairs, antifouling.
      • Shipbuilding: assembling modules, fitting out compartments.
      • Logistics: handling heavy components, cranes, rigging.
    • Environmental Compliance
      • Emission control: fitting scrubbers, exhaust treatment systems.
      • Ballast systems: installing, maintaining ballast water treatment.
      • Green technologies: retrofitting for fuel efficiency, hybrid systems.
    • Professional Skills
      • Entrepreneurship: starting a marine repair or fitting service.
      • Industry trends: smart ships, LNG vessels, offshore wind platforms.
      • Client interaction: preparing bids, technical reports for shipowners.
    • Maritime Standards
      • Classification societies: Lloyd’s, BV, roles in inspections.
      • Certification: ensuring fittings meet class approval, audits.
      • Documentation: logbooks, maintenance records, compliance forms.

2. Trade Practical (Hands-On Skills)

Focuses on practical fitting tasks in workshops and simulated marine setups.

  • Semester 1
    • Workshop Practices
      • Using tools: filing, drilling, tapping, grinding in mock setups.
      • Measuring: practicing with calipers, micrometers, gauges.
      • Fabricating: cutting plates, bending pipes for fittings.
    • Safety Drills
      • Wearing PPE: helmets, gloves, boots, welding shields.
      • Fire safety: handling extinguishers, practicing evacuations.
      • Confined spaces: simulating entry, ventilation procedures.
    • Basic Fitting
      • Assembling: bolting frames, aligning beams in mock hulls.
      • Joining: preparing joints, tack welding, riveting.
      • Piping: fitting elbows, flanges in mock fuel lines.
    • Blueprint Reading
      • Interpreting: marine drawings, sectional views, piping layouts.
      • Marking: transferring measurements to plates, pipes.
      • Verifying: checking dimensions against plans.
    • Welding Practice
      • Welding: practicing arc, MIG on steel plates.
      • Testing: inspecting welds for cracks, porosity.
      • Finishing: grinding, cleaning welded joints.
    • Project Work
      • Building a frame: assembling a small hull section.
      • Documenting: preparing work reports, material lists.
  • Semester 2
    • Machinery Fitting
      • Installing: mounting pumps, aligning shafts in mock engines.
      • Adjusting: setting clearances, balancing components.
      • Testing: running pumps, checking for leaks, vibrations.
    • Hydraulic Systems
      • Assembling: connecting cylinders, hoses in mock setups.
      • Testing: pressurizing systems, checking for leaks.
      • Servicing: replacing seals, refilling fluids.
    • Piping Installation
      • Fitting: installing valves, reducers in mock bilge systems.
      • Aligning: ensuring pipes fit without stress, using supports.
      • Testing: conducting pressure tests, inspecting joints.
    • Corrosion Control
      • Applying: painting, coating steel plates in labs.
      • Installing: fitting anodes, checking cathodic protection.
      • Inspecting: identifying rust, scaling in mock hulls.
    • Electrical Basics
      • Wiring: connecting switches, lights in mock panels.
      • Testing: checking circuits with multimeters.
      • Safety: insulating wires, grounding components.
    • Project Work
      • Assembling a system: fitting a pump with piping, controls.
      • Presenting: documenting setup, performance data.
  • Semester 3
    • Propulsion Systems
      • Fitting: installing propellers, aligning shafts in mock setups.
      • Adjusting: balancing rudders, checking bearings.
      • Testing: simulating shaft rotation, vibration checks.
    • Deck Machinery
      • Installing: fitting winches, cranes on mock decks.
      • Servicing: lubricating gears, inspecting cables.
      • Troubleshooting: diagnosing jams, motor failures.
    • Repair Practice
      • Patching: welding plates to repair mock hull damage.
      • Replacing: swapping bearings, seals in pumps.
      • Overhauling: dismantling, reassembling a mock engine.
    • HVAC Systems
      • Installing: fitting ducts, fans in mock cabins.
      • Servicing: cleaning filters, checking refrigerants.
      • Testing: balancing airflow, temperature controls.
    • Quality Checks
      • Inspecting: measuring alignments, checking welds.
      • Testing: conducting NDT (dye penetrant) in labs.
      • Reporting: preparing compliance forms, defect logs.
    • Project Work
      • Repairing a system: overhauling a mock pump or winch.
      • Documenting: creating repair logs, test reports.
  • Semester 4
    • Automation Fitting
      • Installing: fitting sensors, valves in mock control systems.
      • Wiring: connecting PLCs, actuators in labs.
      • Testing: simulating automated operations, diagnostics.
    • Troubleshooting
      • Diagnosing: tracing faults in mock machinery, pipes.
      • Repairing: replacing parts, recalibrating systems.
      • Verifying: testing post-repair performance.
    • Shipyard Practice
      • Dry-docking: inspecting mock hulls, applying coatings.
      • Fitting out: installing fittings in mock compartments.
      • Rigging: lifting components with cranes, slings.
    • Environmental Systems
      • Installing: fitting scrubbers, ballast treatment units.
      • Testing: checking emission controls, water purity.
      • Maintaining: servicing filters, chemical dosing units.
    • Compliance Practice
      • Auditing: checking fittings against class standards.
      • Certifying: preparing mock documents for inspections.
      • Logging: maintaining records for SOLAS, MARPOL compliance.
    • Project Work
      • Developing a marine system: fitting a mock propulsion or piping setup.
      • Presenting a portfolio: including blueprints, logs, project report.

3. Workshop Calculation and Science

Supports marine fitting with mathematical and scientific concepts.

  • Semester 1: Arithmetic (tolerances, torque calculations), physics (force, pressure, buoyancy).
  • Semester 2: Geometry (angles in piping, hull curves), material science (strength, corrosion).
  • Semester 3: Trigonometry (alignments, shaft angles), fluid mechanics (flow, hydraulics).
  • Semester 4: Statistics (reliability, failure rates), thermodynamics (heat transfer, refrigeration).

4. Engineering Drawing

Focuses on technical drafting for marine systems.

  • Semester 1: Sketching tools, components, orthographic views.
  • Semester 2: Drawing piping layouts, hull sections, assembly plans.
  • Semester 3: Designing machinery fittings, deck equipment layouts.
  • Semester 4: Creating detailed ship system diagrams, repair blueprints.

5. Employability Skills

Enhances job readiness and soft skills.

  • Semester 1: Communication (reporting tasks), time management, basic IT (Excel, CAD viewers).
  • Semester 2: Teamwork (collaborating with welders, engineers), problem-solving (fitting issues).
  • Semester 3: Leadership (supervising tasks), negotiation (vendor quotes), advanced IT (maintenance software).
  • Semester 4: Entrepreneurship (marine repair business), client management, industry awareness (green shipping).

Assessment and Certification

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

Career Opportunities

  • Employment: Marine fitter, shipyard technician, maintenance supervisor in shipbuilding, ports, offshore industries.
  • Self-Employment: Starting a marine repair or fitting service.
  • Further Studies: Diploma in Marine Engineering, B.Tech in Naval Architecture, or certifications like STCW.

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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