Directorate General of Training (DGT) under Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship offers range of vocational training courses catering to the need of different sectors of Labour market. The vocational training programmes are running under aegis of Directorate General of Training (DGT). Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS)with variants and Apprenticeship Training Scheme (ATS) are two pioneer programmes under DGT for propagating vocational training.

Mechanic Auto Body Repair trade under CTS is one of the popular courses delivered nationwide through a network of ITIs. The course is of one-year duration. It mainly consists of Domain area and Core area. The Domain area (Trade Theory & Practical) imparts professional skills and knowledge, while Core area (Workshop calculation science, Engineering Drawing and Employability Skills) imparts requisite core skill, knowledge and life skills. After passing out of the training programme, the trainee is awarded National Trade Certificate (NTC) by DGT which is recognized worldwide.

Candidates need broadly to demonstrate that they are able to:

• Read & interpret technical parameters/documentation, plan work, identify necessary materials and tools;
• Perform task with due consideration to safety rules, accident prevention regulations and environmental protection stipulations;
• Apply professional knowledge, core skills & employability skills while performing the job. 
• Check the job/assembly as per drawing for functioning, identify and rectify errors in job/assembly.
• Document the technical parameters related to the task undertaken.

JOB ROLE

Dent Remover/Auto Body Repair Technician/Denter; Dent Remover; Panel Beater removes dents from sheet metal parts such as mudguards, body panels, tanks, containers, trunks by beating with mallets, smoothens surface for painting and other operations. Gets parts dismantled, examines dents caused by stress or accidents and starts beating from highest point on inner side with mallet to bring it back to original shape. Supports outer surface with soft metal-piece, wood or broader mallet to avoid distortion in reverse direction. Manipulates support and uniformly beats inner portion till damaged portion is reformed to original shape. May engage an assistant to hold support and guide him in manipulating it. May also scrape or lightly file outer surface to remove further defects, if any, for obtaining finer finish.

Welder, Gas; fuses metal parts together using welding rod and oxygen acetylene flame. Examines parts to be welded, cleans portion to be joined, holds them together by some suitable device and if necessary makes narrow groove to direct flow of molten metal to strengthen joint. Selects correct type and size of welding rod, nozzle etc. and tests welding, torch. Wears dark glasses and other protective devices while welding. Releases and regulates valves of oxygen and acetylene cylinders to control their flow into torch. Ignites torch and regulates flame gradually. Guides flame along joint and heats it to melting point, simultaneously melting welding rod and spreading molten metal along joint shape, size etc. and rectifies defects if any. May join part at various spots to prevent distortion of shape, form dimension etc. May preheat materials like cast iron prior to welding. May also weld by other gases such as argon coal etc.

Gas Cutter; Flame Cutter cuts metal to required shape and size by gas flame either manually or by machine. Examines material to be cut and marks it according to instruction of specification. Mounts template and sets machine to cut to specifications. Makes necessary connections and fits required size of nozzle or burner in welding torch. Releases and regulates flow of gas in nozzle or burner, ignites and adjusts flame. Guides flame by hand or machine along cutting line at required speed and cuts metal to required size. May use oxyacetylene or any other appropriate gas flame.

Plan and organize assigned work and detect & resolve issues during execution in his own work area within defined limit. Demonstrate possible solutions and agree tasks within the team. Communicate with required clarity and understand technical English. Sensitive to environment, self-learning and productivity.

LEARNING OUTCOME

Learning outcomes are a reflection of total competencies of a trainee and assessment will be carried out as per the assessment criteria.

• 1. Check & perform Measuring & marking by using various Measuring & Marking tools following safety precaution (Vernier Calliper, Micrometer, Telescope gauges, Dial bore gauges, Dial indicators, straightedge, feeler gauge, thread pitch gauge, vacuum gauge, tire pressure gauge.)
• 2. Plan & perform basic fastening & fitting operation by using correct hand tools, Machine tools &equipments.
• 3. Trace and Test all Electrical & Electronic components & circuits and assemble circuit to ensure functionality of system.
• 4. Check and Interpret Vehicle Specification data and VIN, Select & operate various Service Station Equipments.
• 5. Assess damage to Vehicle and identify repair and replacement needs
• 6. Identify various vehicle parts and Service, Repair and Maintenance of Air compressor and Air Lines.
• 7. Demonstrate the proper operation and methods of welding and cutting equipment including plasma arc cutting processes
• 8. Analyze minor body damage and perform repair following sequential procedures involved in metal damage repair.
• 9. Evaluate and repair damage plastic part.
• 10. Demonstrate glasses, body parts and door fitting and repairing process
• 11. Demonstrate knowledge of the procedures for diagnosing structural collision damage and measuring systems to identify location and extent of damage.
• 12. Demonstrate how to use frame straightening equipment and re-alignment procedures along with various anchoring methods and ensuring the structural integrity of the vehicle and occupant safety.