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 economy/ Labour market. The vocational training programmes are delivered under aegis of National Council of Vocational Training (NCVT). Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS) and Apprenticeship Training Scheme (ATS) are two pioneer programmes of NCVT for propagating vocational training.

Mechanic Motor Cycle trade under ATS is one of the most popular courses delivered nationwide through different industries. The course is of one year (01 Block) duration. It mainly consists of Domain area and Core area. In the Domain area Trade Theory & Practical impart professional - skills and knowledge, while Core area - Workshop Calculation and science, Engineering Drawing and Employability Skills imparts requisite core skills & knowledge and life skills. After passing out the training programme, the trainee is being awarded National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) by NCVT having worldwide recognition.

Broadly candidates need to demonstrate that they are able to:

• Read & interpret technical parameters/document, plan and organize work processes, identify necessary materials and tools;
• Perform task with due consideration to safety rules, accident prevention regulations and environmental protection stipulations;
• Apply professional skill, knowledge, core skills & employability skills while performing jobs and solve problem during execution.
• 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

Mechanic, Motor Cycle repairs, services and overhauls motor cycles, auto rickshaws scooters; etc., to make and keep them roadworthy. Examines motor cycle or scooter to locate faults by running engine in stationary position or by driving it on road. Dismantles parts such as engine, ignition system, dynamo forks, shock absorbers, gear box etc., as necessary. Grinds valves, sets timings, relines brakes, re-bushes steering mechanism, replaces worn out parts, assembles gear box clutch etc. and performs other tasks to effect repair, cleans and sets carburettor, fits driving chain, wheels silencer, kick, gear, clutch and brake levers and other accessories. Adjusts control cables for brake, clutch and accelerator, sets tappets and wheel alignment, tightens loose parts and makes necessary fittings and connections. Changes engine and gear box oil, starts engine and tunes it up. Tests performance of vehicle by driving on road and makes further adjustments to remove defects noticed if any. May assemble motor cycle or autorickshaws from assembled parts.

Auto Service Technician (two and three wheelers) is responsible for the repairing and routine servicing and maintenance (including electrical and mechanical aggregates) of two/three wheeler vehicles.

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

NSQF LEVEL COMPLIANCE

NSQF level for MECHANIC MOTOR CYCLE trade under ATS: Level 4

As per notification issued by Govt. of India dated- 27.12.2013 on National Skill Qualification Framework total 10 (Ten) Levels are defined.

Each level of the NSQF is associated with a set of descriptors made up of five outcome statements, which describe in general terms, the minimum knowledge, skills and attributes that a learner needs to acquire in order to be certified for that level.

Each level of the NSQF is described by a statement of learning outcomes in five domains, known as level descriptors. These five domains are:
a. Process
b. professional knowledge,
c. professional skill,
d. core skill and
e. Responsibility.
The Broad Learning outcome of Mechanic Motor Cycle trade under ATS mostly matches with the Level descriptor at Level- 4. 

LEARNING OUTCOME

The following are minimum broad Common Occupational Skills/ Generic Learning Outcome after completion of the MECHANIC MOTOR CYCLE course of 01 years duration under ATS.

Block I:

• 1. Recognize & comply safe working practices, environment regulation and housekeeping.
• 2. Understand and explain different mathematical calculation & science in the field of study including basic electrical. [Different mathematical calculation & science - Unit, Basic Mathematics, Percentage, Material Science ,Mass, Weight and Density ,Mensuration, Elasticity ,Heat & Temperature ,Basic Electricity]
• 3. Interpret specifications, different engineering drawing and apply for different application in the field of work. [Different engineering drawing-Lines, Free hand drawing , Drawing of Geometrical Figures , Sizes and Layout of Drawing Sheets, Method of presentation of Engineering Drawing, Drawing of Solid figures, Free hand Drawing of Solid figures, Free Hand sketch, Projections, Drawing of Orthographic projection in 3rd angle]
• 4. Select and ascertain measuring instrument and measure dimension of components and record data.
• 5. Explain the concept in productivity, quality tools, and labour welfare legislation and apply such in day to day work to improve productivity & quality.
• 6. Explain energy conservation, global warming and pollution and contribute in day to day work by optimally using available resources.
• 7. Explain personnel finance, entrepreneurship and manage/organize related task in day to day work for personal & social growth.
• 8. Plan and organize the work related to the occupation.

 SPECIFIC LEARNINGOUTCOME

Block – I

• 1. Perform basic maintenance
• 2. Service cooling system
• 3. Service lubricating system
• 4. Service fuel feed system (petrol)
• 5. Service fuel feed system (diesel)
• 6. Test basic electrical and electronics
• 7. Diagnose engine problems
• 8. Overhaul cylinder head assembly
• 9. Overhaul cylinder block assembly
• 10. Maintain transmission in two wheelers
• 11. Maintain transmission in three wheelers
• 12. Maintain steering and suspension
• 13. Maintain brake system
• 14. Repair wheels and tyres
• 15. Maintain electrical and electronics
• 16. Service intake, exhaust and emission system