During the two-year duration a candidate is trained on subjects Professional Skill, Professional Knowledge, Engineering Drawing, Workshop Science & Calculation and Employ ability Skill related to job role. In addition to this a candidate is entrusted to make/do project work and Extra Curricular Activities to build up confidence. The practical skills are imparted in simple to complex manner & simultaneously theory subject is taught in the same fashion to apply cognitive knowledge while executing task. The practical part starts with basic fitting with tolerance level ± 0.5mm and finally to ± 0.02mm and angular tolerance from 1° to10′ at the end of the course. The broad components covered under Professional Skill subject are as below

FIRST YEAR: The practical part starts with basic fitting in the beginning and the candidate also imparted training on allied trades viz., Sheet Metal, Welding (Gas & Arc) which leads to multi-skilling. In the basic fitting the skills imparted are sawing, filing, marking, chipping, measurement, riveting, soldering, brazing, drilling and observation of all safety aspects is mandatory. The accuracy achieved is of±0.25 mm. The safety aspects cover components like OSH & E, PPE, Fire extinguisher, First Aid and in addition 5S being taught. Different drilling operations (through, blind, angular), reaming, offhand grinding, tapping, dieing, different fits viz., sliding fit, etc., scraping, fastening (nuts & bolts, riveting, studs, screws, etc.,). The accuracy achieved is of± 0.04 mm and angular accuracy to 30minutes.Different turning operations on lathe (step, grooving, chamfering, drilling, boring, knurling &threading), simple repair, overhauling and lubrication work on machine are being taught in the practical.

SECOND YEAR: Power tool operation, different complex assembling and fitting, fastening, lapping, making gauges, pipe works and pipe joints, Dismantling, overhauling& assembling valves are covered. The accuracy achieved is of an accuracy of ± 0.02 mm & 10 minutes. Making & using drill jigs, making of critical components, repair & maintenance of power transmission system, making of template &complex gauges, identify different Pneumatic &hydraulic components and circuit construction, repair & maintenance of machinery like lathe, drill, grinding, bench drilling, Inspection of Machine tools, Accuracy testing of Machine tools and erection of simple machines are being performed as part of practical training. Professional Knowledge subject is simultaneously taught in the same fashion to apply cognitive knowledge while executing task. In addition components like Physical properties of engineering materials, Interchangeability, Method of expressing tolerance as per BIS Fits,

Different types of iron, properties and uses, special files, honing, Metallurgical and metal working processes such as Heat treatment, the various coatings used to protect metals, different bearing, working material with finished surface as aluminum, duralumin and stainless steel, topics related to non-ferrous metals, Method of lubrication are also covered under theory part. Total two projects need to be completed by the candidates in a group. In addition to above components the core skills components viz., Workshop calculation & science, Engineering drawing, employability skills are also covered. These core skills are essential skills which are necessary to perform the job in any given situation.

The Directorate General of Training (DGT) under Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship offers a range of vocational training courses catering to the need of different sectors of economy/ Labor market. The vocational training programmes are delivered under the aegis of Directorate General of Training (DGT). Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS) with variants and Apprenticeship Training Scheme (ATS) are two pioneer schemes of DGT for strengthening vocational training. Fitter trade under CTS is one of the most popular courses delivered nationwide through network of ITIs. The course is of two years duration. It mainly consists of Domain area and Core area. The Domain area (Trade Theory & Practical) impart professional skills and knowledge, while Core area (Employability Skills) imparts requisite core skills, knowledge and life skills. After passing out of the training program, the trainee is awarded National Trade Certificate (NTC) by DGT which is recognized worldwide. Candidates broadly 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.
• 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.

• Can join industry as Technician and will progress further as Senior Technician, Supervisor and can rise to the level of Manager.
• Can become Entrepreneur in the related field.
• Can appear in 10+2 examination through National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) for acquiring higher secondary certificate and can go further for General/ Technical education.

• Precision Measurement: Using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Mechanical Maintenance: Dismantling, repairing, and reassembling machinery components (bearings, gears).
• Drafting/Blueprint Reading: Interpreting technical drawings for fabrication.
• Pipefitting & Welding: Handling pipes and basic welding works.

• Mechanical Fitter: Assembles and repairs industrial machines.
• Pipe Fitter: Installs and maintains high-pressure pipes and hydraulic systems.
• Bench Fitter: Specializes in small-scale precision assembly and finishing on a workbench.
• Fabrication Fitter: Assembles metal structural components.