WHAT IS PLUMBER COURSE IN ITI

PLUMBER
(Duration: One Year)
(Engineering Trade) 
CRAFTSMEN TRAINING SCHEME (CTS)
NSQF LEVEL- 3   

SECTOR – PLUMBING

• Name of the Trade :- PLUMBER
• Trade Code :- DGT/1014
• NCO : – 2015 7126.0101, 7126.0102, 7126.0103,7126.0104, 7126.0105, 7126.0106, 7126.0107, 7126.0201, 7126.0301, 7126.9900, 7212.0101, 7212.0102,7233.1301
• NOS Covered :- NOS: PSC/NO133v1.0, NOS: PSC/NO132, NOS: PSC/NO134, NOS: PSC/NO135, NOS: PSC/N9901 v 1.0, NOS: PSC/NO136 CSC/N9401 CSC/N9402
• NSQF Level :- Level-3
• Duration of Craftsmen Training One Year:-  (1200 hours +150 hours OJT/ Group Project)
• Entry Qualification:-  Passed 8th class Examination
• Minimum Age:-  14 years as on first day of academic session.
• Eligibility for PwD:-  LD, LC, DW, AA, LV, DEAF
• Unit Strength (No. Of Student) :- 24 seats

COURSE INFORMATION: 

During the one-year duration a candidate of Plumber trade is trained on subjects Professional Skill, Professional Knowledge, and Employability Skills 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 pipe work viz. cutting of pipes, threading, joining, etc. and finally to fitting, fixing and laying of hot & cold water pipe line, repairing and reconditioning of waste pipe line at the end of the course.

The broad components covered under Professional Skill subject are as below:

The practical part starts with basic fitting in the beginning and the candidate imparted training on allied trades viz., carpenter, Welding (Gas & Arc), Masonry which leads to multiskilling. In the basic fitting the skills imparted are marking, sawing, chipping, filing, measurement, soldering, brazing, drilling, grinding 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 etc. Cutting Pipes in different angle. Joining of pipes of different diameter and angles by gas welding, thread cutting on different types of pipes & fittings accessories. Making of brick wall and RCC casting. Brick wall cutting for concealing pipe line. Bending of Pipes, making of pipe line circuit for water distribution, fixing Cocks & valve, Water analysis test, Water Pressure test are being taught. Alignment and laying of humid pipeline & maintenance of drainage pipe line. Installation and maintenance of Electric pumps, Construction of inspection chamber, manhole, gutter, septic tank, socket etc. Testing of drainage pipe, Removal of leakage pipe line, Installation, fixing & maintenance of valve & cock, water meter, Fixtures, hot & cold water pipe line, Repairing & reconditioning of waste pipe line, Repairing & reconditioning, scraping & painting of sanitary fittings are being taught in the practical. 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, different types of iron, properties and uses, Heat & Temperature are also covered under theory part.
Total three projects need to be completed by the candidates in a group. In addition to above components the core skills components viz., employability skills are also covered. These core skills are essential skills which are necessary to perform the job in any given situation.

TRAINING SYSTEM :

GENERAL
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 Directorate General of Training (DGT). Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS) with variantsand Apprenticeship Training Scheme (ATS) are two pioneer programmes of DGT for propagating vocational training.
Plumber trade under CTS is one of the popular courses delivered nationwide through 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 (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.

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 invironmental 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.
   

PROGRESSION PATHWAYS

• Can join industry as Technician and will progress further as Senior Technician, Supervisor and can rise up to the level of Manager.
•   Can become Entrepreneur in the related field.
•  Can take admission in diploma course in notified branches of Engineering by lateral entry.
•  Can join Apprenticeship programme in different types of industries leading to National
  Apprenticeship certificate (NAC).
•  Can join Crafts Instructor Training Scheme (CITS) in the trade for becoming instructor in ITIs.
•  Can join advanced diploma (Vocational) courses conducted by DGT as applicable.

 

COURSE STRUCTURE:

• Table below depicts the distribution of training hours across various course elements during a period of two years:

Course Element With Notional Training Hours :-

• one year (Total 1200 hours)

1. Professional Skill (Trade Practical) 840 hours

2. Professional Knowledge (Trade Theory) 240 hours

3. Employability Skills 120 hours

4. On the Job Training (OJT)/ Group Project 150 hours

Every year 150 hours of mandatory OJT (On the Job Training) at nearby industry, wherever not available then group project is mandatory.

Trainees of one-year or two-year trade can also opt for optional courses of up to 240 hours in each year for 10th/ 12th class certificate along with ITI certification, or, add on short term courses.  

ASSESSMENT & CERTIFICATION
The trainee will be tested for his skill, knowledge and attitude during the period of course through formative assessment and at the end of the training programme through summative assessment as notified by the DGT from time to time.

a) The Continuous Assessment (Internal) during the period of training will be done by Formative assessment method by testing for assessment criteria listed against learning outcomes. The training institute have to maintain individual trainee portfolio as detailed in assessment guideline. The marks of internal assessment will be as per the formative assessment template provided on www.bharatskills.gov.in

b) The final assessment will be in the form of summative assessment. The All India Trade Test for awarding NTC will be conducted by Controller of examinations, DGT as per the guidelines. The pattern and marking structure is being notified by DGT from time to time. The learning outcome and assessment criteria will be the basis for setting question papers for final assessment. The examiner during final examination will also check the individual trainee’s profile as detailed in assessment guideline before giving marks for practical examination.

PASS REGULATION
For the purposes of determining the overall result, weightage of 100% is applied for six months and one year duration courses and 50% weightage is applied to each examination for two years courses. The minimum pass percent for Trade Practical and Formative assessment is 60% & for all other subjects is 33%.

ASSESSMENT GUIDELINE
Appropriate arrangements should be made to ensure that there will be no artificial barriers to assessment. The nature of special needs should be taken into account while undertaking the assessment. Due consideration should be given while assessing for teamwork, avoidance/reduction of scrap/wastage and disposal of scrap/waste as per procedure, behavioral attitude, sensitivity to the environment and regularity in training. The sensitivity towards OSHE and self-learning attitude are to be considered while assessing competency.

Assessment will be evidence based comprising some of the following:

• Job carried out in labs/workshop
• Record book/ daily diary
• Answer sheet of assessment
• Viva-voce
• Progress chart
• Attendance and punctuality
• Assignment
• Project work
• Computer based multiple choice question examination
• Practical Examination

Evidences and records of internal (Formative) assessments are to be preserved until forthcoming examination for audit and verification by examining body.

JOB ROLE

Plumber, General; lays out, assembles, installs and maintains sanitary fittings and fixtures, sewage and drainage systems, heating and sanitary systems, gas and water pipe lines etc.  Receives instructions from Sanitary Engineer or Civil Engineer regarding lay out of pipes, gas or water mains, position of fixtures and fittings, etc. Examines drawings or other specifications regarding size and dimensions of area where sanitary fittings or pipe are to be fitted or laid. Marks points at places to indicate position for fixing brackets and laying pipes. Drills passage holes in walls or floor of premises and fixes necessary brackets, stands, holders etc. to keep or hold fittings and fixtures in position, using nuts, bolts, clamps etc. and tightens them with hand tools. Cuts reams, threads and bends pipes as appropriate. Ensures that pipe lines are laid properly by Pipe Fitter. Joins pipes with sockets, Tees, elbow etc. or with molten lead or lead wool. Caulks joints (operation of making joint seam tight to withstand pressure) and tests them for leaks with pneumatic or hydraulic pressure. May repair and maintain sewerage and pipe lines by replacing washers on leaky faucets, mending burst pipes, opening clogged drains, etc. May do lead burning, dressing and bossing of lead pipe and sheet lead, inlaying of wooden tanks, construction of septic tanks etc.
Plumber, Operations; is responsible for operation of plumbing system used in housing, commercial and institutional setups.
Plumber, General-Installation and Repair; Plumber (General)-II is responsible for installation and
repair plumbing systems including those of advanced sanitary fixtures as per manufacturer’s specifications in housing, commercial and institutional setups.
Plumber, General Helper; is responsible for helping Plumber (General) by carrying and handling
of tools and materials required in installation, minor repair and maintenance of plumbing systems.
Plumber, General Assistant; is responsible for assistance in, preliminary installation and minor
repair work of basic plumbing systems in domestic, commercial and institutional setups. Plumber, Maintenance and Servicing Assistant; is responsible for assistance in maintenance and servicing of pipes and sanitary fixtures in housing, commercial and institutional setups.  Plumber, Maintenance and Servicing; is responsible for assistance in maintenance and servicing of pipes and sanitary fixtures in housing, commercial and institutional setups.
Pipe Layer/Plumber Pipeline; Sewer Pipe Layer lays concrete, stone ware or clay pipes to form sanitary drains and sewers. Receives instructions regarding size and type of concrete, stone ware or clay pipe to be laid. Digs or gets earth dug along marked lines using spade, picks etc. to make trenches for laying pipes. Levels and smoothens bottom of trenches to proper gradient by scooping with shovels. Receives pipes of required size lowered into trench manually or by pulley and adjusts their position by hand or crow-bar for correct levelling and vertical and horizontal alignment. Joints pipes together using appropriate couplings, joints, rings etc. and closes joints by caulking with fibre and cement to prevent leakage. Tests joints by hydraulic or pneumatic pressure after sealing. Fills trench with earth to cover laid pipe and rams earth to avoid sinking. Is designated as Pipe Layer Water Mains or Water Mains Fitter if engaged in laying cast iron or galvanized iron water pipe mains and in caulking their joints with lead to prevent leakage. May lay pipe lines to provide water connection to houses, sanitary sewers etc. May fix meters to  , remove defects from pipe lines and replace defective ones.
Pipe Fitter; lays, repairs and maintains, pipes for supply of water, gas, oil or steam in buildings, gardens, workshops, stores, ships etc., according to drawings or instructions. Examines drawings and other specifications or receives relevant instructions. Cuts passage holes for laying pipes in  alls and floors. Cuts reams, threads and bends pipes according to specifications. Lays pipes in cut passage and assembles pipe sections with couplings, sockets, Tee’s elbows etc. Levels position of pipes using sprit level for gravitational flow. Caulks joints, tests them for leakage with pneumatic or hydraulic pressure and secures pipe line to structure with clamps, brackets, and hangers. Fits water meters, taps etc. to pipe where necessary. Repairs and replaces leaky pipe lines, taps and joints and provides connections to overhead water tanks. Helps Plumber, General in fittings sanitary fittings to buildings. May join pipe sections and fittings.
Plumbers and Pipe Fitters, Other; perform number of routine and low skilled tasks such as assisting in laying pipes, making water tight joints, fitting sockets and reducers, threading pipes with taps and dies, removing leakages, etc., and are designated as Plumber Mate or Pipe Fitter Helper according to type of work done.
Plumber (Welder)/Plumbing (Sanitary Fixtures) Fitter Assistant; is responsible for welding
activities related to plumbing works in housing, commercial and institutional setups.
Plumber (Welder) Assistant; is responsible for assistance in welding activities related to plumbing works in housing, commercial and institutional setups.
Plumber (Pumps and E/M Mechanic); is responsible for installation and repair of Pumps and  E/M equipment used for different plumbing applications of housing, commercial and institutional Set ups.

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