ITI Mechanic Agriculture Machinery Trade Syllabus: Detailed Syllabus, Course Structure

Trade Theory

Introduction to Agriculture Mechanics

• Scope of agriculture mechanics in modern farming.
• Role of mechanics in agriculture productivity.
• Tools, equipment, and safety measures.

Basics of Engines

• Principles of 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines.
• Components and functions.
• Engine fuel systems and ignition systems.

Soil Tillage Implements

• Introduction to plows, harrows, and tillers.
• Primary and secondary tillage equipment.

Harvesting Machinery

• Types of harvesters (combine, threshers).
• Working principles and components.

Irrigation Systems

• Types of irrigation methods.
• Pumps: centrifugal, submersible, and reciprocating.
• Maintenance of irrigation equipment.

Tractor Mechanics

• Principles of tractor engines.
• Transmission systems, hydraulics, and clutches.
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of tractors.

Post-Harvest Technology

• Machinery for grading, drying, and storage.
• Repairs and maintenance of post-harvest tools.

Renewable Energy in Agriculture

• Solar-powered systems in farming.
• Introduction to biogas and wind energy.

Trade Practical

Safety Practices

• Workshop safety, fire extinguishers, and first aid.
• Identification and handling of tools like wrenches, hammers, etc.

Basic Engine Practices

• Dismantling and assembling 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines.
• Cleaning and servicing of carburetors.

Tillage Equipment Handling

• Demonstration of plows, harrows, seed drills.
• Adjustment and repair of tillage implements.

Pump Maintenance

• Installation of different types of pumps.
• Servicing pump components.

Tractor Maintenance

• Gearbox dismantling and reassembly.
• Wheel alignment and brake adjustment.

Combine Harvesters

• Overhauling and servicing.
• Adjustment of threshing drum and cutting blades.

Renewable Energy Systems

• Assembling solar panels and irrigation systems.
• Setting up biogas systems.

Engineering Drawing

• Basics of technical drawings and symbols.
• Drawing layouts of agricultural machinery parts.

Workshop Calculation & Science

• Units and measurements related to mechanics.
• Strength of materials and heat treatment processes.

Employability Skills

• Communication and workplace etiquette.
• Basic IT literacy and entrepreneurship.

Trade Practical

1000

1000

Trade Theory

280

360

Workshop Calculation & Science

80

80

Engineering Drawing

80

80

Employability Skills

160

80

Total

1600

1600

60% to 75%

• The candidate’s work has demonstrated the attainment of an acceptable standard of craftsmanship for performance in this grade, with the assistance of occasional guidance and careful consideration for safety procedures and practices.
• Displaying proficiency with hand tools, machine tools, and workshop equipment.
• 60–70% accuracy was attained while performing tasks other than those required by the component or job.
• A respectable degree of uniformity and neatness in the final product.
• Occasional assistance in finishing the task or project.

75% to 90%

• For this grade, the candidate has produced work that demonstrates reaching a reasonable standard of craftsmanship while following safety procedures and practices with minimal guidance.
• Good proficiency with hand tools, machine tools, and workshop equipment.
• 70–80% accuracy was attained while performing tasks other than those required by the component or job.
• A good degree of uniformity and neatness in the final product.
• Little assistance in finishing the task or project.

Above 90%

• For this grade, the candidate has produced work that demonstrates reaching a high standard of craftsmanship while following safety procedures and practices with minimal or no guidance.
• High level of proficiency with hand tools, machine tools, and workshop equipment.
• More than 80% accuracy was attained while performing tasks other than those required by the component or job.
• A high degree of uniformity and neatness in the final product.
• No or minimal assistance in finishing the task or project.