QUALIFICATION FILE Certificate in Robotic Programming and Maintenance

CONTACT DETAILS OF THE AWARDING BODY FOR THE QUALIFICATION

NSDA Reference
Name and address of awarding body:
To be added by NSDA
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ELECTRONICS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Electronics Niketan, 6, CGO Complex
Lodhi Road, New Delhi 110003

Name and contact details of individual dealing with the submission

Name: Rameshkumar MS
Position in the organisation: Senior Technical Officer
Address if different from above
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ELECTRONICS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (NIELIT),
NIT CAMPUS POST, KOZHIKODE, KERALA. PIN – 673601.
Tel number(s) 0495 2287266 ext. 209
E-mail address: [email protected]

List of documents submitted in support of the Qualifications File

1. Annexure 1: Detailed Syllabus of the course
2. Annexure 2: Evidence of Course requirement in the industry
3. Annexure 3: Evidence of Job requirement from the industry
4. Annexure 4: Evidence of validation from industries

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SUMMARY

Qualification Title:
Certificate in Robotic Programming and Maintenance

Qualification Code NL/M/L4/C013

NIELIT/RA/5/44

Nature and purpose of

This Qualification is aligned to Level 4
the qualification: The purpose of this qualification is to train the students in Robotics and
industrial Robot (operation, maintenance, safety) so as to improve their
employability in the field of Robotics
Body/bodies which will
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ELECTRONICS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
award the qualification: Electronics Niketan, 6, CGO Complex
Lodhi Road, New Delhi 110003
Body which will accredit
Accreditation Cell
providers to offer NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ELECTRONICS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
courses leading to the Electronics Niketan, 6, CGO Complex
qualification: Lodhi Road, New Delhi 110003
Body/bodies which will
Examination Cell
be responsible for NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ELECTRONICS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
assessment: Electronics Niketan, 6, CGO Complex
Lodhi Road, New Delhi 110003
Occupation(s) to which Industrial robot programmer, Robot operator, Maintenance technician
the qualification gives
access:

Licensing requirements Not applicable

Proposed level of the Level 4

qualification in the
NSQF:

Anticipated volume of 325 Hours

training/learning
required to complete the
qualification:

Entry requirements / 10th/12th pass

recommendations:

Progression from the Professional: Robot programmer/operator – Supervisor – Engineer

qualification:
Academic: Can do any course in the related field of higher level.

Planned arrangements
Presently only candidates who undergo training shall be assessed.
for the Recognition of It will be incorporated once RPL strategy is finalized
Prior learning (RPL):

International
No
comparability where
known:

Date of Planned review

After Every 2 years
of the Qualification

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Formal structure of the qualification

Estimated size Level
Topics Mandatory/ Optional
(learning hours)

4
Understanding about robots M 16

4
Robot Operation M 13

4
Robot Programming M 16

4
Robot Maintenance M 5

4
Safety M 4

4
Assignment M 4

4
Theory test M 4

4
Hands on Practical & internship M 276

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SECTION 1
ASSESSMENT
Body/Bodies which will carry out assessment:
Examination Cell
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ELECTRONICS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Electronics Niketan, 6, CGO Complex
Lodhi Road, New Delhi 110003

Will the assessment body be responsible for RPL assessment?

RPL Policy will be described as and when available

Describe the overall assessment strategy and specific arrangements which have been put in place to ensure
that assessment is always valid, consistent and fair and show that these are in line with the requirements of the
NSQF:

Assessment is done by Examination Cell, NIELIT

ASSESSMENT GUIDELINE
 Criteria for assessment based on each learning outcome, will be assigned marks
proportionately to its importance.
 The assessment for the theory & practical part is based on knowledge bank of questions
created by field experts and approved by NIELIT
 For each Individual batch, Examination cell will create unique question papers for theory part
as well as practical for each examination.
 To pass the Qualification, every trainee should score a minimum of 50% cumulatively (Theory
and Practical)
 Assessment comprises the following components:
o Exercises carried out in labs, internship
o Assignments
o Theory and practical exam
o Attendance and punctuality

Examination pattern is as follows:

RESULTS AND CERTIFICATION:

The assessment results are backed by evidences collected by assessors. Successful trainees are
awarded the certificates online by NIELIT.

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QUALITY ASSURANCE & AUDIT

While the Assessment Process based on a well-defined strategy as above, does have an in built quality
assurance.

Means of Assessment:

Online assessments (LAN and Web based), carried out using a variety of question formats applicable for
the course.

Pass/Fail

Following Grading Scheme (on the basis of total marks & individual marks) will be followed:

Grade Marks Range (in %)

>=40 each in online Theory Examination & Practical

Pass
>=50 in aggregate (Internal, Theory & Practical)

<40 each in online Theory Examination & Practical

Fail
<50 in aggregate (Internal, Theory & Practical)

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0ASSESSMENT EVIDENCE
Outcome to be Assessment Criteria for the out come Marks
assessed Theory Practical
Will be able to use of  Recognition of component of Robot. 15 10
industrial robot for  Selection of Robot- Payload, speed, Reach.
many applications  Identification of major parts of Industrial
robot.
 Manipulation of the Robot. Manipulating
the robot equipment’s available in the
industry.
 Recording the position.
 Identifying the movements & Configuration
of Arm, Wrist, Links, Joints and Joints
Notation Scheme.
 Designing and Programming Robot as per
specifications for various applications.
Will be able to  Use and functions of Sensors in Robots. 20 15
programme a Industrial  Welding of Robot.
robot for the different  Integration of tooling and sensors.
required tasks.  Generate specific motion of joints.
 Inverse kinematics: Solving a
mathematical model of the robot
kinematics to determine the necessary
joint values to move the tool to a desired
target (frame) in space.
 Writing and running Robot programs.
 Programming using Loops.
 Programming using delay.
 Programming the set of operational
instructions used to control robot
movement and interact with sensors and
other cell devices and ability to process
more than one program at a time or
process I/O concurrently.
Will be able to operate  General Conditions for usage of industrial 15 10
an Industrial Robot. Robot,
 Robot capabilities.
 Non- Industrial applications, Industrial
applications
 Process wise Applications-
 Handling of Material, process operation
and product inspection, Machine loading
and Unloading.
 Spot & Arc welding.
Will be able to  Able to program, operate and Maintain Robots. 15 10
Maintain Robot & its  Identify faults in Robot and rectify it.
 Follow Safety measures as per company
Safety
procedures.
Use the safety devices  Present state of safety technology 15 5
& Familiar with Follow safety measures in Robotic field as per
necessary safety manual.

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precautions for
working with Industrial
Robot

Means of Assessment
Skill performance is assessed by conducting Theory and Marks Marks Marks Level
Practical assessment on Familiarization to industrial robot theory Practical Internal
and its application, Skill to programme an Industrial robot
Skill to operate an Industrial Robot, Familiarization to
Robot Maintenance & Safety, Use the safety devices &
Familiar with necessary safety precautions for working
with Industrial Robot
Examination No of questions Time 80 50 20 4
Theory 80 2 Hour
Practical -- 3 Hours

Pass/Fail
Trainees scoring the percentage of marks mentioned below will be declared as “competent”
otherwise” not yet competent”

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SECTION 2
EVIDENCE OF LEVEL

Title/Name of qualification: Certificate Course in Computer Aided Design using CREO - Level 4
NSQF Key requirement of job How the job role relates to the NSQF
Domain role NSQF level descriptors Level
Process Able to program and The job holder is expected to work in a 4
Required operate industrial robot for familiar, predictable, and routine & should be
a given task by following able to program, operate and maintain an
necessary safety industrial robot
precautions and Considering that these outcomes are required
maintenance of industrial to be perfected and performed consistently
robots within the defined parameters of the job roles
chosen by him/her. Similarly, though it is
familiar & predictable & also has a choice of
creativity to enrich the job & take an
appropriate decision to handle the situation.
Examples of such tasks include:
1. Design and develop program for a new task,
debugging & refining the program etc
Professional Understanding safety The job holder is expected to know the facts & 4
Knowledge measures in Robotic field principles to order to follow clearly identified
Robotic components processes to conduct smooth operation and
recognition maintenance procedures, efficient
Manipulating the robot programming and maintaining. He/ She needs
Identifying the movements to constantly apply the standards as laid down
of a robotic arm by the respective organizations from time to
Robot programming time.
The person is expected to have a knowledge
of:
1. safety measures in Robotic field
2. Robotic components recognition
3. Manipulating the robot equipment’s
available in the industry.
4. Identifying the movements of a robotic arm
5. Robot programming
Professional Programming of an The job holder is expected to be able to recall 4
Skill Industrial Robot & demonstrate effective and efficient
Operating of an Industrial communication with colleagues, maintain
robot and Safety measures standard of etiquette and service practices
and maintenance of an and maintain a Log book of operation
Industrial robot. The person is expected to have:
1. Programming of an Industrial Robot
2. Operating of an Industrial robot
3. Safety measures and maintenance of an
Industrial robot
Core Skill Calculate the unknown The job holder is expected to have 4
data like parameters of behavioural, personal and telephone
different process standards etiquettes, establish effective rapport with
Communicate to the customers, responding appropriately to
supervisors/co-workers if customers, communicating information to

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anything goes wrong customers (verbal & non-verbal), skill to basic

during the process. arithmetic and algebraic principles, basic
Aware about the social as understanding of social political and natural
well as environmental environment for example, providing interim
Situations during working. feedback to customers, in case of delays,
processing compliances.
Responsibili To be able to understand The job holder is expected to complete 4
ty an Industrial production assigned tasks adhering to maintain health &
cycle. hygiene, maintain safety at workplace. He/she
To be able to understand is expected to undertake on-the-job learning
about the basics of robot. and participate in training and development,
To be able to work with the interventions and assessments Hence the
robot operating and individual working in this job role has
maintenance with greatest complete responsibility for delivering quality
safety. of his own work and can be placed at level 4.
To be able to work in Examples of independent responsibility are:
robotic industry either in 1. ensure industrial robots perform the tasks
assembly units or in in efficient manner with min down time
manufacturing. 2. contribute in achieving the industry’s profit
margin

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SECTION 3
EVIDENCE OF NEED
What evidence is there that the qualification is needed?
To facilitate skill development in ESDM sector focusing on students/unemployed youth at 9-10th
standard onwards, ITI, Diploma, Non-engineering graduates, etc. to increase their employability to
work in ‘Manufacturing’ and ‘Service support’ functions, a ‘Scheme for Financial Assistance to select
States/UTs for Skill Development in Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) sector’
was approved by Department of Electronics and Information Technology (DeitY), Ministry of
Communication& Information Technology, Govt. of India on 1st November, 2013
What is the estimated uptake of this qualification and what is the basis of this estimate?

60 to be trained per annum based on job market study in the home state.

What steps were taken to ensure that the qualification(s) does/do not duplicate already
existing or planned qualifications in the NSQF?

The qualification is originally designed by curriculum head, industrial expert, and academic
professional experts. The work group under the guidance of curriculum development committee
already conducted desk search as well as refers the qualification packs for as a supporting document
for the mapping of curriculum. As per the search it is found that, no duplicate Certificate course in
Robotic Programming and maintenance is existing in the NQR as on date.
What arrangements are in place to monitor and review the qualification(s)? What data will
be used and at what point will the qualification(s) be revised or updated?

The curriculum committee meeting for review will be every year which comprising industrial expert,
training head and representative of existing employers. Feedbacks of each trainee are used by core
committee for revision and up gradation of the qualification. The curriculum review and updates, in
consultation with industries and expert of respective domain, NOS approved by NSDA will also be
referred from time to time.

SECTION 4
EVIDENCE OF RECOGNITION AND PROGRESSION
What steps have been taken in the design of this or other qualifications to ensure that there is a clear path
to other qualifications in this sector?

This qualification comprises of much relevant topics in all aspects of the Robotics
Programming & Maintenance as per industrial requirement. Hence an incumbent can possibly
get higher job roles like designing and programming of Robot. And ensure that the design of
the course will timely be modified as per the industrial demands. However incumbent can do
any higher level course in the related field.

This QF is a specialised training in Robotics and there is no higher level qualification found available
in the NQR at present.

SECTION 5

EVIDENCE OF INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY

List any Comparisons which have been established - NIL

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