assembly operator pmd and x ray

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Qualifications Pack- Assembly Operator – PMD and X-Ray

Contents 1. Introduction and Contacts..…….P1

2. Qualifications Pack……………......P2

3. OS Units………………………………....P3

4. Glossary of Key Terms…..........P31

5. Nomenclature for QP & OS…..P33

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What are Occupational Standards(OS)? OS describe what

individuals need to do, know and understand in order to carry out a particular job role or function

OS are

performance standards that individuals must achieve when carrying out functions in the workplace, together with specifications of the underpinning knowledge and understanding

Contact Us:

ESSCI, New Delhi Electronics Sector Skills Council of India 422, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase-III, New Delhi-110020 E-mail: [email protected]

SECTOR: ELECTRONICS

SUB-SECTOR: Medical Electronics

OCCUPATION: Medical Device Manufacturing

REFERENCE ID: ELE/Q7801

ALIGNED TO: NCO-2004/8283.90

Assembly Operator – PMD and X-Ray: The Assembly Operator assembles all

parts and modules of a patient monitoring device (PMD) or X-Ray machine to

complete the product.

Brief Job Description: The individual at work fits together different

electronics and electro-mechanical parts and modules and connects them to

manufacture the PMD or X-Ray machine as per product design.

Personal Attributes: The job requires the individual to have: attention to

details, hand-eye coordination, safety and hazards orientation, willingness to

wear protective gears on eyes and ears and the stamina for long hours of

work.

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Introduction

QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY

Qualifications Pack For Assembly Operator – PMD and X-Ray

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Qualifications Pack Code ELE/Q7801

Job Role Assembly Operator – PMD and X-Ray

Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF) [OPTIONAL]

TBD Version number 1.0

Sector Electronics Drafted on 08/02/14

Sub-sector Medical Electronics Last reviewed on 24/03/14

Occupation Manufacturing Next review date 24/03/15

Job Role Assembly Operator– PMD and X-Ray

Role Description Assembling electronics and electro-mechanical parts and modules of patient monitoring devices (PMD) and X-Ray machine to complete the product

NVEQF/NVQF level

Minimum Educational Qualifications

Maximum Educational Qualifications

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ITI

Diploma

Training Not Applicable

Experience Not applicable

Applicable National Occupational

Standards (NOS)

Compulsory:

1. ELE/N7801 Perform kitting of parts and modules

2. ELE/N7802 Install brass inserts into the plastic mould

3. ELE/N7803 Perform baking process and conformal coating

4. ELE/N7804 Assemble High Voltage Tank

5. ELE/N9909 Coordinate with colleagues and co-workers

6. ELE/N9910 Maintain safe and secure work environment Optional: Not applicable

Performance Criteria As described in the relevant OS units

Job

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ELE/N7801 Perform kitting of parts and modules

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Overview

This unit is about fixing and connecting different electronics and electro-mechanical parts and modules to complete the patient monitoring device (PMD) or X-Ray machine.


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Unit Code ELE /N7801

Unit Title (Task)

Perform kitting of parts and modules

Description This OS unit is about indenting for different electronics and electro-mechanical parts and modules for assembling the product

Scope This unit/task covers the following:

Understand work requirements

Indent for and arrange parts and modules as per bill-of-material

Store and bin the received material at work station

Achieve productivity and quality standards

Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope

Element Performance Criteria Understanding work requirements

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. understand the product and model for which the day’s work is assigned PC2. understand the daily targets on number of assemblies to complete PC3. assess the requirements of different electronics and electro-mechanical parts

to meet the given targets

Indenting for parts and modules

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC4. indent for different kinds of electrical and electronic modules, plastic parts,

rubber parts, filaments, aluminium tanks, X-ray tubes and accessories such as connectors, wires, cables, glue and soldering paste

PC5. indent for different kinds of Printed Wiring Assemblies (PWA), front and rear panel assembly, moulding and brass inserts as per the Patient Monitoring Device (PMD) design and specifications

PC6. document the number of components and modules received from the stores or supervisor

Storing and binning received material at work station

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC7. segregate the received material into electrical, electronic and mechanical

parts PC8. unpack the materials received from stores or supervisor PC9. follow standard operating procedure (SOP) for handling electronic

components and modules, e.g., follow ESD precautions for handling PWAs PC10. put received material in respective bins and keep them at pre-assigned

locations of work station as per the SOP

Achieving productivity and quality standards

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC11. identify missing parts or shortages so that workflow is not disrupted PC12. complete 100% binning before assembly as per bill-of-material PC13. ensure to indent quantity of component for achieving daily target of

assemblies

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Knowledge and Understanding (K)

A. Organizational Context

(Knowledge of the

company /

organization and

its processes)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. company’s policies on: incentives; quality, safety and delivery standards, and

personnel management KA2. importance of the individual’s role in the workflow KA3. reporting structure KA4. company’s line of business and product portfolio

B. Technical Knowledge

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. different electrical, electronic and mechanical parts required for assembling KB2. basic electrical and electronics involved in the product KB3. functions of electrical, electronic and mechanical parts and modules KB4. types of connectors and work stations KB5. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions KB6. quality standards to be followed

Skills (S) [Optional]

A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills

Reading and writing skills

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SA1. to read bill-of-material, job sheet and product diagram SA2. to read different component requirement for different product models SA3. to identify slots for different component in the product conveyor SA4. to read assembling procedures for different models SA5. to indent for necessary materials for product assembly SA6. to document the number of components and modules received from the stores

or supervisor in Device History Record (DHR) as per product specific SOP

Communication skills

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: SA7. listen to supervisor for taking specific work related instructions and product

wise monthly production targets SA8. communicate with co-assembly operators for improving workflow SA9. share technical and non-technical information with seniors and colleagues for

benchmarking best assembling practices

Teamwork and multitasking

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SA10. to share work load as required SA11. to achieve the assembling targets with the help of co-workers

B. Professional Skills

Component related skills

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB1. different types of PWAs, plastic parts, rubber parts, filaments, metal or plastic

moulds or chassis, electronic components, displays, brass inserts and


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accessories such as connectors, wires, cables behave in different temperatures

Decision making

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB2. when to seek supervisor’s advice during assembling of medical devices, e.g.,

some component is not available in the store

Problem solving

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SB3. to solve work related problems, e.g., non-working soldering station


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NOS Version Control

NOS Code ELE/N7801



Industry Electronics Drafted on 08/02/14

Industry Sub-sector Medical Electronics Last reviewed on 24/03/14

Next review date 24/03/15

ELE/N7802 Install brass inserts into the plastic mould

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Overview

This unit is about installing the brass inserts into the plastic mould by either using Hot Press-in or ultrasonic machine.


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Unit Title (Task)

Install brass inserts into the plastic mould

Description This OS unit is about installing the brass inserts into the plastic mould by using either Hot Press-in or ultrasonic machine


Prepare brass inserts

Install brass inserts into plastic mould using Hot Press-in machine

Install brass inserts into plastic mould using Ultrasonic machine



Element Performance Criteria Preparing brass inserts

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. Clean brass inserts thoroughly with electronic grade Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) PC2. dry the cleaned brass inserts at room temperature for 24 hours PC3. ensure that proper documentation is done by noting down time and date of

washing brass inserts

Installing brass inserts into plastic mould using Hot Press-in machine

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC4. ensure that outline, shape and size of the brass inserts matched with that of

holes in the plastic mould PC5. put the plastic mould on to the steel framed locating fixture and load it on the

Hot Press-in machine PC6. ensure that steel framed locating fixture with plastic mould is placed under

the Hot Press-in machine after aligning the holes with brass inserts PC7. put the weight plate at the designated place of Hot Press-in machine as per

the product specifications given in the SOP PC8. switch on Hot Press-in machine and adjust the temperature setting as per

product specifications given in the SOP to generate required heat PC9. rotate the handle of Hot Press-in machine and apply pressure as per the work

instructions given in the SOP PC10. install the brass inserts into the mould without breaking it

Installing brass inserts into plastic mould using Ultrasonic machine

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC11. ensure that outline, shape and size of the brass inserts matched with that of

holes in the plastic mould PC12. put the plastic mould on to the steel framed locating fixture and load it on the

Ultrasonic machine PC13. ensure that steel-framed locating fixture with plastic mould is placed under

the Ultrasonic machine after aligning the holes with brass inserts PC14. wear the ear mask before operating the machine for protection from loud

vibrations PC15. switch on Ultrasonic machine and adjust the pressure of compressed air

setting as per product specifications given in the SOP PC16. operate the machine by pushing side buttons with two hands simultaneously

for specified time

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PC17. insert the brass inserts into the mould without breaking it


To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC18. achieve the daily target of number of moulds with brass inserts PC19. ensure quality as per standard to avoid rework



(Knowledge of the

company /

organization and

its processes)




The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. in which product and model ultrasonic method is to be used for installing the

brass insert into the mould KB2. safe handling of plastic moulds and brass inserts KB3. quality standards to be followed


A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills


The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SA1. to read job sheet SA2. to read assembling procedures for different models SA3. to document the activities performed in Device History Record (DHR)








Material related skills

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SB1. different types of plastic moulds and brass inserts behave at different

temperatures and pressures


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Decision making

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB2. when to seek supervisor’s advice during installing brass inserts, e.g., shape of

the brass inserts do not match with the holes of plastic mould

Problem solving

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SB3. to resolve work related problems like temperature setting knob is not

working in Hot press-in machine

Using tools and machines

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SB4. to use Hot press-in machine SB5. to use Ultrasonic machine

Critical thinking

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SB6. to spot process disruptions and delays SB7. to report on any concerns to superiors without delay


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NOS Version Control

NOS Code ELE/N7802






ELE/ N7803 Perform baking process and conformal coating

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Overview

This unit is about putting the Printed Wire Assembly (PWA) through baking process for drying up moisture and later doing the conformal coating to prevent from moisture and rusting.

ELE/ N7803 Perform baking process and conformal coating

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Unit Title (Task)

Perform baking process and conformal coating

Description This unit is about putting the Printed Wire Assembly (PWA) through baking process for drying up its moisture and later doing the conformal coating on it to prevent it from moisture and rusting


Prepare Printed Wire Assembly and perform baking process

Apply conformal coating on Printed Wire Assembly



Element Performance Criteria Preparing Printed Wire Assembly and perform baking process

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. switch on the baking machine and set it at 600 temperature. PC2. mask the conductive connections of Printed Wire Assembly with masking

tape PC3. place the Printed Wire Assembly into the baking machine once 600

temperature of baking machine is achieved PC4. set the time to one hour

Applying conformal coating on Printed Wire Assembly

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC5. take out the Printed Wire Assembly from the baking machine and place it at

pre-designated area to cool off PC6. ensure that when temperature of Printed Wire Assembly comes down to

room temperature, it is taken to conformal coating machine PC7. ensure that Printed Wire Assembly is placed in the conformal coating

machine as specified in the SOP PC8. ensure the conformal coating spray containing modified acrylic resin is done

uniformly on Printed Wire Assembly as per model specifications mentioned in the SOP

PC9. cool off Printed Wire Assembly under high power exhaust fans for 15 minutes


To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC10. achieve the daily target of number of Printed Wire Assemblies prepared for

production PC11. meet the quality standard to avoid rework



(Knowledge of the

company /

organization and

its processes)



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The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. different types of PWAs and their functionalities KB2. baking requirement of different PWAs KB3. proper use of conformal coating spray to get the uniform coating KB4. different models assembled in the plant and their requirements of PWA KB5. handling of PWAs KB6. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions KB7. quality standards to be followed


A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills


The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SA1. to read job sheet SA2. to read the customer-specific requirement SA3. to read baking and conformal coating process for different PWAs SA4. to document the information in Device History Record (DHR) as per SOP








Equipment operating skills

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SB1. baking and conformal coating machine work

Decision making

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SB2. when to seek supervisor’s advice during baking process and conformal

coating, e.g., not able to do the uniform coating on PWA

Problem solving

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SB3. to resolve work related problems like baking machine is not heating up to the

set temperature level


The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SB4. to use baking machine


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SB5. to use conformal coating machine SB6. to prevent any accidents while handling these machines

Critical thinking



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NOS Version Control

NOS Code ELE/N7803






ELE/N7804 Assemble High Voltage Tank ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------

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Overview

This unit is about fixing the parts and modules in the aluminium tank and connecting them to complete the High Voltage Tank assembly for X-Ray machines.

ELE/N7804 Assemble High Voltage Tank

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Unit Title (Task)

Perform High Voltage Tank Assembly

Description This unit is about placing the modules into the aluminium tank and connecting them to form the High Voltage Tank for X-Ray machines


Prepare plastic and rubber parts

Assemble modules

Place high voltage tank in vacuum oven

Fix the PCB on high voltage tank



Element Performance Criteria Preparing plastic and rubber parts

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. wash plastic and rubber parts under the running water with soap for

removing dusts from them PC2. place them at designated place after washing for drying at room temperature

Assembling components

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC3. fix voltage multiplier, filaments, X-ray tube, plastic parts and circuit board into

the aluminium tank to make high voltage tank as per product design PC4. connect these components as per the circuit diagram with the help of cables

and soldering PC5. send the high voltage tank to functional tester for electrical connectivity and

leak testing PC6. receive the high voltage tank back from functional tester once it clears

electrical connectivity and leak test PC7. close the high voltage tank after functional test and take it to vacuum oven

Placing high voltage tank in vacuum oven

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC8. open the vacuum oven, place the high voltage tank inside for removing

moisture from it and put funnel on it PC9. close the door, set the vacuum oven parameters such as vacuum gauge,

temperature, oil temperature as per SOP PC10. switch on the vacuum oven PC11. note reading of set parameters of vacuum oven and document it every four

hours PC12. Switch off the vacuum oven after 52 hours, open it and bring out high voltage

tank

Fixing PCB on high voltage tank

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC13. Place and fix the PCB in the high voltage tank PC14. conduct cable harnessing assay by connecting them with cables PC15. send the high voltage tank to functional tester for lead chamber testing

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To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC16. achieve the daily target of number of high voltage tank assemblies PC17. meet the quality standard to avoid rework



(Knowledge of the

company /

organization and

its processes)




The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. basic electric and electronics involved in the high voltage tank assembly KB2. different components used in the high voltage tank KB3. different types of PCBs and their functions KB4. functions of electrical, electronic and mechanical parts and modules KB5. requirement of different PCBs for different types of high voltage tank

assembly KB6. different models assembled in the plant and their requirement KB7. handling specific PCBs and modules KB8. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions KB9. quality standards to be followed


A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills


The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SA1. to read job sheet and product diagram SA2. to read the component requirement and identification of slots for high voltage

tank assembly SA3. to read assembling procedures for high voltage tank SA4. to document the information in Device History Record (DHR) as per SOP








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Decision making

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB1. when to seek supervisor’s advice during assembling of high voltage tank, e.g.,

some component is not available in the store

Problem Solving

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SB2. to solve work related problems like non-working soldering station


The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB3. how to use soldering station, screw drivers, cutter, nose pliers and crimping

tools SB4. different types of PCBs, plastic parts, rubber parts, filaments, electronic

components, and accessories like connectors, wires, cables

Critical thinking



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NOS Version Control

NOS Code ELE/N7804






ELE/N9909 Coordinate with colleagues and co-workers

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Overview

This unit is about the individual’s level of communication with colleagues and other departments within the organisation. It determines the ability to work as a team member to achieve the required deliverables on schedule.


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Unit Code ELE/N9909

Unit Title (Task)

Coordinate with colleagues

Description This OS unit is about communicating with colleagues and seniors in order to achieve smooth work flow

Scope This unit/ task covers the following:

Interact with supervisor or superior

Coordinate with colleagues


Element Performance Criteria Interacting with supervisor

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. understand and assess work requirements PC2. understand the targets and incentives PC3. understand new operating procedures and constraints PC4. report problems in the field PC5. resolve personnel issues PC6. receive feedback on work standards and customer satisfaction PC7. communicate any potential hazards at a particular location PC8. meet given targets PC9. deliver work of expected quality despite constraints PC10. receive positive feedback on behaviour and attitude shown during

interaction

Coordinating with colleagues

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC11. interact with colleagues from different functions and understand the nature

of their work PC12. receive spares from tool room or stores; deposit faulty modules and tools to

stores PC13. pass on customer complaints to colleagues in a respective geographical area PC14. assist colleagues with resolving field problems PC15. resolve conflicts and achieve smooth workflow PC16. follow the company policy during cross functional interaction



(Knowledge of the

company /

organization and

its processes)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. company’s policies on: incentives, delivery standards, and personnel

management KA2. importance of the individual’s role in the workflow KA3. reporting structure

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The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. how to communicate effectively KB2. how to build team coordination


A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills


The individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SA1. to deliver product to next work process on time


Decision making

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB1. how to report potential areas of disruptions to work process SB2. when to report to supervisor and when to deal with a colleague depending on

the type of concern

Reflective thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB3. how to improve work process

Critical thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB4. how to spot process disruptions and delays


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NOS Version Control

NOS Code ELE/N9909




Industry Sub-sector IT Hardware Last reviewed on 24/03/14


ELE/N9910 Maintain safe and secure work environment

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Overview

This unit is about the individual’s effort to maintain a safe, healthy and secure working environment.


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Unit Code ELE/N9910

Unit Title (Task)

Maintain safe and secure working environment

Description This OS unit is about following adequate safety procedures to make work environment safe

Scope This unit/ task covers the following:

Follow standard safety procedures while handling an equipment

Participate in company’s safety drills and workshops


Element Performance Criteria Following safety measures

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. comply with safety procedures followed in the company PC2. take adequate safety measures while handling hazardous materials or tools PC3. follow Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) measures for electronic components PC4. escalate matters about hazardous materials or things found in the premises PC5. use safety materials such as gloves, goggles, masks, etc. PC6. take adequate safety measures while on work to prevent accidents PC7. ensure zero accidents in work PC8. avoid damage of components due to negligence in ESD procedures PC9. ensure no loss for company due to safety negligence

Participating in drills and workshops

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC10. participate in regular safety drills for being prepared in the event of a fire or

natural calamity PC11. help others during the drill or calamity PC12. administer basic first aid PC13. participate in company organised games and fitness sessions such as yoga,

etc. PC14. maintain good posture for working so that long term health problems do not

arise



(Knowledge of the

company /

organization and

its processes)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. company’s policies on: incentives, delivery standards, and personnel

management KA2. company occupational safety and health policy followed KA3. company emergency evacuation procedure KA4. company’s medical policy


The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. how to maintain the work area safe and secure KB2. how to handle hazardous material KB3. how to operate hazardous tools and equipment

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KB4. emergency procedures to be followed such as fire accidents, etc.


A. Professional Skills

Handling safety equipment

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB1. the purpose of using safety materials such as gloves, etc. SB2. how to use safety equipment such as fire extinguisher during fire accidents


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NOS Version Control

NOS Code ELE/N9910




Industry Sub-sector IT Hardware Last reviewed on 24/03/14



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Keywords /Terms Description

Sector Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar business and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests.

Sub-sector Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics and interests of its components.

Occupation Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/ related set of functions in an industry.

Function Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector, occupation, or an area of work, which can be carried out by a person or a group of persons. Functions are identified through functional analysis and form the basis of OS.

Sub-function Sub-functions are sub-activities essential to fulfil the achieving the objectives of the function.

Job role Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment opportunity in an organisation.

Occupational Standards (OS)

OS specify the standards of performance an individual must achieve when carrying out a function in the workplace, together with the knowledge and understanding they need to meet that standard consistently. Occupational Standards are applicable both in the Indian and global contexts.

Performance Criteria Performance criteria are statements that together specify the standard of performance required when carrying out a task.

National Occupational Standards (OS)

NOS are occupational standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context.

Qualifications Pack (QP) QP comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, training and other criteria required to perform a job role. A QP is assigned a unique qualifications pack code.

Unit Code Unit code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard, which is denoted by an ‘N’

Unit Title Unit title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent should be able to do.

Description Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be helpful to anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the appropriate OS they are looking for.

Scope Scope is a set of statements specifying the range of variables that an individual may have to deal with in carrying out the function which have a critical impact on quality of performance required.

Knowledge and Understanding

Knowledge and understanding are statements which together specify the technical, generic, professional and organisational specific knowledge that an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard.

Organisational Context Organisational context includes the way the organisation is structured and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility.

Technical Knowledge Technical knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish specific designated responsibilities.

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Core Skills/ Generic Skills

Core skills or generic skills are a group of skills that are the key to learning and working in today’s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment in today’s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment. In the context of the OS, these include communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles.

Keywords /Terms Description

ESD Electrostatic Discharge

IPA Isopropyl alcohol

NOS National Occupational Standard(s)

NVQF National Vocational Qualifications Framework

NSQF National Qualifications Framework

NVEQF National Vocational Education Qualifications Framework

PMD Patient Monitoring Device

PWA Printed Wiring Assembly

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Annexure

Nomenclature for QP and NOS

Qualifications Pack

[ABC]/ Q 0101

Occupational Standard An example of NOS with ‘N’

[ABC] /N0101

Q denoting Qualifications Pack Occupation (2 numbers)

QP number (2 numbers)

9 characters

9 characters

[Insert 3 letter codes for SSC]

N denoting National Occupational Standard Occupation (2 numbers)

OS number (2numbers)

Back to top…

[Insert 3 letter code for SSC]


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The following acronyms/codes have been used in the nomenclature above:

Sub-sector Range of Occupation

numbers

Passive Components 01 - 10

Semiconductors 11 - 20

PCB Manufacturing 21 - 30

Consumer Electronics 31 - 40

IT Hardware 41 - 50

PCB Assembly 51 - 55

Solar Electronics 56 - 60

Strategic Electronics 61 - 65

Automotive Electronics 66 - 70

Industrial Electronics 71 - 75

Medical Electronics 76 - 80

Communication Electronics 81 - 85

PCB Design 86 - 90

LED 91 - 95

Sequence Description Example

Three letters Industry name ELE

Slash / /

Next letter Whether QP or NOS Q

Next two numbers Occupation code 01

Next two numbers OS number 01

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Documents

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xray machine

electronics subsector

different electronics

function os

os units

medical electronics

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