QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY

Contents
1. Introduction and Contacts...P1
2. Qualifications Pack........P2
3. OS Units...P3

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]

4. Glossary of Key Terms..P15

5. Nomenclature for QP & OS..P17

Introduction
Qualifications Pack- Bare Board Testing Operator
SECTOR: ELECTRONICS
SUB-SECTOR: PCB Manufacturing
OCCUPATION: Testing
REFERENCE ID: ELE/Q2401
ALIGNED TO: NCO-2004/7244.50
Bare Board Testing Operator: The Bare Board Testing Operator conducts
electrical test on printed circuit board (PCB), post manufacturing.
Brief Job Description: The individual at work operates a scanner to verify
each circuit connection of the manufactured PCB in order to check for any
shorts or open on the single or multilayer boards ensuring that the bare
board performs as per original circuit design.
Personal Attributes: The job requires the individual to have: good eye sight,
attention to details, standing for long hours, handling large and heavy
boards, and work in high decibel noise and dust-free environment.

Qualifications Pack For Bare Board Testing Operator

ELE/Q2401

Qualifications Pack Code

Job Details

Job Role

Bare Board Testing Operator

Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF)
TBD
[OPTIONAL]
Sector
Electronics
Sub-sector
PCB Manufacturing
Occupation

Testing

Job Role
Role Description
NVEQF/NVQF level
Minimum Educational Qualifications
Maximum Educational Qualifications
Training
Experience

Applicable National Occupational

Standards (NOS)

Version number

1.0

Drafted on
Last reviewed on

03/01/14
24/03/14

Next review date

24/03/15

Bare Board Testing Operator

Test bare boards for open and shorts using scanners and
probes and check that the circuit is as per original design
4
ITI
Diploma
Not applicable
Not applicable
Compulsory:
ELE/N2401 Operate the bare board scanning machine
ELE/N9917 Interact with superiors and colleagues
ELE/N9918 Follow safety standards

1.
2.
3.

Optional:
Not applicable
Performance Criteria

As described in the relevant OS units

ELE/N2401
Operate the bare board scanning machine
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National Occupational
Standard

Overview
This unit is about operating the bare board scanning machine to check the PCBs against the
original circuit in order to reject boards with shorts or open or mistake in layout.

ELE/N2401

National Occupational Standard

Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope

Operate the bare board scanning machine

ELE/N2401
Operate the bare board scanning machine
This OS unit is about operating the bare board scanning machine to check the PCBs for
shorts or open or mistake in layout against original circuit diagram
This unit/task covers the following:

Program the scanning machine and set specifications of the boards circuit
Operate the machine to perform the test
Check visually and complete the test
Achieve productivity and quality standards

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

Element

Performance Criteria

Programming
scanning machine

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:

PC1. load new program on scanner and set parameters
PC2. set program before starting the scanning as per circuit or board code
PC3. set specific parameters, if necessary, as per the boards design specifications
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC4. collect finished boards for testing at the end of production process
PC5. place the boards on the scanner
PC6. test the circuits
PC7. ensure pins are aligned in bed of nails test
PC8. send defective boards for rework and okayed boards for packing
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC9. conduct visual check at every stage of PCB manufacturing up to lamination
stage
PC10. pass or reject board for next stage processing or reworking, respectively
To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to:
PC11. ensure 100% circuit test
PC12. achieve the target number of boards to be tested
PC13. send board in time to the next process
PC14. achieve 100% accuracy in visual inspection
PC15. maintain dust-free environment as per companys policy

Operating scanning
machine

Performing visual
quality check

Achieving
productivity and
quality standards

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. companys policies on: incentives, delivery standards, personnel management
and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
KA2. PCB manufacturing process of the organization
KA3. importance of the individuals role in the workflow
KA4. organizational capabilities with respect to input materials and processes
KA5. reporting structure and hierarchy
KA6. documentation procedures
KA7. safety and quality standards followed in the organization
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B. Technical
Knowledge

Operate the bare board scanning machine

The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1. basics electronics and components
KB2. basic circuit design
KB3. general PCB design and manufacturing process
KB4. layering of boards and circuits within the layers
KB5. bare board testing machine functioning and operation
KB6. flying probe test or bed of nails tester or other methods along with
programming
KB7. common defects in machines and cause analysis
KB8. how to load programs on machine
KB9. Institute for Printed Circuits (IPC) standards for printed circuit boards

Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills

B. Professional Skills

Reading and Writing Skills

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how:
SA1. to document the outcome of functional tests to fill out test reports, test
charts, etc.
SA2. to use computer
SA3. to read machine operating manual
Communication Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how:
SA4. to effectively communicate with the supervisor about defects and rework
SA5. to inform coworkers about recurring failures and work flow issues
Team work and Multitasking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how:
SA6. to work on multiple machines at the same time when instructed
SA7. to work as a team and deliver frame to next work process on time
SA8. manage team conflicts
Reflective Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how:
SB1. to reduce repetitive errors
SB2. to improve work process with less rework
Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how:
SB3. to plan the scheduled work
SB4. to resolve machine related problems effectively, thereby, enhancing machine
performance
Using Tools and Machines
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how:
SB5. to operate the bare board testing machine, flying probe, universal grid, etc.
SB6. to use microscope, magnifying light source, calipers, digital multi meters and
other measuring devices and fixtures

ELE/N2401

Operate the bare board scanning machine

NOS Version Control

NOS Code

ELE/N2401

Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF)
TBD
[OPTIONAL]
Industry
Electronics
Industry Sub-sector

PCB Manufacturing

Version number

1.0

Drafted on

03/01/14

Last reviewed on

24/03/14

Next review date

24/03/15

ELE/N9917
Interact with superiors and colleagues
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National Occupational
Standard

Overview
This unit is about the individuals 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.

ELE/N9917

National Occupational Standard

Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope

Interact with superiors and colleagues

ELE/N9917
Interact with superiors and colleagues
This OS unit is about communicating, coordinating and maintaining proper
relationship with colleagues and seniors in order to achieve smooth work flow
This unit/ task covers the following:

Interact with supervisor or superior

Coordinate with colleagues

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

Element

Performance Criteria

Interacting with
supervisor

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to:

PC1. understand work requirements by receiving instructions from reporting
supervisor
PC2. understand standard operating procedures of the company
PC3. escalate problems that cannot be handled including repetitive PCB defects,
machine failures, potential hazards, process disruptions, repairs and
maintenance of machine
PC4. report work completed and receive feedback on work done
PC5. resolve personnel issues
PC6. rectify errors as per feedback and minimize mistakes to zero in future
PC7. communicate about process flow improvements, quality of output, product
defects received from previous process, repairs and maintenance of tools and
machinery as required and find technical solutions on specific issues
PC8. handover completed work and deliver the work of expected quality despite
constraints
To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to:
PC9. collect required spares and raw materials from tool room or stores
PC10. deposit unused or faulty materials, parts and tools to stores
PC11. assist colleagues where necessary and as per capability
PC12. resolve conflicts with colleagues at work to achieve smooth workflow
PC13. complete rework in time based on feedback from quality or process
departments
PC14. put team over individual goals

Interacting with
colleagues

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. companys policies on: incentives, delivery standards, and personnel
management
KA2. work flow involved in companys process
KA3. importance of the individuals role in the workflow
KA4. reporting structure

ELE/N9917
B. Technical
Knowledge

Interact with superiors and colleagues

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

Skills (S) [Optional]

A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills

B. Professional Skills

Teamwork and Multitasking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how:
SA1. to deliver product to next work process on time
SA2. to share work load as required
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. to reduce repetitive errors and improve work process
Critical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
SB4. how to spot process disruptions and delays

ELE/N9917

Interact with superiors and colleagues

NOS Version Control

NOS Code
Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF)
TBD
[OPTIONAL]
Industry
Electronics
Industry Sub-sector
PCB Manufacturing

ELE/N0017
Version number

1.0

Drafted on
Last reviewed on

03/01/14
24/03/14

Next review date

24/03/15

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ELE/N9918
Follow safety standards
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National Occupational
Standard

Overview
This unit is about the workers commitment towards reporting potential hazards and containing
accidents in order to make the work environment safe, healthy and secure, for self and
colleagues.

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National Occupational Standard

Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope

Follow safety standards

ELE/N0018
Follow safety standards
This OS unit is about following safety procedures, communicating potential hazards
and dangers of accidents on the job
This unit/ task covers the following:
Understand potential sources of accidents
Use safety gear to avoid accidents
Understand the safety procedures followed by the company

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

Element

Performance Criteria

Understanding
potential sources of
accidents

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:

PC1. spot and report potential hazards on time
PC2. follow company policy and rules regarding hazardous materials
PC3. avoid accidents related to use of potentially dangerous chemicals, gases,
sharp tools and hazards from machines which involves exposure to possible
injuries such as cuts, bites, stings, minor burns, etc.
PC4. Handle with care when using an electrical drill and sharp cutting objects
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC5. understand which safety gear must be used for a particular task
PC6. eye, respiratory and hearing protection as per company policy
PC7. use safety gear such as respirator, mask, skull caps, gloves, goggles, jacket ,
etc., as prescribed for the job
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC8. comply with standard health and safety procedure followed in the company
while handling an equipment and hazardous materials and tools or situations
PC9. understand and follow the evacuation procedure properly such as fire drills,
emergency evacuation procedures, first aid to self and others, etc., which
help in case of an emergency
To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to:
PC10. take adequate safety measures while on work to prevent accidents
PC11. ensure zero accidents in work
PC12. avoid damage of components due to negligence in ESD procedures
PC13. ensure no loss for company due to safety negligence
PC14. ensure proper machine maintenance, work process achieving quality outputs
as per the company standard
To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to:
PC15. improve process flow to reduce anticipated or repetitive hazards
PC16. report on mishandling of tools, machines or hazardous materials and on
electrical problems that could result in accident
PC17. escalate about any hazardous materials or things found in the premises
PC18. report about any breach of safety procedure in the company

Using safety gear

Understanding of
safety procedures

Following daily safety

measures

Communicatingto
supervisor

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ELE/N9918

Follow safety standards

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
A. Organizational
KA1. companys policies on handling: harmful chemicals and sharp tools, safety
Context
and hazards of machines, fire safety/drill, first aid and, disposal of harmful
(Knowledge of the
chemicals and materials, quality standards
company /
KA2. company occupational safety and health policy followed
organization and
KA3. company emergency evacuation procedure
its processes)
KA4. companys medical policy
B. Technical

Knowledge

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 follow safety procedures while operating hazardous tools and
equipment
KB4. emergency procedures to be followed such as fire accidents and fire safety
education
KB5. how to use machines and tools without causing bodily harm
KB6. first aid execution
KB7. disposal of hazardous chemicals, tools and materials by following prescribed
environmental norms or as per company policy

Skills (S) [Optional]

A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills

B. Professional Skills

Communication Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how:
SA1. to effectively communicate the danger
SA2. to understand the quality standard of the company
Reflective Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how:
SA3. to learn from past mistakes regarding use of hazardous machines, tools or
chemicals
Critical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
SA4. how to spot danger
SA5. procedure to follow in the event of a fire or other hazard
Handling Safety Equipment
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
SA6. how to use safety materials such as gloves, goggles, face masks, etc.
SA7. how to use safety equipment such as fire extinguisher during fire accidents
Decision Making
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
SA8. importance of reporting potential sources of danger
SA9. appropriate actions to be taken in the event of an accident
SA10. procedure for disposing of hazardous materials, safely and following
environmental guidelines

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ELE/N9918

Follow safety standards

NOS Version Control

NOS Code

ELE/N9918

Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF)
TBD
[OPTIONAL]
Industry
Electronics
Industry Sub-sector

PCB Manufacturing

Version number

1.0

Drafted on

03/01/14

Last reviewed on

24/03/14

Next review date

24/03/15

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Keywords /Terms

Definitions

Sector

Sub-sector
Occupation
Function

Sub-function
Job role
Occupational Standards
(OS)

Performance Criteria
National Occupational
Standards (OS)
Qualifications Pack (QP)

Unit Code
Unit Title
Description

Scope

Knowledge and
Understanding
Organisational Context

Description
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 is derived from a further breakdown based on the
characteristics and interests of its components.
Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/ related set of
functions in an industry.
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-functions are sub-activities essential to fulfil the achieving the
objectives of the function.
Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique
employment opportunity in an organisation.
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 are statements that together specify the standard of
performance required when carrying out a task.
NOS are occupational standards which apply uniquely in the Indian
context.
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 is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard, which is
denoted by an N
Unit title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent
should be able to do.
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 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 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 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.
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Qualifications Pack For Bare Board Testing Operator

Technical knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish
specific designated responsibilities.
Core skills or generic skills are a group of skills that are the key to learning
and working in todays world. These skills are typically needed in any
work environment in todays 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.
Description

IPC Standards

Institute of Printed Circuits Standards

IPR

Intellectual Property Rights

NOS

National Occupational Standard(s)

NVQF

National Vocational Qualifications Framework

NSQF

National Qualifications Framework

NVEQF

National Vocational Education Qualifications Framework

PCB

Printed Circuit Board

QP

Qualifications Pack

Technical Knowledge

Acronyms

Core Skills/ Generic

Skills

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Annexure
Nomenclature for QP and NOS
Qualifications Pack
9 characters

[ABC]/ Q 0101

[Insert 3 letter codes for SSC]

QP number (2 numbers)

Q denoting Qualifications Pack

Occupation (2 numbers)

Occupational Standard

An example of NOS with N

9 characters

[ABC] /N0101

[Insert 3 letter code for SSC]

OS number (2 numbers)

N denoting National Occupational Standard

Occupation (2 numbers)

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

Range of Occupation
numbers

Sub-sector
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
Slash

Industry name
/

ELE
/

Next letter

Whether QP or NOS

Next two numbers

Occupation code

01

Next two numbers

OS number

01

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