Karnataka SSLC Automobile - NSQF (KSEAB) study plan

Identify and demonstrate the correct use of at least 15 hand tools and 8 measuring instruments (vernier caliper, micrometer, feeler gauge, dial gauge, torque wrench) and record their least counts and applications

List workshop safety hazards (fire, electrical, exhaust gas, lifting, chemical) and state the correct PPE and first-aid response for each in a written table

Explain the four-stroke cycle of both petrol and diesel engines and label the function of piston, rings, cylinder head, valves and camshaft on a hand-drawn diagram

Demonstrate safe jacking, lifting and support of a vehicle and correct disposal of used oil, coolant and batteries as per workshop practice

Describe the construction and function of the engine block, cylinder liner, crankshaft, connecting rod, flywheel and bearings, and state one common failure mode for each

Explain valve timing, valve clearance adjustment and the purpose of the timing chain/belt, and sketch valve timing diagrams for petrol and diesel engines

Compare MPFI and common-rail diesel fuel injection layouts and state the role of the ECU, sensors and injectors in each

Measure cylinder bore, piston clearance and valve clearance using the correct instrument and record readings against the manufacturer's limit

Trace the path of fuel from tank to combustion chamber in a petrol MPFI system and in a CRDi system, and name the function of pump, filter, rail, regulator and injector

Explain the properties and correct application of engine oil grades (SAE viscosity, API/ACEA service category) and select the right oil for three given vehicles

Describe the layout and operation of air cooling and water cooling systems, including thermostat, radiator, water pump, pressure cap and coolant ratio

Diagnose three given symptoms (engine overheating, blue exhaust smoke, oil pressure warning) and state the most probable cause and the check to confirm it

Explain the construction and working of a single-plate dry clutch, a constant-mesh gearbox and a synchromesh unit, and identify the parts on a dismantled assembly

Describe the layout and function of propeller shaft, universal joint, differential and final drive, and state the purpose of the differential in a cornering vehicle

Explain steering geometry terms (camber, caster, kingpin inclination, toe-in, toe-out on turns) and state the effect of each on tyre wear and steering feel

Describe the construction of leaf spring, coil spring, MacPherson strut and shock absorber, and list the checks used to assess wear

Explain the hydraulic braking system, disc and drum brakes, and the function of master cylinder, wheel cylinder, proportioning valve and ABS

Inspect and report on a braking system: measure pad/shoe lining thickness, check disc runout and drum condition, bleed the hydraulic circuit and record pedal feel before and after

Check and adjust wheel alignment readings (toe, camber, caster) and tyre condition, and explain the effect of incorrect settings

Explain the layout of the charging, starting and lighting circuits and the function of battery, alternator, regulator, starter motor and fuse box

Test a 12 V lead-acid battery with a hydrometer and multimeter, interpret the readings and state the correct charging procedure

Describe the working of sensors and actuators (crank position, oxygen, coolant temperature, MAP) and how a scan tool fault code is read and interpreted

Prepare a periodic maintenance schedule for a petrol car and a diesel commercial vehicle covering daily, weekly, 5,000 km and 10,000 km checks

Carry out a full service sequence: engine oil and filter change, air filter, fuel filter, coolant top-up, belt tension check and torque fasteners to specification

Explain the causes and repair approach for common body defects (dent, scratch, rust, panel gap) and describe the preparation steps before painting

Describe the painting process from surface preparation through primer, base coat, clear coat and polishing, and state the safety precautions for each stage

Demonstrate washing, claying, compounding and waxing/sealing to produce a defect-free finish on one panel

Draft a one-page CV and a covering note tailored to an automobile technician job advertisement, listing NSQF skills and safety training

Explain the roles and responsibilities of a technician in a workshop, including job card handling, customer communication, warranty documentation and ethical practice

Prepare a simple business plan for a two-bay service workshop covering location, tools, staffing, pricing and break-even estimate

Plan and cost a project (e.g., engine tune-up, brake overhaul or body panel repair) with a materials list, time estimate and quality checklist

Complete two full-length timed mock tests covering all nine domains and score at least 70% in each

Revisit the five weakest topics identified from mock results and write a one-page summary of each from the syllabus

Rehearse the practical viva answers for safety, engine, transmission, electrical and servicing stations with a peer or mentor

Finalise and submit the project file with all signatures, photographs and checklists complete