COMPETENCY BASED CURRICULUM …...towards OSHE and self-learning attitude are to be considered while assessing competency. Assessment will be evidence based comprising the following:

Floriculture & Landscaping

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF SKILL DEVELOPMENT & ENTREPRENEURSHIP

DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF TRAINING

COMPETENCY BASED CURRICULUM

FLORICULTURE & LANDSCAPING (Duration: One Year)

CRAFTSMEN TRAINING SCHEME (CTS)

NSQF LEVEL- 4

SECTOR – AGRICULTURE, HORTICULTURE, FLORICULTURE


FLORICULTURE & LANDSCAPING

(Non-Engineering Trade)

(Revised in 2018)

Version: 1.0

CRAFTSMEN TRAINING SCHEME (CTS)

NSQF LEVEL - 4

Developed By

Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship

Directorate General of Training CENTRAL STAFF TRAINING AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE

EN-81, Sector-V, Salt Lake City, Kolkata – 700 091


The DGT sincerely acknowledges contributions of the Industries, State Directorates,

Trade Experts, Domain Experts and all others who contributed in revising the curriculum. Special acknowledgement is extended by DGT to the following expert members who had contributed immensely in this curriculum.

List of Expert Members participated for finalizing the course curriculum of Floriculture & Landscaping.

S No. Name & Designation Sh/Mr./Ms. Organization Remarks

1. Mr. Ranjan Kumar Das Mohapatra, Dy. Director of Horticulture,

Dept. of Horticulture, Mayurbhanj

Chairman

2. Mr. L.K. Mukherjee, Deputy Director

CSTARI, Kolkata Member

3. Dr. Keshaba Charana Panda, Principal

HDF Gramin ITC, Mayurbhanj Member

4. Mr. Sudershan Mohanty, Dypt.Director Agriculture

Dept. of Agriculture, Mayurbhanj Member

5. Mr. Jagannath Patra, Programme Co-ordinator

Krushi Vigyan Kendra, Mayurbhanj

Member

6. Mr. Sarat Chandra Sethy, Distric Agriculture Officer

Dept.of Agriculture , Betnoti Member

7. Mr. Sudam Kumar Nayak, Plant Protection Officer

Dept.of Agriculture , Betnoti Member

8. Mr. Ch. Swapan Ku. Mohapatra, Director


9. Mr. Sudarshan Das, Secretary

HDF, Bhubaneswar Member

10. Mr. Bhupati Kumar Patra, Vice Principal


11. Mr. Bijay Ku. Das, Lecturer HDF Gramin ITC, Mayurbhanj Member 12. Mr. Sachindra Dalabehera,

Lecturer HDF Gramin ITC, Mayurbhanj Member

13. Dr. Ranjay Ku. Giri, Lecturer HDF Gramin ITC, Mayurbhanj Member 14. Mr. Pradeep Chandra Das,

Lecturer HDF Gramin ITC, Mayurbhanj Member

15. Mr. Shubhadeep Bera, Co-Ordinator


16. Mr. Bishnupada Bhowmick, Lecturer


17. Mrs. Sanghamitra Krushi Vigyan Kendra, Member

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT


Pattanayak, Scientist Hort. Mayurbhanj 18. Dr. Soumen Palit, Principal Green Field Agrotech Pvt. ITI,

Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal Member

19. Mr. Samiron Banerjee, Trade Instructor

Green Field Agrotech Pvt. ITI, Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal

Member


S No. Topics Page No.

1. Course Information 1

2. Training System 2-5

3. Job Role 6-7

4. General Information 8-9

5. NSQF Level Compliance 10

6. Learning/ Assessable Outcome 11-12

7. Learning Outcome with Assessment Criteria 13-17

8. Trade Syllabus 18-30

9. Core Skill – Employability Skill 31-35

10. Annexure I

List of Trade Tools & Equipment 36-38 List of Tools & Equipment for Employability Skill 39

11. Annexure II - Format for Internal Assessment 40

CONTENTS

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During the one-year duration of “Floriculture & Landscaping” trade, a candidate is trained on Professional Skill, Professional Knowledge and Employability Skill. In addition to this, a candidate is entrusted to undertake project work, extracurricular activities and on-the-job training to build up confidence. The broad components covered related to the trade are categorized in two semesters each of six months duration. The semester wise course coverage is categorized as below:

1st Semester – In the first semester trainees learns about agro-meteorology, importance of different elements of weather and climate of agriculture. Soil properties, soil management, formation of soil moisture and its conservation. Role of organic matter in soil and its recycling water and their management. Soil fertility, fertilizers, manures and management of soil fertility & productivity. Fundamentals of floriculture, nursery and seed production. Practicing simple and tongue layering, ground layering, air layering or goo tee. Planting materials and their cultivation practices etc.

2nd Semester – In the second semester trainee learns about identification and study important commercial varieties of the flowering crops. Preparation of ground and beds for planting specific flower crops. Layout of plots and gardens, planning for home gardens, landscape gardens. Preparation and execution of landscape plants maintenance of gardens and lawns. Accessories and containers for flower arrangements. Floral arrangement preparation of floral ornaments bouquets etc. Preparation of bottle gardens, terrarium etc. Protected cultivation of flowers. Identifications and study of poly house, shed net house, mulching. Familiarization with species of honey bees and different types of colony, organization and bee boxes.

2.1 GENERAL

2. TRAINING SYSTEM

1. COURSE INFORMATION

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The Directorate General of Training (DGT) under Ministry of Skill Development &

Entrepreneurship offers a range of vocational training courses catering to the need of different sectors of the economy/ labour market. The vocational training programs are delivered under the aegis of National Council of Vocational Training (NCVT). Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS) and Apprenticeship Training Scheme (ATS) are two pioneer programs of NCVT for propagating vocational training.

‘Floriculture & Landscaping’ trade under CTS is one of the popular courses delivered nationwide through a network of ITIs. The course is of one year (02 semester) duration. It mainly consists of Domain area and Core area. The Domain area (Trade Theory & Practical) imparts professional skills and knowledge, while Core area (Employability Skill) imparts requisite core skills, knowledge, and life skills. After passing out the training program, the trainee is awarded National Trade Certificate (NTC) by NCVT which is recognized worldwide.

Candidates broadly need to demonstrate that they are able to:

· Read and interpret technical parameters/documents, plan and organize work processes, identify necessary materials and tools;

· Perform tasks with due consideration to safety rules, accident prevention regulations and environmental protection stipulations;

· Apply professional skill, knowledge & employability skills while performing jobs.

· Document the technical parameters related to the task undertaken.

2.2 CAREER PROGRESSION PATHWAYS

· Can join Apprenticeship programs in different types of industries leading to a National Apprenticeship certificate (NAC).

· Can join as floral designer, Floral sales representative, General Manager (Plantation) , General Manager, (Agricultural Farm)

2.3 COURSE STRUCTURE

Table below depicts the distribution of training hours across various course elements during a period of one year (02 semesters): -

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S No. Course Element Notional Training Hours

1. Professional Skill (Trade Practical) 1260 2. Professional Knowledge (Trade Theory) 252 3. Employability Skills 110 4. Library & Extracurricular activities 58 5. Project Work 240 6. Revision & Examination 160 Total 2080

2.4 ASSESSMENT & CERTIFICATION

The trainee will be tested for his skill, knowledge and attitude during the period of the course and at the end of the training program as notified by the Government of India (GoI) from time to time. The employability skills will be tested in the first two semesters itself.

a) The Internal Assessment during the period of training will be done by Formative Assessment Method by testing for assessment criteria listed against learning outcomes. The training institute has to maintain an individual trainee portfolio as detailed in assessment guideline. The marks of internal assessment will be as per the template (Annexure – II).

b) The final assessment will be in the form of summative assessment method. The All India Trade Test for awarding NTC will be conducted by NCVT at the end of each semester as per the guideline of Government of India. The pattern and marking structure is being notified by Govt. of India from time to time. The learning outcome and assessment criteria will be the basis for setting question papers for final assessment. The examiner during final examination will also check the individual trainee’s profile as detailed in assessment guideline before giving marks for practical examination.

2.4.1 PASS REGULATION

The minimum pass percentage for practical is 60% & minimum pass percentage of theory subjects is 40%. For the purposes of determining the overall result, 50% weightage is applied to the result of each semester examination. 2.4.2 ASSESSMENT GUIDELINE

Appropriate arrangements should be made to ensure that there will be no artificial barriers to assessment. The nature of special needs should be taken into account while

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undertaking the assessment. Due consideration should be given while assessing for teamwork, avoidance/reduction of scrap/wastage and disposal of scrap/waste as per procedure, behavioral attitude, sensitivity to the environment and regularity in training. The sensitivity towards OSHE and self-learning attitude are to be considered while assessing competency. Assessment will be evidence based comprising the following:

· Job carried out in labs/workshop · Record book/ daily diary · Answer sheet of assessment · Viva-voce · Progress chart · Attendance and punctuality · Assignment · Project work

Evidences of internal assessments are to be preserved until forthcoming semester

examination for audit and verification by examining body. The following marking pattern to be adopted while assessing:

Performance Level Evidence

(a) Weightage in the range of 60%-75% to be allotted during assessment For performance in this grade, the candidate should produce work which demonstrates attainment of an acceptable standard of craftsmanship with occasional guidance, and due regard for safety procedures and practices

· Demonstration of good skill in the use of hand tools, machine tools and workshop equipment.

· Below 70% tolerance dimension achieved while undertaking different work with those demanded by the component/job.

· A fairly good level of neatness and consistency in the finish.

· Occasional support in completing the project/job.

(b) Weightage in the range of 75%-90% to be allotted during assessment

For this grade, a candidate should produce work which demonstrates attainment of a reasonable standard of craftsmanship, with little guidance, and regard for safety procedures and practices

· Good skill levels in the use of hand tools, machine tools and workshop equipment.

· 70-80% tolerance dimension achieved while undertaking different work with those demanded by the component/job.

· A good level of neatness and consistency in the finish.

· Little support in completing the project/job.

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(c) Weightage in the range of more than 90% to be allotted during assessment For performance in this grade, the

candidate, with minimal or no support in organization and execution and with due regard for safety procedures and practices, has produced work which demonstrates attainment of a high standard of craftsmanship.

· High skill levels in the use of hand tools, machine tools and workshop equipment.

· Above 80% tolerance dimension achieved while undertaking different work with those demanded by the component/job.

· A high level of neatness and consistency in the finish.

· Minimal or no support in completing the project.

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Floral Designer; designs, cuts, and arranges live, dried, or artificial flowers and foliage. confers with clients regarding price and type of arrangement desired and the date, time, and place of delivery. Plans arrangement according to client's requirements, utilizing knowledge of design and properties of materials, or select appropriate standard design pattern. Waters plants, and cut, condition, and clean flowers and foliage for storage. Selects flora and foliage for arrangements, working with numerous combinations to synthesize and develop new creations. Order and purchase flowers and supplies from wholesalers and growers. Wraps and price completed arrangements. Trims material and arranges bouquets, wreaths, terrariums, and other items using trimmers, shapers, wire, pins, floral tape, foam, and other materials. Performs office and retail service duties such as keeping financial records, serving customers, answering telephones, selling giftware items and receiving payment. Informs customers about the care, maintenance, and handling of various flowers and foliage, indoor plants, and other items. Decorates or supervises the decoration of buildings, halls, churches, or other facilities for parties, weddings and other occasions.

Floriculturist- (Open Cultivation); performs the duties of a flower crop cultivator in the open field

Floriculturist- (Protected Cultivation); performs the duties of a flower crop cultivator in the green houses.

Seed Grower/Quality Seed Grower; propagates and grows horticultural-specialty products and crops, such as seeds, bulbs, rootstocks, sod, ornamental plants, and cut flowers: Plans acreage utilization and work schedules, according to knowledge of crop culture, climate and market conditions, seed, bulb, or rootstock availability, and employable work force and machinery. Attaches farm implements, such as disk and fertilizer spreader, to tractor and drives tractor in fields to till soil and plant and cultivate crop. Inspects fields periodically to ascertain nutrient deficiencies, detect insect, disease, and pest infestations, and identify foreign-plant growth, and selects, purchases, and schedules materials, such as fertilizers and herbicides, to ensure quality control. Hires field workers; assigns their duties according to scheduled activities, such as planting, irrigating, weeding, and harvesting; and oversees their activities. Maintains personnel and production records. Arranges with customers for sale of crop. May oversee activities, such as product cleaning, grading, and packaging. May provide customer services, such as planning and building planters, walls, and patios, and planting and caring for landscape and display arrangements. May bud or graft scion stock on plantings to alter growth characteristics. May develop new variations of species specialty to produce crops with specialized market appeal. May cultivate out-of-season seedlings and crops, using greenhouse. May cultivate cover crop, such as hay or rye, in rotation with horticultural specialty to rejuvenate soil. May drive and

3. JOB ROLE

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operate self-propelled harvesting machine. May lubricate, adjust, and make minor repairs on farm machinery and equipment.

Reference NCO-2015:

a) 3435.0500 – Floral Designer b) 6113.0601 – Floriculturist- (Open Cultivation) c) 6113.0602 – Floriculturist- (Protected Cultivation) d) 6130.0201 – Seed Grower/Quality Seed Grower

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Name of the Trade Floriculture & Landscaping

NCO - 2015 3435.0500 , 6113.0601, 6113.0602 , 6130.0201

NSQF Level Level-4

Duration of Craftsmen Training One Year (2 Semesters)

Entry Qualification Passed 10th class examination under 10+2 System of education

Unit Strength (No. of Student) 20 (Max. Supernumeraries seats: 6)

Space Norms 10000 Sq. m (1 Hectare plot of land)

Power Norms 2 KW

Instructors Qualification for:

(i) Floriculture & Landscaping Trade

Degree in Agriculture from recognized university with one year post qualification experience in the relevant field.

OR Diploma in Agriculture/ Horticulture from a recognized board of education with two-year post qualification experience in the relevant field.

OR NTC/ NAC passed in the trade with three-year post qualification experience in the relevant field. Desirable: Preference will be given to a candidate with Craft Instructor Certificate (CIC) in the relevant trade. Note: Out of two Instructors required for the unit of 2(1+1), one must have Degree/Diploma and other must have NTC/NAC qualifications.

(ii) Employability Skill MBA OR BBA with two-year experience OR Graduate in Sociology/ Social Welfare/ Economics with two-year experience OR Graduate/ Diploma with two-year experience and trained in Employability Skills from DGT institutes.

AND Must have studied English/ Communication Skills and Basic Computer at 12th/ Diploma level and above.

4. GENERAL INFORMATION

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OR Existing Social Studies Instructors duly trained in Employability Skills from DGT institutes.

List of Tools and Equipment As per Annexure – I

Distribution of training on hourly basis: (Indicative only)

Total Hrs/ Week Trade Practical Trade Theory Employability Skills

Extracurricular Activity

40 Hours 30 Hours 6 Hours 2 Hours 2 Hours

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NSQF level for ‘Floriculture & Landscaping’ trade under CTS: Level 4

As per notification issued by Govt. of India dated- 27.12.2013 on National Skill Qualification Framework total 10 (Ten) Levels are defined.

Each level of the NSQF is associated with a set of descriptors made up of five outcome statements, which describe in general terms, the minimum knowledge, skills and attributes that a learner needs to acquire in order to be certified for that level.

Each level of the NSQF is described by a statement of learning outcomes in five domains, known as level descriptors. These five domains are:

a. Process b. Professional knowledge c. Professional skill d. Core skill e. Responsibility

The Broad Learning outcome of ‘Floriculture & Landscaping’ trade under CTS mostly

matches with the Level descriptor at Level- 4. The NSQF level-4 descriptor is given below:

Level Process Required

Professional Knowledge Professional Skill Core Skill Responsibility

Level 4

Work in familiar, predictable, routine, situation of clear choice

Factual knowledge of field of knowledge or study

Recall and demonstrate practical skill, routine and repetitive in narrow range of application, using appropriate rule and tool, using quality concepts

Language to communicate written or oral, with required clarity, skill to basic Arithmetic and algebraic principles, basic understanding of social political and natural environment

Responsibility for own work and learning

5. NSQF LEVEL COMPLIANCE

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Learning outcomes are a reflection of total competencies of a trainee and assessment will

be carried out as per the assessment criteria.

6.1 GENERIC LEARNING OUTCOME

1. Apply safe working practices.

2. Comply with environment regulation and housekeeping.

3. Assist in exigencies and carry out elementary first-aid during emergencies.

4. Work in a team, understand and practice soft skills, technical English to communicate

with required clarity.

5. Explain energy conservation, global warming and pollution and contribute in day-to-

day work by optimally using available resources.

6. Explain personnel finance, entrepreneurship and manage/organize related task in

day-to-day work for personal & societal growth.

6.2 SPECIFIC LEARNING OUTCOME

SEMESTER-I 7. Identify metrological instruments and understand the diversity within the profession

of Floriculture.

8. Identify Plant morphology, different plant varieties and plant families.

9. Identify different Soil types, Methods of soil sampling and collection, detection on

physical and chemical properties of soil, Interpret soil test reports for proper

rectification.

10. Measure Soil fertility and apply soil fertility management for improvement of fertility

of soil.

11. Apply integrated nutrient Management system (INMS) in the field.

12. Identify and select different propagation methods, Handling of seed, bulbs, cut

flowers, Nursery plants, pot plants.

13. Identify and apply method of vegetative propagation and its management.

6. LEARNING/ ASSESSABLE OUTCOME

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SEMESTER-II

14. Identify Commercial Flowers and their packaging.

15. Identify the diseases and apply the pesticide as per requirement.

16. Plan and execute Survey for landscaping and various types of indoor gardening.

17. Carry out Protected cultivation of flower.

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GENERIC LEARNING/ ASSESSABLE OUTCOME

LEARNING/ ASSESSABLE OUTCOME ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Apply safe working practices.

1.1 Follow and maintain procedures to achieve a safe working environment in line with occupational health and safety regulations and requirements, and according to policy.

1.2 Recognize and report all unsafe situations according to policy.

1.3 Identify and take necessary precautions on fire and safety hazards and report according to work policy and procedures.

1.4 Identify, handle and store/ dispose-off dangerous goods and substances according to policy and procedures following safety regulations and requirements.

1.5 Identify and observe policies and procedures with regard to illness or accident.

1.6 Identify safety alarms accurately. 1.7 Report supervisor/ competent of authority in the event of

accident or sickness of any staff and record accident details correctly according to accident/injury procedures.

1.8 Identify and observe evacuation procedures according to site policy.

1.9 Identify Personal Productive Equipment (PPE) and use the same as per related working environment.

1.10 Identify basic first-aid and use them under different circumstances.

1.11 Identify different fire extinguisher and use the same as per requirement.

2. Comply with

environment regulation and housekeeping.

2.1 Identify environmental pollution & contribute to the avoidance of instances of environmental pollution.

2.2 Deploy environmental protection legislation & regulations. 2.3 Take opportunities to use energy and materials in an

environmentally friendly manner. 2.4 Avoid waste and dispose waste as per procedure.

3. Assist in exigencies and

carry out elementary first-aid during emergencies.

3.1 Demonstrate elementary first-aids. 3.2 Demonstrate safety practices to be observed in kitchen. 3.3 Demonstrate use of personal protective dresses. 3.4 Identify emergency exit route. 3.5 Demonstrate fire fighting procedure using fire extinguishers.

7. LEARNING OUTCOME WITH ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

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4. Work in a team, understand and practice soft skills, technical English to communicate with required clarity.

4.1 Obtain sources of information and recognize information. 4.2 Use documents, regulations and occupationally related

provisions. 4.3 Conduct appropriate and target oriented discussions with

higher authority and within the team. 4.4 Present facts and circumstances, possible solutions & use

English and French terminology. 4.5 Resolve disputes within the team. 4.6 Conduct written communication.

5. Explain energy

conservation, global warming, pollution, and contribute in day- to-day work by using available resources optimally.

5.1 Explain the concept of energy conservation, global warming, and pollution and utilize the available resources optimally & remain sensitive to avoid environment pollution.

5.2 Explain standard procedure for disposal of waste.

6. Explain personnel

finance, entrepreneurship and manage/organize related task in day-to- day work for personal & societal growth.

6.1 Explain personnel finance and entrepreneurship. 6.2 Explain role of various schemes and institutes for self-

employment, financing/ non-financing support agencies to familiarize with the policies/ programmes, procedure & the available scheme.

6.3 Prepare a report to become an entrepreneur for submission to financial institutions.

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SPECIFIC LEARNING/ ASSESSABLE OUTCOME

LEARNING/ ASSESSABLE OUTCOME ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

SEMESTER-I 7. Identify metrological

instruments and understand the diversity within the profession of Floriculture.

7.1 Importance of different elements of weather and climate in agriculture.

7.2 Knowledge on different agro-climatic regions of the country. 7.3 Knowledge on crops grown relating to seasonal pattern, its

field preparation methods, sowing and harvest. 7.4 Identify different meteorological instruments and its use. 7.5 Observe the different meteorological data and draw sketches. 7.6 Knowledge on fundamentals of horticulture. 7.7 Identification of plants based on botanical classification. 7.8 List-out common names and botanical names 7.9 Describe the commercial importance of horticulture plants.

8. Identify Plant

morphology, different plant varieties and plant families.

8.1 Knowledge on plant morphology. 8.2 Identify different plant varieties. 8.3 Identify different plant families.

9. Identify different Soil

types, Methods of soil sampling and collection, detection on physical and chemical properties of soil, Interpret soil test reports for proper rectification.

9.1 Identify different soil types 9.2 Demonstrate soil sampling method, collection of soil, and

procedure for sending to soil testing laboratory 9.3 Knowledge on physical and chemical properties of soil 9.4 Interpret soil test report 9.5 Execute measurement of soil pH by litmus method and

electronic pH meter. 9.6 Analyze soil water holding capacity 9.7 Demonstrate the use of soil testing kit. 9.8 Knowledge on soil correction methods for acid soil, saline soil

and alkaline soil. 9.9 Demonstrate recycling methods of organic matter in soil 9.10 Illustrate role of organic matter in soil. 9.11 Demonstrate collection methods of Azolla and BGA. 9.12 Describe the use of Azolla and BGA

10. Measure Soil fertility and

apply soil fertility management for

10.1 Knowledge on soil fertility and soil fertility management. 10.2 Knowledge on fertilizer and organic manures. 10.3 List out different methods of composting

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improvement of fertility of soil.

10.4 Differentiate between FYM, sludge, poultry manure, vermin compost and NADEP compost.

10.5 Execute the process of vermin compost and NADEP compost 10.6 Evaluate the nutrient content of FYM, sludge, poultry manure,

vermin compost and NADEP compost. 10.7 Describe the role of different organic matter on improving soil

quality.

11. Apply integrated nutrient Management system (INMS) in the field.

11.1 Knowledge on Integrated nutrient management system (INMS) 11.2 Knowledge on green manure crops, its cultivation and package

of practice. 11.3 Identify seeds of different green manure crops. 11.4 Identify different green manure crops. 11.5 List out different green manure crops. 11.6 Demonstrate and describe the methods of incorporation of

green manure crops for improving soil fertility. 12. Identify and select

different propagation methods, Handling of seed, bulbs, cut flowers, Nursery plants, pot plants.

12.1 Demonstrate different propagation methods 12.2 Demonstrate handling of seeds, bulbs, cut flowers, nursery

plants and pot plants. 12.3 Knowledge on environmental factors, photo-periodism,

dormancy and growth regulators. 12.4 Illustrate protected cultivation 12.5 Identify and describe different garden tools 12.6 Identify different diseases, insect and weeds 12.7 Knowledge on irrigation and its management 12.8 Concept on different type and methods of irrigation 12.9 Install different irrigation systems 12.10 Knowledge on water management 12.11 Knowledge on nursery management and seed production

methods 13. Identify and apply

method of vegetative propagation and its management.

13.1 Demonstrate different methods of vegetative propagation 13.2 Knowledge on management of vegetative propagation 13.3 Demonstrate different methods of bulb and corm production 13.4 Knowledge on harvest and storage of bulb/ corm of different

flowering plants. 13.5 Identify different ornamental plants, flowering plants, indoor

and bonsai plants. 13.6 Knowledge on grading and packaging of seeds, seedlings,

rooted cuttings pot plants, lawn grass, trees, shrubs, cacti, bonsai etc.

13.7 Demonstrate pruning and shaping of plants

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13.8 Knowledge selection of suitable plant species for landscaping, pot plants, lawn grass and bonsai

13.9 Illustrate package of practice of pot plants, lawn grasses, landscape plants and bonsai.

SEMESTER-II 14. Identify Commercial

Flowers and their packaging.

14.1 Identify commercial flowers. 14.2 List out different commercial flowers. 14.3 Illustrate package of practice of different commercial flowers. 14.4 Knowledge on quality assessment, pulsing, conditioning,

storage, packing of commercial flowers like lose flowers, long stem cut flowers, perennials, cut greens and annuals.

15. Identify the diseases and

apply the pesticide as per requirement.

15.1 Identify pests and diseases. 15.2 Prepare solution and application of sprays or dusts. 15.3 Check quality parameters for cut flowers for domestic markets

and for export. 16. Plan and execute Survey

for landscaping and various types of indoor gardening.

16.1 Knowledge on survey and drafting methods for landscaping. 16.2 Knowledge on making layouts and design for landscaping. 16.3 Design and execute landscape garden. 16.4 Knowledge on history, styles, scope and importance of

gardening. 16.5 Select plants for landscaping and gardening. 16.6 Knowledge on maintenance of gardens and lawns. 16.7 List out and describe different garden types. 16.8 Demonstrate different styles of bottle garden and terrarium. 16.9 Select different pot plants. 16.10 Demonstrate the arrangement of different pot plants. 16.11 Knowledge on maintenance of different pot plants. 16.12 Demonstrate different floral arrangements. 16.13 Demonstrate oriental, western and Japanese (Ikebana) floral

arrangements. 16.14 List out accessories and containers for floral arrangements. 16.15 Prepare floral ornaments and bouquets. 16.16 Knowledge on conditioning of cut flowers. 16.17 Demonstrate arrangement of cut flower and cut green. 16.18 Knowledge on prolonging self life of vase flowers.

17. Carry out Protected

cultivation of flower.

17.1 Knowledge on protected cultivation of flowers. 17.2 Identify poly house, shed net house and mulching. 17.3 Construct ploy house, shed net house. 17.4 Knowledge on mulching.

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SYLLABUS - FLORICULTURE & LANDSCAPING

FIRST SEMESTER – 06 Months

Week No.

Reference Learning Outcome

Professional Skills (Trade Practical)

With Indicative Hours

Professional Knowledge (Trade Theory)

1-4 Identify metrological instruments and understand the diversity within the profession of Floriculture.

1. Identification of meteorological instruments. (10 hrs)

2. Demonstration for recording of a) Rainfall, b) Temperature, c) Humidity, d) Wind direction and

speed, e) Evaporation and f) Sunshine hours. (36 hrs)

3. Installation of the above instruments. (40 hrs)

4. Recording meteorological data. (10 hrs)

5. Visit to agro-meteorological Stations. (20 hrs)

6. Follow General Safety, Occupational health and hygiene. (04 hrs)

a) Importance of different elements of weather and climate in agriculture- rainfall, temperature, humidity, sunshine, wind speed and direction.

b) Agro-climatic regions with their special character, Weather and climate of West Bengal - Annual and Seasonal pattern relating crop season, highlighting seasonal variation, Winter - Rabi, Summer - Pre - kharif, Monsoon - maturity and harvesting of Kharif crops and field preparation and sowing of Rabi crops.

c) Brief idea about Special weather phenomena and hazard weather events viz, cyclonic storm and storm surge, flood, drought, heat and cold wave, hail storm, western disturbances and associated weather events : Their nature, period and areas of occurrence and effect On crops and crop management.

8. SYLLABUS

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Weather forecast & its implication.

5-6 Identify Plant morphology, different plant varieties and plant families.

7. Germination, parts of roots, stems flowers and seeds. Identification of families/ varieties. (60 hrs)

Morphology, Physiology and other preliminary knowledge.

7-9 Identify different Soil types, Methods of soil sampling and collection, detection on physical and chemical properties of soil, Interpret soil test reports for proper rectification.

Soils and Soil Management - 8. Visual identification of textural

type of soils. (05 hrs) 9. Collection of soil samples,

procedure for sending samples to Soil Testing Laboratory. (06 hrs)

10. Interpretation of soil testing results and fertilizer recommendation. (05 hrs)

11. Practicing different methods of correction of soil acidity, such as liming, sludge, wood ash, dolomite, basic slag, rock phosphate with frequency and rate of application. (06 hrs)

12. Study of soil particles - salt, silt, clay. Study soil porosity. (04 hrs)

13. Study bulk and particle density of soil. (03 hrs)

14. Study soil types based on textural classes. (04 hrs)

15. Study different structures of soil. (02 hrs)

16. Study soil reaction- Measurement of pH by litmus method and using electronics devices. (05 hrs)

17. Study water holding capacity of soil. (03 hrs)

18. Visit to acid soil and saline soil

Texture (definition, particle size of soil ingredients i.e.sand, silt, clay) classification and importance. Porosity, bulk density & particle density. Structure (definition, classification, importance), water holding capacity, pH, EC, CEC, Soil solution, Soil classes on the basis of agro climatic zones. Acid, Alkaline and Saline soils:

(i) Definition, (ii) Causes, (iii) Problems and (iv) Methods of correction.

Acid Soils - different methods of correction of soil acidity, such as liming, sludge, wood ash, dolomite, basic slag, rock phosphate - their composition, frequency and rate of application. Saline soils - Corrections through improvement of drainage, flushing, leaching, scrapping. Methods to combat the salinity problems. Adoption of different agronomic practices such as ridge and furrow methods of sowing and irrigation, growing of salt tolerant crops.

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areas and identification of field problems. (09 hrs)

19. Visit to a soil testing laboratory and use of soil testing kit. (10 hrs)

20. Practice method of correction of acid soil by application of various materials such as lime, sludge, wood ash, dolomite, basic slag, rock phosphate. (06 hrs)

21. Practicing methods of corrections through improvement of drainage, flushing, leaching and scrapping. (04 hrs)

22. Practicing methods to combat the salinity problems. (04 hrs)

23. Adoption of different agronomic practices such as ridge and furrow methods of sowing and irrigation. (03 hrs)

24. Practice correction methods through application of Sulphur and Gypsum - frequency and rate of application. (04 hrs)

Role of organic matter in soil and its recycling – 25. Collection and use of Azolla,

BGA and its multiplication. (05 hrs)

26. Study of recycling of organic matter. (02 hrs)

Alkaline soils - Correction through application of Sulphur and Gypsum - frequency and rate of application. a) Concept of soil organic matter

- humus. b) Role of organic matter (OM):

Effect of OM on soil properties such as structure. Effect of OM on soil micro-organisms. Effect of OM on soil fertility.

c) Recycling of OM in the field. d) C/N Ratio of Soil and organic

matter.

10-14 Measure Soil fertility and apply soil fertility management for improvement of fertility of soil. Apply integrated

Soil fertility, Manures and Fertilizers, Fertility Management -

27. Practice of Integrated Nutrient Management System (INMS) in the field. (10 hrs)

a) Soil fertility, productivity and its maintenance. Concept and practices of INMS.

b) Different types of manures such as compost (NADEP compost, Vermi compost),

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nutrient Management system (INMS) in the field.

28. Identification of seeds of Green Manuring crops. (10 hrs)

29. Identification of different Green Manuring crops -Dhaincha, Kalai, Cowpea, Subabul, Glyricidia. (10 hrs)

30. Demonstration and incorporation of green manuring crops. (10 hrs)

31. Identification of bio-fertilizers. (05 hrs)

32. Preparation of bio-fertilizers. (10 hrs)

33. Practice of bio-fertilizers, application, techniques. (10 hrs)

34. Field diagnostic study for deficiency symptoms of nutrient elements. (10 hrs)

35. Identification of fertilizers and micronutrient containing chemicals. (05 hrs)

36. Practice application of fertilizers and manures by various means. (10 hrs)

37. Study of leaching, run-off, chemical and biological fixation of nitrogen. (10 hrs)

38. Study of nodulation. (05 hrs) 39. Practice cultural methods

such as recycling or application of crop residue, ploughing, leveling, application of O.M., fertilizers and soil amendments, crop rotation and adoption of appropriate cropping systems for maintenance of soil

FYM, Sludge, Poultry manure : Their nutrient contents and role in improving soil and soil fertility.

c) Green manure - Role of Green Manuring in crop production Green manuring , its principles, methods and practices. Different types of Green Manure crops. Cultivation of important GM crops such as Dhaincha, Kalai, Cowpea, Sunhemp, Glyricidia.

d) Bio-fertilizer - (i) Concept and classification. (ii) Use of bio-fertilizer as

Azolla, Blue-green algae, Rhizobium, Azotobactor, Phosphate and Potash solubilizing bacteria and mycorrhiza- their propagation, source of availability, application and limitations.

e) Essential plant nutrient elements - Role of Major and Minor plant nutrient elements. Deficiency symptoms.

f) Chemical Fertilizers : (i) Classification (both

macro and micro-nutrient containing fertilizers), nutrient contents.

(ii) Method of fertilizer application: Broadcasting,

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fertility. (20 hrs) Fundamentals of Floriculture 40. Common garden operations

using different implements. (15 hrs)

41. Identification & practice Bio fertilizer. (10 hrs)

Band and furrow placement, Ring placement, Foliar spray - their advantages and disadvantages.

(iii)Time of fertilizer application.

g) Depletion of Soil fertility : (i) Factors affecting such as

leaching, run-off, chemical and biological fixation of nitrogen, denitrification, volatilization, crop removal.

(ii) Maintenance of soil fertility : through adoption of cultural methods such as recycling or application of crop residue, ploughing, leveling, application of O.M., fertilizers and soil amendments, crop rotation and adoption of appropriate cropping systems.

Introduction and scope; branches of industry Present situation & scope, (Cut flowers, pot plants, seeds and bulbs, essential oil Landscaping, interiorscaping).

15-19 Identify and select different propagation methods, Handling of seed, bulbs, cut

42. Handling of soils, purpose of nursery bed, potting media, potting etc. (10 hrs)

43. Propagation by cutting,

Soils and other media, manures and fertilizers, Irrigation. Bio fertilizer. Environmental factors,

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flowers, Nursery plants, pot plants.

budding, grafting. (15 hrs) 44. Audio Visual demonstration.

(10 hrs) 45. Handling of seeds, bulbs, cut

flowers, nursery plants, pot plants. (15 hrs)

46. Audio Visual demonstration. (10 hrs)

47. Acquaintance with soil types, various manures, fertilizers, Vermi compost, pesticides, growth regulator. (10 hrs)

Nursery and Seed Production:- 48. Studying and identification of

seeds & testing viability. (10 hrs)

49. Seed treatment, soil treatment before sowing. (10 hrs)

50. Studying seed sowing in beds and containers. (10 hrs)

51. Studying different media, soil mixture for raising plants by seeds, cutting. (10 hrs)

52. Methods of different types of seed sowing. (10 hrs)

53. Transplanting or potting the seedling in the pots, polythene bags and in other containers. (10 hrs)

54. Studying of floricultural tools used in maintenance and in propagation. (10 hrs)

55. Studying propagation by runners, suckers, off shoots & other vegetative means. (10 hrs)

ecological physiology, photo periodism, dormancy, growth regulators.

· Cultivation under protection.

· Garden implements and important operations, control of diseases, insects and weeds.

· Methods of propagation. · Time of Propagation.

Methods of seeds & bulbs collection and storing. Post harvest technology of cut flowers, seeds, bulbs. Irrigation & Water management. Including micro irrigation techniques like drip, sprinkler, fogger, fustigation, etc Nursery and Seed Production:- Introduction: Importance of Nursery and seed production, selection of site for open and covered culture. Soil preparation, soil sterilization, propagating structures, preparation of soil mixture for seed sowing and pot plants. Seed production methods for pure seed, open seed, cross pollinated seed and hybrid seed, harvesting, cleaning, seed testing, germination test and packing. Seedling production methods for annuals and other herbaceous ornamentals and their methods of packing. Selection of Nursery sites & structures.

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20-22 Identify and apply method of vegetative propagation and its management.

56. Studying the propagating materials - their harvesting and storing etc. (03 hrs)

57. Preparing of Nursery plants by various vegetative methods & their maintenance. (07 hrs)

58. Practicing simple and tongue layering, ground layering, air layering or gootee. (06 hrs)

59. Practicing leaf cutting and leaf bud cutting. (05 hrs)

60. Transplanting of rootstock for preparing grafts. (02 hrs)

61. Practicing various budding methods on different rootstock at different times. (04 hrs)

62. Harvesting different types of seed. (02 hrs)

63. Repotting of pot bound plants Pinching, disbudding and application of growth regulators. (06 hrs)

64. Studying Bonsai plants, containers and methods of making, preserving, watering, disease and pest, packing etc. (05 hrs)

65. Grading of container grown plants. (06 hrs)

66. Studying packing of seed, seedlings, rooted cuttings pot plants, Lawn grass, Trees, Shrubs - Cacti, Bonsai. (07 hrs)

67. Studying different types of boxes used for packing. (02 hrs)

Planting Materials and their Cultivation Practices

Bulb Corm production and storage methods for Gladiolus, Tuberose, Freesia, Dahlia, Amaryllis, Begonia, Glaxonia, Football Lily, Day lily, Spider lily and other lilies, Crinum, Daffodil and Narcissus, Iris, Caladium, Tulip, Carinas and Zephyr lily etc. Methods of harvest, protection, storage and packing. Pot Plants: Important foliage plants. Flower plants, Cacti, Succulents, Palm, Conifers and their methods of propagation, maintenance and packing. Lawn grasses: Seed and turf for plains, hills and coastal regions. Seed and turf production and their methods of packing and supply. Landscape plants: Trees, Shrubs, Climbers, ground covers. Hedge and edge plants, bamboos. Rock plants, ater plants and their propagation and packing methods. Method of production of Herbaceous rooted cuttings/suckers- Chrysanthemum, Carnation, Dahlia, Gerbera, and Anthurium etc. Methods of production of budded / grafted plants - Rose, Bougainvillea, Hibiscus. Bonsai: Importance, Criteria for selection of plants, various steps in Bonsai & forest. Methods of making Bonsai containers and soil potting & repotting. Training, pruning and punching; watering, manuring, pest and

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68. Method of identifying major types of ornamental plants. (04 hrs)

69. Flowering (Trees, Shrubs, Climbers, Cacti, Succulents,

70. House plants etc.) (07 hrs) 71. Pruning and shaping of the

plants. (03 hrs) 72. Identification of indoor and

bonsai plants. (04 hrs) 73. Other cultural practices like

planting time and distances. (03 hrs)

74. Methods of planting, nutrition, irrigation & plant protection. (03 hrs)

75. Culture of Pot plants. (03 hrs) 76. Identification of weeds and

their control. (04 hrs) 77. Making of herbaceous and

shrubbery borders. (04 hrs)

diseases and their control & methods of packing. Importance of identification and classification. Description of the categories of ornamental plants, lawns, pot plants, cut flower crops, bulbous plants, annuals and other bedding plants, rock garden plants and aquatic plants. Cultural practices: soil and climate, land preparation and planting, manuring, irrigation and other intercultural operations. Control of insect pests, diseases and weeds. Detailed study (plant height, shape and spread; flower colour, time and blooming duration foliage/fruit/bark beauty, hardiness, deciduous/evergreen) and uses of important species of each category wherever applicable. Landscape plants : a) Trees, b) Lawn, c) Shrubs, d) Hedges, e) Edges, f) Climbers, g) Pot plants, h) Cut flower crops, i) Annuals and other bedding plants, j) Bulbous plants, k) Flock gardens, 1) Aquatic plants etc.

23-24 Project work/ Industrial visit

25 Revision 26 Examination

Note: -

1. Instructor may design their own project and also inputs from local industry may be taken for designing such new project.

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2. The project should broadly covered maximum skills in the particular trade and must involve some problem solving skill. Emphasis should be on Teamwork: Knowing the power of synergy/ collaboration, Work to be assigned in a group (Group of at least 4 trainees). The group should demonstrate Planning, Execution, Contribution and application of Learning. They need to submit Project report.

3. If the instructor feels that for execution of specific project more time is required than he may plan accordingly to produce components/ sub-assemblies in appropriate time i.e., may be in the previous semester or during execution of normal trade practical.

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SYLLABUS - FLORICULTURE & LANDSCAPING

SECOND SEMESTER – 06 Month

Week No.

Reference Learning outcome

Professional Skills (Trade Practical)

With Indicative Hours

Professional Knowledge (Trade Theory)

27-34 Identify Commercial Flowers and their packaging.

78. Identification and study of important commercial varieties of the flowering crops. (40 hrs)

79. Preparation of ground and beds for planting specific flower crops. (60 hrs)

80. Top dressing (application of fertilizers for specific flower crops). (30 hrs)

81. Pinching and disbudding in specific flower crops. (40 hrs)

82. Providing support and training for specific crops. (30 hrs)

83. Use of growth regulators. (10 hrs)

84. Preparation of solutions and applications. (10 hrs)

85. Study of packing materials – wrapping and tying materials, packing cartons. (20 hrs)

Scope, importance, cultivars, soil and climatic requirements, propagation, nutrition and water management, management of insect pests, diseases and weeds, specific cultural operations, harvesting, grading, pulsing, storage. Packing of the following commercially important flowers : For lose flowers: Jasmines, Chrysanthemums, Rose, Crossandra, Barleria, Balsam, Marigold, China aster, Tuberose, Garenias, Dahlia, Hibiscus. For long stem cut flowers : Perennials: Rose, Gladiolus, Carnation, Gerbera Chrysanthemums. Orchids, Anthuriums, Water lilies, Freesia, Iris, Lilium amaryllis, Tulip, Hyacinth, Tuberose, Haemanthus, Dahlia, Narcissus, Hemerocallis Sterlitzia, Helicormia. Annuals : Antirrhinum, Aster, Delphinium, Dianthus, Centauria, Celosia, (Cockscomb) Helichrysum, Gazenia, Statice Gomphrena, Stock, Candytuft, Gypsophila. Cut Greens: Asparagus, Ferns, Grevillea, Callistemon, Solidago, Palms,

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Cycad, Thuja, Lemon grass; Prunus, Russelia. Specific cultural requirements for certain crops (Chrysanthemum, Carnation, Rose, Marigold) such as pinching, disbudding, regulation.

35-38 Identify the diseases and apply the pesticide as per requirement.

86. Identification of pests and diseases. (10 hrs)

87. Preparation of solutions and application of sprays or dusts. (10 hrs)

88. Study of quality parameters for cut flowers for domestic markets and for export. (10 hrs)

89. Study of pulsing solutions and holding of cut flowers. (10 hrs)

90. Harvesting, conditioning and storage of cut flowers. (10 hrs)

91. Packing of cut flowers for local and out station markets and for export. (10 hrs)

92. Study of poly houses, net houses, tunnels etc. for cultivation under cover, and preparation of estimates and plans. (10 hrs)

93. Control of temperature, humidity, and light in covered structures. (10 hrs)

94. Preparation of flowers for display for flower shows. (10 hrs)

95. Visit to Commercial Nurseries, Cut flower production Enterprises, Flower Shows, Flower Markets. (30 hrs)

Scheduling/forcing of flowering, use of growth regulators. Cultivation under cover such as Poly & Net Houses and specific requirements of control of light temperature & humidity for flower crops such as Chrysanthemum, Carnation, Rose, Orchids.

39-45 Plan and execute Survey for

Landscaping & Indoor Gardening 96. Tours, surveying and drafting.

Importance and scope. History & styles of gardens, famous

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landscaping and various types of indoor gardening.

(10 hrs) 97. Preparation and execution of

landscape plants. (30 hrs) 98. Maintenance of gardens and

lawns. (25 hrs) 99. Accessories and containers for

Flower arrangements. (25 hrs) 100. Floral arrangement. (30 hrs) 101. Preparation of floral

ornaments, bouquets etc. (35 hrs)

102. Preparation of bottle gardens, terrarium etc. (30 hrs)

103. Maintenance and recycling of indoor pot plants. (25 hrs)

gardens. Application of elements and principles. Features and components of gardens. Home gardens and garden structures. Enrichment items and right lighting. Soil, water and energy conservation through Landscaping. Selection of plants based on landscape value and uses. Maintenance of gardens and lawns. Avenue trees. Indoor gardens, terrace gardens, window gardens, trough/bottle garden, aquarium, baskets, mini landscape, Rock Gardens. Selection and arrangements of indoor pot plants, their care and recycling. Preparation of Garden competitions and Flower shows. Preparation for Floral ornaments – Garlands, Bangles, Crowns, Veni, Rangoli; baskets and bouquets, button holes, corsages. Principles and styles of flower arrangement, characteristics of Oriental, Western and Japanese (Ikebana) arrangements. Conditioning of cut flowers and cut greens form arrangement. Drying of plant material and selection of additional items used in flower arrangements.

Prolonging self life of Vase flowers.

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46 Carry out Protected cultivation of flower.

104. Protected Cultivation of flowers. (15 hrs)

105. Identification and study of poly house, shed net house, mulching. (15 hrs)

Poly house, shed net house, mulching.

47-50 Project work/ Industrial visit

51 Revision 52 Examination

Note: -

1. Instructor may design their own project and also inputs from local industry may be taken for designing such new project.

2. The project should broadly covered maximum skills in the particular trade and must involve some problem solving skill. Emphasis should be on Teamwork: Knowing the power of synergy/ collaboration, Work to be assigned in a group (Group of at least 4 trainees). The group should demonstrate Planning, Execution, Contribution and application of Learning. They need to submit Project report.

3. If the instructor feels that for execution of specific project more time is required than he may plan accordingly to produce components/ sub-assemblies in appropriate time i.e., may be in the previous semester or during execution of normal trade practical.

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CORE SKILL – EMPLOYABILITY SKILL

First Semester

1. English Literacy Duration : 20 hrs Marks : 09

Pronunciation Accentuation (mode of pronunciation) on simple words, Diction (use of word and speech)

Functional Grammar Transformation of sentences, Voice change, Change of tense, Spellings.

Reading Reading and understanding simple sentences about self, work and environment

Writing Construction of simple sentences Writing simple English

Speaking/ Spoken English

Speaking with preparation on self, on family, on friends/ classmates, on known people, picture reading, gain confidence through role-playing and discussions on current happening, job description, asking about someone's job, habitual actions. Cardinal (fundamental) numbers, ordinal numbers. Taking messages, passing on messages and filling in message forms, Greeting and introductions, office hospitality, Resumes or curriculum vita essential parts, letters of application reference to previous communication.

2. IT Literacy Duration : 20 hrs Marks : 09

Basics of Computer Introduction, Computer and its applications, Hardware and peripherals, Switching on-Starting and shutting down of the computer.

Computer Operating System

Basics of Operating System, WINDOWS, The user interface of Windows OS, Create, Copy, Move and delete Files and Folders, Use of External memory like pen drive, CD, DVD etc. Use of Common applications.

Word Processing and Worksheet

Basic operating of Word Processing, Creating, Opening and Closing Documents, Use of shortcuts, Creating and Editing of Text, Formatting the Text, Insertion &Creation of Tables. Printing document. Basics of Excel worksheet, understanding basic

9. SYLLABUS - CORE SKILLS

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commands, creating simple worksheets, understanding sample worksheets, use of simple formulas and functions, Printing of simple excel sheets.

Computer Networking and Internet

Basic of Computer Networks (using real life examples), Definitions of Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), Internet, Concept of Internet (Network of Networks), Meaning of World Wide Web (WWW), Web Browser, WebsSite, Web page and Search Engines. Accessing the Internet using Web Browser, Downloading and Printing Web Pages, Opening an email account and use of email. Social media sites and its implication. Information Security and antivirus tools, Do's and Don'ts in Information Security, Awareness of IT - ACT, types of cyber crimes.

3. Communication Skills Duration : 15 hrs Marks : 07

Introduction to Communication Skills

Communication and its importance Principles of effective communication Types of communication - verbal, non-verbal, written, email, talking on phone. Non-verbal communication -characteristics, components-Para-language Body language Barriers to communication and dealing with barriers. Handling nervousness/ discomfort.

Listening Skills Listening-hearing and listening, effective listening, barriers to effective listening, guidelines for effective listening. Triple- A Listening - Attitude, Attention & Adjustment. Active listening skills.

Motivational Training Characteristics essential to achieving success. The power of positive attitude. Self awareness Importance of commitment Ethics and values Ways to motivate oneself Personal goal setting and employability planning.

Facing Interviews Manners, etiquettes, dress code for an interview Do's &don'ts for an interview

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Behavioral Skills Problem solving Confidence building Attitude

Second Semester

4. Entrepreneurship Skills Duration : 15 hrs Marks : 06

Concept of Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneur - Entrepreneurship - Enterprises: Conceptual issue Entrepreneurship vs. management, Entrepreneurial motivation. Performance &record, Role &function of entrepreneurs in relation to the enterprise & relation to the economy, Source of business ideas, Entrepreneurial opportunities, The process of setting up a business.

Project Preparation & Marketing Analysis

Qualities of a good entrepreneur, SWOT and risk analysis. Concept &Application of PLC, Sales &Distribution management. Difference between small scale &large scale business, Market survey, Method of marketing, Publicity and advertisement, Marketing mix.

Institution’s Support Preparation of project. Role of various schemes and institutes for self-employment i.e. DIC, SIDA, SISI, NSIC, SIDO, Idea for financing/ non-financing support agencies to familiarize with the policies / programmes, procedure & the available scheme.

Investment Procurement

Project formation, Feasibility, Legal formalities i.e., Shop act, Estimation &costing, Investment procedure - Loan procurement - Banking processes.

5. Productivity Duration : 10 hrs Marks : 05

Benefits Personal/ Workman - Incentive, Production linked Bonus, Improvement in living standard.

Affecting Factors Skills, Working aids, Automation, Environment, Motivation - How it improves or slows down productivity.

Comparison with Developed Countries

Comparative productivity in developed countries (viz. Germany, Japan and Australia) in select industries, e.g. Manufacturing, Steel, Mining, Construction etc. Living standards of those countries, wages.

Personal Finance Management

Banking processes, Handling ATM, KYC registration, safe cash handling, Personal risk and insurance.

6. Occupational Safety, Health and Environment Education Duration : 15 hrs Marks : 06

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Safety & Health Introduction to occupational safety and health Importance of safety and health at workplace.

Occupational Hazards Basic hazards, chemical hazards, vibroacoustic hazards, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, thermal hazards. Occupational health, occupational hygiene, occupational diseases/ disorders & its prevention.

Accident &Safety Basic principles for protective equipment. Accident prevention techniques - control of accidents and safety measures.

First Aid Care of injured &sick at the workplaces, First-aid &transportation of sick person.

Basic Provisions

Idea of basic provision legislation of India. Safety, health, welfare under legislative of India.

Ecosystem Introduction to environment. Relationship between society and environment, ecosystem and factors causing imbalance.

Pollution Pollution and pollutants including liquid, gaseous, solid and hazardous waste.

Energy Conservation Conservation of energy, re-use and recycle.

Global Warming Global warming, climate change and ozone layer depletion. Ground Water Hydrological cycle, ground and surface water, Conservation and

harvesting of water.

Environment Right attitude towards environment, Maintenance of in-house environment.

7. Labour Welfare Legislation Duration : 05 hrs Marks : 03

Welfare Acts Benefits guaranteed under various acts- Factories Act, Apprenticeship Act, Employees State Insurance Act (ESI), Payment Wages Act, Employees Provident Fund Act, The Workmen's Compensation Act.

8. Quality Tools Duration : 10 hrs Marks : 05

Quality Consciousness Meaning of quality, Quality characteristic.

Quality Circles Definition, Advantage of small group activity, objectives of quality

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circle, Roles and function of quality circles in organization, Operation of quality circle. Approaches to starting quality circles, Steps for continuation quality circles.

Quality Management System

Idea of ISO 9000 and BIS systems and its importance in maintaining qualities.

House Keeping Purpose of housekeeping, Practice of good housekeeping.

Quality Tools Basic quality tools with a few examples.

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LIST OF TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

FLORICULTURE & LANDSCAPING (for batch of 20 Candidates)

S No. Name of the Tools and Equipment Specification Quantity

A. TRAINEES TOOL KIT

1. Kassi / Spade 21 nos.

2. Khurpi 21 nos.

3. Hand hoe 21 nos.

4. Saw 21 nos.

5. Watering Can 05 nos.

6. Rose Can 05 nos. 7. Grass Cutter 20 nos. 8. Budding & Grafting Knives 10 nos. 9. Secateur 10 nos. 10. Forceps 05 nos. 11. Buckets 10 nos. 12. Edge Cutter 02 nos. 13. Tree Pruner 02 nos.

Farm Structures 14. Green House 01 no. 15. Poly House 01 no. 16. Misting Unit 01 no.

B. Farm Equipment 17. Power Triller with Bowing Attachment 01 no. 18. Wheel Barrow 01 no. 19. Hand Sprayer (Small) 05 nos. 20. Foot Sprayer 02 nos. 21. Hand Gloves 20 nos. 22. Balance 01 no. 23. Sieve / Stainer 02 nos. 24. Grass Mower 01 no.

C. Laboratory Equipment 25. Refrigerator 01 no.

Glass Wares

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26. Beakers 05 nos. 27. Measuring Cylinder 05 nos.

D. Chemicals Growth regulators : 28. G.A. 01 bottle 29. N.A.A. 01 bottle 30. LA. A. 01 bottle 31. I.B.A. 01 bottle 32. Routine Hormone 01 bottle

Identification Materials 33. Flower Germ Plasm As required 34. Seed material As required 35. Packing materials As required

E. Accessories for flower arrangement 36. Different types of flower containers As required 37. Flower vases As required 38. Pin holder As required

Laboratory Misc. Supplies 39. Duster 20 nos 40. Soap 20 nos. 41. Cotton balls 10 nos. 42. Filter paper (Packs) 10 nos. 43. Filter cloth 10 mtrs.

Compact Disc 44. Educational CD 01 no.

45. Manual Extractor/4 Frame Radial Extractor

1 no

46. Honey Tank with Filter 50 Kg /100 kg- Stainless Steel 1 no. 47. Uncapping Tray 1 no.

48. Cold Uncapping Knife (Left)- Scalloped Edge -Stainless Steel/Cold Uncapping Knife (Right)-Stainless Steel

5 nos

49. Honey Processor 1 set 50. Tap Strainer - Stainless Steel 2 nos, 51. Bee Box ISI A-Type (8 frame) 2 nos.

52.

Plunger Marking Cage, Press in Marking Cage, Clip Type Queen Cage, Queen Travelling and Introduction Cages

1 no

53. Combined Veil and smoker 1 no each 54. Pair of Leather Gloves 3 nos

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55. Contact Feeder, 4 liter capacity 10 nos 56. Lightweight J-type Hive Tool 10 nos 57. Queen Gate 20 nos 58. Queen Excluder 3 nos 59. Drone Trap 3 nos 60. Thermometer Fahrenheit 02 nos. 61. Steel container 03 nos 62. Stove Kerosene / Gas 01 no.

F. Description of Item , Miscellaneous Farm Supplies

63. Earthen Pots 100 nos. 64. Plastic Pots 100 nos. 65. Polythene Bags 500 nos. 66. Seed Packets 1000 nos 67. Brown paper bags 1000 nos. 68. Gunny bags 10 nos. 69. Tags-labels 100 nos 70. Thread balls 12 nos. 71. Budding-tape 10 nos. 72. Sirki 10 nos. 73. Bamboos 20 nos. 74. Boxes (Packing) 10 nos. 75. Sutli 05 kgs. 76. Moss-grass 05 kgs 77. Polythene roll 01 no. 78. Tags-label Metallic 100 nos. 79. Tray 10 nos

G. METEOROLOGICAL INSTRUMENTS 80. Rain gauge 1 No 81. Max-Min Thermometer 1 No 82. Dry & Wet Bulb 1 No

Note: All the tools and equipment are to be procured as per BIS specification.

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TOOLS & EQUIPMENT FOR EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

S No. Name of the Equipment Quantity

1. Computer (PC) with latest configurations and Internet connection with standard operating system and standard word processor and worksheet software.

10 nos.

2. UPS - 500VA 10 nos. 3. Scanner cum Printer 01 no. 4. Computer Tables 10 nos. 5. Computer Chairs 20 nos. 6. LCD Projector 01 no. 7. White Board 1200mm x 900mm 01 no.

Note: Above Tools & Equipments not required, if Computer LAB is available in the institute.

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