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The Art of Casting: The process of casting is like a specialized craft that needs to keep improving to meet the changing demands of the global market. This craft is crucial because it helps make a wide variety of products better. Think of it as an artistry in creating things, like cars, farming machines, and big machines used in engineering. Being really good at casting means you can make things that work well, are dependable, and are efficient. This not only helps the companies but also the people who use these products.

Kolhapur's Growth: Kolhapur is a city in the state of Maharashtra, and it's growing really fast. It's one of the richest cities in India because it has a lot of factories and businesses. In fact, it's famous for having around 300 places where they make things through casting. However, there's a big problem here. They don't have enough skilled workers who know how to do this craft really well. This lack of skilled workers is making it hard for these factories to keep growing and succeeding. Despite this challenge, these factories have been doing really well recently. They've been making more money, providing more jobs, and selling their products to other countries.

Importance of Quality Control: In the world of casting, where there is tough competition, making sure that things are made perfectly is super important. This is what we mean by "rejection control." It means preventing mistakes and making sure that what's made meets high-quality standards. Doing this not only makes the products better but also helps the companies make more money. But here's the catch: you need skilled and smart workers to do this job well. This is why having a good training program, like the Foundry Technology curriculum, is so crucial for the industry.

Foundry Technology Curriculum: The Foundry Technology curriculum is a special program designed to teach people the basics of casting. It covers things like how to create patterns, make moulds, melt metals, and finish products. But it's not just about reading books; it's about actually doing these things in practice. This way, students learn not only the theory but also how to solve real-world problems in casting. This program helps fill the gap in the availability of skilled workers and ensures that the casting industry in Kolhapur and elsewhere keeps growing, making quality products, and staying competitive.

 

COURSES OFFERED:

1.  COMMUNITY COLLEGE (Diploma Course)    

Diploma in Foundry Technology (Semester I and II) 

Duration: The duration of the Community College Course will be one year 

Eligibility Criteria: 

1. The candidates with 10+2 or equivalent, in any stream (Arts/Commerce/Science) from any recognized board or university.
2. Candidates with 10 + two-year ITI courses in any branch/tread and a Diploma from any recognized board/Institution are also eligible for the course.

 

2. BACHELOR OF VOCATION (B.Voc Degree Course)

Duration: The duration of the B.Voc. Degree Course will be of three years.   

• B.Voc. Part I - Diploma in Foundry Technology. (Semester I & II)
• B.Voc. Part II - Advanced Diploma in Foundry Technology. (Semester III & IV)
• B.Voc. Part III - Bachelor of Vocation in Foundry Technology. (Semester V & VI)

Eligibility Criteria: 

1. The candidates with 10+2 or equivalent, in any stream (Arts/Commerce/Science) from any recognized board or university.
2. Candidates with 10 + two-year ITI courses in any branch/tread and a Diploma from any recognized board/Institutes are also eligible for the course.

 

3. MASTER OF VOCATION (M.Voc Degree Course)

Duration: The duration of the M.Voc. Degree Course will be of two years.

• M.Voc. Part I – Post-Gradates Diploma in Foundry Technology. (Semester I & II)
• M.Voc. Part II – Master of Vocation in Foundry Technology. (Semester III & IV)

Eligibility Criteria: 

1. The candidates with Graduation or equivalent, in Foundry Technology from any recognized board or university.
2. The candidates with Graduation or equivalent in Engineering (Production/Mechanical/ Metallurgy) from any recognized University/board are also eligible for the course.