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Supervisors Training Centre Charbagh (STC/CB), Northern Railway, LKO started its journey

in 1956 as 'Systems Training School' with the objective of training the supervisors of Northern

Railway in railway mechanical system. Since then, STC/CB has grown steadily and now offers

specialized courses for IR in Mechanical systems, Electrical system, Workplace Management

and, Resource Management.

In a significant step recently, the post of Principal/STC has been elevated in July 2019 to that of

Director in SA grade to empower STC in its quest for higher training capabilities. This assumes

importance considering the rapid technological and cultural changes taking place in IR and the

need to equip frontline engineers and managers with relevant knowledge tools.

STC/CB classrooms are fully air-conditioned and now provided with modern teaching aids like

Interactive Boards, Visualizers, Computers etc. The training labs are well equipped with working

and cut-section models, self learning stations, audio-visual content etc. The Centre building is

now Platinum Green rated while boasting WiFi connectivity and 'STC Smart' mobile app for

trainees, demonstrating a judicious mix of technology and care for nature.

Besides the regular Induction and Refresher courses, STC also offers several tailor-made special

courses. For instance, some new courses introduced in 2020-21 are (i) Derailment Investigation

& Reporting, (ii) Essential Workplace Skills, (iii) 3D-Modelling and Printing Technology, etc.

All units of Northern Railway and also Foreign Railways are encouraged to make use of The

excellent training opportunity offered by STC/CB.

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Lab AssistantSh. Prabhu Dayal PS 8287518494

Vacant

9161322561

Vacant

9519419589

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Chhat Puja

LHB Coaches Design and Maintenance(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Pushpak Ranjan)

· Introduction of LHB Stock, differences between LHB and ICF coaches.

· Design Features of FIAT bogie and LHB coach.

· Introduction to various components, modifications over the years.

· Regular maintenance, troubleshooting , tools and equipment, must change items etc., material requirement.

Troubleshooting of Air-Brake System (C&W)(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Pushpak Ranjan)

· Various types of Air-brake system.

· Working Principle of the Distributor Valve, Brake Cylinder and ACP System.

· Maintenance and Troubleshootings, investigation of airbrake system/component failure cases, case studies.

· Role of WSP, maintenance and troubleshooting.

Mechatronics and Automation (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Manvendra Singh)

· Introduction to Mechatronics and its applications – system automation, remote monitoring and analysis.

· Introduction to PLC, Embedded Systems, Microprocessor and Integrated Circuits.

· Boolean Algebra, Logicgates, gate design.

· Hands on Microprocessor programming.

· Practical sessions for circuit building- Electrical and Hydraulic trainers.

Wheel Slide Protection(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Pushpak Ranjan)

· Working Principle of WSP with maintenance practice.

· Decoding of various Defect Codes for Fault Diagnosis of WSP system.

· Application and Releasing of Disc Brake system.

· Working and demonstration of various component of WSP system.

Saksham Mobile Training – Openline C&W depots (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. U. S. Dwivedi)

· Introduction to LHB coaches – design, maintenance, troubleshooting to field staff.

· Maintenance procedures, schedules etc. for various components /systems – WSP, Air-Spring, Bio-Toilet, Air-Brake System, Centre Buffer Coupler, Water Circulating System.

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SUPERVISORS TRAINING CENTRE, LUCKNOW

Located in lush green surroundings, the STC campus is Platinum rated green building

certified by Indian Green Building Council of CII. Technologically too, the campus has

excellent infrastructural facilities with modern laboratories equipped with audio-visual

training contents, practical fault-finding trainer boards, cut-models, self learning stations,

working system trainers etc. The campus is WiFi enabled and all class rooms have smart

teaching aids like interactive white boards, computers, digital visualizers etc.

HOSTEL & MESSThe Apprentice Engineers Hostel has 114 rooms with a total bed capacity of 170 beds. The

dining hall has a seating capacity for serving 120 meals at a time. The mess is run by the

trainees on self-financing and self-managed basis. The hostel has a common recreation hall

with cable TV, indoor gymnasium, open badminton and volleyball courts.

YOGA CLASSESYoga is must for a moving towards a healthy life style and avoid lifestyle diseases which are

rising at an alarming rate. Regular yoga classes are being conducted by an expert qualified

trainer on a daily basis. Yoga is compulsory for all trainees residing in the hostel.

STC LIBRARY (e-Granthalaya)The well furnished and well stocked library has more than 2200 books on various subjects

such as Engineering, Mangement, Information Technology, Welding Technology and

Yoga. Various Hand books, Codes, Maintenance manuals, Accident manuals etc. are also

available for reference. Newspapers in Hindi and English are also available.

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIESExtra-Curricular activities like Nukad-Nataks, Debate competitions, Essay writing,

Poster making, Swacchta Shramdaan etc. help in overall personality development of the

trainees.

GREEN INITIATIVES The campus has a tertiary level sewage treatment plant, Rain water harvesting plant, Art

from scrap, solar energy plant which are some of the green initiatives taken by STC for

sustainable growth objective. These initiatives also serve as practical feasibility

demonstration for grooming the trainees towards a cultural shift for adopting

environmentally sustainable growth models.

AIR CONDITION LABAir Condition LAB is established with Refrigeration Cycle trainer, Gas charging Trainer,

basic Air conditioning trainer, Small Components (Compressors etc), Models Learning

Station and RMPU Trainer with ICF & LHB Control Panels

GM Locomotives(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Avdhesh Kumar)

· GM Locomotive- Features and General Maintenance.· Lube Oil system, Fuel Oil system, Water Cooling system- working

principle, design, maintenance and troubleshooting.· Microprocessor Control System, power transmission system-

working principle, design, maintenance and troubleshooting.· Rotating machines, Computer controlled brake system- working

principle, design, maintenance and troubleshooting.· Latest instructions from RDSO and DLW, modifications, field

performance etc.

Essential Workplace Skills(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Naveen Chand Jaiswal)

· Role of stores, Finance, Audit etc. – structure, working systems and procedures etc.

· Online tendering through IREPS.· Procurement of stock and non-stock items through iMMS.· Framing of tender conditions, scope, payment terms, contractor obligation,

Railway obligation, dispute resolution etc.�Introduction to GCC for works and GCC for services.

· Framing of material specifications, placing indent, follow-up, inspection, rejection, warranty claims, bills etc. Introduction to SCC for Stores.

· Procedure for works through quotations route.

3D Modelling & Printing Technology(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Prateek Srivastava)

· Introduction to 3D Modelling – Modelling tools, co-ordinate system and modelling operations.

· Engineering Drawing & CAD Drawings. · Hands on training on 3D modelling software – Unigraphics NX.· Hands on training on 3D printing software. · Rapid prototyping using 3D modelling and Printing.

In-Motion Weighbridge &WILD (Mech. Indian Railways) (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Abhishek Shukla)

· Introduction to design and working principles, site selection and installation of WILD and IMW.

· Calibration, Maintenance and Troubleshooting. · Field visit for hands on experience.

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Disaster Management (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Dipesh Kumar)

· Introduction to Disaster Management.· Management of Accident site, Measurements at Accident site.· ART, SPART, ARME, 140T carnes – Design, Equipment, Maintenance,

Operating Procedure, Inspection etc. and Field visit.· Role of Supervisor and Railway Personnel at Accident site.

Derailment Investigation and Reporting (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Vikas Srivastava)

· Introduction to Railway accidents, types, causes, statistics.· Observations, preservation of clues, records, Preliminary Investigation and

reporting at accident sites. · Detailed study of accident causes, how to Identify and Establish, Case

Studies, Accident manual, Measurement dimensions etc.· Report preparation and further actions.

Workplace Safety and Management (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. D. C. Sharma)

· General Environment, Working Environment and Hazards.· Ergonomics, Cleanliness, Hygiene, Implementation of 5-S· Safety in work places, Safety Rules, PPE, Factory Act, Contractual Labour

Act, Minimum Wages Act etc. · Preventation and control of Pollution Act, OHSAS 18000, ISO 14000,

Green Ratings etc.

Excellence in Welding for Supervisors(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. U. S. Dwivedi)

· Introduction to welding process- types and uses, new technological developments.

· Welding terminology and Welding process used for Rolling Stock manufacture and maintenance.

· Heat effect-welding process, machine and electrode selection.· MMAW, CO2, TIG/MIG welding, Oxy-acetylene, LPG and Air Plasma

cutting.· Types of welding machines, current and voltage selection and their effects,

grounding and other precautions, welding defects-identification and prevention.

· Welding Environment, welding skill for quality weld, rating. · Simulator training and Electrode holding skill training.

C&W LABC&W LAB is well equipped with various learning stations related to C&W components

and its working. The Lab has Air Brake System simulator to demonstrate working of DV

and various Air Brake System Components. Various components and cut models of ICF,

LHB and Wagon are available in this Lab. For better understanding various animated video

film has been developed and displayed through Over Head Projector.

COMPUTER LABFor the training on MS WORD, EXCEL, POWER POINT and INTERNET for Northern

Railway Supervisors and Technicians, a well equipped Computer Lab with Latest Desktop

Computers, Wi-Fi connection with Internet facility and printing is available.

DIESEL ENGINE LABDiesel Engine LAB has been upgraded for training on various systems of Alco and EMD

locomotives. There are Fuel oil system Trainer, Lube oil system Trainer, Water Cooling

system Trainer, Braking system Trainer, Loco and DEMU trainer and Electrical System

Trainer. Through these trainers, videos and literature are exhibited to the trainees for better

learning of practical knowledge along with trouble shooting.

TRAIN LIGHTING LABTrain Lighting LAB is developed in STC for imparting knowledge on Train Lighting. The

Lab is equipped with ICF & LHB Air Conditioned Coach wiring diagram and model of ndvarious components. The Wiring Diagram Trainer of 2 AC ICF and LHB and also have

electrical meters and gauges, IV couplers ICF & LHB, WRA and other components –

models and cut sections.

WELDING LAB (Centre for Excellence)Welding LAB of WTC is developed with a motive of imparting quality education over

welding to the trainees. It has been provided with advanced learning equipments viz.

Interactive Learning Board, Training Station with AC & DC IGBT based welding plants,

MIG/CO2 welding plant, Plasma, LPG, Oxy-acetylene cutting plants, Fume Extractor

system & Welding Simulator.

WSP LAB (Centre for Excellence)

STC has a well-furnished training Lab for Wheel Slide Protection system used in LHB

Coaches. The Lab has FIAT bogie with working model of Air Brake System. Different

makes of WSP System is also available where practical training about it's working and

troubleshooting is imparted to the trainees. For better understanding an animated video film

has also been developed and displayed through HD LED TV.

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Air Conditioning Lab

STC Library (e-Granthalaya)

C&W Lab

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COURSE CONTENT HIGHLIGHT

Refresher Course for SSEs & JEs (Mechanical)(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Dipesh Kumar)

· Latest developments in C&W, DEMU, MEMU over Indian Railways.

· Latest policy circular issued by CAMTECH, RDSO, Railway Board etc.

· Maintenance and Repair practices including enroute troubleshooting practices.

· Stress management, Personality Improvement and Motivation.

· Workplace System Improvements, visit to Production Unit/major maintenance depots.

· Material Management, Tenders and Contracts, Technical English, office correspondence etc.

Refresher Course for CMA and C&M Lab. Assistant (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. D. R. Fredrick)

· UST of Rolling Stock, DT & NDT of Rolling Stock.· Corrosion, paints, rubber, plastic and composite. · Iron-Carbon Diagram, Heat Treatment of metal, Alloys in different

important components.· Welding defects, failure investigation of components.· Testing of Lubricating oil, Diesel oil, Coolant water etc.

Introduction to Computer Applications (Ministerial Staff, Supervisors & Technicians) (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. D. R. Fredrick)

· Introduction of Computer systems and their application. · Training on MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint.· Training on usage of Internet and E-communication.· Cyber security and Online frauds.· Introduction to open source software- Linux Operating Systems and

Libre-Office.

Bio- Toilet System (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. U. S. Dwivedi)

· Evolution of Bio-Toilet in IR- need and Role of CAMTECH & DRDO.

· Designs, Working Principle and Maintenance Procedures.

· Laboratory test.

· Common Defects, Precautions and Troubleshootings.

Modern Gymnasium

Hostel Mess (Dining Hall)

Roof Top Solar System

Heritage Gallery

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Diesel Engine Lab

C&W Model Park Train Lighting Lab

WSP Lab

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Modern Gymnasium

Hostel Mess (Dining Hall)

Roof Top Solar System

Heritage Gallery

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Diesel Engine Lab

C&W Model Park Train Lighting Lab

WSP Lab

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Air Conditioning Lab

STC Library (e-Granthalaya)

C&W Lab

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COURSE CONTENT HIGHLIGHT

Refresher Course for SSEs & JEs (Mechanical)(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Dipesh Kumar)

· Latest developments in C&W, DEMU, MEMU over Indian Railways.

· Latest policy circular issued by CAMTECH, RDSO, Railway Board etc.

· Maintenance and Repair practices including enroute troubleshooting practices.

· Stress management, Personality Improvement and Motivation.

· Workplace System Improvements, visit to Production Unit/major maintenance depots.

· Material Management, Tenders and Contracts, Technical English, office correspondence etc.

Refresher Course for CMA and C&M Lab. Assistant (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. D. R. Fredrick)

· UST of Rolling Stock, DT & NDT of Rolling Stock.· Corrosion, paints, rubber, plastic and composite. · Iron-Carbon Diagram, Heat Treatment of metal, Alloys in different

important components.· Welding defects, failure investigation of components.· Testing of Lubricating oil, Diesel oil, Coolant water etc.

Introduction to Computer Applications (Ministerial Staff, Supervisors & Technicians) (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. D. R. Fredrick)

· Introduction of Computer systems and their application. · Training on MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint.· Training on usage of Internet and E-communication.· Cyber security and Online frauds.· Introduction to open source software- Linux Operating Systems and

Libre-Office.

Bio- Toilet System (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. U. S. Dwivedi)

· Evolution of Bio-Toilet in IR- need and Role of CAMTECH & DRDO.

· Designs, Working Principle and Maintenance Procedures.

· Laboratory test.

· Common Defects, Precautions and Troubleshootings.

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Disaster Management (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Dipesh Kumar)

· Introduction to Disaster Management.· Management of Accident site, Measurements at Accident site.· ART, SPART, ARME, 140T carnes – Design, Equipment, Maintenance,

Operating Procedure, Inspection etc. and Field visit.· Role of Supervisor and Railway Personnel at Accident site.

Derailment Investigation and Reporting (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Vikas Srivastava)

· Introduction to Railway accidents, types, causes, statistics.· Observations, preservation of clues, records, Preliminary Investigation and

reporting at accident sites. · Detailed study of accident causes, how to Identify and Establish, Case

Studies, Accident manual, Measurement dimensions etc.· Report preparation and further actions.

Workplace Safety and Management (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. D. C. Sharma)

· General Environment, Working Environment and Hazards.· Ergonomics, Cleanliness, Hygiene, Implementation of 5-S· Safety in work places, Safety Rules, PPE, Factory Act, Contractual Labour

Act, Minimum Wages Act etc. · Preventation and control of Pollution Act, OHSAS 18000, ISO 14000,

Green Ratings etc.

Excellence in Welding for Supervisors(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. U. S. Dwivedi)

· Introduction to welding process- types and uses, new technological developments.

· Welding terminology and Welding process used for Rolling Stock manufacture and maintenance.

· Heat effect-welding process, machine and electrode selection.· MMAW, CO2, TIG/MIG welding, Oxy-acetylene, LPG and Air Plasma

cutting.· Types of welding machines, current and voltage selection and their effects,

grounding and other precautions, welding defects-identification and prevention.

· Welding Environment, welding skill for quality weld, rating. · Simulator training and Electrode holding skill training.

C&W LABC&W LAB is well equipped with various learning stations related to C&W components

and its working. The Lab has Air Brake System simulator to demonstrate working of DV

and various Air Brake System Components. Various components and cut models of ICF,

LHB and Wagon are available in this Lab. For better understanding various animated video

film has been developed and displayed through Over Head Projector.

COMPUTER LABFor the training on MS WORD, EXCEL, POWER POINT and INTERNET for Northern

Railway Supervisors and Technicians, a well equipped Computer Lab with Latest Desktop

Computers, Wi-Fi connection with Internet facility and printing is available.

DIESEL ENGINE LABDiesel Engine LAB has been upgraded for training on various systems of Alco and EMD

locomotives. There are Fuel oil system Trainer, Lube oil system Trainer, Water Cooling

system Trainer, Braking system Trainer, Loco and DEMU trainer and Electrical System

Trainer. Through these trainers, videos and literature are exhibited to the trainees for better

learning of practical knowledge along with trouble shooting.

TRAIN LIGHTING LABTrain Lighting LAB is developed in STC for imparting knowledge on Train Lighting. The

Lab is equipped with ICF & LHB Air Conditioned Coach wiring diagram and model of ndvarious components. The Wiring Diagram Trainer of 2 AC ICF and LHB and also have

electrical meters and gauges, IV couplers ICF & LHB, WRA and other components –

models and cut sections.

WELDING LAB (Centre for Excellence)Welding LAB of WTC is developed with a motive of imparting quality education over

welding to the trainees. It has been provided with advanced learning equipments viz.

Interactive Learning Board, Training Station with AC & DC IGBT based welding plants,

MIG/CO2 welding plant, Plasma, LPG, Oxy-acetylene cutting plants, Fume Extractor

system & Welding Simulator.

WSP LAB (Centre for Excellence)

STC has a well-furnished training Lab for Wheel Slide Protection system used in LHB

Coaches. The Lab has FIAT bogie with working model of Air Brake System. Different

makes of WSP System is also available where practical training about it's working and

troubleshooting is imparted to the trainees. For better understanding an animated video film

has also been developed and displayed through HD LED TV.

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SUPERVISORS TRAINING CENTRE, LUCKNOW

Located in lush green surroundings, the STC campus is Platinum rated green building

certified by Indian Green Building Council of CII. Technologically too, the campus has

excellent infrastructural facilities with modern laboratories equipped with audio-visual

training contents, practical fault-finding trainer boards, cut-models, self learning stations,

working system trainers etc. The campus is WiFi enabled and all class rooms have smart

teaching aids like interactive white boards, computers, digital visualizers etc.

HOSTEL & MESSThe Apprentice Engineers Hostel has 114 rooms with a total bed capacity of 170 beds. The

dining hall has a seating capacity for serving 120 meals at a time. The mess is run by the

trainees on self-financing and self-managed basis. The hostel has a common recreation hall

with cable TV, indoor gymnasium, open badminton and volleyball courts.

YOGA CLASSESYoga is must for a moving towards a healthy life style and avoid lifestyle diseases which are

rising at an alarming rate. Regular yoga classes are being conducted by an expert qualified

trainer on a daily basis. Yoga is compulsory for all trainees residing in the hostel.

STC LIBRARY (e-Granthalaya)The well furnished and well stocked library has more than 2200 books on various subjects

such as Engineering, Mangement, Information Technology, Welding Technology and

Yoga. Various Hand books, Codes, Maintenance manuals, Accident manuals etc. are also

available for reference. Newspapers in Hindi and English are also available.

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIESExtra-Curricular activities like Nukad-Nataks, Debate competitions, Essay writing,

Poster making, Swacchta Shramdaan etc. help in overall personality development of the

trainees.

GREEN INITIATIVES The campus has a tertiary level sewage treatment plant, Rain water harvesting plant, Art

from scrap, solar energy plant which are some of the green initiatives taken by STC for

sustainable growth objective. These initiatives also serve as practical feasibility

demonstration for grooming the trainees towards a cultural shift for adopting

environmentally sustainable growth models.

AIR CONDITION LABAir Condition LAB is established with Refrigeration Cycle trainer, Gas charging Trainer,

basic Air conditioning trainer, Small Components (Compressors etc), Models Learning

Station and RMPU Trainer with ICF & LHB Control Panels

GM Locomotives(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Avdhesh Kumar)

· GM Locomotive- Features and General Maintenance.· Lube Oil system, Fuel Oil system, Water Cooling system- working

principle, design, maintenance and troubleshooting.· Microprocessor Control System, power transmission system-

working principle, design, maintenance and troubleshooting.· Rotating machines, Computer controlled brake system- working

principle, design, maintenance and troubleshooting.· Latest instructions from RDSO and DLW, modifications, field

performance etc.

Essential Workplace Skills(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Naveen Chand Jaiswal)

· Role of stores, Finance, Audit etc. – structure, working systems and procedures etc.

· Online tendering through IREPS.· Procurement of stock and non-stock items through iMMS.· Framing of tender conditions, scope, payment terms, contractor obligation,

Railway obligation, dispute resolution etc.�Introduction to GCC for works and GCC for services.

· Framing of material specifications, placing indent, follow-up, inspection, rejection, warranty claims, bills etc. Introduction to SCC for Stores.

· Procedure for works through quotations route.

3D Modelling & Printing Technology(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Prateek Srivastava)

· Introduction to 3D Modelling – Modelling tools, co-ordinate system and modelling operations.

· Engineering Drawing & CAD Drawings. · Hands on training on 3D modelling software – Unigraphics NX.· Hands on training on 3D printing software. · Rapid prototyping using 3D modelling and Printing.

In-Motion Weighbridge &WILD (Mech. Indian Railways) (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Abhishek Shukla)

· Introduction to design and working principles, site selection and installation of WILD and IMW.

· Calibration, Maintenance and Troubleshooting. · Field visit for hands on experience.

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Lab AssistantSh. Prabhu Dayal PS 8287518494

Vacant

9161322561

Vacant

9519419589

3

Chhat Puja

LHB Coaches Design and Maintenance(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Pushpak Ranjan)

· Introduction of LHB Stock, differences between LHB and ICF coaches.

· Design Features of FIAT bogie and LHB coach.

· Introduction to various components, modifications over the years.

· Regular maintenance, troubleshooting , tools and equipment, must change items etc., material requirement.

Troubleshooting of Air-Brake System (C&W)(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Pushpak Ranjan)

· Various types of Air-brake system.

· Working Principle of the Distributor Valve, Brake Cylinder and ACP System.

· Maintenance and Troubleshootings, investigation of airbrake system/component failure cases, case studies.

· Role of WSP, maintenance and troubleshooting.

Mechatronics and Automation (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Manvendra Singh)

· Introduction to Mechatronics and its applications – system automation, remote monitoring and analysis.

· Introduction to PLC, Embedded Systems, Microprocessor and Integrated Circuits.

· Boolean Algebra, Logicgates, gate design.

· Hands on Microprocessor programming.

· Practical sessions for circuit building- Electrical and Hydraulic trainers.

Wheel Slide Protection(Course Co-ordinator – Sh. Pushpak Ranjan)

· Working Principle of WSP with maintenance practice.

· Decoding of various Defect Codes for Fault Diagnosis of WSP system.

· Application and Releasing of Disc Brake system.

· Working and demonstration of various component of WSP system.

Saksham Mobile Training – Openline C&W depots (Course Co-ordinator – Sh. U. S. Dwivedi)

· Introduction to LHB coaches – design, maintenance, troubleshooting to field staff.

· Maintenance procedures, schedules etc. for various components /systems – WSP, Air-Spring, Bio-Toilet, Air-Brake System, Centre Buffer Coupler, Water Circulating System.

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Supervisors Training Centre Charbagh (STC/CB), Northern Railway, LKO started its journey

in 1956 as 'Systems Training School' with the objective of training the supervisors of Northern

Railway in railway mechanical system. Since then, STC/CB has grown steadily and now offers

specialized courses for IR in Mechanical systems, Electrical system, Workplace Management

and, Resource Management.

In a significant step recently, the post of Principal/STC has been elevated in July 2019 to that of

Director in SA grade to empower STC in its quest for higher training capabilities. This assumes

importance considering the rapid technological and cultural changes taking place in IR and the

need to equip frontline engineers and managers with relevant knowledge tools.

STC/CB classrooms are fully air-conditioned and now provided with modern teaching aids like

Interactive Boards, Visualizers, Computers etc. The training labs are well equipped with working

and cut-section models, self learning stations, audio-visual content etc. The Centre building is

now Platinum Green rated while boasting WiFi connectivity and 'STC Smart' mobile app for

trainees, demonstrating a judicious mix of technology and care for nature.

Besides the regular Induction and Refresher courses, STC also offers several tailor-made special

courses. For instance, some new courses introduced in 2020-21 are (i) Derailment Investigation

& Reporting, (ii) Essential Workplace Skills, (iii) 3D-Modelling and Printing Technology, etc.

All units of Northern Railway and also Foreign Railways are encouraged to make use of The

excellent training opportunity offered by STC/CB.

From the Director's desk

LOCO WORKSHOP

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