Syllabus
A) Train Lighting
Topics include:
Battery charging, electrolyte preparation, specific gravity, discharge
3-wire charging system and cables
Electrical measuring instruments (Ammeter, Voltmeter, Multimeter, Megger, Earth Tester)
Insulation and earth testing
Different types and sizes of fuses
Fire prevention measures
25 kW & 4.5 kW alternators
Belts and tensioning devices
Maintenance of lights, fans, switches, junction boxes, tube lights
Tools and gauges
Reading drawings and electronic circuits
ERRU, OVP, BLDC fans, LED lights
Train lighting systems in Western Railway
B) Power Side
Topics include:
Wiring systems and accessories
Single-phase & three-phase motors, starters, pumps
Distribution systems (underground cables and overhead lines)
Electronic circuits and drawings
Tools, measuring instruments and safety
Establishment Rules
First aid for electrocution
HT switchgear, transformers, relays
Cable boxes, DO links, GO switches, insulators, air-break switches
Registers (installation, earthing, M&P, T&P)
Energy conservation, solar energy, BEE star rating
UPS, centralized AC, solar plants
Harmonics
Programmable timers, astronomical timers, contactors
C) AC Coach Maintenance
Topics include:
3-phase charging and pre-cooling
Blowers, fan motors, condenser motors, compressors
Contactors and relays
Battery electrolyte level and inter-cell connections
AC coach lights and fans
Major failures (alternator, compressor, blower, condenser)
Gas charging in AC systems
Alternator regulator-cum-rectifier panel
Air-conditioning in Western Railway coaches
LHB coaches, Power Car, HOG
RMPU, relays, contactors
Power car equipment and protection
750 V local supply
Emergency lighting
Capacitor banks in LHB coaches
EBC, RBC, D&EED, automatic fire suppression system
Passenger amenity items
D) Stationary Plants
Topics include:
Water coolers (master and storage type)
Window AC maintenance
Electrical general assets
Energy audit and non-conventional energy
Modern switching devices and protection methods
Maximum demand control
E) Rajbhasha
