IIT Mandi iHub and HCI Foundation selected as Training Partner for Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) 4.0

Under this program, IIT Mandi iHub will offer skill development training to youth in the region and provide them with the necessary skills and knowledge required to enhance their employability. Registrations are currently open and in the first phase of registration, nearly 100 students registered themselves. These students who are 18 years plus will be trained in Future Skills such as Drone Technology, IoT, AI/ML, and Solar Technology which are in high demand across various sectors. These address the three select areas of focus of the iHub namely in Device-Led Technologies, Experience Technologies, and Assistive Technologies.

Courses Available:

1. Kisan Drone Operator

Eligibility Criteria: 10th Class Pass with 2 years of relevant experience OR 10th Class Pass + ITI (1 year after Class 10th) with 1 year of relevant

experience OR 10th Class Pass + ITI (2 years after Class 10th) OR 10th Class Pass and pursuing regular schooling.

Minimum Age: 18 years

Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to the role of Kisan Drone Operator	Module 7: Basic Maintenance of drone equipment	Module 13: Safety and emergency procedures before and after pesticide spraying through drone operation
Module 2: Rules and regulations related to drone operation	Module 8: Analysis and Assessment of Risk Module	Module 14: Carrying out multispectral mapping for various agriculture and allied activities using drone
Module 3: Basic drone operation dynamics and principles	Module 9: Carryout installation and utilization of Payload	Module 15: Basic entrepreneurial activities for drone operators Module
Module 4: ATC procedures & Radiotelephony (non-FRTOL)	Module 10: Data Analysis and report preparation	Module 16: Hygiene and Cleanliness
Module 5: Operation of Fixed-wing, Rotorcraft & Hybrid UAVs	Module 11: Carryout Flight Simulator Training & Practice Flying	Module 17: Safety and emergency procedures
Module 6: Role of Weather and Meteorology in drone operations	Module 12: Application of pesticides and nutrients with drones	Module 18: On the Job Training

2. Telecom Technician – IoT Device/Systems

Eligibility Criteria: Class 10th + ITI OR Class 12th OR Diploma (Science/Electronics/Telecom/IT and other relevant fields)

Minimum Age: 17 years

Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to the Role of Telecom Technician – IOT Device/System	Module 4: Organize Work and Resources as per Health and Safety Standards
Module 2: Install and Configure IOT devices	Module 5: Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Module 3: Level 1 troubleshooting of IOT devices	Module 6: On the Job Training