Central Institute of Tool Design
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Central Institute of Tool Design or CITD (Hindi
: केन्द्रीय उपकरण अभिकल्पन संस्थान) is a premier institute in Asia
providing specialized programs in Tool
Engineering. CITD's main campus is located in Hyderabad, India
with a branch campus in Vijayawada
and an extension centre in Chennai
.
with the assistance of United Nations Development Programme
(UNDP) and International Labour Organization
(ILO) as an executing Agency.
The CAD/CAM Centre is equipped with latest hardware like Compaq workstations. IBM, DELL Systems, Pentium IV Systems and software like AutoCAD, MDT Ideas NX11, Pro-E wildfire, Catia V5, UG, Ansys, Nastran, Hypermesh, MasterCam, DelCam, SolidWork, Solid edge etc. The Institute has a special Library with collection of technical books in Tool Engineering field and subscribes to various International Journals like CIRP Annals, American Machinist, Journal of Engineering Materials & Technology (ASME), Precision Engineering (JAPAN) and Precision Tool Maker etc., The Documentation Centre collects and organizes information and data useful for the technological advancement in Tool Engineering. For the dissemination of information, the centre publishes a computerised current awareness abstracting bulletin and provides technical enquiry service. The Institute also extends its services to the developing countries by imparting knowledge and necessary skills to their personnel in the field of Tool Design, CAD/CAM and Low Cost Automation Techniques.
Apart from training, CITD has been making significant contribution in meeting the needs of industries in design and manufacturing of quality tools. CITD provides full-fledged consultancy and servicing facility to large , medium and small scale industries in the country. This includes assistance in design and development of tools for various purposes and it also recommends measures to standardise tools and tooling elements, components of jigs & fixtures, Dies and Moulds and other tools. CITD is a member on various technical committees of Bureau of Indian Standards.
(AICTE), New Delhi.
2. M.E. (Tool Design) of two years duration, recognized by AICTE.
3. Post Graduate Course in Tool, Die & Mould Design of 1.5 years duration (Recognised by the Govt. of India as an advanced Post Graduate qualification for recruitment to superior posts).
4. Post Diploma in Tool Design of one year duration, recognized by AICTE.
5. Diploma in Tool, Die & Mould Making (DTDM) of four years duration, Approved by AICTE, and Recognized by State Board of Technical Education, AP.
6.M-tech (mechatronics) of two years of duration,recognized by AICTE ,and very prestigious and practical course with real time industrial applications.
The students who had gone out of the portals of the Institute are playing key role as Tool Engineers in various establishments in the country and abroad.
state in India
. The twin cities of Hyderabad & Secunderabad are easily accessible by air/road/rail from all parts of the country. The climate is normal and pleasant almost throughout the year. This is a cosmopolitan city. Good hotels and restaurants cater to the food requirements of different people coming from various countries.
Hindi
Standard Hindi, or more precisely Modern Standard Hindi, also known as Manak Hindi , High Hindi, Nagari Hindi, and Literary Hindi, is a standardized and sanskritized register of the Hindustani language derived from the Khariboli dialect of Delhi...
: केन्द्रीय उपकरण अभिकल्पन संस्थान) is a premier institute in Asia
Asia
Asia is the world's largest and most populous continent, located primarily in the eastern and northern hemispheres. It covers 8.7% of the Earth's total surface area and with approximately 3.879 billion people, it hosts 60% of the world's current human population...
providing specialized programs in Tool
Tool
A tool is a device that can be used to produce an item or achieve a task, but that is not consumed in the process. Informally the word is also used to describe a procedure or process with a specific purpose. Tools that are used in particular fields or activities may have different designations such...
Engineering. CITD's main campus is located in Hyderabad, India
India
India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...
with a branch campus in Vijayawada
Vijayawada
Vijayawada is the third largest city in Andhra Pradesh, India, located on the banks of the Krishna River and bounded by the Indrakiladri Hills on the West and the Budameru River on the North. The city is located in the Krishna District, about from the state capital Hyderabad.Vijayawada literally...
and an extension centre in Chennai
Chennai
Chennai , formerly known as Madras or Madarasapatinam , is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, located on the Coromandel Coast off the Bay of Bengal. Chennai is the fourth most populous metropolitan area and the sixth most populous city in India...
.
History
The Institute was established in the year 1968 by the Government of IndiaGovernment of India
The Government of India, officially known as the Union Government, and also known as the Central Government, was established by the Constitution of India, and is the governing authority of the union of 28 states and seven union territories, collectively called the Republic of India...
with the assistance of United Nations Development Programme
United Nations Development Programme
The United Nations Development Programme is the United Nations' global development network. It advocates for change and connects countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. UNDP operates in 177 countries, working with nations on their own solutions to...
(UNDP) and International Labour Organization
International Labour Organization
The International Labour Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations that deals with labour issues pertaining to international labour standards. Its headquarters are in Geneva, Switzerland. Its secretariat — the people who are employed by it throughout the world — is known as the...
(ILO) as an executing Agency.
Objective
The objective of the Institute is to meet the requirements of the Industries in the field of Tool Design and Manufacture and to train the technical personnel in these fields. The Institute has strong links with industries to impart practical knowledge by way of undertaking tooling assignments.Facilities
The Institute has a well equipped Tool Room with sophisticated CNC machines like CNC EDM (Charmilles Roboform 54), CNC Wirecut EDM (AGIE Cut Classic-III & Electronics), 4-Axis & 5-Axis High-Speed Machining Centres, Kellenberger CNC Cylindrical Grinding Machine and 3D Coordinate Measuring Machine with Scanning and Digitization facilities. The Institute is equipped with latest versions of EMCO Table Top CNC Turning and Milling machines with dosed loop systems to impart training in CNC Programming. The Calibration laboratory is set up in CITD with Universal Horizontal metroscope ULM OPAL 600 Carl Zeiss Technology, Germany and Slip Gauge Measuring Unit 826 with Millitron 1240, Mahr, Germany, to Calibrate Limit Gauges, Micrometers, Dial Indicators, etc. The Automation Centre is equipped with various simulator training kits like Advanced Pneumatics Trainer, Advanced Electro Pneumatics Trainer with PID Controls, Advanced Hydraulics Trainer, Advanced Electro Hydraulics Trainer, Closed loop Hydraulics Trainer with PID Controls, PLC Trainer, Sensors Technology Trainer, Modular Production System with Testing, Processing, Handling and Sorting Stations, Cut Section models of various Elements, Transparent working models of Hydraulics element etc.The CAD/CAM Centre is equipped with latest hardware like Compaq workstations. IBM, DELL Systems, Pentium IV Systems and software like AutoCAD, MDT Ideas NX11, Pro-E wildfire, Catia V5, UG, Ansys, Nastran, Hypermesh, MasterCam, DelCam, SolidWork, Solid edge etc. The Institute has a special Library with collection of technical books in Tool Engineering field and subscribes to various International Journals like CIRP Annals, American Machinist, Journal of Engineering Materials & Technology (ASME), Precision Engineering (JAPAN) and Precision Tool Maker etc., The Documentation Centre collects and organizes information and data useful for the technological advancement in Tool Engineering. For the dissemination of information, the centre publishes a computerised current awareness abstracting bulletin and provides technical enquiry service. The Institute also extends its services to the developing countries by imparting knowledge and necessary skills to their personnel in the field of Tool Design, CAD/CAM and Low Cost Automation Techniques.
Activities
CITD conducts several regular and part-time training programmes in the field of Tool Design & Manufacture, Low Cost Automation, Mechatronics and Computer Aided Design & Computer Aided Manufacture for the benefit of National & International participants. It also conducts Short-term courses, Special Purpose Clinics in Tool Engineering, Seminars, Tailor-made programmes, in various disciplines for the benefit of working personnel.Apart from training, CITD has been making significant contribution in meeting the needs of industries in design and manufacturing of quality tools. CITD provides full-fledged consultancy and servicing facility to large , medium and small scale industries in the country. This includes assistance in design and development of tools for various purposes and it also recommends measures to standardise tools and tooling elements, components of jigs & fixtures, Dies and Moulds and other tools. CITD is a member on various technical committees of Bureau of Indian Standards.
Long Term Programs
1. M.E. (Mechanical – CAD/CAM) of two years duration, recognized by All India Council for Technical EducationAll India Council for Technical Education
The All India Council for Technical Education is the statutory body and a national-level council for technical education, under Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Human Resource Development...
(AICTE), New Delhi.
2. M.E. (Tool Design) of two years duration, recognized by AICTE.
3. Post Graduate Course in Tool, Die & Mould Design of 1.5 years duration (Recognised by the Govt. of India as an advanced Post Graduate qualification for recruitment to superior posts).
4. Post Diploma in Tool Design of one year duration, recognized by AICTE.
5. Diploma in Tool, Die & Mould Making (DTDM) of four years duration, Approved by AICTE, and Recognized by State Board of Technical Education, AP.
6.M-tech (mechatronics) of two years of duration,recognized by AICTE ,and very prestigious and practical course with real time industrial applications.
The students who had gone out of the portals of the Institute are playing key role as Tool Engineers in various establishments in the country and abroad.
Location
CITD is centrally located in Hyderabad, the capital city of Andhra PradeshAndhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh , is one of the 28 states of India, situated on the southeastern coast of India. It is India's fourth largest state by area and fifth largest by population. Its capital and largest city by population is Hyderabad.The total GDP of Andhra Pradesh is $100 billion and is ranked third...
state in India
India
India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...
. The twin cities of Hyderabad & Secunderabad are easily accessible by air/road/rail from all parts of the country. The climate is normal and pleasant almost throughout the year. This is a cosmopolitan city. Good hotels and restaurants cater to the food requirements of different people coming from various countries.