Description
2. Course Duration
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Total Duration: 3 to 6 months (depending on the institute)
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Theory: 30% (Classroom/Online)
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Practical: 70% (Hands-on Training)
3. Eligibility Criteria
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Minimum 10th/12th pass (depending on the institute)
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Basic understanding of electronics/telecommunication (preferred but not mandatory)
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Physically fit (ability to work at heights)
4. Course Modules
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Introduction to Telecom Infrastructure
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Overview of telecom towers (monopole, lattice, guyed, stealth)
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Role of a tower technician in the telecom industry
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Safety & Compliance
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OSHA standards & industry safety norms
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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Emergency response & first aid
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Climbing & Rigging Techniques
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Safe climbing practices
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Use of harnesses, lanyards, and fall protection
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Rigging and hoisting equipment
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Antenna & RF Systems
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Types of antennas (Omni, Directional, Panel)
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RF fundamentals & signal transmission
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Feeder cables, connectors, and grounding
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Tower Installation & Maintenance
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Erection & dismantling of telecom towers
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Alignment and testing of antennas
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Preventive & corrective maintenance
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Power & Backup Systems
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Solar power systems for telecom towers
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DG sets & battery maintenance
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Testing & Troubleshooting
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VSWR testing, fiber optic testing
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Identifying & rectifying faults
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5. Certification & Assessment
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Theory Exams (Multiple Choice & Descriptive)
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Practical Assessments (Climbing, Installation, Testing)
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Final Certification awarded upon successful completion
6. Career Opportunities
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Telecom Tower Technician
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Rigging & Installation Engineer
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Field Maintenance Engineer
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Antenna & RF Technician
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Telecom Infrastructure Supervisor
7. Salary Expectations
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Entry-Level: ₹15,000 – ₹25,000/month
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Experienced: ₹30,000 – ₹50,000/month
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International Opportunities: Higher pay in Gulf, Africa, and other telecom-expanding regions
8. Training Institutes Offering This Course
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National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) affiliated centers
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Telecom Sector Skill Council (TSSC) approved institutes
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Private technical training academies
9. Why Choose This Course?
✅ High demand in the growing telecom sector
✅ Hands-on technical training
✅ Lucrative job opportunities in India & abroad
✅ Short-term course with quick employability




