QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY. SECTOR: ELECTRONICS SUB-SECTOR: Semiconductor Design and Active Components

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1 QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY Contents 1. Introduction and Contacts..P1 2. Qualifications Pack....P2 What are Occupational Standards(OS)? OS describe what individuals need to do, know and understand in order to carry out a particular job role or function OS are performance standards that individuals must achieve when carrying out functions in the workplace, together with specifications of the underpinning knowledge and understanding Contact Us: ESSCI, New Delhi Electronics Sector Skills Council of India 422, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase-III, New Delhi info@essc-india.org 3. OS Units......P3 4. Glossary of Key Terms.. P12 5. Nomenclature for QP & OS..P14 Qualifications Pack- Embedded Software Engineer SECTOR: ELECTRONICS SUB-SECTOR: Semiconductor Design and Active Components OCCUPATION: System software development REFERENCE ID: ELE/Q1501 ALIGNED TO: NCO-2004/NIL Introduction Embedded Software Engineer: Also called Embedded Software Developer, the Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for developing software module for the embedded system. Brief Job Description: The individual at work assesses the embedded systems specification requirement, develops software, tests and validates the software in coordination with design engineers for system integration. Personal Attributes: The job requires the individual to have: attention to details, good communication skills, logical thinking, and ability to work for long hours on computer. 1

2 Job Details Qualifications Pack For Embedded Software Engineer Qualifications Pack Code ELE/Q1501 Job Role Embedded Software Engineer Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF) [OPTIONAL] TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Electronics Drafted on 10/03/14 Sub-sector Semiconductor and Active components Last reviewed on 24/03/14 Occupation System software development Next review date 24/03/15 Job Role Role Description NVEQF/NVQF level Minimum Educational Qualifications Maximum Educational Qualifications Training Experience Applicable National Occupational Standards (NOS) Embedded Software Engineer Also called, Embedded Software Developer Understanding the embedded system specifications, developing software module as per the requirement, testing and validating the software module; coordinating with design engineers for system integration 5 B.E. / B. Tech (Computer Science / IT) M.E / M. Tech Not applicable Not applicable Compulsory: 1. ELE/N1501 Develop embedded system software 2. ELE/N9909 Coordinate with colleague and co-workers Optional: Not applicable Performance Criteria As described in the relevant OS units 2

3 ELE/N1501 Develop embedded system software Overview This OS unit is about developing the embedded system software to meet the required specification. It is also about testing the software and coordinating with design team for system integration. 3

4 National Occupational Standard ELE/N1501 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope Develop embedded system software ELE/N1501 Develop embedded system software This OS unit is about developing the software module for embedded system to meet the required specification; testing of software; and coordinating with design team for system integration. This unit/ task covers the following: Understand the work requirement Understand the embedded system design Develop software for embedded system as per specification Report and document completion of work Ensure quality, standards and safety procedures are followed Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Understanding work requirement Understanding embedded system design specifications Developing software modules Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. understand the work flow of the company s software development process PC2. interact with the technical lead engineer in order to understand the work schedules, shifts and delivery dates PC3. understand the roles and responsibilities of persons involved in the work PC4. plan work activities based the work flow and deliverables PC5. understand broad level activities involved in the software development PC6. list the various department to interact with for completing the work PC7. minimise absenteeism and report to work on time To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC8. interact with project lead and design lead to understand the project specific embedded system mandate PC9. understand the software module requirement for the embedded system PC10. establish module requirement and constraints PC11. understand circuit design, functionality, logic involved in the system PC12. understand the Business Requirement Specification (BRS), Software Requirement Specification (SRS) for the project PC13. understand the software system requirement for coding, testing, debugging To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC14. define the design flow for the specific system PC15. use agreed language and application as per standards PC16. define the requirement specification of the embedded system PC17. develop a software design as per requirement specification PC18. get approval from superior and relevant department on the software design developed for the embedded system PC19. access reusable components, code generation tools and unit testing tools from company s database PC20. develop software modules to meet the requirement specification 4

5 ELE/N1501 Coordinating with design team Completing documentation Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) B. Technical Knowledge Develop embedded system software PC21. develop unit test cases (UTC) as per specification and requirement PC22. ensure that software module meets the requirement specification PC23. assist in code reviews PC24. rework the code to fix identified defects To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC25. interact with the embedded system design engineers to understand the system and software requirement PC26. understand the functionality of the embedded system PC27. coordinate with system design engineers for system integration PC28. assist in system testing, product verification and validation To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC29. create documents using standard templates and agreed language standards PC30. submit documents for approval as per organisational standards PC31. ensure completion of work as per quality, standards, delivery time agreed PC32. publish documents in agreed formats PC33. follow company policies, guidelines and standards during documentation The individual on the job needs to understand: KA1. company s policies on: incentives, personnel management KA2. company s code of conduct KA3. importance of individual s role in the work flow KA4. organisation culture KA5. company s reporting structure KA6. company s documentation policy KA7. company s different department and concerned authority KA8. company s license on usage of software and design tools KA9. company s license on IP core library KB1. embedded system KB2. system design modules KB3. concepts of circuit design KB4. computer architecture KB5. design and implementation of embedded software system KB6. design flow involved in design stages KB7. design, develop, test, debug software components KB8. software module library KB9. system testing, product verification and validation KB10. software programming languages such as C, C++ KB11. operating system such as windows, linux KB12. system level integration KB13. software fundamentals such object-oriented design, data structures, algorithm design KB14. end-product application, i.e., industry for which embedded system is designed KB15. Schematics and data sheets KB16. Documentation procedure and ERP package usage 5

6 ELE/N1501 Develop embedded system software KB17. quality, standards policies of the organisation Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills Reading and writing skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. read job sheets, flow charts and process documents SA2. interpret design drawings SA3. fill in design drawing sheets B. Professional Skills Using software and tools SB1. specifications and use of licensed software for design as specified by the organisation SB2. licensed software and application tools used for design, their performance Using software / computer languages SB3. programming language such as C, C++ SB4. operating system such as windows, linux Interpersonal skills SB5. how to interact with lead and project head to understand the work requirement and to consult for issues SB6. how to interact with co employees in order to co-ordinate work processes Reflective thinking The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SB7. to improve work processes SB8. to reduce repetition of errors 6

7 ELE/N1501 Develop embedded system software NOS Version Control NOS Code ELE/N1501 Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF) [OPTIONAL] TBD Version number 1.0 Industry Electronics Drafted on 10/03/14 Industry Sub-sector Semiconductor and Active components Last reviewed on 24/03/14 Next review date 24/03/15 7

8 ELE/N9909 Coordinate with colleagues and co-workers Overview This unit is about the individual s level of communication with colleagues and other departments within the organisation. It determines the ability to work as a team member to achieve the required deliverables on schedule. 8

9 National Occupational Standard ELE/N9909 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope Coordinate with colleagues and co-workers ELE/N9909 Coordinate with colleagues This OS unit is about communicating with colleagues and seniors in order to achieve smooth work flow This unit/ task covers the following: Interact with supervisor or superior Coordinate with colleagues Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Interacting with supervisor Coordinating with colleagues Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. understand and assess work requirements PC2. understand the targets and incentives PC3. understand new operating procedures and constraints PC4. report problems in the field PC5. resolve personnel issues PC6. receive feedback on work standards and customer satisfaction PC7. communicate any potential hazards at a particular location PC8. meet given targets PC9. deliver work of expected quality despite constraints PC10. receive positive feedback on behaviour and attitude shown during interaction To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC11. interact with colleagues from different functions and understand the nature of their work PC12. receive spares from tool room or stores; deposit faulty modules and tools to stores PC13. pass on customer complaints to colleagues in a respective geographical area PC14. assist colleagues with resolving field problems resolve conflicts and achieve smooth workflow PC15. follow the company policy during cross functional interaction KA1. company s policies on: incentives, delivery standards, and personnel management KA2. importance of the individual s role in the workflow KA3. reporting structure 9

10 ELE/N9909 B. Technical Knowledge Coordinate with colleagues and co-workers KB1. how to communicate effectively KB2. how to build team coordination Skills (S) [Optional] A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills Teamwork and multitasking The individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SA1. to deliver product to next work process on time B. Professional Skills Decision making SB1. how to report potential areas of disruptions to work process SB2. when to report to supervisor and when to deal with a colleague depending on the type of concern Reflective thinking SB3. how to improve work process Critical thinking SB4. how to spot process disruptions and delays 10

11 ELE/N9909 Coordinate with colleagues and co-workers NOS Version Control NOS Code ELE/N9909 Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF) [OPTIONAL] TBD Version number 1.0 Industry Electronics Drafted on 10/03/14 Industry Sub-sector IT Hardware Last reviewed on 24/03/14 Next review date 24/03/15 11

12 Definitions Qualifications Pack For Embedded Software Engineer Keywords /Terms Sector Sub-sector Occupation Function Sub-function Job role Occupational Standards (OS) Performance Criteria National Occupational Standards (OS) Qualifications Pack (QP) Unit Code Unit Title Description Scope Knowledge and Understanding Organisational Context Technical Knowledge Description Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar business and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests. Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics and interests of its components. Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/ related set of functions in an industry. Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector, occupation, or an area of work, which can be carried out by a person or a group of persons. Functions are identified through functional analysis and form the basis of OS. Sub-functions are sub-activities essential to fulfil the achieving the objectives of the function. Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment opportunity in an organisation. OS specify the standards of performance an individual must achieve when carrying out a function in the workplace, together with the knowledge and understanding they need to meet that standard consistently. Occupational Standards are applicable both in the Indian and global contexts. Performance criteria are statements that together specify the standard of performance required when carrying out a task. NOS are occupational standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context. QP comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, training and other criteria required to perform a job role. A QP is assigned a unique qualifications pack code. Unit code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard, which is denoted by an N Unit title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent should be able to do. Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be helpful to anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the appropriate OS they are looking for. Scope is a set of statements specifying the range of variables that an individual may have to deal with in carrying out the function which have a critical impact on quality of performance required. Knowledge and understanding are statements which together specify the technical, generic, professional and organisational specific knowledge that an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard. Organisational context includes the way the organisation is structured and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility. Technical knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish specific designated responsibilities. 12

13 Acronyms Core Skills/ Generic Skills Keywords /Terms NOS NVQF NSQF NVEQF QP Qualifications Pack For Embedded Software Engineer Core skills or generic skills are a group of skills that are the key to learning and working in today s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment in today s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment. In the context of the OS, these include communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles. Description National Occupational Standard(s) National Vocational Qualifications Framework National Qualifications Framework National Vocational Education Qualifications Framework Qualifications Pack 13

14 Qualifications Pack For Embedded Software Engineer Annexure Nomenclature for QP and NOS Qualifications Pack 9 characters [ABC]/ Q 0101 [Insert 3 letter codes for SSC] Q denoting Qualifications Pack QP number (2 numbers) Occupation (2 numbers) Occupational Standard An example of NOS with N 9 characters [ABC] /N0101 [Insert 3 letter code for SSC] N denoting National Occupational Standard OS number (2 numbers) Occupation (2 numbers) Back to top 14

15 Qualifications Pack For Embedded Software Engineer The following acronyms/codes have been used in the nomenclature above: Sub-sector Range of Occupation numbers Passive Components Semiconductors PCB Manufacturing Consumer Electronics IT Hardware PCB Assembly Solar Electronics Strategic Electronics Automotive Electronics Industrial Electronics Medical Electronics Communication Electronics PCB Design LED Sequence Description Example Three letters Industry name ELE Slash / / Next letter Whether QP or NOS Q Next two numbers Occupation code 01 Next two numbers OS number 01 15