ITI Machinist is a job-oriented trade designed to build practical skills in conventional machining and shop-floor production. During the two-year training, students learn how to read basic drawings, select materials, set up jobs, and produce parts using machines like centre lathe, milling machine, shaper/slotter, drilling machine and surface grinder. Strong emphasis is placed on measuring instruments (vernier caliper, micrometer, dial gauges), tolerances, fits, and quality checks to ensure dimensional accuracy. Trainees also study workshop calculations, basics of engineering materials, heat treatment fundamentals, and maintenance practices. The course includes hands-on practice, projects, and industry-oriented work habits such as 5S and safety compliance. After completion, learners can work as machinists, machine operators or apprentices in manufacturing, automotive, railways, defence production, fabrication, and general engineering units. With experience, they can progress to roles in CNC operation, inspection, supervision, or set up small machining services.