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SK B JO E LIF August 2013
Monthly News Bulletin of DB Tech Society
A visit to old age home by DB Tech (Hatia) Hatia (Ranchi, Jharkhand): On July 8, 2013, the second batch of DB Tech trainees visited Aapna Ghar - an old age home. These students are undertaking training at Hatia centre in the Beauty Culture domain. The real purpose behind the visit was to let trainees expose their learning in a clientele environment by giving free of cost services to the women of old age home, who are rarely visited by anyone. For the students, the visit served the objective of not only getting practical experience but also of bringing smile in their faces by giving love, care and affection. Around 17 students visited the old age home, where they were welcomed by Sr. Emma (Administrative In-Charge, Ursuline Ashram). The old ladies were provided services such as: back
DB Tech trainees contributed their bit for Uttrakhand disaster victims Phulbani (Odisha): Humanity shows its rare face when a calamity strikes hard on the people. This is the case with BPL trainees undertaking training at DB Tech (Phulbani). They have contributed their bit for the survivors of Uttrakhand whose life has been devastated by the flood. Around 103 BPL trainees are taking free training in three different domains: Sales & Marketing, Electrical and Welding at Xavier Community College (Phulbani) under the Odisha Livelihood Mission project. Being shell-shocked after seeing the situation of Uttrakhand and the disaster affected people, they promptly decided to collect the money. They contributed the money they could afford from their penury. One trainee said, “If the Government is helping us by providing free and job
massage, leg massage, face-cleanup, head massage, etc. The inmates of the old age liked the services of students and enjoyed the session. Even the trainees liked the concept of visiting an old age home as a part of their practical exposure visit. They enjoyed rendering their services to the ignored section of the society. It was a wonderful and emotional experience for the students. Sr. Emma told, “DB Tech is doing an excellent job of providing training to the underprivileged youth. Besides training, they are also delivering an important lecture of loving mankind to the students.” The session was concluded with the students receiving blessings from elderly people, who asked them to visit again.
DB Tech alumnus visited the alma mater
Guest lecture for Electrical domain at DB Tech (Kokar)
driven training, why can’t we help our suffering brethren in Uttrakhand?” The rest were quick to join the chorus, “Yes, certainly we can.” The incident has given a new direction to many of the trainees. The small amount of contribution made them realized the value of money. The people who were used to some bad habits like chewing pan, tobacco and gutka, said that for some days instead of spending money on purchasing such products, they will be contributing money for the people of Uttrakhand. Indeed calamity brings destruction, but it also opens up the heart of people for good.” Pooja Kumari, a DB Tech alumnus visited DB Tech (Hatia, Ranchi) on July 4, 2013 to interact with the students of second batch undertaking training in the Beauty Culture domain. Pooja is presently working with Black Beauty Salon L’Oreal Professional located in Ranchi as a Senior Beautician. The complete staff along with trainees welcomed her with a sense of proud. Pooja was invited to take a session of Beauty Culture domain in which around 25 trainees were present. During the session, the trainees were taught hair treatment including hair wash, how to do shampoo, drying of hair using blower, etc. They were told the importance of hair care and were given some tips to handle clients. She even shared the problems a fresher face to sustain in the industry and posed solution for the same. Trainees were told the importance of cooperation and coordination. She concluded the session appreciating the work of DB Tech and said, “Don Bosco Tech not only provides training to the students but also helps in achieving the goal. And the biggest example is standing in front of you.”
The trainees of Hotel Management, Electrical and BPO assembled together to attend an orientation program on “Personality Development, Grooming and Career Guidance” at DB Tech (Hubli) on July 22, 2013. Mr. Sabestian Fernandes (St. Agnel Polytechnic, Goa) was invited as the resource person for the day. The discussion started with Mr. Sabestian briefing the students on various career ventures available for them to sustain themselves and their families. “There are no shortcuts in life,” he explained to the students. He also shared on how these youth need to begin at an entry level job with limited qualification and experience in the field work. He insisted everyone is required to build his or her own credibility at the workplace. Today, the employers look for multi skilled people who can perform several tasks at one time. Next everyone needs to be properly groomed from head to foot including the attire and behaviourial pattern. The communication is equally important along with the positive outlook. The students were even motivated to take risk in life.
Under the guidance of Mr. MD Nasim Akhtar (Supervisor, Electrical Department, Usha Martin), a guest lecture was conducted on July 8, 2013 at DB Tech (Kokar). Around 25 students attended the session, to know more about industrial wiring and its importance. The resource person initiated the lecture by explaining the meaning of industrial motor by giving its definition. The students were even informed about the safety precaution they need to take as working with electricity can be dangerous. Engineers, electricians, and other professionals work with electricity directly while working on overhead lines, cable harnesses, and circuit assemblies. Keeping this in mind, he shared some precaution tips with candidates such as -: • Be Safety Conscious: Practice safety when working on any circuit and slow down! When you are hurry, there is a greater chance for an accident to occur. • Shut the Power Off: Always shut off the power to a circuit or device that you will be working on. • Test the Circuit: After turning a circuit off, it's a good idea to check it with a tester to be sure that, indeed, it is off. • Ladders: Never use an aluminum ladder on any electrical project. Always use an insulated fiberglass ladder to keep you safe. • Wet Locations: Avoid wet areas when working on anything electrical. If there is a reason that you have to be in that situation, wear rubber boots and gloves to lessen the chance of getting a shock. Tools and appliances should be plugged into a GFCI outlet or GFCI extension cord.
3-day Training of Trainers (ToT) was organized at DB Tech (Bhubaneswar) from July 31, 2013 to August 2, 2013 for the newly recruited employees at Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Bihar. The training began with a welcome note for the newly recruited staffs under Odisha Livelihood Mission (OLM) and Axis Bank Foundation (ABF). Mr. R. Anwer (Manager, L&D, DB Tech) conducted the session, which was all about DB Tech as an organization and how it is rewriting India’s skillscape by training and placing thousands of youth across the country every year. The gathering was facilitated through videos, role plays and powerpoint presentations. The history and scope of skill development in India along with a group activity on National Rural Livelihood Mission was also put forward. DB Tech process of preimplementation, implementation and postimplementation was thoroughly discussed through simulation activities, group presentations and role plays. A detailed discussion was done on the strategies of mobilization through mock session and counseling. The participants were oriented about induction module and process for newly admitted students and the possible challenges. On the last day, demonstration session was organized for each domain aiming at assessing and improving classroom delivery mechanism. The meeting ended with participant’s feedback for the three days programme, who really appreciated it.
Sonam Chuzin
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onam Chuzin is a 23-year old girl who lives with her father and sister in Chuchot Yogma (Leh, Ladakh). Her mother was a cancer patient, who died few months before she joined the training. Her father is a farmer having annual income is about Rs. 40, 000; and her sister works as a household worker. She was sitting idle at home with no further education and no work at all. She wanted to get indulge in something that can reduce the boredom at house but was unable to find any option. One such day, she came to know about the DB Tech offering three months course in partnership with MoRD (Govt. of India). The courses are offered with the promise that after the successful completion of training, she will be assisted in getting a job as well. Finding it interesting, she decided to join the course by choosing the Tourism domain. During the induction programme, she was feeling bit shy to talk, but gradually she gained
confidence and came over her fear to speak in public. During the training, she learned many topics such as, how to deal with customers, communication skills, how to involve oneself with great interest, etc. She used to take lot of interest in the field assignments that improved her way of thinking. She got herself completely changed with being groomed well. After completing the training with good score, she got the placement in Competent Synergies located in Mohali at a monthly remuneration of Rs. 5100 and being satisfied she is happily continuing there. Sonam Chuzin says, “I joined the BASE training without any hope but I noticed tremendous changes in myself during the training. I realised my potential and capabilities. And I thought that it is the best way I can overcome the miseries of my family. I really didn’t have the idea that this training will transform my life in such a positive manner. Now I am planning to complete my intermediate. Everyone at the family is really happy with this achievement being made by me. Thank you DB Tech for doing this grand favour to me.”
I joined the BASE training without any hope but I noticed tremendous changes in myself during the training. I realised my potential and capabilities. And I thought that it is the best way I can overcome the miseries of my family. Sonam Chuzin
Orientation Program on Personality Development and Career guidance
Training of Trainers (ToT) for newly appointed staff at DB Tech (Bhubaneswar)
The Construction domain trainees visited a TATA construction site
The first batch of trainees of the Construction domain at DB Tech (Sumanahalli) under TATA Housing project went for a field visit to one of the TATA construction site on July 6, 2013. The trainees were first oriented on the safety induction they need to keep in mind before going to the work place. The visit to the site gave an opportunity to the students to know more about construction work. First they saw raft foundation; and were told about its importance and how it is actually made. They were also shown the shear wall and were given instructions on how it is made, what role it plays in building and with what material it must be constructed. The candidates were then taken to bar bending section and instructed about how to bend, why and where it should be used. They even got a chance to see shuttering for raft foundation, for shear walls and also for columns. It was a great learning experience for the trainees where they received first hand information about the construction aspects under the guidance of Mr. Vijay (CS Champion, TATA Housing Project). The field visit enthused the students. They got the practical experience of what they have learned so far. This even inspired and motivated them to take their studies seriously.
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