Signal & Telecommunication Department Structure
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What is the designation of the individual responsible for supervising one or more Sectional Senior Section Engineers?

  • Senior Section Engineer/Head Quarter
  • Senior Section Engineer Incharge Signal (correct)
  • Sectional Senior Section Engineer Signal
  • Junior Engineer Signal

    • Which of the following statements is true regarding the duties of a Sectional Senior Section Engineer?

  • Their duties differ significantly from Junior Engineers.
  • They handle only administrative tasks.
  • They are responsible for installation and maintenance of their section. (correct)
  • They are only responsible for financial management.

    • In what context would the designation 'Senior' be prefixed to Dy Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer?

  • If they have worked in the field for over 10 years.
  • If the divisional officer is in Selection grade. (correct)
  • If they are new to the role.
  • If they are managing a project.

    • Who does the Senior Section Engineer Incharge Signal report to?

    <p>Assistant/Divisional Signal and Telecommunication Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What roles are directly responsible for assisting Sectional SSE/JE (Signal)?

    <p>Signal Technicians and maintenance gangs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following positions is not listed as a designation under the Signal supervisors?

    <p>Junior Engineer Tracking Systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a core responsibility of the Sectional SSE and Junior Engineer according to the content?

    <p>Installation and maintenance of their respective sections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Signal and Telecommunication Department, who assists in discharging technical duties in the office?

    <p>Technical Supervisors (SSEs/JEs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What additional support is provided to each SSE(Signal)/(Incharge) for maintenance requirements?

    <p>One or more special gangs of Signal Technicians and Artisan staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dictates the strength of staff such as SSE/JE and Signal Technicians?

    <p>An approved yard stick by the Railway Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the drawing office organization at the Zonal Railway?

    <p>Overseeing drawing and design for open line and construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following vehicles may be provided to each Sectional SSE/JE(Signal)?

    <p>Trolley/motor trolley/utility vehicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is primarily responsible for the drawing and design office at the Zonal HQ?

    <p>Senior Section Engineer (Design and Drawing)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the abbreviation for the Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer for Railways?

    <p>PCSTE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an extra divisional organization within the Signal and Telecommunication Department on the Railways?

    <p>District Project Management Office</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which designation corresponds to Chief Workshop Manager?

    <p>CWM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The designation of Senior Divisional Signal and Telecommunication Engineer is abbreviated as:

    <p>Sr.DSTE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for the efficient functioning of the extra divisional organizations?

    <p>Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position is NOT part of the technical staff in the Signal and Telecommunication Department?

    <p>Chief Telecommunication Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is typically required for the controlling officer of an extra divisional organization?

    <p>Support from a team of officers in various grades</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The strength of officers in the extra divisional organizations should comply with which entity's guidelines?

    <p>Railway Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Deputy Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer abbreviated as?

    <p>Dy.CSTE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following designations focuses on Design & Drawing?

    <p>CSTE/D&amp;D</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which designation is typically associated with officers and staff within the S&T sector?

    <p>Assistant Signal Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The position of Chief Signal Engineer is represented by which abbreviation?

    <p>CSE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which unit is classified as an extra divisional organization?

    <p>Field Units of Construction Organisation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of S&T officers, which abbreviation typically represents the Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer?

    <p>CSTE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which designation does not include the term 'Telecommunication'?

    <p>Chief Signal Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is responsible for overseeing the technical staff in the workshop?

    <p>Chief Workshop Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of influence does the Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer have over the extra divisional organizations?

    <p>Indirect influence through senior officers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be a reason for different designations of S&T officers and staff?

    <p>Nature of duty or place of posting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the abbreviation for Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer/Construction?

    <p>CSTE/C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following responsibilities is NOT typically assigned to officers in extra divisional organizations?

    <p>Directing national policy changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the Signal and Telecommunication Engineer in charge of a Division?

    <p>Maintaining and ensuring correct functioning of installations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the technical control over the Signal and Telecommunication Engineer in a Division?

    <p>The Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In cases of major joint projects, what can the Signal and Telecommunication unit be designated as?

    <p>A self-contained unit under the administrative control of the project head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If multiple highest grade officers are available in a division, who is nominated as the in-charge of the S&T Department?

    <p>The senior-most officer available</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer play regarding officers of the Signal and Telecommunication Branch?

    <p>Lays down the duties of various officers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the officer responsible for the S&T Department in a division?

    <p>Senior Divisional Signal and Telecommunication Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the role of the Head of the Signal and Telecommunication Unit encompass during projects?

    <p>Coordinating with the Principal Chief Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition can the Signal and Telecommunication Engineer be assisted by a team of officers?

    <p>In case of excess workload or need for specialization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect is considered when coordinating placement of personnel for assignments?

    <p>The overall career development of personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may happen if there are no senior officers in the highest grade on a division?

    <p>The role will be filled by a junior officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Senior Section Engineer Incharge Signal?

    <p>He supervises the work of Sectional Senior Section Engineers and Junior Engineers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following roles supports the Sectional SSE/JE (Signal)?

    <p>Signal Technician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What designation typically assists in the headquarters for technical duties?

    <p>Dy Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a responsibility of the Sectional SSE/JE (Signal)?

    <p>Overseeing installation and maintenance of the signal section.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the designation 'Senior' get added to Dy Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer?

    <p>If he holds a selection grade/JA grade.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following would NOT be a responsibility of Technical Supervisors in signal departments?

    <p>Supervising the work of multiple departments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the Senior Section Engineer/Sectional and Junior Engineer's duties?

    <p>Their duties are identical unless specified otherwise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might the Dy Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer/Construction be designated as?

    <p>Dy Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer/Project</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition allows the Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer to create a yard stick for staff strength?

    <p>Absence of an existing yard stick</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not supported by the Sectional SSE/JE(Signal) for office management and security?

    <p>Transportation of staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which role is primarily responsible for handling the Drawing and Design office at the Zonal Railway?

    <p>Senior Section Engineer (Design and Drawing)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of having designated trolley men/helpers for Sectional SSE/JE(Signal)?

    <p>To aid in the operation and movement of equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a typical factor considered when framing a suitable yardstick for staff strength by the Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer?

    <p>Density of train services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is directly responsible for overseeing the Signal and Telecommunication Workshops?

    <p>Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main responsibility of the controlling officer of an extra divisional organization?

    <p>To ensure efficient functioning of the organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following roles is typically part of the team assisting the controlling officer?

    <p>Junior Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the current guidelines, the strength of officers in extra divisional organizations should largely conform to which entity?

    <p>Railway Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position is primarily responsible for handling the technical duties in the headquarters office?

    <p>Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might influence the variation in designations among S&T officers?

    <p>Nature of duty and place of posting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the relationship between field units of construction organisations and extra divisional organisations?

    <p>Field units fall under the jurisdiction of extra divisional organisations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which entity is likely to designate any other unit besides the ones listed in the extra divisional organizations?

    <p>Railway Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common feature of the team that assists the controlling officer in extra divisional organizations?

    <p>They vary in grades depending on requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following could potentially be included in the signal and telecommunication training centre?

    <p>Technical hands-on training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which designation is primarily responsible for the construction aspects within the Signal and Telecommunication Department?

    <p>Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer/Construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the abbreviation CSTE/Plg represent in the context of the Signal and Telecommunication Department?

    <p>Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer/Planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who would likely oversee the technical staff assigned to the Signal and Telecommunication Workshop?

    <p>Chief Workshop Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which designation specifically deals with the design and drawing functions within the Signal and Telecommunication Department?

    <p>Senior Section Engineer/Design &amp; Drawing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which role is responsible for supervising multiple Senior Section Engineers within a division?

    <p>Senior Divisional Signal and Telecommunication Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following abbreviations corresponds to the Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer headquarter?

    <p>CSTE/HQ</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the Deputy Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer in the organizational structure?

    <p>Overseeing Divisional activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of hierarchy, who is positioned directly below the Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer?

    <p>Deputy Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position is responsible for overseeing Junior Engineers and their respective artisan staff?

    <p>Senior Section Engineer (Signal)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the abbreviation for the Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer/Projects?

    <p>CSTE/P</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary administrative role of the Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer?

    <p>To ensure the efficient and economical functioning of the Signal and Telecommunication Department</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of professionals does the Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer primarily coordinate?

    <p>Heads of Departments responsible for different areas of engineering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which officer is typically responsible for the technical control of the Signal and Telecommunication unit in a division?

    <p>Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of support may the Heads of Departments (HODs) receive at headquarters?

    <p>A team of officers such as Deputy Chief Engineers, among others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which role does the Chief Signal Engineer play within the Open Line Organisation?

    <p>Manages construction activities under the Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Heads of Departments (HODs) in relation to their teams at headquarters?

    <p>They provide necessary direction and control for duty discharge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does NOT directly assist the Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer?

    <p>Chief Administrative Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is ultimately responsible for laying down the duties for officers of the Headquarters and Divisions?

    <p>Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common focus of the various heads of departments (HODs) within the Signal and Telecommunication Department?

    <p>Operational oversight of distinct engineering functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the roles of the Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer from the heads of departments (HODs)?

    <p>The Principal Chief is responsible for strategic direction while HODs manage operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Signal & Telecommunication Department Organisation

    • Signal Department Hierarchy: The department is structured with a clear chain of command, starting with the Principal Chief Signal & Telecommunication Engineer (PCSTE) at the top, followed by Chief Signal Engineers (CSE), Dy. Chief Signal & Telecommunication Engineers (Dy.CSTE), Sr. Divisional Signal & Telecommunication Engineers (Sr.DSTE) and Divisional Signal & Telecommunication Engineers (DSTE).
    • Technical Staff: Technical staff includes Senior Section Engineers (SSE), Junior Engineers (JE) and Artisans.
    • Signal Supervisor Roles & Responsibilities:
      • SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Oversees the work of multiple Sectional SSE/JE(Signal) and reports to the Assistant/Divisional Signal & Telecommunication Engineer.
      • Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Directly responsible for installation and maintenance within their designated sector or section.
    • Staff Support:
      • Sectional SSE/JE (Signal) have support teams including Signal Technicians, maintenance gangs and Assistant staff.
      • SSE(Signal)/Incharge receives additional staff support for office management, stores security and operation of vehicles like pick-up vans, utility vehicles, and material handling equipment.
    • Extra Divisional Organizations: These include Signal & Telecommunication workshops, Training Schools/Centres, field construction units, and other units designated by the Railway.
      • Each extra divisional unit is managed by a designated officer responsible to the PCSTE or Chief Signal & Telecommunication Engineer (Construction) directly or via a HQ officer.
    • Staff Strength:
      • The overall strength of officers and staff is based on Railway Board guidelines.
      • The PCSTE is responsible for setting the strength when Railway board guidelines are unavailable, taking into account signaling standards, installation types, yard size, train frequency, and overall section importance.

    Drawing Office Structure

    • Drawing Office Personnel:
      • SSE(D&D): Senior Section Engineer (Design & Drawing)
      • JE(D&D): Junior Engineer (Design & Drawing)
    • Office Location: The drawing office of Zonal Railways for open line and construction work is usually situated at Zonal HQ.
    • Office Management: The office is overseen by a JAG/SG officer and assisted by Sr. Scale/Jr. Scale officers and SSE's/JEs D&D.

    Signal & Telecommunication Department Organization

    • The Signal and Telecommunication Department is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of signaling assets.
    • Major construction activities are led by a Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer (Construction) who reports to the Open Line General Manager.
    • The Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer (PCSTE) is the administrative head of the department and reports to the General Manager.

    Organizational Structure

    • The PCSTE may be assisted by Heads of Department (HODs) in areas like Chief Signal Engineer, Chief Communications Engineer, and Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer/Planning.
    • HODs coordinate their work through the PCSTE.
    • HODs have a team of Deputy Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineers, Senior/Executive Signal and Telecommunication Engineers, and Assistant/Assistant Executive Signal and Telecommunication Engineers to support them.
    • The PCSTE defines the duties of all headquarters and divisional officers.

    Extra Divisional Organizations

    • Extra Divisional Organizations include:
      • Signal & Telecommunication Workshops
      • Signal & Telecommunication Training Schools/Centers
      • Field units of Construction organizations, such as projects, works, and CORE.
      • Any other unit designated by the Railway
    • Each organization has an officer responsible for its efficient functioning and reports to the PCSTE or Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer(Construction).

    Officer Designations and Abbreviations

    • Key Officer Designations with abbreviations:
      • Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer: PCSTE
      • Chief Signal Engineer: CSE
      • Chief Telecommunication Engineer: CCE
      • Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer/Construction: CSTE/C
      • Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer/Projects: CSTE/P
      • Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer/Planning: CSTE/Plg
      • Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer/Design & Drawing: CSTE/D&D
      • Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer/Works: CSTE/W
      • Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer/Headquarters: CSTE/HQ
      • Chief Workshop Manager: CWM
      • Deputy Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer: Dy.CSTE
      • Senior Divisional Signal and Telecommunication Engineer: Sr.DSTE
      • Divisional/Executive/Senior Signal and Telecommunication Engineer: DSTE/ESTE/SSTE
      • Assistant Divisional/Assistant Signal and Telecommunication Engineer: ADSTE/ASTE

    Technical Staff

    • Technical staff includes:
      • Senior Section Engineer (SSE) (Signal)
      • Junior Engineer (JE) (Signal)
      • Senior Section Engineer (Design & Drawing) (SSE/D&D)
      • Junior Engineer (Design & Drawing): JE/D&D
      • Senior Section Engineer (SSE) and Junior Engineer (JE) of the Signal and Telecommunication Workshop
    • Each SSE (Signal)/Incharge, Sectional SSE/JE (Signal) is provided with special gangs consisting of Signal Technicians, Artisan staff and Assistants for maintenance work.
    • SSE (Signal)/Incharge receive necessary manpower for office and store management and security.
    • Sectional SSE/JE (Signal) may have utility vehicles/trolleys.
    • Sectional SSE/JE (Signal) receive staff support similar to what the SSE (Signal)/Incharge receives.

    Staff Strength

    • SSE/JE, Signal Technicians, Sectional gangs, and office staff numbers are generally based on Railway Board guidelines.
    • Where guidelines are not present, the PCSTE creates a suitable yard stick based on signaling standards, installation type, yard size, train density, and section importance.

    Drawing Office Organization

    • The Drawing Office is generally located at the Zonal HQ.
    • It's managed by a JAG/SG officer and assisted by Sr.Scale/Jr.Scale officers and SSE’s/JEs D&D.

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