Apprenticeship Requirements

Apprenticeship Requirements

Industrial Manufacturing Technician

Apprenticeship 50-420-9

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Effective: August 2025

First Semester

Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
420-510 Industrial Mfg Tech Apprent. 1 3   The first semester of related instruction includes an orientation to the trade and manufacturing, then followed by the MSSC safety module, MSSC quality module, OSHA 10 certification, blueprint reading, visual inspection, measurement and first aid & CPR training. Manufacturing concepts will be introduced and applied in a variety of manufacturing settings. MSSC modules 1 and 2 are aligned with the learning plans for this course along with the MATC course Machine Trades Math
Course #: 420-510
Title: Industrial Mfg Tech Apprent. 1
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments:   The first semester of related instruction includes an orientation to the trade and manufacturing, then followed by the MSSC safety module, MSSC quality module, OSHA 10 certification, blueprint reading, visual inspection, measurement and first aid & CPR training. Manufacturing concepts will be introduced and applied in a variety of manufacturing settings. MSSC modules 1 and 2 are aligned with the learning plans for this course along with the MATC course Machine Trades Math
420-711 Math for the Machine Trades 1   This course provides applied mathematics instruction from a review of basic arithmetic; basic algebra; applications, based on geometry; right triangle trigonometry, oblique angle trigonometry and compound angles. This course was formerly module 1 in related instruction.
Course #: 420-711
Title: Math for the Machine Trades
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments:   This course provides applied mathematics instruction from a review of basic arithmetic; basic algebra; applications, based on geometry; right triangle trigonometry, oblique angle trigonometry and compound angles. This course was formerly module 1 in related instruction.
  Total Credits: 4  
Total Credits: 4

Second Semester

Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
420-512 Industrial Mfg Tech Apprent. 2 3   The second semester of related instruction includes the MSSC manufacturing processes and production and maintenance awareness modules, along with communication, lean manufacturing, problem solving, and frontline leadership. Manufacturing related concepts will be applied to a variety of industrial setting. The course wraps-up with an examination of emerging trends and Technologies, and future directions for manufacturing. MSSC learning objectives in modules 3 and 4 are aligned with the learning plans for this course. In addition, the MATC Communication for Apprentices course is included in the learning plans but will stand alone for registration and transcript purposes.
Course #: 420-512
Title: Industrial Mfg Tech Apprent. 2
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments:   The second semester of related instruction includes the MSSC manufacturing processes and production and maintenance awareness modules, along with communication, lean manufacturing, problem solving, and frontline leadership. Manufacturing related concepts will be applied to a variety of industrial setting. The course wraps-up with an examination of emerging trends and Technologies, and future directions for manufacturing. MSSC learning objectives in modules 3 and 4 are aligned with the learning plans for this course. In addition, the MATC Communication for Apprentices course is included in the learning plans but will stand alone for registration and transcript purposes.
420-712 Communications for Apprentices 1   Introduces the apprentice to basic communication concepts relating to the workplace. It is designed specifically for the apprentice to acquire the necessary skills of giving instructions, writing a technical memo, and explaining a technical process. Throughout the course the apprentice will brainstorm, write, edit, revise, and use one-on-one communication delivery in a small group. The course combines lecture and hands-on activities utilizing information which the apprentice brings from the workplace.
Course #: 420-712
Title: Communications for Apprentices
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments:   Introduces the apprentice to basic communication concepts relating to the workplace. It is designed specifically for the apprentice to acquire the necessary skills of giving instructions, writing a technical memo, and explaining a technical process. Throughout the course the apprentice will brainstorm, write, edit, revise, and use one-on-one communication delivery in a small group. The course combines lecture and hands-on activities utilizing information which the apprentice brings from the workplace.
  Total Credits: 4  
Total Credits: 4

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Minimum Program Credits Required: 8

2.0 Minimum Program Cumulative GPA Required for Graduation
If a student does not enroll in any courses at CVTC for two or more consecutive semesters, the student will be required to reapply with Admissions. Students must abide by any changes in admission requirements and degree requirements.

Updated: 6/1/2023 8:48 a.m.  |  Printed: 7/22/2025 6:55 p.m.

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