Apprenticeship Requirements

First Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

423-710Math & Physics for MMMP Trades1This course examines math and physics concepts as they relate to millwrights and machine maintenance. Apprentices will develop skills related to converting fractions to decimals; using both standard and metric systems; applying basic algebra to solving problems; computing area, volume, mass, and torque; using basic trigonometry; and using math charts, tables and references in support of common work processes.

423-711Print Reading for MMMP1This course explores reading prints commonly used by millwrights and machine maintenance workers. Course competencies include comparing types of prints, interpreting structural drawings, identifying parts from prints, and develop apprentice sketching drawing skills.

TOTAL CREDITS:2 

Second Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

423-712Fasteners for MMMP Trades0.25Course provides apprentices with a chance to compare fasteners and their uses, analyze fastener failures, and install mechanical fasteners.

423-713Precision Measurements MMMP0.5This course develops apprentice skills in precision measurement. Types of measuring instruments will be compared and then measuring skills using tapes, steel rules, micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges will be developed.

423-714Rigging for MMMP Trades1Apprentices will compare types of rigging equipment and their uses; determine safe loads, rig and crib loads, and move a load with cranes and hoists in this course.

423-715Welding for MMMP Trades0.5Course compares common welding processes and develops apprentice skills related to welding, cutting, heating and using oxy-gas. Welding with arc, MIG and TIG is included, along with common cutting and joining techniques.

423-716Metallurgy for MMMP Trades0.5This course develops apprentice skills regarding metallurgical concepts. Apprentices will compare various metals and their applications, apply metallurgical techniques to work processes, test metals for hardness, and examine heat treating applications.

TOTAL CREDITS:2.75 

Third Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

423-717Hydraulics for MMMP Trades0.75This course provides instruction to apprentices concerning many aspects of inspecting, servicing, and troubleshooting hydraulic systems and components. Apprentices will learn safety related issues and be taught proper safety procedures for working with hydraulic systems and components.

423-718Pneumatics & Compressed Air0.75It provides instruction to apprentices concerning many aspects of inspecting, servicing, and troubleshooting pneumatic systems and components. Apprentices will learn safety related issues and be taught proper safety procedures for working with pneumatic systems and components.

423-719Vacuum Systems for MMMP Trades0.75Course introduces principles of vacuum systems and interpreting vacuum system schematics. Apprentices will then develop skills related to installing, repairing, replacing and applying troubleshooting principles to vacuum systems and components. Course examines preventative maintenance techniques commonly used on the job.

TOTAL CREDITS:2.25 

Fourth Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

423-720Pipefitting & Valves for MMMP0.75Course introduces apprentices to pipe sizes, materials and schedules, examines fittings, tubing and valves, and develops skills related to layout, installation, and maintenance.

423-722Packing, Seals, Gaskets MMMP0.5Apprentices will examine packing, seals, and gaskets and compare materials and applications. Then skills in layout, cutting, inspecting, removing, and installing these components will be developed.

423-723Green Awareness for MMMP0.25Green Awareness for the MMMP Trades examines how green projects and sustainable manufacturing initiatives relate to energy efficiency, energy consumption, waste reduction, and changing work processes for the MMMP related trades. Priorities related to cost awareness, energy efficiency, predictive and preventative maintenance, new materials, bearing maintenance, and precision laser alignment are included in this course.

423-732Pumps for the MMMP Trades0.75Course compares different coupling types and examines common misalignment problems. Apprentices will develop skills related to inspecting, troubleshooting, and preparing couplings for removal and installation, and also aligning and lubricating couplings.

TOTAL CREDITS:2.25 

Fifth Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

423-724Preventive & Predictive Maintn1Course examines both preventative and predictive maintenance concepts as they apply to millwright work processes and machine maintenance. Apprentices will develop skills related to assessing machine conditions and faults based on both preventative and predictive maintenance.

423-726Green Awareness for MMMP1Green Awareness for the MMMP Trades examines how green projects and sustainable manufacturing initiatives relate to energy efficiency, energy consumption, waste reduction, and changing work processes for the MMMP related trades. Priorities related to cost awareness, energy efficiency, predictive and preventative maintenance, new materials, bearing maintenance, and precision laser alignment are included in this course. Each competency can stand alone and be added to existing modules in the paid related instruction program, or the course can be delivered in its entirety as a new module in the curriculum. Estimated hours shown with each competency are intended to guide educators and employers with planning, and may be modified to meet local needs. Course was formerly the C-17 module in related instruction for the MMMP apprenticeship programs.

TOTAL CREDITS:2 

Sixth Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

423-730Bearings for the MMMP Trades0.75Apprentices will examine bearing types and applications, and compare equipment bearings. Then learners will develop skills related to bearing inspection, selection, removal, mounting, lubrication and diagnosing bearing failures.

423-731Couplings & Alignment for MMMP1Course compares different coupling types and examines common misalignment problems. Apprentices will develop skills related to inspecting, troubleshooting, and preparing couplings for removal and installation, and also aligning and lubricating couplings.

TOTAL CREDITS:1.75 

Seventh Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

423-733Belts/Sheaves/Pulleys/Drives0.75Course compares different belt types and drive components. Apprentices will develop skills related to inspecting, troubleshooting, removing, selecting, and installing belt drive systems.

423-734Gears/Gearboxes/Gear Assemblie0.75Course compares gear types and applications. Apprentices will develop skills inspecting gear assemblies, troubleshooting gear problems, removing gears and components, and reassembling gear drive systems.

423-735Mechanical Power Transmission0.75Course examines drive transmission systems and their applications, including roller chains. Apprentices will develop skills inspecting power transmission systems and troubleshooting mechanical drive systems.

TOTAL CREDITS:2.25 

Eighth Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

423-736Conveyors for MMMP Trades0.25Course examines chain belt, and other types of conveyors and related components.

423-737Equipm Installation for MMMP0.75Apprentices will layout equipment intallations, plan for moving equipment, and set and level equipment.

423-738Sheet Metal & Struc Steel Fab0.75Course compares types of sheet metal and tools used by the trade. Apprentices will develop skills related to fabricating sheet metal and structural steel and then erecting structural steel.

TOTAL CREDITS:1.75