Apprenticeship Requirements

First Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

420-714Engineering Drawings for MTA1This course will acquaint the apprentice with the interpretation of engineering prints and other technical and manufacturing documentation. The primary focus of the course will be on that part of manufacturing most closely related to machining and tooling. Background information is provided relative to the process used to create and finish the product or piece part on the prints being studied. This course was formerly module 4 in related instruction.

606-701Introduction to Solid Modeling1Explores fundamentals of computer-aided design (CAD) using SolidWorks software. Provides an application of SolidWorks in creating manufacturing models including solid-part models, assembly models, and engineering drawings.

623-701Intro Mfg Processes1Apprentices explore common processes used in manufacturing. Emphasis is placed on strategies in standard processes.

804-504Industrial Math 11Explore the topics of applied arithmetic and algebra. Study concepts related to measurement, fractions, decimals, percent, ratio and proportion, signed numbers, formula substitution, solutions to equations, tapers and gears. Calculate the areas and volumes of common geometric shapes.

TOTAL CREDITS:4 

Second Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

606-702GDT Metrology Apprentices 11Provides introductory theory and application to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing according to ASME-14.4M-2007 as well as previous Standards written for 1997 and 1982.

623-702Hand & Bench Tool Inspections2Provides introduction and practice to the hand and bench tools used in inspection. A variety of precision measuring instruments and other tools will be explored including Verier scales, indirect gages, gage blocks, micrometers, indicators, optical comparator, electronic height gauge, and a toolmaker's microscope.

804-505Industrial Math 21Examine topics in geometry and trigonometry that are related to the metalworking trades. Practice applying geometric theorems and solving both right and oblique triangle problems.

TOTAL CREDITS:4 

Third Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

606-703GDT Metrology Apprentices 21606-702Provides the application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing according to ASME-14.4M-2007. Apprentices will use SolidWorks to apply GDT to drawings.

623-703Prod Pt Approval Fundamentals1Introduces apprentices to the fundamental components of a production part or first run approval process. Emphasizes dimensional verification & validation and communication of results. Also provides overview of the customer/supplier relationship and the components typically required in a production part approval process.

623-704Coord Measuring Machines 12606-703Provides an introduction to a portable CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine). Apprentices inspect dimensions and tolerances, demonstrate acceptably accuracy, write a measurements routine, employ CAD models, and produce a customized inspection report.

TOTAL CREDITS:4 

Fourth Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

623-705Process Improvement Tools2623-704 and 623-701Covers structured problem solving methodologies including Six Sigma and 8D used to implement process improvement.

623-706Coord Measuring Machines 22623-704A continuation of the advanced inspection techniques using a CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine). Apprentices write a measurement routine for a bridge CMM, inspect GD&T with a CMM, employ laser scanning techniques, and validate measurements using a second method.

TOTAL CREDITS:4