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Apprenticeship Requirements

Metrology Technician

Apprenticeship 50-623-2

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Effective: August 2025

First Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
420-714 Engineering Drawings for MTA 1   This 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.
Course #: 420-714
Title: Engineering Drawings for MTA
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments:   This 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.
606-701 Introduction to Solid Modeling 1   Explores 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.
Course #: 606-701
Title: Introduction to Solid Modeling
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments:   Explores 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.
623-701 Intro Mfg Processes 1   Apprentices explore common processes used in manufacturing. Emphasis is placed on strategies in standard processes.
Course #: 623-701
Title: Intro Mfg Processes
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments:   Apprentices explore common processes used in manufacturing. Emphasis is placed on strategies in standard processes.
804-504 Industrial Math 1 1   Explore 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.
Course #: 804-504
Title: Industrial Math 1
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments:   Explore 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  
Total Credits: 4

Second Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
606-702 GDT Metrology Apprentices 1 1   Provides 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.
Course #: 606-702
Title: GDT Metrology Apprentices 1
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments:   Provides 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.
623-702 Hand & Bench Tool Inspections 2   Provides 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.
Course #: 623-702
Title: Hand & Bench Tool Inspections
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments:   Provides 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.
804-505 Industrial Math 2 1   Examine topics in geometry and trigonometry that are related to the metalworking trades. Practice applying geometric theorems and solving both right and oblique triangle problems.
Course #: 804-505
Title: Industrial Math 2
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments:   Examine 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  
Total Credits: 4

Third Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
606-703 GDT Metrology Apprentices 2 1 606-702 Provides the application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing according to ASME-14.4M-2007. Apprentices will use SolidWorks to apply GDT to drawings.
Course #: 606-703
Title: GDT Metrology Apprentices 2
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments: 606-702 Provides the application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing according to ASME-14.4M-2007. Apprentices will use SolidWorks to apply GDT to drawings.
623-703 Prod Pt Approval Fundamentals 1   Introduces 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.
Course #: 623-703
Title: Prod Pt Approval Fundamentals
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments:   Introduces 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.
623-704 Coord Measuring Machines 1 2 606-703 Provides 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.
Course #: 623-704
Title: Coord Measuring Machines 1
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: 606-703 Provides 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  
Total Credits: 4

Fourth Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
623-705 Process Improvement Tools 2 623-704 and 623-701 Covers structured problem solving methodologies including Six Sigma and 8D used to implement process improvement.
Course #: 623-705
Title: Process Improvement Tools
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: 623-704 and 623-701 Covers structured problem solving methodologies including Six Sigma and 8D used to implement process improvement.
623-706 Coord Measuring Machines 2 2 623-704 A 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.
Course #: 623-706
Title: Coord Measuring Machines 2
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: 623-704 A 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  
Total Credits: 4

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Minimum Program Credits Required: 16

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.

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