Industry-recognized credential: Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Certified Production Technician
Complete in: The full Manufacturing Production Technician program takes three months or less. Components of the program can be taken as individual classes.
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Manufacturing Production Technician Courses
3D Printing
Course ID: SEF-3001BQ1 | Overview
This hands-on approach to the many aspects of 3D printing (additive manufacturing) uses a Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) system in a safe and efficient manner. The course provides training in computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) using a business grade 3D Printer and 3D CAD Software.
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Electrical Controls
Course ID: SEF-3001BM1 | Overview
In this course, students will learn how to use industrial control components, electrical symbols, and electrical schematics; wire an industrial control circuit given a description and a schematic; procedures and techniques for troubleshooting and fault analysis; and multi-meter methods and techniques. In teams of two, students will wire multiple control panel circuits using a circuit schematic, and troubleshoot common industrial control circuit faults using a schematic and multi-meter. Hands-on training will be supplemented with online assignments.
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Mechanical Blueprint Reading
Course ID: MEC-3010E1 | Overview
In this fascinating course, you’ll learn to read and interpret blueprints – a skill that’s critical for manufacturing products to meet specifications and making sure finished parts function as intended! This course covers the three major elements of a blueprint: drawing, dimensions, and notes; and you’ll gain a thorough understanding of each. You’ll read and interpret drawings in class and complete assignments online.
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PLC Controls
Course ID: SEF-3001BN1 | Overview
In this course, students will review PLC components and functions; learn how to read an electrical/PLC schematic; connect a PLC industrial control circuit; program and operate the PLC; and download programs. In teams of two, students will wire multiple PLC control panel circuits using a circuit schematic, and troubleshoot PLC circuits and conduct fault analysis using a schematic and a multi-meter. Hands-on training will be supplemented with online assignments.
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Tool and Die Maker
Course ID: SEF-3001AFG | Overview
Do you want to play an integral role in a manufacturing process? Are you looking for a way to become more indispensable to your employer in the manufacturing industry? Tool and die makers are skilled artisans who enter their careers after a combination of education and hands-on training. This online Tool and Die Maker course is the perfect way to get started in your new career as a tool and die maker.
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Schematics Recertification
Course ID: SEF-3001CF1 | Overview
This course uses company-specific drawings for assemblies and covers reading mechanical/component drawings, engineering schematics for assembly, wire charts, and BOM (Billing of Materials) for final product assembly. Participants will learn about schematic symbols, wiring diagrams, torqueing requirements, safety equipment, and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for final product.
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Validation Documentation
Course ID: SEF-79754 | Overview
Learn the fundamental principles of validation documentation, including different types of documentation, the purpose of each, how they are utilized to ensure compliance, and how to utilize basic engineering documentation in support of qualification. Find out about the tools available to conduct computer, equipment, facility, or utility assessments in order to determine qualification requirements. A general overview of installation, operational and performance qualification protocol content will be provided. Participants will learn to record field measurements in a protocol, record technical observations in the field, and conduct a technical peer review of an executed protocol prior to final approval submission. Interactive in-class exercises will be used to help illustrate concepts and enhance understanding.
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