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Engineering Technician

The Engineering Technician course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary for this manufacturing role. You will learn about math, inspection, safety, materials, machining, quality, grinding, electrical systems, automation, motor controls, additive manufacturing, assembly, design, and management.

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                                330 Course Hrs
                            

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                                    GES775
                            
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                                18 Months
                            
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Are you a problem solver and a team player? Why not consider a career as an engineering technician? An engineering technician needs a practical understanding of engineering concepts to assist engineers and technologists in projects relating to research and development, implementation or operation. This course can provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to prove competency and begin your career as an engineering technician quickly.

This online Engineering Technician course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary for this manufacturing role. You will learn math, inspection, safety, materials, machining, quality, grinding, electrical systems, automation, motor controls, additive manufacturing, assembly, design, and management necessary to work as an Engineering Technician.

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Math
1. Math Fundamentals
2. Math: Fractions and Decimals
3. Units of Measurement
4. Basics of Tolerance
5. Blueprint Reading
6. Algebra Fundamentals
7. Geometry: Triangles
8. Geometry: Circles and Polygons
9. Geometry: Lines and Angles
10. Trigonometry: The Pythagorean Theorem
11. Trigonometry: Sine, Cosine, Tangent
12. Trigonometry: Sine Bar Applications
13. Interpreting Blueprints
14. Statistics
15. Concepts of Calculus
Inspection
1. Basic Measurement
2. Calibration Fundamentals
3. Hole Standards and Inspection
4. Thread Standards and Inspection
5. Surface Texture and Inspection
6. Introduction to GD&T
7. Major Rules of GD&T
8. Inspecting a Prismatic Part
9. Inspecting a Cylindrical Part
10. Advanced Hole Inspection
11. Inspecting with Optical Comparators
12. Inspecting with CMMs
13. In-Line Inspection Applications
Metal Cutting
1. Cutting Processes
2. Safety for Metal Cutting
3. Overview of Machine Tools
4. Basic Cutting Theory
5. Band Saw Operation
6. Introduction to Metal Cutting Fluids
7. Metal Cutting Fluid Safety
8. Speed and Feed for the Lathe
9. Speed and Feed for the Mill
10. Cutting Tool Materials
11. Carbide Grade Selection
12. ANSI Insert Selection
13. Lathe Tool Geometry
14. Drill Tool Geometry
15. Impact of Workpiece Materials
16. High-Speed Machining
17. Hard Turning
18. Machining Titanium Alloys
Machining
1. Manual Mill Basics
2. Engine Lathe Basics
3. Manual Mill Setup
4. Overview of Engine Lathe Setup
5. Manual Mill Operation
6. Engine Lathe Operation
7. Holemaking on the Manual Mill
8. Threading on the Engine Lathe
9. Taper Turning on the Engine Lathe
10. Introduction to CNC Machines
11. Basics of the CNC Lathe
12. Basics of the CNC Mill
13. Coordinates for the CNC Lathe
14. Coordinates for the CNC Mill
15. Basics of G Code Programming
16. Introduction to CAD and CAM for Machining
17. Control Panel Functions for the CNC Lathe
18. Control Panel Functions for the CNC Mill
19. Offsets on the CNC Lathe
20. Offsets on the CNC Mill
21. Creating a CNC Turning Program
22. Creating a CNC Milling Program
23. Turning Calculations
24. Calculations for Programming the Mill
25. Canned Cycles for the Lathe
26. Canned Cycles for the Mill
27. Haas Mill: Control Panel Overview
28. Haas Lathe: Control Panel Overview
29. Haas Mill: Entering Offsets
30. Haas Lathe: Entering Offsets
31. Haas Mill: Locating Program Zero
32. Haas Lathe: Locating Program Zero
33. Haas Mill: Program Execution
34. Haas Lathe: Program Execution
35. Haas Mill: Program Storage
36. Haas Lathe: Program Storage
37. Haas Mill: First Part Runs
38. Haas Lathe: First Part Runs
39. Fanuc Mill: Control Panel Overview
40. Fanuc Lathe: Control Panel Overview
41. Fanuc Mill: Entering Offsets
42. Fanuc Lathe: Entering Offsets
43. Fanuc Mill: Locating Program Zero
44. Fanuc Mill: Program Execution
45. Fanuc Lathe: Locating Program Zero
46. Fanuc Lathe: Program Execution
47. Fanuc Mill: Program Storage
48. Fanuc Lathe: Program Storage
49. Fanuc Mill: First Part Runs
50. Fanuc Lathe: First Part Runs
51. Mazak Mill: Control Panel Overview
52. Mazak Lathe: Control Panel Overview
53. Mazak Mill: Locating Program Zero
54. Mazak Lathe: Locating Program Zero
55. Mazak Mill: Entering Offsets
56. Creating an EIA/ISO Program for the Mazak Mill
57. Creating an EIA/ISO Program for the Mazak Lathe
58. Creating a Mazatrol Program for the Mill
59. Creating a Mazatrol Program for the Lathe
60. Mazak Mill: Program Execution
61. Mazak Lathe: Program Execution
62. Mazak Mill: Program Storage
63. Mazak Lathe: Program Storage
64. Mazak Mill: First Part Runs
65. Mazak Lathe: First Part Runs
66. Mazak Lathe: Entering Offsets
Safety
1. Intro to OSHA
2. Personal Protective Equipment
3. Noise Reduction and Hearing Conservation
4. Respiratory Safety
5. Lockout/Tagout Procedures
6. SDS and Hazard Communication
7. Bloodborne Pathogens
8. Walking and Working Surfaces
9. Fire Safety and Prevention
10. Flammable/Combustible Liquids
11. Ergonomics
12. Hand and Power Tool Safety
13. Safety for Lifting Devices
14. Powered Industrial Truck Safety
15. Confined Spaces
16. Environmental Safety Hazards
17. Machine Guarding
Materials
1. Introduction to Physical Properties
2. Introduction to Mechanical Properties
3. Introduction to Metals
4. Introduction to Plastics
5. Metal Manufacturing
6. Classification of Steel
7. Essentials of Heat Treatment of Steel
8. Hardness Testing
9. Ferrous Metals
10. Nonferrous Metals
11. Ceramics
12. Thermoplastics
13. Thermosets
14. Exotic Alloys
Quality and Manufacturing Management
1. Essentials of Leadership
2. Essentials of Communication
3. ISO 9001:2015 Review
4. Continuous Process Improvement: Managing Flow
5. Manufacturing Process Applications: Part I
6. Continuous Process Improvement: Identifying and Eliminating Waste
7. Manufacturing Process Applications: Part II
8. Managing Performance: Best Practices
9. Approaches to Maintenance
10. Process Design and Development
11. Product Design and Development
12. Managing Performance: Corrective Actions
13. Production System Design and Development
14. Equipment/Tool Design and Development
15. Basics of Manufacturing Costs
16. Total Productive Maintenance
17. Conflict Resolution Principles
18. 5S Overview
19. Conflict Resolution for Different Groups
20. Team Leadership
21. Intro to Six Sigma
22. Manufacturing Management
23. Troubleshooting
24. Personal Effectiveness
25. Managing the Diverse Workplace
26. SPC Overview
27. Performance Management and the Law
28. Metrics for Lean
29. Process Flow Charting
30. Strategies for Setup Reduction
31. Management Tools: Product and Process Design
32. Six Sigma Goals and Tools
Grinding
1. Grinding Processes
2. Grinding Safety
3. Basic Grinding Theory
4. Basics of the Surface Grinder
5. Basics of the Cylindrical Grinder
6. Basics of the Centerless Grinder
7. Setup for the Surface Grinder
8. Setup for the Cylindrical Grinder
9. Setup for the Centerless Grinder
10. Surface Grinder Operation
11. Cylindrical Grinder Operation
12. Centerless Grinder Operation
13. Introduction to Grinding Fluids
14. Grinding Ferrous Metals
15. Grinding Nonferrous Metals
16. Grinding Wheel Materials
17. Grinding Wheel Geometry
Power and Control
1. Electrical Units
2. Applied and Engineering Sciences
3. Safety for Electrical Work
4. Forces of Machines
5. Introduction to Circuits
6. The Forces of Fluid Power
7. Relays, Contactors, and Motor Starters
8. Introduction to Magnetism
9. Control Devices
10. DC Circuit Components
11. Distribution Systems
12. NEC Overview
13. AC Fundamentals
14. AC Motor Applications
15. Electrical Instruments
16. Electrical Print Reading
17. DC Power Sources
18. AC Power Sources
19. Conductor Selection
20. Series Circuit Calculations
21. Introduction to Electric Motors
22. Reversing Motor Circuits
23. Parallel Circuit Calculations
24. Symbols and Diagrams for Motors
25. Logic and Line Diagrams
26. Battery Selection
27. DC Motor Applications
28. Specs for Servomotors
29. Solenoids
30. Timers and Counters
31. Electronic Semiconductor Devices
32. Photonic Semiconductor Devices
33. Limit Switches and Proximity Sensors
34. Photoelectric and Ultrasonic Devices
35. Reduced Voltage Starting
36. Solid-State Relays and Starters
37. Deceleration Methods
38. Acceleration Methods
PLCs and Automation
1. Automated Systems and Control
2. Basics of Siemens PLCs
3. Intro to PLCs
4. Siemens PLC Hardware
5. Hardware for PLCs
6. Numbers, Codes, and Data Types for Siemens PLCs
7. Numbering Systems and Codes
8. Siemens PLC Communication
9. Networking for PLCs
10. Siemens PLC Inputs and Outputs
11. PLC Inputs and Outputs
12. Siemens Human Machine Interfaces
13. Siemens SIMATIC Modular PLCs
14. Industrial Network Integration
15. Basics of Ladder Logic
16. Siemens PLC Programming Concepts
17. Basic Programming
18. Hand-Held Programmers of PLCs
19. Basic Ladder Diagram Programming for Siemens PLCs
20. Basic Function Block Diagram Programming for Siemens PLCs
21. PLC Diagrams and Programs
22. Ladder Diagram Timers and Counters for Siemens PLCs
23. Function Block Diagram Timers and Counters for Siemens PLCs
24. PLC Timers and Counters
25. Overview of PLC Registers
26. PLC Program Control Instructions
27. Math for PLCs
28. Additional Ladder Diagram Instructions for Siemens PLCs
29. Additional Function Block Diagram Instructions for Siemens PLCs
30. Sequencer Instructions for PLCs
31. Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200 PLCs
32. PLC Installation Practices
33. Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 PLCs
34. Siemens Safety Integrated for Factory Automation
Additive Manufacturing
1. Intro to Additive Manufacturing
2. Additive Manufacturing Safety
3. The Basic Additive Manufacturing Process
4. Additive Manufacturing Methods and Materials
5. Design for Additive Manufacturing
6. Additive Manufacturing Materials Science
7. Integrating Additive Manufacturing with Traditional Manufacturing
8. Additive Manufacturing as a Secondary Process
Welding
1. Welding Safety Essentials
2. PPE for Welding
3. Welding Fumes and Gases Safety
4. Electrical Safety for Welding
5. Introduction to Welding
6. Introduction to Welding Processes
7. Math Fundamentals for Welding
8. Geometry Fundamentals for Welding
9. Material Tests for Welding
10. Welding Ferrous Metals
11. Welding Nonferrous Metals
12. Overview of Weld Types
13. Overview of Weld Defects
14. Welding Symbols and Codes
15. Electrical Power for Arc Welding
16. Introduction to SMAW
17. Introduction to GMAW
18. Introduction to FCAW
19. Introduction to GTAW
20. Fabrication Process
21. Overview of Soldering
22. Thermal Cutting Overview
23. Plasma Cutting
24. Oxyfuel Cutting Applications
25. Introduction to Automation
26. SMAW Applications
27. GMAW Applications
28. Advanced GMAW Applications
29. FCAW Applications
30. GTAW Applications
Adhesives
1. Intro to Adhesive Bonding
2. Basics of the Bonding Process
3. Intro to Adhesive Properties
4. Types of Adhesives
5. Surface Preparation
6. Steps for Adhesive Application
Fasteners
1. Intro to Assembly
2. Safety for Assembly
3. Intro to Fastener Threads
4. Overview of Threaded Fasteners
5. Tools for Threaded Fasteners
6. Overview of Non-Threaded Fasteners
7. Intro to Fastener Ergonomics
8. Properties for Fasteners
9. Understanding Torque
10. Threaded Fastener Selection
Composites
1. Intro to Composites
2. Safety for Composite Processing
3. Overview of Composite Processes
4. Traditional Composites
5. Advanced Thermoset Resins for Composites
6. Advanced Materials for Composites
7. Intro to Lay-up and Spray-up Molding
8. Intro to Compression Molding
9. Surface Finishing Composites
10. Vacuum Bagging Technique: Single-sided Bagging
11. Composite Inspection and Defect Prevention
12. Repair Methods for Composites

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This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive eighteen (18) months to complete the course.

What if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Am I guaranteed a job?

This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

Can I get financial assistance?

This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance.

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Engineering Technician

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