Course Curriculum

• Mathematics

  • Introduction to Basic Math
  • Arithmetic Operations
  • Introduction to Fractions
  • Working with Fractions
  • Decimal Numbers
  • Numbers and the Number Line
  • Positive and Negative Numbers
  • Cartesian Coordinates
  • The Metric System

• Geometry

  • Introduction to Geometry
  • Basic Building Blocks of Geometry
  • Angles
  • Lines
  • Polygons
  • Triangles
  • Quadrilaterals
  • Circles
  • Three-dimensional Shapes
  • Coordinate Geometry
  • Transformation Geometry

• Health & safety

  • Introduction to OSHA
  • Making Work a Safer Place
  • Help! What to Do in an Emergency
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Eye and Face Protection
  • Head Protection
  • Foot and Leg Protection
  • Hand and Arm Protection
  • Body Protection
  • Hearing Protection
  • Respiratory Protection
  • Hazardous Materials
  • HazCom
  • Hazardous Waste
  • Hazard Material Storage
  • Work Area Safety
  • Permit-Related Safety
  • Fall Prevention
  • Ladder Safety
  • Electrical Safety
  • Lockout/Tagout
  • Fire Safety
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Material Handling Basics
  • Powered Industrial Trucks
  • Crane and Rigging Safety
  • Hand Tool Safety
  • Power Tool Safety
  • Sheet Metal and Compressed Gas Safety
  • Machine Safety
  • Safety Devices

• Engineering Drawings

  • Introduction to Blueprints
  • Engineering Drawing Terminology
  • Engineering Drawing Views
  • Engineering Drawing Lines
  • Dimensions and Tolerances
  • Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances
  • Assemblies and Fits
  • Threads and Fasteners
  • Introduction to GD&T
  • GD&T Terms and Symbols
  • Rules of GD&T
  • Geometric Tolerances
  • Datums
  • Form Tolerances
  • Profile Tolerances
  • Orientation Tolerances .
  • Runout Tolerances
  • Location Tolerances

• Measurement

  • Introduction to Precision Instruments
  • Rules
  • Calipers
  • Micrometers
  • Small Hole Gauges
  • Dial Indicators
  • Bore Gauges
  • Height Gauges
  • Go/NoGo Gauges
  • Test Indicators
  • Go/NoGo Thread Gauges
  • Attribute Gauges
  • Thickness and Radius Gauges
  • Squares and Protractors
  • Surface Roughness Comparators
  • Adjustable Parallels
  • Surface Plates
  • Optical Comparators
  • Optical Center Finders

• Fasteners

  • Bolts, Screws, and Washers
  • Threaded Inserts

• Power Tools

  • Pistol Grip Drills
  • Drilling Techniques
  • Winslow Drills
  • Compression Riveters
  • Rivet Installation Tools
  • Introduction to Stationary Power Tools
  • Disc and Belt Sanders
  • Drill Press
  • Band Saw
  • Arbor Press
  • Bench Grinder
  • Table Saw
  • Operating a Table Saw

• Hand Tools

  • Files, Hand Reamers, and Lapping Tools
  • Hammers, Punches, and Chisels
  • Pliers and Ratchets
  • Scribes, Optical Center Finders, and Drill Blocks

• Cutting Tools

  • Drill Bits
  • Drill Guides and Drill Stops
  • Countersinking Tools
  • Threads
  • Taps
  • Hand Tapping
  • Threading Dies

• Aerospace Manufacturing

  • Marking Fastener Locations for Drilling Project
  • Setting Up the Drill Motor
  • Drilling Pilot Holes and Enlarging Holes
  • Deburring.
  • Setting the Countersink Tool (project)

• Tools Making

  • Need for Tools
  • The Process
  • Permanent Assemblies
  • Critical Features
  • Final Details

• Communication

  • Introduction to Communication
  • Effective Communication
  • Verbal Communication
  • Written Communication
  • Nonverbal Communication
  • Listening Skills
  • Workplace Communication
  • Introduction to Technical Writing
  • Successful Documentation

• Career Building

  • Kicking Off Your Job Search
  • Finding Jobs to Apply For
  • Networking
  • Completing an Employment Application
  • Creating Your Resume
  • Crafting a Cover Letter
  • Understanding the Interview Process
  • Making a Positive Impression
  • Responding to Interview Questions
  • Addressing Special Interview Concerns
  • After the Interview
  • Surviving Your First Day on the Job
  • Turning a Job into a Career