Composites Technician

Does working with special materials interest you? Are you looking for a lucrative and stable career? Consider becoming a composite technician. This online Composites Technician course can provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to prove competency and begin your career as a composites technician quickly.

This course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary for composites processing, including math, inspection, safety, materials, quality, machining, and joining necessary to work as a composite technician.

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12 Months / 100 Course Hrs
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Course code: GES776

What you will learn

  • Production Floor Safety
  • Composite Materials and Processing
  • Metallurgy
  • Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, and TPM
  • Benchwork Operations
  • Inspection Methods
  • Adhesive Application and Bonding

How you will benefit

  • Prepare for a career as a composites technician, certified composites technician (CCT), fabricator, operator technician, production associate, team assembler, or assembly operator
  • Gain confidence in your ability to perform your job
  • Enrolled students are invited to attend our exclusive annual virtual National Apprenticeship Week events, featuring live webinars, workshops, and employer interactions

How the course is taught

  • Self-paced, online course
  • 12 Months to complete
  • Open enrollment, begin anytime
  • 100 course hours
  1. Math
    1. Math Fundamentals 101
    2. Math: Fractions and Decimals 111
    3. Units of Measurement 112
    4. Basics of Tolerance 121
    5. Blueprint Reading 131
    6. Algebra Fundamentals 141
    7. Geometry: Lines and Angles 151
    8. Geometry: Triangles 161
    9. Geometry: Circles and Polygons 171
    10. Trigonometry: The Pythagorean Theorem 201
    11. Trigonometry: Sine, Cosine, Tangent 211
    12. Trigonometry: Sine Bar Applications 221
    13. Statistics 231
  2. Inspection
    1. Basic Measurement 101
    2. Calibration Fundamentals 111
    3. Hole Standards and Inspection 141
    4. Thread Standards and Inspection 151
    5. Surface Texture and Inspection 201
    6. Material Tests for Welding 201
    7. Introduction to GD&T 301
    8. Inspecting with CMMs 361
    9. In-Line Inspection Applications 381
  3. Safety
    1. Intro to OSHA 101
    2. Personal Protective Equipment 111
    3. Noise Reduction and Hearing Conservation 121
    4. Respiratory Safety 131
    5. Lockout/Tagout Procedures 141
    6. SDS and Hazard Communication 151
    7. Bloodborne Pathogens 161
    8. Walking and Working Surfaces 171
    9. Fire Safety and Prevention 181
    10. Flammable/Combustible Liquids 191
    11. Ergonomics 102
    12. Hand and Power Tool Safety 201
    13. Safety for Lifting Devices 211
    14. Powered Industrial Truck Safety 221
    15. Confined Spaces 231
    16. Environmental Safety Hazards 241
    17. Machine Guarding 140
  4. Materials
    1. Introduction to Physical Properties 101
    2. Introduction to Mechanical Properties 111
    3. Introduction to Metals 121
    4. Hardness Testing 221
    5. Ferrous Metals 231
    6. Nonferrous Metals 241
    7. Exotic Alloys 301
  5. Machining
    1. Safety for Metal Cutting 101
    2. Benchwork and Layout Operations 241
    3. Introduction to CAD and CAM for Machining 241
    4. Machining Titanium Alloys 325
  6. Quality and Manufacturing Management
    1. Lean Manufacturing Overview 101
    2. Essentials of Leadership 110
    3. Essentials of Communication 120
    4. ISO 9001:2015 Review 122
    5. Continuous Process Improvement: Managing Flow 124
    6. Continuous Process Improvement: Identifying and Eliminating Waste 125
    7. Managing Performance: Best Practices 130
    8. Approaches to Maintenance 131
    9. Managing Performance: Corrective Actions 135
    10. Basics of Manufacturing Costs 140
    11. Total Productive Maintenance 141
    12. Conflict Resolution Principles 150
    13. 5S Overview 151
    14. Conflict Resolution for Different Groups 155
    15. Team Leadership 160
    16. Intro to Six Sigma 171
    17. Troubleshooting 181
    18. Personal Effectiveness 190
    19. Managing the Diverse Workplace 210
    20. SPC Overview 211
    21. Harassment and Discrimination 215
    22. Performance Management and the Law 230
    23. Metrics for Lean 231
    24. Process Flow Charting 241
    25. Strategies for Setup Reduction 251
    26. Interpreting Blueprints 230
    27. Six Sigma Goals and Tools 310
  7. Adhesives
    1. Intro to Adhesive Bonding 110
    2. Basics of the Bonding Process 120
    3. Intro to Adhesive Properties 130
    4. Types of Adhesives 140
    5. Surface Preparation 210
    6. Steps for Adhesive Application 220
  8. Composites
    1. Intro to Composites 110
    2. Safety for Composite Processing 115
    3. Overview of Composite Processes 120
    4. Traditional Composites 125
    5. Advanced Thermoset Resins for Composites 130
    6. Advanced Materials for Composites 135
    7. Intro to Lay-up and Spray-up Molding 140
    8. Intro to Compression Molding 170
    9. Surface Finishing Composites 190
    10. Vacuum Bagging Technique: Single-sided Bagging 230
    11. Composite Inspection and Defect Prevention 240
    12. Repair Methods for Composites 250

This is not an instructor facilitated course; however, support will be provided through email, online forms, and phone.

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

  • This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

  • PC: Windows 8 or later.
  • Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
  • Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader.
  • Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

  • Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Yes, ed2go courses are completely online. However, keep in mind that not all certifying bodies or industry-specific certifications are recognized internationally. Please review your country's regulations prior to enrolling in courses that prepare for certification.

No.

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.

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 twelve (12) months to complete the course.

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.

The course instructor will be available by email to answer any questions and provide feedback on your performance. Occasionally, your course may be supported by a team of industry experts. You will also receive support from the student advising team.

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

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.

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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