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.

12 Months / 100 Course Hrs

Open Enrollment

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Learning method

Instructor-led

$1,995

Self-paced. Study on your own schedule

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Details + Objectives

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

Outline

Adhesives
1. Intro to Adhesive Bonding 11
2. Basics of Bonding Process 120
3. Intro to Adhesive Properties 130
4. Types of Adhesives 140
5. Surface Preparation 210
6. Steps for Adhesive Application 220
CNC
1. Introduction to CAD and CAM for Machining 241
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
Inspection
1. Basic Measurement 101
2. Calibration Fundamentals 111
3. Basics of Tolerance 121
4. Blueprint Reading 131
5. Hole Standards and Inspection 141
6. Thread Standards and Inspection 151
7. Surface Texture and Inspection 201
8. Introduction to GD&T 301
9. Inspecting with CMMs 361
10. In-Line Inspection Applications 381
Lean
1. Lean Manufacturing Overview 101
2. Continuous Process Improvement: Managing Flow 124
3. Continuous Process Improvement: Identifying and Eliminating Waste 125
4. Total Productive Maintenance 141
5. 5S Overview 151
6. Intro to Six Sigma 171
7. Troubleshooting 181
8. SPC Overview 211
9. Metrics for Lean 231
10. Process Flow Charting 241
11. Strategies for Setup Reduction 251
12. Six Sigma Goals and Tools 310
Manual Machining
1. Benchwork and Layout Operations 241
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 231
Metal Cutting
1. Safety for Metal Cutting 101
2. Machining Titanium Alloys 325
Quality
1. ISO 9000 Review 121
2. Approaches to Maintenance 131
Safety
1. Introduction to OSHA 101
2. Ergonomics 102
3. Personal Protective Equipment 111
4. Noise Reduction and Hearing Conservation 121
5. Respiratory Safety 131
6. Machine Guarding 140
7. Lockout/Tagout Procedures 141
8. SDS and Hazard Communication 151
9. Bloodborne Pathogens 161
10. Walking and Working Surfaces 171
11. Fire and Safety and Prevention 181
12. Flammable/Combustible Liquids 191
13. Hand and Power Tool Safety 201
14. Safety for Lifting Devices 211
15. Powered Industrial Truck Safety 221
16. Confined Spaces 231
17. Environmental Safety Hazards 241
Shop Essentials (Applied Math)
1. Math Fundamentals 101
2. Math: Fractions and Decimals 111
3. Units of Measurement 112
4. Algebra Fundamentals 141
5. Geometry: Lines and Angles 151
6. Geometry: Triangles 161
7. Geometry: Circles and Polygons 171
8. Trigonometry: The Pythagorean Theorem 201
9. Trigonometry: Sine, Cosine, Tangent 211
10. Trigonometry: Sine Bar Applications 221
11. Interpreting Blueprints 230
12. Statistics 231
Supervisor Essentials
1. Essentials of Leadership 110
2. Essentials of Communication 120
3. Managing Performance: Best Practices 130
4. Managing Performance: Corrective Actions 135
5. Basics of Manufacturing Costs 140
6. Conflict Resolution Principle 150
7. Conflict Resolution for Different Groups 155
8. Team Leadership 160
9. Personal Effectiveness 190
10. Managing the Diverse Workplace 210
11. Harassment and Discrimination 215
12. Performance Management and the Law 230
Welding
1. Material Tests for Welding 201

Instructors & Support

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

Requirements

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course. However, this course requires basic computer skills, including the ability to open and manage windows, navigate websites, and perform common online tasks such as downloading files, completing forms, and using web-based tools.

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.

FAQ

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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.

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.

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.

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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Composites Technician

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