Maintenance Technician

Do you have a knack for tinkering and fixing things with your hands? Are you looking for a career where you can do what you love every day? This online course includes an intensive overview of the skills required for manufacturing maintenance, including the principles of power transfer and rigging safety as well as PLCs and robotics, and will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to begin a successful career.

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18 Months / 250 Course Hrs

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Morgan State University

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$1,695

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Details + Objectives

Course code: GES767

What you will learn

Troubleshooting
Six Sigma, 5S, Lean, and TPM
Inspection Methods
PLC Equipment and Communication
Electrical, Mechanical, and Fluid Systems
Robot Maintenance and Installation
Fabrication and Assembly Processes
Workholding Principles

How you will benefit

Prepare for a career as a maintenance technician, maintenance mechanic, equipment engineering technician, facilities manager, maintenance engineer
Gain confidence in your ability to perform your job
Develop the knowledge and skills you need to start your career
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
18 Months to complete
Open enrollment, begin anytime
250 course hours

Outline

Abrasives
1. Grinding Processes 201
2. Grinding Safety 211
3. Basic Grinding Theory 221
4. Basics of the Surface Grinder 231
5. Basics of the Cylindrical Grinder 232
6. Basics of the Centerless Grinder 233
7. Setup for the Surface Grinder 241
8. Setup for the Cylindrical Grinder 242
9. Setup for the Centerless Grinder 243
10. Surface Grinder Operation 251
11. Cylindrical Grinder Operation 252
12. Centerless Grinder Operation 253
13. Introduction to Grinding Fluids 261
14. Grinding Variables 301
15. Grinding Nonferrous Materials 321
16. Grinding Wheel Materials 331
17. Dressing and Truing 341
18. Grinding Wheel Selection 351
19. Grinding Wheel Geometry 361
CNC
1. Basics of the CNC Lathe 211
2. Basics of the CNC Mill 212
Electrical Systems
1. Electrical Units 101
2. Safety for Electrical Work 111
3. Introduction to Circuits 201
4. Introduction to Magnetism 211
5. DC Circuit Components 221
6. NEC(R) Overview 231
7. AC Fundamentals 241
8. Electrical Instruments 251
9. Electrical Print Reading 261
10. DC Power Sources 271
11. AC Power Sources 281
12. Conductor Selection 291
13. Series Circuit Calculations 301
14. Parallel Circuit Calculations 311
15. Battery Selection 321
Fasteners
1. Intro to Fastener Ergonomics 130
2. Properties for Fasteners 200
3. Introduction to Fastener Threads 221
4. Overview of Threaded Fasteners 231
5. Tools for Threaded Fasteners 235
6. Overview of Non-Threaded Fasteners 241
7. Understanding Torque 245
8. Threaded Fastener Selection 255
Hydraulics and Pneumatics
1. Introduction to Fluid Systems 101
2. The Forces of Fluid Power 201
3. Safety for Hydraulic and Pneumatics 211
4. Introduction to Hydraulic Components 221
5. Introduction to Pneumatic Components 231
6. Introduction to Fluid Conductors 241
7. Fittings for Fluid Systems 251
8. Preventative Maintenance for Fluid Systems 261
9. Hydraulic Power Variables 301
10. Hydraulic Power Sources 302
11. Pneumatic Power Variables 311
12. Pneumatic Power Sources 312
13. Hydraulic Control Values 341
14. Hydraulic Schematics and Basic Circuit Design 342
15. Pneumatic Control Valves 351
16. Pneumatic Schematics and Basic Circuit Design 352
17. Actuator Applications 361
18. Hydraulic Fluid Selection 371
19. Contamination and Filter Selection 381
20. Hydraulic Principles and System Design 391
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. Interpreting Prints 231
9. Introduction to GD&T 301
10. Major Rules GD&T 311
11. Inspecting a Prismatic Part 321
12. Inspecting a Cylindrical Part 331
13. Advanced Hole Inspection 341
14. Inspecting with Optical Comparators 351
15. Inspecting with CMMs 361
16. Calibration and Documentation 371
17. 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. Conducting Kaizen Events 191
9. SPC Overview 211
10. Metrics for Lean 231
11. Process Flow Charting 241
12. Strategies for Setup Reduction 251
13. Management Tools: Problem Solving 270
14. Six Sigma Goals and Tools 310
Manual Machining
1. Manual Mill Basics 201
2. Engine Lathe Basics 211
3. Manual Mill Stup 2311
4. Benchwork and Layout Operations 241
5. Manual Mill Operation 251
6. Engine Lathe Operation 261
7. Holemaking on the Manual Mill 271
8. Threading on the Engine Lathe 301
9. Taper Turning on the Engine Lathe 311
Materials
1. Hardness Testing 221
Mechanical Systems
1. Introduction to Mechanical Systems 101
2. Safety for mechanical Work 111
3. Forces of Machines 121
4. Power Transmission Components 201
5. Mechanical Power Variables 202
6. Lubricant Fundamentals 211
7. Bearing Applications 221
8. Spring Applications 231
9. Belt Drive Applications 241
10. Gear Applications 251
11. Gear Geometry 261
12. Clutch and Brake Applications 271
Metal Cutting
1. Safety for Metal Cutting 101
2. Cutting Processes 111
3. Overview of machine Tools 121
4. Basic Cutting Theory 201
5. Band Saw Operation 211
6. Introduction to Metal Cutting Fluids 221
7. Limit Switches and Proximity Sensors 231
8. Introduction to Electric Motors 301
9. Symbols and Diagrams for Motors 311
10. Logic and Line Diagrams 312
PLCs
1. Introduction to PLCs 201
2. Hardware for PLCs 211
3. PLC Inputs and Outputs 231
4. Hand-Held Programmers of PLCs 280
5. Overview of PLC Registers 305
PLCs: Siemens
1. Basics of Siemens PLCs 200
2. Siemens PLC Hardware 210
3. Siemens PLC Inputs and Outputs 240
4. Siemens Human Machine Interfaces 250
5. Siemens SIMATIC Modular PLCs 260
6. Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200 PLCs 340
7. Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 PLCs 350
8. Siemens Safety Integrated for Factory Automation 360
Quality
1. ISO 9001:2015 Review 122
2. Approaches to Maintenance 131
3. Customer-Focused Quality 155
4. TS 16949:2009 Overview 221
Rigging
1. Introduction to Machine Rigging 111
2. Rigging Equipment 121
3. Rigging Inspection and Safety 131
4. Lifting an Moving Equipment 141
5. Rigging Mechanics 220
Robotics
1. Robot Troubleshooting 331
2. Robot Maintenance 355
3. Robot Installations 370
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. Lockout/Tagout Procedures 141
7. SDS and Hazard Communication 151
8. Bloodborne Pathogens 161
9. Walking and Working Surfaces 171
10. Fire and Safety and Prevention 181
11. Flammable/Combustible Liquids 191
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 271
Shop Essentials (Applied Mathematics)
1. Math Fundamentals 101
2. Math Fractions and Decimals 111
3. Units of Measurement 112
4. Manufacturing Process Applications: Part I 124
5. Manufacturing Process Applications: Part II 125
6. Geometry: Lines and angles 151
7. Geometry: Triangles 161
8. Geometry: Circles and Polygons 171
9. Trigonometry: The Pythagorean Theorem 201
10. Trigonometry: Sine, Cosine, Tangent 211
11. Statistics 231
Supervisor Essentials
1. Essentials of Leadership 100
2. Managing Performance: Best Practices 130
3. Managing Performance: Corrective Actions 135
4. Conflict Resolution Principles 150
5. Conflict Resolution for Different Groups 155
6. Team Leadership 160
7. Manufacturing Management 180
8. Personal Effectiveness 190
9. Managing the Diverse Workplace 210
10. Harassment and Discrimination 215
11. Performance Management and the Law 230
Welding
1. Welding Safety Essentials 101
2. PPE for Welding 111
3. Welding Fumes and Gases Safety 121
4. Electrical Safety for Welding 131
5. Introduction to Welding 141
6. Introduction to Welding Processes 151
7. Math Fundamentals for Welding 161
8. Geometry Fundamentals for Welding 171
9. Material Tests for Welding 201
10. Welding Ferrous Metals 211
11. Welding Nonferrous Metals 212
12. Overview of Weld Types 221
13. Overview of Weld Defects 222
14. Welding Symbols and Codes 231
15. Fabrication Process 232
16. Electrical Power for Arc Welding 241
17. Introduction to GMAW 251
18. Introduction to SMAW 252
19. Introduction to FCAW 261
20. Introduction to GTAW 262
21. Overview of Soldering 271
22. Thermal Cutting Overview 281
23. Oxyfuel Cutting Applications 282
24. Plasma Cutting 283
25. Introduction to Automation 291
26. GMAW Applications 301
27. Advanced GMAW Applications 302
28. SMAW Applications 311
29. FCAW Applications 321
30. GTAW Applications 331
31. Essentials of Communication 115
32. Introduction to Workholding 101
33. Supporting and Locating Principles 111
34. Locating Devices 121
35. Clamping Basics 131
36. Chucks, Collets, and Vises 141
37. Fixture Body Construction 200
38. Fixture Design Basics 201
39. Drill Brushing Selection 230
Virtual Labs/Simulations (optional)
1. Safety Awareness in Manufacturing
2. Fire Safety
3. 5S and Hand Tool Identification
4. Rigging Equipment Safety and Inspection
5. Power Tool Safety
6. Safety for Lifting and Moving Devices
7. Lockout Tagout Procedures
8. Assembly with Mechanical Fasteners
9. Testing an AC Induction Motor with Multimeter
10. Hand Tool Safety
11. Voltage Checks for a Varia

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

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 eighteen (18) 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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