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Industrial Metrology Technician

50-623-2 Apprenticeship (A) Full Time 16 Credits Not Financial Aid Eligible Time of Day: Day Locations*: Appleton, Online

*If general education courses are required, they may be available at multiple locations.

Metrology technicians identify measurement needs and perform measurement tasks using tools, equipment, instrumentation and software programs. In this apprenticeship, you’ll learn about the common processes used in manufacturing. You’ll gain the skills needed to interpret engineering prints and other technical manufacturing documentation as well as the fundamentals of computer-aided design (CAD) using SolidWorks software. Training will include hands-on use of a variety of precision measurement instruments and tools including Coordinate Measurement Machines to establish measurement routines for inspecting parts with laser scanning techniques. This program requires you to first be employed and involves three years of on-the-job and classroom instruction.

COURSE LIST

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Course list for reference only. Current students please refer to your individualized program plan or see your advisor.
**Outside effort hours are an estimate based on state standards, and may vary from person to person.

    Occupational Specific (14 Credits)

    Course Title
    Course Number
    Credits
    Instructional Hours
    Outside Effort Hours**
    Prior Learning Credit Eligibility
  • Engineering Drawings for Machine Trade Apprentices
    50-420-714
    1Credit
    36
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 36
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 50420714
    • Credits: 1.00

    Acquaint the apprentice with the interpretation of engineering prints and other technical and manufacturing documentation. The primary focus of the course will be on that part of manufacturing most closely related to machining and tooling. Background information is provided relative to the process used to create and finish the product or piece part on the prints being studied.

  • Introduction to Solid Modeling
    50-606-701
    1Credit
    32
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 32
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 50606701
    • Credits: 1.00

    Explores fundamentals of computer-aided design (CAD) using SolidWorks software. Provides an application of SolidWorks in creating manufacturing models including solid-part models, assembly models, and engineering drawings.

  • Intro to Manufacturing Processes
    50-623-701
    1Credit
    32
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 32
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 50623701
    • Credits: 1.00

    Explore common processes used in manufacturing. Emphasis is placed on strategies in standard processes.

  • GDT for Metrology Apprentices 1
    50-606-702
    1Credit
    32
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 32
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 50606702
    • Credits: 1.00

    Provides introductory theory and application to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing according to ASME-14.4M-2007 as well as previous Standards written for 1997 and 1982.

  • Hand and Bench Tool Inspections
    50-623-702
    2Credit
    64
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 64
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 50623702
    • Credits: 2.00

    Provides introduction and practice to the hand and bench tools used in inspection. A variety of precision measuring instruments and other tools will be explored including Verier scales, indirect gages, gage blocks, micrometers, indicators, optical comparator, electronic height gauge, and a toolmaker's microscope.

  • Coordinate Measuring Machines 1
    50-623-704
    2Credit
    64
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 64
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 50623704
    • Credits: 2.00

    Provides an introduction to a portable CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine). Apprentices inspect dimensions and tolerances, demonstrate acceptably accuracy, write a measurements routine, employ CAD models, and produce a customized inspection report.

    Prereq: GDT for Metrology Apprentices 1 - 50606702
  • Process Improvement Tools
    50-623-705
    2Credit
    64
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 64
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 50623705
    • Credits: 2.00

    Covers structured problem solving methodologies including Six Sigma and 8D used to implement process improvement.

    Prereq: Intro to Manufacturing Processes 50623701
  • GDT for Metrology Apprentices 2
    50-606-703
    1Credit
    32
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 32
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 50606703
    • Credits: 1.00

    Provides the application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing according to ASME-14.4M-2007. Apprentices will use SolidWorks to apply GDT to drawings.

    Prereq: GDT for Metrology Apprentices 1 - 50606702
  • Production Part Approval Fundamentals
    50-623-703
    1Credit
    32
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 32
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 50623703
    • Credits: 1.00

    Introduces apprentices to the fundamental components of a production part or first run approval process. Emphasizes dimensional verification & validation and communication of results. Also provides overview of the customer/supplier relationship and the components typically required in a production part approval process.

    Prereq: Process Improvement Tools 50623705
  • Coordinate Measuring Machines 2
    50-623-706
    2Credit
    64
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 64
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 50623706
    • Credits: 2.00

    Provides a continuation of the advanced inspection techniques using a CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine). Apprentices write a measurement routine for a bridge CMM, inspect GD&T with a CMM, employ laser scanning techniques, and validate measurements using a second method.

    Prereq: Coordinate Measuring Machines 1 - 50623704

    Occupational Supportive (2 Credits)

    Course Title
    Course Number
    Credits
    Instructional Hours
    Outside Effort Hours**
    Prior Learning Credit Eligibility
  • Industrial Math 1
    50-804-504
    1Credit
    36
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 36
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 50804504
    • Credits: 1.00

    Explore the topics of applied arithmetic and algebra. Study concepts related to measurement, fractions, decimals, percent, ratio and proportion, signed numbers, formula substitution, solutions to equations, tapers and gears. Calculate the areas and volumes of common geometric shapes.

  • Industrial Math 2
    50-804-505
    1Credit
    36
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 36
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 50804505
    • Credits: 1.00

    Examine topics in geometry and trigonometry that are related to the metalworking trades. Practice applying geometric theorems and solving both right and oblique triangle problems.

    Prereq: Industrial Math 1 - 50804504
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