Engineering Technician Training

Online Engineering Technician Training

Become an Engineering Technician

Engineering technicians play a vital role in the research, development and production process. This 100% online course will train you for a career in manufacturing engineering tech. Key topics include machining, quality, grinding, electrical systems, automation, motor controls and more.

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Job Outlook for Engineering Technicians

• According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), engineering technicians earn up to $56,000 annually on average.
• Job demand for engineering technicians will grow 3% over the next decade, according to BLS data.
• The BLS also found that many new opportunities for engineering technicians will require a background or knowledge of “software and technology in addition to traditional manual skills.

Course Objective

• Master fabrication, assembly and additive manufacturing processes
• understand product, process, and production design and management
• Learn PLC equipment, programming and communication
• Understand advances in metallurgy and materials science
• Learn the basics of Six Sigma, 5S, Lean and TPM

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Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Curriculum

• Math
  Fractions and decimals, units of measurement and basics of tolerance; algebra, geometry, trigonometry and blueprint reading
• Inspection
  Introduction to GD&T, optical comparators and CMMs; standards for inspecting and calibrating holes, threads and surfaces 
• Metal Cutting
  Basic cutting theory and processes; introduction to metal cutting fluids and tool materials
• Machining
  Safety for metal cutting; introduction to CAD and CAM for machining
• Safety
  OSHA, personal protective equipment, SDS and hazard communication; hand and power tool safety, safety for lifting devices and powered industrial truck safety
• Materials
  Physical and mechanical properties of metal manufacturing; classification of steel, essentials of heat treatment of steel and hardness testing
• Quality and Manufacturing Management
  Lean manufacturing, 5S and continuous process improvement; Six Sigma, conducting Kaizen events and value stream mapping
• Grinding
  Grinding processes and safety; grinding ferrous and nonferrous metals
• Power and Controls
  Electrical units, AC and DC power sources, distribution systems; introduction to circuits, relays, contractors, and motor starters
• PLCs and Automation
  Basics of Siemens PLC hardware, communication and inputs and outputs; Automated systems and control, robot troubleshooting, maintenance and installations
• Additive Manufacturing
  Basic additive manufacturing processes, methods and materials; integrating additive manufacturing with traditional manufacturing
• Welding
  Introduction to welding processes, types and defects; introduction to SMAW, GMAW, FCAW and GTAW
• Adhesives
  Intro to adhesive bonding, process and properties; surface preparation and steps for adhesive application
• Fasteners
  Intro to fastener threads, fastener ergonomics and properties; understanding torque
• Composites
  Overview of composite processes and advanced thermoset resins for composites; intro to lay-up, spray-up and compression molding

Instructor

This is a completely self-pace course. Additional support will be provided through email and phone.

Registration and Enrollment

• This course is 100% online.
• Start anytime.

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