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Process Technician

This online course provides an intensive overview of the skills needed to become a process technician. You will learn a wide variety of skills, including math, inspection, safety, machining, quality, electrical systems, automation, mechanical systems, motor controls, fluid systems, and joining.

Process Technician
$1,995.00 (USD)

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  1. 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® 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
  2. 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
  3. Hydraulics and Pneumatics
    1. Introduction to Fluid Systems 101
    2. The Forces of Fluid Power 201
    3. Safety for Hydraulics and Pneumatics 211
    4. Introduction to Pneumatic Components 231
    5. Fittings for Fluid Systems 251
    6. Preventative Maintenance for Fluid systems 261
    7. Pneumatic Power Variables 311
    8. Pneumatic Power Sources 312
    9. Hydraulic Schematics and Basic Circuit Design 342
    10. Pneumatic Control Valves 351
    11. Pneumatic Schematics and Basic Circuit Design 352
    12. Actuator Applications 361
    13. Contamination and Filter Selection 381
  4. 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. In-Line Inspection Applications 381
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. Metal Cutting
    1. Safety for Metal Cutting 101
    2. Metal Cutting Fluid Safety 231
  8. Motor Controls
    1. Relays, Contractors, and Motor starters 201
    2. Control Devices 211
    3. Distribution Systems 221
    4. Limit Switches and Proximity Sensors 231
    5. Introduction to Electric Motors 301
    6. Symbols and Diagrams for Motors 311
    7. Logic and Line Diagrams 312
    8. DC Motor Applications 321
    9. AC Motor Applications 322
    10. Specs for Servomotors 330
    11. Solenoids 331
    12. Reversing Motor Circuits 341
    13. Reduced Voltage Starting 370
    14. Acceleration Methods 385
  9. PLCs
    1. Introduction to PLCs 201
    2. Hardware for PLCs 211
    3. Basics of Ladder Logic 221
    4. Numbering Systems and Codes 222
    5. PLC Inputs and Outputs 231
    6. Basic Programming for PLCs 241
    7. PLC Counters and Times 251
    8. Hand-Held Programmers of PLCs 280
    9. PLC Diagrams and Programs 300
    10. Overview of PLC Registers 305
    11. PLC Program Control Instructions 310
    12. Math for PLCs 200
    13. Sequencer Instructions for PLCs 330
  10. PLCs: Siemens
    1. Basics of Siemens PLCs 200
    2. Siemens PLC Hardware 210
    3. Numbers, Codes and Dara Types for Siemens PLCs 220
    4. Siemens PLC Inputs and Outputs 240
  11. Siemens Human Machine Interfaces 250
    1. Siemens SIMATIC Modular PLCs 260
    2. Siemens PLC Programming Concepts 270
    3. Basic Ladder Diagram Programming for Siemens PLCs 280
    4. Basic Function Block Diagram Programming for Siemens PLCs 290
    5. Ladder Diagram Timers and Counters for Siemens PLCs 300
    6. Function Block Diagram Timers and Counters for Siemens PLCs 310
    7. Additional Ladder Diagram Instructions for Siemens PLCs 330
    8. Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200 PLCs 340
    9. Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 PLCs 350
    10. Siemens Safety Integrated for Factory Automation 360
  12. Quality
    1. ISO 9001:2015 Review 122
    2. Approaches to Maintenance 131
    3. TS 16949:2009 Overview 221
  13. Robotics
    1. Robot Troubleshooting 331
    2. Robot Maintenance 355
    3. Robot Installations 370
  14. 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 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
  15. Shop Essentials (Applied Mathematics)
    1. Math Fundamentals 101
    2. Math: Fractions and Decimals 111
    3. Units of Measurement 112
    4. Algebra Fundamentals 141
    5. Geometry: Lines and Anges 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. Statistics 231
  16. Supervisor Essentials
    1. Essentials of Leadership 100
    2. Managing Performance: Best Practices 130
    3. Managing Performance: Corrective Actions 135
    4. Basics of Manufacturing Costs 140
    5. Conflict Resolution Principles 150
    6. Conflict Resolution for Different Groups 155
    7. Team Leadership 160
    8. Personal Effectiveness 190
    9. Managing the Diverse Workplace 210
    10. Harassment and Discrimination 215
    11. Performance Management and the Law 230
  17. Welding
    1. Overview of Soldering 271
  18. Workforce Essentials
    1. Essentials of Communication 115

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