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Sheet Metal Workers Apprenticeship

Sheet Metal Apprenticeship
(Five Years)     #9918

Degree conferred: Apprenticeship – 40 credits
Apprentices in this program are trained to assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products. They work on air conditioning, heating, and ventilation systems. Those trained in this field learn to read job orders and blueprints. From that, they are able to select the correct metal and shape it over the proper form using solder and welding techniques.

      APT     180     Introduction to Apprenticeship             (4)
*    APT     181     Mathematics and Processes I             (4)
*    APT     182     Mathematics and Processes II             (4)
*    APT     183     Mathematics and Processes III             (4)
*    APT     280     Blueprints and Patterns I                 (4)
*    APT     281     Blueprints and Patterns II             (4)
*    APT     282     Advanced Systems I                     (4)
*    APT     283     Advanced Systems II                 (4)
*    APT     284     Advanced Studies I                     (4)
*    APT     285     Advanced Studies II                 (4)

*Course has a prerequisite—refer to course descriptions.

Gainful Employement Program Requirements

Name & Number of Certificate Program: Sheet Metal Apprenticeship 9918    
Information
 
  2010-11
 2011-12
1. Length of Program in Months (based on FT status) This is a five year program This is a five year program
2. Cost of programs (tuition/fees only) $3,230.00 $3,750.00
3. Additional Fees (program-specific) $0.00 $0.00
4. Estimated cost of books and supplies (program-specific) $0.00 $0.00
5. SOC Code
47-2211.00

6. Job Placement Rate

100%*

100%*

* - Students have jobs when they begin the program and continue with those employers after graduation.


Course Descriptions

APT-180
Introduction to Apprenticeship
IAI: None
The Introduction to Apprenticeship course covers the historical development of apprenticeship, the local program, and the technology of the sheet metal industry. There also will be in-depth study of layout and pattern development.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5

APT-181
Mathematics and Processes I
IAI: None
The Mathematics and Processes I course is the study of mathematics, materials, and various field operations. Safety on the job will also be covered. Drafting techniques will be introduced.
Prerequisite: APT 180.
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5

APT-182
Mathematics and Processes II
IAI: None
The Mathematics and Processes II course covers mathematics, materials, layout and pattern development, field installation and drafting.
Prerequisite: APT 181
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5

APT-183
Mathematics and Processes III
IAI: None
The Mathematics and Processes III course covers mathematics for sheet metal workers, as well as architectural sheet metal, welding, residential heating, and air conditioning.
Prerequisite: APT 182
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5

APT-280
Blueprints and Patterns I
IAI: None
The Blueprints and Patterns I course is a study of layout and pattern development along with materials and mathematics. Shop work and service functions are also included in this course.
Prerequisite: APT 183
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5

APT-281
Blueprint and Patterns II
IAI: None
The Blueprints and Patterns II course studies blueprint reading, blowpipe, safety, plastics and fiberglass and food and beverage dispensing equipment.
Prerequisite: APT 280
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5

APT-282
Advanced Systems I
IAI: None
The Advanced Systems I course is a study of the layout and pattern development, shop work, and field installation of advanced systems. Advanced welding techniques will also be studied.
Prerequisite: APT 281
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5

APT-283
Advanced Systems II
IAI: None
The Advanced Systems II course studies residential heating and air conditioning, food service and beverage dispensing equipment, sign work, and supervision. Architectural sheet metal and advanced blueprint reading are also covered.
Prerequisite: APT 282
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5

APT-285
Advanced Studies II
IAI: None
The Advanced Studies II course covers the procedures for air balancing (T.B.A.), service work (H.V.A.C.) and hoisting and rigging, plus the use of various air balancing instruments. The writing of project reports for engineers on the job will also be covered. The reports include information on duct traverse, air flow, air quantities and fan performance.
Prerequisite: APT 284
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5