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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 |
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| 2010-11 |
2011-12 |
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| 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 | |
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6. Job Placement Rate |
100%* |
100%* |
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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 |