Attachment 1A: Job Training and Education Outline
Electro-Mechanical Technician
O*Net Code DOT Code RAPIDS Code
17-3024.00 710.281-018 0167
Section 1 – On-the-Job Training [29 CFR 29.5(b)(3)]
1. During the Apprenticeship the Apprentice shall receive work experience and job related education in all phases of the occupation, including safe work practices, necessary to develop the skill and proficiency of a skilled professional.
2. The program sponsor or its designated apprenticeship committee must ensure Apprentices are rotated throughout the various work processes to ensure a well-rounded professional upon completion of the Apprenticeship, and identify what methodology will be used to track progression of experience on-the-job.
3. Such on-the-job training shall be carried on under the direction and guidance of a qualified professional.
The following identifies the major work processes in which Apprentices will be trained.
WORK PROCESSES
APPROXIMATE HOURS
A. Material Requisitioning: Repair parts for sub assembling, tools, electrical supplies, electrical components
150
B. Project Layout: Planning, layout, material selection
150
C. Conduit Work: Planning and running conduit for electrical circuits in the building and on machines
150
D. Power Distribution: Installing, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance of power distribution, lighting circuits, buss duct and buss plugs
300
E. Machine Tools: Troubleshooting, repairing, preventive maintenance, installing machine tools
300
F. Small Power Tools, Hoists & Crane Systems: Troubleshoot and repair electrically
450
G. Cranes Mechanical
225
H. Welding, Brazing & Silver Soldering
150
I. Electronic Equipment, Printed Circuit Board
300
J. Making Design Changes, Updating Electrical Parts
300
K. Programmable Logic Controllers
525
L. Preventive Maintenance – Electric
300
M. Preventive Maintenance – Mechanics
335
N. Preventive Maintenance – Misc.
450
O. Machine Operation
75
P. Tool Design And Operation
75
Q. Drive Systems, Gearboxes, Transmissions, Etc.
225
R. Hydraulic And Pneumatic Systems
300
S. Lubrication And Coolant Systems
225
T. Pumps And Valves
225
U. Transfer Machinery And Material Handling
300
V. Plumbing And Piping
300
W. Toolmaker Cross-Training: Engine Lathe, Drill Press/Radial Drill, Mills, Misc. Grinders, Bench Work
190
PRACTICAL OJT HOURS
6000
Electro-Mechanical Technician – Competency Checklist
Field Training – Mentor/Journeyworker has provided training and demonstration of task to the apprentice.
Demonstrates Fundamentals – Apprentice can perform the task with some coaching.
Proficient in Task – Apprentice performs task properly and consistently.
Completion Date – Date apprentice completes final demonstration of competency.
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| Field Training | Demonstrates Fundamentals | Proficient in Task | Completion Date | ||
| 1 | Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments, using handtools, levels, plumb bobs, and straight edges | ||||
| 2 | Diagnoses and repairs mechanical problems with plant and machine systems | ||||
| 3 | Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools | ||||
| 4 | Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections | ||||
| 5 | Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments | ||||
| 6 | Installs and diagnoses new machinery and equipment | ||||
| 7 | Installs special functional and structural parts in devices using hand tools | ||||
| 8 | Maintains, repairs, and improves plant machinery mechanical systems | ||||
| 9 | Participates in process improvement activities | ||||
| 10 | Participates in project planning | ||||
| 11 | Repairs electrical equipment | ||||
| 12 | Repairs and maintains, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications, machinery and mechanical equipments, such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment | ||||
| 13 | Repairs or replaces defective parts, using hand tools and power tools | ||||
| 14 | Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts | ||||
| 15 | Starts devices to test their performance | ||||
| 16 | Verifies mechanical and electro mechanical safety of plant and machine systems | ||||
| 17 | Works in teams | ||||
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| Field Training | Demonstrates Fundamentals | Proficient in Task | Completion Date | ||
| 18 | Maintains appropriate records | ||||
| 19 | Makes replacement parts as needed | ||||
| 20 | Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble | ||||
| 21 | Participates in the “Ideas for Success” Program | ||||
| 22 | Initiates purchase orders for parts and machines | ||||
| 23 | Lubricates and cleans parts | ||||
| 24 | Maintains a clean, safe, well organized work area | ||||
| 25 | Performs additional duties as assigned | ||||
Section 2 – Job Related Education [29 CFR 29.5(b)(7)]
Provider(s): Northeastern Technical College
1201 Chesterfield Highway
Cheraw, South Carolina 29520
Method: Classroom Training with Labs
1. During the term of apprenticeship, each Apprentice is required to complete a minimum of 144 hours of job related education for each year of the Apprenticeship.
2. Each Apprentice’s attendance and progress in job related education must be tracked and appropriate records maintained.
3. Classes may be given during or outside the regular working hours, depending upon available facilities. All time spent in such classes after regular working hours shall not be considered as hours of work. If required to attend classes during the regular working hours, the Apprentices shall be compensated at their regular hourly rate. For job related education conducted outside normal working hours, required classroom, field lab time, and home study shall not be compensated.
4. Time devoted to the job related education shall not be considered as part of the OJT. The job related education will be performed outside the regular work schedule.
5. Failure on the part of the Apprentice to fulfill their obligation as to the job related education studies and/or attendance, or their failure to maintain passing grades therein, shall constitute adequate cause for cancellation of their Apprenticeship Agreement.
The course listings outline the job related education that supplements the on-the-job training. It is through the combination of both the on-the-job training and the job related education that the apprentice can reach the skilled level of the occupation. The following is the required course curriculum during the term of apprenticeship.
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Year One Year Two Fall Fall EEM 115 DC Circuits 4 90 IMT 111 Industrial Tools 5 135 MAT 155 Contemporary Mathematics* 3 45 IMT 102 Industrial Safety 2 30 Spring Spring EEM 116 AC Circuits 4 90 EEM 140 National Electrical Codes 3 75 MAT 168 Geometry and Trigonometry 3 45 ENG 155 Communications I* 3 45 Summer Summer EEM 151 Motor Controls I 4 90 EEM 251 Programmable Controllers 3 75 EGT 106 Print Reading and Sketching 3 45 EGT 151 Introduction to CAD 3 45 Year Three Year Four Fall Fall EEM 165 Residential/Commercial Wiring 4 90 EEM 160 Industrial Instrumentation 3 75 EEM 252 Programmable Control Applications 3 75 IMT 131 Hydraulics and Pneumatics 4 60 SPC 105 Effective Speaking 3 45 Spring Spring EEM 201 Electronic Devices I 3 75 IMT 161 Mechanical Power Applications 4 90 EEM 231 Digital Circuits I 3 75 WLD 102 Introduction to Welding 2 60 Summer Summer CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 45 HSS 205 Technology and Society 3 45 EGT 152 Fundamentals of CAD 3 45 MTT 101 Introduction to Machine Tool 2 60 PSY 103 Human Relations 3 45 * Placement Testing Required Total Credits: 83 1695
