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Course List

Manufacturing Fundamentals

Certificate

The Manufacturing Fundamentals Certificate is a 8 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.

Get Started

The application takes just a few minutes to complete.

First Term

Manufacturing Processes 3.00
Precision Measuring 2.00

Second Term

Interpreting Engineering Drawings 1.00
Lean Manufacturing Fundamentals 2.00

Credit for Prior Learning Available

Manufacturing Processes (10623175)

3.00

Explores the selected methods used in industry today to develop raw materials into the parts used in a range of products. The learner will analyze what the various machines and processes are and how they are used, not on how to operate the machinery.

NTC Assessments Offered:

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This table provides a quick look at how this course is being offered. Please note that course section availability, dates, times, instruction modes and locations are subject to change, so be sure to confirm details closer to registration.

Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information
01VC Fall
Open
Aug 25 –
Dec 15
 Aug 30 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
Aug 25 – Dec 15
-
Online
Travis Allen
02VC Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 15
 Oct 25 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 15
-
Online
Travis Allen
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Precision Measuring (10623203)

2.00

Introduces the importance of metrology in the manufacturing industry. Learners will investigate different measurement systems and procedures used to control measurement processes. Learning activities will include hands-on measuring activities, Gage R&R, and developing calibration procedures. In addition, learners will examine automated metrology and its application in the Smart Manufacturing environment.

NTC Assessments Offered:

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This table provides a quick look at how this course is being offered. Please note that course section availability, dates, times, instruction modes and locations are subject to change, so be sure to confirm details closer to registration.

Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information
01VC Fall
Open
Aug 25 –
Dec 15
 Aug 30 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
Aug 25 – Dec 15
-
Online
Travis Allen
02VC Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 15
 Oct 25 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 15
-
Online
Travis Allen
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Interpreting Engineering Drawings (10623200)

1.00

Explores the foundational skills needed to read and interpret industrial prints. Beginning with the basics, the learner progresses in a logical order through orthographic, pictorial, assembly, section and auxiliary views of products. In addition, you will learn how to interpret part dimensions and tolerances. Emphasis is also placed on title blocks, change blocks and shop notes and symbols. The symbols of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing are introduced.

NTC Assessments Offered:
Industry Credentials Accepted:
  • Youth Apprenticeship Certificate

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This table provides a quick look at how this course is being offered. Please note that course section availability, dates, times, instruction modes and locations are subject to change, so be sure to confirm details closer to registration.

Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information
01VC Fall
Open
Aug 25 –
Dec 15
 Aug 30 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
Aug 25 – Dec 15
-
Online
Travis Allen
02VC Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 15
 Oct 25 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 15
-
Online
Travis Allen
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Lean Manufacturing Fundamentals (10623147)

2.00

Analyzes the eight wastes of manufacturing. The learner will then explore concepts such as 5S, Total Productive Maintenance, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping. The learner will be given activities to implement concepts in their work setting.

NTC Assessments Offered:

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This table provides a quick look at how this course is being offered. Please note that course section availability, dates, times, instruction modes and locations are subject to change, so be sure to confirm details closer to registration.

Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information
01VC Fall
Open
Aug 25 –
Dec 15
 Aug 30 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
Aug 25 – Dec 15
-
Online
Travis Allen
02VC Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 15
 Oct 25 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 15
-
Online
Travis Allen
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Test-Out Option Term Definitions

Test

An exam that is scored by faculty or staff in NTC’s Testing Center.

Skill Demonstration

A performance of your expertise that is evaluated by faculty.

Combination: Test & Skill Demonstration

A combination of both a test and a skill demonstration.

Portfolio

A collection and explanation of your past learning through work or life experience.

Have Questions?

If you have questions about this program, please contact our Career Coaches at 715.803.1645.

If you have further questions regarding our Credit for Prior Learning options, please contact Student Records at studentrecords@ntc.edu or 715.803.1796.