This certificate of completion provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to work in various phases of the composites industry, including process and product design, tool and mold design, product and process manufacturing and quality assurance.
Students receive hands-on working knowledge of the manufacturing methods and techniques used in today’s composite industries. Students become familiar with both the materials and methods used to create the ever-increasing number of composite components and structures.
CED 106 Computer Introduction 1.0 Cr Hr
Covers the fundamentals of computer usage. At the end of the course, students are able to utilize Microsoft Office Word 2007 to create a résumé and cover letter, Microsoft Excel 2007 to create a spreadsheet and Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 to create and present a graphic presentation. They also learn how to access and browse the Internet and download files.
CFT 100 Occupational Safety
and Precision Measurement 1.0 Cr Hr
Covers basic safety requirements within the composites fabrication process. Also covers the hazards commonly experienced with certain types of materials, overexposure to vapors, inhalation of particulate fiber, industrial dermatitis (rashes, irritation and other skin disorders) and the potential for severe eye injury with catalysts and by flying particles from grinding composite materials. It is extremely important to use safety glasses, at a minimum, when using catalysts and when grinding composite materials.
CFT 101 Introduction to Composites 2.0 Cr Hrs
An introductory course into the materials and processes associated with polymer composite structures, components and design. Emphasis is placed on material properties (resins and fibers), manufacturing processes and safety. Some hands-on lab activities supplement classroom content.
CFT 105 Blueprint Reading for Composites 1.0 Cr Hr
Fundamental course covers drawing format/layout, interpretation of drawing views and ply stack/laminate determination. Students perform exercises on actual composite drawings.
CFT 106 Composites Finish Trim 2.0 Cr Hrs
Gives students the skills necessary to safely apply the trim and finishing tools used with composite materials. The use of trim fixtures, grinding and sanding tools, routers, cutoff wheels, band saw and other power tools are taught. The finish component includes the preparation and application of surfacing products, surface coats, bonding primers, etc. Painting of composite surfaces is taught also.
CFT 107 Composites Assembly 2.0 Cr Hrs
Teaches the fundamentals of joining composite structures. Adhesive bonding and mechanical fastening are covered. Safe procedures are emphasized. Hole preparation for mechanical fastening and surface preparation for adhesive bonding are essential elements of this course. The course consists of theory and practical application through hands-on projects.
CFT 130 Composites Fabrication Methods/Applications 2.0 Cr Hrs
Covers fundamentals of composite structure fabrication methods and applications including hand lay-up, bonding, vacuum bagging and resin transfer molding. Emphasis is also placed on composites safety and inspection/testing of composite components.
EMP 100 Employability Skills 2.0 Cr Hrs
Provides a study of human relations and professional development in today’s rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include human relations, job acquisition, job retention, job advancement and professional image skills.
MSC 102 Applied Shop Math 2.0 Cr Hrs
Focuses on the skills required to complete common shop mathematical problems including reading and interpreting part dimensions, checking part features and recording accurate measurements. Applying mathematical skills to the manufacturing environment is an integral part of this course.
