IMT Pre-Apprenticeship Program

About the Program:

The Industrial Manufacturing Technician Pre-Apprenticeship helps high school students begin a pathway to a career in manufacturing. Due to changing manufacturing technologies, entry-level workers require higher skills than before, and employers are struggling to recruit and retain these types of workers.

Key Benefits for Students:

• Stackable credentials that are a foundation for multiple career pathways
• Leads to industry-recognized credentials recognized nationally
• Career exploration activities with local manufacturing companies
• Career coaching to assist in starting a career in manufacturing
• Networking with other pre-apprentices from other local school districts
• Guaranteed job interview upon completion of the two online certifications
• Once hired by an employer. apprentices are regular, full-time employees

Online Curriculum:

• Safety
  1. Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing
  2. Communications
  3. Production Teams
  4. Training & Leadership
  5. Safety Organization
  6. Personal Protective Equipment
  7. Fire & Electrical Safety
  8. Work Area Safety
  9. Hazardous Material Safety
  10. Tool & Machine Safety
  11. Material Handling Safety
• Quality Practices & Measurement
  1. Blueprint Reading 1
  2. Blueprint Reading 2
  3. Blueprint Reading 3
  4. Basic Measurement
  5. Precision Measurement Tools
  6. Dimensional Gauging
  7. Quality Systems
  8. Introduction to SPC
  9. Control Charts
  10. Continuous Improvement