42 credit hours. ......................................................................................... Credits are awarded based on successfully completing the on-the-job training hours and related technical instruction of the registered apprenticeship as well as competency in each of the following areas: 1. Evaluate the principles and applications of programmable controllers in industrial automation to enhance operational efficiency and safety. 2. Implement foundational knowledge of Industry 4.0, including the internet of things, smart factories, and cyber-physical systems, to modernize manufacturing processes. 3. Build and troubleshoot AC/DC circuits, and apply safe practices in working with electricity to decrease production downtime and improve efficiency. 4. Utilize pneumatic and hydraulic systems, including the design, construction, and maintenance of actuators, valves, and ancillary equipment, to ensure safe and effective automation. 5. Set up, commission, and troubleshoot industrial electric motor controllers and programmable logic controllers to maintain and improve industrial systems.
- Subject
- MEC
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- nprc.edu