There are a lot of job opportunities available for those who want manufacturing roles, but companies require the necessary skills and experience. This online Press Operator: Hot Stamping course allows you to gain the required knowledge and a pathway to the skills you need validate your competence.
A Press Operator is responsible for the routine production of a coil-fed stamping press. This course provides an intensive overview of skills necessary for hot stamping press work. You will learn the math, inspection, safety, materials, quality, stamping, forming, and automation to work as a hot stamping press operator.
I.
Math
A.
Math
Fundamentals
B.
Math:
Fractions and Decimals
C.
Units
of Measurement
D.
Basics
of Tolerance
E.
Blueprint
Reading
F.
Algebra
Fundamentals
G.
Geometry:
Lines and Angles
H.
Geometry:
Triangles
I.
Geometry:
Circles and Polygons
J.
Statistics
II.
Inspection
A.
Basic
Measurement
B.
Hole
Standards and Inspection
C.
Thread
Standards and Inspection
D.
Surface
Texture and Inspection
E.
Material
Tests for Welding
F.
Inspecting
a Prismatic Part
G.
Inspecting
a Cylindrical Part
H.
In-Line
Inspection Applications
III.
Safety
A.
Intro
to OSHA
B.
Personal
Protective Equipment
C.
Noise
Reduction and Hearing Conservation
D.
Respiratory
Safety
E.
Lockout/Tagout
Procedures
F.
SDS
and Hazard Communication
G.
Bloodborne
Pathogens
H.
Walking
and Working Surfaces
I.
Fire
Safety and Prevention
J.
Flammable/Combustible
Liquids
K.
Ergonomics
L.
Hand
and Power Tool Safety
M.
Safety
for Lifting Devices
N.
Powered
Industrial Truck Safety
O.
Confined
Spaces
P.
Environmental
Safety Hazards
Q.
Machine
Guarding
IV.
Materials
A.
Introduction
to Physical Properties
B.
Introduction
to Mechanical Properties
C.
Introduction
to Metals
D.
Classification
of Steel
E.
Essentials
of Heat Treatment of Steel
F.
Ferrous
Metals
G.
Nonferrous
Metals
H.
Exotic
Alloys
V.
Machining
A.
Metal
Cutting Fluid Safety
B.
Introduction
to CAD and CAM for Machining
C.
Optimizing
Tool Life and Process
D.
Machining
Titanium Alloys
VI.
Quality
and Manufacturing Management
A.
Lean
Manufacturing Overview
B.
Essentials
of Leadership
C.
Essentials
of Communication
D.
ISO
9001: 2015 Review
E.
Continuous
Process Improvement: Managing Flow
F.
Continuous
Process Improvement: Identifying and Eliminating Waste
G.
Managing
Performance: Best Practices
H.
Approaches
to Maintenance
I.
Process
Design and Development
J.
Managing
Performance: Corrective Actions
K.
Production
System Design and Development
L.
Equipment/Tool
Design and Development
M.
Basics
of Manufacturing Costs
N.
Total
Productive Maintenance
O.
Conflict
Resolution Principles
P.
5S
Overview
Q.
Conflict
Resolution for Different Groups
R.
Team
Leadership
S.
Intro
to Six Sigma
T.
Quality
and Customer Service
U.
Troubleshooting
V.
Personal
Effectiveness
W.
Managing
the Diverse Workplace
X.
SPC
Overview
Y.
Harassment
and Discrimination
Z.
Performance
Management and the Law
AA.
Metrics
for Lean
BB.
Process
Flow Charting
CC.
Strategies
for Setup Reduction
DD.
Six
Sigma Goals and Tools
VII.
Stamping
A.
Press
Basics
B.
Stamping
Safety
C.
Punch
and Die Operations
D.
Die
Components
E.
Coil
Handling Equipment
F.
Die
Cutting Variables
G.
Monitoring
Press Operations
H.
Coil
Loading Procedures
I.
Die
Setting Procedures
VIII.
Press
Brakes
A.
Press
Brake Safety
B.
Press
Brake Components
C.
Bending
Fundamentals
D.
Die
Bending Operations
E.
Operating
the Press Brake
F.
Press
Brake Specifications
IX.
Electrical
Systems and Motor Controls
A.
Safety
for Electrical Work
B.
Lubricant
Fundamentals
C.
Robot
Sensors
D.
Robotic
Control Systems
E.
Specs
for Servomotors
F.
Limit
Switches and Proximity Sensors
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programs if I am an international student?
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schools offer telephone or online registration.
2. How long does it
take to complete a program?
All of our programs are self-paced and open
enrollment, so
you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive twelve (12)
months to complete the program.
3. What if I don't
have enough time to complete my program within the time frame provided?
The time allotted to complete your program has
been
calculated based on the number of hours for each program, so don't
worry too
much about not completing in time. If, after a concerted effort, you
are still
unable to complete, your Student Advisor will help you work out a
suitable
completion date. Please note that a fee may be charged for an extension.
4. Do I have to buy
additional materials?
No.
5. Can I get
financial assistance?
ed2go courses are non-credit courses, so they do
not qualify
for federal aid. In some states,
vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified
students to take our courses.
Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance
when
they enroll, if they meet certain requirements.
6. What happens when
I complete the program?
Upon successful completion of the program, you
will be
awarded a certificate of completion.
7. Am I guaranteed a
job?
ed2go programs will provide you with the skills
you need to
obtain an entry-level position in most cases.
We don't provide direct job placement services, but our
facilitators and
career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to
give advice
on finding your first job. Facilitators
will also be available to use as a professional reference upon
completion of
the program. Potential students should
always do research on the job market in their area before registering.
8. Who will be my
instructor?
There is no facilitator for this program. Support
is offered
through email, online forms, and phone.
9. What software or
hardware do I need in order to take online programs and what are the
system
requirements?
In order to take our online programs, you must
have access
to a computer and the Internet. You can
access the program contents from any Web-enabled computer.
You don't have to use the same computer to
log-in to the program every time. Make sure your web browser is updated.
10. Can I use a Mac?
Yes – but some interactive elements using Adobe
Flash are
not supported.
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more information about this program?
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the program?
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You can register and start the program as
soon as you are ready.
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shipment confirmation, refunds cannot be issued.
13. Does this program
prepare for a certification?
No.