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Outline of Apprentice Training

FIRST YEAR

O.S.H.A. (10 hr.) safety, basic sheet metal layout, drafting, basic math and the proper use of the calculator and its functions, soldering, proper use of sheet metal tools and machinery.

SECOND YEAR

Advanced math which covers: algebra, trigonometry and problem solving with the use of a calculator, labor and management relations, blueprint reading, drafting, pattern development and sheet metal fabrication.

THIRD YEAR

Drafting, testing and adjusting of air and water systems, including controls, basic welding, CAD, basic architectural sheet metal.

FOURTH YEAR

H.V.A.C system design and controls, welding, CAD (computer aided drafting), drafting/sketching, layout and fabrication of heavy metals.


FIFTH YEAR

Welding, estimating, (includes the principles involved in estimating a duct system, i.e., cost of labor, fringes, material, overhead, transportation and profit) architectural sheet metal and advanced Auto CAD (computer aided drafting).
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