Composite Materials Technician
Welcome to the exciting possibilities in utilizing composite materials. This growing market will require additional skilled technicians with hands-on experience in the advancing composite industry. This technology allows fabrication in making lightweight, structurally strong parts and assemblies for a variety of applications.
The composite industry can offer potential career choices in such industries as:
- Aerospace parts and assemblies
- Assistant composite engineering technical help
- Automotive parts development
- Aviation aircraft in private and commercial areas
- Bridge and building renovation projects
- Commercial airline factory production
- Composite sales and marketing
- Marine boat manufacturing
- Military aircraft repair
- NASA and government development projects
- Quality control and inspection
- Research and development assignments
- Space exploration part assemblies
- Sporting goods, skiing and bicycle component fabrication
- Textile development ventures
COMPOSITE MATERIALS TECHNICIAN
DATC CERTIFICATE OF PROFICIENCY
| Core Courses | (615 Hours Required ) |
|---|---|
| Composite Basics | 30 |
| Mold Preparation | 15 |
| Non-Vacuum and Vacuum Bag Part Fabrication | 30 |
| Prepreg Material Laminations | 30 |
| Part Finish Applications | 15 |
| Core Materials | 45 |
| Pattern and Mold Construction | 45 |
| Composite Part Testing | 15 |
| Composite Repair | 15 |
| Alternative Processes | 30 |
| Externship or Special Project Time | 60 |
| Blueprint Reading | 45 |
| Computer Literacy | 90 |
| Job Seeking Skills | 30 |
| Math 1 | 60 |
| Workplace Relations | 60 |
Total: 615 Hours






