Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) / Machinist

Program Overview

The Apprenticeship Program progresses through four levels, covering advanced topics such as shaft alignment, hydraulic systems, engines, and preventative maintenance. Students benefit from exceptional instructors, modern training equipment, and industry-standard curriculum. Graduates boast a high pass rate on the Interprovincial Red Seal Exam.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

As an industrial mechanic (millwright) you’ll install, repair, overhaul and maintain machinery and heavy mechanical equipment such as conveyor systems, and perform routine maintenance like adjusting valves and investigating breakdowns. You’ll find work in diverse settings ranging from mines and logging operations to ski hills and manufacturing facilities.

Outline:

• Foundation Program:
• SkilledTradesBC approved curriculum with an emphasis on safe work practices.
• Math skills for industry and precision measuring.
• Power transmission (gears, belts and chains), system installation and maintenance.
• Bearing science, installation and maintenance procedures.
• Fluid power basics.
• Rigging and hoisting methods.
• Basic welding techniques.
• Pumps and compressor principles.
• Machinery dismantling, repair and assembly.
• Apprenticeship Program:
• Level 1:
Learn safety, trade mathematics, blueprint reading, measurement and layout, hand and power tools, fasteners and threads, lubrication, saws and grinders, drill press, lathe and milling machines, access equipment, machine leveling and installation, cutting and welding operations and rigging.
• Level 2: Learn trade science, blue print reading, metallurgy, lubrication systems, shafts, bearings and seals, couplings, clutches and brakes, belt, chain and gear drives, shaft alignment, cutting and welding operations.
• Level 3: Learn shaft alignment procedures, fans and blowers, positive and centrifugal pumps, compressors, pneumatic and vacuum systems, piping and tanks, hydraulic components, circuits and diagnostics.
• Level 4: Learn work planning, engines, turbines, electric motors, conveyor systems, electricity, preventative maintenance, vibration analysis, commissioning of equipment and robotic systems.
• Learn from exceptional instructors with over 40 years of experience.
• Our graduates have a 92% pass rate on the Interprovincial Red Seal Exam.
• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
• Completion of Grade 10 with Grade 10 Math and English mandatory
• Successful score on ACCUPLACER
• Sponsored by an employer registered by SkilledTradesBC
• Must be in good physical health
• CSA approved safety toe work boots or shoes, CSA approved safety glasses, work gloves, coveralls or other work apparel, scientific calculator.
• Stats:
• 64% of graduates from this program are employed in labour force
• 82% of graduates from this program satisfied with training
• 91% quality of instruction rated by program graduates
• Instructors:
• Carl Burton: A millwright instructor with over 20 years teaching experience in his field.
He is dual ticketed with a Red Seal in both the millwright and machinist trades, and also holds a Mechanical Engineering Technician Diploma.
• Location: NorKam Senior Secondary
• Program length: 22 weeks (Foundation)
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