NC3 Digital Badges
Robotics: Cooper App
Objective:This course provides the user of the Cooper App to prepare, program, perform, and evaluate the automated welding system of a cobot.
Robotics: Cooper App
Description
Objective:
This course provides the user of the Cooper App to prepare, program, perform, and evaluate the automated welding system of a cobot.
Competencies
- Navigate Cooper App
- Jog and create air moves
- Program a linear weld
- Program a circular weld
- Change a program name
- Optimize weld points
Applicable Skills
Robotics: Teach Pendant
Objective:This course provides the user of Teach Pendant to prepare, program, perform, and evaluate the automated welding system of a cobot.
Robotics: Teach Pendant
Description
Objective:
This course provides the user of Teach Pendant to prepare, program, perform, and evaluate the automated welding system of a cobot.
Competencies
- Safety in the Robotics Lab
- Teach Circular Motion on a Box
- Cleaning Up a Program
- Creating and Testing a Program
- Editing a Program
- Setting Up a Jog Frame
- Power-Up and Jogging of the Robot
- Inputting Weld Parameters
- Program Copy, Delete, Comment, Write Protect
- Program Editing by Using the Replace Command
- Teaching a Six-Point Tool
- Wait Instruction - Timer Instruction
- Weaving
- Weld a Circle
- Creating a Zero Position
Applicable Skills
Thermal Cutting: Air Carbon Arc Cutting
Objective:This course aligns with AWS competencies, teaches methods that meet industry standards of air carbon arc cutting, and ensures competency in foundational welding knowledge for an entry to intermediate skilled position.
Thermal Cutting: Air Carbon Arc Cutting
Description
Objective:
This course aligns with AWS competencies, teaches methods that meet industry standards of air carbon arc cutting, and ensures competency in foundational welding knowledge for an entry to intermediate skilled position.
Competencies
- Performs safety inspections of manual CAC-A equipment.
- Makes minor external repairs to manual CAC-A equipment.
- Sets up manual CAC-A scarfing and gouging operations on carbon steel.
- Operates manual CAC-A equipment on carbon steel.
- Performs scarfing and gouging operations to remove base and weld metal, in the flat and horizontal positions on carbon steel.
Applicable Skills
Thermal Cutting: Oxyfuel Cutting
Objective:This course aligns with AWS competencies, teaches methods that meet industry standards of oxyfuel cutting, and ensures competency in foundational welding knowledge for an entry to intermediate skilled position.
Thermal Cutting: Oxyfuel Cutting
Description
Objective:
This course aligns with AWS competencies, teaches methods that meet industry standards of oxyfuel cutting, and ensures competency in foundational welding knowledge for an entry to intermediate skilled position.
Competencies
- Performs safety inspections of manual OFC equipment and makes minor external repairs.
- Sets up and operates manual OFC operations on carbon steel.
- Performs straight and shape, square edge cutting operations in the flat and horizontal positions on carbon steel.
- Performs straight, bevel edge cutting operations in the flat and horizontal positions on carbon steel.
Applicable Skills
Thermal Cutting: Plasma Arc Cutting
Objective:This course aligns with AWS competencies, teaches methods that meet industry standards of plasma arc cutting, and ensures competency in foundational welding knowledge for an entry to intermediate skilled position.
Thermal Cutting: Plasma Arc Cutting
Description
Objective:
This course aligns with AWS competencies, teaches methods that meet industry standards of plasma arc cutting, and ensures competency in foundational welding knowledge for an entry to intermediate skilled position.
Competencies
- Performs safety inspections of manual PAC equipment.
- Makes minor external repairs to manual PAC equipment.
- Sets up and operates manual PAC operations on carbon steel, austenitic stainless steel, and aluminum.
- Performs straight, square edge cutting operations in the flat and horizontal positions on carbon steel, austenitic stainless steel, and aluminum.
- Performs shape, square edge cutting operations in the flat and horizontal positions on carbon steel, austenitic stainless steel, and aluminum.
Applicable Skills
Fabrication I
Objective:This course aligns with AWS competencies, teaches methods that meet industry standards of principles of fabrication, and ensures welding competency for an entry to intermediate skilled position.
Fabrication I
Description
Objective:
This course aligns with AWS competencies, teaches methods that meet industry standards of principles of fabrication, and ensures welding competency for an entry to intermediate skilled position.
Competencies
- Measurement
- Cost Analysis
- Developing Bill of Materials
- Hand Tools
- Fabrication Plans
- Principles of Project Design
- Developing Bill of Materials
- Reading Plan Drawings
Applicable Skills
Fabrication II
Objective:This course aligns with AWS competencies, teaches methods that meet industry standards of fabrication, and ensures welding competency for an intermediate to advanced skilled position.
Fabrication II
Description
Objective:
This course aligns with AWS competencies, teaches methods that meet industry standards of fabrication, and ensures welding competency for an intermediate to advanced skilled position.
Competencies
- Measurement
- Cost Analysis
- Developing Bill of Materials
- Hand Tools
- Fabrication Plans
- Principles of Project Design
- Developing Bill of Materials
- Reading Plan Drawings
- Loads & Static Forces
Applicable Skills
Diagnostic & Camera Inspection
Objective:Master diagnostic and camera inspection techniques in our course, exploring the Compact M40 Camera System, CS6x Versa Docking System, and Navitrack Scout Locator. Covering drain systems, components, inspection methods, and safety, participants gain hands-on experience in equipment operation and maintenance, ensuring proficiency in utilizing these tools for accurate assessments. By course end, participants adeptly apply diagnostic and camera inspection methodologies in various applications, maximizing efficiency and equipment longevity.
Diagnostic & Camera Inspection
Description
Objective:
Master diagnostic and camera inspection techniques in our course, exploring the Compact M40 Camera System, CS6x Versa Docking System, and Navitrack Scout Locator. Covering drain systems, components, inspection methods, and safety, participants gain hands-on experience in equipment operation and maintenance, ensuring proficiency in utilizing these tools for accurate assessments. By course end, participants adeptly apply diagnostic and camera inspection methodologies in various applications, maximizing efficiency and equipment longevity.
Competencies
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the Compact M40 Camera System, CS6x Versa Docking System, and Navitrack Scout Locator, ensuring proficiency in their operation for diagnostic and camera inspection.
- Master the technique of locating sonde signals within drain systems with precision, enabling accurate identification of specific areas for focused diagnostics.
- Apply acquired diagnostic and camera inspection methodologies in diverse applications, ensuring participants can maximize efficiency and achieve successful outcomes.
- Develop skills in drain inspection methods, emphasizing the efficient use of the camera system to conduct accurate and thorough assessments of various drainage conditions.
- Engage in practical, hands-on sessions to demonstrate the safe operational procedures, providing real-world experience and enhancing proficiency in diagnostic and camera inspection processes.
- Understands and follows industry safety and regulations."
Applicable Skills
Fundamentals of Bending, Flaring, and Swaging
Objective:Students that earn the Fundamentals of Bending, Flaring, & Swaging Certification will understand the importance of safety, proper technique, the different types of copper tubing, and their specific applications in fluid systems used in Plumbing and HVAC. Additionally, students will be able to safely demonstrate these proper techniques for bending, flaring, & swaging copper tubing in fluid systems through the completion of hands-on lab activities in the classroom.
Fundamentals of Bending, Flaring, and Swaging
Description
Objective:
Students that earn the Fundamentals of Bending, Flaring, & Swaging Certification will understand the importance of safety, proper technique, the different types of copper tubing, and their specific applications in fluid systems used in Plumbing and HVAC. Additionally, students will be able to safely demonstrate these proper techniques for bending, flaring, & swaging copper tubing in fluid systems through the completion of hands-on lab activities in the classroom.
Competencies
- Safety Integration: Implement essential safety protocols and best practices when operating hand bending tools minimize risks and ensure safe work environments, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries.
- Tool Mastery: Participants will show proficiency in using various tools required for bending and flaring copper tubes.
- Accurate Measurements and Cuts: Participants will be able to measure and cut copper tubing accurately, ensuring precise and clean cuts.
- Effective Bending Techniques: Participants will perform smooth and kink-free bends using both manual and tool-assisted methods.
- Proper Flaring Techniques: Participants will create defect-free flares that ensure tight seals and reliable connections.
- Troubleshooting Skills: Participants will effectively identify and resolve common issues, ensuring high-quality workmanship in HVAC applications.
Applicable Skills
Fundamentals of Drain Cleaning
Objective:Building upon the core core competencies in the Diagnostic & Camera Inspection, students will explore foundational information on cables, including their sizes and types, as well as various attachments like augers and cutters and their specific applications. Integral to the course are essential plumbing concepts such as "Clean Out," "Vent Stack," and "P-Trap," which provide a thorough understanding of plumbing systems. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will enhance their ability to effectively diagnose and address plumbing issues in the field.
Fundamentals of Drain Cleaning
Description
Objective:
Building upon the core core competencies in the Diagnostic & Camera Inspection, students will explore foundational information on cables, including their sizes and types, as well as various attachments like augers and cutters and their specific applications. Integral to the course are essential plumbing concepts such as "Clean Out," "Vent Stack," and "P-Trap," which provide a thorough understanding of plumbing systems. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will enhance their ability to effectively diagnose and address plumbing issues in the field.
Competencies
- Equipment Familiarity and Operation: Gain proficiency in the setup and operation of various drain cleaning tools, including manual augers, sink machines, drum machines, sectional machines, and FlexShaft tools.
- Drain System Knowledge: Understand the different types of drain systems and their specific characteristics, enabling informed decisions on the best cleaning methods to use.
- Types of Drain Cleaning Methods: Demonstrate hands-on application of diverse drain cleaning methods to effectively address clogs and blockages in various drain types.
- Hands-On Operation and Proficiency: Actively participate in hands-on training to build confidence and skill in using drain cleaning equipment effectively.
- Application Proficiency: Develop the ability to assess drainage issues and select the appropriate cleaning method for practical application in real-world scenarios.
- Safety Integration: Implement essential safety protocols and best practices when operating drain cleaning equipment to minimize risks and ensure safe work environments.
- Maintenance Practices Mastery: Master routine maintenance and care practices for drain cleaning tools to ensure their longevity and optimal performance.
Applicable Skills
Manual and Handheld Power Threading
Objective:Students that earn the Manual and Hand-Held Power Threading certification will understand the applications of various threads used in industry. Students will demonstrate their ability to safely use manual and hand-held portable power threading equipment to cut, ream, thread and ultimately join multiple pipes together through hands-on lab activities.
Manual and Handheld Power Threading
Description
Objective:
Students that earn the Manual and Hand-Held Power Threading certification will understand the applications of various threads used in industry. Students will demonstrate their ability to safely use manual and hand-held portable power threading equipment to cut, ream, thread and ultimately join multiple pipes together through hands-on lab activities.
Competencies
- Introduce the types of pipe materials and pipe sizes capable of being threaded.
- Explain thread attributes, specifications, and applications of various types of threads used in industry.
- Demonstrate the safe, proper use and maintenance of professional threading equipment used in the construction trades for cutting, reaming, and threading steel pipe and conduit.
- Evaluate the student’s ability to safely use manual and hand-held powered equipment to cut, ream and thread steel pipe and/or conduit using lab activities.
Applicable Skills
Power Machine Threading
Objective:Students that earn the Advanced Power Threading certification will understand and be able to demonstrate the safe operation of stand mounted power threading equipment to fabricate threaded connections in plumbing pipe and electrical conduit through the completion of hands-on lab activities in the classroom. Additionally, students that earn the Power Machine Threading certification will understand and be able to demonstrate the safe and proper use of manual and powered roll grooving equipment to make fluid-tight connections as used in fire protection and other HVAC applications through the completion of hands-on lab activities in the classroom.
Power Machine Threading
Description
Objective:
Students that earn the Advanced Power Threading certification will understand and be able to demonstrate the safe operation of stand mounted power threading equipment to fabricate threaded connections in plumbing pipe and electrical conduit through the completion of hands-on lab activities in the classroom. Additionally, students that earn the Power Machine Threading certification will understand and be able to demonstrate the safe and proper use of manual and powered roll grooving equipment to make fluid-tight connections as used in fire protection and other HVAC applications through the completion of hands-on lab activities in the classroom.
Competencies
- Demonstrate the safe, proper use and maintenance of stand mounted power threaders used in the construction trades for cutting, reaming, and threading of plumbing pipe and electrical conduit.
- Explain the operation of a hammer style chuck and integrated oiling system as it pertains to the threading process.
- Evaluate the student’s ability to safely use the stand mounted power threader to cut, ream and thread steel pipe and/or conduit including the fabrication of nipple connections using lab activities.
- Introduce the types and sizes of pipe and the applications that are suitable for roll grooving to mechanically join pipes together in fire protection and other HVAC fluid circuits.
- Explain the purpose and means by which the components of a roll grooved connection provide fluid-tight connections.
- Demonstrate the safe and proper operation of professional manual and powered roll grooving equipment that is used by professional pipefitters, plumbers, and HVAC technicians.
- Evaluate the student’s ability to safely and properly use professional manual and powered roll grooving equipment to fabricate fluid tight connections through hands-on lab activities.