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Certificate
AM Designer
NIMS
Perform post processing on additively manufactured partsVerify designs for additive manufacturingCreate engineering models for additive manufacturingPlan processes for additive manufacturing designCreate prototypes using additive manufacturingPackage data for additive manufacturing documentation
Certificate
AM Machine Operator
NIMS
Perform post processing on additively manufactured partsVerify designs for additive manufacturingCreate engineering models for additive manufacturingPlan processes for additive manufacturing designCreate prototypes using additive manufacturingPackage data for additive manufacturing documentation
Certificate
AM Material Technician
NIMS
Perform post processing on additively manufactured partsVerify designs for additive manufacturingCreate engineering models for additive manufacturingPlan processes for additive manufacturing designCreate prototypes using additive manufacturingPackage data for additive manufacturing documentation
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Advanced Drafting Design
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Create drawings of inclined surfaces that incorporate auxiliary sections and secondary auxiliary viewsCreate a complete working drawing, including all dimensions, notes, and specificationsApply basic geometric dimensioning and tolerancing conceptsCreate three-dimensional geometric figures utilizing two-dimensional flat pattern surface development conceptsCreate a basic three-dimensional model of a mechanical part, utilizing three-dimensional application software
Certificate
Advanced Rigger
National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)
Understand and follow safety procedures, including the proper use, inspection, and care of rigging hardware, slings, and hitchesContribute to and follow lift plans, including identifying hazards, selecting appropriate equipment, and ensuring safe sequencing of liftsUnderstand how weight distribution, swing, angle, and motion affect loads during lifting and movementUse hoisting, jacking, and special rigging tools (e.g., spreader bars, equalizer beams, cribbing) correctly and effectivelyUnderstand crane components, configurations, and setup procedures, including boom assembly and stability considerationsPerform inspections and ensure proper handling, configuration, and use of wire rope and terminations
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Alternating Current
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Explain electrical terms, including alternating current, frequency, period, sine wave, capacitance, and inductanceInterpret electrical symbols used in schematic drawings of AC applicationsExplain terms and principles of electromagnetism, including permeability, retentivity, and inductanceExplain electrical quantities, including frequency, impedance, power, capacitance, inductance, voltage, current, wattsMeasure electrical units, including volts, amperes, ohms, and hertzDetermine electrical quantities utilizing test equipment, including volts, frequency and period, amperes, and power
Certificate
Articulating Boom Crane
National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)
Demonstrate working knowledge of OSHA/ASME standards, employer responsibilities, and operator duties. Apply general safety principles to prevent hazards related to ground conditions, weather, power lines, and personnel exposureConduct pre-operational inspections, equipment setup, and assembly in accordance with manufacturer guidance and site conditions. Verify the function of operational aids, safety devices, and load chartsAccurately interpret and apply load chart data to determine safe rated capacities under varying configurations. Safely execute crane movements including travel, lifting, booming, and load positioning while accounting for net and gross capacitiesVerify load and rigging weights and rigging hardware to ensure compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC. Demonstrate clear communication using standardized hand and voice signals to coordinate with ground personnelUnderstand crane components, configurations, and setup procedures, including boom assembly and stability considerationsIdentify inspection intervals, testing requirements, and maintenance needs for ropes, hooks, and crane components. Respond effectively to equipment malfunctions, powerline contact, or site emergencies following OSHA/ASME protocols
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CTE Lab in Manufacturing
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Demonstrate expertise in a specific occupation within the Manufacturing clusterConduct investigative research on a selected topic related to manufacturing using approved research methodology; interprDemonstrate higher order critical thinking and reasoning skills appropriate for a career in manufacturingApply enhanced leadership and professional skills needed in a career in manufacturing
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Career Pathway Project in Manufacturing
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirementsAdvocate and practice safe, legal, responsible, and ethical use of informationParticipate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leaderCreate a formal, narrative proposal that communicates a specific concept, creates a processConduct independent research related to the selected manufacturing projectWrite a detailed report on the chosen career pathway project, following established conventions for format, grammar
Certification
Certified Production Technician (CPT) 4.0
Manufacturing Skill Standards Council
Apply workplace safety responsibilities and safe practices including PPE selection, machine safety, equipment safety, and material handling and robot safety in advanced manufacturing environmentsHandle and store hazardous materials in compliance with hazardous materials standards and workplace safety regulationsApply quality principles and dimensional measurement techniques including measurement conversion, tolerancing, and caliper measurement to support manufacturing quality controlInterpret manufacturing drawings including multiview drawings, blueprint dimensions, welding symbols, and manufacturing scales to support production operationsApply principles of manufacturing automation and Industry 4.0 technologies including IIoT to support advanced manufacturing processesSelect and use advanced manufacturing materials, processes, mechanical power systems, and basic mechanical elements in production operations
Certification
Certified Rigger and Signaler
United Brotherhood of Carpenters
Inspects hardware, slings, and rigging equipment before each use and understands the criteria for their removalSelects the proper hardware and equipment for various hoisting operations while compensating for different crane, environmental, and job site conditionsProperly accounts for the effects and limitations of hitch configurations and calculates sling stress on symmetrical loads using the appropriate formulasKnowledgeable about and performs proper hardware installation and attachment techniquesCommunicates movements to crane operator using the appropriate voice or hand signalsTakes into account the effect of voice or hand signals on the load and the crane
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Computer Integrated Design
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Create and maintain an engineering notebook for daily reflections, research, and prototype creation documentationApply the design and problem-solving process as an iterative process incorporating science, mathematicsCommunicate solutions utilizing technical writing skills, including correct spelling, proper grammar, and specialized voAssume and carry out a role in the smooth running of a team working toward the solution of a problemProduce a quantitative plan for the successful completion of a projectAssume responsibility for leadership roles and for actions, decisions, products, and policies in the governance of a pro
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Computer Integrated Production
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Apply Cartesian coordinates to create toolpaths for machine toolsResearch and apply proper cutting tool speeds, feeds, and directions for manufacturing specified materials or productsCreate simple Numeric Control (NC) part programs using a text editor or a Computer-Aided Manufacturing packageAnalyze Numeric Control part program files to identify and correct errorsAnalyze part geometry to select appropriate cutting toolsEdit the tool library of a CNC machine program to establish tool offset values. to Create Problem
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Computer-Aided Design and Computer-Aided Manufacturing I
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Apply safety rules, regulations, and procedures for maintaining and using CAD-CAM equipmentProgram software to perform CAD-CAM applicationsDemonstrate file management techniques with the CAM program, including creating a folderUse trigonometric ratios sine, cosine, tangent, and their inverses to solve various angles, lengthsCreate a two-dimensional design and a two-dimensional numeric control operation tool path for a mill or a latheConstruct a part to a specified tolerance range with CAD-CAM applications
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Computer-Aided Design and Computer-Aided Manufacturing II
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Apply safety rules, regulations, and procedures related to precision machiningApply trigonometry and geometry to solve various computer-aided designDemonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, and programming skills to create toolpaths for CNC machinesDemonstrate file management skills within a CAD-CAM program for documentation of designDemonstrate CNC mill procedures utilizing CAD-CAM software to design and manufacture prototypes and finished productsDemonstrate ability to select tooling, set up a CNC lathe, load and verify a program, and run a part
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Coordinate Measuring Machine
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Follow safety rules, regulations, and procedures when operating a coordinate measuring machine (CMM)Perform cleaning and preventive maintenance on a coordinate measuring machineDemonstrate file management techniques within a coordinate measuring machine, including creating a folderLocate software applications within the CMMIdentify parts of the coordinate measuring machine and describe the features and functions of eachCompare the machine coordinate system and the part coordinate system
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Digital Electronics
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Describe career opportunities and earnings potential in the field of digital electronics. ofExplain the characteristics of digital circuit signals, including electrical signal typesUtilize digital number systems, including binary, octal, decimal, hexadecimal, and Boolean operationsDetermine the truth table for each logic gate used in digital electronicsInterpret logic gate symbols, including standard form and alternate formCompare and contrast types of logic devices and their uses
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Direct Current
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Describe the structure and characteristics of the atomExplain the relationship of the atom to an electrical charge, including electrostatic field and law of chargesResearch and share information on sources of electricity, including chemical, mechanical, and solarExplain electrical terms, including direct current (DC), voltage, resistance, power, conductors, and insulatorsInterpret electrical symbols used in schematic drawings of DC applications. of a Basic CircuitExplain components of a basic circuit, including source, load, and conductor. and Measurements
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Drill Press
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Demonstrate care and safety for a drill pressDemonstrate drill press techniques, following National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Level I drill press stanConduct hardness tests on a workpiece, including a file test and a Rockwell hardness testIdentify and set the machine controlsSet up and operate a drill press for hole work, center drill, drill, ream, spot facing, tapping, countersink, and counteSet drill presses for proper feed and speed for specific operations
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Electronics and Control Systems
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Adhere to safety rules for electronic power and control systemsConnect and test a DC power supplyInstall and test a solid-state relayInstall and test analog electronic sensorsTest capabilities of an AC variable frequency driveConnect and transfer programs between a personal computer and a programmable controller via a serial, USB, or Ethernet c
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Embedded Arduino Controls
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Apply Arduino microcontroller control concepts to robotics applications using electronic sensors, transistor relaysIdentify basic electronic components of a typical embedded microcontroller platformDraw basic embedded Arduino microcontroller circuits by hand, including LED, sensor, and transistor relay circuitsDraw a basic embedded Arduino microcontroller control circuit block diagram by handConstruct a basic logic control software application using C programming languageConstruct a basic flowchart for a robotics application using C programming language
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Engineering Design Applications
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Analyze a specific engineering design that involves live and dead loads for tension, compression, shear, and torsionExplain manufacturing processes of casting and molding, forming, separating, conditioning, assemblingDemonstrate the process of multiple axis movementExplain the operation and programming of 3D software and equipmentCreate a formal, narrative proposal for an engineering design projectPerform independent research related to a chosen engineering design
Certification
Forklift Inspector & Operator
Crane Institute of America
Identify forklift types including industrial and rough-terrain forklifts using correct components and terminologyAnalyze causes and results of forklift accidents to understand the inspector's role in reducing accidents and liability exposureEstablish a forklift inspection program incorporating OSHA and ANSI inspection requirements, documentation procedures, and program administration responsibilitiesApply the three levels of forklift inspection by understanding when and how each level is required and the criteria that differentiate each levelPerform pre-operational forklift inspections to verify safe operating condition before placing equipment into serviceInspect structural components of forklifts including masts, forks, frames, and attachments to identify deficiencies and safety hazards in compliance with applicable standards
Certification
Foundation-Level Certified Logistics Associate
Manufacturing Skill Standards Council
Apply global supply chain and logistics principles to support effective warehouse and distribution operationsOperate material handling equipment safely in compliance with workplace safety regulations and proceduresImplement quality control processes to maintain product and operational standardsCommunicate effectively and collaborate with team members to solve workplace problemsUtilize computer systems to support logistics and supply chain operations
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Intermediate Drafting Design
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Demonstrate the proper use of sectional view concepts to create a full section, half section, broken-out sectionCreate drawings of inclined surfaces, constructing primary auxiliary viewsCreate drawings illustrating detailed, schematic, and simplified thread representation, identifying common thread termsUtilize pictorial concepts to produce an isometric drawing, identifying obliques, trimetric, and diametric viewsApply dimensions, notes, and other relevant information to an isometric drafting design project
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Intermediate Lathe and Bench Work
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Follow safety rules, regulations, and procedures for filing and polishing a latheDemonstrate preventive maintenance of the lathe, including cleaning, inspecting, lubricating, and setting upDemonstrate intermediate lathe operations, including calculating speed and feed per material and toolingDemonstrate intermediate boring, turning, facing, and tapping on a workpieceDemonstrate advanced-level engine lathe operations, including calculating speed and feed for appropriate materialsDemonstrate advanced boring, turning, facing, and tapping on a workpiece according to NIMS Level I standards
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Introduction to Drafting Design
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Advocate and practice safe, legal, responsible, and ethical use of informationParticipate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leaderExplain the importance of drafting design technology in today's technological workplaceDemonstrate the safe handling of drafting design tools according to classroom and environmental best practicesDemonstrate mathematical skills related to drafting design, including fractions, scale readingDemonstrate the use of drawing media and drafting instruments, utilizing computer software for drafting applications
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Introduction to Engineering Design
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Gather and share information about emerging job opportunities in engineering fieldsExplain positive and negative impacts of engineering on society, including ethical, professionalCorrectly utilize terminology associated with the engineering disciplineDescribe characteristics of sound financial management for engineers and engineering companiesApply the systems model of input, process, output, feedback, and impactDemonstrate the use of analog and digital precision measuring instruments utilized in engineering
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Introduction to Manufacturing
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Participate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leaderApply safety rules, regulations, and procedures related to manufacturingIdentify types of manufacturing materials, including metallic, polymeric, ceramic, and compositesAssess properties of manufacturing materials, including physical, mechanical, chemical, thermal, academicDifferentiate among thermal, mechanical, and chemical changes in manufacturing materialsDemonstrate casting and molding processes, including mold preparation and pouring or forcing liquids
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Introduction to Robotics
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Gather and share information on how robotics has influenced the manufacturing process, citing real-world examplesDemonstrate how to program a robot, using safety devices and hand tools correctly. ofGather and share information on chemical, mechanical, and solar sources of electricityExplain the relationship of the atom to an electrical chargeGather and share information on electrical terms and units of measures, including directDiagram components of a basic circuit
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Manufacturing II: Quality
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Perform and document calibration of gauges and other data collection equipment to verify accuracySummarize calibration standards and requirements for equipment inspectionCompare and contrast quality control methods, including statistical process control (SPC)Describe the documentation process and requirements used to produce verifiable evidence of product qualityComplete statistically-based internal quality audit proceduresExplain concepts and uses of lean manufacturing, citing real-world examples
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Manufacturing III: Production
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Describe basic casting, molding, and stamping processesExplain how lasers are used in production equipmentPerform, monitor, and document the manufacturing process to make the productDocument product and process compliance with customer requirementsPrepare a final product for shipping or distributionExplain procedures for machinery setup, operation, and testing
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Manufacturing IV: Maintenance
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Monitor indicators and adjust equipment to ensure correct operationsCreate a schedule of facility cleaning, organizing, and repairs to maintain a production schedulePlan for and conduct regular inspections of machinery and equipmentPerform preventive maintenance and routine repair on manufacturing equipmentIdentify potential maintenance issues with basic pneumatics, fluid power, mechanic transmissions, belt drivesExplain the cost of downtime to a manufacturing facility in terms of time and financial loss
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Milling and Surface Grinder I
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Apply safety rules, regulations, and procedures related to milling applicationsDemonstrate care and safety for operating milling machinesUse various types of milling cutters and applications, including center drill, drill, reamer, taps, end millsComplete milling machine operations, including verifying that a machining vise is true to machine axisDemonstrate care and safety for a surface grinderDemonstrate grinding techniques, including mounting a grinding wheel, dressing a grinding wheel
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Milling and Surface Grinder II
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Demonstrate care and safety procedures for operating milling machinesDemonstrate milling machine operations, including setting up and using a rotary table, machining a Woodruff keywayDemonstrate operations for milling steps, slots, angles, and pockets in a work pieceDemonstrate advanced milling operations, including calculating speed and feed for specified materials and toolingDemonstrate procedures for milling advanced steps, slots, anglesDemonstrate grinding techniques, including grinding a grooving tool, grinding an angle using a sine bar
Certification
Rigging Equipment Inspector
Crane Institute of America
Identify rigging equipment types including wire rope, slings, rigging hardware, come-alongs, lifting beams, and chain hoists using correct components and terminologyAnalyze rigging equipment accident causes to understand the inspector's role in reducing accidents and liability exposureEstablish a rigging equipment inspection program incorporating OSHA and ASME inspection requirements and program administration responsibilitiesApply the three levels of rigging equipment inspection by understanding when and how each level is required and the criteria that differentiate each levelInspect wire rope for broken wires, kinking, corrosion, wear, and other criteria indicating removal from service in compliance with applicable standardsInspect slings including wire rope, chain, synthetic, and mesh types to identify deficiencies and safety hazards requiring corrective action or removal from service
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Robotics Applications
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Implement safety procedures and rules in robotic applicationsInvestigate and report on applications of a robotic systemCompare uses of multiple robotic systemsFormulate a plan to perform multiple robotic tasks, including a flow chartCreate plans and use them to program robots and peripheral devices to perform a variety of operationsPlan a coordinated robotic system with peripheral devices
Course
Semiconductors
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Obtain and share information about signal levels, impedances, and wiring formatsExplain dynamic range, noise, signal to noise ratio, and distortionCalculate decibels for standard reference levelsObtain and share information on active devices, transistor biasing, and amplifier circuitsGather, evaluate, and share information on op-amps and other integrated circuitsDiscuss discrete and integrated as they apply to semiconductors
Course
Telecommunications Cabling
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Describe unshielded twisted pair (utp) cablesInstall and troubleshoot rj45/48 telephone connectors and fittingsCompare Cat 5 cables to single twisted pair and unshielded twisted pair wiringExplain where 10Base t cable is commonly usedSummarize t568a/t568b standardsExplain how cable TV wiring is used for data and voice services
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Three-Dimensional Solid Modeling Design I
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Identify three-dimensional modeling commands necessary to complete a three-dimensional solid model designDevelop three-dimensional working planes for part sketching and profile creationConstruct a three-dimensional model by selecting working planes, creating profiles for protrusionUtilize commands to add features to three-dimensional modelsDemonstrate operations needed for converting a three-dimensional model to a two-dimensional parts drawingArrange primary views, including all dimensions, notes, and other related information needed to complete a two-dimension
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Three-Dimensional Solid Modeling Design II
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Create a three-dimensional assembly with clearances to ensure complete functionalityAnalyze models to determine whether necessary engineering design features are includedCreate prototype models of flat pattern drawings, including the specification of relief settingsPerform data analysis on a three-dimensional, multipart assembly to ensure functionalityCreate a three-dimensional presentation with computer-generated models, prototypes, and drawings