Industrial Mechanics is an applied certificate program. It provides knowledge and skill development in installing, servicing, repairing and overhauling machines which produce industrial goods.
You will receive:
Tuition: $3,000*
Industrial mechanics are also known by other trade names (i.e., maintenance mechanics, millwrights or machine repairmen). Graduates may find employment in commercial or industrial operations that use machinery. These include wood, cereal, meat processing and power generating plants, hard rock and potash mines, mills and refineries.
You will experience the theoretical and practical application of assembly and precision measuring tools.
You will develop basic working drawings of small part assemblies by taking measurements, documenting relevant information, and developing sketches. You will construct parts and assemblies from your completed working drawings.
You will learn the theoretical and practical application of hand threading tools, threads and fasteners.
The course reviews basic mathematical concepts and introduces mathematical concepts that support applications in the Industrial Mechanics trade.
You will receive an introduction to the Indigenous cultural groups within Saskatchewan. You will learn about the colonization of Indigenous peoples by the Canadian state. Your studies will help you discuss current issues and explore possible solutions.
You will learn the theoretical and practical applications of lay-out tools and hand cutting tools.
You will learn theory and practical application of metallurgy for steels. You will learn practical forging techniques.
You will learn theory and practical operation of grinders, drills and threading machines.
You will learn applicable occupational health and safety (OH&S) regulations. You will learn rigging techniques, how to maintain equipment and calculate load estimations.
You will learn the theoretical and practical activities related to safety and communication in the workplace.
You will study the basics of oxy-acetylene cutting and welding. You will learn to safely use and store material involved with these operations.
Equivalent Course is WELD 103
You will participate in a work placement to further your understanding of workplace employer needs.