Programs of Study
PLASTICS CERTIFICATE
The Plastics Certificate Program provides training for entry-level jobs in plastics, emphasizing plastic processes such as extrusion, thermoforming, blow molding and injection molding. The program provides a basic, hands-on training opportunity for students.
Certificate credits may also be applied to an appropriate major leading to an associate degree.
| Course |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
| MFG 1080 |
Materials |
3 |
| MTH 1310 |
Intermediate Algebra |
4 |
| PET 1100 |
Introduction To Plastics |
3 |
| PET 1240 |
Introduction to Color |
3 |
| PET 2100 |
Plastic Processes |
4 |
| PET 2311 |
Plastic Material Testing |
4 |
| QCT 1020 |
Blueprint Reading |
2 |
Total Credit Hours: 23
COLORING OF PLASTICS CERTIFICATE
These certificate programs are designed for individuals who wish to enter the color matching field. The Level I certificate is for students with no prior experience in the coloring of plastics and must be completed prior to beginning the Level II certificate.
Certificate credits may also be applied to an appropriate major leading to an associate degree.
LEVEL I
| Course |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
| PET 1100 |
Introduction To Plastics |
3 |
| PET 1110 |
Color Lab I |
4 |
| PET 1240 |
Introduction to Color |
3 |
| PET 2100 |
Plastic Processes |
3 |
| PET 2311 |
Plastic Material Testing |
4 |
Total Credit Hours: 17
To begin the Level II certificate requires the completion of the Level I certificate, equivalent skills, or instructor permission.
Level II
| Course |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
| MGT 2300 |
Process Improvement and LEAN Manufacturing |
3 |
| PET 2100 |
Plastic Processes |
3 |
| PET 2200 |
Color Lab II |
4 |
| PET 2320 |
Colorants for Plastics |
4 |
Total Credit Hours: 14
COLORING OF MATERIALS CERTIFICATE
This certificate program is designed for individuals who wish to enter a field where knowledge of color is required. The courses can not only lead to jobs in the coloring of plastics industry, but also coloring in several other industries, such as: paints, inks, print and digital media. Students that are interested in art and technology should take these courses.
| Course |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
| DMT 1030 |
Visual Communication |
3 |
| PET 1100 |
Introduction to Plastics |
3 |
| PET 1110 |
Color Lab I |
4 |
| PET 1240 |
Introduction to Color |
3 |
| PET 2100 |
Plastic Processes |
3 |
| PET 2311 |
Plastic Material Testing |
3 |
| PET 2320 |
Colorants |
4 |
| PET 2400 |
Industrial Troubleshooting |
3 |
Total Credit Hours: 26
COLOR FOR PROCESSORS CERTIFICATE
All courses in this certificate are offered online.
| Course |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
| PET 1100 |
Introduction to Plastics |
3 |
| PET 1240 |
Introduction to Color |
3 |
| PET 2320 |
Colorants |
4 |
Total Credit Hours: 10