An Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) worker is a tradesperson who installs, maintains and repairs stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment by interpreting drawings, performing layouts and assembling parts.
The Industrial Mechanic Millwright program at College of the North Atlantic offers the training required to become a mechanic for stationary industrial machinery.
Millwrights are in demand throughout the country and around the world in the oil and gas industry, shipyards, manufacturing sector, mining, forestry and government maintenance departments. The Industrial Mechanic Millwright program at College of the North Atlantic can help get your career started in this exciting and expanding field.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This red seal program offers the training required to become a mechanic for stationary industrial machinery. Some of the duties include:
- Read and interpret diagram, schematics and service manuals
- Operate rigging equipment and dollies to move equipment
- Fit, align, attach and connect: bearings, gears, shafts, motors, couplings and belts
- Test, align and adjust equipment
- Perform predictive and operational maintenance
- Employ vibration analysis
- Service and repair hydraulic, pneumatic and programmable logic controls
- Perform tack welds
OUTCOMES
- Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.
- Use and maintain tools and equipment.
- Interpret drawings, plans, and be able to layout and develop projects according to specifications.
- Perform assigned tasks following quality and production standards required in industry.
- Plan for installation and maintenance of components and systems.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for admission requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria:
1. High School
High School Graduation
2. Adult Basic Education
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile). It is strongly recommended that courses include the following:
Science 3101, 3102, 3103
3. Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Trades
Comprehensive Arts and Science (Trades) Certificate
4. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years of age or older, and have been out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to
Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may find employment in the following areas:
- Mining
- Forestry
- Oil and gas
- Private companies
- Manufacturing
- Government maintenance departments
| COURSES |
|
| CODE |
TITLE |
|
| Block 1 |
Entry Level |
Hrs |
| TS1510 |
Occupational Health and Safety |
6 |
| TS1520 |
WHMIS |
6 |
| TS1530 |
Standard First Aid |
14 |
| MS1230 |
Hand Tools |
20 |
| MW1240 |
Portable Power Tools |
20 |
| MW1251 |
Blueprint Reading and Sketching |
15 |
| MW1261 |
Equipment Assembly Blueprints |
15 |
| MW1270 |
Mechanical Installation Blueprints |
15 |
| MW1281 |
Schematics Advanced |
15 |
| MW1291 |
Rigging |
30 |
| MW1360 |
Shafts and Shaft Alignment |
20 |
| MW1450 |
Drills, Taps and Reamers |
30 |
| MW1460 |
Measuring and Layout |
60 |
| MW1470 |
Piping Components |
30 |
| MW1511 |
Power Metal Saws |
15 |
| MW1521 |
Pedestal Grinders |
15 |
| MW1530 |
Bearings |
40 |
| MW1541 |
Fasteners |
9 |
| MW1550 |
Metallurgy |
30 |
| MW1580 |
Static and Dynamic Seals |
30 |
| MW1591 |
Couplings and Clutches |
20 |
| MW1610 |
Belt and Chain Drive Systems |
45 |
| MW1621 |
Metal Lathe |
60 |
| MW1630 |
Milling Machines |
40 |
| MW1640 |
Gear Drive Systems |
50 |
| MW1650 |
Lubrication Practices |
20 |
| MW1670 |
Non-positive Displacement Pumps |
40 |
| MW1690 |
Positive Displacement Pumps |
50 |
| MW1730 |
Electrical Fundamentals |
30 |
| MW2150 |
Hydraulics I |
30 |
| WD1330 |
Oxy-Fuel Welding |
30 |
| OT1150 |
Workplace Exposure |
80 |
| AM1100 |
Math Essentials |
30 |
| AM1180 |
Industrial Math Fundamentals |
30 |
| CM2160 |
Communication Essentials |
45 |
| SD1760 |
Workplace Essentials |
45 |
| MC1060 |
Computer Essentials |
15 |
| AP1101 |
Introduction to Apprenticeship |
15 |
A certificate from College of the North Atlantic will be awarded upon successful completion of entry level courses.
APPRENTICESHIP
Upon completion of the entry level certificate program, a graduate may pursue Red Seal Certification by finding employment, registering as an “Apprentice” and completing the following Advanced Level training and required work experience. The apprenticeship may take 4-5 years and would lead to Journeyperson status in the trade. For more information regarding apprenticeship refer to www.aes.gov.nl.ca
| Block 2 |
Advanced Level |
Hrs |
| MW1560 |
Coupling Alignment |
45 |
| MW1660 |
Material Handling Systems |
60 |
| MW2160 |
Hydraulics II |
35 |
| MW2170 |
Pneumatics |
40 |
| WD1380 |
Electric Arc Welding |
60 |
| |
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| Block 3 |
Advanced Level |
Hrs |
| MW1620 |
Metal Lathes |
100 |
| MW1630 |
Milling Machines |
40 |
| MW2180 |
Compressors |
40 |
| MW2190 |
Machinery Installation and Alignment |
60 |
| |
|
|
| Block 4 |
Advanced Level |
Hrs |
| MW1480 |
Tanks, Fans and Blowers |
30 |
| MW1680 |
Dynamic Balancing |
45 |
| MW1740 |
Preventive and Predictive Maintenance |
35 |
| MW2210 |
Prime Movers I |
45 |
| MW2220 |
Prime Movers II |
45 |
| MW2230 |
Vibration Analysis |
40 |
