PA81 Plastics and Polymer Technology Technical Certificate of Credit
Offered at the Fayette COI
| Program Entrance Term: |
Spring |
| Minimum Length of Program: |
1 term |
| Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: |
14 |
Program Description
The Basic Material Processing certificate program is designed to introduce students to the transformation of industrial materials from a raw material state to finished parts or products. Emphasis is placed on industrial safety, basic machine tool processes, lathe operations, and mill operations.
Admission Requirements
- Submit completed application and application fee
- Be at least 16 years of age
- High school diploma or GED is required
The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.
Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.
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Program Courses
First Term
| PLST 1000 | Introduction to the Plastics Industry | 2 |
| PLST 1010 | Plastics and Polymers Materials | 3 |
| PLST 1015 | Plastics and Polymers Materials Testing | 3 |
| PLST 1020 | Plastics Manufacturing Processes I | 3 |
| PLST 1030 | Plastics Manufacturing Processes II | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 14