Advanced Composites

Enterprise State Community College

Associate's DegreeAcademic

Prepares graduates as advanced composites technicians for aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing industries. Covers composite materials, processes, repair techniques, manufacturing methods, and capstone projects in advanced composite production.

Credits

60 credits

Format

In-Person

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Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

CMP 100Introduction to Composites

3 cr

CMP 101Composites I

3 cr

CMP 110Composite Basics

3 cr

CMP 120Composite Repair

3 cr

CMP 210Alternative Composite Process

3 cr

CMP 220Advanced Composite Final Project

3 cr

ORI 105Orientation & Student Success

3 cr

ENG 101English Composition I

3 cr

Program Details

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Advanced Composites

Enterprise State Community College

Associate's DegreeAcademic

Credits

60 credits

Format

In-Person

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Active ListeningCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionSpeakingQuality Control AnalysisOperations MonitoringMonitoringTroubleshootingSocial PerceptivenessComplex Problem SolvingSystems AnalysisSystems EvaluationOperation and Control

Knowledge

Production and ProcessingMechanicalEnglish LanguageDesignMathematicsCustomer and Personal ServiceEngineering and TechnologyEducation and Training

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionProblem SensitivityNear VisionOral ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInformation OrderingInductive ReasoningVisualizationArm-Hand SteadinessFinger DexterityWritten ComprehensionCategory FlexibilityWritten Expression

Tasks

Drill and tap holes for rivets, and glue, weld, bolt, or rivet parts together to form prosthetic or
Read prescriptions or specifications to determine the type of product or device to be fabricated and
Make orthotic or prosthetic devices, using materials such as thermoplastic and thermosetting materia
Order parts or supplies for orthotic or prosthetic devices.
Test selected products at specified stages in the production process for performance characteristics
Compile and evaluate statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.
Study time, motion, methods, or speed involved in maintenance, production, or other operations to es
Enforce safety and sanitation regulations.
Keep records of employees' attendance and hours worked.
Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.

Technology

Computer aided design CAD softwareMedical softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareElectronic mail softwareMaterials requirements planning logistics and supply chain softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareIndustrial control softwareDevelopment environment softwareInternet browser softwareEnterprise application integration softwareTime accounting softwareData base user interface and query software

Tools

3D scanning systemsAcetylene torchesAir compressorsAlignment standsAllen wrenchesAnvilsArbor pressesBand sawsBead blastersBelt sandersBench lathesBench punchesBending brakesBuffing wheelsCast cutting saws3-axis computer numerically controlled CNC milling machinesAdjustable hand wrenchesAir conditioning unitsAir heatersAir purifying respiratorsAngle platesAutocollimatorsAutomated vision systemsAutomatic microhardness testersBelt conveyorsBench grindersBioreactorsBlow molding machinesBoring tools

Work Values

RelationshipsSupportWorking ConditionsAchievementIndependenceRecognition

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Associate's Degree)

Device prescriptions and patient specifications — interpret independently to plan fabrication sequences and select appropriate materials for orthotic and prosthetic production.
Orthotic and prosthetic devices — fabricate routinely using thermoplastic, metal alloy, and leather materials with hand and power tools in a clinical workshop environment.
Fabric and structural materials — bend, form, and shape to match prescribed contours of device components with minimal oversight on standard patient cases.
Patient torso and limb casts — construct and prepare independently as accurate cutting and fabrication patterns for device manufacture.
Gluing, welding, bolting, and riveting techniques — apply with consistent accuracy to assemble multi-component prosthetic and orthotic devices in a production setting.
Existing prosthetic limbs, braces, and surgical supports — repair and modify according to updated prescriptions and patient feedback in a rehabilitation-focused lab.
Padding and covering materials including rubber, leather, and fiberglass — select and apply to finished device structures to meet patient comfort and functional requirements.
Biomechanical alignment and movement — test using meters and alignment fixtures on completed devices, interpreting results and making standard adjustments.
CAD software — use to reference or adapt existing device design files during routine fabrication and modification workflows.
Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills — apply to diagnose material or structural failures in devices and implement corrective actions within familiar case types.

Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

CMP 100Introduction to Composites

3 cr

CMP 101Composites I

3 cr

CMP 110Composite Basics

3 cr

CMP 120Composite Repair

3 cr

CMP 210Alternative Composite Process

3 cr

CMP 220Advanced Composite Final Project

3 cr

ORI 105Orientation & Student Success

3 cr

ENG 101English Composition I

3 cr

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

No detailed information available.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

No requirements listed.

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

No funding information available.

Scholarships

No scholarships listed.

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