Sheet Metal Technology

6 quarter AAS

This program offers a combinations of hands-on, hybrid, and online courses. See course descriptions for more information.

Bates offers the only program in the region that prepares students for apprenticeship employment in the sheet metal industry. Customer projects completed in the classroom, shop, and the field, provide students with the necessary foundational skills to succeed in this high demand and rewarding occupation. Instruction includes equipment operation, fabrication and installation of various ventilation systems, blueprint reading, computer-aided drafting, air distribution, and material handling. This is a pre-apprenticeship program for the Western Washington Sheet Metal Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee. Students who complete all required elements of the selected Sheet Metal Technology course offerings will be awarded direct entry into the Western Washington Sheet Metal JATC Local 66 building trades program. Students will be placed at the end of the out of work list. Prior educational credits are recognized upon entrance into the apprenticeship.

For program costs and fees refer to the catalog TUITION AND FEES PAGE.

Program Learning Outcomes
  • Lay out, measure, and mark dimensions and reference lines on material using calculators, hand tools, and machines on metal.
  • Interpret construction blueprints to identify dimensions, materials, and installation requirements for sheet metal projects.
  • Interpret guidelines set forth by OSHA/WISHA/HAZ COM and occupation standards
  • Identify and properly use common hand tools and machines for cutting, forming, and assembling sheet metal components.
  • Fabricate and install a variety of assemblies: heating and air conditioning ducts, equipment, and architectural metal components
  • Perform basic computer functions relating to duct design and CAD fabrication
  • Develop independent work habits and positive interpersonal abilities to create a team environment in the workplace
  • Use calculators, dividers, squares, and rulers for geometric construction in drafting.
  • Apply mathematical principles to accurately interpret technical drawings, calculate material dimensions, bend allowances, and layout patterns for sheet metal fabrication.
  • Identify and understand the historical moments and values of the sheet metal trade and how it shaped the sheet metal trade.
  • Apply industry related skills for esential tasks towards suplemental training for handling, and transporting materials and personel.
CIP Code
48.0506

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