Program Description
This 11-month program prepares students for employment as industrial plant maintenance mechanics or millwrights. Students learn the basics of maintenance fabrication installation and alignment of equipment used in modern industrial and manufacturing plants.
Theory classes provide technical information pertaining to welding hydraulics electricity rigging pipe fitting mechanical drive/transmission systems pumps and equipment installation and alignment.
Laboratory classes teach students to skillfully perform welding and fabrication tasks as well as the maintenance of hydraulic electro/mechanical systems. The well-equipped lab includes the latest technology in laser alignment of rotating equipment. Blueprint reading and shop math are taught and used in all areas of training. A general education component of English occupational relations and math are integrated into the program. Successful completion of the first semester or instructor permission is required to continue into the second semester and summer session.
Interested students should possess basic math skills (knowledge of basic Algebra and Geometry) Reading skills and have a keen interest in mechanics. Placement in specific English and math classes is determined by the college assessment test.
Parker Technical Education Center
Classes for this program are located in Rathdrum, Idaho, 12 miles from Coeur d’Alene at the Parker Technical Education Center
Shane Stockham
Industrial Mechanic/Millwright Instructor
Office: Parker Technical Education Center 183
Phone: (208) 769-3460
Email: Shane.Stockham@nic.edu
2021 - 2022 Tool List
APPROXIMATE COST OF TOOLS / SUPPLIES (NOTE: Does not include the cost of textbooks)
$2000 - $3500 (Prices subject to change based on price quotes received from the vendors)
Industrial Mechanic/Millwright Technology Required Tool List
NOTE: It is recommended that students not purchase tools or equipment until after classes have begun and specific tool/equipment requirements have been discussed in class.
| Must Have for 1st Week of Fall Semester | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pair | Safety glasses |
| 1 | Pair | Coveralls (100% cotton) |
| 1 | Pair | Cutting goggles |
| 2 | Pair | Leather gloves |
| 1 | Each | Tip cleaners |
| 1 | Each | Flint Striker |
| 1 | Each | Welding pliers |
| General Tools/Supplies | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Each | Locking toolbox (roller cabinet optional) |
| 2 | Each | Ball peen hammer (16-28 oz.) |
| 1 | Each | Plastic soft-tip hammer (12-20 oz.) |
| 1 | Set | Screwdrivers (Standard and Phillips) |
| 1 | Set | Assorted punches |
| 1 | Set | Assorted chisels |
| 1 | Set | Allen wrenches |
| 1 | Set | Combination wrenches (box end, 3/8”-1 1/4”) |
| 3 | Each | Adjustable wrenches (8”, 10”, 12”) |
| 2 | Each | Pipe wrenches (12”, 18”) |
| 1 | Each | Steel ruler (6”, 1/64 increments) |
| 3 | Each | Files (10”-12”, flat or mill, half-round, round) |
| 1 | Each | Hacksaw (24T, 32R blades) |
| 1 | Set | Feeler gauge (optional taper gauge) |
| 1 | Each | Roll head bar (or pry bar) |
| 1 | Set | Socket wrench set – 1/4” drive |
| 1 | Set | Socket wrench set – 3/8” drive |
| 1 | Set | Socket wrench set – 1/2” drive |
| 1 | Pair | Long-nose pliers (6”) |
| 1 | Pair | Slip-joint pliers (8”) |
| 1 | Pair | Curved-joint pliers (10”) |
| 2 | Pair | Vice grip pliers (10”) |
| 1 | Set | Retaining ring pliers (internal, external) |
| 1 | Pair | Diagonal cutters |
| 1 | Each | Tape measure |
| 1 | Each | Torpedo level (9”) |
| 1 | Each |
Combination square (center and |
| 1 | Each | 4 1/2" angle disc grinder |
| 1 | Pair | Leather boots |
| 1 | Each | Arc hood |
| 1 | Each | Leather jacket (or sleeves/apron) |
| 1 | Each | Striker |
| 1 | Each | Chipping hammer |
| 1 | Each | Wire brush (extra stainless) |
| 1 | Each | Welder’s cap |
| 1 | Each | Soapstone holder |
| 1 | Each | Pipe wrap-around (optional) |
| 1 | Each | Dial caliper (6”) |
| 1 | Each | Chalk line |
| 1 | Each | Pencil compass (or 10” dividers) |
| 1 | Each | Plumb bob (optional) |
| 1 | Each | Inspection mirror |
| 1 | Each | Wire stripper |
