TCAT Dickson

On-the-job Training

• Material Requisitioning
• Project Layout
• Conduit Work
• Power Distribution
• Machine Tools
• Small Power Tools, Hoists & Crane Systems
• Cranes Mechanical
• Welding, Brazing & Silver Soldering
• Electronic Equipment, Printed Circuit Board
• Making Design Changes, Updating Electrical Parts
• Programmable Logic Controllers
• Preventive Maintenance - Electric
• Preventive Maintenance - Mechanics
• Preventive Maintenance - Misc.
• Machine Operation
• Tool Design and Operation
• Drive Systems, Gearboxes, Transmissions, Etc.
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
• Lubrication and Coolant Systems
• Pumps and Valves
• Transfer Machinery and Material Handling
• Plumbing and Piping
• Toolmaker Cross-Training
• Competency Checklist
  • Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments, using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straight edges
  • Diagnoses and repairs mechanical problems with plant and machine systems
  • Dismantles devices to gain access to remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools
  • Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections
  • Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements, using rules, callipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments
  • Installs and diagnoses new machinery and equipment
  • Installs special functional and structural parts in devices using hand tools
  • Maintains, repairs, and improves plant machinery mechanical systems
  • Participates in project planning
  • Repairs electrical equipment
  • Repairs and maintains, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications, machinery and mechanical equipments, such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment
  • Repairs or replaces defective parts, using hand tools and power tools
  • Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts
  • Starts devices to test their performance
  • Verifies mechanical and electro mechanical safety of plant and machine systems
  • Works in teams
  • Maintains appropriate records
  • Makes replacement parts as needed
  • Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble
  • Participates in the “Ideas for Success” Program
  • Initiates purchase orders for parts and machines
  • Lubricates and cleans parts
  • Maintains a clean, safe, well organized work area
  • Performs additional duties as assigned