Precision Optics Technician
Starting Wage
$17.00 / hour
Avg. Wage Upon Completion
$24.00 / hour
On The Job Training
6,000 hours
see Training Summary below
Related Courses Required
6 courses or 432 hours
see Classes Offered below
Key Skills
- Strong math skills, English to metric unit conversion, fraction to decimal conversion, and basic geometry and trigonometry
- Comfortable with computers
- Multi tasking is essential
- Self disciplined
- Strong communication verbal and written
- Attention to detail, precision and detail orientated
- Knowledge of tools: wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, pliers, vice grips, and other hand tools
- Focus on equipment, process and inspection for precision optics mfg.
- Strong self confidence, as sometimes will have to deal directly with customer
- Ability to measure using a ruler and/or tape measure, using micrometers, or using other measuring tools is a bonus
Character Traits
- Strong degree of self confidence, likes to work in a team, likes working with hands, good communication skills
- Likes video games, likes making things at home or in school, likes immediate satisfaction
Dual Enrollment Courses
These classes can be taken through MCC by FLYAP participants
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TAM 101Machine Theory
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TAM 105Machine Project Laboratory
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TAM 121Mathematics for Machinist I
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TAM 131Machine Shop Print Reading I
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TAM 141Machine Shop Laboratory
Apprenticeship Training Summary
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500 hoursPlanning, becoming familiar with materials, equipment and workplace
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3,250 hoursRunning optical equipment and learning how to set up optical equipment
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1,750 hoursInspection via measuring and visual
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500 hoursPacking and coatings
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6,000 hoursTotal
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As a youth apprentice, you will receive education and skills through job shadowing in 11th grade and a paid co-op in 12th grade. What’s more, upon completion, you will have the highly sought-after skills and experience that could make your career possibilities limitless.
In this program, you will have an opportunity to interview with several companies in multiple trades. And when you graduate, you will already have an understanding of these companies and what they offer.
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