Plastics Technology
Course Schedule

INJECTION MOLDING - PMT 59 (2.5 units) 18 Weeks
Classes start Friday, August 19, 2011

18-Week Classes starts Aug. 19, 2011

This course will introduce the student to the fundamentals of set-up and operation of injection molding equipment as found in industry. Training on actual industrial equipment as well as safe material and machinery handling is stressed.

#22979 6:00pm – 10:00pm FRI WD-1 Instructor: MENDOZA

SPECIALTY LAB PMT 63L - 0.5 UNIT (18-Weeks)

This is a lab course to complement other courses in the plastic/composite curriculum. It is designed to give practical experience in working with plastics.

#21100 8:30 – 10:00pm FRI. WD-1 Instructor: MENDOZA (18-Weeks)




PLASTICS TECHNOLOGY - PMT 100 (2.5 Units) 18 Weeks
Class begins Monday, January 10, 2011

18 Week and 9 Week "Short Courses begin Monday, Jan. 10, 2011

2nd 9 Week "Short Courses" begin week of Mar. 14, 2011


This course provides knowledge of materials and processes used in the field of plastics manufacturing today. An overview of plastic technology and application of production processes, as well as fabrication methods are covered. This course includes molding, forming, reinforced materials, bonding, laminating, and finishing techniques, and plastic material identification.


Transfer Credit: CSU
#22014 6:00pm – 10:00pm MON. ME-1 Instructor: PRICE

PLASTICS LAB PMT 63L –.5 UNITS (9 Weeks )

This is a to complement other courses in the plastics/composites curriculum. It is designed to give practical experience in working with plastics.

#21576 6:00pm – 9:00pm MON. ME-1 Instructor: PRICE (1st 9 Weeks)

#21156 6:00pm – 9:00pm MON. ME-1 Instructor: PRICE (2nd 9 Weeks)




PLASTICS MATERIALS & PROCESSES - PMT 68 ( 2.5 Units ) 18 Weeks
Classes begins Friday, January 14, 2011

This course is directed toward the study of plastic materials used in processing areas. Proper selection and applications of various thermosetting and thermoplastics are studied. Testing of these materials will be covered as specified in the ASTM Standards, including physical and chemical properties. Plastic material processing that is covered includes injection molding, compression molding, and extrusion.

#22796 6:00pm – 10:00pm FRI ME-1 Instructor: DUNCAN


SPECIALTY LABS - PMT 63L (.5 Units) 9-Weeks

This is a lab course to complement other courses in the plastic curriculum. It is designed to give experience in working with plastic materials and processes.

#21091 6:00pm – 9:00pm FRI ME-1 Instructors: DUNCAN (1st 9-Weeks)

#22374 6:00pm – 9:00 pm FRI ME-1 Instructor: DUNCAN (2nd 9-Weeks)




PLASTICS PRODUCTION - PMT 64 ( 2.5 Units ) 18 Weeks
Class begins Monday, August 18, 2011

18 Week and 9 Week "Short Courses begin August 15, 2011

2nd 9 Week "Short Courses" begin October 17, 2011


This is an intermediate course designed to further the student's knowledge of plastic materials and processes. Laboratory work will stress the two major areas of specialization selected by the student from the following: Plastics Molding, Thermoforming Fabrication, Reinforced Plastics, Testing Equipment Set-up & Maintenance and Tooling.

#26785 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm MON ME-1 Instructor: PRICE

PLASTICS LAB PMT 63L –.5 UNITS (9 Weeks )

This is a to complement other courses in the plastics/composites curriculum. It is designed to give practical experience in working with plastics.

#21030 7:00 – 10:00pm MON ME-1 Instructor: PRICE (1st 9 Weeks)

#22033 7:00 – 10:00pm MON ME-1 Instructor: PRICE 2nd 9 Weeks





INDUSTRIAL DESIGN FOR PLASTICS- PMT 58 ( 2.5 Units ) 18 Weeks
Classes begin Thursday, January 13, 2011

18 Week and 9 Week "Short Courses begin week of Jan. 13, 2011

2nd 9 Week "Short Courses" begin week of Mar. 17, 2011


This course is for students desiring knowledge of materials and processes used in the field of industrial design and applications. Content includes an overview of plastics technology and lecture/demonstrations in principle processes, including molding, reinforced materials, forming, moldmaking, casting, bonding, laminating, and fabrication.

#23569 6:00pm – 10:00pm THUR. ME-1 Instructors: PRICE

PLASTICS LAB PMT 63L –.5 UNITS (9 Weeks )

This is a to complement other courses in the plastics/composites curriculum. It is designed to give practical experience in working with plastics.

#21120 6:00 – 9:00pm THURS ME-1 Instructors: PRICE (1st 9 Weeks)

#21192 6:00 – 9:00pm THUR ME-1 Instructors: PRICE (2nd 9 Weeks)






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Terry L. Price, Dept Chairman, Manufacturing Technology
Ph. 562-860-2451 Ext. 2927 FAX 562-467-5012 tprice@mfgskills.com

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