See how a Course Works: Intro to Online Learning
Description
Generally, paper mill operators enter the workforce in entry-level positions and work their way up, sometimes to senior management positions. Currently a large portion of the workforce is retiring, creating a critical shortage of technical workers for many years to come.
Very few institutions provide training for entry-level operators. This is a unique, user-friendly program designed for people who have minimal knowledge of the industry, math, physics, or chemistry. The necessary science concepts are built into the program modules.Paper mill operators have the responsibility to make sure unit and process systems function properly. They consider personnel safety as the primary objective and ensure production processes are operating safely. They continually monitor instrumentation and the operation of equipment and make adjustments to keep system process variables within acceptable ranges. Paper mill operators also detect potential and actual problems and take corrective action to prevent the interruption of system operations.
Upon successful completion of this program, you’ll be able to:
- Operate a paper mill with safety as the prime consideration
- Monitor instrumentation and equipment operation
- Make adjustments to keep system process variables, such as flows, temperatures and pressures, within acceptable ranges
- Detect potential and actual problems and take corrective action to prevent the interruption of system operations
- Analyze operational trends and take corrective actions
- Use standard operating procedures to start and stop production equipment
- Maintain communication with other operators, maintenance, and management
Outline
- Basic Hazard Communication
- Basic Safety
- Basic Lockout-Tagout
- Math 1000: Basic Math 1
- Math 2000: Basic Math 2
- Math 2500: Basic Math 3
- Applied Physics 1
- Applied Physics 2
- Applied Physics 3
- Heat Exchangers
- Lubrication and Bearings
- Electrical Safety
- Electricity for Operators and Technicians
- Industrial Valves
- Compressed Air
- How to Read Process Drawings
- Basic Process Instrumentation and Control
- Pump Fundamentals
- Centrifugal Pumps: Operation
- Introduction to Pulp and Paper Manufacturing
- Wet End Operations 1
- Wet End Operations 2
- Dry End Operations
- Winder Operations
- Environment Protection
Demo
Additional Info
- Languages
- English
- Course Length
- 400.00 hours
- Duration of Access
- All of our programs are self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace. Most programs allow you 180 days after you register to complete them. If you need more time, extensions are available.
- Instructor
- Max Ansari, MSEE P.Eng., a professional engineer, is the instructor for this course. He has been a professor in the process technology department at one of the largest community colleges in the country. Max also has extensive engineering, operational, and adult-training experience in pulp and paper mills, oil refineries, and power plants.
- Prerequisites/Audience
To enroll in this program, you should have basic keyboarding and computer skills, and be comfortable navigating the Internet and using e-mail. You should have a high school diploma or the equivalent.
This program is for you if you seek entry-level employment in a paper mill.
- Requirements/Materials Included
To take this program, you’ll need the following items:
- Computer running Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows NT, or Windows 95/98
- Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher
- Access to the Internet (a high-speed connection is recommended)
No textbooks are required for this program. You’re encouraged to print the on-screen program material for your reference. It’s a good idea to go through the printed material prior to job interviews.
