Course

50-420-760 Quality Concepts for Injection Mold Setup-Plastics
Course Information
Description
In this course, the apprentice will explore quality concepts essential for the set-up and operation of injection molding machines in the plastics industry. Apprentices will examine material properties, mold design, process optimization, and apply quality assurance techniques to ensure that molds are set up correctly and that the manufactured parts meet predefined quality standards.
Total Credits
1
Course Competencies (Course Outcomes)
  1. Examine the concept of Quality
    Assessment Strategies
    On-the-job Performance
    Criteria
    define the importance of quality in Injection Mold Set-up
    identify quality assurance techniques

  2. Explore design principles
    Assessment Strategies
    On-the-job Performance
    Criteria
    identify key factors in design considerations
    examine plastic properties that influence material selection
    examine mold types that influence mold performance
    identify Statistical Process Control (SPC) fundamentals

  3. Examine inspection processes
    Assessment Strategies
    On-the-job Performance
    Criteria
    set process parameters
    conduct initial test shots and make necessary adjustments
    identify preventative methods for quality assurance in Injection Mold Set-up manufacturing
    record process parameters and inspection results

  4. Troubleshoot quality issues
    Assessment Strategies
    On-the-job Performance
    Criteria
    monitor key parameters during the injection molding process.
    implement process optimization techniques
    use process documentation to ensure traceability and facilitate troubleshooting

  5. Apply SPC (Statistical Process Control) methods and tools
    Assessment Strategies
    On-the-job Performance
    Criteria
    convert raw data to statistically significant charts
    interpret control charts and assess process capability
    analyze data to identify root causes of defects and trends