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Injection Molding

Injection Molding

160 Hours | Workforce Microcredential

Program Length

5-10 Weeks

Credentials

Workforce Microcredential

Cost/Tuition

$2,660.00

(Tuition subject to change without notice.)

Financial Aid/Funding

Financial Aid/Funding is available.

Program Overview

Machine and Mold Setting
Metal, Plastic, or Composite Parts

 

Students will gain experience working with both hydraulic and servo driven machines.

SLCC’s lab has 5 different injection molding machines, so students will gain experience using a variety of operating systems from different manufacturers.

The Injection Molding program covers the basic principles of injection molding through to course offerings. These classes are designed for engineers and technicians who wish to learn the fundamental skills required to operate injection molding equipment and establish processing procedures for injection molded parts.

What You Will Learn

  • Basic components, functions, and terminology
  • Basic concepts behind parts and molds
  • Develop mold protect procedures

What You Will Learn

  • How to install and pull molds
  • How to apply industry specific math concepts
  • Interpret graphs related to injection molding machine parameters

Career Outcomes

Entry-Level Wage: $17.99, Median Wage: $21.92
10 Monthly Openings

Occupational Data, 2024, Salt Lake County, Lightcast Economic Modeling

Occupations

Molding, Coremaking, & Casting Machine Setters

Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Prepress Technicians

Certification Included

WORKFORCE MICROCREDENTIAL

Tuition & Financial Aid

COST
  1. Injection Molding Tech 1 - $1,330
  2. Principles of Scientific Molding - $1,500

Both Microcredentials: $2,830

Tuition subject to change without notice.

Financial Aid/Funding

Available through Utah Works Funding

The Injection Molding program is eligible for Utah Works funding to cover 100% of tuition. Utah residency is required. To see if you qualify for funding and to complete the application:

  1. Check eligibility by clicking the Utah Works funding link.
  2. Follow the steps to fill out and submit your application. If approved, you will receive instructions to register for the program you selected.

Microcredential Programs

Each course in our program is a separate microcredential. Start with the Injection Molding Tech 1 microcredential and find rewarding entry-level employment. Want to boost your income? Complete the Principles of Scientific Molding microcredential to gain advanced skills that employers value, helping you stand out and increase your earning potential.

Injection Molding Tech 1

1 Course

4-5 Weeks

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Principles of Scientific Molding

1 Course

4-5 Weeks

Register Now