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Injection Molding

160 Hours | Workforce Microcredential

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Program Length

10 Weeks

Credentials

Workforce Microcredential

Cost/Tuition*

$2,660.00

Tuition subject to change without notice.

Location

Westpointe Campus

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

$2,660

*Tuition subject to change without notice.

Coverage

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.

Certificate Programs

2 Programs

Injection Molding Tech 1

1 Course

4-5 Weeks

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Principles of Scientific Molding

1 Course

4-5 Weeks

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Top 5 things to know before you apply

  1. Understand the Program Requirements
  2. Align Career Goals
  3. Explore Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Funding
  4. Program Duration and Schedule
  5. Teaching Mode
  6. Academic Readiness

How To Apply

1

Apply for Admissions

Complete your admissions application. Once you receive your student number (S#), proceed to Step 2.

2

Meet with Your Academic Advisor

Schedule an appointment (in-person, phone, or video call):

801-957-4978

academicadvising@elco.edu

Schedule Online

3

Placement Testing

Complete required placement tests (if applicable)

4

Start Your Application