Millwright Level 4, 4th edition
Published by Pearson (January 11, 2023) © 2024

Title overview

For courses covering millwrighting skills.

Responding to a growing national demand for millwrights

Millwright, Level 4, is the final installment of a four-level curriculum for a standard millwright apprenticeship program. Over 14 modules, students learn the components of the mechanical systems that a millwright interacts with. They also get step-by-step guidance in installing, removing, troubleshooting and maintaining these components.

In the 4th Edition, NCCER's revised Millwright curriculum moves from five to four levels, to fit a standard four-year industry training program. Content updates reflect modern tools and approaches, plus more coverage of maintenance topics. Students will also benefit from a more focused approach to job skills.

Key features of this title

Practical application

  • Step-by-step instructions throughout the text guide students in performing technical procedures safely and efficiently.
  • An introductory page for each module lists the module objectives and relevant trade terms. It also includes performance tasks for applying new knowledge to real-world tasks.

Self-review

  • Section review questions at the end of each section test students' knowledge of the content they've just read.
  • Review questions reinforce the knowledge students gain while measuring what they understand.

Learning aids

  • Trade features present technical tips and professional practices based on real scenarios encountered on the job.
  • Figures and tables throughout each module illustrate important concepts and clarify complex instructions.

New and updated features of this title

Fully revised series

  • REVISED: Level 4 is now the final level of NCCER's fully revised Millwright program. Previously, the program and corresponding materials were offered as a five-level series.
  • REVISED: The program now has a Features section throughout. This section presents technical tips and professional practices based on scenarios encountered on real jobsites.
  • UPDATED: More than 100 hours of elective modules are available for longer programs, to cover more in-depth training.

Content enhancements

  • NEW: A step-by-step illustrated guide on how to perform alignment using laser shaft alignment tools has been added to the Level 4 text.
  • ENHANCED: Coverage of all five conveyor types explores their application and the environments they're used in. Several approaches to belt conveyor drive options are introduced.
  • ENHANCED: Coverage of all eight types of predictive testing and inspection approaches has been improved upon. Supportive art helps students visualize these approaches.

Table of contents

MODULES

  1. Basic Hydraulic Systems (15409)
  2. Troubleshooting and Repairing Hydraulic Equipment (15410)
  3. Installing Belt and Chain Drives (15311)
  4. Introduction to Conveyors (15401)
  5. Troubleshooting and Repairing Conveyors (15402)
  6. Laser Alignment (15502)
  7. Optical Layout and Alignment (15504)
  8. Gearboxes (15412)
  9. Troubleshooting and Repairing Gearboxes (15411)
  10. Turbines (15505)
  11. Preventive and Predictive Maintenance (15508)
  12. Maintaining and Repairing Turbine Components (15506)
  13. Crane Communications (53101)
  14. Crane Safety and Emergency Procedures (21106)

Author bios

About our author

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) education foundation that provides portable, industry-recognized credentials and certifications for skilled craft professionals. Its comprehensive workforce development system includes accreditation, training, assessment, certification and career development solutions for the construction and maintenance industries.

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