If you haven’t read part one of our PPAP series Production Part Approval Process Aims to Improve Communication, you might want to start there. What are the Elements of the PPAP Package? Part Submission Warrant (PSW): The PSW is the first element of the PPAP package and is an all-inclusive
Excerpts from an interview with Nirav Desai, Sr. Casting Commodity Manager | PACCAR Inc. What is your current job title? What do your responsibilities include? I work for PACCAR as a Casting Commodity Manager. We manufacture high-quality light- medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. I
Knowledge is power, and QA Manager Mike Long of Webster Industries Inc. swears by this formula for the success and growth of the organization. We spoke to him and his colleague Jason Creeger, Foundry Production Supervisor, to find out how they have successfully implemented THORS courses at Webster. Tell us
For any individual who has already taken the THORS gears, gearboxes, bearings, oil seals, and engineering drawings courses OR is well-versed in the covered topics, THORS offers the Mechanical Power Transmission: Gearbox Fundamentals Certificate Exam Only. This exam assesses the examinee’s knowledge of the terminology and fundamental concepts associated with gears, bearings, and rotary oil seals – concepts important to understanding gearboxes used in mechanical power transmission.
Upon successful completion of this Certificate Exam, the learner will receive an official Certificate of Completion from The University of Akron.
Once purchased, this exam will remain available for 30 days. To repurchase and reattempt the exam, contact support@thors.com.
For any individual who has already taken the THORS metal cutting courses or is well-versed in the covered topics, THORS offers the Machining Fundamentals I Certificate Exam Only. This exam assesses knowledge on the components, terminology, and capabilities of the various machine tools and machining processes typically used in machining.
Upon successful completion of this Certificate Exam, the learner will receive an official Certificate of Completion from The University of Akron.
Once purchased, this exam will remain available for 30 days. To repurchase and reattempt the exam, contact support@thors.com.
For any individual who has already taken the THORS castings and materials courses or is well-versed in the covered topics, THORS offers the Green Sand Molding for Aluminum Foundries Certificate Exam Only. This exam assesses knowledge on the terminology and fundamental concepts associated with aluminum melting, casting, green sand system, mold design, and the related heat treat operations and destructive metallurgical testing carried out in aluminum foundries.
Upon successful completion of this Certificate Exam, the learner will receive an official Certificate of Completion from The University of Akron.
Once purchased, this exam will remain available for 30 days. To repurchase and reattempt the exam, contact support@thors.com.
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The Mobility: Drivetrain Fundamentals Certificate of Completion Program is a self-paced program covering topics such as engines, transmissions, braking systems, and transfer cases, along with an understanding of how they function – knowledge necessary for a solid foundation in vehicle mobility.
The courses in this program cover all necessary material to successfully complete the included Certificate Exam. Upon successful completion of the Certificate Exam, the learner will receive an official Certificate of Completion from The University of Akron.
Final Certificate Exam is included for free with this full program purchase. Alternatively, the Mobility: Drivetrain Fundamentals I Certificate Exam Only may be purchased individually.
Once purchased, each course and the Certificate Exam will be available for 30 days after its launch.
The Metal Forming Fundamentals Certificate of Completion Program is a self-paced program covering topics related to the basic terminology, equipment, and processes used in forging, cold forming, and stamping – knowledge necessary for a solid foundation in the metal forming industry.
The courses in this program cover all necessary material to successfully complete the included Certificate Exam. Upon successful completion of the Certificate Exam, the learner will receive an official Certificate of Completion from The University of Akron.
Final Certificate Exam is included for free with this full program purchase. Alternatively, the Metal Forming Fundamentals Certificate Exam Only may be purchased individually.
Once purchased, each course and the Certificate Exam will be available for 30 days after its launch.
The Mechanical Power Transmission: Gearbox Fundamentals Certificate of Completion Program is a self-paced program covering concepts associated with gears, bearings, and rotary oil seals – knowledge crucial to understanding gearboxes used in mechanical power transmission.
The courses in this program cover all necessary material to successfully complete the included Certificate Exam. Upon successful completion of the Certificate Exam, the learner will receive an official Certificate of Completion from The University of Akron.
Final Certificate Exam is included for free with this full program purchase. Alternatively, the Mechanical Power Transmission: Gearbox Fundamentals Certificate Exam Only may be purchased individually.
Once purchased, each course and the Certificate Exam will be available for 30 days after its launch.
