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		<title>Bearings Mechanic</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Bearings Mechanic performs the following: Disassembles and cleans bearings, seals and chocks Inspects bearings, seals and chocks for...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Bearings Mechanic performs the following:</p>
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<li><span>Disassembles and cleans bearings, seals and chocks</span></li>
<li><span>Inspects bearings, seals and chocks for wear, and damage</span></li>
<li><span>Repairs or replaces bearings, seals and chocks<strong><br />
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<p> <Strong>*IMPORTANT NOTICE*</strong><br />
Please note that this trade has been placed under review for a 3-month period as a result of low activity in the apprenticeship program. To learn more about the review process, please see: <a href="https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/sto-initiates-review-of-18-apprenticeship-programs/">STO initiates review of 18 apprenticeship programs &#8211; Skilled Trades Ontario</a>. </p>
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		<title>Industrial Electrician</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>An Industrial Electrician lays out, inspects, assembles, installs, troubleshoots, repairs and maintains (including programming, calibration and preventive/predictive maintenance) electrical...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An <strong>Industrial Electrician</strong> lays out, inspects, assembles, installs, troubleshoots, repairs and maintains (including programming, calibration and preventive/predictive maintenance) electrical fixtures, apparatus, control equipment and wiring for industrial electrical systems, as well as equipment and systems such as motors, generators, distribution equipment systems, wiring systems, lighting systems, motor drives, stand-by power systems, instrumentation, communication, security, renewable energy and energy storage systems. Specifically, an Industrial Electrician:</p>
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<li><span>plans installations from blueprints, sketches and specifications and installs all electrical and electronic devices</span></li>
<li><span>systematically diagnoses faults in electrical and electronic systems and equipment and repairs or replaces electrical and electronic components as required</span></li>
<li><span>measures, cuts, threads, bends, assembles and installs conduits and other electrical conductor raceways</span></li>
<li><span>splices and terminates electrical conductors</span></li>
<li><span>tests electrical and electronic equipment for proper function</span></li>
</ul>
<p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-33587" src="/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/red-seal-icon.png" alt="Red Seal Badge" width="50" height="50" /> Red Seal trade</p>
<p><strong>The new Electrical Trades’ Curriculum Standard will be phased in over multiple years.</strong></p>
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<li><span>The new 2024 level 1 will be implemented by all TDAs as of September 1, 2024.</span></li>
<li><span>The new 2024 level 2 will be implemented by all TDAs as of September 1, 2025.</span></li>
<li><span>The new 2024 levels 3 &#038; 4 will be implemented by all TDAs as of September 1, 2026. Level 4 does not apply to 309C.</span></li>
<li><span>Existing 2003 Curriculum levels expire on the August 31st date prior to implementation of the new level.</span></li>
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		<title>Process Operator &#8211; Refinery, Chemical and Liquid Processes</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Process Operators process, operate, monitor, adjust and maintain processing systems and equipment by: Performing operator duties, outside operator duties...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Process Operators process, operate, monitor, adjust and maintain processing systems and equipment by:</p>
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<li><span>Performing operator duties, outside operator duties and control room operations</span></li>
<li><span>Operating electronic or computerized control panels</span></li>
<li><span>Controlling process start up and shut down and performing troubleshooting duties</span></li>
<li><span>Monitoring outside process equipment</span></li>
<li><span>Adjusting equipment, valves, pumps and controls, and process equipment</span></li>
<li><span>Completing required maintenance documentation</span></li>
<li><span>Preparing process units or production equipment for maintenance</span></li>
<li><span>Sampling, testing and preparing reports on process operations</span></li>
<li><span>Participating in safety audits and programs, and provides emergency response</span></li>
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		<title>Blacksmith</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Blacksmith: Forges and repairs metal parts used in farm machinery and industrial and domestic equipment Makes striking and...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Blacksmith:</p>
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<li><span>Forges and repairs metal parts used in farm machinery and industrial and domestic equipment</span></li>
<li><span>Makes striking and cutting tools</span></li>
<li><span>Makes, sharpening or hardening drills, chisels and other tools.</span></li>
<li><span>Makes custom work, including ornamental railings, gates, grilles, furniture and horse shoes.</span></li>
<li><span>Forges welding</span></li>
<li><span>Conducts hot riveting</span></li>
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<p> <Strong>*IMPORTANT NOTICE*</strong><br />
Please note that this trade has been placed under review for a 3-month period as a result of low activity in the apprenticeship program. To learn more about the review process, please see: <a href="https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/sto-initiates-review-of-18-apprenticeship-programs/">STO initiates review of 18 apprenticeship programs &#8211; Skilled Trades Ontario</a>. </p>
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		<title>Industrial Mechanic Millwright</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>An Industrial Mechanic Millwright works on industrial machinery, mechanical equipment and components, including mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, fuel, lubrication, cooling...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An <strong>Industrial Mechanic Millwright</strong> works on industrial machinery, mechanical equipment and components, including mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, fuel, lubrication, cooling and exhaust systems, and pumps, fans, tanks, conveyors, presses, generators and pneumatic and hydraulic controls. Specifically, an Industrial Mechanic Millwright:</p>
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<li><span>uses machine tools such as lathes and milling machines and fabrication tools such as welders, breaks, presses, power threaders and punches</span></li>
<li><span>uses precision tools such as laser alignment equipment, dial indicators, micrometers and precision and optical levels</span></li>
<li><span>uses testing equipment such as vibration analysis as well as other techniques used in predictive and preventive maintenance</span></li>
<li><span>installs, maintains and services compressed air, water and exhaust ducting to robotics, pumps, presses, compressors, turbines, material-handling systems, gearboxes and other machinery</span></li>
</ul>
<p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-33587" src="/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/red-seal-icon.png" alt="Red Seal Badge" width="50" height="50" /> Red Seal trade</p>
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		<title>Process Operator &#8211; Wood Products</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Process Operator — Wood Products: Operates, monitors, adjusts and maintain wood processing systems and equipment *IMPORTANT NOTICE* Please...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Process Operator <strong>— </strong>Wood Products:</p>
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<li><span>Operates, monitors, adjusts and maintain wood processing systems and equipment</span></li>
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Please note that this trade has been placed under review for a 3-month period as a result of low activity in the apprenticeship program. To learn more about the review process, please see: <a href="https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/sto-initiates-review-of-18-apprenticeship-programs/">STO initiates review of 18 apprenticeship programs &#8211; Skilled Trades Ontario</a>. </p>
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		<title>Cabinet maker</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Cabinet maker: Builds, repairs, finishes and installs residential and commercial cabinets, wooden furniture and architectural millwork using a...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Cabinet maker:</p>
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<li><span>Builds, repairs, finishes and installs residential and commercial cabinets, wooden furniture and architectural millwork using a variety of woods, laminates and other products</span></li>
<li><span>Reads drawings and specifications, and prepare layouts</span></li>
<li><span>Sets up and operates woodworking equipment, both power and computerized, to machine wood products and composite materials</span></li>
</ul>
<p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-33587" src="/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/red-seal-icon.png" alt="Red Seal Badge" width="50" height="50" /> Red Seal trade</p>
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		<title>Instrumentation and Control Technician</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>An Instrumentation and Control Technician installs, maintains, calibrates, designs and troubleshoots networking systems, process control and environmental protection equipment...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An <strong>Instrumentation and Control Technician</strong> installs, maintains, calibrates, designs and troubleshoots networking systems, process control and environmental protection equipment in a variety of industrial environments. Specifically, an Instrumentation and Control Technician:</p>
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<li><span>installs, maintains and configures control and process systems</span></li>
<li><span>calibrates, commissions, configures, installs and troubleshoots all pneumatic, electronic, electrical, mechanical and analytical instrumentation devices</span></li>
<li><span>calibrates and repairs analytical instrumentation that monitors or controls flow, level, temperature, pressure, acidity, conductivity and humidity</span></li>
<li><span>services all process control communication networks</span></li>
<li><span>sevices environmental and other analytical instruments</span></li>
</ul>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-33587" src="/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/red-seal-icon.png" alt="Red Seal Badge" width="50" height="50" /> Red Seal trade</p>
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		<title>Railway Car Technician</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Railway Car Technician: Inspects, repairs, replaces and reconditions mechanical or structural components and systems of freight cars and...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Railway Car Technician:</p>
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<li><span>Inspects, repairs, replaces and reconditions mechanical or structural components and systems of freight cars and passenger coaches</span></li>
<li><span>organizes work</span></li>
<li><span>performs material handling procedures</span></li>
<li><span>services rail trucks</span></li>
<li><span>services underframes</span></li>
<li><span>services brakes</span></li>
<li><span>services car safety appliances</span></li>
<li><span>services car bodies</span></li>
<li><span>services coaches</span></li>
<li><span>performs safety and maintenance inspections</span></li>
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		<title>Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programmer</title>
		<link>https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/computer-numerical-control-cnc-programmer/</link>
		
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A CNC Programmer develops programming for Computerized Numerical and Direct Numerical controlled machines by: Demonstrating safe work practices and...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A CNC Programmer develops programming for Computerized Numerical and Direct Numerical controlled machines by:</p>
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<li><span>Demonstrating safe work practices and techniques</span></li>
<li><span>Defining areas of workpiece to be machined</span></li>
<li><span>Determining CNC programming operations</span></li>
<li><span>Planning the metal removal process</span></li>
<li><span>Developing tool paths</span></li>
<li><span>Post-processing tool path information</span></li>
<li><span>Generating CNC job documentation</span></li>
<li><span>Implementing CNC machining processes</span></li>
<li><span>Optimizing programs</span></li>
<li><span>Archiving/maintaining files</span></li>
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Please note that this trade has been placed under review for a 3-month period as a result of low activity in the apprenticeship program. To learn more about the review process, please see: <a href="https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/sto-initiates-review-of-18-apprenticeship-programs/">STO initiates review of 18 apprenticeship programs &#8211; Skilled Trades Ontario</a>. </p>
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