Advanced Manufacturing Skills Center

fiberglass Lamination Certificate

8 Weeks | 19.0 Credits | Online

Next Class - Starts June 2

Fiberglass Lamination

About the Certificate

A certificate in Fiberglass Lamination provides advanced understanding of compostive application and procedures as it applies to industries supporting maritime, automotive, sports & leisure, aerospace, and more.

The job duties can vary depending on skill level and experience, but a fiberglass laminator will possess an extensive knowledge of tools, techniques and methodologies. 

Topics Covered

  • Safety and shop cleaning procedures
    • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
    • Hazardous waste handling, clean-up, and disposal
    • Tool and equipment safety
    • Particulates
    • Material Handling Safety
    • Chemical and Fire Safety
    • Workplace Safety, Communications & Professionalism
    • Fiberglass Fundamentals & Concepts
    • Documentation & Instructions
    • Calculations
    • Lamination Process
    • Layup Techniques
    • Curing Process
    • Finishing
    • Material Selection
    • Identifying/Fixing Defects

Prerequisites

  • Students must be over 18 years of age to participate in the lab portion of the course.
  • No pre-testing is required, including the Accuplacer test.

NOTE: Completing the Maritime Core Certificate is not required before registering for the Fiberglass Laminater Certificate. The Maritime Core Certificate is a standalone, but complementary cohort.

Cost

$3,200

Career Paths

Graduates of this program qualify for entry-level positions as a fiberglass laminator or technician. Many of the skills obtained in the Fiberglass Lamination Certificate program can readily transfer to a variety of manufacturing fields including aerospace, space, automotive, leisure/recreation, and military/defense.

Sample of reported job titles:

  • Marine Fiberglass Technician
  • Fiberglass Composite Laminator
  • Fiberglass Technician
  • Composite Technician

fiberglass lamination jobs

Companies that typically hire:

  • Fluid Motion (Ranger Tugs, Cutwater and Solara Boats)
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  • Seattle Yachts
  • Clearwater Spas
  • Inov8v Marine Group Incorporated
  • American Tug
  • Aspen Power Catamarans
  • Fluidra (Pool bulkheads)
  • S3 Maritime LLC
  • Poulsbo RV
  • Pocock Racing Shells

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Roster List

If you have questions or would like to be added to the pre-registration roster list, please call 425.347.8928 or email amsc@edmonds.edu.
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