The purpose of this chart is to map common continuing education certifications with equivalent courses to assist in awarding course credit for prior learning. All certifications must be current within the last three years to be considered for PLA.
| Continuing Ed Certification | Credit Awarded |
|---|---|
| CNC Machine Operator Level- I | MTT-120 - Machine Tool Print Reading MTT-250 - Principles of CNC |
| CNC Machine Operator Level- II | MTT-251 - CNC Operations |
| Electrical Systems | EEM-117 - AC/DC Circuits |
| Hydraulic/Pneumatic Systems | IMT-131 - Hydraulic/Pneumatic Systems |
| Mechanical Systems | IMT-161 - Mechanical Systems |
| Programmable Logic Controllers System | EEM-251 - Programmable Controllers |
| South Carolina Manufacturing Certification (Must have earned the four MSSC certifications) |
IMT-171 - Manufacturing Skills Standards Council Certification I IMT-172 - Manufacturing Skills Standards Council Certification II IMT-173 - Manufacturing Skills Standards Council Certification III IMT-174 - Manufacturing Skills Standards Council Certification IV |
| NCCER Electrical Level I | EEM-105 – Basic Electricity |
| NCCER Electrical Level II | EEM-151 – Motor Controls I EEM-140 – National Electrical Code |
| NCCER Electrical Level III | EEM-215 – DC/AC Machines EEM-165 – Residential/Commercial Wiring |
| NCCER Electrical Level IV | EEM-166 – Commercial/Industrial Wiring |