IMPORTANT NEWS!
Students must complete the program enrollment requirements before enrolling.
Entrance Exam for Fall 2026 is OPEN for all tracks, including Sheet Metal Fabrication!
Click HERE to schedule your employee's exam. More information and FAQs about the entrance exam HERE.
Students must complete the program enrollment requirements before enrolling.
Entrance Exam for Fall 2026 is OPEN for all tracks, including Sheet Metal Fabrication!
Click HERE to schedule your employee's exam. More information and FAQs about the entrance exam HERE.
General Program Information
TMA’s 3-year Related Theory Apprentice Program totals 504 hours of classroom instruction, 168 hours per year. TMA currently offers four tracks: Tool and Die, Mold Making, CNC programming, and Sheet Metal Fabrication. The TMA Related Theory Apprentice Training Program has been assisting member companies in training their apprentices for over 75 years. It is one of the largest, most recognized precision metalworking apprenticeship programs in the United States. It is designed so students can work during the day and attend classes in the evening from 6 pm to 9 pm. All our instructors have at least 10 years of industry experience; they also work during the day and teach for us in the evenings.
TMA is approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education as a Private Business and Vocational School and serves as an approved Related Technical Instruction (RTI) provider for U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship programs. Our programs are built in alignment with industry standards and designed in collaboration with subject matter experts to ensure practical, job-ready outcomes.
TMA’s 3-year Related Theory Apprentice Program totals 504 hours of classroom instruction, 168 hours per year. TMA currently offers four tracks: Tool and Die, Mold Making, CNC programming, and Sheet Metal Fabrication. The TMA Related Theory Apprentice Training Program has been assisting member companies in training their apprentices for over 75 years. It is one of the largest, most recognized precision metalworking apprenticeship programs in the United States. It is designed so students can work during the day and attend classes in the evening from 6 pm to 9 pm. All our instructors have at least 10 years of industry experience; they also work during the day and teach for us in the evenings.
TMA is approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education as a Private Business and Vocational School and serves as an approved Related Technical Instruction (RTI) provider for U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship programs. Our programs are built in alignment with industry standards and designed in collaboration with subject matter experts to ensure practical, job-ready outcomes.
Program Specializations and Options
TMA offers four specializations/tracks for the Related Theory Apprentice Training program:
All four specializations are eligible for DOL registration as TMA is a Related Technical Instruction (RTI) provider for U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship programs. TMA is also an intermediary for the DOL and can provide DOL-registration, maintenance and management services for members who would like to offer their employees the ability to obtain a DOL Journeyman certificate at the end of their education with TMA. Please contact TMA's Training & Education Department for more information at [email protected] or choose the DOL Maintenance and Management option when registering your employee for the program.
Program Entrance Requirements
Schedule
Classes run from September to April, with breaks during Thanksgiving and from mid-December to early January. Class-specific schedules are shared during registration.
TMA offers four specializations/tracks for the Related Theory Apprentice Training program:
- Tool & Die Making
- Mold Making
- CNC Programming
- Sheet Metal Fabrication
All four specializations are eligible for DOL registration as TMA is a Related Technical Instruction (RTI) provider for U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship programs. TMA is also an intermediary for the DOL and can provide DOL-registration, maintenance and management services for members who would like to offer their employees the ability to obtain a DOL Journeyman certificate at the end of their education with TMA. Please contact TMA's Training & Education Department for more information at [email protected] or choose the DOL Maintenance and Management option when registering your employee for the program.
Program Entrance Requirements
- Successful completion of the TMA Entrance Exam. Click HERE for more information.
- Proof of a high school diploma, GED, or higher is required.
- Laptop that meets the minimum requirements, outlined by TMA, and is available for class. See HERE.
- Access to the internet for the school year, to complete an assignment, take a quiz, and/or attend class online LIVE.
- Minimum of 6 months of experience in the manufacturing industry.
Schedule
Classes run from September to April, with breaks during Thanksgiving and from mid-December to early January. Class-specific schedules are shared during registration.
Enrollment Process & Entrance Exam Information
Step 1: Confirm Eligibility
Step 1: Confirm EligibilityBefore moving forward, ensure your employee meets the minimum requirements:
- High school diploma or GED (or higher)
- At least 6 months of manufacturing experience by the start of classes (September)
If these requirements are not met, the candidate is not eligible to enter the program. If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to [email protected].
- High school diploma or GED (or higher)
- At least 6 months of manufacturing experience by the start of classes (September)
If these requirements are not met, the candidate is not eligible to enter the program. If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to [email protected].
Step 2: Complete Entrance Exam (Testing begins in January for Fall start)
Eligible candidates must pass the TMA Entrance Exam. Results are provided to the employer the same day via email to the address provided in the exam booking. If a candidate does not pass, TMA will provide next steps or alternative options.
Step 3: Registration and Payments
TMA will provide registration links via email to the employer directly for the student/employee to officially enroll in the program.
- Tuition for both semesters is billed prior to the start of the school year (September)
- Payment must be made in full no later than 90 days before the start of class
- Tuition is non-refundable if an apprentice withdraws or is removed from the program
Step 4: Student Orientation
All students are required to attend a TMA orientation either in person or online. Be sure to check your email and this site for dates and information.
Students will receive books and materials either during orientation or on the first day of class.
TMA will provide class details, schedules, and logistics in advance via email.
Students will receive books and materials either during orientation or on the first day of class.
TMA will provide class details, schedules, and logistics in advance via email.
Step 5: Program Start
Courses begin the Wednesday after Labor Day for Monday/Wednesday students or the Thursday after Labor Day for Tuesday/Thursday students. Be sure to check your email for information. Emails are sent to the addresses used during registration.
All students are required to have on their first day of class:
All students are required to have on their first day of class:
- Laptop that meets the minimum requirements, outlined by TMA, and is available for class. See HERE.
- Access to the internet for the school year, to complete an assignment, take a quiz, and/or attend class online LIVE.
- Minimum of 6 months of experience in the manufacturing industry.
Course Information
Year 1
The first-year course, which is the foundation of the Apprentice Program, covers applied math (shop math), blueprint reading, and the basics of machine tool technology and includes hands-on training. TMA requires all Year 1 students to declare which track they will continue onto for Years 2 and 3.
Course 101/Industrial Math II | 42 hours: 14 weekly sessions
CONTENT: The primary objective of this course is to present mathematical concepts and practical application of concepts that are generally required by skilled employees in the machine trades. Course content includes application of mathematical operations of fractions, decimals, whole numbers and mixed numbers. Ratio and proportion, linear measurement, and fundamentals of algebra are also covered in relation to their use in industry. Numerous problem-solving sessions are formatted to industry settings and oriented toward trigonometric readiness.
Course 102/Industrial Print Reading/GD&T | 33 hours: 11 weekly sessions
CONTENT: An entry-level course in print reading for the beginning apprentice. A study of print reading including orthographic theory, line convention, pictorial representation, types of drawings, sections, auxiliaries, line convention, and introduction to GD&T.
Course 103/Industrial Math III | 42 hours: 14 weekly sessions
CONTENT: A continuation of industrial mathematics with emphasis on right-angle trigonometry, solid geometry, oblique triangles, and applied math for inspection, setup, and practical problem-solving.
Course 104/Machine Tool Theory & Machine Shop Lab | 33 hours : 11 weekly sessions
CONTENT: An entry-level course in the study, use, and applications of machining equipment relative to precision machining, including Introduction to CNC. This course includes the study of basic safety, materials, process planning, process control, layout, measurement, carbide tooling, heat treatment, metal composition and classification, preventative maintenance, and math applications related to machining and metal cutting mechanics.
Course 105/Intro to CAD | 18 hours : 6 weekly sessions
CONTENT: This course will focus on learning the CAD User Interface, Sketching, and an introduction to Modeling. In addition to creating Sketches, they will learn Smart Dimensioning, Trimming, Filleting, and Extruding. The course will also cover File Management. The software used in this class will be SolidWorks.
Year 2
Students will continue onto one of the following three tracks during Year 2
Course 201/Basic Tool & Die | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: This second year course is for the apprentice tool and die maker. It continues the study of blueprint reading and shop math, as well as process planning, process control, heat treatment, and identification of steels. Students will learn tool and die making basics including shop safety, types of dies, principles of blanking/piercing dies, bending, screw and dowel holes, die life, die-block construction, and stock material utilization and strip layouts. Additional content includes die components (punches, pilots, strippers and stock guides, shedders and knockouts, nest gages, pushers, die stops and die sets) and basic die making applications.
Course 202/Basic Mold Making | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: This second year course is for the apprentice mold maker. It continues the study of blueprint reading and shop math, as well as the basics of mold making, project planning, types of molds, mold components, and basic design. Students will learn about mold making processes including heat treating, polishing, welding, hole popping, laser engraving and programming, heating and cooling, gates and runners, and thermoforming. Additional content includes methods of mold machining.
Course 203/Basic CNC Programming | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: This second year course is for the apprentice CNC programmer. It continues the study of blueprint reading and shop math, as well as process planning, statistical process control, heat treatment, and metallurgy. Students will learn CNC machining basics including shop safety, lathe/mill setup and operation, workholding, tool assembly, and how to set work and tool offsets. Additional content includes lathe and mill operations, surface grinding operations, machinability of materials, an introduction to continuous improvement and 5S, and more.
Course 204/Basic Sheet Metal Fabrication | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: This second year course focuses on developing core sheet metal fabrication skills, with an emphasis on applying print reading and foundational knowledge in a hands-on environment. Students learn layout and flat pattern development, material properties and metallurgy, cutting processes, and press brake forming operations. Additional topics include equipment operation, mechanical assembly, and basic inspection methods, preparing students to independently fabricate and assemble parts while understanding how materials and processes impact final outcomes.
Year 3
Students will build on their skills learned from Year 2 during Year 3.
Course 301/Advanced Tool & Die | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: This class is for students entering the third year of their tool and die apprenticeship training. It is a continuation of Basic Tool & Die, and takes a more comprehensive look at different types of dies and how they are constructed. More complex compound and progressive dies are thoroughly examined, focusing on their components, use, and construction.
Course 302/Advanced Mold Making | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: This class is for students entering the third year of their mold making apprenticeship training. It is a continuation of Basic Mold Making, and will examine more complex concepts related to mold design and construction.
Course 303/ Advanced CNC Programming | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: This class is for students entering the third year of their CNC programming apprenticeship training. It is a continuation of Basic CNC Programming, and covers more complex methods of CNC programming and machining.
Course 304/ Advanced Sheet Metal Fabrication | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: Year 3 builds on fabrication fundamentals by advancing students into more complex forming, layout, and prototype-level work. Students develop skills in advanced geometry and flat pattern development, multi-step forming and tooling, and fabrication workflow from design through production. The program also includes welding processes such as MIG, TIG, arc, and laser, along with assembly, inspection, and troubleshooting techniques. By the end of the year, students are capable of producing and refining complete parts and assemblies while solving real-world fabrication challenges.
Year 1
The first-year course, which is the foundation of the Apprentice Program, covers applied math (shop math), blueprint reading, and the basics of machine tool technology and includes hands-on training. TMA requires all Year 1 students to declare which track they will continue onto for Years 2 and 3.
Course 101/Industrial Math II | 42 hours: 14 weekly sessions
CONTENT: The primary objective of this course is to present mathematical concepts and practical application of concepts that are generally required by skilled employees in the machine trades. Course content includes application of mathematical operations of fractions, decimals, whole numbers and mixed numbers. Ratio and proportion, linear measurement, and fundamentals of algebra are also covered in relation to their use in industry. Numerous problem-solving sessions are formatted to industry settings and oriented toward trigonometric readiness.
Course 102/Industrial Print Reading/GD&T | 33 hours: 11 weekly sessions
CONTENT: An entry-level course in print reading for the beginning apprentice. A study of print reading including orthographic theory, line convention, pictorial representation, types of drawings, sections, auxiliaries, line convention, and introduction to GD&T.
Course 103/Industrial Math III | 42 hours: 14 weekly sessions
CONTENT: A continuation of industrial mathematics with emphasis on right-angle trigonometry, solid geometry, oblique triangles, and applied math for inspection, setup, and practical problem-solving.
Course 104/Machine Tool Theory & Machine Shop Lab | 33 hours : 11 weekly sessions
CONTENT: An entry-level course in the study, use, and applications of machining equipment relative to precision machining, including Introduction to CNC. This course includes the study of basic safety, materials, process planning, process control, layout, measurement, carbide tooling, heat treatment, metal composition and classification, preventative maintenance, and math applications related to machining and metal cutting mechanics.
Course 105/Intro to CAD | 18 hours : 6 weekly sessions
CONTENT: This course will focus on learning the CAD User Interface, Sketching, and an introduction to Modeling. In addition to creating Sketches, they will learn Smart Dimensioning, Trimming, Filleting, and Extruding. The course will also cover File Management. The software used in this class will be SolidWorks.
Year 2
Students will continue onto one of the following three tracks during Year 2
Course 201/Basic Tool & Die | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: This second year course is for the apprentice tool and die maker. It continues the study of blueprint reading and shop math, as well as process planning, process control, heat treatment, and identification of steels. Students will learn tool and die making basics including shop safety, types of dies, principles of blanking/piercing dies, bending, screw and dowel holes, die life, die-block construction, and stock material utilization and strip layouts. Additional content includes die components (punches, pilots, strippers and stock guides, shedders and knockouts, nest gages, pushers, die stops and die sets) and basic die making applications.
Course 202/Basic Mold Making | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: This second year course is for the apprentice mold maker. It continues the study of blueprint reading and shop math, as well as the basics of mold making, project planning, types of molds, mold components, and basic design. Students will learn about mold making processes including heat treating, polishing, welding, hole popping, laser engraving and programming, heating and cooling, gates and runners, and thermoforming. Additional content includes methods of mold machining.
Course 203/Basic CNC Programming | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: This second year course is for the apprentice CNC programmer. It continues the study of blueprint reading and shop math, as well as process planning, statistical process control, heat treatment, and metallurgy. Students will learn CNC machining basics including shop safety, lathe/mill setup and operation, workholding, tool assembly, and how to set work and tool offsets. Additional content includes lathe and mill operations, surface grinding operations, machinability of materials, an introduction to continuous improvement and 5S, and more.
Course 204/Basic Sheet Metal Fabrication | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: This second year course focuses on developing core sheet metal fabrication skills, with an emphasis on applying print reading and foundational knowledge in a hands-on environment. Students learn layout and flat pattern development, material properties and metallurgy, cutting processes, and press brake forming operations. Additional topics include equipment operation, mechanical assembly, and basic inspection methods, preparing students to independently fabricate and assemble parts while understanding how materials and processes impact final outcomes.
Year 3
Students will build on their skills learned from Year 2 during Year 3.
Course 301/Advanced Tool & Die | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: This class is for students entering the third year of their tool and die apprenticeship training. It is a continuation of Basic Tool & Die, and takes a more comprehensive look at different types of dies and how they are constructed. More complex compound and progressive dies are thoroughly examined, focusing on their components, use, and construction.
Course 302/Advanced Mold Making | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: This class is for students entering the third year of their mold making apprenticeship training. It is a continuation of Basic Mold Making, and will examine more complex concepts related to mold design and construction.
Course 303/ Advanced CNC Programming | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: This class is for students entering the third year of their CNC programming apprenticeship training. It is a continuation of Basic CNC Programming, and covers more complex methods of CNC programming and machining.
Course 304/ Advanced Sheet Metal Fabrication | 168 hours: 56 sessions
CONTENT: Year 3 builds on fabrication fundamentals by advancing students into more complex forming, layout, and prototype-level work. Students develop skills in advanced geometry and flat pattern development, multi-step forming and tooling, and fabrication workflow from design through production. The program also includes welding processes such as MIG, TIG, arc, and laser, along with assembly, inspection, and troubleshooting techniques. By the end of the year, students are capable of producing and refining complete parts and assemblies while solving real-world fabrication challenges.
Program and Training Department Policies
Program Policies
Enrollment Policy
Individuals who successfully pass TMA’s Entrance Exam have two weeks after registration opens to enroll, in order to secure their spot in the program. Failure to enroll within the two weeks may jeopardize their spot. At the time of registration, students must declare the apprentice track/specialization they intend to continue in Year 2 of the program. Any student who needs to change tracks after already declaring one may risk not having a seat available for Year 2.
Transfer and Test Out Policies
Transfer of Credit
TMA may accept coursework completed at other institutions toward the Related Theory Apprentice Training (RTAT) program. All transfer credit requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and are subject to TMA approval. Unless a formal articulation or partnership agreement exists between TMA and the institution, transfer credit is not guaranteed. A $50 transcript evaluation fee applies to all transfer credit requests. Official transcripts and supporting documentation may be required for review.
Year 1 Test-Out Option
In select cases, students may be eligible to test out of Year 1 of the RTAT program. Approval for this option is at TMA's sole discretion. Employers who believe their employee may qualify for this option should contact [email protected] to initiate the review process.
To qualify, the student must:
- Achieve a score of 70% or higher on the RTAT Entrance Exam
AND
-Achieve a score of 70% or higher on the Year 1 Test-Out Exam
Attendance Policy
Students are allowed a maximum of two absences per semester. When a TMA member student reaches the maximum number of absences in a semester, instructors are required to alert TMA so that the student’s employer can be notified. Students who reach this maximum number cannot have any further absences or risk being disenrolled from the program. Excused absences require documentation such as a doctor's note, etc. Attendance requirements are reflective of DOL Apprenticeship standards.
Tardiness
Students who miss the first 15 minutes of class will be marked tardy or late. This will be tracked against student’s attendance. Three marked tardies or late days equals one absence, which is counted against the allowed maximum of two absences per semester. If instructor's class tardy policy is more stringent than TMA's policy, the instructor's policy will be followed for the class.
Employment Policy
Apprentice Training students must be employed by a TMA member company for a minimum of 6 months to attend classes and must remain employed by a member company throughout the program. Any student who is separated from employment by their sponsoring employer must secure employment with another TMA member company before he/she will be allowed to resume classes.
Emergency Closings
TMA classes may be closed in the event of inclement weather. If classes should be canceled, TMA will announce to instructors directly that the TMA building is closed for in-person classes. TMA Instructors will notify their students if class will either be held remotely online instead of in-person, if applicable, or canceled and made up at another time. Never assume school is closed. Students may also verify class status by logging in to Canvas to see if any announcements have been posted about the class.
Student and Company Evaluation of Instruction
At the end of each school year, students and their companies are asked to complete an evaluation. This questionnaire is a tool through which students and employers can communicate information useful for improving instructional quality.
Textbooks and Supplies
Textbooks will be ordered and distributed by TMA. Textbooks are included in the cost of tuition. All students in the Apprentice Training program will be required to have a copy of the current Machinery’s Handbook and the TI-30Xa calculator provided in the first year of the program. Access to the internet for the school year is also required, whether it’s to complete an assignment, take a quiz, and/or attend class online LIVE. A laptop is not included with tuition and is required for all students. Laptops must meet the minimum requirements, as outlined by TMA.
Transcripts
Upon the apprentice's written request, transcripts can be made available for $10. Once your request is received, allow up to 3 weeks for your copy to arrive. Email [email protected] for more information.
Food, Drug, and Alcohol Policy
While on TMA property, students must adhere to all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the possession and/or public consumption of alcohol or cannabis and the possession and/or use of illegal substances.
Students are permitted to bring food into the building and consume it before class begins. No food is permitted inside the classroom. Students may utilize the TMA Kitchen area.
Grading Policy
Grades will be based on assignments, quizzes/tests, attendance, participation, and final exams. A score of 70% or higher is required to pass each semester of each class. Mid-semester progress reports and final grades are sent to the employer contact.
Grading Scale
100 - 90 A
89 - 80 B
79 - 70 C
69 and below: Failing
Course Grading Weights
5% Attendance
15% Class Participation
25% Homework / Assignments (in-class or at home)
25% Quizzes/Tests
30% Final
Late Work Policy
Staying on top of your class work is essential to your success. If you turn in work after the due date, your assignment’s final grade will be deducted by 10% for each day late. No work will be accepted 10 days after the deadline, resulting in a 0% grade. For example, one day late results in a 10% deduction, two days late results in 20% deduction, etc. If the instructor's class policy is more stringent than TMA's policy, the instructor's policy will be followed for the class.
Academic Integrity Policy
Students must complete their graded work independently to satisfactorily complete this course. It is welcome and encouraged that they ask for help from journeypersons, coworkers, or peers to better understand course concepts. However, cheating, forgery, or any form of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. TMA defines academic dishonesty as turning in someone else’s work and claiming it as your own. Those found to be engaged in academic dishonesty will receive a “0” on their assignment, and their member company will be contacted. TMA has the right to remove any student from the course if the student is found to be engaged in academic dishonesty.
Individuals who successfully pass TMA’s Entrance Exam have two weeks after registration opens to enroll, in order to secure their spot in the program. Failure to enroll within the two weeks may jeopardize their spot. At the time of registration, students must declare the apprentice track/specialization they intend to continue in Year 2 of the program. Any student who needs to change tracks after already declaring one may risk not having a seat available for Year 2.
Transfer and Test Out Policies
Transfer of Credit
TMA may accept coursework completed at other institutions toward the Related Theory Apprentice Training (RTAT) program. All transfer credit requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and are subject to TMA approval. Unless a formal articulation or partnership agreement exists between TMA and the institution, transfer credit is not guaranteed. A $50 transcript evaluation fee applies to all transfer credit requests. Official transcripts and supporting documentation may be required for review.
Year 1 Test-Out Option
In select cases, students may be eligible to test out of Year 1 of the RTAT program. Approval for this option is at TMA's sole discretion. Employers who believe their employee may qualify for this option should contact [email protected] to initiate the review process.
To qualify, the student must:
- Achieve a score of 70% or higher on the RTAT Entrance Exam
AND
-Achieve a score of 70% or higher on the Year 1 Test-Out Exam
Attendance Policy
Students are allowed a maximum of two absences per semester. When a TMA member student reaches the maximum number of absences in a semester, instructors are required to alert TMA so that the student’s employer can be notified. Students who reach this maximum number cannot have any further absences or risk being disenrolled from the program. Excused absences require documentation such as a doctor's note, etc. Attendance requirements are reflective of DOL Apprenticeship standards.
Tardiness
Students who miss the first 15 minutes of class will be marked tardy or late. This will be tracked against student’s attendance. Three marked tardies or late days equals one absence, which is counted against the allowed maximum of two absences per semester. If instructor's class tardy policy is more stringent than TMA's policy, the instructor's policy will be followed for the class.
Employment Policy
Apprentice Training students must be employed by a TMA member company for a minimum of 6 months to attend classes and must remain employed by a member company throughout the program. Any student who is separated from employment by their sponsoring employer must secure employment with another TMA member company before he/she will be allowed to resume classes.
Emergency Closings
TMA classes may be closed in the event of inclement weather. If classes should be canceled, TMA will announce to instructors directly that the TMA building is closed for in-person classes. TMA Instructors will notify their students if class will either be held remotely online instead of in-person, if applicable, or canceled and made up at another time. Never assume school is closed. Students may also verify class status by logging in to Canvas to see if any announcements have been posted about the class.
Student and Company Evaluation of Instruction
At the end of each school year, students and their companies are asked to complete an evaluation. This questionnaire is a tool through which students and employers can communicate information useful for improving instructional quality.
Textbooks and Supplies
Textbooks will be ordered and distributed by TMA. Textbooks are included in the cost of tuition. All students in the Apprentice Training program will be required to have a copy of the current Machinery’s Handbook and the TI-30Xa calculator provided in the first year of the program. Access to the internet for the school year is also required, whether it’s to complete an assignment, take a quiz, and/or attend class online LIVE. A laptop is not included with tuition and is required for all students. Laptops must meet the minimum requirements, as outlined by TMA.
Transcripts
Upon the apprentice's written request, transcripts can be made available for $10. Once your request is received, allow up to 3 weeks for your copy to arrive. Email [email protected] for more information.
Food, Drug, and Alcohol Policy
While on TMA property, students must adhere to all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the possession and/or public consumption of alcohol or cannabis and the possession and/or use of illegal substances.
Students are permitted to bring food into the building and consume it before class begins. No food is permitted inside the classroom. Students may utilize the TMA Kitchen area.
Grading Policy
Grades will be based on assignments, quizzes/tests, attendance, participation, and final exams. A score of 70% or higher is required to pass each semester of each class. Mid-semester progress reports and final grades are sent to the employer contact.
Grading Scale
100 - 90 A
89 - 80 B
79 - 70 C
69 and below: Failing
Course Grading Weights
5% Attendance
15% Class Participation
25% Homework / Assignments (in-class or at home)
25% Quizzes/Tests
30% Final
Late Work Policy
Staying on top of your class work is essential to your success. If you turn in work after the due date, your assignment’s final grade will be deducted by 10% for each day late. No work will be accepted 10 days after the deadline, resulting in a 0% grade. For example, one day late results in a 10% deduction, two days late results in 20% deduction, etc. If the instructor's class policy is more stringent than TMA's policy, the instructor's policy will be followed for the class.
Academic Integrity Policy
Students must complete their graded work independently to satisfactorily complete this course. It is welcome and encouraged that they ask for help from journeypersons, coworkers, or peers to better understand course concepts. However, cheating, forgery, or any form of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. TMA defines academic dishonesty as turning in someone else’s work and claiming it as your own. Those found to be engaged in academic dishonesty will receive a “0” on their assignment, and their member company will be contacted. TMA has the right to remove any student from the course if the student is found to be engaged in academic dishonesty.
Department Policies
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENT POLICY
Active TMA membership is required in order to enroll employees in training programs, courses, or exams. Membership must be in good standing, which means that dues are either paid in full or not yet past the renewal due date. Membership renewals that remain unpaid after the stated due date will place the company’s membership out of good standing, and employees will not be permitted to register or attend training programs, courses, or exams until the account is current.
LATE REGISTRATION POLICY
All registrations made five business days before the start of class will be assessed a $75 late registration fee.
PAYMENT & LATE FEE POLICY
Invoices for training programs, courses, and exams must be paid in full by the due date on the invoice, or before the first day of the course or scheduled exam, whichever comes first. If payment is not received by the applicable deadline, students will be denied access, and a late fee of $50 or 5% of the outstanding balance (whichever is greater) will be applied.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
A $100 cancellation fee will be applied to any cancellations made by the member company or registrant. Cancellations must be submitted in writing by email to [email protected] no later than noon, ten(10) business days before the scheduled start of the class or workshop. Cancellations received after this deadline, or failure to attend without prior cancellation, will result in the full course fee being charged. No refunds will be issued after the deadline.
Active TMA membership is required in order to enroll employees in training programs, courses, or exams. Membership must be in good standing, which means that dues are either paid in full or not yet past the renewal due date. Membership renewals that remain unpaid after the stated due date will place the company’s membership out of good standing, and employees will not be permitted to register or attend training programs, courses, or exams until the account is current.
LATE REGISTRATION POLICY
All registrations made five business days before the start of class will be assessed a $75 late registration fee.
PAYMENT & LATE FEE POLICY
Invoices for training programs, courses, and exams must be paid in full by the due date on the invoice, or before the first day of the course or scheduled exam, whichever comes first. If payment is not received by the applicable deadline, students will be denied access, and a late fee of $50 or 5% of the outstanding balance (whichever is greater) will be applied.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
A $100 cancellation fee will be applied to any cancellations made by the member company or registrant. Cancellations must be submitted in writing by email to [email protected] no later than noon, ten(10) business days before the scheduled start of the class or workshop. Cancellations received after this deadline, or failure to attend without prior cancellation, will result in the full course fee being charged. No refunds will be issued after the deadline.
