Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, Level 4, 4th edition

For courses in industrial maintenance mechanics.

Preparing skilled mechanics, across industries

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic is a four-part training curriculum for aspiring mechanics entering any industry requiring machinery. With 144+ hours of technical instruction per level, the curriculum meets Department of Labor requirements for registered apprenticeship programs. In addition to learning specialized skills for career advancement, trainees can earn a credential per level or the full Industrial Maintenance Mechanic credential for completing the full program.

The 4th Edition of Level 4 combines Levels 4 and 5 of the previous editions, streamlining the final portion of the curriculum. And through updated modules from NCCER’s Millwright and Boilermaking training programs, trainees develop the well-rounded skills that are in high demand across industries.

Key features of this title

Practical approach to learning a craft

• Step-by-step instructions throughout the text guide trainees through tasks, technical procedures and math equations.
• An introductory page before each module lists objectives, trade terms and performance tasks.
• Trade features present technical tips and professional practices based on real on-the-job scenarios.

Engaging pedagogy

• QR codes link to interesting videos and digital assets.
• Review questions test students’ knowledge of the content they’ve just read.
• Profiles of industry leaders offer trainees inspiring first-hand insight.

New and updated features of this title

Cross-discipline content updates

• REVISED: The 4th Edition provides a modernized curriculum, in addition to new content.
• REVISED: Level 4 now combines Levels 4 and 5 of the previous editions of NCCER’s Industrial Maintenance Mechanic curriculum, streamlining the final portion of the training.
• REVISED: The new edition leverages updated NCCER curricula from other disciplines, including modules from Millwright and Boilermaking.
• UPDATED: NCCER Module 32501, Advanced Towers and Vessels, was overhauled to highlight new technology and to narrow in on the work of an industrial maintenance mechanic.

Enhanced pedagogy

• ENHANCED: Improved images appear throughout. Images sit beside text descriptions and procedural steps to help trainees better absorb information.
• UPDATED: Learning objectives have been updated to align with this edition’s modernized curriculum. Objectives list the skills and knowledge needed to successfully complete the module.