Complete listing of companies with Certified Composites Technicians on staff. (pdf)
The past, present and future of composites in the wind energy market is strong. ACMA is offering the CCT-WBR certification curriculum to help serve the growing demand for composites training in the wind energy sector for servicing and repairing wind turbines. As a CCT-WBR, you can use your training to repair wind turbine blades or even apply your knowledge to other exciting industries—automotive, aviation, marine, sports and recreation, research and development, aerospace and more!
Program Overview - Wind Blade Repair
Basic Composites
General Composites Knowledge
Composites Overview
The Composites Industry
What are Composites?
Why Composites are Different
The Advantages of Composites
History of the Composites Industry
Composites Manufacturing Processes
Overview
Open Molding
Closed Molding
Cast Polymer Molding
Composites Materials
The Polymer Matrix
Thermoset Resins
Overview of Polyester Resins
Initiators, Promoters, and Inhibitors
Resin Additives
Gel Coat
Reinforcement Materials
Core Materials
Quality Control and Troubleshooting
The Approach to Quality
Quality Assurance System vs. Quality Control Program
Quality Terminology
Management Roles in Quality
Building a Quality System
Procedural Quality Control
Composites Plant Safety
Introduction to Shop Safety
Chemical Safety
Fire Prevention and Safety
Fluid Handling Equipment Safety
Electrical Safety
Power Tool Safety
Compressed Air Safety
Lock-Out/Tag-Out Procedures
Lift Truck Safety
General Personal Safety
Housekeeping and Safety
Confined Space Entry
Emergency Response Plan (ERP)
Respiratory Protection Program
Wind Blade Repair
Composites in Wind Energy
Definition of Composites
Why Composites Are Used
Where Composites Are Used
Composite Materials in Wind Energy
Overview
Polymers
Reinforcements
Cores
Adhesives
Surface Coatings
Fillers
Composite Fabrication in Wind Energy
Overview
Fabrication Processes for Wind Energy Applications
