Industrial Maintenance Technology

This course provides a study of atomic theory, direct current (DC), properties of conductors and insulators, and direct current characteristics of series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits. Inductors and capacitors are introduced, and their effects on DC circuits are examined. Students are prepared to analyze complex DC circuits, solve for unknown circuit variables, and use basic electronic test equipment. This course also provides hands-on laboratory exercises to analyze, construct, test, and troubleshoot direct current circuits. Emphasis is placed on the use of the scientific calculator and the operation of common test equipment used to analyze and troubleshoot DC and to prove the theories taught during classroom instruction. This is a CORE course.

This course provides a study of the theory of alternating current (AC). Students are prepared to analyze complex AC circuit configurations with resistors, capacitors, and inductors in series and parallel combinations. Upon completion, students should be able to describe AC circuits and explain the specific AC theory functions such as RLC, impedance, phase relationships, and power factor. This course also provides hands-on laboratory exercises to analyze alternating current using a variety of circuit configurations with resistors, capacitors, and inductors in series and parallel combinations. Emphasis is placed on operating standard test equipment used to analyze and troubleshoot AC circuits to prove the theories taught. This is a CORE course.

This course is a study of the construction, operating characteristics, and installation of different motor control circuits and devices. Emphasis is placed on the control of three-phase AC motors. This course covers the use of motor control symbols, magnetic motor starters, running overload protection, push button stations, multiple control stations, two-wire control, three-wire control, jogging control, sequence control, and ladder diagrams of motor control circuits. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of motor starters and overload protection, interpret ladder diagrams using pushbutton stations, and understand complex motor control diagrams.

This course provides instruction in basic physics concepts applicable to the mechanics of industrial production equipment. Topics include the basic application of mechanical principles with emphasis on power transmission, specific mechanical components, alignment, and tension. Upon completion, students will be able to perform basic troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance functions on industrial production equipment. This is a CORE course.

This course provides instruction in the fundamentals of acetylene cutting and welding needed for the maintenance and repair of industrial production equipment. Topics include oxy-fuel safety, choice of cutting equipment, proper cutting angles, equipment setup, cutting plate and pipe, hand tools, types of metal welding machines, rod and welding joints, and common welding passes and beads. Upon course completion, students will demonstrate the ability to perform metal welding and cutting techniques necessary for repairing and maintaining industrial equipment. This is a CORE course.

This course provides an introduction to programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Emphasis is placed on, but is not limited to, PLC hardware and software, numbering systems, installation, and programming. Upon completion, students must demonstrate their ability by developing, loading, debugging, and optimizing PLC programs.

This course provides instruction in concepts and theories for operating robotic servo motors and power systems used with industrial robotic equipment. Emphasis is on using the computer to control power systems to perform work. Student competencies include an understanding of the functions of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical power system components, the ability to read and interpret circuitry for proper troubleshooting, and the ability to perform preventative maintenance.

This course covers the advanced principles of PLCs, including hardware, programming, and troubleshooting. Emphasis is placed on developing advanced working programs and troubleshooting hardware and software communication problems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate their ability to develop programs and troubleshoot the system.

This course provides a comprehensive study of the theory and application of specific models of programmable logic controllers. Topics include hardware configuration, memory and addressing detail functions of software, instruction types, system troubleshooting, and simple programming techniques.

This course involves the student working part-time in a job directly related to welding. The employer evaluates the student’s productivity, and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experience. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting. Students must meet all industry-specific requirements to participate in cooperative training.