James Lizotte, Chair

Special Certificate and Degree Requirements

The related studies requirements are included in the following courses of study. Refer to the Academic Policies and Procedures section of this catalog for the specific requirements.

Course Fees, Tools, and Supplies

All programs in the Industrial Technology Department include courses with course fees and special tools and supplies requirements. To obtain a complete listing of these additional items and costs, call the College of Technology Admissions Office at 243-7882.

Building Maintenance-Certificate

Students in the Building Maintenance program are trained as building maintenance personnel who take care of commercial buildings, including plumbing, painting, electrical work, carpentry, heating and air conditioning, troubleshooting, welding, and more. While in school, they study the physical and electrical theory that allows understanding of building systems. In addition, they study preventive maintenance, building cleaning, roofing and flooring repair, lawn care and pruning techniques, and swimming pool and boiler system water treatment. Instruction occurs at the West campus, 3639 South Avenue West.

Students are awarded a Certificate of Completion upon successfully completing the program.

The Building Maintenance program satisfies the requirements for the first year of the Building Maintenance Engineering program.

*Autumn Entry:

A S

BME 120T-121T Electricity I, II 3 3

BME 124T-125T Construction Basics I, II 4 3

BME 126T Ancillary Services 4 -

BME 129T Heating and Air Conditioning I - 4

MAT 110T Industrial Math 3 -

MPR 115T Related Metals Processes 3 -

PSY 105T Work Attitudes - 1

SCN 117T Physical Science - 4

WEL 111T Welding - 2

Total 17 17

*Spring entry allowed with program director's consent.

Building Maintenance Engineering- A.A.S. Degree

Students in the Building Maintenance Engineering program train to be building maintenance personnel who take care of commercial buildings, including plumbing, painting, electrical work, carpentry, heating and air conditioning, troubleshooting, welding and more. While in school, they study the physical and electrical theory that allows understanding of building systems. In addition, they study preventive maintenance, building cleaning, roofing and flooring repair, interior wall repair, lawn care and pruning techniques, and swimming pool and boiler system water treatment. Students learn how a building is constructed and how to maintain control systems. Heating and air conditioning systems are studied in-depth. They learn the rules and regulations of building codes and specifications and how to read blueprints. They gain related skills needed on the job such as familiarity with data processing and the use of computers, communication skills, and personnel supervision and management.

The Associate of Applied Science degree is awarded upon successful completion of the program.

*Autumn Entry:

First Year A S

BME 120T-121T Electricity I, II 3 3

BME 124T-125T Construction Basics I, II 4 3

BME 126T Ancillary Services 4 -

BME 129T Heating and Air Conditioning I - 4

MAT 110T Industrial Math 3 -

MPR 115T Related Metals Processes 3 -

PSY 105T Work Attitudes - 1

SCN 117T Physical Science - 4

WEL 111T Welding - 2

Total 17 17

Second Year A S

BME 221T Blueprint Reading 2 -

BME 222T Building Construction 3 -

BME 223T Basic Motors and Controls 3 -

BME 224T Pumps and Piping - 2

BME 227T HVAC Control Systems 3 -

BME 228T Machine and Equipment Installation - 2

BME 229T Heating and Air Conditioning II - 5

BME 230T Preventive Maintenance - 1

BUS 242T Supervision - 3

COM 115T Technical Writing - 3

CRT 101 Introduction to Computers 2 -

SCN 118T General Physics 3 -

Total 16 16

*Spring entry allowed with program director's consent.

Diesel Equipment Technology- A.A.S. Degree

Students in the Diesel Equipment Technology program train to be diesel mechanics who repair diesel-powered trucks and heavy equipment. Students study hydraulics, electrical systems, fuel systems, power trains, air conditioning, brakes and suspension, engine theory, and engine diagnosis, beginning with basic principles and proceeding to an advanced level of system technology. Along with these core courses, students take classes in welding, machining, computers, physics, and business technology. Instruction occurs at the West campus, 3639 South Avenue West.

Students who complete the program successfully are awarded the Associate of Applied Science degree.

Credit for independent study is available to those desiring additional instruction in diesel mechanics. Contact the program director, Jim Headlee, at 243-7848 for more information.

Most employers require diesel mechanics to have a Commercial Driver's License. The ability to acquire a license is often subject to age and insurance requirements. Students may opt to take TRK 106T to gain the skills necessary to take the Commercial Driver's License examination. This course has an additional fee.

*Autumn Entry:

First Year A S

COM 115T Technical Writing - 3

CRT 101 Introduction to Computers 2 -

DET 120T Electrical Systems - 8

DET 128T Engine Service I 4 -

DET 135T Power Trains 7 -

MAT 110T Industrial Math 3 -

MPR 115T Related Metals Processes - 3

PSY 110T Organizational Psychology - 3

WEL 111T Welding 2 -

Total 18 17

Second Year A S

DET 221T Brakes, Suspension, and Undercarriage 6 -

DET 225T Hydraulics 6 -

DET 229T Engine Service II - 7

DET 230T Air Conditioning - 3

DET 231T Fuel Systems - 5

DET 235T Advanced Power Trains - 2

SCN 118T General Physics 3 -

TRK 106T Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Training (Optional) - (1)

WEL 139T Welding Maintenance and Repair 2 -

Total 17 17-18

*Spring entry allowed with program director's consent.

Heavy Equipment Operation- Certificate

Students in the Heavy Equipment Operation program are trained to safely and properly operate and maintain a variety of heavy equipment. They learn to operate equipment including crawler-tractors, graders, scrapers, front-end loaders, excavators, backhoes, and dump trucks. Students develop an understanding of basic surveying techniques, receive extensive training in safety regulations and procedures, and learn how to handle controls precisely and judge distances accurately. Instruction occurs at the West campus, 3639 South Avenue West.

A Certificate of Completion is awarded after the program is successfully completed.

The program often has a waiting list for admittance. Interested persons are encouraged to apply one year prior to anticipated school attendance.

Most employers require heavy equipment operators to have a Commercial Driver's License. The ability to acquire a license is often subject to age and insurance requirements. Students may opt to take TRK 106T to gain the skills necessary to take the Commercial Driver's License examination. This course has an additional fee. Students may enter in the autumn semester only.

Autumn Entry:

A S

HEO 140T Basic Surveying 4 -

HEO 142T Applied Surveying - 1

HEO 146T Safety and Basic Controls 5 -

HEO 148T Operational Skill Building 5 -

HEO 150T Job Simulation - 6

HEO 151T Service and Maintenance 2 -

HEO 153T Construction Theory and

Specialized Equipment - 5

MAT 110T Industrial Math 3 -

MPR 112T Related Metals Processes - 1

PSY 105T Work Attitudes - 1

TRK 106T Commercial Truck Driving

License Training (Optional) - (1)

WEL 111T Welding - 2

Total 19 16-17

Recreational Power Equipment- Certificate

Students in the program are trained to be recreational power equipment technicians who repair and maintain a wide variety of engines and related equipment. They learn to repair two- and four-stroke cycle engines. They work on motorcycles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and marine equipment. In addition, they learn to replace piston rings, bearings, electrical and carburetion components. Instructors help students acquire the skills needed to perform tune-ups and other service and maintenance work. Instruction occurs at the West campus, 3639 South Avenue West.

Students are awarded a Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the program. Students may enter in the autumn semester only.

Credit for independent study is available to those desiring additional instruction in recreational power equipment. Contact the program coordinator, Jim Lizotte, at 243-7842 for more information.

Autumn Entry:

A S

CRT 101 Introduction to Computers - 2

MAT 110T Industrial Math 3 -

MPR 115T Related Metals Processes 3 -

PSY 105T Work Attitudes - 1

SET 160T Basic Electricity 3 -

SET 176T Motorcycle/ATV Engines,

Suspension, and Chassis 4 -

SET 177T Motorcycle/ATV Electrical and

Fuel Systems 4 -

SET 178T Marine Electrical and Fuel Systems - 4

SET 179T Marine Powerheads and Lower Units - 6

SET 180T Snowmobile Maintenance and Repair I 2 -

SET 181T Snowmobile Maintenance and Repair II - 2

SET 195T Special Topics - 1

Total 19 16

Welding Technology - Certificate and A.A.S. Degree

Students in the Welding Technology program study welding as it relates to manufacturing, fabrication, building construction, and repair and maintenance of equipment and facilities. They learn to make layouts according to blueprints and specifications. Students also learn to prepare material prior to welding and to apply proper filler metal according to national standards and specifications. Welding students develop skills in six different welding processes--oxyacetylene, shielded metal arc, gas metal arc, flux core arc, submerged arc, and gas tungsten arc welding. They study the design and fabrication of jigs and related fixtures and learn how to test for, inspect, and repair defective welds. In addition, students study metallurgy and understand how the heating and cooling cycles of welding affect the properties of metals. Instruction occurs at the West campus, 3639 South Avenue West.

Welding technology students have the opportunity to become certified to American Welding Society specifications and receive documentation stating qualifications.

Students are awarded the Associate of Applied Science degree upon successfully completing the two-year program. Students who successfully complete the first year of the program are eligible to receive a Certificate of Completion.

*Autumn Entry:

First Year A S

CRT 101 Introduction to Computers 2 -

MAT 110T Industrial Math 3 -

MPR 114T Related Metals Processes 3 -

PSY 110T Organizational Psychology 3 -

WEL 180T Welding Metallurgy 4 -

WEL 181T Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Plate)

and Thermal Cutting 4 -

WEL 184T OSHA Rules and Compliance - 1

WEL 185T Flux Core Arc Welding - 4

WEL 199T Metal Fabrication I - 4

WEL 192T Blueprint Reading and Development - 3

WEL 194T Layout Techniques - 2

Total 19 14

Successful completion of the courses listed above result in the award of a Certificate of Completion in Welding.

Second Year A S

BUS 242T Supervision - 3

COM 115T Technical Writing 3 -

MPR 214T Advanced Related Metals Processes 3 -

WEL 280T Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 4 -

WEL 282T Pipe Welding-SMAW and GTAW 4 -

WEL 283T Gas Metal Arc Welding - 4

WEL 285T Automation in Welding - 3

WEL 290T Welding Certification and Codes - 2

WEL 291T Metal Fabrication II - 4

Total 14 16

*Spring entry allowed with program director's consent.