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Angela Bustos
Curriculum Analyst
Central/Mother Lode
Reedley College
CTE Dean
David Clark
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Program Details
Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic Essentials
New Program
Manufacturing and Industrial Technology (095600)
08/10/26
Completion of the Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic Essentials Certificate of Achievement helps students gain the foundational skills required for entry-level maintenance roles in manufacturing environments. It provides hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, equipment, and safety practices, improving job readiness and confidence. Students leave with recognized credentials that support career advancement, make them more competitive in the workforce, and offer a clear pathway toward additional certifications and further training in maintenance and reliability.
We anticipate 15 completers per year.
Program Proposal Attributes
- Certificate of Achievement: 16 or greater semester (or 24 or greater quarter) units (C)
The Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic Essentials program directly supports workforce preparation by equipping students with the technical skills needed for high-demand maintenance roles in local industry. It provides a foundation for transfer into advanced manufacturing and engineering pathways, while also strengthening students’ basic technical and problem-solving skills. By addressing regional employer needs and supporting economic mobility, the program serves an important local purpose and contributes to a stronger, more resilient community workforce. Program learning outcomes include: Demonstrate shop safety, Demonstrate proficiency in electrical wiring and troubleshooting, Interpret blueprints and shop drawings, Design control logic for use on a PLC, Describe hydraulic system operation, Design and diagram the integration of motor and control system components, and Align electric motor shafts with a gearbox shaft, identify if a shaft is worn, and correctly install a woodruff key to ensure shaft connection.
Course Units and Hours
17
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Course Report
| Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MFGT 24 | Hydraulics | 2.0 | S1 |
| MFGT 51 | Manufacturing Essentials | 5.0 | S1 |
| MFGT 93 | Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) | 2.0 | S2 |
| MFGT 95 | Motor Control | 4.0 | S2 |
| MFGT 96 | Power Transmission | 4.0 | S2 |
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01/15/26 - 04:52 PM
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