Electro-Mechanical Technician

This program introduces the student to the theoretical and practical applications of basic mechanical and control systems utilized in the industrial maintenance mechanic industry. Additional studies include plant safety, hand/power tool fundamentals, blueprint reading, principles of power transmission, properties of lubricants, shaft/coupling alignment, principles of fluid power, hydraulic, pneumatic, compressed air systems, conveyor systems, basic electrical concepts and controls, programable logic controllers and instrumentations, and introduction into robotics.

This program provides entry-level career skills required for a maintenance technician in the food processing, advanced manufacturing, and product distribution industries. Upon field experience and additional education, the student can transition into quality control systems technician, industrial engineering technician, industrial production manager, and industrial plant maintenance manager positions.

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

• explain the theory and demonstrate practical applications of basic mechanical systems utilized in industrial production and product distribution industries.
• apply problem-solving and analytical thinking skills in the maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial mechanical/electrical equipment, industrial controls systems, and robotics.
• apply technical math skills to solve problems involving electrical loads/wire sizing, gear ratios, pump flow rates, and pipe sizing.
• interpret blueprints.