In addition to the technical curriculum listed below, students will have to complete the Associate of Applied Science degree's core curriculum. These courses account for 32 of the 60 credits required for graduation from Clarion University. The curriculum below will all take place at Precision Manufacturing Institute in Meadville, Sharon, or Ridgway, PA. This technical curriculum will account for the 28 hours of technical credit students need to complete their Associate of Applied Science degree in Industrial Technology.
The technical education component of this concentration will provide entry-level competencies in industrial three-phase and single-phase electrical systems and motor control, and develop troubleshooting and repair skills in industrial electrical machining and hydraulic systems. Upon completion, a student will be able to demonstrate skills learned in industrial electrical machining and hydraulic systems. Students will also learn the basic safety of the equipment.
Employment Opportunities:
Possible occupations include Entry-level Industrial Electrician, Industrial Maintenance and Machine Repair, and Electrical/Hydraulic Technician.
Program Objective:
The main objective of the Electromechanical Technician Program is to prepare students for entry-level employment in the electrical and industrial maintenance field.
A graduate of the Electromechanical Technician Program will be able to:
- Demonstrate the basic skills needed to succeed in industry.
- To learn entry level competencies in single phase and three phase electrical systems.
- Demonstrate skills learned in industrial electrical machining and hydraulic systems.
- Learn the basic safety, troubleshooting and repair of the equipment.
- Properly select the appropriate tools for job usage.
- Identify blueprint symbols, discuss and define varioius terms used in the Electromechanical industry (i.e. coulonmb, amp, volt, ohm, watt, circuits, etc.)
- Demonstrate skills/techniques necessary to verify live parts from other electrical parts including. voltage.
- Understand OSHA and NEC as it relates to safety related work practices.
- AC/DC components and how they work in the electrical industry
- Understand Pascal's Law, energy, force, mothion and the measurement of valves and pressures.
Technical Courses Needed for Completion:
Introduction for Computers
Course Code # EC-100
Course Description:
This course introduces the basic concepts and principles of personal computers and the operating system by which they most commonly operate.
Fundamentals of Electricity
Course Code #ET-100
Course Description:
This course is designed to increase qualifications, employability and advancement of workers involved in industry and manufacturing by providing basic electrical knowledge.
OSHA and NEC Safety Standards
Course Code # ET-102
Course Description:
This course is designed to increase qualifications, employability and advancement of workers involved in industry and manufacturing by providing basic safety knowledge regarding OSHA and NEC standards and recommendations.
Computer Aided Drafting/Blueprint Reading
Course Code# ET-101
Course Description:
This course is designed to increase qualifications, employability and advancement of workers involved in industry and manufacturing by providing basic blueprint reading skills necessary for machine and building maintenance.
Basic Electrical Wiring
Course Code #ET-103
Course Description:
This course is designed to increase qualifications, employability and advancement of workers in the electrical industry by providing instruction in all phases of the electrical field from basic wiring through motion control, instrumentation and automation. With satisfactory completion of the course and applicable work experience, students may pursue occupations such as Industrial Electrician, Electric Inspector, Instrument Repair Technician, Motor Controls Technician, and Motor System Technician.
Construction, Commercial and Industrial Wiring Systems
Course Code# ET-104
Course Description:
This course is designed to increase the qualifications, employability and advancement of workers in the electrical industry by providing instruction in all phases of the electrical field from basic wiring through motion control, instrumentation and automation. With satisfactory completion of this course and applicable work experience, students may pursue occupations such as Industrial Electrician, Electric Inspector, Instrument Repair Technician, Motor Controls Technician, and Motor System Technician.
AC/DC Electrical Applications
Course Code # ET- 105
Course Description:
This course is designed to increase qualifications, employability, and advancement of workers in the electrical industry by providing instruction in all phases of the electrical field from basic wiring, through motion control, instrumentation and automation. With satisfactory completion of this course and applicable work experience, students may pursue occupations such as Industrial Electrician, Electric Inspector, Instrument Repair Technician, Motor Controls Technician, and Motor System Technician.
Mathematics for Electrical/Electronics Technicians
Course Code #ET-106
Course Description:
This course is designed to increase qualifications, employability, and advancement of workers involved in industry and manufacturing by providing math skills and use of related trade formulas as necessary for electrical related maintenance.
Elements of Industrial Mechanical and Preventative Maintenance
Course Code# ET-107
Course Description:
This course is designed to increase qualifications, employability and advancement of workers in industrial maintenance and manufacturing by providing training in basic mechanical and preventative maintenance. With the satisfactory completion of this course and applicable work experience, students may pursue occupations such as Maintenance Technician and Machinery Mechanic.
Industrial Hydraulics and Pneumatics
Course Code # ET-108
Course Description:
This course is designed to increase qualifications, employability and advancement of workers in industrial maintenance and manufacturing by providing training in hydraulic and pneumatics applications. With the satisfactory completion of this course and practical work experience, students may pursue occupations such as Maintenance Technician, and Hydraulic/Pneumatic Technician.
Advanced Hydraulic Technology
Course Code #ET-109
Course Description:
This course is designed to increase qualifications, employability and advancement of workers in industrial maintenance and manufacturing by providing training in hydraulic applications. With the satisfactory completion of this course and practical work experience, students may pursue occupations such as Maintenance Technician, Hydraulic/Pneumatic Technician, and Electrohydralic Technician.
Programmable Controllers
Course Code #ET-110
Course Description:
This course is designed to increase qualifications, employability and advancement of workers in the electrical/manufacturing industry by providing instruction and training in the application of programmable controllers.
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