Industrial Automation and Robotics

Program: Industrial Automation and Robotics
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Plan Code: 221-733-03
CIP Code: 15.0405
Length: 28 credit hours, 2 semesters
Location: Franklin
G3: Approved for G3
Lead Faculty: Keisha Nichols

Purpose

This program is designed to provide students with basic Machine Language programming skills, problem solving skills, and troubleshooting techniques used in various industrial and robotic technological fields. This program is committed to preparing students to be successful in the automated workplace as members of a technical team.

Occupational Objectives: Upon completion of the Industrial Automation and Robotics Career Studies Certificate program, graduates will possess the knowledge and skills required for entry into the fields of industrial automation, robot operators, robotic service technicians, robotic consultants and robotic engineers.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Industrial Automation and Robotics Career Studies Certificate program graduates will be able to:

• Explain the purpose and function of input/output assemblies, the central processor unit, the power supply, and programming device.
• Create, design, and troubleshoot a variety of robotic programs.
• Utilize a variety of electrical test instruments to measure voltage, current, and resistance.

Admission Requirements: General admission to the college is required.

Program Requirements: The curriculum in Robotics combines instruction in the areas required for competence as an entry level employee in industry, government, and other organizations. Candidates for the Robotics Career Studies Certificate must successfully complete all required courses and earn a minimum grade of “C” in all ELE, ETR, IND, and MEC courses.

Principles of Robotics

Program: Principles of Robotics
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Plan Code: 221-733-02
CIP Code: 15.0405
Length: 24 credit hours, 2 semesters
Location: Franklin
Program Head: Keisha Nichols

Purpose

This program provides a student with an entry level knowledge of robotics, programming, problem solving and the principles of technology.

Occupational Objectives: Upon completion of the Principles of Robotics Career Studies Certificate program, graduates possess the knowledge and skills required for entry level employment where automated control systems exist, as robot operators, as a robot technician, as a field service technician, or as a machine operator. This program is committed to preparing students to be successful in the workplace as leaders and members of a technical team.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Principles of Robotics Career Studies Certificate program, graduates will be able to:

• Explain the purpose and function of input/output assemblies, the central processor unit, the power supply, and programming device.
• Create, design and troubleshoot a variety of robotic programs.
• Utilize a variety of electrical instruments to measure voltage, current and resistance.

Admission Requirements: Students must meet the general admissions requirements established by the College.

Instrumentation

Program: Instrumentation
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Plan Code: 221-938-21
CIP Code: 47.0105
Length: 17 credit hours, 2 semesters
Location: Franklin
Lead Faculty: Keisha Nichols

Purpose

The Career Studies Certificate in Instrumentation is designed for a student who wishes to obtain the skills necessary to work in the area of installation, maintenance and calibration of devices used in the automation of industrial processes. These devices measure and control the pressure, temperature, level and flow of processes used in automated manufacturing and production. This technology utilizes piping, process, chemical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, electronic, computer and networking technologies.

Occupational Objectives: Upon completion of the Career Studies Certificate in Instrumentation graduates will possess the knowledge and skills required for entry-level positions as construction and maintenance Instrument Technicians, Instrument and Electrical Technicians, Process Technicians, Contract Technicians as well as Sales and Service Representatives. Technicians may be employed in environmental quality and emission monitoring, nuclear and conventional power plants, metal refining, mining, pulp and paper production, instrument manufacturing, petrochemical plants, petroleum refining, automobile manufacturing, plant construction, offshore services, aerospace and defense technology, engineering and design services, building and amusement park automation, food and beverage processing plants, water and sewage treatment plants.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Instrumentation program students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team.
2. Use a variety of electrical instruments to measure voltage, current and electrical resistance.
3. Identify a variety of schematic symbols and how to interpret schematic drawings.
4. Troubleshoot and repair a system at the component or circuit level.
5. Discuss and demonstrate the knowledge of electrical and other controls used in home and industry.

Admission Requirements: Students must meet the general admission requirements established by the College.

Program Requirements: The Career Studies Certificate in Instrumentation is designed to develop the job skills required of a person who is engaged as an entry-level position as construction and maintenance Instrument Technicians, Instrument and Electrical Technicians, Process Technicians, Contract Technicians as well as Sales and Service Representatives. All classes will be offered in catalog order only; therefore, it is necessary to take all classes in sequence as they will not be repeated until the following year. Candidates for the Instrumentation Certificate Program must successfully complete all required courses and earn a minimum grade of “C” in all courses.

Building Maintenance

Program: Building Maintenance
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Plan Code: 221-903-11
CIP Code: 47.0201
Location: Franklin
Length: 24 credit hours, two (2) semesters for full-time students, variable for part-time students
G3: Approved for G3
Lead Faculty: TBD

Purpose

This course of study has a multi-craft approach with training in the basic principles and hands-on skills related to HVAC, electricity, plumbing, carpentry, safety, blueprint reading and welding. The curriculum is designed to prepare students to maintain and repair physical structures and systems of commercial and industrial establishments.

Occupational Objectives: This program is designed to prepare students for employment in a number of building maintenance environments such as apartment communities, hotels/motels, schools and office buildings.

Admission Requirements: Students must meet the general admission requirements established by the College.

Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Program: Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Plan Code: 221-903-10
CIP Code: 47.0201
Length: 24 credit hours, three (3) semesters
Location: Franklin
G3: Approved for G3
Program Head: TBD

Purpose

This program is designed for persons seeking employment in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning field. The program emphasizes in-depth training in theory, hands-on applications and on-the-job experience. Students will learn the characteristics of refrigerants, circuit diagrams, characteristics of burners, heat pumps, and advanced service techniques on wide variety of equipment used in refrigeration, air conditioning, and phases of heating, ventilation, and controls.

Occupational Objectives: Upon completion of this program, graduates possess the knowledge and skills required for entry into the mechanical systems field as a service technician, installation technician or support staff.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will demonstrate proficiency in the use of HVAC-specific tools and testing equipment, will safely be able to solder and braze piping, and will have a thorough understanding of the refrigeration cycle. EPA refrigerant handling certification is available at an additional cost.

Admission Requirements: Students must meet the general admissions requirements established by the College.

General Welding

Program: General Welding
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Plan Code: 221-995-01
CIP Code: 48.0508
Length: 16 credit hours. The program is designed for both full-time and part-time students.
Location: Franklin
G3: Approved for G3
Stackable: Credits earned can be applied to the Professional Welder – Pipe Career Studies Certificate
Program Head: TBD

Purpose

This training program starts with hands-on welding classes, and the majority of classroom experience is through interactive workshop courses. It’s an exciting training program that will prepare you to jump-start your welding career in as little as seven months.

Occupational Objectives

Upon completion each student will possess the skills necessary for entry-level positions into structural and commercial welding industry. All students that successfully complete the General Welding Program with a 3.0 GPA or higher will qualify for a paid apprenticeship with RepairTech LLC.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will demonstrate proficiency in SMAW, GMAW and GTAW welding processes and will safely perform welding techniques using fillers, wires, fluxes and gases. AWS certification is available at an additional cost.

• Each student will learn industry safety, tape measurements, basic math, operate basic hand tools, operate all shop machinery, blueprint reading, basic welding principles and cutting procedures.
• Weld processes in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW).
• Out of position welding.
• Fit, prep, and welding Plate.

Welding Students are encouraged to take their qualification weld tests. Below is a list of AWS (American Welding Society) qualifications each student will learn while in the General Welding Program:

• Steel SMAW All Position Plate, Limited – AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code
• Steel FCAW 3G Position Plate, Limited – AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code
• Steel GTAW 1G Plate, Limited – AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code
• Steel GMAW-S 2G Plate, Limited – AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code
• Steel SMAW Tack Welder Qualification – AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code

Admission Requirements: Students must meet the general admission requirements established by the College.

Professional Welder – Pipe

Program: Professional Welder – Pipe
Award: Certificate in Career Studies
Plan Code: 221-995-79
CIP Code: 48.0508
Length: 25 credit hours, 2-3 semesters. The program is designed for both full-time and part-time students.
Location: Franklin
G3: Approved for G3
Program Head: TBD

Purpose

This training program starts with hands-on welding classes, and the majority of classroom experience is through interactive workshop courses. It’s an exciting training program that will prepare you to jump-start your pipe welding career in less than one year.

Occupational Objectives

Upon completion each student will possess the skills necessary for entry-level pipe welding positions in the welding industry.

All students that successfully complete the Professional Pipe Welding Program with a 3.0 GPA or higher will qualify for a paid apprenticeship with RepairTech LLC.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will demonstrate proficiency in SMAW, GMAW and GTAW welding processes and will safely perform welding techniques using fillers, wires, fluxes and gases. AWS certification is available at an additional cost.

• Each student will learn industry safety, tape measurements, basic math, operate basic hand tools, operate all shop machinery, blueprint reading, basic welding principles and cutting procedures.
• Weld processes in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and Oxy-fuel Gas Welding (OFW), Brazing, and Soldering.
• Out of position welding.
• OFC, PAC, CAC thermal processes.
• Fit, prep, and welding Plate.
• Fit, prep, and welding Pipe (open root E6011).

Welding Students are encouraged to take their qualification weld tests. Below is a list of AWS (American Welding Society) qualifications each student will learn while in the Professional Pipe Welding Program:

• Steel SMAW 6G Pipe, Limited – AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code
• Steel GTAW 6G Pipe, Limited – AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code
• Steel SMAW All Position Plate, Limited – AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code
• Steel FCAW 3G Position Plate, Limited – AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code
• Steel GTAW All Plate, Limited – AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code
• Steel GMAW-S 2G Plate, Limited – AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code
• Steel SMAW Tack Welder Qualification – AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code

Admission Requirements: General admission requirements of the College apply.