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Maintenance Mechanics Technology 
Course Descriptions

MMT 100    Introduction to Industrial Safety and Health   3  credits

Introduction to basic industrial safety and health incorporating OSHA/WISHA rules and regulations, personal protective equipment, chemical safety, tool safety, material handling safety, machine safety, electrical safety, fire protection, health protection, and safe working practices.

 

MMT 101   Computer Applications for Maintenance Mechanics  2  credits

Introduction to the use of personal computers, with emphasis on hardware components, Microsoft Windows operating environment, word processing, and use of MS DOSä operated programs as they apply to Maintenance Mechanics.

 

MMT 102   Technical Drawing Interpretation          3 credits

Fundamental technical drawing, reading and sketching principles, concepts and standards as applied to industry. Tech Prep credit available.

 

MMT 110   Machining I (Fabrication and Measurement)       5 credits

Prerequisite: MAP 103 , and MMT 102 or instructor permission

Layout and fabrication techniques with the use of semi-precision and precision measurement tools. Introduction to Drill Press, Engine Lathe and Vertical Mill operations.

 

MMT 111   Machining II                5  credits

Prerequisite: MMT 110, MAP 103 or instructor permission

Fundamentals of machining processes on lathes and vertical mills. Precision measurement with micrometers, vernier calipers, and dial indicators.

 

MMT 115    Machining-Skill Enhancement         4 credits

Prerequisite: MMT 111 or instructor permission

Extra “hands on” time and instruction to supplement the students machining skill level using fundamental machining processes on lathes, vertical milling machines and other machine shop equipment.

 

MMT 120   Introduction to Refrigeration and Air Conditioning    5 credits
Prerequisite: ELC 102, MMT 100, MMT 102, MAP 103, or instructor permission

Fundamental physical, chemical, engineering and mechanical aspects of the refrigeration process.

 

MMT 210   Mechanical Power Transmission           5 credits

Prerequisites: MAP 103, MMT 100 and MMT 102 or instructor permission

Fundamentals of industrial mechanical power transmission. Includes lubrication, bearings, speed reducers, gears, couplings, drive components, brakes and clutches, and adjustable speed drives.

 

MMT 211   Fluid Power Transmission           5 credits

Prerequisites: MMT 100, MMT 102, MAP 103, or instructor permission

Fundamentals of industrial hydraulic, pneumatic, and vacuum systems. Includes pumps, piping, compressors, check valves, cylinders, motors, control valves, and flow controls.

 

MMT 220   Introduction to Preventive/Predictive Maintenance    3 credits

Prerequisites: MMT 102, MAP 103 or instructor permission

Theory and practice of preventive and predictive maintenance concepts. Performing routine preventative maintenance and scheduling predictive maintenance outages.

 

MMT 230   Boiler Technology/Pump Mechanics         5 credits

Prerequisites: ELC 105 or instructor permission

This is a 2 phase course. First; the fundamental principals of steam generation, boiler designs, components, operations, water treatment, and safety procedures. Secondly; the fundamentals of pump technology, including various designs, pump seals, lubrication, special purpose and maintenance.

 

MMT 295   Work Based Learning                     1-6 credits

Prerequisite: Instructor permission Corequisite: MMT 297

A supervised work experience in the maintenance mechanics enhancing the application of classroom instruction and skills and/or area of specialization approved by the program instructor. May be repeated up to twelve (12) credits. (F, (W, S)

 

MMT 297   Work Based Learning Seminar               1 credit

Prerequisite: Instructor permission Corequisite: MMT 295

Feedback and discussion to integrate and relate Work Based Learning and classroom based instruction. Work ethic, leadership, safety and occupational health, environmental issues, and other student generated topics are examined. May be repeated up to six (6) credits

 

 

Electrical Course Requirements


ELC 101   Basic Electricity – DC Circuit Analysis     5 
credits

Prerequisite: MAP 103 or instructor permission

Fundamentals of DC electricity as applied to series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits. Use of test equipment and troubleshooting simple circuits.

 

ELC 102   Basic Electricity – AC Circuit Analysis       5 credits

Prerequisites: ELC 101; MAP 103 or instructor permission

Teaches alternating current theory, waveform quantities and characteristics, including network analysis with reactive components. Proper use of test equipment and troubleshooting simple circuits.

 

ELC 105   Industrial Electricity I     5 credits

Prerequisite(s): ELC 101, ELC 102, MMT 102, MAP 103 or instructor permission

Electrical theory and application, electrical blueprints, power sources, panels, control devices, motors, etc. Use of test equipment and troubleshooting. Note: For Maintenance Mechanics

 

ELC 150   Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers    5   credits

Prerequisite: ELC 105, MAP 103 or instructor permission

Introduction to programmable logic controller principles, hardware, and operation. Includes ladder logic, instruction, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Note: For Maintenance Mechanics

 

ELC 170    Introduction to Instrumentation          5 credits

Prerequisite: ELC 105 or instructor permission

Fundamentals of process control as it applies to process variables, measurement dynamics and automatic corrective measures in the industrial environment.

 

 

Support Course Requirements

 

MAP 103  Applied Mathematics (MMT/IET) 5  credits

Prerequisite: Successful completion of MPC 080 or BBCC math placement score of MPC 090 or above This class provides review and instruction in whole numbers, decimals, fractions, measurement, ratio, proportion, percents, introduction to algebra, and introduction to geometry. This basic instruction and review is followed by vocational program specific mathematics instruction. Students will study mathematics for electricity/electronics. The emphasis is on providing a solid mathematics base to facilitate assimilation of more complex mathematics as well as providing course work in relevant work-specific problems and situations. Collaborative learning is encouraged and built into the course to give students practice in a key skill used in the workplace.

 

BUS 120    Human Relations on the Job     4  credits

Practical application oriented study of interpersonal skills and attitudes necessary to work with others. Topics included are: maintaining professionalism, adapting/coping with change and stress, work ethics, motivation, conflict resolution, team work, and customer relations. (F, W, S)

 

ENG 112   Applied Technical Writing      3 credits

Prerequisite: ENG 098 or placement test

The course will prepare technical/vocational students, and others, for successful careers in their respective fields by developing skills in written communications commonly used in the workplace. Teaching strategies will address reading, interpreting, planning, organizing, composing, and word-processing technical writing as applied in business and industry.

 

FAD 150 Industrial First Aid w/Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation&Bloodborne Pathogens   2 credits

An Industrial First Aid course and Bloodborne Pathogen course designed to meet the Department of Labor and Industry, OSHA and WISHA requirements. Intended for supervisory personnel, employees, pre-nursing, Emergency Medical Technicians, and those interested in having first aid and C.P.R. training. This course is recognized in the U.S. and several foreign countries by federal and state agencies and company employers.

CMST 100 Human Communications      4 credits
This course will provide students with applied communicaiton skills.  Students will learn practical application of small group presentations, conflict resolution and increased confidence in personal communication skills.  Exemplifying self-concept, perception, verbal and non-verbal attributes and attitudes experienced between family, friends, and employment relationships.

 

WLD 111   Welding Process I           3-6 credits

Introduction to arc welding processes; welding of E-6010 and various kinds and size of electrodes in all positions, manipulative skills including stringer beads and weave beads on plate and joints with AC and DC welding machines. Night students must earn a total of six credits before going on to the next course. These three credit courses may be repeated for credit up to six credits. Tech Prep credit available.

 

WLD 122     Gas Metal Arc Welding I       3 credits

Materials of carbon steel and stainless steel with 0.035 solid wire and aluminum with 0.030 solid wires. Various joints and thicknesses of materials welded in all positions, using different modes and gases.

 

WLD 132     Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I (T.I.G.)        3  credits

The beginning G.T.A.W. process. Freehand techniques for aluminum, carbon steel, stainless steel, copper, and titanium. Using these materials, running beads, butt, lap, edge, corner and T joints in all positions. Also cup walk motion with 3/8” plate in vertical and horizontal position.