Courses

HYDR1345
Hydraulics and Pneumatics
Fundamentals of hydraulics and types of hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, motors, and related systems including operations, maintenance, and system analysis. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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MCHN1343
Machine Shop Mathematics
Designed to prepare the student with technical, applied mathematics that will be necessary in future machine shop-related courses. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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MCHN1391
Special Topics in Machinist/Machine Technologist: Machine Parts Metrology and Design
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student.This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. Topics will include mechanical field sketching thru basics blueprint. Practical experience in precision measuring and dimensioning for manufacturing. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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MCHN1416
Machine Tool Repair
Basic repair of machine tools, disassembly, parts fabrication, and assembly of machine types, including related math, blueprint reading, and safety. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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MCHN1425
Millwright I
An introduction to millwright technology. A study of common millwright tools and fasteners. Development of skills in basic layout procedures, gasket making and installation and oxygen/fuel cutting. Emphasis on safety in the accomplishment of these activities. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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MCHN1429
Millwright II
An introduction to millwright tools including speciality power and precision tools. A study of the property of metals and in the installation of packing. Emphasis on safety in the accomplishment of these activities. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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MCHN1452
Intermediate Machining I
Operation of drills, milling machines, lathes, and power saws. Continued use of precision measuring techniques. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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MCHN1454
Intermediate Machining II
Development of job process plan to include operation of lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and power saws. Set-up, layout, and tool maintenance is included. Emphasis on shop safety and preventative maintenance. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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MCHN2403
Fundamentals of Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) Machine Controls
An introduction to G and M codes (RS274-D) necessary to program Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machines. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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MCHN2405
Millwright III
An introduction to bearings and seals. Identification of common bearings and seals. Emphasis on design and installation of seals and bearings. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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MCHN2407
Millwright IV
A study in the recognition and application of pumps. Emphasis on troubleshooting, repair, and installation of pumps. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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MCHN2412
Millwright V
A study of the recognition and application of gearboxes. A review of drive installations using chain and belt drives. This course will focus on troubleshooting, repairing, and installing gearboxes, chain drives, and belt drives. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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MCHN2434
Operation of CNC Machining Centers
A continuation of Fundamentals of CNC Machine Controls with an emphasis on machining centers. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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MCHN2441
Advanced Machining I
A study of advanced lathe and milling operations. Emphasis on advanced cutting operations of the lathe and milling machines, including the use of special tooling, bench assembly, and materials identification. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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MCHN2445
Advanced Machining II
Advanced milling, drilling, grinding, and lathe operations to close tolerance dimensions. Emphasis on job planning and advanced uses of precision measuring instruments. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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NDTE1401
Film Interpretation of Weldments
A study of radiographic film, including exploration of radiographic basics, interpretation, and causes and effects of discontinuities. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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NDTE1410
Liquid Penetrant/Magnetic Particle Testing
A theoretical study and practical application of the non-destructive testing techniques of penetrant and magnetic particle testing required by quality assurance and test personnel including proper test technique, or combination of techniques and interpretation, evaluation of test results. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3.
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NDTE2411
Preparation For Welding Inspection
General principles of welding inspection including welding processes, terms and definitions, welding discontinuities, duties and responsibilities of inspectors, destructive and nondestructive testing, quality assurance/quality control, welding codes and blueprints, procedures, and case studies. An overview of welding tools and equipment, metallurgy, chemistry, and joint design. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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OSHT1301
Introduction to Safety and Health
An introduction to the basic concepts of safety and health. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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OSHT1309
Physical Hazards Control
A study of the physical hazards in industry and the methods of workplace design and redesign to control these hazards. Emphasis on the regulation codes and standards associated with the control of physical hazards. Lecture Hrs. = 3, Lab Hrs. = 0
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OSHT1313
Accident Prevention, Inspection, and Investigation
Provides a basis for understanding the nature of occupational hazard recognition, accident prevention, loss reduction, inspection techniques, and accident investigation analysis. Lecture Hrs. = 3, Lab Hrs. = 0
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OSHT1316
Material Handling
Proper methods for material handling and storage including safety practices, proper equipment usage, engineering controls, personal protective equipment, and motor fleet safety. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs. = 0
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OSHT1321
Fire Protection Systems
Study of fire protection systems and their applications with emphasis on the fire prevention codes and standards. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0.
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OSHT2309
Safety Program Management
Examine the major safety management issues that effect the workplace including safety awareness, loss control, regulatory issues, and human behavior modification. Lecture Hrs = 3.
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OSHT2401
OSHA Regulations - General Industry
A study of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertinent to general industry. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3.
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PFPB1305
Basic Blueprint Reading for Pipefitters
Reading and interpreting working drawings. Includes symbols and abbreviations and the use of sketching techniques to create isometric and orthographic drawings of piping and piping components. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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PFPB1350
Plumbing and Pipefitting Equipment and Safety
Safe use of hand tools, power tools, rigging, and power equipment used in the plumbing trade for installation of different plumbing systems. Lecture Hrs=3, Lab Hrs 0
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PFPB1408
Basic Pipefitting Skills
Mathematical operations necessary to calculate laying lengths of pipe fittings for fabrication. Identification and use of hand tools and power tools. Identification of pipe, pipe fittings, flanges, and fasteners used in the trade. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PFPB2310
Intermediate Blueprint Reading for Pipefitters
Reading and interpreting advanced working drawings to calculate piping runs. Includes instrumentation symbols and abbreviations and the use of advanced sketching techniques to create isometric and orthographic drawings of piping and piping components. Lecture Hrs. = 3, Lab Hrs. = 0
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PFPB2343
Advanced Pipe Practices
Identification, installation, and testing of steam traps and steam trap station components. Valve identification, application, and maintenance. Identification, storage, and handling of in-line specialties. Hydrostatic testing of process piping. Lecture Hrs = 2, Lab Hrs = 2
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PFPB2407
Pipe Fabrication and Installation I
Pipe fabrication procedures of threaded, socketweld, and buttweld pipe joints. Includes pipe and tube bending with hand benders, saddling in and saddling on pipe braces to pipe headers, and fabrication and installation of pipe supports. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PFPB2408
Piping Standards and Materials
Identification, description, and application of piping standards and specifications. Includes identification and use of various metallic and non-metallic piping materials, identification and installation of valves, and material take-offs. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PFPB2441
Pipe Fabrication and Installation II
Advanced pipe fabrication procedures of threaded, socketweld, and buttweld pipe joints. Layout and fabrication of vertical, horizontal, and rolling off-sets using 45-degree fitting and odd-angle fittings. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PFPB2449
Field Measuring, Sketching, and Layout
Use, care, and setup of transit and level. Includes field dimensioning, sketching, and layout of future process piping. Emphasizes advanced trade math including the use of trigonometric functions and tables. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3.
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WLDG1291
Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist: Intro. to Gas Metal Arc Welding
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. A study of the principles of Gas Metal Arch Welding, setup and use of GMAW equipment, and safe use of tools/equipment. Instruction in various joint designs. Lecture Hrs = 1, Lab Hrs = 2.
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WLDG1323
Welding Safety, Tools, and Equipment
An introduction to welding careers and safety practice, including welding safety; OSHA and the Hazardous Communication Act; Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS); basic mathematics; measuring systems; shop operations; use and care of precision measuring tools; and the use and care of hand and power tools. Instruction on various types of welding equipment and processes, basic welding gases, fluxes, rods, electrodes, symbols, and blueprints. Also includes metal preparation, joint design and oxy-fuel cutting. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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WLDG1327
Welding Codes
An in-depth study of welding codes and their development in accordance with structural standards, welding processes, destructive and nondestructive test methods. Includes API 1104 and ASME Sections V and IX. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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WLDG1337
Introduction to Welding Metallurgy
A study of ferrous and nonferrous metals from the ore to the finished product. Emphasis on metal alloys, heat treating, hard surfacing, welding techniques, forging, foundry processes, and mechanical properties of metal including hardness, machinability and ductility. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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WLDG1428
Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
An introduction to shielded metal arc welding process. Emphasis placed on power sources, electrode selection, oxy-fuel cutting, and various joint designs. Instruction provided in SMAW fillet welds in various positions. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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WLDG1434
Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc (GTAW) Welding
An introduction to the principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), setup/use of GTAW equipment, and safe use of tools and equipment. Welding instruction in various positions on joint designs. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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WLDG1435
Introduction to Pipe Welding
An introduction to welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding process (SMAW), including electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 1G and 2G using various electrodes. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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WLDG2331
Advanced Blueprint Interpretation and Cost Analysis
A continuation of the Blueprint for Welders course. Emphasis placed on inspection, cost analysis, and estimating. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0.
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WLDG2443
Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
Advanced topics based on accepted welding codes. Training provided with various electrodes in shielded metal arc welding processes with open V-groove joints in all positions. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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WLDG2451
Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
Advanced topics in GTAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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WLDG2453
Advanced Pipe Welding
Advanced topics involving welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Topics include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 5G and 6G using various electrodes. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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