Archive 2007-08 Catalog (Archived September 2007)
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Electromechanical Maintenance Technology (MT)
Academic School: Construction & Design Technologies
Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
This major prepares students for a wide variety of employment opportunities in commercial and industrial settings. The major emphasizes skills and knowledge in troubleshooting and repair of electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment. Specialized course work will include programmable logic control and its use in commercial and industrial applications.
Career Opportunities: Electrical maintenance technician in commercial and industrial settings such as utilities, hospitals, schools, and manufacturing facilities; building superintendent and maintenance supervisory positions.
Recommended High School Subjects: Students entering this major should complete secondary courses in algebra, trigonometry, and science (physics recommended).
Remediation Strategies: Math placement requirement: level 3 or higher.
Transfer Procedures: This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see http://www.pct.edu/catalog/TransferringCredits.htm ). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.
Program Goals: A graduate of this major should be able to:
- demonstrate safe work habits in performance of maintenance tasks.
- use knowledge of troubleshooting techniques to identify and solve problems with electromechanical devices found in industry.
- read blueprints, electrical and mechanical drawings; interpret related specifications.
- demonstrate knowledge of electrical principles and laws; apply mathematical formulas to solve electrical problems in both direct and alternating current equipment and systems.
- apply knowledge of electrical codes.
- demonstrate knowledge of general and OSHA safety practices.
- demonstrate basic skills in arc welding; oxy-acetylene welding and cutting; gas tungsten arc welding; gas metal arc welding.
- communicate in both written and verbal forms to successfully interact with peers and subordinates.
- write clear, concise, accurate technical reports.
- work with others in a cooperative and team effort in the solution of maintenance problems.
- use basic diagnostic and test equipment and measuring devices to analyze and problem solve.
- demonstrate knowledge in programmable logic control (PLC) and motor control.
- apply algebra and physics in the analysis and solution of maintenance problems.
| First Semester | Credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ELT111 | Direct Current Fundamentals | 5 | |
| ELT116 | Construction Lab I-Residential | 5 | |
| ELT113 | Accident Prevention | 2 | |
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| SAF110 | Occupational Health and Safety | 2 | |
| MTH180 | College Algebra and Trigonometry I | 3 | |
| ENL111 | English Composition I | 3 | |
| 18 | |||
| Second Semester | Credits | ||
| ELT122 | Alternating Current Fundamentals | 5 | |
| WEL100 | Introduction to Welding Processes | 3 | |
| MTT106 | Manufacturing Processes Survey | 2 | |
| ELT128 | Electrical Drawing and Print Reading | 2 | |
| ENL201 | Technical and Professional Communication | 3 | |
| CSC110 | Introduction to Information Technology | 3 | |
| 18 | |||
| Third Semester | Credits | ||
| ELT234 | Electrical Motor Control | 4 | |
| ELT235 | Industrial Electronics | 6 | |
| PHS114 | Physics with Technological Applications | 4 | |
| FIT | Fitness and Lifetime Sports Elective | 1 | |
| HUM | Humanities Elective | 3 | |
| or | |||
| SSE | Social Science Elective | 3 | |
| or | |||
| ART | Art Elective | 3 | |
| or | |||
| FOR | Foreign Language Elective | 3 | |
| or | |||
| AAE | Applied Arts Elective | 3 | |
| or | |||
| IFE | International Field Experience Elective | 3 | |
| 18 | |||
| Fourth Semester | Credits | ||
| IMT221 | Commercial/Industrial Equipment Installation and Troubleshooting | 3 | |
| ELT245 | Introduction to Programmable Logic Control | 4 | |
| ELT248 | Electrical Systems Analysis | 3 | |
| OEA | Open Elective | 3 | |
| 13 | |||