In this trade you install, repair and maintain industrial plant machinery and equipment, read and interpret blueprints, dismantle and move stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, install, troubleshoot and maintain power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and programmable logic controls, operate a variety of machine tools and welding equipment.
Major advances in technology in recent years have led to a demand for qualified, multi-skilled technicians for the process and manufacturing industries. This program provides training in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of various pneumatic, electronic, and micro-processor-based process control systems, while emphasizing safety and teamwork throughout the program.
This is an entry-level program for individuals who want to learn how to safely operate heavy equipment in a variety of industrial settings. The program enables you to enter the workforce with all the safety training required in this field. The theory component is designed to deliver a comprehensive understanding of equipment maintenance, heavy equipment system operations, and proper site management emphasizing the importance of quality and safety in these areas.
This program provides you with the skills and knowledge to diagnose and repair faults in mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic/electrical systems used in a diverse range of Heavy Duty Equipment and Truck and Transport vehicles. The equipment and vehicles you learn to repair and maintain range from heavy duty off road equipment to transport trucks and from farm equipment to marine engines. Workplace safety is an important aspect of your training. You learn how to maintain a safe shop environment and become aware of how to safely handle hazardous products.
This program provides you with entry level skills and a working knowledge of fundamental shop skills, welding, electrical, hydraulics, braking systems and wheels and tires used on Heavy Duty Equipment and Truck and Transport vehicles. Workplace safety is an important aspect of your training. You learn how to maintain a safe shop environment and become aware of how to safely handle hazardous products.
This program is designed for individuals interested in working in the field of natural gas and propane installation and service. You are provided the instruction required Gas Technician III and Gas Technician II certification levels. This program includes both theoretical and practical (hands-on) components. Areas of study include codes of practice, electrical controls and devices, fuel gas piping, metering devices, and heating systems.
This program provides specialized training in the area of building-related drafting techniques, design theory and application. In the 1st year, you're introduced to drafting concepts through the study and application of manual drawing, sketching and drafting techniques. You explore wood frame construction principles, as applied to residential-scale projects and develop your computer-aided drafting skills, using AutoCAD. In the 2nd year, you develop advanced 2D and 3D computer-aided drafting and presentation skills using AutoCAD, Architectural Desktop, and Revit.
In this program you learn to maintain and repair industrial and marine diesel engines and their components. This is important work that contributes to the overall success of a company and can have a significant impact on the workplace. This program is well-suited for mechanically-minded persons with good problem-solving skills.
Many of today's senior construction leaders are graduates of this highly respected program. This is a good fit for a self-motivated and organized person who enjoys working as an administrator or supervisor in the construction industry. In this program, you gain an understanding of the basic principles and practices used to manage construction projects—from contract administration, to estimating costs and coordinating worksites. You also get real experience working in an actual construction setting.
In this program, you're introduced to mechanical drafting disciplines and become familiar with the many additional opportunities that are available in other graphic related fields. Technical mathematics and communications specific to these fields are integrated. Problem-solving abilities and drafting skills are honed through practical assignments where you think through the process of drawing development. Production of drawings using computer-aided-drafting (CAD) is a significant component.
