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Industrial Maintenance Technician, TCC (IM31) Technical Certificate of Credit
The Industrial Maintenance Technician certificate program prepares students to install, program, troubleshoot, repair, and modify machinery and automated systems in manufacturing environments. Emphasis is on the maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial control systems and automated equipment.
This program qualifies for the HOPE Career Grant.
Program Outcomes: Graduates will safely operate industrial tools, perform precise measurements, interpret technical drawings, and maintain, inspect, and repair both industrial control systems and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), equipping them for key roles in industrial maintenance.
Careers: Industrial Machinery Mechanic
Start Terms:
- Fall, Spring, Summer
Length of Program: 3 Terms
Admission Requirements:
| Occupational Courses | 22 |
|---|---|
| IDSY 1101DC Circuit Analysis
This course introduces direct current (DC) concepts and applications. Topics include: electrical principles and laws; batteries; DC test equipment; Series, parallel, and simple combination circuits; and laboratory procedures and safety practices. Approved Course Substitution: ELTR 1010 or IDFC 1011 |
3 |
| IDSY 1105AC Circuit Analysis
This course introduces alternating current concepts, theory, and application of varying sine wave voltages and current, and the physical characteristics and applications of solid state devices. Topics include, but are not limited to, electrical laws and principles, magnetism, inductance and capacitance. Approved Course Substitution: ELTR 1020 or IDFC 1012 |
3 |
| IDSY 1112Motor Controls I
This course introduces the fundamental concepts, principles, and devices involved in industrial motor controls, theories and applications of single and three-phase motors, wiring motor control circuits, and magnetic starters and braking. Topics include, but are not limited to, motor theory and operating principles, control devices, symbols and schematic diagrams, NEMA standards, Article 430 NEC and preventative maintenance and troubleshooting. Approved Course Substitution: ELTR 1110 |
4 |
| IDSY 2000PLC 1
This course introduces the operational theory, systems terminology, PLC installation, and programming procedures for Programmable Logic Controllers. Emphasis is placed on PLC programming, connections, installation, and start-up procedures. Other topics include timers and counters, relay logic instructions, and hardware and software applications. Approved Course Substitution: ELTR 1220 |
4 |
| IDSY 1171Industrial Mechanics
This course introduces and emphasizes the basic skill necessary for mechanical maintenance personnel. Instruction is also provided in the basic physics concepts applicable to the mechanics of industrial production equipment, and the application of mechanical principles with additional emphasis on power transmission and specific mechanical components. |
4 |
| IDSY 2001PLC II
This course provides for hands on development of operational skills in the maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial control systems and automated equipment. Topics include data manipulation, math instructions, introduction to HMI, analog control, and troubleshooting discrete IO devices. |
4 |
Faculty
Industrial Systems Technology Instructor
Ben Hill-Irwin & Coffee Campuses
Industrial Systems Technology Instructor
Coffee Campus
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Technical & Industrial
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Automation Technology
- Basic Mechatronics Technician, TCC
- Automation and Robotics Technology I, TCC
- Automation Technology, Diploma
- Mechatronics Technology, Degree
- Industrial Electrician, TCC
- Industrial Electrical Assistant, TCC
- Programmable Control Technician, TCC
- Industrial Fluid Power Technician, TCC
- Industrial Systems Fundamentals, TCC
- Industry 4.0 Technology, Degree
- Industrial Maintenance Assistant, TCC
- Industrial Maintenance Technician, TCC
- Programmable Control Technician II, TCC
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The information in this College Catalog and Student Handbook accurately reflects current policies and procedures at the time of publication. Students are admitted to the College under and are subject to the provisions of the Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Catalog and Student Handbooks for the term they initially enroll. Students in all programs are admitted under and are subject to the provisions of the College Catalog and Student Handbook and applicable addendums for the term they are admitted to the program at Wiregrass Georgia Technical College. If for any reason a break in enrollment occurs, students must reapply and satisfy the College Catalog and Student Handbook requirements for the term of their re-entry to any program. The provisions of this catalog are not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between Wiregrass Georgia Technical College and the student. The College reserves the right to change any provision or requirement at any time.
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