Industrial Mechanic

Certificate in Applied Science

27 Credit Hours

The Industrial Mechanic program prepares students for employment in industrial mechanics. This program teaches skills required for troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of mechanical systems.

IMT prefix courses are available based on demand. See your program advisor.

Major Requirements

IMT 105	Mechanical Sketching	2
Lec: 1 Lab: 3 Credit:2 This course provides hands-on instruction in blueprint reading and sketching so the student will be able to utilize analytical and visualization skills in the development of sketching techniques and understanding blueprints.Learn More

IMT 124	Pumps	2
Lec: .5 Lab: 4.5 Credit:2 This course covers packing, seals, couplings, alignment, bearings and rebuilding pumps.Learn More

IMT 132	Hydraulics	2
Lec: 1 Lab: 3 Credit:2 This course is a study of basic hydraulic terminology and principles of hydraulics and pneumatics.Learn More

IMT 133	Pneumatics	2
Lec: 1 Lab: 3 Credit:2 This course is a study of basic pneumatic terminology and principles for industrial applications.Learn More Prerequisites IMT 132

IMT 151	Piping Systems	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course covers plumbing and piping systems used in industrial, commercial and/or residential construction. Emphasis will be placed on the reading and sketching of piping schematics as well as the fabrication and design of piping systems. This course will also include pump technology and valve maintenance.Learn More

IMT 160	Preventive Maintenance	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers preventive maintenance techniques, lubrication, bearing, mechanical troubleshooting and the use of computers in maintenance.Learn More

IMT 161	Mechanical Power Applications	4
Lec: 3 Lab: 3 Credit:4 This course covers mechanical transmission devices, including procedures for installation, removal and maintenance. Emphasis is placed on drive systems consisting of belts and pulleys, chains and sprockets, and gear drives used to transmit power.Learn More

IMT 163	Problem Solving for Mechanical Applications	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers troubleshooting techniques such as critical thinking in mechanical situations, practical problem-solving techniques, root-cause analysis, and mechanical procedures with heavy emphasis on computational and analytical problemsolving skills.Learn More Prerequisites IMT 132 and IMT 133

IMT 210	Basic Industrial Skills I	3
Lec: 2.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:3 This course is designed to give students an introduction to basic safety, construction math, and hand tools as related to industrial applications. (Note: Course is aligned with NCCER modules 00101, 00102 and 00103.)Learn More

IMT 211	Basic Industrial Skills II	3
Lec: 2.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:3 This course is designed to give students an introduction to power tools, blueprints and rigging. Students will learn basic communication and employability skills as related to industrial applications. (Note: Course is aligned with NCCER modules 00104, 00105, 00106, 00107 and 00108.)Learn More

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Admission into this program requires qualifying scores on SAT, ACT or TTC’s placement test. High school graduation is not required if you are at least 18 years old.