Basic Industrial Work Skills

Certificate in Applied Science

26 Credit Hours

This certificate is designed to offer employability skills for the industrial environment and prepare the student for various entry-level positions at industrial and manufacturing work sites. Topics such as safety, communication, problem solving and computer use are introduced.

Major Requirements

IDS 109	First Year Experience Seminar	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course introduces students to interdisciplinary thinking, academic integrity and the philosophy of the liberal arts and sciences education. Students develop skills to be academically successful: connecting to campus resources, improving information literacy and practicing integrative learning.Learn More

ENG 150	Basic Communications	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course develops practical oral and written communication skills.Learn More

IMT 102	Industrial Safety	2
Lec: 2 Lab: 0 Credit:2 This course covers safety awareness and practices found in industry. Course topics include positive attitude, personal safety, the proper use of equipment, fire prevention, lockout/tagout, electrical safety and OSHA.Learn More

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 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 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

QAT 110	Manufacturing Methods	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course introduces students to the theory and practices of fundamental production manufacturing methods.Learn More

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Admission into this program requires proof of high school graduation (or GED) and qualifying scores on SAT, ACT or the TTC placement test.

Gainful Employment

Basic Industrial Work Skills