Course Descriptions

The list below is NOT a complete list of program courses and shows courses taught in the previous, current, and two future terms. View complete degree/certificate requirements and course offerings by clicking the links below.


INTE 140 - Fundamentals of Industrial Machine Repair - 3.00 credits

This course is designed to present the fundamentals of the care and maintenance on a wide range of industrial equipment, including chain and gear drives, couplings and fluid power equipment. Lubricants and lubrication will be covered. The replacement of seals and bearings will be covered. Correct application and selection of hand and power tools. Basic motor alignment including laser alignment will be introduced.

INTE 150 - Fluid Power Fundamentals of Hydraulics and Pneumatics - 3.00 credits

An introduction to fluid power and pneumatic concepts. Topics include the physics of fluid power, safety, hydraulic pumps, air compressors, actuators, pressure and flow measurement and regulation, basic maintenance, motors, coolers, and operation of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

INTE 151 - Industrial Rigging - 3.00 credits

This course is designed to demonstrate to the student safe and correct means of rigging and hoisting equipment. Topics will include wire rope, synthetic and chain slings. The student will learn the fundamentals of wire rope maintenance, center of gravity calculations and safe crane operation.

INTE 260 - Industrial Pipefitting and Plumbing Fundamentals - 3.00 credits

Prerequisites: INTE 140. This course will teach the basic fundamentals of pipefitting and plumbing. The historical importance of these trades will be covered, as well as their modern day significance. Plumbing hardware and piping will be identified. Safety will be emphasized.