INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE COURSES

Enrolling in Industrial Maintenance Classes

Getting started in our Industrial Maintenance Technician program begins with three simple steps:

1. Fill out the enrollment form.
2. Talk with an Admissions Representative.
3. Start industrial maintenance classes!

Our Admissions Representatives will work with you to help get any documents submitted and any additional information that’s needed. One qualification for our program includes proof of schooling, which could include:

• A standards-based high school diploma.
• A state-issued GED certificate or state-authorized equivalent exam.
• An official home-schooling certificate.
• A transcript or other evidence of having previously attended a Title IV-eligible program at a postsecondary institution.

For more information on admissions requirements, head here.²³

Industrial Maintenance Course Overview

With hands-on labs and an instructor-led curriculum developed with industry experts, our students receive training to help prepare them to pursue a career.

Here’s a look at the maintenance technician classes in our Industrial Maintenance Technician program (course titles and descriptions are subject to change):³³

Energy Industry Fundamentals

This course reviews the history of the power technology industry, covering both its past and present developments, as well as common terminology and definitions used in the field. Students engage in hands-on activities that demonstrate principles of physics as they apply to hydraulics and pneumatics, along with foundational knowledge of the various components used in these systems.

Safety Compliance

This introductory class will inform students about the hazards encountered in the workplace. Topics covered in this course include lifting and rigging, fire prevention, lockout/tagout, as well as confined space and hazmat safety. Students will apply what they have learned during classroom activities by conducting real-time audits of standard operating procedures.

DC Electrical Theory

In this course, students will learn about direct current (DC) electrical theory and its applications. The course is designed to teach students how to interpret electrical circuit schematics and diagrams, including charging and storage functions. Students will design, calculate, build and troubleshoot various electrical circuits, using or constructing electrical schematics and employing proper testing equipment.

AC Electrical Theory

In this course, students will learn single-phase alternating current (AC) electrical theory and principles, as well as their applications to energy technology and power generation systems. Students will complete comprehensive lab projects, utilizing schematics to troubleshoot electrical faults and disassemble components for repair, testing and inspection.

Practical Math and Applied Physics

Students will gain knowledge in mathematics, which they will apply to relevant subject areas throughout the program. These applications include the use of formulas, unit conversions, the imperial system, the metric system and other topics essential to progress in the program. Additionally, students will study physics concepts and calculations relevant to various industrial disciplines.

Materials Processing, Fabrication and Basic Diesel

In this course, students will complete standard inspections, and preventative maintenance practices will be demonstrated. The selection and use of proper tools and standard maintenance procedures will be emphasized. Students will also properly complete pre-job task meetings and documentation, including job hazard analysis/job safety analysis forms, confined space permits, lockout/tagout forms and hot work permits.

Metrology

In this course, students will learn the proper use and interpretation of precision measuring devices, such as dial indicators, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges and thread pitch gauges, as well as the importance of these tools. Additionally, students will learn about safety requirements for performing tasks on the job, including an understanding of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and certification. General lab safety, material handling, and regulatory compliance will also be addressed.

Gas Turbine Theory and Process Technology

This course covers the basic principles and fundamentals of refrigeration processes and operations, with a primary focus on industrial and commercial refrigeration equipment. Students will study basic preventative maintenance, scheduled maintenance, and troubleshooting as they relate to gas turbines. They will also develop an understanding of the various components and operations of the energy industry.

Advanced Electrical and Industrial Controls

Students will build on their prior learning of DC and AC electrical theory to advance their knowledge of more sophisticated electrical circuits and troubleshoot electrical controls such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and three-phase power systems. Students will complete comprehensive lab projects, utilizing schematics to troubleshoot electrical faults and disassemble components for repair, testing and inspection.

Boilers and Steam Turbine Operations

Students will study basic preventative maintenance, scheduled maintenance, and troubleshooting. They will gain an understanding of the various components and operations of the energy industry. Students will also learn the basic operation and design of boiler systems, including start-up and shutdown procedures. The safety requirements for high-pressure and high-heat systems will be explained and reinforced through case studies.

Next Steps After the Program

The Industrial Maintenance Technician program can be completed in just seven months.

There are several career avenues that could be pursued by skilled industrial maintenance technicians. Most of our grads start out prepared to work as entry-level technicians or in other entry-level roles.1 As with any industry, over time, they may be able to advance in their career with experience and hard work. Some entry-level and advanced roles could include:⁷⁷

Entry-level

• Industrial maintenance technician
• Installation technician
• Field service technician
• Boiler technician
• Plant technician

Advanced

• Maintenance mechanic
• Major component mechanic