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Day and Evening Certificate [C50240]; Diploma [D50240] and Degree [A50240] Program

The Industrial Systems Technology curriculum is designed to prepare or upgrade individuals to safely service, maintain, repair, or install equipment. Instruction includes theory and skill training needed for inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and diagnosing industrial systems.

Students will learn multicraft technical skills in blueprint reading, mechanical systems maintenance, electricity, hydraulics/pneumatics, welding, machining or fabrication, and includes various diagnostic and repair procedures. Practical application in these industrial systems will be emphasized and additional advanced course work may be offered.

Upon completion of this curriculum, graduates should be able to individually, or with a team, safely install, inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain industrial process and support equipment. Students will also be encouraged to develop their skills as lifelong learners.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Working conditions for Industrial Systems Technology graduates may vary depending on the area of employment. Most jobs are found in the industrial areas with a wide-range of working hours. The average annual starting salary is $25,000 - $30,000, depending on qualifications. Every industrial manufacturing plant has the need for people with skills that can be obtained from the Industrial Systems Technology program.

COURSE INFORMATION

Major Courses

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (Degree - 1 course) - This course introduces the basic principles of air conditioning and heating systems with an emphasis on preventive maintenance procedures.
Blueprint Reading (Degree, Diploma & Certificate - 1 course) - An introduction to the basic principles of blueprint reading.
Electricity (Degree - 6 courses; Diploma - 5 courses; Certificate - 1 course) - Degree, diploma, and certificate students will study electrical computations. Degree and diploma students will have further study in DC and AC electricity, basic wiring, industrial wiring, and motors and controls. Degree students will also take an introductory course in programmable logic controllers.
Electronics (Degree - 1 course) - A detailed study of PLC applications, with a focus on design of industrial control circuits using the PLC.
Hydraulics (Degree & Diploma - 1 course) - This course covers the basic components and functions of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Industrial Science (Degree, Diploma, & Certificate - 1 course) - This course introduces the principals of industrial safety, OSHA, and environmental regulations.
Computer Information Systems (Degree & Diploma - l course) - This course introduces basic computer usage for non-computer majors.
Maintenance (Degree - 2 courses; Diploma & Certificate - 1 course) - All students cover basic maintenance fundamentals for power transmission equipment. Degree students further study theory and practical applications relating to predictive and preventive maintenance programs.
Machining (Degree - 1 course) - Introduction to the manual programming, setup and operation of CNC machining centers.
Mechanical (Degree - 3 courses; Diploma & Certificate - 1 course) - All students take a course in machine processes, which includes safety, hand tools, measuring instruments, and the operation of machine shop equipment. Degree students also take an introduction to CAD/CAM and a course which includes specific CAM applications and concepts.
Welding (Degree & Diploma - 1 course) - This course introduces basic welding and cutting.

General Courses

English (Degree - 2 courses; Diploma - 1 course) - Industrial Systems Technology degree and diploma students take these courses that emphasize the writing process. Degree students also study professional communication skills.
Math ( Degree & Diploma 1 course) - This course provides an integrated approach to technology and the skills required to manipulate, display, and interpret mathematical functions and formulas used in problem solving.

Required Courses by Semester (Day)

Required Courses by Semester (Evening)

Faculty Advisor

The faculty advisor for Industrial Systems Technology is Randy Gunter, drgunter@randolph.edu, (336) 633-0257.