Industrial Maintenance Technician Certificate

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Are you a problem solver?
Do you like to work with your hands?
Enjoy working with equipment and machinery?

Earn an Industrial Maintenance Technician Certificate in 16-months!

Learn to install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair factory equipment and machinery.
Hybrid Course Format at South Campus
- Hands-on labs one day each week (Fridays)
- Weekly modules assignments completed online
Curriculum Credit Opportunities
Apprenticeship Opportunities

Advance your career with VGCC’s Industrial Maintenance Technician Certificate

The demand for skilled technicians and maintenance experts is HUGE!
All manufacturing companies require someone to maintain the equipment on the floor in order to reduce down-time.
Work is satisfying. No two days are the same.
Jobs are well-paying.

Typical Jobs

Facility and Building Maintenance
Industrial and Electrical Machinery Mechanic
Automotive Technician
Machinery Field Service Technician
Operation Technician
Production Maintenance Technician
Control and Plant Technician

For More Information Contact:
Dawn Michelle Tucker
tuckerd@vgcc.edu
252-738-3288

Course Sequence

Session 1: 12 weeks

Safety (4 weeks): This course provides an overview of safety and environmental regulations. Course content includes an overview of safety, health, and environmental considerations including material/chemical handling, equipment, emergency procedures, EPA regulations, air permits, waste handling and reduction, and labeling.

Circuit Analysis (10 weeks): This course introduces the fundamentals of electrical theory and components. Core topics include basic electricity, wiring components, applied math/measurements, and electrical and mechanical blueprint reading. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base for an entry level position in the electro-mechanical field.

Session 2: 16 weeks

Working SMART (3 weeks): This course is designed to develop and reinforce work and life skills that enhance employee productivity. Topics include communication, problem solving skills, time management, accountability, and more.

Motors and Controls (13 weeks): This course introduces the fundamentals of electrical theory and components. Core topics include basic electricity, wiring components, applied math/measurements, and electrical and mechanical blueprint reading. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base for an entry level position in the electro-mechanical field.

Session 3: 16 weeks

Intro to PLC’s and Electrical Maintenance (16 weeks): This course introduces the fundamentals of electrical theory and components. Core topics include basic electricity, wiring components, applied math/measurements, and electrical and mechanical blueprint reading. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base for an entry level position in the electro-mechanical field.

Session 4: 12 weeks

Hydraulics and Pneumatics and Mechanical Maintenance and Lubrication (12 weeks): This course introduces the basic components and functions of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Topics include standard symbols, pumps, control valves, control assemblies, actuators, FRL, maintenance procedures, and switching and control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of a fluid power system, including design, application, and troubleshooting.

Class Schedules

Course Title	Section	Total Hours	Course Dates	Location	REGISTER NOW	Class Time	Meeting Days	Room No.	Instructor	Fee
Course Title: Small Engine Repair 68437	Section: AUT 3200C S01	Total Hours: 96	Course Dates: 03/28/2023 – 05/18/2023	Location: South Campus – Creedmoor	REGISTER NOW: Register	Class Time: 6:00-9:00pm	Meeting Days: TTH	Room No.: G1118	Instructor: M. Wheeler	Fee: $184.60+Fees

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