The Industrial Maintenance major provides a structured yet flexible degree path for those interested in developing hands-on skills in various aspects of plant maintenance.

The core technical courses include basics in electrical, mechanical and welding. Students will focus in one of these areas by pursuing classes in plastics, robotics or heating, ventilating and air conditioning. A list of technical electives can be found in the catalog.

This major is ideal for individuals who have completed or are working on an ap-prenticeship program, and would like to complete an associate degree.

• Understand blueprint drawings and the basics of hydraulics and quality control.

• Prepare drawing on Computer-Aided Design (CAD) to completely describe a part for manufacture.

• Learn to produce and inspect parts using various types of tools and manual machines.

• Understand and use electricity as it applies to industrial applications such as PLC’s and motor controls.

• Learn the fundamentals of power transmission as it relates to typical industrial components.

• Understand the basics of welding as it relates to safety, definitions, and the various types such as fusion welding, brazing and cutting.