IND-179 - Boiler Operation and Control

Lecture: 1

Lab: 2

Credit: 2

This course is designed to help students understand the evolution of the boiler system from the first century to modern day and understand the principles and applications of steam traps. This course will provide an overview of the operation of the boiler plate system, beginning with basic principles of steam energy and boiler plate design. This course will describe steam, steam trapping and different types of steam traps including sizing, installation and monitoring.

IND-212 - Safety Practices

Lecture: 1

Lab: 2

Credit: 2

This course will introduce OSHA safety standards, and upon completion of this course, students will receive the OSHA 10 hour general industry certification. This course relates OSHA as it applies to employers and employees engaged in a variety of businesses. Students will demonstrate how to safely use fall safety and other PPE to stay safe in the work place. Students will learn how to interpret a Safety Data Sheet to properly handle hazardous materials.

IND-252 - Powertrain and Pump Operation

Lecture: 1

Lab: 4

Credit: 3

This course discusses the principles and applications of various pumps and mechanical transmission systems. Students will learn the skills they need to select, operate, install, maintain, and repair the many different types of pumps used in the industry. Students will learn industrial skills on how to install, operate, and maintain basic mechanical transmission systems using chains, v-belts, spur gears, bearings, and couplings.