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Textbooks for this program are written at about the twelfth grade level.
These texts may be used as a central part of the course or as supplements to
the lectures. Tests are based both on texts and on lectures.
In addition to their
texts, students will be using factory manuals. Much of their work involves
technical reading: charts (such as maintenance schedules), diagrams,
schematics, and blueprints. On the job, they will continue to read these
materials, as well as catalogues, service manuals, bulletins, memos, and
trade journals.
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Electro-Mechanical Technology program.
Communication Skills (COM703) is required in this program. In their other classes,
students work in teams to complete lab projects, and they also make oral
presentations to small groups. When they move into the work place, they can
expect to work as team members in a maintenance department. They may be
involved in "train the trainer" workshops, after which they must
teach their team members about new procedures associated with equipment
upgrades. In addition, maintenance technicians interact with personnel in
other departments, including management, production, and sales. They must
clearly present technical information to non-technical colleagues when they
explain, for instance, what repairs must be made and why they need certain
resources to accomplish a task. In written work for program courses, as well
as on the job, they must concisely and clearly describe equipment problems,
propose solutions, and document repairs made.
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Electro-Mechanical Technology program.
Students in the Industrial Electro-Mechanical Maintenance program take Applied
Math (MAT 772) and Applied Math II (MAT 773). They apply math skills in their
other courses as they use algebraic formulas, geometry to compute area and
volume, scientific notation to indicate electrical values, and trigonometry
in machining. They will continue to use these skills on the job.
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Electro-Mechanical Technology program.
Students are expected to enter the program with solid study skills. In their
coursework and on the job, they will refine their ability to observe
carefully, draw logical conclusions, and solve problems. Students who succeed
in this program are able to integrate their knowledge of mechanical and
electronic processes.
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Electro-Mechanical Technology program.
Students entering the program should have basic keyboarding and word
processing skills, which they will use in their writing classes. They should
also have some familiarity with spreadsheets for charting and analysis. Their
coursework will include computer-aided drafting, and instruction in using
software specific to logic controls and motor controls. They will continue to
use these computer skills on the job.
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Electro-Mechanical Technology program.
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