Associate
in Applied Science: Industrial Mechanics
Program Description
A student seeking an
AAS in Industrial Mechanics will receive the knowledge and hands-on experience
to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot any industrial machinery in a
manufacturing process. Graduates of the program will be competent in Industrial
Maintenance, Electrical Theory & Circuits, Hydraulics & Pneumatics,
Motor Controls, Process Control Theory, Programmable Logic Controllers, Pumps,
Compressors, Mechanical Drives, Wind Power, and Industrial Troubleshooting. Students
will be able to learn the theory & procedures for each machine and utilize
that knowledge in the lab to gain practical experience.
What Will I Learn?
Students will be able
to demonstrate the appropriate use of safety equipment, devices, and procedures
in the classroom and industrial environments, including workshop housekeeping,
tools storage, and maintenance safety guidelines. Students will evaluate the
application of basic theoretical knowledge of Industrial Maintenance to set up
and execute Preventive and Corrective Maintenance procedures for industrial
equipment and facilities, including Rotatory Equipment, Mechanical Drives,
Industrial Wiring, and VFD/PLC communication. They will explain
theoretically and practically the principles and operation of Laser alignment,
Vibration Concepts and Analysis, and Process Control Troubleshooting, for
Maintenance applications. Students will evaluate the operations of
electrical circuits AC/DC Voltage and current principles for series and
parallel circuits, applying measurement instruments, circuit protection, and
control relays. Students will understand the use of metering tools for
troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical systems for Basic
PLC Programming and Control, to execute maintenance activities, such as
Electrical Motor Controls, Ladder Diagrams, and Lockout/Tagout. They will
be able to demonstrate the ability to determine the procedure for guidance in
the performance of the specific maintenance task assigned for Controller
Operations, Power Supply Filtration & Regulation, Basic Hydraulics, and
Pneumatics.
How much will it cost?
In addition to tuition
and fees, students will pay a lab fee for courses requiring labs. This fee is
based on materials, consumables, and supplies required for the particular lab.
Lab fees may vary due to an individual's ability and materials required by the
course labs. Lab fees for particular courses are listed in core syllabi and
based on the average student completing the course. Contact program faculty for
more information on lab fees.
What is the job market?
For recent job
information such as median salary ranges, job growth/outlook, and job/career
opportunities in this field, visit the Workforce Solutions of the Coastal Bend
Center at the Beeville, Alice, and Kingsville locations or the Workforce
Solutions Alamo Center at the Pleasanton site.