Integrated Technology Course Offerings
IT 100 Machine Processes I. 3 hours credit. This is an introductory course to machine shop operations. Basic machine shop calculations, measurement, blueprint readings, material science and benchwork are introduced in the course.
IT 102 Machine Processes II. 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: IT 100. This is a course which introduces the student to the safe and efficient operation of engine lathes, milling machines, grinders, power saws and drill presses. A portion of the course may be taught on-site at local industrial manufacturing facilities.
IT 116 Mechanical Devices and Systems. 3 hours credit. This is a basic course in mechanical principles that is designed to provide career awareness and entry level mechanical curriculum training.
IT 117 Fluid Power. 3 hours credit. This is a basic course in fluid power that is designed to provide career awareness and entry level fluid power curriculum training.
IT 120 Beginning Concepts of CNC. 3 hours credit. The student will learn the general methods of Computer Numerical Control (CNC), along with Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM). The course will also cover the basics of robotics in the manufacturing process.
IT 141 Industrial Management and Supervision. 3 hours credit. A course for those who either want to become supervisors or want to improve their present supervisory skills and knowledge. Introduces management functions and principles as they apply to the supervisory level of management.
IT 150 Machine Trades Print Reading. 3 hours credit. Topics include types of prints, conventional drafting, computer-aided design, print layout, object representation, shop math, GD&T, threads and fasteners, sectional views, auxiliary views, detail and assembly prints, machined features, gears and cams and numerical control documents The focus of the course is to help students in machine grades with visualization of print components, assemblies and subassemblies, and then introduce the various areas on prints and related paperwork where additional information can be found. The course is intended to present machine trades production drawings from the viewpoint of the blueprint reader, rather that the viewpoint of the draftsman.
IT 204 Manufacturing Processes. 3 hours credit. This course is a comprehensive introduction to state-of-the art technology on materials and manufacturing processes. Rapidly growing technologies such as those found in the plastics and aerospace industries are emphasized.
IT 205 Industrial Safety. 3 hours credit. This course focuses on developing good safety attitudes for a safe workplace by recognizing and controlling hazards, determining acceptable risk, learning about industry standards as well as federal and local safety/health regulations.
IT 212 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing for Design and Engineering. 2 credit hours. Prerequisites: Practical inspection, design and/or engineering experience. This course is designed for those employed in the inspection, design and engineering fields and introduces the key elements, symbols and concepts need to created and interpret engineering designs and drawings incorporating the concepts of Geometric Dimensioning and Toleranceing. Students gain an understanding of and ability to apply GD&T principles to design, manufacturing and inspection in accordance with ASME Y 14.5M-1994 standards.
IT 215 Introduction to Robots. 3 hours credit. A course designed to acquaint the student with the world of industrial robots and the automated systems that make them work. Students will learn to develop a variety of robotic programs that have industrial application and will test them (by running) on an educational robotic system.
IT 220 Advanced Automated Manufacturing with CNC. 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: IT 120. The student will learn to design and manufacture, plus the process control, modification and final installation of projects. The course will allow the student to design and manufacture projects to assure a professional experience in automated manufacturing.
IT 240 Industrial Maintenance I. 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: IT 116 and IT 177 or concurrent enrollment. This course overviews the wide variety of skills and information necessary for today's industrial plant maintenance personnel.
IT 253/254 Special Topics. 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: Approval of dean and instructor. Topics of specific interest to the student will be developed. These topics will be established by student needs or requirements. Areas of specific needs will be pursued and instructional material that lends itself to current trends or topics that are needed to supplement normal classroom instruction will be offered.
IT 193 and 194 Internship I and II. 1-3 hours credit each. Integrate education with on-the-job experience (unpaid positions). See page 68 for a complete description of these courses.
IT 197, 198, 297 and 298 Cooperative Education I, II, III and IV. 2-6 hours credit each. Integrate education with on-the-job experience (paid positions). See page 68 for a complete description of these courses.
