Precision Manufacturing and Maintenance for GACATT (PMA2)  Diploma

Emphasizes the application of basic mathematical skills used in the solution of occupational and technical problems. Topics include fractions decimals percents ratios and proportions measurement and conversion formula manipulation technical applications and basic statistics.

Emphasizes concepts and operations which are applied to the study of algebra. Topics include basic mathematical concepts basic algebraic concepts and intermediate algebraic concepts.

Emphasizes human relations and professional development in today*s rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include human relations skills job acquisition skills and communication job retention skills job advancement skills and professional image skills.

Provides a comprehensive introduction to computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining processes. Topics include: safety Computer Numerical Control of machinery setup and operation of CNC machinery introduction to programming of CNC machinery introduction to CAD/CAM.

This course provides instruction in manufacturing control process and work cell interfacing. Emphasis is placed on open and closed loop systems. Instruction is also given in the area of linear integrated circuits. Topics include process control sensor and cell level interfacing fluid level pressure and flow measurement pneumatic controls and human factors and safety.

Emphasizes mechanical techniques for maintaining, troubleshooting, installing, and repairing drives, conveyor systems, and valves. Topics include: gas laws; pressure and force calculations; hydraulic systems vs pneumatic systems; cylinders, pressure controls, and system controls; hydraulic and pneumatic symbology; hydraulic and pneumatic system layout; interfacing hydraulic or pneumatic systems with other systems; applied mechanisms; belt, chain, and gear drives; drive train components; valves; and conveyor systems.

The course reviews flexible manufacturing system electrical electronic and mechanical principles by providing opportunities to plan and prepare for constructing and operating an actual flexible automated system. Emphasis is also placed on work cell design by allowing students to work in instructor-supervised teams assembling and operating automated production system cells. Topics include flexible system planning and preparation work cell design prototype or demonstration work cell operation and work cell debugging and troubleshooting.

This course provides learners with the knowledge and skills associated with quality and productivity in the manufacturing environment. Topics include world class manufacturing, statistical process control, and problem solving.

This course introduces direct current (DC) concepts and applications. Topics include: electrical principles and laws; batteries; DC test equipment; Series, parallel, and simple combination circuits; and laboratory procedures and safety practices. 

This course introduces alternating current concepts, theory, and application of varying sine wave voltages and current, and the physical characteristics and applications of solid state devices. Topics include, but are not limited to, electrical laws and principles, magnetism, inductance and capacitance.

Introduces the fundamental concepts necessary for safe operation of basic machine tools, print reading, and mechanical laws and principles. Topics include: safety, introduction to threads and fasteners, power tool operation, precision measurements, print reading and sketching, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, mechanical laws and principles, material processing, and layout and assembly.

This course introduces and emphasizes the basic skill necessary for mechanical maintenance personnel. Instruction is also provided in the basic physics concepts applicable to the mechanics of industrial production equipment and the application of mechanical principles with additional emphasis on power transmission and specific mechanical components.

This course provides instruction in the fundamentals of safely operating hydraulic pneumatic and pump and piping systems. Theory and practical application concepts are discussed. Topics include hydraulic system principles and components pneumatic system principles and components and the installation maintenance and troubleshooting of pump and piping systems.

Applies advanced instrumentation in conjunction with principles of mechanical physics vibration and particulate analysis thermography and advanced reliability concepts relative to precision/predictive maintenance of industrial equipment.

Provides Industrial Mechanics the basic machine shop skills to perform common mechanical repairs such as: repair of scored pump shafts, motor shafts, conveyor shafts or valve stems; repair or fabrication of support brackets; fabrication of simple shaped (cylindrical or rectangular) parts; making or repairing keyseats and keys.

This course introduces industrial manufacturing processes that employ processes for material shaping, joining, machining and assembly to the student. Topics include: casting, shaping and molding of metals, ceramics and polymers; particulate processing of metals and ceramics, metal forming, machining, sheet metal working, joining and assembling, surface treatment, and manufacturing design considerations. Emphasis is provided on raw materials, quality, and costs of finished products. The course includes lab exercises that demonstrate the applications of the topics covered in actual manufacturing processes.

Provides instruction in the setup, operations, maintenance, and assembly operations of surface grinders. Introduces the properties of various metals, production methods, and identification of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Topics include: heat treatment safety, metallurgy principles, heat treatment of metals, surface grinders, surface grinder maintenance, surface grinder setup, surface grinder operations, and safety.