Technical Studies, AAS

Program Details

Semester 1

• ELT 303 - Principles of Electricity Credits: 3
• SDV 108 - The College Experience Credits: 1
• Any AAS Communications Core    Credits: 3
• Any course not already included in any of the following: ELT, MFG, CON, HCR, IND, WEL, or WTT Credits:9*

* Consider taking courses that fulfill prerequisites in subsequent semesters. 

Semester 2

• CAD 119 - Intro Computer-Aided Drafting Credits: 3
• Any AAS Core Math/Science    Credits: 3-4
• Select from Option 1  Credits 3-4
• Select from Option 2  Credits: 5 - 6

Semester 3

• Any AAS Core Distributed    Credits: 3
• Select from Option 3  Credits: 5 - 6

Semester 4

• ELT 131 - Motor Controls Credits: 3
• SPC 122 - Interpersonal Communication Credits: 3
• IND 903 - Technical Internship III Credits: 5
• Select from Option 4  Credits 3

Semester 5

• IND 904 - Technical Internship IV Credits: 5
• Any AAS Core Social and Behavioral Sciences    Credits: 3
• Select from Option 5  Credits: 5-7

Total Credits Required to Complete this Award - 64

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$160.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total cost for the program: **$11,940

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial mechancial equipment.
• Develop and utilize predictive and preventive maintenance programs.
• Perform facilities maintenance and upgrades.
• Perform preventive maintenance, calibrations and upgrades on existing equipment.
• Maintain service records.
• Interact with members of the work force who have various levels of knowledge and experience with electronic equipment.  

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Apply technical skills in mechanical and electronic equipment and repair.
• Diagnose and repair industrial hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Use digital electronic equipment in automated production systems.
• See details in objects and drawings.
• Read gauges and dials correctly.
•  Mechanical ability and basic mechanical experience.
• Work thoroughly and accurately.
• Climb and work safely on ladders, scaffolding, and ramps. 
• Work in cramped positions.

What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?

• Great variety of types of work in many types of business and industry.
• Demonstrate the ability to be a “self-starter.”
• There are chances for overtime work at a higher pay rate, as well as emergency calls at odd hours.
• You can start your own business.
• Some career choices will require you to furnish your own tools. 

Program Competencies

1. Demonstrate workplace basic skills of communicating, computing, problem-solving, accountability, and displaying a strong work ethic.
2. Think analytically, critically, and creatively to pursue new ideas, acquire new knowledge, and make decisions.
3. Apply knowledge of skilled trade.
4. Implement plan to prioritize and complete work.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the safety requirements for industry.

Nondiscrimination Statement

DMACC offers career and technical programs in the following areas of study:

Agriculture, National & Environmental Services /Architecture, Engineering, and Construction/Arts, Design, and Visual communications/Business, Management, and Marketing/Education, Public, and Human Services/Health Science/Hospitality and Culinary/Information Technology/Manufacturing/Transportation & Logistics

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, hiring practices or the provision of services, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (in employment), disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status of a person. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.

Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA  50023, phone 515/964-6857, sgbittner@dmacc.edu.  Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA  50023, phone 515/964-6216, title9@dmacc.edu.  Question or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone 312/730-1560, tax 312/730-1576..

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