Applied Engineering Technology-Electro-Mechanical Technologies AAS

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The Applied Engineering Technology program prepares students for a career as a maintenance technician in industrial manufacturing. At the completion of the program, students should be able to troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment ranging from basic mechanical equipment and electrical motor controls to the more complex systems used in manufacturing environments.

For more information about the Applied Engineering Technology program, please visit our website at www.dmacc.edu/programs/aet.

Location: Ankeny

Selected courses in this program are offered at other campuses.

Students start Fall semester.

Program Entry Requirements

Complete an application for admission.
Satisfy the assessment requirement.
Attend any required information/registration session.

Graduation Requirements

To earn an Applied Engineering Technology AAS degree, a student must complete all coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average.

Semester 1

MAT 772 - Applied Math Credits: 3
MFG 276 - Hand & Bench Machine Tools Credits: 1
ELT 303 - Principles of Electricity Credits: 3
SDV 108 - The College Experience Credits: 1
CSC 105 - Computer Essentials Credits: 1
ELT 131 - Motor Controls Credits: 3

Semester 2

MAT 773 - Applied Math II Credits: 3
COM 703 - Communication Skills Credits: 3
MGT 164 - Total Quality Management Credits: 3
IND 146 - Mech Power Transmission I Credits: 3
CON 336 - Care/Use of Hand/Power Tools Credits: 1
MFG 121 - Machine Trade Printreading I Credits: 2

Semester 3

MFG 250 - Engine Lathe Theory Credits: 1
MFG 251 - Engine Lathe Operations Lab Credits: 2
MFG 260 - Mill Operations Theory Credits: 1
MFG 261 - Milling Operations Lab Credits: 2
IND 147 - Mechanical Power Trans II Credits: 4

Semester 4

ELT 217 - Advanced Motor Controls Credits: 3
ELT 791 - Hydraulics & Pneumatics Credits: 3
ELT 792 - Hydraulics & Pneumatics Lab Credits: 2
ELT 123 - Programmable Controllers Credits: 3
IND 144 - Pump Overhaul and Repair Credits: 4
Select one course from Option 1 Credits: 3

Option 1 - Select 1

BMA 177 - Indus. Plumbing & Pipefitting Credits: 3
ELT 721 - Robotics Credits: 3

Semester 5

MFG 172 - Related Welding-Indust Maint Credits: 3
MGT 145 - Human Relations in Business Credits: 3
CAD 119 - Intro Computer-Aided Drafting Credits: 3
MFG 524 - PM & Diagnosing Mech/Elec Sys Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete this AAS Degree: Electro-Mechanical Technologies Concentration - 67

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$147.00 per credit

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

Varied Costs

	Semester 1	Semester 2	Semester 3	Semester 4	Semester 5
Books (approximate)	300	300	100	300	300
Supplies				55

Approximate total for program: $11,204*

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

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

Troubleshoot and repair industrial mechanical equipment.
Develop and utilize predictive and preventive maintenance programs.
Perform facilities maintenance and upgrades.
Use digital electronic equipment including PLCs.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical motor controls and electrical 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.
Diagnose and repair power transmission systems in industrial equipment.
Wind turbine technicians will need the following attributes:

Ability to climb towers and work outside.
Ability to work in confined spaces.
Lift heavy equipment and tools, some in excess of 45 pounds.
Be unafraid of heights and confined spaces.
Possess a healthy respect for heights.
Be in excellent physical condition.
Work well in a team environment.
Ability to work productively in adverse conditions.
Ability to work while suspended in a harness for extended periods of time.

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

High demand for industrial electrical and mechanical technicians.
Great variety of types of work in many types of business and industry.
Wind turbine technicians with the following conditions could have limited career opportunities:
Heart disease or hypertension
Epilepsy, seizures, or blackouts
Dizziness or impaired balance
Severe allergic reaction to insect bites (anaphylactic shock)
Brittle or uncontrolled diabetes
Peripheral Vascular Disease (poor blood circulation to extremities)
Severe hearing loss
Psychiatric illness
Extreme Sun Sensitivity
Severe tendonitis or arthritis
Obesity
Anticipated average starting salary $39,676 (2012-2013 Placement Report).

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