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The Engineering Graphics and Design Technology program provides the technical training for students to interpret and produce engineering and architectural graphics and data. Students are eligible for this certificate after completing the first semester of a Drafting and Design Technology AAS degree. This is a career program designed for students to go directly into the labor market upon completion. Although some of the courses in this program will transfer to four-year institutions, this program is not designed to be a transfer program of study; therefore, it is not subject to the terms and conditions of Alabama Transfers state transfer and articulation reporting system.

The Welding Technology curriculum provides students with a sound understanding of the science, technology, and applications essential for successful employment in the welding and metalworking industry.Instruction includes consumable and non-consumable electrode welding and cutting processes. Courses may include math, print reading, metallurgy, welding inspection, and destructive and non-destructive testing providing the student with industry-standard skills developed through classroom training and practical application.Graduates of the Welding Technology curriculum may be employed as entry-level technicians in the welding and metalworking industries. Career opportunities also exist in construction, manufacturing, fabrication, sales, quality control, supervision, and welding-related self-employment.

Job Corps’ Electrical, Pre-Apprentice training program teaches students the skills needed to work with electrical systems in homes, businesses and factories, including how to install, maintain and repair electrical power, communications, lighting and control systems in places of all sizes, read blueprints and diagrams and will need to follow state and local building regulations, and use various hand tools and power tools. This program specifically prepares students for a Registered Apprenticeship after graduation. Students who complete the Electrical, Pre-Apprentice training program can earn industry-recognized credentials from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and certifications in construction health and safety from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Embarking on the journey of Small Engine Technology I, students are immersed in the intricate world of small internal-combustion engines, prevalent in diverse industries such as lawn and garden, marine, and high-performance power sports. Through a curriculum designed for safety, students not only gain the knowledge to maintain but also master the skills to repair these engines. The focus extends to manual starting systems, ignition systems, cooling systems, and exhaust systems, preparing students to diagnose and service with precision.Continuing the voyage in Small Engine Technology II, students ascend to a higher echelon of expertise. The curriculum delves deeper into the intricacies of small internal-combustion engines, fostering an understanding of the causes of engine failure. Students are not just technicians; they become adept analysts, performing diagnostic and troubleshooting operations with finesse.This advanced program doesn't merely stop at knowledge acquisition; it paves the way for potential certifications in the Equipment and Engine Training Council (EETC). Beyond academia, graduates find themselves poised for diverse career opportunities. Whether in small engine labs, technical schools, or even the military, the skills honed in Small Engine Technology II position students for success in a variety of professional pathways.

Students will learn a computer-aided software most commonly used by machine technology professionals. This course will cover creating 2D drawings and part programming using Mastercam 2024 to create CNC code for Machining Centers. For more information, 631-851-6200.(10 meetings)

Lorain County Community College now offers the first bachelor of applied science in microelectronic manufacturing in Ohio.The new bachelor of applied science in microelectronic manufacturing is an industry-tailored, hands-on program with core content in Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and microelectronic manufacturing, design, assembly and prototyping with additional content in quality, electronics and drafting. Building on the associate of applied science in MEMS, the bachelor's degree program will develop your knowledge in computer science, electronics, soldering, chemistry and mechanics and teaches you to perform work on a microscopic scale. Our faculty work closely with industry partners to do develop this program to meet industry needs and prepare you for in-demand career opportunities.Job opportunities include:Manufacturing engineerProcess engineerPCB team leadElectronic engineerElectronic draftsmanManufacturing management/supervisory roles

The skilled trades industrial occupations technology certificate of specialization offers education and training in skilled trades including:ElectronicsProgrammable logic controllers (PLC)/roboticsSheet metal manufacturingAssembly workDepending on the trade, additional technical courses are required for the specific certificate.

This program provides training in which students gain the skills, knowledge, and experience for employment in Industrial Systems Maintenance occupations. The students will acquire techniques and skills applicable to the rapidly growing field of Industrial Systems Technology.The student will have the opportunity to learn fundamental principles of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and robotic systems used in advanced manufacturing applications. Additionally, process control, instrumentation and Programmable Logic Control (PLC) systems and techniques are covered. Students who complete all courses listed in the curriculum will be awarded an associate in applied science degree in Industrial Systems Technology. Successful completion of the program prepares graduates for entry-level employment in a variety of industrial-related fields.

Wires and parts interest some people. If you like to work with your hands, have good eyesight and a commitment to precision, this may be a good career for you.Instructors are field engineers currently employed by local firms to provide the latest trends in electronics, and market demands in this hands-on training program.

This certificate will prepare students to become machine operators in the machine tool industry. The courses involved in this certificate program can be applied to the CNC diploma or the Associate Degree in Advanced Machine Tool Technology.

This program is for students looking to work within the exciting field of Welding Engineering Technology. Students will learn welding skills including MIG, TIG, metal cutting techniques and small machine operation related welding in addition to weld blueprint reading and related processes. CNC fabrication equipment commonly associated with welding fabrication will also be introduced. Students will be performing hands on welding and completing projects throughout this program to develop hands on skills that employers are looking for.

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