IDS 101 INDUSTRIAL COMPUTER APPLICATIONS (3-5-5)
Prerequisites: IFC 101, SCT 100
Provides a foundation in industrial computers and computer systems with a focus in linking computers to the plant floor process. Topics include: hardware, software, boot sequence, configuration, troubleshooting, and communication platforms.

IDS 102 PRINT READING AND PROBLEM SOLVING (3-2-4)
Prerequisites: Program admission
Introduces practical problem solving techniques as practiced in an industrial setting. Topics include: analytical problem solving, troubleshooting techniques, reading blueprints and technical diagrams, schematics and symbols, specifications and tolerances. The course emphasizes how the machine or mechanical system works, reading engineering specifications and applying a systematic approach to solving the problem.

IDS 103 INDUSTRIAL WIRING (3-9-6)
Prerequisites: IFC 101, IFC 102
Teaches the fundamental concepts of industrial wiring with an emphasis on installation procedures. Topics include: grounding, raceways, three-phase systems, transformers (three-phase and single-phase), wire sizing, overcurrent protection, NEC requirements, industrial lighting systems, switches, receptacles, cable connectors, and termination technology.

IDS 104 APPLIED AC AND DC ELECTRICITY (5-5-7)
Prerequisites: Program admission
Provides an overview of applied electricity for technical and industrial applications. Topics include electrical units and principles, applied DC circuits, applied AC circuits, common transformers, single phase circuits, three phase circuits, introduction to troubleshooting and common industrial motors/motor controls. The course emphasizes basic electrical terminology and associated problem solving in electrical technology. Competencies are reinforced with practical hands-on lab exercises and use of electrical meters.

IDS 105 DC AND AC MOTORS (2-3-3)
Prerequisites: IFC 101, IFC 102, MAT 103
Introduces the fundamental theories and applications of single-phase and three-phase motors. Topics include: motor theory and operating principles; motor terminology; motor identification; NEMA standards; AC motor; DC motors (series, shunt and compound); scheduled preventive maintenance; troubleshooting; and failure analysis.

IDS 107 BASIC MECHANICS (3-5-5)
Prerequisites: Program admission
Emphasizes basic skills training needed in mechanical maintenance. Provides instruction for learning common terminology of maintenance and much needed practical measuring/mathematical skills. The course also introduces layout/fabrication procedures focusing on good shop practice skills and addresses typical materials and manufacturing processes used in the plant. Introduces power transmission equipment.

IDS 109 MECHANICAL LAWS AND PRINCIPLES (5-5-7)
Prerequisites: Program admission
Introduces the student to fundamental laws and principles of mechanics. Topics include: mechanical principles of simple machines; force, torque, velocity, acceleration, and inertia; rotational motion, work, power, and energy; matter, gases, fluid power, and heat. The course emphasizes understanding terminology and using related problem solving skills in everyday physical applications of mechanical technology. Competencies are reinforced with practical hands-on lab exercises.

IDS 110 FUNDAMENTALS OF MOTOR CONTROLS (2-3-3)
Prerequisite: IDS 105
Introduces the fundamental concepts, principles, and control devices involved in industrial motor control. Emphasis is placed on developing a theoretical foundation of industrial motor control devices. Topics include: principles of motor control; control devices; symbols and schematic diagrams; and Article 430 NEC.

IDS 113 MAGNETIC STARTERS AND BRAKING (1-5-3)
Prerequisite: IDS 110
Provides instruction in wiring motor control circuits. Emphasis is placed on designing and installing magnetic starters in across-the-line, reversing, jogging circuits, and motor braking. Topics include: control transformers; full voltage starters; reversing circuits; jogging circuits; and braking.

IDS 115 TWO-WIRE CONTROL CIRCUITS (0-5-2)
Prerequisite: IDS 113
Provides instruction in two-wire motor control circuits using relays, contractors and motor starters with application sensing devices. Topics include: wiring limit switches; pressure switches; float switches; temperature switches; proximity switches; and photo switches.

IDS 121 ADVANCED MOTOR CONTROLS (1-3-2)
Prerequisite: IDS 115
Continues instruction in the study and application of motor control circuits with emphasis on sequencing circuits, complex circuits and motor control centers. Topics include: sequencing circuits; reduced voltage starting; motor control centers: and troubleshooting.

IDS 125 ADVANCED PNEUMATICS (3-2-4)
Prerequisites: IDS 121
Provides instruction in advanced concepts and theories for maintaining all troubleshooting pneumatic components and systems. Topics include: control and motion diagrams, sequence control groups, cascade circuits, pneumatic sequencers, ISO symbols and schematic conventions, advanced control circuits, electropneumatic controls and troubleshooting procedures.

IDS 131 VARIABLE SPEED MOTOR CONTROL (2-3-3)
Prerequisite: IDS 121
Provides instruction in the fundamentals of variable speed drives, industrial motors and other applications of variable speed drives. Topics include: fundamentals of variable speed control; AC frequency drives; DC variable speed drives; installation procedures; and ranges.

IDS 141 BASIC INDUSTRIAL PLC'S (4-6-6)
Prerequisites: IDS 105, IDS 121
Introduces operational theory, systems terminology, PLC installations, and programming procedures for programmable logic controls. Emphasis is placed on PLC programming, connections, installations, and start-up procedures. Topics include: PLC hardware and software, PLC functions and terminology, PLC installation and set up, PLC programming basics, relay logic instructions, timers and counters, connecting field devices to I/O cards, and PLC safety procedures.

IDS 142 INDUSTRIAL PLC'S (4-6-6)
Prerequisite: IDS 141
Provides for hands-on development of operational skills in the maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial control systems and automated industrial equipment. Emphasis is placed on applying skills developed in previous courses in programmable logic controls (PLC’s) in a industrial setting. This course includes advanced skills necessary to complete the students knowledge and skills to understand and work with PLC’s in an industrial plant.

IDS 209 INDUSTRIAL INSTRUMENTATION (4-6-6)
Prerequisites: IDS 141, IDS 142
Provides instruction in the principles and practices of instrumentation for industrial process control systems with an emphasis on industrial maintenance techniques for production equipment. Topics include: instrument tags; process documentation; basic control theory; sensing pressure, flow, level, and temperature; instrument calibration; and loop tuning.

IDS 211 INDUSTRIAL PNEUMATICS (3-2-4)
Prerequisite: IDS 215
Provides instruction in fundamental concepts and theories for the safe operation of pneumatic components and systems. Topics include: pneumatic theory; preventive maintenance; compressors; regulators; pneumatic valves; actuators; and servicing safety.

IDS 215 INDUSTRIAL MECHANICS (4-6-6)
Prerequisite: Program admission level math achievement
Provides instruction in fundamental concepts applicable to mechanics of industrial production equipment, and teaches basic industrial application of mechanical principles with emphasis on power transmission and specific mechanical components. Topics include: mechanical tools, fasteners, basic mechanics, lubrication, bearings, packings, seals, and power transmission equipment.

IDS 221 INDUSTRIAL FLUIDPOWER (6-4-7)
Prerequisite: Program level math competency
Provides instruction in fundamental concepts and theories for safely operating hydraulic components and pneumatic systems. Topics include: hydraulic theory, suction side of pumps, actuators, valves, pumps/ motors, accumulators, symbols and circuitry, fluids, filters, pneumatic theory, compressors, pneumatic valves, air motors and cylinders, and safety.

IDS 225 ADVANCED PNEUMATICS (3-2-4)
Prerequisite: IDS 221
Provides instruction in advanced concepts and theories for maintaining and troubleshooting pneumatic components and systems. Topics include control and motion diagrams, sequence control groups, cascade circuits, pneumatic sequencers, ISO symbols and schematic conventions, advanced control circuits, electropnuematic controls and troubleshooting procedures.

IDS 231 PUMPS AND PIPING SYSTEMS (1-4-2)
Prerequisite: Program level math competency
Provides instruction in the fundamental concepts of industrial pumps and piping systems. Topics include: pump identification; pump operations; pump installation; maintenance and troubleshooting; piping systems; and installation of piping systems.

IDS 241 MAINTENANCE FOR RELIABILITY (4-6-7)
Prerequisite: IDS 221, IFC 101, IFC 102
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.

IDS 270 ADVANCED PLC’s I (5-5-7)
Prerequisite: IDS 142
Provides for hands-on development of operational skills in Programming/Troubleshooting industrial control systems and automated industrial equipment. Emphasis is placed on applying skills developed in previous courses in programmable logic controls (PLC’s) in an industrial setting. This course includes advanced skills & techniques the students can apply to actual control applications in an industrial environment.

IDS 285 INDUSTRIAL GRAPHICAL COMMUNICATION (5-5-7)
Prerequisite: IDS 275
Provides hands on experience in the development and implementation of graphical computer based HMI (Human-Machine Interfaces) for control of automated machines and industrial manufacturing systems. This course is built on the user’s knowledge/familiarity of programmable logic controls (PLC’s) and demonstrates the capabilities and economic impact of PC based controls systems. The manufacturing industry’s demand for low cost automated solutions has pushed the desktop PC into the plant floor. Areas such as front end creation, I/O assignments and communications, alarming, and acknowledgement, data trending and more are covered and explored throughout the course.

IDS 999A ANALYTICAL TROUBLESHOOTING (2-3-3)
Prerequisites: IMT Program admission or instructor consent
This course presents: six steps to successful problem solving; application of this process in the industrial environment; as well as the development of a systematic troubleshooting approach for repairing mechanical processes. The troubleshooting methodology developed is reinforced with several in class laboratories. The team concept in problem solving and troubleshooting is inherent in class and lab materials.

IDS 999B MANUFACTURING APPLICATIONS (3-2-4)
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
This course will introduce the concept of team work for success. It will emphasize business principles as they relate to the production worker and the importance of each team member to the overall success of the company. The students will also study total quality management, materials flow and manufacturing environments. All topics presented in class will be reinforced in a simulated production laboratory.