Program Overview
The Industrial Maintenance & Energy Systems (IMES) program provides a technical education at the Associate in Applied Science Level. This broad-based curriculum provides instruction and practical application of a variety of technical concepts and practices. The courses include industry-recognized maintenance practices in electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical systems, computer control, data acquisition, periodic and predictive maintenance program usages.
Successful completion of the IMES program prepares graduates to enter the workforce with an AAS Degree in Industrial Maintenance & Energy Systems. They will be prepared to perform periodic maintenance on machinery and systems located, not only in the wind, geothermal, and gas industries, but in any industry or local factory setting utilizing machinery and electrical control systems and mechanical equipment.
Program Implementation
Full-time day, part-time evening. (Students should see advisor for recommended course sequencing.)
1 Year Certificate
Certificate in Applied Science • 30 Credit Hours
2 Year A.A.S. Degree
Associate in Applied Science • 60 Credit Hours
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and fluid power equipment and discuss how to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain them along with power generation and distribution systems specific to wind energy.
- Develop an understanding of both general industry and wind specific OSHA safety standards and regulations and how they apply in the field using specific examples.
- Use diagnostic tools and resources, including schematics and operating manuals, for wind system analysis, and troubleshooting.
- Integrate environmental awareness and job hazard assessment and mitigation strategies into wind energy operations.
- Employ computers and software applications for monitoring, troubleshooting, communicating/remote control, and report writing specific to the wind industry.
- Demonstrate knowledge of various simple and complex electro-mechanical components pertaining to their function in a system with hands on course work.
- Perform basic calculations in order to measure and calculate voltage, amperage, resistance, continuity, voltage drop, pressures, and temperatures using multimeters and other measuring tools. Demonstrate an understanding through discussion of what goes into routine wind turbine maintenance and repair along with the tooling needed to do so.
Potential Careers
- Maintenance Technician
- Industrial Maintenance Technician
- Maintenance Mechanic
- Industrial Machinery Mechanic
- Wind Turbine Service Technician
- Wind Turbine Construction/Installation Technician
- Field Technician
- Gas Network Technician
- Geothermal Service Technician
- Geothermal Installer
Micro-Credentials & Special Certifications
Micro-credentials are for those interested in acquiring or strengthening select skills for the workplace or job market.
- Electronic Control Systems and Troubleshooting
- Electromechanical Systems & Troubleshooting
Students successfully completing WTT 100 Introduction to Wind Energy will receive an OSHA Certificate of Completion for General Industry Safety (10-hour).
Admissions Requirements
Eastern adheres to an open admission policy which means applications with a high school diploma or GED are eligible for admission.