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Basic materials, tools, and techniques to produce wood projects. Topics include: shop safety, tool certification, use and care of hand tools/portable power tools/woodworking machinery, designing and drawing wood projects, common wood identification and selection, surfacing/jointing/cross cutting/ripping lumber, dado and rabbet techniques, fasteners, clamping, gluing, joinery, assembly, surface preparation and finishing. Two lecture; two lab.
Intermediate course in materials, tools and techniques used to produce wood projects. Topics include: shop safety for specialized tools, use and care of specialty woodworking hand tools/specialty portable power tools and specialty woodworking machinery, multi-view project designs and drawings, hardwood lumber grades and identification, intermediate complex joinery, special joining and shaping methods, setups, surface pre-finishing and finishing. Prerequisite: INA 105. Two lecture; two lab.
The restoration of wood antiques. Topics include: shop and personal safety, toxic/caustic substance precautions, project selection, wood and materials identification, hand tools, portable power tools, basic woodworking machinery, finish identification, finish removal, disassembly techniques, minor parts duplication, reassembly, finish matching, and applying new finishes. Two lecture; two lab.
Basic levels of upholstery shop safety, preparation of work areas, project review, frame assembly, materials, preplanning of projects and pro/cons of particular materials and methods. Two lecture; two lab.
Introduction to the machinery, hand tools, safety equipment, and shop practices and procedures used in the upholstery trade. Two lecture; two lab.
Basic concepts of mathematics as they apply to the upholstery trade. Two lecture; two lab.
Introduction to the materials used in furniture construction, including the integral parts of the framework, types of springs, various padding materials, different fabric types, etc. Two lecture; two lab.
Introduction to the basic sewing methods and equipment used in the upholstery trade. Two lecture; two lab.
The fundamentals of upholstering. Topics include: basic tools, safety, basic materials, fabric selection, removal of old coverings, repairs, installing springs and webbing, padding and sub-covering, cutting and sewing fitted fabric, fabric installation, and slip covers. Two lecture; two lab.
Upholstery projects of varying degrees of difficulty so students gain experience in stripping and repairing frames, removing old wood finishes and applying new ones, installing new webbing, springs and padding, as well as creating coverings and cushions. Two lecture; two lab.
Forming and joining processes for wood projects. Topics include: lathe safety, center to center turned pieces, faceplate turnings, advanced router applications, shaper safety, piecework production, custom moldings and trim production, marquetry and inlays, exotic wood identification and utilization, and alternate methods of finishing. Prerequisite: INA 106. Two lecture; two lab.
Production woodworking. Topics include: project selection, production planning, replication methods for radial arm saw/table saw/band saw/lathe/shaper/portable power tools, jig design and manufacture, fixture design and manufacture, service of woodworking portable power tools and machinery, alignment techniques, shop layout for production, finish matching and control. Prerequisite: INA 205. Two lecture; two lab.
The restoration of wood antiques. Topics include: project selection, sequence of work, wood and materials identification and matching or alternatives, finish -removal by chemical and manual methods, antique hardware, traditional joinery, finish selection--traditional and modern, disassembly techniques, minor and major parts duplication, reassembly/pre-finishing techniques, reassembly, refinishing. Prerequisite: INA 150. Two lecture; two lab.
Upholstery techniques. Topics include: safety, specialty tool use and care, standard and unusual fabrication materials, fabric selection, removal of old coverings, structural disassembly, structural repairs, fabricating replacement components, structural reassembly, modifying upholstered items, spring installation, webbing replacement, installing padding, sub-coverings, trade tricks for cutting and sewing, fabric installation, slip covers and fine finishing details. Prerequisite: INA 185. Two lecture; two lab.
Specialized course in reupholstering automotive and marine fixtures. Topics include: safety, specialty tools, weather resistant materials, mechanism maintenance/repair/modifications, disassembly, removal of coverings, parts replacement and repair, spring and webbing repair and installation, padding, sub-coverings, patterns, cutting/sewing/installation of fabric, slip cover installation. Prerequisite: INA 185. Two lecture; two lab.
Basic applied physical science principles with emphasis upon how they relate to technical careers. Topics covered include: principles of force, work, power, resistance, rate, energy and force transducers. Prerequisite: MAT 109 or equivalent. Two lecture; two lab.
Basic applied physical science principles most useful to students who plan to continue their study and to work as technicians in advanced technology occupations. Topics include: momentum, waves, energy conversions, transducers, radiation, optical systems and time constants. Prerequisite: ITP 105. Two lecture; two lab.
To prepare for both Water Distribution and Water Treatment classes I and II of the state's Operator Certification License exam. Topics include: certification and legal issues, water sciences, hydraulic and math, safety, maintenance, management, processes and a specific list of other topics prioritized from recent examinations for these classes of certification. Six lecture.
To prepare for both Water Treatment and Water Distribution class III of the state's Operator Certification License Exams. Topics of study are prioritized from recent state examinations. Six lecture.
To prepare for both Water Treatment and Water Distribution class IV of the state's Operator Certification License Examinations. Topics of study are prioritized from recent state examinations. Six lecture.
To prepare for both Wastewater Treatment and Water Collection Systems class I and II of the state's Operator Certification License Examinations. Topics of study are prioritized from recent state examinations. Six lecture.
To prepare for both Wastewater Treatment and Water Collection Systems class III of the state's Operator Certification License Examinations. Topics are prioritized from recent state examinations. Six lecture.
To prepare for both Wastewater Treatment and Water Collection Systems class IV of the state's Operator Certification License Examinations. Topics are prioritized from recent state examinations. Six lecture.
Overview of hydraulics and pneumatics with emphasis upon practical application in technology systems. Hydraulics and pneumatics theory, system design, system components and system troubleshooting is covered. Emphasis is upon control systems. Two lecture; two lab.
Introductory course in the basic programming and operation of industrial robots. Topics include: robotics vocabulary, pick and place operations, positioning by written program, writing advanced multi-position programs, incorporating sensor-relative positions, multi-positioning teaching procedures, repetitive cycle program operation and sorting programs. Two lecture; two lab.
Introductory course in computer-aided manufacturing. Topics include: Cartesian coordinate system, grid sheet drawings, CNC program authoring, Spectrum milling program, lathe grid sheet usage, G and M codes, lathe control programs, AutoSketch, Spectrum software, CNC lathe projects, CNC milling projects and CNC engraving projects. Two lecture; two lab.
Integrate technology control principles from all major industrial systems in the major areas of manufacturing, construction, communications, transportation, and health care. Emphasis is on system critical thinking and programmable controllers. Prerequisite: ITP 150. Three lecture.
Introduction of the principles behind the manufacturing process, an overall perspective on plant operations and detailed knowledge of the function and operation of equipment. Topics include: industrial safety, environmental protection, operator responsibilities, industrial math, plant science, process sampling, equipment lubrication, chemistry fundamentals, process solubility, reading diagrams, instrumentation and control, portable/emergency equipment, electrical equipment, piping and auxiliaries, valves, pumps, equipment drive components, heat exchangers, fans, steam turbines and material handling. Four lecture.
Applied computational skills for those employed in the power generation industries. Topics include: whole numbers and decimals; addition/subtraction/multiplication/division; averages; conversions of fractions to decimals; conversion of decimals to fractions; transposing decimals and fractions to percentages; transposing percentages to decimals and fractions; negative powers of ten notations; positive powers of ten notations; area of various geometric shapes; volume of various materials and shapes; density of various materials and shapes; specific gravity; units of length/distance/time/speed/ volume/density; standard to metric conversions; factors; various conversions factors; dimensional problems and units of measure; dimensional problems and units of length; tables and graphs; hypotenuse of right triangles; decimal placement to ten thousandths; math and job related tasks. Three lecture.
First course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of power production. Topics include: safety; personal protection and first aid; coal yard fire production; introduction to power plant operation; sump pumps; wastewater recovery systems; magnetic separators; crushers; rotary car dumpers; stack reclaimers; conveyor systems; dust collections systems; coal handling systems; physical properties: matter and energy; combustion processes; fuel oil systems; boiler fuel systems; combustion air/flue gas systems; ash removal and handling systems; Bobcat systems; plant electrical systems; station service electrical systems; plant systems-air/water/gas; plant instrumentation and controls. Six lecture; three lab.
Second course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of power production. Topics include: pollution control equipment; sewage treatment system; flue gas scrubber lime system; flue gas cleaning system; water treatment equipment; raw water system; service water system; potable water system; boiler water and steam system; sampling system; chemical services systems; boilers; auxiliary steam system; main and reheat; soot blowing system; steam water cycle; condensate, makeup, transfer and storage system; circulating water system; condensate system; condensate polisher de-mineralizer system; feed water system; turbines; main turbine steam system; lube oil conditioning; main turbine lube oil system; electro-hydraulic control system; generators; generator auxiliary system; generator and generator excitation; generator power distribution system; emergency diesel generator; power plant performance; extractor steam and heater drain system; and condenser air removal system. Prerequisite: ITP 210 or instructor permission. Six lecture; three lab.
Third course in a sequence of four developing fundamentals of power production. Topics include: Foxboro training; ash handling system; flue gas scrubber lime system; flue gas cleaning system; boiler operation; Westinghouse computer system; heating, ventilating and AC system; compressed air system; raw water system; service water system; condensate makeup; transfer and storage system; potable water system; sewage treatment system; closed cooling water system; condensate system; condensate polishing demineralizer system; boiler fans; combustion air and flue gas system; boiler gas and fuel oil system; fuel oil systems; circulating water system; waste water recovery system; pulverizers and feeders; coal handling system; boiler fuel system; soot blowing system; auxiliary system; service gas system. Prerequisite: ITP 211 or instructor permission. Six lecture; three lab.
Fourth course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of power production. Topics include: power generating process; station service electrical; low voltage electrical system; advanced boiler operation; coordinated control system; feed water system; boiler water and steam systems; sampling systems; chemical services system; turbine operations; extractions; steam and heater drain system; main turbine steam system; lube oil conditioning; transfer and storage system; main turbine lube oil system; advanced turbine operation; condenser air removal system; main and reheat steam system; electro-hydraulic control (EHC) system; emergency generators; emergency diesel generator; generator operation; generator auxiliary system; generator and generator excitation system; and generator power distribution system. Prerequisite: ITP 212 or instructor permission. Six lecture; two lab.
First course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of Instrumentation and Control. Topics include: plant and personal safety; computational skills; soldering skills; process control instrumentation; electronic circuits; direct circuits; alternating circuits; semi-conductors; calibration and repair of plant electronic systems. Six lecture; two lab.
Second course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of Instrumentation and Control. Topics include: digital electronics; microprocessors; prints and drawings; process control field devices; instrumentation measurement applications; control instrumentation; pneumatic controllers and transmitters; final control loops; and calibrate, repair or replace I and C devices. Prerequisite: ITP 220 or instructor permission. Six lecture; one lab.
Third course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of Instrumentation and Control. Topics include: programmable logic controllers; instrumentation measurement applications; control instrumentation; calibrate/repair of electronic controllers; calibrate/repair pneumatic controllers; calibrate/repair electronic transducers; calibrate/repair pneumatic transducers; and calibrate/repair indication switches. Prerequisite: ITP 221 or instructor permission. Four lecture; four lab.
Fourth course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of power production. Topics include: final control; IE CEM (Continuous Emission Monitoring) system; calibrating/modifying control loops; calibrating/repairing % of oxygen monitors; calibrating/repairing opacity monitors; calibrating/repairing SO2 analyzers; and calibrating/repairing NOX analyzers. Prerequisite: ITP 222 or instructor permission. Four lecture; four lab.
'First course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of mechanical maintenance. Topics include: plant and personal safety-hazards and protective gear; basic first aid; fire protection; tag-out procedures and M.S.D.S.; basic computational skills; bearing maintenance and lubrication; gaskets and O-rings; -rigging and lifting practices; and piping. Six lecture; four lab.
Second course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of mechanical maintenance. Topics include: valve theory and types; pedestal grinder; bandsaw; drill press; layout and benchwork; basic carpentry; precision measurement; coupling and shaft alignment; opti-line alignment tool; sheave and belt alignment. Prerequisite: ITP 230 or instructor permission. Six lecture; four lab.
Third course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of mechanical maintenance. Topics include: bearing maintenance and lubrication; bearing inspection; sliding service bearings (removal, inspection and installation); centrifugal pump maintenance; centrifugal pump theories and types; centrifugal pump components and application; positive displacement pump theory and types; positive displacement pump components and application; valve maintenance and inspection; safety and relief valves; repair and calibrate and basic welding. Prerequisite: ITP 231 or instructor permission. Four lecture; four lab.
Fourth course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of mechanical maintenance. Topics include: overhauling and inspecting horizontal/vertical centrifugal pumps; positive displacement pump overhaul and inspection; fluid power (hydraulics) maintenance; air compressors and air compressor maintenance. Prerequisite: ITP 232 or instructor permission. Four lecture; four lab.
The principles of efficient power plant operation. Topics include: introduction to heat rate improvement; principles of heat transfer; power plant thermodynamics; cycle efficiency; analysis of boiler efficiency; air heaters and preheaters; windboxes/burners/furnaces; superheaters/reheaters/economizer; efficient boiler operation; boiler instruments and control; turbine efficiency; condenser efficiency; feed water heater efficiency; efficient pump operation. Three lecture.
First course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of electrical maintenance. Topics include: plant and personal safety; computational skills; prints drawings; troubleshooting electrical circuits; layout and install terminal and control boxes; electrical grounding systems; Cadweld welds; electrical conduit; national electrical code; direct current; alternating current; and freeze protection. Six lecture; four lab.
Second course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of electrical maintenance. Topics include: locating electrical system grounds; storage batteries and chargers; troubleshoot DC circuits; single and three-phase circuits; electrical control devices; splices and terminations; use of high and low voltage gloves; AC test equipment; plant lighting system repair; transformers; welders; and troubleshooting and repair. Prerequisite: ITP 250 or instructor permission. Six lecture; four lab.
Third course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of power production. Topics include: plant electrical systems; motors and generators; limit torque valves; bearing maintenance and lubrication; rigging and lifting practices; precision measurement; National Electrical Code; electrical maintenance on soot blowers; motors and associate circuits; cranes and hoists; rotary car dumpers; motor operated valves; plant elevators and manlifts; circuit breakers; and switchgears. Prerequisite: ITP 251 or instructor permission. Four lecture; four lab.
Fourth course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of power production. Topics include: Carrier's general training curriculum; heating, ventilating and air-conditioning; plant electrical systems; semi-conductors; electronic circuits; plant communications equipment; and plant fire systems. Prerequisite: ITP 252 or instructor permission. Four lecture; four lab.
Special Note: ITP 250 through 253-numbered courses are primarily offered in-house at area industries. Public students seeking such employment are encouraged to take the ITP core requirement courses, core elective courses and other ITP elective courses that relate to the desired employment.
Simple conversation in Navajo. Three lecture.
Review and grammar and phonetics. Development of speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisite: LAN 120. Three lecture.
Introduction to Phonetic Alphabet. Learn the phonetic sounds of the Apache language, alphabet and vowels, and reproducing the sounds from the written language. Some basic vocabulary and expressions. Three lecture.
Beginning language drills and skills continued. Includes sentence structure and unusual vowel usage. Prerequisite: LAN 125. Three lecture.
Simple conversational Hopi. Three lecture.
Continues to emphasize conversational Hopi. Further development of Hopi phonetics, grammar, and writing skills. Course is designed to meet the needs of students wishing to converse and write in Hopi. Prerequisite: LAN 130. Three lecture.
Emphasis on learning of the language of signs and cultural information about the people who use American Sign Language (ASL). Three lecture.
Continuation of emphasis on the learning of the language of signs and cultural information about the people who use American Sign Language (ASL). Prerequisite: LAN 160. Three lecture.
Review mastery of pronunciation, identification of tonal sounds, simple sentences and oral sentences. Prerequisite: LAN 121. Three lecture.
Continuation of Navajo I. Focus on grammar and phonetics. Development of speaking, reading and writing skills. Prerequisite: LAN 201. Three lecture.
Advanced emphasis on the learning of the language of signs and cultural information about the people who use American Sign Language (ASL). Prerequisite: LAN 161. Three lecture.
A comprehensive evaluation of syntax, grammar and culture related to American Sign Language. Includes an emphasis on linguistic, social, educational, and political issues in Deaf culture. Special emphasis on the cultural and philosophical attitudes shared with other minority groups. Prerequisite: LAN 161. Three lecture.
Strengthens a student's ability to communicate with American Sign Language. Will help in building vocabulary. All work will be given without verbal instruction. Prerequisite: LAN 260. Three lecture.
Demonstrates proper grammar, punctuation and spelling as well as how to write clear, precise, accurate and effective demand letters. One lecture.
Articulates ways to locate private and public records commonly accessed in law practice as well as locating witnesses, defendants, experts and factual information necessary for litigation. Emphasis is on information available on the Internet. Two lecture.
Disciplinary rules and ethical considerations pertinent to legal assistants. Includes research of ethical issues. One lecture.
Outlines the dynamics of communication with clients, witnesses, and law office staff, how to develop effective listening skills, how to conduct interviews and prepare complete interview memoranda. Discusses potential inhibitors and suggested facilitators for effective communication. One lecture.
How to locate and read state and federal case law, statutes and administrative regulations, citation forms. Covers Shepardizing. Two lecture.
Discusses effective writing characteristics, writing strategies, briefing cases, and writing effective memoranda of law. Prerequisite: LAS 112. One lecture.
General overview of the services, procedures and resources of a library. Will become familiar with: 1) different types of libraries and their respective functions; 2) library terminology and procedures; 3) major library classification systems; 4) a variety of library reference (research) tools and 5) typical audio-visual equipment found in libraries. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
An introduction to the various types of libraries, the organizational structures of each, and the services they provide. Provides an overview of the standard procedures, terminology, broad issues and basic technology common to the library profession. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement or instructor permission. Three lecture.
Covers the basic elements of supervision and personnel management in libraries, developing library policies, oversight of the physical plant, administering the budget, and relations with governing bodies. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement or instructor permission. Three lecture.
Overview of library functions in a technical services department with an emphasis on organizing, classifying and cataloging print and non-print materials for storage and and retrieval using standard library tools. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement or instructor permission. Three lecture.
Basic knowledge of reference sources, services and research strategies. Includes hands-on experience with reference sources, periodicals, microforms and electronic databases. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement or instructor permission. Three lecture.
Public relations techniques for developing meaningful services and programs applicable to particular libraries. Explore marketing efforts to raise awareness of library services to the population groups served. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement or instructor permission. Three lecture.
Selection and evaluation of reading materials for adolescents and children. Stresses programming techniques for this audience. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
Explores the principles of materials selection, assessing information needs, collection maintenance through weeding, resource sharing and cooperative collection development for a variety of libraries. Pertinent issues such as censorship, reading levels and copyright will also be covered. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement or instructor permission. Three lecture.
Provides an overview of library networks, automated systems, and telecommunications applications in libraries. The role of technology in libraries, including the Internet and equipment frequently used will be covered. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement or instructor permission. Three lecture.
Basic elements of library research necessary to complete research projects assigned in college courses. Recommended for all students who will be writing term papers. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One-half lecture; one lab.
The operation and basic maintenance of a variety of audio-visual equipment commonly used in information centers. Will be focused on troubleshooting techniques. Preparation and application of various types of nonprint media, such as video and audio, will be explored. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
To strengthen the reference proficiency and knowledge of sources, including on-line bibliographic database searching services, the principles of the detailed reference interview and detailed search strategies. Prerequisite: LIB 107. One lecture; four lab.
Major trends and issues that impact today's libraries and media centers. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
Supervised work experience in a public, school, academic, or special library that gives the student actual hands-on experience with a variety of tasks in the student's choice of library. Prerequisites: Completion of Library Media Technology core curriculum and instructor permission. One lecture; four lab.
Elements of media and/or book reviewing. Practice in the preparation of book and/or media reviews for publication or to promote reading. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture.
Basic library skills necessary for working in church libraries. Emphasis is placed on basic reference work, basic cataloging, basic facilities management, ordering of materials, budget preparation, publicity and inventory/fiscal controls. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
Design and creation of library displays, bulletin boards, exhibits and collections as marketing and informational tools. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One-half lecture; one lab.
Basic parts of a grant proposal as well as basic techniques for writing grant applications. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One-half lecture; one lab.
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