This course introduces the methods and applications of Statistical Process Control (SPC) used in manufacturing operations. Emphasis will be placed upon the concepts of central tendency, variation and normal distribution of data. The development, application, and interpretation of variable and attribute control charts will be the main focus of this course.

Students will produce and troubleshoot CNC lathe set-ups from job packets and machine parts to blueprint specifications. Students will learn simple G and M codes, download programs to machines, graphically verify programs, and prove out parts on 2-axis turning center utilizing various CNC controllers. Set-ups will include faceting, turning, drilling, grooving, and thread operations. Students will also learn to produce some simple tooling necessary to complete various set-ups.

In this course, students relate the principles of thermodynamics to the function of boilers. They investigate boiler types and classifications. Students examine fuels, rating and efficiency, firing methods, safety, and preventative maintenance. Upon completion of the course, students will be prepared to take the examination for the Facility Operating Engineer 3rd Class license.

In this course, students explore the Gateway Technical College community. They examine college resources and services, investigate skills that lead to academic success, and identify strategies for achieving educational and personal goals.

This course introduces the student to the basics of building electrical maintenance. Repair and replacement of 110 and 220 volt electrical components are emphasized.

This course provides an introduction to CNC machining processes and the technology that supports them. Some of the processes covered are spot drilling, drilling, reaming, tapping, counterboring, countersinking, defining and calculating speed and feed rates, screw thread identification, and drill sharpening. Students will perform these processes on manual equipment prior to observing them on CNC equipment. Basic computer skills are also covered in this course.

This course is intended to prevent accidents, injuries, and fatalities that may be caused by the improper and unsafe use of forklifts. The course will cover pre-operation, operation, and load handling by means of presentations and hands-on training. Course participants will earn certification after passing a driving test on a forklift.

In this course, students investigate the operation of Computer NumericalControlled (CNC) machines. They explore CNC Machining as subtractive manufacturing technology and analyze its methods of safe operation. Students examine the purpose of offsets and their calculation, application, and storage. They identify appropriate machine tools and cutting tools for various production processes. Using a hands-on approach in the lab, students relate the removal of material from a solid block to produce a component per specifications outlined on a mechanical drawing or CAD model.

This course will cover the basics of industrial preventative maintenance equipment, scheduling, and repair that will be covered in lecture and lab.

Covers techniques of verbal and non-verbal communication. Presentation techniques in informative, demonstrative, persuasive and impromptu situations are stressed.