Instrumentation Pathway

Principles and devices for the measurement of process variables such as temperature, pressure, flow, level, and basic control functions. Credit Hours: 4 (3 lecture, 2 lab)

Instruction in the use of common process equipment. Laboratory exercises include the operation and maintenance of process equipment. Credit Hours: 4 (3 lecture, 2 lab)

The course is designed to introduce students to psychological theories of learning, cognition and motivation to serve as a conceptual basis for college-level student academic strategies. Activities are designed to help the student promote and apply newly learned study strategies and skills. Credit Hours: 3 (3 lecture, 0 lab)

An introductory college course which introduces the beginning speech student to general principles of the Speech Communication field. The course will provide instruction in specific speech preparation techniques and basic communication skills appropriate to students’ further academic and professional careers. Students are expected to prepare, organize, deliver, and critique several speeches achieving the aims of informative and persuasive public address. Credit Hours: 3 (3 lecture, 0 lab)

This course introduces the rhetorical and mechanical skills necessary to develop confident, informed voices. Students will learn about the writing process through critical reading of nonfiction and fiction prose, revision, editing and collaboration. In particular, the course focuses on the strategies and conventions of academic writing, especially exposition and argumentation. Credit Hours: 3 (3 lecture, 0 lab)

A multi-perspective assessment of cultural, political, philosophical and aesthetic factors critical to the formulation of the values that have shaped the historical development of the individual and of society. Credit Hours: 3 (3 lecture, 0 lab)

Modern algebra and geometry. Topics include introductory treatments of measurement and geometry, sets and logic, functions, financial mathematics, probability and statistics with appropriate applications.  Number sense, proportional reasoning,  estimation, technology, and communication are embedded throughout the course.  TI-83 graphing calculator required unless otherwise noted by instructor. Credit Hours: 3 (3 lecture, 0 lab)

Theory of control room operations, automatic control systems and design, closed loop control systems, recorders, controllers, positioners, feedback, on/off control, proportional, reset and rate responses, ratio and cascade controllers, including both pneumatic and electronic systems. Credit Hours: 4 (3 lecture, 2 lab)

Various designs of final control elements including disassembly, assembly, calibration troubleshooting, and required documentation. Basic techniques and calculations for proper valve sizing. Credit Hours: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)

Overview of computer information systems. Introduces computer hardware, software, procedures, and human resources. Explores integration and application in business and other segments in society. Included is an introduction to the Internet and the World Wide Web, use of a word processor, spreadsheet, database, web page development, and presentation software. Credit Hours: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)

Additional principles of measurement. Includes devises used to measure process variables and basic control functions.  Principles and practices used with advanced flow and level applications.  Includes vortex, radar, ultrasonic, and Coriolis. Credit Hours: 4 (3 lecture, 1 lab)

A study of automatic process control in industrial plants including measuring devices, analog and digital instrumentation, signal transmitters, recorders, alarms, controllers, control valves, and process and instrument drawings. Hands on hookup and troubleshooting of a single loop to multicontrol loops will be included. Credit Hours: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)

A study of electric motors and motor control devices common to a modem industrial environment. A presentation of motor characteristics with emphasis on starting, speed control, and stopping systems. A.C. theory including capacitive and inductive reactance. Impedance calculations as they relate to an industrial environment with motor control. Transformer, A.C. induction motors and motor control circuits will be emphasized. D.C. and synchronous motors will be touched on. Use of schematics and wiring diagrams to install and troubleshoot three phase motor starters will be emphasized. Credit Hours: 4 (3 lecture, 2 lab)

Philosophy and application of distributed control systems.  Includes hardware, firmware, software, configuration, communications, and networking systems required to implement a distributed control strategy. Credit Hours: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)

A study of successful employee characteristics and employer expectations in industry. Topics include benefits, career management, e-communications, personal financial management, soft skills, and job hunting skills.  Addresses values, inclusion, and community/environmental roles. Credit Hours: 2 (2 lecture, 3 lab)

A capstone course in Instrumentation Technology that integrates material from previous courses. Students will design, size, install, connect, and start up a small pilot plant. Credit Hours: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)