General Technical

Offers a cross section of applied mathematics to the field of machine and/or structural design and the basic principles of forces in equilibrium, including forces and stresses, moments and reactions, bending, and shear and bending moments, plus properties of sections. This course emphasizes the use of formulas rather than their derivation.

Presents basic metal and metallurgical information to seniors in the Power Plant Technology program. Topics include mechanical and physical properties of metal; production, classification, and recommended uses of steel, cast iron, alloys, stainless steel, and non-ferrous metals; heat treatment; and basic, welding, and powder metallurgy. Includes a foundry and forging seminar.

Provides students with the knowledge and skills required to safely setup and operate oxyacetylene and electric arc welding equipment.

Provides students with the knowledge and skills required to safely setup and operate oxyacetylene and electric arc welding equipment. Provides demonstration in oxyacetylene cutting and electric arc welding of various joint configurations to industry standards.