14 courses with the subject IETA, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
IETA 1001Intro to Industrial Safety and Health2
This course introduces key Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards relevant to workplace safety, including the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE), hazard recognize, tool safety, and proper lockout/tagout procedures. Students will also be introduced to confined spaces, understanding the modern fire and fire safety, and protection from electrical risks. Learning Outcomes Apply OSHA standards in different situations. Interpret SDS sheets. Identify appropriate safety procedures in given situations. Apply proper lockout and tagout steps. Outline entry procedures for permitted and non-permitted confined space. Identify the steps needed to properly and safely prepare to work on electrical equipment.
This is a foundational course in direct current electricity. This course is designed for students who have no previous experience with electricity. The primary goals of this course are to help individuals acquire a solid foundation in the theoriesand laws of direct current (DC) electricity, and to apply their knowledge and skills through problem solving, simulation and practical projects. Learning Outcomes draw and read basic electrical schematic diagrams test AC/DC power sources calculate power consumption and losses in basic electrical systems measure DC voltage, current, and resistance analyze series and parallel DC circuits using OHM’s law test DC power sources
This is a fundamental course in alternating current (AC) electricity. This course is designed for students who have a fundamental knowledge and understanding of the theory and laws of direct current (DC) electricity. The primary goals of this course are to help individuals gain the knowledge and skills necessary to troubleshoot and repair single and three phase AC powered systems and equipment. Individuals will apply these skills through problem solving, simulation, and practical projects. Learning Outcomes measure phase angles between voltage and current draw and read basic electrical schematic diagrams measure single and three phase voltage Analyze single and three phase capacitor circuits, inductor circuits, and three phase transformer circuits.
This course develops core competencies for working safely with mechanical equipment, tools, and systems. Instruction covers hand and power tools, fastening methods, and measuring tools. Students explore basic of rigging techniques and safe lifting practices using various types of hoists. Learning Outcomes Determine the correct tools based on the task requirements. Differentiate between types of fasteners, evaluating the strengths and limitations of each method. Perform precision measurements using appropriate measurement tools with accuracy and consistency. Prepare items to be properly and safely lifted by both mechanical and nonmechanical means. Demonstrate correct and safe lifting and transporting of rigged items.
This course covers the fundamental principles of process measurement and control equipment and systems. Students will acquire the knowledge required to read and interpret piping and instrument diagrams, understand the terminology and language of control systems, and control strategies. Students will be introduced to a variety of instruments commonly used in industry for measurement and control. Learning Outcomes describe the application of sensors such as RTD’s, thermistors, capacitive level and pressure sensors, and flow meters describe the operation of on/off, proportional and time-proportional control loops perform conversions between measurement units, sensor units, output units and display units using both English and Metric units define terms used in process control such as open and closed loop control, scaling, and proportional, integral and derivative (PID) control read piping & instrumentation diagrams Describe the operation and application of transmitters, transducers, and final control elements such as heaters, valves, and pumps.
This course is designed for students who have no previous experience with print reading, and students from both manufacturing and construction programs will benefit from this course. The primary goals of this course are to help individuals acquire a solid foundation in print reading. Some of the topics include the concept of mechanical drafting and layout, terminology found with common mechanical parts, and how to read and understand piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID). Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings. Explain the basic rules in drafting mechanical drawings. Identify common terms used when dealing with general mechanical parts. Indent flow paths found on P&IDs. Identify types of equipment operators use including pneumatic and hydraulic motors, vessels, scrubbers, and pumps using P&IDs. Identify valve used on P&IDs including gate, globe, butterfly, check, solenoid operated, and safety valves.
This course covers basic welding procedures using arc welding and oxy-fuel equipment. One of the major topics of discussion will be safe use of this equipment. Time will be spent in the lab completing welds in various positions with different processes and electrodes. The processes to be covered in this class will be stick welding (SMAW), wire feed (GMAW), Tig (GTAW) Oxy-Acetylene welding, cutting and brazing along with an introduction to other equipment used in welding shops. Students in ths course will be non-welding majors where welding may be a useful tool. Course instruction will stress the many situations where it is advisable to have a skilled welder engaged. Knowing your limitations is of the utmost importance. Learning Outcomes Calculate proper voltage, feed speeds, and amperages based on machine operation, conditions, materials, and equipment. Apply shop safety practice and proper use of shop equipment Select appropriate electrodes for specified applications.
This course is designed for students who do not have any previous experience with hydraulics or pneumatic systems, and is an introductory course to hydraulics and pneumatics. The term Fluid Power incorporates both hydraulics and pneumatics, which both are covered during this course. Goals of this course are to help individuals acquire the knowledge and skills required to install, troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic and pneumatics systems, including learning fluid power theory, components and their function, and how they function together to form a system. Learning Outcomes Summarize the theories of fluid power. Describe the role each component plays in a fluid power system. Assemble and disassemble hydraulic & pneumatic systems per a system diagram. Interpret the specification of hydraulic and pneumatic components. Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Plumb hydraulic and pneumatic circuits per piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
Prerequisites IETA 1300 This course moves beyond the basics in the Mechanical Fundamentals 1 course, to more advanced topics such as how lubricants and bearings can impact and maintain mechanical systems, vibration testing that allows the forecasting of potential issues, as well as how to properly align equipment shafts, which will also help prolong equipment life. Students are also introduced to different types of mechanical drives and how they affect mechanical system performance. Learning Outcomes Assemble and disassemble different types of mechanical drive systems. Practice checking and adjusting flexible belt tensions. Summarize how bearings reduce friction in mechanical systems. Perform coupling and shaft alignment. Perform vibration analysis testing. Describe the importance of lubrications in mechanical systems.
This course covers the knowledge and skills required to install and maintain programmable logic controllers (PLC) in automated control systems. Students will learn to write programs to solve basic control problems, connect sensors and actuators, andconfigure PLCs. Learning Outcomes Connect analog and discrete input/output devices to the PLC. Troubleshoot and repair a PLC control system. Monitor and modify PLC hardware configurations and programs Interpret PLC module specifications. Read and understand basic ladder logic diagrams, programs, and electrical input output wiring diagrams.
IETA 2000Boiler Operations and Power Distributions3
Prerequisites IETA 1300 This course includes information on operating and maintaining steam and hot water boilers, as well as powerplant technology, including both traditional and renewable power sources. Topics include how to safely operate a commercial sized boiler, how electrical power is generated, and how this power is distributed throughout the country. Students are also required to obtain a Minnesota Special Boiler Operator license by the end of the course. Learning Outcomes Obtain a Minnesota Special Boiler License through the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. Identify the components of a boiler and their functions. Operate and maintenance a steam and hot water boiler. Describe how electrical power is distributed through the grid Learn different kinds of energy production including. renewable and nonrenewable power.
Prerequisites IETA 1300 and IETA 1800 This course is a comprehensive introduction to the workings of a modern manufacturing facility in the processing industry. This course is designed to be a culminating class of what students learned throughout the program and to focus on the automation aspect of manufacturing. This includes a focus on process control systems, mechatronics, and robotics, as well as, electronic control panels, heat exchangers, motors, and other relevant equipment used in the changing field of manufacturing. Learning Outcomes Analyze how automation is implemented in manufacturing. Assemble and disassemble process control systems. Describe how robots play a major role in manufacturing. Summarize how mechatronics incorporates multiple knowledge bases. Describe the key components and functions of heat exchangers. Explore how to stay current with the changing technology in the manufacturing industry.
The course is designed for students to be introduced to residential and commercial plumbing systems. There are numerous factors that are included in a working pluming system, including a supply system, drainage system, venting system, and a rain water system. This course is designed for students to understand the working systems of an existing building and to help with expansion of new systems. Learning Outcomes Students will learn how to design plumbing systems according to Minnesota Code. Students will learn how to troubleshoot plumbing problems and become aware of future potential problems . Students will learn the basics for installing plumbing systems.
The purpose of the course is to introduce students to working in the field of industrial production or maintenance. Using knowledge and skills they have acquired through this program and partnering with local businesses, students will work for a company to gain additional knowledge and skills, and to potentially help students acquire employment. Learning Outcomes Students will gain additional soft skills to allow them to succeed in a future career Students will learn how to work with professional in the industrial field and build professional relationships outside of an educational role. Students will continue to gain additional skills and knowledges through a partnership with a local company.
