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This embedded diploma is designed to prepare completers for entry-level electromechanical maintenance technician employment.  Employment opportunities include the areas of electricity, hydraulics, pneumatics, analog circuits, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and computer and robotic programming.  The diploma covers electromechanical safety, the fundamentals of DC and AC electricity, hydraulics, pneumatics, analog circuits, introduction to programmable logic controllers, computer and robotic programming, technical mathematics, and written communications.

Did You Know?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of general maintenance and repair workers is projected to grow 5 percent through 2033.

Academic Plan

Mechanics of Learning for Industrial Technologies

Troubleshooting Integrated Manufacturing Systems 1

Safety for General Industry

Print Reading for Manufacturing

Interpreting Schematics for Manufacturing

Basic Mechanics

Basic Principles of Preventive Maintenance

Fluid Power 1: Basic Pneumatics

Fluid Power 2: Basic Hydraulics

Fundamentals of DC Circuits 1

Fundamentals of AC Circuits 1

Relay Logic

Electric Motors 1

For course credits and descriptions, visit the Blackhawk Catalog.

Flexible Learning Options

Life is busy with classes, studying, work and family responsibilities. You need meaningful classes that fit your schedule, even in the evenings or on weekends. Blackhawk offers flexible learning options for busy students through MyEdChoice, which allows you to choose how you attend each class.

Several courses are offered in one or more of the following formats:

MyEdChoice
In Person
Hybrid
FlexLab

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Additional Program Information

Upon completion of this program, you will be able to:

  • Perform work safely (TSA)
  • Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems and devices Integrates safety protocol. (TSA)
  • Repair electrical and mechanical systems (TSA)
  • Communicate Technical Information (TSA)
  • Operate power and hand tools and standard test equipment
Two students writing in a manufacturing space environment

Highlights

Technical Diploma

13 Credits

Beloit-Janesville Campus

6004 S. County Road G, Janesville, WI 53546