Advanced Manufacturing

Advanced Manufacturing

Course Information Cr Hrs
Schematics

Study the different ways of drawing pneumatic and hydraulic symbols. Develop an understanding of circuitry drawing and reading schematic drawings. Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics are necessary for this course.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDM 665  May 7-8; MT  8:30-4:30pm*  CWD 10  $219

*Class ends at noon on Tuesday.

Manual J

Learn how to perform Manual J calculations for heaing and cooling load using Wrightsoft software.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDT 300  May 10-11; THF  8-4:30pm  CWD 10  $250
 WDT 300  Jul 26-27; THF  8-4:30pm  CWD 10  $250
 WDT 300  Nov 8-9; THF  8-4:30pm  TBD  $250

Connectors

This class offers a basic view of pneumatic and hydraulic connectors and distinctions between various styles, high & low pressures, and different materials. Also provides an overview of equipment, safety requirements and tolerances.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDM 670  May 21-22; MT*  8:30-4:30pm  TBD  $219

*Class ends at noon on Tuesday.

Intro to Fluid Power

An introductory study encompassing pneumatics and hydraulics as a method of transferring energy through gas or liquid, from vacuum to high pressures.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDM 650  Jun 11-13; MTW  8-5pm  TBD  $329
 WDM 650  Sep 12-14; WTHF  8-5pm  TBD  $329

Pneumatics I

Get a maintenance perspective at preventing and troubleshooting problems with pneumatic circuits. This course covers air compressors, valves, cylinders, motors, tools, small circuits, logic circuits and air preparation.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDM 655  Jun 18-20; MTW  8:30-4:30pm  CWD 10  $329
 WDM 655  Sep 24-26; MTW  8:30-4:30pm  CWD 10  $329

Hydraulics I

Will study the use of liquid to transmit force through the usage of pumps, motors, cylinders, and other actuators. Study pressure and basic circuitry, detailing various pumps and actuators. We will study the need for preventive maintenance and trouble shooting skills.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDM 660  Jul 9-11; MTW  8:30-4:30pm  CWD 10  $329
 WDM 660  Oct 8-10; MTW  8:30-4:30pm  CWD 10  $329

Basic Programmable Logic Control

Learn basic operating principles of PLC's input and output, program maintenance, networking, ladder diagrams, logic drawings, addressing, and hard wiring.

 Course  Dates   Times  Location  Cost
 WDM 015  Aug 6-10; MTWTHF  8-5pm  CWD TBD  $800

Intermediate Programmable Logic Control

This course offers program development, downloading and uploading, problem solving/troubleshooting, control signals and introduction to analog signals.

Completion of the 80 hours total between the Basic and Intermediate PLC courses qualifies for 4 hours of credit toward Advanced PLC upon completion of both classes and proficiency exam.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDM 125  Aug 13-17; MTWTHF  8-5pm  CWD 11  $800

Preventive Maintenance

An overview of developing a preventive maintenance plan for your building systems. Covers recording and inspecting, testing, and reconditioning equipment at regular intervals to prevent failures in service and retard deterioration.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDT 645  Aug 23; TH  12-5pm  CWD 11  $125
 WDT 645  Oct 26; F  12-5pm  CWD 11  $125

Machine Working

This course introduces machining operations as they relate to the metalworking industry. Topics include machine shop safety, measuring tools, milling machines, and layout instruments.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDT 250  Sep 10-Oct 3; MW  5:30-8:30pm  TBD  $509

FANUC Operations & Programming

This course is designed to prepare students for the operations and programming of a FANUC Robot. This hands-on course provides the necessary background an operator, technician, engineer or programmer would need to set up and program using the Handling Tool Software Package.

 Course  Dates & Times  Cost
 WDM 100  Call for dates and times; 417-447-8888  $899