Industrial Maintenance, Certificate
Program Overview
Industrial Maintenance Technicians install, maintain and repair electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment. They also assist in the development, testing, production, and quality assurance of equipment and components such as: circuit boards, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, pumps, and control systems. Skills in the Industrial Maintenance field can be applied in various areas including maintenance and repair, installation, quality assurance, and research and development.
The Industrial Maintenance curriculum provides the education and foundation needed for employment in a variety of related industries in both the private and public sector including automation and manufacturing, aerospace, and automotive industries.
The certificate program offers students the chance to work with and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers and integrated systems, learn by doing while grasping a firm theoretical foundation in electronics and mechanical technology, and put into practice acquired knowledge through several hands-on projects.
Program Objectives
Graduates of the Industrial Maintenance certificate program are expected to attain the following objectives within a few years of graduation:
- Apply mathematical, science, and engineering methods to solve technical problems
- Perform as effective team members through adequate oral and written communication skills
- Relate and exercise an educated judgment regarding their professional and ethical responsibilities
- Pursue lifelong learning and successful professional careers
Program Outcomes
Students in the Industrial Maintenance certificate program learn to apply technical and analytical skills in electrical, electronics, and related industry to solve engineering problems and maintain equipment and facilities. They apply basic math and engineering principles to solve technical problems and implement complex hardware and software systems.
Upon completion of the Certificate in Industrial Maintenance program, graduates will be able to:
- Analyze and implement electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems including both hardware and software
- Analyze and record results for standard tests and measurements
- Communicate effectively by preparing technical reports, documenting work, and by making individual and group presentations
- Function effectively as a member of a technical team
Through ECPI University’s year-round schedule, students can earn a Certificate in Industrial Maintenance in one year.
About Industrial Maintenance
The Industrial Maintenance program prepares students for employment in a variety of related industries in both the private and public sector including automation and manufacturing, aerospace, and automotive industries. Industrial Maintenance graduates may also be employed as:
- Industrial Maintenance Technician
- Maintenance Technician
- Facilities Maintenance Technician
Recommended Certifications
Certifications are not required for completion of this program; however, ECPI encourages student to obtain all appropriate certifications to increase potential job opportunities. ECPI provides students in this program with vouchers which allow the student to take certification exams at a greatly reduced cost. Available certifications for this program include: Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa) and AutoCAD Certified User.
Program Outline
To receive the Certificate in Industrial Maintenance, students must earn 50 semester credits. The program requires a minimum of 4 semesters, which is equivalent to 12 months or 50 weeks of instruction. The program requirements are as follows:
Program Requirements
Core Requirements
50 semester credit hours
| EET110 | Electric Circuits I | 3 |
| EET111 | Electric Circuits II | 3 |
| EET111L | Electric Circuits LAB | 1 |
| EET120 | Semiconductor Devices | 3 |
| EET121 | Electronic Systems Applications | 3 |
| EET192 | Graphics Communication | 3 |
| EET220 | Industrial Applications | 3 |
| EET221L | Instrumentation and Measurement LAB | 1 |
| EET231 | Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers | 3 |
| EET231L | Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers LAB | 1 |
| EET331 | Programmable Controllers and Robotics | 3 |
| EET331L | Programmable Controllers and Robotics LAB | 1 |
| ET102 | Engineering Math and Software Applications | 3 |
| ET210 | Capstone Project | 3 |
| FOR110 | Essentials for Success | 3 |
| MET222 | Mechanical Drives and Power Transmission | 3 |
| MET230 | Hydraulics and Pneumatics Systems | 3 |
| MET230L | Hydraulics and Pneumatics Systems LAB | 1 |
| MET232 | Pumps | 3 |
| MTH131 | College Algebra | 3 |