General Information
The Maintenance Technology Associate in Applied Science degree is a
two year program designed to prepare graduates for a position in industrial
and facility maintenance or management. This program includes introductions
to industrial electricity and wiring, mechanical applications, welding,
hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and heating and air conditioning
systems.
The Programs
Heartland Community College's Maintenance Technology requires 67 credit
hours and will provide students with many skills required of maintenance
technicians. These requirements include: a knowledge of blueprint reading,
use and care of tools and equipment, welding, basic carpentry, rigging
and scaffolding, machine shop practices, and shop math skills to fit
bearings; align gears; connect motors and belts; work with wood, steel,
concrete and other building materials; and to dismantle existing equipment.
There are two programs of study available under Manufacturing
Technology:
A.A.S. Degree in Manufacturing
Technology
Required
Courses
Manufacturing
Electives
Suggested
4-semester sequence
Certificate in
Machine Tool Technology
Required
Courses
Suggested 4-semester
sequence
Certificate in
Quality Technology
Required
Courses
Suggested 2-semester
sequence
Career Opportunities
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to seek entry-level
or apprenticeship positions as truck and heavy equipment mechanics,
oilers, machinists, tool and die makers, plumbers and pipefitters, iron
workers, and public utilities/industrial maintenance workers.
Explore Career
Opportunities in Manufacturing Technology
Advisor Information
Advisor's Guide
For more information, contact Chris Miller at (309)268-8855
or chris.miller@hcc.cc.il.us
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