Integrated Systems Technology

Award

Associate of Applied Science

Length

This program is intended for the full-time or part-time student. The length of time 
required to complete the program is variable.

Purpose

This program combines the concepts, theory and practices associated with mechanical and electrical processes found in modern automated industries. Students in the Mechanical Track develop the skills to assemble, install, troubleshoot and service pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical systems. Students in the Electrical / Electronic Track develop skills to install, test and troubleshoot, program and calibrate a variety of electronic devices including robotics and programmable logic controllers. Coursework also provides opportunities where students learn teamwork and lean manufacturing through simulated work experience.

Occupational Objectives

The following occupational titles represent examples of possible employment opportunities:

  • Industrial Integrated Systems Technician Industrial Electrical Technician
  • Industrial Controls Technician
  • Industrial Multi-craft Maintenance Technician Process Technician
  • Industrial Mechanical Technician Mechatronics Technician

Admission Requirements

Students must meet the general admission requirements of the College. All students who are not proficient in communication and computation skills will be required to correct deficiencies through developmental courses.

Program Description

Integrated Systems Technology is a two-year program of study that is comprised of general and technical foundational courses, specific skills and knowledge, and project-based learning. The specific skills and knowledge and project-based learning components are specific to the field of industrial maintenance.

Program Outcomes

Following completion of the AAS degree, students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate the knowledge gained in how modern manufacturers use different technologies and automation in manufacturing.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to communicate integrated systems concepts effectively.
  3. Demonstrate analytical ability to effectively perform machine troubleshooting on simple to complex integrated systems.
  4. Demonstrate the use of different types of tools and test equipment that are commonly used to maintain integrated systems in industry.
  5. Demonstrate the use of concepts used in manufacturing such as Lean manufacturing and how it relates to integrated systems in an industrial environment.

Integrated Systems Technology - Electrical / Electronic Track*

    Lecture Hours Lab Hours Course Credits
First Semester
MAC 131 Machine Lab 1 3 2
SDV 100 College Success Skills 1 0 1
ITE 115 Computer Software Applications 3 0 3
IND 137 Teamwork and Problem Solving 3 0 3
ETR 115 DC & AC Circuits 3 0 3
MEC 154 Mechanical Maintenance I 2 2 3
HLT 116 Personal Wellness 3 0 3
Total   16 5 18
Second Semester
ENG 131 Technical Report Writing I 3 0 3
ECO 100 Elementary Economics 3 0 3
MEC 162 Applied Hydraulics and Pneumatics 2 2 3
SAF 130 OSHA 10 Training 1 0 1
ELE 147 Electrical Power and Controls Systems 2 2 3
MTH 103 Applied Tech Math I 3 0 3
Total   14 4 14
Third Semester
HUM 165 Controversial Issues 3 0 3
ETR 141 Electronics I 3 0 3
IND 181 World Class Manufacturing I 3 0 3
ELE 233 Programmable Logic Controller I 2 3 3
INS 230 Instrumentation I 2 2 3
Total   13 5 15
Fourth Semester
ETR 246 Electronic Motor Drives Systems 2 2 3
IND 243 Mechatronics 2 2 3
ELE 237 Human Machine Interface Systems - HMI 1 2 2
IND 298 Seminar and Project 2 2 3
ELE 240 Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers 2 2 3
ETR 177 Industrial Robotics and Robotics Programming 2 2 3
Total   11 12 17
Total Minimum Credits for the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Integrated Systems Technology – Electrical / Electronic Track: 66

Integrated Systems Technology - Mechanical Track

    Lecture Hours Lab Hours Course Credits
First Semester
MAC 131 Machine Lab 1 3 2
SDV 100 College Success Skills 1 0 1
ITE 115 Computer Software Applications 3 0 3
IND 137 Teamwork and Problem Solving 3 0 3
ETR 115 DC & AC Circuits 3 0 3
MEC 154 Mechanical Maintenance I 2 2 3
HLT 116 Personal Wellness 3 0 3
Total   16 5 18
Second Semester
ENG 131 Technical Report Writing I 3 0 3
ECO 100 Elementary Economics 3 0 3
MEC 162 Applied Hydraulics & Pneumatics 2 2 3
SAF 130 OSHA 10 Training 1 0 1
MTH 103 Applied Tech Math I 3 0 3
WEL 120 Fundamentals of Welding 1 3 2
Total   13 5 15
Third Semester
HUM 165 Controversial Issues 3 0 3
MAC 161 Machine Shop Practices I 2 2 3
IND 181 World Class Manufacturing I 3 0 3
DRF 160 Machine Blueprint Reading 3 0 3
MEC 254 Mechanical Maintenance II 2 2 3
WEL 135 Inert Gas Welding 1 3 2
Total   14 7 17
Fourth Semester
MEC 268 Fluid Power - Hydraulic Systems 1 2 2
IND 243 Mechatronics 2 2 3
MEC 269 Fluid Power - Pneumatic Systems 1 2 2
MEC 169 Steam Systems 1 2 2
IND 298 Seminar and Project 2 2 3
MEC 168 Pump Systems 1 2 2
MEC 148 Industrial Pipefitting 1 2 2
Total   9 14 16