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IMA-Industrial Maintenance Technology
IND-Interior Design
ITA-Italian

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IMA - Industrial Maintenance Technology

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IMA 100 Introduction to Industrial Maintenance
3 credits

Provides you with an overall perspective and foundation for the industrial maintenance field. You will be taught the fundamentals of machine operations commonly used in the manufacturing industry. Topics such as general maintenance procedures, consumable supplies, fasteners, and machine operating specifications will be covered. In addition, high emphasis will be placed upon the understanding of machine blueprints which detail all the systems which are part of a functioning machine. You will also be exposed to parts and specification manuals utilized in the repair of industrial machinery. Finally, you will begin to learn the logical process utilized in the diagnosis of broken, worn, and defective.

IMA 120 Pumps, Seals, Rotating Equipment
3 credits

Explains the theory and operation of various types of pumps and compressors in common use in the process and energy supply industries. Mechanical power transmission systems including direct coupling and v-belt drives will be studied. The principles involved in the operation of centrifugal and positive displacement pumps and compressors will be discussed, along with the function of various components in pumps and compressors, disassembly and reassembly of pumps, compressors and mechanical drives, and troubleshooting pumps and compressors.

IMA 140 Industrial Pipe and Piping Systems
3 credits

Explains the use of piping standards and specifications, the identification and use of various materials, and material take-offs common to the process and energy supply industry. The installation and repair of industrial pipe systems commonly used in the conveying of gases and fluids will be covered. The course includes manually and automatically operated valves, regulators and other associated components. Students will work with steel, copper, and PVC pipe.

IMA 150 Industrial Problem Solving Methods
2 credits

Introduces you to individual and team problem solving techniques and methodologies. Techniques for handling complex, multi-faceted system failures are presented. You must demonstrate use of the techniques at both the individual and team level.

IMA 160 Basic Fluid Power
3 credits

Provides an understanding of the fundamentals of fluid power, hydraulic transmission of force and energy, operation at the suction side of the pump, petroleum based hydraulic fluids, fire resistant hydraulic fluids, flow rates and velocity, properties of hydraulic fluids, and the function and construction of basic elements of a hydraulic or fluid power system. The course will cover hydraulic symbols and prints used in industry.

IMA 210 Vibration Principles I
3 credits

Introduces the principles and basic techniques of industrial machinery vibration analysis. Successful students will be able to calculate vibration frequency from time domain data; convert vibration units of measure and signal detection; read and interpret basic FFT spectra; recognize various vibration sensors, mounting methods and instrumentation; and compare overall or single value vibration measurements against pre-established alert settings and perform basic FFT signature analysis.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

IMA 211 Vibration Principles II
3 credits

IMA 211 is a continuation of IMA 210 and successful students will be able to select the appropriate machinery vibration measurement technique; maintain a database of results and trends; establish and implement general overall level alarms; set up instruments for the basic resolution of amplitude, frequency and time; perform basic vibration analysis of machinery and components, such as shafts, bearings, gears, fans, pumps and motors, using spectrum analysis. In addition you will be able to classify, interpret and evaluate the test results in accordance with applicable specifications and standards; understand basic single plane balancing concepts; be aware of some causes and effects of bad measurement data; perform basic bump tests to determine natural frequencies and recommend minor corrective actions
Prerequisite: IMA 210 or permission of instructor.

IMA 250 Industrial Machine Lubrication
3 credits

Provides an understanding of the foundational principles and important considerations involved in properly lubricating industrial machines, including key components such as maintenance strategies, principles of surface protection, lubricant construction; lubricant selection for a variety of components, including rolling element bearings, plain bearings, gear drives, reciprocating engines, hydraulic systems, air compression systems, chains, cables and wire ropes; lubricant condition control; and lubricant storage and handling.

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IND - Interior Design

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IND 100 Interior Design Fundamentals
4 credits

Introduces to design elements, principles and theory. Application techniques, emphasizing design relationships and composition will be explored. Basic skills and techniques of both visual and oral presentations will be introduced.

IND 108 Professional Survey
1 credit

Provides guest speakers who share experiences and insights concerning job types, opportunities, and the educational requirements for them, business practices, current work, professional organizations; tools, methods and educational requirements necessary for various positions ; and prevailing professional attitudes.

IND 111 Drafting for Interiors
4 credits

Introduces the basic drafting tools and techniques, graphic references and symbols, use of pencil and technical pen. Student learns to draft floor plans and interior elevations. Course also covers basic interior dimensioning and lettering as well as isometric drawing construction for interior components.

IND 112 Graphics Communication
4 credits

Teaches methods of communicating interior design plans, elements and ideas in 3-D, through perspective drawing construction and quick sketch techniques, and practice rendering and illustration skills.
Prerequisite: IND 111.

IND 114 Space Planning
3 credits

Teaches the principles and factors of space planning, and practice the space planning process through residential and light commercial applications. Students are introduced to interior architecture. Use of bubble diagrams and freehand ink presentation techniques are also included.
Prerequisite: IND 111.

IND 117 Interior Textiles
2 credits

Emphasizes the study of fabrics, fibers, weaves, finishes, dying, and printing methods for residential and commercial fabrics and carpets. Resources are discussed and developed.

IND 118 Interior Finishes
2 credits

Examines finish materials for residential and commercial interior design; preparation and installation techniques; introduction to specifications and estimating
Prerequisite: IND 117 or equivalent.

IND 151 Residential Design
4 credits

Teaches and applies the preliminary project phases of the residential design process. Project documentation is introduced and practiced. At least one portfolio project is produced.
Prerequisite: IND 111 or equivalent.

IND 152 Commercial Design I
2 credits

Introduces commercial design space planning and procedures. Students will study and apply space planning, code requirements and design documentation techniques for a variety of commercial project types through a series of short exercises. Emphasis will be placed on programming and schematic design. Hand drafting, sketching and various office computer software applications will be utilized.
Prerequisite: IND 111 and IND 112, or equivalent.

IND 200 Kitchen and Bath Design
4 credits

Provides the specialized design process and documentation requirements of kitchen and bath design and applies NKBA guidelines. Students becomes familiar with trade resources supporting the design field. At least two portfolio projects are produced. Students will be encouraged to produce project documents using a variety of computer software applications.
Prerequisite: IND 111, IND 151 or equivalent.

IND 205 Professional Practice for Interior Designers
2 credits

Introduces many of the business procedures encountered in the commercial and residential practice of interior design. The student will generate a business plan and a marketing plan and learn how to establish accounts within the industry.

IND 211 Interior Construction
4 credits

Introduces the student to interior building systems and assemblies, construction documents and details, and codes applicable to interior architecture. Student will apply this knowledge to various graphic projects and is encouraged to produce projects using the computer and CAD software.
Prerequisite: IND 111.

IND 225 Lighting Design
3 credits

Teaches and applies basic knowledge of interior lighting technology and design. Content includes lamp classifications, color rendition, how lighting sources effect our perception of space, how to compute and control proper lighting levels, and how to communicate design information by means of a reflected ceiling plan and luminaire schedule. Students will be encouraged to produce projects using a variety of computer software applications.
Prerequisite: IND 111 or equivalent.

IND 231 Sustainable Design
3 credits

Creates an awareness and understanding of ecological issues while emphasizing the use of environmentally friendly materials and resources that do not compromise the effectiveness of the design. This course also investigates the practice of design to reduce the effects on the environment using renewable materials in the design building for both residential and commercial property. Its emphases are to learn to conserve resources and to reduce the negative Impact on the environment.

IND 275 Portfolio
1 credit

Provides work experience in a business or industry.

IND 280 Internship
1-6 credits

Provides work experience in a business or industry; 45 fieldwork hours per credit hour.

IND 289 Capstone
1-6 credits

Provides a demonstrated culmination of learning within a given program of study.

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ITA - Italian

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ITA 101 Conversational Italian I
3 credits

Provides the first course in a sequence for beginning students who wish to understand and speak Italian. The material includes basic vocabulary, grammar, and expressions that are used in daily situations and in travel.

ITA 102 Conversational Italian II
3 credits

Provides the second course in a sequence for students who wish to understand and speak Italian. The material continues to cover basic conversational patterns, expressions, and grammar.
Prerequisite: ITA 101 or permission of instructor.

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