CONSTRUCTION & MANUFACTURING PROGRAMS

CONSTRUCTION & MANUFACTURING PROGRAMS

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CONSTRUCTION & MANUFACTURING PROGRAMS

Air Conditioning TechnologyBuilding & Facilities MaintenanceCarpentry NCCERGreen Building TechnologyElectrical ConstructionIndustrial Electrical TechnologyMasonry NCCERMechatronics TechnologyPlumbing NCCERPrecision ManufacturingResidential Energy EfficiencySustainable Renewable and Alternative EnergyWelding & Joining Technology

Albany Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate of Applied Science Degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Albany Technical College.

For up-to-date program offerings, please refer to theAlbany Technical College website at www.albanytech.edu/academics/areas-of-study

Air conditioning technicians keep heating and air-conditioning systems working to control the temperature, humidity, and air quality in homes, businesses, industrial plants, and other buildings. Heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers—also called technicians—install, maintain, and repair the refrigeration systems for storing and transporting food, medicine and other items. Because heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems are sometimes rolled into one― Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) systems.

Students in the Air Conditioning Technology program learn the principles of air conditioning systems, heating service and installation, and design of heating and air conditioning systems. They get the hands-on training needed to enter the workforce and succeed in the HVACR industry, including commercial and industrial refrigeration, heat pumps, air conditioning systems, fundamentals of electricity, and electric motors and controls. They also will develop skills in the areas of work ethics, air conditioning theory, and the occupational skills needed for employment in the HVAC industry.

Program graduates receive an Air Conditioning Technology diploma and five Technical Certificates of Credit, including Air Conditioning Technician Assistant, Industrial/Commercial Air, Air Conditioning Repair Specialist, Air Conditioning Electrical Technician, and Residential Air Conditioning Technician. Students who complete these programs will have the qualifications to find work as air conditioning technicians, refrigeration technicians, installers, sales reps and parts distributors.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONTINUED EDUCATIONWant to broaden your opportunities for education and employment? Students will be able to apply what they learned in the Air Conditioning Technology program and follow up with Albany Tech’s Building Maintenance or Electrical Construction, giving them an added edge and a boost in employability.

AIR CONDITIONING TECHNOLOGY

CERTIFICATESAir Conditioning Electrical TechnicianAir Conditioning Repair SpecialistAir Conditioning Technician Assistant

Industrial /Commercial AirResidential Air Conditioning Technician

Air Conditioning Technology

DIPLOMA

CERTIFICATEGeneral Maintenance Mechanic

Building and facilities maintenance involves many different trades, such as electrical, carpentry, plumbing, painting and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC). Because older buildings and equipment will always require repairs, updates, or renovations, students in this program learn how to repair and maintain the important equipment systems in such buildings, including both residential and light industrial facilities, as well as learning the skills needed for maintenance and repair of the fixtures and appliances in those buildings.

This program is ideal for people who like solving problems, working with their hands, and using basic tools to fix mechanical, electrical or plumbing issues. Technicians in this field often handle the fabrication of walls, installation of doors and windows, paint selection and preparation, basic plumbing installation and troubleshooting and the regulation of air quality, temperature and humidity in building interiors. Among the skills taught are the basics of refrigeration and building climate controls, commercial and residential wiring, DC and AC motors, and basic plumbing. Also included are the basics of HVACR electrical systems and motors, among other topics.

Program graduates receive a Building and Facilities Maintenance diploma and a General Maintenance Mechanic certificate. Students who complete these programs will have the qualifications of a technician necessary for entry-level jobs in a non-manufacturing maintenance setting such as apartment complexes, hotels, schools, and hospitals.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONTINUED EDUCATIONAfter completing the Building and Facilities Maintenance program, graduates can choose more in-depth instruction in some of the areas covered by taking additional courses in programs such as electrical, air conditioning, plumbing, carpentry, and masonry.

BUILDING & FACILITIES MAINTENANCE

Building & Facilities Maintenance

DIPLOMA

Carpenters work in both the residential and commercial industries and construct, repair, and install building frameworks and structures made from wood and other materials. These hands-on jobs require employees to know how to follow blueprints and building plans and codes; install windows and molding; measure, cut, and shape wood, plastic, and other materials; and build frameworks, including walls, floors, and doorframes; erect, level, and install building framework with the aid of rigging hardware and cranes; inspect and replace damaged framework or other structures and fixtures; and instruct and direct laborers and other construction helpers

Completion of the Carpentry NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) program offers graduates a wide variety of jobs in the construction industry, from insulating office buildings to installing drywall or kitchen cabinets in homes. To complete those tasks, carpenters use many different tools to cut and shape wood, plastic, fiberglass, or drywall. They commonly use hand tools, including squares, levels, and chisels, as well as many power tools, such as sanders, circular saws, nail guns, and welding machines. Many employers require

applicants to supply their own tools. Students in this program will learn about foundations, floors, walls, ceilings, roofs, and interior and exterior structures, including windows and stairs.

Program graduates receive a carpentry diploma and two Technical Certificates of Credit―NCCER Carpentry Fundamentals and NCCER Advanced Carpentry―and will qualify to test for National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification. They will have the qualifications of an entry-level residential carpenter or entry-level commercial carpenter.

CARPENTRY NCCER

CERTIFICATESCarpentry Fundamentals NCCERAdvanced Carpentry NCCER

Carpentry

DIPLOMA

CERTIFICATEGreen Building Technician

The Green Building Technology diploma program is designed to prepare students for a future in the growing field of weatherization and energy efficiency assessment for new and existing houses and buildings. Improving the energy efficiency, health and safety, comfort, and durability of both new and existing homes and buildings is emphasized.

Students are taught to conduct comprehensive building performance evaluations, assessments, analysis, and testing to determine appropriate performance improvements. The Green Building Technology program includes applied hands-on building diagnostics, commissioning, energy auditing and modeling, and weatherization retrofit strategies useful in the green building industry.

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to apply building science principles and practices to the design and construction of both new and existing homes to help improve the energy efficiency, comfort, indoor air quality, and durability of the house; perform energy audits and assessments; conduct a comprehensive house inspection and diagnostic analysis of a house using state-of-the-art diagnostic tools; and analyze the economics of weatherization improvements and energy-efficient retrofits to existing buildings among other tasks.

The program is designed for individuals wanting to enter the energy efficiency assessment and retrofit industry, and for contractors wishing to work towards becoming certified weatherization technicians, and/or energy auditors. This program will prepare students to take the HERS national rater exam and the BPI building analyst exam.

Graduates will receive a Green Building Technology diploma and a Green Building Technician certificate.

GREEN BUILDING TECHNOLOGY

Green Building Technology

DIPLOMA

Those individuals interested in how electricity is generated and then travels from the power plant to homes and businesses might consider a career in electrical construction. Electricians install and maintain all of the electrical and power systems for homes, businesses, and factories. They install and maintain the wiring and control equipment through which electricity flows, including electrical equipment and machines in factories and a wide range of other businesses. Electricians are used for wiring new homes, restaurants, schools, and other structures, including older buildings that need improvements to their electrical systems to meet modern building and occupancy codes.

Students enrolled in the Electrical Construction Technology program will develop skills to work safely in a residential or commercial environment and be prepared to inspect, install, maintain and repair electrical systems. They will learn about direct and alternating circuits, how to interpret electrical prints and schematics, how to wire structures, and how to maintain their operation while applying the National Electric Code.

Program graduates receive a diploma in Electrical Construction Technology, with a specialization in residential or industrial applications, and three Technical Certificates of Credit―Basic Electrical Technician, Commercial Wiring, and Electrical Systems Assistant. Graduates can begin entry-level jobs in residential or commercial electrical construction. The majority of electricians are employed by electrical contracting firms, while others work in a variety of industries. About 10 percent of electricians are self-employed.

ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION

CERTIFICATESBasic Electrical TechnicianCommercial WiringElectrical Systems Assistant

Electrical Construction Technology

DIPLOMA

Industrial electricians work with electrical circuits, analog and digital electronics, microprocessors and microcomputers, motors, and controls. They may build, troubleshoot, and maintain complex control and instrumentation systems. In the Industrial Electrical Technology program, students learn through hands-on experience how to inspect, install, operate, maintain and repair electrical systems and be able to work safely in an industrial setting. These systems include industrial wiring, motor controls, and electrical distribution panels.

Topics covered in this program include direct and alternating circuits, how to interpret electrical prints and schematics, and how to wire industrial structures and maintain their operation while applying the National Electric Code, and inspecting and maintaining industrial digital computers, also known as PLCs (programmable logic controllers). These skills prepare graduates for careers in building maintenance, electronics repair, and working for construction and utility companies, among other opportunities.

Program graduates receive an Industrial Electrical Technology diploma and three Technical Certificates of Credit―Basic Electrical Technician, Commercial Wiring, and Electrical Systems Assistant―and will be prepared to begin an entry-level job in industrial electrical operations.

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY

Industrial Electrical Technology

DIPLOMA CERTIFICATESBasic Electrical TechnicianCommercial WiringElectrical Systems Assistant

Those who enjoy working with their hands and learning basic construction skills might consider a career in masonry. The work of a mason varies, from laying a simple masonry walkway to installing an ornate exterior on a high-rise building. Workers cut or break the materials used to create walls, floors, and other structures. Once their building materials are properly sized, they are laid with or without a binding material. Workers use their perceptions and a variety of tools to ensure that the structure meets the desired standards. After they finish laying the bricks, blocks, or stone, the workers clean the finished product with a variety of cleaning agents.

Brickmasons generally build and repair walls, floors, partitions, fireplaces, chimneys, and other structures with brick, precast masonry panels, concrete block, and similar masonry materials. Some brickmasons specialize in areas such as installing firebrick linings in industrial furnaces. The Masonry NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) program teaches students basic construction, and basic and advanced skills in masonry and bricklaying, including how to construct and form footings, foundations, columns, and floor and wall framing.

Program graduates receive a Masonry diploma and three Technical Certificates of Credit―Advanced Masonry NCCER, Basic Masonry NCCER, and Masonry Technology NCCER―which qualifies them as a one-year apprentice brick and block mason or as a one-year apprentice tile setter. They can also test to be NCCER certified. These qualifications open opportunities for employment with contractors and businesses such as LRA Constructors and Benton’s Masonry, among others. Graduates from this program are often hired for construction projects such as schools, hospitals, apartment buildings, and other structures.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONTINUED EDUCATIONAfter completing the Masonry NCCER program, students might choose to continue their education by enrolling in the Carpentry program.

MASONRY NCCER

CERTIFICATESAdvanced Masonry NCCER Basic Masonry NCCER

Masonry Technology NCCERMasonry NCCER

DIPLOMA

All plants and industries must be well-maintained to run at full capacity, creating an ongoing demand for those trained in mechatronics. This program combines elements of electronics, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanics, IT, computers and robotics, all of which have helped to increase the productivity and efficiency of modern manufacturing. Mechatronics technicians typically assist the design, development and engineering staff, as well as work closely with others to install, maintain, modify and repair mechatronic systems, equipment, and component parts.

With instruction in the Mechatronics program, graduates will be prepared for the modern, automated workforce. The program trains students in the areas of pumps and pipes, electrical and mechanical systems, motors, controls, fluid power, industrial wiring, and industrial digital computers, also known as PLCs (programmable logic controllers). Students also will learn skills such as troubleshooting, time management, and installation, inspection, and maintenance of equipment, among other tasks.

Graduates can choose to earn an Associate of Science degree, or a diploma and Technical Certificates of Credit in Basic Mechatronics. Graduates from this program look for employment as mechatronics or industrial electricians in manufacturing and engineering as mechatronics technicians, mechanical system technicians, pumps and pipes specialists, PLC and robotics technicians, and instrumentation technicians.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONTINUING EDUCATIONMany graduates that earn a two-year associate degree in Mechatronics Technology choose to pursue a four-year Bachelor of Engineering degree.

MECHATRONICS TECHNOLOGY

CERTIFICATESBasic Mechatronics Specialist Industrial Electrical Assistant Industrial Mechatronics Mechatronics SpecialistMechatronics Technician

Mechatronics Technology

DIPLOMAMechatronics Technology

DEGREE

This program offers the combination of plumbing theory and practical application necessary for successful employment as a plumber apprentice, an entry-level plumber that will begin their career under the guidance of a more experienced tradesman. Students in the Plumbing NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) program will develop skills to work efficiently and safely in the plumbing industry. They typically perform many of the same tasks that veteran plumbers do, including installing new plumbing fixtures, unclogging plumbing systems, and repairing pipes. They may handle easier jobs on their own and act as a helper on more complex jobs.

Hands-on training teaches students how to inspect, install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems in commercial and residential settings. Among the skills taught in this program are how to interpret codes, blueprints, sketches, drawings, and schematics. Students will also learn how to install, repair, and maintain pipes, drain systems, water supply systems, plumbing fixtures, gas heating, venting, and appliances.

Graduates of this program earn a diploma and four Technical Certificates of Credit―Advanced Plumbing Technician NCCER, Plumbers Assistant NCCER, Intermediate Plumbing Technician NCCER, and Plumbing Technician NCCER. Graduates can also test for NCCER certification.

PLUMBING NCCER

Plumbing NCCER

DIPLOMA CERTIFICATESAdvanced Plumbing Technician NCCERIntermediate Plumbing Technician NCCER

Plumbers Assistant NCCERPlumbing Technician NCCER

In the world of manufacturing, precision machinists are depended upon to design, upgrade, maintain, operate and control all of the modern, computer-controlled production equipment and facilities equipment. Students in the Precision Manufacturing program receive an in-depth multi-disciplinary education in mathematics, robotics, industrial mechanics, manufacturing processes, and methods.

These courses prepare students to install, program, operate, maintain, service, and diagnose electromechanical equipment used in manufacturing applications. Upon completion, they will be able to interpret drawings using industry standards, safely use and operate standard industrial tools and equipment, and maintain, inspect, service and repair industrial control systems and programmable logic controllers among other tasks.

Graduates of this program will receive a Precision Manufacturing diploma. They may find entry-level employment as industrial/mechanical maintenance technicians, machinists, millwrights, automation technicians, flexible manufacturing technicians, robotics technicians, or as supervisors in a variety of settings that require automated manufacturing skills.

PRECISION MANUFACTURING

Precision Manufacturing

DIPLOMAPrecision Manufacturing

DEGREE

One of Albany Tech’s newest program offerings, the Residential Energy Efficiency Technology program introduces students to the ideas and practices behind the sustainable construction movement. Students are introduced to the methods and philosophies behind green building and energy-efficient residential structures becoming more mainstream in the construction industry today. Classroom lecture is combined with real hands-on experience gained from the inspection of existing homes. The program includes a live-work component that provides students an opportunity to learn real world skills while performing testing and calculations on actual homes.

Students will learn to conduct and prepare a home energy audit, best procedures to air seal a building and how to interpret local and national building, energy conservation or green building codes. The course will also cover the fundamentals of solar technologies for residential building, including solar generator electricity and photovoltaic. The curriculum mirrors that required by Building Performance Institute Inc. (BPI) to achieve BPI certifications. Graduates should complete a week-long certification course with an approved BPI test center to achieve the BPI Building Analyst Certification.

Graduates of this program will receive a Residential Energy Efficiency Technology diploma. They will be prepared for employment as weatherization technicians, energy specialists, energy auditors, field inspectors, and energy star inspectors/raters, among other positions.

RESIDENTIAL ENERGY EFFICIENCY TECHNOLOGY

Residential Energy Eff iciency Technology

DIPLOMA

The Sustainable Renewable and Alternative Energy diploma program concentrates on Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and Small Wind Technology (50 kW/h and smaller). This program prepares students for entry-level positions in the field of renewable energy technicians and technical maintenance. Emphasis is placed on “green” technologies including electricity, wind, photovoltaics, solar thermal, energy efficiency, and smart grid technology.

Students develop the practical skills needed to install, troubleshoot, and maintain photovoltaic, wind turbines, and solar thermal systems. The course work includestheory and lab practice in energy fundamentals, sustainability, construction practices, electrical currents, and energy measures and efficiency. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to properly select and install a solar thermal or wind energy system on a variety of sites; inspect, troubleshoot, and repair an existing solar thermal system; conduct a site analysis, including load analysis; and demonstrate proper methods for electrical wiring of solar arrays/systems (AC and DC) among other tasks.

Graduates of this program will receive a Sustainable Renewable and Alternative Energy diploma and will be prepared to take the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Entry Level Exam. Solar and wind industry employers look for this credential when hiring employees.

SUSTAINABLE RENEWABLE AND ALTERNATIVE ENERGY

Sustainable Renewable and Alternative Energy

DIPLOMA

Welding plays a critical role in the strength and durability of everything, from cars to heavy industrial machinery to bridges. The Welding/Joining Technology program is one of Albany Tech’s longest-running programs, meeting demand throughout the region and beyond for entry-level welders/fabricators or support industry employees. The most common and simplest type of welding today is arc welding, which uses electrical currents to create heat and bond metals together, but there are over 100 different processes that a welder can employ. The type of weld used is normally determined by the types of metals being joined and the conditions under which the welding is to take place.

Entry-level skills taught in this program include operation and manipulation of oxyfuel/plasma cutting equipment, shears, brakes, drills, and grinders. Students will also learn the four processes while implementing blueprint reading skills and layout techniques with various measuring and hand tool equipment. Those processes include shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding (GTAW), and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW).

Albany Tech recently added three state-of-the-art welding simulators to the program, enabling students to gain valuable skills at a much faster rate due to the prep time needed to set up for traditional welding training. In addition, modern inverter welders were purchased to replace those that were outdated, giving students in this program every possible advantage for learning.

Program graduates receive a Welding and Joining Technology diploma, have the qualifications of a welding and joining technician, and are prepared to take qualification tests. The program offers Technical Certificates of Credit in FCAW, GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, advanced SMAW, intermediate welder, and advanced welder.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONTINUING EDUCATIONMany graduates that earn a Welding and Joining Technology diploma choose to pursue additional engineering training with a welding background.

WELDING & JOINING TECHNOLOGY

CERTIFICATESAdvanced Shielded Metal Arc WelderBasic Shielded Metal Arc WelderFlux-Cored Arc WelderGas Metal Arc Welder

Gas Tungsten Arc WeldingVer tical Shielded Metal Arc Welder Fabricator

Welding & Joining Technology

DIPLOMA

ADMISSIONS TESTINGATC uses the Accuplacer-Next Generation exam for measuring proficiency in reading, writing and math. Applicants must achieve minimum admissions scores on the exam as specified in the program state standards or acceptable scores on a statistically validated test such as the SAT or ACT. Program-specific entrance scores are a minimum requirement, and higher scores may be required. Reasonable accommodations are made during testing for those who need them. (The examiner should be notified prior to testing.)

FINANCIAL AIDATC offers several types of financial assistance to help qualified applicants pay for their education. Funds are available through the Federal Pell Grant, the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, Federal Work-Study and the Georgia HOPE programs. Students may also receive assistance through the Job Training Partnership Act, operated by the Georgia Department of Labor, or the Veterans Educational Assistance Program, administered by the Department of Veteran’s Affairs. Sufficient financial assistance is available to provide the opportunity for eligible students to attend college. Grant and scholarship programs operate on an award-year beginning in August and ending in July. Students must apply or re-apply each year to receive or continue to receive financial aid.

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