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Industrial Electronics & Maintenance Technician

Welcome to our industrial electronics & maintenance technician program. We offer a range of degrees, including industrial electronics & maintenance technician and industrial technology. Let us prepare you for a rewarding career in industrial electronics. Explore our site to discover how we can help you achieve your goals in industrial electronics & maintenance technology.

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Associate in Applied Science Degree

Industrial Electronics & Maintenance Technician

The program is designed to train students in electronics and maintenance fundamentals, the associated circuitry and components, troubleshooting and repair of systems. All courses contain a balance of the latest theory and hands-on lab experience that will develop a well-rounded and versatile technician. Students who complete the Industrial Electronics and Maintenance Technician program should be qualified for entry-level positions with a variety of industries. The knowledge gained from these courses may enable students who are pursuing a four-year degree to capstone into programs at senior-level institutions. The core technical classes may prove to be very valuable to those persons already employed in industry desiring to upgrade their skills.
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Courses
Total = 65 Hours
Fall Semester
CSCI 1101 or CSCI 1102 - Introduction to Computers or Intro to Computers w/ Business Applications 3 Cr. Hrs.
ENGL 1101 - Rhetoric and Composition I 3 Cr. Hrs.
IST 1291 - Basic Electronics for Technicians 5 Cr. Hrs.
IST 2230 - Introduction to PLCs 4 Cr. Hrs.
MATH 1201 - Technical Mathematics 1 or higher 3 Cr. Hrs.
Total 18 Cr. Hrs.
Spring Semester
FLPR 1262 - Fluid Power Fundamentals 5 Cr. Hrs.
IST 1250 - Electric Motors and Control Circuits 6 Cr. Hrs.
IST 1265 - Solid State Electronics 4 Cr. Hrs.
Total 15 Cr. Hrs.
Fall Semester
IST 1221 - Industrial Safety 2 Cr. Hrs.
IST 2231 - Advanced Programmable Controllers 3 Cr. Hrs.
IST 2232 - Branded Controllers & Industrial PCs 3 Cr. Hrs.
MACH 1201 - Machining Technology I 4 Cr. Hrs.
WELD 1270 - Introduction to Welding Processes 4 Cr. Hrs.
Total 16 Cr. Hrs.
Spring Semester
COMM 1101 - Principles of Effective Speaking 3 Cr. Hrs.
IST 1230 - Introduction to Robotics 3 Cr. Hrs.
IST 2258 - Automated Control Systems 4 Cr. Hrs.
PSYC 2101 or PSYC 2106 - Introduction to Psychology or Human Relations 3 Cr. Hrs.
ELEC 1210 - National Electrical Code 3 Cr. Hrs.
Total 16 Cr. Hrs.
Technical Electives
CNS 1212 - Hardware and Operating Systems
Costs & How To Pay

Costs for this program

Tuition & Fees at RLC

Payments on student accounts must be made by the deadline included on the student statement.

  • Fall: July 15
  • Spring: December 15
  • Summer: May 15

Students who do not make payments by this deadline may be dropped from their classes.

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Associate in Science Degree

Industrial Technology

Industrial Technology has as its objective the training of qualified personnel who can develop and direct the manufacture and distribution of products. The program is a balanced curriculum of studies drawn from a variety of disciplines relating to the processes, principles of distribution and concepts of industrial management and human relations. Communication skills, humanities and social sciences are studied to develop managerial abilities. Knowledge of physical science, mathematics, design and technical skills gained from the program allows the graduate to cope with technical production problems. A total of 64 hours is required for the Associate in Science Degree.
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Courses
Total = 64 Hours
Fall Semester
CHE 1101 - General Chemistry 5 Cr. Hrs.
ENGG 1101 - Engineering Graphics 4 Cr. Hrs.
ENGL 1101 - Rhetoric and Composition I 3 Cr. Hrs.
HEA 1101 - Health Education 2 Cr. Hrs.
MATH 1108 - College Algebra 3 Cr. Hrs.
Total 17 Cr. Hrs.
Spring Semester
CSCI 1102 - Intro to Computers w/ Business Applications 3 Cr. Hrs.
ENGL 1102 - Rhetoric and Composition II 3 Cr. Hrs.
MATH 1109 - Plane Trigonometry 3 Cr. Hrs.
PSYC 2101 - Introduction to Psychology 3 Cr. Hrs.
Elective – Humanities 3 Cr. Hrs.
Total 15 Cr. Hrs.
Fall Semester
COMM 1101 - Principles of Effective Speaking 3 Cr. Hrs.
PHY 1101 - College Physics 5 Cr. Hrs.
Elective – Humanities 3 Cr. Hrs.
Elective – Social Science 3 Cr. Hrs.
Elective – Biological Science 3 Cr. Hrs.
Total 17 Cr. Hrs.
Spring Semester
MATH 2115 - Calculus for Business 4 Cr. Hrs.
PHY 1102 - College Physics II 5 Cr. Hrs.
Elective – Social Science 3 Cr. Hrs.
Elective – Technical 3 Cr. Hrs.
Total 15 Cr. Hrs.
Costs & How To Pay

Tuition & Fees at RLC

Payments on student accounts must be made by the deadline included on the student statement.

  • Fall: July 15
  • Spring: December 15
  • Summer: May 15

Students who do not make payments by this deadline may be dropped from their classes.

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Short-Term

Certificates

Essential skills and training to jumpstart your career in a matter of months

Basic Machining

This certificate is for those students who are seeking to improve their skills for the machining industry. Students will learn the fundamentals of machining using lathes and milling machining. The basic fundamentals of setting up the machine, selecting the correct tool, adjusting tool speed, determining depth of cut, and the use of precision measuring tools will be covered.

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Costs for this program

Tuition & Fees at RLC

 

Total = 18 Hours
Fall Semester
MACH 1201 - Machining Technology I 4 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1230 - Blueprint Reading 3 Cr. Hrs.
Total 7 Cr. Hrs.
Spring Semester
MACH 1202 - Machining Technology II 4 Cr. Hrs.
WELD 1270 - Introduction to Welding Processes 4 Cr. Hrs.
Total 8 Cr. Hrs.
Fall Semester
MACH 1203 - Machining Technology III 3 Cr. Hrs.
Total 3 Cr. Hrs.

Program Outcomes

Industrial Electronics

1. Evaluate electrical circuits and components possessing the ability to identify and replace faulty components.

2. Analyze fluid power systems with the ability to determine if they are operating properly and if they are not, identify and replace defective components.

3. Utilize successfully skills in welding, machining, and mechanics to repair industrial equipment.

4. Analyze and solve problems related to computer based automated systems (Robotic and PLC).Perform repairs on equipment using safe work procedures observing all applicable O.S.H.A. standards.

5. Demonstrate work ethics which will make the individual successful in the work force, and/or transfer to a senior institution.
Manufacturing

Career Connection

Manufacturing Career Cluster

Featuring:

Scott Kieger, General Manager. Jason Meilott and Riley Wayne Brannan, Welders & Machinists, Lay’s Mining Service, Inc., Mt. Vernon, IL

Allison Allgaier, President, Phoenix Modular Elevator, Mt. Vernon, IL

Brandon Schulte, owner and Stephan Barton, Final Assembly, Schulte Industries Inc., Mt. Vernon, IL

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Transfer Information

Students who graduate with an Associate Degree can transfer their credits to a university and pursue a Bachelor's degree and beyond. 

Articulation agreements - also known as Transfer Guides - document the pathway between RLC and the university. Historically, RLC has built articulation agreements with midwestern universities. However, students have worked with both institutions to build a pathway.   

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Transfer Guides

We have guides that document a pathway between your degree at RLC and many universities.

Murray State University
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
University of Southern Indiana
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Central Methodist University
McKendree University
Indiana Wesleyan University
Eastern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University
University of Illinois
Accreditation

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Since 1969, Rend Lake College has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), one of six regional accreditors in the United States. Accreditation is vital to what we do. It serves as a measure of quality, allows us to access and distribute federal student aid, facilitates the transfer of classes between institutions and more. The Higher Learning Commission is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

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