Instruction in the production of technical and/or scientific reports and proposals, with emphasis on organization, research and presentation. Prerequisites: EH101 or EH104 and SH100 and CS280.
UWA’s Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Industrial Maintenance, accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), equips students with a comprehensive understanding of machinery and equipment, making them valuable resources to meet the maintenance demands of various industries.
Upon completing the degree, graduates not only qualify for admission to other technology majors but also possess the skills to work as industrial machinery mechanics and machinery maintenance workers among other employment opportunities. Their expertise extends to repairing factory equipment, conveying systems, production machinery and packaging equipment. Alternatively, graduates may pursue a career as millwrights, specializing in the installation, dismantling, repair, reassembly and movement of machinery in factories, power plants and construction sites. The program also offers valuable internship opportunities to provide hands-on experience in the field. With guidance in selecting approved electives, students can chart a career path tailored to their individual interests.
Students pursuing the degree will choose either the Electrical option or Welding option. Students who complete the Electrical option may pursue the BS in Engineering Technology or the BS in Technology degree. Students who complete the degree with the Welding option may only pursue the BS in Technology degree.
The Program Educational Objectives for Industrial Maintenance students post-graduation are:
- Contribute to the development of both themselves and the company by effectively determining solutions and applying skills in engineering technology.
- Advance in their chosen engineering technology profession by being successfully employed and demonstrating strong skills in communication, team building and leadership.
- Participate in professional development, expanding their knowledge and capabilities through continuing education, or an advanced degree or other lifelong learning.
- Serve as a positive role model in their communities, whether locally, nationally or globally, by conducting themselves with high standards of ethics.
Program graduates will have achieved the following five Student Outcomes with an ability to: (1) Apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve well-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline; (2) Design solutions for well-defined technical problems and assist with the engineering design of systems, components, or processes appropriate to the discipline; (3) Apply written, oral, and graphical communication in well-defined technical and non-technical environments and identify and use appropriate technical literature; (4) Conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results; and (5) Function effectively as a member of a technical team.
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Program Facts
Program Format
On Campus
Academic Term
Spring, Summer and Fall semesters
Tuition Cost
Number of Credits
60 hours
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Sample Courses
EH200 Technical Communications
3 Credits
ET210 Industrial Mechanics
3 Credits
A study of mechanical systems used in industry such as couplings, bearings and lubricants.
ET221 AC/DC Theory I
3 Credits
Instruction in basic electrical/electronic principles related to AC/DC theory and methods of applying this knowledge to various circuits as used by industry. Includes introduction to discrete semiconductors, amplifiers, power supplies and digital electronics. Includes laboratory component. Prerequisite or Corequisite: MH113 or higher MH course.
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Career Outlook
Graduates of this program are equipped with the necessary skills to pursue a diverse range of career opportunities. With this degree, graduates typically enter fields and industries such as manufacturing, production and industrial facilities. They are well-prepared to work as industrial machinery mechanics and machinery maintenance workers specializing in the repair and maintenance of various factory equipment. Moreover, this degree qualifies graduates for specific job titles such as Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Electrician and Maintenance Mechanic. These positions allow individuals to play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of machinery and equipment within industrial settings, making them valuable assets to their employers.
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