Course Description: Students learn to perform basic trigonometric functions, and perform other procedures such as I.D. boring and facing operations, planning a sequence for machining operations, aligning work pieces, use work holding devices, jigs and fixtures, performing threading operations on lathes, machining keyways on a vertical mill, inspecting and dressing grinding wheels, performing O.D. & I.D. threading operations, performing O.D. & I.D. tapering operations, machining parts using milling cutters and milling machines, and tapping holes on a vertical mill.
Course Notes: MC110 BenchWork with a Grade of C or higher, and MC115 Machining I with a Grade of C or higher.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: MC113 Metallurgy should be taken as a corequisite.Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: MC113 Metallurgy should be taken as a corequisite.
Course Description: History of Numerical Control (NC) and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines. Introduction to CNC machine used in the precision and machining trades. Practical experience in the application of "G" codes and "M" codes, writing CNC machine programs, and machine setup and operation.
Course Notes: MC115 Machining I with a Grade of C or higher, or Departmental Consent.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Course Description: Review problems and create projects related to the experimental manufacturing area with emphasis on production planning, quality control, and inspection techniques.
Course Notes: Departmental Consent.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Course Description: This course examines theory, applications, and operation of industrial hydraulic and pneumatic systems. The inspection, maintenance and repair of the various components are covered in this course. Interpretation of the various schematic symbols used in hydraulic and pneumatic circuit diagrams will be discussed.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Course Description: Principles and operations of motor controls with emphasis on maintenance, operation, and utilization.
Course Notes: AE100 AC/DC Circuits.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Course Description: Electrical controls, their connections and their actions when AC is applied; study electrical principles and practices required of service technicians in refrigeration, heating, air conditioning, and appliance repair in commercial and industrial fields.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Course Description: Introduction to the fundamentals of heating and air-conditioning in residential applications including system design and troubleshooting.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 4.00
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 4.00
Course Description: Essentials of solar power systems and components, design and installation, production and maintenance with consideration of safety and codes for wiring, grounding, and construction.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Course Description: Basic mechanical skills required for the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of mechanical industrial equipment as well as preventive maintenance techniques.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: McPherson area high school & post-secondary students enrolled in the Industrial Mechanical Maintenance/Industrial Electrical Technology program ONLY.Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: Brooks Trade Center Industrial Electrical Technology students ONLY.
Course Description: Preparation and testing for Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification in safe refrigerant handling procedures.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 1.00
Course Description: Preparation for licensing in evaluating structures to determine heating and cooling requirements.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 1.00
Course Description: Preparation for licensing in evaluating structures to determine duct sizing for heating and cooling systems.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 1.00
Course Description: Preparation for licensing in current common code requirements and issues impacting mechanical contractors.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 1.00
Course Description: Hands-on application of the tools and skills necessary to produce and manage content in the contemporary sports communication environment. Operate in multiple roles of sports/live event media production using technical and professional interpersonal skills needed for planning, scripting, shooting, and reporting on sports and other live events.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Course Description: Introduction to the fundamentals of audio production focusing on the properties of sound, conversion into electronic signals, mixing, blending and the reproduction of audio; emphasizing the application of audio as both a primary and secondary medium to enhance and compliment video.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Course Description: Practice of writing and evaluating scripts for film. Using industry-standard screenplay formatting, developing vivid stories with strong characters, and creating scripts for original or adapted screenplays.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Course Description: In video production techniques students will hold various roles including director, producer and production crew members while handling talent, blocking scenes, dealing with composition, lighting, staging, sound scripting and sequencing of shots. Site selection, studio and location shots, production breaks, shooting schedules, various modes of production and the importance of individual reliability will also be considered.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Course Description: Theory and practical experience within the video/audio editing process for actual clients and various laboratory exercises including both the creative and technical aspects of Non-linear A/V editing; the use digital formats and codecs; initiation and maintenance of a professional project portfolio required.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Course Description: Application of advanced editing and post-production skills to the editing process; extending base skills from MP113 Video Editing and Post-Production I; working individually and in teams creating convergent media projects; increasing skills in color correction and video stabilization; overseeing Assistant Editors and offering guidance for client videos; further establishment of a personal portfolio; interaction with area post production facilities and professionals.
Course Notes: MP113 Video Editing and Post Production I, or TC113 Video Editing & Post Production I.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Course Description: A partnership with industry from the Media and Film Production office designed to provide students with actual on-the-job work experience.
Fall
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 2.00
Section Notes: 12 credits of program foundation courses.