Mechanical Technology

The Associate of Applied Science Degree and the Certificate of Achievement in Mechanical Technology provide individuals with classroom and laboratory experiences in electricity, mechanical power, pneumatics, hydraulics, ferrous and nonferrous materials, welding and air conditioning, as they pertain to the maintenance of integrated systems of materials, machinery, and equipment.

In the 2009 - 2010 academic year several degrees and certificates are available in Mechanical Technology:

• Associate of Applied Science Degree
  • Industrial Emphasis
  • Operations Emphasis
  • Power Utility Program
  • Theatre Technology Emphasis
• Certificate of Achievement
  • Industrial Emphasis
  • Operations Emphasis
  • Power Utility Program
  • Theatre Technology Emphasis

Contact Ramat Shabahang at (702) 651-3017 or ramat.shabahang@csn.edu for further information.

Spring 2010 Schedule of Classes

On-line Registration

MT 101B Introduction to Theater Technology

Introduction and survey of theater history and technology. Identification of criteria for employment and goal achievement in theater environment. Understanding technical and occupational skills needed for meaningful employment within the theater industry. 2 Credits.

MT 102B Fundamentals of Electricity

Fundamentals of constructing electrical circuits, measuring their predictable parameters, using measuring instruments and materials needed to maintain and repair electrical systems. 4 Credits.

MT 104B Industrial Electricity

Emphasis placed on troubleshooting, fabricating, maintaining and repairing electrical systems encountered in industry. Prerequisite: MT 102B. 4 Credits.

MT 106B Mechanical Power Transmission

Overview of hardware components of mechanical power to include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, overhauling and repairing parts and equipment. 4 Credits.

MT 110B Material Science I (Ferrous and Non-Ferrous)

The study of compositions, structures and behaviors of ferrous and nonferrous materials and their effects on physical, mechanical and electrical. 4 Credits.

MT 116B Programmable Logic Controllers II

Advanced programmable control applications and uses dealing with programmable control frequency drives and man machine interfaces packages. 3 Credits.

MT 116B Programmable Logic Controllers II

Advanced programmable control applications and uses dealing with programmable control frequency drives and man machine interfaces packages. 3 Credits.

MT 180B Co-Op/Internship First Semester

This course provides hands-on opportunities for students to work in actual power utilities environment to gain experience and learn how to apply technical knowledge and skills learned in their course work to actual power utility setting. This Co-Op course is directed by a qualified professional and supervised by the instructor. One credit will be earned for each four hours worked per week during the semester. 3 Credits.

MT 183B Co-Op/Internship Third Semester

This course provides the student with the opportunity to apply the technical knowledge and skills acquired in their course work to actual theater environment. This Co-Op course is directed by a qualified professional and supervised by the instructor. One credit will be earned for each four hours worked per week during the semester. 3 Credits.

(Posted 11 Nov 2009)

This schedule of classes is accurate at the time of posting, but is subject to change without notice.
Check On-line Registration for current listing of classes.