School of Energy

Degrees and Certificates

Courses

DFTG 1325: Blueprint Reading and Sketching

Credits 3
An introduction to reading and interpreting working drawings for fabrication processes and associated traders. Use of sketching techniques to create pictorial and multiple-view drawings.

ELMT 1301: Basic Programmable Logic Controllers

Credits 3
An introduction to programmable logic controllers as used in industrial environments including basic concepts, programming, applications, troubleshooting of ladder logic and interfacing of equipment.

ELMT 2339: Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers

Credits 3
Advanced applications of programmable logic controllers as used in industrial environments including concepts of programming, industrial applications, troubleshooting ladder logic, and interfacing to equipment.

ELMT 2370: Advanced Mechanical Engines

Credits 3
Continuation of Introduction to Mechanical Engines. Coverage of testing and repairing diesel, gasoline, and natural gas engines including related systems and specialized tools. Emphasis on energy industry related uses of these components.

ELPT 1325: National Electrical Code I

Credits 3
An introductory study of the National Electric Code (NEC) for those employed in fields requiring knowledge of the Code. Emphasis on wiring design, protection, methods, and materials; equipment for general use; and basic calculations.

ELPT 1341: Motor Control

Credits 3
Operating principles of solid-state and conventional controls along with their practical applications. Includes braking, jogging, plugging, safety interlocks, wiring, and schematic diagram interpretations.

ELPT 1345: Commercial Wiring

Credits 3
Commercial wiring methods. Includes overcurrent protection, raceway panel board installation, proper grounding techniques, and associated safety procedures.

ELPT 1370: Advanced Electricity

Credits 3
Introduction to advanced electrical theory and circuitry including, power factor, induction, capacitance, apparent power, sine wave analysis, and complex circuitry. Power distribution calculations and circuits are also included.

ELPT 2305: Motors and Transformers

Credits 3
Operation of single- and three-phase motors and transformers. Includes transformer banking, power factor correction, and protective devices.

ENER 1270: Employment Success Energy Industry

Credits 2
A comprehensive study of basic communication skills necessary for business and industry; included are techniques in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Emphasis is placed upon written and spoken communication as they relate to correspondence and oral presentations in a business environment. Topics include communication skills such as listening, writing, verbal and non-verbal communication, conflict resolution and interviewing skills with emphasis on the importance of effective oral communications.

ENER 1375: Introduction to Mechanical Engines

Credits 3
Fundamentals of engine operation, engine diagnosis and engine repair. Emphasis on identification, inspection, measurements and disassembly, repair, and reassembly of the engine. Course may be taught manufacturer specific. Will cover gasoline, diesel and natural gas engine theory as used in the energy industry.

HART 1307: Refrigeration Principles

Credits 3
An introduction to the refrigeration cycle, heat transfer theory, temperature/pressure relationship, refrigerant handling, refrigeration components, and safety.

HART 2336: Air Conditioning Troubleshooting

Credits 3
An advanced course in application of troubleshooting principles and use of test instruments to diagnose air conditioning and refrigeration components and system problems including conducting performance tests.

HEMR 1370: Natural Gas Compression II

Credits 3
Continuation of HEMR 1304: Natural Gas Compression; includes principles of operation for natural gas compressors and natural gas engines. Startup and shutdown of a natural gas compressor skid. Troubleshooting procedures and the required tools used.

INMT 2388: Internship-Manufacturing Tech

Credits 3
A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupations theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

OSHT 1220: Energy Industrial Safety

Credits 2
An overview for industrial workers of state/federal regulations and guidelines which require industrial safety training. Topics include the 29 CFR. 1910, 1926 and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E standards such as confined space entry, emergency action, lock out/tag out, arc flash, and other work related subjects.

PTRT 1170: Natural Gas Processing

Credits 1
An overview of natural gas processing operations. Topics include fundamentals of gas processing, the scientific principles and how they apply to the process, processing equipment, and procedures.

PTRT 2170: Natural Gas Production

Credits 1
An overview of the aspects of natural gas and oil production including various aspects of hydrocarbon production, processing equipment, and gas compression/ transportation systems.

SCIT 1270: Petroleum Chemistry

Credits 2
The overall purpose of this course is to provide students with an understanding of Petroleum Chemistry and the skills needed for successful employment. The course is primarily focused on the oil and gas sector of the petroleum industry. The skills include knowledge of chemical composition, properties of petroleum (oil and gas), petroleum products and alternative fuels. Hands on skills, behaviors and attitudes are demonstrated in the laboratory and/or in the oil-gas field (work site), as testing techniques are taught, developed and mastered. The team oriented learning environment in the laboratory provides further professional development for the student. The course will also review the chemical basis for the most important production processes.