Industrial Tech Microcertificates
High Voltage Battery Microcertificate
The High Voltage Battery Technology Microcertificate gives you basic skills in battery technologies. This short program is designed to enhance your working knowledge of the industrial and manufacturing industries. Should you decide to pursue further education in this area, you can apply coursework towards the Industrial Technology Core Certificate.
HVAC-R Installer
This Micro-certificate will prepare students with the basic knowledge and skills necessary to work as an HVACR Installer in residential and industrial facilities. You will learn about the operation and maintenance of the individual components and functions of residential and industrial cooling equipment, as well as basic heating electrical systems, boilers, forced air furnaces, their operation, disassembly, inspection, and repair. The program prepares students for the EPA 608 Universal Certification Exam and the NC3 Refrigeration Cycle Certification Exam.
Robotics Operator Microcertificate
The Robotics Operator Microcertificate gives you basic skills in robotic technologies. This short program is designed to enhance your working knowledge of the industrial and manufacturing industries. Coursework from this program can transition seamlessly into the Automation Technology Skills Certificate and, further, into the Industrial Technology AAS degree.
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Basics
The Shielded Metal Arc Welding microcertificate prepares you for entry-level positions as a SMAW or “stick” welder. You will learn basic and advanced SMAW techniques such as selection and use of appropriate SMAW materials, tools, and equipment as well as weld design and inspection. With these skills, you can work in a variety of settings including manufacturing, construction, and general industry. Should you decide to pursue further education in this area, you can apply all of these courses toward the Welding Skills Certificate, the Industrial Technology Certificate, and/or the Industrial Technology AAS degree.
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) Basics
The Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) Basics microcertificate prepares you for an entry-level position as a GMAW or “MIG” welder. You will learn basic and advanced GMAW techniques such as selection and use of appropriate GMAW materials, tools, and equipment as well as weld design and inspection. With these skills, you can work in a variety of settings including manufacturing, construction, and general industry. Should you decide to pursue further education in this area, you can apply all of these courses toward the Welding Skills Certificate, the Industrial Technology Certificate, and/or the Industrial Technology AAS degree.
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) Basics
Prerequisite: Completion of WELD 216 and WELD 218.
The Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) Basics microcertificate prepares you for an entry-level position as a GTAW or “TIG” welder. You will learn basic and advanced GTAW techniques such as selection and use of appropriate GTAW materials, tools, and equipment as well as weld design and inspection. With these skills, you can work in a variety of settings including manufacturing, construction, and general industry. Should you decide to pursue further education in this area, you can apply coursework towards the Industrial Technology Certificate and AAS degree.
Energy Systems/Charging Infrastructure Technician (EVSE) Micro Certificate
The EVSE Microcertificate gives you basic the specialized skills and knowledge needed to install, maintain, and repair Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment/Systems (EVSE). This short program focuses on the fundamentals of energy storage systems, electrical wiring, and power distribution, safety protocols, troubleshooting, and the installation of both residential and commercial charging infrastructures. Should you decide to pursue further education in this area, you can apply coursework towards the Energy Systems Technology Certificate and the Industrial Technology AAS degree.