Integrated Systems Technology

INTEGRATED SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY

The Ohio Hi-Point Career Center IST (Integrated Systems Technology) program offers practical training of knowledge and skill necessary to become a multi-craft maintenance systems technician in modern industry. Students in this program experience hands-on training in a self-paced learning environment. Facilitator guided self-directed learning provides students opportunities to learn at a desirable pace that meets individual and diverse learning needs. This comprehensive program meets the demands of a growing career field in the area. Classes are held at Ohio Hi-Point’s main campus location in Bellefontaine, Ohio.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

The IST program trains competent multi-craft maintenance technicians and prepares them to fill an ever-increasing need for highly skilled and knowledgeable technicians. Maintenance technicians enjoy job security not found in many careers today along with the freedom to relocate in most areas of the country due to the high demand for skilled maintenance technicians. The IST program is North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) accredited. The program is offered as a full time 900 hour one year program, as well as a part time, two year 900 hour program. Concurrent enrollment through Clark State Community College provides Integrated Systems Technology students with 23 hours of college credit upon completing a 900 hour certificate program. Students also earn Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) certification.

IST COURSES

Each course is available through the program or on an individual basis to provide the latest training in your desired field. The IST program offers the following courses. Those courses with an asterisk (*) are also available individually at the South Campus location in Urbana. Those courses with a double asterisk (**) indicate electives in the IST program and are not part of the 900 hour program.

Foundational Courses

IST 3140 Industrial Safety and Health – 20 Hours

An introduction to industrial safety practices, lockout/tag out procedures, terminology, safety regulations and requirements. Classroom based training.

IST 3115 Industrial Mathematics – 30 Hours

Application of mathematical concepts to the manufacturing and maintenance of products and processes. Self-paced lab activity.

IST 3080 Basic Computer Applications – 30 Hours

Fundamental concepts of the PC, operating systems, and networks. Hands on training in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs to prepare reports and make presentations. Instructor lead course.

IST 3320 Total Productive Maintenance Practices – 15 Hours

introduces TPM topics including the difference between planned and un-planned maintenance, 5S philosophy, five different types of maintenance practices, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) calculations and the Pillars of TPM. Instructor lead course.

IST 3110 Business English - 30

Review of basic writing skills and grammar with an emphasis on technical writing skills. Microsoft Word is used to develop the tools and formats for reports, memos, and other technical writing. Lab based utilizing a workbook and PC with instructor interaction.

Electrical Courses

*IST 3150 Basic Electrical AC and DC Circuits – 40 Hours

Introduction to alternating and direct current circuits utilizing Amatrol laboratory equipment along with multimedia computer based training. Multiple hands on laboratory exercises are included, which focus on the construction of electrical circuits. Circuits are tested using electrical test equipment. Topics include Ohm’s Law, series and parallel circuits, resistors, capacitors, inductors, relays, transformers and other electrical components.

IST 3225 Introduction to Electronics – 20 Hours

Introduction to the function and operation of basic electronic components. Topics include resistor values, bread board and construction of electronic circuits, function and troubleshooting of electronic components including diodes, SCR’s, TRIAC’s, transistors, potentiometers, capacitors, resistors and bridge rectifiers. Utilizes ANGEL online learning suite.

*IST 3151 Motor Controls I – 40 Hours

This course focuses on relay control of electric motor and pneumatic systems and their industrial applications. Students use a variety of industrial relay control circuits, schematics, ladder diagrams and Boolean logic to learn industry-relevant skills in installation, operation and performance analysis of motor controls systems.

*IST 3152 Motor Controls II – 40 Hours

This course gives the student a real world experience of troubleshooting and repair of motor control systems using a multi-meter in a three phase motor control system. The student learns to diagnose and repair problems in wiring, relays, transformers, switches, power supplies, variable speed drives and motors.

IST 3470 Basic Process Quality Control – 30 Hours

Introduction to process control systems, instrument tags, piping and instrumentation diagrams, loop controllers, final control elements, level measurement, liquid level control, methods of automatic control, flow measurement and control and control loop performance. Emphasis on electronic instrumentation set-up and use.

Fluid Power Courses

IST 3125 Introduction to Hydraulics – 30 Hours

Introduction to hydraulic schematics, filters, regulators, relief valves, motors, pumps and control of hydraulic components. Utilizes Amatrol laboratory equipment along with multimedia computer based training. Includes many hands on laboratory exercises.

IST 3126 Advanced Hydraulics – 30 Hours

This advanced course covers directional control valves, solenoid valves, hydraulic schematics, interfacing valves to electrical control circuits and maintenance of hydraulic systems. Utilizes Amatrol laboratory equipment along with multimedia computer based training. Extensive laboratory exercises.

IST 3120 Introduction to Pneumatics – 30 Hours

Introduction to the fundamentals of fluid power. Utilizes Amatrol laboratory equipment along with multimedia computer based training. Topics include pneumatic schematics, filters, lubricators, regulators, valves, cylinders, gauges, check valves and flow control valves. Includes multiple hands on laboratory exercises.

IST 3121 Advanced Pneumatics – 30 Hours

This advanced course covers directional control valves, solenoid valves, cam valves, pneumatic schematics, interfacing valves to electrical control circuits and maintenance of pneumatic systems. Utilizes Amatrol laboratory equipment along with multimedia computer based training. Extensive laboratory exercises.

Mechanical Courses

IST 3141 Mechanical Systems and Principles 1 – 40 Hours

Basics of mechanical power transmission, rotary power, safety, mechanical foundations, fasteners, leveling, bearings, alignment of v-belts, chain drives, couplings, and gear drives. Extensive laboratory exposure to mechanical drives, motors, tools and measuring instruments. Utilizes Amatrol laboratory equipment along with multimedia computer based training.

IST 3142 Mechanical Systems and Principles 2 – 40 Hours

Advanced mechanical course in heavy duty belt drive systems, synchronous belt systems, lubrication concepts, precision shaft alignment, precision coupling systems and heavy duty chain drive systems. Extensive laboratory exposure to mechanical drives, motors, tools and measuring instruments.

IST 3143 Mechanical Systems and Principles 3 – 40 Hours

Advanced mechanical course in bearing types and applications, gaskets and seals, advanced gear drives, brakes and clutches, linear drives and ball screw drives. Extensive laboratory exposure to mechanical drives, motors, tools and measuring instruments.

IST 3271 Introduction to Noise, Vibration and Harshness Principles – 30 Hours

Advanced course in the use of vibration analysis to determine where and how to perform maintenance on a machine. Demonstrates how vibration analysis is used to increase machine reliability and reduce downtime as part of a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program. Extensive laboratory exposure to vibration analysis equipment.

Programmable Logic Controllers Courses

*IST 3250 Programmable Logic Controllers 1 – 50 Hours

Utilizes Allen-Bradley SLC500 Programmable Controller and Amatrol simulation equipment along with multimedia computer based training. Topics include PLC programming, motor control, I/O interfacing, event sequencing and application development. Laboratory exercises provide many opportunities for the student to design and test PLC programs using timers, counters and various I/O devices. Also available with the Allen Bradley Control Logix 5500/RSLogix 5000 PLC at Bellefontaine only.

*IST 3251 Programmable Logic Controllers Level 2 – 30 Hours

Advanced course in networking PLCs and troubleshooting PLC problems with the Allen Bradley Control Logix 5500/RSLogix 5000 PLC at Bellefontaine and with the Allen-Bradley SLC500/RSLogix500 at Urbana.

IST 3252 Applied Automation Principles – 40 Hours

Advanced industrial controls course that utilizes an automated production system that incorporates networked Allen Bradley MicroLogix 1500 PLCs, Device Net, a vision system, Mitsubishi robot, material handling conveyor and other electromechanical devices. This course is designed to enhance the troubleshooting skills of technicians who have mastered the basics of industrial controls.

Computer Software Courses

IST 3325 Introduction to Computer Aided Design – 55 Hours

Introduction to the basics of Orthographic drawings and the basics in using CAD tools. Fundamentals include drawing tools, dimensioning, text insertion, CAD design and drawing modifications. Lab based utilizing a workbook and PC with instructor interaction.

**11IST3326 Advanced Auto-CAD – 40 Hours

Focuses on advanced tools and features in AutoCad

**11IST3335 SolidWorks – 8 Hours (on-line)

In this on-line course, students learn basic and advanced SolidWorks applications including 2D and 3D modeling creation and features, production drawings and exploded views.

**11IST3336 Advanced SolidWorks – 6 Hours (on-line)

This on-line course covers advanced mates and exploded views, an introduction to animation, solid modeling creation and features.

Machining and Welding Maintenance Courses

IST 3101 Metrology – 20 Hours

Introduction to the use of precision measurement tools including calipers, micrometers, scales, dial indicators, and others.

IST 3410 Mechanical Blueprint Reading – 30 Hours

Introduction to the fundamentals of blueprint reading, symbols, orthographic projection, linear and angular dimensioning, coordinate tolerancing systems, sectional views, welding symbols and interpretation of drawing specifications.

IST 3420 Introduction to Machining – 40 Hours

Introduction to the basics of machining. Includes machine safety, proper care of equipment, manual lathes, milling machines, and surface grinders. Two precision parts are machined using a blueprint. Finished parts must fit together and meet tolerance requirements. Instructor lead lab activity.

IST 3460 Introduction to Welding – 40 Hours

Introduction to the basics of Oxyacetylene Welding and Cutting (OAW, OAC), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW or MIG), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW or TIG), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW).. Course contents include safety; common welding techniques on different weld joints; surface preparation and grinding; plus metal identification and filler compatibility. Practices include material thicknesses from 16 ga. thru ½ inch on steel and aluminum in a variety of positions. Can also be customized for an indepth training in one or two areas.

**11IST2200 CNC Machining – 80 Hours

Students learn the basics of CNC mill and lathe machining operations.

Additional Courses

Thermal Systems – 30 hours

Topics include: thermal system power; enthalpy; temperature measurement; gas laws; thermal science concepts; heat transfer methods; thermodynamic cycles; refrigeration system operation; refrigerant types; heat pump system operation; thermal efficiency; refrigeration components; phase diagrams and property tables.

Environmental Applications – 30 hours

Topics include: heat load; insulation; R values; thermodynamic efficiency; heat loss; humidity: dew point; psychrometrics; air conditioning; thermal system design and human comfort factors.

GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT DISCLOSURES

This program prepares students for careers in the following SOC Code areas. For more information about these careers, click on the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) hyperlinks shown next to the career codes.

17-2141.02 Automotive Engineers

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-2141.02

17-3027.01 Automotive Engineering Technicians

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-3027.01

17-2199.04 Manufacturing Engineers

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-2199.04

17-3029.02 Electrical Engineering Technologists

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-3029.02

17-3029.03 Electromechanical Engineering Technologists

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-3029.03

17-3029.04 Electronics Engineering Technologists

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-3029.04

17-3029.05 Industrial Engineering Technologists

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-3029.05

17-3029.06 Manufacturing Engineering Technologists

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-3029.06

17-3029.07 Mechanical Engineering Technologists

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-3029.07

17-3029.09 Manufacturing Production Technicians

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-3029.09

47-2111.00 Electricians

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/47-2111.00

PROGRAM INDICATORS

2010- 2011 School Year On Time Completion Rate - 25% (self-paced)

2010-2011 School Year Median Loan Debt for Title IV Median Students - $0.00

2010-2011 School Year Median Loan Debt for Private Education Students - $0.00

2009-2010 School Year Job Placement Rate – 100%

ESTIMATED FEES AND EXPENSES

The total of all fees and expenses listed below are an estimate only. The school is not responsible for increases in expenses other than: application fee, pre-entrance exam fee, tuition and lab fee.

Application $20.00

Pre-Entrance Testing $60.00

Tuition (per quarter) $4,000.00 ($16,000 total)

Lab Fee (paid first quarter) $376.00

Technology Fee (per quarter) $250 ($1,000 total)

Graduation Fee $70.00

Total Estimated Cost $17,526.00