Industrial Maintenance

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Riverland’s Industrial Maintenance program prepares students for in-demand careers maintaining and repairing industrial equipment. Through hands-on training in hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, electrical systems, and predictive maintenance technologies, students gain valuable skills and earn certifications, including boiler licensing. Industry partnerships and practical experience ensure graduates are job-ready for roles in manufacturing and industrial settings.

Location: Albert Lea
Program Starts: Fall
Course Plan: 4 Semesters
Faculty: Alan Lawrence | 507-379-3343 | alan.lawrence@riverland.edu
Admissions: 507-433-0600 | admissions@riverland.edu
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Required Core Courses
IMMR1705 Safety and OSHA 2 CR
IMMR1720 Low Pressure Boiler 4 CR
IMMR1750 Blueprint Reading 2 CR
IMMR2765 Gas Metal Arc Welding 3 CR
IMMR2770 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 3 CR
IMMR1760 Introduction to Basic Hydraulics 3 CR
IMMR1760 Introduction to Basic Hydraulics 3 CR
IMMR2750 Piping Systems and Plumbing 3 CR
IMMR2725 High Pressure Boiler 3 CR
IMMR2735 Preventative Maintenance 3 CR
IMMR2755 Distribution and HVAC Systems 3 CR
IMMR2775 Refrigeration Systems 3 CR
ARET1126 Mechanical Power Transmission 3 CR
ARET1130 Maintenance Operations 2 CR
ARET1155 Automation Controls 3 CR
ARET1161 Mechatronic Systems 3 CR
ARET1175 Industrial Electricity and Electronics I 3 CR
ARET1200 Introduction to Robotics 2 CR
ARET1140 Computer Integrated Manufacturing 3 CR
ARET1190 Programmable Logic Controllers 3 CR
CCLS1000 First Year Experience 1 CR
MATH1020 Technical Math 2 CR

Recommended Electives
BUSO1600 Computer Application for Industry 1 CR
GSCL1270 Employment Search Skills 1 CR
GSCM1500 Technical Writing 2 CR
GSCM1510 Workplace Human Relations 2 CR
IMMR2855 Maintenance Capstone 1-5 CR
HLTH1130 AHA CPR and First Aid Certification 1 CR
PHYS1000 Introduction to Physics (Goal 2 & 3) 3 CR
ELEC2750 Programmable Logic Controllers II 3 CR
HS Electives PLTW Intro to Eng Design 2 CR
Other WELD, ARET, ELEC



For in-depth information including outcomes, program fees, course descriptions, and more please visit the Industrial Maintenance program page at riverland.edu.