Riverland Community College

This course introduces proven strategies and applications to help students achieve greater success in college and in life.  Topics include, but are not limited to, time management, goal setting, learning strategies, critical thinking, communication skills, diversity awareness, health and wellness, college and community resources, and financial planning.  This course introduces students to making choices that promote responsibility, motivation, interdependence, and self-awareness.  Recommended:  Score of 52 or above on test Accuplacer Reading Comprehension.
(1 Cr – 1 lect, 0 lab)

This course covers basic mathematics and elements of algebra that will prepare students for success in their specific technical areas. Students will develop their problem-solving skills and master mathematical concepts. Students will receive a grade for this course. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement in course based on Multiple Measures for Course Placement – Math Decision Band Chart. (2 Cr – 2 lect, 0 lab)

This course introduces general safety as it pertains to the machine shop. The course includes forklift safety, Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) Right to Know, personal safety, and other safety topics. (2 Cr – 1 lect, 1 lab)

This course emphasizes Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). The course includes the following major groups: power sources, wire feeders, torches, shielding gases, filler metals. Each one of these groups is covered in detail. Time is spent in the lab developing skills in using the process and setting up the equipment for the various applications. The focus of this course is on the use of wire feed welding equipment, application, and setup. Safety is a major consideration including welding equipment and the handling of various gases. Welding skills are developed through completion of welding projects. (3 Cr – 0 lect, 3 lab)

This course emphasizes applications for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW\Heli-Arc) in the welding industry. Power sources, current types, current selection, shielding gases and torch types are also covered. Various procedures are discussed for welding different metals and problems that may be encountered. Safety procedures and the handling of high pressure cylinders, especially when using the GTAW, are covered. (3 Cr – 0 lect, 3 lab)

This course covers boiler functions, operations, safety, controls, hot water systems, steam systems, and the identification of boiler fittings.  This course is designed to help the student prepare for a special engineer’s license exam.  Students receive actual hands-on boiler operation experience, including boiler water testing.    

(4 Cr – 3 lect, 1 lab)

This course introduces the fundamentals of machining. Students identify the machines’ principal parts and functions and perform basic machining operations such as facing, straight turning, boring, threading, and others. Students calculate speed and feeds. Shop safety is covered and practiced. (3 Cr – 0 lect, 3 lab)

This course emphasizes Preventive Maintenance (PM), the value of a good maintenance program, and the returns that can be expected with its implementation. Topics covered include maintenance checklists, PM costs, lost revenue costs, and starting an on-site PM program. The monitoring of equipment includes the use of infrared camera (thermography), laser alignment, vibration analysis, and oil analysis. This course is recognized as an Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) ISPQ Accredited Training Program for curriculum covering the Job Task Analyses for Small Wind Installer (NABCEP). Prerequisites: IMMR 1715 and IMMR 1770. (3 Cr - 1 lect, 2 lab)

This course introduces basic piping practices and identification of fittings, appliances and fixtures including galvanized and black pipe, plastic pipe, and copper tubing. Students are required to follow blueprints to fabricate, install, and repair piping projects. (3 Cr – 1 lect, 2 lab)

given to sanitary and waste systems including proper venting. In lab actual plumbing situations that will be encountered, and students will solve plumbing installation problems. Other activities include using pipe, wrenches, identifying different types of pipe and fittings, and establishing proper draining. HVAC (heating, ventilation and air-conditioning) operational principles includes operating, testing and analyzing gas and oil-fired furnaces, hydronic heating systems, heat pump systems, air conditioning including installation practices and operations air distribution systems. This course will also cover indoor air quality measurements concerns and issues including comfort and psychometrics. Recommended skills and knowledge in electrical with mechanical aptitude.
(3 Cr – 2 lect, 1 lab)

This course covers fundamentals of refrigeration, tools and materials, basic refrigeration systems, compression systems, refrigerant controls, refrigerants, and small domestic applications. The course also includes the principles of installing and servicing small hermetic systems. The lab experiences include working with safe lab practices, tools, tubing, refrigeration system components, refrigerants, refrigerant recovery, recycle, reclaiming, system evacuations, and proper testing equipment usage. The course builds on the basic knowledge of refrigeration. systems.
(3 Cr – 2 lect, 1 lab)