Industrial Maintenance Foundations

CERTIFICATE, 30 CREDITS

This Riverland program is one of a kind in Minnesota. Machines are getting more costly to maintain and good maintenance workers play a major role in cost control. Students will receive training in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment. Our programs also focus on machining and robotics technology, boiler operations and welding as well as preventative/predictive maintenance safety.

An Industrial Maintenance Foundation certificate is a program that provides students with the fundamental knowledge and skills required to perform basic maintenance tasks in an industrial setting. The certificate program typically covers the principles of welding, plumbing , and refrigeration systems, as well as basic industrial safety practices.

The curriculum of an Industrial Maintenance Foundation certificate program may include courses in industrial mathematics, safety and OSHA standards, welding, and fundamentals of machining. Students may also learn about preventative maintenance procedures, troubleshooting techniques, and the use of hand and power tools.

Upon completion of the program, graduates should be able to perform basic maintenance tasks such as lubricating machinery, replacing worn or damaged parts, and diagnosing and repairing simple mechanical and electrical problems. They may find entry-level positions in manufacturing, construction, or other industrial settings.

Overall, an Industrial Maintenance Foundation certificate program provides a solid foundation of knowledge and skills that can help students start a career in the industrial maintenance field or pursue further education in related fields.

Location: Albert Lea
Program Starts: Fall
Course Plan: Fall
Faculty: Alan Lawrence

Required Courses
IMMR1705 Safety and OSHA 2 CR
IMMR2765 Gas Metal Arc Welding 3 CR
IMMR2770 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 3 CR
IMMR1720 Low Pressure Boiler 4 CR
IMMR1740 Machining Fundamentals 3 CR
IMMR2735 Preventative Maintenance 3 CR
IMMR2750 Piping Systems and Plumbing 3 CR
IMMR2755 Distribution and HVAC Systems 3 CR
IMMR2775 Refrigeration Systems 3 CR
MATH1020 Technical Math 2 CR
CCLS1000 First Year Experience 1 CR



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