Engineering Systems Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest

DiplomaNon-degreeCIP: 15.0406

As U.S. manufacturing surges, the need for skilled technicians is greater than ever—especially in Tennessee. TCAT Northwest's 12-month Engineering Systems Technology program prepares students for high-demand careers as multi-craft industrial maintenance technicians.

Duration

12 Months

Credits

35 credits

Cost

Total Tuition/Fees $4,461.00 Textbook/Supplies Cost $1,233.00Show more

Format

In-Person

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

Program Pathway to Process EngineeringFrom The University of Tennessee

Program Details

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Engineering Systems Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest

DiplomaNon-degreeCIP: 15.0406

Duration

12 Months

Credits

35 credits

Cost

Total Tuition/Fees $4,461.00 Textbook/Supplies Cost $1,233.00Show more

Format

In-Person

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Critical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningSpeakingOperations MonitoringTroubleshootingRepairingMonitoringJudgment and Decision MakingWritingQuality Control AnalysisOperation and ControlEquipment MaintenanceSystems EvaluationSystems AnalysisMathematics

Knowledge

MechanicalEngineering and TechnologyEnglish LanguageComputers and ElectronicsProduction and ProcessingDesignMathematicsCustomer and Personal ServicePublic Safety and SecurityChemistry

Abilities

Near VisionProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningInformation OrderingInductive ReasoningOral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionFinger DexterityPerceptual SpeedWritten ExpressionArm-Hand SteadinessManual DexterityVisualizationFlexibility of ClosureCategory FlexibilityControl Precision

Tasks

Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, elec
Install or program computer hardware or machine or instrumentation software in microprocessor-based
Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of ass
Program and calibrate drones for specific missions or tasks, ensuring proper functionality and performance.
Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performa
Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowl
Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
Make repairs to robots or peripheral equipment, such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sen
Troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electron
Install, program, or repair programmable controllers, robot controllers, end-of-arm tools, or convey
Estimate production costs, cost saving methods, and the effects of product design changes on expendi
Plan and establish sequence of operations to fabricate and assemble parts or products and to promote
Analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and establish quality and
Test selected products at specified stages in the production process for performance characteristics
Compile and evaluate statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.
Study time, motion, methods, or speed involved in maintenance, production, or other operations to es
Develop final construction plans that include aesthetic representations of the structure or details
Prepare scale drawings or architectural designs, using computer-aided design or other tools.
Prepare information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimat
Control generator output to match the phase, frequency, or voltage of electricity supplied to panels
Take regulatory action, based on readings from charts, meters and gauges, at established intervals.
Control power generating equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, or reactors, using cont

Technology

Analytical or scientific softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareIndustrial control softwareObject or component oriented development softwareFacilities management softwareDevelopment environment softwareData base user interface and query softwareDocument management softwareElectronic mail softwareProject management softwareComputer aided manufacturing CAM softwareMaterials requirements planning logistics and supply chain softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareDesktop publishing softwareData base management system software

Tools

Analog oscilloscopesComputerized numerical control CNC lathesComputerized numerical control CNC machining centersConductivity sensorsCoordinate measuring machines CMMDesktop computersDigital camerasDigital multimetersDigital oscilloscopesDigital tachometersDirect current DC power suppliesDrill pressesDroneDeployDynamometersFixed wing unmanned aerial vehicles UAVAdjustable widemouth pliersAdjustable wrenchesAlternating current AC generatorsAmmetersAnalog current metersAnalog multimetersAnti-static heel groundersBench lathesBinocular light compound microscopesBrushless direct current DC motorsCurrent probesDataloggersDesoldering stationsAir blowersAir compressors

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