Mechanical Technician (Optional Co-op)

This course introduces learners to the basic components of hydraulic systems. Learners will be able to apply these principles to troubleshoot, service, and repair a basic hydraulic system.

This course introduces learners to the theory of operations as well as the maintenance and overhaul procedures for centrifugal, rotary, and reciprocating pumps.

Prerequisites:

• TMMG1040A
• META1162A

This course provides learners with a general knowledge of prime movers, their components and operations. Areas of study include electric motors, internal combustion engines, and turbines. Learners perform basic service work and repairs on prime movers.

Prerequisites:

• PMOI1105B
• SECU1350A

This course is designed to provide the learner with the skills necessary to maintain and repair pneumatic and vacuum systems. Learners explore different types of compressors, their components and their operation.

Prerequisites:

• FLUI1067A

Learners apply hydraulic principles to service hydraulic lines and fittings, actuators, accumulators, reservoirs, and filters found in the Industrial Mechanic industry. Learners participate in assembly and disassembly, diagnostics, installation and removal, and problem-solving activities.
 

Prerequisites:

• FLUI1069A

This course provides learners with an introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers’ (PL hardware and software.
 

Prerequisites:

• PMOI1105B
• FLUI1069A

The goal of the co-op placement is to complement academic studies with related work experience. This placement provides an introduction to basic maintenance, basic machining, and rigging.

The goal of the Co-op Work Placement is to complement academic studies with related work experience. The learners apply their knowledge in hydraulics, pneumatics, turbines, and vibration analysis.

Fundamental Mathematics provides learners with the skills in arithmetic, algebra, functions, and relations necessary to proceed with further advanced studies related to mathematics. Within this course, learners explore fractions, decimals, percentage, ratio, proportions, algebraic expression, inequalities, sets, linear and quadratic equations, exponential, logarithm, and graphing of functions.

The purpose of this course is to refresh skills in mathematics developed through secondary programs in areas deemed essential for the successful completion of the program.

In this course, learners acquire skills in arithmetic, algebra, and functions related to mathematics. Instructional emphasis is focused on the information, principles, and formulas required to perform trade-related mathematical calculations.

Prerequisites:

• MATH1291A

This course is designed to familiarize learners with types of measurement, layout, and bench tooling. They learn techniques enabling them to accurately lay out basic shop projects for machining operations.

This course is designed to introduce learners to the various equipment, tooling, and accessories found in a machine shop. They perform basic operations with the equipment that is used in most machine shops.
 

Prerequisites:

• SECU1322B
• TMMG1040A
• META1162A

This course is designed to give learners the basic knowledge of robotics and automated equipment as typically found in the mechanical industry.
 

Prerequisites:

• TMMG1040A

This course instructs learners on the correct use of lubricants and the maintenance of lubricant systems.
 

This course is designed to instruct learners on the correct use and selection of bearings and seals as they relate to the different types of shafts encountered in the mechanical field.

Prerequisites:

• SECU1322B
• TMMG1040A
• META1162A

This course is designed to provide learners with the skills necessary to install and align machinery with the use of precision levels, sole plates, leveling equipment, and laser alignment.

Prerequisites:

• PMOI1105B

This course is designed to introduce learners to fans, blowers, and their components. Learners acquire knowledge of their operation and the procedures used to diagnose, maintain, and repair.

This course is designed to introduce learners to the theory and principles of dynamic balancing and vibration analysis. Learners are instructed on proper information-gathering skills and the interpretation of the data to provide recommendations for solutions.

Prerequisites:

• MPMI1114A

This course is designed to expand upon the learners’ knowledge of plant equipment maintenance. The focus is on using technology for the integration and implementation of maintenance procedures thereby, ensuring optimal plant efficiency by using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to schedule events, identify equipment assets, establish preventative maintenance schedules, and set up a parts inventory.  Learners perform specialized testing and analysis to help define boundaries for equipment operation and look for financial trends using cost analysis for preventative and predictive maintenance.

 

Prerequisites:

• MPMI1114A

This course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain mechanical equipment and systems.

Prerequisites:

• PMOI1105B

This course provides an introduction to the meaning of community service.  Students learn how community service can enhance a student’s educational experience, personal growth, employability, and civic responsibility. Students participate in one day of volunteering to enhance their understanding of civic responsibility and to help the New Brunswick Community College realize its vision of transforming lives and communities.

In this course, learners focus on applying communication skills in reading, writing, speaking, document use, and critical thinking to make communication effective and efficient while developing computer-related skills necessary to be successful in college and on the job in a trade.

 

In this course, learners focus on acquiring job search skills to gain a work-term placement as well as employment while also, developing interpersonal communication skills needed to grow their career.
 

This course is designed to introduce learners to physics concepts found in the mechanical trades. Learners solve problems by learning the proper methodology of translating information and applying it to formulas.

Prerequisites:

• MATH1303A

This course is designed to introduce learners to the various equipment, tooling, and accessories found in a machine shop. They perform basic operations with the equipment that is used in most machine shops.
 

Prerequisites:

• FLUI1067A

In this course, learners acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to install, diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical power transmission components and systems.

Prerequisites:

• SECU1322B
• TMMG1040A
• META1162A

This course is designed to provide learners with instruction in the theory of operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance procedures of belt, chain, screw, and pneumatic conveyors.

Prerequisites:

• TMMG1040A
• SECU1350A

This course is designed to provide students with the skills to sketch and read blueprints to extract information. Students learn to interpret information from blueprints and use proper instruments and techniques to produce drawings.
 

This course extends the knowledge gained in the preceding course, Blueprint Reading Fundamentals. It is designed to provide learners with the necessary skills required to read technical drawings and interpret critical information.

Prerequisites:

• PRLP1093A

A safe and healthy workplace is the responsibility of the employer and the employee. This course introduces students to the importance of working safely and addresses how employers and employees can control the hazards and risks associated with the workplace. Students will also learn about the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders including WorkSafeNB, the employer and the employee in ensuring workplaces are safe.

This course is designed to introduce learners to the safe use of rigging, hoisting, lifting, and moving equipment and how to plan and carry out common rigging tasks.
 
 

This course is designed to equip the learners with the skills required to recognize, use, and maintain the tools of their trade from the perspective of organization, efficiency, and safety. Learners also cover basic shop tools and equipment including hand and power tools, and fasteners.
 

This course introduces learners to welding equipment, applications, and procedures relevant to the industrial mechanic’s trade. This includes safe practices and methods, as well as a general knowledge of metallurgy.
 

Prerequisites:

• SECU1322B

This course is designed to introduce learners to oxy-fuel equipment, applications, and procedures.
 

This course is designed to introduce learners to the different welding processes found in the mechanical trade. They acquire the basic skills in the practice and procedures related to these processes.
 
 

Prerequisites:

• WDSO1293A