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General Studies: Industrial Technologies AS Degree
General Studies – 18 Unit Emphasis | SC Program: AS.1500
The Industrial Technology emphasis permits the student to explore the trades and acquire skills in a variety of technical fields: automotive and diesel technology, construction, computerized drafting, computer electronics, heavy equipment operation, aviation ground school, machine tooling, and welding.
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A program map shows all the required and recommended courses you need to graduate and a suggested order in which you should take them. The suggested sequence of courses is based on enrollment and includes all major and general education courses required for the degree.
Fall Semester, First Year
13 Units TotalCONS 45
M
2
Career Planning/Leadership-Hvy Equip Ops
CONS 45
This course covers career opportunities and training requirements in the field of heavy equipment operations. Students will be assisted in identifying tools to investigate career opportunities and develop career goals. This class is required of all equipment operations students. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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CONS 46
M
3
Equipment Operations and Maintenance
CONS 46
Limitation on Enrollment: Student must produce a negative test result in accordance with the Shasta College Student Substance Abuse Testing Policy at a student cost to be paid to the designated testing facility prior to enrolling.
This course covers basic skill-level operation and maintenance of on- and off-road heavy equipment including agriculture and earth moving. Students will not be allowed to operate road equipment without license and driving record. Operational equipment used may include any of the following: dump truck, grader, backhoe, dozer, farm tractor, loader, excavator, forklift, scraper, and chainsaws. The lecture portion of this course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This course covers basic skill-level operation and maintenance of on- and off-road heavy equipment including agriculture and earth moving. Students will not be allowed to operate road equipment without license and driving record. Operational equipment used may include any of the following: dump truck, grader, backhoe, dozer, farm tractor, loader, excavator, forklift, scraper, and chainsaws. The lecture portion of this course may be offered in a distance education format.
CONS 48
M
2
Surveying for Equipment Operators
CONS 48
This course teaches basic surveying techniques and concepts with emphasis on application for heavy equipment operators. It involves basic problem solving, grade setting and checking, leveling, distance measurement, cut-fill ratio, and basic mapping. The course has a heavy emphasis on field work using various equipment and instruments including levels, compasses tapes, as well as various state-of-the-art electronic surveying devices. This course will prepare students for work on a heavy equipment construction crew. The lecture portion of this course may be offered in a distance education format.
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AGMA 44
M
3
Intro to Construction Skills for Agriculture
AGMA 44
This course covers the basic construction skills related to agriculture, natural resources, and environmental horticulture. Subjects covered will be mechanical drawing, design layout, arc welding, oxy/acetylene cutting and brazing, carpentry, electrification, small engine theory, concrete work structures, and project construction. Safety will be emphasized. The lecture portion of this course may be offered in a distance education format.
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Spring Semester, First Year
15 Units TotalCONS 47
M
3
Project Construction for Equipment Ops
CONS 47
Limitation on Enrollment: Students are required to complete a pre-enrollment process prior to registering for this course, including passing a federal drug test. Please email Baits.HeavyEquipment@shastacollege.edu for more information on how to enroll in this course, or with any questions regarding the Heavy Equipment Program at Shasta College.
This class teaches intermediate skill-level operation and maintenance of off-road and on-road heavy equipment. It also covers common project construction techniques utilizing heavy equipment with an emphasis on moving soil to grade using cut and fill calculations. This class will also introduce the student to the Topcon 3D-MC2 GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System). The lecture portion of this course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This class teaches intermediate skill-level operation and maintenance of off-road and on-road heavy equipment. It also covers common project construction techniques utilizing heavy equipment with an emphasis on moving soil to grade using cut and fill calculations. This class will also introduce the student to the Topcon 3D-MC2 GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System). The lecture portion of this course may be offered in a distance education format.
CONS 55A
M
1
Equipment Operations Skills Development
CONS 55A
Limitation on Enrollment: Student must produce a negative test result in accordance with Shasta College Student Substance Abuse Testing Policy at a student cost to be paid to the designated testing facility.
This course focuses on the practical application of skills needed to be successful in equipment operation as it applies to excavations. The course includes farm and industrial equipment such as wheel and crawler tractors, backhoes and excavators. Service and adjustment will also be a part of this course.
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This course focuses on the practical application of skills needed to be successful in equipment operation as it applies to excavations. The course includes farm and industrial equipment such as wheel and crawler tractors, backhoes and excavators. Service and adjustment will also be a part of this course.
AGNR 66
M
1
Watershed Restoration Practicum
AGNR 66
This course will use the hydrologic watershed unit as the focus, which will provide a hands-on approach to ecosystem management, erosion control, sediment control, and stream restoration. Students will determine best management practices for erosion and sediment control. Laws and requirements for the management of stormwater pollution will be discussed. The lecture portion of this course may be offered in a distance education format.
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CONS 148
M
3
Srvying, Grade Sttng, and GNSS for Cons
CONS 148
Limitation on Enrollment: Student must produce a negative test result in accordance with Shasta College Student Substance Abuse Testing Policy at a student cost to be paid to the designated testing facility.
Note: Previous construction experience will be helpful. Student must be enrolled in the college's random drug testing program.
This is an advanced-level course designed to give the participants practical skills and knowledge in the latest technology and applications related to surveying for construction, grade setting, and Global Satellite Control Systems (GNSS). The course will emphasize skills development, with hands-on exercises using GNSS technology. The lecture portion of this course may be offered in a distance education format.
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Note: Previous construction experience will be helpful. Student must be enrolled in the college's random drug testing program.
This is an advanced-level course designed to give the participants practical skills and knowledge in the latest technology and applications related to surveying for construction, grade setting, and Global Satellite Control Systems (GNSS). The course will emphasize skills development, with hands-on exercises using GNSS technology. The lecture portion of this course may be offered in a distance education format.
WELD 70
M
3
Introduction to Welding
WELD 70
Note: Students must provide safety glasses and welding gloves, and those materials which are of continuing value outside of the classroom setting. This cost will be explained at the first class meeting.
This is an introductory course designed for the student interested in acquiring basic welding skills to be used in a trade or service occupation. Emphasis is placed on current welding, cutting, and forming processes. A portion of this course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This is an introductory course designed for the student interested in acquiring basic welding skills to be used in a trade or service occupation. Emphasis is placed on current welding, cutting, and forming processes. A portion of this course may be offered in a distance education format.
CONS 55B
1
Equipment Operations and Pad Development
CONS 55B
Limitation on Enrollment: Student must produce a negative test result in accordance with Shasta College Student Substance Abuse Testing Policy at a student cost to be paid to the designated testing facility.
This course focuses on the practical application of skills needed to be successful in equipment operation as it applies to building pads. This course includes farm and construction equipment such as bulldozers, loaders, dump trucks and motor graders. Hands-on training is emphasized in lab.
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This course focuses on the practical application of skills needed to be successful in equipment operation as it applies to building pads. This course includes farm and construction equipment such as bulldozers, loaders, dump trucks and motor graders. Hands-on training is emphasized in lab.
Fall Semester, Second Year
17 Units TotalINDE 1
M
1
Career Plan/Industrial Technology
INDE 1
Career opportunities and training requirements in Industrial Technology will be examined as well as small business employment and entrepreneurship. Students will be assisted in identifying career and business opportunities and developing career goals. This class is required for all Industrial Technology majors. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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DIES 48
M
3.5
Hydraulics
DIES 48
This course is a study of the theory, application, and component parts of a hydraulic system. This course will emphasize fundamentals in dismantling, inspection, and troubleshooting hydraulic components and complete systems. Closed-loop application, inspection, and troubleshooting will be studied. This course is required for all Diesel Technology, Welding Technology, and Equipment Operations and Maintenance majors. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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AGMA 42
3
Farm Power and Machinery
AGMA 42
This course covers basic skill-level operation and maintenance of agricultural equipment, including tractors, tillage, planting, and harvesting machinery. Safe operational practices, proper machine and implement inspection and set-up, and basic operational skills will be covered. Precision agricultural technology, equipment management, and field layout will be discussed. The lab activities will include the operation of machinery in the field laboratory. The lecture portion of this course may be offered in a distance education format.
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Spring Semester, Second Year
15 Units TotalPlease see a counselor to discuss options for meeting general education requirements for transfer to California State Universities (CSU) and/or University of California (UC) campuses, as well as any specific additional courses that may be required by your chosen institution of transfer.
*Alternative Courses: Please see a Shasta College counselor for alternative course options. You can also view the following to find other courses to meet degree/certificate requirements:
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