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MTT 0005 - Worker Characteristic

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

A. Attendance

1.Attends class as scheduled.

2.Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).

3.Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.

B. Character

1.Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.

2.Displays dependability and reliability.

3.Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.

4.Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.

C. Teamwork

1.Respects the rights of others.

2.Maintains appropriate confidentiality.

3.As a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.

4.Displays a customer service attitude.

5.Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.

D. Appearance

1.Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.

2.Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.

3.Presents oneself professionally each day.

E. Attitude

1.Displays a positive and professional attitude.

2.Displays self-confidence.

3.Displays high expectations of success in trade.

F. Productivity

1.Follows safety practices.

2.Maintains a neat and clean work area.

3.Follows directions and procedures.

4.Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.

G. Organization Skills

1.Prioritizes and manages class time.

2.Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.

H. Communications

1.Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).

2.Displays appropriate listening skills.

3.Uses appropriate language on a professional level.

I. Cooperation

1.Displays leadership skills.

2.Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.

3.Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.

4.Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.

5.Follows requests of instructor.

J. Respect

1.Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.

2.Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.

3.Encourages others to avoid harassment.

MTT 1010 - Technology Foundation

• Math
• Locating Information
• Reading for Information
• Writing

MTT 1020 - Orientation & Practical Safety

• Follow Safety Manual and all Safety Regulations and Requirements.
• Use Protective Equipment.
• Follow Safety Operating Procedures for Hand and Machine Tools.
• Maintain a Clean and Safe Work Environment.
• Lift Safety Application

MTT 1030 - Math Concepts I

• Perform Basic Arithmetic Functions.
• Convert Fractions / Decimals.
• Convert Metric / English Measurements.
• Perform Basic Algebraic Operations.
• Calculate Speeds and Feeds for Machines.

MTT 1040 - Engineering Drawings I

• Identify Basic Layout of Drawings.
• Identify Basic Types of Drawings.
• Review Blueprint Notes and Dimensions.
• List the Purpose of Each Type of Drawing.
• Verify Drawing Elements.
• Introduction to Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances.

MTT 1050 - Shop Theory I

• Understanding Measurement Terms.
• Select Measurement Tools.
• Measure with Hand Held Instruments.
• Eliminate Measurement Variables.
• Measure / Inspect Using Surface Plate Accessories.

MTT 1060 - Bench Work and Manual Machine Tools

• Prepare and Plan for Bench Work and Machining Operations.
• Demonstrate Proper Use of Hand Tools.
• Operate Power Saws.
• Operate Drill Presses.
• Introduction to Vertical Milling Machines.
• Introduction to Metal Cutting Lathes.

MTT 2010 - Math Concepts II

• Use Practical Geometry.
• Understand Basic trigonometry.
• Understand Cartesian Coordinate System.
• Perform Calculations for Sine Bar and Sine Plate.
• Calculate for Direct, Simple, and Angular Indexing.
• Perform Calculations for Turning Tapers.

MTT 2020 - Engineering Drawings II CAD

• Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting.
• Introduction to Computer Aided Manufacturing.
• Introduction to Solid Modeling.

MTT 2030 - Shop Theory II

• Develop Safe Working Habits.
• Perform Machine Maintenance and Record Keeping.
• Understand Material Holding Devices.
• Understand Order of Operations.
• Understand and Use Indicators and Stops.
• Understand Set-up and Machine Limitations.

MTT 2040 - Manual Lathe

• Set-up and Operate Metal Cutting Lathes.

MTT 2050 - Manual Milling Machine

• Set-up and Operate Milling Machines.

MTT 2060 - Grinding and Abrasive Machines

• Set-up and Operate Grinding / Abrasive Machines.

MTT 2070 - Manufacturing Materials & Processes

• Identify Materials with Desired Properties.
• Identify Materials and Processes to Produce a Part.
• Understand the Heat Treating Process.
• Test Metal Samples for Hardness.
• Understand Welding Operations.

MTT 2080 - Introduction to Computer Numerical Control

• Understand the Basics of CNC.

MTT 3010 - Engineering Drawings III CAM

• Understanding Computer Aided Drafting.
• Understand Solid Modeling.
• Understanding Computer Aided Manufacturing.

MTT 3020 - Shop Theory III

• Develop Safe Working Habits.
• Understand Finishing and Grinding Operations.
• Understanding Reverse Engineering.
• Understand Cartesian Coordinate System.
• Understanding the Basics of CNC.

MTT 3030 - Precision Grinding

• Set-up and Operate Surface Grinders.
• Set-up and Operate O.D. grinders.
• Set-up and Operate Tool and Cutter Grinders.

MTT 3040 - Computer Numerical Control Machining

• Prepare and Plan for CNC Machining Operations.
• Select and use CNC Tooling Systems.
• Program CNC Machines / MDI.
• Program CNC Machines / CAM.
• Perform Computer Numerical Control Machining.
• Measure / Inspect Using Stationary Equipment.
• Introduction to Optical Comparitor.
• Introduction to Coordinates Measuring Machine.

MTT 4010 - Employability Skills

• Job search and networking
• Resumes and cover letters
• Interviews

MTT 4020 - Intro to Additive Manufacturing

• Understand and Operate a 3D Printer.

MTT 4030 - Shop Theory IV

• Develop Safe Working Habits.
• Understand Material Holding Equipment.
• Understand and Program with CAM.
• Understanding Tooling Selection.
• Understanding Order of Operations.

MTT 4040 - CNC Turning Center

• Set-up and Operate CNC Turning Centers.

MTT 4050 - CNC Machining Center

• Set-up and Operate CNC Machining Centers.

MTT 4060 - Electrical Discharge Machining

• Set-up and Operate an EDM.

MTT 5010 - Intro to Basic Die Maintenance

• Terminology and function of die components.
• Blanking and Piercing Dies
• Performing Scheduled Maintenance of Dies and Presses

MTT 5020 - Basic Die Making Skills

• Dismantling existing dies
• Die Terminology
• Building Die Components
• Simple Die Press operation

MTT 5030 - Tool & Die Design

• Heat treating and metallurgy
• Blanking and Piercing dies
• Bending Dies
• Stock Material Utilization
• Definition and description of die sets

MTT 5040 - Die Building

• Press Operations
• Advanced Blueprint reading
• Build Blanking dies

MAT 0001 - Worker Characteristic

• Cooperation and Attitude
• Work Habits
• Initiative/ Use of Time

MAT 0002 - Worker Characteristic

• Cooperation and Attitude
• Work Habits
• Initiative/ Use of Time

MAT 0003 - Worker Characteristic

• Cooperation and Attitude
• Work Habits
• Initiative/ Use of Time

MAT 0004 - Worker Characteristic

• Cooperation and Attitude
• Work Habits
• Initiative/ Use of Time

MAT 1010 - Technology Foundations

• Achieve minimum required scores in Reading, Math, and Locating Information.

MAT 1020 - OSHA

• Introduction to OSHA (Part 1)
• Introduction to OSHA (Part 2)
• StartSafe StaySafe®
• Materials Handling
• Hand & Power Tools
• Excavations
• Health Hazards in Construction
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Fall Hazards (Part 1)
• Fall Hazards (Part 2)
• Struck-By Hazards
• Caught-In or Between
• Electrocution Hazard
• Crane Operations
• Hazard Communication
• Scaffolds

MAT 1030 - Shop Safety

• Proper procedures for working with pressurized systems and vessels
• Proper procedures for working with chemicals

• Fire Evacuation Routes & Location of Fire Extinguishers
• Tornado and Severe Weather Procedures
• Electrical Lock-out Tag-out procedures
• Location of Emergency Electrical Power shut-off
• Location and Use of  SDS Sheets
• Ladder Safety
• Pressurized Cylinder Handling
• Oxy-Acetylene & Brazing Safety
• Proper Heavy Lifting Techniques

MAT 1040 - Refrigeration Fundamentals

• Define temperature.
• Make conversions between the Fahrenheit and Celsius scales.
• Describe molecular motion at absolute zero.
• Define the British thermal unit.
• Describe heat flow between substances of different temperatures.
• Explain the transfer of heat by conduction, convection, and radiation.
• Discuss sensible heat, latent heat, and specific heat.
• State atmospheric pressure at sea level and explain why it varies at different elevations.
• Explain psig and psia as they apply to pressure measurements.
• List the three states in which matter is commonly found.
• Define density.
• Discuss Boyle’s law.
• State Charles’ law.
• Discuss Dalton’s law as it relates to the pressure of different gases.
• Define specific gravity and specific volume.
• Define horsepower.
• Convert horsepower to watts.
• Convert watt-hours to British thermal units.
• Discuss applications for high-, medium-, and low-temperature refrigeration.
• Describe the term ton of refrigeration.
• Describe the basic refrigeration cycle.
• Explain the relationship between pressure and the boiling point of water or other liquids.
• Describe the function of the evaporator or cooling coil.
• Explain the purpose of the compressor.
• List the compressors normally used in residential and light commercial buildings.
• Discuss the function of the condensing coil.
• State the purpose of the metering device.
• List four characteristics to consider when choosing a refrigerant for a system.
• List the designated colors for refrigerant cylinders for various types of refrigerants.
• Discuss different refrigerants and their applications.
• Describe how refrigerants can be stored or processed while refrigeration systems are being serviced.
• Properly leak test a refrigeration system
• Properly evacuate and recharge a refrigeration system

MAT 1050 - Tools Equipment & Shop Practices

• Describe hand tools used by the Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technician.
• Describe equipment used to install and service appliances and refrigeration systems.

MAT 1060 - Electricity and Controls

• Describe the structure of an atom.
• Identify atoms with a positive charge and atoms with a negative charge.
• Explain the difference between conductors and insulators.
• Describe how magnetism is used to produce electricity.
• State the differences between alternating current and direct current.
• List the units of measurement for electricity.
• Explain the differences between series and parallel circuits.
• State three forms of Ohm’s law.
• State the formula for determining electrical power.
• Describe a solenoid.
• Explain inductance.
• Describe the construction of a transformer and how voltage is induced in a secondary circuit.
• Describe how a capacitor works.
• Describe a sine wave.
• State the reasons for using proper wire sizes.
• Describe the physical characteristics and the function of several semiconductors.
• Describe procedures for making electrical measurements.
  • Recognize basic electrical symbols on diagram.
  • Interpret and draw simple electrical diagrams.

MAT 1070 - Installation

• List the different types of tubing used in refrigeration applications.
• Describe two common ways of cutting copper tubing.
• List procedures used for bending tubing.
• Discuss procedures used for soldering and brazing tubing.
• Describe two methods for making flared joints.
• State procedures for making swaged joints.
• Explain how a compression fitting is made.
• List four types of plastic pipe and describe uses for each.
• Describe alternative, mechanical methods for joining pipe sections.

MAT 2010 - Introduction to System Service

• Describe a standing pressure test.
• Describe the six classes of leaks.
• Explain the test procedures for evaporator and condenser section leaks.
• Explain the test procedures for suction and liquid-line leaks.
• Explain the test procedures for temperature-, pressure-, and vibration-dependent leaks.
• Choose a leak detector for a particular type of leak.
• Describe a deep vacuum.
• Describe two different types of evacuation.
• Describe a wireless, digital, micron vacuum gauge.
• Describe two different types of vacuum measuring instruments.
• Describe how wireless, Bluetooth technology can be used in an evacuation process.
• Choose the correct high-vacuum pump.
• List some of the proper evacuation practices and techniques.
• Describe a deep-vacuum single evacuation.
• Describe a triple evacuation.
• Explain the process involved in cleaning a system after a hermetic motor burnout.
• Describe how refrigerant is charged into systems in the vapor and liquid states.
• State the advantage of using electronic scales for weighing refrigerant into a system.
• Describe the terms “temperature glide” and “fractionation” as they apply to blended refrigerants.
• Charge air-conditioning systems with fixed orifice, capillary tube, or piston-type metering devices using charging charts and curves.
• Use the subcooling method of charging to charge air-conditioning and heat pump systems that incorporate a thermostatic expansion valve (TXV) as the metering device.
• Use temperature/pressure charts to help properly charge air-conditioning and refrigeration systems.
• Differentiate between “bubble point” and “dew point” values on a temperature/pressure chart and properly use these values to calculate superheat and subcooling values on systems that operate with blended refrigerants.

MAT 2020 - Basic Automatic Controls

• Reading and interpreting most diagrams found in the Major Appliance and Refrigeration, industry.
• Briefly explain how alternating current is produced.
• Explain the difference between single-phase and three-phase power distribution systems.
• Explain inductance, reactance, and impedance.
• Explain a basic power distribution system.
• Explain the common voltage systems.
• Identify the common voltage systems.
• Understand the standard wire size as defined by the American Wire Gauge (AWG).
• Give the advantages and disadvantages of copper and aluminum conductors.
• Explain the factors that are considered when sizing an electrical circuit conductor.
• Correctly size and install electrical conductors for circuits used in the industry by the National Electrical Code® and manufacturers’ instructions.
• Calculate the voltage drop in an electrical circuit.
• Explain the types of enclosures for disconnect switches that are available.
• Explain the types, sizes, and enclosures of disconnect switches that are used in the industry.
• Explain the types, sizes, and enclosures of disconnect switches that are used in the industry.
• Install breakers in an electrical breaker panel.

MAT 2030 - Motors

• Explain magnetism and the part it plays in the operation of electric motors.
• Explain torque and the purpose of different types of single-phase motors.
• Explain the operation of a basic electric motor.
• Understand how to operate, install, reverse the rotation (if possible), and diagnose problems in a shaded-pole motor.
• Understand the purpose of capacitors in the operation of a single-phase motor and be able to explain the difference between a starting and running capacitor.
• Correctly diagnose the condition of any capacitor and, using capacitor rules, be able to substitute a capacitor if a direct replacement is not available.
• Explain how to operate, install, troubleshoot, and repair (if possible) split-phase and capacitor-start motors.
• Explain how to operate, install, troubleshoot, and repair (if possible) permanent split-capacitor motors.
• Explain how to operate, install, troubleshoot, and repair (if possible) capacitor-start-capacitor-run motors.
• Understand how to operate, install, reverse, and troubleshoot three-phase motors.
• Explain how to operate, install, troubleshoot, and repair (if possible) electronically commutated motors.
• Identify the common, start, and run terminals of a single-phase compressor motor.
• Identify and explain the operation of motor starting relays and other starting components that are used on single-phase hermetic compressor motors.
• Select the correct potential relay for an application with information available on the potential relay to be replaced.
• Troubleshoot and install motor starting relays on hermetic compressor motors.
• Lubricate and identify the types of bearings used in electric motors.
• Identify the type of motor drives used on industry applications.
• Calculate the variables in a V-belt drive application to obtain the desired equipment rpm.
• Recognize and adjust a V-belt application to the proper tension and alignment.

MAT 2040 - Domestic Appliances

• Describe the refrigeration cycle of household refrigerators and freezers.
• Describe the types, physical characteristics, and typical locations of the evaporator, compressor, condenser, and metering device.
• Describe the typical operating conditions for domestic evaporators, condensers, and compressors.
• Explain how the evaporator is defrosted.
• Describe how to dispose of the condensate.
• Discuss typical refrigerator and freezer design.
• Describe the cabinets used on refrigerators and freezers.
• Explain the purpose of mullion and panel heaters.
• Describe the electrical controls used in household refrigerators and freezers.
• Discuss ice-maker operation.
• Describe various service techniques used by the refrigeration technician.
• Describe condenser efficiency relative to ambient air passing over it.
• Describe procedures for moving upright and chest-type freezers. ·  describe the various methods of installing window air-conditioning units.
• Discuss the variations in the designs of window and through-the-wall units.
• List the major components in the refrigeration cycle of a window cooling unit.
• Describe the heating cycle in the heat pump or reverse-cycle room air conditioner.
• Describe the controls for room air-conditioning (cooling) units.
• Describe the controls for room air-conditioning (cooling and heating) units.
• Discuss service procedures for room air conditioners.
• List the procedures to be followed to determine whether or not to install gauges.
• State the proper procedures for charging a room air conditioner.
• List the types of expansion valves that may, under some conditions, be substituted for the capillary tube.
• State the components that may require electrical service.

MAT 2050 - EPA

MAT 2060 - Employment Readiness Exam

MAT 3010 - Laundry-Gas Clothes Dryers

• Install a gas dryer
• Identify components and their function
• Read and interpret schematics and diagrams
• Troubleshoot electric ignition components
• Remove and replace electric ignition components
• Troubleshoot timers, electronic control and components
• Remove and replace timers, electronic control and components
• Troubleshoot drive motors
• Remove and replace drive motors
• Troubleshoot gas burner
• Remove and replace gas burner
• Troubleshoot thermostats
• Remove and replace thermostats
• Troubleshoot gas valve
• Remove and replace gas valves
• Troubleshoot thermocouples
• Remove and replace thermocouples
• Troubleshoot flame switch
• Remove and replace flame switch
• Troubleshoot bearing assemblies and components
• Remove and replace bearing assemblies and components
• Troubleshoot

• Remove and replace bearing or component
• Troubleshoot belts and pulleys
• Remove and replace belts and pulleys
• Troubleshoot rollers and guides
• Remove and replace rollers and guides
• Troubleshoot seals
• Remove and replace seals
• Troubleshoot door switch
• Remove and replace door switch
• Troubleshoot selector switch
• Remove and replace selector switch
• Troubleshoot motor switches
• Remove and replace motor switches
• Perform operational check
• Instruct consumer on use and care

MAT 3020 - Laundry-Electric Clothes Dryer

• Install and electric dryer
• Identify components and their functions
• Troubleshoot timers and components
• Remove and replace timer and components
• Troubleshoot drive motor and components
• Remove and replace drive motor and components
• Troubleshoot heating elements and components
• Remove and replace heating element or component
• Troubleshoot thermostat
• Remove and replace thermostat
• Troubleshoot bearings and components
• Remove and replace bearing or component
• Troubleshoot belts and pulleys
• Remove and replace belts and pulleys
• Troubleshoot rollers and guides
• Remove and replace rollers and guides
• Troubleshoot filters
• Remove and replace filters
• Troubleshoot seals
• Remove and replace seals
• Troubleshoot push to start switch
• Remove and replace push to start switch
• Troubleshoot door switch
• Remove and replace door switch
• Troubleshoot selector switch
• Remove and replace selector switch
• Troubleshoot sensor and electronic control
• Remove and replace sensor and electronic control
• Perform operational check
• Instruct consumer on use and care

MAT 3030 - Laundry-Top Load Washing Mach

• Install a clothes washing machine
• Identify components and their functions

• Read and interpret schematics and diagrams
• Troubleshoot timers and components
• Remove and replace timers and components
• Troubleshoot selector switch
• Remove and replace selector switch
• Troubleshoot water level switches and components
• Remove and replace water level switches and components
• Troubleshoot water inlet valves and components
• Remove and replace water inlet valves and components
• Troubleshoot hoses
• Remove and replace hoses
• Troubleshoot water pumps and components
• Remove and replace water pumps and components
• Troubleshoot filters
• Remove and replace filters
• Troubleshoot drive motors
• Remove and replace drive motors
• Troubleshoot belts and pulleys
• Remove and replace belts and pulleys
• Troubleshoot transmissions and components
• Remove and replace transmissions and components
• Troubleshoot bearings
• Remove and replace bearings
• Troubleshoot water and oil seals
• Remove and replace water and oil seals
• Troubleshoot clutches
• Remove and replace clutches
• Troubleshoot brakes
• Remove and replace brakes
• Troubleshoot lid switches

• Remove and replace lid switches
• Perform operational check
• Instruct consumer on use and care

MAT 3040 - Laundry-Front Load Washing Mach

• Install a clothes washing machine
• Identify components and their functions

• Read and interpret schematics and diagrams
• Troubleshoot timers and components
• Remove and replace timers and components
• Troubleshoot selector switch
• Remove and replace selector switch
• Troubleshoot water level switches and components
• Remove and replace water level switches and components
• Troubleshoot water inlet valves and components
• Remove and replace water inlet valves and components
• Troubleshoot hoses
• Remove and replace hoses
• Troubleshoot water pumps and components
• Remove and replace water pumps and components
• Troubleshoot filters
• Remove and replace filters
• Troubleshoot drive motors
• Remove and replace drive motors
• Troubleshoot belts and pulleys
• Remove and replace belts and pulleys
• Troubleshoot transmissions and components
• Remove and replace transmissions and components
• Troubleshoot bearings
• Remove and replace bearings
• Troubleshoot water and oil seals
• Remove and replace water and oil seals
• Troubleshoot clutches
• Remove and replace clutches
• Troubleshoot brakes
• Remove and replace brakes
• Troubleshoot lid switches

• Remove and replace lid switches
• Perform operational check
• Instruct consumer on use and care

MAT 3050 - Utility-Gas & Electric Water Heaters

• Identify the most common electronic test readings taken to troubleshooot water heaters as well as the different varieties of multimeters used to obtain the measurements.
• Understand how installers are trained and the best practices for installing residential electric and gas water heaters.
• Quickly diagnose and repair the most common issues related to residential water heaters.
• Reduce customer callbacks and complaints.
• Troubleshoot door switch
• Remove and replace door switch
• Troubleshoot selector switch
• Remove and replace selector switch
• Troubleshoot sensor and electronic control
• Remove and replace sensor and electronic control
• Perform operational check
• Instruct consumer on use and care

MAT 4010 - Kitchen-Microwaves

• Install and Microwave Oven
• Identify components and their functions
• Troubleshoot clocks and timers and electronic controls
• Remove and replace clocks and timers electronic controls
• Troubleshoot door switches and components
• Remove and replace door  switches and components
• Troubleshoot relays
• Remove and replace relays
• Troubleshoot thermal protectors
• Remove and replace thermal protectors
• Troubleshoot power transformer
• Remove and replace power transformer
• Troubleshoot high voltage diode
• Remove and replace high voltage diode
• Troubleshoot capacitor
• Remove and replace capacitor
• Troubleshoot megatron
• Remove and replace megatron
• Troubleshoot fan
• Remove and replace fan
• Troubleshoot stirrer blade and motor
• Remove and replace stirrer blade and motor
• Troubleshoot turntable motor
• Remove and replace turntable motor
• Perform operational check

MAT 4020 - Kitchen-Gas Ranges

• Install a gas range
• Identify components and their function
• Read and interpret schematics and diagrams
• Troubleshoot clocks and timers
• Remove and replace clocks and timers
• Troubleshoot oven thermostats
• Remove and replace oven thermostats
• Troubleshoot oven selector switches and components
• Remove and replace oven selector switches and components
• Troubleshoot self-clean relays
• Remove and replace self-clean relays
• Troubleshoot oven sensors
• Remove and replace oven sensors
• Troubleshoot door locks and components
• Remove and replace door locks and components
• Troubleshoot gas valve
• Remove and replace gas valves
• Troubleshoot electric igniters
• Remove and replace electric igniters
• Troubleshoot safety valves
• Remove and replace safety  valves
• Troubleshoot pressure regulator
• Remove and replace pressure regulator
• Troubleshoot gaskets and seals
• Remove and replace gaskets and seals
• Perform operational check
• Instruct consumer on use and care

MAT 4030 - Kitchen-Electric Ranges

• Install and electric Range
• Identify components and their functions
• Troubleshoot clocks and timers
• Remove and replace clocks and timers
• Troubleshoot surface unit switches and components
• Remove and replace surface unit switches and components
• Troubleshoot oven thermostats
• Remove and replace oven thermostats
• Troubleshoot oven selector switches and components
• Remove and replace oven selector switches and components
• Troubleshoot surface unit and components
• Remove and replace surface unit and components
• Troubleshoot bake and broil elements
• Remove and replace bake and broil element
• Troubleshoot electronic controls
• Remove and replace electronic controls
• Troubleshoot time delay relays
• Remove and replace time delay relays
• Troubleshoot oven sensors and components
• Remove and replace oven sensors and components
• Troubleshoot door locks and components
• Remove and replace door locks and components
• Troubleshoot fans
• Remove and replace fans
• Troubleshoot gaskets and seals
• Remove and replace gaskets and seals
• Perform operational check
• Instruct consumer on use and care

MAT 4040 - Kitchen-Refrigerators Freezers

• Install and Refrigerator and Freezer
• Identify components and their function
• Troubleshoot gaskets and seal
• Remove and replace gaskets and seals
• Troubleshoot light and fan switch
• Remove and replace light and fan switch
• Troubleshoot fans
• Remove and replace fans
• Troubleshoot defrost timers
• Remove and replace defrost timers
• Troubleshoot defrost thermostat
• Remove and replace defrost thermostat
• Troubleshoot high defrost heater
• Remove and replace defrost heater
• Troubleshoot the cold control
• Remove and replace the cold control
• Troubleshoot icemakers
• Remove and replace icemakers
• Use test equipment to determine operating conditions of refrigeration system
• Troubleshoot refrigeration system
• Remove and replace refrigeration system
• Remove and replace compressors
• Remove and replace condensers, evaporators, metering devices and dryers
• Perform operational check
• Instruct consumer on use and care

MAT 4050 - Kitchen-Dishwashers

• Install and Dishwashers
• Identify components and their function
• Troubleshoot timers and electronic controls or components
• Remove and replace timers and electronic controls or components
• Troubleshoot selector switch
• Remove and replace selector  switch
• Troubleshoot float switch
• Remove and replace float  switch
• Troubleshoot door switch
• Remove and replace door  switch
• Troubleshoot motors and components
• Remove and replace motors and components
• Troubleshoot heating elements
• Remove and replace heating elements
• Troubleshoot relays
• Remove and replace relays
• Troubleshoot water valves and components
• Remove and replace water valves and components
• Troubleshoot hoses
• Remove and replace hoses
• Troubleshoot pumps and components
• Remove and replace pumps and components
• Troubleshoot seals
• Remove and replace seals
• Troubleshoot dispensers and components
• Remove and replace dispensers and components
• Troubleshoot spray arms
• Remove and replace spray arms
• Troubleshoot blower motor
• Remove and replace blower motor
• Troubleshoot thermostat
• Remove and replace thermostat
• Perform operational check
• Instruct consumer on use and care

MAT 4060 - Certifications

• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning* (Requires EPA 608 Certification MAT2050)
• Cooking
• Laundry and Dishwashing
• Universal Technician (All three specialties plus basic skills)

To be NASTeC certified, candidates must pass a Basic Skills Exam and at least one of the three specialty exams.

Technicians who pass all four exams (the basic skills exam and specialties) are certified as NASTeC Universal Technicians, the highest available level of recognition for technical expertise given by the major home appliance service industry.

Benefits to the Certified Technician :

• Gain respect for your skills and accomplishments from your customers.
• Become more valuable to your employer.
• Increase opportunities for career advancement.
• Earn better job security.
• Differentiate yourself from non-certified workers

MAN 0001 - Worker Characteristic

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

A. Attendance

• Attends class as scheduled.
• Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
• Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.

B. Character

• Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
• Displays dependability and reliability.
• Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
• Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.

C. Teamwork

• Respects the rights of others.
• Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
• As a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
• Displays a customer service attitude.
• Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.

D. Appearance

• Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
• Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
• Presents oneself professionally each day.

E. Attitude

• Displays a positive and professional attitude.
• Displays self-confidence.
• Displays high expectations of success in trade.

F. Productivity

• Follows safety practices.
• Maintains a neat and clean work area.
• Follows directions and procedures.
• Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.

G. Organization Skills

• Prioritizes and manages class time.
• Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.

H. Communications

• Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
• Displays appropriate listening skills.
• Uses appropriate language on a professional level.

I. Cooperation

• Displays leadership skills.
• Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
• Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
• Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
• Follows requests of instructor.

J. Respect

• Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
• Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
• Encourages others to avoid harassment.

MAN 0002 - Worker Characteristic

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

A. Attendance

• Attends class as scheduled.
• Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
• Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.

B. Character

• Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
• Displays dependability and reliability.
• Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
• Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.

C. Teamwork

• Respects the rights of others.
• Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
• As a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
• Displays a customer service attitude.
• Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.

D. Appearance

• Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
• Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
• Presents oneself professionally each day.

E. Attitude

• Displays a positive and professional attitude.
• Displays self-confidence.
• Displays high expectations of success in trade.

F. Productivity

• Follows safety practices.
• Maintains a neat and clean work area.
• Follows directions and procedures.
• Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.

G. Organization Skills

• Prioritizes and manages class time.
• Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.

H. Communications

• Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
• Displays appropriate listening skills.
• Uses appropriate language on a professional level.

I. Cooperation

• Displays leadership skills.
• Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
• Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
• Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
• Follows requests of instructor.

J. Respect

• Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
• Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
• Encourages others to avoid harassment.

MAN 1010 - Orientation

• Grading Scale
• Theory
• Practical
• Safety

MAN 1020 - Sterilization-Sanitation and Bacteriology

1) Recognize the structure and function of bacteria and viruses by their; types, classifications, growth and reproduction patterns and relationship to the spread of infection.

2) identify the procedures and precautions used in schools and salons,

Including:

•Sanitation

•Disinfection

•Sterilization

3) List the simple safety and first-aid applications for; minor burns, cuts, choking, eye injury and fainting.

MAN 1030 - Anatomy and Physiology

1) Explain the relationship and function of the cells, tissues, primary organs, and body systems within the human body.

2) Identify the structure, function and primary cosmetologically significance, where appropriate, of major body systems.

3) Describe the structure, growth, diseases, disorders and conditions of the nail.

4) Describe the basic physiology of the skin and recognize common skin diseases and disorders The course will provide instruction to the student in Anatomy and Physiology as it relates to Cosmetology.

MAN 1040 - State Law

1. Know and understand rules and regulations associated with Cosmetology in regard to Tennessee State Law. 
2. Explain the difference between a law and a rule.
3. Discuss the role of the Board of Cosmetology.
4. Explain the requirements for obtaining licensure.
5. Explain the Health and Safety Rules.
6. Explain the license renewal process.
7. Discuss the requirements of schools.
8. Discuss the requirements for practitioners and salon owners.

MAN 1050 - Salon Management

1)  Survey job search preparation skills to include resume and cover letter development, job interviewing skills and work environment evaluations.

2) Formulate lifelong learning plan to continue career and professional development.

3) Name the types of business ownerships.

4) List several factors to consider before opening a nail salon.

Course is a study of Cosmetology State Law.  Instruction is provided through the use of class assignments, power points, hands-on assignments, lecture and videos.

1. Explain the Health and Safety Rules.
2. Explain the license renewal process.
3. Discuss the requirements of schools.
4. Discuss the requirements for practitioners and salon owners.

MAN 1060 - Ethics

1) Describe how personality, teamwork and a professional code of ethics enhance or detract from your personal and professional image.

2) Describe strategies for building professional relationships with clients and staff.

3) List the two main types of communication and define the way each of them projects your personal and professional image.

4) Demonstrate professionalism by following proper procedures on clinical performances.  

MAN 1070 - Massaging

1) Describe and demonstrate the basic movements of massaging for the basic manicure and basic pedicure.

2) Name the factors that make performing massage manipulations advisable.Provides instruction in the appropriate procedures and process or shampooing and rinsing.  Instruction is provided through lecture, videos, demonstration and hands-on exercises.

MAN 1081 - Manicuring and Pedicuring

1) Identify and describe the functions of manicure/pedicuring products, implements, supplies and equipment.

2) Demonstrate the procedure for the basic natural nail manicure and pedicure.

MAN 1090 - Nail Care

1) Describe the structure of the nail.

2) Explain the growth process of the nail.

3) Identify and describe common nail diseases and disorders.

4) Describe the various hand and foot add-on services that can be offered to clients seeking nail services.

5) Identify the purpose of obtaining a medical history on the Client Consultation Form.

6) State the various types of follow-up care.

MAN 1100 - Nail Artistry

1) Explain the law of color and the relationship between colors on the color wheel.

2) Identify the different techniques for creating nail art.

MAN 1110 - Nail Wrap

1) Explain how resin helps create a nail wrap overlay.

2) Demonstrate the application and maintenance procedures for nail wrap.

MAN 1120 - Sculptured Nails I

1) Identify the main purpose of proper artificial nail preparation.

2) Describe how to form an acrylic bead.

3) Demonstrate the application and maintenance procedures for acrylic nail.

MAN 1130 - Technology Foundations

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

Reading

• Reading material such as workplace documents such as messages, emails, letters, directions, signs, bulletins, manuals, policies, contracts, and regulations.
• Using the information read to make job-related decisions and solve problems.
• Identify correct meaning of a word when the word is defined in the reading.
• Identify correct meaning of a word based on how the word is used in passage.
• Identify acronyms, jargons or technical terms that are defined in passage.
• Identify purposes, main idea and/or topics in messages.
• Identify details that support topics in messages.
• Identify needed actions from messages.
• Identify steps, and sub steps, in a set of directions.
• Read/Follow instructions/directions in correct order.
• Read/Follow instructions/directions that include if-then-else statements.
• Read/Follow instructions/directions that include maps, diagrams or floor plans.
• Identify cause and effect in directions.
• Solve problems from troubleshooting directions using cases and effects.
• Apply general reading strategies for reading directions.
• Find information in indexes, tables of contents, and glossaries.

Basic Writing

• Produce writing that consists of complete sentences.
• Exhibit organization of thoughts and ideas.
• Develop writing using proper sentence parts/parts of speech and sentence structure.
• Use punctuation and capitalization appropriately.
• Demonstrate proper use of plural forms for names, compound words and numbers.
• Identify verb tenses and demonstrate using them properly.
• Identify adjectives and adverbs and demonstrate using them properly.
• Identify commonly misspelled words.
• Proofread and edit writing.
• Write structurally, grammatically, and mechanically correct sentences.
• Demonstrate the phases of writing including draft, revision, and final copy.
• Construct an easy-to-follow, logical progression of ideas and information.

Graphic Literacy

• Read, review and interpret simple to more complex graphs, charts (bar, line, & pie), and tables.
• Identify trends and patterns in graphs, charts and/or tables; and locate information in graphs, charts and/or tables.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, diagrams, specifications, and/or work orders/ticketing systems.
• Read and understand various equipment gauges, valves, levels, dials, dashboards, etc. for operation monitoring.
• Follow and understand checklists.
• Practice visualization to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved, rearranged, or newly assembled.
• Demonstrate an understanding of data relationships and comparing trends - variables, dependency, creating summaries, etc.
• Draw conclusions and/or apply data from graphs, charts, and/or tables to specific situations.
• Evaluate information/data to determine compliance with standards.
• Making decisions and solving problems by analyzing information/data and evaluating results.
• Ability to concentrate on a task over time without being distracted.

Applied Mathematics

• Efficiently and accurately solve basic mathematical operations dealing with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Convert between fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Apply basic mathematical operations to applied mathematical situations.
• Apply basic graphing and statistical principals to a technical field.
• Efficiently and accurately solve basic algebraic methods and operations.
• Calculate one- and two-step conversions.
• Calculate averages, simple ratios, proportions and rates using whole numbers and decimals.
• Locate and use appropriate formulas.
• Calculate using mixed units.
• Calculate perimeter and areas of basic shapes.
• Calculate percentage discounts or markups.
• Decide what information, calculations, or unit conversions to use to find the answer to a problem.
• Identify where a mistake occurred in a calculation.
• Solve problems that require mathematical operations using mixed units - ie. 6 feet 2 inches.
• Conversions between standard and metric measurements.
• Able to work multiplication and division with ease. 
• Calculate volume of basic shapes.

MAN 2010 - Sculptured Nails II

1) Demonstrate application and maintenance of acrylic nail.

2) Demonstrate proper artificial nail removal.

MAN 2020 - Nail Tips

1) Describe the structure of a nail tip and how to properly fit one.

2) Demonstrate the procedures for nail tip application

MAN 2030 - Gel Nails

• Demonstrate the application and maintenance procedures for gel nail systems.

MAN 2040 - Nail Safety

1) List and describe the types of electrical equipment that may be sued in nail services.

2) Describe the elements of client education used in the Delivery Phase of a service.

3) Research nail fungus and bacterial infections associated with use of unsanitary implements and how to prevent the spread in nail salon.

MAN 2050 - Product Knowledge-Usage

1) Describe the three basic forms of matter and the differences between elements, atoms, molecules and compounds.

2) Explain how initiators and catalysts cause polymerization.

3) Name the common uses of solvents in the nail industry.

4) Explain how a nail plate and a nail product are able to adhere to each other.

5) Describe how monomers and polymers relate to each other.

6) Compare the differences of the three artificial nail systems.

MAN 2060 - EPA and OSHA Req

1) Identify the federal regulatory agencies that enforce safety and health standards in the workplace and describe their specific functions and the standards set to protect employees and the public.

2) Explain how infection control equipment works to prevent cross-contamination.

3) Explain the purpose of MSDS sheets.

4) Describe how to properly dispose of hazardous waste.

MTP 0001 - Worker Characteristic

1. Attendance
   1. Attends class as scheduled.
   2. Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
   3. Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.
2. Character
   1. Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
   2. Displays dependability and reliability.
   3. Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
   4. Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.
3. Teamwork
   1. Respects the rights of others.
   2. Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
   3. Is a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
   4. Displays a customer service attitude.
   5. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.
4. Appearance
   1. Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
   2. Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
   3. Presents oneself professionally each day.
5. Attitude
   1. Displays a positive and professional attitude.
   2. Displays self-confidence.
   3. Displays high expectations of success in trade.
6. Productivity
   1. Follows safety practices.
   2. Maintains a neat and clean work area.
   3. Follows directions and procedures.
   4. Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.
7. Organization Skills
   1. Prioritizes and manages class time.
   2. Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.
8. Communications
   1. Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
   2. Displays appropriate listening skills.
   3. Uses appropriate language on a professional level.
9. Cooperation
   1. Displays leadership skills.
   2. Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
   3. Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
   4. Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
   5. Follows requests of instructor.
10. Respect
    1. Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
    2. Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
    3. Encourages others to avoid harassment.

MTP 0002 - Worker Characteristic

1. Attendance
   1. Attends class as scheduled.
   2. Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
   3. Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.
2. Character
   1. Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
   2. Displays dependability and reliability.
   3. Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
   4. Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.
3. Teamwork
   1. Respects the rights of others.
   2. Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
   3. Is a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
   4. Displays a customer service attitude.
   5. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.
4. Appearance
   1. Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
   2. Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
   3. Presents oneself professionally each day.
5. Attitude
   1. Displays a positive and professional attitude.
   2. Displays self-confidence.
   3. Displays high expectations of success in trade.
6. Productivity
   1. Follows safety practices.
   2. Maintains a neat and clean work area.
   3. Follows directions and procedures.
   4. Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.
7. Organization Skills
   1. Prioritizes and manages class time.
   2. Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.
8. Communications
   1. Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
   2. Displays appropriate listening skills.
   3. Uses appropriate language on a professional level.
9. Cooperation
   1. Displays leadership skills.
   2. Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
   3. Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
   4. Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
   5. Follows requests of instructor.
10. Respect
    1. Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
    2. Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
    3. Encourages others to avoid harassment.

MTP 0003 - Worker Characteristic

1. Attendance
   1. Attends class as scheduled.
   2. Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
   3. Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.
2. Character
   1. Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
   2. Displays dependability and reliability.
   3. Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
   4. Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.
3. Teamwork
   1. Respects the rights of others.
   2. Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
   3. Is a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
   4. Displays a customer service attitude.
   5. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.
4. Appearance
   1. Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
   2. Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
   3. Presents oneself professionally each day.
5. Attitude
   1. Displays a positive and professional attitude.
   2. Displays self-confidence.
   3. Displays high expectations of success in trade.
6. Productivity
   1. Follows safety practices.
   2. Maintains a neat and clean work area.
   3. Follows directions and procedures.
   4. Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.
7. Organization Skills
   1. Prioritizes and manages class time.
   2. Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.
8. Communications
   1. Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
   2. Displays appropriate listening skills.
   3. Uses appropriate language on a professional level.
9. Cooperation
   1. Displays leadership skills.
   2. Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
   3. Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
   4. Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
   5. Follows requests of instructor.
10. Respect
    1. Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
    2. Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
    3. Encourages others to avoid harassment.

MTP 1010 - Orientation & Safety

1. Rules and regulations of the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Ripley
2. Rules and regulations of the Manufacturing Technology Program
3. Safety aspects of working in a classroom/computer lab
4. Safety and security of the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Ripley campus
5. Safety and security aspects of working the Manufacturing Technology shop area
6. Daily requirements (badge, passwords, etc.)
7. Syllabus and trimester hours

MTP 1020 - Manufacturing Safety

1. OSHA regulations and OSHA 10
2. Minimum safety requirements
3. Proper PPE usage
4. Proper Lock out/Tag out procedures
5. ANSI Codes for PPE
6. NFPA 70E rules and regulations
7. Proper usage of electrical devices
8. Understanding of the rules from an ARC Flash sticker
9. Proper safety disconnect operations
10. Safety for Assembly 105
11. Safety for Mechanical 111
12. Safety for Electrical 111
13. Hand tool safety
14. Knowledge to recognize and control stored energy
15. Knowledge to recognize and control pinch points
16. Knowledge to recognize and control elevated work hazards
17. Knowledge to recognize and control faulty safety switches
18. Knowledge to recognize and control fluid power hazards
19. Knowledge to successfully LO/TO a conveyor, remove and replace safety guard
20. Knowledge to recognize and control hot work hazards
21. Knowledge to recognize and control electrical hazards

MTP 1030 - Technology Foundations

Applied Math

1. Demonstrate knowledge of business math terminology.
   1. Define business math terms.
   2. Use business math terms correctly and appropriate.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, decimals, percentages, and fractions.
   1. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, decimals, percentages, and fractions.

Locating Information

1. The learner shall: understand what type of data is depicted in each type of graphic; understand and use the different types of graphical depictions of information; extract one or two pieces of information from simple documents with little distractions; use a flowchart or other graphical data to make a decision.
2. Use labels and scales when extracting data; understand the scale of a graph and how that affects interpretation of the data; given data, draw a graph; label in percentages the pieces of a pie chart; compare data shown on a bar graph; complete forms using given information.

Reading for Information

1. Measures the skills used to recognize, understand, and apply workplace information presented in an audio format.
   1. Identify main ideas or main details that are explicitly stated
   2. Understand simple instructions
   3. Recognize straightforward, concrete statements and answer questions about directly stated main points and details.
   4. Understand straightforward multi-step instructions.
   5. Determine the meaning of one or two words based   on context.
   6. Identify directly stated main points and details in moderately complex spoken information where the context is somewhat clear and direct but information unfamiliar.
   7. Understand reason or cause & effect from context clues.

MTP 1040 - Basic Principles & Meters

1. Electrical units
2. Electrical units
3. Electrical instruments
4. Introduction to circuits
5. NEC overview
6. Introduction to magnetism
7. DC Circuit components
8. AC Fundamentals
9. Electrical instruments
10. Electrical print reading
11. DC Power Sources
12. AC Power Sources
13. Conductor selection
14. Series Circuit Calculations
15. Parallel Circuit Calculations
16. Battery selection
17. Solid-state relays and starters
18. Symbols and diagrams for motors
19. Intro to PLC’s

Students will demonstrate an applied understanding of the following:

1. Multi-meter application on voltage, amperage and ohms
2. Multi-meter safety

MTP 2010 - Quality Assurance

1. Intro to Assembly
2. Math Fundamentals
3. Math Fractions and Decimals
4. Unit of Measurement
5. Algebra Fundamentals
6. Geometry lines and angles
7. Trigonometry The Pythagorean Theorem
8. Trigonometry Sine, Cosine, Tangent
9. Trigonometry Sine Bar applications
10. Statistics
11. Basics of Tolerance
12. Blueprint Reading
13. Interpreting blueprints
14. Quality overview
15. ISO 9000 overview
16. 5S overview
17. Intro to Six Sigma
18. Approach to Quality Management
19. Conducting Kaizen events
20. Process flow charting
21. Cell design and pull system
22. Total Quality Management overview
23. Value Stream Mapping Current state
24. Value Stream Mapping Future state
25. Strategies for Set-up Reduction

MTP 2020 - Manufacturing Processes

1. Manufacturing Process Applications Part 1
2. Manufacturing Process Applications Part 2
3. Lean Manufacturing overview
4. Troubleshooting
5. Design for Additive Manufacturing
6. Additive Manufacturing Material Science
7. Integrating Additive Manufacturing with Traditional Manufacturing
8. Additive Manufacturing as a Secondary Process
9. Intro to Additive Manufacturing
10. Additive Manufacturing Safety
11. The Basic Additive Manufacturing Process
12. Additive Manufacturing Methods and Materials
13. Introduction to CNC Machine
14. Basics of the CNC Machine
15. Basics of the CNC Mill
16. Coordinates of the CNC Lathe
17. Coordinates of the CNC Mill
18. Basics of G-code Programming
19. Introduction to CAD and CAM for Machining
20. Control Panel Functions for the CNC Lathe
21. Control Panel Functions for the CNC Mill
22. Offsets on the CNC Lathe
23. Offsets on the CNC Mill
24. Creating a CNC Turning Program
25. Creating a CNC Milling Program
26. Mechanics of CNC

MTP 3010 - CPT Manufacturing Processes & Production

Students must demonstrate:

1. An understanding of the importance of preventative maintenance
2. The ability to identify different components of maintenance
3. An understanding of different lubrications and anti-contamination work practices
4. Proper conveyor maintenance

MTP 3030 - Welding Tech Fundamentals

1. Welding Safety Essentials
2. PPE for Welding
3. Welding Fumes and Gases Safety
4. Electrical Safety for Welding
5. Introduction to Welding
6. Introduction to Welding Processes
7. Math Fundamentals for Welding
8. Geometry Fundamentals for Welding
9. Material Test for Welding
10. Welding Ferrous Metals
11. Overview of Weld Types
12. Overview of Weld Defects
13. Welding Symbols and Codes
14. Fabrication Process
15. Introduction to GMAW
16. Introduction to SMAW
17. Introduction to FCAW
18. Introduction to GTAW
19. Oxyfuel Cutting Application
20. Arc Welding Symbols and Codes

MTP 3040 - Machine Fundamentals

1. Manual Machining Basics
2. Manual Mill Setup
3. Manual Mill Operation
4. Engine Lathe Basics
5. History and Definition of CNC
6. Canned Cycles for CNC
7. Mazak Mill Control Panel Overview
8. Mazak Mill Safety for the Mill
9. Creating a Mazak Program
10. Mazak First Part Runs
11. Fanuc Mill/lathe Control Panel
12. Fanuc Mill/Lathe Entering Offsets
13. Fanuc Mill/Lathe Locating Program Zero
14. Fanuc Mill/Lathe Program Execution
15. Fanuc Mill/Lathe Program Storage
16. Fanuc Mill/Lathe First Part Runs
17. Haas Mill/Lathe Control Panel
18. Haas Mill/Lathe Entering Offsets
19. Haas Mill/Lathe Locating Program Zero
20. Haas Mill/Lathe Program Execution
21. Haas Mill/Lathe Program Storage
22. Haas Mill/Lathe First Part Run

MTP 3050 - Introduction to Mechatronics

1. The Forces of Fluid Power
2. Safety for Hydraulics and Pneumatics
3. Introduction to Hydraulic Components
4. Introduction to Pneumatic Components
5. Introduction to Fluid Conductors
6. Introduction to Fluid Systems
7. Hydraulic Power Sources
8. Pneumatic Power Variables
9. Pneumatic Power Sources
10. Intro to Fluid Systems
11. Basic Hydraulic Circuit Design
12. Basic Pneumatic Circuit Design
13. Relays, Contactors, and Motor Starters
14. Intro to PLCs
15. Hardware for PLCs
16. Basics of Ladder Logic
17. Number Systems and Codes
18. PLC Inputs and Outputs
19. Basic Programming
20. PLC Timers and Counters
21. PLC Diagrams and Programs
22. Overview of PLC Registers
23. PLC Program Control Instructions
24. PLC Installation Practices
25. Basics of Siemens PLCs
26. Siemens PLC Hardware
27. Numbers, Codes, and Data Types for Siemens
28. Basic Ladder Diagram Programming Siemens
29. Function Block Diagram Programming Siemens
30. Intro to Robotics
31. Robot Safety
32. Robot Components
33. End Effectors
34. Applications for Robots
35. Automated Systems and Control
36. Robot Axes
37. Robot Sensors
38. Robot Troubleshooting

MASS 1101 - Student Massage Clinic

1. Provide effective organization and management of the client session.
2. Apply appropriate therapeutic techniques utilizing hands, fingers, thumbs, elbows, forearms and feet as applicable.
3. Use standard precautions in patient treatment and therapy.
4. Apply appropriate equipment and supplies in patient treatment and therapy.
5. Practice biomechanical skills necessary for the safe and effective performance of massage.
6. Demonstrate effective communication in the therapist-client relationship.
7. Establish and maintain safe and respectful boundaries with clients.
8. Identify strategies for effective management of the work environment.
9. Identify strategies of conflict resolution skills in relationships with other professionals.
10. Discuss the need to document conflict in a patient treatment situation.

MASS 1102 - Clinical Fieldwork

1. Identify and design effective methods for time management, client scheduling, and maintenance of the work environment.
2. Establish and maintain safe and respectful boundaries with clients.
3. Discuss the process for establishing and maintaining professional boundaries and relationships with peers.
4. Application and use of appropriate equipment and supplies.
5. Recognize and practice appropriate methods of sanitation and personal hygiene in the performance of massage.
6. Identify strategies of conflict resolution skills in relationships with other professionals.
7. Discuss the need to document conflict.
8. Write clear, concise and accurate client notes based on treatment sessions.

MASS 1201 - Massage Business, Professional, and Communications

1. Identify and describe basic business practices relevant to the practice of massage therapy/ bodywork.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of effective communication related to business and marketing
3. Identify strategies to develop and maintain a client base.
4. Identify strategies for effective communication with other professionals regarding client care and referrals.
5. Identify strategies for effective management of the work environment.
6. Discuss the process for establishing and maintaining professional boundaries and relationships with peers, in the work place, and with other professionals.
7. Identify legal requirements established in Tennessee Statutes & Rules regarding the Massage Therapist License & Massage Establishment License

MASS 1301 - TN Massage Law & Practice Ethics

1. Define and demonstrate the interpersonal and physical components of a therapeutic environment. 
2. Identify the scope of practice of massage therapy and bodywork in relation to the components in a wellness model.
3. Formulate and convey informed consent to client prior to initialization of treatment protocol. 
4. Develop and implement strategies to address challenging client/therapist interactions. 
5. Identify methods of self-assessment and stress management. 
6. Self-assess needs, behaviors, beliefs, attitudes and knowledge relevant to the practice of massage therapy and bodywork. 
7. Identify how personal and cultural values, attitudes and ethics influence professional values, attitudes and ethics. 
8. Identify the physiological and psychological effects of stress. 
9. Identify various stress reduction techniques and their benefits. 
10. Identify and discuss how physical fitness and lifestyle habits affecting physical fitness affect performance and stress management as a massage therapist. 
11. Design and implement a personal stress management strategy. 
12. Define and demonstrate active listening, rapport, empathy and feedback. 
13. Identify strategies to effectively deal with emotional and behavioral client responses to massage therapy and bodywork treatment. 
14. Describe the principles of conflict resolution and apply conflict resolution skills effectively in the client- therapist relationship. 
15. Identify the qualities and characteristics of boundaries and discus the need for professional boundaries and settings. 
16. Discuss and demonstrate the use of draping during treatment as a professional boundary issue.  
17. Identify cultural differences related to boundary issues. 
18. Define and discuss transference and counter transference. 
19. Define and discuss the differences between personal and a professional relationship. 
20. Identify and explain the role and purpose of a code of ethics. 
21. Identify the role and purpose of Standards of Practice specific to massage therapy and bodywork.  
22.  Identify common ethical situations in massage therapy/bodywork and processes by which to effectively resolve ethical issues. 
23. Identify confidentiality principles related to massage therapy/bodywork practice and the responsibilities and liability for maintaining client confidentiality and privileged communication. 

MASS 1302 - Swedish Massage

1. Discuss history, equipment and techniques of Swedish massage.
2. Identify basic indications, contraindications & endangerment sites
3. Plan safe, effective & appropriate techniques and sequencing for relaxation massage.
4. Practice professional sanitation and personal hygiene
5. Develop skilled body mechanics for the comfort & protection of both the client & the practitioner.
6. Develop awareness of & responsiveness to tissue change, body language, verbal & other communications of client’s preferences.
7. Master selected hands-on techniques & skills.
8. Behave with respect and encouragement towards people with diverse physical types, ages, sexual preferences and cultural backgrounds.
9. Evaluate the elements of an effective massage

MASS 1303 - Massage for Special Populations

1. Describe the structure and function of the human body, its systems (except the muscular system) in health and disease as it relates to the applications of massage therapy and bodywork.
2. Discuss the physiological effects of touch, massage and bodywork techniques.
3. Demonstrate the ability describe and to identify indications, contraindications, cautions and modifications for massage protocols related to common pathologies encountered in the practice of massage therapy and bodywork.
4. Demonstrate the ability to recognize and look up indications, contraindications, cautions and modifications for massage protocols related to medications commonly encountered with massage therapy clientele.

MASS 1304 - Overview of Somatic Therapies

1. Provide a basic verbally and in written description of each modality presented;
2. Demonstrate at least two (2) techniques presented by each speaker;
3. Distinguish the appropriate application of the various techniques presented.
4. Provide a written assessment of each modality presented and its potential for use in their practice.

MASS 1401 - Fundamentals of Muscle Anatomy

MASS 1402 - Medical Massage Therapies

1. Analyze posture, range of motion limitations and pain referral patterns to predict areas of hypertonicity, potential trigger points and fascial restrictions:
2. Use clay models and resource materials for detailed self-study of the related musculoskeletal anatomy
3. Choose and apply rehabilitative manual techniques for specific myofascial pain syndromes
4. Practice detailed documentation
5. Recognize and describe the differences between nerve entrapments and nerve compression syndromes
6. Concisely summarize in both written and oral reports the major elements of a series a myofascial pain syndrome case.