Power Technology O.E.

Juneau

Options include Diesel/Heavy Duty, Diesel/Marine, Fixed Plant and Mine Mechanic. Each provides technical courses in the appropriate specialty. Students must earn a 2.00 GPA in the overall program. These occupational endorsements articulate with the A.A.S. in Power Technology.

The Fixed Plant Mechanic Occupational Endorsement prepares the student to enter
 into the stationary mechanic industry as an entry level fixed plant mechanic.
 The program includes classroom and hands-on training on the following mechanical
 systems:  lubrication, preventive maintenance inspections, diesel engines, hydraulics,
 welding, blue print reading, precision measuring tools, rigging, conveyor belts and
 shaft alignment.

The Mine Mechanic Occupational Endorsement prepares the student to enter into the mining industry as an entry level diesel machinery mechanic. The program includes classroom and hands-on training on diesel engines and related mechanical systems including engines, transmissions, brakes, hydraulics, DC electrical, suspension, and air conditioning. Diesel powered pickups, welding, preventive maintenance and inspections are also included.

Introduction to Mining Occupations and Operations and the Hecla Greens Creek Mine Academy or Department approval is recommended. Minimum grade of C or better 2.00 is required in all (each) of the classes to obtain the Mine Mechanic O.E.

Diesel/Heavy Duty Emphasis

Minimum Credit Hours 29
DESL S102Lubrication, Preventative Maintenance, and Inspections2
DESL S110Diesel Engines6
DESL S121Basic Electrical Systems3
DESL S125Basic Hydraulics3
DESL S130Refrigeration and Air Conditioning2
DESL S180AC Power Generation3
DESL S250Heavy Duty Brakes and CDL Preparation2
DESL S255Heavy Duty Suspension and Alignment2
DESL S260Heavy Duty Power Trains3
WELD S120Basic Welding3
Total Credits29

Diesel/Marine Emphasis

Minimum Credit Hours 28
DESL S110Diesel Engines6
DESL S121Basic Electrical Systems3
DESL S125Basic Hydraulics3
DESL S130Refrigeration and Air Conditioning2
DESL S180AC Power Generation3
DESL S261Marine Auxiliary Systems3
DESL S262Marine Auxiliary Systems Lab2
DESL S263Marine Transmissions3
WELD S120Basic Welding3
Total Credits28

Fixed Plant Mechanic Emphasis

Minimum Credit Hours 27
DESL S102Lubrication, Preventative Maintenance, and Inspections2
DESL S110Diesel Engines6
DESL S125Basic Hydraulics3
DESL S140Construction Drawing Interpretation3
DESL S141Precision Measuring Tools2
DESL S142Piping Systems3
DESL S143Industrial Rigging Principles2
DESL S144Conveyor and Drive Systems3
WELD S120Basic Welding3
Total Credits27

Mine Mechanic Emphasis

Minimum Credit Hours 29
DESL S102Lubrication, Preventative Maintenance, and Inspections2
DESL S110Diesel Engines6
DESL S121Basic Electrical Systems3
DESL S125Basic Hydraulics3
DESL S130Refrigeration and Air Conditioning2
DESL S225Advanced Hydraulics3
DESL S250Heavy Duty Brakes and CDL Preparation2
DESL S255Heavy Duty Suspension and Alignment2
DESL S260Heavy Duty Power Trains3
WELD S120Basic Welding3
Total Credits29

The skills required to seek employment as an entry level fixed plant mechanic.