Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Technician
Overview
The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Technology program provides entry level instruction in the installation, repair, and maintenance of a wide range of machinery found in the food processing, advanced manufacturing, and product distribution industries. The entry level skills covered include safety training and OSHA-10 Course Completion Certification, fundamentals of mechanical and electrical systems, industrial production equipment maintenance and repair, industrial process control programming, industrial robotic programming, maintenance and welding. These entry level skills are learned in both traditional lecture classes and hands-on training in sophisticated training laboratories. Effective writing, verbal communication, electronic communication, mechanical calculations, and computer skills are emphasized across the curriculum.
Degrees and Certificates Offered
- A.S. in Electro-Mechanical Technician
- Electro-Mechanical Technician Certificate
- Industrial Controls Technician Certificate
- Industrial Maintenance Technician Certificate
- Dean Paul Estabrook
-
Department Chair
Richard Gentry
- Email gentryr@scc.losrios.edu
Associate Degree
A.S. in Electro-Mechanical Technician
This program introduces the student to the theoretical and practical applications of basic mechanical and control systems utilized in the industrial maintenance mechanic industry. Additional studies include plant safety, hand/power tool fundamentals, blueprint reading, principles of power transmission, properties of lubricants, shaft/coupling alignment, principles of fluid power, hydraulic, pneumatic, compressed air systems, conveyor systems, basic electrical concepts and controls, programable logic controllers and instrumentations, and introduction into robotics.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2026
Degree Requirements
| Course Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMMT 120 | Technical Documentation and Communication | 2 |
| IMMT 130 | Technical Calculations | 2 |
| IMMT 140 | Cal/OSHA 10 General Safety | 1 |
| IMMT 220 | Industrial Mechanics I | 3 |
| IMMT 230 | Industrial Electricity I | 3 |
| IMMT 240 | Industrial Fluid Power I | 3 |
| IMMT 250 | Industrial Control Systems I | 3 |
| IMMT 252 | Industrial Control Systems II | 3 |
| Total Units: | 20 |
The Electro-Mechanical Technician Associate in Science (A.S.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, and either (a) the Local General Education Pattern or (b) the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC), plus sufficient electives for a total of at least 60 units. See SCC graduation requirements.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- explain the theory and demonstrate practical applications of basic mechanical systems utilized in industrial production and product distribution industries.
- apply problem solving and analytical thinking skills in the maintenance, testing, troubleshooting and repair of industrial mechanical/electrical equipment, industrial controls systems, and robotics.
- apply technical math skills to solve problems involving electrical loads/wire sizing, gear ratios, pump flow rates, and pipe sizing.
- interpret blueprints.
Career Information
This program provides entry level career skills required for a maintenance technician in the food processing, advanced manufacturing, and product distribution industries. Upon field experience and additional education, the student can transition into quality control systems technician, industrial engineering technician, industrial production manager, and industrial plant maintenance manager positions.
Certificates of Achievement
Electro-Mechanical Technician Certificate
This program introduces the student to the theoretical and practical applications of basic mechanical and control systems utilized in the industrial maintenance mechanic industry. Additional studies include plant safety, hand/power tool fundamentals, blueprint reading, principles of power transmission, properties of lubricants, shaft/coupling alignment, principles of fluid power, hydraulic, pneumatic, compressed air systems, conveyor systems, basic electrical concepts and controls, programable logic controllers and instrumentations, and introduction into robotics.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2026
Certificate Requirements
| Course Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMMT 120 | Technical Documentation and Communication | 2 |
| IMMT 130 | Technical Calculations | 2 |
| IMMT 140 | Cal/OSHA 10 General Safety | 1 |
| IMMT 220 | Industrial Mechanics I | 3 |
| IMMT 230 | Industrial Electricity I | 3 |
| IMMT 240 | Industrial Fluid Power I | 3 |
| IMMT 250 | Industrial Control Systems I | 3 |
| IMMT 252 | Industrial Control Systems II | 3 |
| Total Units: | 20 |
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- explain the theory and demonstrate practical applications of basic mechanical systems utilized in industrial production and product distribution industries.
- apply problem solving and analytical thinking skills in the maintenance, testing, troubleshooting and repair of industrial mechanical/electrical equipment, industrial controls systems, and robotics.
- apply technical math skills to solve problems involving electrical loads/wire sizing, gear ratios, pump flow rates, and pipe sizing.
- interpret blueprints.
Career Information
This program provides entry level career skills required for a maintenance technician in the food processing, advanced manufacturing, and product distribution industries. Upon field experience and additional education, the student can transition into quality control systems technician, industrial engineering technician, industrial production manager, and industrial plant maintenance manager positions.
Industrial Controls Technician Certificate
This program introduces the student to the theoretical and practical applications of basic control systems utilized in the industrial maintenance mechanic industry. Additional studies include plant safety, hand/power tool fundamentals, blueprint reading, basic electrical concepts and controls, programable logic controllers and instrumentations, and introduction into robotics.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2026
Certificate Requirements
| Course Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMMT 120 | Technical Documentation and Communication | 2 |
| IMMT 130 | Technical Calculations | 2 |
| IMMT 140 | Cal/OSHA 10 General Safety | 1 |
| IMMT 230 | Industrial Electricity I | 3 |
| IMMT 250 | Industrial Control Systems I | 3 |
| IMMT 252 | Industrial Control Systems II | 3 |
| Total Units: | 14 |
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- apply problem-solving and analytical thinking skills in the maintenance, testing, troubleshooting and repair of industrial mechanical/electrical equipment, industrial controls systems, and robotics.
- interpret blueprints.
- describe basic electrical circuits and PLC/VFD control theory.
- apply technical math skills to solve problems involving electrical loads/wire sizing, gear ratios, pump flow rates, and pipe sizing.
Career Information
Upon completion of the Industrial Controls Technician Certificate, students may find employment as a technician in food processing, advanced manufacturing, and packaging and assembly. Industrial Controls Technicians install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain commercial or industrial controls in buildings, a plant, or a manufacturing setting. These technicians ensure all controls function properly through servicing and troubleshooting the system.
Industrial Maintenance Technician Certificate
This program introduces the student to the theoretical and practical applications of basic mechanical systems utilized in the industrial mechanical industry. Additional studies include plant safety, hand/power tool fundamentals, blueprint reading, principles of power transmission, properties of lubricants, shaft/coupling alignment, principles of fluid power, hydraulic, pneumatic, compressed air systems and conveyor systems.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2026
Certificate Requirements
| Course Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMMT 120 | Technical Documentation and Communication | 2 |
| IMMT 130 | Technical Calculations | 2 |
| IMMT 140 | Cal/OSHA 10 General Safety | 1 |
| IMMT 220 | Industrial Mechanics I | 3 |
| IMMT 240 | Industrial Fluid Power I | 3 |
| Total Units: | 11 |
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate problem-solving abilities and practical analytical thinking skills.
- explain the theory and demonstrate practical applications of basic mechanical systems utilized in industrial production and product distribution industries.
- explain the theory and practical application of fluid power.
Career Information
Upon completion of the Industrial Maintenance Technician Certificate, students may find employment as a technician in food processing, advanced manufacturing, and packaging and assembly. Industrial Maintenance Technicians install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain commercial or industrial machinery in buildings, a plant, or a manufacturing setting. These technicians ensure all machines function properly through troubleshooting and preventative maintenance service.
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Technician (IMMT) Courses
IMMT 120 Technical Documentation and Communication
- Units:2
- Hours:36 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2026
This course provides the student with basic workplace skills needed to enter the workforce as an industrial maintenance mechanic technician. Units of instruction include technical writing, digital form comprehension, communication skills, writing e-mail messages, Internet websites, critical thinking, problem solving, and conflict resolution. Components of this course will be offered online. Students will need to have access to a computer and the Internet and have some familiarity with a computer.
IMMT 130 Technical Calculations
- Units:2
- Hours:36 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2026
This course focuses on building mathematical skills specific to the industrial maintenance mechanic trades: problem solving using metric (SI) units and English and metric unit conversions; solution of word problems involving length, area, volume, weight, strength of materials, work, power, energy, and efficiencies; exponents problem solving using graphs and tables; and algebraic solutions to applied problems. Components of this course will be offered online. Students will need to have access to a computer and the Internet and have some familiarity with a computer.
IMMT 140 Cal/OSHA 10 General Safety
- Units:1
- Hours:18 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2026
This class focuses on the training required for the 10-Hour Cal/OSHA General Industry Safety and Health training card program. Training includes safety policies, procedures, standards, and general industry safety and health principles. Topics for this course will include the following: Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Cal/OSHA; Injury and Illness Prevention Programs and Heat Illness Prevention; Walking and Working Surfaces, Including Fall Protection; Electrical Hazards; Hazardous Materials; Health Hazards; Personal Protective Equipment; Tools and Equipment; Hazard Communication; Material Handling. Components of this course will be offered online. Students will need to have access to a computer and the Internet and have some familiarity with a computer. Students are required to pay the Cal/OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Card fee.
IMMT 220 Industrial Mechanics I
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:IMMT 120, 130, and 140 with grades of "C" or better
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2026
This course is designed to introduce the student to the theoretical and practical applications of basic mechanical systems utilized in the industrial mechanical industry. Additional studies including plant safety, hand and power tool fundamentals, blueprint reading, principles of power transmission, properties of lubricants, shaft and coupling alignment, and conveyor systems. Components of this course will be offered online.
Students will need to have access to a computer, the Internet, and have some familiarity with a computer. This course was formerly known as IMMT 121.
IMMT 230 Industrial Electricity I
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:IMMT 120, 130, and 140 with grades of "C" or better
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2026
This course provides instruction in power and control circuits and devices used the industrial mechanical industry. Units of instruction include a study of electron theory, magnetism, induction, alternating current, direct current, resistance, capacitance, transformers, electric motors, industrial equipment wiring diagrams, and electrical troubleshooting. Students will practice using electrical meters and test instruments in the laboratory. Electrical safety practices will also be covered. Components of this course will be offered online. Students will need to have access to a computer and the Internet and have some familiarity with a computer.
IMMT 240 Industrial Fluid Power I
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:IMMT 120, 130, and 140 with grades of "C" or better
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2026
This course provides instruction in the principles of fluid power, hydraulic, pneumatic, and compressed air systems. Laboratory activities include operation, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hydraulic, pneumatic, and compressed air systems. Components of this course will be offered online. Students will need to have access to a computer and the Internet and have some familiarity with a computer.
IMMT 250 Industrial Control Systems I
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:IMMT 230 with a grade of "C" or better
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2026
This course provides instruction in the fundamentals and programming of Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFD). Additional studies include Servo Divers, Industrial Sensors, and Instrumentation. Components of this course will be offered online. Students will need to have access to a computer and the Internet and have some familiarity with a computer.
IMMT 252 Industrial Control Systems II
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:IMMT 250 with a grade of "C" or better
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2026
This course provides instruction in the fundamentals, design, programming, operations, and troubleshooting of industrial equipment. Students will need to have access to a computer and the Internet and have some familiarity with a computer.
IMMT 299 Experimental Offering in Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Technician
- Units:0.5 - 4
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2026
This is the experimental courses description.
IMMT 499 Experimental Offering in Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Technician
- Units:0.5 - 4
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2026
This is the experimental courses description.
Catalog
- Introduction Toggle Introduction Menu
- Getting Started Toggle Getting Started Menu
-
While You Are Here
Toggle While You Are Here Menu
- Financial Aid Toggle Financial Aid Menu
- College and Academic Regulations Toggle College and Academic Regulations Menu
- Enrollment Verification
- Credit for Prior Learning and Alternative Study Options Toggle Credit for Prior Learning and Alternative Study Options Menu
- College Safety and Security Toggle College Safety and Security Menu
-
Student Rights and Responsibilities
Toggle Student Rights and Responsibilities Menu
- Academic Rights and Responsibilities
- Access to Student Records (FERPA)
- Alcohol, Drug, and Smoking Policy
- Computer and Internet Use Policy
- Copyright and Piracy Policy
- Disciplinary Procedures and Due Process
- Photo and Video Policy
- Plagiarism and Cheating Policy
- Right-to-Know Program Completion
- Service Animals on Campus
- Social Media Policy
- Standards of Conduct
- Student Grievance and Class-Related Concerns
- Equal Opportunity, Equity, Discrimination, and Harassment Toggle Equal Opportunity, Equity, Discrimination, and Harassment Menu
- Graduation and Transfer Toggle Graduation and Transfer Menu
-
Programs of Study
Toggle Programs of Study Menu
- List of Degrees and Certificates
- Description of Courses Toggle Description of Courses Menu
- Course Prefixes
- Cross-Listed Courses
- Meta Majors
-
List of Programs
Toggle List of Programs Menu
- Accounting
- Administration of Justice
- Air Traffic Control
- Aircraft Maintenance Technician Program
- Allied Health
- Anthropology
- Art
- Art History
- Astronomy
- Aviation
- Barbering
- Biology
- Business
- Cardiovascular Technologist
- Chemistry
- Chemistry Course Sequence
- Communication
- Community Healthcare Worker
- Community Leadership Development
- Computer Information Science
- Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Manufacturing
- Cosmetology
- Deaf Culture and American Sign Language Studies
- Dental Assisting
- Dental Hygiene
- Design and Digital Media
- Early Childhood Education
- Economics
- Education/Teaching
- Electronics Technology
- Engineering
- Engineering Design Technology
- English
- English Course Sequence
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- English as a Second Language Noncredit
- ESL Course Sequence
- Ethnic Studies
- Fashion
- General Education - Transfer
- Geography
- Geology
- Gerontology
- Global Studies
- Health Education
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
- History
- Honors
- Human Services
- Human/Career Development
- Humanities
- Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Technician
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- International Studies
- Journalism
- Kinesiology
- Law, Public Policy, and Society
- Legal Studies
- Library Program
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Mechanical-Electrical Technology
- Modern Making
- Music
- Nursing
- Nutrition and Food Science
- Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety
- Occupational Therapy Assisting
- Optical Technology
- Philosophy
- Photography
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Physics
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Railroad Operations
- Real Estate
- Recreation
- Sociology
- Social Justice Studies
- Social Work and Community Studies
- Student Government
- Surveying (Geomatics)
- Theatre Arts
- Theatre Arts Film
- Tutor Education and Learning Assistance
- Women and Gender Studies
- Work Experience
- World Languages
- Administrators, Faculty, and Staff Toggle Administrators, Faculty, and Staff Menu
- Index
- Catalog Archives