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Industrial Fluid Power Technician, TCC (IF11)  Technical Certificate of Credit


Campus Locations: Valdosta, Ben Hill Irwin, Coffee, High School

The Industrial Fluid Power Technician certificate program prepares students to inspect, maintain, service, and repair industrial mechanical systems, fluid power systems, and pumps and piping systems. Topics include safety procedures, mechanics, fluid power, and pumps and piping system maintenance.

This program qualifies for the HOPE Career Grant.

Program Outcomes: This program prepares students for careers in industrial machinery mechanics by providing essential knowledge and skills. Graduates will demonstrate safe working practices, ensuring safety in various industrial settings. They'll gain a thorough understanding of basic mechanical laws and principles and develop expertise in inspecting, maintaining, and repairing industrial mechanical systems. Additionally, students will learn about fluid power and piping systems, equipping them with critical skills for industrial environments. Through hands-on training, graduates are prepared to contribute meaningfully to the industrial mechanical sector.

Careers: Industrial Machinery Mechanics; Industrial Fluid Power Technician

Length of Program: 1 Term

Admission Requirements:

Curriculum Outline (11 hours)
Occupational Courses 11
IDSY 1170

Course Name Change Beginning Fall 2025, IDSY 1170 Industrial Mechanics will be renamed to IDSY 1171 Industrial Mechanics This course introduces and emphasizes the basic skill necessary for mechanical maintenance personnel. Instruction is also provided in the basic physics concepts applicable to the mechanics of industrial production equipment, and the application of mechanical principles with additional emphasis on power transmission and specific mechanical components.

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IDSY 1190

Course Name Change Beginning Fall 2025, IDSY 1190 Fluid Power Systems will be renamed to IDSY 1181 Fluid Power Systems This course provides instruction in the fundamentals of safely operating hydraulic, pneumatic, and pump and piping systems. Theory and practical application concepts are discussed. Topics include hydraulic system principles and components, pneumatic system principles and components, and the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of pump and piping systems.

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IDSY 1195

Course Name Change Beginning Fall 2025, IDSY 1195 Pumps and Piping Systems will be renamed to IDSY 1191 Pumps and Piping Systems This course provides instruction in the fundamentals concepts of industrial pumps and piping systems. Topics include: pump identification, pump operation, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting, piping systems and installation of piping systems.

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Faculty
Advisor

Industrial Systems Technology Instructor
Coffee Campus

Advisor

Electrical/Industrial Systems Technology Program Coordinator
Valdosta Campus

Advisor

Industrial Systems Technology Instructor
Ben Hill-Irwin & Coffee Campuses

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