Industrial Maintenance Essentials Series

Program Overview

Today's maintenance technicians are expected to possess a broad technical skill set spanning mechanical systems, electrical troubleshooting, automation, and leadership. This six-session series provides practical, hands-on instruction designed to strengthen technician confidence, reduce equipment downtime, and improve plant reliability. Each four-hour workshop may be attended individually or completed as part of the full certificate series.

Session 1: Industrial Print Reading & Schematics

Build confidence interpreting engineering drawings and schematics.

• Mechanical drawings
• Orthographic & isometric views
• Dimensions, tolerances & symbols
• Assembly drawings
• Hydraulic & pneumatic schematics
• Electrical ladder diagrams
• Finding critical information
• Hands-on print exercises

Session 2: Industrial Electrical Fundamentals

Understand the core electrical principles used every day in manufacturing.

• Electrical safety & PPE
• Voltage, current, resistance & power
• AC vs DC
• Electrical schematics
• Digital multimeters
• Series & parallel circuits
• Relays & contactors
• Electrical troubleshooting

Session 3: Motors, Sensors & Industrial Controls

Learn the devices that keep automated equipment operating.

• AC/DC motors
• Motor nameplates
• Common failures
• Photoelectric sensors
• Inductive & capacitive sensors
• Limit switches & encoders
• Motor controls
• Control circuit troubleshooting

Session 4: Industrial Troubleshooting Best Practices

Develop a structured approach to solving equipment failures.

• Troubleshooting methodology
• Root cause vs symptoms
• Using prints effectively
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Reducing downtime
• Documentation
• Scenario-based exercises

Session 5: Maintenance Leadership & Team Effectiveness

Strengthen the communication and leadership skills of tomorrow's maintenance leaders.

• Transitioning to leadership
• Communication
• Coaching
• Accountability
• Conflict resolution
• Prioritizing work
• Safety culture
• Continuous improvement

Ideal Audience

• New maintenance technicians
• Production employees transitioning into maintenance
• Incumbent maintenance technicians seeking refresher training
• Manufacturing employers investing in workforce development

Program Benefits

• Four-hour sessions designed for minimal production disruption
• Hands-on, industry-focused instruction
• Individual class enrollment or complete series option
• Practical skills immediately applicable in manufacturing environments