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

Industrial Maintenance Essentials 5 Session Bundle Series