Heavy Equipment Electrical Power Generation Dealer Service Technology (EPG3) Degree

The Heavy Equipment Electrical Power Generation Dealers Service Technology Associate degree program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in the heavy equipment electrical power generation service and repair profession, specifically for Caterpillar dealers. The program utilizes a curriculum (ThinkBIG) develop by Caterpillar, Inc. and is currently utilized by 19 colleges throughout the world. Learning opportunities in the classroom, lab and internships enable students to develop academic, technical and professional knowledge and skill required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of heavy equipment, engines and a minor emphasis on marine propulsion systems and power generator repair theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Heavy Equipment Electrical Power Generation Dealers Service Technology Associate Degree that qualifies them as entry-level heavy equipment technicians.

Entrance date: Each semester

Program Admission Requirements: A High School diploma or equivalent is required plus achievement of appropriate scores on the college's placement test or submission of acceptable SAT or ACT scores.

Applicant must be at least 16 years of age.

Credits required for graduation: 81

Curriculum Outline (61 hours)

General Education Core	15
ENGL 1101Composition and Rhetoric Explores the analysis of literature and articles about issues in the humanities and in society. Students practice various modes of writing, ranging from exposition to argumentation and persuasion. The course includes a review of standard grammatical and stylistic usage in proofreading and editing. An introduction to library resources lays the foundation for research. Topics include writing analysis and practice, revision, and research. Students write a research paper using library resources and using a formatting and documentation style appropriate to the purpose and audience.	3
ENGL 1105Technical Communications Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 Emphasizes practical knowledge of technical communications techniques, procedures, and reporting formats used in industry and business. Topics include reference use and research, device and process description, formal technical report writing, business correspondence, and technical report presentation.	3
Humanities (choose ONE class)	3
ARTS 1101Art Appreciation Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 Explores the visual arts and the relationship to human needs and aspirations. Students investigate the value of art, themes in art, the elements and principles of composition, and the materials and processes used for artistic expression. Well-known works of visual art are explored. The course encourages student interest in the visual arts beyond the classroom.	3
ENGL 2130American Literature Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 Emphasizes American literature as a reflection of culture and ideas. A survey of important works in American literature. Includes a variety of literary genres: short stories, poetry, drama, nonfiction, and novels. Topics include literature and culture, essential themes and ideas, literature and history, and research skills.	3
MUSC 1101Music Appreciation Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 Explores the formal elements of musical composition, musical form and style, and the relationship of music to historical periods. The course includes listening and analysis of well known works of music. This course encourages student interest in musical arts beyond the classroom.	3
Math (choose ONE class)	3
MATH 1111College Algebra Emphasizes techniques of problem solving using algebraic concepts. Topics include fundamental concepts of algebra, equations and inequalities, functions and graphs, and systems of equations; optional topics include sequences, series, and probability or analytic geometry.	3
MATH 1103Quantitative Skills & Reasoning This course focuses on quantitative skills and reasoning in the context of experiences that students will be likely to encounter. The course emphasizes processing information in context from a variety of representations, understanding of both the information and the processing, and understanding which conclusions can be reasonably determined. Students will use appropriate technology to enhance mathematical thinking and understanding. Topics covered in this course include: sets and set operations, logic, basic probability, data analysis, linear models, quadratic models, exponential and logarithmic models, geometry, and financial management.	3
Social Sciences (choose ONE class)	3
POLS 1101American Government Emphasizes study of government and politics in the United States. The focus of the course will provide an overview of the Constitutional foundations of the American political processes with a focus on government institutions and political procedures. The course will examine the constitutional framework, federalism, civil liberties and civil rights, public opinion, the media, interest groups, political parties, and the election process along with the three branches of government. In addition, this course will examine the processes of Georgia state government. Topics include foundations of government, political behavior, and governing institutions.	3
PSYC 1101Introductory Psychology Introduces the major fields of contemporary psychology. Emphasis is on fundamental principles of psychology as a science. Topics include research design, the organization and operation of the nervous system, sensation and perception, learning and memory, motivation and emotion, thinking and intelligence, lifespan development, personality, psychopathology and interventions, stress and health, and social psychology.	3
SOCI 1101Introduction to Sociology Explores the sociological analysis of society, its culture, and structure. Sociology is presented as a science with emphasis placed on its methodology and theoretical foundations. Topics include basic sociological concepts, socialization, social interaction and culture, social groups and institutions, deviance and social control, social stratification, social change, and marriage and family.	3

Occupational	46
CATT 1100Caterpillar Engine Fundamentals This course introduces the students to basic diesel engine theory and service procedures.The principles of compression ignited internal combustion engines are taught and variations in design are discussed.Caterpillar engines are used for lab dissembly and assembly.	4
CATT 1110Caterpillar Service Industry This course introduces the student to the Caterpillar Organization and provides instruction and lab experience in shop safety, shop operation, service tools, and how to obtain Caterpillar service information.	3
WELD 1000Introduction to Welding Technology Provides an introduction to welding technology with an emphasis on basic welding laboratory principles and operating procedures. Topics include: industrial safety and health practices, hand tool and power machine use, measurement, laboratory operating procedures, welding power sources, welding career potentials, and introduction to welding codes and standards.	4
CATT 1120Hydraulic Fundamentals
CATT 1130Fuel Systems
CATT 1140Electrical Fundamentals
CATT 1500CAT Internship I This supervised experience is required of students enrolled in the Heavy Equipment Dealers Service Technician curriculum.Placement is obtained through the cooperation of the sponsoring Caterpillar dealer.Major emphasis is place don the specific internship objectives that are contained in the Internship Logbook.	4
CATT 1510Internship II This supervised experience is required of students enrolled in the Heavy Equipment Dealers Service Technician curriculum.Placement is obtained through the cooperation of the sponsoring Caterpillar dealer.Major emphasis is place on the specific internship objectives that are contained in the Internship Logbook.
IDSY 1110Industrial Motor Controls I This course introduces the fundamental concepts, principles, and devices involved in industrial motor controls, theories and applications of single and three-phase motors, wiring motor control circuits, and magnetic starters and braking. Topics include, but are not limited to, motor theory and operating principles, control devices, symbols and schematic diagrams, NEMA standards, Article 430 NEC and preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.	4
ELTR 1020Alternating Current Fundamentals Introduces the theory and application of varying sine wave voltages and current. Topics include: magnetism, AC wave generation, AC test equipment, inductance, capacitance, and basic transformers.	3
CATT 1135Generators and EPG Calculations This course introduces the student to the various generator and power generation components with Caterpillar. The student will become familiar with the purpose of generator components, compare different excitation systems, learn to modify generator output, demonstrate component testing, and evaluate systems based on diagnostic testing.	3
CATT 2505CAT EPG Internship III This supervised experience is required of students enrolled in the Heavy Equipment Dealers Service Technician EPG curriculum. Placement is obtained through the cooperation of the sponsoring Caterpillar dealer. Major emphasis is placed on the specific internship objectives that are contained in the “Internship Logbook”.	4
ELTR 1080Commercial Wiring I This course introduces commercial wiring practices and procedures. Topics include: industrial safety procedures, the National Electrical Code, commercial load calculations, three-phase power systems, and fundamentals of AC motor control.	5
CATT 1145Control Panels and Data Links This course introduces the student to control panels. The student will learn how to identify control panel literature sources for current and legacy generator control panels, state the major differentiating features of current EMCP products, define the features of the ETR and ETS systems, explain I/O wiring and active states, perform engine protective verification with the EMCP II+, perform programming and file transfers with multiple EMCPs and perform I/O programming.	3
CATT 1155Voltage Regulation Students will be expected to describe the basic operating principles of the voltage regulator. Navigate and interpret publications and schematics for voltage regulation. Utilize and navigate proprietary software to program, download, and upload settings. Demonstrate the ability to install, tune, and troubleshoot from applied principles and procedures from this course and resources available from manufacturers (service, operating manuals, and software).	3
CATT 2045Automatic Transfer Switches Students will be able to identify the different styles of transfer switches and identify the other series of controllers. Students will learn to examine the standard parameters for the various series of controllers and evaluate the available optional accessories. Students will be able to compare the differences between the MX Series and the ATC Series Controllers.	2
CATT 2020Engine Diagnostics & Repair This course is an in-depth study of engine diagnostics and repair techniques.Much of the class time is spent with on-iron activities--diagnosing and correcting engine problems.Participants learn basic diagnosis and troubleshooting procedures, use of Caterpillar diagnostic tools, and use of Caterpillar reference material.The four major engine system studied are oil, air, cooling, and fuel.
CATT 2515CAT EPG Internship IV This supervised experience is required of students enrolled in the Heavy Equipment Dealers Service Technician EPG curriculum. Placement is obtained through the cooperation of the sponsoring Caterpillar dealer. Major emphasis is placed on the specific internship objectives that are contained in the “Internship Logbook”.	4

Industrial Trades & Manufacturing
- Industrial Maintenance
  - Heavy Equipment Electrical Power Generation Dealer Service Technology
  - Industrial Maintenance Assistant

Heavy Equipment Electrical Power Generation Dealer Service Technology (EPG3) Degree

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