I.T.C. Nuclear Hot Cell Manipulator Technology
(1 year)
Student Outcomes:
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Demonstrate understanding of nuclear facility systems and components, including the ability to interpret technical drawings during operational, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities.
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Apply knowledge of nuclear safety principles and procedures to analyze and respond appropriately to abnormal, emergency, and accident scenarios in radiological environments.
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Perform basic electrical and mechanical maintenance tasks, including troubleshooting and repair of electro-mechanical equipment used in hot cell and remote handling operations.
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Demonstrate proper maintenance and adjustment of telemanipulator mechanical cable and electrical power systems in accordance with operational specifications and safety standards.
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Operate and maneuver telemanipulator arms effectively, considering load, range of motion, and mechanical limitations to ensure safe and precise handling of materials in nuclear hot cell environments.
Students must register concurrently for the lab course associated with each theory course.
Program Admissions Requirements
Official test scores must be dated within one year of program admission.
| Placement Test | Math |
|---|---|
| ALEKS | 30 |
Major Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: | ||
| Choose 2 credits: | 2 | |
| Engineering Technology Orientation and Introduction to an Industrial Environment Laboratory | ||
| OR | ||
| Industrial Safety and Regulations | ||
| Choose 7 credits: | 7 | |
| Basic Electricity and Electronics and Basic Electricity and Electronics Laboratory | ||
| OR | ||
| Introduction to Automation and Introduction to Automation Laboratory | ||
| ESET 1140 | Applied Technical Intermediate Algebra | 5 |
| ESET 1151 | Nuclear Industry Fundamental Concepts | 3 |
| ESET 1151L | Nuclear Industry Fundamental Concepts Lab | 1 |
| ESET 1153 | Radiological Control Fundamentals | 3 |
| Choose 3 credits: | 3 | |
| Industrial Maintenance Mechanic I and Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Lab I | ||
| OR | ||
| Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician I and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician I Lab | ||
| ESET 2263 | Nuclear Hot Cell Manipulator Operations and Maintenance | 2 |
| Choose one of the following Objective 3 courses: | 3-5 | |
| Precalculus I: Algebra | ||
| Precalculus | ||
| Statistical Reasoning | ||
| Survey of Calculus | ||
| Calculus I | ||
| Objective 2 Course COMM 1101 recommended | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 32-34 | |