Purpose Statement:
All students in this program are expected to meet certain essential functions/technical standards which are essential for successful completion of all phases of the program and which reflect industry requirements and standards. To verify the students’ ability to perform these essential functions, students may be required to demonstrate the following technical standards:
| Standard | Definition of Standard | Example(s) of Technical Standard |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Critical Thinking Skills | Ability to measure, calculate, reason, analyze, synthesize, and integrate information and solve problems | Ability to make meaningful cognitive connections and analysis of topics between varieties of subjects over several years
Synthesize meaning and make cognitive connections, predictions, and interpolations about various parts of labs Evaluate, troubleshoot, and repair equipment by using the scientific method Apply mathematical and verbal/written/reading skills to interpret and solve problems |
| 2. Mobility/Motor Skills | Able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
Able to perform repetitive physical tasks Ability to perform dexterous manipulative work for several hours doing this work Feel by tough with finger dexterity Complete duties requiring stooping, bending, and climbing |
Participate completely in lab activities.
Examples might include wiring large and small components into small places. Reaching all parts of the motors and controls and hydraulics/pneumatics boards. Demonstrate the ability to perform equipment-related work activities Manipulation of hand tools and using industry standard measurement tools such as multimeters, calipers, and micrometers |
| 3. Tactile Skills | Must be able to manipulate and place small components and use appropriate tools
Press buttons Able to operate a computer, mouse, and utilize related software Able to lookup technical information |
Participate completely in lab activities. Examples might include wiring large and small components into small places.
Effectively use a keyboard/mouse or teach pendant Type or use appropriate typing replacement software Drawing using 3D Cad Software Must be able to manipulate small components and tools Soldering |
| 4. Auditory Skills | Must be able to hear and comprehend instructions, manufacturer videos, and with group/class members
Ability to tolerate a wide range of noise which can potentially be loud Effectively hear sounds that indicate potential issues and problems in the machining environment |
Motor and circuit troubleshooting
Hear instructions in noisy shop and classroom environment Respond to alarms, bells, whistles, and other equipment sounds |
| 5. Visual Skills | Distinguish between different colors
See/read small numbers and labels on components, follow wire diagrams, visually inspect components and systems to test and troubleshoot, as well as follow manufacturer tutorials See meters and gauges Sufficient enough to read books, diagrams, and manuals some of which do not come with online texts |
Finding the nominal value of resistors
Reading what is written on a small circuit board or piece of equipment Seeing where to place wires on screw terminals on a relay or motor contractor Seeing white to place leads of a multimeter to measure voltage or resistance on both small surface or breadboard components as well as on industrial motors and motor controls Reading which terminal a wire goes on based on what is written on the wire Read MSDS documents Follow PDFs, specialized software, and handwritten diagrams and schematics |
| 6. Communication Skills | Must be able to read and write sufficient to follow manuals and directions in today’s technical work environments
Must be able to communicate verbally (hear/lip-read and speak) sufficient to follow directions, explain a scenario or setup, and communicate questions Appropriate interpersonal interaction with other students, faculty, staff, facility owners, customers, and other technicians |
Speak clearly
Reading comprehension for manuals and textbooks Reading and writing meaningful notes and homework Comprehension, synthesis, and analysis of technical information Group projects Class participation Asking questions or giving explanations that make sense Taking criticism in a professional and productive manner Being professional and giving meaningful professional critique Ability to interpret and give instructions over a wide variety of topics |
| 7. Interpersonal Skills | Ability to work with others in a variety of settings and situations, some of which may be stressful, hot, or cold
Maintain hygiene and dress requirements appropriate for an industrial and technical environment |
Taking criticism in a professional and productive way
Behave professional and give professional critique Group and class labs and work Reading/giving basic social cues and abiding by accepting professional norms Respecting instructors, students, facilities, and equipment |
| 8. Behavioral Skills | Behave in a professional, safe, and appropriate manner in both dress and action as required by the program
Maintaining a work space that is appropriated and actively moving toward quality project completion Does not take risks to endanger equipment or personnel Thinks before they act Respectful to teachers and other learners Follow all rules and regulations |
Behaving safely and not roughhousing or playing during labs
Being respectful of others and equipment Wearing appropriate PPE and approved clothing Being attentive to task at hand for some dangerous situations Effectively utilizing the time in class to work on assigned tasks Not being easily distracted or distracting others Respecting instructors, students, and equipment |
In the case of a qualified individual with a documented disability, appropriate and reasonable accommodations will be made unless to do so would fundamentally alter the essential training elements, cause undue hardship, or produce a direct threat to the safety of the patient or student.
Disability Services Statement
The College has a legal obligation to provide appropriate accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you have a disability and are seeking accommodations, you should contact the Disability Services Office (Sink Building; 694-1813) and notify your course instructor of your disability as appropriate. Students should initiate this process as soon as possible (prior to the start of classes and/or field experience).