Locomotive Mechanical Systems LM31, Technical Certificate of Credit

Program Description

The Locomotive Mechanical Systems certificate is designed to prepare students to work as mechanical technicians in the rail industry with specific knowledge and skills for diesel/electric locomotives. Upon completion of this technical certificate of credit students will be trained for entry-level positions in the rail industry as locomotive mechanical technicians.

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Admission Requirements

Minimum Required Age 18
High School Diploma or GED Required Yes
Placement Scores for Regular Admission (Accuplacer) English Reading Math Algebra
60 55 34 N/A

Employment Condition

Federal regulations require Railroad employees to be at least 19 years of age.

Location(s)

Waycross

Required Courses

IDFC 1007Industrial Safety Procedures

2

ELCR 2140Mechanical Devices

2

ELCR 2150Fluid Power

2

WELD 1030Blueprint Reading for Welding

4

RRTC 1010Introduction to the Railroad Industry

4

RRTC 1040Locomotive Mechanical Systems

3

Total Credit Hours: 16