Athens Technical College
An Achieving The Dream College
800 U.S. Highway 29 North * Athens, GA 30601 * 706-355-5000 * www.athenstech.edu
Course Descriptions
IDFC 1007
Industrial Safety Procedures (1-2-2)
Banner title: Industrial Safety Procedures
This course provides an in-depth study of the health and safety practices required for maintenance of industrial, commercial, and home electrically operated equipment. Topics include an introduction to OSHA regulations; safety tools, equipment, and procedures; and first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission
Offered Fall
Industrial Safety Procedures (1-2-2)
Banner title: Industrial Safety Procedures
This course provides an in-depth study of the health and safety practices required for maintenance of industrial, commercial, and home electrically operated equipment. Topics include an introduction to OSHA regulations; safety tools, equipment, and procedures; and first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission
Offered Fall
IDFC 1011
Direct Current I (2-2-3)
Banner title: Direct Current I
This course introduces direct current (DC) concepts and applications. Topics include electrical principles and laws; batteries; DC test equipment; series, parallel, and simple combination circuits; and laboratory procedures and safety practices. Students must pay a $20 supply fee when registering for this course.
Prerequisite: MATH 1012
Corequisite: MATH 1012
Offered Fall
Direct Current I (2-2-3)
Banner title: Direct Current I
This course introduces direct current (DC) concepts and applications. Topics include electrical principles and laws; batteries; DC test equipment; series, parallel, and simple combination circuits; and laboratory procedures and safety practices. Students must pay a $20 supply fee when registering for this course.
Prerequisite: MATH 1012
Corequisite: MATH 1012
Offered Fall
IDSY 1100
Basic Circuit Analysis (2-6-5)
Banner title: Basic Circuit Analysis
This course introduces direct current concepts and applications, alternating current theory and application of varying sine wave voltages and current, and the physical characteristics and applications of solid state devices. Topics include electrical laws and principles; magnetism; series, parallel, and simple combination circuits; inductance and capacitance; diodes and amplifiers; and semiconductor fundamentals.
Prerequisite: MATH 1013
Corequisite: MATH 1013
Offered every semester
Basic Circuit Analysis (2-6-5)
Banner title: Basic Circuit Analysis
This course introduces direct current concepts and applications, alternating current theory and application of varying sine wave voltages and current, and the physical characteristics and applications of solid state devices. Topics include electrical laws and principles; magnetism; series, parallel, and simple combination circuits; inductance and capacitance; diodes and amplifiers; and semiconductor fundamentals.
Prerequisite: MATH 1013
Corequisite: MATH 1013
Offered every semester
IDSY 1110
Industrial Motor Controls I (3-6-5)
Banner title: Industrial 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 motor theory and operating principles, control devices, symbols and schematic diagrams, NEMA standards, Article 430 NEC, and preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered every semester
Industrial Motor Controls I (3-6-5)
Banner title: Industrial 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 motor theory and operating principles, control devices, symbols and schematic diagrams, NEMA standards, Article 430 NEC, and preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered every semester
IDSY 1120
Basic Industrial PLCs (3-8-6)
Banner title: Basic Industrial PLCs
This course introduces the operational theory, systems terminology, PLC installation, and programming procedures for programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Instructors place emphasis on PLC programming, connections, installation, and start-up procedures. Other topics include timers and counters, relay logic instructions, and hardware and software applications.
Prerequisite: IDSY 1110
Corequisite: IDSY 1110
Offered Fall and Spring
Basic Industrial PLCs (3-8-6)
Banner title: Basic Industrial PLCs
This course introduces the operational theory, systems terminology, PLC installation, and programming procedures for programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Instructors place emphasis on PLC programming, connections, installation, and start-up procedures. Other topics include timers and counters, relay logic instructions, and hardware and software applications.
Prerequisite: IDSY 1110
Corequisite: IDSY 1110
Offered Fall and Spring
IDSY 1130
Industrial Wiring (2-6-4)
Banner title: Industrial Wiring
This course covers the fundamental concepts of industrial wiring with an emphasis on installation procedures. Topics include grounding; raceways; three-phase systems; transformers (three-phase and single-phase); wire sizing; overcurrent protection; NEC requirements; industrial lighting systems; and switches, receptacles, and cord connectors. Students must pay a $5 supply fee when registering for this course.
Prerequisite: IDSY 1100
Corequisite: IDSY 1100
Offered Fall and Spring
Industrial Wiring (2-6-4)
Banner title: Industrial Wiring
This course covers the fundamental concepts of industrial wiring with an emphasis on installation procedures. Topics include grounding; raceways; three-phase systems; transformers (three-phase and single-phase); wire sizing; overcurrent protection; NEC requirements; industrial lighting systems; and switches, receptacles, and cord connectors. Students must pay a $5 supply fee when registering for this course.
Prerequisite: IDSY 1100
Corequisite: IDSY 1100
Offered Fall and Spring
IDSY 1170
Industrial Mechanics (3-8-6)
Banner title: Industrial Mechanics
This course introduces and emphasizes the basic skills necessary for mechanical maintenance personnel. Instruction is also provided in the basic physics concepts applicable to the mechanics of industrial production equipment. It also covers the application of mechanical principles with additional emphasis on power transmission and specific mechanical components.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Fall and Summer
Industrial Mechanics (3-8-6)
Banner title: Industrial Mechanics
This course introduces and emphasizes the basic skills necessary for mechanical maintenance personnel. Instruction is also provided in the basic physics concepts applicable to the mechanics of industrial production equipment. It also covers the application of mechanical principles with additional emphasis on power transmission and specific mechanical components.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Fall and Summer
IDSY 1190
Fluid Power and Piping Systems (3-8-6)
Banner title: Fluid Power and Piping Systems
This course provides instruction in the fundamentals of safely operating hydraulic, pneumatic, and pump and piping systems. Instructors also discuss theory and practical application concepts. Topics include hydraulic system principles and components; pneumatic system principles and components; and the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of pump and piping systems.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Spring
Fluid Power and Piping Systems (3-8-6)
Banner title: Fluid Power and Piping Systems
This course provides instruction in the fundamentals of safely operating hydraulic, pneumatic, and pump and piping systems. Instructors also discuss theory and practical application concepts. Topics include hydraulic system principles and components; pneumatic system principles and components; and the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of pump and piping systems.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Spring
IDSY 1210
Industrial Motor Controls II (3-6-5)
Banner title: Industrial Motor Controls II
This course introduces the theory and practical application for two-wire control circuits, advanced motor controls, and variable speed motor controls. Instructors place emphasis on circuit sequencing; switching; and installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting techniques. Students must pay a $5 supply fee when registering for this course.
Prerequisite: IDSY 1110
Corequisite: IDSY 1110
Offered Fall and Spring
Industrial Motor Controls II (3-6-5)
Banner title: Industrial Motor Controls II
This course introduces the theory and practical application for two-wire control circuits, advanced motor controls, and variable speed motor controls. Instructors place emphasis on circuit sequencing; switching; and installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting techniques. Students must pay a $5 supply fee when registering for this course.
Prerequisite: IDSY 1110
Corequisite: IDSY 1110
Offered Fall and Spring
IDSY 1220
Intermediate Industrial PLCs (3-8-6)
Banner title: Intermediate Industrial PLCs
This course provides for the hands-on development of operational skills in the maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial control systems and automated equipment. Topics include data manipulation, math instructions, an introduction to HMI, analog control, and troubleshooting discrete IO devices.
Prerequisite: IDSY 1120
Corequisite: IDSY 1120
Offered Fall and Spring
Intermediate Industrial PLCs (3-8-6)
Banner title: Intermediate Industrial PLCs
This course provides for the hands-on development of operational skills in the maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial control systems and automated equipment. Topics include data manipulation, math instructions, an introduction to HMI, analog control, and troubleshooting discrete IO devices.
Prerequisite: IDSY 1120
Corequisite: IDSY 1120
Offered Fall and Spring
IDSY 1230
Industrial Instrumentation (4-6-6)
Banner title: Industrial Instrumentation
This course provides instruction in the principles and practices of instrumentation for industrial process control systems with an emphasis on industrial maintenance techniques for production equipment. Topics include instrument tags; process documentation; basic control theory; sensing pressure, flow, level, and temperature; instrument calibration; and loop tuning.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Fall and Spring
Industrial Instrumentation (4-6-6)
Banner title: Industrial Instrumentation
This course provides instruction in the principles and practices of instrumentation for industrial process control systems with an emphasis on industrial maintenance techniques for production equipment. Topics include instrument tags; process documentation; basic control theory; sensing pressure, flow, level, and temperature; instrument calibration; and loop tuning.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Fall and Spring
INDS 1100
Interior Design Fundamentals (3-2-4)
Banner title: Interior Design Fundamentals
This course emphasizes the fundamentals of interior design. Topics include the design process, interior space planning concepts, the principles and elements of design, furniture arrangements and traffic patterns, special needs, an introduction to green design, and career exploration.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Fall
Interior Design Fundamentals (3-2-4)
Banner title: Interior Design Fundamentals
This course emphasizes the fundamentals of interior design. Topics include the design process, interior space planning concepts, the principles and elements of design, furniture arrangements and traffic patterns, special needs, an introduction to green design, and career exploration.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Fall
INDS 1115
Technical Drawing for Interior Designers (1-9-4)
Banner title: Interior Designer Tech Drawing
This course provides students with opportunities to become familiar in reading and interpreting construction drawings and graphic standards. It also introduces the application of drawing techniques used in interior design. Topics include production methods, the role of working drawings, dimensioning practices, drawing representation methods, print reading, schedules and specifications, the alphabet of lines, architectural style, geometric shapes, floor plan layouts, interior elevations, and interior pictorials.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Fall
Technical Drawing for Interior Designers (1-9-4)
Banner title: Interior Designer Tech Drawing
This course provides students with opportunities to become familiar in reading and interpreting construction drawings and graphic standards. It also introduces the application of drawing techniques used in interior design. Topics include production methods, the role of working drawings, dimensioning practices, drawing representation methods, print reading, schedules and specifications, the alphabet of lines, architectural style, geometric shapes, floor plan layouts, interior elevations, and interior pictorials.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Fall
INDS 1120
Codes and Building Systems for Interiors (3-0-3)
Banner title: Codes/Building Systems
This course provides students with opportunities to become familiar with interior construction and service systems for interiors. Topics include interior and exterior construction systems, building materials, construction documents, codes, sustainable building techniques, and coordination with generalists and installers.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Summer
Codes and Building Systems for Interiors (3-0-3)
Banner title: Codes/Building Systems
This course provides students with opportunities to become familiar with interior construction and service systems for interiors. Topics include interior and exterior construction systems, building materials, construction documents, codes, sustainable building techniques, and coordination with generalists and installers.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Summer
INDS 1125
Lighting Technologies for Interiors (1-2-2)
Banner title: Lighting Technologies
This course provides a basic knowledge of vision as affected by light, color, texture, and form. It introduces the basic principles of lighting design, including criteria, calculations, planning, and layout. Topics include lighting technology, lighting analysis, residential and contract lighting, lighting design, and lighting applications.
Prerequisite: INDS 1115
Offered Fall
Lighting Technologies for Interiors (1-2-2)
Banner title: Lighting Technologies
This course provides a basic knowledge of vision as affected by light, color, texture, and form. It introduces the basic principles of lighting design, including criteria, calculations, planning, and layout. Topics include lighting technology, lighting analysis, residential and contract lighting, lighting design, and lighting applications.
Prerequisite: INDS 1115
Offered Fall
INDS 1130
Materials and Resources (4-0-4)
Banner title: Materials and Resources
This course emphasizes the background knowledge necessary for the selection of interior finishes for walls, floors (textile and non-textile), ceilings, and other non-textile components needed in interior environments. Topics include selection criteria and resourcing for interiors, as well as documentation, specification, and code compliance for finish applications.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Summer
Materials and Resources (4-0-4)
Banner title: Materials and Resources
This course emphasizes the background knowledge necessary for the selection of interior finishes for walls, floors (textile and non-textile), ceilings, and other non-textile components needed in interior environments. Topics include selection criteria and resourcing for interiors, as well as documentation, specification, and code compliance for finish applications.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Summer
INDS 1135
Textiles for Interiors (3-0-3)
Banner title: Textiles for Interiors
This course emphasizes the background knowledge necessary for the selection of natural and man-made textile finishes and materials needed in interior environments. Topics include selection and resourcing for interiors, as well as documentation and specification for selected textiles in design applications.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Fall
Textiles for Interiors (3-0-3)
Banner title: Textiles for Interiors
This course emphasizes the background knowledge necessary for the selection of natural and man-made textile finishes and materials needed in interior environments. Topics include selection and resourcing for interiors, as well as documentation and specification for selected textiles in design applications.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Fall
INDS 1145
CAD Fundamentals for Interior Design (0-7-3)
Banner title: CAD Fund for Interior Design
This course introduces basic computer language and applications of computers to the field of interior design. Topics include an introduction to CAD commands and applications, techniques of setting up a drawing, use of layering, and execution of commands.
Prerequisite: INDS 1115
Offered Spring
CAD Fundamentals for Interior Design (0-7-3)
Banner title: CAD Fund for Interior Design
This course introduces basic computer language and applications of computers to the field of interior design. Topics include an introduction to CAD commands and applications, techniques of setting up a drawing, use of layering, and execution of commands.
Prerequisite: INDS 1115
Offered Spring
INDS 1150
History of Interiors and Architecture I (4-0-4)
Banner title: Interiors History/Architect I
This course places emphasis on the historical foundations of furniture and architecture from the Ancient through the Renaissance. Topics include historical architectural and furniture concepts, classical orders, furniture and architectural terminology, furniture and architectural construction and materials, and historic design development.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Fall
History of Interiors and Architecture I (4-0-4)
Banner title: Interiors History/Architect I
This course places emphasis on the historical foundations of furniture and architecture from the Ancient through the Renaissance. Topics include historical architectural and furniture concepts, classical orders, furniture and architectural terminology, furniture and architectural construction and materials, and historic design development.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Fall
INDS 1155
History of Interiors and Architecture II (4-0-4)
Banner title: Interiors History/Architect II
This course places emphasis on the historical foundations of furniture and architecture from the Baroque to the present. Topics include historical architectural and furniture concepts, furniture and architectural terminology, furniture and architectural construction and materials, and historic design development.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Spring
History of Interiors and Architecture II (4-0-4)
Banner title: Interiors History/Architect II
This course places emphasis on the historical foundations of furniture and architecture from the Baroque to the present. Topics include historical architectural and furniture concepts, furniture and architectural terminology, furniture and architectural construction and materials, and historic design development.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Spring
INDS 1160
Interiors Seminar (1-4-3)
Banner title: Interiors Seminar
This course emphasizes professional development through career resources and artistic exploration. Topics include informational interviewing, networking, cultural development, and artistic exploration.
Prerequisite: INDS 2230
Offered Spring
Interiors Seminar (1-4-3)
Banner title: Interiors Seminar
This course emphasizes professional development through career resources and artistic exploration. Topics include informational interviewing, networking, cultural development, and artistic exploration.
Prerequisite: INDS 2230
Offered Spring
INDS 1170
Interiors Internship (0-9-3)
Banner title: Interiors Internship
This course provides students with an in-depth application and reinforcement of interiors and employability principles in an actual job setting. This internship allows students to become involved in intensive on-the-job interiors applications that require full-time concentration, practice, and follow through. Students are evaluated through the use of written performance evaluations. Topics include the application of interiors principles, problem solving, adaptability to the job setting, the use of proper interpersonal skills, the development of constructive work habits and appropriate work ethics with consideration of factors such as confidentiality, and concentrated development of productivity and quality job performance through practice.
Prerequisite: INDS 2230
Offered Spring
Interiors Internship (0-9-3)
Banner title: Interiors Internship
This course provides students with an in-depth application and reinforcement of interiors and employability principles in an actual job setting. This internship allows students to become involved in intensive on-the-job interiors applications that require full-time concentration, practice, and follow through. Students are evaluated through the use of written performance evaluations. Topics include the application of interiors principles, problem solving, adaptability to the job setting, the use of proper interpersonal skills, the development of constructive work habits and appropriate work ethics with consideration of factors such as confidentiality, and concentrated development of productivity and quality job performance through practice.
Prerequisite: INDS 2230
Offered Spring
INDS 1175
Kitchen and Bath Internship (0-12-4)
Banner title: Kitchen and Bath Internship
This course provides students with an in-depth application and reinforcement of kitchen and bath employability principles through working in an industry position approved by the instructor. This internship allows students to become involved in intensive kitchen and/or bath industry experience that requires full-time concentration, practice, and follow through. The kitchen and bath internship is implemented through the use of an online orientation, written performance evaluations, and mentor/sponsor site activities.
Prerequisite: INDS 2515
Offered Spring
Kitchen and Bath Internship (0-12-4)
Banner title: Kitchen and Bath Internship
This course provides students with an in-depth application and reinforcement of kitchen and bath employability principles through working in an industry position approved by the instructor. This internship allows students to become involved in intensive kitchen and/or bath industry experience that requires full-time concentration, practice, and follow through. The kitchen and bath internship is implemented through the use of an online orientation, written performance evaluations, and mentor/sponsor site activities.
Prerequisite: INDS 2515
Offered Spring
INDS 2210
Design Studio I (0-6-3)
Banner title: Design Studio I
This course introduces current generation technology for use in design presentations. Topics include technological communications used within the design profession.
Prerequisite: INDS 1100, INDS 1115
Offered Spring
Design Studio I (0-6-3)
Banner title: Design Studio I
This course introduces current generation technology for use in design presentations. Topics include technological communications used within the design profession.
Prerequisite: INDS 1100, INDS 1115
Offered Spring
INDS 2215
Design Studio II (1-5-3)
Banner title: Design Studio II
This course provides students with long- and short-term projects, which address real-life design situations and requires competence in solving design problems. This course emphasizes problems associated with residential design. Topics include the application of the principles and elements of design, space planning, materials selections, graphic presentation, project documentation and delivery, and client presentation techniques.
Prerequisite: INDS 2210
Offered Summer
Design Studio II (1-5-3)
Banner title: Design Studio II
This course provides students with long- and short-term projects, which address real-life design situations and requires competence in solving design problems. This course emphasizes problems associated with residential design. Topics include the application of the principles and elements of design, space planning, materials selections, graphic presentation, project documentation and delivery, and client presentation techniques.
Prerequisite: INDS 2210
Offered Summer
INDS 2230
Design Studio III (1-6-3)
Banner title: Design Studio III
This course provides students with long- and short-term projects which address real-life design situations. Students begin to develop their competencies in solving residential and commercial design problems. This course continues the studio experiences of INDS 2215. Topics include the application of the principles and elements of design, space planning, materials selection, graphic presentation, project documentation and implementation, and client presentation techniques.
Prerequisite: INDS 2215
Offered Fall
Design Studio III (1-6-3)
Banner title: Design Studio III
This course provides students with long- and short-term projects which address real-life design situations. Students begin to develop their competencies in solving residential and commercial design problems. This course continues the studio experiences of INDS 2215. Topics include the application of the principles and elements of design, space planning, materials selection, graphic presentation, project documentation and implementation, and client presentation techniques.
Prerequisite: INDS 2215
Offered Fall
INDS 2240
Business Practices for Design Professionals (3-5-5)
Banner title: Interiors Business Practices
This capstone class requires students to utilize all skills, knowledge, and techniques required for successful business practices in the design industry. Topics include professional skills development, business development strategies, establishing successful client relationships, resources and service providers, and a portfolio exhibit.
Prerequisite: INDS 2230
Offered Spring
Business Practices for Design Professionals (3-5-5)
Banner title: Interiors Business Practices
This capstone class requires students to utilize all skills, knowledge, and techniques required for successful business practices in the design industry. Topics include professional skills development, business development strategies, establishing successful client relationships, resources and service providers, and a portfolio exhibit.
Prerequisite: INDS 2230
Offered Spring
INDS 2500
Basic Residential Kitchen and Bath Design (3-2-4)
Banner title: Basic Kitchen/Bath Design
This course provides students with the opportunity to learn the special considerations necessary to design and plan kitchens and baths. Topics include the study of the basic principles of kitchen and bath design and planning, proper function and layout, universal design, accurate measuring techniques, appliances, plumbing, and cabinet principles.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Fall
Basic Residential Kitchen and Bath Design (3-2-4)
Banner title: Basic Kitchen/Bath Design
This course provides students with the opportunity to learn the special considerations necessary to design and plan kitchens and baths. Topics include the study of the basic principles of kitchen and bath design and planning, proper function and layout, universal design, accurate measuring techniques, appliances, plumbing, and cabinet principles.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Offered Fall
INDS 2505
Advanced Kitchen and Bath Design (3-2-4)
Banner title: Advanced Kitchen/Bath Design
This course provides students with advanced knowledge in the design of kitchens and baths. This course will also include the study and application of the National Kitchen and Bath Association's Guidelines of Planning Standards and Safety Criteria for residential kitchens and bathrooms, including universal design concepts. Topics include the use of building codes, safety criteria, universal and accessibility criteria, theme and historical design, and ergonomics.
Prerequisite: INDS 1115, INDS 1120, INDS 2500
Offered Spring
Advanced Kitchen and Bath Design (3-2-4)
Banner title: Advanced Kitchen/Bath Design
This course provides students with advanced knowledge in the design of kitchens and baths. This course will also include the study and application of the National Kitchen and Bath Association's Guidelines of Planning Standards and Safety Criteria for residential kitchens and bathrooms, including universal design concepts. Topics include the use of building codes, safety criteria, universal and accessibility criteria, theme and historical design, and ergonomics.
Prerequisite: INDS 1115, INDS 1120, INDS 2500
Offered Spring
INDS 2510
Kitchen and Bath Solutions through Technology (0-10-4)
Banner title: Kitchen/Bath Solutions
This course provides the advanced skills necessary to design and present kitchen and bath solutions through the use of current industry software applications. Project designs will be done completely on computers.
Prerequisite: INDS 2505
Offered Summer
Kitchen and Bath Solutions through Technology (0-10-4)
Banner title: Kitchen/Bath Solutions
This course provides the advanced skills necessary to design and present kitchen and bath solutions through the use of current industry software applications. Project designs will be done completely on computers.
Prerequisite: INDS 2505
Offered Summer
INDS 2515
Kitchen and Bath Studio (1-9-4)
Banner title: Kitchen/Bath Studio
This course develops advanced skills necessary to design kitchen and bath solutions using the NKBA standards and guidelines where applicable. Projects will include the complete documentation, specification, and job estimates needed to implement the design.
Prerequisite: INDS 2510
Offered Fall
Kitchen and Bath Studio (1-9-4)
Banner title: Kitchen/Bath Studio
This course develops advanced skills necessary to design kitchen and bath solutions using the NKBA standards and guidelines where applicable. Projects will include the complete documentation, specification, and job estimates needed to implement the design.
Prerequisite: INDS 2510
Offered Fall