Lincoln Tech - Grand Prairie

Our collective concerns about the future health of the environment are at the heart of today’s dynamic Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Technology industry, driving progressive changes through planning and implementation. The shift away from some of the more conventional HVAC systems still used in older residences and commercial buildings has been dramatic and continues to evolve. Newer systems focus on renewable energy sources, energy efficiency, and creating comfortable indoor environments. One of the primary objectives of the HVAC curriculum is to introduce students to Green Technology concepts as they apply to HVAC systems. Students are prepared to confidently enter this vibrant field possessing fundamental skills required to service, troubleshoot, and repair commercial and residential indoor HVAC air management systems. Students also learn proper refrigerant recovery and recycling techniques, and are encouraged to complete Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification testing. Upon completion of this program, graduates can expect to meet the essential entry level skills and knowledge required of an HVAC technician. With additional experience graduates may pursue opportunities allowing them to work independently, without direct supervision, supervise crews or teams of other technicians, or start their own business. Graduates may also choose to specialize in one or more specific areas of the HVAC market including refrigeration, air conditioning, and heating. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignment in each course.

The Welding Technology program prepares students for entry level welder positions as structural and pipe welders. Students develop key fundamental skills during the initial courses and learn to apply these skills using different and more complex welding procedures. The welding procedures include Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG), Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Gas Welding (GTAW/TIG). Using each of these procedures, students learn to weld plate and pipe in various positions including horizontal, vertical, and overhead. Students also learn various techniques for cutting and preparing metal for welding procedures. Upon successful completion of all components of this program, the graduate should possess the working knowledge and skills to qualify as a structural and/or pipe welder using any one of three standard welding processes in construction, fabrication, or plant maintenance work settings. Students should be able to successfully complete pre-qualification tests for any construction structural or pipe related projects. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

This degree is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive understand and hands-on application of industry standard automotive repair and service techniques. The program also provides information on the latest automotive repair tools, diagnostic and service equipment, and techniques as well as important safety, personal protection, and hazardous material handling strategies for students to use in protecting themselves and the environment. Graduates of this degree program will be presented with the entry-level knowledge and skills required to correctly test, diagnose, replace, repair and adjust as necessary the components of the mechanical, electronic, hydraulic, and accessories systems on current automobiles. Upon graduation, the student will be qualified for entry-level positions in the automotive service career field as a technician capable of analysis, problem solving, performing most common service operations and under supervision, more specialized or involved tasks with a dealer, independent shop or other service outlet. The general education component will provide the student with the communication, business, and critical thinking skills necessary to pursue other employment opportunities within the industry. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

Provide the graduate with the entry-level knowledge and skills required to correctly test, diagnose, replace, repair and adjust as necessary the components of the mechanical, electronic, hydraulic, and accessories systems on current automobiles. Upon completion of this program, the graduates will be qualified for entry into the automotive service career field as a technician capable of analysis, problem solving, performing most common ser¬vice operations and under supervision, more specialized or involved tasks with a dealer, inde¬pendent shop or other service outlet. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

This program is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive understanding and hands-on application of industry standard collision repair and refinishing techniques. The program also provides information on the latest collision repair tools, equipment, and techniques as well as important safety tips and strategies for students to use in protecting themselves and the environment. It offers an insight into what it takes to become a successful, well-rounded collision repair technician. Graduates of the “Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology” program will be presented with the basic skills and knowledge that an entry-level technician needs to obtain employment in the collision industry. Upon graduation, the student will be qualified to work in a shop that repairs conventional and unitized bodies using various manufacturers frame, alignment, and paint equipment. This program is structured to prepare the student for I-CAR Pro Level 1 Certifications in both the Non-Structural and Refinish areas along with preparation for I-CAR steel and aluminum welding certifications. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

This program is designed to prepare students for entry into the diesel and truck career field. Students enrolled in this program will learn theory, functions, diagnostics, and repair of diesel engines and truck systems. Using industry standard tools and equipment, students will diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical systems on diesel engines, trucks, and trailers. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate should possess knowledge and versatility in the diesel and truck repair field to qualify for entry-level positions as a mechanic, technician, mechanic’s helper, or a fleet service technician in truck dealerships, fleet maintenance departments, private repair enterprises, or franchised truck repair organizations. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

This program is designed to prepare students for entry into the automotive and/or diesel career field. Students enrolled in this program will learn theory, functions, diagnostics, and repair of automotive as well as diesel and truck systems. Using industry standard tools and equipment, students will diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical systems on automobiles and trucks. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate should possess knowledge and versatility in the automotive and diesel and truck repair field to qualify for entry-level positions as an automotive or diesel truck technician in automotive dealerships, fleet maintenance departments, private repair enterprises, or franchised automotive/truck repair organizations. While the program emphasizes diesel and truck, additional automotive courses will provide the student with valuable versatility in both automotive and truck repair. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

A strong domestic manufacturing base is vital to the United States economy, as manufactured goods are necessary for trade. The term manufacturing is very broad and includes the use of machine tools required to manufacture finished products. These products can range from an array of plastics to wood and metals. Manufacturers use sophisticated turning and milling machines, grinders, and computerized numerical control (CNC) machines to bring products from concept design to reality. The CNC Machining and Manufacturing Technology program prepares students for entry-level positions as CNC Operators or Set-up Technicians within a Modern Manufacturing facility. Students will learn about the fundamental skills needed for the operation and setup of complex manufacturing machines that utilize turning, milling and multi-axis machining technology. Students will be prepared to qualify for credentials from the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) in the areas of Materials, Measurement and Safety, Job Planning, Bench work and Layout, CNC Milling (setup and programming), CNC Turning (setup and programming), CNC Operator - Turning, and CNC Operator - Milling. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.