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Introduction to Motor Controls

Central Georgia Technical College

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The Introduction to Motor Controls technical certificate provides hands-on experience for students. This embedded certificate allows for a seamless pathway for students interested in the Industrial Systems Technology profession.

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In-Person

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  • Georgia

    Georgia

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

RepairingEquipment MaintenanceTroubleshootingQuality Control AnalysisCritical ThinkingEquipment SelectionComplex Problem SolvingOperations Monitoring

Knowledge

MechanicalProduction and ProcessingEnglish LanguageAdministration and ManagementCustomer and Personal Service

Abilities

Finger DexterityProblem SensitivityNear VisionManual DexterityArm-Hand SteadinessInformation OrderingDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningVisualizationVisual Color Discrimination

Tasks

  • Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work or
  • Reassemble repaired electric motors to specified requirements and ratings, using hand tools and elec
  • Measure velocity, horsepower, revolutions per minute (rpm), amperage, circuitry, and voltage of unit

Technology

Computer aided design CAD softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareFacilities management softwareData base user interface and query softwareSpreadsheet software

Tools

Abrasive blasting machinesAdjustable hand wrenchesAir grindersAlignment lasersAnalog ohmmetersArbor pressesArmature air gap gaugesArmature windersAutomatic wire strippersBake ovensBar-to-bar testersBearing puller setsBearing setting toolsBench ammetersBench grinders

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Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOCOccupationMethodWageGrowthOpenings
Match confidence: medium49-2092.00Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairerstitle_inference$53,990 median$79,230 top+3.51%60
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

  • Diagnostic testing equipment including ammeters, wattmeters, and voltmeters — independently measure velocity, rpm, amperage, and voltage to identify malfunctions in electric motors and generators with minimal oversight.
  • Schematic drawings and manufacturer specifications — interpret technical documents without assistance to plan and execute repairs on common motor and power tool failures in a commercial repair shop.
  • Hand tools and power tools — repair and rebuild defective mechanical parts in motors and generators, applying learned techniques to routine cases in a production repair environment.
  • Motor reassembly procedures and electrical meters — reassemble repaired electric motors to specified ratings and requirements, verifying output with test instruments before returning units to service.
  • Crane and chain hoist operation — lift and position heavy motor assemblies or subassemblies safely, coordinating with coworkers or signaling operators during medium-complexity equipment handling tasks.
  • Shop record-keeping and database software — accurately log repair histories, parts consumed, and labor time into facilities management or database systems with limited supervisor review.
  • Troubleshooting frameworks for recurring faults — diagnose common failure patterns in power tools and related equipment by applying systematic elimination methods across familiar equipment types.
  • Adjustment tools and precision gauges — calibrate working parts such as fan belts and contact springs to manufacturer tolerances across a variety of motor models in daily repair workflow.
  • Quality control checklists and post-repair testing — verify repaired units meet output and safety specifications before release, applying standard quality analysis procedures independently.
  • Customer and coworker communication — explain repair findings, estimated timelines, and parts requirements clearly when interacting with service counter staff or end users in a retail or commercial repair setting.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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