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Mechanical Infrastructure and Oil & Natural Gas Technician
- Specialized Welder
- Manufacturer - Installer
Τεχνικός Μηχανολογικών Εγκαταστάσεων και Φυσικού Αερίου
- Ειδικός Συγκολλητής
- Κατασκευαστής - εγκαταστάτης
Language of Instruction: Greek
Status: New Program of Study
Aims:
According to a recent study by the Human Development Authority of Cyprus (ΑΝΑΔ) in relation to the developments related to natural gas in Cyprus, it is estimated that the following jobs will be needed in the Cyprus market:
- 400 positions for metal welding and cutting
- 300 positions for pipe installations
- 300 positions for manufacturing, installation and maintenance of metal structures
- 350 positions for installation of loading machinery and metal cabling
These positions required skill workers that are equipped with both highly technical skills but also sound theoretical foundation. Such personnel is currently lacking in Cyprus.
Therefore, the general aim of the program is to prepare students so that they can meet these demands in the job market. The program will assist students to progressively familiarize themselves with techniques of manufacturing, installation (both welding and assembly) of equipment and pipes in natural gas installations, found in production and processing units of natural gas and pipeline transportation networks of natural gas. Through the program, the students will therefore be able to construct the necessary theoretical and practical foundation, bridging thus the gap between theory and practice, so that they can perform adequately such functions and meet the responsibilities as technicians, but will give them the background to continue their academic studies for further degrees, if they so wish.
The program provides two separate directions, each focusing on the two core areas related to the Natural Gas technician requirements. Specifically, the first area, that of the specialized welder, focuses on the latest techniques and requirements of professional welding, including also material and weld testing, elements of health and safety, problem solving skills, computer use, and other. The second area, that of manufacturing and installations, focuses on manufacturing techniques and the role of a manufacturing technician, as well as the basic theoretical knowledge and practical skills for mechanical assembly of equipment. In addition, skills related to health and safety, problem solving skills, computer use, and other are embedded in the program.
- Required 73
- Specialization Required 47
Required Courses for both directions
|
Code |
Title |
Hours |
ECTS |
|
FAER101 |
Introduction to Manufacturing Technology |
2+3* |
7 |
|
FAER102 |
Introduction to Natural Gas Technology |
4 |
6 |
|
FAER103 |
Mathematics |
3 |
5 |
|
FAER104 |
Technical Drawing |
4* |
6 |
|
FAER105 |
Electro-technology Applications |
3+1* |
6 |
|
FAER111 |
Experimental Material Testing |
3+1* |
6 |
|
FAER112 |
Introduction to the Analysis and Design of steel carriers |
4 |
6 |
|
FAER113 |
Metallurgy Principles |
3+1* |
6 |
|
FAER114 |
Health and Safety |
3 |
5 |
|
FAER201 |
Natural Gas Transportation Networks and Storage |
3 |
5 |
|
FAER202 |
Machine Elements |
3 |
5 |
|
FAER203 |
Computer Applications |
2* |
3 |
|
FAER204 |
Technical Terminology in English |
2 |
3 |
|
FAER211 |
Legislation Principles |
3 |
4 |
Required Courses for the “Specialized Welder” specialization
| Code |
Title |
Hours |
ECTS |
|
SING115 |
TIG Welding – Introduction |
1+4* |
7 |
|
SING205 |
Metal Sheet Forming and Machine Processing |
1+4* |
7 |
|
SING206 |
Welding with Coated Electrode - Introduction |
1+4* |
7 |
|
SING212 |
TIG Welding – Advanced Applications |
1+7* |
13 |
|
SING213 |
Welding with Coated Electrode – Advanced Applications |
1+7* |
13 |
Required Courses for the “Manufacturer - Installer” specialization
| Code |
Title |
Hours |
ECTS |
|
ENGA115 |
Metal Sheet Forming (Machine Tools I) |
1+4* |
7 |
|
ENGA205 |
Welding |
1+4* |
7 |
|
ENGA206 |
Material Processing with Lathe (Machine Tools II) |
1+4* |
7 |
|
ENGA212 |
Advanced Processing with Lathe (Machine Tools III) |
1+7* |
13 |
|
ENGA213 |
Material Processing with Milling Machine Tool (Machine Tools IV) |
1+7* |
13 |
Additional Courses
Students who wish so can in their 4th semester register for an additional course for the purpose of getting certified technicians in their field of expertise. These courses prepare students for certification with specialized subjects, have a weekly load of 8 hours (1 hour theory and 7 workshop) and have a load of 12 ECTS credits.