BT1 MI
General Program Overview – BT1 MI
The First Year Technical Certificate – Industrial Mechanics Track (BT1 MI) introduces students to the fundamentals of industrial mechanics, electricity, hydraulics, and machine maintenance. This first year aims to develop essential technical skills that enable students to properly operate and maintain industrial equipment.
The main objectives of BT1 MI are:
- To understand the general operation of mechanical and electrical systems;
- To acquire basic skills in fitting, assembly, welding, and tool handling;
- To learn about pneumatic and hydraulic circuits;
- To develop the ability to read and interpret technical drawings;
- To adopt proper safety and workshop practices;
- To consolidate general subjects necessary for the industrial field.
General Education Subjects
- Technical French
Development of written and oral communication, understanding technical documents, and preparing simple reports. - Technical English
Introduction to industrial vocabulary: tools, machines, instructions, and safety. - Mathematics
Conversions, measurements, geometry, and calculations necessary for machining and assembly operations. - Physics
Fundamental concepts: forces, energy, motion, pressure, essential for understanding machine operation. - Chemistry
Basics related to materials, chemical reactions, corrosion, and lubrication. - Social Sciences
Work organization, professional relationships, responsibility, and discipline. - Arabic
Oral and written expression, communication adapted to professional environments. - Pastoral
Human development, values, responsibility, and collaborative spirit.
Specialized Theoretical Subjects
- Industrial Drawing
Reading and producing plans, dimensioning, and representing mechanical parts. - Materials Science
Properties of metals and alloys, heat treatments, and material strength. - Pneumatic and Hydraulic Circuits
Introduction to circuits, symbols, operation, and industrial applications. - Electricity and Equipment
Basic electrical concepts, measuring tools, simple equipment, and safety.
Practical Workshops
- Fitting and Machine Tools + Technology
Handling hand tools, drilling, filing, tapping, and introduction to machine tools. - Assembly – Welding
Basic welding techniques, safety, and assembly of metal parts. - Instrumentation, Measurement, and Electric Machines
Use of measuring instruments, diagnostics, and handling small electric motors. - Industrial IT
Introduction to software used in maintenance, diagrams, and technical documentation.
