Brian Kohlenberg

Residential Faculty - Automated Industrial Technology

Applied Sciences and Technology

Office: TC 50 - Room: 412A

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM11:30 AM - 12:30 PM11:30 AM - 12:30 PM  
8:00 PM - 8:30 PM8:00 PM - 8:30 PM8:00 PM - 8:30 PM  
   By appointmentBy appointment

Classes Taught

Fall 2024

AIT110 Mechanical Power Transmission Systems 3 Credits

Introductory course in how to transmit, measure, calculate, and work safely with rotational mechanical equipment. Hands-on assembly, alignment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of mechanical power transmission systems and components e.g., belts, bearings, chains, dynamometers, gears, pulleys, couplings, bushings, and sprockets. Introduction to lubricant and grease types, their standards, safety, and application.

Prerequisite: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
16146
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
Tu
12:30 PM – 1:20 PM

Class Started

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 16146 Students may contact instructor at: brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 16146 must also register for .

14942
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
Tu
4:25 PM – 5:15 PM

Class Started

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 14942 Students may contact instructor at brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 14942 must also register for .

16147
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lab
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
Tu
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM

Class Started

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 16147 Students may contact instructor at: brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 16147 must also register for .

14943
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lab
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
Tu
5:25 PM – 7:55 PM

Class Started

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 14943 Students may contact instructor at brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 14943 must also register for .

AIT115 Hydraulic Systems 3 Credits

Introductory course in the principles of hydraulic system operation, components construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, and operation, as well as the role of the individual components in an operating hydraulic system. Includes hydraulic fitting and seals, accumulators, cylinders, directional control valves (DVC), relief valves, check valves, pumps, filters, hoses, and a variety of hydraulic control circuits.

Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
33034
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/21/2024 – 12/11/2024
We
12:30 PM – 1:20 PM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 33034 Students may contact instructor at: brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 33034 must also register for .

33035
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lab
08/21/2024 – 12/11/2024
We
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 33035 Students may contact instructor at: brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 33035 must also register for .

AIT125 DC and AC Components and Circuits 3 Credits

An introductory course in Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) electric theory. Includes electric circuits using resistors, capacitors and inductors. Also includes solenoids, relays, transformers, basic DC and AC motors, circuit protection devices and a variety of switches.

Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14948
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/21/2024 – 12/13/2024
We
4:25 PM – 5:15 PM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at: daniel.dangelo@mesacc.edu or brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 14948 must also register for one of .

14949
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lab
08/21/2024 – 12/13/2024
We
5:25 PM – 7:55 PM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 14949 must also register for .

AIT215 Process Control Systems 4 Credits

Introductory course in Process Control Systems design, operation, and tuning of Proportional, Integral, Derivative (PID) controllers for regulating flow, temperature, pressure, and level of industrial process variables. Includes manual control, feedback control, automated controls, analysis process setup, operate, and troubleshooting processes of control systems. Also includes typical Pipe and Instrument Diagram (P&IDs) symbols and tags along with the development of a basic P&ID drawing.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AIT125, or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
33040
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 12/09/2024
Mo
4:25 PM – 5:15 PM

Class Started

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 33040 Students may contact instructor at: brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 33040 must also register for .

33041
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lab
08/19/2024 – 12/09/2024
Mo
5:25 PM – 7:55 PM

Class Started

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 33041 Students may contact instructor at: brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 33041 must also register for .

Spring 2025

AIT110 Mechanical Power Transmission Systems 3 Credits

Introductory course in how to transmit, measure, calculate, and work safely with rotational mechanical equipment. Hands-on assembly, alignment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of mechanical power transmission systems and components e.g., belts, bearings, chains, dynamometers, gears, pulleys, couplings, bushings, and sprockets. Introduction to lubricant and grease types, their standards, safety, and application.

Prerequisite: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28659
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
Tu
4:25 PM – 5:15 PM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 28659 Students may contact instructor at: brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 28659 must also register for .

28660
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lab
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
Tu
5:25 PM – 7:55 PM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 28660 Students may contact instructor at: brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 28660 must also register for .

AIT125 DC and AC Components and Circuits 3 Credits

An introductory course in Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) electric theory. Includes electric circuits using resistors, capacitors and inductors. Also includes solenoids, relays, transformers, basic DC and AC motors, circuit protection devices and a variety of switches.

Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27865
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
01/15/2025 – 05/09/2025
We
4:25 PM – 5:15 PM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 27865 Students may contact instructor at: brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 27865 must also register for one of .

27866
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lab
01/15/2025 – 05/09/2025
We
5:25 PM – 7:55 PM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 27866 Students may contact instructor at: brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu or kennith.hackler@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 27866 must also register for .

AIT215 Process Control Systems 4 Credits

Introductory course in Process Control Systems design, operation, and tuning of Proportional, Integral, Derivative (PID) controllers for regulating flow, temperature, pressure, and level of industrial process variables. Includes manual control, feedback control, automated controls, analysis process setup, operate, and troubleshooting processes of control systems. Also includes typical Pipe and Instrument Diagram (P&IDs) symbols and tags along with the development of a basic P&ID drawing.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AIT125, or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28834
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/05/2025
Mo
1:00 PM – 1:50 PM

Open

5 of 12
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 28834 Students may contact instructor at: brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 28834 must also register for .

27742
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
Mo
4:25 PM – 5:15 PM

Open

2 of 12
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 27742 Students may contact instructor at: brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 27742 must also register for .

28835
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lab
01/13/2025 – 05/05/2025
Mo
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Open

5 of 12
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 28835 Students may contact instructor at: brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 28835 must also register for .

27743
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lab
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
Mo
5:25 PM – 7:55 PM

Open

2 of 12
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 27743 Students may contact instructor at: brian.kohlenberg@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 27743 must also register for .

AIT270 Robotics I 3 Credits

Fundamental principles of working safely with robots, and applications and trends in industrial robotics. Includes types of robots, axes and coordinate systems, programming and operating robots. Incorporates end effectors and collaborative robots.

A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: AIT100 or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
32769
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
01/15/2025 – 03/07/2025
We
12:00 PM – 12:50 PM

Open

4 of 12
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 32769 Students may contact instructor at: kennith.hackler@mesacc.edu, alfonso.flores@mesacc.edu, or cesar.becerra@mesacc.edu for information on obtaining permission to take AIT100 as a corequisite with AIT270.

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 32769 must also register for .

32770
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lab
01/15/2025 – 03/07/2025
We
1:00 PM – 4:15 PM

Open

4 of 12
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 32770 Students may contact instructor at: kennith.hackler@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 32770 must also register for .

Degrees & Awards

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, with a Minor in Statistics, from ASU.

Universal Robots & FANUC Robots Certified Instructor.

Certified Solidworks Professional (CSWP).

Various NIMS and SACA certifications.

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