Covers HVAC and refrigeration systems found in most commercial buildings. Students will learn the theory of mechanical refrigeration and study its various applications. Instruction emphasizes damper controls, zones and air balancing, filters, repairs, and preventive maintenance. TQM Emphasizes TQM principles and applications of those principles through group simulations. Course covers computer literacy topics in depth.
Instruction covers hazard prevention and safe hygiene practices.
This course covers the 1999 edition of the National Electrical Code. Through classroom lecture and discussion the student develops knowledge and comprehension of the code and code updates. The overview will include pertinent historical and political topics, system design characteristics, physical details, equipment availability and cost, and site analysis protocol. Instruction emphasizes ingress-egress, sprinkler systems, plumbing and building code, and safety. Instruction emphasizes typical woodworking and remodeling methods employed by building maintenance technicians.