Sacramento – Fall 2012
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FALL 2012: Open enrollment will be held from Monday, June 18 through Monday, July 30, 2012 for all 9-week and 18-week courses beginning in August 2012. |
- Air Conditioning & Refrigeration I
- Airflow for Buildings
- Electricity & Electric Motor Controls
- Locksmithing I
- Supervision (Chief/Assistant Chief)
- Wastewater
AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION I
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included.
Prerequisite: An understanding of basic electricity.
This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of the refrigeration process. Included in the course are the functions and applications of the components of the refrigeration system such as compressors, drive mechanisms, evaporators, condensers, liquid receivers, heat exchangers, expansion valves, metering devices, dryers, sight glasses, etc.
AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION II
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Not Included.
Prerequisite: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I.
This course will instruct the student in the different types of heating systems, combustion controls, psychrometics and airflow for air conditioning systems. It will also include schematics reading, basic heat pump operation, as well as an introduction to cooling towers and water cooled systems.
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9-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 27 Hours Total.
Prerequisite: None.
Students will be instructed on the external static pressures of an air conditioner, as well as how to measure it properly. Topics of discussion will include the conditions that change static pressure, and how to use static pressures to troubleshoot your systems. In addition basic air balancing techniques will be reviewed.
Class size is limited to no more than 15 students, so please register early.
AMMONIA REFRIGERATION, BASIC
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Not Included.
Prerequisite: None.
The instruction will begin with Basic Electricity, follwed by instruction in basic control systems as well as how to read ladder diagrams with different control setups. Then the class will cover basic refrigeration pressure temperature relationships, with an emphasis on Ammonia Refrigeration Systems. After the completion of the course the student should be better prepared to take the Ammonia Refrigeration tests given by RETA (CIRO Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator and CARA Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator to get their certification.
Students must purchase their own books from RETA prior to the start of this class: Control Theory and Fundamentals 2 andIndustrial Refrigeration, books 1 and 2. Call to order: 831-455-8783.
BLUEPRINT READING AND BUILDING DESIGN
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 56 Hours Total.
Prerequisite: None.
This course will provide training on basic blue print drawing terminology and review prints used in the construction and maintenance of buildings. Design issues and techniques will be discussed along with historical perspectives, code issues, and technology changes in the building construction process.
BOILERS
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included.
Prerequisite: None.
This class class covers the basic operation of low and high-pressure boilers. Students will learn how to determine boiler types and styles, water treatment chemistry and troubleshooting. Field trips may be required as part of this course.
CONTROLS I
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included.
Prerequisite: None.
The course is designed as a continuation of Controls I for the Stationary Engineer. The student will further develop the ability to understand various types of commercial and industrial control systems, siring diagrams and ladder diagrams. Theis segment of the course will also incorporate pneumatic control fundamentals.
CONTROLS II
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included.
Prerequisite: Controls I.
The student will further develop the ability to understand various types of commercial control systems, wiring diagrams, and ladder diagrams. Pneumatic fundamentals along with Proportional Intregal Derivative (P.I.D.) theory, applications, and troubleshooting will also be discussed.
DIRECT DIGITAL CONTROLS (DDC)
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included.
Prerequisite: Controls I.
This course furthers the students understanding of building automation including various types of commercial control, and the schematics and ladder diagrams used for these systems. Electronic control systems are discussed as well as the input and output devices for those systems. Types and purposes of controllers, operator interfaces, networking fundamentals, control strategies, proportional integral derivative (P.I.D.), and building automation system troubleshooting techniques will be covered.
ELECTRICITY I
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included.
Prerequisite: An understanding of basic math.
This class will explore direct current, alternating current, resistance, magnetism, inductance and capacitance. Students will acquire a broad knowledge of single phase and three phase generation and distribution. Through hands-on projects, students will learn how to properly use a meter to troubleshoot circuits.
ELECTRICITY II
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Not Included.
Prerequisite: Electricity I.
Students will explore the theory and operation of auxiliary generator systems. This course will cover the concepts and operation of single and three phase motors. Emphasis will be placed on single and three phase distribution in facilities.
ELECTRICITY & ELECTRIC MOTOR CONTROLS I
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook included.
Prerequisite: None.
The student will gain an understanding of the electrical concepts needed by Stationary Engineers, such as alternating current, direct current, single- and three-phase generation, transformers, and distribution. Also discussed are inductive, capacitive, and resistive circuits, as well as power factor and power factor correction. The student will also learn various types of electrical controls used in motor control systems, and will gain the ability to construct and analyze wiring and ladder diagrams used in motor control circuits. Through hands-on projects, students will learn how to use a meter and how to troubleshoot motor control circuits.
ELECTRICITY & ELECTRIC MOTOR CONTROLS II
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Not Included.
Prerequisite: Electricity & Electric Motor Controls I.
The student will continue to gain an understanding of the electrical concepts needed by a Stationary Engineer in single phase and three phase generation, transformation, and distribution. The student will also learn various types of electric and pneumatic controls used in building control and motor control systems and will gain the ability to construct and analyze wiring and ladder diagrams used in these types of control circuits. Automatic transfer switches, fire pump start and stop controls, and air compressors are just a few of the circuits that will be analyzed and discussed.
FIRE ALARM SIGNALING SYSTEMS (NPFA 70)
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included.
Prerequisite: None.
This course presents an in-depth overview of Fire Alarm Systems and explores topics such as components of a fire system, wiring requirements, benefits of Class A and Class B wiring techniques, and the three distinct types of fire system signals (alarm, supervisory, and trouble). Students will gain an understanding of maintenance and testing requirements for a fire alarm/suppression system, and will also learn about primary vs. secondary power for fire alarm systems, zone module applications, proper installation of wiring and devices, and how smoke detectors and sensors work.
HEAT PUMPS
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included.
Prerequisite: None.
Students will be instructed in the theory of operation of Heat Pumps as well as proper sizing and installation. This course will also include troubleshooting of the reversing valve and common problems with heat pumps.
HVAC CONTROL SYSTEMS
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included.
Prerequisite: Controls I.
HVAC = Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning. This course furthers the students understanding of building automation including various types of commercial control, and the schematics and ladder diagrams used for these systems. Pneumatic and electronic control systems are discussed as well as the input and output devices for these systems. Types and purposes of controllers, operator interfaces, networking fundamentals, control strategies, proportional integral derivative (P.I.D.), and building automation system troubleshooting techniques will be covered.
HVAC FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS
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9-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 27 Hours Total.
Prerequisite: None.
The course will cover (1) types of air handling systems, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) fundamentals, practical techniques in operations and maintenance for the basic systems; (2) indoor air quality basics; (3) direct digital controls, (DDC) for and HVAC, including the fundamentals of different systems, components and control strategies, and practical troubleshoot techniques; (4) Chiller plant operation and maintenance, chiller water systems; (5) Boiler plant operation and maintenance including steam and water boilers and its systems, over view on systems and components, practical techniques on all types and aspects of control, codes, safety, practical techniques on operation and maintenance.
INDOOR AIR QUALITY
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 75 Hours Total. Textbook Included.
Prerequisite: None.
Students who complete this course will receive certification in Indoor Air Quality from the IUOE. Course topics include preventative maintenance systems, record keeping, HVAC systems, permissible limits, investigation procedures and the process for dealing with indoor air quality issues.
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook and a Complete Pinning Kit Included.
Prerequisite: None.
Students will study and discuss topics such as locksmithing tools and supplies used in the industry, pins, key duplicating, cylinders, lock picks, pick guns, master keying and more. Students will also learn how to fit keys by impression and by reading locks.
LOCKSMITHING II
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total.
Prerequisite: Locksmithing I.
This course will cover the installation of different types of locksets and door closers as well as how to do the different types of adjustments on them. Troubleshooting techniques about the different types of problems that can arise from a bad installation will be discussed.
MACHINERY
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18-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook Included.
Prerequisite: None.
This course will provide the student with knowledge of mechanical systems and machines commonly operated and maintained by Stationary Engineers. It’s designed to give a working knowledge of basic skills expected in the industry. Some of the topics of discussion will be bearings, belt drives, coupling and shaft alignment, compressors and pneumatics, pumps and seals, valves and piping, fasteners, basic rigging and safety.
PLUMBING
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9-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 27 Hours Total. Textbook Included.
Prerequisite: None.
In this course students will review job site safety as it pertains to working with plumbing systems. Additional topics will include plumbing materials, plumbing tools and equipment, sanitary drainage, storm water drainage piping, and sizing water supply piping. Students will learn by implementing hands-on techniques, the proper methods of how to solder, braze, and thread piping. The differences between black iron, copper, galvanized, and plastic pipe and fittings will also be reviewed.
PROGRAMABLE LOGIC CONTROLS
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9-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 27 Hours Total. Textbook Included.
Prerequisite: An understanding of basic electricity and ladder diagrams.
This course is designed to familiarize students that have a basic understanding of thelogic used in ladder diagrams and a fundamental knowledge of electrical theory of how PLCs are changing the way equipment found in our industry is being controlled. The course will provide a foundation in PLC theory as well as covering the fundamentals of installation, operation, programming and troublesehooting through project based learning scenarios and hands-on work.
SCHEMATIC READING NEW 9-WEEK COURSE
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9-Weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 27 Hours Total.
Prerequisite: None.
The goal of this class is to upgrade the skill level of the student in the process of comprehending and reading schematic diagrams. The class is divided into three (3) sections: a) introduction on how to read schematics as well as a look into basic motor control diagrams. b) understanding kitchen appliance schematics. c) interpreting HVAC schematics. Note: There will be no hands-on training in this class, strictly schematic reading.
SUPERVISION (CHIEF/ASSISTANT CHIEF)
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18-weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook included.
Prerequisite: None.
This course will enhance an engineer’s present skills and also enable him/him to continue to develope into a successful Assistant or Chief Engineer. Subjects include budget preparation, record keeping, reports, presentations, human relations, planning, time management, computer applications, health and safety issues, and energy conservation.
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR EXAM PREPARATION
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18-weeks, 3 Hours Per Session, 54 Hours Total. Textbook included.
Prerequisite: None.
This course will assist the student to prepare for the next upcoming Waste Water Plant Operator Exam. This class will follow the Sacramento State College (Ken Kerri) course format. An objective test will be given for each chapter covered. A minimum grade point average of 70% must be maintained at the end of the course to receive 4.7 continuing education units from the Local 39 Training Department.