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Catalog: Residential & Apartment Technology - AAS Degree

RESIDENTIAL & APARTMENT TECHNOLOGY - AAS DEGREE
The Residential & Apartment Technology AAS Degree Program is designed to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary for performing building maintenance, and diagnosing and repairing equipment. Specifically, the students will develop HVAC skills, plumbing, electrical skills, grounds skills, interior/exterior building maintenance skills, appliance repair skills, plus more. Students will also understand the upkeep and maintenance required at a property in order to maintain its curb appeal and will be able to restore vacant apartment units to a “market ready” condition and in a timely manner.

The following are requirements to earn the AAS Degree:

Required Technical Courses (38 Credits)
GEN102 - Basic Electricity
HEA101 - Electric Furnace Maintenance
HEA102 - Gas Furnace Maintenance
HEA103 - EPA Technician Certification
HEA104 - Air Conditioning Maintenance
HEA105 - Heat Pump Maintenance
PLU101 - General Plumbing Maintenance
PLU102 - Advanced Plumbing Maintenance
ELE101 - General Wiring Maintenance
ELE102 - Advanced Wiring Maintenance
ELE103 - Aluminum Wiring Maintenance (workshop)
INT101 - Grounds, Scenery & Curb Appeal
INT102 - Outdoor Amenities
INT103 - Exterior Building Maintenance
INT104 - Interior Building Maintenance
INT105 - Final & Inspection (workshop)
APP101 - Range Maintenance (Gas & Electric)
APP102 - Refrigerator Maintenance
APP103 - Dishwasher Maintenance
APP104 - Washer Maintenance
APP105 - Dryer Maintenance

Elective Technical Courses (7 Credits)
GEN101 - Careers in Apartment Maintenance
GEN102 - Basic Electricity
GEN103 - Self Management
GEN104 - Supervision
HEA201 - Worst Case Draft Testing
INT201 - Uniform Physical Inspections
INT202 - Mold Remediation
SWI101 - Pool and Spa Codes
SWI102 - Pool Opening
SWI103 - CPO (Certified Pool Operator)
SWI104 - Pool Closing

General Education Coursework (15 Credits)
TBD - To Be Determined by Student

AC/C TECH understands there are many factors that can prevent students from completing a long-term educational plan; and therefore, this program is setup to guide students through smaller educational plans (such as technical certificate programs) that can rollover into earning the AAS Degree without penalty. Therefore, students are guided through Technical Certificate Programs in order of importance: [1] HVAC Maintenance, [2] Plumbing Maintenance [3] Electrical Wiring Maintenance, [4] Interior/Exterior Building Maintenance, and [5] Appliance Repair. Afterwards, they complete the training by pursuing technical electives and general education courses.

The general education coursework may include natural and physical sciences (mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry, etc.); social and behavioral sciences (psychology, sociology, history, geography, economics, etc.); humanities and fine arts (English, written and oral communication, literature, foreign language, etc.).

There are no prerequisites… but we recommend that students pursue the courses as sequenced in the technical certificate programs, and mainly because, the set of courses are designed to build upon each other.

The duration of this program is 1808 clock hours or 60 semester credits: 38 credits of required technical courses, 7 credits of technical electives, and 15 credits of general education coursework. AC/C TECH utilizes the clock hour method for determining academic units of measurement. Whereas each course is designed to have 60 clock hours of specialized technical training, or 2 semester credits. The following is a typical breakdown of the course activities: reviewing the course syllabus = 1.0 hour, reading technical assignments = 3.0 hours, analyzing handouts = 1.5 hours, playing lectures = 4.5 hours, taking quizzes = 3.0 hours, watching reference videos = 1.5 hours, doing lab assignments = 7.5 hours, completing the final examination = 2.0 hours, attending the student verification assignment = 1.0 hour, doing OJT assignments = 30.0 hours, attending web meetings = 4.0 hours, and pursuing tutoring, if necessary = 1.0 hours.

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

Obtain a fulltime job in the residential and apartment maintenance industry.
Identify and repair HVAC equipment, plumbing systems, electrical systems, interior/exterior building components, and major appliances.
Explain the upkeep and maintenance required at a property to maintain its curb appeal.
Inspect and restore vacant apartment units to a “market-ready” condition.
Develop professional documentation of tasks completed and customer relation skills.
Solve job assignments within industry standards and governmental regulations.
Earn the AAS Degree in Residential & Apartment Technology and be prepared for the next promotional opportunity.

Graduates will be awarded the AAS Degree in Residential & Apartment Technology, and EPA Technician Certification as approved by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.

Note 1: AC/C TECH is seeking to offer the AAS Degree without teaching general education courses; and if approved, all general education coursework will be transferred from other accredited institutions. The general education coursework may include natural and physical sciences (mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry, etc.); social and behavioral sciences (psychology, sociology, history, geography, economics, etc.); humanities and fine arts (English, written and oral communication, literature, foreign language, etc.).

Note 2: The admission standards for our AAS Degree program involves earning a high school diploma or a recognized equivalent certificate. Evidence of that credential must be maintained in the student’s private account.

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Credits: 2

This course develops specific skills in servicing gas and electric ranges. Students will learn how to interpret the schematic wiring diagram; how to repair the surface heating components; how to repair the bake and broil components; and how to repair the clock, timer and/or lights. Most importantly, the students will learn to make these repairs in a safe, efficient, and productive manner.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in servicing refrigerators. Students will learn to how to interpret the schematic wiring diagram; trace the sequence of operation; test every component; diagnose the compressor; check for refrigerant leaks; and/or recharge the system in a safe, efficient, and productive manner.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in servicing convertible and built-in dishwashers. The students will learn to interpret the electrical diagram and trace the sequence of operation; specifically, the wash cycle, the rinse cycle, and the dry cycle. The students will also learn how to improve poor dish-washing results, improve poor drying results, and reduce noisy operations. Moreover, they will learn how to repair water leaks and how to make all repairs in a safe, efficient, and productive manner.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in servicing automatic washing machines. The students will learn how to interpret the electrical diagram and trace the sequence of operation. Also, how to diagnose and repair the timer, the water system, the agitator and motor, the pump, suspension system, plus more. Students will gain exposure to safety information, tools, and testing equipment.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in servicing dryers. Students will learn how to interpret the electrical diagram and trace the sequence of operation. They will learn how to diagnose and repair controls, dryer timer, heating elements, thermostats, drum drive, motor and air flow, cabinet construction, and more.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in diagnosing and repairing electrical components. Specifically, devices such as wall switches, lighting fixtures, duplex receptacles, GFCI’s, AFCI’s, 120-volt general purpose circuits, 240-volt dryer and range circuits, and more. The students will also learn basic principles of electricity, safety tips, VOM and Amp meter usage.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in maintaining service entrance equipment such as overhead and underground conductors, weatherheads, anchors, conduit, meter base, meter, main service panel, subpanels, junction boxes, grounding electrode conductor, grounding rod, etc. Also covered are electrical requirements in attics, basements, crawl spaces, garages, workshops, swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, low voltage circuits, planned maintenance activities, energy saving tips, and basic points of electrical safety.

Credits: 0.2

This program is designed to help students understand how to maintain aluminum wiring branch circuits in accordance with applicable building codes. This program covers procedures that will promote awareness to unsafe conditions, connection failure warning signs, routine inspections, and proper maintenance techniques. Emphasis will be placed on making repairs in a safe, efficient and productive manner.

Credits: 2

This course will help students satisfy AC/C TECH’s provisional admissions policy. This course is designed to help students understand the role of a maintenance technician and to help them realize career opportunities in the apartment industry.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in understanding electrical fundamentals. Specifically, the students will learn electrical theory, electrical terminology, ohms law, and electrical formulas. From a practical standpoint, students will learn how electricity is produced and distributed from the utility company, the demand for electricity in a home or apartment, how to diagnose failures using a volt-ohm meter, how to interpret diagrams and schematic, plus more.

Credits: 2

This course helps students develop careers within the residential and apartment industry. Simply stated, it’s understanding and taking responsibility for one’s on behavior and wellbeing. The course takes a psychological approach toward improving attitudes and concepts. It includes planning a career, projecting a professional image, developing skills, time management, human relation, motivation, personality, health, and leadership skills.

Credits: 2

This course prepares students for entry level supervision positions within the industry. The students will develop an understanding of various organizational structures and practices, supervisory methods and concepts, human relations within the industry, personal considerations, and supervision of maintenance activities.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in servicing electric furnaces. Students will learn electric heating principles, how to interpret the schematic wiring diagram, how to trace the sequence of operation, how to test and evaluate the components, how to make repairs in no-heat situations, and how to adjust the furnace for optimum efficiency. Emphasis will be placed on making repairs in a safe, efficient and productive manner.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in servicing gas furnaces. Students will learn to recognize the components, interpret the schematic wiring diagram, trace the sequence of operation, diagnose and replace only defective parts; and adjust the furnace for optimum efficiency. The students will also learn to clean the furnace, check for gas leaks, and complete service calls in safe, efficient, and productive manners.

Credits: 2

This course prepares students for the EPA Technician Certification Exam. It covers Ozone Depletion, Global Warming Potential, Refrigeration Characteristics & Identification, Ozone Depleting Refrigerants , Clean Air Act and The Montreal Protocol, Clean Air Act Section 608 Regulations, Clean Air Act Venting Prohibition, Refrigerants and Oils, plus more.

Credits: 2

Residential air conditioning principles are studied in detail but with an emphasis on diagnosing, repairing, and tweaking the unit for optimum efficiency. Students will develop skills in understanding the refrigeration cycle, examining the components, interpreting the electrical wiring diagram and tracing the sequence of operation, analyzing the compressor, charging the system, making repairs, and conducting planned maintenance activities.

Credits: 2

This course studies the basic approach to servicing residential heat pumps. The technicians will learn to diagnose a reverse-cycle heat pump, identify and test the components, determine what controls the direction of heat flow, adjust auxiliary heat, and more. The technicians will also gain exposure to causes of failures, planned maintenance techniques, safety information, tools, testing equipment, and most importantly, how to make all repairs in a safe, efficient, and productive manners.

Credits: 1

This course develops skills in evaluating the operation of vented combustion appliances under conditions which may not allow them to function properly. Students will learn the importance of conducting a Daily Safety Test Out / Worst Case Draft Test; set-up procedures for pressure testing the combustion appliance zone; how to determine the worst-case configuration; draft test procedures for water heaters and furnaces; and more.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in maintaining the appearance of a residential building or apartment community. Students will gain exposure to a comprehensive list of items to inspect, clean and/or repair: e.g.: landscaping, parking lots and driveways, walkway and steps, fencing and gates, mailboxes, signs, children’s play areas, disposal areas, retaining walls, drainage systems, building exterior components, hallways, laundry rooms, storage areas, etc.

Credits: 2

This course covers maintaining and repairing outdoor amenities. They are items of being pleasant and something that expresses comfort, convenience, or enjoyment. Specifically, the students will learn how to maintain basketball courts, patios, sidewalks, steps, concrete walls, children’s play areas, decks, fences, gates, volleyball courts, water fountains, flags and more.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in exterior building maintenance. Students will learn how to repair foundations, exterior walls, roofs, gutters and down spouts, screens and windows, doors and door locks, porches, patios, and decks. Also covered are safety awareness, tool selection, and construction materials. Most importantly, the students will learn to make repairs in safe, efficient, and productive manners.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in maintaining the interior components of a property and to ensure that all vacant apartment units are thoroughly restored to a “market ready” condition, and in a timely manner. Students will learn procedures for repairing interior components such as ceilings, walls, floors, stairs, doors, cabinets, trim, and baseboards. They will also inspect appliances, HVAC equipment, plumbing fixtures, and the electrical system for safety and functionality.

Credits: 0.2

This course develops skills in making final preparations before a facility can be leased. It mainly covers touch-up work that may have been damaged during punch-out or the cleaning process. It also covers inspections to ensure that the facility is clean, all appliances are working properly, and that all repairs were made in a professional manner.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in conducting inspections as covered under the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development REAC (REAL ESTATE ASSESSMENT CENTER) Standards. Students will learn details about the inspection protocol and procedures, deficiency definitions, inspection guidelines, scoring, technical reviews, and database adjustments. Emphasis will be placed on achieving a 95-100% REAC score.

Credits: 2

This course involves the mold remediation process. It begins by providing background information about mold and its origins. Specifically, it defines mold (including characteristics and optimal, environmental factors for maturation based on type), mold’s different types and manifestations, health risks associated with exposure, and finally, procedures associated with the detection, containment, removal, prevention, and completion of the remediation process.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in solving plumbing problems in a home or apartment community. The students will learn the anatomy of a plumbing system and how to make repairs at kitchen sinks, bathroom sinks, tubs, showers, toilets, and water heaters. The students will also learn drain cleaning techniques via plungers, pressure, and toilet augers.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in making plumbing improvements. Students will learn how to work with different types of pipes; e.g.: PVC, CPVC, copper, galvanized, and black pipe. Moreover, they learn how to cut, thread and braze pipe.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in maintaining Swimming Pool and Spa equipment according to the State of Indiana - Department of Health - Public and Semi-Public Swimming Pool Rule 410 IAC 6-2.1. Students will learn details about the rule which will enable them to maintain the facilities in a safe, efficient, and productive manner. Every state has specific rules, and for that reason, this program should be considered as a guideline.

Credits: 2

This course is designed to help students understand procedures for opening a swimming pool. It also covers best practices for opening and maintaining a spa. The lessons will guide students through numerous tips for establishing a safe, healthy and appealing pool/spa. It does not require a highly skilled maintenance technician to open a pool or spa, but some background and experience would be helpful.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in maintaining records on water quality testing, disease and accident prevention, pool operation problems, and chemical adjustments. The course also includes equipment maintenance, energy conservation, personnel training, and monitoring swimmers.

Credits: 2

This course develops skills in closing swimming pools and spas for the season. It covers draining the pool, blowing out drain and supply lines, winterizing the components, storage of equipment and chemicals, plus more.

Credits: 0.5

This course involves Safety and Emergency Procedures in the workplace. The contents in this program may be used as a reference in the event of an emergency, or incident. The students will gain exposure to safety procedures for bee and wasp stings, chemical spills, fire emergency procedures, glass storage and disposal, hazardous substances, hepatitis b vaccine declination, hurricane safety, ladder safety, lifting safety, lock-out tag-out procedures, mowing safety, natural disasters, robbery, swimming pool s

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