DCCCD
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ARCE 1303 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, NLC Architectural Materials and Methods of Construction This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Properties, specifications, vendor references, and uses of materials as related to architectural systems of structures. (3 Lec.) |
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ARCE 1421 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Architectural Illustration This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Architectural drawing and sketching. Emphasizes freehand drawing, perspectives, delineation in various media, and development of students' graphical expression. Includes an introduction to various reproduction methods. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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ARCE 1452 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Structural Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of structural systems including concrete foundations and frames, wood framing and trusses, and structural steel framing systems. Includes detailing of concrete, wood, and steel to meet industry standards including the American Institute of Steel Construction and The American Concrete Institute. (2 Lec., 5 Lab.) |
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ARCE 2352 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Mechanical and Electrical Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: The properties of building materials (assemblies), specifications, codes, vendor references, and uses of mechanical, plumbing, conveying, and electrical systems as they relate to architecture for residential and commercial construction. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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BMGT 1191 (1 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC Special Topics In Business Administration and Management, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec.) |
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BMGT 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC Supervision This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: The role of the supervisor includes managerial functions as applied to leadership, counseling, motivation, and human relations skills. (3 Lec.) |
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BMGT 1305 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Communications in Management This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: Successful completion of all Internet Development Technologies core curricula, and concurrent enrollment in specialization track, or demonstrated competence approved by program director. Course Description: Basic theory and processes of communication skills necessary for the management of an organization's workforce. (3 Lec.) |
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BMGT 1306 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Facilities Management This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: For individuals whose responsibility includes general management and supervision of public buildings, business and industrial facilities, and other complexes requiring supervision and control. Includes fire alarm maintenance, plant maintenance, occupational safety, OSHA rules and regulations, management of maintenance supervisors, and hazardous materials awareness. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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BMGT 1309 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, ECC Single-Course Delivery for EFC, ECC Information and Project Management This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Critical path methods for planning and controlling projects. Includes time/cost tradeoffs, resource utilization, stochastic considerations, task determination, time management, scheduling management, status reports, budget management, customer service, professional attitude, and project supervision. (3 Lec.) |
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BMGT 1313 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC Principles of Purchasing This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: The purchasing process as it relates to such topics as inventory control, price determination, vendor selection, negotiation techniques, and ethical issues. (3 Lec.) |
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BMGT 1327 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC Principles of Management This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Concepts, terminology, principles, theories, and issues in the field of management. (3 Lec.) |
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BMGT 1331 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Production and Operations Management This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Fundamentals of the various techniques used in the practice of production and operations management. Includes location, design, and resource allocation. (3 Lec.) |
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BMGT 1382 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC Cooperative Education - Business Administration And Management, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. The student should have previous credit in or concurrent enrollment in BMGT 1301 or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor. (1 Lec., 14 Ext.) |
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BMGT 1383 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC Cooperative Education - Business Administration And Management, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. The student should have previous credit in or concurrent enrollment in HRPO 2301 or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor. (1 Lec., 14 Ext.) |
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BMGT 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, MVC Special Topics in Business Administration and Management, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec.) |
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BMGT 1482 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Cooperative Education - Business Administration and Management, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 21 Ext.) |
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BMGT 1483 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Cooperative Education - Business Administration and Management, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 21 Ext.) |
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BMGT 2303 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC Problem Solving and Decision Making This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Decision-making and problem-solving processes in organizations utilizing logical and creative problem solving techniques. Application of theory is provided by experiential activities using managerial decision tools. (3 Lec.) |
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BMGT 2309 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Leadership This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Concepts of leadership and its relationship to management. Prepares the student with leadership and communication skills needed to motivate and identify leadership styles. (3 Lec.) |
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BMGT 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, MVC Total Quality Management This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Quality of productivity in organizations. Includes planning for quality throughout the organization, analysis of costs of quality, and employee empowerment. (3 Lec.) |
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BMGT 2341 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Strategic Management This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Strategic management process involving analysis of how organizations develop and implement a strategy for achieving organizational objectives in a changing environment. (3 Lec.) |
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BMGT 2347 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Instruction in interpreting data for effective problem solving and recommending corrective action with emphasis on a structured approach to critical thinking and problem solving in a team environment. (3 Lec.) |
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BMGT 2382 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC Cooperative Education - Business Administration And Management, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. The student should have previous credit in or concurrent enrollment in HRPO 2307 or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor. (1 Lec., 14 Ext.) |
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BMGT 2383 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC Cooperative Education - Business Administration And Management, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. The student should have previous credit in or concurrent enrollment in BMGT 2303 or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor. (1 Lec., 14 Ext.) |
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BMGT 2384 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Cooperative Education - Operations Management and Supervision This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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BUSI 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC Business Principles This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course Description: This course provides a survey of economic systems, forms of business ownership, and considerations for running a business. Students will learn various aspects of business, management, and leadership functions; organizational considerations; and decision-making processes. Financial topics are introduced, including accounting, money and banking, and securities markets. Also included are discussions of business challenges in the legal and regulatory environment, business ethics, social responsibility, and international business. Emphasized is the dynamic role of business in everyday life. (3 Lec.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5201015104 |
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BUSI 1307 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC Personal Finance This is a Texas Common Course Number. This is a Core Curriculum course selected by the colleges of DCCCD. Prerequisite Required: College level ready in Reading. Course Description: Personal and family accounts, budgets and budgetary control, bank accounts, charge accounts, borrowing, investing, insurance, standards of living, renting or home ownership, and wills and trust plans. NOTE: This course is not part of the business field of study and may not transfer toward a degree in business. (3 Lec.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 1904015109 |
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BUSI 2301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC Business Law This is a Texas Common Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: High school coursework in U.S. history and government, or equivalent. Course Description: The course provides the student with foundational information about the U.S. legal system and dispute resolution, and their impact on business. The major content areas will include general principles of law, the relationship of business and the U.S. Constitution, state and federal legal systems, the relationship between law and ethics, contracts, sales, torts, agency law, intellectual property, and business law in the global context. (3 Lec.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2201015124 |
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CBFM 1191 (1 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Building/Property Maintenance and Manager This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec.) |
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CBFM 1311 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Building Maintenance I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Introduction to the basic principles of residential and commercial maintenance and repair. Emphasis on safety, materials, and tool identification. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CBFM 1380 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Cooperative Education-Building/Property Maintenance and Manager This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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CBFM 1381 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Cooperative Education-Building/Property Maintenance and Manager This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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CBFM 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Building/Property Maintenance and Manager This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec.) |
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CBFM 1407 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Boiler Operation This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Basic boiler operation with emphasis on high pressure and low pressure systems. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CBFM 2311 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Building Maintenance II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: This course is a continuation of CBFM 1311 which includes principles of residential and commercial maintenance and repair. Emphasis on safety, materials, and tool identification. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CBFM 2313 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Building Maintenance Management This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Management and controls required to direct operations of the engineering and maintenance department. Includes planning and scheduling, delegating responsibilities, purchasing, problem-solving, management by objectives, supervisory training, in-service training, and budget preparation. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CBFM 2317 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Mechanical Maintenance This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Study of the general principles of mechanical and electrical systems as related to inspection, repair, and preventive maintenance of facility equipment. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CNSE 1321 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Job Site Layout and Development This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Study of the general principles of job site layout and development used by heavy equipment operators in the construction industry. Topics include plan reading, survey techniques, external considerations, and trade conventions. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CRPT 1311 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Roof Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Principles of design and construction of a conventional roof system incorporating gable, hip, valley and intersections. Emphasis given to safe work practices and the use, and maintenance of tools and equipment. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CRPT 1315 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Wall Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Conventional wall systems with emphasis on wood frame construction. Includes identification of components; construction of wall systems; safe work practices; and the use, and maintenance of tools and equipment. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CRPT 1319 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Engineered Roof Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Skill development in the identification and erection of engineered roof systems and components. Topics include trussed, timber-framed and steel-component roof structures with emphasis on safe work practices and the selection, use, and maintenance of tools and equipment. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CRPT 1325 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Forms and Foundations I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Construction of basic form and foundation systems including related safety, tools, equipment, and building layout. Emphasis on safe work practices and the use, and maintenance of tools and equipment. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CRPT 1329 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Introduction to Carpentry This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to the carpentry trade including safety, tools, equipment, terminology, and methods. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CRPT 1341 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Exterior Finish Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Installation of exterior finish systems and components including the placement and installation of cornice, windows, doors, siding, and flashing. Emphasis on safe work practices and the use, and maintenance of tools and equipment. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CRPT 1345 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Interior Finish Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Installation of interior finish systems and components including the placement and installation of doors, trim, floor, wall, and ceiling finishes. Emphasis on safe work practices and the use, and maintenance of tools and equipment. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CRPT 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Advanced Roof Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Skill development in the layout and construction of advanced architectural roof styles and features including the construction of multi-pitched roofs, dormers, crichets, cupolas, and other roof structures. Emphasis on safe work practices and the selection, use, and maintenance of tools and equipment. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab) |
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CRPT 2339 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Specialty Exterior Finish Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Installation of specialty exterior finish systems and components including the placement and installation of cornice, windows, doors, siding, and flashing. Emphasis on safe work practices and the selection, use, and maintenance of tools and equipment. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CRPT 2341 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Specialty Interior Finish Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Installation of specialty interior finish systems and components including specialty floor, wall, and ceiling finishes. Emphasis on safe work practices and the selection, use, and maintenance of tools and equipment. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CRPT 2343 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Specialty Wall Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Instruction in special wall systems. Topics include the identification of components and the construction of a wall system with emphasis on safe work practices and the selection, use, and maintenance of tools and equipment. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1215 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Architectural Blueprint Reading This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the fundamentals of blueprint reading for the construction industry. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1309 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC, RLC Basic Computer-Aided Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to computer-aided drafting. Emphasis is placed on setup; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions, using layers, coordinate systems, and plot/print to scale. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1409. The student may register for either DFTG 1309 or DFTG 1409 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1313 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Drafting for Specific Occupations This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Discussion of theory and practice with drafting methods and the terminology required for non-drafting majors to prepare working drawings in their occupational fields. (3 Lec.) |
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DFTG 1315 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Architectural Blueprint Reading This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: Introductory. Course Description: The fundamentals of blueprint reading for the construction industry will be examined. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1325 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Blueprint Reading and Sketching This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to reading and interpreting working drawings for fabrication processes and associated trades. Use of sketching techniques to create pictorial and multiple-view drawings. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1329 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Electro-Mechanical Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A basic course including layout and design of electro-mechanical equipment from engineering notes and sketches. Emphasis on drawing of electronic equipment control panels, interior hardware, exterior enclosures, detailed and assembly drawings with a parts list, and flat pattern layouts. (2 Lec, 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1333 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Mechanical Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An intermediate course covering detail drawings with proper dimensioning and tolerances, use of sectioning techniques, common fasteners, isometrics and oblique drawings, including bill of materials. (2 Lec., 4 Lab. / 2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1340 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics include CAD equipment, software selection and interface; setting up a CAD workstation; upgrading a computer to run advanced CAD software; storage devices; storing, retrieving, back-up and sharing databases; file servers and local area networks (LANs); and transferring drawing files over the Internet. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1345 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Parametric Modeling and Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Parametric-based design software for mechanical assembly design and drafting. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1358 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Electrical/Electronics Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the principles of layout of electrical and electronic drawings, stressing modern representation used for block diagrams, schematic diagrams, logic diagrams, wiring/assembly drawings, printed circuit board layouts, motor control diagrams, power distribution diagrams, and electrical one-line diagrams. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1392 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Special Topics in Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1394 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Electrical/Electronics Drafting and Electrical/Electronics CAD/CADD This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1395 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Special Topics in Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1405 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Technical Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Introduction to the principles of drafting to include terminology and fundamentals, including size and shape descriptions, projection methods, geometric construction, sections, auxiliary views, and reproduction processes. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1305. The student may register for either DFTG 1405 or DFTG 1305 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1409 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Basic Computer-Aided Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to basic computer-aided drafting. Emphasis is placed on drawing setup; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions, using layers, coordinating systems; as well as input and output devices. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1309. The student may register for either DFTG 1409 or DFTG 1309 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1417 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Architectural Drafting - Residential This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Architectural drafting procedures, practices, terms, and symbols. Preparation of detailed working drawings for residential structures. Emphasis on light frame construction methods. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1425 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Blueprint Reading and Sketching This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to reading and interpreting working drawings for fabrication processes and associated trades. Use of sketching techniques to create pictorial and multiple-view drawings. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1445 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Parametric Modeling and Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Parametric-based design software for 3D design and drafting. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1491 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Special Topics in Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 5 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1492 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Special Topics in Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 5 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1493 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Special Topics in Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering CAD/CADD This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 5 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1495 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Special Topics in Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 5 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2305 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Printed Circuit Board Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An intermediate course including single-sided and double-sided printed circuit board design, emphasizing the drawings, standards, and processes required to layout printed circuit board and manufacturing documentation. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2312 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Technical Illustration and Presentation This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: DFTG 1309 or DFTG 1409. Course Description: Topics include pictorial drawing including isometrics, obliques, perspectives, charts, and graphs. Emphasis on rendering and using different media. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2313 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Basic Integrated Circuit Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: The study of layout and design of integrated circuits. Instruction in layout technology and laboratory exercises to enable students to layout simple digital integrated circuits from schematic diagrams and design rules. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2319 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Intermediate Computer Aided Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A continuation of practices and techniques used in basic computer-aided drafting including the development and use of prototype drawings, construction of pictorial drawings, extracting data, and basics of 3D. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2321 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Topographical Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A course in map drafting. Emphasis is given to plotting of surveyors field notes, plotting elevations, contour drawings, plan and profiles, and laying out traverses. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2328 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Architectural Drafting - Commercial This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Architectural drafting procedures, practices, and symbols including preparation of detailed working drawings for commercial buildings, with emphasis on construction methods generated using computer aided design technology. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2428. This student may register for either DFTG 2328 or DFTG 2428 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2332 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced techniques, including the use of a customized system. Presentation of advanced drawing applications, such as three-dimensional solids modeling and linking graphic entities to external non-graphic data. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2333 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Advanced Integrated Circuit Design This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: DFTG 2313. Course Description: Implementation of advanced techniques in the design of complex integrated circuits; projects require students to use multiple sets of design rules meeting industrial standards of current technologies. Instruction in layout technology and laboratory exercises to enable students to layout complex analog integrated circuits from schematic diagrams and design rules. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2335 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Advanced Technologies in Mechanical Design and Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: DFTG 1309. Course Description: Use parametric-based software for mechanical design for advanced modeling and analysis. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2336 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Computer-Aided Drafting Programming This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Emphasis on the productivity of CAD software through development of computer-aided drafting programs with emphasis on database design, access techniques, and structure methods with particular application in engineering graphics. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2338 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Final Project - Advanced Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A drafting course in which students participate in a comprehensive project from conception to conclusion. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2340 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Solid Modeling/Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A computer-aided modeling course. Development of three-dimensional drawings and models from engineering sketches and orthographic drawings and utilization of three-dimensional models in design work. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2440. The student may register for either DFTG 2340 or DFTG 2440 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2347 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Advanced Technical Animation and Rendering This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced three-dimensional (3-D) modeling and rendering techniques using industry standard software. Includes organic modeling techniques, particle and volumetric effects, and setting up a model with weight maps, hierarchies, and constraints. Emphasizes advanced use of camera settings, lighting, and surface to create detailed environments. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2356 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Advanced Printed Circuit Board Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An advanced course including the layout of surface mounted components and integrated circuit modular design, emphasizing the design and drawing layouts required to produce surface mounted components and integrated circuit modular printed circuit boards. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2380 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Cooperative Education-Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2381 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Cooperative Education-Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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DFTG 2402 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Machine Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Production of detail and assembly drawings of machines, threads, gears, utilizing tolerances, limit dimensioning, and surface finishes. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2419 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: Basic Computer-Aided Drafting or the approval of the instructor. Course Description: The fundamentals of computer aided drafting using an alternative computer aided drafting program. Emphasis is placed on drawing set-up; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects; adding text and dimensions; using layers and coordinating systems; as well as using input and output devices. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2423 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Pipe Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of pipe fittings, symbols, specifications and their applications to a piping process system. Creation of symbols and their usage in flow diagrams, plans, elevations, and isometrics. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2428 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Architectural Drafting-Commercial This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Architectural drafting procedures, practices, governing codes, terms and symbols including the preparation of detailed working drawings for a commercial building, with emphasis on commercial construction methods. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2328. The student may register for either DFTG 2428 or DFTG 2328 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2430 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Civil Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An in-depth study of drafting methods and principles used in civil engineering. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2431 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Technologies in Architectural Design and Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: DFTG 1417. Course Description: Use of architectural specific software to execute the elements required in designing standard architectural exhibits utilizing custom features to create walls, windows and specific design requirements for construction in residential/commercial and industrial architecture. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2432 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Exploration of the use of system customization for drawing production enhancement and the principles of data manipulation. Presentation of advanced applications, such as three-dimensional objects creation and linking graphic entities to external non-graphic data. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2435 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Technologies in Mechanical Design and Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: DFTG 1409. Course Description: Use parametric based mechanical design software for mechanical assembly design and drafting. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2335. The student may register for either DFTG 2335 or DFTG 2435 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2438 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Final Project–Advanced Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A drafting course in which students participate in a comprehensive project from conception to conclusion. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2440 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC Solid Modeling/Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A computer-aided modeling course. Development of three-dimensional drawings and models from engineering sketches and orthographic drawings and utilization of three-dimensional models in design work. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2340. The student may register for either DFTG 2440 or DFTG 2340 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2445 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC Advanced Pipe Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A continuation of pipe drafting concepts building on the basic principles acquired in pipe drafting. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1215 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Electrical Calculations I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Introduction to mathematical applications utilized to solve problems in the electrical field. Topics include fractions, decimals, percentages, simple equations, ratio and proportion, unit conversions, and applied geometry. (1 Lec, 2 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1221 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Introduction to Electrical Safety and Tools This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Basic theory and practice of electrical circuits. Includes calculations as applied to alternating and direct current. (2 Lec., 1 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1311 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Basic Electrical Theory This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Basic theory and practice of electrical circuits. Includes calculations as applied to alternating and direct current. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1319 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Fundamentals of Electricity I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to basic direct current (DC) theory including electron theory and direct current applications. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1320 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Fundamentals of Electricity II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Introduces alternating current (AC). Includes AC voltage, frequency, mechanical and electrical degrees, waveforms, resistors, capacitors, and inductors. Basic theory and practice of electrical circuits. Includes calculations as applied to alternating and direct current. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1321 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Introduction to Electrical Safety and Tools This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Safety rules and regulations. Includes the selection, inspection, use, and maintenance of common tools for electricians. This course is cross-listed as ELPT 1221. The student may register for either ELPT 1321 or ELPT 1221 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1325 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC National Electrical Code I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introductory study of the National Electric Code (NEC) for those employed in fields requiring knowledge of the Code. Emphasis on wiring design, protection, methods, and materials; equipment for general use; and basic calculations. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1329 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Residential Wiring This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Wiring methods for single family and multi-family dwellings. Includes load calculations, service entrance sizing, proper grounding techniques, and associated safety procedures. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1341 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Motor Control This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Operating principles of solid-state and conventional controls along with their practical applications. Includes braking, jogging, plugging, safety interlocks, wiring, and schematic diagram interpretations (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1345 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Commercial Wiring This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Commercial wiring methods. Includes overcurrent protection, raceway panel board installation, proper grounding techniques, and associated safety procedures. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1351 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Electrical Machines This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Direct current (DC) motors, single-phase and polyphase alternating current (AC) motors, generators, and alternators. Emphasis on construction, characteristics, efficiencies, starting, and speed control. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1357 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Industrial Wiring This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Wiring methods used for industrial installations. Includes motor circuits, raceway and bus way installations, proper grounding techniques, and associated safety procedures. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1370 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Electrical Blueprint Reading This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: Blueprint reading covering the theory of projection, architectural and engineering symbols, relationship of views, and measuring with as they relate to the electrical construction industry. (3 Lec.) |
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ELPT 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Special Topics in Electrical and Power Transmission Installer, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1411 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Basic Electrical Theory This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Basic theory and practice of electrical circuits. Includes calculations as applied to alternating and direct current. This course is cross-listed as ELPT 1311. The student may register for either ELPT 1411 or ELPT 1311 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ELPT 1441 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Motor Control This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Operating principles of solid-state and conventional controls along with their practical applications. Includes braking, jogging, plugging, safety interlocks, wiring, and schematic diagram interpretations. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ELPT 2419 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Programmable Logic Controllers I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Fundamental concepts of programmable logic controllers, principles of operation, and numbering systems as applied to electrical controls. Students will identify and describe digital logic circuits and explain numbering systems; explain the operation of programmable logic controllers; convert ladder diagrams into programs; incorporate timers and counters utilizing programmable logic controllers; and execute and evaluate programs. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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ELPT 2437 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Electrical Planning and Estimating This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Planning and estimating for residential, commercial, and industrial wiring systems. Includes a variety of electrical techniques. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ELPT 2443 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Electrical Systems Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Electrical design of commercial and/or industrial projects including building layout, types of equipment, placement, sizing of electrical equipment, and all electrical calculations according to the requirements of the National Electrical Code (NEC). (3 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ELTN 1343 (3 Credit Hours) Reinstated course added October 2, 2017
Offered at NLC Electrical Troubleshooting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Maintenance, operation, troubleshooting, and repair of circuits of various residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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ELTN 1380 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Cooperative Education - Electrician This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Lab required. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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ELTN 1381 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Cooperative Education - Electrician This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Lab required. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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ELTN 1470 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Electrical Construction I This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course sets the basics for the study of electricity as used in the electrical construction industry. The structure of matter, the electron theory, and magnetism lead into the study of the sources and effects of electricity. Electrical Math is the foundation for the calculation and study of the various laws of electrical circuits as these laws are applied to the performance of pressure, flow and resistance in series and parallel circuits used in the electrical construction industry. This course also covers an orientation of apprenticeship in the electrical construction industry, including safety, OSHA regulations and requirements for the electrical construction industry. Basic electrician's tools and electrical materials, wire (including types, sizes, and insulations) and various wiring methods are also covered. An introduction to the NEC as to terminology, definitions, and applications is covered followed by the uses and limitations of the NEC wiring methods. (3 Lec. 3 Lab.) |
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ELTN 1471 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Electrical Construction II This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: Electrical sources, such as batteries and generators are studied in this course. Starting with the principles of generation and progressing through direct current generators, alternating current generators, and into the basics of direct current motors. There is also included a simple introduction to alternating current circuits and systems in the course. This course also covers an orientation as to the Apprenticeship Committee's operations and the sponsoring organizations. On-the-job safety is covered. The basics of blueprints and progressing into residential blueprints and the NEC concerning residential installations are covered. An exposure is given to grounding, fuses, overcurrent protection, and lighting for a deeper study later. (3 Lec. 3 Lab.) |
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ELTN 1472 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Electrical Construction III This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course will cover alternating current circuits, terminology, characteristics and components. AC circuits components will include inductance, inductive reactance, capacitance, capacitive reactance, impedance, and power factor. Also including AC circuit calculations. Various types of sketching and drawing are covered in this lesson before going on to the study of small commercial blueprints and installations. Special construction situations are covered in motor drives, rigging, fastening devices, safety, electrical shock, and safety for electrical shock. The electrical testing part of the course will cover rectifiers, DC meters, and AC meters. Information on parliamentary procedures and conducting a meeting are also covered. (3 Lec. 3 Lab.) |
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ELTN 1473 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Electrical Construction IV This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course picks up where course ELPT 1472 ended with power factor and starts on power factor problems and corrections. Series parallel LCR circuit calculations and uses are covered. Also, lighting types, uses, principles of operation, and applications of the NEC to lighting installations is studied. This course also teaches electrical construction precision conduit bending as installed in an electrical installation. An introduction to motor controls, refrigeration, and air conditioning is presented in preparation for future motor controls. The Assembly of the NEC is a study of the way the NEC is put together, how to make NEC interpretations with job situations and applications. (3 Lec. 3 Lab.) |
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ELTN 1474 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Electrical Construction V This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: The apprentice will receive from this course an understanding of the transformers as installed by the construction electricians. The theory of operation, types, polarity, construction, uses, and various transformer connections will be covered. Electrical distribution systems are also covered. This course also consists of the apprentice using a complete set of blueprints of a multi-storied building along with the specifications for the particular installation. Electrical controls, including fire alarms and motor controls will be covered. Motor controls start from the basic equipment and circuits and progress into the more complicated and specialized control circuits. (3 Lec. 3 Lab.) |
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ELTN 1475 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Electrical Construction VI This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course covers the motors an electrical construction electrician will install. Some of the topics are: principles of operation, various types of single and three phase motors, along with the NEC for motors. An informational lesson of construction economics is included. The NEC hazardous locations are a part of this course. This course follows up course ELPT 1474 as it covers motor control wiring, diagrams, schematic diagram reading, control circuit development, analysis, and trouble shooting, with specialized applications of control circuits. Also wiring and piping layouts for control circuits are covered. (3 Lec. 3 Lab.) |
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ELTN 1476 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Electrical Construction VII This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course begins the study of electronics including the electron theory of vacuum tubes, rectifiers, power supplies, and amplifiers. Semiconductors, transistors, and transistor circuits are also covered. This course is a continuing study of the blueprints and specifications started in course ELPT 1474 with special consideration given to the study of the electrical installation. The metric system is covered. Electrical constructions installations of instrumentation equipment is covered. Instrumentation covers the recognition, applications, and characteristics of temperature, pressure, and flow controls and equipment. On-the-job relationships and leadership are presented along with OSHA safety in preparation for the apprentice to take over as a journeyman. Nuclear energy and nuclear energy safety are studied also. (3 Lec. 3 Lab.) |
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ELTN 1477 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Electrical Construction VIII This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course takes up where course ELPT 1476 ended. Static control elements, logic circuits and their application in the electrical construction industry are studied. NEC calculations involving raceway fills, box sizes with various conductors, code tables, and transformer loads are part of the course. This course consists of an in-depth study of the NEC. It will include recent changes in the NEC, electrical material limitations, electrical installation support requirements, exceptions to the Code, and special applications and situations. This course prepares the student for the journeyman examination as required by most cities. (3 Lec. 3 Lab.) |
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ELTN 1478 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Electrical Construction IX This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course will stress high voltage cables including testing, safety, insulation and fault location. Also included will be the study of basic air conditioning systems operation, wiring, and trouble shooting. In addition, the National Electrical Code will be studied including calculations for electrical branch circuits, and motors. It will also include the study of transformers relative to their operation, diagrams, calculations, and connections. (3 Lec. 3 Lab.) |
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ELTN 1479 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Electrical Construction X This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course is devoted to programmable controllers. Topics include the basic hardware, processors, numbering systems, ladder diagrams, relays, timers, programming, and troubleshooting. The course will also cover fire alarm systems. Diagrams, wiring connections, operation, and troubleshooting of each type of system will be included. (3 Lec. 3 Lab.) |
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ENTC 1191 (1 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Special Topics in Engineering Technology/Technician, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec.) |
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ENTC 1280 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC Cooperative Education - Engineering Technology, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 10 Ext.) |
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ENTC 1291 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Special Topics in Engineering Technology/Technician, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec.) |
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ENTC 1323 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Strength of Materials This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Introduces the relationship between externally applied forces and internally induced stresses and the resulting deformations in structural members. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ENTC 1343 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Statics This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Explanation of forces acting on structures to create equilibrium. Includes the concepts of friction, moments, couples, centroids, and moment of inertia. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ENTC 1380 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Cooperative Education - Engineering Technology, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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ENTC 1381 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Cooperative Education - Engineering Technology, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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ENTC 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Special Topics In Engineering Technology, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ENTC 1491 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Special Topics In Engineering Technology General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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ENTC 2380 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Cooperative Education - Engineering Technology, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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ENTC 2381 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Cooperative Education - Engineering Technology, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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HART 1273 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Air Conditioning Control Principles This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: A basic study of electrical, pressure, and temperature controls including motor starting devices, operating relays, and troubleshooting safety controls and devices. Emphasis on use of wiring diagrams to analyze high and low voltage circuits. A review of Ohm's law as applied to A/C controls and circuits. Required. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 1291 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technologies/Technicians This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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HART 1292 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Energy Management and Systems Technology/Technician This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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HART 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Basic Electricity for HVAC This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Principles of electricity as required by HVAC, including proper use of test equipment, electrical circuits, and component theory and operation. This course is cross-listed as HART 1401. The student may register for either HART 1301 or HART 1401 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 1303 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Air Conditioning Control Principles This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A basic study of HVAC and refrigeration controls; troubleshooting of control components; emphasis on use of wiring diagrams to analyze high and low voltage circuits; a review of Ohm's law as applied to air conditioning controls and circuits. This course is cross-listed as HART 1403. The student may register for either HART 1303 or HART 1403 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 1307 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Refrigeration Principles This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to the refrigeration cycle, heat transfer theory, temperature/pressure relationship, refrigerant handling, refrigeration components and safety. This course is cross-listed as HART 1407 and HART 1507. The student may register for either HART 1307, HART 1407, or HART 1507 but may receive credit for only one of the three. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 1356 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC EPA Recovery Certification Preparation This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Certification training for HVAC refrigerant recovery and recycling. Instruction will provide a review of EPA guidelines for refrigerant recovery and recycling during the installation, service, and repair of all HVAC and refrigeration systems. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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HART 1368 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Practicum (Or Field Experience) - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Technology/Technician This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: HART 1401, HART 1403, and HART 1407. Course Description: Practical general training and experiences in the workplace. The college with the employer develops and documents an individualized plan for the student. The plan relates the workplace training and experiences to the student's general and technical course of study. The guided external experiences may be paid or unpaid. (21 Ext.) |
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HART 1380 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC Cooperative Education - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Technology/Technician This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: HART 1401, HART 1403, and HART 1407. Course Description: Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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HART 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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HART 1393 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Solar Technology/Technician This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: This course will provide hands on experience in the installation and wiring of solar systems. Systems are to include grid tied and battery backup. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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HART 1394 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC Special Topics in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanic and Repairer This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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HART 1401 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC Basic Electricity for HVAC This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Principles of electricity as required by HVAC, including proper use of test equipment, electrical circuits, and component theory and operation. This course is cross-listed as HART 1301. The student may register for either HART 1401 or HART 1301 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec.,3 Lab.) |
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HART 1403 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC Air Conditioning Control Principles This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A basic study of electrical, pressure, and temperature controls including motor starting devices, operating relays, and troubleshooting safety controls and devices. Emphasis on use of wiring diagrams to analyze high and low voltage circuits. A review of Ohms law as applied to A/C controls and circuits. This course is cross-listed as HART 1303. The student may register for either HART 1403 or HART 1303 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 1407 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC Refrigeration Principles This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to the refrigeration cycle, basic thermodynamics, heat transfer, temperature/pressure relationship, safety, refrigeration containment, and refrigeration components. This course is cross-listed as HART 1307 and HART 1507. The student may register for either HART 1307, HART 1407 or HART 1507 but may receive credit for only one of the three. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 1411 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Solar Fundamentals This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Study of heat transference, motors, pumps and other mechanical devices; solid state switches; photovoltaic plates and energy conversion; thermal dynamics; and solar energy. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 1441 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC Residential Air Conditioning This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: HART 1403, HART 1407 or consent of instructor. Course Description: A study of components, applications, and installation of mechanical air conditioning systems including operating conditions, troubleshooting, repair, and charging of air conditioning systems. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 1445 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC Gas And Electric Heating This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: HART 1401, HART 1403 or consent of instructor. Course Description: A study of the procedures and principles used in servicing heating systems including gas fired and electric furnaces. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 1451 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Energy Management This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Basic heat transfer theory; sensible and latent heat loads; building envelope construction; insulin, lighting, and fenestration types; and conducting energy audit procedures. The course develops energy audit recommends based on local utility rates building use, and construction. Laboratory activities include developing energy audit reports, installing energy saving devices, and measuring energy consumption. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 1491 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technologies/Technicians This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 1492 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Energy Management and Systems Technology/Technician This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 1494 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC Special Topics in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanic and Repairer This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 1507 (5 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Refrigeration Principles This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to the refrigeration cycle, basic thermodynamics, heat transfer, temperature/pressure relationships, safety, refrigeration containment, and refrigeration components. This course is cross-listed as HART 1307 and HART 1407. The student may register for either HART 1307, HART 1407 or HART 1507 but may receive credit for only one of the three. (4 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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HART 2270 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Commercial and Industrial Heating Systems This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course covers the basics of commercial and industrial heating systems. The student will study the basic theory and design of heating systems; methods of installation and the operation of heating equipment; discuss safety requirements when working with heating equipment. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2271 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Commercial Air Conditioning This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course is the study of Air Conditioning Systems with capacities of 25 tons or less. Topics include: safety; HAVC equipment; basic design and planning; trade tools and equipment; diagnose and troubleshooting. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2273 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Industrial Air Conditioning This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course studies Air Conditioning Systems 25 Tons and above. Topics include safety for 25 ton and above systems; HAVC equipment; basic design and planning; trade tools and equipment; diagnose and troubleshooting. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2274 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Commercial and Industrial Pneumatic Controls This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the design, installation and operation of pneumatic control systems used in commercial and industrial buildings. The student will study system safety and design than apply methods used during installation, start-up, testing, and balancing mechanical systems. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2302 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Commercial Air Conditioning System Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced study in essential elements of commercial air conditioning contracting including duct systems design and/or material takeoff; weight estimating; equipment selection using manufacturers catalog data; job cost estimating, scheduling, preparation of shop drawings and submittals. This course is cross-listed as HART 2402. The student may register for either HART 2302 or HART 2402 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2334 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Advanced Air Conditioning Controls This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Theory and application of electrical control devices, electromechanical controls, and/or pneumatic controls. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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HART 2336 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Air Conditioning Troubleshooting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An advanced course in application of troubleshooting principles and use of test instruments to diagnose air conditioning and refrigeration components and system problems including conducting performance tests. This course is cross-listed as HART 2436. The student may register for either HART 2336 or HART 2436 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2341 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Commercial Air Conditioning This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of components, applications, and installation of air conditioning systems with capacities of 25 tons or less. This course is cross-listed as HART 2441. The student may register for either HART 2341 or HART 2441 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2342 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Commercial Refrigeration This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Theory and practical application in the maintenance of commercial refrigeration; medium, and low temperature applications and ice machines. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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HART 2368 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Practicum (or Field Experience) - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Technology/Technician This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Required: HART 1401, HART 1403, and HART 1407. Course Description: Practical general training and experiences in the workplace. The college with the employer develops and documents an individualized plan for the student. The plan relates the workplace training and experiences to the student's general and technical course of study. The guided external experiences may be paid or unpaid. (21 Ext.) |
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HART 2380 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC Cooperative Education - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Technology/Technician This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Required: HART 1401, HART 1403, and HART 1407. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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HART 2401 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Codes This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: HVAC standards and concepts with emphasis on the understanding, and documentation of the codes and regulations required for the state mechanical contractors license and local codes. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2402 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Commercial Air Conditioning System Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced study in essential elements of commercial air conditioning contracting including duct systems design and/or material takeoff; weight estimating; equipment selection using manufacturers catalog data; job cost estimating, scheduling, preparation of shop drawings and submittals. This course is cross-listed as HART 2302. The student may register for either HART 2302 or HART 2402 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2431 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Advanced Electricity This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced electrical instruction and skill building in installation and serving of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment including detailed instruction in motors and power distribution and introduction to solid state devices. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2434 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Advanced A/C Controls This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: HART 1441, HART 1445 and HART 2449. Course Description: The theory and application of electrical control devices and control circuits including electro-mechanical and pneumatic controls. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2436 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC Air Conditioning Troubleshooting This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: HART 1441, HART 1445, HART 2449, or consent of instructor. Course Description: An advanced course in application of troubleshooting principles and use of test instruments to diagnose air conditioning and refrigeration components and system problems including conducting performance tests. This course is cross-listed as HART 2336. The student may register for either HART 2436 or HART 2336 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2438 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC Air Conditioning Installation and Startup This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: HART 1441, HART 1445 and HART 2449. Course Description: A study of air conditioning system installation, refrigerant piping, condensate disposal, and air cleaning equipment with emphasis on startup and performance testing. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2442 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Commercial Refrigeration This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: HART 1441, HART 1445, HART 2449 or consent of instructor. Course Description: Theory of and practical application in the maintenance of commercial refrigeration, medium and low temperature applications and ice machines. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2443 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Industrial Air Conditioning This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of components, accessories, applications, and installation of air conditioning systems above 25 tons capacity. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2445 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC Residential Air Conditioning Systems Design This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: Advanced standing, or consent of instructor. Course Description: Study of the properties of air and results of cooling, heating, humidifying or dehumidifying; heat gain and heat loss calculations including equipment selection and balancing the air system. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2449 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC Heat Pumps This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: HART 1441 and HART 1445 or consent of instructor. Course Description: A study of heat pumps, heat pump control circuits, defrost controls, auxiliary heat, air flow, and other topics related to heat pump systems. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2457 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Specialized Commercial Refrigeration This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An advanced course covering the components, accessories, and service of specialized refrigeration units, such as ice machines, soft-serve machines, cryogenics, and cascade systems. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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HART 2488 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Internship - Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. (1 Lec., 15 Ext.) |
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OSHT 1307 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Construction Site Safety and Health This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Introduction to safety requirements for construction sites including occupational health and environmental controls. (3 Lec.) |
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OSHT 1313 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Accident Prevention, Inspection, and Investigation This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Provides a basis for understanding the nature of occupational hazard recognition, accident prevention, loss reduction, inspection techniques, and accident investigation analysis. (3 Lec.) |
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PFPB 1247 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Backflow Prevention This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Principles, practices, and regulations of backflow. Includes backpressure, public health, laws and responsibilities, mechanics and use of backflow devices, and equipment testing used in backflow devices and equipment testing used in backflow devices. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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PFPB 1277 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Introduction to Welding Fundamentals I This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: An introduction to the safety, techniques and practice in the use of oxy-fuel and shielded metal arc welding equipment. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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PFPB 1291 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Plumbing Technology/Plumber This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Required. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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PFPB 1308 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Basic Pipefitting Skills This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Mathematical operations necessary to calculate laying lengths of pipe fittings for fabrication. Identification and use of hand tools and power tools. Identification of pipe, pipe fittings, flanges, and fasteners used in the trade. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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PFPB 1323 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Plumbing Codes I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introductory study of state and local plumbing codes and their application in residential and light commercial settings. Required. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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PFPB 1350 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Plumbing and Pipefitting Equipment and Safety This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Safe use of hand tools, power tools, rigging, and power equipment used in the plumbing trade for installation of different plumbing systems. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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PFPB 1370 (3 Credit Hours) New course added May 23, 2017
Offered at NLC Commercial Plumbing I This is a Local Need Course. Prerequisite Recommended: PFPB 1373. Course Description: This course teaches the skills, procedures, and techniques used in the installation of hot and cold potable water supply systems and drain, waste, and vent (DWV) systems in commercial buildings. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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PFPB 1371 (3 Credit Hours) New course added May 23, 2017
Offered at NLC Commercial Plumbing II This is a Local Need Course. Prerequisite Recommended: PFPB 1370. Course Description: This course teaches methods used in the installation of controls, water heating systems, circulating water systems, and other piping systems commonly found in commercial buildings. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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PFPB 1373 (3 Credit Hours) New course added May 23, 2017
Offered at NLC Introduction to the Plumbing Trade This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course teaches plumbing trade material selection, mathematical calculations applicable to the plumbing trade, hand and power tools, and safety practices. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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PFPB 2235 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Commercial and Industrial Control Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Control system design and equipment use in commercial and industrial control systems. Includes air handling units variable air volume boxes, chillers, absorption systems, cooling towers, water treatment, and chilled water systems. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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PFPB 2307 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Pipe Fabrication and Installation I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Pipe fabrication of various materials and installation of pipe supports. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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PFPB 2309 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Residential Construction Plumbing I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Skill development in the procedures and techniques employed by a plumber in the rough-in and top-out stages of a new home or the remodeling of an older home. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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PFPB 2336 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Commercial Construction and Fixture Setting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Practices and procedures employed by a plumber in the common construction of a commercial building including drain, waste, and vent systems, water systems, and fixture installations. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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PFPB 2341 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Pipe Fabrication and Installation II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced pipe fabrication of various materials with emphasis on vertical, horizontal, and rolling off-sets using 45-degree fittings and odd-angle fittings. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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PFPB 2343 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Advanced Pipe Practices This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Identification, installation, and testing of steam traps and steam trap station components; valve identification, application, and maintenance; identification, storage, and handling of in-line specialties; hydrostatic testing of process piping. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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PFPB 2357 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Plumbing Codes II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: State and local plumbing codes and the application of potable water, waste water, and gas systems relating to residential and light commercial settings. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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RELE 1191 (1 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC Special Topics in Real Estate This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current event, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec.) |
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RELE 1200 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Contract Forms and Addenda This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Promulgated Contract Forms, which shall include but is not limited to unauthorized practice of law, broker-lawyer committee, current promulgated forms, commission rules governing use forms and case studies involving use of forms. (2 Lec.) |
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RELE 1201 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Principles of Real Estate This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An overview of licensing as a real estate broker and salesperson, ethics of practice, titles to and conveyancing of real estate, legal descriptions, law of agency, deeds, encumbrances and liens, distinctions between personal and real property, contracts, appraisal, finance and regulations, closing procedures, and real estate mathematics. Also includes federal, state, and local laws relating to housing discrimination, housing credit discrimination, and community reinvestment. This course must be taken concurrently with RELE 2209. This course is cross-listed as RELE 1301. The student may register for either RELE 1201 or RELE 1301 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec.) |
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RELE 1211 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC Law of Contracts This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Elements of a contract, offer and acceptance, statute of frauds, specific performance and remedies for breach, unauthorized practice of law, commission rules relating to use of adopted forms, and owner disclosure requirements. (2 Lec.) |
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RELE 1291 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Special Topics in Real Estate This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current event, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec.) |
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RELE 1300 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC Contract Forms and Addenda This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Promulgated Contract Forms, shall include but is not limited to unauthorized practice of law, broker-lawyer committee, current promulgated and approved forms, commission rules governing use forms and case studies involving use of forms. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Principles of Real Estate I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Overview of licensing as a real estate broker or salesperson. Includes ethics of practice as a license holder, titles to and conveyance of real estate, legal descriptions, deeds, encumbrances and liens, distinctions between personal and real property, appraisal, finance and regulations, closing procedures, and real estate mathematics. Covers at least three hours of classroom instruction on federal, state, and local laws relating to housing discrimination, housing credit discrimination, and community reinvestment. Fulfills at least 30 of 60 hours of required instruction for salesperson license. This course is cross-listed as RELE 1201. The student may register for either RELE 1301 or RELE 1201 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1303 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Real Estate Appraisal This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the central purposes and functions of an appraisal, social, and economic determinant of value, appraisal case studies, cost, market data and income approaches to value estimates, final correlations, and reporting. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1307 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Real Estate Investments This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Financing, evaluation, and management of real estate investment. Emphasis on real estate investment characteristics, techniques of investment analysis, time-valued money, discounted investment criteria, leverage, and applications to property tax implications of owning real estate. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1309 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Real Estate Law This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Provides a study of legal concepts of real estate, land description, real property rights, estates in land, contracts, conveyances, encumbrances, foreclosures, recording procedures, and evidence of title. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1311 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Law of Contracts This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Elements of a contract, offer and acceptance, statute of frauds, specific performance and remedies for breach, unauthorized practice of law, commission rules relating to use of adopted forms, and owner disclosure requirements. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1315 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Property Management This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the role of the property manager, landlord policies, operational guidelines, leases, lease negotiations, tenant relations, maintenance reports, habitability laws, and the Fair Housing Act. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1319 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Real Estate Finance This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An overview of monetary systems, primary and secondary money markets, sources of mortgage loans, federal government programs, loan applications, processes and procedures, closing costs, alternative financial instruments, equal credit opportunity laws affecting mortgage lending, and the state housing agency. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1321 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Real Estate Marketing This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of real estate professionalism and ethics; characteristics of successful salespersons; time management; psychology of marketing; listing procedures; advertising; negotiating and closing financing; and the deceptive trade practice act, consumer protection act, and commercial code. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1323 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Real Estate Computer Application This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the availability of technology, especially software, and its ability to help a real estate agent become more productive. Includes data base mapping interest and software application. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1324 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Loan Origination and Quality Control This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to the mortgage loan application process. Topics include regulatory compliance and documentation; real estate contracts; the mortgage application process, interview techniques; credit, income and property qualification, quality controls and procedures. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1325 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Real Estate Mathematics This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: Minimum TSI test scores or DMAT 0091 or DMAT 0097. Course Description: Basic arithmetic skills. Includes mathematical logic, percentages, interest, time value of money, depreciation, amortization, proration, and estimation of closing statements. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1329 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Fundamentals of Environmental Issues This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of environmental issues affecting the real estate industry including hazardous substances, underground storage tanks, and wetlands. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1338 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Principles of Real Estate II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Overview of licensing as a broker or salesperson. Includes ethics of practice as a license holder, titles to and conveyance of real estate, legal descriptions, deeds, encumbrances and liens, distinctions between personal and real property, appraisal, finance and regulations, closing procedures, and real estate mathematics. Covers at least three hours of classroom instruction on federal, state, and local laws relating to housing, discrimination, housing credit discrimination, and community reinvestment. Fulfills at least 30 of 60 hours of required instruction for salesperson license. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1381 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Cooperative Education - Real Estate This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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RELE 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Special Topics In Real Estate This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 1406 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Real Estate Principles This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Overview of licensing as a broker or salesperson. Includes ethics of practice as a license holder, titles to and conveyance of real estate, legal descriptions, deeds, encumbrances and liens, distinctions between personal and real property, appraisal, finance and regulations, closing procedures, and real estate mathematics. Covers at least three hours of classroom instruction on federal, state, and local laws relating to housing discrimination, housing credit discrimination, and community reinvestment. Fulfills the 60-hour requirement for salesperson license. (4 Lec.) |
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RELE 2301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Law of Agency This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of law of agency including principal-agent and master-servant relationships, the authority of an agent, the termination of an agent's authority, the fiduciary and other duties of an agent, employment law, deceptive trade practices, listing or buying procedures, and the disclosure of an agency. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 2305 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Real Estate Inspections This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the different types of building systems and materials used in the design and construction of real property. Covers residential construction and commercial building systems and materials. Includes different structural building systems with emphasis on wood-related products, concrete and concrete masonry, brick, stone and steel units. The Texas Real Estate Commission Promulgated Property Condition Addendum will be addressed along with inspector and client agreements, tools and procedures, and electro-mechanical systems. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Real Estate Brokerage This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of law of agency, planning and organization, operational policies and procedures, recruiting, selection and training of personnel, records and control, and real estate firm analysis and expansion criteria. (3 Lec.) |
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RELE 2380 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Cooperative Education - Real Estate This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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RELE 2381 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, NLC Cooperative Education - Real Estate This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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RELE 2388 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC Internship - Real Estate This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. (9 Ext.) |
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RELE 2389 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC Internship - Real Estate This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. (9 Ext.) |
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SRVY 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Introduction To Surveying This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An overview of the surveying profession. The history of surveying and its impact on the world. Review of the mathematics used in surveying. Introduction to basic surveying equipment with emphasis on measurements. Instruction on surveying procedures and the limitation of errors. Calculation to determine precision and error of closure. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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SRVY 1309 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Surveying Measurement This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introductory course covering the equipment and hardware of the profession necessary to measure horizontal and vertical distances, in accordance with prevailing and applicable professional standards, e.g. standards of the National Geodetic Survey, state and local statues and regulations, professional standards, such as the Texas Society of Professional Surveyors. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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SRVY 1313 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Plane Surveying This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introductory overview of surveying equipment and measurement techniques with emphasis on leveling and traversing. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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SRVY 1315 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Surveying Calculations This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to the mathematics used in surveying and mapping, including algebra, plane trigonometry, and plane, solid, and analytical geometry. (3 Lec.) |
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SRVY 1335 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Land Surveying Applications This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A lab course covering the equipment, techniques and hardware of the profession necessary to measure horizontal and vertical angles and distances used in traversing, according to prevailing and applicable professional standards. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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SRVY 1341 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Land Surveying This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the measurement and determination of boundaries, areas, shapes, location through traversing techniques. Instruction in a variety of adjustment methods using programmed and non-programmed hand-held calculators and computers. Methods of traversing and adjustment of errors according to prevailing and applicable professional standards. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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SRVY 1491 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Surveying This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: SRVY 1419. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 3, Lab.) |
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SRVY 2305 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, NLC Geographic Information Systems Applications This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A hands-on course with computer applications providing additional conceptual understanding of geographic information systems and practical applications using a variety of Geographic Information System software. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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SRVY 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Geodetic Surveying and Mapping This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of field astronomy, Polaris and solar observations, State Plane Coordinate Systems, and Global Positioning System. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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SRVY 2335 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Geodetic Surveying and Mapping Application This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Emphasis on the field techniques of making astronomic observations, recovering control monuments, setting control monuments, and the planning and use of Global Positioning System receivers in data collection. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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SRVY 2341 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Engineering Design Surveying Lab This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: The companion lab for Engineering Design Surveying. Emphasis on field methods of surveying alignments. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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SRVY 2343 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Surveying - Legal Principles I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: The study of location, conveyance, ownership and transfer of real property under the laws of the State of Texas. Emphasis on the history of disposition of public land, interpreting written descriptions, dignity of calls and evidence, record search of public and private land records and preparation of a deed record sketch. (3 Lec.) |
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SRVY 2344 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Surveying - Legal Principles II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An advanced course in legal principles, retracement and boundary location with application of legal principles and Rules of Construction; writing survey reports and property descriptions; and a review of boundary law cases. (3 Lec.) |
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WDWK 1313 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Cabinet Making I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Design and construction of base cabinets and wall cabinets for kitchens and bathrooms. Emphasis on the safe use of portable and stationary power tools. Finishing techniques include proper sanding, sealing, and staining. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WDWK 1370 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Projects in Cabinets This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course covers a variety projects that will be determined by the student and instructor at the beginning of the class. A study of new methods and materials, tools and equipment will also included. Emphasis on safety during lab work. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WDWK 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Cabinet Making III This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Techniques of furniture making. Identify the different types of furniture construction; construct doors and drawers; apply joints and construction techniques; identify different materials used for furniture construction; demonstrate safe use of portable and stationary power tools; develop a furniture design; and lay out, cut, and assemble components. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WDWK 2351 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Cabinet Making II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced skills in machine woodworking and hand craftsmanship. Emphasizes advanced design and door and drawer construction, laminate laying, and customer and co-workers relations. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WDWK 2451 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Cabinet Making II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced skills in machine woodworking and hand craftsmanship. Emphasizes advanced design and door and drawer construction, laminate laying, and customer and co-workers relations. Lab required. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1191 (1 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1200 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Introduction to Welding This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Equipment used in oxy-fuel and arc welding. Includes cutting of ferrous metals. Emphasizes welding and cutting safety and basic welding processes. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1273 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Introduction to Layout and Fabrication This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry. Major emphasis on structural shapes and use in construction. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1274 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Intermediate Layout and Fabrication This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: A continuation of the introductory Layout and Fabrication course which covers design and production of shop layout and fabrication. Emphasis placed on symbols, blueprints, and written specifications. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1277 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Introduction to Welding Fundamentals I This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: An introduction to the safety, techniques and practice in the use of oxy-fuel and shielded metal arc welding equipment. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1278 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Introduction to Welding Fundamentals II This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: A continuation in the fundamentals of equipment used in welding. This course also covers basic metallurgy. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1291 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 3 Lab./1 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1307 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC Introduction to Welding Using Multiple Processes This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Basic welding processes. Includes oxy-fuel welding (OFW) and cutting, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc (GMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW). (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1317 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Introduction to Layout and Fabrication This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry. Major emphasis on structural shapes and use in construction. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1323 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Welding Safety, Tools, and Equipment This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to welding careers and safety practice, including welding safety; OSHA and the Hazardous Communication Act; Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS); basic mathematics; measuring systems; shop operations; use and care of precision measuring tools; and the use and care of hand and power tools. Instruction on various types of welding equipment and processes, basic welding gases, fluxes, rods, electrodes, symbols, and blueprints. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1337 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Introduction to Welding Metallurgy This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of ferrous and nonferrous metals from the ore to the finished product. Emphasis on metal alloys, heat treating, hard surfacing, welding techniques, forging, foundry processes, and mechanical properties of metal including hardness, machinability, and ductility. (1 Lec., 5 Lab.) * Note: This Course Description includes updates that were added after it was originally published on April 4, 2017. (Original) | (Changes) |
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WLDG 1381 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Cooperative Education-Welding Technology/Welder This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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WLDG 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 6 Lab./2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1425 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Introduction to Oxy-Fuel Welding and Cutting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to oxy-fuel welding and cutting, including history and future in welding, safety, setup and maintenance of oxy-fuel welding, and cutting equipment and supplies. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1428 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to shielded metal arc welding process. Emphasis placed on power sources, electrode selection, oxy-fuel cutting, and various joint designs. Instruction provided in SMAW fillet welds in various positions. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1430 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the principles of gas metal arc welding, setup and use of GMAW equipment, and safe use of tools/equipment. Instruction in various joint designs. This course is cross-listed as WLDG 1230. The student may register for either WLDG 1430 or WLDG 1230 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1434 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc (GTAW) Welding This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to the principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), setup/use of GTAW equipment, and safe use of tools and equipment. Welding instruction in various positions on joint designs. This course is cross-listed as WLDG 1234. The student may register for either WLDG 1434 or WLDG 1234 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1435 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Introduction to Pipe Welding This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding process (SMAW), including electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 1G and 2G using various electrodes. Lab required. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1457 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the production of various fillets and groove welds. Preparation of specimens for testing in all test positions. This course is cross-listed as WLDG 1257. The student may register for either WLDG 1457 or WLDG 1257 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1471 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Welding Qualifications This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: Topics covered will include interpretation of applicable welding specifications, electrode use, current/polarity characteristics, performing a wide range of welding operations, weld quality analysis, welding supplies/materials conservation practices, and operational safety practices. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1491 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2270 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Intermediate Pipe Welding I This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: Pipe welding using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2271 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Intermediate Welding Using Multiple Processes I This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: Instruction using layout tools and blueprint reading with demonstration and guided practices with oxy-fuel gas cutting and welding and shield metal arc welding (SMAW). (1 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2272 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Intermediate Welding Using Multiple Processes II This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: Instruction using layout tools and blueprint reading with demonstration and guided practices with some of the following welding processes: gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), or any other approved welding process. (1 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2273 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Intermediate Pipe Welding II This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course provides a more in depth understanding of the SMAW process. Position of welds will be 1G, 2G, 5G, and 6G using various electrodes. Topics covered include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Advanced Blueprint Interpretation and Cost Analysis This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A continuation of the Blueprint for Welders course. Emphasis placed on inspection, cost analysis, and estimating, including instruction in basic drafting skills. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2413 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Intermediate Welding Using Multiple Processes This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Instruction using layout tools and blueprint reading with demonstration and guided practices with some of the following welding processes: oxy-fuel gas cutting and welding, shield metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, flux-cored arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, or any other approved welding process. This course is cross-listed as WLDG 2213. The student may register for either WLDG 2413 or WLDG 2213 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2443 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced topics based on accepted welding codes. Training provided with various electrodes in shielded metal arc welding processes with open V-groove joints in all positions. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2447 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced topics in GMAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2451 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced topics in GTAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2455 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Advanced Welding Metallurgy This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of metallurgy as it applies to welding, including structure, identification, and testing of metals; temperature changes and their effect on welded metals; properties of metals, and factors affecting weldability of ferrous and nonferrous metals. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four-year colleges and universities.
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four-year colleges and universities.
