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CNBT 1201 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Introduction to the Construction Industry This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Overview of the construction industry. This course is cross-listed as CNBT 1301. The student may register for either CNBT 1201 or CNBT 1301 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CNBT 1300 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Residential and Light Commercial Blueprint Reading This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Introductory blueprint reading for residential and light commercial construction. (3 Lec.) |
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CNBT 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Introduction to the Construction Industry This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Overview of the construction industry. This course is cross-listed as CNBT 1201. The student may register for either CNBT 1301 or CNBT 1201 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec.) |
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CNBT 1302 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Systems in Construction I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A presentation of the basic mechanical, plumbing, and electrical components in construction and their relationship to residential and light commercial buildings. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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CNBT 1311 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Construction Methods and Materials I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to construction materials and methods and their applications. This course is cross-listed as CNBT 1411. The student may register for either CNBT 1311 or CNBT 1411 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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CNBT 1315 (3 Credit Hours) New course added May 23, 2017
Offered at NLC Field Engineering I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Surveying equipment, sketches, proper field note taking, methods of staking, layout of building site, and horizontal and vertical controls. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CNBT 1318 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Construction Tools and Techniques This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Comprehensive study of the selection and use of hand tools, portable and stationary power tools and related construction equipment. Emphasis on safety in the use of tools and equipment. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CNBT 1342 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Building Codes and Inspections This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An examination of the building codes and standards applicable to building construction and inspection processes. (3 Lec.) |
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CNBT 1344 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Construction Materials Testing This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Skill development in laboratory testing and field inspection procedures associated with construction materials. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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CNBT 1346 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Construction Estimating I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Fundamentals of estimating materials and labor costs in construction. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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CNBT 1359 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Project Scheduling This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of conventional scheduling using critical-path-method; precedence networks; bar charts; monthly reports; and fast track scheduling. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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CNBT 1372 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Residential, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course is a study of the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, ventilation, and insulation systems used in residential buildings today. The student will identify and describe the major components of a heating and air conditioning system as well as the methods used in the design, planning, and installation of residential systems. (3 Lec.) |
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CNBT 1374 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Estimating for Residential Building This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: Designed to train the construction worker in the preparation of cost estimates for residential structures. Topics include mathematics, construction techniques, estimating cycle, data sources and use, checklists, and detailed unit quantity estimating methods. Emphasis will be on establishing residential material requirements. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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CNBT 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Construction/Building Technology/Technician This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: This course continues the study of construction materials, methods, and equipment using the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Masterformat. Topics covered include finishes, specialties, equipment, furnishing, special construction with an introduction to conveying, mechanical, electrical systems. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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CNBT 1392 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Construction/Building Technology/Technician This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: This course will concentrate on the organization and preparation of written construction documents. Emphasis will be placed on further developing concepts covered in Principles of Purchasing (BMGT 1313), as well as studying the development and application of master specifications, preliminary project descriptions, outline specifications, and both full, and abbreviated construction documents. Computer applications and automated editing procedures will also be demonstrated and applied. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec.) |
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CNBT 1393 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Construction/Building 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. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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CNBT 1411 (4 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. Offered at EFC Construction Methods and Materials I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to construction materials and methods and their applications. This course is cross-listed as CNBT 1311. The student may register for either CNBT 1311 or CNBT 1411 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CNBT 1449 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Concrete-Commercial and Industrial This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: In-depth coverage of the various techniques used in concrete utilization in commercial and industrial construction. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CNBT 2270 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Pipe Welding for the Construction Professional This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course is specifically geared for the construction technology professional who utilizes the shielded metal arc welding (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., 4 Lab.) |
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CNBT 2281 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Cooperative Education-Construction Engineering Technology/Technician 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. (1 Lec., 10 Ext.) |
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CNBT 2304 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Construction Methods and Materials II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Continuation of the study of the properties of building materials, methods and equipment for their integrated use in completing construction projects. (3 Lec.) |
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CNBT 2305 (3 Credit Hours) New course added April 17, 2017
Offered at NLC Building and Contracting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Basic process of organizing and operating a building or contracting business. (3 Lec.) |
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CNBT 2310 (3 Credit Hours) New course added April 17, 2017
Offered at NLC Commercial/Industrial Blueprint Reading This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Blueprint reading for commercial/industrial construction. (3 Lec.) |
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CNBT 2315 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Construction Specifications and Contracts This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Overview of the legal aspects of written construction documents. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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CNBT 2317 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Green Building This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Methods and materials used for buildings that conserve energy, water, and human resources. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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CNBT 2335 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Computer-Aided Construction Scheduling This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced construction scheduling utilizing computer scheduling software to perform various scheduling procedures. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CNBT 2340 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Systems in Construction II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Processes and methods used in design, selection of equipment, and installation of mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems in commercial buildings. Includes heating and cooling systems, duct work, mechanical and electrical control systems, lighting requirements, and design of water supply and sanitary sewer systems. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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CNBT 2342 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Construction Management I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Human relations management skills in motivation on the job site. Topics include written and oral communications, leadership and motivation, problem solving, and decision making. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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CNBT 2344 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Construction Management II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A management course in contract documents, safety, planning, scheduling, production control, and law and labor. Topics include contracts, planning, cost and production peripheral documents, and cost and work analysis. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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CNBT 2346 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Construction Management III This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An advanced course in construction safety, project management, scheduling, material handling, layout, payment scheduling, and inspections. Lab required. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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CNBT 2375 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Field Engineering II This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course continues the study of field engineering for commercial and industrial building construction. Methods used in estimating materials, development of Quantity logs and pier logs, use of blueprints and field notes, parking lots, retaining systems and basic curves. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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CNBT 2380 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Cooperative Education - Construction Engineering Technology/Technician 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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CNBT 2381 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Cooperative Education-Construction Engineering Technology/Technician 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. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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CNBT 2437 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Construction Estimating II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced estimating concepts using computer software programs for the construction and crafts. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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ELMT 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. Offered at MVC Programmable Logic Controllers This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to programmable logic controllers as used in industrial environments including basic concepts, programming, applications, troubleshooting of ladder logic, and interfacing of equipment. Students will explain terminology; select hardware components; predict PLC operation based on ladder logic diagrams; program a PLC to perform various control functions. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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ELMT 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Electromechanical 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. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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ELMT 1402 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Solar Photovoltaic Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Design and installation of solar photovoltaic systems and their applications. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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ELMT 1405 (4 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. Offered at EFC, MVC Basic Fluid Power This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Basic fluid power course covering pneumatic and hydraulic systems, fluid power symbols, operating theory, components, and basic electrical and manual controls. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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ELMT 1411 (4 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. Offered at EFC 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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ELMT 2239 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced applications of programmable logic controllers as used in industrial environments including concepts of programming, industrial applications, troubleshooting ladder logic, and interfacing to equipment. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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ELMT 2433 (4 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. Offered at MVC Industrial Electronics This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: CETT 1429. Course Description: This course is a study of devices, circuits, and systems primarily used in automated manufacturing and/or process control including computer controls and interfacing between mechanical, electrical, electronic, and computer equipment. Presentation of programming schemes. The student will describe how electronic input and output circuits are used to control automated manufacturing and/or process systems; identify basic elements used for input, output, timing, and control; define how programmable electronic systems use input data to alter output responses; troubleshoot a representative system; and demonstrate how system operation can be altered with software programming. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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ELMT 2471 (4 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. Offered at EFC Alternative Energy Systems This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: A study of residential and commercial business solar and wind turbine on site power generation. The course will emphasize the electrical/electronic skills needed for the installation and service/repair of such alternative energy systems. Hands-on lab experiences in installation processes will be part of the course. (3 Lec., 3 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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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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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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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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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WLDG 1191 (1 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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., 6 Lab. 1 Lec., 5 Lab.) * Note: This Course Description includes updates that were added after it was originally published on April 4, 2017. (Original) | (Current) |
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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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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)
This course is not currently offered by North Lake College. 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.
