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APPR 1110      (Active)
Sheet Metal 1A
6.0 : 6.0 : 0.0    F
Completers will obtain American Red Cross CPR/First Aid Certification. Introduces Sheet Metal trade and its history. Teaches the safe operation of hand and power sheet metal tools and machinery. Covers basic drafting and layout techniques, and construct sheet metal seams to blueprint specification.
 
APPR 1120      (Active)
Sheet Metal 1B
6.0 : 6.0 : 0.0    Sp
Introduces parallel line, radial line, and triangulation layout methods. Addresses layout and fabrication of basic sheet metal duct system fitting to blueprint specifications. Introduces field installation practices, emergency procedures, and hazardous communication.
 
APPR 1210      (Active)
Sheet Metal 2A
6.0 : 6.0 : 0.0    F
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1120
Teaches the basics of bidding jobs and job costing, making pictorial drawings and free hand sketches. Features building intermediate duct system fittings to blueprint specifications. Introduces architectural sheet metal work and roof drainage systems.
 
APPR 1220      (Active)
Sheet Metal 2B
6.0 : 6.0 : 0.0    Sp
Teaches construction and installation of louvers and ventilators, selection and installation of duct hangers and anchor, selection and installation of fire and smoke dampers and introduction to computer operations.
 
APPR 1300      (Active)
Apprentice Math
3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0    F, Sp
For apprentices. Covers math used in apprentice trades. Teaches fractions, decimals, percents, interest, volume and metrics. Studies special trade formulas.
 
APPR 1410      (Active)
Plumbing Independent 1A
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    F
For plumbing apprentices. Introduces plumbing definitions, Uniform Plumbing Code chapters 1, 2 and 3, mathematics for plumbers. Studies installation practices and IAPMO standards, related science, pipe threading, and mechanical piping systems.
 
APPR 1420      (Active)
Plumbing Independent 1B
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Sp
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1410
For plumbing apprentices. Covers Uniform Plumbing Code as it relates to fixtures, faucets, valves, overflows, strainers, connections, floor drains, whirlpool bathtubs, cast-iron soil, drainage, glass, clay and concrete pipe. Studies basic emergency and first aid, solder and brazed joint, copper pipe, calked joint, mathematics units 7-16 and blue print reading.
 
APPR 1430      (Active)
Plumbing Independent 2A
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    F
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1420
For plumbing apprentices. Covers Uniform Plumbing Code chapters 5 and 6, Appendix A-recommended rules for sizing water supply system, mathematics and backflow prevention.
 
APPR 1440      (Active)
Plumbing Independent 2B
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Sp
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1430
For plumbing apprentices. Covers blue print reading for plumbers units 11-34, Uniform Plumbing Code chapters 7, 8, and 9, plumbing safety NAPHCC lessons 27A, 97-104.
 
APPR 1450      (Active)
Plumbing Independent 3A
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    F
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1440
For plumbing apprentices. Covers plumbing mathematics, Uniform Plumbing Code Illustrated Training Manual chapters 4 and 10, Appendix C-minimum plumbing facilities, review of Uniform Plumbing Code chapter 3 and flex supply hoses.
 
APPR 1460      (Active)
Plumbing Independent 3B
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Sp
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1450
For plumbing apprentices. Covers Uniform Plumbing Code chapters 5, 6, 8, 12, Appendix B, and Appendix H. Studies gas piping and appliances, good practices for gas piping and appliances, and mathematics.
 
APPR 1470      (Active)
Plumbing Independent 4A
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    F
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1460
For plumbing apprentices. Covers plumbing math review, installation practices, Uniform Plumbing Code chapters 6, 7, 8, 10, Appendices D and H. Studies heating systems, hydraulic theory, pump systems, brazing, soldering, PVC pipe and pipe dies.
 
APPR 1480      (Active)
Plumbing Independent 4B
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Sp
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1470
For plumbing apprentices. Covers blue print reading, PVC pipe and copper joining techniques, and review and preparation for state license exam.
 
APPR 1800      (Active)
Carpenter Apprentice 1A
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    F
Prerequisite(s):Departmental Written Approval
For members of the Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee. Covers first aid, CPR, Safety and OSHA requirements. Teaches use of hand tools, power tools, materials, tool safety, rigging, knots, hand signals and math. Introduces Building layout and forms.
 
APPR 1810      (Active)
Carpenter Apprentice 1B
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Sp
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1800 or Departmental Written Approval
For members of the Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee. Covers layout, framing, roots, canopies, sound control, temperature control, insulation and math. Teaches finish for exteriors and interiors.
 
APPR 1820      (Active)
Carpenter Apprentice 2A
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    F
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1810 or Departmental Written Approval
For members of the Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee. Covers exterior/interior finish, interior systems, metal framing, drywall, partitions, ceilings, tools.
 
APPR 1830      (Active)
Carpenter Apprentice 2B
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Sp
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1820 or Departmental Written Approval
For members of the Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee. Covers forms, pile caps, form hardware, tilt up and precast.
 
APPR 1840      (Active)
Carpenter Apprentice 3A
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    F
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1830 or Departmental Written Approval
For members of the Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee. Covers blueprints, elevation, symbols, detail drawing and math. Introduces CAD, print reading and drafting.
 
APPR 1850      (Active)
Carpenter Apprentice 3B
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Sp
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1840 or Departmental Written Approval
For members of the Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee. Covers welding safety and principles, cutting and burning. Teaches flat, vertical, overhead and light gauge. Introduces blueprint reading and drafting.
 
APPR 1860      (Active)
Carpenter Apprentice 4A
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    F
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1850 or Departmental Written Approval
For members of the Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee. Covers scheduling, MSDS, leadership skills, concrete testing, computer keyboard, trade tips and scaffold safety.
 
APPR 1870      (Active)
Carpenter Apprentice 4B
5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Sp
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1860 or Departmental Written Approval
For members of the Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee. Covers MSHA, clean rooms, comet, foundations, heavy construction and highway.
 
APPR 2310      (Active)
Sheet Metal 3A
6.0 : 6.0 : 0.0    F
Prerequisite(s):APPR 1220
Teaches the properties of air as in heating, ventilating, and cooling system applications, specifications, and review of contract documents, selections and installation of fans, duct system designs.
 
APPR 2320      (Active)
Sheet Metal 3B
6.0 : 6.0 : 0.0    Sp
Teaches structural, mechanical, and electrical blueprint interpretation. Introduces the uses of CAD in the sheet metal industry. Teaches proper hoisting and rigging methods, beginning field measuring, and sign work.
 
APPR 2410      (Active)
Sheet Metal 4A
6.0 : 6.0 : 0.0    F
Prerequisite(s):APPR 2320
Uses advance mathematics to design and layout duct systems. Teaches specialized power equipment used in the shop and in the field. Incorporates advanced layout techniques to layout and fabricate sheet metal duct fittings.
 
APPR 2420      (Active)
Sheet Metal 4B
6.0 : 6.0 : 0.0    Sp
Teaches methods to layout and install metal ceilings and boiler breaching, construction of metal buildings and installation of skylights, basic air conditioning properties and duct sizing, and determination of the air quality in a building.
 
APPR 281R      (Active)
Cooperative Work Experience
1.0 to 8.0 : 0.0 : 5.0 to 40.0    On Sufficient Demand
Corequisites(s):APPR 285R
Designed for electrical construction apprentice majors. Provides paid, on-the-job work experience in the student's major. Work experience, the correlated class and enrollment are coordinated by the Cooperative Coordinator. Includes student, employer and coordinator evaluations, on-site work visits, written assignments and oral presentations. Provides experience in writing and completing individualized work objectives that improve present work performance.
 
APPR 285R      (Active)
Cooperative Correlated Class
1.0 : 1.0 : 0.0    On Sufficient Demand
Corequisites(s):APPR 281R
Designed for electrical construction apprentice majors. Identifies on-the-job problems and provides remediation of those problems through in-class discussion and study. Includes the study of identifying and maximizing service opportunities. Students register for this class with approval of the Cooperative Coordinator. Includes lecture, guest speakers, video tapes, role playing, case analysis, oral presentation and written assignments. Completers should be better able to perform in their field of work or study.
 

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