Apprenticeship: Pipe Trades (APPT)
APPT 121 • INTRODUCTION TO RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING, SAFETY & TOOLS
| Units: | 2.5 |
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| Hours: | 18 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Residential Plumbing Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Current employment in the pipe trades industry. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
An introduction to basic residential plumbing standards, employment information and procedures, history and heritage of plumbing, organization, and construction safety. Necessary trade skills, including cutting and threading, use and care of tools, and soldering and brazing are taught along with construction terminology and plumbing definitions.
APPT 122 • RESIDENTIAL SYSTEMS, WASTE, WATER & GAS SIZING
| Units: | 2.5 |
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| Hours: | 18 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Residential Plumbing Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Current employment in the pipe trades industry. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Overview of the installation and design criteria of residential drainage, waste, and vent systems, with emphasis and study of the applied theory, design, and installation criteria. Includes application of local codes.
APPT 123 • RESIDENTIAL GAS & WATER INSTALLATIONS
| Units: | 2.5 |
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| Hours: | 18 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Residential Plumbing Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Current employment in the pipe trades industry. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Overview of the installation and design criteria of residential hot and cold water, and fuel gas installations. Includes piping materials and hanger systems, material handling, and environmental concerns.
APPT 124 • MATHEMATICS FOR RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING
| Units: | 2.5 |
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| Hours: | 18 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Residential Plumbing Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Current employment in the pipe trades industry; not open to students with credit in APRT 195. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
A review of basic math concepts and operation, followed by instruction in pipe measurements, formulas, and off-set calculations. Use of common electronic calculators will be included.
APPT 125 • RESIDENTIAL BLUEPRINT READING & DRAWING
| Units: | 2.5 |
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| Hours: | 18 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Residential Plumbing Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Current employment in the pipe trades industry. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
This course familiarizes students with the various blueprints, drawings, and sketches used in residential construction. Plan types, details, and symbols will be covered, as well as common construction terms and methods. Working from a set of building plans, students will create isometric drawings of plumbing systems.
APPT 126 • RESIDENTIAL PIPING LAYOUT & INSTALLATION; RESIDENTIAL FIXTURES
| Units: | 2.5 |
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| Hours: | 18 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Residential Plumbing Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Current employment in the pipe trades industry. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Introduction to the various methods of inserting and sleeving in residential construction. Students practice the layout and installation of residential copper pipe and tube systems. Provides hands-on practice of plumbing fixture installation, service, and repair.
APPT 127 • RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING CODE
| Units: | 2.5 |
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| Hours: | 18 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Residential Plumbing Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Current employment in the pipe trades industry. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
A comprehensive overview of the Plumbing Code. Students examine each chapter of the code book and practice proper application through worksheets, system design, and sizing exercises.
APPT 128 • RESIDENTIAL BACKFLOW
| Units: | 2.5 |
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| Hours: | 18 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Residential Plumbing Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Current employment in the pipe trades industry; not open to students with credit in APRT 183. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Introduction to backflow devices and cross-connection controls.
APPT 129 • SPECIAL TOPICS
| Units: | 3.5 |
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| Hours: | 36 lecture, 18 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing/Steamfitting & Pipefitting/Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Apprenticeship Programs. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 109. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Study of special topics: students study pipe trade-related software and computer assisted drawing. Students develop advanced welding skills. Course introduces concepts of digital controls. Course prepares students to certify in repair of back flow control devices. Students further examine management techniques for planning and organizing projects.
APPT 130 • REVIEW & TURNOUT
| Units: | 3.5 |
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| Hours: | 36 lecture, 18 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing/Steamfitting & Pipefitting/Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Apprenticeship Programs. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 130. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
A comprehensive overview of the entire plumbing, steamfitting, and refrigeration courses of instruction and preparation for completion examinations. Presentation of the latest current code and safety information. Planning and performing hands-on piping projects. Students perform hands-on troubleshooting projects for air conditioning systems.
APPT 131 • P-101 BASIC PLUMBING SKILLS
| Units: | 7.5 |
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| Hours: | 82 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (118 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 110. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Orientation to the apprenticeship program, JATC policies and procedures. UA history and heritage will also be covered. Safety training is introduced, with instruction in general construction safety. This is followed up with necessary trade skills, including use and care of tools, pipe and tube installations, soldering, brazing, and other plumbing skills.
APPT 132 • P-102 APPLIED & RELATED THEORY
| Units: | 7 |
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| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 102. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Review of basic math before introducing new concepts, including pipe measuring and calculation of simple offsets. Students learn fundamental scientific principles related to the installation and design of basic plumbing systems. Installation and design of fuel gas piping and drainage systems are also studied.
APPT 133 • P-201 BEGINNING DRAWING & DESIGN
| Units: | 5 |
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| Hours: | 36 lecture, 72 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 112. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Drawing fundamentals to instruction in isometric drawing. Students learn the proper design and sizing of simple waste, water, and gas systems. In-depth study of water supply systems is also included. Students also learn to read and interpret simple residential building plans, designing and coordinating plumbing systems within the structure.
APPT 134A • P-202A RIGGING; LAYOUT
| Units: | 2.5 |
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| Hours: | 18 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 113. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Instruction in identification and tying various types of knots; study in hands-on safe practices of rigging and hoisting piping materials. Instruction in the use of a transit, builder's level, laser level, and other measuring instruments in the layout and installation of piping systems. Establish the invert elevations and coordination of piping systems by means of profile drawings.
APPT 134B • INDUSTRIAL SAFETY
| Units: | 4.5 |
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| Hours: | 54 lecture per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing/Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPT 134C. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Study of the requirements for emergency response to and handling of hazardous materials. Covers laws of chemical hazards, electrical hazards, personal protective equipment, confined spaces, monitoring equipment, and federal and Cal-OSHA standards for the construction industry.
APPT 134C • OSHA 30/REFRIGERATION & ELECTRICITY
| Units: | 4.5 |
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| Hours: | 54 lecture per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing/Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPT 134B. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Study of the requirements for emergency response to and handling of hazardous materials. Covers laws of chemical hazards, electrical hazards, personal protective equipment, confined spaces, monitoring equipment, and federal and Cal-OSHA standards for the construction industry. In addition, this course covers the theory of basic electricity and refrigeration concepts through the study of circuit analysts and physical properties.
APPT 135A • P-301A PLUMBING FIXTURES
| Units: | 2.5 |
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| Hours: | 18 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 116. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Instruction in plumbing fixtures and appliances. Names and design features of various plumbing fixtures are discussed. Study of proper installation, maintenance, and repair of fixtures and appliances.
APPT 135B • P-301B PLUMBING CODES
| Units: | 4.5 |
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| Hours: | 54 lecture per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 119. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Students learn and demonstrate the procedures for coordinating the testing and inspection of plumbing systems and applicable codes that a plumbing systems test must meet. Knowledge of general regulations, including accessibility and ADA requirements, is also discussed.
APPT 136 • P-302 ADVANCED TRADE MATH FOR PLUMBERS
| Units: | 7 |
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| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 118. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Extensive use of piping formulas to solve typical piping layout calculations. Students calculate compound offsets and accurately determine center to center and end to end piping measurements for plumbing systems.
APPT 137A • P-401A WATER SYSTEMS
| Units: | 4.5 |
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| Hours: | 54 lecture per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Development and operation of domestic and industrial water supply and distribution systems for installation and operation. An overview of water sources, methods used to plan and configure supply, purification, and distribution systems, for operation and maintenance.
APPT 137B • P-401B APPLIED WELDING
| Units: | 1.5 |
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| Hours: | 54 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 117. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Instruction and practice in oxy-fuel cutting, oxy-fuel welding, and arc welding of steel plate and pipe. Safety and accuracy in measuring, lay-out, and torch handling is emphasized.
APPT 138 • P-402 ADVANCED DRAWING & BLUEPRINT READING
| Units: | 7 |
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| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 114. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Interpretation of orthographic and isometric drawings and building plans that make up working drawings for the proper installation of piping systems. Covers standard graphic symbols used to represent piping, fittings, and valves on construction drawings, as well as various construction methods and materials, specifications, and submittals. Hands-on exercises in the creation and coordination of shop drawings.
APPT 139A • PROCESS PIPING
| Units: | 3.5 |
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| Hours: | 36 lecture, 18 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing/Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPT 139. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Process piping and high purity water piping systems (HPW), including covering hazards associated with these installations. Presents water treatment and clean steam parameters for the pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing industries. Covers pneumatic control systems, including the identification and installation of regulators and valves, pneumatic tubing, and use of air compressors and refrigerated air-dryers. Includes discussion of control systems. Hands-on experience with tube bending.
APPT 139B • MEDICAL GAS INSTALLATIONS
| Units: | 3.5 |
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| Hours: | 36 lecture, 18 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing/Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Installation procedures of medical gas and vacuum systems. Apprentices learn about station outlets/inlets, manufactured assemblies, and pressure/vacuum indicators. Brazing requirements are described and proper techniques are demonstrated. Practice of brazing techniques in order to prepare for the brazing qualification exam.
APPT 141 • SF 101 BASIC STEAMFITTING SKILLS
| Units: | 7 |
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| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 123. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Orientation to the apprenticeship program, JATC policies and procedures. UA history and heritage also covered. Safety training is introduced, with instruction in general construction safety. This is followed up with necessary trade skills, including use and care of tools, pipe and tube installations, and soldering and brazing.
APPT 142 • SF 102 RELATED MATH, DRAWING & RIGGING
| Units: | 3.5 |
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| Hours: | 36 lecture, 18 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 124. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Review of basic math before introducing new concepts, including pipe measuring and calculation of simple offsets. Students then learn drawing fundamentals before moving to instruction in isometric drawing. Instruction in identification and tying various types of knots, study of hands-on safe practices of rigging and hoisting piping materials. Students also learn basic computer skills.
APPT 143 • SF 201 STEAMFITTER CUTTING & WELDING
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 72 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 122. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Instruction and practice in oxy-fuel cutting, oxy-fuel welding, and arc welding of steel plate and pipe. Safety and accuracy in measuring, lay-out, and torch handling is emphasized.
APPT 143A • BEGINNING CUTTING, FIT-UP & WELDING
| Units: | 2 |
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| Hours: | 12 lecture, 42 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Pass/No Pass Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Basic concepts and skills of cutting, tacking, and welding. Instruction on the breakdown and setup of oxy-fuel rigs; making different kinds of cuts and bevels on steel plate and pipe. Instruction on take-offs and fitting up butt welded fittings on a spool. Beginning welding concepts will also be discussed. Instruction on basic positions of welding on plate.
APPT 144A • SF 202A RELATED SCIENCE
| Units: | 3 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 12 laboratory per quarter (48 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 126. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Foundation for subsequent courses through instruction in the fundamentals of science.
APPT 145 • SF 301 ADVANCED TRADE MATH FOR STEAMFITTERS
| Units: | 7 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 121. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Extensive use of piping formulas to solve typical piping layout calculations. Students calculate compound offsets and accurately determine center to center and end to end piping measurements.
APPT 146 • SF 302 STEAM TECHNOLOGY
| Units: | 7 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 127. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Basic properties and concepts of steam. Instruction on steam traps, installation techniques, and general operation. One-pipe systems are compared to two-pipe systems. Importance of steam piping, proper pipe sizing, expansion joints, and connections. Heat transfer devices and steam boilers are also discussed, with focus on types and proper installation and connection methods.
APPT 147A • SF 401A HYDRONIC SYSTEMS
| Units: | 3.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 18 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 125. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Basic principles of various hydronic systems, including equipment selection, pipe sizing, piping connections, and proper installation methods. Start, test, and balance procedures.
APPT 147B • SF 401B INDUSTRIAL RIGGING
| Units: | 3.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 18 laboratory per quarter (54 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 180. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Appropriate knots required for specific rigging operations. Rigging safety protocol is reviewed, which includes health and safety legislation and the responsibilities of specified rigging personnel. Crane signals and practice of rigging skills, through both observation and hands-on activities.
APPT 148 • SF 402 ADVANCED DRAWING & BLUEPRINT READING
| Units: | 7 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 120. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Study of technical drawings, piping drawings, building plans, specifications, and submittals. Interpretation of three view, plan view, elevation view, and isometric drawings is discussed. Hands-on exercises in the process of creating coordinated drawings, beginning with sketching principles, calculating and drawing, and finishing with drawing coordination and system design.
APPT 151 • RF 101 BASIC REFRIGERATION SERVICE SKILLS
| Units: | 7 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 131. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Orientation to the apprenticeship program, JATC policies and procedures. UA history and heritage is also covered. Safety training is introduced, with instruction in general construction safety and hazardous materials awareness. Necessary trade skills, including pipe and tube installations and soldering and brazing.
APPT 152 • RF 102 BASIC ELECTRICITY & REFRIGERATION
| Units: | 7 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 132. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
A review of laws pertaining to basic electrical theory and their application to mechanical equipment service. Also covers refrigeration theory and application of the vapor compression cycle.
APPT 153 • RF 201 MECHANICAL SYSTEM FUNDAMENTALS
| Units: | 7 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 133C. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Basic and advanced refrigeration concepts. Extensive study of the design, assembly, and operation of compression systems. Includes liquid and vapor control, metering devices, system components, and piping design.
APPT 154 • RF 202 ELECTRIC SYSTEM FUNDAMENTALS
| Units: | 7 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 134. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Fundamentals of electrical controls related to HVAC and refrigeration equipment. Students assemble and wire actual electrical components and controls.
APPT 155 • RF 301 ADVANCED ELECTRIC SYSTEMS
| Units: | 7 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 140. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Advanced principles of electric controls used for mechanical equipment in the HVAC industry. Students study control diagrams and further develop skills and service procedures used to troubleshoot electrical problems in HVACR equipment.
APPT 156 • RF 302 HVACR CONTROL SYSTEMS
| Units: | 7 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 135. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Introduction to HVAC fundamentals, energy sources, and control system principals. Focus on pneumatic, electrical, electronic, and building automation control systems and components.
APPT 157 • RF 401 ADVANCED MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
| Units: | 7 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 107. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Servicing industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Covers alignment and repair of circulating pumps and compressors, as well as industrial valve applications and repair. Rigging procedures, refrigerant handling, and basic office computer skills also covered in computer lab.
APPT 158 • RF 402 ADVANCED REFRIGERATION & CHILLERS
| Units: | 7 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 108. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Study of the operation and design of positive displacement water chillers and commercial chiller room equipment. Single-stage and multi-stage centrifugal water chillers are covered. Methods of evaluating chiller performance; students develop troubleshooting skills.
APPT 159 • RF 501 START, TEST & BALANCE; HVAC SYSTEMS
| Units: | 7 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 72 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (108 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APPR 149A. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Use of balancing instruments and devices for HVACR systems. Covers theory and operation of mechanical systems, equipment, and testing instruments. This course stresses the necessity of comprehending the design and intent of the mechanical project, the proper use of testing apparatus, and the production of professional reports.
APPT 161 • INTRODUCTION TO THE PIPING INDUSTRY
| Units: | 6 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 63 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (99 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
First-year course of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Apprenticeship program. Provides students with a working knowledge of plumbing industry materials and standards. Learn use and care of pipe trade tools, practice safety and heritage of the United Association. Also provides OSHA 30 certification.
APPT 162 • MATHEMATICS/SCIENCE FOR THE PLUMBING TRADE
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 30 lecture, 72 laboratory per quarter (102 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
First year of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of mathematics and science as it applies to the plumbing industry.
APPT 163 • PLUMBING I
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 50 lecture, 49 laboratory per quarter (99 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
First year of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of Plumbing Code I and water supply systems. Includes the implementation of beginning isometric drawing.
APPT 164 • PLUMBING II
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 50 lecture, 52 laboratory per quarter (102 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Second-year course of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of plumbing and piping layouts, drainage systems, piping and fixture supports as it applies to mechanical drawings.
APPT 165 • HYDRONICS I
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 50 lecture, 49 laboratory per quarter (99 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Third-year course of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of technical drawings, isometric drawings, and the creation of building plans as it applies to the piping trades.
APPT 166 • PIPEFITTING TECHNOLOGIES I
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 66 laboratory per quarter (102 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Third-year course of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of piping principles, as it relates to prefabrication, metal ARC welding, gas ARC welding, TIG welding, MIG welding, and oxygen/acetylene burning and welding design.
APPT 167 • PIPEFITTING TECHNOLOGIES II
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 63 laboratory per quarter (99 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Fourth year of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of layout, cut, and fit for water piping and steamfitting systems.
APPT 168 • MEDICAL GAS/RIGGING SIGNAL PERSON
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 66 laboratory per quarter (102 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Fourth-year course of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of medical gas, brazer, crane signaling.
APPT 169 • HYDRONICS II
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 63 laboratory per quarter (99 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Fifth-year course of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of advanced drawing, plumbing layout, and building detailing. Practical field knowledge of piping duties, processes, objectives, and code callouts is covered in-depth.
APPT 170 • UA FOREMAN TRAINING & PIPING INDUSTRY REVIEW
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 66 laboratory per quarter (102 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Fifth-year course of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of Plumbing Codes and review of how changes affect the Plumbing Codes.
APPT 171 • BASIC REFRIGERATION I/STANDARDS/CFC/OSHA 30
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 63 laboratory per quarter (99 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanical Service Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
First-year course of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of thermodynamics, chlorofluorocarbons (CFC), and basic refrigeration, as it pertains to the air conditioning service industry. Also provides OSHA 30 certification. Customer service is integral throughout the entire curriculum.
APPT 172 • REFRIGERATION SCIENCE
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 66 laboratory per quarter (102 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanical Service Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
First-year course of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of basic refrigeration, refrigeration equipment, and equipment maintenance.
APPT 173 • ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGIES I
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 63 laboratory per quarter (99 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanical Service Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Provides students with a working knowledge of basic electricity, including AC/DC theory and Ohm's Law. Students will be expected to apply these theories in the laboratory using electronic and testing instruments.
APPT 174 • ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGIES II
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 66 laboratory per quarter (102 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanical Service Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Second-year course of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of advanced electricity, motors, starter, circuitry, and variable drives.
APPT 175 • DIRECT DIGITAL CONTROLS I
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 63 laboratory per quarter (99 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanical Service Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Third-year course of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of controls, control theory, timing circuits, computerized control, and energy management systems.
APPT 176 • DIRECT DIGITAL CONTROLS II
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 66 laboratory per quarter (102 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanical Service Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Third year of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of advanced control systems, including the uses of 2-position, floating, and modulating controls. Fiber optics and direct digital controls are introduced.
APPT 177 • START, TEST & BALANCE I
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 49 lecture, 50 laboratory per quarter (99 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanical Service Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
This course provides students with an introduction to start, test and balance for fluid distribution. Ducting, cooling, fans, and air distribution is covered in the laboratory exercises.
APPT 178 • START, TEST & BALANCE II
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 66 laboratory per quarter (102 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanical Service Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Fourth-year course of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of start, test and balance for piping systems, pumps, chillers, boilers, and condensers. Students will learn how to audit mechanical equipment to ensure proper energy efficiency techniques are applied.
APPT 179 • SPECIAL SYSTEMS/VRF/SPLIT SYSTEMS
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 63 laboratory per quarter (99 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanical Service Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Provides students with a working knowledge of pipe drafting and blueprint reading for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Hands-on activities include applying airside, waterside, and pressure testing systems.
APPT 180 • HVACR INDUSTRY REVIEW
| Units: | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 36 lecture, 66 laboratory per quarter (102 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanical Service Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Fifth-year course of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Apprenticeship program. This course provides students with a working knowledge of troubleshooting, test, and repair of refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
APPT 185 • PIPE MATERIALS, SAFETY & TOOLS, SOLDERING & BRAZING
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 37 lecture, 86 laboratory per quarter (123 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Student is a registered State indentured apprentice. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
This course provides students with a working knowledge of soldering and brazing along with safe practices as it relates to on-the-job-training.
APPT 186 • MATHEMATICS/RIGGING & SIGNALING
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 37 lecture, 86 laboratory per quarter (123 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
This course provides students with a working knowledge of mathematics, rigging and signaling as it applies to the Plumbing and Pipefitting industry. Students will apply safety practices as it relates to on-the-job training.
APPT 187 • DRAWING INTERPRETATION & PLAN READING/SCIENCE
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 37 lecture, 86 laboratory per quarter (123 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Students will gain a working knowledge of drawing interpretation, plan reading and science as it applies to the plumbing industry. This course is required to meet the certificate requirements to become a journeyman plumber.
APPT 189 • WELDING/OXYGEN-ACETYLENE
| Units: | 4 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 20 lecture, 103 laboratory per quarter (123 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Provides students with a working knowledge of welding principles as they relate to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). Students will gain knowledge in the principles of oxygen/acetylene cutting and welding.
APPT 190 • PIPE FITTING WITH A CALCULATOR
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 37 lecture, 86 laboratory per quarter (123 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the plumbing & pipefitting apprenticeship program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
This course provides students with a working knowledge of mathematics and pipe fitting as it applies to the plumbing and pipe fitting industry. Students will apply safety practices as it relates to on-the-job training.
APPT 191 • PLUMBING CODE APPLICATION, PLUMBING FIXTURES
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 37 lecture, 86 laboratory per quarter (123 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the plumbing & pipefitting apprenticeship program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
This course provides students with a working knowledge of the plumbing code application and plumbing fixtures as it applies to the plumbing and pipe fitting industry. Students will apply safety practices as it relates to on-the-job training. This course is required to meet the certificate requirements to become journeyman plumber.
APPT 192 • NATURAL GAS INSTALLATION, DRAINAGE
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 37 lecture, 86 laboratory per quarter (123 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the plumbing & pipefitting apprenticeship program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
This course provides students with a working knowledge of natural gas installations and drainage as it applies to the plumbing and pipe fitting industry. This course is required to meet the certificate requirements to become journeyman plumber.
APPT 193 • WATER SUPPLY, PATTERNS
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 37 lecture, 86 laboratory per quarter (123 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the plumbing & pipefitting apprenticeship program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
This course provides students with a working knowledge of water supply and patterns as it applies to the plumbing and pipe fitting industry. Students will apply safety practices as it relates to on-the-job training.
APPT 194 • MEDICAL GAS, REVIEW EXIT EXAM/FINAL EXAM
| Units: | 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 5 lecture, 55 laboratory per quarter (60 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Apprentices learn the installation procedures of medical gas and vacuum systems. This includes medical gas alarms systems, valve stations, inlets, outlets and the complete vacuum system. Brazing techniques will be described and demonstrated.
APPT 195 • HYDRONICS/STEAM SYSTEMS/PUMPS
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 37 lecture, 86 laboratory per quarter (123 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Basic concepts of various heating and cooling systems. Equipment selection, pipe sizing, proper installation methods are taught. One-pipe steam systems will be compared to two-pipe systems. Pump selection and application as well as service and repair.
APPT 196 • BASIC ELECTRICITY, ELECTRICAL CONTROLS FOR MECHANIC EQUIPMENT
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 37 lecture, 86 laboratory per quarter (123 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Students will be taught basic electrical principals relating to mechanical equipment. Ohm's Law, circuitry, variable frequency drives, as well as troubleshooting techniques will be covered. Students will be able to identify and classify motors and starters.
APPT 198 • PLUMBING SERVICE & REPAIR
| Units: | 5 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 37 lecture, 86 laboratory per quarter (123 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Plumbing & Pipefitting Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
This course provides students with a working knowledge of service and repair work. Students will learn basic identification and troubleshooting skills needed to complete repairs in a safe and timely manner.