Plumbing & HVAC

Air conditioning repair covers the diagnostics, maintenance, and troubleshooting of residential and commercial cooling systems. Learners will understand refrigeration cycles, electrical control systems, airflow dynamics, and how to identify and resolve common component failures.

Basic plumbing covers the installation, maintenance, and repair of residential water and waste systems. Learners will understand pipe materials, fittings, soldering copper, joining plastic pipes, and how to clear clogs and fix common fixture leaks.

Drain cleaning covers the methods and tools used to clear obstructions in plumbing systems. Learners will understand how to diagnose blockages, use manual and motorized snakes, apply chemical treatments safely, and perform preventive maintenance on residential drains.

Fixture installation focuses on mounting and connecting plumbing units like sinks, toilets, faucets, and showers. Learners will understand how to read installation blueprints, align piping, secure fixtures, and test connections for leaks and proper water flow.

HVAC basics introduces the fundamental principles of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Learners will understand heat transfer, airflow dynamics, refrigeration cycles, and how to identify and maintain core components in residential environmental control systems.

Heating systems covers the technology and mechanics of residential and commercial heating, including furnaces, boilers, and heat pumps. Learners will understand thermodynamic principles, fuel sources, system installation, and troubleshooting techniques for efficient climate control.

Pipe fitting is the practice of measuring, cutting, threading, and joining pipes for water, gas, or chemical transport. Learners will understand how to work with various materials like copper, PVC, and steel, and how to install secure piping layouts.

Plumbing codes covers the legal regulations and safety standards governing the installation and maintenance of plumbing systems. Learners will understand how to interpret regional code books, ensure compliance in piping design, and prepare for official system inspections.

Ventilation focuses on the systems and methods used to circulate and replace air within indoor spaces. Learners will understand ductwork design, airflow calculations, exhaust systems, and how to maintain indoor air quality while optimizing energy efficiency in buildings.

Water heaters covers the mechanics, installation, and maintenance of tank-style and tankless water heating systems. Learners will understand how gas and electric units operate, how to diagnose common heating failures, and how to safely perform routine system flushes.