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ARL 113 Concrete
Consolidation/Patching
0.5 Credit
This course studies the basics of concrete
placement and consolidation. Topics include
ready mix types, strength, admixtures; weather
and types of pours; height and width of
wall; concrete vibrators and other tools; safe
and effective pour set-up; tie hole patching
basics, rubbing walls and other post-pour
activities. The use of patching materials; scaffold
erection safety; flat work tools; patching
materials; ceiling work; grinders, chipping
hammers and brushing machines; concrete
curing; and safety measures are also covered
in detail.
ARL 114 Forklift and Bobcat
Training
0.5 Credit
This course studies the basics of operation,
safety features, daily inspections, maintenance
schedules and attachments. Students are
expected to identify and understand safety
features, daily inspection points and safe
operating procedures upon completion of this
course.
ARL 115 Scissor Lift/Boom Lift
Training
0.5 Credit
This course covers the basic operation and
safety of different types of lifts. The proper
use of fall-protection systems on boom lifts,
daily inspections and maintenance schedules
are studied.
ARL 116 Hand, Power and
Pneumatic Tools/Compaction
Operations
0.5 Credit
This course studies how to identify and properly
use basic hand, power and pneumatic
tools. The use of hand tools versus power
tools or pneumatic tools, care and maintenance,
visual inspections, safety (including
GFCI requirements) and the retirement tools
are explored. OSHA standards required for
operation of pneumatic tools and proper startup
methods are covered. This course also
teaches how to identify hand compaction
equipment and choose the correct equipment
for the job; fueling procedures; visual inspection
of equipment, as well as what personal
protective gear to wear. Proper compaction
techniques are also reviewed.
ARM - APPRENTICE-
RELATED MASONRY
ARM 111 and 112 Masonry I
(Year I)
4 Credits Each
This course introduces students to the masonry
trade. The course covers the history of the
trade, safety, tools and equipment, masonry
math, mortar joints and applications, and
brick materials layout. The ability to lift 80
pounds and climb a 25-foot ladder is required.
ARM 121 and 122 Masonry II
(Year II)
4 Credits Each
Prerequisite:Successful completion of ARM
111/112 or permission of coordinator
This course covers materials handling and
storage, advanced laying techniques, control
joints, corners and poles, flashing and lintels,
elevated masonry, commercial and residential
drawings, all-weather masonry, wall insulation,
openings, columns, sample panels, and
prisms. Evaluation ends the second year of
Masonry.
ARM 131 and 132 Masonry III
(Year III)
4 Credits Each
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ARM
121/122 or permission of coordinator
This course covers safety panels and prisms,
brick creativity, stonework, residential masonry,
glass block, acid brick and refractories,
structured glazed tile, repair and restoration,
panel construction, welding and brick paving.
ARP - APPRENTICE-
RELATED PLUMBING
ARP 111 and 112 Plumber and
Pipefitter (Year I)
4 Credits Each
This course is an introduction to the plumbing
trade and covers topics including plumbing
careers, trade regulations and safe and effective
use of tools. First aid, OSHA, plumbing
math, related science and installation practices
are studied as well. Beginning blueprint reading
completes year one of Plumbing and
Pipefitting. The ability to lift 80 pounds and
climb a 25 foot ladder is required.
ARP 121 and 122 Plumber and
Pipefitter (Year II)
4 Credits Each
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ARP
111/112 or permission of coordinator
This course teaches the specific aspects of
water piping materials, additional plumbing
math, sewage disposal, blueprint reading,
shielded welding and water properties. Safety
and rigging concepts ends the second year of
this course.
ARP 131 and 132 Plumber and
Pipefitter (Year III)
4 Credits Each
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ARP
121/122 or permission of coordinator
This course covers additional installation
practices and trade math, and explores fuel
piping, gas codes studies and energy and temperature
transfer. Aspects of water treatment
and further blueprint reading completes this
course.
ARP 141 and 142 Plumber and
Pipefitter (Year IV)
4 Credits Each
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ARP
131/132 or permission of coordinator
This course covers aspects of drainage, fuel
gas piping, sizing, waste systems, one- and
two-pipe systems, and hydraulics. Shop drawings,
plumbing code definitions and portable
water systems complete this course.
ARP 151 and 152 Plumber and
Pipefitter (Year V)
4 Credits Each
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ARP
141/142 or permission of coordinator
This course teaches written and verbal communication,
modern materials, advanced blueprint
reading, code problems, code differences,
code interpretation, contracts, tools,
safety, inventory, medical gas, cross connection,
and leadership. American Disabilities
Act (ADA) and how to apply OSHA standards
complete this course.
ARS - APPRENTICE-
RELATED
SHEET METAL
ARS 111 and 112 Sheet Metal I
4 Credits Each
This course introduces safety, shop/trade
mathematics, the principles of layout, the elements
of blueprint reading and fabrication.
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