Local 68 Training Center - IUOE Local 68

Local 68 Training Center
Fall Classes Begin the Week of Sept. 19, 2011
HVAC Troubleshooting - 6 Hour Tune Up Class
Classes 9 am to noon and 1 pm to 4 pm, Times available Mon-Fri
Call 973-227-6426 to schedule.
Special Summer Pricing - Only $75 per person
Maximum 4 students per class
Learn how to set up gauges, evacuate a system, charge a system, install or sweat service valves,
determine proper superheat and more.
Don’t Miss This Informative Seminar:
Disaster Preparedness Seminar, Tuesday, September 13
DAY: 9:30-11:30 am OR EVENING: 5:30-8:30 pm
Presentation on how to prepare for a natural or manmade disaster as we have seen in recent
times in the United States and overseas. You will learn about proper equipment and successful
methods of encountering such a challenge. $35.00 per person
Building Automation Systems, 72 hours
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 am-noon OR Mondays and Wednesdays, 6-9 pm
This is an advanced course for persons experienced with computers and control systems. Students will be exposed to
computer based building management systems. This course provides hands-on experience using a Hampden Trainer
with Johnson Controls hardware and software using graphic displays, evaluating system architecture, hardware,
equipment, sensors, set points monitors, and data compilation or “Trending” evaluation.
Blue Seal Refrigeration License Course, 72 hours
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-9 pm
This course is a structured preparatory program to provide students with a thorough understanding of the
equipment requirements, operator responsibilities, rules, regulations, and safety concerns related to the New
Jersey State Blue Seal Refrigeration Engineer’s License Examination.
Building Maintenance, 72 hours
Mondays and Tuesdays, 9 am-noon OR 6-9 pm
The course provides an overview of the important maintenance procedures and repairs in facilities, safety,
sheetrocking, plumbing and tiling. This course will provide intensive hands-on training in the process of soldering,
brazing, MIG welding, and the safety training important to the proper and safe use of tools and equipment. The
students will construct a room and install plumbing, sheetrock and tile.
Critical Systems Technology, 72 hours
Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 am-noon OR 6-9 pm
Critical Systems Management is becoming a core skill for operating engineers. This course will introduce the student
to the critical systems equipment found in data centers and mission critical facilities where power supply and
environmental control interruption is not acceptable. The program will cover basic algebra, electrical physics, industrial
safety procedures, power distribution, switching systems, transformers, emergency generators, transfer switches,
Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS), battery types, static transfer switches, environmental conditioning equipment, air
distribution systems, rules governing work in a data center, electrical connectors, fire risk mitigation and suppression,
and general techniques used in these facilities. Prerequisites: NJ Black Seal Steam, Blue Seal Refrigeration and CFC
Universal or work in a data center.
WEST CALDWELL - Fall 2011 Semester

Electricity for Stationary Engineering, 72 hours
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 am-noon OR 6-9 pm
This course will provide each student with electrical principles, theory and safety. Students will have an introduction to
electrical symbols, prints, schematics, wiring, pictorial, and ladder electrical diagrams enhancing the skills necessary for
basic electrical troubleshooting techniques. The course will also provide the student with the undertanding of safety
using Lock-out Tag-out practices. Theory and practical knowledge will be taught to use multimeters, series circuits,
parallel circuits, Ohms Law, residential and commercial wiring.
HVAC Electrical Troubleshooting, 72 hours
Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 am-noon OR 6-9 pm
This course will provide each student the practical understanding of electrical controls, operation of HVAC and
circuitry in order to understand its operation. Student will use instruments and tools to diagnose basic control
circuits and HVAC cycle to determine faults and problems impeding normal operation of the HVAC device due to
circuit or HVAC mechanical component failure, air conditioning and preventive maintenance will be covered.
Refrigeration for Stationary Engineering, 72 hours
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-9 pm
Provides students with a thorough understanding of the refrigeration process including appropriate environmental
concerns. Included in the course are the functions and applications of the components of the refrigeration system,
such as compressors, drive mechanisms, evaporators, condensers, liquid receivers, heat exchangers, expansion valves,
metering devices, dryers, sight glasses and more.
Black Seal Steam, 72 hours
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30-8:30 pm
Basics of boiler operations. An understanding of safety valves, water level devices, blow-down systems, fuel pumps
and fuel preparation, feed water and circulating pumps, turbines, condensers, heat exchangers, soot blowers, steam
separators, DA tanks, and all other auxiliary equipment associated with turbine operation. Students will review
appropriate rules and regulations for boiler and boiler operations in preparation for the New Jersey State Black Seal
Fireman’s License Examination.
OSHA-10 - General Industry Safety Training
Classes Also Available at Your Job Site Upon Request
This is the 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health Course. Topics will include an introduction to the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), walking and working surfaces, exit routes, emergency action plans, fire
prevention plans, electrical issues and more. Students will receive course completion cards. Instructors are OSHA-
Authorized. To schedule a class at your job site, call the Local 68 Training Center.
Tuition Information:
Local 68 Members from Contributing Sites:
$225 per year (Jan. 1 to Dec. 31) plus the cost of books
Local 68 Members from Non-Contributing Sites:
$450 per year (Jan. 1 to Dec. 31) plus the cost of books
Non-Local 68 Members/Public Students:
$700 per semester plus the cost of books
Site-specific training is available upon request. Please
contact the Training Center for any of your educational
needs. Classes are subject to change based on participation.
Local 68 IUOE West Caldwell Training Center
14 Fairfield Place• West Caldwell, N.J.
973-227-6426 • www.iuoe-68.org