Covers techniques of verbal and non-verbal communication. Presentation techniques in informative, demonstrative, persuasive and impromptu situations are stressed.

The knowledge and skills required to perform basic plumbing installations and repairs are covered.

This course will introduce the student to the maintenance and repair of HVAC/R equipment encountered in the workplace. Basic theory of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration will be covered; emphasis will be placed on preventative maintenance. The student will apply theory in lab exercises demonstrating competency with general repair and the use of temperature and electrical meters, recording data, and performing adjustments to keep equipment at peak efficiency.

In this course, students explore electrical principles and theory. Using standard testing equipment, students measure and troubleshoot equipment. Students practice wiring and installing a variety of electrical devices and systems. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical components of air-conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems.

Basic construction methods and building materials are discussed. Students develop the knowledge and skills to perform a wide range of building maintenance activities.

In this course, students apply safe operating procedures to their use of hand tools and power tools for construction tasks. They interpret construction drawings, perform basic construction calculations, and practice using test instruments to gather data on length, volume, area, depth, and dimensions. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to safely complete basic construction tasks using hand tools and power tools.

In this course, students explore the Gateway Technical College community. They examine college resources and services, investigate skills that lead to academic success, and identify strategies for achieving educational and personal goals.

Reviews the four basic mathematical operations on whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Also covers basic algebra and trigonometry related to technical fields.

Please complete 442-306 Welding / Pipe Gas Metal Arc Welding or 442-316 Structural Shielded Metal Arc Welding This is for informational purposes only. Once you register for your course, you can delete this block from your timeline.

Structure and theory of the two and four cycle engines. Troubleshooting, storage, maintenance, and repair of the small gas engine are included. Safety of the operator is stressed along with the use and study of operator's manuals for small power equipment.