Building Maintenance, Certificate

Program Details

Semester 1

• BMA 165 - Boiler Room Maintenance Credits: 1
• ELT 303 - Principles of Electricity Credits: 3
• HSC 101 - Emergency Care Credits: 1
• Select one course from Option 1 Credits: 2

Total Credits Required to Complete this Certificate - 7

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$178.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total for certificate: $1,646**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Organize work schedule of jobs needing completion.
• Maintain records of work completed.
• Maintain and repair various mechanical components of a building, such as door and window hardware.
• Carry out minor plumbing and electrical work for maintenance.
• Operate and maintain the heating and cooling system.
• Maintain the building for safety standards

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Demonstrate mechanical ability through use of hand and power tools.
• Visualize components and their relationship to each other.
• Demonstrate organizational skills in planning the work schedules.
• Demonstrate organizational skills and attention to detail in keeping records of work completed.
• Be a self-starter and work with little supervision.

What Else Should I Consider about this Specialist Certificate?

• Trained mechanical personnel can add to the profitability of a building by applying knowledge of energy conservation.
• This program may be a stepping stone for additional or in-depth knowledge in any one area.
• Median national pay in 2020: $40,850 per year/ $19.64 per hour bls.gov.

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