Applied Technology Center

This course introduces and reinforces knowledge of heavy duty automatic transmissions and drive trains including study in components, maintenance, diagnostics and repair.

This course introduces and reinforces the theory, operation and service techniques of medium/heavy duty manual transmissions and associated components including clutch and flywheel.

Foundation course in concepts and theories of Heavy/Medium duty vehicle air conditioning and heating systems. Emphasis is placed on application of principles to operate A/C recovery machines, EPA rules and regulations regulating the recovery of refrigerant, testing mobile heating and A/C systems and diagnostics of these systems.

Foundation course in concepts and theories of Heavy/Medium duty vehicle electrical circuits and components. Emphasis is placed on application of principles to operate electrical meters, scope meters, and other electrical test equipment. Schematic wiring diagrams will be used to interpret circuit operation and formulate diagnostic procedures. This course satisfies 6 hours of instruction toward completing embedded human relations curriculum requirements, in accordance with Embedded Curriculum Guidelines Option A. This course satisfies 20 hours of instruction toward completing the embedded math curriculum requirements, in accordance with Embedded Curriculum Guidelines Option A.

This course introduces the student to basics of diesel fundamentals through the use of lectures, films, visual inspection and demonstrations. The course objective is to build an educational foundation that will support advanced learning in diesel repair, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. This course satisfies 12 hours of instruction toward completing the embedded math curriculum requirements, in accordance with Embedded Curriculum Guidelines Option A. This course satisfies 15 hours of instruction toward completing the embedded human relations curriculum requirements, in accordance with Embedded Curriculum Guidelines Option A.

This course will provide an overview of diesel technology. An introductory course describing the principles of operation, design, construction and maintenance of Heavy/Medium duty vehicles. Activities include shop safety emphasis, use of service manuals, use of tools and fasteners, general maintenance of cooling systems, lubricating systems; an overview and demonstration of electrical, fuel and ignition systems; an overview and explanation of chassis, steering, suspension and brake systems. Human relations, leadership and work ethics related to the diesel industry will also be covered.

This course will provide an overview of diesel technology. An introductory course describing the principles of operation, design, construction and maintenance of Heavy/Medium duty vehicles. Activities include shop safety emphasis, use of service manuals, use of tools and fasteners, general maintenance of cooling systems, lubricating systems; an overview and demonstration of electrical, fuel and ignition systems; an overview and explanation of chassis, steering, suspension and brake systems. Human relations, leadership and work ethics related to the diesel industry will also be covered.

Safety and risk management curriculum is designed for construction supervisory personnel. The course includes the required 30 hours of authorized training as required by Nevada law to earn an OSHA 30 card. In addition, salary and benefits, payroll burdens, profitability, workmen's compensation, unemployment insurance and general liability insurance will be covered as part of the risk management topics associated with construction management best practices.

On-Site Supervision provides the basis for that education. It is a comprehensive, competency-based program that gives both veteran and new field managers a step by step approach to honing natural abilities, developing essential skills, and generally improving their performances as leaders. This course may be repeated for up to four credits.

A basic course designed to help construction professionals develop their understanding of the material take off or quality survey process for estimating. Specific estimating methods for assemblies of materials and by trade will form the basis for the approach used in class. The course will emphasize the basic formulas for area and volume for materials measurement and how it is used in manual and computerized estimating software. Use of online plan and document bid services will supplement the class lectures and text.