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Building Systems & Maintenance
Learn the skills needed to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot the essential systems that keep buildings running smoothly. This hands-on training covers HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, and other building systems, preparing students for careers in facilities management, maintenance, and technical trades.
Advanced Automation Controls
Instructor: Steve Bartoni | Location: El Cerrito High School
Welcome to Manufacturing Technology. This class is for students that want to become an Automation Technician/Engineer. You will be responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing automated industrial computer controlled systems. Learn different programming skills related to Robotic Automation, PLC’s and HMI’s. Understand electrical and electronic principles in this trade. We also teach you industrial communication protocols. Learn for the future in this demanding field.
Certificado de Reparación de Mantenimiento
Avanzado
Instructor: Steve Bartoni | Location: El Cerrito High School
Gain hands-on training in the principles and theory of air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Learn soldering, brazing, and refrigerant recovery techniques while testing, adjusting, and troubleshooting systems such as split units, heat pumps, chillers, and ventilation systems. This course also prepares students for EPA Type I, II, III, and Universal certifications, discussed during the first session.
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Certificado de Reparación de Mantenimiento
Principiante
Instructor: Jose Rodriguez | Location: Alvarado Adult School
Espacio limitado a 10 estudiantes. Prerequisito: Clase de Principiante. La clase de principiante puede tomarse al mismo tiempo que la clase avanzada.
Home Maintenance & Repair
Instructor: John Murphy | Location: Richmond High School
Learn essential home maintenance skills for small projects around the house. Students will practice using tools, repairing plumbing leaks, patching walls, installing minor electrical fixtures, and more. Gain hands-on experience with all tools and supplies provided.
Math for Trades
Instructor: Michelle Cascio | Location: Richmond High School
This course is designed to prepare students to pass local union apprenticeship exams. It will cover the specific math concepts found on the test as well as the test-taking strategies to help students succeed. Students build a strong theoretical foundation and strengthen math skill sets in their specific field of trade.
Stationary Engineering Training
Instructor: Steve Bartoni | Location: El Cerrito High School
Start a career as a Stationary Engineer (Local 39) with hands-on training in operating and managing systems in high-rise buildings, hospitals, hotels, and more. Learn to operate boilers, chillers, pumps, air compressors, ventilation, electrical distribution, fire safety systems, and water treatment, as well as welding and fabrication skills. The course also prepares students for EPA Type I, II, III, and Universal certifications, discussed in the first session.