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BUILDING/CONSTRUCTION TRADES

CORE TRAINING FOR SKILLED TRADES
This course is designed to prepare the student for completion of the first curriculum of the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), which must be completed before other NCCER courses can be attempted. Topics include: basic safety, introduction to construction math, introduction to hand tools, introduction to power tools, introduction to construction drawings, basic rigging, basic communication skills, basic employability skills, and introduction to materials handling. Students must contact the bookstore prior to the start of class to secure course materials. No class 11/25/20.
Total Cost: $650 (Tuition: $100 Course Fee: $550)

Section	Days	Sessions	Dates	Times	Room
CEI 930 9A	M/W	20	9/28-12/07/2020	6-9pm	T132/T122

LICENSURE PREP FOR HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTORS (MHIC)
This course is designed for those who would like to sit for the Maryland Home Improvement Contractor/Subcontractor licensing exam. Instruction will focus on the terms and concepts relative to the home improvement contractor’s licensing exam. The National Assessment Institute's Maryland Home Improvement Reference Manual is the textbook for this course.
Total Cost: $230 (Tuition: $75 Course Fee: $155)

Section	Days	Sessions	Dates	Times	Format
CEO 325 9B	M/W	7	10/07-10/28/2020	6-9:15pm	Online, Synchronous

DRAFTING & DESIGN PROGRAM
This certificate program prepares students for employment as entry-level drafters in architectural and engineering professions or for further study in the field. Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to interpret and create technical drawings using various types of CAD software, understand and demonstrate the use of industry standards, perform estimates and scheduling for various types of projects, and much more.
For additional information, contact a College Admissions Officer at admissions@chesapeake.edu or the Skilled Trades Department at SkilledTrades@chesapeake.edu.

ELECTRICAL

Electricians install electrical systems in structures; they install wiring and other electrical components, such as circuit breaker panels, switches, and light fixtures; and they follow blueprints, the National Electrical Code® and state and local codes. To prepare learners for a career in the electrical field, we offer the NCCER Electrical Program, a comprehensive four-level electrical curriculum that complies with the Department of Labor time-based standards for registered apprenticeships. Each level is divided into two consecutive classes (Part 1 and Part 2). Instruction consists of both classroom (theory) and lab (hands-on) training throughout the program.

PREREQUISITES: at least 16 years of age, College Placement Test for Arithmetic, Core Training for Skilled Trades (CEI 930).

ELECTRICAL TRAINING LEVEL 1 – PART 1 (CET 347)
This continuing education course is the first course in the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Level 1 electrical curriculum. Topics include: electrical circuits, electrical safety and hazards, electrical power equations, electromotive force, series parallel and resistive circuits. Students must contact the bookstore prior to the start of class to secure course materials. No class 3/15/21.
Total Cost: $650 (Tuition: $100 Course Fee: $550)

Section	Days	Sessions	Dates	Times	Room
CET 347 9A	M/W	24	1/25-4/19/2021	6-9pm	T104/T122A

ELECTRICAL TRAINING - LEVEL 1 – PART 2
You will build on the basic skills learned in Electrical Training Level 1 – Part 1. Topics include a more in-depth look at the National Electrical Code ® introducing the layout and types of information found within the code. You will also practice finding information in the Code using easy-to-follow procedures. Hardware and systems used to mount and support boxes, receptacle and other electrical components will be covered as well as NEC® fill and pull requirements for device, pull and junction boxes under 100 cubic inches. You will be introduced to conduit bending and installation using hand-operated and step conduit benders, as well as cutting, reaming, and threading conduit. The types and applications of raceways, wireways, and ducts will also be covered. This training meets the requirements for the Maryland Training and Apprenticeship Program for registered apprentices. This is a hands-on class and is a combination of classroom and lab hours. Prerequisite: Electrical Training Level 1 - Part 1 (CET 347) or industry experience and instructor approval. Check back here for Spring 2021 offerings.

ELECTRICAL TRAINING LEVEL 2 – PART 1 (CET 349)
This continuing education course is the first course in the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Level 2 electrical curriculum. Topics include: forces that are characteristic of alternating-current systems, AC and DC motors, conduit bending, select and size pull boxes, junction boxes and handholds. Students must contact the bookstore prior to the start of class to secure course materials. No class 3/16/21.
Total Cost: $650 (Tuition: $100 Course Fee: $550)

Section	Days	Sessions	Dates	Times	Room
CET 349 9A	T/Th	24	1/26-4/20/2021	6-9pm	T132/T122A
CET 349 9B	T/Th	24	1/26-4/20/2021	6-9pm	T124/T122A

ELECTRICAL TRAINING LEVEL 3 – PART 1 (CET 351)
This continuing education course is the first course in the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Level 3 curriculum. Topics will include: Load calculations - branch circuits, conductor selection and calculations, practical application of lighting and hazardous locations, and overcurrent protection. Students must contact the bookstore prior to the start of class to secure course materials. No class 3/15/21.
Total Cost: $650 (Tuition: $100 Course Fee: $550)

Section	Days	Sessions	Dates	Times	Room
CET 351 9A	M/W	24	1/25-4/19/2021	6-9pm	T132/T122B

ELECTRICAL TRAINING – LEVEL 3 – PART 2
You will expand on skills acquired Electrical Training Level 2 – Part.1. You will learn how to size and select circuit breakers and fuses for various applications, and short circuit calculations and troubleshooting. Switchboards and switchgears including installation, grounding, and maintenance requirements will be covered. The course will present information on transformer types, construction, installation considerations, and NEC® requirements for commercial services. This training meets the requirements for the Maryland Training and Apprenticeship Program for registered apprentices. This is a hands-on class and is a combination of classroom and lab hours. Prerequisite: Electrical Training Level 3 – Part 1 or industry experience and instructor approval. Check back here for Spring 2021 offerings.

HVAC

Heating, ventilation, and air condition (HVAC) technicians install, service, and repair a vast array of systems that control the temperature and air quality in buildings. To prepare learners for a career in the HVAC field, students utilize the NCCER Electrical Program, a comprehensive four-level HVAC curriculum that complies with the Department of Labor time-based standards for registered apprenticeships. Each level is divided into two consecutive classes (Part 1 and Part 2). Instruction consists of both classroom (theory) and lab (hands-on) training throughout the program.

PREREQUISITES: at least 16 years of age, College Placement Test for Arithmetic, Core Training for Skilled Trades (CEI 930).

HVAC - LEVEL 1 – PART 1 (CET 330)
This course is the first level of the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) curriculum for HVAC/R students. Students will be introduced to career opportunities in the HVAC/R field, tools of the trade, and trade mathematics. Other topics include copper and plastic piping practices, soldering and brazing, and ferrous metal piping practices. Students must contact the bookstore prior to the start of class to secure course materials. No class 3/16/21.
Total Cost: $650 (Tuition: $100 Course Fee: $550)

Section	Days	Sessions	Dates	Times	Room
CET 330 9A	T/Th	24	1/26-04/20/21	6-9pm	T104/T123

HVAC - LEVEL 2 – PART 1 (CET 332)
This continuing education course is the first part of the two courses in Level 2 of the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) HVAC Curriculum. Topics include altering current, compressors, refrigerants and oils, leak detection, evacuation recovery and charging, metering devices, and heat pumps. Students must contact the bookstore prior to the start of class to secure course materials. No class 3/16/21.
Total Cost: $650 (Tuition: $100 Course Fee: $550)

Section	Days	Sessions	Dates	Times	Room
CET 332 9A	T/Th	26	1/26-04/27/21	6-9pm	T104/T123

HVAC - LEVEL 3 – PART 1 (CET 334)
This continuing education course is the first part of the two courses in Level 3 of the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) HVAC Curriculum. Topics include hardware, fasteners and wiring terminations, as well as troubleshooting various heating and cooling systems. Students must contact the bookstore prior to the start of class to secure course materials. No class 3/15/21.
Total Cost: $650 (Tuition: $100 Course Fee: $550)

Section	Days	Sessions	Dates	Times	Room
CET 334 9A	M/W	26	1/25-04/26/21	6-9pm	T105/T123

EPA SECTION 608 CERTIFICATION PREP & EXAM

This continuing education course is designed to prepare students for the EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Exam and certification. Topics will include discussion of refrigerants, the responsibilities and requirements for use, and how to properly and responsibly use the equipment. Students must contact the bookstore prior to the start of class to secure course materials.
Total Cost: $305 (Tuition: $60 Course Fee: $245)

Section	Days	Sessions	Dates	Times	Room
CEI 709 9A	S	3	02/06-02/20/2021	8am-4pm	T132

WELDING

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FUNDAMENTALS OF WELDING

Course designed to provide introductory knowledge and skills for an entry-level welder. Topics include occupational and safety considerations, identification of suitable metals, electrodes and wires, performing various welding techniques, basic welding symbols and codes, welding inspection methods, and groove and fillet welds on carbon steel. Course provides an overview of oxy-fuel cutting, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), and flux-core arc welding (FCAW) processes. Textbook required, contact the College Bookstore. Course fee $723 (Tuition: In-county$100, Out-of-county $105, Out-of-state $110)

Section	Days	Sessions	Dates	Times	Room
COL 066 9A	M/W	15	10/19-12/12/2020	6-9:00pm	MTC101
COL 066 9B	S	8	10/17-12/12/2020	8:30am-3:30pm	MTC101

Contact the Skilled Trades Department at skilledtrades@chesapeake.edu or 410-822-5400 ext 2360 for more information.

WORK READY WELDING

This course is designed to provide knowledge of the Fundamentals of Welding, cutting processes, Fabrication processes and Essential Skills for Workplace Excellence. At the end of the program, students will be prepared for and given an industry-recognized welding certification test (American Welding Society Code D1.1 - carbon steel plate test). Textbook required, contact the College Bookstore. Students will register for all sections in the course at one time (Work Ready Welding Part I, Part II, Part III). No class 11/25-27.
Total Cost: $2,999 (Tuition: $200 Course Fee: $2,799)

WORK READY WELDING PART I

Section	Days	Sessions	Dates	Times	Room
CET 313 9A	M/T/W/Th/F	10	11/02-11/13/2020	9am-12pm & 12:30pm-3pm	MTC101

WORK READY WELDING PART II

Section	Days	Sessions	Dates	Times	Room
CET 314 9A	M/T/W/Th/F	10	11/16-12/02/2020	9am-12pm & 12:30pm-3pm	MTC101

WORK READY WELDING PART III

Section	Days	Sessions	Dates	Times	Room
CET 315 9A	M/T/W/Th/F	10	12/03-12/16/2020	9am-12pm & 12:30pm-3pm	MTC101

Contact the Skilled Trades Department at skilledtrades@chesapeake.edu or 410-822-5400 ext 2360 for more information.