Construction & Development
Building Maintenance Engineering
Program Summary
Most craft workers specialize in one kind of work, such as plumbing or carpentry. General maintenance and repair workers, however, have skills in many different crafts. They repair and maintain machines, mechanical equipment, and buildings and work on plumbing, and electrical, systems. They build partitions; make drywall repairs; and fix or install windows, doors, floors, woodwork, and other parts of building structures. They also maintain and repair specialized equipment and machinery found in cafeterias, laundries, hospitals, stores, offices, and factories. Typical duties include troubleshooting and fixing faulty electrical switches, and unclogging drains. New buildings sometimes have computer-controlled systems, requiring workers to acquire basic computer skills. For example, new air-conditioning systems often can be controlled from a central computer terminal. In addition, light sensors can be electronically controlled to turn off lights automatically after a set amount of time.
Employment Trends
General maintenance and repair workers are employed in almost every industry.
The most successful works have some professional training which is supplemented with on-the-job training by working as helpers to other repairers or to construction workers such as carpenters, electricians, or machinery repairers.
Job openings should be plentiful due to significant turnover in this large occupation.
Program Objectives
Successful completion of each course earns a Certificate of Completion
Coursework leading to award of a Continuing Education Certificate
Program Curriculum
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Crs #
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Course Name |
Hrs
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OPTION 1: |
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OCU322
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Building Maintenance Engineer, Level I |
42
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OCU324
|
Building Maintenance Engineer, Level II. |
42
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Program total |
84
|
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OPTION 2: |
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OCU322
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Building Maintenance Engineer, Level I |
42
|
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OCU329
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Electric Repair: Basic Skills |
12
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OCU330
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Plumbing Repair: Basic Skills |
12
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OCU331
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Drywall: Installation and Repair |
15
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Program total |
81
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take all the classes at the same time?
Yes, the college allows concurrent enrollment in Building Maintenance Engineer, Level 1 and Level 2.
If the Level 1 class is full, can I take Level 2 and enroll in Level 1 next semester?
No. You may enroll in the short courses offered during the semester. The three short courses are similar
to the training provided in the Level 2 course. These short courses also provide options for individuals who may be interested in developing their repair skills in a specific area.
For additional information, contact:
Adrienne Crowell, PGCC Program Coordinator
301-322-0894,
acrowell@pgcc.edu
Key Words
- Home repair
- Home improvement
- Home maintenance
- Handyman