Facility Maintenance
Whether you’re interested in understanding the fundamentals of maintenance as a home handyperson or looking to make a career in facilities maintenance, there is a path for you at WCCCD.
The college certificate will provide the fundamentals of residential wiring, heating, and plumbing to prepare you for minor repairs. The AAS program prepares you to start your career in facilities maintenance in any industry and fulfill the requirements for the State of Michigan and local licensing examinations. The certificate will satisfy the competency requirements for the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospital Organizations (JCAHO) for facility maintenance training if you want to work in a healthcare facility.
What’s the job outlook for general maintenance and repair workers positions?
Employment for general maintenance and repair workers is projected to grow by 4% from 2022 to 2032.
Recommended course sequencing
Semester 1 Total: 12 Credits
- ENG 119 - English I 3 Credit(s)
- FM 101 - Basic Facility Maintenance 3 Credit(s)
- FM 102 - Plumbing and Pipe Fitting 3 Credit(s)
- MAT 121 - Technical Mathematics I 3 Credit(s)
Semester 2 Total: 14 Credits
- FM 103 - Carpentry 3 Credit(s)
- FM 104 - General Maintenance 3 Credit(s)
- HVA 106 - Basic Heating and Heating Controls 5 Credit(s)
- MAT 122 - Technical Mathematics II 3 Credit(s)
Semester 3 Total: 12 Credits
- ENG 134 - Technical Communications 3 Credit(s)
- FM 105 - Grounds Maintenance 3 Credit(s)
- HVA 200 - Introduction to Boiler Plant Maintenance 3 Credit(s)
- PS 101 - American Government 3 Credit(s)
Semester 4 Total: 12 Credits
- Elective Other 3 Credit(s)
- FM 106 - Safety and Support Services 3 Credit(s)
- HVA 118 - Codes and Regulations 3 Credit(s)
- HVA 205 - Steam I 3 Credit(s)
Semester 5 Total: 12 Credits
- Elective Natural Science or Social Science 3 Credit(s)
- Elective Other 3 Credit(s)
- FM 299 - Facility Maintenance Co-op 3 Credit(s)
- HVA 215 - Boiler Plant Accessories 3 Credit(s)
Semester 1 Total: 12 Credits
- ENG 119 - English I 3 Credit(s)
- FM 101 - Basic Facility Maintenance 3 Credit(s)
- FM 102 - Plumbing and Pipe Fitting 3 Credit(s)
- MAT 121 - Technical Mathematics I 3 Credit(s)
Semester 2 Total: 11 Credits
- FM 103 - Carpentry 3 Credit(s)
- FM 104 - General Maintenance 3 Credit(s)
- HVA 106 - Basic Heating and Heating Controls 5 Credit(s)
Semester 3 Total: 9 Credits
- EE 103 - Residential Wiring 3 Credit(s)
- FM 105 - Grounds Maintenance 3 Credit(s)
- HVA 200 - Introduction to Boiler Plant Maintenance 3 Credit(s)
Where is the Facility Maintenance Associate of Applied Science (AAS) and College Certificate Program Offered?
Our Eastern campus offers the Facility Maintenance Associate of Applied Science (AAS) and College Certificate program. As a WCCCD student, you can take courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.
It is the policy of WCCCD that no person, based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, or political affiliation or belief, shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in employment or in any program or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education.
