Facility Maintenance: Building Engineer
As a facilities engineer, you specialize in managing and maintaining equipment and machinery in plants or similar settings. Your role can range from troubleshooting problems to working with vendors to fix a significant piece of equipment. As a building engineer, you must be versatile and able to work with any issue in the building you are responsible for.
Suppose you like to work with your hands, fix complex problems, and have some autonomy. In that case, the Building Engineer certificate covers the maintenance of boilers, HVAC systems, electrical, and plumbing, all areas required to work in any facility in any industry.
What’s the job outlook for positions such as stationery engineers and boiler operators?
The employment of stationary engineers and boiler operators is expected to grow by 3% from 2022 to 2032.
Recommended course sequencing
Semester 1 Total: 13 Credits
- DRT 101 - Blueprint Reading 3 Credit(s)
- HVA 100 - Introduction to HVAC and Hermetic Systems 5 Credit(s)
- HVA 106 - Basic Heating and Heating Controls 5 Credit(s)
Semester 2 Total: 8 Credits
- HVA 103 - Commercial Refrigeration 4 Credit(s)
- HVA 108 - Refrigeration Controls 4 Credit(s)
Semester 3 Total: 12 Credits
- FM 101 - Basic Facility Maintenance 3 Credit(s)
- FM 102 - Plumbing and Pipe Fitting 3 Credit(s)
- HVA 111 - Applied Electricity in Air Conditioning and Heating 3 Credit(s)
- HVA 200 - Introduction to Boiler Plant Maintenance 3 Credit(s)
Where is the Facilities Maintenance – Building Engineer Program Offered?
The Facilities Maintenance – Building Engineer Certificate program is offered at our Eastern campus. As a WCCCD student, you can take courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.
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