Proposed Fall 2003 Standards Revisions

Major Appliance Technology, Diploma

Proposed Revisions

The Major Appliance Technology Working Committee, in collaboration with the Major Appliance Technology State Technical Committee, recommends the revisions to standards stated in the attached Major Appliance Technology Probe Report.

Recommended Action – DTAE Staff:

Recommend proposed revisions

Recommended Action – Joint VPIS/Presidents Ad Hoc Standards Committee:

Recommend proposed revisions

Board Approved Action:

TBD

Summary of Changes: Major Appliance Technology, Diploma

Credit Changes:

Hours / Current / Proposed / Difference
Total Credit / 80 / 90 / +10
Recommended / Difference
DTAE / 90 / +10
VPSI/Pres AHSC / 90 / +10
Approved / Difference
STATE BOARD / TBD

2002

Standards Revision Project
An Industry-Driven Report of Standardized Programs in Georgia Technical Colleges
Major Appliance Technology
Probe Report
August 2002
Georgia Department of Technical and Adult Education
Facilitators: James Morris

Quality Improvement Initiative

The program standards and guides materials, which form the basis for instruction in Georgia’s technical colleges, are developed to support industry driven needs. Faculty and local program advisory committees review programs, each year, to ensure the latest technology and employment needs are addressed for the program.

Through the Instructional Faculty Consortium Committee (IFCC) process, programs are reviewed and, if needed, recommendations are made to update competencies found in the program. Given the accelerating changes in technology and the workplace, a major systematic updating of all standardized programs in the technical colleges, with business and industry involvements, is needed.

A joint IFCC Executive Board and State Technical Committee (STC) meeting was held in July 2002 to examine the Major Appliance Technology diploma program. A working committee composed of instructors and state technical committee members met in July to discuss and respond to recommendations made by the IFCC Executive Board and STC members.

Currently, the Probe process is being initiated for program revisions recommended by the Working Committee. The following sections are included in this Probe document:

  • a listing of the IFCC Executive Board
  • a listing of the State Technical Committee members
  • a list of the Working Committee members and
  • recommendations made by the IFCC Executive Board and STC

The recommended changes/revisions made in this document apply to the Major Appliance Technology diploma programs. The deleted items are reflected with a strikethrough while new material is boldfaced. Course number and course title changes are recommended to more accurately describe the course level and content of the affected courses and enhance transferability.

The appropriate sections from the program standards are included, showing recommended revisions, and a revised curriculum sequence illustrates the impact of revisions on scheduling.

Committee Members for the Major Appliance Technology Program

IFCC Executive Board
Jimmy Koon
ColumbusTechnicalCollege / John Lipham
ColumbusTechnicalCollege
State Technical Committee
Greg Doster
Pembroke Pines, Florida / Kenneth Tyson
Acworth, Georgia
Joe Reese
Swainsboro, Georgia
Working Committee
Jimmy Koon
ColumbusTechnicalCollege / Greg Doster
Pembroke Pines, Florida
John Lipham
ColumbusTechnicalCollege / Kenneth Tyson
Acworth, Georgia
James Morris
Department of Technical and Adult Education

State Technical Committee/Working Committee

Discussion and Recommendations

Current and Proposed changes for

Major Appliance Technology Diploma

a)Major Appliance TechnologyDiploma Program Description

The Major Appliance Technology program prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in the appliance servicing industry. The Major Appliance Technology program provides learning opportunities, which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program of study adheres to the voluntary Skill Standard for Major Home Appliance Service Technicians developed by the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) and prepares graduates to sit for the National Appliance Service Technician Certification (NASTEC) Examination. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of major appliance servicing. Graduates of the program receive a Major Appliance Technology diploma and are qualified as entry-level appliance service technicians.

MAJOR APPLIANCE TECHNOLOGY DIPLOMA

b) Core Course
1) General Core Courses / 13
EMP / 100 / Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development / 3
ENG / 100 / English / 5
MAT / 101 / General Mathematics / 5
2) / Occupational Courses / 6277
ACT / 100 / Refrigeration Fundamentals / 4
ACT / 101 / Principles and Practices of Refrigeration / 7
ACT / 103 / Electrical Fundamentals / 5
APS / 100 / Appliance Controls Fundamentals / 4
APS / 101 / Laundry Appliances I / 5
APS / 102 / Laundry Appliances II / 4
APS / 103 / Kitchen Appliances I / 5
APS / 104 / Kitchen Appliances II / 4
APS / 105 / Refrigeration Appliances I / 5
APS / 106 / Refrigeration Appliances II / 4
APS / 107 / Microwave Ovens / 54
APS / 108 / Household Appliance Serving Occupation-Based Instruction I / 5
APS / 110 / Appliance Motors / 4
ELT / 106 / Electrical Prints, Schematics, and Symbols / 3
IFC / 100 / Industrial Safety Procedures / 2
IFC / 101 / Direct Current I / 4
IFC / 102 / Alternating Current I / 4
SCT / 100 / Introduction to Microcomputers / 3
XXX / xxx / Elective(s) / 5
c) / Program Final Exit Point
Major Appliance Technology, Diploma
d) / Credits Required for Graduation
8090 minimum quarter-hour credits required for graduation

Modified and new courses in the Major Appliance Technology program include:

ACT 101 – Principles and Practices of Refrigeration

Course Description:

Introduces the use of refrigeration tools, materials, and procedures needed to install, repair, and service refrigeration systems. Topics include: refrigeration tools; piping practices; service valves; leak testing; refrigerant recovery, recycling, and reclamation; evacuation; charging; and safety.

Competency Areas / Hours:
Refrigeration Tools / Class / 4
Piping Practices / D. Lab / 6
Service Valves / P. Lab/O.B.I. / 0
Leak Testing / Credit / 7
Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling, and Reclamation
Evacuation
Charging
Safety
Prerequisite: / ACT 100
Corequisite:

ACT 103 – Electrical Fundamentals

Introduction to fundamental electrical concepts and theories as applied to the air conditioning industry. Topics include: AC and DC theory, electric meters, electric diagrams, distribution systems, electrical panels, voltage circuits, code requirements, and safety.

Competency Areas: / Hours:
AC and DC Theory / Class / 4
Electric Meters / D. Lab / 3
Electric Diagrams / P. Lab/O.B.I. / 0
Distribution Systems / Credit / 5
Electrical Panels
Voltage Circuits
Code Requirements
Safety
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Corequisite:

APS 100 – Appliance Controls Fundamentals

Course Description:

Introduces the fundamental theory and operational characteristics of appliance operational control systems. Emphasis is placed on control of temperature, time, speed, pressure, volume, and safety. Topics include: mechanical controls, electrical controls, electronic controls, gas controls, coupling components, safety monitoring circuits, and principles of servicing.

Competency Areas: /

Hours:

Mechanical Controls / Class / 3
Electrical Controls / D. Lab / 2
Electronic Controls / P. Lab/O.B.I. / 0
Gas Controls / Credit / 4
Coupling Components
Safety Monitoring Circuits
Principles of Servicing
Prerequisite: IFC 102
Corequisite:

APS 101 – Laundry Appliances I

Course Description:

Provides knowledge and skills in diagnosis and repair of major household laundry appliances. Emphasis is placed on servicing gas dryers and electric dryers. Topics include: component application and identification, diagnosis and repair of malfunctioning electrical, electronic and mechanical components, wiring diagram interpretation, and dryer installation.

Competency Areas: /

Hours:

Component Application and Identification / Class / 3
Diagnosis and Repair of Malfunctioning Electrical, Electronic and Mechanical Components / D. Lab / 2
P. Lab/O.B.I. / 3
Wiring Diagram Interpretation / Credit / 5
Dryer Installation
Prerequisite: IFC 102APS 100
Corequisite:

APS 102 – Laundry Appliances II

Course Description:

Continues the development of knowledge and skills in diagnosis and repair of major household laundry appliances. Emphasis is placed on servicing washers. Topics include: component application and identification, diagnosis and repair of malfunctioning electrical, electronic and mechanical components, wiring diagram interpretation, and washer installation.

Competency Areas: /

Hours:

Component Application and Identification / Class / 2
Diagnosis and Repair of Malfunctioning Electrical, Electronic and Mechanical Components / D. Lab / 2
P. Lab/O.B.I. / 3
Wiring Diagram Interpretation / Credit / 4
Washer Installation
Prerequisite: / APS 101100
Corequisite:

APS 103 – Kitchen Appliances I

Course Description:

Introduces the servicing of major kitchen appliances with emphasis on electric and gas ovens and ranges. Topics include: electrical, electronic and mechanical control component identification, wiring diagram interpretation, component and control diagnosis, repair and replacement procedures, and oven and range installation.

Competency Areas: /

Hours:

Electrical and Mechanical Control Component Identification / Class / 3
Wiring Diagram Interpretation / D. Lab / 2
Component and Control Diagnosis / P. Lab/O.B.I. / 3
Repair and Replacement Procedures / Credit / 5
Oven and Range Installation
Prerequisite: / IFC 102101
Corequisite:

APS 105 – Refrigeration Appliances I

Course Description:

Provides instruction on the operation, service, and installation of refrigeration appliances. Emphasis is placed on household refrigerators and icemakers. Topics include: identification of sealed-system components, wiring diagram interpretation, sealed-system component service, icemaker service, cabinet component service, and icemaker and refrigerator installation.

Competency Areas: /

Hours:

Identification of Sealed-System Components / Class / 3
Wiring Diagram Interpretation / D. Lab / 2
Sealed-System Component Service / P. Lab/O.B.I. / 3
Icemaker Service / Credit / 5
Cabinet Component Service
Icemaker and Refrigerator Installation
Prerequisite: / APS 110ACT 100 IFC 101
Corequisite:

APS 107 – Microwave Ovens

Course Description:

Introduces the use of tools, materials, and service procedures to restore electronic circuits of microwave ovens to safe, full-range operation. Emphasis is placed on the fundamental theory and practical application of electronic components to appliance circuits. Topics include: microwave theory, circuit symbols and schematics, radiation leakage measurement, safety interlocks, electrical and electronic components, and service practices.

Competency Areas: / Hours:
Microwave Theory / Class / 32
Circuit Symbols and Schematics / D. Lab / 20
Radiation Leakage Measurement / P. Lab/O.B.I. / 36
Safety Electrical and Electronic Components Interlocks / Credit / 54
Service Practices
Prerequisite: / IFC 102, APS 110, and program admissionACT 103
Corequisite:

APS 108 – Household Appliance Servicing Occupation-Based Instruction I

Course Description:

Introduces student to household appliance service requirements in an actual job placement or practicum experience. Students undertake job responsibilities through realistic work situations and complete the tasks necessary to conduct appliance service operations. Topics include: customer relations, service call records maintenance, service call requirement estimation, service call planning, safety, and equipment and supplies management.

Competency Areas: / Hours:
Customer Relations / Class / 3
Service Call Records Maintenance / D. Lab / 0
Service Call Requirement Estimation / P. Lab/O.B.I. / 8
Service Call Planning / Credit / 5
Safety
Equipment and Supplies Management
Prerequisite: / APS 107
Corequisite:

APS 110 – Appliance Motors

Course Description:

Develops the skills and knowledge necessary for application and service of electric motors commonly used in the appliance servicing field. Topics include: motor diagnostic techniques, motor capacitors, motor installation procedures, types of appliance electric motors, appliance electric motor service, and appliance motor safety.

Competency Areas: /

Hours:

Motor Diagnostic Techniques / Class / 3
Motor Capacitors / D. Lab / 2
Motor Installation Procedures / P. Lab/O.B.I. / 0
Types of Appliance Electric Motors / Credit / 4
Appliance Electric Motor Service
Appliance Motor Safety
Prerequisite: IFC 102 APS 100
Corequisite:

ELT 106 - Electrical Prints, Schematics, and Symbols

Course Description:

Introduces electrical symbols and their use in construction blueprints, electrical schematics, and diagrams. Topics include: electrical symbols, component identification, and print reading.

Competency Areas: / Hours:
Electrical Symbols / Class / 3
Component Identification / D. Lab / 1
Print Reading / P. Lab/O.B.I. / 0
Credit / 3
Prerequisite: / IFC 100, IFC 101
Corequisite:

IFC 102 – Alternating Current I

Course Description:

Introduces the theory and application of varying sine wave voltages and current. Topics include: magnetism, AC wave generation, AC test equipment, inductance, capacitance, and basic transformers.

Competency Areas: /

Hours:

Magnetism / Class / 3
AC Wave Generation / D. Lab / 2
AC Test Equipment / P. Lab/O.B.I. / 0
Inductance / Credit / 4
Capacitance
Basic Transformers
Prerequisite: / IFC 101
Corequisite:

Standard Curriculum

The standard curriculums for Major Appliance Technology Diploma program are set up on the quarter system. A suggested sequence for the programs is given below with area of specialization. Technical colleges may implement the program by using the sequences listed below or by using a locally developed sequence designed to reflect course prerequisites and/or corequisites.

First Quarter

Course Code

/ Course Name / Class Hours / D. Lab Hours / P. Lab/
OBI Hours / Weekly Contact Hours / Credit Hours
APS 100 / Appliance Controls Fundamentals / 3 / 2 / 0 / 5 / 4
IFC 101 / Direct Current Circuits I / 3 / 2 / 0 / 5 / 4
MAT 101 / General Mathematics / 5 / 0 / 0 / 5 / 5
SCT 100 / Introduction to Microcomputers / 1 / 4 / 0 / 5 / 3
Total / 12 / 8 / 0 / 20 / 16

Second Quarter

Course Code

/ Course Name / Class Hours / D. Lab Hours / P. Lab/
OBI Hours / Weekly Contact Hours / Credit Hours
ACT 103 / Electrical Fundamentals / 4 / 3 / 0 / 7 / 5
APS 110 / Appliance Motors / 3 / 2 / 0 / 5 / 4
ENG 101 / English / 5 / 0 / 0 / 5 / 5
IFC 100 / Industrial Safety Procedures / 2 / 1 / 0 / 3 / 2
Total / 14 / 6 / 0 / 20 / 16

Third Quarter

Course Code

/ Course Name / Class Hours / D. Lab Hours / P. Lab/
OBI Hours / Weekly Contact Hours / Credit Hours
ACT 100 / Refrigeration Fundamentals / 3 / 2 / 0 / 5 / 4
ACT 101 / Principals and Practices of Refrigeration / 4 / 6 / 0 / 10 / 7
APS 101 / Laundry Appliances I / 3 / 2 / 3 / 8 / 5
Total / 10 / 10 / 3 / 23 / 16

Fourth Quarter

Course Code

/ Course Name / Class Hours / D. Lab Hours / P. Lab/
OBI Hours / Weekly Contact Hours / Credit Hours
APS 102 / Laundry Appliances II / 2 / 2 / 3 / 7 / 4
APS 103 / Kitchen Appliances I / 3 / 2 / 3 / 8 / 5
APS 105 / Refrigeration Appliances I / 3 / 2 / 3 / 8 / 5
Total / 8 / 6 / 9 / 23 / 14

Fifth Quarter

Course Code

/ Course Name / Class Hours / D. Lab Hours / P. Lab/
OBI Hours / Weekly Contact Hours / Credit Hours
APS 104 / Kitchen Appliances II / 2 / 2 / 3 / 7 / 4
APS 106 / Refrigeration Appliances II / 2 / 2 / 3 / 7 / 4
APS 107 / Microwave Ovens / 2 / 0 / 6 / 8 / 4
ELT 106 / Electrical Prints, Schematics, and Symbols / 3 / 1 / 0 / 4 / 3
Total / 9 / 5 / 12 / 26 / 15

Sixth Quarter

Course Code

/ Course Name / Class Hours / D. Lab Hours / P. Lab/
OBI Hours / Weekly Contact Hours / Credit Hours
APS 108 / Household Appliance Servicing Occupational-Based Instruction I / 3 / 0 / 8 / 11 / 5
EMP 100 / Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development / 3 / 0 / 0 / 3 / 3
XXX xxx / Elective(s) / 0+ / 0+ / 0+ / 0+ / 5
Total / 6+ / 0+ / 8+ / 14+ / 13

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