APPLIANCE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM

The Curriculum Certificate of Achievement in Appliance Careers in Appliance Technology Service Technology Technician I Does technology interest you? Do you like to tinker with mechanics? Do you find satisfac- Primarily an evening program, this option prepares stu- tion in helping people? Are you an independent self-starter? These talents can lead you into dents for entry-level positions as appliance installers or a career as an appliance service technician.The field of appliance service technology deals shop technician trainees. Upon successful completion, with repairing major household appliances. Technicians inspect, troubleshoot and repair students will also receive EPA certification. major appliances such as , ranges, , , washers and Fall 2014 (9 units) dryers. The latest in and technology is applied to home appliances. APPLI 024 Advanced Tech 1. . . . (3 units) This is an excellent mechanical and technical career for both men and women. APPLI 031 Refrigeration Lab: Tech 1...... (1 units) APPLI 046 Principles and Repair of Microwave. .(5 units) LMC’s Appliance Service Technology Program offers instruction for two career options. The Appliance Technician I option prepares students for entry-level positions as appliance Spring 2015 (4 units) installers or shop technician trainees. Students selecting the Appliance Technician II option APPLI 014 Advanced Electrical Appliances Tech 1 . (3 units) will be prepared for entry-level positions in the appliance service field, with sufficient back- APPLI 021 Electrical Appliance Lab: Tech 1 . . . . (1 units) ground to support a rapid transition to the field technician level.

Summer 2015 (2 units) The job outlook for appliance technicians is very good, especially for those with the right ACREF 045-Basic Heating and Cooling Technology. (2 units) training. There is a serious shortage of skilled appliance service technicians. LMC graduates work for repair companies, appliance manufacturers and retailers. Many have advanced to Fall 2015 (4 units) management positions, moved into sales and marketing, or started their own appliance APPLI 023 Basic Refrigeration Tech 1. (3 units) repair business. APPLI 037 Inter Appliance & Refrig Lab: Tech 1. . . (1 units) Spring 2016 (4 units) Appliance Salary Averages in California: Repairer: $12.12-$29.92/hour APPLI 013 Beginning Electrical Appliances Tech 1 . (3 units) HVAC Mechanic and Installer: $15.17-$36.69/hour APPLI 038 Adv Appliance & Refrig Lab: Tech 1 . . . (1 units) Information gathered from onetonline.org, which is sponsored by the Department of Labor, 2014 ...... Total Units 18.5 Certificate of Achievement Appliance Certificate of Achievement Service Technology Technician II The Certificate of Achievement in Appliance Service Technology Primarily a day program, the Technician II option prepares students for entry-level positions in the appliance service field. (Appliance Technician 1 & 2), complete the coursework listed to the left. Working through the program internships provides successful students with a rapid transition to the field as a service technician. Associate of Science Degree, The Associate of Science Degree in Appliance Service Technology requires 60 degree- Fall 2014 (9 units) applicable units including major courses as well as General Education Requirements and APPLI 016 Advanced Electrical Appliances 2. (4 units) electives. To complete the AS degree, consult the LMC Catalog for the list of major courses )APPLI 020 Electrical Appliance Shop Practice. . . (5 units) and General Education Requirements at www.losmedanos.edu/catalog.

Spring 2015 (9 units) Want to know more? APPLI 025 Refrigeration 1 ...... (4 units) Visit www.losmedanos.edu/appliance or contact APPLI 030 Refrigeration Shop Practice . (5 units) Len Price at [email protected], 925-473-7737. Fall 2015 (9 units) Want to become an LMC student? APPLI 015 Electrical Appliances 1 ...... (4 units) Visit www.losmedanos.edu/registration to apply and more. APPLI 035 Intermediate Appliance Lab. (5 units) Consult with a Los Medanos College counselor to develop your education plan. Spring 2016 (9 units) APPLI 025 Refrigeration 1 ...... (4 units) APPLI 036 Advanced Appliance & Refrigeration Lab. (5 units) . Total Units 36

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APPLIANCE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM

Why should I choose LMC’s Appliance coverage, sick leave, and retirement and pension Service Technology Program? programs. You can work for a larger service company The appliance service industry calls this a recession with all the fringe benefits (including paid college proof job because they are always looking to hire tuition), or you can make your own opportunities by new employees. LMC’s program is nationally known opening your own business. for its outstanding classes. It is the only appliance service technology program in the California Are there different career paths within Community College system. You will learn up-to- Appliance Service Technology? date technology used in the appliance industry in Many appliance technicians stay in the profession repairing new and late model appliances. You’ll get or manage larger service operations. A good hands-on training using the latest equipment in day, percentage of technicians become employees evening or weekend classes. You can even become of major appliance manufacturers, like Maytag, EPA certified to work on refrigeration units. Sears and Whirlpool, in the role of technician, trainer, customer service managers and product Major employers from the Bay Area and across specialist. Many graduates have chosen a path the country recruit our students. Graduates to work for BART, AC Transit, and as hospital have gone on to become service managers for stationery engineers. More than 20% of appliance manufacturers and company owners of local technicians are self-employed. Some home businesses. Advanced students receive on-the-job appliance repairers belong to the International training through an internship program with Sears, Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. – Mark Luis, LMC alum Samsung, BOSCH, Thermador, General Electric and What kind of income can I expect? Certificate of Achievement in local appliance companies. We have connections with employers locally and nationally to help with The starting salary, including commission, begins Appliance Service Technology job placement. around $39,000 a year. Median salaries are around $60,000 a year. A technician can increase his or “When I started at LMC, I was glad What are the benefits of being an her salary another 10-20% by selling contracts and to find a fully equipped shop with appliance service technician? accessories to their customers. On top of the salary, many current appliances to work on. Appliance service technicians enjoy a great deal most companies pay medical, retirement benefits, Coming from a different industry, I of freedom, independence and control. Most vacation and provide a company vehicle. had to start from the ground floor. technicians are provided a company vehicle and many make their own routes for the day. That How long does the program take? The instructors and aides worked means your office is parked in front of your home A certificate of achievement can be earned in both patiently all the way until I under- and you don’t have to commute to get to work. the day and evening program in four semesters. stood it. All the major and local This is no factory job where you have to do the We also offer an accelerated program that allows a appliance repair companies are same thing day after day. You will never be bored student to earn a certificate of achievement in 11 aware of and work with LMC’s Ap- doing this job. On every call, you will be servicing months by attending both day and evening classes. pliance Service Technology Program different appliances and at a different location. As a so, if you really want a job and want appliance technician, you can live anywhere in the How much does the program cost? to work, this training can take you country and easily find employment. Over the next Current enrollment fees for residents and non- California residents are published on the college there. BOSCH hired me before several years, there will be an increasing demand for website at www.losmedanos.edu/admissions/ my last semester. That was three appliance service technicians as job openings will continue to outnumber jobseekers. fees. Textbooks for each course will need to be years ago and I have three BOSCH purchased. There are no additional lab fees for coworkers who are also LMC gradu- Many larger dealers, manufacturers, and service appliance courses. ates. I like my job and I think I can stores offer typical benefits such as health insurance do this as long as I want to.” It is the policy of the Contra Costa Community College District and Los Medanos College to provide an educational and employment environment in which no person shall be unlawfully subject to discrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, race, color, medical condition, ancestry, marital status or physical or mental disability or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular activities. 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