Facilities Maintenance Engineer AAS (120-124 Credits)

46.0401

6 quarter AAS
Maximum class size: 18
Student to teacher ratio: 18:1
Enrollment point: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
This program is primarily face-to-face with some hybrid, and web-enhanced courses. Please see course details for more information.
See Community partners page for information about work-based learning, internships, externships, and apprenticeships.

Required Courses

6 quarter AAS
Maximum class size: 18
Student to teacher ratio: 18:1
Enrollment point: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
This program offers a combinations of hands-on, hybrid, and online courses. See course descriptions for more information.
While in the program, students will learn to use ladders, hand tools, power tools, and stationary equipment.
Students are required to purchase their own PPE including gloves, boots, and hand tools (list provided by instructor).
Certificates earned include; EPA 608 Universal, CPR & First Aid, and OSHA 10. Certification with City of Tacoma Class IV Boiler Fireman Examination is offered. Program is recognized school of training by City of Tacoma Boiler Operator's Licensing and Certification.

FACM 101	Safety Principles	2
FACM 102	Fundamentals of Electricity	3
FACM 103	Electrical Service	4
FACM 104	Introduction to Blueprint Reading	5
FACM 105	Engineering Drawings	4
FACM 106	Introduction to Hydraulics/Pneumatics	5
FACM 107	Machine Components	5
FACM 108	Mechanical and Machine Maintenance	5
FACM 109	Tools and Equipment	3
FACM 111	Building Maintenance and Repair Methods	5
FACM 113	Introduction to Building Maintenance	3
FACM 121	Grounds Keeping	5
FACM 222	Introduction to Remodeling	4
FACM 122	HVAC Systems	4
FACM 221	Small Business Planning	3
FACM 230	Computers in Industry	2
FACM 231	Computer Applications	4
FACM 140	Boiler Operations and Certifications	12
FACM 144	Advanced Boiler Operations	5
FACM 143	Advanced Projects	3
WBAS 101	Welding Basics	8
FACM 112	Basic Refrigeration	4

Students may choose between FACM112 or FAMC292 or FACM293

Students may choose between FACM143 or FACM296 or FACM297

Choice courses moved to elective section 1/7/2022

Students may choose between FACM112 or FAMC292 or FACM293

Students may choose between FACM143 or FACM296 or FACM297

FACM 112	Basic Refrigeration	4
FACM 143	Advanced Projects	3
FACM 292	Independent Project I	5
FACM 293	Independent Project II	5
FACM 294	Independent Project III	5
FACM 296	Work-Based Learning Experience I	1 to 13
FACM 297	Work-Based Learning Experience II	1 to 13

English Composition I

BIOL& 160	General Biology	5
BIOL& 175	Human Biology with Lab	5
BIOL& 241	Human Anatomy and Physiology I	5
BIOL& 242	Human Anatomy and Physiology II	5
BIOL& 260	Microbiology	5
CMST& 102	Introduction to Mass Media	5
CMST& 152	Intercultural Communication	5
CMST& 210	Interpersonal Communication	5
CMST& 220	Public Speaking	5
ECON& 201	Microeconomics	5
NUTR& 101	Intro to Nutrition	5
BIOL 170	Medical Terminology	2
CMST& 230	Small Group Communications	5
CMST& 240	Culture & Diversity in Health Care	5
ECON& 202	Macroeconomics	5
HREL 111	Interviewing and Career Success	5
HUM &101	Introduction to Humanities	5
POLS &101	Introduction to Political Science	5
PSYC& 100	General Psychology	5
PSYC& 200	Lifespan Psychology	5
SOC &101	Introduction to Sociology	5

Note: See a Career Advisor prior to choosing courses that meet general education requirements.