BLDE-130: Heating and Cooling Mechanical Codes

This course is INACTIVE
School
Business, Entrepreneurship, and Professional Development
Division
Building Sciences
Department
5101 Restaurant
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
BldgScien, Energy,HVAC& MSFM
Course Number
130
Course Title
Heating and Cooling Mechanical Codes
Cross-Referenced Course
ENT-108: Introduction to Heating and Cooling Codes
Credit Hours
2.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
32.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
32.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Catalog Course Description

Introduces the Michigan Mechanical Code (International Mechanical Code) and AGA Gas Codes. Covers codes frequently required for entry-level jobs including how to quick-reference the codes. Also covers the procedures for pulling permits and inspection processes.

Goals, Topics, and Objectives

Core Course Topics
  1. Michigan Mechanical Codes and AGA Gas Codes
  2. Discussions trelated to other codes (interrealted)
Core Course Learning Objectives (Separated)
  1. Demonstrate an understanding of sections of the Michigan Mechanical Code.
  2. Demonstrate an understanding of sections of the Michigan Gas Code.
  3. Identify sections of the code by description or references.*
  4. Define and reference the Code per the situation in the workplace.
  5. Compare and contrast the reasons behind specific codes.*
  6. Demonstrate ability to use code books as fast-reference books.
  7. Demonstrate the codes and how they relate to permits and permit pulling.
Detailed Learning Objectives (Optional)
  1. Introduction, syllabus, class schedule, read preface, Michigan Mechanical Code (MMC) and Fuel Gas Code (FGC) Books.
  2. Administration, Preface.
  3. Definitions, Michigan Code and Fuel Gas Code Books.
  4. General Regulations.
  5. Ventilation, (Filling out Permits).
  6. Exhaust Systems.
  7. Duct Systems.
  8. Gas Piping Installations, Fuel Gas Codes.
  9. Combustion Air, MMC, FGC.
  10. Chimney and Vents, Fuel Gas Code Books, MMC.
  11. Specific Appliances, Fireplaces, and Solid Fuel Burning Equipment.
  12. Boilers, Water Heaters, and Pressure Vessels.
  13. Mechanical Refrigeration.
  14. Hydronic Piping.
  15. Fuel Oil Piping and Storage, Solar Systems, Review.
General Information

This course is being deactivated as part of the catalog cleanup project in 23/WI. It is not part of any active program and has not been offered in 3 or more years.

Assessment and Requirements

Assessment of Academic Achievement
  1. Skill-sharpening sessions, (quizzes), 25% of the grade
  2. Homework assignments, 25% of the grade
  3. Final exam, 25% of the grade
  4. Attendance, 25% of the grade
Texts
  1. Michigan Mechanical Codes (Latest Version)
  2. International Fuel Gas Codes (Latest Version)

Outcomes

Satisfies Wellness Requirement
No

Approval Dates

Effective Term
Summer 2024
Deactivation Date
ILT Approval Date
AALC Approval Date
Curriculum Committee Approval Date
Review Semester
Summer 2024