Certifications & Licenses
Generators
This course is designed for the RV Technician, RV Inspector, or RV owner that is interested in power generation equipment for the RV. Students advance assessment, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills of generator operations. Students will learn how to select, install, operate, and maintain portable and mobile generators, as well as how to isolate and repair generator problems.
Advanced RV Service Technician
This program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to build, test, inspect, repair, service and maintain recreational vehicles, systems, and interior and exterior components. Includes instruction in brake, hydraulic, and towing systems; electrical systems; propane systems and propane and electric appliances; carpentry; plumbing; welding; and structural frames.
The program also advances the student’s skills in the areas of propane, electrical, plumbing, fire & life safety, weight knowledge, and other technical skills as outlined in the RV Service Training Council. The Advanced RV Technician curriculum provides a comprehensive focus on hands- on troubleshooting and reconstruction of RV systems.
Solar
This course is designed for the RV Technician, RV Inspector, or RV owner that is interested in solar power equipment for the RV. Students advance assessment, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills of solar power as it relates to RV operations. Students will learn how to select, install, operate, and maintain solar energy as well as how to isolate and repair solar equipment problems.
Absorption Refrigerators
Students advance assessment, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills of operation of the propane and electrical circuits of the Dometic and Norcold brands of RV absorption type of refrigerators. Students will learn to identify the various temperature controls used to maintain the cooling of the freezer and refrigerator areas. They will learn to read the wiring diagrams for the current models and troubleshoot the 12 volts DC and 120 volts AC test points of the circuit board along with the propane function of this type of refrigeration. The hands-on troubleshooting labs allow the students to walk through the test points of electrical and gas circuits verifying their test procedures.
Water Heaters & Furnaces
Students advance assessment, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills of operation of the Suburban, Dometic/Atwood water heaters and furnaces. They will learn to read the circuit flow charts and wiring diagrams, test key points of both the water heater and the furnace, identify burner sequence of firing operation, the 120-volt AC heating element, and the various types of thermostats used in today’s water heaters and furnaces. The hands-on troubleshooting labs allow the students to walk through the test points of electrical and gas circuits verifying their test procedures.
Air Conditioners & Heat Pumps
Students advance assessment, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills on the operations of the Dometic, Coleman and Houghton brands and models of RV air conditioners and heat pumps. The students will learn skills to identify the thermostats and temperature controls used in today’s RVs and how to use equipment for determining proper operation. Specifically, they will utilize wiring diagrams, identify the various test points for the low voltage controls, and study the 120-volt AC power voltages. Hands-on labs will enhance the skills of the student by way of live troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repair of the various Dometic, Coleman and Houghton models of the RV air conditioners and heat pumps
Exterior Systems
Students advance assessment, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills on the operations of electric and hydraulic slide outs and leveling systems. The skills involve identifying the types of materials, construction techniques for roofs and sidewalls, and the components of the running gear (axles, suspension, and tires). Hands-on labs on the various RVs of the school fleet allows the students to practice and perfect their skills