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Program facts 
Get an overview of basic maintenance principles with this certificate program. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to seek entry-level employment in the building and residential maintenance industries.
Take classes in electrical wiring, prints and schematics, plumbing, machining processes, basic technical mathematics, heating principles and more. All classes are taught by skilled instructors who are extremely knowledgeable in the maintenance field.
Credit earned for this program can be applied toward Harper’s Maintenance Technology Degree AAS Degree.
This 18 credit-hour certificate program provides the basic knowledge and skill for entry-level jobs in commercial and industrial maintenance.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| HVA 101 | Refrigeration Fundamentals | 3 |
| MFT 102 | Introduction to Manufacturing and Safety | 4 |
| MFT 109 | Introduction to Manufacturing Maintenance | 2 |
| MFT 134 | Print Reading for Industry | 3 |
| MTH 100 | Applied Math for Technical Careers1 | 3 |
| WLD 110 | Welding I | 3 |
| Total Hours | 18 | |
Students may take MTH 100 or higher.
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For more information about maintenance technology courses, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also apply online.