Control Technician Fundamentals
Issued by
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Upon completion, the badge earner will be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of building control systems and the related electrical concepts. Understanding will be supported by hands-on skills of wiring of basic control circuits, testing using a digital multimeter, and the basic programming of controllers. Hands on skills are taught with safety in mind.
- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Weeks
- Cost Paid
Skills
- Applies Electrical Concepts To Controls And Mechanical Systems
- Conducts Basic Troubleshoot Of Building Controls
- Confidently Uses Digital Multimeter
- Connects And Programs Controllers
- Decision Making
- Installs Inputs And Outputs As Well As Peripheral Devices
- Interprets Basic Electrical Diagrams And Schematics
- Problem Solving
Earning Criteria
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Completion of ABS 143- Electrical Concepts & Control Theory 1, (2-credit college-level course)
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Completion of ABS-144- Control Theory 2, (2-credit college-level course)
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Completion of ABS-145- Control Theory 3, (2-credit college-level course)
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All badge costs are paid via tuition associated with courses within the badge. Badges are issued to those who complete these courses with a letter grade of C or better.