Elevator and Escalator Maintenance Technician Program
Diploma in Elevator and Escalator Maintenance Technician Program
Trimester 1: Basics of Elevator and Escalator Systems
ELEXMAIN 100: Introduction to Elevator and Escalator Maintenance
- Overview of the elevator and escalator maintenance profession
- The role in ensuring safe and reliable vertical transportation
- Safety and ethical considerations in maintenance
ELEXTY 100: Elevator and Escalator Types and Components
- Understanding different types of elevators and escalators
- Components and subsystems
- Elevator technology and mechanics
ELMECF 100: Electrical and Mechanical Fundamentals
- Electrical systems in elevators and escalators
- Mechanical principles in elevator operation
- Safety practices in electrical and mechanical work
VTRASR 100: Safety and Regulations in Vertical Transportation
- Elevator and escalator safety standards
- Compliance with industry regulations and codes
- Emergency rescue and safety protocols
Trimester 2: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
MAINPS 100: Maintenance Procedures and Safety
- Routine maintenance and inspection
- Preventive maintenance schedules
- Safety protocols in maintenance work
TROREP 100: Troubleshooting and Repairs
- Diagnosing and troubleshooting elevator and escalator issues
- Repairing and replacing components
- Preventive measures to avoid breakdowns
CSELECT 100: Control Systems and Electronics
- Elevator control systems
- Safety interlocks and electronic components
- Control panel diagnostics and repairs
CUSSERV 100: Customer Service and Communication
- Interacting with building owners and passengers
- Handling service requests and emergencies
- Effective communication and customer service
Trimester 3: Advanced Maintenance and Modernization
ADVTROU 100: Advanced Troubleshooting and Modernization
- Advanced diagnostic techniques and modernization trends
- Upgrading older systems and components
- Implementing energy-efficient solutions
VTRAN 101: Vertical Transportation in Smart Buildings
- Integration of elevators and escalators in smart buildings
- IoT (Internet of Things) and predictive maintenance
- Remote monitoring and control
ADVSS 100: Specializations and Advanced Systems
- Choosing an area of specialization (e.g., high-rise elevators, escalators)
- High-speed elevators and specialized systems
- Elevator and escalator modernization
Trimester 4: Licensure Preparation and Final Assessments
LEPREP 100: Licensure Exam Preparation
- Review of elevator and escalator maintenance certification exams
- Mock exams and test-taking strategies
- State-specific requirements and regulations (if applicable)
FINTES 100: Final Assessments and Certification
- Successful completion of advanced maintenance and specialization courses
- Successful performance in any applicable certification exams
Graduation and award of the Diploma in Elevator and Escalator Maintenance Technician
Students have to contact the school administration if they want to take extra credits or transfer credits to pursue the Diploma Certificate or Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree in their field of interest. Students will select required number courses in each of the areas listed to meet general education requirements graduation for the A.A.S. Some of these courses can be transferred directly from and to the university system and may be substituted for recommended courses on the outline. Students should speak with an advisor before doing so these selective courses are required for all students.
- Selected Communication Course (Choose two for Diploma or three for the Associate)
ENGL 100: Fundamentals of Speech
CPL 100: Career Planning
CPL 101: Communications and Career Strategies
ENGL 101: Composition
ENGL 102: composition
- Selected Mathematics Course (Choose two for Diploma or three for the Associate)
MATH 100:General Math
MATH 101:Intermediate Algebra
MATH 102:College Algebra
- Selected Social Science Course (Choose two for Diploma or four for the Associate)
ECON 105:Leadership
ECON 101:Principles of Microeconomics I
ECON 102:Principles of Macroeconomics II
SOC 101:Introduction to Sociology
PSYC 101: Introduction to Psychology
HIST 101: History