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• PHY 151: Physics I Calculus Based

  4.00 Credits

  Luzerne County Community College

  
  A calculus-based introduction to mechanics and the thermal properties of matter. Some of the topics covered are Newton's laws of motion, momentum, energy, oscillations, fluids, and heat.
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• PHY 152: Physics II Calculus Based

  4.00 Credits

  Luzerne County Community College

  
  Designed continuation of Calculus-Based Physics I. Topics include electricity, magnetism, waves, sound, light, and optics.
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• PLH 105: Controls for Heating Systems

  4.00 Credits

  Luzerne County Community College

  
  This course will cover basic electricity/electronics theory and practical application, to include mathematical and practical solutions to series, parallel, and series-parallel electrical networks. Wiring from the main panel box to and including the boiler control wiring, and the electro/mechanical theory of the control circuit. Theory concerning the safety and comfort design of the control system, and applications to various fuel use will be covered. Practical demonstrations and individual lab projects on designing and controlling the heating system to achieve specific results will be taught. Use of various meters and system trouble-shooting is also included.
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• PLH 108: Blueprint Reading and Estimating

  3.00 Credits

  Luzerne County Community College

  
  Will provide the knowledge to develop the ability to interpret trade blueprints and to plan the installation of the required plumbing and heating equipment. The student will be able to interpret correctly all types of trade drawings, make isometric sketches of plumbing and heating installations, and to make a mechanical plan of piping and fixtures to scale, and estimate the cost of equipment installed in construction.
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• PLH 112: Basic Plumbing Systems

  4.00 Credits

  Luzerne County Community College

  
  Introduction to plumbing and heating trade; use of hand and power tools. Theory and application of basic plumbing and heating systems, including identification of equipment and supplies, types of pipe, domestic water supply, drainage system, fixture connections and their installation. Individual laboratory projects are assigned with emphasis on safety requirements.
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• PLH 114: Advanced Plumbing Systems and Design

  4.00 Credits

  Luzerne County Community College

  
  Theory and application of drain, waste, and vent systems; building and sewage system installation and maintenance; pipe fitting, and installation and repair of domestic hot water heating appliances. Applied projects to coincide with PLH 108 Blueprint Reading and Estimating. Rough-in and final hook-up of all phases of plumbing technology. Individual lab projects.
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• PLH 116: Mechanical Piping Methods

  4.00 Credits

  Luzerne County Community College

  
  This course is an introduction to the Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning trade. Topics covered include theory and application of piping methods and proper connections; identification of equipment and supplies, types of pipe, fittings and valves. Both hand and power tools will be introduced with a strong emphasis on safety requirements.
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• PLH 118: Basic Heating Technology

  4.00 Credits

  Luzerne County Community College

  
  An introduction to heating technology from the earliest systems to present day equipment and design. Applied mathematical solutions for problems in the heating field. Modern equipment used in specialized applications. Heat loss calculations for various materials. Heat loss calculations for structures from residential to light commercial. Individual lab projects.
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• PLH 120: Heating Systems Design and Installations

  4.00 Credits

  Luzerne County Community College

  
  Design of hydronic and steam systems. Sizing and calculation of pipe, heat distributing units, boiler, and all related equipment for the installation of the complete system. Series loop-single and multiple loop applications, and one pipe hydronic systems. Installation and trouble shooting of steam and hot water systems. Gas, oil, electric and coal fired systems to be included. Individual lab projects.
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• PLH 122: Introduction to Hydronic Heating Systems

  4.00 Credits

  Luzerne County Community College

  
  This course is an introduction to hydronic heating systems. Topics covered include theory and application of steam and hot water boiler, piping methods, system design and layout. Gas and oil fired equipment will be covered in theory and practical hands-on lab projects with strong emphasis for safety requirements.
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