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Electrical Level I Code & Theory - PART 1 of 2



Code: F22-400
Price: $450.00

Instructor: A. J. Pulley, Master Electrician
Day/Time: Monday/Wednesday 6:00-9:00 PM
Start Date: September 13, 2021
Fees: $450.00 IF PAID BY August 19th the FEE IS $450.00 PLUS THE $15 REGISTRATION FEE, AFTER August 19th the FEE IS $499.00 + $15.00 REGISTRATION FEE.
Number of Class Meetings: 75 Hours

Course Description:

Electrical Level I will be an introduction to safety on the job, writing a job description, terms of the trade, basic electron theory, a review of math skills, DC Theory, energy and power, electrical conductors and wire sizes, batteries, magnets and magnetic fields. Also covered are generation of electromotive force, basic understanding of motors and generators, introduction into the code book, grounding and practical writing, diagrams and switching. The class is two semesters and concludes with an exam. If students pass in April, they will proceed to Electrical 2.
**ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO BE WORKING AS  AN APPRENTICE WITH A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN WHILE TAKING CLASSES.
 

Students need to purchase:  National Electrical Code 2020Edition. (go to www.amazon.com)


This class is Part 1 of 2 Electrical Level 1 Code & Theory. 

FEE:  $450.00 plus the $15 Registration Fee if paid by Thursday, August 19, 2021 AFTER August 19, 2021 the Fee is $499.00 plus the $15.00 Registration Fee.  Thank you.

Electrical Level 2 Code & Theory -PART 1 of 2



Code: F22-401
Price: $450.00

Instructor: Paul Townsend, Master Electrician
Day/Time: TUES/THURS - 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: September 14, 2021
Fees: $450 IF PAID BY August 19, 2021, AFTER August 19, 2021 THE FEE IS $499 PLUS $15 Registration Fee
Number of Class Meetings: 75 Hours

Course Description:

Electrical 2 will review Electrical 1 and also cover series, parallel and series/parallel circuits, alternating current principals, AC theory, AC power, power factor and power factor corrections and three phase services. Also covered are making use of tables in the code book, proper use of code book tables and formulas and practice working on code questions in preparation for exams. The class is two semesters and concludes with an exam. If students pass they will proceed to Electrical 3.

Students need to purchase: National Electrical Code 2020 Edition. (go to www.amazon.com)

FEE: $450 PLUS THE $15.00 REGISTRATION FEE IF PAID BY THURSDAY, August 19, 2021  AFTER August 19, 2021 THE TUITION FEE IS $499 PLUS THE $15 REGISTRATION FEE.

Electrical Level 3 Code & Theory - PART 1 of 2



Code: F22-402
Price: $450.00

Instructor: Paul Townsend, Master Electrician
Day/Time: TUES/THURS - 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: September 14, 2021
Fees: $450 IF PAID BY August 19, 2021, AFTER August 19, 2021 THE FEE IS $499 + $15.00 REGISTRATION FEE.
Number of Class Meetings: 75 Hours

Course Description:

Electrical 3 will be a review of Electrical 1 &2 and also a review of A/C theory, three phase calculations, series, parallel and their combination, branch circuit calculations, feeder and service calculations and requirements,motor controls, low voltage system and controls, review of Massachusetts code and Amendments and learn various types of incandescent bases. The class is two semesters and concludes with an exam. If the students pass they will go onto Level 4.

Students need to purchase:  National Electrical Code 2020 Edition (go to www.amazon.com).

 FEE: $450 PLUS THE $15 REGISTRATION FEE IF PAID BY THURSDAY, August 19, 2021  AFTER August 19, 2021 THE FEE IS $499PLUS $15 REGISTRATION FEE.

Master Plumber Tier V -Part 1 of 2



Code: F22-409
Price: $450.00

Instructor: Kevin Connelly, Master Plumber
Day/Time: TUES/THURS -5:00-8:00pm
Start Date: September 14, 2021
Fees: $450 IF PAID BY August 19th, AFTER August 19th THE FEE IS $499 PLUS A $15 REGISTRATION FEE.
Number of Class Meetings: 55 Hours

Course Description:

MASTER PLUMBING CODE & THEORY TIER V - 
TIER V PROGRAM IS FOR the Licensed Apprentice Plumber seeking to obtain a Master Plumber License. Tier I, II, III and IV or equivalent or a Journeyman Plumber License required. Pending Enrollment. This code and theory course consists of 55 hours (per semester) of the Massachusetts plumbing and gas code review as well as service and troubleshooting plumbing problems in the field. The course meets the requirement toward the 300 classroom hours required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for those who wish to take the Journeyman’s Plumbing and Gas Fitters’ Exam. Course Requirement: Must be a registered Apprentice prior to September 2008.

Textbook requirement: Massachusetts Uniform State Plumbing Code Book 248 CMR 1.00-10.00 & NFPA 54: National Fuel Gas Code 2002. 
TUITION: $450 PLUS THE $15 REGISTRATION FEE IF PAID BY August 19th; AFTER August 19, 2021, THE FEE IS $499 PLUS THE $15 REGISTRATION FEE. .

Journeyman Plumbing CODE & THEORY TIER I -Part 1 of 2



Code: F22-405
Price: $450.00

Instructor: Troy Gilbert, Master Plumber
Day/Time: Monday/Wednesday, 5:00-8:00 PM
Start Date: September 13, 2021
Fees: $450.00 IF PAID BY August 19th, AFTER August 19thTHE FEE IS $499.00 PLUS A $15 REGISTRATION FEE.
Number of Class Meetings: 55 Hours

Course Description:

JOURNEYMAN PLUMBING CODE & THEORY TIER 1 - Tier 1 is a two semester course for the license apprentice and it is recommended to be working for a Licensed Plumber pending enrollment. This course consists of 55 hours (per semester) of the Massachusetts plumbing & gas code and meets the requirements toward the 550 classroom hours required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for those who wish to take the Journeyman’s Plumbing & Gas Fitters’ Exam. Topics include: Introduction to plumbing safety, installation practice, materials, tools, joining methods, residential blueprint reading, math and definitions.  **TO GET THE MOST OUT OF CLASS WORK AS AN APPRENTICE WITH A LICENSED PLUMBER.  

Textbook requirement: 2017 Edition Mass. Fuel Gas and Plumbing CODE BOOK.     GO TO WEBSITE:  www.PHCCMA.ORG AND PURCHASE TODAY.

 TUITION: $450 PLUS $15 REGISTRATION FEE if paid by August 19th ; AFTER August 19, 2020, THE FEE IS $499.00 PLUS THE $15 REGISTRATION FEE. 
MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE STARTING CLASS.

Electrical Level 4 - Code & Theory - Part 1 of 2



Code: F22-403
Price: $450.00

Instructor: TBD
Day/Time: Tuesday/Thursday - 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: September 14, 2021
Fees: $450 IF PAID BY August 19, 2021, AFTER August 19, 2021 THE FEE IS $499 PLUS A $15 REGISTRATION FEE
Number of Class Meetings: 75 Hours

Course Description:

Electrical IV will be a review of Electrical I, II, and III. It will also cover extensive code questions and code table review questions, review circuit problems for AC/DC and help prepare the apprentice for taking the Electrical Exam. 

FEE: $450 PLUS THE $15 REGISTRATION FEE IF PAID BY THURSDAY, August 19, 2021. After August 19, 2021, the fee is $499 PLUS THE $15 REGISTRATION FEE.

Journeyman Plumbing CODE & THEORY Tier II -Part 1 of 2



Code: F22-406
Price: $450.00

Instructor: TROY GILBERT, MASTER PLUMBER
Day/Time: MON/WED, 5:00-8:00PM
Start Date: September 13, 2021
Fees: $450.00 IF PAID BY August 19th, 2021 AFTER August 19,2021 FEE IS $499 PLUS A $15 REGISTRATION FEE.
Number of Class Meetings: 55 Hours

Course Description:

JOURNEYMAN PLUMBING CODE & THEORY TIER II - 
TIER II program is for the licensed apprentice plumber who has completed 110 hours of Tier 1 or equivalent required. This is Part 1 of a two semester course.

FEE: $450 IF PAID BY August 19, 2021,  PLUS $15 REGISTRATION FEE; AFTER  August 19, 2021, THE FEE IS $499.00 PLUS $15 REG. FEE.
TEXTBOOK:  2017 EDITION MASS FUEL GAS AND PLUMBING CODE BOOK.  GO TO WWW.PHCCMA.ORG AND PURCHASE TODAY.

Journeyman Plumbing CODE & THEORY Tier III -Part 1 of 2



Code: F22-407
Price: $450.00

Instructor: JAMES VAUGHAN, MASTER PLUMBER
Day/Time: MON/WED, 5:00-8:00PM
Start Date: September 13, 2021
Fees: $450 IF PAID BY August 19th, 2021 AFTER August 19, 2021 THE FEE IS $499 PLUS A $15 REGISTRATION FEE.
Number of Class Meetings: 55 Hours

Course Description:

JOURNEYMAN PLUMBING CODE & THEORY TIER III - 
TIER III program is for the licensed apprentice plumber who has completed Tier I and Tier II or equivalent. This is a two semester class and students must pass Tier III final exam before continuing on to Tier IV. Pending enrollment. 

 FEE: $450 PLUS $15 REGISTRATION FEE IF PAID BY August 19, 2021 - AFTER August 19, 2021 THE FEE IS $499 PLUS THE $15 REGISTRATION FEE.
  
TEXTBOOK:  2017 EDITION MASS. FUEL GAS AND PLUMBING CODE BOOK.  GO TO WWW.PHCCMA.ORG AND PURCHASE TODAY.

Journeyman Plumbing CODE & THEORY Tier IV - Part 1 of 2



Code: F22-408
Price: $450.00

Instructor: Kevin Connolly, Master Plumber
Day/Time: TUES/THURS, 5:00-8:00PM
Start Date: September 14, 2021
Fees: $450 IF PAID BY August 19th, AFTER August 19th THE FEE IS $499 PLUS A $15 REGISTRATION FEE.
Number of Class Meetings: 55 Hours

Course Description:

JOURNEYMAN PLUMBING CODE & THEORY TIER IV - 
TIER IV Program is for the licensed apprentice plumber who has completed TIER I, II AND III AND PASSED THE TIER III FINAL EXAM. This is a two semester course and students must pass TIER IV Final Exam before continuing on to TIER V. Pending Enrollment. 

FEE: $450 PLUS THE $15 REGISTRATION FEE IF PAID BY August 19th, AFTER August 19th, 2021 THE FEE IS $499 PLUS THE $15 REGISTRATION FEE. 

TEXTBOOK:  2017 EDITION MASS. FUEL GAS AND PLUMBING CODE BOOK.   GO TO THE WEBSITE:  WWW.PHCCMA.ORG AND PURCHASE TODAY.

Electrical Masters - Part 1 of 2



Code: F22-404
Price: $450.00

Instructor: TBD
Day/Time: Tuesday/Thursday - 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Start Date: September 14, 2021
Fees: $450 IF PAID BY August 19, 2021 AFTER August 19, 2021, THE FEE IS $499 PLUS A $15 REGISTRATION FEE
Number of Class Meetings: 75 HOURS.

Course Description:

This course is designed for students wishing to fulfill the 150 hour requirement for their Master's. This is a two semester course. 

Fee: $450 PLUS $15 REGISTRATION FEE if paid by THURSDAY, August 19, 2021.  AFTER August 19, 2021, THE FEE IS $499 PLUS THE $15 REGISTRATION FEE.

MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER



Code: W21-473
Price: $499.00

Instructor: Charlie Pires, Falmouth DPW
Day/Time: TUESDAYS, 6:00-9:00PM
Start Date: March 2, 2021
Fees: $499.00
Number of Class Meetings: 13 Sessions including 3 Saturday mornings.

Course Description:

MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER - Prepare to take the Massachusetts Municipal Wastewater Grade 1-4 Certification Exam. This course will provide an overview of the basic concepts of the preliminary, primary, biological and tertiary treatment; the function of related equipment and support systems; environmental responsibilities required to safely and properly operate, maintain and manage a municipal waste-water treatment facility. You will learn OSHA confined space entry and equipment lock out tag out.

Textbook Requirement:

Operation of Wastewater Treatment Plants Volume 1, 7th edition or latest ISBN: 978-1-59371-039-2

Operation of Wastewater Treatment Plants Volume 2, 7th edition or latest ISBN: 978-1-59371-038-5

Publisher: California State University at Sacramento Can be purchased at: www.owp.csus.edu

Instructor :  Charlie Pires, Falmouth DPW

Construction Supervisor Licensing Course-In Person



Code: W21-475M
Price: $350.00

Instructor: Ken Murphy, Town of Bourne Building Commissioner
Day/Time: Tuesday/Thursday 6pm-9pm
Start Date: May 11, 2021-May 27, 2021
Fees: $350.00
Number of Class Meetings: 6 Sessions

Course Description:

MA Unrestricted Construction Supervisor License - This is a six (6) session class which is designed to provide you with the basic understanding of the various codes that you will need to know to prepare you for taking the CSL exam.  

STUDENTS MUST HAVE BOOKS PRIOR TO START CLASS.

1.  Code of Federal Regulations, Title 29, Part 1926 (OSHA), Most Current July Revision - www.gpo.gov

2.  International Building Code, 2015 - www.iccsafe.org

3.  International Energy Conservation Code, 2015 - www.iccsafe.org

4.  International Redidential Code for One-and Two Family Dwellings, 2015 - www.iccsafe.org

5.  Massachusetts State Building Code One - and Two Family Dwellings (780 CMR) Ninth Edition - www.sec.state.ma.us

6.  Massachusetts State Building Code Base Volume (Commercial) 780 CMR, Ninth Edition - www.sec.state.ma.us

7.  Architectural Access Board Rules and Regulations (521 CMR), 2006 - www.sec.state.ma.us

Auto Damage Appraiser-IN PERSON



Code: W21-413
Price: $479.00

Instructor: Sue Conena, I-CAR Certified has taught the Auto Damage Appraiser Course since 1993.
Day/Time: TUE/TH - 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Start Date: APRIL 6 - MAY 13, 2021.
Fees: $479.00
Number of Class Meetings: 10 Sessions

Course Description:

AUTO DAMAGE APPRAISER - Auto Damage Appraiser

If you are currently involved in the field of auto body repair or if you would just like to learn the trade of auto damage appraising, this five week course will give you a jump start to a successful career in the demanding field of Auto Damage Appraising. Now that the Auto Insurance Industry has deregulated in the State of Massachusetts, an increase number of Auto Insurers are now entering the State and there is a need for qualified licensed auto appraisers in both the Auto Body Repair and Insurance fields. This course is designed to properly prepare you to gain the knowledge of auto insurance and state regulations while attaining the essential learning tools needed to write auto damage appraisals. Each successful student will receive a certificate from this course which is an approved course by the Auto Damage Appraiser Licensing Board. In addition to this course, the student will need to complete a three-month apprenticeship with a licensed Massachusetts Auto Appraiser in order to apply and qualify to take the Massachusetts Auto Appraiser Exam

Instructor:  Sue Conena, I-CAR certified has taught the Auto Damage Appraiser Course since 1993

Nail Technician Certification Training



Code: W21-599
Price: $1,376.00

Instructor: Susan English
Day/Time: Monday-Thursday, 5PM-9PM
Start Date: June 1, 2021
Fees: $1,376-includes textbook, nail kit and exam book.
Number of Class Meetings: 24 sessions

Course Description:

Turn your interest in nail care into one of the most creative and rewarding professions. In this 100 hour course, you will study everything from nail growth and skin anatomy to equipment maintennce and business practices. Topics include: safety, first aid, sanitation, hygiene, anatomy, basic manicuring with hand and arm massage, artificial nail techniques, gel and wrap techniques, professional ethics, and salon practices from owning a nail salon. Upon completion, students will be eligible to sit for the Massachusetts Nail Technician License Exam. 


Textbook, nail kit and exam prep book is included in the cost of tuition. Students will incur additional fees for all make-up sessions. Students have the option of registering for an optional manicure practical session for an additional fee in order to prepare for the State exam.

Beginning AutoCAD



Code: W21-130
Price: $299.00

Prerequisites: Basic Computer Skills
Instructor: Ken Murphy, CAD designer and drafter with over 25 years experience
Day/Time: Tuesday/Thursday; 5:30PM-8:30PM
Start Date: 6/8/21, 6/10/21, 6/15/21, 6/17/21, 6/22/21, 6/24/21
Fees: $299.00
Number of Class Meetings: 6 Sessions

Course Description:

BEGINNING AUTOCAD - AutoCAD is widely used by architects, mechanical designers, civil engineers and landscape designers as a design and drafting tool.  In this beginner course you will learn to draw, dimension, add layers and print various two-dimensional drawings.  We will also begin using paper space and viewports.  Each topic covered will accompany a hands on exercise in order to build comfort and confidence with AutoCAD.  All materials, such as handouts and tutorials are included.  NO TEXTBOOK REQUIRED.  PREREFQUISITE:  BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS.

Advanced AutoCAD



Code: W21-131
Price: $299.00

Instructor: JOHN CULLEN, CAD Designer and Drafter with over 20 years' CAD experience.
Day/Time: TBA
Start Date: TBA
Fees: $299.00
Number of Class Meetings: 6 Sessions

Course Description:

ADVANCED AUTOCAD - In AutoCAD II, you will learn the more advanced AutoCAD tools and gain greater control over the AutoCAD environment.  We will start with a multi-page Architectural Floor Plan complete with blocks, borders, layering and viewport scaling.  You will learn the new annotative text, dimensional tools and how to create your own button macros for super increased productivity. No matter what field of drafting you plan to use AutoCAD for, this class is a must.  All materials, such as handouts and tutorials are included.  NO TEXTBOOK REQUIRED.  

ELECTRICAL 30-HOUR MAKEUP



Code: W21-404A
Price: $255.00

Prerequisites: Electrical Code & Theory
Instructor: A.J. Pulley, Master Electrician, and Paul Townsend, Master Electrician.
Day/Time: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday -6:00-9:00PM
Start Date: 4/27/21-5/12/21
Fees: $255.00
Number of Class Meetings: 10 Sessions

Course Description:

ELECTRICAL 30-HOUR MAKEUP - Here's an opportunity to obtain additional electrical code & theory hours toward the required 600 hours necessary to apply for the State Journeyman's Electrical Exam. The make-up classes will be held 4 days per week for 2.5 weeks.

IF PAID BY APRIL 1, 2021 THE FEE IS $225.00, AFTER APRIL 1, 2021 THE FEE IS $255.00.


Auto Damage Appraiser Apprenticeship-IN PERSON



Code: W21-413A
Price: $459.00

Prerequisites: Auto Damage Appraisal Course Completion
Instructor: Bruce Lacerda
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 7PM-9PM
Start Date: May 18, 2021-August 10, 2021
Fees: $459
Number of Class Meetings: 12 sessions

Course Description:

A certificate of completion from a board-approved Auto Damage Appraiser Course must first be obtained before registering for the UCT Auto Damage Appraiser Apprenticeship Course.

Each student will receive comprehensive training with a seasoned MA Licensed Auto Damage Appraiser who will provide the technical knowledge and experience to identify auto damage and repair needed to properly complete a hand-written appraisal. This course includes:

-Access to the UCT Auto Body Facility to inspect and identify damaged automobiles
-Descriptive theory of sheet metal repair, auto body part replacement, suspension, welding and frame/unibody repair
-General knowledge and explanation of auto body repair materials and painting supplies
-Practice of appraisal writing concepts using a recognized crash manual with associated procedures

Each successful student will receive a sealed letter of completion that will satisfy the Auto Damage Appraiser Licensing Board's 3-month apprenticeship curriculum to apply and qualify to take the Massachusetts Auto Appraiser License Exam.