This is an introductory course intended to present the basic material that individuals performing design, self installation and maintenance of a residential solar electric power system, also known as a Photovoltaic system, should know and understand. Through a combination of hands on labs and lecture the student are introduced to the following: Working Safely with Photovoltaic (PV) Systems, Conducting a Site Assessment, Selecting a System Design, Adapting the Mechanical Design, Adapting the Electrical Design, Installing Subsystems and Components at the Site, Performing a System Checkout and Inspection, Maintaining and Troubleshooting a System. The course covers the current tax rebates and incentives available for PV home installations. For class dates: Please contact Barbara Heyward at 908-526-1200 ext. 8874 Fee: $2,995
Certified Management Accountant
IMA’s CMA Learning System course combines classroom instruction with textbooks and online, interactive testing components for a comprehensive and customized learning experience in management accounting and finance. The two courses complement the CMA Exam parts. RVCC offers the following sequence of the CMA series: CMA Part One and Part Two:
For dates and more information Contact: Bridet bwaverka@raritanval.edu
Operators Course for Earthmoving Machinery
Designed for the individual who has no experience operating heavy equipment machinery; the first session is devoted to a lecture class where students learn safety standards, pre-operational instructions, precaution and government regulation regarding the operation of pay loaders and excavators. Subsequent sessions are devoted to field training where students have actual vehicle practice time under the supervision of licensed trainer operating these complex machines. (29 hours)
Time: 8:00am-4:00pm Fee $2,875
PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION EXAM REVIEW
In today's fast paced world, more and more of our work is done through the creation and execution of projects. The Certificate in Project Management Program, comprised of thirty-six (36) hours of training, delivers practical skills to help you plan, execute and control projects. The Certificate in Project Management Program provides students with the training hours needed to meet the educational requirements for the Project Management Certification. The curriculum is designed to present the nine bodies of knowledge in preparation for the PMP examination. This educational requirement is just one of several requirements needed to be eligible for the certification.
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm Fee: $899
New Jersey Commercial Drivers License Class A/B/P Course
Prepare for a career in tractor trailer, straight box truck and/or bus driving. Learn how to sucessfully complete permit test (s) and operate all types of class A, Class B/P vehicles. After you sucessfully pass a permit test we will provide licensed certified instructors and make available road training on appointment where you will learn safety and behind the wheel operations. Vehicles will also be provided for road tests. Students must have a valid driver's license and sucessfully pass a medical exam. NJ DMV fees including permit fees, road test fees, and finger printing fees are not included in the tuition and payable directly to the NJ Motor Vehicle Commission. 25 hours Fee: $4,465
Introduction to Welding Design and Practices
This course will aid the student in gaining a foundational understanding of welding technology through welding safety, metal fabrication and weling layout and design. Students will focus on Tungsten gas (TIG) welding and metal Inert gas (MIG) welding. 21 hours Fee: $2,195
Residential Energy Auditing
In this class students learn how to conduct an authinic home energy audit, assess the results and implement improvements. The class begins with a survey of energy principles and thier relation to the building shell and then focuses on such key areas as windows and doors, air leakage and insulation, lighting and appliances, heating and cooling, and health and safety. In lab sessions, students gain substantial familiarity with the tools of the trade, taking the measurements and making the calculations they can then apply in thier own lives. After the course, by applying thier knowledge, students should be able to evaluate and improve the world in which they live. 40 hours Fee: $3,755
Introduction To Electronic Security Installation
This introductory course is designed to prepare students for work as a certified electronic security installer. Students learn how to program, maintain and repair security wiring and equipment. Topics include codes, inspecting and testing alarms and system equipment, usage fo circuit testers, logic probes, and checking the system for poor or broken connections and components, or incorrect programming. Fee includes course textbook and equipment needed for use in this class. 40 hours Fee: $2,450
For class dates: Please contact Barbara Heyward at 908-526-1200 ext. 8874
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