This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for
2004-2005 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the
Calendar for updated information.
The on-line version of the University College Calendar is the Official version.
In the event of conflict between the printed version and the online version, the
on-line version will prevail.
Effective date of this course calendar information, unless otherwise indicated, is Sept. 1, 2004 to Aug. 31, 2005.
Appliance Servicing
APPL 1101 cr-6.5
Basic Electricity
Students will study the basic principles of electromagnetism. They
will perform practical applications on motors, generators, and
small appliances while learning to use the basic tools and test
equipment in the appliance servicing industry.
APPL 1102 cr-1
Basic Electronics
Students will learn the fundamentals of electronics as they relate to
appliance repairs. They will apply the theory of diodes, silicone
controlled rectifiers, and triacs in lab experiments using the
multimeter and oscilloscope.
Students will study the operation and repair of common makes of
household electric dryers. They will apply schematic diagnostic
techniques and flow charts to trouble-shoot faults to current
Canadian Industrial Standards.
Students will study the operation and repair of standard and self-
cleaning household ranges. They will apply the use of testers and
trouble-shoot a series of systematic procedures to current
Canadian Industrial Standards.
Students will focus on the installation and repair of automatic
electric dishwashers. They will use flow charts and schematic
diagrams to trouble-shoot electrical and mechanical problems and
perform repairs to current Canadian Industrial Standards.
Students will focus on installation, diagnosis and repair of
automatic washers. They will use flowcharts and schematic
diagrams to trouble-shoot problems and perform repairs to
current Canadian Industrial Standards.
Students will test and repair garbage disposers, trash compactors,
and electric water heaters. They will master all procedures and
safety practices to current Canadian Industrial Standards.
Students will study the theory and practice the safe installation,
testing, and repair of microwave ovens. They will use current
Canadian Industrial Standards in the trouble-shooting and
identification of mechanical and electrical faults.
Students will focus on the theory, testing, diagnosis, and repair of
basic refrigeration units and domestic air conditioners. They will
apply systematic procedures to analyze and repair refrigerators to
meet current Canadian Industrial Standards.