NC3 Digital Badges
Apple Certified Support Professional
Objective:Earning the Apple Certified Support Professional certification demonstrates knowledge and skills needed to help support Apple devices in your organization. This course builds upon core knowledge to introduce topics like mobile device management, device setup, device profiles, and more.
Apple Certified Support Professional
Description
Objective:
Earning the Apple Certified Support Professional certification demonstrates knowledge and skills needed to help support Apple devices in your organization. This course builds upon core knowledge to introduce topics like mobile device management, device setup, device profiles, and more.
Competencies
- Identify, configure, and troubleshoot Mobile Device Management (MDM) systems on Apple devices for organizational compliance
- Distinguish between Managed and personal Apple Accounts while implementing data privacy protocols and configuring iCloud services
- Execute device setup, backup, and restore procedures while resolving recovery issues across Apple platforms
- Administer user accounts, authentication methods, and accessibility features to support diverse user requirements
- Diagnose network connectivity issues while implementing Wi-Fi security best practices and privacy protection
- Implement privacy controls and security settings across Apple devices and macOS system protection measures
- Maintain software updates and application management while facilitating content sharing and optimizing system performance
- Analyze system diagnostics using monitoring utilities to resolve hardware and software issues on Apple devices
Applicable Skills
Refrigeration Fundamentals and Procedures
Objective:Students will learn about the fundamentals and procedures of the transportation refrigeration industry. In this certification, students will be able to diagnose several operating procedures for the Thermo King Single Temp Precedent unit such as the difference between heat, temperature and latent heat, refrigerant flow throughout the unit, system operations, and service tools and procedures. There will be hands-on labs for the students to practice what they learned.
Refrigeration Fundamentals and Procedures
Description
Objective:
Students will learn about the fundamentals and procedures of the transportation refrigeration industry. In this certification, students will be able to diagnose several operating procedures for the Thermo King Single Temp Precedent unit such as the difference between heat, temperature and latent heat, refrigerant flow throughout the unit, system operations, and service tools and procedures. There will be hands-on labs for the students to practice what they learned.
Competencies
- Describe the scope and purpose of the Transport Refrigeration Industry
- Describe the operating modes of a Thermo King Single Temperature trailer unit
- Describe the operation of the four main components of a refrigeration system
- Describe refrigerant flow and component interaction specific to a transport refrigeration single temperature trailer unit
- Describe and use refrigeration equipment and procedures
- Demonstrate the proper service procedures of a refrigerant level check, low side pump down, refrigerant recovery, evacuation and charging of a transport refrigeration single temperature trailer
- Demonstrate service valve operation
- Demonstrate gauge manifold installation & removal procedures
- Describe how the different types of heat and heat transfer affect transport refrigeration
- Describe the effect of pressure/temperature relationships in refrigeration systems
- Describe the function of the four-component refrigeration system
Applicable Skills
Unit Navigation & Preventative Maintenance
Objective:Students will learn about transport refrigeration unit navigation and preventative maintenance. In this certification, students will be able to navigate the SR4 refrigeration control interface and read alarms codes, be able to perform preventative maintenance procedures to ensure optimal performance, and know the importance of maintenance procedures. There will also be hands-on labs for the students to demonstrate their knowledge.
Unit Navigation & Preventative Maintenance
Description
Objective:
Students will learn about transport refrigeration unit navigation and preventative maintenance. In this certification, students will be able to navigate the SR4 refrigeration control interface and read alarms codes, be able to perform preventative maintenance procedures to ensure optimal performance, and know the importance of maintenance procedures. There will also be hands-on labs for the students to demonstrate their knowledge.
Competencies
- Demonstrate navigation to the three (3) different menu levels
- Describe the differences between the different test modes
- Demonstrate a unit Pretrip
- Demonstrate how to record engine hours, alarms and set points (unit information)
- Describe interior and exterior trailer and unit inspection procedures
- Demonstrate how to inspect and clean an evaporator coil
- Demonstrate inspection of door latches and hinges on a Thermo King Precedent unit
- Describe how to pressure check the coolant system and check coolant freeze points
- Describe the proper use of a Krikit Gauge and an Ultrasonic Tension Tool
- Demonstrate how to Inspect battery cables and perform a battery load test
- Demonstrate how to check for fluid levels such as oil, fuel and refrigerant
- Describe a Yanmar Valve Adjustment
- Demonstrate how to inspect compressor oil level and condition
- Demonstrate how to check temperature differential
- Demonstrate fuel system inspection and maintenance
- Demonstrate how to check and replace oil, fuel and air filters
- Demonstrate how to inspect and clean microchannel coils
Applicable Skills
Tormach 24R Router
Objective:This certification offers an educational opportunity that can be utilized in commercial applications and is stackable with any CNC program. It builds on the fundamentals taught in the xsTech program. It is designed to help students obtain certification to start their career with local unions and employers in the commercial machining industry. By building a local partnership between industry partners and participating schools, the program provides a win-win situation for both parties. The program focuses on understanding product how-to literature, maintenance, and general knowledge of the machine. Certification by Tormach standards is provided to students on how to properly program and upkeep the machine. This enables students to gain valuable hands-on experience in the commercial machining industry and prepares them for future employment opportunities. Overall, the certification program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of commercial machining practices and standards. It helps them develop the necessary skills to start their career in the industry while providing a win-win situation for local schools and industry partners.
Tormach 24R Router
Description
Objective:
This certification offers an educational opportunity that can be utilized in commercial applications and is stackable with any CNC program. It builds on the fundamentals taught in the xsTech program. It is designed to help students obtain certification to start their career with local unions and employers in the commercial machining industry. By building a local partnership between industry partners and participating schools, the program provides a win-win situation for both parties. The program focuses on understanding product how-to literature, maintenance, and general knowledge of the machine. Certification by Tormach standards is provided to students on how to properly program and upkeep the machine. This enables students to gain valuable hands-on experience in the commercial machining industry and prepares them for future employment opportunities. Overall, the certification program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of commercial machining practices and standards. It helps them develop the necessary skills to start their career in the industry while providing a win-win situation for local schools and industry partners.
Competencies
- Safety
- Machine Setup
- PathPilot®
- Material Setup
- Tool Setup
- Machine Operation
- CAD/CAM
- Maintenance
Applicable Skills
Tormach CNC Fundamentals
Objective:This certification offers an educational opportunity that can be utilized in commercial applications and is stackable with any CNC program. It is designed to help students obtain certification to start their career with local unions and employers in the commercial machining industry. By building a local partnership between industry partners and participating schools, the program provides a win-win situation for both parties. The program focuses on understanding product how-to literature, maintenance, and general knowledge of the machine. Certification by Tormach standards is provided to students on how to properly program and upkeep the machine. This enables students to gain valuable hands-on experience in the commercial machining industry and prepares them for future employment opportunities. Overall, the certification program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of commercial machining practices and standards. It helps them develop the necessary skills to start their career in the industry while providing a win-win situation for local schools and industry partners.
Tormach CNC Fundamentals
Description
Objective:
This certification offers an educational opportunity that can be utilized in commercial applications and is stackable with any CNC program. It is designed to help students obtain certification to start their career with local unions and employers in the commercial machining industry. By building a local partnership between industry partners and participating schools, the program provides a win-win situation for both parties. The program focuses on understanding product how-to literature, maintenance, and general knowledge of the machine. Certification by Tormach standards is provided to students on how to properly program and upkeep the machine. This enables students to gain valuable hands-on experience in the commercial machining industry and prepares them for future employment opportunities. Overall, the certification program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of commercial machining practices and standards. It helps them develop the necessary skills to start their career in the industry while providing a win-win situation for local schools and industry partners.
Competencies
- What is CNC?
- Safety
- Machine Setup
- PathPilot®
- Material Setup
- Tool Setup
- Measurement
- Machine Operation
- Speeds & Feeds
- G & M Codes
- CAM
- Maintenance
Applicable Skills
Tormach Metal Milling
Objective:The certification program offers an educational opportunity that can be utilized in commercial applications and is stackable with any CNC program. It builds on the fundamentals taught in the CNC Fundamentals course and adds on knowledge on how to machine with metal in addition to wood. It is designed to help students obtain certification to start their career with local unions and employers in the commercial machining industry. By building a local partnership between industry partners and participating schools, the program provides a win-win situation for both parties. The program focuses on understanding product how-to literature, maintenance, and general knowledge of the machine. Certification by Tormach standards is provided to students on how to properly program and upkeep the machine. This enables students to gain valuable hands-on experience in the commercial machining industry and prepares them for future employment opportunities. Overall, the certification program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of commercial machining practices and standards. It helps them develop the necessary skills to start their career in the industry while providing a win-win situation for local schools and industry partners.
Tormach Metal Milling
Description
Objective:
The certification program offers an educational opportunity that can be utilized in commercial applications and is stackable with any CNC program. It builds on the fundamentals taught in the CNC Fundamentals course and adds on knowledge on how to machine with metal in addition to wood. It is designed to help students obtain certification to start their career with local unions and employers in the commercial machining industry. By building a local partnership between industry partners and participating schools, the program provides a win-win situation for both parties. The program focuses on understanding product how-to literature, maintenance, and general knowledge of the machine. Certification by Tormach standards is provided to students on how to properly program and upkeep the machine. This enables students to gain valuable hands-on experience in the commercial machining industry and prepares them for future employment opportunities. Overall, the certification program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of commercial machining practices and standards. It helps them develop the necessary skills to start their career in the industry while providing a win-win situation for local schools and industry partners.
Competencies
- Safety
- Machine Setup
- PathPilot®
- Tooling & Tooling Setup
- Speeds & Feeds
- Machining Metal
Applicable Skills
BAS I-1: Intro to HVAC Systems, Building Control
Objective:Buildings today require smarter and better technology. Controls technology provides the platform for the next generation of data-driven, technology-enabled services that are helping to create high performance buildings with reduced costs, better indoor environments and smaller environmental footprints. Building Automation Systems provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to perform common building automation operating tasks effectively and efficiently. This certificate is recognized by Trane.
BAS I-1: Intro to HVAC Systems, Building Control
Description
Objective:
Buildings today require smarter and better technology. Controls technology provides the platform for the next generation of data-driven, technology-enabled services that are helping to create high performance buildings with reduced costs, better indoor environments and smaller environmental footprints. Building Automation Systems provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to perform common building automation operating tasks effectively and efficiently. This certificate is recognized by Trane.
Competencies
- Determine the need for an air system.
- Explain the parts of an air flow loop.
- Identify some common air types of air systems.
- Identify the equipment used in air flow systems.
- Discuss typical VAV box operation.
- Discuss some typical VAV box applications.
- Describe a Building Automation System (BAS).
- Discuss the levels of control in a building automation systems.
- Describe how these levels relate to equipment in your building.
Applicable Skills
BAS I-2: Automation, Spaces, Equipment, Security
Objective:Buildings today require smarter and better technology. Controls technology provides the platform for the next generation of data-driven, technology-enabled services that are helping to create high performance buildings with reduced costs, better indoor environments and smaller environmental footprints. Building Automation Systems provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to perform common building automation operating tasks effectively and efficiently. This certificate is recognized by Trane.
BAS I-2: Automation, Spaces, Equipment, Security
Description
Objective:
Buildings today require smarter and better technology. Controls technology provides the platform for the next generation of data-driven, technology-enabled services that are helping to create high performance buildings with reduced costs, better indoor environments and smaller environmental footprints. Building Automation Systems provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to perform common building automation operating tasks effectively and efficiently. This certificate is recognized by Trane.
Competencies
- Navigate within the Tracer Synchrony system.
- Define Spaces and Equipment.
- Perform Administrator duties within Tracer Synchrony.
- Explain the different Roles.
Applicable Skills
BAS I-3: Set Points, Scheduling, Area & VAS, Points
Objective:Buildings today require smarter and better technology. Controls technology provides the platform for the next generation of data-driven, technology-enabled services that are helping to create high performance buildings with reduced costs, better indoor environments and smaller environmental footprints. Building Automation Systems provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to perform common building automation operating tasks effectively and efficiently. This certificate is recognized by Trane.
BAS I-3: Set Points, Scheduling, Area & VAS, Points
Description
Objective:
Buildings today require smarter and better technology. Controls technology provides the platform for the next generation of data-driven, technology-enabled services that are helping to create high performance buildings with reduced costs, better indoor environments and smaller environmental footprints. Building Automation Systems provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to perform common building automation operating tasks effectively and efficiently. This certificate is recognized by Trane.
Competencies
- Apply the sequence of operation.
- Define the operating modes of a Trane BAS system.
- Modify and use the different types of schedules within Tracer Synchrony.
- Explain how points are used in Tracer Synchrony.
- Override and Generate alarms on a point within Tracer Synchrony.
- Explain the difference between in service and out of service.
- Explain the benefits and how Area application works within Tracer Synchrony.
- Adjust an Area setpoint.
- Explain the benefits and how VAS application works within Tracer Synchrony.
Applicable Skills
BAS I-4: Chiller Plant Control, Alarms, Events
Objective:Buildings today require smarter and better technology. Controls technology provides the platform for the next generation of data-driven, technology-enabled services that are helping to create high performance buildings with reduced costs, better indoor environments and smaller environmental footprints. Building Automation Systems provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to perform common building automation operating tasks effectively and efficiently. This certificate is recognized by Trane.
BAS I-4: Chiller Plant Control, Alarms, Events
Description
Objective:
Buildings today require smarter and better technology. Controls technology provides the platform for the next generation of data-driven, technology-enabled services that are helping to create high performance buildings with reduced costs, better indoor environments and smaller environmental footprints. Building Automation Systems provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to perform common building automation operating tasks effectively and efficiently. This certificate is recognized by Trane.
Competencies
- Create, View, Export, and Delete a data log.
- Explain the different types of reports available.
- Schedule, View, and Export reports.
- Explain the importance of backups.
- Create, Export, Restore a backup.
Applicable Skills
BAS I-5: Data Logs, Reports, Backup
Objective:Buildings today require smarter and better technology. Controls technology provides the platform for the next generation of data-driven, technology-enabled services that are helping to create high performance buildings with reduced costs, better indoor environments and smaller environmental footprints. Building Automation Systems provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to perform common building automation operating tasks effectively and efficiently. This certificate is recognized by Trane.
BAS I-5: Data Logs, Reports, Backup
Description
Objective:
Buildings today require smarter and better technology. Controls technology provides the platform for the next generation of data-driven, technology-enabled services that are helping to create high performance buildings with reduced costs, better indoor environments and smaller environmental footprints. Building Automation Systems provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to perform common building automation operating tasks effectively and efficiently. This certificate is recognized by Trane.
Competencies
- Monitor and control building mechanical systems.
- Respond to alarm conditions.
- Create custom alarms.
- Generate reports and data logs.
- Create custom time-of-day schedules.
- Learn how time-of-day, area and variable air system applications work together tto control your air side systems.
- Respond to hot and cold calls.
- Utilize contract documentation to identify control component locations.
Applicable Skills
SC+ BAS I-1: Intro to HVAC Systems, Building Control 2023
Objective:Buildings today require smarter and better technology. Controls technology provides the platform for the next generation of data-driven, technology-enabled services that are helping to create high performance buildings with reduced costs, better indoor environments and smaller environmental footprints. Building Automation Systems provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to perform common building automation operating tasks effectively and efficiently. This certificate is recognized by Trane.
SC+ BAS I-1: Intro to HVAC Systems, Building Control 2023
Description
Objective:
Buildings today require smarter and better technology. Controls technology provides the platform for the next generation of data-driven, technology-enabled services that are helping to create high performance buildings with reduced costs, better indoor environments and smaller environmental footprints. Building Automation Systems provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to perform common building automation operating tasks effectively and efficiently. This certificate is recognized by Trane.
Competencies
- Monitor and control building mechanical systems.
- Respond to alarm conditions.
- Create custom alarms.
- Generate reports and data logs.
- Create custom time-of-day schedules.
- Learn how time-of-day, area and variable air system applications work together tto control your air side systems.
- Respond to hot and cold calls.
- Utilize contract documentation to identify control component locations.