Construction and Trades

Registration for continuing education classes is done by mail, online or over the phone using a MasterCard or Visa by calling 253.680.7402.

Continuing Education classes are self-supported; therefore, Bates will cancel a class if there are too few participants enrolled to cover the cost of the class. If your withdrawal notification is given on or before one business day prior to the first day of class, or the class is canceled, you will receive a 100 percent refund. Bates reserves the right to cancel, reschedule class times and/or dates, or change instructors. We will notify you only if class is canceled.

Spring 2013 (Registration happening now) and Summer 2013 Class Schedule (Registration begins April 30)

Boiler/Operating Engineers

Boiler Operator Certification Testing
Class I Chief Operating Engineer, Class II & III Operating Engineer and Class IV and V Boiler Fireman
This certification is required to operate boilers in the City of Tacoma. Bates administers testing monthly at South Campus, 2201 S. 78th Street in Tacoma. For more information regarding Boiler Certification Packet Materials call 253.680.7402.

Operating Engineers Class I and II-Certification, STENG 232
Learn the knowledge and skills necessary for supervisory boiler plant operating engineer positions. Upon successful completion of class and required years of experience, students are eligible to take the Class I or II Operating Engineer Certification Exam, which is required to operate in the City of Tacoma, ordinance No. 26951. Text is approximately $200, not included. 

Required Textbook:

Steam Plant Operation (ISBN: 0071418466)

Spring Schedule (Registration happening now)
4231, BSC-E111, Sat, 4/27-7/20, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., 6 cr., $475 Canceled due to low enrollment

Boiler Fireman Class III and IV-Certification, STENG 222
Construct and operate low- and high-pressure steam and hot water boilers, learn safety procedures, and more. Prepare for Boiler Fireman III and IV certification exams, which are required to operate in the City of Tacoma, ordinance No. 26951. Text is approximately $220, not included.

Required Textbooks:
Low Pressure Boilers (ISBN: 9780826943583)
Low Pressure Boilers Workbook (ISBN: 9780826943590)
High Pressure Boilers (ISBN: 9780826943156)

Spring Schedule 
4230, BSC-B107, Sat, 4/27-7/20, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., 6 cr., $475

Operating Engineer Class I and II, Refresher, STENG 197
This is a refresher course for license renewal. 
Summer Schedule (Registration begins Apr. 30)

4225, BSC-E102, Sat, 5/11, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., 1 cr., $95
4225, BSC-E102, Sat, 6/8, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., 1 cr., $95
4225, BSC-E102, Sat, 7/13, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., 1 cr., $95

Boiler Fireman Class III and IV, Refresher, STENG 198
This is a refresher course for license renewal.
Summer Schedule (Registration begins April 30)
4226, BSC-E102, Sat, 5/11, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., 1 cr., $95
4226, BSC-E102, Sat, 6/8, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., 1 cr., $95
4226, BSC-E102, Sat, 7/13, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., 1 cr., $95

Building Maintenance

Basic Electricity, BUIMT 086
Students will learn the fundamental theories, principles and terminology needed to develop an understanding of electricity.
Spring Schedule (Registration begins Feb. 6)
7619, BSC-B201, Sat, 3/16-5/18, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 40 hrs., $250

Environmental Energy, ENVR 092
Learn about environmental energy, including air quality and filtration, dust control cleaning for a healthy building environment, electrical energy use and conservation, heating conservation and water consumption.
Spring Schedule 
7543, BSC-E111, Sat, 4/13-5/4, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 20 hrs., $200

Sustainable Custodial Housekeeping, BUIMT 091
Students receive an overview of housekeeping and custodial functions according to industry standards. This course is suggested for current and future custodians, engineers and maintenance supervisors.
Spring Schedule 
7622, BSC-E208, Sat, 4/13-6/22, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., 70 hrs., $475 Canceled due to low enrollment

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

HVAC, Basic I, HVAC 093
This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of refrigeration and air conditioning. Learn the basic principles of refrigeration and the necessary skills to conduct troubleshooting for HVAC mechanical and electrical problems.
Spring Schedule 
7624, BSC-B115, Sat, 4/13-6/15, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., 60 hrs., $400 Full

Air Conditioning/Refrigeration EPA Exam (CFC Exam), HVAC 121
This exam meets the requirements set forth by the EPA (Section 608 of the Clean Air Act). The preparatory manual contains information necessary for a technician to achieve a passing score on Type I, II, III or universal certifications. Students must register and receive a preparatory manual 10 business days prior to the exam date.  Please call for information on dates.

Summer Schedule (Registration begins April 30)
4135, BDC-E103, M, 6/3, 6-9 p.m., $95, last day to register 5/20
4136, BDC-E103, M, 7/15, 6-9 p.m., $95, last day to register 7/1

Machining

Milling & Lathe Machining, Beginning, MCHN 091
This hands-on course provides entry-level skills with a choice of manual engine lathe or manual milling machine. Topics include blueprint reading, feeds and speeds, Hi-Tech equipment plus how to manipulate fractions and decimals to reach allowable tolerances and how to read machine-measuring instruments. Course meets minimum skill requirements for those applying for employment and some apprenticeship programs.
Spring Schedule
7632, BDC-E101, M,W, 2/25-5/8, 4:30-8:30 p.m., 80 hrs., $470 Canceled due to low enrollment

Welding  

Welding, Basic, WELD 055
For beginning or experienced welders, learn oxyacetylene and arc. This course covers flat and vertical beads on plate, cutting and burning. Arc covers 6010 and 7018 electrodes in horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.  To view supplies click here.
Summer Schedule (Registration begins April 30)
7556, BSC-B311, M, W, 5/13-6/17, 6-9 p.m., 30 hrs., $230 Class is Full

Welding, Advanced, WELD 056
Processes using inert gas - GMAW in dual shield and short arc; MIG, and Tungsten inert gas welding. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
Summer Schedule (Registration begins April 30)
7561, BSC-B311, M, W, 5/13-6/17, 6-9 p.m., 30 hrs., $426 (only MIG available) Class is Full