This page is dedicated to the professional development and advanced learning for our Trades staff.
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Required Training
Maximo Training
If you require training for Maximo, please email maxhelp@berkeley.edu
For more information about information and helpful tips, please visit our Maximo Support page.
Foundational Skills Trainings
Safety
FS 101 (Required of all FS Employees)
FS 101 is a required course for all Facilities Services employees upon employement.
Please follow this link to ensure you have taken the course and/or sign up for it.
Workplace Safety
The Workplace Safety training(link is external)(link is external) is available as an eCourse through the UC Learning Center(link is external)(link is external). This one-time mandatory training for all campus employees (faculty, staff and student employees) provides valuable information on responsibilities, work-related injuries and illnesses, analyzing hazards and applying controls, what to do in a campus emergency, and resources available to you. Access the Workplace Safety online e-course(link is external)(link is external) and learn more about workplace safety by reviewing the resources below.
Hazardous Materials
EHS 702 Heat Illness
"Work in hot environments can have direct effects on human health including, heat exhaustion, reduced labor productivity, and heat stroke. All university employees who work outdoors or in environments with elevated indoor temperatures may be at risk for heat illness– the group of medical conditions caused by the body’s inability to cope with heat."
Check out the EHS Heat Illness Prevention and Response course.
Check out the EHS Heat Illness Prevention and Response course.
EHS 104FS
"Introduction to laboratory safety for support personnel. Topics include: Clothing & PPE, hazards (physical, chemical, radiological, biological, laser, animal), signs and warnings, magnets, access restrictions, work practices, security, emergency procedures, reporting, and fire safety."
Check out the EHS Laboratory Safety Awareness course.
Check out the EHS Laboratory Safety Awareness course.
Berkeley Defensive Driver
UCB Property Management offers a Defensive Driver course.
As part of authorizing recurring campus drivers, the driver must first complete the campus’ safe driver training program found at: https://property.berkeley.edu/faq/driver-authorization/how-do-i-access-online-defensive-driver-training-course, and provide a copy of the certificate of completion to the Driver Data Coordinator.
As part of authorizing recurring campus drivers, the driver must first complete the campus’ safe driver training program found at: https://property.berkeley.edu/faq/driver-authorization/how-do-i-access-online-defensive-driver-training-course, and provide a copy of the certificate of completion to the Driver Data Coordinator.
Facilities Maintenance Safety
Facilities Maintenance Safety
This core learning path will cover the foundational knowledge around the safety procedures and awareness required to operate in the field. They are perfect for newer apprentices and technicians who are just starting out in their career.
This core learning path will cover the foundational knowledge around the safety procedures and awareness required to operate in the field. They are perfect for newer apprentices and technicians who are just starting out in their career.
11 Courses
12-14 Hours
*If you are a UCB FS employee, please contact fs-administration@berkeley.edu(link sends e-mail) to gain access to Interplay.
Advanced
Berkeley People Management Program
Designed by the People & Organization Development team, the BPM programs provide opportunities to grow and develop leadership skills.
Certificate Program in Facilities Management
"The Certificate Program in Facilities Management provides the knowledge, tools and skills needed for successful facilities management, along with a thorough understanding of the critical business-decision-making process of the facility manager. You learn industry-essential subjects such as operations and maintenance, strategic planning, commercial real estate, project management, space planning and construction management.
With a curriculum overseen by an advisory board of industry and education leaders and approved by the University of California, Berkeley, Department of Architecture, you are assured of a relevant, up-to-date education. The certificate also includes content that addresses all 11 competency areas recognized by the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA).
Certificate Program in Facilities Management
Check out the Sponsored Tuition Program for free tuition
With a curriculum overseen by an advisory board of industry and education leaders and approved by the University of California, Berkeley, Department of Architecture, you are assured of a relevant, up-to-date education. The certificate also includes content that addresses all 11 competency areas recognized by the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA).
Certificate Program in Facilities Management
Check out the Sponsored Tuition Program for free tuition
Advanced Program in Sustainable Management
"The Advanced Program in Sustainable Management covers the foundational topics in sustainability, carbon management, environmental business strategy, project implementation, environmental law and policy, compliance management systems and climate change risk-mitigation strategies.
Learn how to comply with environmental regulations, as well as design and implement sustainability practices in cost-effective ways in the public and private sectors. Complete the courses that will enhance your knowledge and skills in the areas that reflect your career objectives."
Advanced Program in Sustainable Management
Check out the Sponsored Tuition Program for free tuition
Certificate Program in Construction Management and Leadership
This certificate is unique in that it integrates course options to enhance your soft skills. Our certificate is the only one of its kind that offers dedicated courses focused on:
- Managing subcontractors
- Business negotiations
- Sustainable building and LEED design
- Leadership and management
Develop stronger leadership and interpersonal skills that are critical to your career progression into upper-management positions.
Certificate Program in Construction Management and Leadership
Check out the Sponsored Tuition Program for free tuition
Certificate Program in Leadership and Management
"Become a more effective leader, manager or supervisor through practical, skill-based learning. Grounded in the practical aspects of day-to-day management, the curriculum develops knowledge and skills useful to a position of influence, even if you are not in a formal management role. Better understand the latest principles, strategic concepts, philosophies and advanced applications in management and leadership."
Certificate Program in Leadership and ManagementCheck out the Sponsored Tuition Program for free tuition
HVAC
HVAC Fundamentals
- HVAC Fundamentals 1*
- This path will give you the foundation needed to get the edge over your peers in your new HVAC career.
- 6 Courses
- Time: 7-9 Hours
- HVAC Fundamentals 2*
- This path gets more into the details of HVAC system components and how they work together. The courses will give you the foundation to use Trades Math in various contexts such as pressure, temperature, ratios, and proportions.
- 7 Courses
- Time: 7-14 Hours
*If you are a UCB FS employee, please contact fs-administration@berkeley.edu to gain access to Interplay.
HVAC Technician/Installer Year 1-4 Training
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This learning pathway is designed to teach essential competencies that support on-the-job learning, providing a strong educational foundation for Year 1 HVAC Technician/Installer professionals.
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45 Courses
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Time: 55-82 Hours
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This learning pathway is designed to teach essential competencies that support on-the-job learning, providing a strong educational foundation for Year 2 HVAC Technician/Installer professionals.
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31 Courses
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Time: 35-60 Hours
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This learning pathway is designed to teach essential competencies that support on-the-job learning, providing a strong educational foundation for Year 3 HVAC Technician/Installer professionals.
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23 Courses
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Time: 46-65 Hours
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This learning pathway is designed to teach essential competencies that support on-the-job learning, providing a strong educational foundation for Year 4 HVAC Technician/Installer professionals.
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18 Courses
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Time: 46-64 Hours
*If you are a UCB FS employee, please contact fs-administration@berkeley.edu to gain access to Interplay.
Certificate Program in HVAC
"The field of heating, ventilation and air conditioning—HVAC—is the science and practice of controlling indoor climate to provide healthy and comfortable interior conditions for occupants in a well-designed, energy-efficient, code-compliant and low-emissions manner. The Certificate Program in HVAC provides a structured approach to learning the in-depth technical principles and applications you need to design new HVAC systems and retrofit existing systems to meet energy-conservation and comfort standards. The curriculum is overseen by an advisory board of industry and education leaders and approved by the University of California, Berkeley, College of Environmental Design, ensuring your education is relevant and up to date. Courses are taught by working professionals with many years of practical experience."
Check out the Sponsored Tuition Program for free tuition
Electrical
Electrical Year 1-4 Training
- Electrical Year 1*
- This learning pathway is designed to teach essential competencies that support on-the-job learning, providing a strong educational foundation for Year 1 Electrician professionals.
- Courses: 18
- Time: 22-35 Hours
- Electrical Year 2*
- This learning pathway is designed to teach essential competencies that support on-the-job learning, providing a strong educational foundation for Year 2 Electrician professionals.
- Courses: 20
- Time: 27-47 Hours
- Electrical Year 3*
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This learning pathway is designed to teach essential competencies that support on-the-job learning, providing a strong educational foundation for Year 3 Electrician professionals.
- Courses: 19
- Time: 29-39 Hours
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- Electrical Year 4*
- This learning pathway is designed to teach essential competencies that support on-the-job learning, providing a strong educational foundation for Year 4 Electrician professionals.
- Courses: 9
- Time: 17-26 Hours
*If you are a UCB FS employee, please contact fs-administration@berkeley.edu to gain access to Interplay.
Electrical Theory, Safety, and Tools
- Electrical and Controls
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This competency path will provide you with an excellent foundation in electrical theory, safety and tools of the trade to get you started on your journey towards electrical mastery. This pathway will take you around 10 hours to complete.
- Courses: 8
- Time: 11-19 Hours
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*If you are a UCB FS employee, please contact fs-administration@berkeley.edu to gain access to Interplay.
Clean Energy
Building Automation Systems (BAS) Introduction
Building Automation Systems (BAS) Introduction
The course includes the following content:
- Define Building Automation Systems (BAS) and identify the key components involved
- Understand the primary purposes and functions of BAS in enhancing building efficiency, comfort, and security
- Describe the roles of skilled trade workers and building managers in the installation, maintenance, and management of BAS
- Explain the benefits of automating building systems, including energy efficiency, improved comfort, and enhanced security
*If you are a UCB FS employee, please contact fs-administration@berkeley.edu to gain access to Interplay.
Energy Management Introduction
Energy Management Introduction
The course includes the following content:
- Understand the concept of energy management
- Identify how energy audits and benchmarking contribute to energy management
- Identify examples of practices and technologies that promote energy efficiency
- Identify sources of funding for energy efficiency projects
- Understand what building systems have high energy consumption
- Recognize the economic benefits of energy management
*If you are a UCB FS employee, please contact fs-administration@berkeley.edu to gain access to Interplay.
Introduction to Utility Solar
Introduction to Utility Solar
The course includes the following content:
- Understand the concept of energy management
- Identify how energy audits and benchmarking contribute to energy management
- Identify examples of practices and technologies that promote energy efficiency
- Identify sources of funding for energy efficiency projects
- Understand what building systems have high energy consumption
- Recognize the economic benefits of energy management
*If you are a UCB FS employee, please contact fs-administration@berkeley.edu to gain access to Interplay.
Solar
Solar 101
Solar Basics 101 is a short introductory course designed to give everyone a broad snapshot of the solar industry and why it is exciting and important. We briefly explain the technology, industry applications, basic components and economics of solar PV.The course includes the following content:
- What is solar 'PV' (photovoltaic) technology.
- How is solar PV used all around the world to supply electric power to off-grid applications as well as grid-connected homes and businesses.
- Why individuals and companies are 'going solar'.
- What are the key electrical and mechanical components of a solar PV system.
- How solar output changes over a day and over a year.
- How solar systems work with the utility grid
- The meaning of 'Net Energy Metering'
Foundations of PV
The Foundations of PV course is for those just starting out in the industry, who wish to gain a deeper and broader foundational knowledge about all aspects of modern solar photovoltaics. We explore the early and recent history of the field, and explain in detail the wide range of applications of solar technology, both off the grid and connected to utility power, including a clear explanation of where and how the current explosive growth in grid-connected systems started. You will also become familiar with all the key electrical components of various PV solutions, and how they work together to give power day and night, including the emerging trend for battery storage.
The course includes the following content:
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Early technical milestones that gave us more efficient solar cells
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How the market has grown, and why, and what employment prospects look like
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The surprising ways that solar PV is being utilized in developing countries
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The differences and key aspects of grid-connected systems for residential, commercial and utility installations
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How 'Net Energy Metering' works, and what is driving the current interest in solar + energy storage
*If you are a UCB FS employee, please contact fs-administration@berkeley.edu to gain access to Interplay.
Plumbing
Plumbing Year 1-4 Training
- Plumbing Year 1*
- This learning pathway is designed to provide supplemental education and teach essential competencies that support on-the-job training, providing a strong educational foundation for Year 1 Plumber professionals.
- Courses: 32
- Time: 38-56 Hours
- Plumbing Year 2*
- This learning pathway is designed to provide supplemental education and teach essential competencies that support on-the-job training, providing a strong educational foundation for Year 2 Plumber professionals.
- Courses: 24
- Time: 41-63 Hours
- Plumbing Year 3*
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This learning pathway is designed to provide supplemental education and teach essential competencies that support on-the-job training, providing a strong educational foundation for Year 3 Plumber professionals
- Courses: 23
- Time: 45-64 Hours
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- Plumbing Year 4*
- This learning pathway is designed to provide supplemental education and teach essential competencies that support on-the-job training, providing a strong educational foundation for Year 4 Plumber professionals.
- Courses: 7
- Time: 11-18 Hours
*If you are a UCB FS employee, please contact fs-administration@berkeley.edu to gain access to Interplay.
Plumbing Safety
- Plumbing Safety
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Learners will engage with comprehensive safety topics common to all plumbing companies. Compare this path to any other external safety content already in use at your organization.
- Courses: 19
- Time: 20-24 Hours
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*If you are a UCB FS employee, please contact fs-administration@berkeley.edu to gain access to Interplay.