Interplay Academy program was developed by our in-house experts, working backwards from job postings and real-life outcomes. We mapped the skills needed for each Academy outcome to our course content, and created expertly curated paths.
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Academy Name
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Academy Outcome
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Appliances Academy
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A learner is employable as an appliance repair technician who could be a valuable helper in the field
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Building Maintenance Academy
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A learner is employable as a building maintenance helper who could be a valuable helper in the field.
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Career Exploration Academy
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A learner can make an educated decision on which trade they will study.
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Electrical Academy
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A learner is employable as a electrician's helper who could be a valuable helper in the field
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HVAC Academy
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A learner is employable as a pre-apprentice level HVAC technician who could be a valuable helper in the field.
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Multi-Family Academy
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A learner is employable as a Maintenance Technician who could be a valuable helper in the field
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Plumbing Academy
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A learner is employable as a plumbing assistant who could be a valuable helper in the field
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Residential Construction Academy
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A learner is employable as an Building Construction Technology (BCT) Worker who could be a valuable helper in the field.
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Clean Energy Academy
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A learner is employable as a Energy Efficiency Technician helper who could be a valuable helper in the field.
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Solar Academy
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A learner is employable as a Solar Construction Worker or Installer who could be a valuable helper in the field.
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Appliances Academy
| Path Name | Course Name |
| Getting Started | Basic Plumbing Tools |
| Electrical Tools | |
| Plumbing Safety | |
| Electrical Safety | |
| Lockout/Tagout | |
| Electrical for Appliance Repair Technicians | Fundamental Electrical Concepts |
| Math for Electricians | |
| How to Use a Multimeter | |
| Electrical Devices | |
| Wire Types and Sizes | |
| Troubleshooting Basic Circuits | |
| Dishwashers | Dishwashers Overview |
| Dishwasher Troubleshooting | |
| Refrigerators | Refrigerants Overview |
| Refrigerator Troubleshooting | |
| Built In Cooking | Built-In Cooking Overview |
| Ranges Overview | |
| Electric Range Troubleshooting | |
| Microwaves Overview | |
| Kitchen Ventilation Overview | |
| Washers and Dryers | Intro to Washers and Dryers |
| Washer Diagnostics | |
| Electric Dryer Diagnostics | |
| Additional Content - EPA 608 Prep | EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Core |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Type I | |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Type II | |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Type III | |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Chart Applications & Test Prep | |
| Additional Content - 3rd Party Certifications | OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry |
| EPA Section 608 Certification |
Building Maintenance Academy
| Path Name | Course Name |
| Getting Started | Landscaping Basics |
| What is HVAC? | |
| HVAC Technicians | |
| How Does Plumbing Work? | |
| Becoming an Electrician | |
| Trades Math | |
| Practical Measurement for the Trades | |
| How to Use a Multimeter | |
| Safety & Systems | Plumbing Safety |
| HVAC Safety Basics | |
| HVAC System Parts | |
| HVAC Systems | |
| Electrical Safety | |
| Electrical Panels: Components and Safety | |
| Ladder and Fall Safety | |
| Electrical Basics | Fundamental Electrical Concepts |
| Electrical Tools | |
| Symbols and Wiring Diagrams | |
| Reading Schematics and Drawings | |
| Wire Types and Sizes | |
| Lockout/Tagout | |
| Intro to Fire Safety and Portable Fire Extinguishers | |
| Plumbing Basics | Basic Plumbing Tools |
| Plumbing Materials Overview | |
| Plumbing Fixtures Overview | |
| Plumbing Fixtures Installation | |
| Introduction to Water Heaters | |
| Plumbing Maintenance | |
| Drains | |
| Caulking and Sealing | |
| HVAC Basics | Basic HVAC Tools |
| HVAC Supplies | |
| HVAC Maintenance | |
| AC System Tools - Pressure and Refrigerant Basics | |
| Heat Stress Recognition and Prevention | |
| Preventing Slips Trips and Falls | |
| Additional Content - Workplace Professionalism | Working on a Team |
| Effective Communication in the Workplace | |
| Avoiding Callbacks | |
| Dealing with Difficult Customers | |
| Maintaining a Professional Image | |
| Additional Content - EPA 608 Prep | EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Core |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Type I | |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Type II | |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Type III | |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Chart Applications & Test Prep | |
| Additional Content - 3rd Party Certifications | OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry (English) |
| EPA Section 608 Certification |
Career Exploration Academy
| Course Name | Activity Name |
| Explore a Career in Electrical | Explore a Career In Electrical |
| A Career in Electrical (Download) | |
| The Electrical Industry | |
| Education and Training | |
| Life as an Apprentice | |
| Measuring Voltage | |
| Resistance & Continuity Testing | |
| Troubleshooting with a Multimeter | |
| Explore a Career in HVAC | Explore a Career In HVAC |
| A Career in HVAC (Download) | |
| Meet the HVAC Technician | |
| A Day on the Job | |
| HVAC Overview | |
| HVAC Systems | |
| Flow Plates | |
| Explore a Career in Plumbing | Explore a Career In Plumbing |
| A Career in Plumbing (Download) | |
| Water Supply Systems | |
| Water Distribution | |
| Pressure, Gravity, Drains, and Venting | |
| Sink Troubleshooting Scenarios | |
| Garbage Disposal Full Replacement | |
| Explore a Career in MF-FM | A Career in MF-FM (Download) |
| Make Ready Inspections | |
| Room Walkthroughs | |
| Range Configurations | |
| Range Components | |
| Garbage Disposal Full Replacement | |
| Clothes Won't Dry | |
| Explore a Career in Construction | A Career in Construction (Download) |
| Carpentry Skills & Tools | |
| Specilizations | |
| General House Construction Steps | |
| Build and Floor Frame | |
| Explore a Career in Building Maintenance | A Career in Building Maintenance (Download) |
| Install Drywall | |
| Office Light Fixture | |
| Troubleshooting Branch Circuits: General Receptacles | |
| Preventive Maintenance | |
| Side Mount Installation | |
| Steel Pipe Threading Method | |
| Explore a Career in Appliance Service | A Career in Appliance Service |
| Ice Maker Issues | |
| Dishwasher Doesn't Have Power | |
| Range Configurations | |
| Garbage Displosal Full Replacement | |
| Washer Flooding Floor | |
| Clothes Won't Dry |
Electrical Academy
| Path Name | Course Name |
| Getting Started | Becoming an Electrician |
| Math for Electricians | |
| Fundamental Electrical Concepts | |
| Tool Fundamentals | How to Use a Mulitmeter |
| Electrical Tools | |
| Hand and Power Tools and Electrical Work | |
| Circuit Basics | Building DC Circuits |
| Building DC Combination Circuits | |
| AC Power | |
| AC Motor Lab | |
| Installation Basics | Electrical Installation |
| Electrical Devices | |
| Ampacity and Wire Sizing | |
| EMT Conduit Bending | |
| Electrical Safety | Electrical Safety |
| Ladder and Fall Safety | |
| Lockout/Tagout Awareness | |
| Electrical Code | Intro to Electrical Code |
| Three and Four-Way Wiring and Installation | |
| Additional Content - 3rd Party Certifications | OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry (English) |
HVAC Academy
| Path Name | Course Name |
| Getting Started | What is HVAC? |
| HVAC Safety Basics | |
| Basic HVAC Tools | |
| Trades Math | |
| HVAC Fundamentals | HVAC Systems |
| HVAC System Parts | |
| HVAC Maintenance | |
| Fundamental Electrical Concepts | |
| Electrical for HVAC | Symbols and Wiring Diagrams |
| How to Use a Multimeter | |
| Meters, Switches, Loads & Circuits | |
| HVAC Motors | |
| Contactors and Motor Starters | |
| Thermostats and Heating Controls | |
| Troubleshooting Basic Circuits | |
| HVAC Refrigeration | Introduction to Refrigeration Systems |
| Refrigerants Overview | |
| AC System Tools - Pressure and Refrigerant Basics | |
| Temperature, Pressure, and Heat | |
| Evaporators and Condensors | |
| Troubleshooting Motors | |
| HVAC - Evacuation and Charging | Compressors |
| Diagnosing Compressor Problems | |
| Leak, Evacuation, and Charging | |
| Leak Check and Evacuation | |
| Charging Part 1: Tools and Rules | |
| Charging Part 2: Subcooling and Superheat | |
| Diagnosing A/C Systems | |
| HVAC Troubleshooting | Intro to Heat Pumps |
| Airflow Testing Procedures | |
| Residential A/C Troubleshooting | |
| Heat Pump Troubleshooting (Residential) | |
| Additional Content - Master Your Trade Simulations | Residential A/C Troubleshooting Assessment Simulation |
| Additional Content - 3rd Party Certification Prep | NATE Ready-to-Work Exam Prep |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Core | |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Type I | |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Type II | |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Type III | |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Chart Applications & Test Prep | |
| Additional Content - 3rd Party Certifications | NATE Ready-to-Work |
| OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry (English) | |
| EPA Section 608 Certification |
Multi-Family Academy
| Path Name | Course Name |
| Getting Started | What is HVAC? |
| How Does Plumbing Work? | |
| Becoming an Electrician | |
| Trades Math | |
| HVAC Safety Basics | |
| Plumbing Safety | |
| Lockout/Tagout | |
| Safety & Systems | Electrical Safety |
| Ladder and Fall Safety | |
| Fundamental Electrical Concepts | |
| HVAC Systems | |
| Basic Plumbing Tools | |
| Built-In Cooking Overview | |
| Fittings and Valves | |
| Electrical Basics | Electrical Panels: Components and Safety |
| Electrical Tools | |
| HVAC System Parts | |
| Kitchen Ventilation Overview | |
| Plumbing Fixtures Overview | |
| AC Power | |
| Plumbing Fixtures Installation | |
| AC System Tools - Pressure and Refrigerant Basics | |
| Tools & Appliances | Electrical Devices |
| Basic HVAC Tools | |
| Plumbing Materials Overview | |
| Dishwashers Overview | |
| Ranges Overview | |
| Wire Types and Sizes | |
| Symbols and Wiring Diagrams | |
| Plumbing Demolition | |
| Plumbing Basics | HVAC Technicians |
| Drains | |
| Microwaves Overview | |
| Evaporators and Condensers | |
| Tubular and Fixture Trim | |
| Hangers and Supports | |
| Refrigerators | Introduction to Refrigeration Systems |
| Refrigerators Overview | |
| Temperature, Pressure, and Heat | |
| Intermediate Plumbing | Compressors |
| Plastic Joining Methods | |
| Thermostats and Heating Controls | |
| Water Treatment and Well Systems | |
| Additional Content - Master Your Trade Simulations | Toilet Troubleshooting Replacement Assessment Simulation |
| Kitchen Sink Troubleshooting Assessment Simulation | |
| Additional Content - EPA 608 Prep | EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Core |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Type I | |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Type II | |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Type III | |
| EPA Section 608 Prep Course: Chart Applications & Test Prep | |
| Additional Content - 3rd Party Certifications | OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry (English) |
| EPA Section 608 Certification |
Plumbing Academy
| Path Name | Course Name |
| Getting Started | How does Plumbing Work? |
| Basic Plumbing Tools | |
| Plumbing Safety | |
| Trades Math | |
| Plumbing Basics | Plumbing Materials Overview |
| Plumbing Code Overview | |
| Plumbing Demolition | |
| Ladder and Fall Safety | |
| Pipe Joining & Repair | Plastic Joining Methods |
| Pipe Repair Procedures - Plastic Piping | |
| Pipe Repair Procedures - Metallic Piping | |
| Pipe Repair Procedures - Cast Iron | |
| Plumbing Fixtures and Fittings | Plumbing Fixtures Overview |
| Plumbing Fixtures Installation | |
| Tubular and Fixture Trim | |
| Caulking and Sealing | |
| Hangers and Supports | |
| Fittings and Valves | |
| Plumbing Fixture Troubleshooting & Replacement | Plumbing Maintenance |
| Drain Cleaning Overview | |
| Drain Cleaning Procedures | |
| Toilet Troubleshooting and Replacement | |
| Kitchen Sink Troubleshooting | |
| Electrical for Plumbing | Fundamental Electrical Concepts |
| How to Use a Multimeter | |
| Electrical Safety | |
| Water Heaters | Introduction to Water Heaters |
| Electric Water Heater Operation | |
| Gas Water Heater Operation | |
| Water Heater Maintenance | |
| Tankless Retrofit | |
| Additional Content - Master Your Trade Simulations | Kitchen Sink Troubleshooting Assessment Simulation |
| Toilet Troubleshooting and Replacement Assessment Simulation | |
| Additional Content - 3rd Party Certifications | OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry (English) |
Clean Energy Academy
| Path Name | Course Name |
| Construction and Solar Basics | Basic Construction for Trades |
| Ladder Safety | |
| Framing: Exterior Walls, Windows, and Doors | |
| Foundations of PV | |
| Solar Basics | |
| Introduction to Utility Solar | |
| Electrical Basics | Introduction to Electrical Circuits |
| Electrical Panels: Components and Safety | |
| Electrical Installation | |
| Electrical Devices | |
| How to Use a Multimeter | |
| Water Heating Systems | Introduction to Water Heaters |
| Introduction to Natural Gas and Liquid Propane Gas Piping Systems | |
| Gas Water Heater Operation | |
| Gas Furnace Commissioning Overview | |
| Preventing Slips Trips and Falls | |
| HVAC Systems | HVAC Ducting and Airflow |
| Comfort and Airflow | |
| Residential Split A/C System Commissioning | |
| Intro to Heat Pumps | |
| Introduction to Cold Climate Heat Pumps | |
| Airflow Testing Procedures | |
| HVAC Calculations | Manual J Calculations |
| Manual D Calculations | |
| SEER Ratings & AHRI Matchups | |
| SEER2 & Energy Efficiency | |
| Heat Stress Recognition and Prevention | |
| Workplace Professionalism | Working on a Team |
| Effective Communication in the Workplace | |
| Avoiding Callbacks | |
| Dealing with Difficult Customers | |
| Maintaining a Professional Image | |
| Industry Certifications | OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry (English/Spanish) |
| Additional Content - Trade Career Connection | BlueRecruit - The Job Platform for the Trades |
Solar Academy
| Path Name | Course Name |
| Electrical Basics | Fundamental Electrical Concepts |
| Electrical Tools | |
| Hand and Power Tools for Electrical Work | |
| Reading Schematics and Drawings | |
| How to Use a Multimeter | |
| Wire Types and Sizes | |
| Math for Electricians | |
| Circuit Basics | Introduction to Electrical Circuits |
| Building DC Circuits | |
| Building DC Combination Circuits | |
| AC Power | |
| AC Motor Lab | |
| Troubleshooting Basic Circuits | |
| Power Grid Introduction | |
| Electrical Installation | Electrical Installation |
| Electrical Devices | |
| Ampacity and Wire Sizing | |
| EMT Conduit Bending | |
| EMT Installation: Boxes and Conduit | |
| Electrical Panels: Components and Safety | |
| Construction Basics | Basic Construction for Trades |
| Material Handling: Dollies Hand Trucks and Pallet Jacks | |
| Roofing Safety | |
| Practical Measurement for the Trades | |
| Ladder and Fall Safety | |
| Solar Basics | Solar Basics |
| Foundations of PV | |
| Solar Cell Technology | |
| Solar Module Design | |
| Solar Inverter Technology | |
| Introduction to Utility Solar | |
| The IV Curve | |
| Solar Installation | Site Assessment |
| Array Assembly Installation | |
| Solar Electrical Installation | |
| Mechanical Commissioning | |
| Electrical Commissioning | |
| Solar System Troubleshooting | |
| Utility Solar Installation: Foundations and Piles | |
| Utility Solar Installation: Racks | |
| Utility Solar Installation: Panels | |
| Industry Certifications | OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry |
| Workplace Professionalism | Working on a Team |
| Effective Communication in the Workplace | |
| Avoiding Callbacks | |
| Dealing with Difficult Customers | |
| Maintaining a Professional Image | |
| Additional Content - Trade Career Connection | BlueRecruit - The Job Platform for the Trades |
Residential Construction Academy
| Path Name | Course Name |
| Getting Started | Carpentry Basics |
| Trades Math | |
| Hot Work | |
| Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) | |
| Hazard communications | |
| Safety | Hand and Power Tool Safety |
| Ladder and Fall Safety | |
| Back Safety and Injury Prevention | |
| Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls | |
| Heat Stress Regocnition and Prevention | |
| Framing | Framing: Exteriod Walls, Windos, and Doors |
| Framing: Floors | |
| Framing: A Trussed Rafter Roof | |
| HVAC For Construction | What is HVAC? |
| Basic HVAC Tools | |
| HVAC Safety Basics | |
| HVAC Systems | |
| HVAC System Parts | |
| HVAC Ducting and Airflow | |
| Electrical for Construction | Fundamental Electrical Concepts |
| Electrical Tools | |
| Electrical Safety | |
| Lockout/Tagout | |
| How to Use a Multimeter | |
| Wire Types and Sizes | |
| Plumbing for Construction | How Does Plumbing Work? |
| Basic Plumbing Tools | |
| Plumbing Safety | |
| Plumbing Fixtures Overview | |
| Plumbing Fixtures Installation | |
| Plastic Joining Methods | |
| Interior Finishing | Interior Finishing: Drywall |
| Interior Finishing Floors: VCT Tile and Sheet Vinyl | |
| Interior Finish and Trim | |
| Painting Basics | |
| Exterior Finishing | Exterior Finishing Roofs: Asphalt Shingles |
| Exterior Finishing Walls: Vinyl Siding | |
| Exteriod Finishing: Decks | |
| Landscaping Basics | |
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Additional Content - 3rd Party Certifications |
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry (English) |