Vatterott Educational Centers, Inc. - Career Skills for a Better Life

The facilities at the Cleveland campus, also known as Broadview Heights, are located in convenient suburban setting adjacent to major thoroughfares and accessible from all parts of the metro area. The campus occupies approximately 41,000 square feet in a freestanding facility with ample parking. Students will find at this campus setting classrooms which are designed to facilitate learning and which consist of lecture rooms and instructional laboratories. Small, informal classes encourage student/ faculty interaction and students receive individual attention to help them reach their potential.

The computer labs are equipped with various types of computers appropriate to the demands of different design professions. All labs are equipped with industry current equipment to support the program of study. The library houses books, periodicals, pamphlets, CD/ ROM support materials, as well as access to the internet. Maximum class size is 50 students in a laboratory setting and 40 students in a lecture setting. Enrollment Capacity: 400 students per session. Theory classes are limited in size to a 30:1 student/teacher ratio and labs are limited to a 20:1 ratio.

5025 East Royalton Road, Broadview Heights, OH 44147
Phone: 866-483-1825 Fax: 440-526-1933

-- Concerned about transportation? We have a complimentary shuttle service from downtown Cleveland to Vatterott’s front door! Pickup at 7:15am and return at 12:30pm. --

Building Maintenance Mechanic

The objective of this program is to prepare the graduate with the theory and the entry-level working knowledge of the maintenance and repair of a variety of mechanical systems commonly found in office building, hospitals, schools, utility companies and industrial plants. In addition, the student will learn fundamental skills in drawing schematics and blueprints as well as proficiencies in environmental control systems. Students may receive nationally-recognized certifications through the National Center for Construction Education and Research. The program consists of 60 weeks, 60 Quarter Credit Hours of theory and associated lab instruction in the areas of basic electricity, basic refrigeration, carpentry and plumbing repair, painting, wall and floor coverings, maintenance of heating and cooling systems and 12 quarter credit hours of Applied General Education totaling 72 Quarter credit hours. Instruction is designed for entry every 10 weeks.

Electrical Mechanic

The objective of this program is designed to prepare the graduate with the theory and working knowledge of Electrical Installation, Maintenance and Repair to begin a career as an entry-level electrician. Students may receive nationally-recognized certifications through the National Center for Construction Education and Research. The program consists of 60 weeks, 60 Quarter Credit Hours of electrical mechanic theory and associated lab work and 12 Quarter Credit Hours of Applied General Education totaling 72 Quarter Credit Hours. Instruction is designed for entry every 10 weeks.

Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic

The objective of this program is to prepare the graduate with the theory and working knowledge of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration in order to secure an entrylevel position in the industry as a maintenance or service technician. Students may receive nationally-recognized certifications through the National Center for Construction Education and Research. The program consists of 60 weeks, 60 Quarter Credit Hours of theory and associated lab instruction in the areas of electricity, refrigeration, heating, air conditioning, controls, low-pressure steam and hydronics, combustion of fuels, water treatment and steam operated equipment, and 12 Quarter Credit Hours of Applied General Education totaling 72 Quarter Credit Hours. Instruction is designed for entry every 10 weeks.

Building Maintenance Technology

The objective of this program is to prepare the graduate with the theory and the entry-level working knowledge of the maintenance and repair of a variety of mechanical systems commonly found in office building, hospitals, schools, utility companies and industrial plants. In addition, the student will learn fundamental skills in drawing schematics and blueprints as well as proficiencies in environmental control systems. Students may receive nationally-recognized certifications through the National Center for Construction Education and Research. The program consists of 90 weeks, 87 Quarter Credit Hours of theory and associated lab instruction in the areas of basic electricity, basic refrigeration, carpentry and plumbing repair, painting, wall and floor coverings and the maintenance of heating
and cooling systems, Computer-Aided Drafting, Energy Management Systems, and Commercial Environmental Systems, and 21 quarter credit hours of Applied General Education totaling 108 Quarter Credit Hours. Instruction is designed for entry every 10 weeks.

Electrical Technology

This program is designed to prepare the graduate with the theory and working knowledge to work on an entry-level basis in residential or commercial electrical applications. This program includes training in residential wiring, commercial systems, national electric code, and industrial systems in both AC and DC applications. As part of the associate degree program, the graduate will also learn to use the computer for basic drawing of schematics and blueprints; working with programmable logic circuits; and working with energy management systems. This program is also designed to prepare the graduate with the theory and working knowledge of Electrical Installation, Maintenance and Repair to begin a career as an entry-level electrician. Students may receive nationally-recognized certifications through the National Center for Construction Education and Research. The program consists of 90 weeks, 87 Quarter Credit Hours of electrical mechanic theory and associated lab work and 21 Quarter Credit Hours of Applied General Education totaling 108 Quarter Credit Hours. Instruction is designed for entry every 10 weeks.

Environmental Systems Technology

The objective of this program is to prepare the graduate with the theory and working knowledge of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration in order to secure an entrylevel position in the industry as a maintenance or service technician. Students may receive nationally-recognized certifications through the National Center for Construction Education and Research. The program consists of 90 weeks, 87 Quarter Credit Hours of theory and associated lab instruction in the areas of electricity, refrigeration, heating, air conditioning, controls, low-pressure steam and hydronics, combustion of fuels, water treatment and steam operated equipment, Computer Aided Drafting, Energy Management System, and Commercial Environmental Systems; and 21 Quarter Credit Hours of Applied General Education totaling 108 Quarter Credit Hours. Instruction is designed for entry every 10 weeks.