Fundamentals of Appliance Repair Training Course
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Who the course is for
All techs
# of modules and units
9 modules and 55 units
Estimated time to complete
Up to 2 months, part-time
Length of access
1 year
Cost of continued enrollment
$5 / month
What You'll Learn
- How to read appliance schematics and develop troubleshooting strategies
- How to test circuit boards and perform a load analysis to identify the source of problems
- How to measure and diagnose gas pressure and flow
- How to identify and troubleshoot all varieties of motors and motor control systems
- The name and function of appliance components, including those in modern, computer-controlled appliances
Start Here for a Better Career
Many of our graduates, including many seasoned techs, have called this course a game-changer for their career. Fundamentals of Appliance Repair will teach you troubleshooting and diagnostic skills that remove the guesswork and eliminate failed service calls, no matter the make or model of the appliance.
In short, Fundamentals is NOT about how to disassemble an appliance to change a part. You can find that information in service manuals or free YouTube videos (and which we also provide guidance on). This course is about teaching the foundational mechanics of all major appliances–the same for all brands–and the foundational skills needed to identify and fix their problems, knowledge and skills that most techs do not yet have.
To stand out from the crowd, you need a fundamentally better skillset.
BONUS: earn Certification in the Fundamentals course and you are eligible for a FREE membership at our tech support site, Appliantology. Click here for details.
How the Courses Work
Need to know more about how the self-pacing, on-demand courses work? Or what to do about the hands-on component of training? Or perhaps you’re wondering how you will know you’re mastering the material? Learn more about how our courses work here.
Prerequisite
No prerequisite. But if you’re thinking of skipping over the fundamentals, please take our quiz to find out whether or not you should.
Certification
Pass quizzes and course exams to earn your Appliance Repair Certification in Fundamentals. Prove to employers and customers that you know your craft. Fundamentals graduates also earn a full premium membership to Appliantology.
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Course Syllabus
| Module 1 | Fundamentals Course Orientation |
| Welcome! The objective and mission of the Samurai Tech Academy. How to to get around the Academy and use this course. | |
| Unit 1 | Welcome! Meet your Sensei |
| Unit 2 | How to Use and Interact with the Fundamentals of Appliance Repair Course |
| Module 2 | Tools and Test Instruments |
| Basic tools that every tech needs on every service call. | |
| Unit 1 | Basic Tools to Have on Hand for Every Service Call |
| Unit 2 | Your Tool Back Pack for Appliance Service Calls |
| Unit 3 | Information Tools |
| Module 3 | Basic Electricity |
| Volts, ohms, amps. Ohm's Law. Series and parallel circuits. Loads and voltage drop. Basic electrical measurements. Reading wiring diagrams. | |
| Unit 1 | Basic Electricity: Electrical Terms |
| Unit 2 | What is Electricity? Current and Voltage |
| Unit 3 | Basic Electricity: Voltage, Current, Resistance, and Power |
| Unit 4 | Basic Electricity: Circuit Components |
| Unit 5 | Basic Electricity: Series and Parallel Circuits |
| Unit 6 | Basic Electricity: Circuit Breaker Panels and Power Outlets |
| Unit 7 | Basic Electricity: Electrical Measurements in Appliance Repair |
| Unit 8 | Basic Electricity: Voltage Drop and Load |
| Unit 9 | Basic Electricity: More on DC and AC Voltage and Current |
| Unit 10 | Basic Electrical Wiring Skills in Appliance Repair |
| Unit 11 | Introduction to Schematic and Wiring Diagrams |
| Unit 12 | Basic Electricity Module Exam |
| Module 4 | Basic Electronics |
| Control board configurations in appliances. Common components on electronics boards encountered in appliance repair. Electronics connectors. Handling electronic boards. Testing diodes and rectifiers. | |
| Unit 1 | Fundamentals of Appliance Repair Course Midterm Exam |
| Unit 2 | Electronics in Appliance Repair |
| Unit 3 | Components on Electronic Control Boards |
| Unit 4 | Basic Electronics: Capacitors |
| Unit 5 | Basic Electronics: Transformers |
| Unit 6 | Control Board Configurations Used in Appliance Repair |
| Unit 7 | Working with and Handling Electronics Boards in Appliance Repair |
| Unit 8 | Basic Electronics Module Exam |
| Module 5 | Troubleshooting |
| Fundamental law for troubleshooting. Basic diagnostic and correction procedure. Technician's diagnostic guide. Basic troubleshooting techniques and strategies. Using schematic diagrams to troubleshoot appliances. | |
| Unit 1 | Introduction to Troubleshooting |
| Unit 2 | Troubleshooting Basics and Strategies |
| Unit 3 | The Ten-Step Troubleshooting Tango |
| Unit 4 | Using Schematics to Troubleshoot Appliances, Part 1 |
| Unit 5 | Using Schematics to Troubleshoot Appliances, Part 2 |
| Unit 6 | Pre-Diagnosing the Problem before the Service Call |
| Unit 7 | Troubleshooting Module Exam |
| Module 6 | Basic Gas |
| Gas fuels in appliance repair; Physical properties of gas fuels; Natural gas distribution; How LP gas differs from natural gas; Gas pressure regulators; Measuring gas pressure; Gas flame characteristics. | |
| Unit 1 | Introduction to Gas Fuels in Appliance Repair |
| Unit 2 | Physical Properties of Gas Fuels |
| Unit 3 | Measuring Gas Pressure |
| Unit 4 | Natural Gas Distribution |
| Unit 5 | How LP Gas Differs from Natural Gas |
| Unit 6 | Gas Pressure Regulators |
| Unit 7 | Carbon Monoxide |
| Unit 8 | Gas Flame Characteristics |
| Unit 9 | Basic Gas Module Exam |
| Module 7 | Appliance Parts |
| Familiarization with various parts used in appliances: pumps, switches, relays, motors, sensors, and more. | |
| Unit 1 | Switches and Relays |
| Unit 2 | Pressure Switches, Thermostats, and Sensors |
| Unit 3 | Solenoid Valves |
| Unit 4 | Heating Elements |
| Unit 5 | Gas Appliance Parts: Valves, Flame Detectors, Ignitors, Spark Modules |
| Unit 6 | Appliance Parts Module Exam |
| Module 8 | Appliance Motors |
| Motor systems used in modern appliances. Principles of operation and failure modes. | |
| Unit 1 | Overview of Electric Motors Used in Appliances |
| Unit 2 | Variable Frequency Drive Systems |
| Unit 3 | Single-Phase Asynchronous AC Motors |
| Unit 4 | Appliance Motors: Supplemental Material |
| Unit 5 | Appliance Motors Module Exam |
| Module 9 | Final Exam and Beyond |
| Final exam for the Fundamentals of Appliance Repair course. | |
| Unit 1 | Looking Ahead to other Academy Courses and Beyond |
| Unit 2 | Final Exam for the Samurai Tech Academy Fundamentals of Appliance Repair Course, Part 1 |
| Unit 3 | Final Exam for the Samurai Tech Academy Fundamentals of Appliance Repair Course, Part 2 |
| Unit 4 | Fundamentals Course Wrap-Up |
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“great course for someone who has no experience working with appliance but is willing to gain the skill”
- Jesus E. Tejeda
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“Thanks.”
- Josiah Perry
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“Started the course with minimal experience in the field, and now I feel confident (with the base knowledge I gained from this course) to continue on to be a successful appliance tech. I would recommend the fundamentals course to anyone just starting out. Thanks samurai!”
- Sean
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“Lets just give a big round of applause to Mr. & Mrs. Samurai for creating such a well rounded program. This course goes into a depth that ensures you have a strong understanding of the basic fundamentals of "appliantology". Don't ever give up & always study hard. They're strict about their scores because they want their students to excel, not barely get by. This program converts PCMs into real appliance repair techs. I now finish this course with confidence, and move onto the next!”
- Elijah Childers
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“Very informative. learned lots, cant wait to move forward and learn more about repairs”
- Ben
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“I have really enjoyed the course and feel I have a better foundation from which to grow as a tech. I have definitely gained a better understanding of the appliance repair field. I'm really looking forward to my upcoming courses as I know my skills and knowledge will only improve. I have already recommended this course to friends and will continue to recommend the master samurai tech courses. Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Samurai”
- Chip
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“Please take this course if your are the least bit serious about your craft. You will be doing yourself and also the rest of your brethren of the craft a true service, the more competent we all are the higher our boats will rise together. I can not wait to move on to the courses ahead.”
- Brian White
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“Well thought out and very good information to have for any appliance repair tech”
- Mike Montgomery
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“A very complete course, I highly recommend”
- Efrain Acevedo
