Facilities Maintenance – AAS Degree

Facilities Maintenance

Associate in Applied Science

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Facilities Maintenance is designed to prepare students for rewarding careers in building operations, repair, and maintenance. This comprehensive program equips students with the technical skills and knowledge needed to manage and maintain commercial, residential, and industrial facilities.

Through hands-on training and classroom instruction, students will develop expertise in HVAC systems, electrical repair, plumbing, carpentry, building automation, safety compliance, and energy efficiency. The curriculum emphasizes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting techniques, and industry best practices to ensure smooth facility operations.

What You Can Do

Graduates of this program will be prepared for employment in a variety of roles, including facilities technician, building maintenance supervisor, property manager, and maintenance engineer. Whether entering the workforce or advancing in their careers, students will gain the essential skills to keep facilities running efficiently, safely, and sustainably.

Jobs

  • Facilities Technician
  • Building Maintenance Supervisor
  • Property Manager
  • Maintenance Engineer

Earning Potential

View the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook at General Maintenance and Repair Workers : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Modes of Instruction
Learn more about the modes of instruction offered at John A. Logan College.

Program Details

FME 2025

View Program Guide for Facilities Maintenance AAS

FIRST YEAR – FALL SEMESTER

ORI 100College 1011
CMG 110Structural Framing I4
ELT 102Basic Electricity and Wiring OR
HAC 102 Residential Electric Wiring
4
HAC 121Heating I4
CMG 218CADD for Applied Technology3
WEL 121SMAW (Stick) Plate Welding I3
19

FIRST YEAR – SPRING SEMESTER

ELT 150Applied Solid State Electronics3
MAT 115Applied Mathematics OR
BUS 111 Business Mathematics
3
HAC 107Electrical Controls and Circuitry3
CMG 112Construction OSHA 30 Safety for Applied Technology2
HAC 101Basic Plumbing Systems3
HAC 131Refrigeration and Air Conditioning I4
18

SECOND YEAR – FALL SEMESTER

CMG 107Construction Document Interpretation3
ELT 205Hydraulics & Pneumatics3
MAC 200Machine Tool Lab4
ELT 105Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers3
WEL 122GMAW (MIG) Plate Welding3
ENG 113Professional Technical Writing13
19

SECOND YEAR – SPRING SEMESTER

ELT 224Power Distribution and Motors3
ELT 201PLC Manufacturing Systems & Industrial Robotics3
COM 115Speech3
IAI Physical/Life Science3
IAI Social and Behavioral Science Elective3
15

Total Hours for Degree71

Notes and Information

Fall Only CoursesSpring Only Courses
CMG 107CMG 112
CMG 110ELT 150
CMG 218ELT 201
ELT 102ELT 224
ELT 105HAC 101
ELT 205HAC 107
HAC 121HAC 131
MAC 200
WEL 121
WEL 122
  1. Requires a grade of “C” or higher. ↩︎

The Facilities Maintenance AAS Program is a minimum of 71 credit hours. Please use our Tuition and Fees page to calculate your approximate cost.

*Students will be responsible for additional classroom materials and tools.

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Additional Costs for This Program

All students in this program will be required to furnish a basic tool set. The set includes the following:

Pliers

  1. Needle Nose Pliers
  2. Side Cutter (Diagonal) Pliers
  3. Lineman’s Pliers

Additional Tools

  1. Pocket Knife for Stripping Cable (Lock-Back) or Cable Stripper
  2. Wire Strippers
  3. Digital Multimeter (DMM) – must measure volts, ohms, and milli-amps.

Note: Cost varies from different suppliers.

John A Logan College is accredited through the Higher Learning Commission. For more information on programs with specialized accreditations please visit Programs with Specialized Accreditations – John A. Logan College (jalc.edu)

1. Equipment Maintenance and Repair: Students will develop the ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of industrial equipment, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

2. Safety Protocols: Students will understand and follow safety regulations and best practices when working with industrial machinery and equipment. This includes proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety procedures.

3. Preventive Maintenance: Students will learn the principles of preventive maintenance, including creating maintenance schedules, performing routine inspections, and implementing strategies to prevent equipment breakdowns.

4. Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems: Students will understand the principles of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including fluid dynamics, valves, pumps, and actuators.

5. Electrical Systems: Students will learn about electrical systems, wiring, components, and troubleshooting techniques. This includes knowledge of circuits, motors, sensors, and control panels.

John A Logan offers a seamless transfer to the next step in your educational journey for many of our programs. Our academic programs prepare you for what you will need to transfer to a four-year college or university. When you have selected the college where you would like to transfer, it is important to review their specific admission and course requirements. John A Logan College has many articulation agreements with various colleges.

Transfer Planning – John A. Logan College (jalc.edu)

Facilities Maintenance Faculty Contact

Jason Stutes

Department Chair of Applied Technologies and Professor of Heating and Air Conditioning

Jason Stutes

Email: jason.stutes@jalc.edu
Phone: (618) 985-2828 Ext. 8251
Office: V21 D