# AP Sheet Metal (AP SM) courses

Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog · 11 courses

Source: https://palomar.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/32573/33385/32590

"Offered" lists sections in this catalog year's class schedules: Fall 2026, Spring 2027.

### AP SM 701 — Core-I

- **Units:** 4
- **Hours:** 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- **Prerequisite:** Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Grade/Pass/No Pass

An introduction to the basic principles, processes, drawings, materials and practices used in the sheet metal industry.

### AP SM 702 — Core-II

- **Units:** 4
- **Hours:** 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- **Prerequisite:** Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Grade/Pass/No Pass

A continuation of basic sheet metal processes as well as an introduction to simple sheet metal forming processes.

### AP SM 703 — Core-III

- **Units:** 4
- **Hours:** 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- **Prerequisite:** Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Grade/Pass/No Pass

An introduction to intermediate sheet metal processes demonstrating job layout, architectural details and construction techniques with problems of unusual complexity and difficulty.

### AP SM 704 — Core-IV

- **Units:** 4
- **Hours:** 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- **Prerequisite:** Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Grade/Pass/No Pass

A continuation of intermediate processes with problems of unusual difficulty and complexity.

### AP SM 705 — Sheet Metal Welding

- **Units:** 3
- **Hours:** 1.50 hours lecture, 4.50 hours lab
- **Prerequisite:** Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Grade/Pass/No Pass

An introduction to the basic principles and methods of gas and arc welding used in the sheet metal industry. Includes codes, standards, welding theory and the practical application using prescribed welding procedures and equipment.

### AP SM 706 — Plans and Specifications

- **Units:** 4
- **Hours:** 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- **Prerequisite:** Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Grade/Pass/No Pass

An introduction to the language and organization of plans and specifications for sheet metal projects. Topics will include architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical drawings as well as how to write and implement a change to plans and specifications.

### AP SM 709 — Foreman and Project Management Training

- **Units:** 4
- **Hours:** 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- **Prerequisite:** Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Grade/Pass/No Pass

Overview of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to effectively perform as a foreman and project manager in the sheet metal industry.

### AP SM 710 — Architectural Application

- **Units:** 4
- **Hours:** 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- **Prerequisite:** Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Grade/Pass/No Pass

Overview of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of advanced architectural project performance.

### AP SM 711 — HVAC I

- **Units:** 4
- **Hours:** 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- **Prerequisite:** Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Grade/Pass/No Pass

An introduction to the physical components and systems of a basic HVAC system as well as hands-on techniques for startup and basic system troubleshooting.

### AP SM 712 — HVAC II

- **Units:** 4
- **Hours:** 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- **Prerequisite:** Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Grade/Pass/No Pass

Designed to build on the principles of basic HVAC system design and installation. Students will develop a better understanding of how a modern HVAC system is designed and functions. Field installation, plans and specifications, commissioning, project management and basic LEED principles will also be covered.

### AP SM 797 — Sheet Metal Topics

- **Units:** 0.5-4
- **Hours:** 0.50-4.00 hours lecture, 1.50-12.00 hours lab
- **Prerequisite:** Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Grade/Pass/No Pass
- Notes: Units awarded in topics courses are dependent upon the number of hours required of the student. Any combination of lecture and laboratory may be scheduled by the department. Refer to Class Schedule.

Topics in Sheet Metal. See Class Schedule for specific topic offered. Course title will designate subject covered.