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Recreational Vehicle Inspector Program

RV Inspector Training Courses

This program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to build, test, inspect, repair, service and maintain recreational vehicles, systems, and interior and exterior components. Includes instruction in brake, hydraulic, and towing systems; electrical systems; propane systems and propane and electric appliances; carpentry; plumbing; welding; and structural frames. Upon completion, the Recreational Vehicle (RV) Inspector, the student will gain inspection skills in the areas of propane, electrical, plumbing, fire & life safety, weight knowledge, and other technical skills as outlined in the RV Service Training Council. The Recreational Vehicle (RV) Inspector provides a comprehensive focus on evaluating and reporting operational status of the RV systems found in today’s RVs. Students might expect to find employment at inspection firms, insurance industry, banking, extended service agreement companies, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), dealerships, repair shops, and/or via small business ownership.

Full Program Length: 3 weeks / 128 hours

Required Courses:

Principles of an RV Inspection

Course Code: INSP 201

Subject Description:

The student will obtain the skills of assessment and diagnostic analysis of RV systems to deliver a thorough inspection report. With a large focus on hands-on inspection training, the student will experience how to accomplish a top-quality report for your future clients by completing two full RV Inspections.

Subject Hours:

40 course time hours (16 hours lecture, 24 hours lab)

Prerequisites:

INSP 200 or RVTF 200

Advanced RV Inspector Training

Course Code: INSP 301

Subject Description:

The student will advance their inspection skills via a through application of industry specific software and hardware. In addition, the course advances existing inspection skills, methods, and techniques to perform more efficient federal contractor inspections such as Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Department of Homeland Security.

Subject Hours:

40 course time hours (16 hours lecture, 24 hours lab)

Prerequisites:

INSP 200 or RVTF 200 and INSP 201

NRVIA Certified RV Inspector Exam Review

Course Code: RVTP 990

Subject Description:

The purpose of this day long course is to help NRVTA students prepare for the NRVIA Certified RV Inspector exam. The review helps students prepare to take and pass the test, typically taken the next day. This study day reviews the following systems for inspection: RV Propane Systems, RV Electrical Systems, RV Water Systems, RV Exterior, RV Water Heater, RV Air Conditioning, and RV Refrigeration.

Subject Hours:

8 course time hours (8 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Prerequisites:

INSP 200 or RVTF 200, INSP 201, and INSP 301

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Optional Courses:

These courses can be used for enhanced knowledge and skills. Some courses can also be applied to meet the requirements of the Advanced and Master Technician level of credentials.

RV Air Conditioners & Heat Pumps

Course Code: RVTA 301

Subject Description:

Students advance assessment, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills on the operations of the Dometic, Coleman, and Houghton brands and models of RV air conditioners and heat pumps. The students will learn skills to identify the thermostats and temperature controls used in today’s RVs and how to use equipment for determining proper operation. Specifically, they will utilize wiring diagrams, identify the various test points for the low voltage controls, and study the 120-volt AC power voltages. Hands-on labs will enhance the skills of the student by way of live troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repair of the various Dometic, Coleman, and Houghton models of the RV air conditioners and heat pumps.

Subject Hours:

35 course time hours (11 hours lecture, 24 hours lab)

Prerequisites:

RVTF 200 or INSP 200

RV Exterior Systems

Course Code: RVTE 301

Subject Description:

Students advance assessment, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills on the operations of electric and hydraulic slide outs and leveling systems. The skills involve identifying the types of materials, construction techniques for roofs and sidewalls, and the components of the running gear (axles, suspension, and tires). Hands-on labs on the various RVs of the school fleet allows the students to practice and perfect their skills.

Subject Hours:

35 course time hours (11 hours lecture, 24 hours lab)

Prerequisites:

RVTF 200 or INSP 200

RV Absorption Refrigerators

Course Code: RVTR 301

Subject Description:

Students advance assessment, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills of operation of the propane and electrical circuits of the Dometic and Norcold brands of RV absorption type of refrigerators. Students will learn to identify the various temperature controls used to maintain the cooling of the freezer and refrigerator areas. They will learn to read the wiring diagrams for the current models and troubleshoot the 12 volts DC and 120 volts AC test points of the circuit board along with the propane function of this type of refrigeration. The hands-on troubleshooting labs allow the students to walk through the test points of electrical and gas circuits verifying their test procedures.

Subject Hours:

35 course time hours (11 hours lecture, 24 hours lab)

Prerequisites:

RVTF 200 or INSP 200

RV Water Heaters & Furnaces

Course Code: RVTW 301

Subject Description:

Students advance assessment, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills of operation of the Suburban, Dometic/Atwood water heaters and furnaces. They will learn to read the circuit flow charts and wiring diagrams, test key points of both the water heater and the furnace, identify burner sequence of firing operation, the 120-volt AC heating element, and the various types of thermostats used in today’s water heaters and furnaces. The hands-on troubleshooting labs allow the students to walk through the test points of electrical and gas circuits verifying their test procedures.

Subject Hours:

35 course time hours (11 hours lecture, 24 hours lab)

Prerequisites:

RVTF 200 or INSP 200

Generators

Course Code: RVTG 301

Subject Description:

This course is designed for the RV Technician, RV Inspector, or RV owner that is interested in power generation equipment for the RV. Students advance assessment, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills of generator operations. Students will learn how to select, install, operate, and maintain portable and mobile generators, as well as how to isolate and repair generator problems. This course can help RV owners avoid power failure and ensure their generator power is sustainable.

Subject Hours:

35 course time hours (11 hours lecture, 24 hours lab)

Prerequisites:

None

Advanced Generators

Course Code: RVTG 302

Subject Description:

This course is designed for the RV Technician, RV Inspector, or RV owner that is interested in advancing their knowledge of power generation equipment and how to properly troubleshoot and repair today’s generators used in recreational vehicles. In this course the student will apply the knowledge gained in RVTF 200 and RVTG 301 to troubleshooting and repairing the component level of the drive engine and the power generation system. They will learn how to properly extract and replace damaged bolts and bracket assemblies. They will learn how to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics so they may rewire and repair damaged wiring harnesses and plug assemblies.

Subject Hours:

35 Course time hours (11 hours lecture, 24 hours lab)

Prerequisites:

RVTF 200 / INSP 200 RV Fundamentals Training and RVTG 301 Generator

Note:

Taking a single subject is permitted if all required prerequisites for that subject have been met.

Solar

Course Code: RVTS 301

Subject Description:

This course is designed for the RV Technician, RV Inspector, or RV owner that is interested in solar power equipment for the RV. Students advance assessment, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills of solar power as it relates to RV operations. Students will learn how to select, install, operate, and maintain solar energy as well as how to isolate and repair solar equipment problems. RV owners will find this course will help them avoid power failure and ensure their solar power can be maintained at a lower cost.

Subject Hours:

35 course time hours (11 hours lecture, 24 hours lab)

Prerequisites:

None

Advanced Solar

Course Code: RVTS 302

Subject Description:

This course is designed for the RV Technician, RV Inspector, or RV owner that is interested in advancing their knowledge of solar power as it pertains to RV systems. In this course, the students will take the knowledge taught in RVTS 301 Solar and apply it to a variety of different applications throughout the week. The student will learn how to conduct a consultation with a customer, draw basic schematics, as well as advanced programing and troubleshooting of solar systems that are installed into RVs by solar technicians.

Subject Hours:

35 Course time hours (11 hours lecture, 24 hours lab)

Prerequisites:

RVTF 200 / INSP 200 RV Fundamentals Training and RVTS 301 Solar

Note:

Taking a single subject is permitted if all required prerequisites for that subject have been met.

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