Laundry Appliances: Washers & Dryers

Syllabus

# APR 105 — Laundry Appliances: Washers & Dryers

Washer mechanical and water systems, drive systems and motor control, pumps and valves, dryer heat sources, airflow and venting, moisture sensing, error codes, and the diagnostic routines used on laundry service calls.

## Topics
1. Introduction to laundry appliances and safety practices
2. Washer basics: Types, components, and cycles
3. Water fill and drain systems in washers
4. Washer drive systems: Motors, transmissions, and belts
5. Washer diagnostics and component identification lab
6. Dryer basics: Types, components, and operation
7. Dryer heating elements and gas systems
8. Dryer airflow and ventilation systems
9. Interpreting error codes and service manuals
10. Moisture sensing and control in dryers
11. Advanced diagnostics and common laundry appliance issues
12. Dryer diagnostics and component replacement lab
13. Midterm review: Washers and basic dryer concepts
14. Final exam review: Comprehensive laundry appliance diagnostics

## Grading
- Knowledge checks 10%
- Assignments and labs 30%
- Quizzes 25%
- Final exam 35%

A passing grade of 70% or better is required.