Heating, Ventilation, and
Air Conditioning (HVAC)

 

Certificate - 12 Credits

 

40-401-1

 

Required Courses

Fall Semester
31-660-311  Introduction to Electricity (1credit)
32-660-301  Electronic Calculations (1credit)
31-660-312  DC Circuits (1credit)
31-660-302  Electronic Calculations 2 (1 credit)
31-660-313  Introduction to Alternative Current (1 credit)
31-660-314  AC Circuits (1credit)
31-660-351  DC Generators & Motors (1 credit)
31-401-305  Beginning Air Conditioning/Refrigeration (1 credit)
31-401-320  Beginning Principals of Heating (1 credit)
31-401-300  Schematic Wiring for HVACR (1 credit)
31-401-310  Intermediate Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Service (1 credit)
31-401-325  Intermediate Principles of Heating (1 credit)

Students must have a grade of “C” or better to progress in core courses in the following semester and a grade of “C” or better in all core courses to graduate. A cumulative G.P.A. of 2.0 is required for graduation.


Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Courses

 

31-401-300 Schematic Wiring for HVAC
Reading and interpreting electrical schematics found on a variety of HVAC equipment. An advanced study of control and electrical systems including commercial applications. Lecture/Lab. 1 credit

31-401-305 Beginning Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Learn the basic components, wiring, and operation of the air conditioning cycle, know all controls, and safety controls. When course is completed, you will be able to take the EPA Refrigeration Certification Test. Lecture/Lab. 2 credits.

31-401-310 Intermediate Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Service
Continues concepts introduced in the Beginning Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Service but concentrates on in-depth troubleshooting and repair of commercial and light industrial systems. Covers most common and industrial control systems from both electrical and refrigerant aspects. Extensive hands-on experience. Lecture/Lab. 2 credits.

31-401-320 Beginning Principles of Heating
Gas, oil and electric heating systems are evaluated and tested. Course covers forced air and hydronic equipment along with setup, controls troubleshooting and service. Fundaments of proper installation are included, but this course is intended for “service technicians.” Extensive hands-on experience is provided. Lecture/Lab. 2 credits.

31-401-325 Intermediate Principles of Heating
Covers gas and oil ignition systems and controls along with electric heating operation and controls. Emphasizes total system operation. Includes troubleshooting and repair techniques for various heating systems. Extensive hands-on experience. Lecture/Lab. 2 credits.





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