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HVAC Course Catalog
The HVAC program prepares students to enter the skilled trade of heating, ventilation and air conditioning installation and repair. The program focuses primarily on residential and light commercial equipment and covers installation procedures, code requirements, electrical applications and refrigerant handling procedures. The one-year, hands-on program also includes system design and HVAC component operation.
Students are encouraged to...
get both semesters (41 credit hours) before taking the state HVAC certification exam. Students can receive a diploma by taking another 12 credit hours in academic courses, including Math, English, Fundamentals of Communication, and Introduction to Computers.
HVAC 101 HVAC Installation 1
(Fall Semester)
Credits 5
Class 2 hours
Lab 6 hours
Provides a comprehensive introduction to de-signing and installing HVAC systems. Students learn sheet metal fabrication and installation, basic principles of heat transfer, and the basic refrigeration cycle applied to air conditioning.
HVAC 102 Electrical Applications 1
(Fall Semester)
Credits 3
Class 2 Hours
Lab 2 hours
Covers general knowledge of basic electrical applications used by industry. Use of basic electrical equipment including multimeters is stressed. Topics include current, voltage, resistance, symbols and basic AC and DC circuits.
HVAC 203 Pipe Joining Methods
(Fall Semester)
Credits 3
Class Hours
Lab 4 Hours
Includes proper techniques for joining pipes. Covers proper techniques for making a solder joint, brazed joint and threaded joint. Alternative techniques include flare, crimp and compression.
BP 104 Plan and Print Reading
(Fall Semester)
Credits 2
Class 1 hour
Lab 2 hours
Prereq: HVAC 102
Covers the fundamentals of blueprints and floor plans used for common layouts. Includes dimensions, specifications and interpretation of details found on typical sets of plans. Special consideration is given to HVAC systems.
WD 101 Introduction to Welding and Safety
(Fall Semester)
Credits 3
Class 2 hour
Lab 2 hours
Prereq: HVAC 101
This course introduces basic welding and cutting. Emphasis is placed on beads applied with gasses, mild steel fillers, and electrodes and the capillary action of solder. Upon completion, students should be able to set up welding and oxy-fuel equipment and perform welding, brazing, and soldering processes.
HVAC 201 HVAC Installation II
(Spring Semester)
Credits 7
Class 2 hour
Lab 10 hours
Provides a comprehensive introduction to designing and installing HVAC systems. Other topics covered include refrigerant handling procedures, gas piping and sizing, chimney and vent calculations, and the uniform mechanical code. Prereq: HVAC 101
HVAC 202 Electrical Apps for HVAC II (Spring Semester)
Credits 3
Class 1 hour
Lab 4 hours
Continues the coverage of electrical applications used by HVAC installers. Students learn a more thorough explanation of voltage and current, including basic measuring techniques and safety concerns. Motors and transformers in their typical applications are also included. Prereq: HVAC 102
HVAC 106, Work Based Learning (Spring Semester)
Credits 3
Focuses on providing the student practical experience in an HVAC related work environment. Includes employer/supervisor evaluations and instructor visits/interviews. Taken during the second semester, Basic Certificate program. No lab or book fees.
HVAC 206 Work Based Learning II (Spring Semester)
Credits 3
Focuses on providing the student practical experience in an HVAC related work environment. Includes employer/supervisor evaluations and instructor visits/interviews. Taken during the second semester, Advanced Certificate program. No lab or book fees.