AAS in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
Program Learning Outcomes
- Paraphrase and justify the relevance of HVAC-R in the building industry.
- Explain the fundamentals of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems within residential and commercial buildings. Effectively communicate the similarities and differences in the form and function of an HVAC-R system. ;
- Interpret and describe blueprint plans, methods of heating and cooling transfer, and the different states of a substance. ;
- Translate safety rules and regulations according to industry policies and laws; ;appraise workshop environments and ;apply correct practices when utilizing ;tools, equipment and substances. ;
- Practice and utilize proper welding, brazing and pipe-joining techniques.
- Demonstrate proper use of sheet metal fabrication tools in the construction of basic duct design; Demonstrate installation techniques in adherence with industry standards. ;
- Comprehend electrical theory, symbols and characteristics of DC and AC circuits within the HVAC industry. Accurately calculate potential effects of electricity on equipment or systems. ;
- Summarize the significance of heat loads and losses, insulation, wet/dry bulb lines, relative humidity, enthalpy, and dew point. ;
- Identify and differentiate between controls systems and their various components. Explain the physics controlled by technical components. ;
- Identify parallel and series circuit systems. Illustrate a ladder wiring diagram and interpret the abbreviations and legend of a schematic. ;
- Troubleshoot and recommend solutions for forced air, gas-fired, and hot-water heating systems; Demonstrate the ability to think critically and make logical decisions.
- Model effective verbal, nonverbal, oral and written interpersonal communication that is ethical and appropriate for a professional setting.
63 credit Associate of Applied Science Degree in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration: With a goal of preparing students for entry level HVAC-R Technician position, this degree will require the equivalent of four semesters of classroom and lab courses for a total of 63 credits. It will include a combination of fundamental and advanced instruction in HVAC-R theory and practice, as well as related foundational skills courses in math, communication and ethics.
| Year 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Spring | |
| M 111 - Technical Mathematics | 3 | |
| COMX 115 - Introduction to Interpersonal Communication | 3 | |
| ELCT 100 - Introduction to Electricity | 3 | |
| HVC 110 - Introduction to HVAC-R | 3 | |
| OSH 110 - OSHA 10 Safety Training for Construction Trades | 1 | |
| HVC 115 - Trade Tools and Test Equipment | 2 | |
| HVC 125 - Environmental Protection Agency 608 Certification | 1 | |
| HVC 130 - HVAC-R Electrical | 3 | |
| HVC 140 - HVAC Systems I | 3 | |
| HVC 145 - HVAC-R Welding, Brazing and Pipe Joining | 2 | |
| HVC 150 - HVAC Installation and Sheet Metal Fabrication | 4 | |
| HVC 155 - Blueprint Reading and Wiring Schematics | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 15 | 16 |
| Year 2 | Credits | |
| Fall | Spring | |
| ELCT 111 - Electric Meters and Motors | 3 | |
| HVC 240 - HVAC Systems II | 3 | |
| WRIT 104 - Workplace Communications | 2 | |
| HVC 215 - Central AC and Indoor Air Quality | 4 | |
| HVC 220 - Gas-Fired Furnaces and Boilers | 4 | |
| HVC 255 - Advanced Controls | 3 | |
| HVC 270 - Energy-Efficient HVAC Technologies and Renewable Energy | 3 | |
| HVC 260 - Commercial Air Conditioning and Refrigeration | 4 | |
| Commercial Heating and Burners | 4 | |
| Construction Trades Ethics | 2 | |
| Year Total: | 16 | 16 |
| Total Program Credits: | 63 | |
Certification opportunities offered through this program will include:
- OSH10 - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10 hour construction industry safety training
- EPA 608 - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal Certification for refrigerant disposal
North America Technician Excellence (NATE) certification may also be offered in the future.