HVAC/R

The mission of the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) program is to provide the opportunity to build the knowledge, skills and attitudes that are essential for successful entry-level employment in this field through technical instruction and training. The HVAC/R field affords many opportunities to interested, motivated individuals who are willing to become proficient in the installation and maintenance areas. Additionally, these skills can become the basis for other career enhancement. Encompassing many fields, HVAC/R service persons acquire a working knowledge of chemistry, physics, mechanics, and public relations. They become proficient in the application of electrical power and its control, which is necessary in becoming and remaining successful in this field.

Units of Study:

• Basic Electricity
• Test Equipment
• Fundamentals of Refrigeration
• Refrigeration Tools and Materials
• Basic Refrigeration Systems
• Compressors
• Electric Motors
• Refrigerants and Environmental Effects
• Basic Installation Techniques
• Servicing Domestic Hermetics
• EPA Certification Examination
• NATE Certification Examination
• Servicing Window Unit Air Conditioners
• Commercial Refrigeration Systems
• Air Conditioning Systems Fundamentals
• Heating and Humidification Technologies
• Heat Pumps
• Gas, Oil and Electric Furnaces
• Pneumatic and Controls
• PLC, Motor Controls

Green Technology:

• Photovoltaic
• Geothermal
• Solar Water Heating

Diploma

Certificate

Certificate levels of completion are exit points of less than full competency and are awarded at the discretion of the instructor.