Air Conditioning Technology Diploma

ACT2

Program Description

The Air Conditioning Technology diploma is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the air conditioning industry. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of air conditioning theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an Air Conditioning Technology diploma. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum)

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Employment Opportunities

Air conditioning service technician

Curriculum

Essential General Education Courses (8 Credits)

ENGL 1010 - Fundamentals of English I Credit hours: 3
MATH 1012 - Foundations of Mathematics Credit hours: 3
EMPL 1000 - Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development Credit hours: 2

Essential Technical Courses (42 Credits)

FYES 1000 - First Year Experience Credit hours: 2
AIRC 1005 - Refrigeration Fundamentals Credit hours: 4
AIRC 1010 - Refrigeration Principles and Practices Credit hours: 4
AIRC 1020 - Refrigeration Systems Components Credit hours: 4
AIRC 1030 - HVACR Electrical Fundamentals Credit hours: 4
AIRC 1040 - HVACR Electric Motors Credit hours: 4
AIRC 1050 - HVACR Electrical Components and Controls Credit hours: 4
AIRC 1060 - Air Conditioning Systems Application and Installation Credit hours: 4
AIRC 1070 - Gas Heat Credit hours: 4
AIRC 1080 - Heat Pumps and Related Systems Credit hours: 4
AIRC 1090 - Troubleshooting Air Conditioning Systems Credit hours: 4

Total Hours: 50

Suggested First Semester classes:

FYES 1000 - First Year Experience Credit hours: 2
AIRC 1005 - Refrigeration Fundamentals Credit hours: 4
AIRC 1010 - Refrigeration Principles and Practices Credit hours: 4
AIRC 1020 - Refrigeration Systems Components Credit hours: 4
MATH 1012 - Foundations of Mathematics Credit hours: 3