HVAC/R

1st Semester

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ACR 111CreditsProgramDownload as PDFPrinciples of Refrigeration3.00This course emphasizes the fundamental principles for air conditioning and refrigeration. Instruction is provided in the theory and principles of refrigeration and heat transfer, HVAC/R system components, common, and specialty tools for HVAC/R, and application of the concepts of basic compression refrigeration. Upon completion, students should identify system components and understand their functions, identify and use common and specialty HVAC/R tools, and maintain components of a basic compression refrigeration system. CORE.
ACR 121CreditsProgramDownload as PDFPrinciples of Electricity for HVACR3.00This course is designed to provide the student with the basic knowledge of electrical theory and circuitry as it pertains to air conditioning and refrigeration. This course emphasizes safety, definitions, symbols, laws, circuits, and electrical test instruments. Upon completion students should understand and be able to apply the basic principles of HVACR circuits and circuit components. CORE
ACR 122CreditsProgramDownload as PDFHVACR Electric Circuits3.00This course introduces the student to electrical circuits and diagrams. Electrical symbols and basic wiring diagrams are constructed in this course. Upon completion, student should understand standard wiring diagrams and symbols and be able to construct various types of electrical circuits. CORE.
ACR 123CreditsProgramDownload as PDFHVACR Electrical Components3.00This course introduces students to electrical components and controls. Emphasis is placed of the operations on motors, relays, contactors, starters, and other HVAC electrical components. Upon completion, students should be able to install electrical components and determine their proper operation. CORE.
Sub-Total Credits
16

2nd Semester

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ACR 112CreditsProgramDownload as PDFHVACR Service Procedures3.00This course covers system performance checks and refrigerant cycle diagnosis. Emphasis is placed on the use of refrigerant recovery/recycle units, industry codes, refrigerant coils and correct methods of charging and recovering refrigerants. Upon completion, students should be able to properly recover/recycle refrigerants and demonstrate safe, correct service procedures which comply with the no-venting laws.
ACR 113CreditsProgramDownload as PDFRefrigeration Piping Practices3.00The course introduces students to the proper installation procedures of refrigerant piping and tubing for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration industry. This course includes various methods of working with and joining tubing. Upon completion, students should comprehend related terminology, and be able to fabricate pipe, tubing, and pipe fittings. CORE
ACR 127CreditsProgramDownload as PDFHVACR Electric Motors3.00This course covers the basic maintenance of electric motors used in HVAC/R systems. Topics include types of motors, motor operations, motor installation, and troubleshooting motors. Upon completion student should be able to install and service HVAC/R electric motors.
ACR 132CreditsProgramDownload as PDFResidential Air Conditioning3.00This course introduces students to residential air conditioning systems. Emphasis is placed on the operation, service, and repair of residential air conditioning systems. Upon completion, students will be able to service and repair residential air conditioning systems.
Sub-Total Credits
15

3rd Semester

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ACR 119CreditsProgramDownload as PDFFundamentals of Gas Heating Systems3.00This course provides instruction on general service and installation for common gas furnace system components. Upon completion, students will be able to install and service gas furnaces in a wide range of applications.
ACR 134CreditsProgramDownload as PDFIce Machines3.00This course introduces students to commercial ice machines. Emphasis is placed on components, electrical and mechanical operation sequences, control adjustment procedures, preventive maintenance, repairs, and installation procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to install, service and repair commercial ice machines.
ACR 147CreditsProgramDownload as PDFRefrigerant Transition and Recovery Theory3.00This course is EPA-approved and covers material relating to the requirements necessary for type I, II, and III universal certification. Upon completion, students should be prepared to take the EPA 608 certification examination.
ACR 148CreditsProgramDownload as PDFHeat Pump Systems I3.00Instruction received in this course centers around the basic theory and application of heat pump systems and components. Upon completion students will be able to install and service heat pumps in a wide variety of applications.
Sub-Total Credits
12

4th Semester

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ACR 203CreditsProgramDownload as PDFCommercial Refrigeration3.00This course focuses on commercial refrigeration systems. Emphasis is placed on evaporators, condensers, compressors, expansion devices, special refrigeration components and application of refrigeration systems. Upon completion students should be able to service and repair commercial refrigeration systems.
ACR 205CreditsProgramDownload as PDFSystem Sizing and Air Distribution3.00This course provides instruction in the load calculation of a structure and system sizing. Topics of instruction include heat loss, heat gain, equipment and air distribution sizing, and factors making acceptable indoor air quality. Upon course completion, students should be able to calculate system requirements.
ACR 209CreditsProgramDownload as PDFCommercial Air Conditioning Systems3.00This course focuses on servicing and maintaining commercial and residential HVAC/R systems. Topics include system component installation and removal and service techniques. Upon completion, the student should be able to troubleshoot and perform general maintenance on commercial and residential HVAC/R systems.
ACR 210CreditsProgramDownload as PDFTroubleshooting HVACR Systems3.00This course provides instruction in the use of various meters and gauges used in the HVAC/R industry. Emphasis is placed on general service procedures, system diagnosis, and corrective measure, methods of leak detection, and system evacuation, charging and performance checks. Upon completion students should be able to perform basic troubleshooting of HVAC/R.
Sub-Total Credits
12
Total credits:
55

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