Climate Control Systems, Air Conditioning Technology, SC
Program Description
The Skills Certificate, Air Conditioning Technology, Climate Control Systems prepares students to install, maintain, service, troubleshoot, and repair critical systems in places such as data processing centers and hospitals. The program enables students to learn how to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC equipment for equipment cooling and other related machinery. Instruction includes classroom, laboratory, and hands-on work in the laboratory or in the field. Along with core classes, academic skills in math, science, and human relations are emphasized to help prepare students for challenges commonly found in the workplace.
This program is not eligible for financial aid. However, it may be eligible for scholarship funding if the student is awarded scholarships.
Recommended Course Schedule
| 1st semester | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| AC 107 | Electrical and Controls for HVAC | 6 |
| AC 201 | HVAC Automatic Controls | 3 |
| AC 113 | Schematic Reading for HVAC/R | 3 |
| Semester Total | 12 | |
| 2nd semester | ||
| AC 205 | Commercial HVAC 2 | 3 |
| AC 206 | Commercial HVAC Systems 3 | 3 |
| AC 108 | Motors for HVACR | 3 |
| Semester Total | 9 | |
| Total Units | 21 | |
- 1
- 2
See program recommendations or requirements.
Program Requirements
Skills Certificates provide training for entry-level positions or career advancement and are designed to prepare students to take state, national and/or industry-recognized certifications or licensing exams. Skills certificates are awarded upon completion of coursework and marked on a student's transcripts at the end of the semester (Students are unable to declare intent to complete a skills certificate.) Skills Certificates are not eligible for Financial Aid.
To earn a skills certificate, students must:
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
- Have no financial or library obligation to the college.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AC 107 | Electrical and Controls for HVAC | 6 |
| AC 201 | HVAC Automatic Controls | 3 |
| AC 205 | Commercial HVAC 2 | 3 |
| AC 206 | Commercial HVAC Systems 3 | 3 |
| AC 113 | Schematic Reading for HVAC/R | 3 |
| AC 108 | Motors for HVACR | 3 |
| Total Units | 21 | |
Program Outcomes
Students completing the certificate will:
PSLO1: Incorporate workforce safety principals while performing basic tasks of a Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) technician.
PSLO2: Interpret electrical/mechanical schematics on HVAC/R equipment to diagnose mechanical or electrical problems in a residential or light commercial environment.
PSLO3: Diagnose and repair electrical or mechanical problems on commercial air conditioning equipment; critical systems; chillers.
