Diploma Programs

Heat & Air Conditioning Technician

Program Objectives

The objective of this Program is to teach the student the skills necessary to be proficient in the Heat and Air Conditioning Technician field or related areas.

Some of the student's duties may include:

  • Maintenance of Heat and Air Coniditioning Systems
  • Check the coolants in refrigeration systems
  • Analyze air flow
  • Translate to customer
Desired Personal Attributes:
  • Good personal appearance
  • Ability to pay attention to detail
  • Understanding advancement in technology
  • Good Communication Skills
  • Good work habits - always on time
  • Always attentive to safety
Career Opportunities:

The Heat and Air Conditioning Technician is a high demand trade and is expected to continue to grow. The skills learned are in demand in many areas of refrigeration field.

Estimated Time of Completion Semesters Months
Full-time attendance 3 10
Half-time attendance 6 20
(Semester sequencing of courses may vary)

1st Semester

Course Course Title Credit Hours Clock Hours
HVAC-101
Theory of Heat
7.0 120
HVAC-201 Tools, Equipment & Safety 1.2 24
HVAC-301
Basic Electronics & Controls
6.0 120
HVAC-401
Electric Motors, Compressors
5.4 96

2nd Semester

Course Course Title Credit Hours Clock Hours
HVAC-450
Basic Air Conditioning
6.4 120
HVAC-500 Basic Heating Systems 6.0 120
HVAC-601
Air Flow & Distribution
6.0 120

3rd Semester

Course Course Title Credit Hours Clock Hours
HVAC-701
Heat Pumps, Load Estimates
6.0 120
HVAC-801 Advanced Air Conditioning , Heat 6.0 120
HVAC-901
Customer Relations, People Skills
7.0 120
 
Program Totals
57 1080