Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician, Technical Diploma (TD)
Location: Reserve
The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician TD is designed to prepare students for employment in a variety of jobs in the field of air conditioning and refrigeration by teaching students how to install, diagnose, repair, and maintain the operating condition of domestic, residential, and commercial heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Certificates and opportunities to earn industry-based certifications (IBCs) are available with progression through the program.
Specialized Accreditation
We are proud to share that our program has achieved HVAC Excellence Programmatic Accreditation from the HVAC Excellence Accreditation Review Board. This prestigious recognition validates the quality of our curriculum, instructional resources, and commitment to excellence in preparing students for success in the HVAC industry. When you enroll in our HVAC program, you can be confident you're receiving training that meets rigorous industry standards and positions you for success in this growing field.
Curriculum
| First Semester | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| CORE 1003 | Core Industry Safety | 3 |
| HACR 1113 | Electrical Fundamentals | 3 |
| HACR 1213 | Electrical Components | 3 |
| HACR 1313 | Electric Motors | 3 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| HACR 1003 | HVAC Introduction | 3 |
| HACR 1123 | Principles of Refrigeration I | 3 |
| HACR 1223 | Principles of Refrigeration II | 3 |
| HACR 1323 | Principles of Refrigeratio III | 3 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| HACR 2422 | Refrigeration | 2 |
| HACR 2032 | Ductless Technology | 2 |
| HACR 2143 | Air Conditioning I | 3 |
| HACR 2243 | Air Conditioning II | 3 |
| HACR 2072 | System Design | 2 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| HACR 2153 | Heating I | 3 |
| HACR 2253 | Heating II | 3 |
| HACR 2063 | Heat Pumps | 3 |
| HACR 2413 | Applied Electricity and Troubl | 3 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 48 | |
Additional Academic Awards
HVAC Electrical Apprentice Career and Technical Certificate (CTC)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CORE 1003 | Core Industry Safety | 3 |
| HACR 1113 | Electrical Fundamentals | 3 |
| HACR 1213 | Electrical Components | 3 |
| HACR 1313 | Electric Motors | 3 |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
A/C and Refrigeration Helper Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CORE 1003 | Core Industry Safety | 3 |
| HACR 1003 | HVAC Introduction | 3 |
| HACR 1113 | Electrical Fundamentals | 3 |
| HACR 1213 | Electrical Components | 3 |
| HACR 1313 | Electric Motors | 3 |
| HACR 1123 | Principles of Refrigeration I | 3 |
| HACR 1223 | Principles of Refrigeration II | 3 |
| HACR 1323 | Principles of Refrigeratio III | 3 |
| Total Hours | 24 | |
Industry-based Certifications
First Semester
- NCCER Core
- HVAC Excellence Electrical Employment Ready
Second Semester
- EPA 608 Certification
Third Semester
- HVAC Excellence Air Conditioning Employment Ready
Fourth Semester
- HVAC Excellence Gas Heat Employment Ready and Electric Heat Employment Ready
- HVAC Excellence Heat Pump Employment Ready
Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:
- Perform tasks safely and in accordance with all applicable acts, regulations, legislation, and codes to ensure personal and public safety.
- Demonstrate safe selection, use, storage, and inventory procedures for tools, devices, and equipment.
- Demonstrate the communication, analytical, problem-solving, teamwork, and organizational skills and work habits needed for entry levels of employment in an air conditioning and refrigeration career.
- Demonstrate the installation, servicing, diagnosis, troubleshooting, and maintenance of heating, refrigeration, air conditioning systems, and associated components.