Air Conditioning Technology (AIRC)
AIRC1005. Refrigeration Fundamentals. (4 Credits)
Introduces the basic concepts, theories, and safety regulations and procedures of refrigeration. Topics include an introduction to OSHA, safety, first aid, laws of thermodynamics, pressure and temperature relationships, heat transfer, the refrigerant cycle, refrigerant identification, and types of AC systems.
AIRC1010. RefrigeratioPrinciple&Practice. (4 Credits)
This course introduces the student to basic refrigeration system principles and practices, and the major component parts of the refrigeration system. Topics include refrigeration tools, piping practices, service valves, leak testing, refrigerant recovery, recycling, and reclamation, evacuation, charging, and safety.
AIRC1020. Refrigeration Syst Components. (4 Credits)
This course provides the student with the skills and knowledge and skills to install, test, and service major components of a refrigeration system. Topics include compressors, condensers, evaporators, metering devices, service procedures, refrigeration systems and safety.
AIRC1030. HVACR Electrical Fundamentals. (4 Credits)
This course provides an introduction to fundamental electrical concepts and theories as applied to the air conditioning industry. Topics include AC and DC theory, electric meters, electrical diagrams, distribution systems, electrical panels, voltage circuits, code requirements, and safety.
AIRC1040. HVACR Electrical Motors. (4 Credits)
This course provides the student with the skills and knowledge necessary for application and service of electric motors commonly used by the refrigeration and air conditioning industry. Topics include diagnostic techniques, capacitors, installation procedures, types of electric motors, electric motor service, and safety.
AIRC1050. HVACR ELCT Components&Control. (4 Credits)
Provides instruction in identifying, installing, and testing commonly used electrical components in an air conditioning system. Topics include: pressure switches, transformers, other commonly used controls, diagnostic techniques, installation procedures, solid state controls, and safety.
AIRC1060. Air Cond System Appl & Install. (4 Credits)
Provides instruction on the installation and service of residential air conditioning systems. Topics include: installation procedures, split-systems, add-on systems, packaged systems, system wiring, control circuits, and safety.
AIRC1070. Gas Heat. (4 Credits)
This course introduces principles of combustion and service requirements for gas heating systems. Topics include servicing procedures, electrical controls, piping, gas valves, venting, code requirements, principles of combustion, and safety.
AIRC1080. Heat Pumps and Related Systems. (4 Credits)
This course provides instruction on the principles, applications, and operation of a residential heat pump system. Topics include installation and servicing procedures, electrical components, geothermal ground source energy supplies, dual fuel, valves, and troubleshooting techniques.
AIRC1090. Troubleshooting Air Cond Syst. (4 Credits)
This course provides instruction on the troubleshooting and repair of major components of a residential air conditioning system. Topics include troubleshooting techniques, electrical controls, air flow, the refrigeration cycle, electrical servicing procedures, and safety.
AIRC2005. Design&Appl-Light Com Air Cond. (4 Credits)
Continues in-depth instruction on components and functions of air conditioning systems with emphasis on design and application of light commercial air conditioning systems. Topics include: refrigeration piping, hydronic piping, pump sizing, commercial load design, air flow, codes, and safety.
AIRC2010. Light CommAirCondCtrl System. (4 Credits)
Emphasizes the study of complex control systems on light commercial air conditioning systems. Topics include: pneumatic controls, electronic controls, electrical controls, mechanical controls, and safety.
AIRC2020. Light Comm Air Cond Systs Oper. (4 Credits)
Provides in-depth study of the operation of light commercial air conditioning systems. Topics include: boiler operations, refrigeration components, energy management, codes, and safety.
AIRC2030. Light Comm Air Cond Intern. (8 Credits)
AIRC2040. Residential Systems Designs. (4 Credits)
Presents advanced refrigeration and electrical skills and theories. Topics include: heat gain and heat loss, duct design, zone control, equipment selection, and safety.
AIRC2050. GASt.&Local ResidAirCond Codes. (4 Credits)
Presents advanced level residential air conditioning code concepts and theories. Topics include: local residential air conditioning codes, state residential air conditioning codes, gas piping, refrigeration piping, and safety.
AIRC2060. Air Distri Syst Resid Air Cond. (4 Credits)
Continues development of air systems concepts, theories, and skills. Emphasis will be placed on test and balance techniques and fan laws. Topics include: test and balance techniques, fan laws, and safety.
AIRC2070. Commercial Refrigeration Desig. (4 Credits)
Provides an increased level of concepts and theory beyond ACT 102. Students are introduced to more design theory in commercial refrigeration. Topics include: refrigeration heat calculation, equipment selection, refrigeration piping, codes, and safety.
AIRC2080. Commercial Refrigeration Appl. (4 Credits)
Introduces the application of fundamental theories and concepts of refrigeration. Emphasis will be placed on equipment application and installation procedures. Topics include: equipment application, installation procedures, cycle controls, energy management, and safety.
AIRC2090. Troubleshoot&ServicComm Refrig. (4 Credits)
Continues to provide experience in maintenance techniques in servicing light commercial refrigeration systems. Topics include: system clearing, troubleshooting procedures, replacement of components, and safety.