Commercial Refrigeration Certificate

My Academic Plans (MAPs) are designed by faculty to better guide you in retention and completion. It is highly encouraged that you complete courses in the recommended order provided below in the notes section. You should work with an academic advisor to adjust your plan based on your scheduling needs.

My Academic Plan

Program Description

What do HVAC/R Mechanics and Installers do?

Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers—often called HVACR technicians—work on heating, ventilation, cooling, and refrigeration systems that control the temperature and air quality in buildings.

A person in the Refrigeration Mechanic career path:
• Observes and tests system operation, using gauges and instruments.
• Adjusts valves according to specifications and charges system with proper type of refrigerant by pumping the specified gas or fluid into the system.
• Tests lines, components, and connections for leaks.
• Dismantles malfunctioning systems and tests components, using electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic testing equipment.
• Adjusts or replaces worn or defective mechanisms and parts, and reassembles repaired systems.
• Brazes or solders parts to repair defective joints and leaks.
• Performs mechanical overhauls and refrigerant reclaiming.
• Keeps records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions.
• Installs expansion and control valves, using acetylene torches and wrenches.
• Installs wiring to connect components to an electric power source.

Specialty and Similar Careers:
HVAC/R Mechanics: Careers that are more detailed or close to this career:
• Residential Air-Conditioning & Heating
• Light Commercial Air-Conditioning & Heating
• HVAC/R Sales
• Energy Management
• Sheet Metal
• Owner of a Company

First Semester

Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.

HVA 101	Introduction to Air Conditioning and Refrigeration	4
HVA 102	Basic Refrigeration	4
HVA 103	Basic Electricity	3
HVA 104	Electrical Components for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration	4
Total Credit Hours:		15

Second Semester