Light Commercial Air Conditioning and Heating

This certificate provides training in the design, diagnosis, service and repair of residential and light commercial HVAC systems including commercial building controls. In addition, it provides training on the application of the International Residential Code with attention to the sizing requirements of parts V and VI of the code. Students must complete the Industry Competency Exam (ICE) Light Commercial Air Conditioning and Heating as a requirement of this certificate. Contact the HVAC/R department for current pricing and to schedule/pay for the ICE Exam.

Requirements

Assessment testing is required for all students. Students who are reading at college level and place into CCR 093 or above and MAT 050 or above may begin this certificate of study. Students scoring below this level should consult with a Faculty Member before registering for courses in this program of study.

Required Courses

HVA 101Introduction to Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

4

HVA 102Basic Refrigeration

4

HVA 103Basic Electricity

3

HVA 104Electrical Components for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

4

HVA 123Air Conditioning

4

HVA 124Advanced Air Conditioning

4

HVA 200International Residential Codes - Mechanical and Fuel Gas

2

HVA 201Heating for Commercial Applications

3

HVA 202Troubleshooting and Customer Service

3

HVA 203Industrial Controls

3

 

MTE 110Applied Communication & Teamwork in Industry

3

or

COM 115Public Speaking

3

or

COM 125Interpersonal Communication

3

Total Credit Hours: 37

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