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Air Conditioning Technology, Diploma
Program Description
The Air Conditioning Technology, Diploma program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the air conditioning industry.  Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement.  The program emphasizes a combination of air conditioning theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.  Program graduates receive an Air Conditioning Technology diploma and have the qualifications of an air conditioning technician.

Program Length
A minimum of 85 credit hours is required for graduation.
A full time student should expect to complete requirements in 5 quarters.  

Salary Range
$8-15 per hour

Career Opportunities
Opportunities for employment exist in firms specializing in heating, air conditioning and refrigeration, and in large plants which maintain their own heating and air conditioning maintenance personnel.

Career Traits/Requirements
Mechanically inclined, self-motivated, good work ethic, good communication skills, and able to work with the public.

Program Courses

General Education

13

ENG 1010

Fundamentals of English I

5

MAT 1012

Foundations of Mathematics

5

EMP 1000

Interpersonal Relations & Professional Dev

3

Occupational Education

72

SCT 100

Introduction to Microcomputers

3

IFC 100

Industrial Safety Procedures

2

ACT 100

Refrigeration Fundamentals

4

ACT 101

Principles and Practices of Refrigeration

7

ACT 102

Refrigeration Systems Components

7

ACT 103

Electrical Fundamentals

7

ACT 104

Electric Motors

4

ACT 105

Electric Components

5

ACT 106

Electric Control Systems and Installation

4

ACT 107

Air Conditioning Principles

8

ACT 108

Air Conditioning Systems Installation

3

ACT 109

Troubleshooting Air Conditioning Systems

7

ACT 110

Gas Heating Systems

5

ACT 111

Heat Pumps and Related Systems

6

Total Required Credits for Graduation

85

 

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