Short Certificate

Applied Technology: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC) Option

This program emphasizes the fundamental principles for air conditioning, heating and refrigeration. Instruction is provided in the theory and principles of refrigeration and heat transfer, HVAC/R system components, common and specialty tools for HVAC/R and application of the concepts of basic compression refrigeration. Upon completion, students should identify system components and understand their functions, identify and use common and specialty HVAC/R tools and maintain components of a basic compression refrigeration system. This certificate is Pell Grant eligible.

Total Credits
22