Like ice cream on warm apple pie, the first blast of crisp air conditioning on hot skin is one of life’s simple pleasures. And didn’t you know? Setting up and maintaining heating and air systems is always in demand.
Looking for the path to a career that will always be cool? Texarkana College will get you there.
First Semester |
Hours |
|---|---|
| HART 1401 Basic Electricity for HVAC | 4 |
| HART 1356 EPA Recovery Certification Preparation | 3 |
| HART 1410 HVAC Shop Practices and Tools | 4 |
| HART 1407 Refrigeration Principles | 4 |
| Total | 15 |
Second Semester |
Hours |
|---|---|
| LEAD 1100 Workforce Development with Critical Thinking | 1 |
| HART 2338 Air Conditioning Install | 3 |
| HART 1341 Heat Pumps | 3 |
| HART 1303 Air Conditioning Control Principles | 3 |
| HART 2336 Air Conditioning Troubleshooting | 3 |
| Total | 13 |
Third Semester |
Hours |
|---|---|
| HART 2450 HVAC Zone Controls | 4 |
| HART 1345 Gas & Electric Heating | 3 |
| HART 2349 Heat Pumps | 3 |
| HART 2431 Advanced Electricity for HVAC | 4 |
| Total | 14 |
Total Hours: 42 SCH
A basic study of HVAC and refrigeration controls; troubleshooting of control components; emphasis on use of wiring diagrams to analyze high and low voltage circuits; a review of Ohm’s law as applied to air conditioning controls and circuits.
A study of components, applications, and installation of mechanical air conditioning systems including operating conditions, troubleshooting, repair, and charging of air conditioning systems.
Study of the procedures and principles used in servicing heating systems including gas fired furnaces and electric heating systems.
(3,2,4). Certification training for HVAC refrigerant recovery and recycling. Instruction will provide a reveiw of EPA guidelines for refrigerant recovery and recycling during the installation, service, and repair of all HVAC and refrigeration systems.
Principles of electricity as required by HVAC, including proper use of test equipment, electrical circuits, and component theory and operation.
An introduction to the refrigeration cycle, heat transfer theory, temperature/pressure relationship, refrigerant handling, refrigeration components, and safety.
Tools and instruments used in the HVAC industry. Includes proper application, use and care of these tools, and tubing and piping practices.
An advanced course in application of troubleshooting principles and use of test instruments to diagnose air conditioning and refrigeration components and system problems including conducting performance tests.
A study of air conditioning system installation, refrigerant piping, condensate disposal, and air cleaning equipment with emphasis on startup and performance testing.
A study of heat pumps, heat pump control circuits, defrost controls, auxiliary heat, airflow, and other topics related to heat pump systems.
Advanced electrical instruction and skill-building in installation and servicing of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, including detailed instruction in motors and power distribution, motors, motor controls, and application of solid state devices.
(4,3,4). A study of air conditioning system installation, refrigerant piping, condensate disposal, and air cleaning equipment with emphasis on startup and performance testing.
Theory and application of HVAC residential Zone control devices, electromechanical controls, and/or pneumatic controls.
Have questions about this program, the costs involved and what job prospects may exist in the marketplace? Check our Gainful Employment report.
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