Air Conditioning and Refrigeration: HVAC-R and Facilities Services Technology, C.S.C.

CIP Code: 47.0201

NOVA Code: 221-903-10

Offered through WO

Purpose: This program is designed to prepare the student for entry-level positions in the air conditioning, refrigeration and facilities maintenance industry. Students receive entry-level instruction in the principles, service, maintenance, repair, and installation of air conditioning, refrigeration, heating, plumbing, and electrical systems.

Credit for Prior Learning: Students in this program may be eligible for credit for prior learning and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the program head.

One Year

1st Semester

AIR 111 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Controls I (3 CR.)
AIR 121 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I (4 CR.)
AIR 154 - Heating Systems I (4 CR.) ¹ OR
BLD 20 - Introduction to Plumbing (2 CR.) ¹
SDV 106 - Preparation for Employment (1 CR.) OR
SDV 100 - College Success Skills (1 CR.)

Total 10-12 credits

2nd Semester

AIR 122 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration II (4 CR.)
AIR 134 - Circuits and Controls I (3 CR.)
AIR 276 - Refrigerant Usage EPA Certification (1 CR.)
ENG 111 - College Composition I (3 CR.) ²OR
CST ___ - Elective (3 CR.) ²

Total 11 credits

Total credits for the HVAC-R and Facilities Services Technology Career Studies Certificate: 21-23 credits

¹ Students who plan to work in the air conditioning and refrigeration industry or who plan to complete the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Certificate or A.A.S. should take AIR 154 , while students who plan to work in facilities maintenance should take BLD 20 . See an advisor for details.

² CST Elective may be met by CST 100 , CST 110 , CST 126 , or CST 229 .