ACR 100 Refrigeration Fundamentals 3.0 Cr Hrs
Introduces basic concepts and theories of refrigeration. Topics include the laws of thermodynamics, pressure and temperature relationships, heat transfer, refrigerant identification, the refrigeration cycle and safety.
ACR 101 Principles and Practices of Refrigeration 5.0 Cr Hrs
Introduces the use of refrigeration tools, materials and procedures needed to install, repair and service refrigeration systems. Topics include refrigeration tools; piping practices; service valves; leak testing; refrigerant recovery, recycling and reclamation; evacuation; charging; and safety. Prerequisite: ACR 100 Refrigeration Fundamentals.
ACR 102 Refrigeration Systems Components 5.0 Cr Hrs
Provides students with the skills and knowledge to install, test and service major components of a refrigeration system. Topics include compressors, condensers, evaporators, metering devices, service procedures, refrigeration systems and safety. Prerequisites: ACR 100 Refrigeration Fundamentals; ACR 101 Principles and Practices of Refrigeration.
ACR 103 Electrical Fundamentals 5.0 Cr Hrs
Introduces fundamental electrical concepts and theories as applied to the air conditioning industry. Topics include AC and DC theory, electric meters, electric diagrams, distribution systems, electrical panels, voltage circuits, code requirements and safety.
ACR 104 Electric Motors 3.0 Cr Hrs
Continues the development of skills and knowledge necessary for application and service of electric motors commonly used by the refrigeration and air conditioning industry. Topics include diagnostic techniques, capacitors, installation procedures, types of electric motors, electric motor service and safety. Prerequisite: ACR 103 Electrical Fundamentals.
ACR 105 Electrical Components 4.0 Cr Hrs
Provides instruction in identifying, installing and testing commonly used electrical components in an air conditioning system. Topics include pressure switches, overload devices, transformers, magnetic starters, other commonly used controls, diagnostic techniques, installation procedures and safety. Prerequisite: ACR 103 Electrical Fundamentals.
ACR 106 Electrical Control Systems and Installation 3.0 Cr Hrs
Provides instruction on wiring various types of air conditioning systems. Topics include servicing procedures, solid state controls, system wiring, control circuits and safety. Prerequisite: ACR 105 Electrical Components.
ACR 107 Air Conditioning Principles 4.0 Cr Hrs
Introduces fundamental theory and techniques needed to identify major components and functions of air conditioning systems. Instruction is given on types of air conditioning systems and use of instrumentation. Topics include types of AC systems, heat-load calculation, properties of air, psychrometrics, duct design, air filtration and safety principles. Prerequisite: ACR 102 Refrigeration Systems Components.
ACR 108 Air Conditioning Systems and Installation 2.0 Cr Hrs
Provides instruction on the installation and service of residential air conditioning systems. Topics include installation procedures, service, split-systems, add-on systems, packaged systems and safety. Prerequisites: ACR 102 Refrigeration Systems Components and ACR 104 Electrical Motors.
ACR 109 Troubleshooting Air Conditioning Systems 4.0 Cr Hrs
Provides instruction on troubleshooting and repair of major components of a residential air conditioning system. Topics include troubleshooting techniques, electrical controls, air flow, refrigeration cycle and safety. Prerequisite: ACR 108 Air Conditioning Systems and Installation.
ACR 110 Gas Heating Systems 3.0 Cr Hrs
Introduces principles of combustion and service requirements for gas heating systems. Topics include service procedures, electrical controls, piping, gas valves, venting, code requirements, principles of combustion and safety. Prerequisites: ACR 102 Refrigeration Systems Component, ACR 106 Electric Control Systems and Installation and MAT 101 General Mathematics.
ACR 111 Heat Pumps and Related Systems 4.0 Cr Hrs
Provides instruction on the principles, application and operation of a residential heat pump system. Topics include installation procedures, servicing procedures, electrical components, geothermal ground source energy supplies, dual fuel, troubleshooting, valves and safety. Prerequisites: ACR 102 Refrigeration Systems Components and ACR 106 Electrical Control Systems and Installation.
CED 101 Computer Essentials 2.0 Cr Hrs
Develops students’ computer literacy, keyboarding skills and meets the needs of students in associate degree and technical certificate programs. Students learn from hands-on experiences, basic skills in file management utilities, word processing, spreadsheets and graphical presentations in the Windows environment.
EBS 115 Pre-Algebra 3.0 Cr Hrs
Arithmetic with fractions, decimals and percents. Introduction to the metric system. Applications to measurement and consumer math. This course does not count toward AS, AA, AGS or AAS degrees.
EMP 100 Employability Skills 2.0 Cr. Hrs
Provides a study of human relations and professional development in today’s rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include human relations, job acquisition, job retention, job advancement and professional image skills.
ENG 101 English Composition I 3.0 Cr Hrs
Improves the reading and writing skills of students. Emphasis is on fundamental principles of written English in structurally correct sentences, paragraphs and expository themes. Critical analysis of essays will be used to aid in developing the student’s thinking, support of thesis and style. Students are introduced to the basic components of research by writing a documented essay in MLA style. Prerequisites: Satisfactory assessment score and/or minimum of 20 on ACT or a grade of C or above and a passing grade on the post-test in EBS 110 English are required for enrollment. High school students should have senior standing to enroll in ENG 101 English Composition I.
IFC 100 Industrial Safety Procedures 2.0 Cr Hrs
Provides an in-depth study of the health and safety practices required for maintenance of industrial, commercial and home electrically operated equipment. Topics include introduction to OSHA regulations; safety tools, equipment and procedures; and first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
