Course Descriptions

Air Conditioning Technology, AAS

ACR 100 Refrigeration Fundamentals 3 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 & Practices of Refrigeration 4 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 105 Electrical Circuits & Wiring Diagrams 4 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 107 Air Conditioning Systems 3 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 110 Gas Heating Systems 3 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 & Related Systems 3 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.

ACR 115 Electricity & Electronics for the HVACR Service Technician 4 Cr Hrs

Emphasizes fundamentals of electricity and electronics with application to heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. Provides hands-on instruction in electrical-mechanical applications. Ohm’s and Watt’s laws are studied, along with magnetic principles, inductance and capacitance in circuits. Identification and construction of series, parallel and combination circuits are explored through laboratory experiments. This course also covers common singlephase and small three-phase electric motors. Presentations focus on basic motor theory, common types of motors, starting components and protection devices. Diagnostic skills for motor troubleshooting and replacement are also developed.

ACR 120 Building Control Systems I 3 Cr Hrs

Provides instruction on the installation and service of residential air conditioning systems, as well as basic building controls. Topics include installation procedures, service, splitsystems, add-on systems, packaged systems and safety.

ACR 125 EPA Certification 1 Cr Hr

Prepares students for the certification exam required by federal and state governments and the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R) industry. Students focus on Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) refrigeranthandling exams and Industry Competency Exams (ICE).

ACR 130 HVAC Design 4 Cr Hrs

Discusses heat energy, conditions of human comfort, psychrometric chart and plotting various air conditions. Calculations of heat transfer into and out of a residential structure are instructed using terms, concepts, measurements and calculations of moving air. This course is designed to develop and exercise students’ ability to perform heat loss and gain calculations.

ACR 135 Internship in HVACR 5 Cr Hrs

Students participate in an industry-related assignment associated with the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. All work assignments must be approved by a faculty advisor.

ACR 140 Sheetmetal 3 Cr Hrs

Introduces basic concepts and theories of duct fabrication and installation used in the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) industry. Topics include the techniques and formulas used to lay out a variety of ducting connections and air returns. Students calculate air flows and volume for both primary and return lines. Shearing and forming of sheetmetal is used in fabricating basic duct systems.

CWG 110 Welding Applications 4 Cr Hrs

Provides instruction in the major welding and cutting operations. Students develop knowledge and skills to identify and safely operate a variety of welding and cutting machines/equipment including arc welding, MIG welding, TIG welding, oxy-acetylene welding and cutting and shearing operations.

EMP 100 Global Professional Standards 2 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.

SAF 100 OSHA Construction Safety I 1 Cr Hrs

This course provides a fundamental understanding of OSHA Safety for the Construction Industry. Students who sucessfully complete the course will be issued a Department of Labor (DOL) 10 hour card.

CED 115 Computer Applications 3 Cr Hrs

Introduces students to the fundamental concepts and operations necessary to use computers. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include computer terminology, introduction to the Windows environment, networking, word processing, spreadsheets and databases.

ENG 101 Composition I 3 Cr Hrs

Improves the reading and writing skills of students. The emphasis is on fundamental principles of written English in structurally correct sentences, paragraphs and expository themes. Critical analysis of essays is used to aid in developing students’ thinking, support of thesis and style. Students are introduced to the basic components of research by writing a documented essay in Modern Language Association (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 Composition I.

MTH 112 College Algebra 3 Cr Hrs

An introduction of algebraic functions and some transcendental functions with application in business and life, natural and social sciences. Topics include solving equations, zeros, rational functions, matrices, exponentials and logarithms and systems. Additional topics are included as time permits. Students must furnish their own TI-83 or TI83 PLUS graphing calculators. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in MTH 101 Intermediate Algebra or satisfactory course placement assessment or 21 ACT math score.

PSY 101 General Psychology 3 Cr Hrs

A general introduction to the scientific study of human behavior as it applies to daily living. Course includes history, basic theories and biological bases of behavior, development, cognitive processes, individual awareness, motivation, emotion, personal adjustment and social psychology.

SOC 101 Principles of Sociology 3 Cr Hrs

An introductory study to acquaint students with the influence of human social behavior. Sociology studies the processes and patterns of individuals and group interaction by acquainting students with the development, characteristics and functioning of human groups, the relationships between groups and group influences on individual behavior. It includes the study of how social relationships are created, maintained and changed.

SPH 101 Public Speaking 3 Cr Hrs

Covers fundamental basics to all good private and public speaking experiences and elements in voice production and improvement, bodily movement, confidence, poise and understanding of all types of public speeches. Required of all transfer curricula.

SPH 111 Interpersonal Communication 3 Cr Hrs

Improves individual communication skills. By understanding the elements of effective communication, students are able to create environments that bring out the best in themselves and others. In addition, students learn how to better turn ideas and feelings into words, how to listen more effectively, respond more appropriately to what others have said and, most important of all, how to maintain and develop good interpersonal relationships with their families, their peers and fellow workers. Emphasis is placed on small-group activities, interviewing skills and verbal and non-verbal communication.