Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Certificate
Program Coordinator: Jim Kroll, OTC 1218, Ext. 2560
Length: Three semesters (one year)
Purpose: The Certificate program in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration is designed to prepare persons for full-time employment as air conditioning and refrigeration technicians immediately upon completion of the program. A student who completes the program is capable of performing the job skills normally expected of a beginning air conditioning and refrigeration technician. Students should note that this program is the same as the first three (3) semesters of the diploma program. Completion of the full five (5) semesters is recommended.
Occupational Objectives:
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician
Technical Sales
Shop Supervisor
Admission Requirements: See the section on admission requirements in this catalog. A student eligible for admission to the College can normally be considered for admission to the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration certificate curriculum.
Program Requirements: Approximately two-thirds of the curriculum will include courses in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, with the remaining courses in related subjects, general education, and electives. Instruction will include both the theoretical concepts and practical applications needed for future success in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Servicing. Each student is advised to consult with his/her faculty advisor and counselor in planning a program and selecting electives. Upon completion of the three-semester curriculum listed on this page, the student will be awarded a Certificate in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.
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Air Conditioning and Refrigeration |
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(Day Program) |
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First Semester (Fall) |
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Course Number |
Course Title |
Lec. Hrs. |
Lab Hrs. |
Crs. |
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AIR 111 |
Air Cond. & Ref. Controls I |
2 |
2 |
3 |
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AIR 171 |
Refrigeration I (Basic) |
6 |
6 |
9 |
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MTH 141 |
1 Business Mathematics I |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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SDV 101 |
Orientation to College Success |
1 |
0 |
1 |
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Total |
12 |
8 |
16 |
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Second Semester (Spring) |
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AIR 112 |
Air Cond. & Ref. Controls II |
2 |
2 |
3 |
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AIR 172 |
Ref. II (Commercial) |
6 |
6 |
9 |
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ENG 100 |
Basic Occupational Comm. |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Total |
11 |
8 |
15 |
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Summer Session |
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AIR 134 |
Circuits and Controls I |
3 |
3 |
4 |
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AIR 176 |
Air Conditioning |
4 |
4 |
6 |
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EEE Or AIR 197 |
2 Elective orCo-op Education |
3 0 |
0 15 |
3 3 |
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Total |
7-10 |
7-22 |
13 |
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Total Minimum Credits for Certificate........................................................44 |
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The semester-by-semester sequence of courses may be modified when necessary. Please refer to the Program Choices section of this Catalog for a discussion of factors which affect planning and sequencing programs of study. Courses may be substituted or adjustments made by the College to meet program objectives and requirements.
1. Students may substitute MTH 103.
2. General Education Electives may be selected from courses in English, psychology, political science, economics, integrated courses (SSC 100), or approved electives.
Cooperative Education - Students are encouraged to take Co-op with Faculty Curriculum Advisor and Faculty Co-op Advisor approvals after satisfactory completion of the second semester. This practical work experience, with appropriate documentation, will help meet requirements to gain the Journeyman and/or Master certifications from the Virginia Tradesman Certification Program.
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Air Conditioning and Refrigeration |
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(Evening Program) |
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First Semester (Fall) |
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Course Number |
Course Title |
Lec. Hrs. |
Lab Hrs. |
Crs. |
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AIR 111 |
Air Cond. & Ref. Controls I |
2 |
2 |
3 |
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AIR 171 |
Refrigeration I (Basic) |
6 |
6 |
9 |
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MTH 141 |
1 Business Mathematics I |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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SDV 101 |
Orientation to College Success |
1 |
0 |
1 |
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Total |
12 |
8 |
16 |
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Second Semester (Spring) |
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AIR 134 |
Circuits and Controls I |
3 |
3 |
4 |
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AIR 176 |
Air Conditioning |
4 |
4 |
6 |
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ENG 100 |
Basic Occupational Comm. |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Total |
10 |
7 |
13 |
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Summer Session |
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AIR 112 |
Air Cond. & Ref. Controls II |
2 |
2 |
3 |
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AIR 172 |
Ref. II (Commercial) |
6 |
6 |
9 |
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EEE Or AIR 197 |
2 Elective orCo-op Education |
3 0 |
0 15 |
3 3 |
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Total |
8-11 |
8-23 |
15 |
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Total Minimum Credits for Certificate...............................................44 |
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The above semester-by-semester sequence of courses may be modified when necessary. Please refer to the Program Choices section of this Catalog for a discussion of factors which affect planning and sequencing programs of study. Courses may be substituted or adjustments made by the College to meet program objectives and requirements.
1. Students may substitute MTH 103.
2. General Education Electives may be selected from courses in English, psychology, political science, economics, sociology or humanities.
Cooperative Education - Students are encouraged to take Co-op with Faculty Curriculum Advisor and Faculty Co-op Advisor approvals after satisfactory completion of the second semester. This practical work experience, with appropriate documentation, will help meet requirements to gain the Journeyman and/or Master certifications from the Virginia Tradesman Certification Program.