Electrical Systems for HVAC/R, Proficiency Award
Electrical Systems for HVAC/R, Proficiency Award
The Electrical Systems for HVAC/R Program is an award to recognize proficiency in electrical systems for HVAC/R, concepts and practices. The program prepares students to become environmental control technology/HVAC/R technicians to maintain and repair heating, cooling, and refrigeration equipment in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Technicians can specialize in either installation or maintenance and repair.
| Course ID | Title | Units/Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| AC R025 | HVAC/R Electrical Systems | 5 |
| AC R025L | HVAC/R Electrical Systems II Lab | 2 |
| Total Units | 7 | |
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Semester | Units/Hours | |
| AC R025 | HVAC/R Electrical Systems | 5 |
| Units/Hours | 5 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| AC R025L | HVAC/R Electrical Systems II Lab | 2 |
| Units/Hours | 2 | |
| Total Units/Hours | 7 | |
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Identify the electrical components used in air conditioning and refrigeration systems, and state the function of each.
- State how each of the electrical components in a wiring diagram contributes to the sequence of operation.
- Research and apply various electrical codes published in the National Electric Code book (NEC) and mandated by local authorities.