Career and Technical Certificate - Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVAC/R)
Previous Degree Required: HS Diploma
Eligible for Financial Aid: Yes
Delivery Method(s): On-Campus
Location(s): Cocoa
Additional Limited Access Application Process Required: Yes
Program Testing Requirements: TABE - Test of Adult Basic Education
Academic Community: INMC Industry/Manufacturing and Construction
Program Code: AIR3
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code: 15.0501
Florida Department of Education CIP Code: 0615050110
- Leads to State or Organizational License or Certification: Mainstream Engineering EPA Certification 608 Refrigerants
- Cost Associated with taking the exam: $27
- Where to take the exam: Exam can be taken in EFSC Testing Services
This certificate program gives completers employment opportunities as paraprofessionals in installation, service, and repair by mechanical and refrigeration contractors, dealers, and related commercial businesses. Students will study basic refrigeration, electrical circuitry, load calculations, and residential systems.
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Certificate Requirements
| Code | Title | Clock Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Completion Group 1 (Fall Term) | ||
| ACR 0704 | Introduction to Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration | 150 |
| ACR 0122 | Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Components | 150 |
| ACR 0060 | Residential Load Calculations | 90 |
| ACR 0061 | Psychrometrics Calculations | 90 |
| Completion Group 2 (Spring Term) | ||
| ACR 0608 | Residential Heating Systems | 120 |
| ACR 0106 | Electricity for HVAC Single Phase | 150 |
| ACR 0107 | Electrical Circuitry for HVAC | 90 |
| ACR 0602 | Heat Pump Technology | 150 |
| Completion Group 3 (Summer Term) | ||
| ACR 0705 | Mechanical Systems | 120 |
| ACR 0701 | HVAC Troubleshooting and Repair | 150 |
| ACR 0022 | Domestic Refrigeration | 90 |
| Total Clock Hours | 1350 | |
Learning Outcomes
- Distinguish different types and uses of electricity related to HVAC
- Supports Core Ability: Communicate Effectively
- Identify various materials required for copper tubing connection
- Supports Core Ability: Process Information
- Perform effective soldering and brazing techniques.
- Supports Core Ability: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Demonstrate proper use of test gauges.
- Supports Core Ability: Process Information
- Demonstrate proper use & handling of refrigerant recovery system.
- Supports Core Ability: Model Ethical and Civic Responsibility