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Commercial Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (EP) Diploma

Overview and Award Outcomes

Overview

With the increased need for energy efficient heating and cooling systems, opportunities in the commercial refrigeration field are unlimited. Work in the area of supermarket refrigeration contains perhaps one of the biggest challenges and requires intensive quality training. Ice cube machines, walk-in coolers and display cases require technical service skills. The air conditioning and heating areas include working on heat/cool rooftop units, chillers and large building systems that are controlled by electronic, electric or pneumatic systems. The technician should also have the ability to install and maintain large air handling units which have the capabilities of cooling, heating, humidifying, dehumidifying and cleaning air for human and equipment environmental control. Increasing energy costs have created a great demand for skilled technicians in the area of energy management systems.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Residential Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning program or a minimum of 2 years related work experience.

Award Outcomes

Obtain OSHA 30 Certification

Obtain the EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Handling License

Demonstrate knowledge of International Fuel, Gas and Mechanical codes

Troubleshoot electrical motors

Troubleshoot control circuits for refrigeration and A/C equipment

Troubleshoot gas heating equipment

Adjust water systems for HVAC and refrigeration equipment

Troubleshoot airflow systems for HVAC equipment

Solve problems using analytical thinking

Career Opportunities

Employment opportunities in the commercial heating, air conditioning and refrigeration field are based on each person`s goals and qualifications. Manufacturing, installation, servicing and engineering firms could employ an individual. Possible positions include: installer, quality control technician, service technician, layout person and designer.

Program Requirements

Technical Studies Required 25 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
HVAC1005OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training

2

HVAC2001Packaged Heating and Cooling Equipment

4

HVAC2005Commercial HVAC/R Safety and Servicing Procedures

2

HVAC2010Commercial Heat Pump Systems

2

HVAC2030Commercial Ice Making Machines

3

HVAC2041Gas/Refrigeration (Mechanical) Code

1

HVAC2050Electrical for Commercial HVAC&R Equipment

2

HVAC2111Low Pressure Steam and Water Boilers

2

HVAC2121Refrigerated Coolers and Cases

4

HVAC2130Supermarket Refrigeration

3

General Education Required 3 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
PHIL1100Critical Thinking for College Success

3

or

PHYS1005Introductory Physics I

3

General Education Elective 0 Credits

Technical Studies Elective 3 Credits

Recommended:

HVAC1060Low Global Warming Potential (GWP) Refrigerant Certification

1

HVAC1090Low Global Warming Potential (GWP) Refrigerant Certification Exam

0

HVAC2020Pneumatic Controls

2

HVAC2045Hydrocarbon Refrigerant Certification

1

HVAC2055Hydrocarbon Refrigerant Certification Exam

0

HVAC2060Computer Room Air Conditioning

1

HVAC2100Water Chiller Machines

3

HVAC2165Air Handling Units

1

HVAC2170HVAC/R Externship

1

Total Diploma Credits 31

Semester Sequence

Offered at Eden Prairie Only

First Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
HVAC2001Packaged Heating and Cooling Equipment

4

HVAC2005Commercial HVAC/R Safety and Servicing Procedures

2

HVAC2010Commercial Heat Pump Systems

2

HVAC2030Commercial Ice Making Machines

3

HVAC2041Gas/Refrigeration (Mechanical) Code

1

HVAC2050Electrical for Commercial HVAC&R Equipment

2

Total Credits  14

Second Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
HVAC1005OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training

2

HVAC2111Low Pressure Steam and Water Boilers

2

HVAC2121Refrigerated Coolers and Cases

4

HVAC2130Supermarket Refrigeration

3

 

PHIL1100Critical Thinking for College Success

3

or

PHYS1005Introductory Physics I

3

 

Technical Studies Electives

3

Total Credits  17

Technical Studies Elective

Recommended:

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
HVAC1060Low Global Warming Potential (GWP) Refrigerant Certification

1

HVAC1090Low Global Warming Potential (GWP) Refrigerant Certification Exam

0

HVAC2020Pneumatic Controls

2

HVAC2045Hydrocarbon Refrigerant Certification

1

HVAC2055Hydrocarbon Refrigerant Certification Exam

0

HVAC2060Computer Room Air Conditioning

1

HVAC2100Water Chiller Machines

3

HVAC2165Air Handling Units

1

HVAC2170HVAC/R Externship

1

Graduation (31 Credits)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Residential Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning program or a minimum of 2 years related work experience.

Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.

 

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