Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
Trained personnel are in critical short supply for the demands of the residential and commercial heating and air conditioning industry. With the increased need for energy efficient heating and cooling systems, new energy codes and exploding technology advancements, opportunities in the residential/commercial HVAC field are unlimited. The residential/commercial air conditioning, heating and refrigeration areas include working on heat/cool rooftop units, high-efficiency electronically controlled forced air furnaces and hydronic boilers, chillers and large-building computerized energy management control systems, ice cube machines, walk-in coolers/freezers and display cases. The HVAC technician should have the ability to install, retrofit, service and repair residential/commercial air handling units that have the capabilities of cooling, heating, humidifying, dehumidifying and filtration of air for environmental control.
Award Outcomes
Obtain OSHA 30 Certification
Obtain the EPS Section 608 Refrigerant Handling License
Practice human relation skills
Demonstrate basic tool usage
Apply mathematical, reading, and communication skills essential to the HVAC industry
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 residential/commercial heating, cooling, air conditioning and refrigeration field are based on each individual`s goals and qualifications. Opportunities exist in management, sales, service, installation and maintenance of HVAC and refrigeration equipment. Possible positions include: installer, quality control technician, service technician, manufacturer`s representative, sales consultant, layout person and designer. In addition, the A.A.S. degree will help qualify individuals for management positions in the sales, installation, and service of HVAC equipment.
Semester Sequence
Offered at Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie
Summer Semester
| General Education Electives | 6 |
Third Semester
(HVAC Courses offered at Eden Prairie only)
| HVAC2001 | Packaged Heating and Cooling Equipment | 4 |
| HVAC2005 | Commercial HVAC/R Safety and Servicing Procedures | 2 |
| HVAC2010 | Commercial Heat Pump Systems | 2 |
| HVAC2030 | Commercial Ice Making Machines | 3 |
| HVAC2041 | Gas/Refrigeration (Mechanical) Code | 1 |
| HVAC2050 | Electrical for Commercial HVAC&R Equipment | 2 |
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| PHIL1100 | Critical Thinking for College Success | 3 |
| or | |
| PHYS1005 | Introductory Physics I | 3 |
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| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 2 | 3 |
Fourth Semester
(HVAC Courses offered at Eden Prairie only)
| HVAC2111 | Low Pressure Steam and Water Boilers | 2 |
| HVAC2121 | Refrigerated Coolers and Cases | 4 |
| HVAC2130 | Supermarket Refrigeration | 3 |
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| COMM1250 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 1 | 3 |
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| Technical Studies Electives | 3 |
Technical Studies Electives
Recommended:
Choose a Total of: 4 Credits
General Education Electives
Choose credits form Hennepin Technical College’s Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) general education courses.
Choose a Total of: 6 Credits
MnTC Goal Area 1
A complete list of MnTC courses and Goal Areas that can be used to meet General Education requirements can be found at www.hennepintech.edu. The same course cannot satisfy more than one MnTC Goal Area requirement.
Graduation (72 credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
2/28/2022 : BP 3304 / EP 3305