Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology

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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Course Description

 

 

HART 1401 Basic Electricity for HVAC

CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS:04

Principles of electricity as required by HVAC, including proper use of test equipment, electrical circuits, and component theory and operation.

Prerequisite: None

HART 1407 Refrigeration Principles

CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS:04

An introduction to the refrigeration cycle, heat transfer theory, temperature/pressure relationship, refrigerant handling, refrigeration components and safety.

Prerequisite: None

HART 1410 HVAC Shop Practices and Tools

CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS:04

Tools and instruments used in the HVAC industry. Includes proper application, use and care of these tools, and tubing and piping practices.

Prerequisite: None

HART 2445 Residential Air Conditioning Systems Design

CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS:04

Study of the properties of air and results of cooling, heating, humidifying or dehumidifying; heat gain and heat loss calculations including equipment selection and balancing the air system.

Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, Hart 1410

MAIR 1449 Refrigerators, Freezers and Window Air Conditioners

CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS:04

Theory, sequence of operation, components and repair, electrical schematics, and troubleshooting electronic components in air conditioning and refrigeration. Emphasis on safety for the electrical, mechanical, and sealed systems.

Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, Hart 1410

HART 1445 Gas and Electric Heating

CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS:04

Study of the procedures and principles used in servicing heating systems including gas fired furnaces and electric heating systems.

Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, Hart 1410

HART 2438 Air Conditioning Installation and Startup

CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS:04

A study of air conditioning system installation, refrigerant piping, condensate disposal, and air cleaning equipment with emphasis on startup and performance testing.

Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, Hart 1410, HART 2445

HART 2441 Commercial Air Conditioning

CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS:04

A study of components, applications, and installation of air conditioning systems with capacities of 25 tons or less.

Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, Hart 1410

HART 2431 Advanced Electricity for HVAC

CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS:04

Advanced electrical instruction and skill building in installation and servicing of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, including detailed instruction in motors and power distribution motors, motor controls, and application of solid state devices.

Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, Hart 1410

HART 2442 Commercial Refrigeration

CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS:04

Theory of and practical application in the maintenance of commercial refrigeration; medium and low temperature applications and ice machines.

Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, Hart 1410

HART 2443 Industrial Air Conditioning

CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS:04

A study of components, accessories, applications, and installation of air conditioning systems above 25 tons capacity.

Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, Hart 1410

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