Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to identify the job skills necessary to have a successful career in the field of their choice. Topics included listening skills, oral communication, human relations, decision making/problem solving, how to work as a team, time and resource management, work ethics, career planning and resume building.

In this course, students will receive an overview of the HVAC industry, learning about different career pathways, as well as hand tools, power tools and general construction safety. This course includes OSHA 10 General Construction.

The student will receive instruction in basic electrical theory for DC and Alternating Current systems. The student will have knowledge on the production of electricity and how to apply Ohm's Law and Power Formula. Electrical safety is taught along with skills in how to read and interpret schematic diagrams. This class must be passed with a minimum of a C or 78% for the student to continue to next course. Prerequisites: CEC 111 Intro to HVACR

This course will give students a firm understanding of combustion and how it is applied in the HVAC trade. Residential gas furnaces will be studies in detail in order to gain understanding in how they are installed and serviced. A thorough understanding of Standard, Midrange and High Efficiency furnace service and installation will be earned as a result of this course. This class must be passed with a minimum of a C or 78% for the student to continue to next course. Prerequisites: CEC 115 Electrical Fundamentals

This course focuses on sheet metal fabrication utilizing various sheet metal tools and techniques. Duct sizing is discussed in addition to code requirements for duct systems.

This course is designed to introduce students to the broader picture that is HVAC. Students will become familiar with trade related organizations, job requirements, gain skills in soldering and brazing, and demonstrate learned skills to service and repair air conditioning systems. Students must earn a C grade or better in this course in order to advance to the next course. Prerequisites: CEC 120 Heating System Fundamentals

Students will be certified in federal regulations of safe refrigerant handling practices. Successful completion of the certification course is required for technicians to work with and purchase refrigerants.

Students will learn installation practices according to manufacturers' recommendations and local code, including installing residential split systems, learning about heat pumps, indoor air quality (IAQ), and proper air flow. Prerequisites: CEC 205 HVAC Fundamentals, CEC 210 EPA 608

Students will learn the different types of compressors used in cooling equipment, proper preventative maintenance practices, and how to diagnose refrigeration, combustion, and electrical faults commonly found in HVAC equipment. Prerequisites: CEC 205 HVAC Fundamentals, CEC 210 EPA 608

The students will apply knowledge previously learned in HVAC Fundamentals to ice machines, refrigerators and commercial coolers. Students will learn the function of the specialized electrical circuits and how to service and repair these systems.

In this course, students will learn about Heat Pumps and Variable Refrigerant flow (VRF) systems. They will gain an understanding of how these systems function, proper installation considerations, how to maintain and troubleshoot heat pump and VRF systems.

This course will introduce students to the commercial applications of various HVAC systems. A strong foundation in refrigeration theory is required as well as a comprehensive understanding of system airflow and electrical fundamentals. Students who complete this course will be skilled in reading advanced electrical schematics and be able to describe the function and application of various commercial systems and components including Direct Digital Control systems and frequency drives.

This course continues the introduction to Commercial HVAC systems. Students will perform basic maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting on functioning light commercial and commercial equipment. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in on-the-job training (OJT).