Heating Air Cond Tech (HART)
HART 1401
Basic Electricity for HVAC
CRT HRS:4 LEC HRS:3 LAB HRS:4 OTH HRS:0
This course covers 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:4 LEC HRS:3 LAB HRS:4 OTH HRS:0
This course is 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:4 LEC HRS:3 LAB HRS:4 OTH HRS:0
This course covers tools and instruments used in the HVAC industry. It includes proper application, use and care of these tools, and tubing and piping practices.
Prerequisite: None.
HART 1445
Gas and Electrical Heating
CRT HRS:4 LEC HRS:3 LAB HRS:4 OTH HRS:0
This course is the study of the procedures and principles used in servicing heating systems including gas fired furnaces and electric heating systems.
HART 2431
Advanced Electricity for HVAC
CRT HRS:4 LEC HRS:3 LAB HRS:4 OTH HRS:0
This course is 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.
HART 2434
Advanced Air Conditioning Controls
CRT HRS:4 LEC HRS:3 LAB HRS:4 OTH HRS:0
This course is a study in the theory and application of automation controls, electrical control devices, electromechanical controls, and/or pneumatic controls.
Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, HART 1410, HART 1445, HART 2431, HART 2445.
HART 2438
Capstone: Air Conditioning Installation and Startup
CRT HRS:4 LEC HRS:3 LAB HRS:4 OTH HRS:0
This course is the study of air conditioning system installation, refrigerant piping, condensate disposal, and air cleaning equipment with emphasis on startup and performance testing.
Prerequisite: Completion of HART 1401, HART 1407, HART 1410, and completion of or concurrent enrollment in HART 1445, HART 2431, HART 2445.
HART 2441
Commercial Air Conditioning
CRT HRS:4 LEC HRS:3 LAB HRS:4 OTH HRS:0
This is 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 1445, HART 2431, HART 2445.
HART 2442
Commercial Refrigeration
CRT HRS:4 LEC HRS:3 LAB HRS:4 OTH HRS:0
Theory of and practical application in the maintenance of commercial refrigeration; medium and low temperature applications and ice machines are introduced in this course.
HART 2445
Residential Air Conditioning Systems Design
CRT HRS:4 LEC HRS:3 LAB HRS:4 OTH HRS:0
This course is a study of the properties of air and results of cooling, heating, humidifying or dehumidifying; heat gain and heat loss calculations including equipment selection, duct fabrication, and balancing the air system.
HART 2588
Internship - Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maint. Technology/Technician
CRT HRS:5 LEC HRS:0 LAB HRS:0 OTH HRS:15
This course is a work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.
Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, HART 1410, HART 1445, HART 2431, HART 2445, HART 2434, HART 2438, HART 2441, and HART 2442.