Heating And Air Conditioning Technology
Certificate program (Typically finished in two semesters)
The Heating and Air Conditioning Certi cate Program pro- vides training for beginning HVAC technicians and experienced technicians using the most modern equipment and technology. Hands-on learning is strongly emphasized as well as theoretical classroom study. Practical training with various types of heating and air conditioning systems is provided. Gas and oil boilers and furnaces will be introduced. Controls for warm-air, air condition- ing and many types of hydronic systems are covered. Positions available to those completing the program may include work as an entry level service technician, maintenance technician, sales representative, counter person, HVAC installer, or HVAC contractor. This program would also allow a student to continue to pursue an Associate of Applied Science in the HVAC program at Luzerne County Community College.
This program provides the student the opportunity to:
- Understand basic HAC components and system operations through both theoretical and hands on learning.
The graduate of this program is able to:
- Demonstrate properly charging an air conditioning system.
- Demonstrate safe use hand and power tools.
- Install heating and air conditioning systems.
CEL-103 - Basic Construction Wiring, 3 credits
HAC-101 - Basic Heating & Cooling Technology, 4 credits
MAT-103 - Applied Mathematics for Industry, 3 credits
PLH-116 - Mechanical Piping Methods, 4 credits
FIRST YEAR - SECOND SEMESTER
HAC-103 - Warm Air Heating & Air Conditioning Design/Installation, 4 credits
HAC-106 - Controls for HVAC, 4 credits
PLH-105 - Controls for Heating Systems, 4 credits
PLH-122 - Introduction to Hydronic Heating Systems, 4 credits
Total Credits for Degree: 30