Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology

Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to:

• Demonstrate proper and safe use of tools.   
• Demonstrate installation and start-up of various HVAC systems.
• Demonstrate proper maintenance procedures for HVAC equipment. 
• Explain mechanical refrigeration, and heating and cooling theory.
• Demonstrate knowledge of electrical theory and an understanding of HVAC controls.
• Perform the process of designing a residential HVAC system.

A.A.S. in Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology (A35100)

Program of Study

# Social/Behavioral Science Electives – ECO 251, PSY 150
! Major Electives – AHR 180, WBL 111

Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Diploma (D35100)

Program of Study

Diploma graduates should be able to assist in the startup, preventive maintenance, service, repair, and/or installation of residential and light commercial systems.

! Major Electives – AHR 180, WBL 111

Basic HVAC Certificate (C35100)

Build the necessary skills and fundamental knowledge to become an entry-level HVAC technician of residential and light industrial systems. Students may also opt to take the Section 608 EPA Certification exam to earn the EPA Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling Certification.

Program of Study

Advanced HVAC Certificate (C35100A)

Upon completion of the Basic HVAC Certificate, or after experience working in the HVAC field, take the courses in the Advanced HVAC Certificate to upgrade your skills and stay current with industry trends. Topics include energy efficiency, system diagnostics, smart home integration, automated HVAC controls, advanced electricity, and air quality issues. Earning the Advanced HVAC Certificate could increase employability and potential earnings.

Program of Study

HVAC System Installation Certificate (C35100B)

Earning the HVAC System Installation Certificate will build the skills and knowledge to install residential and light industrial HVAC systems. Students may opt to take the Section 608 EPA Certification exam to earn the EPA Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling Certification.

Program of Study

HVAC Comfort Advisor Certificate (C35100C)

The HVAC Comfort Advisor Certificate provides you with the basic skills and knowledge to advise clients on the sizing and design of residential and light commercial HVAC systems. Students may opt to take the Section 608 EPA Certification exam to earn the EPA Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling Certification.

Program of Study

# Social/Behavioral Science Electives – ECO 251, PSY 150

Earn College Credit in High School

A CCP pathway for high school juniors and seniors is available for this program. Visit the Career and College Promise page for more information.

The Career and College Promise (CCP) Program provides opportunities for eligible high school students to start college early, where courses can count for dual credit (credit in the high school and college at the same time), all TUITION-FREE! CCP students accelerate completion of college certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees that provide entry-level job skills and/or lead to college transfer credit. 

The AHR 160 Refrigerant Certification course in the degree, diploma, and some certificates may prepare students with basic knowledge of HVAC systems to sit for the Section 608 EPA Certification exam to earn the EPA Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling Certification.

To be eligible to take the Plumbing, Heating Group No. 1, Heating Group No. 2 and/or Heating Group No. 3 Contractor examination(s), an applicant must have 2 years (4,000 hours) on-site full-time experience in the installation, maintenance, service, or repair of plumbing or heating systems related to the category for which license is sought, whether or not license was required for the work performed. However, up to one-half (2,000 hours) (45 quarter hours or 30 semester hours) of the experience requirement may be in academic or technical training directly related to the field of endeavor for which the examination is requested. See NC Licensing for more information.

Out-of-state students seeking to enroll in a program or course leading to professional licensure or certification should contact Melissa Vandemark, Dean of Applied Technologies, to discuss enrollment and professional licensure options available. Students may view the Professional Licensure information page to learn more.