Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR), Associate in Science Degree
Banner Code: 1_AS_HVAC
Control Number: 03976
Financial Aid Eligible
The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVACR) option prepares students for employment as heating, ventilating and air conditioning technicians. Students will be trained to install, service and maintain air conditioning/refrigeration equipment in buildings. The program provides a background for more advanced studies in the design and installation of computerized building automation systems.
Refrigeration relates to the cooling of air or liquids, thus providing lower temperatures to preserve food, cool beverages, make ice, and for many other applications. Air conditioning includes space cooling, heating, humidification, dehumidification, air filtration, and ventilation to condition the air and improve air quality. The field of HVACR Technology is vital to our health and security, from the cryogenic (ultra low temperatures) scientific field to the preservation of our food products to the air conditioning of hospitals and institutions.
Complete the Certificate of Achievement and Associate in Science Graduation Requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog.
Program Outcome
Prepare students for entry-level employment as an HVACR Technician and for industry certifications.
Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| CHT A100 | Computer Use in Technology | 3 |
| HVAC A100 | Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Principles | 3 |
| HVAC A101 | Basic Electrical for HVAC-R | 3 |
| HVAC A102 | Refrigeration Service | 3 |
| HVAC A103 | Air Conditioning Service | 3 |
| HVAC A105 | Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Controls | 3 |
| HVAC A110 | Pneumatic Controls | 3 |
| HVAC A140 | Building Automation | 3 |
| Select six units of the following: | 6 | |
| Air Balance | ||
| Non-Residential Applications for HVAC | ||
| Ice Machine Service & Repair | ||
| Total Major Units | 30 | |
| OCC AS General Education 1,2 | up to 21 | |
| Transferable electives as needed to satisfy unit requirements | varies | |
| Total Minimum Degree Units - OCC AS GE | 60 | |
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Some program major units may also meet GE requirements.
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Cal-GETC pattern (up to 34 units) may be substituted.
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
Some courses in this program may be offered once per academic year.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| CHT A100 | Computer Use in Technology | 3 |
| HVAC A100 | Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Principles | 3 |
| HVAC A101 | Basic Electrical for HVAC-R | 3 |
| HVAC A104 |
Air Balance or Non-Residential Applications for HVAC or Ice Machine Service & Repair |
3 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 1A- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| HVAC A140 | Building Automation | 3 |
| HVAC A102 | Refrigeration Service | 3 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 2 - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA 3 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 1 | 3 | |
| Units | 15-16 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| HVAC A110 | Pneumatic Controls | 3 |
| Choose one not already taken above: | 3 | |
| Air Balance or Non-Residential Applications for HVAC or Ice Machine Service & Repair |
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| HVAC A105 | Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Controls | 3 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 1B - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 1 | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| HVAC A103 | Air Conditioning Service | 3 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 5 - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA 4 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA 6 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 1 | 3 | |
| Units | 15-16 | |
| Total Units | 60-62 | |
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VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 DEGREE APPLICABLE UNITS