| Course Number |
Course TITLE |
contact hours |
Credit hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHR-110 | Introduction to Refrigeration | 8 | 5 |
AHR-110 Introduction to Refrigeration PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces the basic refrigeration process used in mechanical refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Topics include terminology, safety, and identification and function of components; refrigeration cycle; and tools and instrumentation used in mechanical refrigeration systems. Upon completion, students should be able to identify refrigeration systems and components, explain the refrigeration process, and use the tools and instrumentation of the trade. Register for this class |
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| AHR-111 | HVACR Electricity | 4 | 3 |
AHR-111 HVACR Electricity PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces electricity as it applies to HVACR equipment. Emphasis is placed on power sources, interaction of electrical components, wiring of simple circuits, and the use of electrical test equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate good wiring practices and the ability to read simple wiring diagrams. Register for this class |
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| AHR-112 | Heating Technology | 6 | 4 |
AHR-112 Heating Technology PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course covers the fundamentals of heating including oil, gas, and electric heating systems. Topics include safety, tools and instrumentation, system operating characteristics, installation techniques, efficiency testing, electrical power, and control systems. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the basic oil, gas, and electrical heating systems and describe the major components of a heating system. Register for this class |
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| AHR-113 | Comfort Cooling | 6 | 4 |
AHR-113 Comfort Cooling PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • AHR-110, AHR-111This course covers the installation procedures, system operations, and maintenance of residential and light commercial comfort cooling systems. Topics include terminology, component operation, and testing and repair of equipment used to control and produce assured comfort levels. Upon completion, students should be able to use psychrometrics, manufacturer specifications, and test instruments to determine proper system operation. Register for this class |
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| AHR-114 | Heat Pump Technology | 6 | 4 |
AHR-114 Heat Pump Technology PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • Take One: AHR-110 or AHR-113This course covers the principles of air source and water source heat pumps. Emphasis is placed on safety, modes of operation, defrost systems, refrigerant charging, and system performance. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and analyze system performance and perform routine service procedures. Register for this class |
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| AHR-115 | Refrigeration Systems | 4 | 2 |
AHR-115 Refrigeration Systems PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • AHR-110 and AHR-111This course introduces refrigeration systems and applications. Topics include defrost methods, safety and operational control, refrigerant piping, refrigerant recovery and charging, and leak testing. Upon completion, students should be able to assist in installing and testing refrigeration systems and perform simple repairs. Register for this class |
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| AHR-133 | HVAC Servicing | 8 | 4 |
AHR-133 HVAC Servicing PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • AHR-114 and AHR-115The course covers the maintenance and servicing of HVAC equipment. Topics include testing, adjusting, maintaining, and troubleshooting HVAC equipment and record keeping. Upon completion, students should be able to adjust, maintain, and service HVAC equipment. Register for this class |
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| AHR-151 | HVAC Duct Systems I | 4 | 2 |
AHR-151 HVAC Duct Systems I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces the techniques used to lay out and fabricate duct work commonly found in HVAC systems. Emphasis is placed on the skills required to fabricate duct work. Upon completion, students should be able to lay out and fabricate simple duct work. Register for this class |
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| AHR-160 | Refrigerant Certification | 1 | 1 |
AHR-160 Refrigerant Certification PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course covers the requirements for the EPA certification examinations. Topics include small appliances, high pressure systems, and low pressure systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of refrigerants and be prepared for the EPA certification examinations. Register for this class |
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| AHR-213 | HVACR Building Code | 3 | 2 |
AHR-213 HVACR Building Code PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • AHR-133This course covers the North Carolina codes that are applicable to the design and installation of HVACR systems. Topics include current North Carolina codes as applied to HVACR design, service, and installation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the correct usage of North Carolina codes that apply to specific areas of the HVACR trade. Register for this class |
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| ENG-115 | Oral Communication | 3 | 3 |
ENG-115 Oral Communication PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • Take DRE-096This course introduces the basic principles of oral communication in both small group and public settings. Emphasis is placed on the components of the communication process, group decision-making, and public address. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the principles of effective oral communication in small group and public settings. Register for this class |
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| Semester Total | 53 | 34 | |