Introduction to electrical theory, electrical components, and DC and AC circuits. Solid state devices and their function in a circuit are covered along with circuit analysis, circuit diagrams, and the proper use of basic test equipment.

Laws of physics and principles of chemistry that apply to refrigeration and air conditioning. Also, a study of refrigerators and freezers.

Function, proper use, and safety of sheet metal equipment. Covers pattern drafting and fabrication of ducts and fittings for skill development and for use in projects, including ductwork sizing.

Practical applications of motors and motor starting controls, repair of different HVAC controls and troubleshooting and reading of wiring diagrams to solve system problems.

This lab will provide experience in the operation and troubleshooting of room air conditioners along with the study of the construction, installation, and troubleshooting of residential air conditioning system.

Controlling air within a space using temperature, humidity, and air purification processes, including psychometrics in the cooling of buildings. Study of electrical, mechanical, and thermal devices used in residential and commercial buildings, including study of gas heating equipment.

Refrigeration applied to commercial fields, including compressors, condensers, receivers, and evaporators, and application and construction of refrigerant controls, water valves, refrigerant oils, and special equipment.

Reading working drawings and solving residential and commercial construction problems. Communication of technical information mainly through blueprint interpretation and visualization including the study of symbols.

Study of the construction, installation, and service of equipment and controls in light commercial air conditioning, heat pumps, and other applications of refrigeration. Includes the construction, installation, and maintenance of oil and electrical heating systems and the electrical circuits used in light commercial equipment. Covers installation and service of combination heating and cooling systems and the evaluation of complete systems. Procedures and awareness in customer relations, salesmanship, and the elements of successful service business are part of the program.

Refrigeration pipe sizing, installation and soldering for a complete system layout with the necessary calculations. Various aspects of employer-employee relationships and responsibilities.

Exposure to practical information from psychology for use in everyday human relations and to improve communication skills.

Development of both oral and written communicative skills essential to career areas. Includes business letters, job applications, and analyzing and writing of technical reports.

Development of math skills for success in the industry with major emphasis on problem solving through numerical methods. A scientific calculator serves a major means to this end. Topics include numeration and operations, measurement, number representation, and formulas.

An introduction to basic computer operations using personal computers operating in a Windows environment. Students learn to use the computer to create and edit word processing and spreadsheet documents and use the Internet as a resource for information.

Covers the basic principles needed for effective personal and business finance management, including the practical applications of budgeting, credit, insurance, taxes, along with business overhead, break-even analysis, and return on investment.