| Course Code | Title & Description | Credits | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVA 101 |
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning IIn this course, students will be introduced to the concept of thermodynamics and principles of refrigeration. Major units covered include refrigeration systems, refrigerants, refrigerant tables, contaminants, dryers, moisture in the air, refrigeration components (i.e. compressors, condensers, evaporators, metering device motors and accessories) and... |
(4 Credits) | View Schedule |
| HVA 102 |
HVAC Sheet Metal FabricationIn this course, students receive an introduction to layout, design and fabrication of sheet metal with an emphasis on residential HVAC applications. Topics will include safety, sheet metal tools and equipment, fabricating HVAC duct using patterns and drawings, and installation techniques, standards and good practices. This course was previously off... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| HVA 103 |
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning IIIn this course, students will learn basic electrical theory as applied to heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Students solve electrical problems, construct and troubleshoot series-parallel circuits, identify and troubleshoot electrical components, apply alternating current principles, identify, test and troubleshoot mo... |
(4 Credits) | View Schedule |
| HVA 105 |
Residential and Light Commercial Heating SystemsIn this course, students will build on the heating system skills and knowledge learned in prerequisite courses. Major units covered include HVAC service and preventative maintenance for residential electric, gas, oil or hydronic and heat pump systems. Students will be presented with an overview of indoor air quality, air distribution and installati... |
(4 Credits) | View Schedule |
| HVA 107 |
Residential and Light Commercial Air Conditioning SystemsIn this course, students review basic electrical and refrigeration principles needed for maintaining and troubleshooting equipment. Sequence of operational mechanical and electrical failures is covered for residential and light commercial equipment. This includes logical diagnostic techniques which are simulated on both computer simulators and live... |
(4 Credits) | View Schedule |
| HVA 108 |
Residential HVAC Competency Exams and CodesIn this course, students will learn the relevant codes to residential heating, ventilation and air conditioning. Other topics include residential air conditioning requirements, proper operating conditions and servicing requirements. Students will take a nationally recognized competency exam upon completion of the course. Level I Prerequisite: Acade... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| HVA 201 |
Energy AuditsThis course prepares students to conduct an energy audit on residential, commercial, industrial structures and HVAC systems. Students gain an understanding of the current energy, building, and HVAC standards put out by organizations such as ASHRAE and the U.S. Green Building Council's "LEED" program. Students will also be introduced to topics such ... |
(4 Credits) | View Schedule |
| HVA 202 |
Air System Layout and DesignIn this course, students will be introduced to HVAC duct airflow, industry standard designs, and indoor air quality issues related to health and comfort. Students will learn testing techniques to assess and troubleshoot a variety of duct systems and components. Other topics will include fan sizing and principles, duct design, and duct termination b... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| HVA 203 |
Refrigeration SystemsThis course covers commercial refrigeration systems. This includes system operation, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting. Topics covered include types of commercial refrigeration systems, evaporators, compressors, condensers, expansion devices, defrost, controls and cold storage principles. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writi... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| HVA 205 |
Hydronic SystemsIn this course, students will gain knowledge and skills related to hydronic systems, including steam and hot water boilers. Students will identify major component; students will also analyze and inspect safety and control systems. Students will study the different piping arrays that are used for delivery of heat from a boiler. Electrical wiring of ... |
(4 Credits) | View Schedule |
| HVA 207 |
Commercial Industry Standards with Competency ExamsIn this course, students will learn the relevant codes to commercial heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Other topics include commercial air conditioning and refrigeration installation requirements, proper operating conditions and servicing requirements. Students will have the opportunity to take nationally recognized ... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
Revised on February 1, 2026