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Kelli O'Rourke
Senior Curriculum Analyst
Central/Mother Lode
Fresno City College
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Becky Barabe
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Program Details
HVAC Entrepreneurship
New Program
Environmental Control Technology (HVAC) (094600)
08/12/19
This program provides training in the principles of mechanical refrigeration, residential and commercial system configurations, electrical fundamentals, motors and controls, heating systems, and troubleshooting procedures for maintenance and air conditioning entrepreneurs and freelancers. This certificate prepares students for entrepreneurial ventures within the field of air conditioning.
CB01: Course Department Number | CB02: Course Title | 2015-2016 Annual # Sections | 2015-2016 Annual Enrollment Total | 2016-2017 Annual # Sections | 2016-2017 Annual Enrollment Total |
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AT10 | Technical Computer Applications | 19 | 521 | 23 | 561 |
BA 51 | Business Planning and New Venture Launch | 1 | 16 | 4 | 59 |
BA 52 | Introduction to Entrepreneurship | 4 | 53 | 3 | 51 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
HVAC 50 | HVAC Introduction | 1 | 23 | 2 | 29 |
HVAC 51 | HVAC Comfort Systems | 1 | 27 | 1 | 20 |
HVAC 52 | HVAC System Components | 1 | 22 | 1 | 23 |
HVAC 53 | HVAC Comfort Troubleshooting | 1 | 20 | 2 | 19 |
HVAC 54 | HVAC System Processes | 1 | 20 | 1 | 22 |
HVAC 56 | HVAC System Installation | 1 | 16 | 1 | 14 |
Program Proposal Attributes
- Certificate of Achievement: 16 or greater semester (or 24 or greater quarter) units (C)
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Identify and describe the function of the major and auxiliary refrigeration, electrical and air delivery system components.
2. Interpret HVAC wiring diagrams to be used in the electrical troubleshooting process of related equipment.
3. Explain the combustion process and demonstrate the ability to install, adjust and troubleshoot natural gas furnaces.
4. Analyze refrigerant and electrical readings to diagnose and repair heating and cooling equipment.
5. Mastery of course content sufficient to complete a business plan.
6. Appropriate application of business theory relating to the functions of operations, management, marketing, accounting, technology and finance.
Course Units and Hours
37.5
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Course Report
This program provides training in the principles of mechanical refrigeration, residential and commercial system configurations, electrical fundamentals, motors and controls, heating systems, and troubleshooting procedures for maintenance and air conditioning entrepreneurs and freelancers. This certificate prepares students for entrepreneurial ventures within the field of air conditioning.
Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
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AT 10 | Technical Computer Applications | 3 | Year 1 spring |
BA 51 | Business Planning and New Venture Launch | 1.5 | Year 2 fall |
BA 52 | Introduction to Entrepreneurship | 3 | Year 2 fall |
HVAC 50 | HVAC Introduction | 2 | Year 1 fall |
HVAC 51 | HVAC Comfort Systems | 6.5 | Year 1 fall |
HVAC 52 | HVAC System Components | 6.5 | Year 1 spring |
HVAC 53 | HVAC Comfort Troubleshooting | 6.5 | Year 1 fall |
HVAC 54 | HVAC System Processes | 6.5 | Year 1 spring |
HVAC 56 | HVAC System Installation | 2 | Year 1 fall |
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Submission Details
06/25/19 - 05:24 PM
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