Building Energy Systems Professional in HVAC Technology

This program offers the students the opportunity to learn the academic, occupational, communication, and technical training skills needed by entry level technicians in the residential and commercial Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) industry. Students completing this certificate will develop multiple skills that include real-world knowledge of: Air conditioning and refrigeration theory and application, equipment tools, systems and components, duct and envelope testing, fundamentals of motors and capacitors, interpreting electrical diagrams, air supply and delivery, system evacuation and charging, troubleshooting, equipment service and installation, energy conservation, design, and safety. 

Enrollment Completer projects is 45 students annually with a 2-3% growth.

ProgramLearning Objectives:

•      Describe multiple sustainable energy systems and how they are designed to support Zero Net Energy buildings.

•      Identify the requirements for meeting energy code compliance.

•      Demonstrate technical knowledge and skills needed to repair, install, service, and maintain residential and commercialHVAC systems in operating condition.

•      Apply principles of mechanics, electricity, and electronics to the repair of residential commercial HVAC systems.s

ElectiveCourses: ___23___ units

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elective course/General Ed CourseStudents should sequence courses as follows:

First Semester

EST 10

EST 15

EST 20

and 1 elective course/General Ed Course

Second Semester

EST 30

CAT 61

and 2 elective course/General Ed Course

Third Semester 

EST 200

3 elective course/General Ed Course

Fourth/Fifth Semester

Remaining elective course/General Ed Course