Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, & Refrigeration Technology
Overview
Our Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology program will prepare you to work in engineering departments or private ï¬rms installing, maintaining, and operating small or medium air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems. The instruction will train you to work in a commercial setting, performing special tasks relating to designing ductwork, assembly, installation, servicing, operation, and maintenance of heating and cooling systems according to industry standards.
You must declare your intent at the time of your enrollment in order to earn an Associate in Applied Science degree in Heating and Air Conditioning Technology.
The Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology program at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ is a smart choice for anyone looking to get into the industry. Climate control systems across the world demand constant maintenance. You may find employment servicing people’s homes, companies’ server farms, or any number of other hundreds of scenarios that demand environmental monitoring.
Quick Facts
- Associate of Applied Science: 60–62 hrs.
- Career Certificate: 30 hrs.
- Technical Certificate: 45 hrs.
- Raymond
- Face-to-Face
Sample Curriculum
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Technical English or English Composition I | 3–4 |
| Public Speaking I or Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
| Mathematics/Science Elective | 3–4 |
| Total Hours | 60–62 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Heating and Air Conditioning Technology | 3 |
| Basic Compression Refrigeration | 4 |
| Brazing and Piping | 3 |
| Controls | 4 |
| Refrigeration System Components | 3 |
| Electricity for HVACR | 3 |
| Air Conditioning I | 4 |
| Refrigerant, Retrofit, and Regulations | 3 |
| Heating Systems | 3 |
| Total Hours | 30 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Commercial Refrigeration | 4 |
| Air Conditioning II | 4 |
| Heat Load and Air Properties | 4 |
| Technical Electives | 3 |
| Total Hours | 45 |
The degree plan provides the courses recommended for students seeking to transfer in this area of study. Students should consult the for specific course requirements at specific Mississippi universities. Students can also use .