Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology

The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology curriculum provides the basic knowledge to develop skills necessary to work with residential and light commercial systems.

Topics include mechanical refrigeration, heating and cooling theory, electricity, controls, and safety. The diploma program covers air conditioning, furnaces, heat pumps, tools and instruments. In addition, the AAS degree covers residential building codes, residential system sizing, and advanced comfort systems.

Diploma graduates should be able to assist in the startup, preventive maintenance, service, repair, and/or installation of residential and light commercial systems. AAS degree graduates should be able to demonstrate an understanding of system selection and balance and advanced systems.

Admission to Program

Students are encouraged to begin the admissions process early so that there will be time to complete any required pre-admission courses before the start of the annual cohort.

Requirements

• Complete all Southeastern requirements to be admitted as a degree seeking student.
• Meet with the program advisor to discuss requirements, connected careers, andpossible transfer opportunities.