Program Learning Outcomes

Outcomes

Demonstrate safe working practices, in the construction industry.

Demonstrate and apply the skills required of an HVAC/R technician such as troubleshoot, installing, repairs, electrical repairs, and soldering techniques in an efficient and safe manner.

Apply the basic principles of energy management

Install HVAC/R equipment and controls, compliant with industry, local, regional and federal standards.

Perform the skills to service and repair HVAC/R equipment in a timely and cost efficient manner.

Perform basic business, employability and customer service skills as related to the HVAC/R industry

Use mathematical skills, proper tools and equipment to perform the work of an HVAC/R technician.

Demonstrate and apply skills required of an HVAC/R technician, including sizing, cutting, assembly of refrigerant piping in an efficient and safe manner.

Apply skills necessary to service and maintain small refrigeration and room air conditioning units.

Use blueprints or design specifications to install or repair HVAC/R systems.

Apply the principles and strategies used for the installation of air conditioning systems, heat pump systems, electric furnace, fossil fuel furnace and system controls.

Complete Industry Competency Exam (ESCO exam).

Diagnose and repair chilled water system components.

Apply the skills to operate a chilled water system.

Recognize components and design principles used on chilled water systems.

Recognize components and applications of refrigeration systems and controls.

Interpret and apply codes, regulations and contract documents

Complete the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 608 Universal certification to handle refrigerant.

Demonstrate safe working practices in the HVAC/R industry.