HVAC and Refrigeration Technical Certificate

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HVAC and Refrigeration Technical Certificate

Certificate

Expected Hours for Certificate

18

Your Skills. Your Future.

What will I learn?

Upon completion of this certificate, students will be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate proper handling, identification, and application of various
refrigerants in a particular system;
2. Demonstrate proper application of electrical theory in commercial and
residential air conditioning and refrigerant systems;
3. Demonstrate troubleshooting techniques of mechanical and electrical within
air conditioning and refrigerant systems;
4. Demonstrate the ability to apply proper load calculations of air conditioning
systems in commercial and residential applications;
5. Demonstrate proper pipe fitting applications in LP and natural gas systems.

What is HVAC and Refrigeration Technical Certificate?

The HVAC and Refrigeration Technical Certificate offers students an array of courses to develop knowledge and technical skills in the field of HVAC and Refrigeration. Topics of study include refrigeration theory, heating theory, mechanical system applications, installations, safety, tools and instruments, and general maintenance practices of recovery evacuation, repair and commissioning. Additional topics include system load design including efficient and balanced designed for ductwork, ventilation, and filtration. Students will explore advanced control systems for HVAC and other mechanical equipment. Students will also explore how modern systems improve efficiency and reliability. 

 

What are my options to pay for this degree?

  • Apply for financial aid at www.FAFSA.gov
  • A student is encouraged to apply early for financial aid. He/she must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the FAFSA Renewal Application as soon as possible after October 1 to ensure that the Financial Aid Office receives the Institutional Student Information Record and other documents prior to the priority deadline. July 1st is the priority deadline for applying for the fall semester and December 1st for the spring semester.

Program Schedule

Fall Semester

EETC

1351

HVAC Electrical Systems

3

METC 1340

HVAC I: Introduction to HVAC/Refrigeration

3

METC 1341 HVAC Systems Design

3

Fall Semester Milestones

FINANCIAL AID ALERT - If you receive aid, the priority deadline to apply or renew your FAFSA and submit any requested documentation could be near. Be sure to check your Cleveland State email daily for deadlines, announcements, and award updates for the academic year. Please see your success coach or enrollment specialist to make sure you are in good standing or if you have any questions.

ADVISING and REGISTRATION - Work with your success coach and/or academic advisor to discuss Spring registration. Remember, advising is key to success!

Spring Semester
ENST 1350 Industrial Safety 3

METC 1342

HVAC II: Refrigeration Applications

3

METC
1344

Commercial Refrigeration Systems

3

METC 1380

Principles of Plumbing

3

Spring Semester Milestones

FINANCIAL AID ALERT - Now is the time to begin thinking about financial aid for next semester. Be sure to check your Cleveland State email daily for deadlines, announcements, and award updates for the upcoming academic year. Please contact your success coach or academic advisor if you have any questions.

ADVISING and REGISTRATION - Work with your success coach and/or academic advisor to discuss Summer and Fall registration. Remember, advising is key to success! If you are planning to transfer to a four-year university, make an appointment with your academic advisor soon. They can assist you with making the right course selections, as well as help you begin the transfer process.

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