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TSTC Curriculum
Year:
2011
2010
2009
2008
2007
2006
Type:
AAS -- Associate of Applied Science Degree
CC -- Certificate of Completion
MSA -- Marketable Skill Award
Air Conditioning & Refrigeration-Refrigeration Mechanic (CC)
Auto Collision Technology - Auto Body Repair (CC)
Auto Collision Technology - Auto Collision Technician (CC)
Automotive Technology - Automotive Mechanic Certificate (CC)
Automotive Technology - Automotive Technician (CC)
Automotive Technology - Ford Maintenance & Light Repair Certificate (CC)
Aviation Maintenance Technology - Airframe (CC)
Aviation Maintenance Technology - Powerplant (CC)
Building Construction Science Certificate (CC)
Business Management Technology (CC)
Computer Networking & Security Technology - Network Technician (CC)
Computer Systems Management Technology (CC)
Culinary Arts - Food Service Specialist (CC)
Dental Assistant (CC)
Dental Laboratory Technology (CC)
Digital Media Design Technology (CC)
Education and Training (CC)
Game Technology Certificate (CC)
Machining Technology Machinist (CC)
Machining Technology Toolmaker (CC)
Medical Assistant (CC)
Medical Information Specialist/Transcriptionist (CC)
Nurse Assistant (CC)
Telecommunications Technology - Telecommunications Specialist (CC)
Vocational Nursing (CC)
Welding Technology - Combination Welding (CC)
Wind Energy & Turbine Technician (CC)
Wind Energy & Turbine Technology (CC)
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Air Conditioning & Refrigeration-Refrigeration Mechanic
Employment in the field of air conditioning and refrigeration technology is expected to increase as more homes and commercial and industrial facilities are built. Installations of energy-saving heating and air conditioning systems in older homes and buildings will also contribute to an increase in employment. This field offers a wide variety of career opportunities dealing with the technology of refrigeration, air conditioning and heating techniques in homes, work environment, transportation, food preservation and health.
Admissions Requirements
In addition to admissions requirements listed under "Admissions Information," it is recommended that the student have completed two units of high school math and one unit of high school science, preferably physics or chemistry.
Certificate of Completion - 2011
Lec
Lab
Cont
Credit
Semester 1
HART
1310
HVAC Shop Practices and Tools
Tools and instruments used in the HVAC industry. Includes proper application, use and care of these tools, and tubing and piping practices.
2
4
96
3
HART
1401
Basic Electricity for HVAC
Principles of electricity as required by HVAC, including proper use of test equirment, electrical circuits, and component theory and operation.
2
6
128
4
HART
1407
Refrigeration Principles
An introduction to the refrigeration cycle, heat transfer theory, temperature/pressure relationship, refrigerant handling, refrigeration components and safety.
2
6
128
4
HRPO
1311
Human Relations
Practical application of the principles and concepts of the behavioral sciences to interpersonal relationships in the business and industrial environment.
3
0
48
3
Total Hours
9
16
400
14
Semester 2
HART
1300
HVAC Duct Fabrication
Layout and fabrication of HVAC duct systems using common tools and equipment of the trade.
2
4
96
3
HART
1441
Residential Air Conditioning
A study of components, applications, and installation of mechanical air conditioning systems including operating conditions, troubleshooting, repair, and charging of air conditioning systems.
2
6
128
4
MAIR
1449
Refrigerators, Freezers, Window Air Conditioners
Theory, sequence of operation, components and repair, electrical schematics, and troubleshooting electronic components in air conditioning and refrigeration. Emphasis on safety for the electrical, mechanical, and sealed systems. Prerequisites: HART 1401, HART 1407.
2
6
128
4
POFT
1301
Business English
Introduction to a practical application of basic language usage skills with emphasis on fundamentals of writing and editing for business.
2
3
80
3
Total Hours
8
19
432
14
Semester 3
DFTG
1313
Drafting for Specific Occupations
Discussion of theory and practice with drafting methods and the terminology required for non-drafting-majors to prepare working drawings in their occupational fields.
2
3
80
3
HART
1403
Air Conditioning Control Principles
A basic study of HVAC and refrigeration controls; troubleshooting of control components; emphasis on use of wiring diagrams to analyze high and low voltage circuits; a review of Ohm's law as applied to air conditioning controls and circuits.
2
6
128
4
HART
2442
Commercial Refrigeration
Theory and practical application in the maintenance of commercial refrigeration; medium and low temperature applications and ice machines.
2
6
128
4
TECM
1303
Technical Calculations
Specific mathematical calculations required by business and industry. Includes whole numbers, fractions, mixed numbers, decimals, percents, ratios, and proportions. Also covers converting to different units of measure (standard and/or metric).
3
0
48
3
Total Hours
9
15
384
14
Grand Totals
26
50
1216
42
Notes
† Courses articulated with high schools.