Refrigeration, Heating, and Air Conditioning Studies
Diploma Program
This curriculum is designed to provide the student with practical and theoretical knowledge of refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning systems. These technical courses combine classroom theory with practical hands-on training. Related courses are intended to prepare students for professional and technical career opportunities. A diploma is awarded to students who successfully complete all required technical and related courses.
Offered at the following location(s): Georgetown
What You Can Do
In this program, you will gain the knowledge and skills to prepare you for positions such as:
- Heating and air conditioning systems designer/installer
- Residential heating and air conditioning systems service and maintenance contractor
- Commercial refrigeration systems technician
- Heat pump technician
- Manager of energy systems
What You Will Learn
Program Graduate Competencies
The Program Graduate Competencies listed below identify the major learning goals related to your specific program of study and identify the knowledge and skills you will have when you graduate to be successful in your chosen field.
- Discuss professionalism in the workplace that satisfies job requirements including adherence to safety and environmental concerns related to the proper use and handling of refrigerants.
- Introduce the operation of residential and commercial HVAC/R systems and related electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
- Introduce electrical power distribution, high and low voltage controls and the applied electrical theory as it relates to HVAC/R equipment.
- Introduce scientific principles as they relate to HVAC/R equipment.
- Discuss the safe use of tools, instruments, and equipment related to the HVAC/R industry.
Pathway to Graduation
Semester 1
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| First Year Seminar | 1 | |
| HVAC Electricity | 5 | |
| Fundamentals of Refrigeration | 5 | |
| Employee Development Seminar | 2 | |
| Quantitative Reasoning | 3 | |
| Ìý | ||
| Interpersonal Communications and Relations | 3 | |
| Or | ||
| General Psychology | 3 |
Semester 2
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Climate Control | 5 | |
| Residential Heating I | 5 | |
| Composition I | 3 | |
| EPA Seminar and Exam | 1 |
To complete program requirements, you must pass the above courses and earn at least 33 credits. The number of courses and credits required for graduation may be more depending on college readiness and the elective courses offered in your program major (if electives are a part of the program).
RHADIPRAS
Program Map
This program is offered at the Georgetown campus.
Kyle Quillen
Department Chair, Instructor, and Program Advisor
kquille3@dtcc.edu
(302) 259-6450
This program is offered at the Georgetown campus.
This program is offered at the Georgetown campus.