About the Program
CIP 47.0201
The Heating and Air Conditioning program of study is a two-year certificate program comprised of both classroom instruction and laboratory experiments with students receiving training in welding, the laws of refrigeration, the basic refrigeration cycle, the purpose and operation of compressors, condensers, evaporators, metering devices, and oil coolers. The student learns how to troubleshoot, repair, and install all types of domestic and commercial refrigeration and heating systems. Also, he/she learns to estimate heating and cooling loads, to give job estimates, to care for tools and equipment, and to set up a service shop and safety. Students will have the opportunity to earn state/national certifications.
After successfully completing two years, an Associate of Applied Science degree or Certificate can be obtained. Students will also be subject to participation in national certification testing during the progression of the program.
Award
AAS Degree
Certificate of Completion
Certification/Licensure
EPA 608 Certification
ESCO HVAC Excellence Certification
Admission Requirements
Priority given to applicants with ACT composite of 14 or an equivalent placement test score.
Associate of Applied Science
Curriculum
First Semester
| Class | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ACT 1003 | Introduction to Heating, Ventilation, and Air | 3 |
| ACVT 1124 | Basic Compression | 4 |
| ACT 1713 | Electricity for Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration | 3 |
| LLS 1311 | Orientation | 1 |
| Mathematics/Science Elective | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 14 | |
Second Semester
| Class | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ACT 1133 | Brazing and Piping | 3 |
| ACT 1214 | Controls | 4 |
| ACV 1313 | Refrigeration System Components | 3 |
| ENG 1113 | English Composition | 3 |
| Instructor Approved HVAC Elective | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 16 | |
Third Semester
| Class | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ACT 2414 | Air Conditioning I | 4 |
| ACT 2433 | Refrigerant, Retrofit, and Regulations | 3 |
| ACT 2624 | Heat Load and Air Properties | 4 |
| Humanities/Fine Art Elective | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 17 | |
Fourth Semester
| Class | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ACT 2324 | Commercial Refrigeration | 4 |
| ACT 2424 | Air Conditioning II | 4 |
| ACT 2513 | Heating Systems | 3 |
| SPT 1113 | Oral Communications | 3 |
| Instructor Approved HVAC Elective | 1 | |
| Total Hours | 15 | |
Advisors
Robby Reid
HVAC
- 601-276-3727
- rreid@smcc.edu
Program Costs
| Vocational Course Lab Fee | $100/semester |
| 1st Semester Certification Fee | $15 |
| 2nd Semester Certification Fee | $15 |
| 3rd Semester Certification Fee | $15 |
| 4th Semester Certification Fee | $45 |
Tool Kits
Recommended First Year Tool List
- Digital Multimeter (Fieldpiece SC260 is a good starter)
- 9 in one tool (I like my Hilmor)
- Thermostat Screw Driver
- Side Cutters
- Needle Nose Plyers, (Harbor freight has a good set for not much)
- Wire Strippers (needs to be able to strip 18 gauge solid)
- Adjustable Wrench (Crescent Wrench)
- Lineman Plyers (8” or 9” will give better leverage, used mainly to cut
larger wire) - Tool Bag or Tool Backpack
Optional
- Cordless impact/drill with ¼” and 5/16” nut driver and drill bit set
- Manifold Gauge set with low-loss fittings designed for R410A Refrigerant
