Sinclair Community College

HVAC Light Commercial & Residential Service (LCHS.S.STC)

27.0 Credit Hours

This program is intended for entry-level students or residential service technicians desiring careers as light commercial HVAC service technicians. This program is a hands-on troubleshooting and service program geared to the light commercial HVAC industry including convenience stores, restaurants, strip malls and any other type of small business concern. Students learn the basics of heating, cooling, distribution and control of these HVAC systems. The hands-on component uses the types of equipment installed in the field.

Program Outcomes

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Describe the operating characteristics of basic HVAC systems.

Apply troubleshooting techniques to solve typical operating and maintenance problems in HVAC systems.

Identify the roles and functions of basic equipment as applied in HVAC systems.

Communicate effectively and demonstrate professional responsibilities.

Curriculum

HVA 1201

Basic HVAC Systems with Cooling

3 credit hours

HVA 1221

Heating Systems

3 credit hours

EET 1120

Introduction to DC & AC Circuits

2 credit hours

CAT 1111

Mechanical Systems Blueprint Reading

1 credit hour

MET 1131

Personal Computer Applications for Engineering Technology

1 credit hour

HVA 1261

HVAC Loads & Distribution for Small Buildings

3 credit hours

HVA 1241

HVAC Installation Techniques & Practices

4 credit hours

HVA 1451

Testing, Adjusting & Balancing in HVAC Systems

3 credit hours

EET 1139

Electrical Machinery

3 credit hours

HVA 1401

HVAC Mechanical & Electrical Troubleshooting

4 credit hours

HVAC Light Commercial & Residential Service (LCHS.S.STC)

27.0 Credit Hours

Program Outcomes

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Describe the operating characteristics of basic HVAC systems.

Apply troubleshooting techniques to solve typical operating and maintenance problems in HVAC systems.

Identify the roles and functions of basic equipment as applied in HVAC systems.

Communicate effectively and demonstrate professional responsibilities.

Curriculum

3 credit hours HVA 1201: Basic HVAC Systems with Cooling

3 credit hours HVA 1221: Heating Systems

2 credit hours EET 1120: Introduction to DC & AC Circuits

1 credit hour CAT 1111: Mechanical Systems Blueprint Reading

1 credit hour MET 1131: Personal Computer Applications for Engineering Technology

3 credit hours HVA 1261: HVAC Loads & Distribution for Small Buildings

4 credit hours HVA 1241: HVAC Installation Techniques & Practices

3 credit hours HVA 1451: Testing, Adjusting & Balancing in HVAC Systems

3 credit hours EET 1139: Electrical Machinery

4 credit hours HVA 1401: HVAC Mechanical & Electrical Troubleshooting

HVA 1201 Basic HVAC Systems with Cooling
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Basic concepts and theory of heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Foundations in the applications of cooling principles in light commercial equipment. Major components include refrigerant flow through equipment, applications of equipment to the refrigeration cycle, heat transfer fundamentals and preparation for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) refrigerant handler's certification exam. Two classroom, two lab hours per week.

HVA 1221 Heating Systems
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Introduction to the basic concepts of all heating systems found in light commercial applications for the experienced and inexperienced in HVAC. A comprehensive presentation of HVAC systems, including rooftop packaged systems, heat pumps, packaged low-pressure boiler systems, and packaged unitary heaters. Includes low-pressure hot water steam generation, including the fundamentals of heat generation in water-based heating systems. Two classroom, two lab hours per week.

EET 1120 Introduction to DC & AC Circuits
Credit Hours: 2.0
Department: Electronics Engineering Tech
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Introduction to direct and alternating current circuits, power, three phase and test equipment. One classroom, two lab hours per week.

CAT 1111 Mechanical Systems Blueprint Reading
Credit Hours: 1.0
Department: Civil Architectural Technology
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Reading blueprints of commercial buildings, emphasizing plumbing, electrical, HVAC and fire protection systems. One half classroom, one and one half lab hours per week.

MET 1131 Personal Computer Applications for Engineering Technology
Credit Hours: 1.0
Department: Mechanical Engineering Tech
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Applied computer tools to solve engineering technology problems, emphasizing the integration of word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software and engineering research skills using the Internet. Applications of an integrated approach to research papers, engineering technology analysis, technical laboratory reports and technical presentations. One-half classroom, one and one-half lab hours per week.

HVA 1261 HVAC Loads & Distribution for Small Buildings
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

A discussion and demonstration of the importance of proper air distribution systems and principles of balanced heat distribution, including design considerations for light commercial applications. Loads will be calculated using commercially available software. Two classroom, two labs hours per week.

HVA 1241 HVAC Installation Techniques & Practices
Credit Hours: 4.0
Department: Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Basic practices required for new installation and replacement of HVAC equipment including an introduction to sheet metal skills, and copper and black pipe plumbing. Hands-on skills and code requirements will be stressed along with good safety practices. Includes installation of a complete residential HVACR system. Note: this course is scheduled to coincide with work on homes for Habitat for Humanity and requires 4-6 Saturday build days off-campus in the local metropolitan area. Two classroom, six lab hours per week.

HVA 1451 Testing, Adjusting & Balancing in HVAC Systems
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Theory and practice of testing, adjusting and balancing air and water in HVAC systems. Includes practices, procedures, data collection and report preparation as may be required by client. Course includes hands-on balancing using currently available equipment. Two classroom, two lab hours per week.

EET 1139 Electrical Machinery
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Electronics Engineering Tech
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Basic principle, theory, operation and characteristics of common D.C. and A. C. machinery. Two classroom, two lab hours per week.

HVA 1401 HVAC Mechanical & Electrical Troubleshooting
Credit Hours: 4.0
Department: Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Diagnostic methods of mechanical, electrical and control system problems in heating and cooling systems. Other topics include common faults and how to avoid repair failures. Three classroom, three lab hours per week.

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