HVAC and Refrigeration Technology, AAS (HVRTD)

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The Associate of Applied Science Degree in HVAC and Refrigeration Technology is designed to provide training in residential heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, as well as training in commercial Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and commercial and domestic refrigeration systems. Topics of study include the standards established by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), safety, refrigeration theory, residential HVAC installation, systems troubleshooting and repair, advanced electrical and electronic diagnosis and repair, commercial air management, hydronics, and computerized energy management systems. For more information regarding the HVAC and Refrigeration Technology, AAS, see the HVAC webpage.

The HVAC program is offered on the Bullhead City Campus in Bullhead City and the Lake Havasu City Campus in Lake Havasu City.

Note: For a course to be eligible for transfer, the student must receive a “C” or better. Acceptance of a transfer course is determined by the receiving institution.

General Education Credits: 15-18

Choose courses from the AAS General Education Checklist

Building Trades Requirements: 9

BTR 100 - Blueprint Reading Credits: (3)
BTR 105 - Building Trades Safety Credits: (3)
BTR 121 - Estimating for Residential and Commercial Building Credits: (3)

Business and Entrepreneurship Requirements: 12

BUE 101 - Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship Credits: (3)
BUE 102 - Human Behavior in the Workplace Credits: (3)
BUE 120 - Managing and Supervising Techniques Credits: (3)
BUE 175 - Business Ethics Credits: (3)

Elective Options: 6

Choose six credits from BUS, CIS, or any trades prefix.

Program Requirements: 20

HVA 105 - Fundamentals of Refrigeration Credits: (3)
HVA 110 - EPA Test Prep Credits: (1)
HVA 120 - Residential HVAC Installation Credits: (3)
HVA 130 - Residential HVAC Credits: (3)
HVA 140 - Residential Heating Credits: (2)
HVA 150 - Refrigeration Electrical Troubleshooting Credits: (3)
HVA 210 - Commercial Air Management Credits: (2)
HVA 220 - Commercial and Domestic Refrigeration Credits: (3)

Total Degree Credits: 62-65

Guided Pathway

The following pathway provides recommended courses to complete this program, see the HVAC and Refrigeration Technology, AAS Guided Pathway . A full list of course options is listed on the program of study. It is important to consult an advisor regarding any advising concerns in order to maintain the established program path and/or possible transfer goals.