The Refrigeration Certificate prepares students for the commercial refrigeration branch of the industry. Commercial refrigeration technicians focus on the equipment and skills necessary to serve commercial businesses. Examples include restaurants, hotels, supermarkets, and convenience stores that have ice machines, coolers, chillers, and other types of refrigeration equipment. Students who complete the program will have certifications in physical and environmental safety (OSHA and EPA) as well as knowledge in workplace readiness, refrigeration equipment and diagnosis, and troubleshooting of that equipment. For more information regarding the HVAC Technican Certificate, see the HVAC webpage.
Note:
- This course is a competency-based program and requires a grade of B or better in each course in order to progress to the next course or set of courses.
- 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.
- Competency Based Education (CBE) operates under the MC Student Handbook and the CBE Student Handbook.
Program Student Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
1. Manage Cooling Systems (2,3,5,6)
2. Manage Heating Systems (2,3,5,6)
3. Analyze Airflow and Building Efficiency (2,3,5,6)
4. Create Efficient Systems (2,3,5,6)
5. Distinguish Needs of Workforce Readiness (2,3,4,5,6)
6. Establish Preventative Maintenance Techniques (2,3,5,6)
7. Manage Refrigeration Systems (2,3,5,6)
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