Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Technical Diploma
Starting January 2008

Two-semester, 16-credit program teaches you to service, install and operate high-efficiency air conditioning, refrigeration and heating equipment. Courses provide instruction in all types of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, including room air conditioners, ice cube makers, and display freezer and refrigeration units. The operation, repair and installation of gas and oil-fired heating units also are taught.

Courses taught at ECAM:

HVAC1-301, Refrigeration Servicing 2 (3 credits)
- Complex refrigeration systems are discussed. Students connect various components to make complete refrigeration systems. Other practical work includes adjusting and servicing refrigerant valves and controls, and troubleshooting multiple refrigeration systems.

HVAC1-350, Air Conditioning Principles (2 credits)
- Basic course covers air distribution, heating, filtering, and refrigeration as applied to air conditioning for residential, commercial and industrial applications. Calculating heat gains and the use of a psychometric chart are included.