Construction Technology - HVAC/R Option
Career Studies and Workforce Development Division
Degree Type: Associate of Applied Science Degree
Contact: Kimberly Brooks, kbrooks@trcc.edu
Purpose: Career and Technical Education. This option in the Construction Technology program focuses on Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration. The Construction Technology AAS degree prepares students for entry level employment and a foundation for future advancement in the construction industry.
First Year
Fall Semester
| ACAD 101 | Academic Life Strategies | 4 |
| CONS 116 | Construction Print Reading and Layout | 4 |
| HVAC 105 | Safety Heat/AC Refrigeration Profession | 3 |
| HVAC 106 | Basic Electricity Heat/Ref/AC | 3 |
| HVAC 107 | Heating,Ventilation, AC/Refrigeration I | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 17 |
Spring Semester
| HVAC 115 | Heat,Ventilation, AC & Refrigeration II | 3 |
| HVAC 116 | HVAC/R Motors & Controls | 3 |
| HVAC 215 | Residential Heating, AC & Refrigeration | 3 |
| HVAC 216 | Commercial Heating,Ventilation&Cooling | 3 |
| HVAC 217 | Commercial Refrigeration | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Total Credit Hours: 32
Second Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
Total Credit Hours: 31
Please see individual course descriptions for prerequisites, corequisites, and/or other requirements.
Program Outcomes
- Explain how to navigate Commercial and Residential plans and specifications.
- Create construction project cost estimates and schedules as necessary for construction management.
- Demonstrate framing, finishing work, flooring, and layout necessary for entry-level carpentry work.
- Demonstrate layout and installation work necessary for entry-level electrical work.
- Demonstrate entry-level skills in laying out and installing plumbing and HVAC.
- Create detailed Construction plans using CAD and 3D applications.