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Air Conditioning Technology, Diploma (ACT2)  Diploma

Campus Locations: Valdosta

The Air Conditioning Technology Diploma program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the air conditioning industry. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of air conditioning theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an Air Conditioning Technology diploma and have the qualification of an air conditioning technician.

This program qualifies for the HOPE Career Grant.

Program Outcomes: Upon completion of the program, graduates will be competent in installing air conditioning and refrigeration systems. They will also excel in providing customer service, inspecting, maintaining, and diagnosing fault conditions in air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Additionally, graduates will have the skills to repair and implement corrective measures for these systems, as well as test and commission air conditioning and refrigeration systems effectively.

Careers: Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers

Length of Program: 4 Terms

Admission Requirements:

Additional Information:

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Curriculum Outline (51 hours)
General Core Courses 8
Math Course 3
MATH 1012

Emphasizes the application of basic mathematical skills used in the solution of occupational and technical problems. Topics include fractions, decimals, percents, ratios and proportions, measurement and conversion, geometric concepts, technical applications, and basic statistics.

3
MATH 1005

This course focuses on the mathematics needed by technical or trade programs. Emphasis is placed on the application of mathematical skills used in solving occupational and technical problems. Topics include basic mathematical skills, measurements and conversions, consumer applications, geometric concepts, technical applications, linear equations, and sinusoidal waves. This course is not regularly offered at Wiregrass but may be awarded through transfer credit.

3
English Course 3
ENGL 1010

Emphasizes the development and improvement of written and oral communication abilities. Topics include analysis of writing, applied grammar and writing skills, editing and proofreading skills, research skills, and oral communication skills. Approved Course Substitution: ENGL 1101

3
ENGL 1005

This course emphasizes the practical knowledge of professional writing. Topics include appropriate professional writing techniques and formats; appropriate methods of communicating with internal and external customers, clients, colleagues, and supervisors in writing, in person, and electronically; and verbal and nonverbal communication. This course is not regularly offered at Wiregrass but may be awarded through transfer credit.

3
Social Science Course 2
EMPL 1000

Emphasizes human relations and professional development in today's rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include human relations skills, job acquisition skills and communication, job retention skills, job advancement skills, and professional image skills.

2
Occupational Courses 43
AIRC 1005

Introduces the basic concepts, theories, and safety regulations and procedures of refrigeration. Topics include an introduction to OSHA, safety, first aid, laws of thermodynamics, pressure and temperature relationships, heat transfer, the refrigerant cycle, refrigerant identification, and types of AC systems.

4
AIRC 1010

Co-requisite(s): AIRC 1005 This course introduces the student to basic refrigeration system principles and practices, and the major component parts of the refrigeration system. Topics include refrigeration tools, piping practices, service valves, leak testing, refrigerant recovery, recycling, and reclamation, evacuation, charging, and safety.

4
AIRC 1020

Co-requisite(s): AIRC 1010 This course provides the student with the skills and knowledge and skills to install, test, and service major components of a refrigeration system. Topics include compressors, condensers, evaporators, metering devices, service procedures, refrigeration systems and safety.

4
AIRC 1030

This course provides an introduction to fundamental electrical concepts and theories as applied to the air conditioning industry. Topics include AC and DC theory, electric meters, electrical diagrams, distribution systems, electrical panels, voltage circuits, code requirements, and safety.

4
AIRC 1040

Co-requisite(s): AIRC 1030 or IDFC 1011 This course provides the student with the skills and knowledge necessary for application and service of electric motors commonly used by the refrigeration and air conditioning industry. Topics include diagnostic techniques, capacitors, installation procedures, types of electric motors, electric motor service, and safety.

4
AIRC 1050

Provides instruction in identifying, installing, and testing commonly used electrical components in an air conditioning system. Topics include: pressure switches, transformers, other commonly used controls, diagnostic techniques, installation procedures, solid state controls, and safety.

4
AIRC 1060

Co-requisite(s): AIRC 1010, AIRC 1030 or IDFC 1011 Provides instruction on the installation and service of residential air conditioning systems. Topics include: installation procedures, split-systems, add-on systems, packaged systems, system wiring, control circuits, and safety.

4
AIRC 1070

Pre-requisite(s): AIRC 1030 or IDFC 1011 This course introduces principles of combustion and service requirements for gas heating systems. Topics include servicing procedures, electrical controls, piping, gas valves, venting, code requirements, principles of combustion, and safety.

4
AIRC 1080

Co-requisite(s): AIRC 1010, AIRC 1030 or IDFC 1011 This course provides instruction on the principles, applications, and operation of a residential heat pump system. Topics include installation and servicing procedures, electrical components, geothermal ground source energy supplies, dual fuel, valves, and troubleshooting techniques.

4
AIRC 1090

Co-requisite(s): AIRC 1010, AIRC 1030 or IDFC 1011 This course provides instruction on the troubleshooting and repair of major components of a residential air conditioning system. Topics include troubleshooting techniques, electrical controls, air flow, the refrigeration cycle, electrical servicing procedures, and safety.

4
XXXX xxxxAdvisor-Guided Occupational Elective (3 hours) 3
Faculty
Timmy Tillery
Advisor

Air Conditioning Technology Instructor
Valdosta Campus

(229) 333-2100 Ext. 2212 | timmy.tillery@wiregrass.edu
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