HVAC OSA
Program Description: The is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, covering both theoretical concepts and hands-on practical skills. Through coursework and real-world simulations, students will learn to design, install, and maintain HVAC systems, ensuring they are well-prepared for successful careers in the industry. The order, given below, in which the courses are listed, is a suggestion.
Use this Program Map as an advising guide to choose courses with your advisor and track progress toward milestones and completion of the degree program. The map provides students a suggested course sequence to timely program completion.
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER PROGRAM PLAN FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
Plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters
| Semester 1 | Credits | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| HART 1401 Basic Electricity for HVAC | 4 | Principles of electricity as required by HVAC, including proper use of test equipment, electrical circuits, and component theory and operation. |
| CNBT 1210 Basic Construction Safety | 2 | Basic job site construction safety in residential, commercial, and industrial construction. |
| HART 1307 Refrigeration Principles | 3 | An introduction to the refrigeration cycle, heat transfer theory, temperature/pressure relationship, refrigerant handling, refrigeration components, and safety. |
| HART 1341 Residential Air Conditioning | 3 | A study of components, applications, and installation of mechanical air conditioning systems including operating conditions, troubleshooting, repair, and charging of air conditioning systems. |
| Total Program Hrs. | 12 |
Marketable Skills
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Verbal/Written Communication Skills
- Installation Expertise
- Diagnostic Abilities
- Repair and Maintenance
- Energy Efficiency
- HVAC Safety Protocols
- Technology skills
- NCCER Certification(s)
- OSHA 10 Certification
Transfer Information
Blinn College Transfer Resources:
Students transferring should always consult with an advisor or articulation officer from their receiving institution.