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May 14, 2026
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2026-2027 Catalog
HVACR Technology, AAS (3747)
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CIP: 470201
Program Description
The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) degree is designed for entry-level students pursuing careers in the HVACR industries, as well as experienced technicians in need of upgrade training. The program focuses on the basic operating principles of commercial and industrial HVACR systems. These principles are presented through lecture and laboratory exercises in a step-by-step fashion by addressing refergeration, heating, distribution, filtration, and control as individual subsystems. This program prepares students to enter the HVACR industry as apprentices with knowledge of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. A certification exam is offered for the EPA Section 608 Technician Certification and WV HVAC license.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Explain the refrigeration cycle and system operation principles
- Apply electrical and mechanical concepts to HVAC components
- Service and maintain standard HVAC systems
- Test and verify refrigerant systems
- Evaluate ventilation, refrigeration, and climate control performance against standards
- Troubleshoot HVAC and refrigeration systems to meet EPA 608 and industry requirements
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Program Requirements
PROGRAM NOTES: - Associate-level programs require a minimum of 60 hours of credit. When programs allow flexible electives, it is the responsibility of the student to select an appropriate combination of electives to meet the minimum credit hour requirement for the program.
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