Air Conditioning Technology
Diploma
Contact Information
Gary Golovan
706-771-4102
Augusta Campus - Building 700

Dalton Thacker
706-771-4103
Augusta Campus - Building 700

Jim Lewis
706-595-0166 ext. 18
Thomson Campus

Entrance Dates: Fall and Spring
Length of Program: Four Quarters
Credit Hours Required for Graduation: 85

Program Description

The Air Conditioning Technology program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the air conditioning industry. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, 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 qualifications of an air conditioning technician. High school graduation or GED is required for graduation from this program.

Employment Opportunities

Since air conditioning has become standard in homes, businesses, and many industries, the need for craftsmen in this field will continue to increase. Many program graduates eventually open their own businesses.

Curriculum Outline Credits
General Core Courses 13
ENG 101 English 5
MAT 101 General Mathematics 5
EMP 100 Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development 3
Occupational Courses 72
ACT 100 Refrigeration Fundamentals 4
ACT 101 Principles and Practices of Refrigeration 7
ACT 102 Refrigeration Systems Components 7
ACT 103 Electrical Fundamentals 7
ACT 104 Electric Motors 4
ACT 105 Electrical Components 5
ACT 106 Electric Control Systems and Installation 4
ACT 107 Air Conditioning Principles 8
ACT 108 Air Conditioning Systems and Installation 3
ACT 109 Troubleshooting Air Conditioning Systems 7
ACT 110 Gas Heating Systems 5
ACT 111 Head Pumps and Related Systems 6
IFC 100 Industrial Safety Procedures 2
SCT 100 Introduction to Microcomputers 3