Air Conditioning Technology Diploma (ACT2)
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 qualifications of an air conditioning technician.
Employment Opportunities
The Air Conditioning Technology program is intended to produce graduates who are prepared for employment as air conditioning technicians.
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 16 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
| Test |
Reading |
Writing |
Numerical |
Algebra |
| Accuplacer |
55 |
60 |
34 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
224 |
236 |
229 |
NA |
| Compass |
70 |
32 |
26 |
NA |
| SAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| SAT |
270 |
280 |
310 |
NA |
| ACT |
14 |
13 |
14 |
NA |
| ASSET |
37 |
38 |
32 |
NA |
| PSAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| GED |
NA |
145 |
145 |
NA |
| TABE |
461 |
NA |
442 |
NA |
Air Conditioning Technology Diploma Curriculum
The curriculum for the Air Conditioning Technology diploma program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program fall and spring semesters. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 51 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 1095 contact hours and generally takes 4 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
Basic Skills Courses (8 Credits)
MATH 1012: “C” or higher grade is required for this course.
Occupational Courses (43 Credits)
| AIRC 1005 | Refrigeration Fundamentals | 4 |
| AIRC 1010 | Refrigeration Principles & Practice | 4 |
| AIRC 1020 | Refrigeration System Components | 4 |
| AIRC 1030 | HVACR Electrical Fundamentals | 4 |
| AIRC 1040 | HVACR Electrical Motors | 4 |
| AIRC 1050 | HVACR Electrical Components & Control | 4 |
| AIRC 1060 | Air Conditioning System Application & Installation | 4 |
| AIRC 1070 | Gas Heat | 4 |
| AIRC 1080 | Heat Pumps and Related Systems | 4 |
| AIRC 1090 | Troubleshooting Air Conditioning Systems | 4 |
| | Occupationally Related Elective | 3 |
AIRC 1005, AIRC 1010 and AIRC 1030: “C” or higher grade is required for these courses.
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $5,100
Fees ($385 per semester): $1,540
Books/Supplies: $900
Course Supply Fees: Air Conditioning Technology (click to find individual course fees)
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)