Air Conditioning Repair Specialist Certificate (ACY1)
This Air Conditioning Repair Specialist Technical Certificate of Credit program is a series of courses designed to prepare students for positions in the maintenance and repair of air conditioning systems. A combination of theory and practical application provide for the necessary skills to support industry requirements.
Employment Opportunities
Program graduates receive an Air Conditioning Repair Specialist Technical Certificate of Credit, which prepares the graduate for an entry-level position in the air conditioning field.
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 Repair Specialist Curriculum
The curriculum for the Air Conditioning Repair Specialist certificate program is designed for the semester system. Entrance dates into the program varies. To graduate, Air Conditioning Repair Specialist certificate-seeking students must earn a minimum of 20 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 450 contact hours and generally takes 2 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
Occupational Courses (20 Credits)
AIRC 1005 and AIRC 1030: “C” or higher grade is required for these courses.
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $2,000
Fees ($370 per semester): $740
Books/Supplies: $400
Course Supply Fees:
- AIRC 1030 HVACR Electrical Fundamentals: $20
- AIRC 1080 Heat Pumps and Related Systems: $20
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)