Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Certificate
Program Overview
The Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Certificate program equips students with the skills needed for entry-level positions in automotive heating and air conditioning repair. The program covers topics such as system diagnosis, electrical troubleshooting, and advanced repair techniques. Graduates may pursue careers as automotive heating/air conditioning technicians, automotive service technicians, HVAC technicians, or climate control technicians.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview: The Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Certificate program strives to equip students with the essential skills necessary for an entry-level position in the field of Automotive Heating/Air Conditioning repair.
Outline:
Content: The Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Certificate program covers the following topics:
- Heating and Air Conditioning Systems
- Refrigerants and Their Properties
- System Diagnosis and Repair
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Climate Control Systems
- Advanced Diagnostics and Repair Techniques Structure: The program consists of a minimum of 6 credits, including:
- ATECH 118 - Heating and Air Conditioning (6 credits)
- One course from the Automotive Leadership Skills series (1 credit) Course Schedule: The program is offered on a space-available basis with instructor's permission. The course schedule is subject to change and may vary depending on the quarter. Modules: The program is divided into the following modules:
- Module 1: Introduction to Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning
- Module 2: Refrigerants and Their Properties
- Module 3: System Diagnosis and Repair
- Module 4: Electrical Troubleshooting
- Module 5: Climate Control Systems
- Module 6: Advanced Diagnostics and Repair Techniques
Careers:
Upon completion of the Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Certificate program, graduates may pursue careers in the following fields:
- Automotive Heating/Air Conditioning Technician
- Automotive Service Technician
- HVAC Technician
- Climate Control Technician