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HVAC/R Service Technician Certificate


Engineering, Math and Physical Sciences Division, Room T302, (847) 543-2044

https://www.clcillinois.edu/programs/egrdv/hvacr-engineering-technology
Degree: Certificate
Plan 24RI

The HVAC/R Service Technician Certificate program prepares students for specialization and employment as both residential and commercial HVAC/R equipment technicians. Courses provide exposure to HVAC/R industry and emphasize hands-on service and installation techniques, including soldering, brazing and other methods of joining piping, safety, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting. Students learn to work with refrigerants, use gauges, and electrical test equipment.

Note: Students are required to complete the HVAC/R Installation Technician certificate (24RY) before beginning this certificate.

Tools will be provided for students to perform lab work.


First Semester

14 Credits

CoURSE

Title

Hours

course ^

College Success Seminar

2

course

Basic Refrigeration Systems

4

course

HVAC Electricity I

4

course

HVAC/R Load Calculation

4

Second Semester

14 Credits

CoURSE

Title

Hours

course

EPA Certification Preparation

2

course

Heating I Residential Appliances

4

course

Air Movement and Ventilation

4

course

Heating II Hydronic Heating Systems

4

Total Hours for Certificate

28

CLC 120 is an institutional requirement for graduation.

For more information on recommended courses or program specific advising, contact the Engineering, Math and Physical Sciences division at (847) 543-2044.