HVAC Certificate Level I
Program Description: The is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, covering both theoretical concepts and hands-on practical skills. Through coursework and real-world simulations, students will learn to design, install, and maintain HVAC systems, ensuring they are well-prepared for successful careers in the industry. The order, given below, in which the courses are listed, is a suggestion.
Use this Program Map as an advising guide to choose courses with your advisor and track progress toward milestones and completion of the degree program. The map provides students a suggested course sequence to timely program completion.
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER PROGRAM PLAN FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
Plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters
1st Year
1st Semester
| Prefix | Number | Course Name | Course Type | Weekly Lec Hrs | Weekly Lab Hrs | Ext Hrs | Cont Hrs | Cred Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNBT | 1210 | Basic Construction Safety | WECM (SCH) | 1 | 4 | 0 | 80 | 2 |
| HART | 1401 | Basic Electricity for HVAC | WECM (SCH) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 80 | 4 |
| HART | 1407 | Refrigeration Principles | WECM (SCH) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 80 | 4 |
| HART | 1341 | Residential Air Conditioning | WECM (SCH) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 64 | 3 |
| 1st Semester Totals | 10 | 9 | 0 | 304 | 13 | |||
2nd Semester
| Prefix | Number | Course Name | Course Type | Weekly Lec Hrs | Weekly Lab Hrs | Ext Hrs | Cont Hrs | Cred Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HART | 1345 | Gas and Electric Heating | WECM (SCH) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 64 | 3 |
| HART | 2331 | Advanced Electricity for HVAC | WECM (SCH) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 64 | 3 |
| HART | 2336 | Air Conditioning Troubleshooting | WECM (SCH) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 64 | 3 |
| HART | 1256 | EPA Recovery Certification Preparation | WECM (SCH) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 48 | 2 |
| 2nd Semester Totals | 8 | 7 | 0 | 240 | 11 | |||
| Program Totals | 18 | 16 | 0 | 544 | 24 | |||
Marketable Skills
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Verbal/Written Communication Skills
- Installation Expertise
- Diagnostic Abilities
- Repair and Maintenance
- Energy Efficiency
- HVAC Safety Protocols
- Technology skills
- NCCER Certification(s)
- OSHA 10 Certification
Transfer Information
Blinn College Transfer Resources:
Students transferring should always consult with an advisor or articulation officer from their receiving institution.