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Program facts 
Take the first step in your HVAC/R career with this certificate program designed to provide you with the skills necessary to perform preventative maintenance and repairs to residential heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
The six courses in this program emphasize practical application for performing system diagnostics and developing troubleshooting techniques.
This certificate provides a strong introduction to Harper College’s HVAC/R program, which is highly regarded by local employers.
Classes are taught in Harper’s state-of-the-art HVAC/R Open Lab, where you’ll work with more than 70 pieces of commercial and residential equipment.
Credit earned for this program can be applied to Harper’s Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Technology Degree AAS Degree.
This 19 credit-hour certificate program is designed provide students the skills set to perform preventative maintenance and repairs to residential heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Emphasis is placed on practical application to perform system diagnostics and develop troubleshooting techniques.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| ELT 110 | Introductory Electronics | 4 |
| HVA 101 | Refrigeration Fundamentals | 3 |
| HVA 103 | Heating Principles | 3 |
| HVA 105 | Heating and Cooling Controls | 3 |
| HVA 108 | Domestic Refrigeration Appliances | 3 |
| MTH 100 | Applied Math for Technical Careers1 | 3 |
| Total Hours | 19 | |
Students may take MTH 100 or higher.
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For more information about residential HVAC/R training, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700.