ACT3 Air Conditioning Technology, Associate of Applied Science Degree
Offered at the Griffin Campus
| Program Entrance Term: |
Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Minimum Length of Program: |
4 terms |
| Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: |
66 |
Program Description
The Air Conditioning Technology associate degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the HVACR (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) industry. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of theory and practical applications necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an Air Conditioning Technology Program associate degree that qualifies them as entry-level technicians.
Admission Requirements
- Submit completed application and application fee
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript with test scores and ALL post-secondary transcripts in an official sealed envelope
- Meet assessment requirements
Additional Costs
Approximate additional costs other than tuition, fees, and textbooks
| Tools |
$500 and up |
| Equipment/supplies |
$70 and up |
Other required expenses for industry exams
| EPA 608 Certification |
$25 (Must be achieved before or during AIRC 1060) |
| HVAC Excellence competency/work ready/exit exam (AIRC 1030) in HVACR Electrical Fundamentals |
$15 |
| HVAC Excellence competency/work ready/exit exam (AIRC 1050) in HVACR Electrical Components and Controls |
$15 |
The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.
Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.
Contact Us
Julio Pinero
Email: julio.pinero@sctech.edu
Phone: (770) 467-6052
Program Courses
First Term
Natural Sciences/Mathematics elective—Choose one: (Required)
MATH 1100: Course will be accepted when transferred in from another institution with a grade of a C or better but may not be offered at this institution.
Second Term
Social/Behavioral Sciences elective—Choose one: (Required)
Choose One: (Required)
| COLL 1500 | Student Success | 3 |
| OR | |
| COMP 1000 | Introduction to Computer Literacy | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Third Term
Humanities/Fine Arts elective—Choose one: (Required)
Fourth Term
General Core elective: (Required)
Choose one non-repetitive course from Area I, II, III, or IV (see General Education Degree Courses in this catalog)
Required
| AIRC 1090 | Troubleshooting Air Conditioning Systems | 4 |
| Specific Occupational Elective (3) | 3 |
| Specific Occupational Elective (3) | 3 |
Specific Occupational Electives (minimum of 8 Credits required)
| AIRC 2005 | Design and Application of Light Commercial Air Conditioning | 4 |
| AIRC 2010 | Light Commercial Air Conditioning Control Systems | 4 |
| AIRC 2020 | Light Commercial Air Conditioning Systems Operation | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 8 |