Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning - HVAC
8 courses · Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
HVAC B50 Principles of Air Conditioning
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
This course is structured to introduce the student to the concepts of comfort and process air conditioning. The student will become knowledgeable in refrigeration systems applied to various types of air conditioning systems, basic electrical systems, sequence of operation, air distribution, humidity control, and the fundamentals of various types of heating systems. The students will learn from lectures and lab projects where they will be introduced to real-world systems and components.
HVAC B51NC Gas Appliance Technology
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 9 lecture hours, 27 lab hours
This course is a work preparation course designed specifically to prepare students to apply for positions with California utility companies as an entry level gas appliance and meter technician. The curriculum presented is designed for this purpose and provided by SoCal Gas Company. Utility companies prefer recruiting students with HVAC background. Successful students will be issued a certificate of achievement that could potentially lead to employment. Field trips may be required.
HVAC B52 Electricity Applied to HVAC
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
This course introduces students to electron flow theory, magnetism, electrical generation, power distribution, conductors, insulators, fuses, motors, and motor controls applied to air conditioning and refrigerating systems. The students will learn to read, draw, and interpret electrical schematics. This course also includes engagement in lab projects and simulations where students will acquire basic diagnostics and troubleshooting techniques.
HVAC B54 Refrigeration Technology
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
This course introduces students to all aspects of refrigeration technology application and theory. Students will learn thermodynamics, the physics applied to the refrigeration cycle, the function of primary and auxiliary components, typical refrigeration temperatures and pressures, that are all critical to the diagnostics of refrigeration systems. Students will learn safety procedures related to the safe handling of refrigerants. Students also learn codes and standards related to the protection of the environment that is directly applicable to the E.P.A certification that must be acquired by all working technicians.
HVAC B55 Ice Machine Service and Repair
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
This course introduces students to the concepts of ice machine service and repair. Students will learn the proper methods of diagnosing common failures and deficiencies in ice machines, preventative maintenance, and proper methods of cleaning and sanitizing ice machines. The students will also learn the fundamental differences between the various makes of ice machines, and their sequence of operation.
HVAC B56NC Residential Energy Auditing
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 72 lab hours
This course is a work- ready course related to the HVAC industry and is part of the HVAC Energy Auditing and Management Systems program. This course also serves the purpose of preparing students for industry- recognized certification exams in the area of energy management. In this course, the student will acquire knowledge in the concepts of energy auditing including the processes and procedures of measuring and calculating energy loss in basic residential structures. This course is combined with HVAC B-57NC to acquire a certificate of completion for the HVAC Energy Auditing and Management Systems program.
HVAC B57NC Commercial Energy Management Systems
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 72 lab hours
This course is an introductory course related to the HVAC energy management industry and is part of the HVAC Energy Auditing and Management Systems program. Energy management systems are used for controlling lighting systems, HVAC systems, fire & security systems, elevators, escalators, microgrids, and much more in large facilities. This course is combined with HVAC B56NC to acquire a certificate of completion for the HVAC Energy Auditing and Management Systems program. Field trips may be required.
HVAC B60 Industrial Refrigeration Operations
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
This course introduces students to the intricacies of industrial refrigeration the application and theory. Students will learn the properties and use of anhydrous ammonia as a refrigerant, physics applied to the refrigeration cycle, the function of primary and auxiliary components, and application of two-stage compression systems. Students will learn safety procedures related to the safe operation and maintenance of industrial refrigeration systems. Students will also learn codes and standards, OSHA emergency response, Personal Protection Equipment, Ammonia Spills and Clean Up.