Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Associate of Science Air Conditioning and Refrigeration · El Camino College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Design and Applied Technology Division www.elcamino.edu/academics/divisions/design-and-applied-technology/
The air conditioning and refrigeration program prepares students for employment in the field and provides upgrade opportunities for currently employed personnel. By completing the degree or certificate requirements, the student will gain proficiency in service, troubleshooting, installation, and energy efficient operation of residential, commercial and industrial heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and control systems. Students will learn to read wiring diagram, diagnose control circuits, operate test equipment, and service pneumatic, electric and electronic controls. Competencies will be assessed in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency certificate criteria. Students completing the program may expect to enter industry as an advanced apprentice or entry-level heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and controls technician.
At least 50 percent of the major requirements for the Associate in Science degree must be completed at El Camino College.
For Gainful Employment program information, please visit www.elcamino.edu/academics/areas-of-study/air-conditioning-and-refrigeration.php
Required Core:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACR 5 | Electrical Applications | 4 |
| ACR 6 | Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Control Systems | 4 |
| ACR 21 | Air Conditioning Fundamentals | 4 |
| ACR 23 | Commercial Refrigeration Applications | 4 |
| ACR 25 | Energy Efficient Residential, Commercial and Industrial Air Conditioning | 4 |
| ACR 27 | Heating Technologies | 4 |
| ACR 30 | Electric Controls | 2 |
| ACR 31 | HVAC Electronics | 2 |
| ACR 34 | HVAC Customer Service and Industry Certifications | 1 |
| ACR 61 | Fundamentals of Automation Systems | 3 |
| ACR 62 | Energy Control and Optimization Systems | 4 |
Total Major Units: 36
Recommended Electives:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACR 95 | Cooperative Work Experience Education | 2-4 |
| BUS 115 | Business Mathematics | 3 |
| CIS 13 | Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| CTEC 100 | Building Fundamentals | 4 |
GE Patterns
Complete one of the following:
ECC GE: 24 units
Required for local degrees (AA and AS).
Cal-GETC: 34 units
Required for transfer degrees (AA-T and AS-T).
Electives
As needed to reach a minimum of 60 degree-applicable units.
Minimum Degree Total: 60 units