# Residential And Light Commercial HVAC & R (A.S. Degree)

Laney College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Environmental Control Technology

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The Associate of Science for Residential and Light Commercial HVAC & R prepare students to install, service, operate, and maintain HVACR systems in the residential and light commercial settings. Environmental Control Technology (ECT) is a technical program offering the theoretical, technical, and problem-solving skills essential for employment in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry. Graduates can seek employment as HVACR technicians in the construction or service divisions.

**Career Opportunities**

Graduates can seek employment as HVACR technicians or installers in the construction or service divisions.

**Program Learning Outcomes**

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

1.  Explain the theories for refrigeration, air conditioning, and system components effectively in technical language.
2.  Demonstrate proper and safe use of chemicals, combustible materials, electricity, high-pressure gases, climbing ladders and lifting heavy objects.
3.  Demonstrate critical thinking, interpersonal, writing, and reading skills working with team members and customers.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **First Semester (10 units):** | | 10 |
| ECT 12 | Blueprint Reading and Interpretation for ECT | 1.5 |
| ECT 13 | Fundamentals of Refrigeration | 4 |
| ECT 211 | Mechanical and Electrical Codes | 1.5 |
| ECT 214 | Technical Mathematics for ECT | 3 |
| **Second Semester (7.25 units):** | | 7.25 |
| WELD 215A | Welding Processes for ECT Technicians: Arc Welding | 0.75 |
| WELD 215B | Brazing and Soldering for ECT Technicians | 0.5 |
| E/ET 202 | Fundamentals of Electricity for ECT | 2 |
| ECT 17 | Fundamentals of HVAC and Troubleshooting | 3 |
| ECT 18 | HVAC Installation Practices | 1 |
| **Third Semester (11 units):** | | 11 |
| ECT 15 | Advanced Refrigeration & Troubleshooting | 3 |
| ECT 28 | Energy Management and Efficiency in Building Systems | 2 |
| ECT 21 | Introduction to Direct Digital Controls | 3 |
| E/ET 221 | Motors and Drives | 3 |
| **Total Major Units:** | | 28.25 |
| **General Education Requirements:** | | 21 |
| **Electives to meet 60 units:** | |  |
| **Total Units:** | | 60 |