Air Conditioning/Heating/Refrigeration

Associate in Science Trade & Industry · Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog

Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and hands-on learning skills in the air conditioning and refrigeration industry. Applications of theory, principles and techniques will include system components and their interrelated functions, safety, procedures, tools and equipment. Proper testing and evaluation skills to trouble shoot and perform repairs as required. The program also provides retraining and upgrading of skills for maintenance technicians, including EPA certification.

Learning Outcome(s):

  1. Install air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems to achieve the best, most efficient, system operation.
  2. Discuss and demonstrate proper safety techniques when installing air conditioning, refrigeration and heating systems.
CourseTitleUnits
Required Courses25-26
ACR 101Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration: Mechanical3
ACR 102Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration: Electrical3
ACR 103Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration: Heating3
ACR 105Refrigerant Management and Recovery1
ACR 110Advanced Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration3
ACR 111Advanced Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration: Installation3
IT 108Technical Mathematics3
CE 100Cooperative Education3-4
WELD 160Metal Layout for Fabrication3
Total25-26

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