# Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology (Associate in Science)

San Jose City College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology

Source: https://catalog.sjcc.edu/degrees-certificates/air-conditioning-refrigeration-technology/air-conditioning-refrigeration-technology-associate-science/

### Description

This program is designed to develop the appreciation, knowledge, and skills essential for employment in the air conditioning and refrigeration industry. Instruction includes both theory and practical work with refrigeration and air conditioning machinery, electrical equipment, and related mathematics.

A grade of "C" or better is required for each course in the major or area of emphasis. A "P" (Pass) grade is an acceptable grade for courses in the major or area of emphasis if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

### Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

-   Recognize the components that constitute Residential and Commercial Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems. Perform Maintenance and Repair on complex Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems.
-   Demonstrate competence in analyzing, maintaining, servicing and commissioning Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems. Problem solve and troubleshoot complex Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems using analytical and methodical practices.
-   Interpret and process Wiring Diagrams and Pipe Diagrams. Demonstrate proficiency in writing service reports in both hard and soft copy.
-   Demonstrate competence and skill in maintaining energy efficient Air Conditioning and Refrigeration equipment. Recognize and be capable of implementing modern technologies so as to maintain proper and efficient functionality of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems
-   Demonstrate the ability to work as an individual and in groups of all social and economic backgrounds. Demonstrate awareness of Global Warming, Green House Gases Effect and Ozone Depletion as related to use of common Refrigerants.
-   Demonstrate honesty and integrity when dealing with customers and employers. Exercise professional courtesy in the workplace.

### Requirements

#### Major Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Core:** | | 29.5 |
| ↳ AIRC 121 | Air Conditioning Principles |  |
| ↳ AIRC 122 | Refrigeration Principles |  |
| ↳ AIRC 131 | Intermediate Air Conditioning |  |
| ↳ AIRC 132 | Refrigeration Service |  |
| ↳ AIRC 133 | EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Recovery Certification Program |  |
| ↳ AIRC 141 | Hydronics and Air Distribution |  |
| ↳ AIRC 142 | Air Conditioning Control Systems |  |
| ↳ FMT 100 | Introduction to Facilities Maintenance |  |
| **Complete one of the following courses:** | | 2-2.5 |
| ↳ AIRC 145 | Sheet Metal Principles |  |
| ↳ FMT 105 | Introduction to Industrial Electronics and Controls |  |
| ↳ FMT 130 | Management of People in Technical and Building Services Industries |  |
| **Approved Program Electives as needed to reach 60 units:** | | 1.5 |
| **Total Units** | | 31.5-32 |

#### Approved Program Electives

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ↳ AIRC 138 | Work Experience |  |
| ↳ CIS 041 | Introduction to Computer Information Systems |  |
| ↳ CNSTR 102A | Residential Plumbing Systems |  |
| ↳ CNSTR 102B | Residential/Commercial Wiring |  |
| ↳ FMT 104 | Electrical Concepts for Facilities Maintenance Technicians |  |
| ↳ FMT 120 | Low and High Pressure Boilers |  |
| ↳ FMT 122 | Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers |  |
| ↳ FMT 123 | Intermediate Programmable Logic Controllers |  |

#### AS Degree Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Major Requirements** | | 31.5-32 |
| **Approved Program Electives as needed to reach 60 units:** | | 1.5 |
| **General Education Requirements** | | 27 |
| **Complete two courses for the U.S. History, Constitution, and American Ideals Requirement (US-1, US-2, and US-3)** | |  |
| **Total Units** | | **60-60.5** |