# Transport Refrigeration/Temperature Control (Certificate of Proficiency (Untranscripted))

Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Diesel Electric Transportation Technology

Source: https://sac.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/34297/34898/36116/34915/35997

Program Code: SAC.DSLTR.CERT

The certificate curriculum in transport refrigeration is designed to prepare students to enter the field as an apprentice or helper service technician. The course work provides training in the service, repair, and troubleshooting techniques of Carrier Transicold and Thermo King truck and trailer refrigeration units. The course work is made up of lecture and lab performances on current production units, covering the refrigeration and electrical systems used to control the unit's operation to maintain the desired product temperature to protect the consumer’s health. Employment opportunities for all individuals exist in this rapidly expanding field.

**Learning Outcome(s):**

1.  Demonstrate proper pre-trip inspection procedures prior to transport refrigeration operation.
2.  Describe the maintenance schedule of a basic and hybrid transportation refrigeration unit.
3.  Explain refrigeration units cycles and service procedures.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | | 13.5 |
| DETT 161 | Electrical/Electronic Systems | 5 |
| DETT 165 | Diesel-Electric Transport Refrigeration | 5 |
| DETT 171 | Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning | 3.5 |
| **Total** | | **13.5** |