HVAC 100 - HVAC Principles

3 Credit: (1 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours:

This course is the cornerstone for all subsequent Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) courses offered at MCC. Students are introduced to terminology, tools, and components used in the industry along with the basics of heat transfer and measurement. The main goal of the course is to establish a solid base of understanding of HVAC design, installation, and service and to familiarize students with our lab and its equipment. Safety is strongly emphasized. Expect to evenly divide your time between the classroom and the lab. HVAC principles are based on North American Technician Excellence (NATE) standards for workforce readiness.
OFFERED: fall semesters

Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
Goal 1: Demonstrate basic knowledge of HVAC.

Understand HVAC terminology.
Select appropriate tools for HVAC jobs.
Execute heat transfer measurement.

Goal 2: Apply basic knowledge of HVAC principles.

Examine HVAC system design.
Select basic installation processes for HVAC systems.
Identify basic service requirements for HVAC systems.

Goal 3: Apply appropriate modern industrial safety standards.