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    This document outlines the curriculum, career opportunities, and requirements for an Air Conditioning/Refrigeration certificate and associate's degree at Long Beach City College. The program prepares students for entry-level positions in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration, and emphasizes developing theory knowledge and hands-on skills to work in the industry. It lists the learning outcomes for students, including being able to identify system components, install and operate equipment, and perform repairs. The certificate requires completion of 40 units of refrigeration courses with a C or better. An associate's degree also requires general education courses and an algebra prerequisite.

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    This document outlines the curriculum, career opportunities, and requirements for an Air Conditioning/Refrigeration certificate and associate's degree at Long Beach City College. The program prepares students for entry-level positions in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration, and emphasizes developing theory knowledge and hands-on skills to work in the industry. It lists the learning outcomes for students, including being able to identify system components, install and operate equipment, and perform repairs. The certificate requires completion of 40 units of refrigeration courses with a C or better. An associate's degree also requires general education courses and an algebra prerequisite.

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    This document outlines the curriculum, career opportunities, and requirements for an Air Conditioning/Refrigeration certificate and associate's degree at Long Beach City College. The program prepares students for entry-level positions in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration, and emphasizes developing theory knowledge and hands-on skills to work in the industry. It lists the learning outcomes for students, including being able to identify system components, install and operate equipment, and perform repairs. The certificate requires completion of 40 units of refrigeration courses with a C or better. An associate's degree also requires general education courses and an algebra prerequisite.

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    This document outlines the curriculum, career opportunities, and requirements for an Air Conditioning/Refrigeration certificate and associate's degree at Long Beach City College. The program prepares students for entry-level positions in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration, and emphasizes developing theory knowledge and hands-on skills to work in the industry. It lists the learning outcomes for students, including being able to identify system components, install and operate equipment, and perform repairs. The certificate requires completion of 40 units of refrigeration courses with a C or better. An associate's degree also requires general education courses and an algebra prerequisite.

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    PUBLISHED: JUNE, 2008

    FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: AS = 2975 C-ACH = 3975

    AIR CONDITIONING/REFRIGERATION
    THEORY & PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
    LONG BEACH CITY COLLEGE
    Curriculum Guide for Academic Year 2008-2009
    Certificate of Achievement and/or Associate in Science
    ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
    For possible updates to this guide please refer to the following website: http://osca.lbcc.edu

    CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
    Students prepare for entry-level positions in air conditioning and refrigeration. The program includes H.V.A.C.R.
    (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) technology for commercial and industrial applications.
    Emphasis will be placed on training an individual to have the theory and manipulative skills that will enable that
    person to be a productive member of the air conditioning and refrigeration industry.

    UPON COMPLETION OF THE AIR CONDITIONING/REFRIGERATION PROGRAM, THE STUDENT WILL BE


    ABLE TO:
    1. Establish vocational objectives based on a thorough knowledge of the various job opportunities and
    general job requirements in the occupational service fields of air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration.
    2. List and identify the elements of an air conditioning system and explain why each is critical to the total
    comfort system.
    3. List and identify the elements of commercial and industrial refrigeration systems and explain the function of
    each part as it relates to the entire unit.
    4. Function safely in a refrigeration air conditioning shop or equipment room without danger to self or others
    while performing assigned tasks.
    5. Locate and repair or replace those elements and components within an air conditioning, refrigeration, or
    heat pump system that are found to be defective or worn beyond repair and return the systems to service.
    6. Install all gauges and test instruments necessary to check the operation of a refrigerating or air conditioning
    system.
    7. Perform those skills necessary to assemble the elements of a commercial and industrial refrigeration or air
    conditioning system.
    8. Operate and maintain a refrigeration or air conditioning system.
    9. Identify and explain the function of components in solar heating and/or cooling systems.

    AIR CONDITIONING THEORY & PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE

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    DEPARTMENTAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS


    None. For more departmental information call (562) 938-3053 or 938-3054.

    Students pursuing an Associate Degree for this field of concentration need to select from specific
    courses in general education disciplines. For a complete listing of courses or disciplines, refer to the
    Associate Degree information section of this guide OR view the guide online at http://osca.lbcc.edu.

    REQUIRED COURSES

    AC/R 211
    AC/R 212
    AC/R 213
    AC/R 214

    UNITS
    Air Conditioning & Refrig. Fundamentals
    Electrical Theory & Component Application
    Psychrometrics, Ducting and Load Calculations
    Troubleshooting Total Comfort Systems

    TOTAL UNITS

    In
    Progress

    Completed
    Grade

    10
    10
    10
    10
    40

    Recommended but not required course:


    FORK 801
    Forklift Safety & Operation

    1
    LEGEND

    This course has a prerequisite; prerequisite courses must be completed with at least a "C" or "CR" grade (see
    catalog or schedule of classes).

    GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
    For CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT:
    This certificate is a one to two year program in occupational/technical areas at Long Beach City College which
    provides training in job skills and employment opportunities. Complete the required units listed above with a
    minimum grade of "C" in each course. Fifty percent (50%) or more of the unit requirements for this field of
    concentration must be completed in residence (credit earned by exam, where applicable, may be included).
    For ASSOCIATE DEGREE:
    The Associate Degree is a two-year college degree awarded by Long Beach City College that includes general
    education courses and a major. In addition to the requirements for the Certificate of Achievement, complete
    the A. A. degree requirements specified in the Catalog. The requirements for general education/proficiency
    and the field of concentration need to be from the same catalog year. This catalog year may be any year
    between the year of initial enrollment to the present, provided continuous enrollment is maintained throughout
    (see the catalog for definition of "continuous enrollment"). Fifty per cent (50%) or more of the unit requirements
    for this field of concentration must be completed in residence (credit earned by exam, where applicable, may be
    included).

    ,REQUIRED for the Communication and Analytical Thinking requirement:


    Mathematics 110 or 110B (First Course in Algebra) OR ELECT 225 (Algebra & Trigonometry for
    Technicians) OR a more advanced level of Mathematics.
    NOTE: To receive a certificate or degree you must submit completed application forms in the Admissions and
    Records Office during your final semester of course work.

    In general, "double-counting" is not allowed. That is, one course may not be used to fulfill both a field of
    concentration requirement and to fulfill a general education requirement.
    Students interested in transferring to a university to continue their study in this field of concentration or
    other majors are strongly advised to consult an LBCC academic counselor and refer to the ASSIST website
    (www.assist.org) for major preparation information. Counselors can clarify the different major and
    admissions requirements at a university. Students may visit the Student Success/Transfer Services Center
    to access further educational resources. To set up an appointment to see a counselor or schedule the
    SOAR Test, call LAC (562) 938-4561 or PCC (562 )938-3920.

    AIR CONDITIONING THEORY & PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE

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