Residential and Light Commercial HVAC and Refrigeration
Did you know that commercial buildings consume over 1/3 of the electric energy used in California? Increasing energy efficiency takes hands-on, technical knowledge and electronic and computer-based skills, which you can learn in the Environmental Control Technology (ECT) program. ECT students install, service and operate heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) and building control systems. Well-trained ECT technicians specialize in either residential and light commercial systems, or large, commercial and industrial systems. ECT is a green field, challenging and rapidly changing. In both public and private sectors, current demand for well-trained technicians is a high and rapidly increasing, due to growing market demands in green technology, energy efficiency and sustainability. Laney’s ECT program certificates and degree qualify for immediate employment. Graduate with an Associate of Science (AS) degree, and you will develop communication, advanced math, and science skills which will give you greater opportunities for career advancement in the field.
Associate of Science
| Subject # | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ECT 012 | Blueprint Reading and Interpretation for ECT | 1.5 |
| ECT 013 | Fundamentals of Refrigeration | 4.0 |
| ECT 211 | Mechanical and Electrical Codes | 1.5 |
| ECT 214 | Technical Mathematics for ECT | 3.0 |
First Semester (10 units)
| Subject # | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| E/ET 202 | Fundamentals of Electricity for ECT | 2.0 |
| ECT 017 | Fundamentals of HVAC and Troubleshooting | 3.0 |
| ECT 018 | HVAC Installation Practices | 1.0 |
| WELD 215 | Welding for ECT Technicians | 1.5 |
Second Semester (7.5 units)
| Subject # | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ECT 015 | Advanced Refrigeration & Troubleshooting | 3.0 |
| ECT 028 | Energy Management and Efficiency in Building Systems | 2.0 |
| ECT 021 | Introduction to Direct Digital Controls | 3.0 |
| E/ET 221 | Motors and Drives | 3.0 |
Third Semester (11.0 units)
Description
The Associate of Science for Residential and Light Commercial HVAC & R prepares students to install, service, operate, and maintain HVACR systems in residential and light commercial settings. Environmental Control Technology (ECT) is a technical program offering the theoretical, technical, and problem-solving skills essential for employment in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry. Graduates can seek employment as HVACR technicians in the construction or service divisions.
Career Opportunities
Graduates can seek employment as HVACR technicians or installers in the construction or service divisions.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
1. Explain the theories for refrigeration, air conditioning, and system components effectively in technical language.
2. Demonstrate proper and safe use of chemicals, combustible materials, electricity, high-pressure gases, climbing ladders and lifting heavy objects.
3. Demonstrate critical thinking, interpersonal, writing, and reading skills working with team members and customers.
Certificate of Achievement
| Subject # | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ECT 211 | Mechanical and Electrical Codes | 1.5 |
| ECT 012 | Blueprint Reading and Interpretation for ECT | 1.5 |
| ECT 013 | Fundamentals of Refrigeration | 4.0 |
| ECT 214 | Technical Mathematics for ECT | 3.0 |
First Semester (10 units)
| Subject # | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| E/ET 202 | Fundamentals of Electricity for ECT | 2.0 |
| ECT 017 | Fundamentals of HVAC and Troubleshooting | 3.0 |
| ECT 018 | HVAC Installation Practices | 1.0 |
| WELD 215 | Welding for ECT Technicians | 1.5 |
Second Semester (7.5 units)
Description
The Certificate of Achievement for Residential and Light Commercial HVAC & R prepare students to install, service, operate, and maintain HVACR systems in the residential and light commercial settings. Environmental Control Technology (ECT) is a technical program offering the theoretical, technical, and problem-solving skills essential for employment in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry. Graduates can seek employment as HVACR technicians in the construction or service divisions.
Career Opportunities
HVACR technicians, installers in the construction or service divisions.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate proper and safe use of chemicals, combustible materials, electricity, high-pressure gases, climbing ladders and lifting heavy objects.
- Explain the theories for refrigeration, air conditioning, and system components effectively in technical language.
- Demonstrate critical thinking, interpersonal, writing, and reading skills working with team members and customers.
