Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology

The Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology program is a center of excellence for teaching alternative energy technicians to install, service, and repair heating, refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Basic heating, refrigeration and air conditioning theory are enhanced with extensive hands-on training in laboratories and on inservice equipment. Comprehensive coverage is given to electrical motors, controls and wiring and systems diagnosis and repairs.

The Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology (HVT) program began contributing to the green economy in 1973 by teaching students to install and maintain high efficiency furnaces, air conditioning units, air source heat pumps, and geothermal ground source heat pumps that save energy in commercial and residential settings. Instruction on alternative energy sources is also included in the program. The HVT program also uses setback thermostats, recycles refrigerant, and reuses equipment components and parts for training.

This program has provided special emphasis in geothermal technology for over 35 years. Geothermal energy production is a $1.5 billion industry, which generates electricity or provides heat for direct applications including aquaculture, crop drying, and district heating or for use in heat pumps to heat and cool buildings. Students use real world geothermal equipment in laboratory classes where they learn to install, maintain, and repair geothermal systems.

Presently, 95% of all main campus buildings operate with geothermal systems to gain energy efficiencies, reduce harmful emissions, save taxpayer dollars, and provide a geothermal learning laboratory.

Graduates may be employed in the installation, maintenance, repair, or sales of residential or commercial HVAC systems or operate their own businesses. Commercial applications may include grocery stores, health care facilities, hotels and resorts, manufacturing operations, educational institutions, and other operations.

The Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology program has two national accreditations: HVAC Excellence and the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).

Enrollment in the Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology program is limited and students are selected for this program on a competitive basis. Contact the Office of Admissions for the specific application requirements and deadline.

It is a graduation requirement that a grade of “C” or better must be maintained in all Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology (HVT) courses.

To view program outcome data, visit https://statetechmo.edu/heating-ventilation-air-conditioning-technology-program-facts/.

Program Mission

The mission of the Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology program is to prepare students with a foundation to install, service, and repair refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning systems.

Program Goals
The goals of the program are to provide the opportunity for students to develop:

• Analytic and problem solving in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC/R) industry.
• Technical knowledge in servicing and repairing heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of the safety standards as related to the HVAC/R field.

Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)

Classification of Instructional Programs - 47.0201

Core Curriculum

			Credit Hours
HVT	130	Fundamentals of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning I	6
HVT	150	Fundamentals of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning II	6
HVT	155	Electrical Fundamentals I	4
HVT	166	Electrical Fundamentals II	4
HVT	241	Sheet Metal Duct Fabrication	4
HVT	251	Residential & Commercial Heating and Cooling I	6
HVT	252	Residential & Commercial Heating and Cooling II	6
HVT	255	Internship	8
HVT	263	Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Motors and Controls	4
HVT	265	Commercial Refrigeration Systems	4
SUB-TOTAL			52

General Education Requirements

Refer to the General Education Requirements and General Education Courses in the College Catalog.

			Credit Hours
General Education Requirements			19
May Not Include:
ASC	104	Human Anatomy and Physiology with Lab I	4
ASC	106	Human Anatomy and Physiology with Lab II	4
NST	101	Network Fundamentals	3
SUB-TOTAL			19

Graduation Requirements

			Credit Hours
COM	125	Job Search Strategies	1
It is a graduation requirement for students to earn a grade of "C" or better in all "Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology (HVT)" courses.
SUB-TOTAL			1

PROGRAM TOTAL

72

Courses

HVT 130: Fundamentals of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning I

This course teaches the theory and practical application of refrigeration and air conditioning. Basic psychrometry, heat transfer and thermodyncamics, and fundamental refrigeration and air conditioning systems are included. The selection and safe handling of tools and materials, forming, fitting, brazing and soldering of tuning are taught. Students are taught to use cleaning solvents, refrigeration oils, and refrigerants. Students can earn certification from HVAC Excellence and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Credit Hours: 6

HVT 150: Fundamentals of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning II

This course teaches the maintenance and service of evaporators, compressors, refrigerant control valves, electrical motors and controls, receivers, and accessories. Students learn skills and proper procedures in the operation, maintenance, servicing, and sizing of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.

Requisites:
Prerequisite HVT 130 minimum grade C
Corequisite HVT 155 minimum grade C

Credit Hours: 6

HVT 155: Electrical Fundamentals I

This course teaches hazards associated with heating and air-conditioning equipment, how electricity is produced, AC and DC circuits, series and parallel circuits, Ohms law, reading and using wiring diagrams, and how to use electrical testing equipment.

Credit Hours: 4

HVT 166: Electrical Fundamentals II

This course teaches how to identify the different ways electricity is produced and the correct way to size and install high voltage wiring for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment. Students will also learn about the individual components of an electric motor and how they operate, and the basic controls used in the HVAC industry. Emphasis will be placed on how to diagnose motors and controls used in the HVAC industry.

Requisite:
Prerequisite HVT 155 minimum grade C

Credit Hours: 4

HVT 241: Sheet Metal Duct Fabrication

This course teaches the sizing, layout, fabrication, and installation of sheet metal duct work in the HVAC trade.

Credit Hours: 4

HVT 251: Residential & Commercial Heating and Cooling I

This course teaches air conditioning, gas furnace, and oil furnace systems and components. Emphasis is placed on developing the ability to install, troubleshoot, and service residential and commercial systems, components, and controls. Equipment selection for various applications is also covered.

Requisite:
Prerequisite HVT 150 minimum grade C

Credit Hours: 6

HVT 252: Residential & Commercial Heating and Cooling II

This course teaches electric furnace, air source heat pump, and geothermal ground source heat pump systems and components. Emphasis is placed on developing the ability to install, troubleshoot, and service residential and commercial systems, components, and controls. Equipment selection for various applications is also covered.

Requisite:
Prerequisite HVT 251 minimum grade C

Credit Hours: 6

HVT 255: Internship

Training is provided by skilled journeymen HVAC technicians under a training agreement.

Requisite:
Prerequisite HVT 150 minimum grade C

Credit Hours: 8

HVT 263: Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Motors and Controls

This course teaches motor and control use in air conditioning and refrigeration systems with emphasis on types, theory, and application. Students learn to design and troubleshoot motor and control circuits.

Requisites:
Prerequisite HVT 155 minimum grade C
and
Prerequisite HVT 166 minimum grade C

Credit Hours: 4

HVT 265: Commercial Refrigeration Systems

This course teaches testing, troubleshooting, and servicing of commercial refrigeration systems.

Requisites:
Prerequisite HVT 251 minimum grade C
and
Prerequisite HVT 263 minimum grade C

Credit Hours: 4