Tuesday, February 07, 2012

Academics

 

Air Conditioning Technology

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree and a Certificate of Achievement in Air Conditioning Technology prepare skilled workers to install, service, troubleshoot, and repair residential heating and cooling systems.

For further information please contact Dennis Soukup at (702) 651-4792.

Spring 2012 Schedule of Classes

On-line Registration

 

AC 100 - Technician Certification Review

A lecture course to prepare students for certification exam, devoted to all aspects of EPA regulatory requirements under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act. 5 Credits.

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24828 4001 S 08:00AM to 05:00PM HEND HNA119 SCHNURR 4 Feb 4 Feb
24829 4002 S 08:00AM to 05:00PM HEND HNA119 SCHNURR 14 Apr 14 Apr

 

AC 102 - Introduction to HVAC Electrical Theory and Application

This course covers electrical safety, basic electrical math, elementary circuit diagram reading and drawing, and motor theory. Labs cover: assembly and wiring techniques, and the use of electrical meters. 5 Credits.

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24844 4001 MW 05:10PM to 07:40PM HEND HNA110 BALLARD 23 Jan 18 May
24845 4002 MW 07:50PM to 10:20PM HEND HNA110 PUTMAN 23 Jan 18 May
24846 4003 TTh 05:10PM to 07:40PM HEND HNA110 GRAZZINI 23 Jan 18 May
24847 4004 TTh 07:50PM to 10:20PM HEND HNA110 MANAFI 23 Jan 18 May

 

AC 103 - Introduction to HVAC Mechanical Theory and Application

This course covers mechanical and electrical safety, basic mechanical math and physics, the refrigeration cycle, system components, enthalpy, and psychrometrics. Labs cover: recovery, evacuation, leak testing, charging, and system measurements. 5 Credits.

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24830 4001 MW 05:10PM to 07:40PM HEND HNA119 SCHNURR 23 Jan 18 May
24831 4002 MW 07:50PM to 10:20PM HEND HNA119 HICKS 23 Jan 18 May
24832 4003 TTh 05:10PM to 07:40PM HEND HNA113 DAVIS 23 Jan 18 May
24833 4004 TTh 07:50PM to 10:20PM HEND HNA113 SCHNURR 23 Jan 18 May

 

AC 106 - Residential Gas Heating

Types of gas furnaces, troubleshooting, function of controls, repair of mechanical controls, combustion efficiency tests, piping techniques, proper ventilation and combustion will be covered. Prerequisites: AC 102B, 103B. 5 Credits.

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24849 4001 MW 05:10PM to 07:40PM HEND HNA111 ARMIJO 23 Jan 18 May
24850 4002 TTh 07:50PM to 10:20PM HEND HNA109A RICHNER 23 Jan 18 May

 

AC 110 - Intermediate HVAC Electrical Theory and Application

This course covers intermediate level electrical diagram drawing and interpretation, enthalpy and psychrometrics, and specialized system components for resistance heat HVAC. Labs cover: wiring of various control circuits, and system measurements. Prerequisites: AC 102B, 103B. 5 Credits.

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24851 4001 MWF 08:30AM to 12:00PM HEND HNA110 GREENEIII 23 Jan 16 Mar
33710 4002 MWF 06:00PM to 09:30PM HEND HNA109A GREENEIII 23 Jan 15 Mar
33786 4003 MWF 06:00PM to 09:30PM HEND HNA109A GREENEIII 26 Mar 18 May

 

AC 111 - Heat Pumps

This course covers heat pumps and their operation. It will teach various defrost methods including time temperature, demand, air switch and other defrost controls. Charging methods will be covered which include superheat, weigh-in and dial-a-charge. The course will also include compressor change-out methods and advance wiring. C.O.P., E.E.R., SEER rating and design points of heat pumps are covered. Prerequisite: AC 110B. 5 Credits.

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24841 4001 MWF 08:30AM to 12:00PM HEND HNA110 GREENEIII 26 Mar 18 May
24855 4002 TTh 07:50PM to 10:20PM HEND HNA119 CARROLL 23 Jan 18 May

 

AC 114 - Heat Load and Duct Design

The course will teach heat gain and loss using the J-Manual and worksheets. Students will be taught to do calculations on microcomputers. Also included in this course are the factors affecting system design and design procedures using Manual-D. 5 Credits.

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33716 4001 MW 05:10PM to 07:40PM HEND HNA113 STAFF 23 Jan 18 May

 

AC 115 - Troubleshooting

This course will teach recommended service and diagnostic procedures for air conditioning systems. This will include general troubleshooting procedures for both refrigeration and electrical systems. Prerequisite: AC 111B. 5 Credits.

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24842 4001 TTh 05:10PM to 07:40PM HEND HNA119 NAEGLE 23 Jan 18 May

 

AC 116 - Copper Fundamentals

Silver braising, Oxy-Acetylene equipment, use of copper tubing, swagging, flaring, bending, and proper cutting techniques in air conditioning applications will be covered. 1 Credits.

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24834 4001 F 06:00PM to 09:00PM HEND HNA116 SPEECE 2 Feb 24 Feb
24835 4002 F 06:00PM to 09:00PM HEND HNA116 SPEECE 5 Apr 27 Apr

 

AC 120 - Air Conditioning Duct Work Fabrication

This course covers basic duct work fabrication, as it applies to the Air Conditioning industry. Areas covered include cutting, computing size requirements, plenums and straight fittings. 3 Credits.

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33718 2001 F 06:00PM to 09:00PM CHEY CY1254B PUTMAN 23 Jan 18 May

 

AC 198 - ST Low Pressure Boilers Ctrl

This course prepares students for all necessary operations and boiler preventative maintenance procedures necessary for employment in central plant operations. Subjects to be covered include operation, safety, water treatment, control devices used with hot water boilers, low pressure boilers and power boiler systems. 5 Credits.

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33791 2001 MW 07:50PM to 10:20PM CHEY CY1254B STAFF 23 Jan 18 May

 

AC 198 - ST Gas Heat Pumps I

The student will learn the basics of gas heat pumps. Included will be an introduction to the various products, controls, and equipment. Basic operational theory & application will be explored as well as an intro to installations. R-40, elec. and mech. safety will also be covered. Designed to give the student a good overview of this emerging technology. 5 credits.

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24836 4001 TTh 05:10PM to 07:40PM HEND HNA111 GAYLORD 23 Jan 18 May

 

AC 198 - ST Gas Heat Pumps II

This course is a continuation of Gas Heat Pumps I. During the course, the student will learn how to properly service and maintain Gas Heat Pumps. Included in the course will be the identification of all GHP components, an in-depth look into the engine and refrigeration systems, advanced controller functions and operation, basic troubleshooting of GHP systems, and the maintenance of the systems. Also included will be the replacement of major components. When the student completes this course, they will have a complete understanding and the confidence to accurately and competently perform service on GHP units. 5 Credits.

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33790 4002 TTh 07:50PM to 10:20PM HEND HNA111 GAYLORD 23 Jan 18 May

 

AC 198 - ST Solar Trainer

A look into pairing solar panels and Residential Air Conditioning systems such as the Lennox Sun Source. This workstation introduces students to the basic principles of solar power. It leads them through a series of hands-on activities to install a set of solar panels on a roof system using industry grade materials. Students work with a solar panel mounting system, solar panel roof anchors, electrical wire, storage batteris, power inverter, and solar charge controller, and tie all to a residential electrical service panel. 3 Credits.

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24853 4003 F 06:00PM to 09:00PM HEND HNA110 NAEGLE 23 Jan 18 May

 

AC 198 - ST Prof in HVAC Customer Serv

This course introduces a methodical approach to problem resolution to HVAC service professionals (dispatchers, technicians, owners). It is also designed to contain, qualify and correct various problems with good and bad outcomes. This course instructs students to focus on their communication skills prior to using technical expertise. 1 Credit.

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24852 4005 S 01:00PM to 03:00PM HEND HNA111 SOUKUP 4 Feb 25 Feb

 

AC 202 - Commercial Refrigeration II

Follow-up course to AC 200B - Commercial Refrigeration I. Course covers sequence of operation, application, troubleshooting, repair cleaning and preventive maintenance techniques of various types of ice making equipment including flaked, cubed and crushed ice machines. 5 Credits.

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33721 4001 MW 07:50PM to 10:20PM HEND HNA111 SOUKUP 23 Jan 18 May
33724 4002 S 08:00AM to 01:00PM HEND HNA111 SOUKUP 23 Jan 18 May

 

AC 211 - Transport Refrigeration

This course covers maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of trailer mounted refrigeration systems. Proper refrigerant handling, EPA regulations and certifications are covered and students will be prepared for any required certification processes. Prerequisite: DT 165 or instructor approval. 2 Credits.

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24839 2001 S 08:00AM to 01:00PM CHEY CYS116 VENTURA 31 Mar 5 May

 

AC 295 - Work Experience I

This course is designed to provide practical experience applying the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) theory and techniques gained in other CSN HVAC courses through on-the-job experience while working alongside experienced HVAC technicians. 1-16 Credits.

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24840 4001 TBA SOUKUP 23 Jan 18 May

 

(Posted 6 Nov 2011)
This schedule of classes is accurate at the time of posting, but is subject to change without notice.
Check On-line Registration for current listing of classes.