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• HAC 108: Industry Competency Exam Preparation (ICE)

  1.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  This course prepares students to take the Industry Competency Exam (ICE). Prerequisite:    15 HAC credits or departmental permission  
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• HAC 120: HVAC Technical Documentation

  1.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  This is a course in the application of computer programs to acquire and use heating, ventilation,air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC-R) technical information. Students explore computer terminology used in building control systems, accessprofessional society articles, navigate manufacturer and wholesaler websitesand locateparts information and product data specifications. Additional topics include storing, downloading, saving and printing information as well as job searching. This course is graded on a pass/fail basis. Corequisite:    HAC 101 
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• HAC 201: Heating Systems

  5.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  This is a course in the major components of gas, oil, electric and hydronic heating systems as they relate to residential and commercial settings. Emphasis is on control devices, sequence of operation and troubleshooting. Prerequisite:    HAC 101   
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• HAC 202: Air Conditioning Systems

  5.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  This is a course in the design and function of residential and commercial air conditioning equipment. Topics include whole house and window air conditioners, rooftop units, heat pumps, mini-split systems and air purification systems. Students discuss electrical controls, wiring, troubleshootingand thermodynamics. Safe handling and use of refrigerant gases is explored as well asdifferent charging techniques used in the industry. Prerequisite:    HAC 101   
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• HAC 203: Estimating Thermal Loads

  4.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  This is a computer-based course in load calculations for heating and cooling buildings. Students use computer software to model green building performance in an effort to optimize the design of the HVAC system. American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) ventilation standards are considered in reference to building codes. Compliance with ENERGY STAR and LEED certification isdiscussed. Prerequisite:    15 HAC credits or departmental approval.  
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• HAC 204: Duct and Hydronic System Design

  4.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  Green building, ENERGY STAR and LEED building certification standards depend on duct and hydronic system design. In this coursestudents discussIndoor Air Quality (IAQ), duct installation standards, air flow and sizing of ducts as they relate to adequate ventilation, filtration, temperature and humidity control for building performance and comfort. Hydronic system design is included as part of building performance and comfort. Prerequisite:    15 HAC credits or departmental approval.  
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• HAC 221: Circuits and Controls for HVAC 1

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  Green building performance is related to energy usage. HVAC circuits and controls contribute to the efficient use of energy. In this course students explorethe basic application of electric on/off control and electric proportional control before discussingproportional control through the application of pneumatics. Prerequisite:    15 HAC credits or departmental approval.  
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• HAC 222: Pneumatic Controls for HVAC

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  The course includes the setup, adjustment and maintenance of pneumatic control components and systems to assist in green building performance, energy usage and affordability. Pneumatic topics, such as the compressor station, 1-pipe and 2-pipe thermostats, humidistats, single and dual input receiver controllers, relays and final control devices are covered. This equipment is demonstrated in the classroom and includes various manufacturers' devices. Prerequisite:    15 HAC credits or departmental approval.  
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• HAC 224: HVAC Installation

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  This course includes the installation procedures and practices of related components of a furnace and air conditioner installation. Fabrication and installation of black iron pipe, copper tubing, PVC pipe and corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) will be covered along with National Electric Code (NEC) requirements for electrical installations. This course also includes the procedures and practices of fabrication, installation, sealing and duct blower testing of a duct system. Prerequisite:    HAC 201, HAC 202   
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• HAC 225: Planned Maintenance

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  This course focuses on green building performance. ENERGY STAR and LEED building certification standards are reviewed. Planned maintenance (PM) includes the principles, practices and procedures used to complete PM on air conditioners, heat pumps, furnaces and related equipment. PM will ensure the building continues to perform as designed and commissioned. Prerequisite:    HAC 201, HAC 202   
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