First Semester

• MATH 128 - College Algebra Credit Hours: 3
• RFAC 110 - Fundamentals of Refrigeration Credit Hours: 3
• RFAC 130 - HVAC Electricity Credit Hours: 3
• RFAC 220 - Fundamentals of Refrig Lab Credit Hours: 3
• General Education: 23WC/23IL  Credit Hours: 3 

Second Semester

• RFAC 140 - Commercial Refrigeration Prin Credit Hours: 3
• RFAC 150 - Air Conditioning Troubleshooting Credit Hours: 3
• RFAC 160 - Air Conditioning Principles Credit Hours: 3
• RFAC 270 - Refrigeration/AC Sys Operation Lab Credit Hours: 3
• General Education Elective: 23MA  or 23UC  or 23WG  by advisement Credit Hours: 3

Third Semester

• PHPF 110 - Plumbing Codes Credit Hours: 2
• PHPF 120 - Plumbing Theory Credit Hours: 3
• PHPF 130 - Plumbing / Drainage Laboratory Credit Hours: 4
• PHPF 140 - Plumbing Blueprint, Drafting Credit Hours: 2
• General Education: 23SS  by advisement Credit Hours: 3
• General Education: 23DV  by advisement Credit Hours: 3 

Fourth Semester

• PHPF 150 - Heating Theory Credit Hours: 3
• PHPF 160 - Heating Laboratory Credit Hours: 3
• PHPF 170 - System Controllers Credit Hours: 2
• PHPF 180 - System Controls Laboratory Credit Hours: 2
• PHPF 190 - Building Energy Requirements Credit Hours: 1
• General Education: 23OC  by advisement Credit Hours: 3 
• General Education: 23NS/23RE  Lab Science course by advisement Credit Hours:3-4 ¹

Minimum Total Credit Hours = 64

Notes:

¹ Students who continue on for a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management must take a General Education Natural Science course with a lab numbered 120 or higher. 

Program Learning Outcomes

A graduate of the Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning AAS program should be able to:

• Understand and apply the International Plumbing Code and New York State Code.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of plumbing materials, tools, and equipment.
• Display the ability to measure, cut, and join steel pipe, copper tubing, plastic and cast-iron soil pipe; demonstrate knowledge of fittings as well as basic fabrication of sheet-metal principles and layout techniques.
• Exhibit basic drafting techniques as they relate to the plumbing, heating, and pipefitting field through the completion of various drawings, such as: piping isometrics, plumbing floor plans, and riser diagrams.
• Install residential hydronic and steam heating systems, and indirect and direct domestic water heaters.
• Design and install warm-air heating systems and the various types of hot-water heating systems for residential and light commercial buildings.
• Correctly and safely wire oil and gas boilers and warm-air heating systems.
• Display an understanding of building energy requirements, and demonstrate the ability to perform residential heat-loss calculations.
• Understand and discuss fundamental refrigeration principles, including trade tools, gas laws, pressure/temperature relationship, heat transfer, refrigerants, compression cycle, compressors, condensers, evaporators, metering devices, refrigeration oils, desiccants and driers, evacuation, and safe handling of refrigerants.
• Demonstrate a hands-on knowledge of the refrigeration system, including skills in servicing, analyzing, problem solving, and pertinent safety practices.
• Understand the basic electricity knowledge necessary to HVAC mechanics.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the equipment and specific topics associated with commercial refrigeration systems.
• Demonstrate knowledge of air-conditioning principles and air-conditioning systems, including room air conditioners, air-conditioning systems, heat pumps, low-voltage thermostats, and hydronics.
• Demonstrate hands-on skills in the installation and servicing of a wide variety of air-conditioning and commercial refrigeration equipment and systems in a safe manner.

SUNY General Education Requirement

Students should be aware that GE requirements vary by degree type. Some majors require additional categories and/or credits. Consult with your academic advisor for program-specific information; for more information, visit: General Education  

General Education Categories and Abbreviations (in alphabetical order): 

Technical Standards for Refrigeration, Air-Conditioning, Plumbing and Heating Programs

The technical standards listed below are intended to inform students of the skills, abilities, and behavioral expectations required in this program. These technical standards reflect performance abilities and characteristics that are necessary to successfully complete the requirements of this program at SUNY Delhi. These standards are not conditions of admission to the program, but persons interested in applying for admission to the program should review this list to develop a better understanding of the skills, abilities, and behavioral expectations necessary to successfully complete the program. The College complies with the requirements and spirit of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; therefore, the College will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations for participants with disabilities who are otherwise qualified.

Thinking skills

General: Apply theories and principles for proper installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of cooling components and systems.

Specific:

• Understand textbooks, handouts, diagrams, and charts.
• Visualize three-dimensional objects.
• Take measurements and do conversions.
• Interpret read-outs on meters, gauges, scales, and other measurement devices.
• Identify names and functions of cooling components.
• Explain operating characteristics of cooling systems.
• Relate concepts of physics, chemistry, and electricity to operations of cooling systems.
• Identify tools and materials.
• Follow safety procedures.
• Inspect and test cooling components and systems.
• Recognize indicators of malfunctions.
• Draw conclusions based on a review of findings.
• Formulate service or repair plan.
• Perform procedures according to proper specifications.

Sensory/Observation skills

General: Use sensory cues to conduct inspections and tests to determine causes of failures, and respond properly.

Specific:

• Interpret read-outs on meters, gauges, and other measuring devices.
• Distinguish identifying colors of wires, knobs, and other objects.
• Recognize and compare shapes and forms of objects.
• Detect and respond to indicators of malfunctions.
• Select appropriate materials, tools, and equipment for maintenance and repairs.

Motor skills

General: Possess sufficient physical strength, flexibility, and dexterity to safely handle electrical and mechanical parts.

Specific:

• Operate necessary tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Remove and replace failed components.
• Position and maneuver in confined spaces to do repairs.
• Work at varying heights.
• Lift and transport equipment and materials as necessary.

Communication skills

General: Communicate effectively to gather and convey information.

Specific:

• Speak, write, and understand English.
• Obtain necessary information from oral and written sources.
• Express information coherently.

Behavioral skills

General: Behave appropriately and safely in a cooperative learning environment.

Specific:

• Fulfill personal and shared responsibilities.
• Work cooperatively with partners and groups.
• Exercise good judgment.
• Follow safety procedures.

Environmental Tolerance

General: Function safely in a refrigeration and air-conditioning lab.

Specific:

Work for prolonged periods exposed to:

• Extreme noise
• Extreme heat
• Sharp tools and materials
• Electrical equipment
• Chemicals and toxins
• Dust and fumes
• Machinery with moving parts
• Slippery or uneven surfaces
• Variations in lighting