CONSTRUCTION EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF NORTH TEXAS
Description of the Program
The HVAC levels one through four are all started in the Fall semester.
NOTE: Semester “A” is the first semester of each level. Semester “B” is the second semester of each level.
* Mandatory EPA Refrigerant Recovery Certification Training & Exam on Saturday, April 22. (Included in Tuition Cost) . Topics such as:
Basic Safety, Introduction to HVAC, Trade Mathematics, Basic Electricity,
Fasteners, Hardware, and Wiring, Basic Copper & Plastic Pipe Practices,
and Soldering & Brazing. Construction Drawings & Specifications, Indoor Air Quality, Energy
Conversation Equuipment, Commercial Airside Systems and Introduction
to Air Distribution Systems.
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College Main Campus, Online=Web Based Course
Commercial HVAC Service I - A
Type of Class: Semester
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: English or Spanish Math & Reading test, OR Applied Construction Math class or ESL class.
NOTE: If the Math/Reading test is taken in Spanish, student must take an ESL test as well.
All testing must be completed no later than Friday January 13, 2023.
The course topics are: Basic Carbon Steel Piping Practices; Introduction to Cooling, Introduction to Heating; Air Distribution Systems; and EPA Training/ Testing.
Note 1: EPA Section 608 Universal Certification is highly recommended to graduate from this program. EPA Exam is offered in Spring only.
Note 2: Graduation Requirement: Students enrolled in HVAC I-B will be required to take the EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Recovery Exams. This EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Recovery class is MANDATORY for all students enrolled in HVAC I-B, unless the student has already received the EPA Core and Type II Certification. Proof of EPA Certification is required.
Course: Applied Construction Math I
OR Course: Applied Construction Math I Spanish
OR Test: TABE Math - English
OR Test: TABE Math - Spanish
OR Test Out: Applied Construction Math
Req Test: TABE Reading - English
OR Test: TABE Reading - Spanish
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Commercial HVAC Service I - B
Type of Class: Semester
19 Sessions/88 Hours
The course topics are Basic Carbon Steel Piping Practices; Introduction to Cooling, Introduction to Heating; Air Distribution Systems; and EPA Training/ Testing.
Course: Commercial HVAC Service I - A
OR Course: Commercial HVAC Service I - A Spanish
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Commercial HVAC Service II - A
Type of Class: Semester
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Commercial HVAC Service I-B
The course topics are: Metering Devises, Compressors, Refrigerants and Oils, Leak Detection, Evacuation, Recovery and Charging, Alternating Current, Sheet Metal Duct Systems, and Fiberglass & Flexible Duct Systems.
Note: EPA Section 608 EPA Core and Type II Certification is pre-requisite for students going into HVAC III-A. If you have not passed this section of the exam, you should register to retake the EPA Exam prior to the completion of HVAC Level II-B.
Course: Commercial HVAC Service I - B
OR Course: Commercial HVAC Service I - B Spanish
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Commercial HVAC Service II - B
Type of Class: Semester
18 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Commercial HVAC Service Level II-A
The course topics are: Chimneys; Vents & Flues; Basic Maintenance; Heat Pumps; Commercial Airside Systems; Air Quality Equipment; and Introduction to Hydronic Systems.
Course: Commercial HVAC Service II - A
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Commercial HVAC Service III - A
Type of Class: Semester
18 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Commercial HVAC Service Level II-B
Commercial HVAC Service III-A - The course topics are Introduction to Hydronic Systems; Commercial Hydronic Systems; Customer Relations; Heat Pumps; Troubleshooting Heat Pumps; and Troubleshooting Cooling.
Note: All students are required to attend one (1) additional class of 4 hour class
Course: Commercial HVAC Service II - B
Req Test: EPA Certification- Core
OR Test: EPA Certification - Universal
Req Test: EPA Certification - Type II
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Commercial HVAC Service III - B
Type of Class: Semester
18 Sessions/80 Hours
The course topics are Troubleshooting Accessories, Retail Refrigeration System, Customer Relations, Air Quality Equipment, Commercial Airside Systems, and Steam Systems.
Course: Commercial HVAC Service III - A
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Commercial HVAC Service IV - A
Type of Class: Semester
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Commercial HVAC III-B
Course topics are: Construction Drawings & Specifications, Air Quality Equipment, Indoor Air Quality, Commercial Airside Systems, System Air Balancing, and Energy Conservation Equipment.
Course: Commercial HVAC Service III - B
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Commercial HVAC Service IV - B
Type of Class: Semester
18 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Commercial HVAC Service Level IV-A
The course topics are: Fundamentals of Crew Leadership; Commercial/Industrial Refrigeration Systems; System Startup and Shutdown; Heating & Cooling System Design; Alternative and Specialized Heating and Cooling Systems.
Course: Commercial HVAC Service IV - A
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