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HART 1273   Air Conditioning Control Principles (2)
This is a local need course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 2283.
Prerequisite: None.
A basic study of electrical, pressure, and temperature controls including motor starting devices, operating relays, and troubleshooting safety controls and devices. Emphasis on use of wiring diagrams to analyze high and low voltage circuits. A review of Ohm's law as applied to A/C controls and circuits. Required. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 1291   Special Topics in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technologies/Technicians (2)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)

HART 1292   Special Topics in Energy Management and Systems Technology/Technician (2)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)

HART 1368   Practicum (Or Field Experience) - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Technologies/Technicians (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1402, HART 1403, and HART 1407.
Practical general training and experiences in the workplace. The college with the employer develops and documents an individualized plan for the student. The plan relates the workplace training and experiences to the student’s general and technical course of study. The guided external experiences may be paid or unpaid. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)

HART 1374   Refrigeration Principles (3)
This is a local need course number.
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to the refrigeration cycle, basic thermodynamics, heat transfer, temperature/pressure relationship, safety, refrigeration containment, and refrigeration components. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab)

HART 1376   A/C Control Principles (3)
This is a local need course number.
Prerequisite: None.
A basic study of electrical, pressure, and temperature controls including motor starting devices, operating relays, and troubleshooting safety controls and devices. Emphasis on use of wiring diagrams to analyze high and low voltage circuits. A review of Ohm's law as applied to A/C controls and circuits. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 1380   Cooperative Education - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Technologies/Technicians (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1402, HART 1403, and HART 1407.
Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)

HART 1403   A/C Control Principles (4)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HVAC 1671.
Prerequisite: CETT 1402.
A basic study of electrical, pressure, and temperature controls including motor starting devices, operating relays, and troubleshooting safety controls and devices. Emphasis on use of wiring diagrams to analyze high and low voltage circuits. A review of Ohms law as applied to A/C controls and circuits. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 1407   Refrigeration Principles (4)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HVAC 1670.
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to the refrigeration cycle, basic thermodynamics, heat transfer, temperature/pressure relationship, safety, refrigeration containment, and refrigeration components. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 1441   Residential Air Conditioning (4)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HVAC 1672.
Prerequisite: HART 1403, HART 1407 or consent of instructor.
A study of components, applications, and installation of mechanical air conditioning systems including operating conditions, troubleshooting, repair, and charging of air conditioning systems. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 1442   Commercial Refrigeration (4)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HVAC 2374 or HVAC 2380.
Prerequisite: None.
Theory of and practical application in the maintenance of commercial refrigeration; high, medium, and low temperature applications and ice machines. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 1445   Gas And Electric Heating (4)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HVAC 1673.
Prerequisite: HART 1403 or consent of instructor.
A study of the procedures and principles used in servicing heating systems including gas fired and electric furnaces. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 1449   Heat Pumps (4)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HVAC 1673.
Prerequisite: HART 1403, HART 1407 or consent of instructor.
A study of heat pumps, heat pump control circuits, defrost controls, auxiliary heat, air flow, and other topics related to heat pump systems. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 1451   Energy Management (4)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HVAC 2377 or HVAC 2381.
Prerequisite: None.
Basic heat transfer theory; sensible and latent heat loads; building envelope construction; insulin, lighting, and fenestration types; and conducting energy audit procedures. The course develops energy audit recommends based on local utility rates building use, and construction. Laboratory activities include developing energy audit reports, installing energy saving devices, and measuring energy consumption. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 1491   Special Topics in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technologies/Technicians (4)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 1492   Special Topics in Energy Management and Systems Technology/Technician (4)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 1494   Special Topics in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanic and Repairer (4)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 1507   Refrigeration Principles (5)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HVAC 2376 or HVAC 2378.
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to the refrigeration cycle, basic thermodynamics, heat transfer, temperature/pressure relationships, safety, refrigeration containment, and refrigeration components. (4 Lec., 2 Lab.)

HART 2270   Commercial and Industrial Heating Systems (2)
This is a local need course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 2278.
Prerequisite: None.
This course covers the basics of commercial and industrial heating systems. The student will study the basic theory and design of heating systems; methods of installation and the operation of heating equipment; discuss safety requirements when working with heating equipment. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 2271   Commercial Air Conditioning (2)
This is a local need course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 2279.
Prerequisite: None.
This course is the study of Air Conditioning Systems with capacities of 25 tons or less. Topics include: safety; HAVC equipment; basic design and planning; trade tools and equipment; diagnose and troubleshooting. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 2273   Industrial Air Conditioning (2)
This is a local need course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 2280.
Prerequisite: None.
This course studies Air Conditioning Systems 25 Tons and above. Topics include safety for 25 ton and above systems; HAVC equipment; basic design and planning; trade tools and equipment; diagnose and troubleshooting. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 2274   Commercial and Industrial Pneumatic Controls (2)
This is a local need course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 2277.
Prerequisite: None.
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the design, installation and operation of pneumatic control systems used in commercial and industrial buildings. The student will study system safety and design than apply methods used during installation, start-up, testing, and balancing mechanical systems. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 2368   Practicum (or Field Experience) - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Technologies/Technicians (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1402, HART 1403, and HART 1407.
Practical general training and experiences in the workplace. The college with the employer develops and documents an individualized plan for the student. The plan relates the workplace training and experiences to the student’s general and technical course of study. The guided external experiences may be paid or unpaid. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)

HART 2376   Troubleshooting (3)
This is a local need course number.
Prerequisite: None.
An advance course in application of troubleshooting principles and use of test instruments to diagnose air conditioning and refrigeration components and system problems including conducting performance test. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 2377   Commercial Air Conditioning (3)
This is a local need course number.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of components, applications, and installation of air conditioning systems with capacities of 25 tons or less. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 2378   Air Conditioning Systems Design (3)
This is a local need course number.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the properties of air and results of cooling, heating, humidifying or dehumidifying; heat gain and heat loss calculations including equipment selection and balancing the air system. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 2380   Cooperative Education - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Technologies/Technicians (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HVAC 7371.
Prerequisite: CETT 1402, HART 1403, and HART 1407.
Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)

HART 2431   Advanced Electricity (4)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
Advanced electrical instruction and skill building in installation and serving of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment including detailed instruction in motors and power distribution and introduction to solid state devices. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 2434   Advanced A/C Controls (4)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HVAC 2379.
Prerequisite: None.
Methods for troubleshooting electrical control devices and control circuits including correctly wiring electrical components. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 2436   Troubleshooting (4)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: HART 1441, HART 1445, HART 1449, or consent of instructor.
An advanced course in application of troubleshooting principles and use of test instruments to diagnose air conditioning and refrigeration components and system problems including conducting performance tests. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 2438   Air Conditioning Installation/Service (4)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1402, HART 1507 or consent of instructor.
A study of air conditioning system installation, refrigerant piping, condensate disposal, and air cleaning equipment with emphasis on service, troubleshooting, performance testing, and repair techniques. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 2441   Commercial Air Conditioning (4)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number HVAC 2375.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of components, applications, and installation of air conditioning systems with capacities of 25 tons or less. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 2443   Industrial Air Conditioning (4)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of components, accessories, applications, and installation of air conditioning systems above 25 tons capacity. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

HART 2445   Air Conditioning Systems Design (4)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: Advanced standing, or consent of instructor.
A study of the properties of air and results of cooling, heating, humidifying or dehumidifying; heat gain and heat loss calculations including equipment selection and balancing the air system. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.

WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.

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