Program Description
The Air Conditioning Technology Diploma program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the air conditioning industry. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of air conditioning theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an Air Conditioning Technology diploma and have the qualification of an air conditioning technician.
Career Information
Occupation
Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
Career Projections
The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 13.2% nationally and 15.2% in the State of Georgia over the next several years. Estimated salaries in this field start at $35,000 a year.
Labor market data was compiled using Economic Modeling Specialists, international and is updated annually.
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Admission Requirements
General College Admissions Requirements
Program Contact Information
Norman Johnson
Chair, Air Conditioning and Welding
404-225-4513
Office: Academic Building C2207D
njohnson@atlantatech.edu
Cedrick Haney
Air Conditioning Instructor
Office: Academic Building C2200
404-225-4512
chaney@atlantatech.edu
Program Length and Cost
Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 1 term
Credit Hours: 12
Estimated Program Cost: $3,170
Required Courses
Occupational Courses - (12 Credits)
| AIRC 1010 | Refrigeration Principles and Practices | 4 |
| AIRC 1030 | HVACR Electrical Fundamentals | 4 |
| AIRC 1060 | Air Conditioning Systems Application and Installation | 4 |
Total Credit Hours: 12
Program Outcomes
1. Graduates will be able to apply principles and practices to HVACR systems.
2. Graduates will be able to install HVACR systems.
3. Graduates will be able to troubleshoot, service, maintain and repair electrical components and systems.