60A Construction Systems-Introduction to
HVAC I - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units
(Grade Only)
Advisory: English 48 and English 49 and Mathematics
46, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or
Assessment Skill Levels R5, W5 and M40.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with previous credit for Heating, Ventilation,
Air Conditioning Apprenticeship (HVAC) 301.
In this course, trade mathematics and drawings, the
tools of the trade, blueprint terminology and basic
rigging equipment and procedures as applicable to
HVAC are covered. This course is designed to give the
construction HVAC student an understanding of
copper and plastic piping practices. (FT) AA/AS.
60B Construction Systems-Introduction to HVAC II -
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units
(Grade Only)
Prerequisite: Construction Systems 60A with a grade of
"C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with previous credit for Heating, Ventilation,
Air Conditioning Apprenticeship (HVAC) 302.
This course introduces the construction HVAC trainee
to the basic concepts and environmental concerns
related to heating, ventilation and air conditioning,
including: soldering, brazing, ferrous metal piping
practices, basic electricity, heating and cooling. This
course also describes the HVAC program and the
career opportunities available in the HVAC trade. (FT) AA/AS.
61A Construction Systems-Intermediate
HVAC I -
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units
(Grade Only)
Prerequisite: Construction Systems 60B with a grade of
"C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with previous credit for Heating, Ventilation,
Air Conditioning Apprenticeship (HVAC) 303.
This course instructs the HVAC trainee in the
properties of air, and covers chimneys, flues and vents.
Students are introduced to basic mechanical
procedures commonly performed in HVAC service
work, such as the operation, installation and servicing
of electric furnaces. This course also introduces the
student to alternating current and electronic
components and circuits used in HVAC systems. (FT) AA/AS.
61B Construction Systems-Intermediate
HVAC II - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units
(Grade Only)
Prerequisite: Construction Systems 61A with a grade of
"C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with previous credit for Heating, Ventilation,
Air Conditioning Apprenticeship (HVAC) 304.
This course instructs the HVAC trainee in HVAC
controls and metering devices and introduces the
trainee to control circuit analysis. This course also
covers compressors and heat pumps and instructs the
student in leak detection, evacuation, recovery and
charging service procedures used to troubleshoot,
repair and/ or maintain proper operation of the
mechanical refrigeration system. (FT) AA/AS.
62A Construction Systems-Advanced HVAC I - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units
(Grade Only)
Prerequisite: Construction Systems 61B with a grade of
"C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with previous credit for Heating, Ventilation,
Air Conditioning Apprenticeship (HVAC) 305.
This course instructs the HVAC trainee in preventive
maintenance and provides an introduction to
troubleshooting applying to all types of HVAC
equipment. This course also covers troubleshooting
electronic controls, gas heating, electric heating and
oil heating. (FT) AA/AS.
62B Construction Systems-Advanced HVAC II - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units
(Grade Only)
Prerequisite: Construction Systems 62A with a grade of
"C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with previous credit for Heating, Ventilation,
Air Conditioning Apprenticeship (HVAC) 306.
This course instructs the HVAC trainee in
troubleshooting cooling, accessories, heat pumps and
commercial heating and cooling systems. This course also covers water and air balance, steam systems and
customer relations. (FT) AA/AS.
63A Construction Systems-HVAC Specialties I - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units
(Grade Only)
Prerequisite: Construction Systems 62B with a grade of
"C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with previous credit for Heating, Ventilation,
Air Conditioning Apprenticeship (HVAC) 307.
This course covers advanced blueprint reading and
specifications as they relate to HVAC, indoor air quality
and energy conservation equipment commonly used
in HVAC systems. This course also covers energy
management systems and the methods of water
treatment and water treatment equipment used with
HVAC systems. (FT) AA/AS.
63B Construction Systems-HVAC Specialties II - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units
(Grade Only)
Prerequisite: Construction Systems 63A with a grade of
"C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with previous credit for Heating, Ventilation,
Air Conditioning Apprenticeship (HVAC) 308.
This course covers commercial heating and cooling
systems, maintenance of these systems and system
start-up and shut down. This course also covers commercial and industrial refrigeration systems, equipment, refrigerated warehouses, walk-in coolers display cases, etc. (FT) AA/AS.
70A Construction Systems-Introduction to
Low Voltage Building Systems I - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units
(Grade Only)
Advisory: English 48 and English 49 and Mathematics
46, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or
Assessment Skill Levels R5 and W5 and M40.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with previous credit for Construction
Electronic Systems Technician 301A.
This course provides the Construction Systems - Low
Voltage Building Systems student with instruction in
general construction site safety, measurements and
formulas, use of hand and power tools, interpretation
of blueprints, basic rigging techniques and methods
used to move equipment and materials. AA/AS.
70B Construction Systems-Introduction to
Low Voltage Building Systems II - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units
(Grade Only)
Prerequisite: Construction Systems 70A with a grade of
"C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with previous credit for Construction
Electronic Systems Technician 301B.
This course provides the Construction Systems - Low
Voltage Building Systems student with instruction in
industry standards, and building codes, residential
and commercial construction methods, basic
electrical theory, electrical meters, OSHA safety
standards, and ladders and rigging. (FT) AA/AS.
71A Construction Systems-Intermediate Low
Voltage Building Systems I - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units
(Grade Only)
Prerequisite: Construction Systems 70B with a grade of
"C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with previous credit for Construction
Electronic Systems Technician 302A.
This course provides the Construction Systems - Low
Voltage Building Systems student with instruction in
mathematics related to the trade, electronic theory,
electronic measurement tools and techniques, AC and
DC electrical systems and grounding, and blueprint
reading related to the trade. (FT) AA/AS.
71B Construction Systems-Intermediate Low
Voltage Building Systems II
- 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units
(Grade Only)
Prerequisite: Construction Systems 71A with a grade of
"C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with previous credit for Construction
Electronic Systems Technician 302B.
This course provides the Construction Systems - Low
Voltage Building Systems student with instruction in
types of cabling, switches and relays, terminating
conductors, low-voltage codes and standards, and
computer cabling applications. (FT) AA/AS.
72A Construction Systems-Advanced Low
Voltage Building Systems I - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units
(Grade Only)
Prerequisite: Construction Systems 71B with a grade of
"C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with previous credit for Construction
Electronic Systems Technician 303A.
This course provides the Construction Systems - Low
Voltage Building Systems student with instruction in
wire and cable selection, advanced buses and
networks, fiber optic installation, cable and satellite
television systems, and wireless communications. (FT) AA/AS.
72B Construction Systems-Advanced Low
Voltage Building Systems II - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units
(Grade Only)
Prerequisite: Construction Systems 72A with a grade of
"C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with previous credit for Construction
Electronic Systems Technician 303B.
This course provides the Construction Systems - Low
Voltage Building Systems student with instruction in
site survey, job planning and documentation,
maintenance and repair, supervision, and fire and
security alarm systems. (FT) AA/AS.
This discipline may offer specialized instruction in
one or more of the following areas: Supervised
Tutoring (044), Experimental Topics (265),
Independent Study (290), Individualized Instruction
(296), Service Learning (277), or Work Experience
(270). Detailed course descriptions are listed on
page 120. Please refer to the class schedule and/or
see the dean or department chair for availability.