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HVAC Commercial Refrigeration & Air Program

Commercial Refrigeration & Air Conditioning - Certificate

Program Requirements:

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Admission Type:

General College Admission
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Locations:

Conway

Contact:

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(843) 349-5277

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One of the fastest-growing service occupations, the commercial sector of the HVAC/R industry has seen major changes in the past few years as society places a greater emphasis on fuel conservation and environmental concerns. HGTC's Commercial Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Certificate is designed to provide residential technicians with the knowledge and ability to enter the commercial sector, where skilled refrigeration mechanics are in high demand to keep these complex systems running at maximum capacity. 

The focus of this program is to train students to service, repair, and troubleshoot commercial refrigeration systems, which include walk-in coolers and freezers, reach-ins, and ice machines. The coursework will also focus on commercial air-conditioning systems rated 5 tons and higher, advanced energy-efficient systems, and advanced control systems. 

Federal financial aid does not apply to this program.

For more information, contact:
 Jerry Britt  - (843) 349-5252
Terry Smith - (843) 349-3625
James Watkins  - (843) 349-5261

Career Outlook

The commercial sector of the HVAC/R industry is dealing with a shortage of qualified technicians, so career opportunities abound for graduates of this program.

Employment opportunities can be found in the following fields:

  • Air Conditioning Mechanics
  • Refrigeration Mechanics

For more information about careers, visit O*Net Online for an overview of South Carolina and National earnings statistics, and Horry-Georgetown Technical College's Career Resource Center for more employment, career, and professional development resources.

Gainful Employment Information:

See:  Commercial Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Gainful Employment

Program Information

Specific Admission Requirements for Program
Students entering this certificate program must have completed ACR 210 with a minimum grade of C; have passed the ICE exam with a minimum score of 70, or have a NATE certification.

Curriculum Sequence
First Semester    
ACR 131 Commercial Refrigeration 4
ACR 201 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 3
ACR 207 Advanced Refrigeration Electricity 3
  TOTAL CREDIT HOURS 10
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Current Semester Information

Summer Classes  

Last Day of Classes:
  • August 3 (Full Summer/Fast Forward II)
Final Exams:
  • August 4-9 (Full Summer/Fast Forward II)
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