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Construction Technology A.A.S. - HVAC Emphasis
Program Available at:
- North Lake
Catalog Year 2023-2024 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
TSI Must be Complete
For more information, visit the Dallas College Construction Technology webpage [www.dallascollege.edu/constructiontech] and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Construction Technology associate degree with an emphasis in HVAC. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Construction Technology. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.
Students interested in a high demand career that is fast-paced with job opportunities—the Construction Industry is for you. The Construction Technology program is designed to develop the hands-on skills and technical knowledge necessary so that a graduate may advance in career paths appropriate to their own interest5s and abilities. Some of the exciting career options include: field engineer, estimator, building inspection, insurance and manufacturing representative, field supervisor, sub-contractor, and builder in either commercial or residential construction/home building. A graduate will have also covered skills in other areas such as planning, and organization, problem solving and decision making, related communication, and business and human relations. Courses that complete the degree also complete the Residential Construction Occupational Skills Award (OSA) are noted below.
Visit http://www.dallascollege.edu/transfer and select "Transfer from Dallas College," then click on a university to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to a specific university.
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
CHOOSE ONE:
- OSHT 1307 – Construction Site Safety and Health (Course also applies to OSA) OR
- OSHT 1313 – Accident Prevention, Inspection, and Investigation
ARCE 1303 – Architectural Materials and Methods of Construction (Course also applies to OSA)
HART 1407 – Refrigeration Principles
HART 1401 – Basic Electricity for HVAC
CHOOSE ONE:
- SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course.
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking This is a Core course. OR
- SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication This is a Core course.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
- Meet with your success coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
- Meet with a faculty advisor or success coach regarding placement for the Cooperative course.
Total Hours: 17
SEMESTER 2
CNBT 1300 – Residential and Light Commercial Blueprint Reading (Course also applies to OSA)
CNBT 1391 – Special Topics in Construction/Building Technology/Technician
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of "C" or better.
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
HART 1310 – HVAC Shop Practices and Tools
CHOOSE ONE:
- HART 1380 – Cooperative Education-Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology/Technician OR
- HART Elective (ONE three-credit hour course)
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
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Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic and career path and program of study.
Total Hours: 18
SEMESTER 3
SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
NATURAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE*, This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of "C" or better.
HART 1441 – Residential Air Conditioning
HVAC Trade Elective (ONE three-credit hour course)
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
** HVAC Trade Elective: HART 1356, ELPT 1311, ELPT 1321, ELPT 1325, ELPT 1329, ELPT 1370, PFPB 1306, PFPB 1323, PFPB 1321, PFPB 1308, PFPB 1373, PFPB 1343, PFPB 1350.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
- Meet with a faculty advisor or success coach regarding placement for the Cooperative course.
Total Hours: 14
SEMESTER 4
CNBT 2281 – Cooperative Education-Construction/ Engineering Technology/Technician This is the capstone course for this award. (Course also applies to OSA)
HVAC Trade Electives (THREE three-credit hour course)*
* HVAC Trade Elective: HART 1356, ELPT 1311, ELPT 1321, ELPT 1325, ELPT 1329, ELPT 1370, PFPB 1306, PFPB 1323, PFPB 1321, PFPB 1308, PFPB 1373, PFPB 1343, PFPB 1350.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Construction Technology A.A.S. and the Residential Construction Occupational Skills Award.
- Sign up for Commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 11
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS