The General Technology major allows students to select course work necessary to become multiskilled technicians. In addition to completing the College’s core curriculum, students also complete course work in at least two technical areas. Interested students should talk with their advisors. For entry into this program the student must be a high school graduate or possess a GED and take the College’s placement test or meet the College’s SAT or ACT requirements. Automotive Technology students must have a valid driver’s license.
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Fundamentals of Refrigeration |
5 |
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Tools and Service Techniques |
3 |
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Basic Electricity for HVAC/R |
4 |
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Wiring Diagrams |
2 |
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Total 14 |
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Heating Fundamentals |
4 |
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Basic Air Conditioning |
4 |
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Commercial Refrigeration |
4 |
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Codes and Ordinances |
2 |
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Total 14 |
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance |
3 |
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Heat Pumps |
4 |
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Residential Load Calculations |
2 |
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National Electrical Code |
3 |
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English Composition I |
3 |
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Total 15 |
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Introduction to Computers |
3 |
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Introduction to Computer Environment |
3 |
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Problem Solving for Mechanical Applications |
3 |
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Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry I |
3 |
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Macroeconomics |
3 |
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Applied Psychology |
3 |
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General Psychology |
3 |
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Total 12 |
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Electrical Circuits I |
4 |
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Leadership Development |
3 |
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Public Speaking |
3 |
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Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
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Total 10 |
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Solid State Devices |
4 |
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Total 4 |
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* These courses may be substituted as a group for a different technical subject area of at least 12 semester credit hours, which must be approved by your advisor.