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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Basic Electricity for HVAC/R |
4 |
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Wiring Diagrams |
2 |
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Total 6 |
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Fundamentals of Refrigeration |
5 |
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Tools and Service Techniques |
3 |
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Total 8 |
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Heating Fundamentals |
4 |
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Basic Air Conditioning |
4 |
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Total 8 |
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Commercial Refrigeration |
4 |
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Residential Load Calculations |
2 |
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Codes and Ordinances |
2 |
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Total 8 |
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance |
3 |
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Heat Pumps |
4 |
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Leadership Development |
3 |
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Total 10 |
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Introduction to Computers |
3 |
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Introduction to Computer Environment |
3 |
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National Electrical Code |
3 |
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English Composition I |
3 |
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Total 9 |
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Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry I |
3 |
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Total 3 |
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Public Speaking |
3 |
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Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
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Total 3 |
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Electrical Circuits I |
4 |
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Problem Solving for Mechanical Applications |
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 13 |
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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.