10 courses with the subject HCT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
HCT 1501Introduction to Electricity4
| Lecture/Lab Introduction to electricity covers fundamental electrical theory as well as different types of electrica circuits, electrical symbols and schematic diagrams a HVAC Mechanic encounters when troubleshooting equipment in the field. Electrical safety is emphasized. HVAC component identification / function and best practices for circuit wiring are also covered.
| Lecture/Lab In refrigeration theory the student will learn the relationship between temperature & pressure, heat transfer, sensible and latent heat, and fundamental refrigeration theory. Students will study the mechanical refrigeration cycle and learn the function of major system components. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the use of trade-specific tools & equipment needed to install, maintain and troubleshoot refrigeration systems.
| Lecture Refrigerant certification covers the information required to successfully pass section 608 of the Clean Air Act (1990). This course also covers information regarding the recovery, recycling, and reclamation of refrigerants, as well as new laws governing the use of MINNESOTA NORTH COLLEGE | 2024-25 CURRICULUM CATALOG refrigerants. Students are given the opportunity to take an EPA refrigerant certification exam after completion of this course.
| Lecture/Lab Tools and Equipment will instill construction trade safety procedures and familiarize students with the proper use, maintenance and adjustment of hand and power tools. Students will learn different types of hardware, how to utilize raw construction material and sheet metal layout / fabrication. Mechanical reasoning concepts are also incorporated.
| Lecture/Lab Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems covers the installation and operating characteristic of residential air conditioning systems and heat pump systems. Electrical and mechanical components of air conditioning / heat pump equipment will be tested and analyzed. Prerequisities: HCT 1501, HCT 1505, HCT 1525, HCT 1550
| Lecture/Lab l In Gas Heating Technology students learn to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain forced air gas- fired heating equipment. Combustion theory, fuel gas characteristics, gas furnace types and their associated operational / safety components associated are covered in this course. Prerequisities: HCT 1501, HCT 1525
| Lecture/Lab Oil Heating Systems trains students in the mechanical, electrical and combustion operating principles of oil-fired heating equipment. Component identification & function, combustion theory & analysis, electrical schematic interpretation, electrical and combustion troubleshooting and repair / maintenance of fuel oil burners will be covered. Prerequisities: HCT 1501, HCT 1525
| Lecture/Lab Radiant Heating Systems instructs students in hydronic heating system theory, design and operation. Students perform mechanical & electrical troubleshooting and demonstrate maintenance procedures on radiant heating systems. P a g e | 79
| Lecture/Lab Applied Refrigeration Technology covers refrigerants, refrigeration system components, construction & controls and proper methods of recovery, evacuation and charging sealed systems. Electrical schematic interpretation, controls & components diagnostics and skill development for sealed system repair will be emphasized. Prerequisities: HCT 1501, HCT 1505, HCT 1525
| Lab Indoor Air Quality is designed to teach students about how air-borne pathogens, pollutants and contaminants affect people and how exposure can be reduced through filtration, ventilation and proper HVAC system design & maintenance. Prerequisities: HCT 1501, HCT 1525
