ACT 100 REFRIGERATION FUNDAMENTALS (3-2-4)
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Introduces basic concepts and theories of refrigeration. Topics include: the laws of thermodynamics, pressure and temperature relationships; heat transfer; the refrigeration cycle; and safety.

ACT 101 PRINCIPLES & PRACTICES OF REFRIGERATION (5-5-7)
Prerequisite: ACT 100
Introduces the use of refrigeration tools, materials, and procedures needed to install, repair, and service refrigeration systems. Topics include: refrigeration tools; piping practices; service valves; leak testing; refrigerant recovery; recycling and reclamation; evacuation; charging; and safety.

ACT 102 REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS COMPONENTS (5-5-7)
Prerequisites: ACT 100, ACT 101
Provides the student with the skills and knowledge to install, test, and service major components of a refrigeration system. Topics include: compressors; condensers; evaporators; metering devices; service procedures; refrigeration systems; and safety.

ACT 103 ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS (5-5-7)
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Introduction to fundamental electrical concepts and theories as applied to the air conditioning industry. Topics include: AC and DC theory; electric meters; electric diagrams; distribution systems; electrical panels; voltage circuits; code requirements  and safety.

ACT 104 ELECTRIC MOTORS (2-5-4)
Prerequisite: ACT 103
Continues the development of skills and knowledge necessary for application and service of electric motors commonly used by the refrigeration and air conditioning industry. Topics include: diagnostic techniques; capacitors; installation procedures; types of electric motors; electric motor service; and safety.

ACT 105 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS (3-5-5)
Prerequisites: ACT 103
Provides instruction in identifying, installing and testing commonly used electrical components in an air conditioning system. Topics include: pressure switches; overload devices;  transformers; magnetic starters; other commonly used controls; diagnostic techniques; installation procedures; and safety.

ACT 106 ELECTRIC CONTROL SYSTEMS AND INSTALLATION (2-5-4)
Prerequisite: ACT 105
Provides instruction on wiring various types of air conditioning systems. Topics include: servicing procedures; solid state controls; system wiring; control circuits; and safety.

ACT 107 AIR CONDITIONING PRINCIPLES (6-4-8)
Prerequisite: ACT 102
Introduces fundamental theory and techniques needed to identify major components and functions of air conditioning systems. Instruction is given on types of air conditioning systems and use of instrumentation. Topics include: types of AC systems; heat-load calculation; properties of air; psychometrics; duct design; air filtration; and safety principles.

ACT 108 AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS AND INSTALLATION (2-3-3)
Prerequisite: ACT 102, ACT 106
Provides instruction on the installation and service of residential air conditioning systems. Topics include: installation procedures; service; split-systems; add-on-systems; packaged systems; and safety.

ACT 109 TROUBLESHOOTING AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS (5-5-7)
Prerequisites: ACT 108, ENG 100
Provides instruction on troubleshooting and repair of major components of a residential air conditioning system. Topics include: troubleshooting techniques; electrical controls; air flow; refrigeration cycle; and safety.

ACT 110 GAS HEATING SYSTEMS (2-8-5)
Prerequisites: ACT 106
Introduces principles of combustion and service requirements for gas heating systems. Topics include: service procedures; electrical controls; piping; gas valves; venting; code requirements; principles of combustion; and safety.

ACT 111 HEAT PUMPS AND RELATED SYSTEMS (3-7-6)
Prerequisite: ACT 102, ACT 106
Provides instruction on installation and servicing of electric heating systems, heat pumps, and related systems. Topics include: installation procedures, servicing procedures; troubleshooting, valves, electrical components, safety, geothermal ground source energy supplies, and dual fuels.

ACT 150 GENERAL AIR CONDITIONING INTERNSHIP & PRACTICUM (0-15-5)
Prerequisite/Co-requisite: Completion of required course work
Provides the student with occupation based experiences that apply coursework acquired skills to actual work experiences. Topics include: residential air conditioning and refrigeration applications; equipment and technology adaptability; work place productivity; safe work practices; problem solving; and employment retention skills. This internship/practicum is implemented in an approved occupational setting or a work simulation in-school practicum.

ACT 204 RESIDENTIAL SYSTEMS DESIGN (4-9-8)
Prerequisite: ACT 111
Presents advanced refrigeration and electrical skills and theories. Topics include: heat gain and heat loss; duct design; zone control; equipment selection; and safety.

ACT 205 GEORGIA STATE & LOCAL RESIDENTIAL AIR CONDITIONING CODES (4-0-4)
Pre/Co-requisite: ACT 204
Presents advanced level residential air conditioning code concepts and theories. Topics include: local residential air conditioning codes; state residential air conditioning codes; gas piping; refrigeration piping; and safety.

ACT 206 AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS FOR RESIDENTIAL AIR CONDITIONING (3-2-4)
Prerequisite: ACT 102; Corequisite ACT 205
Continues development of air systems concepts, theories, and skills. Emphasis will be placed on test and balance techniques and fan laws. Topics include: test and balance techniques; fan laws; and safety.

ACT 207 RESIDENTIAL AIR CONDITIONING INTERNSHIP & PRACTICUM (0-36-12)
Prerequisite/Co-requisite: All non-elective courses required for Provisional completion
Provides students with occupation-based instruction that applies learned skills to actual work experiences. Topics include: application of prerequisite knowledge and skills; practicing employability skills; problem solving; adaptability to equipment and technology for the job; and development of productivity and quality job performance through practice. The Residential Air Conditioning Internship/Practicum is implemented through student work in an occupational practicum. Written individualized training plans, written performance evaluations, and required integrative experiences are used to implement this course.