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CertifiCate Program in

hVAC
The field of heating, ventilation, and air conditioningHVACis the science and practice of controlling indoor climate to provide healthy and comfortable interior conditions in a well-designed, energy-efficient, and low-emissions environment. UC Berkeley Extensions Certificate Program in HVAC provides thorough, up-to-date training in the design and operation of HVAC systems. Gain in-depth technical understanding of the principles and applications you need to design new HVAC systems and to retrofit existing systems to meet energy conservation standards. Who Will Benefit This certificate provides understanding of engineering fundamentals and systems operation, as well as knowledge of emerging issues in HVAC. It is ideal if you plan, design, install, and operate HVAC systems for buildings, 4 required Courses, 90 Hours of electives* (usually 3 courses) 14 Semester Units, 210 Hours of instruction
required Courses HVAC System Load Calculations and Psychrometry HVAC System Design Considerations HVAC Ductwork and Piping Systems HVAC Control and Energy Management System Course # X469 Units/CeU 2 fall 2010 Spring 2011

Summer 2011

X472

X470

X473

*Please visit the website for a full list of available electives. Course availability is subject to change.

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Prerequisites for admission There are no prerequisites for the Certificate Program in HVAC, but a bachelors degree is recommended. Curriculum & Completion requirements This curriculum consists of 4 required courses and 90 hours of electives (usually 3 courses) for a total of 14 semester units (210 hours of instruction). Candidates must pay a nonrefundable certificate registration fee. All courses must be taken for a letter grade. To receive the certificate, you must maintain an overall minimum 2.5 grade point average (GPA), with a grade of C or better in each course. A Certificate with Distinction will be awarded to those who complete the certificate with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. All coursework must be completed within five years of registering for the certificate. However, requirements may be updated based on new developments in the field of study; we recommend completing the curriculum in a timely fashion. How to register for a Professional Certificate To register for the Certificate Program in HVAC, please complete the form at extension.berkeley.edu/cert/register.html and include the nonrefundable registration fee. We recommend that you register for the certificate before you begin your third course in the curriculum. You may enroll in individual courses without registering for the Certificate Program in HVAC. Value of a UC Berkeley extension Professional Certificate As the continuing education arm of the University of California, Berkeley, UC Berkeley Extension is a respected provider of adult and professional education. A UC Berkeley Extension professional certificate is approved by a UC Berkeley academic advisory board and widely recognized as proof of the successful completion of a high-caliber, in-depth course of study. Learn more For additional information about the Certificate Program in HVAC, visit extension.berkeley.edu/cert/hvac.html, contact course@unex.berkeley.edu, or call (510) 642-4151.

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