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HVAC Engineering Technology Program Mission, Objectives and Outcomes

HVAC Engineering Technology program is dedicated to providing accessible, affordable, high-quality applied program in HVAC engineering technology that enable students in the North Country, New York State, and beyond to achieve their highest potential both personally and professionally.

The program is committed to achieving key Program Educational Objectives and Program Outcomes. These operational objectives and outcomes provide the basis from which the program assures the integrity of the academic program and the capabilities of its graduates. They are listed as follows:

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEO)

PEO 1. Upon completion of the requirements of the HVAC Engineering Technology program, the graduate will be able to find satisfying work at the technician level in the Air Conditioning, MEP, HVAC field and, with experience, advance to management level positions in this area.

PEO 2. Graduates of the HVAC Engineering Technology program will be prepared academically to enter and succeed in related bachelor's degree programs at reputable institutions.

PEO 3. Graduates will have developed the personal and academic skills required to pursue lifelong learning in, and beyond, the chosen major.

 

Student Outcomes (SO)

SO 1 - an appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of their disciplines utilizing air-conditioning processes, heating and cooling load calculations, ventilation principles, pipe and duct design, system controls, system components, heating, refrigeration, economic analysis, and computerized energy evaluation methods in system design;

SO 2 - an ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology by applying mathematics, physics or chemistry, thermodynamics, psychrometries, and fluid mechanics to HVAC&R systems;

SO 3 - an ability to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments, and apply experimental results to improve processes. Apply HVAC&R principles for system operations including troubleshooting, service, and maintenance tasks;

SO 4 - an ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components, or processes;

SO 5 - an ability to function effectively on teams;

SO 6 - an ability to identify, analyze and solve technical problems;

SO 7 - an ability to communicate effectively through written, oral, and graphic methods related to HVAC&R;

SO 8 - a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning;

SO 9 - an ability to understand and respect professional, ethical, social responsibilities and global issues;

SO 10 - a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement;