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Aug 06, 2026
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2026-2027 Yavapai College Catalog
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HVA 116 - NATE Certification Prep Course
Description: Provides a suggested study plan for the NATE Core Exam and Specialty Exam for North American Technician Excellence (NATE) Certification. Topics include safety, tools, heat transfer, comfort, basic electrical, installation, planned maintenance, system components and design considerations.
Prerequisites: Program Admission.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 3
Course Content:
- Tools and safety
- Electrical
- Heating, cooling, heat pumps, air distribution
- Regulatory compliance
- Troubleshooting residential and commercial systems
- Industry applications and Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools
- NATE Core Exam and specialty topics
Learning Outcomes:
- Utilize appropriate tools and safety practices required for success on the NATE Core exam. (1)
- Describe HVAC fundamental concepts as evaluated on the NATE Core exam. (2,3)
- Interpret regulatory compliance requirements for HVAC tasks. (4)
- Diagnose heat pump system performance issues effectively. (5)
- Analyze system data using industry apps and AI tools to achieve optimal performance. (5,6)
- Develop a tailored NATE exam preparation plan. (7)
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