Academics
Home Performance Technology
Admission to the Program:
There are no additional admission requirements beyond the general college requirements. However, students are encouraged to contact the Home Performance Technology Program Director at (309) 694-8566 or (309) 694-5734, for a program orientation.
Degree
Associate in Applied Science (Career Program)
Total Credit Hours: 61
Program Requirements
Select a course number below to see a course description.
Required General Education Courses
| Course | Name | Credit Hours |
| ENGLISH * | 3 | |
| SOCIAL SCIENCE * | 3 | |
| MATHEMATICS * | 3 to 4 | |
| LABORATORY SCIENCE/MATHEMATICS * | 4 | |
| HUMANITIES * | 3 | |
| COMMUNICATION * | 3 |
Required Program Courses
| Course | Name | Credit Hours |
| ARCTK 119 | BLUEPRINT READING - CONSTRUCTION | 1 |
| HPT 110 | INTRODUCTION TO GREEN BUILDING NEEDS | 3 |
| HPT 120 | INTRODUCTION TO BUILDING ENERGY ANALYSIS | 3 |
| HPT 140 | INDOOR AIR QUALITY AND VENTILATION | 3 |
| HPT 150 | BUILDING ENVELOPE EVALUATION | 3 |
| HPT 155 | HOME PERFORMANCE PROJECT | 3 |
| REACT 110 | INTRODUCTION TO REFRIGERATION | 4 |
| REACT 118 | ELECTRICITY AS IT APPLIES TO HVAC/R | 4 |
| REACT 120 | RESIDENTIAL FURNACES | 4 |
| REACT 122 | RESIDENTIAL HYDRONIC SYSTEMS | 4 |
| REACT 211 | RESIDENTIAL EQUIPMENT DESIGN I | 3 |
| REACT 213 | RESIDENTIAL EQUIPMENT DESIGN II | 3 |
| REACT 220 | BALANCING AND TESTING HVAC SYSTEMS | 2 |
| REACT 237 | OCCUPATION INTERNSHIP I | 1 |
| REACT 238 | OCCUPATION INTERNSHIP II | 1 |
* Recommended general education courses: ENGL 125 or 201; ECON 111 or HIST 201; MATH 106 or higher; PHYSC 110 or EASC 111; COMM 110
The program is designed for those who are new to the various careers in the built environment. However, there is an opportunity for students with documented previous experience/credentials to obtain program credit by demonstrating prior knowledge.
Students may also choose to pursue one of the other certifications/degrees pertaining to the built environment that are available at Illinois Central College, such as, Architectural Construction Technology, Architectural Drafting, Architecture, Commercial Refrigeration Technician, Home Performance Technology, HVAC Residential Installer, HVAC Technician Certificate, HVAC/R Technology.
Students must provide the following items: safety glasses with side shields, work gloves, basic scientific calculator, and thumb drive.
Recommended Course Sequence
| Semester | Courses |
| Fall Semester 1 | HPT 110; HPT 120; REACT 110; REACT 118 |
| Spring Semester 1 | HPT 140; HPT 150; REACT 120; Mathematics |
| Summer Semester | HPT 155; Humanities; ARCTK 119 |
| Fall Semester 2 | REACT 211; REACT 122; REACT 237; Laboratory Science/Mathematics; Social Science |
| Spring Semester 2 | REACT 213; REACT 220; REACT 238; English; Communication |
Program Contact Information
Agricultural and Industrial Technologies Department
Dirksen Hall, Room 09
(309) 694-8566
Career Pathway
Pathway programs at ICC have a map that shows the courses/degree requirements that will lead students to their desired education and employment goals.
Career Cluster:
Architecture and Construction If you are a high school junior or senior, you can get a head start on your future by taking college-level courses now! Visit our Dual Credit webpage for a listing of area high schools with courses available Humanities | Introduction to Communication (COMM 110) | Introduction to Psychology (PSY 110) | Lab Science | Mathematics High School Diploma or GED Getting Started: Apply to ICC | Paying for College | Career Information:
Energy Auditors
| Student Information Home Performance Technician
(28 credit hours) Section 608 of the Federal Clean Air Act; HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certification in Carbon Monoxide Safety & Gas Heat Building Energy Consultant, Building Performance Consultant, Building Performance Specialist, Energy Auditor, Energy Consultant, Energy Rater, Home Energy Rater, Home Performance Consultant, Quality Assurance Supervisor, Residential Energy Auditor
$18-28/hr
Home Performance Technology(61 credit hours) HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certification in Electric Heat, Heat Pump & Hydronic Heat; 4 Part HVAC Excellence System Performance Certification Building Energy Consultant, Building Performance Consultant, Building Performance Specialist, Energy Auditor, Energy Consultant, Energy Rater, Home Energy Rater, Home Performance Consultant, Quality Assurance Supervisor, Residential Energy Auditor$18-28/hr There are no current articulation agreements to Bachelor degree programs at this time. Program transfer guides layout course work to be taken at ICC and the transfer institution to complete specific programs of study or majors. There are no current articulation agreements to Bachelor degree programs at this time. Transfer agreements formalize the transfer process from ICC to other colleges and universities. For additional transfer information, including information on transfer partnerships and transfer guides:
Pathway:
Construction
ICC Pathway: Home Performance Technology
Early College
Point of Entry
Certificate of Completion
Industry Credentials
Employment Information
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Industry Credentials
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