HVAC

A Black, male student uses a red screwdriver to make adjustments to an AC unit.

Program Overview

The HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) program is a full-time, 900-hour certificate course. This program combines classroom, laboratory and work-based learning experiences enabling students to become proficient in the installation, repair, and maintenance of commercial and domestic air conditioning systems. Included in the instruction are the theory and application of basic principles involved in the conditioning of air, cooling, heating, filtering, and controlling humidity; the operation characteristics of various units and parts; the use of technical reference manuals; the diagnosis of malfunctions; the overhaul, repair and adjustment of units in parts such as pumps, compressors, valves, springs, and connections; the repair of electric control systems; and the plumbing skills necessary to provide a completed system. Course work is based on procedures recommended by the Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Institute (ARI).

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What You Will Learn

Shop Mathematics
Safety and Introduction to Air Conditioning
Cooling
Heating
Ventilation
Refrigeration
Schematics, Isometrics, Blueprints
Electricity/Electronics/Troubleshooting
Air Distribution
Brazing/Soldering
Condensate Drain Piping & Traps
Gas Piping, Cutting, & Threading
Code Studies
Design, Sizing of Water Piping, Hydronics
Joint Prep. & Installation
VFD, ICM, & ECM Systems
Basic Digital Controls
Employability Skills

View the program curriculum (pdf)

Certifications

Students have the opportunity to earn the following industry-recognized credentials:

Level-1: National Center for Construction Education & Research
Level-2: National Center for Construction Education & Research
Level-3: National Center for Construction Education & Research
EPA-608 Universal
R410A High-Pressure Refrigeration
HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Heat Pump
RSES Hydrocarbon Refrigerant
NATE Certifications
OSHA 10-Hour - Construction
National Career Readiness - ACT

Admission Requirements

Age 18 or older
High School Diploma or GED
Background check

Students will have an appointment scheduled to complete the WorkKeys® Assessment upon submission of the Adult Learner Registration Form and a $50 non-refundable registration fee. Learn more about how the ACT® WorkKeys® Assessment can work for you.

Section	Required Scores
Applied Math	3
Graphic Literacy	3
Workplace Documents	3

Equipment Requirements

All necessary technology is provided to students in each classroom and lab during normal class hours. Students who wish to access school email or Canvas (our learning management system) outside of normal class hours will need access to the internet and a personal device.