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Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)

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Air Conditioning / Refrigeration

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Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Students in this program receive training for careers as technicians in the field of climate control. Heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and their applications are a matter of health and comfort for the home or business.

A broad background in mathematics and physics supports the theory and extensive laboratory work. The program includes basic theory, application, estimating, installation, maintenance and service of residential and commercial air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration equipment.

Graduates may expect a rewarding career with ample opportunity for employment and advancement in the areas of service, sales, supervision, management, and/or ownership.

This program is offered with a two-year track, three-year track, or four-year track. This allows the student to reduce the number of credits taken each semester to facilitate meeting the student's needs.

Admission Requirements

In addition to college-wide admission requirements, applicants to the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Degree program should:

• Have successfully completed courses in Algebra I, Algebra II and Science. Advanced levels of math and a physics course would be advantageous.
• Exhibit mechanical aptitude and an interest in mechanical components.

Technical Standards
It is highly recommended applicants have:

• The physical strength necessary to maneuver and/or lift heavy objects.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Adequate vision for reading printed instructions and blueprints and should not have color blindness. (Adaptive equipment acceptable).
• Adequate hearing to distinguish various sounds and noises. (Adaptive equipment acceptable.)
• Ability to visualize and portray ideas graphically.

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Degree Program

Total Credits - 70

Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Certificate

Total Credits - 26

Heating Services Certificate

Total Credits - 26

Gas Appliance Installation & Service Certificate

Total Credits - 8