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Heating Ventilation and Cooling    


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Overview

The Heating Ventilation and Cooling career field is expected to grow 5 percent from 2021-2031, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. As energy efficiency and the need to reduce pollution become more prominent, more intricate heating and cooling systems will be expected to grow. Due to this, the demand for qualified HVAC technicians, mechanics, and installers will increase. Our new HVAC program will prepare students to enter the field with the necessary skills and potential to earn multiple certifications prior to graduation. 
Info Sheet

Career Opportunities

  • HVAC Technician
  • HVAC Installer
  • HVAC Service Manager
  • Refrigeration Technician
  • Systems Engineer

Career Skills Developed

  • Principles of heating and cooling
  • Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of residential and commercial HVAC systems
  • Fundamentals of sheet metal trade
  • Components of ductwork systems
  • Use of architect and engineer scales to read and interpret construction drawings 
  • Laws of thermodynamics, pressure and temperature relationships, the refrigeration cycle, and refrigerant management
  • Hydronic systems, chilled water systems, package units, and cooling towers

Program Highlights

  • Work Based Learning opportunities
  • Credentials offered include
          * OSHA 10 hr
          * EPA Refrigerant Recovery 1, 2, 3   
             and Universal
          * North American Technician     
             Excellence
          * First Aid/CPR
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Curriculum Plan

Suggested Skill Set

  • Problem-Solving
  • Effective Communication
  • Time Management
  • Comfort working with heavy objects/machinery
  • Troubleshooting Skills
  • Critical Thinikng
  • Computer Skills
  • Attention to Detail

  • Patience
  • Adaptability
  • Active Listening
  • Collaborative


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