HVAC Technician

Air Conditioning Technician

The Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program area provides students with comprehensive training in the fundamentals and emerging technologies of climate control systems used in residential and commercial environments. Students develop hands-on skills in installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems while learning essential safety practices, soft skills, and industry standards. The program also prepares students to work with modern and energy-efficient technologies, leading to a wide range of career opportunities in the HVAC industry.

Education Tracks

Programs

Air Conditioning Technician, O.S.A.

Occupational Skills Award
Education track: Continuing Education

This fast-track program covers study of practical application of air conditioning principles, air properties, maintenance operations, thermodynamics, and compressors of residential air conditioning system. The courses cover introduction to HVAC principles, terminology, tools and skills required; introduces heating and cooling systems that require maintenance and installation, repairing HVAC systems, handling refrigerants and adhering to industry safety standards.

The HVAC courses prepares the individual for basic, entry-level employment in the residential and/or light commercial heating and air-conditioning service industry. The essentials of the mechanical and electrical systems of contemporary air-conditioning and heating systems are addressed throughout this area of study.

HS Diploma/GED
  • HCC certificate of Completion in Air Conditioning Technician
  • OSHA Card
  • Preparation for EPA Exam

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Program Format
  • In-Person
Campus Location
Total minimum contact hours for this certificate: 160

View the Air Conditioning Technician, O.S.A. catalog listing to see the total courses required.

Cost

Total Program Tuition:  $1,128.00

Tuition does not include books, course material or vouchers for certification exams.

TPEG Eligible