HVAC/R

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration

HVAC/R Technicians are always in demand!

This program provides hands-on experience working with heating and cooling systems. Program topics are specific to entry-level HVAC/R and prepares students for employment in the field.

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Why This Program?

  • Ready to work

    • Once you complete the program, you are job ready!

  • Hands-on training

  • Learn by doing

    • No homework

  • Courses focused on working adults

    • Support system to help you succeed

  • Financial aid available

    • To those who qualify

Program Modules

  1. Basic Cooling Systems 1  

  2. Residential Cooling Systems 2 

  3. Commercial Refrigeration 3

  4. HVAC/R Electrical Control 

  5. HVAC/R Electric Motors

  6. Electrical Systems and Components

  7. EPA 608 Certification and Refrigeration Systems lab. & 410 A

  8. Electrical Heating Systems 1

  9. Natural Gas and Fuel Oil Heating Systems 2

  10. Heating Systems 3 Installation & Troubleshooting

  11. Heating and Electrical Schematics Lab

  12. HVAC/R Fundamentals & Science

  13. Metal Duct Fabrication

  14. Plumbing Pipes and Fixtures

  15. Refrigerants & Refrigeration System

  16. Capstone project

  17. Employability/Professional Skills

  18. OSHA 10 General Industry and Safety                      

Possible Certifications

ESCO

  • EPA Section 608 Certification

  • Universal R-410A Certification

OSHA 10

  • General Industry, OSHA Forklift Operator Licensure

North American Technical Excellence: Industry Competency

  • NATE: Ready-to-Work

  • NATE: HVACR Support Technician Cert.

Employment

Opportunities

When aggressively seeking work in the HVAC field graduates may begin with an entry-level position for the first 1 to 3 years. That is relatively short time considering the end result is a life-long, rewarding, and satisfying career.  

Graduation and Employment Rates based on 2024 ACCSC's Annual Report

HVAC/R
(Information represents the following Cohorts: March 2022 and September 2022

Graduation Rate
7 Students Started / 6 Graduates / 86% Graduation Rate

Employment Placement in Field
5 Graduates Employed in Field / 83% Placement in Field

Enrollment

Schedule Options

Full Program
600-hour program, 17-module program

Individual Modules
Any of the 36-hour modules listed above can be taken as an individual module.

Individual modules are a great option for individuals who require specific updates to enhance their current skills or companies looking to advance the credentials of their workforce.

Follow the link below to see the schedule for individual modules:

Schedule

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Start Date

Program Info

Monday - Thursday
5:00 - 9:00 pm

600 Hours / $8,874

Location:
Adult Technology Center & Adult Technology Lab

*Cost includes books, testing fees, tool kit, and lab fees.

Program Contact

Alycia Johnson
Student Services Coordinator  
johnsonalycia@uppervalleycc.org
937.778.1980 x 255

Adult Technology Center
8901 Looney Road | Piqua, Ohio

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