HVAC (1 yr)

From the moment you start the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) program at Highland Community College Technical Center you will be installing, diagnosing and repairing a variety of HVAC and plumbing problems. A very practical, hands-on application of your knowledge is demonstrated by working with the Construction Technology and Electrical Technology programs in the construction of a house.

The HVAC & plumbing shop offers a variety of up-to-date equipment and trainers to prepare for a career as a  technician. Full-time students can expect to complete this program within nine-months.  While enrolled in the program students will take the Enviromental Protection Agency (EPA) 608 exam and North American Technician Excellence (NATE) Certification tests.  The NATE exam consists of the core and one specialty area.  

If you enjoy problem solving and working with your hands, call today to schedule a visit of the HVAC program! Call us at 785-442-6180.

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Note: A student must complete either 2 – 1 year programs or 1 -- 2 year program, plus take these general studies classes in order to be awarded an Associate in Applied Science degree. Technical courses can be no more than 5 years old.

• Wage Survey & HCC Completer Employment

 

First Semester
HVA104	Safety Orientation/OSHA 10	1
HVA102	Blueprint Reading and Sketching	2
HVA103	Hand and Power Tools	1
HVA106	Technical Math	2
HVA112	EPA 608	1
HVA122	HVAC Fundamentals	4
HVA126	Plumbing I	2
HVA145	Sheet Metal	3
HVA175	Commercial Refrigeration	3
	Total for First Semester	19
Second Semester
HVA118	Electrical Fundamentals	4
HVA121	Domestic Refrigeration	3
HVA136	Electric Circuits and Controls	3
HVA158	Heating System Fundamentals	3
HVA170	Air Conditioning Control Systems	3
HVA181	Plumbing II	2
HVA140	Workplace Skills	1
CST105	Industrial Computer Applications	2
	Total for Second Semester	21
	Total Credits for Certificate	40
Elective
HVA195	Occupational Work Experience