The HVAC service has experienced a critical shortage of qualified technicians in recent years, so the need for qualified personnel is the greatest challenge facing the industry. Concerns about energy efficiency, the integration of sophisticated control systems, new technologies in heating and cooling, and construction spurred by growth have created tremendous opportunities for trained technicians. Because of the increasing sophistication of HVAC systems, employers prefer to hire those with HVAC training.

The Warren County Career Center’s HVAC training is designed for men and women with mechanical aptitude who enjoy working with their hands.

Upon successful completion of the Warren County Career Center’s HVAC training program, the successful graduate will possess the necessary skills for entry level positions in companies that install, operate, troubleshoot and service light commercial and domestic air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating equipment in private homes, office buildings, factories and other facilities.

Through classroom and “hands on” training, students will gain knowledge and practice skills necessary to equip them for success in the HVAC field.  Subjects studied and applied include Basic Electricity; Electric Motors; Wiring Circuits; Basic Electronics; Pipe and Tubing; Technical Math; Refrigeration Cycle; Heating Controls; Air Conditioning Controls; Gas Heating; Electric Heating; Oil furnaces; Heat Pumps; Load Calculations; EPA 608 and 410A Certification test and the Industry Competency Exam (Residential) will be given to students before the program is completed.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for employees who have completed formalized technical training continues to out-pace all other career preparation categories. This HVAC Degree program will be appropriate for individuals who are interested in a career in current technology for diagnosing, servicing, repairing, and managing heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration energy systems. This program prepares students to take the EPA 608 refrigeration certification exams.

The employment objective is entry-level employment as a heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration mechanic and installer.
HVAC Training and Career Outlook
Referencing the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition, "Job prospects for heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers are expected to be excellent, particularly for those with training from an accredited technical school or with formal apprenticeship training, and especially in the fastest growing areas of the country. A growing number of retirements of highly skilled technicians are expected to generate many job openings. In addition, employment of heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers is projected to increase faster than average for all occupations through the year 2014." New concern for energy conservation should continue to rapidly develop new energy-saving HVAC systems.

Special Admission Requirements
• Applicants must meet general admission requirements:
• Valid driver’s license
• Physically able to perform heavy lifting

Certifications that can be earned through this training:
• EPA 608 and 410A
• Industry Competency Exam (ICE - Residential)
• OSHA 30-hour for General Industry

Program Length: Approximately 37.5 weeks, 600 contact hours.

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Technician
• Program Length: 600 Hours
• Theory Hours: 373
• Lab Hours: 227
• Prerequisites: High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Work Keys Assessment/Requirements: Applied Math 5, Locating Information 5, Reading for Information 4
• Instructional Modules:

Module Title:                                                                                   Hrs:
 1.      AC/DC Electrical Systems                                                       36
                    2.      All-Weather Systems                                            36
                    3.      Basic Automatic Controls                                      36
                    4.      Chilled Water Systems                                           36
                    5.      Common Refrigeration I                                         36
                    6.      Common Refrigeration II                                        36
                    7.      Common Refrigeration III                                       36
                    8.      Cooling Systems I                                                  36
                    9.      Cooling Systems II                                                 36
                  10.      Heating Systems I                                                  36
                  11.      Heating Systems II                                                 36
   12.      Motor Controls I                                                                   36
   13.      OSHA Safety                                                                        36
                  14.      Refrigerant and Oil Chemistry Management             36
                  15.      Safety, Tools, and Equipment                                  36
                  16.      Theory of Heat                                                       36
                      
               Professional Development                                                     24
  TOTAL PROGRAM HOURS:                     600

Full time students must come in and register in person. Please call for an appointment, 513-932-8145.

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Call Ben Brigham for more information, 513-932-8145 ext. 5272 or email Ben.Brigham@mywccc.org.