HVAC Technology

47.0201  HEATING, AIR CONDITIONING, VENTILATION

AND REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY/TECHNICIAN

(PDE APPROVED PROGRAM OF STUDY)

The Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Program is an instructional program that combines classroom and practical learning experiences.  This Program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to install, repair and maintain commercial and domestic heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.  Instruction includes theory and application of basic principles involved in conditioning of air (cooling and heating); filtering and controlling humidity; operating characteristics of various units and parts; blueprint reading; use of technical reference manuals; the diagnosis of malfunctions; overhaul, repair and adjustment of units and parts such as pumps, compressors, valves, springs and connections; and repair of electric/electronic and pneumatic control systems.  This Program is certified by the National Center for Construction Education and Research. The Program consists of a list of PDE required tasks and additional local or value added tasks.

Specialized Equipment:	Related Occupations /Employment Opportunities:	Personal Qualifications:
Electric Pipe Threader Acetylene and Propane    Gas Torches Bacharach Tester Arc Welders Reclaim and Recovery    Unit Refrigerant High Pressure Indicators Electrical Meters Thermal Testers Compressor Testers	Helpers- Installation,    Maintenance, and    Repair Workers Refrigeration Mechanic Air Conditioning and    Heating Mechanics First Line Supervisors of    Production and    Operating Workers Stationary Engineer	Mechanical Aptitude Ability to Work    Independently and in    a Team Problem Solving    Troubleshooting Skills Communication Skills

 

CAREERS:

Heating, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration Mechanics & Installers

 

Certification available to qualified students:

Industry Certification	Provider Name
CareerSafe/OSHA	Occupational Safety & Health Administration
EPA 608 Certification	Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Institute