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Heating , Ventilation , Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician - Technical Diploma

Program Code : 314011

The two-year Heating , Ventilation , Air Conditioning , and Refrigeration ( HVAC / R ) Technician technical diploma prepares students for an entry-level career in heating , ventilation , air conditioning , and refrigeration . HVAC / R technicians install , service , troubleshoot , and repair HVAC / R systems used for the environmental control of buildings and product processes . This includes work on a wide variety of equipment types including residential ( homes ), commercial ( restaurants , offices , hotels ), institutional ( schools , hospitals ), and industrial ( manufacturing plants ). Although HVACR technicians are trained to install , maintain and repair heating , air conditioning and refrigeration systems , many focus their work on installation , maintenance or repair . Some technicians specialize in one or more specific aspects of HVACR such as radiant heating systems , solar panels , testing and balancing , or commercial refrigeration . With completion of additional general studies courses a student can obtain an associate degree in Heating , Ventilation , Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology .

Delivery

Day Full-time

Explore Locations

This program is offered at :

Green Bay

Program Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition : $ 9,696 , Books : $ 789 , Supplies : $ 1,800 Total Approximate Costs $ 12,285

This program is eligible for financial aid . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college )

Estimates based on in-state residency . Learn more about tuition and fees . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees )

Requirements for Program Entry

Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply . Submit the following to transcripts @ nwtc . edu : High school transcript ( or GED / HSED transcript ). College transcript . If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6 , complete or submit a placement evaluation .

Tip ! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step . Have questions ? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start @ nwtc . edu or 920-498-5444 .

Program Outcomes

Install HVAC / R components . Service HVAC / R systems . Troubleshoot HVAC / R systems . Evaluate HVAC / R system designs . Startup , service , and repair HVAC / R systems . Develop , wire , and troubleshoot HVAC / R control circuits . Perform HVAC / R performance tests . Design and install HVAC / R systems .

Curriculum

Students following the study plan below will complete the HVAC / R technical diploma in the number of semesters shown .

Semester Total 15

Second Semester 8 Week 1 10601212 - HVAC Electricity 2 2 10601251 - HVAC Air Systems 1 3 10601232 - HVAC Refrigeration / AC 2-EPA 2

Semester Total 12

Third Semester 8 Week 1 10601223 - HVAC Heating 3 3

10601233 - HVAC Refrigeration / AC 3 3 10601252 - HVAC Air Systems 2 3

Semester Total 15

Fourth Semester 8 Week 1 10601214 - HVAC Electricity 4 3 10601225 - HVAC Heating 5 Hydronics 3

Semester Total 12

Total Credits 54

Curriculum Note : The credit for 10-890-101 , College 101 is an Institutional Requirement for graduation . Consequently , it is not part of the program requirements , but must be passed with a C or better .

Evaluate airflow systems for new and existing applications . Determine heating and cooling demand requirements . Select heating and cooling equipment and auxiliary components . Safely utilize industry standard tools , meters , and test instruments . Communicate and document detailed service reports effectively . Prepare for EPA Refrigerant Handling Exam . Earn OSHA 10 certification .

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