Academic year: 2024-2025
HVAC- 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 See costs of tuition, books, and supplies.
This program is fully eligible for financial aid.
Estimates based on in-state residency. Please visit the following URL to learn more about tutition and fees for this program. https:// www. nwtc. edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees? ProgramCode = 314011
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. Evaluate airflow systems for new and existing applications. Determine heating and cooling demand requirements.
Curriculum
Students following the study plan below will complete the HVAC / R technical diploma in the number of semesters shown.
First Semester 8 Week 1 10601100- HVAC Technology 1 10890101- College 101 1 10804113- College Technical Math 1A 3 10601211- HVAC Electricity 1 2 10620144- Basic Mechanics 1 10449112- OSHA 30 1
8 Week 2 10601231- HVAC Refrigeration / AC 1 2 10601221- HVAC Heating 1 2 10601241- HVAC Installation 2
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
8 Week 2 10601222- HVAC Heating 2 2 10601213- HVAC Electricity 3 3
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
8 Week 2 10601261- HVAC Design Applications 3 10601224- HVAC Heating 4 3
Semester Total 15
Fourth Semester 8 Week 1 10601214- HVAC Electricity 4 3
10601225- HVAC Heating 5 Hydronics 3
8 Week 2 10601234- HVAC Refrigeration / AC 4 3 10601271- HVAC System Troubleshooting 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.
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 30 certification.
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