Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
(CIP Code 47.0201)
Instructor: Mr. Bennett
The Heating/Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) program prepares students for entry level employment in the HVACR field. Students will develop skills necessary to perform routine maintenance, service HVACR equipment, install HVACR equipment, and troubleshoot HVACR systems. Certifications earned will include: EPA 608 that provides guidelines for the use and handling of refrigerant, OSHA 10, and Werner ladder certification. The program will culminate with students taking the NOCTI examination for HVACR, making them eligible to earn SOAR credits with a proficient score. Students will have the opportunity to earn college credit with post-secondary institutions through articulation agreements.
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HVAC 100
Hand and Power Tools
Steel Pipe Operations Steel Pipe Operations Plastic Pipe and Tubing Ladders and Scaffolds |
Hours
60
90
40
60
20
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HVAC 200
Hand and Power Tools |
Hours
40
40
40
30
30
30
40
40
40
10
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HVAC 300
Hand and Power Tools |
Hours
30
40
70
40
20
50
20
50
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HVAC 400
Safety
Hand and Power Tools Appliances Advanced Pipe Fabrication Tests on Systems Pressure Boilers Hydronic Heating System Pipe Specifications and Systems |
Hours
30
30
60
20
50
90
50
30
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Career Pathways
- Boilermakers
- Helpers—Installation, Maintenance & Repair Workers
- Plumbers, Pipe Fitters, & Steam Fitters
- Retail Salespersons
- Heating & Air Conditioning Mechanics & Installers
- Helpers—Pipe Layers, Plumbers, Pipe Fitters & Steam Fitters
- Control and Valve Installers/Repairers
- Home Appliance Repair
- Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
- Stationary Engineers / Boiler Operators
Industry Certifications
• NOCTI Certification—Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation, and Refrigeration Maintenance
• OSHA 10
• EPA 608
• Werner Ladder Certification
PA BUREAU OF CTE SOAR PROGRAMS
To find out what postsecondary (college) programs articulate skills and tasks from this HVAC program via the Students Occupationally and Academically Ready (SOAR) program, click here and enter this information:
- Select Program of Study: Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation And Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician
- CIP Code: 47.0201
- Select your year of Graduation
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Program Requirements/Costs (approximate)
25’ Measuring Rule……………………..………..$17.00 Safety Glasses……………………………………..$4.00 Hard Sole Work Boots …………………………...$35.00 Work pants (no khakis) ……………………$20 |