An instructional program that 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.

Before enrolling in this program, it is recommended that students take the following courses:

• Applied Math II & III
• Algebra I & II
• Geometry
• English, College Prep English, Technical Writing or Communications
• General Science
• Principles of Technology 

Skill Needed :

        Read and interpret technical material at grade level  

       Color perception     
       Physical stamina     
       Eye/hand coordination

       Technicial Math

       Advanced Math

Comminication Skills
              

     Certifications:

  Students can complete an ACCA (Air Conditioning  

  Contractors of America) approved course in refrigerant

  recovery. With successful completion of this course and

  final examination, students will earn an ACCA refrigerant

  recovery license, a nationally recognized credential

 Refrigerant recovery certification

 North American Technician Excellence 

  certification

  Universal R-410A safety training/ certification

HVACR Excellence Accrediation  January 2007-January 2013

H V A C- Excellence Information

College Advanced Credits:

CCAC

Penn State University

Advanced Standing At Local Private Trade Schools

Employment Of HVAC technicians is expected to increase faster than the average for all occupations though the year 2010. As the population and concern for energy conservation grows, so does the demand for new energy-saving residential,commercial, and industrial climate control systems.

The median hourly earnings for HVAC technicians in the year 2000 was ($12.25 to $19.92 ) and is expected to increase steadily into the next decade.

Some of the exciting position available are: HVAC Installer, Service Technician, Sheet metal Worker, Pipe Fitter, Service Manager, Estimator, Building Maintenance Coordinator and HVAC Company Owner

Piping Installation, Electrical Wiring, Troubleshooting, Plumbing, Sheet Metal, Refrigeration, Central Air-Conditioning, and Many Work Based Opportunities

Curriculum:

• Professional Development
• Safety
• Tools
• Tubing, Fitting, Soldering and Brazing
• Compressors
• Electricity
• Wiring Diagrams
• Electric Motors
• Sheet Metal/Duct Systems
• Basic Refrigeration
• Domestic Refrigeration
• Window Air Conditioners
• Residential Heating/Cooling Systems
• Commercial Heating/Cooling Systems
• Heat Pumps