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HVAC Level I
This 180 hour course provides students with an introduction to the trade. Subjects taught are mathematics, tools of the trade and intro to heating and cooling. Students will become entry level HVAC helpers.
Curriculum:
| Core Curriculum |
72.5 Hours |
| Introduction to HVAC |
2.5 Hours |
| Trade Mathematics |
15 Hours |
| Tools of the Trade |
5 Hours |
| Copper and Plastic Pipe Practices |
15 Hours |
| Soldering and Brazing |
7.5 Hours |
| Ferrous Metal Piping Practices |
5 Hours |
| Basic Electricity |
12.5 Hours |
| Introduction to Cooling |
30 Hours |
| Introduction to Heating |
15 Hours |
HVAC Level II
This 180 hour course guides students through the second phase of becoming an entry level HVAC helper. Students are taught air distribution systems, chimneys, vents and flues to mention a few. Prerequisites: HVAC Level 1.
Curriculum:
| Air Distribution Systems |
10 Hours |
| Chimneys, Vents, and Flues |
5 Hours |
| Maintenance Skills for the Service Technician |
17.5 Hours |
| Alternating Current |
7.5 Hours |
| Basic Electronics |
5 Hours |
| Electric Heating |
5 Hours |
| Introduction to Control Circuit Troubleshooting |
30 Hours |
| Accessories and Optional Equipment |
7.5 Hours |
| Metering Devices |
7.5 Hours |
| Compressors |
15 Hours |
| Heat Pumps |
15 Hours |
| Leak Detection, Evacuation, Recovery, Charging |
20 Hours |
| Field Labs |
35 Hours |
HVAC Level III
This 180 hour course is the third phase of HVAC training. Students learn planned maintenance, troubleshooting gas heating, electrical heating, oil heating and cooling. Students enter the job market as intermediate HVAC helpers. Prerequisite: HVAC Level 1 and 2.
Curriculum:
| Planned Maintenance |
20 Hours |
| Troubleshooting Gas Heating |
12.5 Hours |
| Troubleshooting Electric Heating |
15 Hours |
| Troubleshooting Oil Heating |
10 Hours |
| Troubleshooting Cooling |
20 Hours |
| Troubleshooting Heat Pumps |
12.5 Hours |
| Troubleshooting Accessories |
15 Hours |
| Troubleshooting Electronic Controls |
10 Hours |
| Hydronic Heating and Cooling Systems |
30 Hours |
| Airside Systems |
15 Hours |
| Air Properties and Air System Balancing |
20 Hours |
HVAC Level IV
This180 hour course provide students with the final phase of training towards becoming an HVAC technician. This course covers construction drawings and specifications, indoor air quality and building management systems. Students will become advanced HVAC technician helpers.
Prerequisites: HVAC Levels 1, 2, and 3.
Curriculum:
| Construction Drawings and Specifications |
5 Hours |
| Indoor Air Quality |
15 Hours |
| Energy Conservation Equipment |
10 Hours |
| Building Management Systems |
17.5 Hours |
| Water Treatment |
10 Hours |
| System Startup and Shutdown |
22.5 Hours |
| Heating and Cooling System Design |
25 Hours |
| Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration |
22.5 Hours |
| Field Labs |
32.5 Hours |
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