The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by continuous technological advancements and increasing demand for climate control systems. This expansion creates substantial job opportunities for skilled professionals in a trade that remains essential and offers promising career prospects. An HVAC technician is responsible for the critical tasks of installing, maintaining, and repairing these complex systems in both residential and commercial settings. Within this profession, technicians may choose to specialize, focusing either on the precise installation of new systems or the essential maintenance and repair of existing ones.
Our comprehensive online HVAC Technician program is designed to equip you with a broad range of transferable skills that are highly valued in the industry. The curriculum provides a thorough understanding of the HVAC sector, covering planning, management, finance, and technical production skills. It emphasizes the fundamental principles of HVAC technology and critical aspects of health, safety, and environmental responsibility. The primary goal of this program is to prepare students to confidently perform entry-level HVAC maintenance and repair tasks across diverse environments. Furthermore, the course curriculum is specifically structured to prepare students for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 608 Core and 608 Small Appliances (Type 1) Certification exams, which are crucial for professional practice. Upon successful completion of the program, students have the option to gain invaluable practical experience through a volunteer externship with a local employer.
Price: $2,299.00
Federal Financial Aid is not available for non-credit programs.
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Program Objectives
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Understand the landscape of building trades and the technology industry, including diverse career pathways available.
- Recognize and cultivate the professional skills necessary for success and career advancement within the HVAC industry.
- Master basic measurement techniques and mathematical calculations commonly used in building trades.
- Articulate and implement safety procedures and the use of safety equipment standard in building trades workplaces.
- Detail the correct methods for using, maintaining, and ensuring the safety of common hand tools in HVAC applications.
- Detail the correct methods for using, maintaining, and ensuring the safety of common power tools in HVAC applications.
- Identify and apply common rigging equipment and procedures utilized on construction sites.
- Interpret standard construction drawings and plans relevant to HVAC projects.
- Apply the core principles of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration to the practical installation, maintenance, and repair of HVACR systems.
- Implement safety-first practices in all HVACR installation, maintenance, and repair scenarios.
- Competently identify and safely operate both hand and power tools essential for HVAC work.
- Demonstrate the ability to understand and interpret construction drawings and blueprints.
- Describe the licensing, certification, career paths, responsibilities, and typical characteristics of HVACR trade professionals in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
- Execute basic math and measurement tasks accurately as required in the HVAC trade.
- Apply a strong understanding of electricity and electrical safety principles to HVACR installation, maintenance, and repair tasks.
- Utilize knowledge of heating, cooling, and air distribution systems and their individual components in HVACR installation, maintenance, and repair.
- Apply knowledge of various types of piping materials including copper, plastic, and carbon steel in HVACR projects.
- Safely prepare, solder, and braze copper tubing, adhering to safety regulations.
- Accurately measure, cut, ream, thread, install, and join steep pipe in diverse HVACR applications.
- Understand and adhere to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rules and regulations governing HVAC practices.
- Understand EPA specific requirements for handling small appliances, refrigerants, and hazardous chemicals within the HVAC industry.
Certification Opportunities
Graduates of this program are well-prepared to pursue essential national and industry-recognized certifications, enhancing their employability in this rapidly expanding field. A key certification opportunity is the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 Technician Certification, which is highly valued and often required for HVAC professionals.
Optional Volunteer Externship Opportunity
Students who successfully complete this program have the unique opportunity to participate in an optional volunteer externship. This placement with a local company, agency, or organization in a related field provides invaluable hands-on experience, bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world application. Throughout the eLearning program, a dedicated Externship Coordinator will assist students in securing suitable placements to maximize their learning and professional development.
Note: Participating externship facilities may require additional documentation, including health records, immunizations, drug screening results, and criminal background checks to ensure safety and compliance.
Disclosure: This program is offered in partnership with Jefferson Community College and is fully delivered by Condensed Curriculum International (CCI), located at 214 Little Falls Road Fairfield, NJ 07004. Enrollment in this educational program does not entail any additional costs beyond the stated program price.
