Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

The Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Certificate of Proficiency quickly prepares students for entry-level positions in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. The HVAC Certificate of Proficiency may be applied towards the Technical Certificate in HVAC or as one of the technical disciplines required for the AAS in General Technology. HVAC 1001 - HVAC Internship  is available for students interested in improving their technical skills and making contacts within the HVAC industry.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Students shall understand and follow basic safety standards set forth in the HVAC/R industry.
• Students shall be able to identify and correctly use hand tools, meters, gauges, torches, electrical, digital, and other types of tools commonly used in the HVAC/R industry.
• Students shall have obtained the EPA Certification.
• Students shall be able to follow basic wiring diagrams for HVAC/R equipment
• Students shall be familiar with soft skills while interacting with others and the public.
• Students shall be familiar with “green” technologies and applications.