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The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) program will provide students with the education and training to begin careers as a climate control technicians. The program is offered with a two-year or three-year track because of the large number of credits required.
In addition to the HVAC Associate of Applied Science degree, the program also offers the following certificates: Advanced HVAC Certificate, Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Certificate, Heating Services Certificate and HVAC Certificate.
This multi-disciplinary program includes heating, ventilation, refrigeration, air conditioning and electricity. Through problem solving, inquiry and analysis skills gained while in the program, students will be prepared to enter the field to design, install, service, maintain and troubleshoot residential and commercial HVAC systems.
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Read and interpret electrical diagrams, wire control systems from electrical diagrams, set controls, design controls systems and diagnose and repair faults in electrical control systems
- Properly size HVAC systems, design HVAC systems, correctly install HVAC system components, install HVAC systems following the relevant codes and industry practice
- Articulate the purpose and operation of HVAC system components, the operation of HVAC systems, diagnose, repair faults and perform maintenance on HVAC systems • Demonstrate positive work traits and good customer skills and continue to upgrade their knowledge and skills
Students will obtain the educational training portion of the State of NH Gas Fitters Piping Installer’s license while in HVAC134/HVAC135. Upon completion of the classes, students will be offered the opportunity to take the approved State of NH Piping Installer’s exam.
Students will obtain the educational training associated with Section 608 (EPA) Certification while in HVAC121. Upon completion of the class, students will be offered the opportunity to obtain their Section 608 (EPA) Certification.
Students will obtain the educational training associated with the NORA Bronze Certification while in HVAC114/HVAC115. Upon completion of the classes, students will be offered the opportunity to obtain their NORA Bronze Certification.
Students who complete all HVAC courses associated with the HVAC Associate degree will also receive 500 hours towards the required 1000 hours of OJT for the State of NH Gas Fitters License.