HVAC

The Collins Career Technical Center in Ohio offers a Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) program for individuals interested in becoming HVAC technicians. This program trains students in installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, as well as using tools, equipment, and technology necessary to complete the work. The curriculum covers heating and cooling principles, refrigeration, air distribution, and more. The program is full-time and typically takes nine months to complete. Upon completing the program, students will have the skills and knowledge necessary to work in the HVAC industry. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual wage for heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers was $48,630 in May 2021, and job growth for heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers is projected to be much faster than average for all occupations.

The Heating and Air Conditioning program teaches how to install, repair, and maintain light commercial and residential heating and cooling systems and obtain ESCO HVAC excellence certifications. This course covers classroom and laboratory experiences including, but not limited to, Applied Communications, Applied Math, and Employability Skills.

Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers typically do the following:

• Install, clean, and maintain HVACR systems
• Install electrical components and wiring
• Inspect and test HVACR systems and components
• Discuss system malfunctions with customers
• Repair or replace worn or defective parts
• Recommend maintenance to improve system performance
• Keep records of work performed