HVAC
Harkness - Potter
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Program Summary
Program Summary
Students will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of residential and light commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installation, service, and repair. Topics of study include: potable water systems, forced air heating systems, steam and hydronic heating systems, drainage, waste and vents, and central air conditioning systems. Students will practice soldering, brazing, blue print interpretation and isometric drawing analysis. Students will earn trade related certifications like OSHA 10 and EPA 608.
Program Highlights
Program Highlights
Gain an understanding of the fundamentals of heating and air conditioning installation, service, and repair.
Interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics to effectively assemble, prepare, and install piping and HVAC equipment for a variety of residential and light commercial applications.
Be part of the team that constructs a modular home in conjunction with the Building Trades and Electrical Systems programs.
Get training on the latest green and solar technologies.
College Affiliations
College Affiliations
Alfred State College
SUNY Canton
University of Northwestern Ohio
Mohawk Valley Community College
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Entry Level
Entry Level
Appliance Repair Technician
Building Maintenance Technician
Counter Sales Technician
HVAC Installer
HVAC Apprentice
Service Technician
Technical Careers
Technical Careers
Estimator
HVAC Technician
Industrial HVAC Technician
Pipe Fitter
Union Steamfitter
Professional Careers
Professional Careers
Building Inspector
Building Superintendent
Contractor
Mechanical Engineer
Operations Manager
HVAC Educator
Entrepreneur
Program Considerations
Program Considerations
Able to understand and follow safety standards
Strong math skills; measurements, conversions, fractions, geometry, trigonometry
Strong reading comprehension
Lift and move up to 50+ lbs.
Strong science skills; environment and sanitation
Classroom Information
Classroom Information
Students are responsible for purchasing leather gloves, work shoes, a tool belt, and basic hand tools.
Large class size (28+)
Safety Standards are rigorous (OHSA compliance mandated)•Shop is a loud and hot environment
Physically Demanding
EPA 608 Certification
OSHA 10 Certification
work in teams and individually
work out in elements
will work with hazardous materials
will work on ladders
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