The daytime and evening Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration program at CV Tech is a NCCER affiliated program. Students learn the fundamentals of safety, mechanics, refrigeration, electricity for HVACR, residential and light commercial air conditioning, domestic and commercial refrigeration, and sheet metal. Students will take the AHRI Certification.

Evening program is adult only.

Occupations

Entry Level Salary Range

Licensure/Certification

Resources

Local Program

Residential and Light Commercial HVACR Technician, OCAS 9059/9080
Courses Hours OCAS
HVACR Safety 90
Construction Core 120
EPA Certification Requirements 40
Intro and Basic Electricity 60
Trade Math 60
Cooling 60
Heating 40
Piping And Piping Practices 60
Sheet Metal 60
AC Circuits and Components 30
AC Components and Procedures 80
Heat Pumps 25
Basic Maintenance 25
Chimneys, Vents And Flues 10
Air Duct Systems and Air Quality 40
Commercial Airside and Hydronic Systems 30
Electrical Troubleshooting 35
Heating and Cooling Systems Troubleshooting 35
Zoning/Ductless/Variable Refrigerant Flow Systems 20
Commercial Hydronic and Steam Systems 20
Retail Refrigeration Systems 20
Ductless Mini-split 30
Customer Relations 10
Total Hours 1000

Suggested Entry Level Skills

Clothing Requirement

Closed-toe shoes and proper PPE are required and long pants are recommended in the shop.

Instructor and Program Information

I am happy to speak with students/parents (for students under 18) about grades, learning progress, classroom behavior, or any other questions or concerns you may have about my class. Email is the easiest way to contact me; I check email daily and try to respond within 24 hours. You can also call after school (3:15-4:15) to speak to me.

Grading

Grades will be calculated based on the following weighted categories:

30% Theory60% Performance10% Employability

Instructional Methods

Students are expected to meet the course goals and demonstrate their understanding of specific concepts. Various instructional strategies will be used: lecture, textbooks, digital handouts, hands-on practice with manipulatives, class discussions, Internet tutorials, leadership activities, guest speakers and special projects. Students will work independently and in groups. Assignments require students to use academic skills of reading, writing and math along with technical skills.

Safety

  • Students are required to pass a safety test with a grade of 100%
  • Safe operation of equipment and safe work habits will ensure the personal well being of students
  • Students must wear appropriate personal protective equipment for the task they are doing
  • Report any broken, damage, or malfunction of equipment to the instructor immediately
  • Do not move or tamper with equipment; the equipment is set up and arranged in a necessary manner

Substitute

  • Follow all class policies and procedures; comply with substitute requests even if different from normal routine
  • Students will remain in class; no passes out of the room unless a student is requested by the office
  • For safety reasons; some programs may limit access to the shop or lab when there is a substitute
  • Help the substitute in any way you can and be a positive representative of CV Tech

Program Expectations

  • Speak kindly. Good communication with peers and instructors is an important skill. Actions such as gossiping, inappropriate joking, cursing, derogatory remarks, and disruptions are unprofessional and will not be tolerated.

  • Arrive ready. When the bell rings be in assigned seat and in uniform (if required).

  • Time on task. Spend time on task: participate in instructional activities, follow directions, work with peers, etc.

  • Clean. A clean work space is necessary for safety. Every student will clean as they go and clean at the end of the day.

  • Tools. All tools must be returned to tool room at end of class

  • Ask for help. It is normal to have questions about difficult sections of learning. Please ask for help by raising your hand to have a section explained again or ask to step into the office if you would like to speak privately.

  • Track progress. Students will use a plan of study to track their progress. Failing to meet deadlines will result in zeros.

  • Break Time. Use your break for personal business (restroom, phone calls, food, drink); you must go to the break area.

  • Cell phones. While cell phones are convenient, they are a distraction to your learning. Please put them on silent and put them in the designated location. Refer to the CVTC Student Handbook for the school policy.

  • Professional behavior. Display professional behavior at all times; this means no horseplay, yelling, running, etc.

  • Solve problems. If a discipline problem should arise, the steps below will be followed:
    1st Incident – Warning and in class student/teacher conference to find a solution to the problem
    2nd Incident – Student/teacher conference and parent notification
    3rd Incident – Parent/student/teacher conference; conference may include administrator or counselor as needed
    4th Incident – Administrator notified and consequence to be determined
    Severe disruptions or repeated problem behavior will result in removal from class and administrator notification

CV Tech Student Handbook Topics

The instructor will discuss the following topics in the student handbook. The handbook can be accessed at cvtech.edu.

DETAILS

The daytime and evening Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration program at CV Tech is an NCCER affiliated program. Students learn the fundamentals of safety, mechanics, refrigeration, electricity for HVACR, residential and light commercial air conditioning, domestic and commercial refrigeration, and sheet metal. Students will take the AHRI Certification.

Evening program is adult only.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATIONS

– This program counts for two years experience toward the required three years in order to sit for the Journeyman licensure exam.
– Advanced placement with Sheet Metal Union
– Techniques and Regulations for the Safe Handling of Flammable Hydrocarbon and Hydrofluoroolefin Refrigerants

OCCUPATIONS

RESIDENTIAL AND LIGHT COMMERICAL HVACR TECHNICIAN

CoursesHours
HVACR Safety90
Construction Core120
Intro and Basic Electricity60
Trade Math60
Cooling60
Heating40
Piping and Piping Practices60
Sheet Metal60
AC Circuits and Components30
AC Components and Procedures80
Heat Pumps25
Basic Maintenance25
Chimneys, Vents and Flues10
Air Duct Systems and Air Quality40
Commercial Airside and Hydronic Systems30
Electrical Troubleshooting50
Heating and Cooling Systems Troubleshooting50
Zoning, Ductless and Variable Refrigerant Flow Systems20
Commercial Hydronic and Steam Systems20
Retail Refrigeration Systems20
Customer Relations10
Total Hours1,000