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A promising career in a very successful industry
This career is one that allows you to learn at your own pace. The industry is wide open with an abundance of available jobs. Being able to learn at your own pace and working outdoors is just a couple of great reasons to start this career. It’s up to you how fast you progress and what different jobs you can choose from in the field. This program will help you stand out above someone without any knowledge.
The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology curriculum provides the basic knowledge to develop skills necessary to work with residential and light commercial systems. Topics include mechanical refrigeration, heating and cooling theory, electricity, controls, and safety. The diploma program covers air conditioning, furnaces, heat pumps, tools and instruments. In addition, the AAS degree covers residential building codes, residential system sizing, and advanced comfort systems. Diploma graduates should be able to assist in the start up, preventive maintenance, service, repair, and/or installation of residential and light commercial systems. AAS degree graduates should be able to demonstrate an understanding of system selection and balance and advanced systems.
Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program allows a student to obtain a promising career in a very successful industry. Students will gain knowledge in their field that will set them apart from any other new hire applicants. The industry is in desperate need of newly trained qualified applicants. MTCC will help you enter the field ready for the challenge ahead.
Brandon Hensley
Dean of Career & Technical Education
828-652-0641