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HVAC/R Technician (Voucher Included)

This course will train you to service, maintain, and troubleshoot complex heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. You will gain the necessary situational knowledge and technical skills to prepare you for an entry-level role in the HVAC/R field.

$2,895.00 (USD)

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                                330 Course Hrs
                            

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                                    GES786
                            
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                                12 Months
                            
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Overview

This online HVAC/R training course will prepare you for an entry-level career in the HVAC/R industry by providing hands-on guidance for service, repair, and solutions.

During this HVAC/R certification program, you will learn from in-depth materials to understand HVAC/R service and repair, environmental challenges and solutions, and service call simulations that bring concepts to life.

From safety, tools, and equipment best practices to commercial and residential appliance fundamentals—this HVAC/R technician course is designed to help you succeed in your new career. You will thoroughly understand key HVAC/R topics, including heat, temperature and pressure, refrigeration and refrigerants, safety practices, tools and equipment, leak detection, system evacuation, refrigeration oil management, system charging, automatic controls, electric motors, and much more. Reinforce your learning by engaging in over 200 course simulations and challenges to test your knowledge and skills.

This HVAC/R technician course also emphasizes the importance of soft skills such as communication, decision-making, time management, problem-solving, and accepting responsibility.

At the completion of your HVAC/R training, you will be ready to pass all 17 HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certificates, the EPA 608, and the NATE Ready to Work Certificate. A voucher package is included with your HVAC/R certification enrollment, which includes the HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certificate exam and the EPA 608 Certification exam. Please research your state's requirements prior to enrollment to ensure this HVAC technician course is the right fit for you.

HVAC/R Certification Exams

This HVAC/R certified technician program will provide the necessary information to pass the following entry-level certificate exams:

HVAC Excellence ESCO Group: 17 Employment Ready Certificates
NATE: Ready to Work Certificate
EPA 608: Section 608 Universal Technician Certification

Upon completion of this HVAC/R training, you will also receive a voucher package for the HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certificate exam* that includes:

1 Employment Ready Certificate for Electrical
1 Employment Ready Certificate for Air Conditioning
1 EPA 608 Voucher

*Proctor fees may apply

Objective

Outline

Introduction

Heat, Temperature, and Pressure
Matter and Energy
Refrigeration and Refrigerants

Safety, Tools and Equipment, and Shop Practices

General Safety Practices
Tools and Equipment
Fasteners
Tubing and Piping
Leak Detection, System Evacuation, and System Cleanup
Refrigeration and Oil Chemistry and Management – Recovery, Recycling, and Reclaiming, and Retrofitting
System Charging
Calibrating Instruments
Simulation: Safety Quiz
Simulation: Soft Skills Quiz

Automatic Controls

Basic Electricity and Magnetism
Introduction to Automatic Controls
Automatic Control Components and Applications
Troubleshooting Basic Controls
Advanced Automatic Controls-Direct Digital Controls (DDCs) and Pneumatics

Electric Motors

Types of Electric Motors
Application of Motors
Motor Controls
Troubleshooting Electric Motors

Commercial Refrigeration, Part 1

Evaporators and the Refrigeration System
Condensers
Compressors

Commercial Refrigeration, Part 2

Expansion Devices
Special Refrigeration Systems
Commercial Ice Machines

Commercial Refrigeration, Part 3

Special Refrigeration Applications
Troubleshooting and Typical Operating Conditions for Commercial Refrigeration

Air-Conditioning (Heating and Humidification)

Electric Heat
Gas Heat
Oil Heat
Hydronic Heat
Indoor Air Quality

Air-Conditioning (Cooling)

Comfort and Psychometrics
Refrigeration Applied to Air-Conditioning
Air Distribution and Balance
Installation
Residential Energy Auditing
Typical Conditions
Troubleshooting

All-Weather Systems

Heat Gains and Heat Losses in Structures
Air Source Heat Pumps
Geothermal Heat Pumps

Domestic Appliances

Domestic Refrigerators and Freezers
Room Air Conditioners

Commercial Air-Conditioning and Chilled-Water Systems

High-Pressure, Low-Pressure, and Absorption Chilled-Water Systems
Cooling Towers and Pumps
Operation, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting of Chilled-Water Air-Conditioning Systems
Commercial, Packaged Rooftop, Variable Refrigerant Flow, and Variable Air Volume Systems

Simulation Challenge Mode: HVAC
Simulation Challenge Mode: Electricity for HVAC
Soft Skills and the HVACR Technician

Communication
Decision-Making
Time Management
Problem Solving
Accepting Responsibility

Requirements

Prerequisites

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Instructor

Mike Baker

Mike Baker has been an instructor since 2011. Previously, he was HVAC Program Director at both Virginia College and Vista College. Baker was a HVAC technician for several decades and has experience hiring, training, and managing HVAC Technicians. He holds numerous HVAC Excellence certifications, several Green Mechanical Council certifications, an EPA 608 Universal certification, and Emerson Climate Technology certifications. He has served as both an HVAC Excellence Instructor and Exam Proctor.

FAQs

What is the average salary of an HVAC technician?

According to Lightcast labor data, the average salary for an HVAC technician is $56,607 per year.

What is an HVAC technician? What does an HVAC technician do?

According to Indeed.com, an HVAC technician specializes in the maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems within residential and commercial properties. An HVAC technician is responsible for a wide range of duties related to the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning of a building. In addition to installing new units, an HVAC technician replaces existing units, repairs damaged units, or performs regular maintenance to keep units operating correctly. They may work on units in finished structures or install them in buildings under construction. HVAC technicians can work as individuals or with maintenance companies.

Does this course prepare for a certification?

Yes, this prepares for the EPA 608 certification. Primarily, it prepares for entry-level certificates needed to enter the HVAC/R industry. You will be able to pass all 17 of the HVAC Excellence Employment Ready certificates, and the NATE Ready to Work certificate. However, you will only be provided with an exam voucher package for HVAC Excellence exam.

When can I start the course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive twelve (12) months to complete the course.

What if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Am I guaranteed a job?

This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

Can I get financial assistance?

This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance.

How can I get more information about this course?

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