This program covers diagnostic techniques, and the principles of mechanics, electricity and electronics as they relate to the repair, installation, service, and maintenance of HVAC-R systems.
Eligibility
Grade 12
Other Requirements
- Students are required to attend an Information Session in the Spring semester (prior to Onboarding)
- JTED will communicate with students and parents the days and times of the two sessions
- Parents/Guardians complete JTED enrollment
- Students complete PCC Onboarding requirements
- Apply to PCC
- Attend JTED & PCC New Student Orientation
- Upload Verification of Lawful Presence via MyPima
Number of Years to Complete
1 year to complete
Things to Consider
- In this program high school students complete self-paced college classes including online learning.
- Students provide their own transportation to the downtown campus
- In this program, you are a high school student and a college student. Your performance is reflected on your transcript for your high school and Pima Community College.
- Your grades for this course will impact your college GPA as well as your high school GPA.
- Students earn college credit while in the program.
- If you are a high school graduate or have earned a GED, you are not eligible to attend this program through Pima JTED. Please apply directly with PCC.
- Students need to be 18 years old for direct employment.
- Earning a high school diploma or HSE is required for direct employment.
- Students should be able to lift 40 lbs.
Direct Employment
- Entry Level HVAC Technician
- Maintenance Technician
Jobs Available After Additional or Advanced Training
- Residential/Commercial Contractor
- Automation Systems Engineer
- Test & Balance Technician
- Energy Analyst
- Code Inspector
Locations
JTED @ Pima Community College (Downtown)
1255 North Stone Ave.
Schedule Availability
- Classes are scheduled per semester (days & times will vary)
- Students are expected to be on campus 2 evenings a week between 4 – 10 p.m.*
*Class times & locations are subject to change by Pima Community College
Program Completion/Sequence
Year 1
- Semester 1: Customer Relations/Service, Introduction to HVAC, Electrical Safety & basics, Thermostats & Controls, Electric Motors, Variable Speed Motors, OSHA-10 certification, EPA – Section 608 Certification
- Semester 2: Gas-Heating, Heat Pump, System Piping, Air Flow, Basics Service Procedures, Systems Charging, Troubleshooting, Preventative Maintenance
Certifications
- OSHA 10
- EPA 608 Refrigerant Handling Certification
More Information
Supplies
- Clear safety goggles
Uniform
- JTED HVAC shirt
Beneficial Classes to Take in High School
Academic Classes
- Math
- Science
CTE Classes
- Construction Technology
- Welding
- Automotive Tech
