Learn residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems. Study the refrigeration cycle, electrical controls, and master brazing and soldering. Successful students will be ready for direct employment in residential and light commercial HVAC service and installation.
Eligibility
Grades 11-12
*Entering 12th grade: students can complete year 1 with JTED and can continue in the college program as a graduate at their own expense. First year 12th grade students are only enrolled if lab space is available.
Other Requirements
- Students must complete JTED & PCC Onboarding requirements
- Complete JTED enrollment
- Apply to PCC
- Attend JTED & PCC New Student Orientation
- Upload and submit college forms (Verification of Lawful Presence, FERPA)
Things to Consider
- 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.
- Earn college credit while in the program.
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
- 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
Credits
3/Year
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
