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
- JTED will communicate with students and parents the days and times of the sessions
- Parents/Guardians complete JTED enrollment
- Students complete PCC Onboarding requirements
- Apply to PCC
- Attend JTED & PCC New Student Orientation
Number of Years to Complete
1.5 years to complete (Fall, Spring & Summer sessions)
Things to Consider
- In this program high school students complete
- Hybrid classes (a blend of in-person and online learning)
- 80% mastery required on all certification exams
- 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.
- Students need to be 18 years old & have an Arizona driver’s license for direct employment.
- Earning a high school diploma or HSE is required for direct employment.
- Students should be able to lift 40 lbs.
- If student wants their EPA certification, they will be required to complete level II & III HVAC classes in the Summer session.
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
- Fall
- BCT 105 – Professionalism in Service, Construction Math, Basic Rigging
- BCT 107 – Basic Safety, Hand & Power Tools, Blueprint reading
- Spring
- BCT 132 – Residential & Industrial HVAC I
- Summer
- BCT133 – Residential & Industrical HVAC II
- BCT134 Residential & Industrial HVAC III
Certifications
- OSHA (Fall)
- EPA 608 Refrigerant Handling Certification (Summer)
Credits
1.5 high school elective credits for the year
More Information
Supplies
- Clear safety goggles
- Closed-toe shoes (work boots are ideal – but not required)
- Mechanic gloves
Uniform
- JTED HVAC shirt
Beneficial Classes to Take in High School
Academic Classes
- Math
- Science
CTE Classes
- Construction Technology
- Welding
- Automotive Tech
