Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning is a Certificate program offered by Southeastern Technical Institute in South Easton, MA. The program takes 35 weeks to complete, with a total tuition of $9,000.
Program Overview
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Program Resources
HVAC/R Foundations I: Pipe Joining and Electrical Applications and Introduction to Gas, Oil and Refrigeration Systems. 370 hours
HVAC/R I: Foundations is the introductory course covering HVAC/R systems and the foundational components. Students will learn basic electrical circuitry, safety protocols, Ohm’s law, and how to read electrical meters. Key topics include series and parallel circuits, types of switches and controls used in the HVAC industry, and interpreting common electrical symbols and schematics. Additionally, students will develop an understanding of the Massachusetts Electrical Code as it relates to the HVAC industry.
The course also offers hands-on experience with piping skills essential to the HVAC industry. Students will practice torch safety, pipe cutting, pipe bending, pipe threading, making mechanical connections, soldering, and brazing. They will also be introduced to PEX tubing, PVC piping, and related connections.
Furthermore, students will learn the basic installation and service of industrial refrigeration systems, which are critical for keeping restaurant food products fresh, canned beverages cold, and grocery store produce and frozen goods at the proper temperatures.
This course prepares students for the EPA Section 608 examination by introducing them to the relevant EPA laws and regulations governing refrigerants, including their storage, disposal, and recovery methods.
HVAC/R II: Installation and Service of Gas, Oil, and Refrigeration Systems
Building on their foundational skills, students in this course will advance their knowledge and expertise. They will learn to set up and install systems, including a hydronic boiler, and construct the associated piping connections. This includes adding various safety valves, pumps, control valves, and accessories to the system. All systems will be tested, adjusted, and live-fired to meet state and local codes.
School Information
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
$11,275.00 published in-district total.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Curriculum
Students will learn the basic operating sequence for oil-fired heating equipment and identify and correctly use the tools and instruments for troubleshooting oil heating systems. Topics covered include nozzle replacement, electrode adjustment, ignition transformer checks, and setting pump pressure.
School Information
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
$11,275.00 published in-district total.