Turn up the heat on your career.

Level up the skills you already have in heating, air conditioning and refrigeration.
This program combines both lecture and hands-on components for commercial heating, air conditioning and refrigeration maintenance and installation training. The certificate will serve students who currently are in the field and can demonstrate advanced proficiency or those students who have completed the courses necessary for the Advanced Air Conditioning Tech Certificate.
The commercial systems courses deliver advanced content that is not appropriate for students who have not had the initial training on residential equipment. Students will be trained on commercial equipment and will use advanced digital controls like those found in large commercial buildings or multibuilding campuses.
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Heating, air conditioning and refrigeration mechanics and installers — often called HVACR technicians — work on heating, ventilation, cooling and refrigeration systems that control the temperature and air quality in buildings.
Heating, air conditioning and refrigeration mechanics and installers typically do the following:
- Install, clean and maintain HVACR systems
- Install electrical components and wiring
- Inspect and test HVACR systems and components
- Discuss system malfunctions with customers
- Repair or replace worn or defective parts
- Recommend maintenance to improve system performance
- Keep records of work performed
The certificates offered can be combined to earn an A.A.S. in stationary engineering.
Gainful Employment Disclosures – 2019
This program will cost $9,220 if completed within normal time. There may be additional costs for living expenses. These costs were accurate at the time of posting, but may have changed.
Of the students who completed this program within normal time, the typical graduate leaves with N/A* of debt.
*Fewer than 10 students completed this program within normal time. This number has been withheld to preserve the confidentiality of the students.
The following states do not have licensure requirements for this profession: Illinois
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The Commercials Systems Service Tech Certificate is designed to be completed in about one semester.
This program combines both lecture and hands-on components for commercial heating, air conditioning and refrigeration maintenance and installation training. The certificate will serve students who currently are in the field and can demonstrate advanced proficiency or those students who have completed the courses necessary for the Advanced Air Conditioning Tech Certificate. The Commercial Systems courses deliver advanced content that is not appropriate for students who have not had the initial training on residential equipment. Students will be trained on commercial equipment and will use advanced digital controls like those found in large commercial buildings or multi-building campuses.
This program prepares the student for an advanced career as a heating, air conditioning and refrigeration mechanic, installer or service representative.
This program qualifies for up to $8,000 in tuition assistance.
Potential careers in Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Moraine Valley’s Commercial Systems Service Tech Certificate Program prepares heating, air conditioning and refrigeration mechanics and installers — often called HVACR technicians — to work on heating, ventilation, cooling and refrigeration systems that control the temperature and air quality in buildings.








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Your instructors don’t just teach the material, they’ve worked in the field. With experience as technicians in heating, air conditioning and refrigeration, they bring real examples and practical knowledge into every class. You’ll learn what to expect and how to prepare for your first role in the field.
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| Program | Type of Credential | Curriculum Code | Department or Division |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | 1337 | Mechanical Technologies |
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