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Prepare for a career keeping homes, businesses and industrial facilities comfortable year-round.
Moraine Valley offers a unique comprehensive stackable program that allows students to enter the workforce fast. Get started with Heating and Air Conditioning certificates that provide you with the skills to start working while advancing your education.
Students can complete a series of certificates in the Heating and Air Conditioning field that when combined with some additional electives will result in an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Stationary Engineering. Most certificates can be completed in as little as two semesters. Learn the basics or advance on to more technical specialties that will increase your marketability with future employers.
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Stay in-demand with a Career in Heating and Air Conditioning
Demand for electro-mechanical technicians is likely to grow as demand increases for engineers to design and build new equipment in various fields.
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers鈥攐ften called HVACR technicians鈥攚ork 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 are stackable and can result in an A.A.S. in stationary engineering.
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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 Basic Air Conditioning Technician Certificate at Moraine Valley is designed to be completed in about one year.
This program prepares students for entry-level positions in the heating and air conditioning service and installation industry.
The employment potential for heating, air conditioning and refrigeration technicians is favorable and expected to increase as fast as the average. Concern for the environment and energy conservation should continue to prompt the development of new energy-saving heating and air-conditioning systems. Also, the demand for maintenance and service work should increase as businesses and homeowners strive to keep systems operating at peak efficiency.
This program qualifies for up to $8,000 in tuition assistance.
Potential careers in HVAC
Moraine Valley鈥檚 Heating and Air Conditioning certificate program helps students gain practical experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems while developing the technical skills employers value.
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| Program | Type of Credential | Curriculum Code | Department or Division |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | 1215 | Mechanical Technologies |
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