HVAC Program

	Programs Auto Body Technology Auto Service Technology Computer Aided Design Construction Trades - Habitat Construction Trades - LEED Cosmetology Early Childhood Development Electrical/Electronic Technologies Financial Management/Accounting Graphic Arts & Printing Health OccupationsHeating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation & RefrigerationInternet, Network & Security Technologies Landscaping & Greenhouse Management Machine Tool Technologies Marketing/E-Commerce Public Safety/Protective Services Rehab Tech Restaurant, Catering & Culinary Management Visual Design Welding Technologies Middle School Pgms School to Careers Pick Your Program Parent Internet Viewer Staff Directory Student Organizations Building Information Calendar	Career Tech Center»Programs»Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation & Refrigeration Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation & Refrigeration Instructor: Tom Skipper Para-Professional: N/A Course Description: Heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration is a 165 billion dollar a year industry that impacts our lives daily and is full of opportunities. Students get the knowledge and develop the skills needed to enter the HVAC/R installation, repair, maintenance, energy management, and design fields. Students will use the latest tools, equipment, and instruments to analyze and diagnose HVAC/R system. Students apply these skills when assisting with the installation of the heating system and ductwork at our Construction Trades homes. View Course Syllabus Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation & Refrigeration (HVAC/R) Student Quotes: "The way this class was taught will really prepare you for a future in the workforce." - HVAC/R student, 2008-09 "My favorite part was that we got to install the heating system at the Habitat House (being built by Construction Trades students)... We have instructors who teach us to care about other people." - HVAC/R student, 2007-08 "I like the how Mr. Skipper would let you try something and let you fail to see how it didn't work and then he would walk you through the right way to do it." - HVAC/R student, 2006-07	Special Features of the Program: In HVAC/R you will learn how to install HVAC/R equipment such as air conditioning units and heating systems. You will also learn about piping systems, fabrication, and installation as well as how to trouble shoot systems using meters and wiring diagrams. In addition, you can apply what you learn in the classroom by working side-by-side with Construction Trades students helping to build a home for Habitat for Humanity. Earn up to 9 credit hours in HVAC/R from Ferris State University and get a head start on your career! View a list of program advisors: HVACR advisory committee