HVAC/R Mechanics
Overview
The certificate in Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning/Refrigeration is composed of the first-year technical courses of the Associate Degree in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Technology. It provides the graduate with the basic technical skills needed to enter the service industry.
The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration program at Midlands Technical College is designed to train entry-level technicians. Hands-on experience is combined with theory to provide students with well-balanced preparation for careers. Students will be able to plan, install, operate, and maintain a wide variety of residential and light commercial air conditioning, refrigeration and heating equipment.
Special Requirements
Students are required to purchase hand tools and personal safety equipment at an approximate cost of $1050.
Program Type
Academic CertificateHow to Enroll
To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.
Questions?
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
|---|---|
| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
Full Time
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (12 Credit Hours) |
ACR-101 |
Fundamentals of Refrigeration Fundamentals of Refrigeration ID: ACR-101 Credit Hours: 5 This course covers the refrigeration cycle, refrigerants, pressure temperature relationship, and system components. |
• | 5 | |||
| ACR-102 |
Tools and Service Techniques Tools and Service Techniques ID: ACR-102 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a basic study of the uses of tools and service equipment used in the installation and repair of HVAC equipment. |
• | 3 | ||||
| ACR-106 |
Basic Elec for HVAC/R Basic Elec for HVAC/R ID: ACR-106 Credit Hours: 4 This course includes a basic study of electricity, including Ohm's law and series and parallel circuits as they relate to heating, ventilating, air conditioning and/or refrigeration systems. |
• | 4 | ||||
| Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours) |
ACR-110 |
Heating Fundamentals Heating Fundamentals ID: ACR-110 Credit Hours: 4 This course covers the basic concepts of oil, gas, and electric heat, their components and operation. |
• | 4 | |||
| ACR-120 |
Basic Air Conditioning Basic Air Conditioning ID: ACR-120 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of various types of air conditioning equipment including electrical components, schematics and service to the refrigerant circuit. |
• | 4 | ||||
| ACR-210 |
Heat Pumps Heat Pumps ID: ACR-210 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of theory and operational principles of the heat pump. |
• | 4 | ||||
| ACR-250 |
Duct Fabrication Duct Fabrication ID: ACR-250 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the design, fabrication, and installation of air duct systems. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 3 (8 Credit Hours) |
ACR-130 |
Domestic Refrigeration Domestic Refrigeration ID: ACR-130 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of domestic refrigeration equipment. |
• | 4 | |||
| ACR-131 |
Commercial Refrigeration Commercial Refrigeration ID: ACR-131 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of maintenance and repair of commercial refrigeration systems. |
• | 4 | ||||
| Total Credit Hours | 35 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$7,000.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Further Your Education
Two schools in the US offer 4-year degrees in HVACR leading to senior-level careers in HVACR service and engineering:
The current average starting salary for HVAC graduates of Ferris State University is $58,000 per year. MTC has an articulation agreement with Ferris State University which streamlines the transfer/admissions process.
HVACR Installation or Service Technician
Immediate employment awaits for graduates of HVACR at Midlands Tech. Our near-perfect employment rate for graduates speaks for itself. Willing graduates can find immediate employment, usually in residential HVAC, leading to a career in commercial HVACR or any one of several career options if desired. The career opportunities can best be perused by looking at this HVAC career map.