Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration

Program Description
The Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration Program includes classroom and shop instruction in the basic principles of air conditioning and refrigeration that apply to commercial and residential systems. Students entering this program will develop the basic knowledge and skills for entry level employment as installers or mechanics in the air conditioning, refrigeration and heating industry or provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in this occupation. Both classroom and laboratory work will be necessary for completion of the program. Students will become acquainted with the overall industry and learn the latest employability skills. To learn more about our HVAC/R program, please schedule an appointment with Kim Dunn, our Career Specialist / Admissions Advisor.
Certifications Available
- OSHA 10
- EPA 608 – Universal
- 410A
- NCCER HVAC Core
- NCCER HVAC Level I
- NCCER HVAC Level II
- NATE-ICE
College Credit Award
Program completers may receive articulated credit toward an aligned certificate, A.A.S. or A.S. degree program at participating institutions in the Tampa Bay Career Pathways Consortium. Details may be obtained from the Admissions Advisor/Career Specialist and/or School Counselor.
Career Information
Possible careers after two years post-secondary training and two years field experience: Heating, air conditioning and refrigeration mechanic, air conditioning installer helper
Possible careers after four-year university degree: Engineer, engineering technician
Basic Skills Exit Requirements
Computations (Mathematics) 10 Communications (Reading and Language Arts) 9
In order to be a program completer, some students must meet minimum math, language, and reading achievement level exit standards on the TABE or qualifying exam, unless otherwise exempt, as established by the Florida Department of Education. Additional information can be found on Page 5 of the MTC Catalog.
Uniforms
The uniform for this program consists of an MTC HVAC/R shirt. Orders for work shirts will be taken at the start of class. A minimum of five complete uniforms is required to maintain proper hygiene and cleanliness. For safety reasons, it will be necessary to purchase and wear safety glasses and hard leather work shoes with non-skid, oil resistant soles. Proper uniform and safety equipment must be worn every day for participation in program activities. Failure to be in proper uniform will hinder student progress.
Tools
Basic hand tools and equipment are suggested for this program. Information regarding tools, brands, and discount prices will be discussed in detail during the first week of class.
Important Links
Program Instructor
Frank Hurlburt, Instructor
25+ Years In-Field Experience
Building 2, Room 02-002
Valerie Jimenez, Instructor
Building 2, Room 02-001
Contact
Kim Dunn, Admissions Advisor
727-774-1703
kdunn@pasco.k12.fl.us
Victoria Lockwood, Career Placement Coordinator
727-774-1710
vlockwoo@pasco.k12.fl.us