The HVAC Program prepares students for careers as a licensed plumber or professional certified technician in the field of climate control; heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC). Students will learn how to install, service, and repair environmental systems that control temperature, humidity and air quality. Students also gain hands-on skills installing basic plumbing systems. There is an emphasis on applied math and pipefitting skills.
Related Academics
Students interested in this program should consider courses in algebra, geometry, chemistry, physics or technology and design courses. If a student is interested in owning his/her own business, then courses in accounting, entrepreneurship or business law could also prove to be helpful. A sound background in problem solving and reading comprehension is also helpful.
Students from this program are typically hired by local plumbing and heating contractors such as New England Air Systems, Vermont Mechanical Inc., members of the Vermont Fuel Oil Dealer’s Association and Engelberth Construction.
College Credit and Industry Certification
Students who master all required competencies may choose to test for a Level I certificate in Plumbing and/or HVAC through the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER). Sponsored by Association of General Contractors.
Skilled plumbing students will be given the opportunity to accumulate trade hours toward the Licensed Plumbing Apprenticeship Program.
Labor Market Outlook/Potential Earnings:
Students from this program are typically hired by Agway Heating and Cooling Systems, Climate Systems Inc., Johnson Dix Fuel Corporation, Burt Fuller Plumbing and Heating, Conti Oil, and Ward’s Plumbing and Heating.
