Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
As the population and economy grow, so does the demand for residential, commercial & industrial climate control systems.
Build a career that keeps homes and businesses comfortable
If you enjoy working with your hands, solving problems, and figuring out how things work, HVAC could be the perfect career for you. In this hands-on program, you'll learn how to install, maintain, and repair the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems that keep homes, schools, hospitals, and businesses comfortable year-round.
Students gain real-world experience working with residential and light commercial HVAC systems while learning electrical controls, refrigeration, troubleshooting, airflow, system installation, maintenance, and repair. You'll develop the technical skills needed to diagnose problems, improve energy efficiency, and keep essential climate control systems operating safely and reliably.
As new homes, businesses, and industries continue to grow, so does the demand for skilled HVAC technicians. Whether you plan to enter the workforce after graduation, continue your education, or pursue an apprenticeship, this program prepares you for a rewarding, high-demand career with opportunities for growth and advancement.
Course Work
- Sheet Metal
- Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems
- Heating and Cooling Systems
- HVAC Refrigeration
- Construction Capstone
Industry Recognized Credentials
- EPA Core + Level 1 (Small Appliances)
- EPA Core + Level 2 (High Pressure)
- EPA Core + Level 3 (Low Pressure)
- EPA Universal (Refrigerant Recovery)
- Aerial Work Platform
- Manlift Operation
- Forklift
- Low GWP Refrigerant Safety
- OSHA 10
- Bleeding Control Basic
- CPR Certification
Career Outlook
- HVAC Repair Technician
- Parts Specialist
- General Maintenance Technician
- Service Technician
- HVAC Installer
- HVAC Sales
- Energy Management Administrator
Other Program Details
ENROLLMENT
PLCC HVAC is a full time program for high school juniors and seniors. Students will have the opportunity to visit and apply during the sophomore year. Class size is limited to 20 students.
SCOPE, SEQUENCE, & CURRICULUM
The Scope, Sequence, and Curriculum document is updated annually with input and ultimate approval from the program’s Advisory Committee of industry professionals. This document contains detailed information about all that the program has to offer its students including the program goals, program alignment with state curriculum standards, a detailed description of each course taught within the program, program grading scale, industry credentials, and college credit opportunities specific to the program, and the program teacher’s own notes and input.
STUDENT ORGANIZATION
Skills USA
PROGRAM FEES
$100 / year
COLLEGE CREDIT POTENTIAL
All programs at PLCC have the potential for either direct articulated credits at select colleges and/or universities or are able to acquire college credits through career technical assurance guides (CTAGs) in cooperation with the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
ON THE JOB TRAINING
During the senior year, students who have met the requirements and have received a recommendation by their program instructor, have the opportunity to go on School-to-Work Job Placement. We work with our students and local employers to place them in a job that is related to their program of study, giving them real-life experience while simultaneously earning school credit.
Instructor
Shaan Colyer
330.896.8110
scolyer@plcc.edu
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