Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Certificate

Program Code:

HVAC

Degree:

Certificate

This program offers a September start at QCC at Assabet and a January start at QCC at Worcester Technical High School.
This program must be completed in blended format, including both face-to-face and online coursework.
This program may be completed 50% or more online.

Program Contact Email:

hvac@qcc.mass.edu

Additional Information

Goals

Program Goals:

The QCC HVAC/R program will provide successful graduates with the skills needed to enter the HVAC/R field as an entry-level technician who can install, maintain, and repair a wide variety of HVAC/R equipment. Graduates of the QCC Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Certificate will also possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities that will ensure the safe and energy-efficient operation of HVAC/R equipment.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Solder, braze, and flare copper tubing.
Safely wire and install electrical circuits.
Use electrical meters to make electrical measurements.
Understand and interpret wiring schematics.
Troubleshoot electrical problems.
Evacuate, charge, and recover refrigerant from air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
Troubleshoot air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
Troubleshoot heating systems.

Classes

Curriculum:

Course Title	Course #	Semester Offered	Credits	Prerequisites
Semester 1 (Fall) Register for and successfully complete all courses to graduate in two semesters. Meet with a QCC Career Services Representative and attend Workshops. See www.QCC.edu/career-services.
Introduction to Microcomputer Applications	CIS 111	F/S/SU	3
Basic Refrigeration Systems and Heat Theory	HVC 101	F/S	4	Enrollment limited to HVC majors only, Coreq: HVC 102, HVC 105
Basic Electricity	HVC 102	F/S	4	Enrollment limited to HVC majors only, Coreq: HVC 101, HVC 105
Massachusetts Electrical Code	HVC 105	F/S	4	Enrollment limited to HVC majors only, Coreq: HVC 101, HVC 102
		Total	15
Semester 2 (Spring) Meet with a Career Services Representative for Job Search Assistance services. Submit an Intent to Graduate Form, located on The Q.
Massachusetts Refrigeration Code	HVC 104	F/S	4	HVC 101, Enrollment limited to HVC majors only, Coreq: HVC 106, HVC 107
Comfort Heating Systems	HVC 106	F/S	4	HVC 101, Enrollment limited to HVC majors only, Coreq: HVC 104, HVC 107
Comfort Cooling Systems	HVC 107	F/S	4	HVC 101, Enrollment limited to HVC majors only, Coreq: HVC 104, HVC 106
		Total	12
Total Credits Required:			27

Elective Information

Cost & Requirements

Program Admissions Requirements:

Students should note that some first semester courses carry minimum prerequisites. Refer to the program grid.

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.
Mathematics: One year of High School Algebra with a grade of "C" or higher; or MAT 095 with a grade of "C" or higher; or appropriate placement score.
English: Three years of High School English with grades of "C" or higher; or ENG 091 with a grade of "C" or higher; or appropriate placement score.

Note: These program admissions requirements are effective Spring 2019 for newly accepted students who will be taking HVC classes at QCC at Worcester Technical High School and are effective Fall 2019 for newly accepted students who will be taking HVC classes at QCC at Assabet.

Admissions Process:

Admissions inquiries should be directed to admissions [at] qcc.mass.edu. Prospective students may apply to the program of their choice by following the enrollment steps at www.QCC.edu/enrollment-steps.

The HVAC/R program accepts a maximum of 16 students for Fall start and a maximum of 16 students for Spring start on a first-come, first-served basis each year.
- Students accepted for Fall (September start) will take all HVC classes at QCC at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School in Marlborough. Class enrollment is limited to 16 students.
- Students accepted for Spring (January start) will take all HVC classes at QCC at Worcester Technical High School in Worcester. Class enrollment is limited to 16 students.

Technical Performance Standards:

See the Technical Performance Standards page. (Note: Not all programs have technical performance standards).

Credit for Prior Learning:

Students enrolled in this program may be able to earn academic credit for prior learning. Please contact Career Services & Credit for Prior Learning (Room 272A) at careerservices [at] qcc.mass.edu or 508.854.4439.

CORI, SORI, Finger Printing & Drug Testing:

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) checks are not required. Finger printing and drug testing are not required.

Additional Cost:

See the Program Fees page.

Laptop Computer: Students enrolled in any HVC course will be required to bring their own computer to class. Please contact the Program Coordinator for minimum hardware and software requirements.
Hand Tools for lab use: Students enrolled in HVC 101, HVC 102, HVC 104, HVC 105, HVC 106, and HVC 107 will be required to purchase basic hand tools utilized in the laboratory. Please contact the Program Coordinator for a required tool list.

Additional Information:

For additional program information, contact Program Coordinator Bob Recko at 774.288.0117.

Career

Career Outlook:

Please consult the Massachusetts Career Information System at https://masscis.intocareers.org/ or the Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.bls.gov/ooh/ for specific occupational information.

Gainful Employment:

See the Gainful Employment Section for more information.

Transfer Articulations & Opportunities:

Prospective students may learn more about transfer articulation agreements at www.QCC.edu/agreements. More information regarding transfer opportunities is available at www.QCC.edu/transfer.

Faculty & Staff

Robert Recko

We are doing our part to train HVAC/R technicians for the Clean Energy Field

Education

MA Ref Lic, EPA 608 Universal Certification, HVAC/R Design Certificate - Northeastern University

Experience:

HVAC/R Educator - 36 Years
Training Consultant for HVAC/R Industry

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