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This program is designed to prepare students for employment in heating and air conditioning service work.

Work and Employment

The technician is an entry-level position. The graduate will have the skills to troubleshoot and repair heating, air conditioning  and refrigeration systems. The technician will be required to use and have knowledge of special testing equipment. Work conducted as an entry-level technician is usually supervised by a seasoned professional.

Special Considerations

The technician must be able to work in wide range of environments including a construction type environment and finished residential and light commercial buildings. The technician must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently and 80 pounds occasionally.

 

Estimated Program Cost

The following figures are based on 2025-26 tuition and fee rates and the course fees in the Class Schedule for the required minimum number 16 credit hours.

 In-DistrictOut-of-DistrictOut-of-State
Tuition$2,480$5,952$6,640
Fees$304$304$304
Course Fees* $342* $342* $342
Total Tuition and Fees$3,126$6,598$7,286

* Note: Course fees may vary depending upon the classes that a student completes within an academic program. The course fee above reflects the suggested courses for this degree path and does not include elective courses, which may result in additional costs.