Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Basic Air Conditioning Technician (Fast-Track)
Program Objective: Participants will demonstrate basic knowledge in air conditioning and refrigeration that will prepare them to obtain an entry-level position within the field. Program available in English and Spanish.
Description: Provides the participant with the essential skills required of an entry-level employee in the air conditioning and refrigeration industry. Training in various aspects of air conditioning and refrigeration include trouble-shooting, maintenance, repair and servicing of A/C units, related electrical controlling devices, motors and safety factors concerning the use of various refrigerants.
Competencies to be achieved (non-credit):
Introduction to the field of air conditioning and refrigeration, use of hand tools, materials, and related nomenclature of the component parts of a system and their relationship to and function within the system are stressed.
Introduces the student to the theory of refrigerants, stressing pressure and temperature relations; the safety aspect in handling refrigerants is also covered. The refrigeration cycle and basic servicing procedures are covered to include the use of gauges, removing and adding refrigerants, as well as leak detection.
An advanced course of study involving the various types of HVAC electrical controls and motors, wiring diagrams, and basic Ohm’s Law.
The theory, installation practices, and servicing of heating systems including the study of equipment sizing, equipment selection, energy conservation, natural gas, propane, electric heating systems and the study of alternative fuels.
After program completion, participants will be prepared to test for Section 608 EPA Certification (refrigerant handling) through ESCO Institute.
Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
In-state: $1555.61
Out-of-state: $2107.61
Tuition: In state: $1231.00
Out of state: $1783.00
Fees:
Bus fee: $5 ($5 per semester, fall/spring only)
Books total: $319.61
Total fees/books: $324.61
Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
HVAC LEVEL 1 TRAINEE GUIDE | Edition: 5TH 18 (ISBN: 9780135185094) $97.05
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology | Edition: 9th 21 (ISBN: 9780357122273) $222.56
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
N/A
WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Marcela Castro
Email: Marcela.Castro@azwestern.edu
Phone number: 928-317-6181
Direct Website link to the program: https://www.azwestern.edu/workforce-ed/az-quest-grant-programs/basic-air-conditioning-technician-fast-track
Additional information:
- Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
- Background check if employer requires it
- No licensing required to work in this occupation
- Other requirements needed: NA
Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website): A 100% refund will be granted if a request is made 2 business days prior to the start of class. A 50% refund will be issued if notice is received less than 2 business days prior to class. No refunds will be issued after the first day of class. If a class is canceled due to low registration we will contact you 2 business days prior. https://www.azwestern.edu/workforce-ed/registration-and-payment
Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
- Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes, ESCO Institute
- Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: Participant may continue on the HVAC/R AAS
- Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes, EPA 608 Certification is recognized nation-wide.
- Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes, Higher Learning Commission
Link to Accrediting Website: https://www.hlcommission.org/
Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program. New program, no data.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
4
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Arizona Western College, 1351 S. Redondo Center Dr., Yuma, AZ 85365
Local WIB
9 - ARIZONA@WORK - Yuma County
Name of Credential
EPA Section 608 Certification (refrigerant handling)
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
AZ Quest, WIOA
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Higher Learning Commission
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$319.61
In-State Tuition
$1,231.00
Other Fees
$5.00 Bus fee ($5/semester, fall/spring only)
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$1,783.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,555.61
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$2,107.61
