HVAC Support Technician (Fast-Track)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

HVAC Support Technician (Fast-Track)

A. Program Objective: Prepares individuals for an entry level technician position in the HVAC industry. 

Description: Provides the student with the knowledge of the fundamental job skills for an entry-level technician and prepares them to sit for the Ready-To-Work exam and earn the Ready-to-Work Certificate through North American Technical Excellence (NATE). This is a fast-track, hybrid course that meets in-person for hands-on learning as students work through coursework online on their own time.

Competencies to be achieved:

CTE 099: HVAC Support Technician (13 cr.)

Learning outcomes include knowledge of the following HVAC modules: 

Components

• Component identification

Tools

• Tool selection


• Tool identification

Measurements/Units

• Area


• Volume


• Using Rulers

Electrical safety

• Electrical safety procedures


• Electrical tool safety


• Circuit safety

Basic Heat Transfer

• Sensible/latent heat


• Types of heat transfer

General safety

• Refrigerant safety


• Worksite safety


• Ladder safety


• Driving safety


• Protective clothing

B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):

In-state: $1447.00

Out-of-state: $2058.00

Tuition (effective summer 2024):

In state:  $1261.00

Out of state:  $1872.00

Fees (effective summer 2024):

Bus fee:  $6  ($6 per semester, fall/spring only)

Technology Fee:  $65.00 ($5 per credit hour)

Exam fee:  $50.00

Retake fee: $35.00

PPE/supplies: $30 (approximate):  safety glasses ($10), ear plugs ($5) and gloves ($15)

Total fees/supplies:  $186.00

C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):

• No required books

D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):

N/A

E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:

Name: Anthony Herrera, Grants and Workforce Special Programs Coordinator

Email: Anthony.Herrera@azwestern.edu

Phone number: (928) 317-6339

F. Direct Website link to the program: https://www.azwestern.edu/workforce-ed/az-quest-grant-programs/hvac-service-technician

G. Additional information: This program earns students college credit and requires an application and admission to Arizona Western College in order to register.

H. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website): https://www.azwestern.edu/paying-for-college

 I. 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, NATE: North American Technical Excellence

• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)

Yes or No: Yes

Career Pathway: Higher level NATE certifications can be obtained by the learner.

• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)

 Yes or No (Explain): Yes, NATE Ready-to-Work certificate is recognized nationwide.

• Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)

Yes or No: No

Link to Accrediting Website:

J. 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.

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