HVAC/R
Overview
Technicians from this program are prepared for careers in residential and commercial air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating equipment installation and maintenance. These programs offer hands-on training as well as classroom instruction, fully preparing the student for any HVAC career.
The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration program at Midlands Technical College is designed to train entry-level technicians. Hands-on experience is combined with theory to provide students with well-balanced preparation for careers that encompass the planning, installation, operation, and maintenance of a wide variety of residential and light commercial air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating equipment.
Day classes begin in the fall and spring semesters. Night classes begin in the fall semester only. Only the certificate or diploma courses are offered at night.
Learning experiences for students in the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Technology program are held in classrooms and workspace in Granby Hall on the Airport Campus.
Students are required to purchase hand tools and personal safety equipment at an approximate cost of $1,050.
How to Enroll
To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.
Questions?
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
|---|---|
| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
Full Time
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (13 Credit Hours) |
ACR-101 |
Fundamentals of Refrigeration Fundamentals of Refrigeration ID: ACR-101 Credit Hours: 5 This course covers the refrigeration cycle, refrigerants, pressure temperature relationship, and system components. |
• | 5 | |||
| ACR-102 |
Tools and Service Techniques Tools and Service Techniques ID: ACR-102 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a basic study of the uses of tools and service equipment used in the installation and repair of HVAC equipment. |
• | 3 | ||||
| ACR-106 |
Basic Elec for HVAC/R Basic Elec for HVAC/R ID: ACR-106 Credit Hours: 4 This course includes a basic study of electricity, including Ohm's law and series and parallel circuits as they relate to heating, ventilating, air conditioning and/or refrigeration systems. |
• | 4 | ||||
| COL-101 |
College Orientation College Orientation ID: COL-101 Credit Hours: 1 This course may include selected topics such as career planning, study skills, stress management, tutoring, group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student success. |
• | • | • | • | 1 | |
| Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours) |
ACR-110 |
Heating Fundamentals Heating Fundamentals ID: ACR-110 Credit Hours: 4 This course covers the basic concepts of oil, gas, and electric heat, their components and operation. |
• | 4 | |||
| ACR-120 |
Basic Air Conditioning Basic Air Conditioning ID: ACR-120 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of various types of air conditioning equipment including electrical components, schematics and service to the refrigerant circuit. |
• | 4 | ||||
| ACR-210 |
Heat Pumps Heat Pumps ID: ACR-210 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of theory and operational principles of the heat pump. |
• | 4 | ||||
| ACR-250 |
Duct Fabrication Duct Fabrication ID: ACR-250 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the design, fabrication, and installation of air duct systems. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 3 (14 Credit Hours) |
ACR-130 |
Domestic Refrigeration Domestic Refrigeration ID: ACR-130 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of domestic refrigeration equipment. |
• | 4 | |||
| ACR-131 |
Commercial Refrigeration Commercial Refrigeration ID: ACR-131 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of maintenance and repair of commercial refrigeration systems. |
• | 4 | ||||
| MAT-155 |
Contemporary Mathematics Contemporary Mathematics ID: MAT-155 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes techniques and applications of the following topics: elementary number theory; algebra; geometry; measurement; graph sketching and interpretations; and descriptive statistics. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| ENG-160 |
Technical Communications Technical Communications ID: ENG-160 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of various technical communications such as definitions, processes, instructions, descriptions, and technical reports. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| Semester 4 (13 Credit Hours) |
ACR-206 |
Advanced Electricity for Hvac/R Advanced Electricity for Hvac/R ID: ACR-206 Credit Hours: 2 This course includes a practical application of electrical and electronic components and circuits used to control HVAC and/or refrigeration systems. |
• | 2 | |||
| ACR-220 |
Advanced Air Conditioning Advanced Air Conditioning ID: ACR-220 Credit Hours: 4 This course is an advanced study of air conditioning systems. |
• | 4 | ||||
| ACR-221 |
Residential Load Calculations Residential Load Calculations ID: ACR-221 Credit Hours: 2 This course is a study of heat losses/gains in residential structures. |
• | 2 | ||||
| ACR-224 |
Codes and Ordinances Codes and Ordinances ID: ACR-224 Credit Hours: 2 This course covers instruction on how to reference appropriate building codes and ordinances where they apply to installation of heating and air conditioning equipment. |
• | 2 | ||||
| HIS-202 |
American History: 1877 to Present American History: 1877 to Present ID: HIS-202 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a survey of u.s. history from 1877 to the present. This course includes political, social, economic, and intellectual developments during this period. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| Semester 5 (16 Credit Hours) |
ACR-207 |
Advanced Refrigeration Electricity Advanced Refrigeration Electricity ID: ACR-207 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the theory and application of electrical circuits and starting components in commercial and industrial refrigeration. |
• | 3 | |||
| ACR-231 |
Advanced Refrigeration Advanced Refrigeration ID: ACR-231 Credit Hours: 4 This course is an in-depth study of commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment. |
• | 4 | ||||
| ACR-232 |
Refrig, Calculation & Equip Selection Refrig, Calculation & Equip Selection ID: ACR-232 Credit Hours: 3 This course involves a study of load calculations and selection of refrigeration equipment and components. |
• | 3 | ||||
| PSY-201 |
General Psychology General Psychology ID: PSY-201 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics and concepts in the science of behavior: scientific method, biological bases for behavior, perception, motivation, learning memory, development, personality, abnormal behavior, therapeutic techniques, and social psychology. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| CPT-101 |
Introduction to Computers Introduction to Computers ID: CPT-101 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers basic computer history, theory and applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, data bases, and the operating system. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 71 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$13,348.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Further Your Education
Two schools in the US offer 4-year degrees in HVACR leading to senior-level careers in HVACR service and engineering:
The current average starting salary for HVAC graduates of Ferris State University is $58,000 per year. MTC has an articulation agreement with Ferris State University which streamlines the transfer/admissions process.
Enter the Workforce
Immediate employment awaits for graduates of HVACR at MTC. Our near-perfect employment rate for graduates speaks for itself. Willing graduates can find immediate employment, usually in residential HVAC, leading to a career in commercial HVACR or any one of several career options if desired. The career opportunities can best be perused by looking at this HVAC career map.