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Kansas City, Kansas
Area Technical School
913-627-4100
2220 N. 59^th St.
Kansas City, Kansas  66104

HEATING AND REFRIGERATION  1290 Clock Hours (11 months)

Postsecondary and High School Students

Installing and maintaining heating and cooling systems comprise the heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) technician's world. Fundamentals are emphasized, along with specific studies in central and room systems. Silver soldering techniques, sheet metal and trouble-shooting procedures are also practiced.

The program is approved for EPA refrigerant certification.

Employment Opportunities:

AC and refrigeration mechanic, installer,
HVAC service technician, sheet metal fabricator, etc.
Starting salary range = $10-18 per hour
Experienced salary = $30+ per hour

Program Overview:

·         Safety, Tools, and Customer Relations

·         Tubing, Piping, Soldering, and Brazing

·         Refrigeration System Components

·         Domestic Refrigeration

·         Electricity and Electrical Components

·         Electric Motors

·         Wiring

·         Load Calculations and Air Handling

·         Basic Sheet Metal, Layout, and Fabrication

·         Residential Heating

·         Residential Cooling

·         Heat Pump Systems

·         System Servicing and Troubleshooting