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Program Description
The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) Technology program provides students with the opportunity to obtain skills that will prepare them for jobs ranging from semi-skilled workers who perform the operation and maintenance tasks, to plant superintendents who are responsible for the operation and maintenance of mechanical systems that may cost millions of dollars. The refrigeration and air condition industry field is so broad that no one could encompass it. This is why students seeking a career in this field should acquire the primary education that will form a solid foundation for the technical education required to qualify for a good job in the HVACR industry.
Location: Beebe, AR
Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission; HVAC Excellence
Expected Time to Completion: 6 months
Estimated Tuition: Residents ($102 per credit); Cleburne County resident ($97 per credit); out-of-state ($174 per credit)
Program Description
The air conditioning and refrigeration industry offers a bright future for people who wish to prepare for entry into this profession. This field includes, sales, installation, maintenance, service and operation of equipment not only in residential settings, but also in commerce and industry. The need for air conditioning and refrigeration service technicians will continue to expand with the growth of computer applications into the industrial fields. This program also places emphasis on green technology initiatives and incorporates an emphasis on PV arrays and wind turbines.
Students pursuing the Associate of Applied Science degree will be better prepared to pursue positions that will lead to promotion and management positions in the facilities fields.
Location: Ozark, Arkansas
Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission; HVAC excellence
Expected Time to Completion: AAS degree (four semesters)
Estimated Tuition: In-state ($129 per credit); out-of-state ($258 per credit)
Program Description
The Associate of Applied Science in General Technology allows the blending of a technical certificate with general education courses to form a degree that consists of applied technologies. This program is designed to prepare students for careers in air conditioning and refrigeration. Students will develop and practice skills for servicing, repairing, installing, and sizing air conditioning and refrigeration equipment for residential applications.
Location: Blytheville, Arkansas
Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission
Expected Time to Completion: AAS degree (two years); technical certificate (one year); certificate of proficiency (one semester)
Estimated Tuition: In-county ($72 per credit); out-of-county ($82 per credit); out-of-state ($132 per credit)
University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College
Program Description
The UA-PTC Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) program is an Associate of Applied Science degree, a Technical Certificate and a Certificate of Proficiency program. This program integrates technical and general education courses. These classes allow the student to develop a wide range of technical and academic knowledge and skills.
The mission of the UA-PTC HVACR program is to provide the knowledge the student needs, to develop the skills required, to become a valued employee with a bright future in the servicing of all forms of HVACR and to act in a professional manner towards their fellow workers, their employer, and their customers.
Location: North Little Rock, AR
Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission
Expected Time to Completion: AAS degree (four semesters); technical certificate (three semesters); certificate of proficiency (two semesters)
Estimated Tuition: In-State ($134 per credit); out-of-state ($175 per credit)