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Program Description
Lincoln Tech’s HVAC programs focus on energy efficiency and how HVAC techs can address them through energy auditing. Students learn theory in the classrooms and practice hands-on HVAC skills in this Diploma program. Graduates of our HVAC program can also continue their training by applying for the specialized Hussmann partnership program, which can lead to additional job opportunities with a Lincoln Tech partner and worldwide leader.
Highlights of HVAC Technician Training
Climate control systems
Electricity
Heating system controls and mechanics
Basic refrigeration systems
Air conditioning system design and layout
Commercial refrigeration control
Energy efficiency and green technology systems
Location: East Windsor, CT; New Britain, CT
Accreditation: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)
Expected Time to Completion: East Windsor (57 weeks); New Britain (day, 52 weeks; evening, 80 weeks)
Estimated Tuition: East Windsor Campus ($28,028); New Britain Campus ($26,928)
Bristol Technical Education Center
Program Description
The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning program designed around the broad area of indoor environmental systems control. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning is two-year intensive course of study in the general trade’s areas of refrigeration, air-conditioning, sheet metal and heating and ventilation. Projects involve use of various types of refrigeration/air conditioning equipment and heating and ventilation trainers. Safety procedures and proper use of testing equipment are taught in each of these areas. In refrigeration, students learn about typical residential and commercial applications of refrigeration systems. In the air conditioning area, students are instructed on central air systems as well as window air conditioning units. In heating and ventilation, students are involved with boilers, burners, ventilation systems and total environmental control applications. Students learn to assemble various types of duct work and air handling systems. Piping using acetylene and oxygen torches and various solders and fluxes used in the installation of refrigeration and air-conditioning systems. Uses of various refrigerants and fuel heating oils are also covered. In each area, students cover the basics of each system and learn to assemble and troubleshoot the various devices necessary for the systems. The student will become familiar with the mechanical and electrical components necessary to work in the field. Students learn Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rules and regulations about refrigeration containment and needs for certification. Certification testing is provided at the school twice a year (fall & spring).
Location: Bristol, CT
Accreditation: The Commission of the Council on Occupational Education
Expected Time to Completion: Two years
Estimated Tuition: $4,000 for a year
Flexibility and variety are two benefits of a career in the heating, ventillation, air conditioning and refrigeration industry. Porter and Chester Institute's hands-on HVACR program can help you acquire the skills you need to install, maintain and troubleshoot HVACR units in residential, commercial and industrial settings. Start training to become a skilled technician in the HVACR field!
Students have the opportunity to earn their EPA Section 608A and OSHA 30 certification.
This program has been approved at the CT campuses for the related instruction hours required for the Connecticut B-2, D-2 and S-2 licenses. Field hours vary for each license; refer to the state licensing board for more information. Students must achieve a 75 or better in a course for the instruction hours to count toward their "related hours."
There are no licensing requirements in Massachusetts for general HVACR work. Refer to the state licensing board for more information on requirements in commercial HVACR.
Location: Hamden, CT; Rocky Hill, CT; Stratford, CT; Waterbury, CT
Accreditation: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)
Expected Time to Completion: One year
Estimated Tuition: $25,980