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HVAC & Refrigeration Technology
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| Awards | Credits | Course Delivery ( COVID delivery changes) |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC & Refrigeration - A.A.S. Degree | 60 cr. | Rosemount |
| HVAC & Refrigeration - Diploma | 39 cr. | Rosemount |
| Program Datasheet: Download the HVAC & Refrigeration Technology Datasheet | ||
Employment of Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC/R) technicians is expected to increase faster than average for all occupations through the year 2022. The goal of DCTC’s Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Diploma program is to provide students with the entry level knowledge and skills required to safely install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair today’s technologically advanced HVAC/R systems. Through group discussions, lectures and hands-on laboratory experience with actual HVAC/R equipment, this program helps students become successful in this exciting and challenging industry career. Interested applicants should possess strong basic math skills and mechanical aptitude. Each student will be prepared and required to pass the EPA Section 608 refrigerant handling certification exam.
This program offers Credit for Prior Learning (CPL). Seek credit for life experience to accelerate your progress toward a degree, diploma, or certificate. Visit the Credit for Prior Learning page to learn more.
| HVAC & Refrigeration A.A.S. • 60 credits |
HVAC & Refrigeration Diploma • 39 credits |
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|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $179.22/cr. | $179.22/cr. |
| Fees | $21.45/cr. | $21.45/cr. |
| Grand Total | $12,040.20 | $7,826.13 |
Each year, Dakota County Technical College and the DCTC Foundation make more than $200,000 in scholarships available to our students. Students are encouraged to create an account and apply for scholarships online.
Students looking for ways to help finance their college education can find part-time jobs on campus with various DCTC departments and programs. Deliver your completed Work-Study Application to the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid and search for openings at College Central Network Services. For more information, you can review Work Study Procedure.
Step 1: Apply now for financial aid. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
DCTC's Federal School Code: 010402
Step 2: After receiving an official award letter from DCTC, you may apply online for a Federal Stafford Student Loan. Visit the Loans page for more information.
HVAC/R technicians must be able to work independently, in extreme conditions, at all hours of the day. From the cold of winter to the heat and humidity of summer, in attics, basements, crawl spaces and on roof tops. Occasional heavy lifting, working off ladders or scaffolding and being comfortable with heights are also potential requirements. HVAC/R technicians should expect to be on call and work after hours and some weekends.
According to CAREERwise Education, Minnesota's career, education and job resource, employment for heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics is in very high demand. There will be a need for about 4,753 new Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers to meet market demand between 2018-2028. This includes the demand due to replacement (workers leaving the occupation or retiring) as well as growth. This is very high growth compared to other careers.
Articulation Agreements are formal agreements between two or more colleges and/or universities to accept credits in transfer toward a specific academic program. DCTC has articulation agreements in place with a number of public and private colleges and universities.
MN Transfer.org is your official guide to a seamless transfer experience in Minnesota Higher Education. Use this resource to find agreements that DCTC has entered with other Minnesota State institutions.
Do you want to see how your courses transfer to programs at participating colleges and universities? Add the coursework you've taken and use Transferology to find out how it might transfer to any of the participating schools in the Transferology network. Get an account and create a plan now!
Whether you're a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces or an international student or transferring from high school or a four-year university, DCTC will help you through the process. Visit our Transfer Students page for more information.
The Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC/R) Technology program at DCTC is active throughout the year and makes headlines in college publications. Read about student field trips and competitions as well as the accomplishments of our instructors.
As a student in DCTC's Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC) Technology program, you have many opportunities to make connections in the electrical industry through your involvement in professional clubs and organizations.
DCTC features active, industry-relevant clubs for Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC) Technology students right on campus. Getting involved in these clubs allows you to make the most of your college experience and gives you an edge when seeking employment in the electrical construction field.
SkillsUSA
SkillsUSA is a national nonprofit organization for students at community and technical colleges across the U.S. The organization focuses on students in academic programs that lead to careers in the trade, industrial, technical and health care fields. Nearly 100 SkillsUSA competitions at the state and national levels relate to leadership skills or programs of study at DCTC.
In 2013, DCTC fielded 17 students at the nationals who ranked in the top 15 in the nation. For more information about the competition, read "DCTC Students Rock at SkillsUSA Nationals" on DCTC News.
