Campus
Beloit
Hays
Department Chair
Beloit: Robert Chitty
Hays: Andrew Schwindt
The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) Program prepares students for entry-level positions in the Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning fields. Students will receive training in planning, installation and maintaining plumbing, heating and air conditioning systems and water pumps. Internships with local employers are available to receive valuable on-the-job training. A HVAC Certificate will be granted upon successful completion of the program and students will and have the opportunity to sit for the Journeyman license and industry competency examination.
Fort Hays Tech | North Central Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning program is in alignment with the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) CIP code 47.0201 Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation, and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician. A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, install, service, and maintain the operating condition of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Includes instruction in diagnostic techniques, the use of testing equipment and the principles of mechanics, electricity, and electronics as they relate to the repair of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
| Course Code | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OSHA-110 | OSHA Training | 1 |
| PHAC-101 | Plumbing Fundamentals | 4 |
| PHAC-110 | EPA 608 | 1 |
| PHAC-111 | Electrical Fundamentals | 4 |
| PHAC-112 | Heating System Fundamentals | 3 |
| PHAC-113 | HVAC Fundamentals | 4 |
| SS-102 | Tech Connect | 0 |
| General Education Course | 3 | |
| General Education Course | 3 | |
| TOTAL | 23 | |
| Course Code | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHAC-107 | Workplace Skills | 1 |
| PHAC-104 | Advanced Plumbing Fundamentals | 3 |
| PHAC-114Z | Advanced Electrical Fundamentals | 4 |
| PHAC-115 | Advanced Heating Systems Fundamentals | 3 |
| PHAC-116 | Advanced HVAC Fundamentals | 4 |
| PHAC-108 | Shop Practicum OR | 3 |
| PHAC-109 | Internship | 3 |
| General Education Course | 3 | |
| TOTAL | 21 | |
| Course Code | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIS-100 | Computer Applications T▸ | 3 |
| MA-102 | Essential Math T▸ | 3 |
| SS-100 | General Psychology T▸ | 3 |
| TOTAL | 9 | |
Optional: The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning program can be combined with other construction trade programs (Carpentry/Cabinetmaking, or Heavy Equipment Operation) to achieve an Associate of Applied Science degree in Building Construction Technology. Reger to the Building Construction Technology requirements for more information. Note additional General Education courses required,