Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Certificate in Heat/Vent & Air Condition

Certificate
Southwest Virginia Community College

This program is included in: G3

The Certificate in HVAC is designed to train individuals in basics of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) technology. Demands for trained, certified personnel to serve a variety of industries and businesses who sell, service, and maintain modern heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment are very much in evidence. Persons completing this course of study should be able to enter the workforce as an entry level Maintenance Technician.

Outcomes

1. Identify the components of HVAC systems and know what their function is, safely perform basic operations related to HVAC. 2. Troubleshoot electrical/electronic systems, use test meters safely and use hand tools correctly. 3. Obtain EPA certifications to safely troubleshoot, repair and maintain HVAC/R refrigerant systems. 4. Demonstrate correct procedure for the installation of HVAC/R systems in accordance with Virginia Mechanical Code, National Electrical Code and EPA regulations.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Delivery Mode
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree Requires knowledge of refrigerants and their safe usage and all EPA rules that pertain to HVAC.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

Course work should be completed in the order it appears in the catalog.

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Southwest Virginia Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses 160 hour internship required with participating HVAC companies
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights Students are in demand by employers after completion of program. Completion of the internship often leads to full-time employment.
Related Programs & Certifications
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Credential That Prepares You For This Program
Credential
Career Studies Certificate in Heating,Ventilation and Air Conditioning
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Program Credit Requirements
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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You should consult an advisor or counselor to find courses you can take at your current institution that will transfer to this degree.

Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Certificate in Heat/Vent & Air Condition
49
Certificate in Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning
49
Plan GPA 903-01
49
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
Residency Requirement 903-01
13
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 36 credits may be applied to this program.
AIR 154 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AIR 121 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AIR 122 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AIR 134 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AIR 136 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AIR 165 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AIR 190 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AIR 235 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AIR 276 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BLD 111 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BLD 122 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ELE 135 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ELE 140 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 111 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
MTH 111 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
SDV 106 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School No
Credit for Prior Learning
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Southwest Virginia Community College
College Level Information
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Transfer Student Aid
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Number of Transfer Students
747
Percent of Accepted Transfer Students
100%, AV GPA 3.07
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Annual HC 3120, Transfer in per semester 97, Av Class size 12, Limited Foundation Owned Housing
Transfer Student Catalog Year Summer, Fall , Spring is a catalog year
First Year Student Catalog Year Summer, Fall , Spring is a catalog year
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Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays VCCS degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to most efficiently transfer your current course work. So, you can use this list to find a degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Northern Virginia Community CollegeAir Conditioning and Refrigeration, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Technical Studies/HVAC and RefrigerationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC/R)AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Maritime Technologies (HVAC)AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and HeatingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
49-9021.00Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and InstallersInstall or repair heating, central air conditioning, HVAC, or refrigeration systems, including oil burners, hot-air furnaces, and heating stoves.Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 49 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Certificate in Heat/Vent & Air Condition at Southwest Virginia Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 3 semesters or 1.5 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $169 Per Credit $8,281 $0 $8,281 163.40 tuition per credit and 5.75 comprehensive fee per credit
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.