"I knew college and a desk job weren't for me. I decided on coming to trade school and have had nothing but great instructors and classmates since coming to SEMCA." - Patrick P.

Course Description:

2 or 4 Year Program

HVACR technicians install, maintain and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems that maintain temperature and air quality in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. SEMCA’s program allows the flexibility of either a 2 or 4 year program, depending on an individual’s career goals, scope of work, and direction of employer. At the conclusion of year 2, a student will decide to conclude or continue.

AVERAGE INCOME: $32.04/HOUR (upon completion of training)

Course Details:

Dates: September 3, 2025 - May 14, 2025

Days: Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs

Time: 6:30-9 p.m.

Course Curriculum

  • INTRODUCTION TO CONSTRUCTION – CORE

    OSHA 10 Construction

    Build Your Future in Construction

    Basic Safety

    Introduction to Construction Math

    Introduction to Hand Tools

    Introduction to Power Tools

    Introduction to Construction Drawings

    Introduction to Basic Rigging

    Basic Communication Skills

    Basic Employability Skills

    Introduction to Materials Handling

    HVACR Level 1

    Introduction to HVACR

    Trade Mathematics

    Basic Electricity

    Introduction to Heating

    Introduction to Cooling

    Air Distribution Systems

    Basic Copper and Plastic Piping Practices

    Soldering and Brazing

    Basic Carbon Stell Piping Practices

  • Level 2

    Customer Relations

    Basic Maintenance

    Fasteners and Hardware

    Alternating Current

    Compressors

    Metering Devices

    Refrigerants and Oils

    Leak Detection, Evacuation, Recovery, and Chargin

    Heat Pumps

    Indoor Air Quality

    Air Quality Equipment

    Chimneys, Vents, and Flues

  • Level 3

    Control Circuit Troubleshooting

    Motor Testing and Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Cooling

    Troubleshooting Heat Pumps

    Troubleshooting Gas Heating

    Troubleshooting Oil Heating

    Troubleshooting Accessories

    Sheet Metal Duct Systems

    Introduction to Hydronic Systems

    Steam Systems

    Fiberglass and Fabric Duct Systems

    Retail Refrigeration Systems

    Zoning, Ductless, and Variable Refrigerant Flow Systems

  • Level 4

    Water Treatment

    Indoor Air Quality

    Energy Conservation Equipment

    Building Management Systems

    System Air Balancing

    System Startup and Shutdown

    Construction Drawing and Specifications

    Heating and Cooling System Design

    Commercial/Industrial Refrigeration Systems

    Alternative and Specialized Heating and Cooling Systems

    Fundamentals of Crew Leadership

Questions?

Contact the Education Department