Belmont Technical College offers an HVAC certificate program and a HVAC associate degree in 2010. The one-year certificate program and the two-year associate degree both prepare students for careers as HVAC technicians, equipment installers or oil burner mechanics. Students learn the fundamentals of the HVAC trade, including equipment design, installation, maintenance and repair. The training includes preparation for a refrigerant-handling certification examination. The associate degree program prepares students for broader career options by teaching mechanical, electrical and welding courses. Students may select from day or evening programs. Those who choose to complete the certificate program may later apply those courses toward an associate degree.
Belmont Technical College
120 Fox Shannon Place
Saint Clairsville, OH 43950
740-695-9500
btc.edu
The two-year associate degree at Columbus State Community College in 2010 offers training for a variety of employment sectors: residential/commercial heating and air conditioning installation and repair companies; industrial heating maintenance companies; and self employment. The school also teaches students to prepare for research and design opportunities with manufacturers. Individuals enrolled in this program are encouraged to acquire significant technical skills and to apply them with personal autonomy. The college also offers a one-year certificate program for those predominantly interested in pursuing a career in residential or light commercial HVAC work.
Columbus State Community College
550 E. Spring St.
Columbus, OH 43215
614-287-5353
cscc.edu
ETI Technical College in 2010 offers a 48-week diploma program in heating, ventilation and air conditioning. Students in this program learn advanced procedures for installing, repairing and maintaining residential, commercial and industrial heating and air conditioning equipment. The school also teaches advanced repair and maintenance of thermoelectric and solar devices.
ETI Technical College of Niles
2076 Youngstown Warren Road
Niles, OH 44446-4398
330-652-9919
eticollege.edu/
The heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) program at Owens Community College is a one-year certificate program. The course is designed for technicians, contractors and apprentices who require in-depth knowledge of HVACR principles in residential, commercial and industrial applications. The program provides rigorous training in gas and oil principles, blueprint reading, sheet metal fabrication and HVACR system troubleshooting. Students may later apply the courses from this program toward an associate's degree in Applied Science in Building Maintenance.
Owens Community College
30335 Oregon Road
Perrysburg, OH 43551
567-661-7000
owens.edu