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Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)

people working on a HVAC systemHeating and air-conditioning systems control the temperature, humidity, and the total air quality in residential and commercial buildings.

Refrigeration makes it possible to store and transport food, medicine, and other perishable items.

Heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration technicians install, maintain, and repair such systems. Salina Tech HVAC students work on a variety of new and old furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, reach-in and walk-in coolers, ice machines and sheet metal equipment.

Diagnosing problems, controlling computerized systems, repairing and charging units, and building duct work are among some of the areas covered in the shop and at customer work sites. Over 14 years of knowledge and experience from our instructor readies graduates in nine months to work in residential or commercial settings earning competitive wages.

Career Opportunities: Commercial and Domestic, Service Technician, Service Manager, Business Owner, Installers

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HVAC Certificate
First Semester Credits Second Semester Credits
HVA 105 Basic Fundamentals & Cycles of Refrigeration 11   HVA 115 Domestic & Commercial Refrigeration 11
HVA 110 Basic Electricity & Electrical Components 11 HVA 125 Summer & Winter Air Conditioning 11
   
TOTAL CREDITS: 22 TOTAL CREDITS: 22
      TOTAL CERTIFICATE CREDITS: 44

Admission Requirements:
Prior to enrollment student must:

  • Successfully complete preadmission testing
    • Score a minimum of 30 on the Differential Aptitude Test (DAT)
Associate of Applied Science Degree: 62 Credits. To complete the Associate of Applied Science Degree, select 15 more credits from the General Education requirements found in the Degree and Certification Information section plus 3 credits from other technical education courses.  Visit with your instructor or the Vice President of Student Services for possible options.

First Semester

HVA 105 Basic Fundamentals and Cycles of Refrigeration, 11 credits.
This course covers the theory and operation of the basic refrigeration cycle, refrigerant metering devices, including capillary tubes, thermostatic expansion, and automatic expansion valves, basic sheet metal and math.

HVA 110 Basic Electricity and Electrical Components, 11 credits.
The course covers theory, operation, and construction of controls and circuits using capacitors, relays, switches, and control devices. Series and parallel circuits, schematic diagram reading, use of meters and electrical measuring devices, system check out procedures, and volt meter and Ohm meter troubleshooting methods are included.

Second Semester

HVA 115 Domestic and Commercial Refrigeration, 11 credits.  (Prerequisite: HVA 105)
Theory, operation and construction of various types of refrigerators, freezers, icemakers, commercial walk-in and reach-in refrigerators and freezers are covered. Complete service analysis on all types of systems, components wiring analysis by use of meters, schematics, and systematic troubleshooting and repair procedure is taught.

HVA 125 Summer and Winter Air Conditioning, 11 credits. (Prerequisite: HVA 110)
The course includes theory, operation, and repair of gas and electrical furnaces. Instruction includes troubleshooting, system analysis, and repair of window and central air conditioners, compressor identification and replacement, control components, fan motors, various types of compressors, proper cleaning, charging and maintenance procedures, methods and sources for repairs, parts and source alternatives.

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GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT

The Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) requires Salina Area Technical College to report about its graduates' gainful employment. In order to be eligible for funding under the Title IV programs, an educational program must lead to a certificate or degree (associate, bachelor's, graduate, or professional) or prepare students for "gainful employment in a recognized occupation" (GE Programs). Complete information on the GE Program requirements is available on the designated Gainful Employment Information Page that can be found at http://ifap.ed.gov/GainfulEmploymentInfo/.

 

HVAC

SATC Interest Area SATC Webpage Links
Quick Links Note: 'Quick Links' at the left of the page in the red column.
Prospective Students http://www.salinatech.edu/prospective_students/index.shtml
Program Pages http://www.salinatech.edu/programs/index.shtml
Student Services http://www.salinatech.edu/student_services/index.shtml
Faculty & Staff http://www.salinatech.edu/faculty_and_staff/index.shtml
Continuing Education http://www.salinatech.edu/continuing_education/index.shtml
Standard Occupational Code O*NET Online links
49-9021.01 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-9021.01
49-9021.02 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-9021.02
47-2211.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/47-2211.00
Academic Year Program Costs
2006-2007 link to SATC Estimated Costs Sheet
2007-2008 link to SATC Estimated Costs Sheet
2008-2009 link to SATC Estimated Costs Sheet
2009-2010 link to SATC Estimated Costs Sheet
2010-2011 link to SATC Estimated Costs Sheet
2011-2012 link to SATC Estimated Costs Sheet

 

On-Time Completion Rates
Academic Year Enrolled Completed On-time Completion Percentage
2006-2007 13 12 92%
2007-2008 18 16 89%
2008-2009 18 13 72%
2009-2010 17 13 76%
2010-2011 21 17 81%
2011-2012 16 15 94%

 

Academic Year Placement Rates
2006-2007 link to SATC Placement Rates
2007-2008 link to SATC Placement Rates
2008-2009 link to SATC Placement Rates
2009-2010 link to SATC Placement Rates
2010-2011 link to SATC Placement Rates
2011-2012 Data for 2011-12 will be reported in 2013.
Academic Year Total # of Loans taken by Post-Secondary HVA students Median Loan Debt
2006-2007 12 $2,625
2007-2008 17 $3,500
2008-2009 13 $2,800
2009-2010 12 $4,500
2010-2011 8 $3,500
2011-2012 8 $5,306