Heating 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/.

 

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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