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| Students receive instruction from industry experienced experts in each HVAC training course in Des Moines. The HVAC Diploma program provides courses in fundamental electricity, refrigeration, air conditioning and heating fundamentals. Students learn how to calculate heating and cooling loads, study techniques for reading and using blueprints, specifications and shop drawings, and receive hands on training for soldering, brazing, wiring, creating duct work and cutting, threading, and joining ferrous piping. The HVAC training courses include topics such as power generation, transformers, induction motors, heat transfer, soldering procedures, humidity control and air cleanliness, blueprints, circuit diagrams, various electrical heating and cooling equipment, iron and steel pipe fittings, belt drives, boilers, forced air distribution and much more. The objective of this program is to prepare the graduate with the theory and working knowledge of heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, high pressure steam, energy management, and commercial environmental systems, in order to secure an entry-level position in the industry as a maintenance or service technician. Graduates of this program should possess the skills for residential and commercial employment. |
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The HVAC program in Des Moines is designed to simulate the real world environment. Students learn in HVAC labs in order to properly prepare for future employment. Also, computer labs are open additional hours to provide for work-study time outside of classes. Enrollment provides each student online resources such as library services, a student portal, email and online companion courses.
Career Outlook
According to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics:
“Employment of heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers is projected to increase 28 percent during the 2008-18 decade, much faster than the average for all occupations. As the population and stock of buildings grows, so does the demand for residential, commercial, and industrial climate-control systems.” Course List
Principles of Electricity
Motor Theory and Controls Motor Lab Electrical Controls Wiring Controls Reading Wiring Diagrams and Schematics Technical Mathematics Computer Concepts Green Energy Basic Refrigeration Systems Air Conditioning Blue Print Reading Basic Heating Systems Heat Pumps Sheet Metal Technology Maintenance Schedules Hydronic Heating and Cooling Systems Commercial Refrigeration Overview of Alternative Energy Forms Student Achievement Information
2010 ACCSC Graduation Benchmark: TBD
2010 ACCSC Graduation Rate: TBD 2010 ACCSC Employment Benchmark: TBD 2010 ACCSC Employment Rate: TBD Federal 2010 On Time Grad Rate: TBD Click here for more information regarding student achievement. Occupations
Solar Energy Installation Managers
Solar Photovoltaic Installers Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians Weatherization Installers and Technicians Heating and Air Conditioning Mechanics and Installers Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers Click here for more information regarding occupations within this program. Financing
Federal Education Loans: $NA
Private Education Loans: $NA Institutional Payment Plans:$NA Click here for more information regarding financing. Institutional Costs
Tuition: $19,500
Books & Supplies: $3,200 Lab/Tech Fee: $1,250 Reg. Fee: $100 Total Cost: $24,050 Transportation and Living Expenses
Transportation: $289
Room & Board (Dependent, living with parents): $399 Room & Board (Independent): $796 Room & Board (Military, receiving housing allowance): $399 Personal Expenses: $251 |
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