HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)
Keep hot stuff hot and cold stuff cold.
At Salina Tech, students learn to do just that with hands-on experience with a wide range of both new and legacy equipment including, furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, reach-in and walk-in coolers, ice machines and sheet metal equipment. Students will take a wide range of classes ranging from HVAC fundamentals and safety, to compressor controls and troubleshooting.
Students who graduate from this program go on to pursue careers in a number of different areas. Although many go on to work in the commercial and/or residential HVAC sector where the average salary can range anywhere from $40,000 to $45,000, some go on to start their own HVAC business and if successful, their annual income can be much higher. Students will complete certifications in OSHA-10, EPA 608, North American Technician Excellence (NATE), and Kansas Work Ready.
From installation and repair, to compliance and troubleshooting, in just nine short months with Salina Tech’s HVAC program, students gain the knowledge and skills they need to immediately start earning a great living in the HVAC sector.
Kansas Board of Regents Program Alignment Information
CIP Code: 47.0201
CIP Name: Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician
Definition: A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, install, service and maintain the operating condition of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Includes instruction in diagnostic techniques, the use of testing equipment and the principles of mechanics, electricity, and electronics as they relate to the repair of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
The HVAC Alignment was originally approved by the Kansas Board of Regents on February 13, 2013. After going through the realignment process, the Technical Education Authority approved the amended HVAC alignment on January 26, 2023. Colleges are granted one academic year from the approval date to implement the alignment. Implementation of amended alignment must be completed by Fall 2024. Kansas Board of Regents Program Alignment Map
| Program Length | Degree Earned | Program Cost | Expected Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Months | Technical Certificate | $11,913 | $35,360 – $63,580 |
| Two Years | Associate Degree | $15,618 | $35,360 – $63,580 |
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Note: Program schedule does not include general education courses required by program.
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CONTACT
Contact the HVAC Enrollment Specialist with any questions, admissions requirements, or to set up program shadowing or tours.
Ryan Weber
785-309-3127
ryan.weber@salinatech.edu