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Associate in Applied Science - Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Spokane Community College

USA,Washington

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 23,636/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 100 FREE

Application Fee

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USA, Washington

Type: College

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1963

Total Students: 0 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1810 N Greene St, Spokane, WA 99217, United States

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Admission Requirements
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Scholarships
Student Visa
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Associate in Applied Science - Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Program Overview

Completion of the two-year Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) program at Spokane Community College prepares the student for an entry-level position in one of the most challenging occupations available.

Entry-level HVAC/R technicians typically work on residential and light commercial systems performing equipment installations, preventative maintenance, and service and repair functions. Opportunities also are available in systems design and sales.

Areas of study include basic HVAC/R systems, electricity, heating, local gas and oil codes, load calculations, cooling, refrigeration, duct design, and troubleshooting. These skills are taught from lab applications coordinated with classroom theory and actual jobsite experience.

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate the ability to wire, perform a startup, and evaluate the operation of a natural draft gas furnace.
Demonstrate the ability to evaluate the operation of, troubleshoot, and repair an electric furnace.
Obtain a City of Spokane Gas Heating Mechanic's 1 license.
Demonstrate the abilty to evaluate the operation of, troubleshoot, and repair 80%-95% gas furnaces.
Demonstrate the ability to evaluate the operation of, troubleshoot, and repair basic medium-temp and low-temp commercial refrigeration systems.
Obtain an EPA 608 Universal Refrigerant Handling License.
Demonstrate the ability to evaluate the operation of, troubleshoot, and repair air conditioning systems.
Demonstrate the ability to follow and comply with local and national safety codes.
Demonstrate the ability to evaluate the operation of, troubleshoot, and repair a heat pump system.
Demonstrate the ability to design, install, and commision a basic Direct Digital Control system for a commercial rooftop unit of refrigeration system.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Associate Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Opening Later

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 100 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 23,636 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Spokane Community College

CAD 0 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 5.5 - 5 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 61
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 43.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 85.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 75.00 %

Additional Information

Career Opportunities

An estimated 250,000 air conditioning, refrigeration and heating mechanics will be employed in the near future. Most new openings will be for air conditioning and heating mechanics. Anticipated increases in household formations and rising personal incomes indicate a very rapid increase in the number of air conditioned homes. Air conditioning in offices, stores, hospitals, schools and other nonresidential buildings is also expected to increase. In addition, more refrigeration equipment will be needed in the production, storage and marketing of food and other perishables.
POTENTIAL POSITIONS INCLUDE: air conditioning service technician, domestic air conditioning maintenance, heating contractor’s serviceman, heat pump specialist, refrigeration parts man, refrigeration service technician, residential air conditioning installer or warehouse air conditioning maintenance, gas heating system hydronics technicians.

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.