Is Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) for You?

• Do you like working with your mind as well as your hands?
• Do you like to build things?
• Do you like working on puzzles and solving problems?
• Are you interested in technology?

About the Program

The Heating and Air Conditioning program (HVAC) program prepares students for the challenges and demands of an exciting and technical career.  Students learn a variety of basic and advanced heating, ventilating, and air conditioning principles in a combination of classroom and work-site experiences.  An integral part of the instructional program is participation in the student  built house project.  Students completing this program are eligible to receive credit at Montgomery College in the Construction Technology program as well as industry recognized credentials through the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).

Sample Course Plan for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Sample Courses

• Foundations of Building and Construction Technology
• Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning 1 A/B Triple Period
• Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning 2 A/B Triple Period
• Internship, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Certifications/Awards for Completing High School Plan

• National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Certification
• OSHA-10 Certification

Local Colleges Offering a Continuation of the Program

• Montgomery College
• University of Maryland
• University of Maryland Eastern Shore 
• Morgan State University
• University of Baltimore