This program offers the students the opportunity to learn the academic, occupational, communication, and technical training skills needed by entry-level technicians in the residential and commercial Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) industry. Students completing these courses will develop multiple skills that include real-world knowledge of Air conditioning and refrigeration theory and application, and equipment tools.

The AAS degree total credit requirement depends upon which state apprenticeship the student is pursuing and the governing Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee's requirements; however, a minimum of 90 credits is required for all degrees.

If you like working with your hands and troubleshooting and have a mechanical aptitude, a career as an electrician could be a sound choice.

Students combine construction-related programs, such as Carpentry/Cabinetmaking, Heavy Equipment Operation and Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning, to acquire the skills and knowledge appropriate to the Building Construction industry.