As one of the fastest-growing career fields in the nation, heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration technology offers great job possibilities for those with the right training.
Study heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration technology at Austin Community College.
This program prepares you to install, repair, and maintain HVAC systems using the latest industry equipment.
In the ACC Air Conditioning & Refrigeration program, students can acquire a Certificate, Associate Degree in Applied Science in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration and/or an Occupational Award. Our programs can open the doors for the student that has the desire to enter into the air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology field in either residential, commercial or industrial applications.
Courses are taught by instructors with extensive work experience in the HVAC industry. During their classes, students have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of equipment, from older systems to state of the art equipment. This allows students to get hands-on experience with systems they will encounter while working in the HVAC/R industry, and to learn about the newest technologies.
Why Choose ACC
Low Cost and Stable Tuition
In-Demand Programs
Experienced Instructors
Our Programs
Occupational Skills Award
This award prepares students to enter the Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology workforce in one semester. The Occupational Skills Award consists of 3 courses that apply toward ACC’s Level 1 Certificate and Associate of Applied Science in Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology.
Certificate
The Certificate consists of 29 credit hours and can be completed in one year if the student is taking a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester. Upon completion of the Certificate program this student should possess the knowledge and skills to troubleshoot and repair heating and cooling split systems, which are typically found in residences and apartment complexes.
The Associate Degree of Applied Science (AAS)
The “two year” AAS degree program consists of 60 credit hours and is a continuation of the Certificate program. The AAS progresses into Industrial and Commercial Air Conditioning and Refrigeration equipment and systems including Heat Pumps, System Design, and the Mechanical Code.
Every semester, an EPA Section 608 Technician Certification Preparatory Class is offered to ensure students are ready to take the required test for EPA compliance.
