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AHR Program Description

This Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology curriculum develops the skills needed to evaluate the performance of air conditioning and refrigeration systems and to assess energy consumption. The students also learn principles and methods of energy conservation. Graduates can seek employment with consulting engineering companies as engineering assistants capable of designing and laying out mechanical systems.

Students who earn a certificate in Residential Comfort Control or Residential Comfort Systems Installer learn the fundamentals of residential comfort systems. Upon completion of either program, students are able to install and service the most common residential heating and cooling systems. Students who earn a Boiler Operations certificate develop skills to continue studies toward a Stationery Engineer's License.

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