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Building Trades Technology Degree, HVAC Area of Concentration

Associate of Applied Science

 

Learn the Fundamentals of the HVAC at MC

If you're interested in becoming an HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) technician, or if you're a current building and construction professional looking to advance your essential HVAC skills, our HVAC program will provide the training, skills, and knowledge you need. 

You'll receive a comprehensive mixture of academic and practical training. Coursework is laboratory intensive complemented with additional classroom studies. In order to receive the AAS degree, you must pass the EPA 608 Certification Exam and at least one Industry Competency Exam (ICE). 

Montgomery College is a member of the Registered Apprenticeship-College Consortium, a network of colleges and registered apprentice programs.

Montgomery College is a proud recipient of the Johnson Controls Community College Partnership Program grant. Find out more.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:

  • Define and explain the basic principles and techniques of residential construction.
  • Apply relevant construction skills in a particular trade area.

Program Advising

Meet with your academic advisor regularly to make sure you are on track to graduate and/or transfer.

Transfer Opportunities

MC has a long history of successfully preparing students for transfer to four-year institutions. See all transfer agreements.

Careers

For some positions listed, a bachelor's degree or higher may be required. Use the Career and Program Explorer to see a full report for this career field. See links below chart for further guidance and/or connect with a Program Advisor to discuss career goals.

  • MC Student Employment Services: Speak with the Student Employment Specialist for help with resume writing, interviewing, setting up a College Central Network (CCN)new window account and other job search topics.
  • Career Coach: Explore Career Coach to learn more about this career and/or discover related majors and in-demand careers based on your current interests! Take a Career Assessment and then browse careers and job opportunities in the area.

Curriculum

Suggested Course Sequence: Building Trades Technology - HVAC

A suggested course sequence for Building Trades Technology - HVAC majors follows.


How To Apply and Register


Montgomery College is a proud recipient of the Johnson Controls Community College Partnership Program grant. Through this collaboration, Montgomery College is enrolling and graduating students from historically underrepresented populations in Heating Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) programs, ensuring they are supported through scholarships, training, and mentoring from Johnson Controls employees.

HVAC Jobs Can't be Outsourced! Learn a Trade that Pays Well!

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MC offers a wide variety of noncredit classes. These courses are designed to help you upgrade your skills, pursue career training, or learn something new.