OBJECTIVE: To provide specialized occupational training in a course offering in air conditioning and
heating as it applies to building maintenance. Students will learn how to troubleshoot problems,
install equipment, service equipment, and apply electrical principles to building maintenance air
conditioning and heating equipment.

OCCUPATIONS: Building Maintenance Specialist, Building Maintenance Mechanic, Air Conditioning and Heating Specialist,
Equipment Serviceman, Apartment Maintenance Mechanic, Electrician, Electrical Technician,
Steam Fitter, HVAC Specialist in commercial buildings, hospitals, schools, apartment complexes,
and engineering and air conditioning companies.

Exam: EPA 608

COURSES

Introduction to HVAC

Course Length: 7.5 Hours

Description: This course explains the basic principles of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. Students will receive an introduction the principles of HVAC. The course is a prerequisite for all additional classes.

Trade Mathematics

Course Length: 10 Hours

Description: This course teaches the foundations of the various units of measurement and mathematical principles used throughout the trade industry. Students will identify similar units of measurement in both inch-pound (English) and metric systems, convert measured value in inch-pound system to equivalent metric vales and vice versa.

Copper and Plastic Piping Practices

Course Length: 10 Hours

Description: State the precautions that must be taken that must be taken when installing refrigerant piping. Select the right tubing for a job. Cut and bend tubing. Safely join tubing by using flare and compression fittings.

Soldering and Brazing

Course Length: 10 Hours

Description: Assemble and operate the tools used for soldering and brazing. Prepare tubing and fittings for soldering. Identify the purposes and uses of solder and solder fluxes. Solder copper tubing and fittings.

Ferrous Metal Piping Practice

Course Length: 10 Hours

Description: Identify the types of ferrous metal pipes. Measure the sizes of ferrous pipes. Identify the common malleable iron fittings. Cut, ream, and threaded pipe together and install fittings.

Basic Electricity

Course Length: 13 Hours

Description:State how electrical power is generated and distributed in systems. Describe how voltage, current, resistance, and power are related. Use ohm`s law to calculate the current, voltage, and resistance in a circuit.

Introduction to Cooling

Course Length: 15 Hours

Description: Explain how heat transfer occurs in a cooling system, demonstrating an understanding of the terms and concepts used in refrigeration cycles.

Introduction to Heating

Course Length: 15 Hours

Description: Explains the three methods by which heat is transferred and give an example to each. Describe how combustion occurs and identify the by-products of combustion. Identify the various type of fuels used in heating.

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Our amazing students and staff come from a variety of backgrounds that include economics, trade based skills, and mathematics. Not only will you learn the industry leading skills designed to have an impactful career, you’ll be immersed in an environment of creative thinkers and doers like yourself. Not to worry; you don’t need any priorexperience to complete this program — just a little bit of critical thinking and wherewithal. You will learn and gain more than just an education; you become a part of the Aurom family of students, staff, and partnering corporations.

Curriculum

Month 1
Introduction to HVAC

This module provides and introduction to HVAC. Students will learn the introductory basics of HVAC. Covered topics include trade mathematics along with the theory of HVAC. Students will develop a basis for constructing and understanding proper systems and should be able to explain the basic principles of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration.

Month 2-3
Getting Hands-On

This module introduces students to the various tools used for HVAC systems. Students will not only learn proper safety principles, but will also develop their hands-on skillset for piping, framing, soldering, and troubleshooting. Students will learn how to properly create and construct various HVAC systems, in addition to their installation. Students need no prior HVAC experience in this module as we prepare, mentor, and follow you throughout the process of not only learning the theory behind various HVAC systems, but also their proper build and creation.

Month 4
Practicum

Students are required to complete a capstone project/presentation in a course area of their choosing aimed at demonstrating their comprehension of previously learned topics within the program. Capstone project must include an improved research topic and presentation which is a prerequisite for graduation.

The Process

Step 1

Submit Application

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Administrative Review

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Administrative Review

Step 3

Complete Knowledge Assessment

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Complete Knowledge Assessment

Step 4

Technical Interview

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Technical Interview

Tuition Assistance

Cost: $3500

The Aurom has financing options available on request. Students may also take advantage of third party scholarship opportunities. We also offer low monthly/bi-monthly payment plan options to ensure your focus is on fine-tuning your skills.

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