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Entry Level HVAC Technician

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What You’ll Learn

  • Fundamentals of HVAC Systems

    • Heat transfer principles, refrigeration cycles, and airflow dynamics
    • Identification and function of key components in residential and light‑commercial equipment

  • Installation & Service Techniques

    • Piping, brazing, and leak‑testing procedures
    • Start‑up, troubleshooting, and preventive‑maintenance practices using industry‑standard tools

  • Electrical & Controls

    • Reading wiring diagrams, diagnosing control circuits, and safely working with 120/240 V systems
    • Introduction to smart thermostats and basic building‑automation interfaces

  • Safety & Regulatory Compliance

    • Completion of the OSHA 10‑Hour Construction Safety curriculum—hazard recognition, PPE, lockout/tagout, and job‑site best practices
    • EPA refrigerant regulations, recovery procedures, and environmental stewardship

  • Refrigerant Handling & Certification Prep

    • Hands‑on recovery, recycling, and charging techniques
    • Exam preparation for EPA Section 608 Type I & Type II certifications

  • Customer Service & Professional Skills

    • Communicating technical findings to clients
    • Work‑order documentation, ethics, and professionalism on the job site

By the end of this course you will be prepared to enter the workforce as an entry‑level HVAC technician with the OSHA 10‑Hour card in Construction Safety and eligibility to obtain EPA Type I & II certification—credentials that signal safety competence and regulatory compliance to prospective employers.

Career Options

HVAC technicians are in high demand in the state of Indiana. According to INDemand Jobs, HVAC technician is a 4-flame occupation. https://indemandjobs.dwd.in.gov/Occupation/Soc/49-9021.00/

About the Job Indiana Average Salary: $44,060.00 Average Time to Fill: 44 days 10 Year Projected Openings (2021-2031): 7,978 10 Year Expected Percentage Change (2021-2031): 5.01 %

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