Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR)

Welcome to the Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) program at College of DuPage!

Career opportunities abound in this fast-growing area. The HVACR curriculum provides you with a general, technical background and then allows for specialization in many areas of this industry.

Two new associate's degrees, Contractors and Building Environmental, are now part of the HVACR curriculum. If you are interested in owning or managing a HVACR company, the Contractors degree is designed with you in mind. The Building Environmental degree is perfect if you are interested in a career in building environmental management and control. More

The HVACR industry is among the top 30 growth occupations in the United States, with reports of some seasoned technicians earning more than $100,000. COD graduates are in demand in the public and private sectors.

Career opportunities include the following:

• Utility companies
• Contractors
• Building engineers
• Supply chain companies
• Governmental organizations
• Owning/managing your own company
  
  

In the HVACR program, study the theory of refrigeration, air conditioning and heating, electrical circuitry, control equipment, and system design. Take courses in testing, troubleshooting and equipment installation. This technical core curriculum is the basis for several certificates and three Associate in Applied Science degrees.

With proper planning, you can continue your education at a baccalaureate-granting institution. Baccalaureate degrees include mechanical or electrical engineering or technology education.

Before enrolling, discuss your plans with program advisors to determine the best course of study for you!

 

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Herb Haushahn, Coordinator
TEC 1063, (630) 942-2599

Jim Janich, Instructor 
TEC 1065, (630) 942-3313 

Alison Greene, Program Advisor
TEC 1047, (630) 942-2969