HVAC-R TECHNICIAN
HVAC systems often require multiple calculation interactions to design efficient and effective systems that can provide acceptable indoor air quality. ASHRAE has developed an Excel workbook that can be used to perform these calculations. This lesson teaches you about this ASHRAE tool. Credit earned on completion of this program will be reported to RCEP. A certificate of completion will be issued to each participant. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by NCEES or RCEP.
NATE
These courses provide information on good design practices for opaque envelope components and fenestration for small retail buildings. It also lists the cautions that should be incorporated into the design and construction of such components. Credit earned on completion of this program will be reported to RCEP. A certificate of completion will be issued to each participant. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by NCEES or RCEP.
Job Outlook:
Since this occupation is projected to grow faster through 2018 than other occupations that require post-secondary training or an associate degree, the job outlook for HVAC technicians is excellent. (The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).
Possible Duties:
Complying with applicable standards, policies & procedures, inc safety procedures & maintenance of a clean work area
Inspecting & testing a system to verify system compliance with plans & specifications and to detect and locate malfunctions
Repairing/replacing defective equipment, components or wiring.
Testing electrical circuits & components for continuity, using electrical test equipment
Reassembling and testing equipment following repairs.
If you are new to the industry some of these salary facts of an HVAC technician might interest you:
HVAC Technician avg salary $44,000
HVAC Technician Residential $53,000
HVAC Journeyman $41,000
HVAC Technician HVAC Technician $50,000
Commercial HVAC Technician HVAC $27,000
Technician HVAC $52,000
HVAC Service Technician HVAC $53,000
HVAC R Service Technician $43,000
Temperature Control Technician $65,000
HVAC R Technician $45,000
Commercial HVAC Service Technician $54,000
HVAC Installer HVAC $47,000
Life Safety Services $42,000
HVAC Technican $53,000
Residential HVAC Service Technician $48,000
HVAC Technician $43,000
HVAC is an abbreviation for heating, ventilation and air conditioning therefore an HVAC technician installs, maintains and repairs heating, air conditioning & refrigeration systems. The HVAC technician may specialize in installation or in maintenance and repair. He may also specialize in either heating, air conditioning or refrigeration work.
Some states and localities require HVAC technicians to be licensed. This requires passing a test.
HVAC CE, HVAC-R CE, HVAC courses, NATE courses
