Program Overview
Career Objectives:
- Complete a career goal card and essay yearly.
- Purpose is to be sure students are aware of careers available and the path needed to reach their career goals.
Program Highlights:
- Students will have the opportunity to install and service heating and air conditioning equipment in the lab.
Curriculum and Occupational Titles:
- Potential career opportunities:
HVAC Service Technician
Installation/Service Manager
Gas Heating Service Technician
Oil Heating Service Technician
Business Owner
Grading:
- KNOWLEDGE- 30 points (includes: lesson participation, homework, tests/quizzes, senior project/portfolio)
- WORK ETHIC – 30 points (includes: attitude/behavior, time management, uniform/grooming, reliability/time sheet)
- SKILLS– 40 points (includes: mechanical abilities, problem solving, duty/task progress, shop safety)
Program Expectations:
- Students who complete the program can:
enter the trade as a service technician.
continue their education at a technical college.
enter into an apprenticeship program.
Eligible students have the opportunity to obtain up to 9 college credits through the PA Department of Education SOAR program.
Tools and Equipment Requirements:
- Digital multimeter (juniors and seniors) $100
- 25’ tape measure $10
- Solar powered calculator $5
- Tool belt $20
- 2 inch, 3 ring binder $5
- Tool pouch $25
- Misc. tools: ¼” nut driver, 5/16” nut driver, four way screwdriver, electrical side cutters, electrical diagonal cutters, electrical wire strippers, channel lock pliers, adjustable wrench, torpedo level
Uniform/Clothing Requirements:
- Navy blue work pants $17 (not blue jeans)
- Navy blue work shirt $24
- Safety glasses $5
- Leather shoes or work boots $40 (no sneakers)
Program Fees:
- Activity fee ($20)
- EPA 608 Certification for Refrigerant fee ($30 for 3rd or 4th year students)
Program Rules/Regulations:
- Students are required to have a 3 ring binder for note taking.
- Students are required to follow all posted safety rules and regulations as well as those in the student handbook.
Safety Requirements:
- Safety glasses, work boots and a uniform are required while in the lab areas.
- Safety test (written and hands-on) will be administered.
- Must follow NMTCC Code of Conduct.
Portfolio Presentations:
- Students will produce a digital portfolio.
- A portfolio is used to show future employers the accomplishments achieved while attending NMTCC.
Post-Secondary Options:
- Students can enter into a degree or non-degree program of study.
- The HVAC program has an articulation agreement with Penn College of Technology.
- Eligible students have the opportunity to obtain up to 9 college credits through PA Department of Education SOAR program.
Career Employment Opportunities:
- Potential career opportunities:
Residential Heating/Cooling Technician
Gas/Oil Heating Service Technician
Installation/Service Mechanic
Air Conditioning/Heat Pump Service Technician
Refrigeration Mechanic
Service Manager