HVACR Technician
HVACR Technician
21 Credit Hours | Technical Certificate
Program Length
1 Year
Credentials
Technical Certificate
Cost/Tuition*
Total Estimated Cost: $3,374
(subject to change without notice)
Location
Financial Aid/Funding
Financial Aid/Funding is available
Program Overview
Equipment and Tools Needed
- Heating and Cooling Essentials, 5th Edition, bundle
- Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 22nd, Edition bundle
- Safety glasses or prescription glasses with safety lenses.
- Gloves, cut resistant ANSI A4, similar/equal to these found on Amazon.
- Earbuds or headphones that can plug into a laptop computer.
- USB drive to store your work.
- HVACR Clamp Multi-Meter UEI DL479, DL569, DL579, or similar available at some supply houses or Amazon.
- 6 in 1 screwdriver (#1 and #2 Phillips screwdrivers, 1/4” and 3/16” slotted screwdrivers, 1/4" and 5/16” nut-drivers)
- Small 1/8” flat-blade screwdriver (control screwdriver) used for thermostats.
- Hex wrench set, SAE (not metric), long-arm (not folding)
Equipment and Tools Needed
- Adjustable open-end wrench, 6”
- Adjustable open-end wrench, 8”
- Two pocket thermometers, UEI PDT650 or similar
- Magnet (approx. 2”X3/4”X1/2”) or The Old Switcheroo (Google to find source)
- Refrigeration service wrench, Yellow Jacket model 60613 or similar
- Measuring tape, at least 16’
- Electrical tape, 1 roll.
- Tubing cutter, Rigid model 150 or similar
- Deburring tool, Yellow Jacket model 60163 or similar
- Jumper wires with alligator clips
Career Outcomes
Entry-Level Wage: $17.79, Median Wage: $25.03
51 Monthly Openings
Occupational Data, 2025, Salt Lake County, Lightcast Economic Modeling
Occupations
Heating, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration Mechanics
Certification Included
Technical Certificate
RMGA Certification
EPA 608 Certification
State Licensure/Certification Information
Professional LicensureTuition & Financial Aid
Total Program Cost
*Tuition includes all certification exam fees. Subject to change without notice.
Please contact SLCC Veterans Services for VA Educational Benefits
Apply for FundingRequired Courses
21 Credit Hours
TEAC 1010
Introduction to Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration
Credit Hours: 3
Semester: Fall, Spring, Summer
TEAC 1100
HVACR Electrical Essentials
Credit Hours: 3
Semester: Fall, Spring, Summer
TEAC 1120
Heating Systems
Credit Hours: 3
Semester: Fall, Spring, Summer
TEAC 1140
Basic Refrigeration Systems
Credit Hours: 3
Semester: Fall, Spring, Summer
TEAC 1160
Basic Installation Skills
Credit Hours: 3
Semester: Fall, Spring, Summer
TEAC 1510
Air Distribution Systems
Credit Hours: 3
Semester: Fall, Spring, Summer
TEAC 1520
Carbon Steel Piping Practices and Refrigerant Certification
Credit Hours: 3
Semester: Fall, Spring, Summer
Top 6 things to know before you apply
- Understand the Program Requirements
- Align Career Goals
- Explore Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Funding
- Program Duration and Schedule
- Teaching Mode
- Academic Readiness
How To Apply
Apply for Admissions
Complete your admissions application. Once you receive your student number (S#), proceed to Step 2.
Meet with Your Academic Advisor
Schedule an appointment (in-person, phone, or video call):
801-957-4978
academicadvising@elco.edu
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