Course Offerings

This course consists of the fourth and final year of instruction for working as a Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technician at new construction sites and on remodeling and renovation projects. HVAC Apprenticeship Level 4 is the fourth course in the NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) curriculum for HVAC Apprenticeship.

Course Objectives

have an understanding of Water Treatment systems, Building Management systems, and Energy Conservation equipment and how they work in HVAC systems,

understand Indoor Air Quality Requirements and how they are affected by HVAC systems,

demonstrate an understanding of Heating and Cooling System Design and the ability to understand Construction Drawings and Specifications,

have an understanding of Alternative and Specialized Heating and Cooling Systems,

know how to safely start up and shut down HVAC systems and ensure the systems are balanced

understand Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Systems, and

develop basic skills in Crew Leadership.

Outline of Instruction

Water Treatment

Indoor Air Quality

Energy Conservation Equipment

Building Management Systems

System Air Balancing

System Startup and Shutdown

Construction Drawings and Specifications

Heating and Cooling System Design

Commercial/Industrial Refrigeration Systems

Alternative and Specialized Heating and Cooling Systems

Fundamentals of Crew Leadership

OSHA 30-Hr Safety Training for the Construction Industry

Contact Hours

180

CEUs

No

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

Students who successfully complete the requirements for this course will be eligible to receive certification from the NCCER and will receive credit for completion of the fourth year of Apprenticeship Training.

Website

https://www.apprenticeshipnc.com/apprentices; http://www.nccer.org/training-and-certifications

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

See Outline of Instruction

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

NCCER Core Curriculum, HVAC Apprenticeship, Level 1, HVAC Apprenticeship, Level 2, HVAC Apprenticeship, Level 3

Learning Supplies Needed

HVAC Level Four Trainee Guide, published by NCCER in partnership with Pearson.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

HVAC Lab for teaching hands on activities.

Requirements for Successful Completion

80% attendance
Successfully complete all module exams with a minimum score of 70%,Successfully complete all hands-on assessments

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Registered Apprentices

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Apprentice, Level 4

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

Yes

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

HVAC Apprentice

Related Courses

CAR-3108K1

Course Contact Information

Larry Buie
919-334-1611
[email protected]