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Credit Programs

Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology

Course Contact
James Freeman
[email protected]
919-866-5168
Document(s)
Financial Aid Eligible?
Yes
Learning Format
On Campus
In-person/Online Hybrid
Schedule
Day or Evening

Commercial Refrigeration Certificate

Wake Tech Course ID: C35100F

The Commercial Refrigeration Certificate program is designed for individuals wishing to learn about commercial AHR systems.

The following topics are covered in this certificate program:

  • Basic refrigeration processes used in mechanical refrigeration and air conditioning systems
  • Electricity
  • Fundamentals of heating
  • Hydronic heating systems
  • Fundamentals of liquid chilling equipment

Graduates should be able to assist in the installation, service and repair of commercial refrigeration systems.

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Estimated Tuition & Fees
$1,064
Locations
  • Southern Wake Campus
Total Credits
14
NOTE: Tuition listed is for in-state students. Out-of-state tuition is higher.
Tuition is set annually by the State Board of Community Colleges.
Wake Tech charges various fees in addition to tuition, and individual programs also have specific costs associated with them.

Career Outlook


Wake County USA *Estimated job growth over 10 years.