More Applied Technology Programs
Today's residential central air conditioning systems are up to 35 per cent more energy efficient than the ones that were typically installed in the 1990s. This is just one example of how this sector is addressing Canadians' concerns about rising energy prices and the environment in practical and effective ways. Work with design contractors in designing, installing, servicing, or retrofitting HVACR equipment. As well, there are opportunities to work as a sales representative, specifications writer, and service representative. With experience, graduates can become estimators, working with plans and specifications to determine material and labour requirements in preparation of contract bids.
Humber's program prepares students for a career as a heating (gas and oil), refrigeration and air conditioning technician. You will acquire a broad knowledge of the design, installation and service techniques of heating and air conditioning systems in residential and commercial buildings. Students learn to size, select and maintain equipment for building comfort utilizing various industry standards.
Refer to our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) at humber.ca/faq for up-to-date information.
Students are responsible for arranging their own four-month (minimum 400 hours) paid work term. It normally takes place from May through August following semester four. Students must successfully complete a career management course to help them develop effective job search skills, prior to the work term. The school provides a range of services to support students in this.
Partnerships include Carrier Canada, Sporlan Valve, York International, RSES - Ontario Maple Leaf Chapter, and DuPont Canada.
Heating, Refrigeration, Air Conditioning Institute (HRAI); Residential Air System Design Technician (RASDT); Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) G.3 Certificate of Qualification, OBT3 Certificate of Qualification; Ministry of the Environment (MOE); Refrigeration Service Engineers Society, Canada (RSES) and Ozone Depletion Potential Awareness Certification Card.
Qualified graduates of this program may be eligible to apply their academic credits toward further study at many postsecondary institutions. For detailed information, visit our Web site at transferguide.humber.ca or refer to the Humber Transfer Guide.
Note: Refer to the Selection Procedures for more information
The 2009/2010 fee for two semesters is
- domestic $3,399.70
- international $11,730.
For further information, refer to Fees and Financial Assistance in this publication.
$270 - HRAI (six exams at $45 each); $70 - TSSA G.3 application fee; $170 for OBT3 exam plus application fee; $70 - MOE/ RSES registration fee.
For information regarding the co-op fee for this program, refer to Fees and Financial Assistance in this publication.
| Semester 1 (25 hours/week) | Credits |
| HVAC 102 | Refrigeration 1 | 4 |
| HVAC 104 | HVAC Controls 1 | 4 |
| HVAC 105 | Engineering Practices | 3 |
| HVAC 109 | Codes of Practice | 5 |
| HVAC 110 | Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Principles | 2 |
| TMAT 105 | Mathematics 1 | 4 |
| COMM 213 | Technical Communications 1 | 3 |
| Semester 2 (26 hours/week) | Credits |
| HVAC 201 | Refrigeration 2 | 4 |
| HVAC 209 | HVAC Controls 2A | 5 |
| HVAC 210 | Oil Code | 5 |
| HVAC 315 | Advanced Piping Systems | 3 |
| TMAT 204 | Mathematics 2 | 3 |
| COMM 313 | Technical Communications 2 | 3 |
| HUMA 024 | Humanities | 3 |
| Semester 3 (26 hours/week) | Credits |
| ATEC 300 | Career Management 2 | 2 |
| HVAC 202 | Residential System Design | 4 |
| HVAC 204 | Software Applications | 4 |
| HVAC 314 | HVAC AutoCAD and Graphics | 4 |
| HVAC 401 | Refrigeration 3 | 4 |
| HVAC 410 | HVAC Controls 3 | 5 |
| GNED | General Education Elective | 3 |
| Semester 4 (23 hours/week) | Credits |
| HVAC 301 | Commercial System Design 1 | 4 |
| HVAC 317 | Combo-Commissioning | 4 |
| HVAC 416 | Heating Systems and Add-Ons | 5 |
| HVAC 418 | Mechanical Ventilation Systems | 4 |
| HVAC 501 | Refrigeration 4 | 4 |
| GNED | General Education Elective | 3 |
| Co-op Work Term |
Note: After successful completion of semester four, you will qualify for the Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician Diploma.
Graduates can attain a Gas Technician 2 Certificate of Qualification by taking the two-semester Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology program 03601.
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