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HVACR Technician

Location: Orem

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Program length
11 months

Total cost
$3,480

Registration opens
7/17/2025

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This program prepares students for an interesting and profitable career as an HVACR Technician. Technicians install, service, and repair equipment in a wide range of applications including residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial settings. This program provides students with the opportunity to prepare for a successful career and acquire the knowledge and skills that will qualify them for employment opportunities with incomes higher than the typical U.S. household.

This industry has proven to be resistant to economic downturns. With increasing energy costs and indoor air quality expectations, employment opportunities and earnings are on the rise.

93% Completion This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee completion of the program.

77% Placement This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee placement after the program.

Avg. salary $40k-$50k Wage data represents an estimate sourced directly from Career One Stop. Actual salaries may vary.

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There are a lot of labs and I like that it intertwines with the lecture part of class. The labs especially help within the field because of how it relates to real life on the job situations.
Sergio Leiva
I love the labs, especially since I learn better with my hands. The classes get better each semester, and the teachers have been great! Every teacher I've had genuinely cares for you and wants you to succeed.
Thomas Pontious
The teachers are great, they all have plenty of in field experience so that not only are they teaching you what they actually know versus book knowledge, but since every teacher has a different types of field experience, you can learn a lot from the different teachers about many different niches within the field. The lab is fully stocked with equipment that makes it much easier to learn and practice on. You can actually do the things you’re learning about rather than just sit in a classroom and hear about it. It’s made an huge difference for me in my career, giving me more knowledge and a safe place to learn before applying it in the real world. I’ve become a much better HVACR tech because of it. Overall a great program!
Luke Reynolds

Registration Opens:
July 17, 2025 (for the August start date)
November 19, 2025 (for the January start date)

Minimum Age Requirement: 17 years old. High school students must be in their senior year.

Registration opens at 8:00 AM on the Student Portal, and remains open until classes are full.

  • Complete and satisfy score requirements on the Entrance Assessment administered by the Testing Center.
  • Work at least part-time for an HVACR company.
    • Unemployed first year students may register two days prior to the semester start, on a space available basis.
  • Must be registered with the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing through employer. 
  • To continue throughout the program, students must pass the current level with a minimum grade of 70%.
SECTIONCOURSECAMPUSROOM #START DATEEND DATESTART TIMEEND TIMEDAYS
Fall 2025Introduction to HVACR CareersOrem Campus – Building A1058/13/202510/6/20256:00 PM9:00 PMM,T,W,TH
Spring 2026Introduction to HVACR CareersOrem Campus – Building A1051/5/20262/24/20262:30 PM5:30 PMM,T,W,TH
Fall 2025Introduction to Air Conditioning, Heating and RefrigerationOrem Campus – Building A10510/7/202512/2/20256:00 PM9:00 PMM,T,W,TH
Spring 2026Introduction to Air Conditioning, Heating and RefrigerationOrem Campus – Building A1052/25/20264/21/20262:30 PM5:30 PMM,T,W,TH
Fall 2025HVACR Electrical EssentialsOrem Campus – Building A1068/13/202510/6/20256:00 PM9:00 PMM,T,W,TH
Spring 2026HVACR Electrical EssentialsOrem Campus – Building A1051/5/20262/24/20262:30 PM5:30 PMM,T,W,TH
Fall 2025Heating SystemsOrem Campus – Building A10610/7/202512/2/20256:00 PM9:00 PMM,T,W,TH
Spring 2026Heating SystemsOrem Campus – Building A1052/25/20264/21/20262:30 PM5:30 PMM,T,W,TH
Fall 2025Basic Refrigeration SkillsOrem Campus – Building A1108/13/202510/6/20256:00 PM9:00 PMM,T,W,TH
Spring 2026Basic Refrigeration SkillsOrem Campus – Building A1051/5/20262/24/20266:00 PM9:00 PMM,T,W,TH
Fall 2025Advanced Controls and Exit SkillsOrem Campus – Building A11010/7/202512/2/20256:00 PM9:00 PMM,T,W,TH
Spring 2026Advanced Controls and Exit SkillsOrem Campus – Building A1052/25/20264/21/20266:00 PM9:00 PMM,T,W,TH
Fall 2025Basic Installation SkillsOrem Campus – Building AHVACR LAB8/13/202510/6/20256:00 PM9:00 PMM,T,W,TH
Spring 2026Basic Installation SkillsOrem Campus – Building AHVACR LAB1/5/20264/21/20266:00 PM9:00 PMM,T,W,TH
Schedule Notes: For all courses, not including the DAY TIME course, a priority schedule will be given to students who are employed at least part-time by an HVAC company. For 1st year students, not employed, registration will open on a space-available basis two (2) days before the start date listed.
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Total hours: 630

Course Descriptions
Course NameCourse HoursCourse CreditsExternship/Clinical/ WBL CreditsTuition ($120/credit)Course FeesIndustry Exam Fees
Introduction to HVACR Careers9030$360.00$245.00$100.00
Introduction to Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration9030$360.00$150.00$30.00
HVACR Electrical Essentials9030$360.00$155.00
Heating Systems9030$360.00$110.00
Basic Refrigeration Systems9030$360.00$65.00
Advanced Controls and Exit Skills9030$360.00$65.00$0.00
Basic Installation Skills9030$360.00$0.00$0.00
TOTALS:630210$2,520.00$790.00$130.00
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Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

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Tuition/FeesCost
Tuition:$2,520.00
Application Fee: $0.00
Registration Fee:$40.00
Total Course Fees:$790.00
Required Materials:$0.00
Industry Exam Fee:$130.00
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Note: High school students attend MTECH tuition free, and are only responsible for fees and materials.

Course-by-course cost breakdowns can be found on the “Courses” tab above.

Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program.

While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

Required MaterialsQuantityNotes (ISBN numbers, etc)Cost
Safety Glassesrequired for all courses$5.00
Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (MRAC) 22nd Ed – 2 Year Access (Used in all classes EXCEPT for first semester course – Introduction to HVACR Careers)979-8-89118-201-1Included in Course Fees
Essential Electrical Skills 2nd Ed. for HVACR (Used ONLY for HVACR Electrical Essentials course)979-8-88817-488-3
TABLET Students are not allowed to take tests on phones. All HVAC apprenticeship students are issued a tablet at the begining of their first semester at MTECH to use for all coursework and testing.
International Fuel Gas Code 2021 (Used ONLY for first semeser course – Introduction to HVACR Careers)
HVAC Refrigerant Charging Quick Card (Purchased in Heating Systems course and used in all subsequent courses)
RMGA Study Guide (Used ONLY for first semeser course – Introduction to HVACR Careers)
EPA-608 Study Guide Mainstream Engineering (Purchased for Introduction to Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration course only)
Code Check Plumbing & Mechanical 7th Edition (Purchased for Heating Systems)1
https://codecheck.com/product/code-check-plumbing-mechanical-6th-edition/
Total Cost of Required Materials$5.00
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  • MTECH Program Certificate in HVACR Technician
  • Students are prepared to take the following exams:
    • RMGA
    • Section 608 EPA
    • TRAC Pipe
    • NATE CHP-5 Electrical Controls
    • NATE CHP-5 HVAC Fundamentals
    • NATE CHP-5 Air Flow
    • NATE CHP-5 Installation
    • NATE CHP-5 Customer Service

Does MTECH place students with an employer?
No. Students are responsible for acquiring employment within the industry. The MTECH Student Job Board and the Department of Workforce Services are great employment resources.

How to Apply

Submit MTECH Application

Applying is free and easy! When you apply, please choose “undecided” as your program choice. You will select HVACR Technician after being accepted to MTECH.

Take the Entrance Assessment

Admission requirements may be met by taking the Entrance Assessment OR by providing qualifying documentation. The Entrance Assessment can be taken at a Testing Center, and qualifying documents can be sent to transcripts@mtec.edu.

Learn more about the assessment HERE

Provide Proof of Employment

Proof of employment as an HVACR apprentice must be verified through Student Services.

Employment is only necessary to enroll in the following courses:

  • HVACR Electrical Essentials
  • Heating Systems
  • Basic Refrigeration Systems
  • Advanced Controls and Exit Skills

Register for HVACR Technician

Once previous steps have been completed, eligibility is met to register for the first course within the program. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Tuition and fees are due for the first course upon registration.

Prospective students can register through the Student Portal, or in person at Student Services.

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Program length
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Total cost
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Course Descriptions

Introduction to HVACR Careers
TEAC 1400
The Introduction of HVACR Careers and RMGA Certification course will prepare students for the Rocky Mountain Gas Association Gas technician certification. Students will learn HVACR mathematics for technicians and be introduced to the HVACR career field identigying multiple career field paths, with an emphasis on future industry changes. Trac Pipe Gas Certfication training provided by AIMR.
Introduction to Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration
TEAC 1010
An introductory course explaining the principles of Heating, air Conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR). The basic refrigeration cycle and components will be covered. Elementary electrical concepts, electrical heating systems, and hydronic heating systems will be introduced. Guiding principles for services and installing technicians, i.e., hand-tools, safety, energy conservation, certifications, codes, and permits will be introduced. Careers in HVACR will be explored and trade math skills reviewed.
HVACR Electrical Essentials
TEAC 1100
The skills reviewed in Introduction to Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration will be applied to electrical circuits as basic electrical theory is broadened with activities using various electrical meters to reinforce learning from classroom instruction. Eelctrical components in HVACR systems will be presented as students learn to inerpret and produce vaious electrical diagrams illustrating how these systems are controlled.
Heating Systems
TEAC 1120
An introduction to heating fundamentals including heat transfer and combustion theory. Furnace types, their specfic control components, and sequences of operation will be covered. Students will also prepare for the Rocky Mountain Gas Association (RMGA) Gas Technician certification exam.
Basic Refrigeration Systems
TEAC 1140
An introductory course covering the physical and chemical laws governing the principles of refrigeration. A more in -depth study of the refrigeration cycle, system components, refrigerants, and refrigerant controls will be covered.
Advanced Controls and Exit Skills
TEAC 1420
The Advanced Controls and Exit Skills course is an introduction to advanced electrical principles and theory with regards to residential and commercial HVACR controls, with an emphasis on the following: direct digital controls, electrical wiring, proper grounding of equipment, common proglems such as fraying, corrosino, disconnection, and troubleshooting using the hopscotch method.
Basic Installation Skills
TEAC 1160
Copper tubing and pipe joinery will be covered, including tools and equipments, and their proper use will be demonstrated while emphasizing safety. Oxy-acetylene, air-acetylene and MAPP equipment will be covered. Installation related devices, wiring, tubing instrallation and sheet metal methods will also be covered. Various hanging and support methods will also be addressed.
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