Heating/AC (HVAC)

Heat Up Your Career

As an HVAC expert, you work with heating, cooling, and ventilation systems to keep buildings comfortable. It's a steady job with good pay and many opportunities to advance.

" I would recommend Hawkeye any day of the week. It’s a small campus compared to a major university. You know the instructors, and the instructors know your name. "
  • Shadrach Banks
  • Heating and Air Conditioning '21

Choose Your HVAC Pathway

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  • Electricity and electronic controls
  • Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
  • Air quality, moisture, and temperature control
  • Sheet metal fabrication and installation
  • LP (Propane) Technology

Explore the Heating and Air Conditioning 1 year diploma option

Level 1

  • HVAC Basics
  • Air Distribution
  • Piping Practices
  • Electricity and Math

Level 2

  • AC and Heat Pumps
  • Air Quality and Systems
  • Installation and Maintenance
  • Hydronic and Refrigerants

Level 3

  • HVAC Systems
  • Installation & Troubleshooting
  • Electrical & Safety
  • Codes & Components

Level 4

  • Systems & Components
  • Codes & Standards
  • Installation & Maintenance
  • Exam Prep & Review

Explore the HVAC Apprenticeship

HVAC Overview

You learn from experts who know the job well and can help you with real-world advice. Their connections can also open doors for job opportunities and networking.

Whether you’re learning on the job, or practicing your skills in one of our labs, you graduate with real experience installing and fixing HVAC systems.

The Heating and Air Conditioning diploma option qualifies for the Future Ready Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship and will pay up to 100% of your tuition. You must apply for, be awarded, and meet the ongoing eligibility requirements for the Last-Dollar Scholarship.

The HVAC apprenticeship option follows the learn and earn model, where you work for a local business while learning your trade. Your employer may pay some or all of the costs for completing the apprenticeship program.