Dutchess Community College

Microcredential in

HVAC Technician Foundational Skills III

This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.

Dutchess Community College

Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Face to Face

Delivery

2 Semesters

Estimated time to complete

9.1 CEUs

Continuing education units

$425.00

Estimated cost*

What you'll learn

This HVAC Technician Foundational Skills III microcredential is the third in a series and builds on the advanced HVAC knowledge and technical skills developed in HVAC II, with a focus on heating systems, duct design, and automated controls. All courses are taught in person at the Mechatronics Lab at DCC's Center of Excellence for Business, Industry, and Innovation in Fishkill, where you'll work with the same tools and technologies used by HVAC professionals. You will deepen your competencies in HVAC system installation, controls integration, diagnostics, and system design, preparing you for advanced roles in the HVAC field. Successful completion of this microcredential supports continued study and advancement into positions focused on system controls, troubleshooting, and integrated HVAC system design. To enroll in HVAC III, you must have successfully completed the HVAC II microcredential.

A face to face microcredential from Dutchess Community College (9.1 CEUs). Registration is completed with Dutchess Community College. Eligible for financial aid.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

Complete first

HVAC Technician Foundational Skills II

Required. Registration checks that you have completed it.

Upcoming sections

Section 1:

Open

Section 2:

Open

What you can earn

HVAC Technician Foundational Skills III Microcredential (Digital Badge)

Skills covered

Air Distribution Systems

Automation

Building Codes

Electrical Wiring

HVAC

HVAC Controls

Oil and Gas

Systems Design

Systems Theories

Ventilation

Career outlook

Related occupations: Production Technician, Maintenance Technician, CNC Operator

Advanced manufacturing employers in New York report a shortage of skilled technicians.

* Estimated cost

Each campus will confirm final costs.