Skilled Trades Degrees at San Joaquin Valley College - Fresno
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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
Program Highlights
The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration program at SJVC prepares you for year-round job security in a high-demand field. Training focuses on theories of heating, refrigeration and air conditioning. Students study the operation, maintenance and repair of residential and commercial equipment.
Learn
- Diagnostic practices
- Correct hazardous waste disposal
- Science of heating and cooling principles
- Basic theories of electricity
Our hands-on approach to teaching allows you to develop the skills you need for an HVACR career.
Career Opportunities
A Refrigeration and Air Conditioning service technician is qualified to work in many areas including:
- Residential heating/cooling (household refrigeration and appliance repair)
- Commercial refrigeration heating and cooling installation (mini marts, retail stores, restaurants, hotels, office complexes, food storage and processing plants)
- Industrial refrigeration (cold storage and manufacturing plants)
- Transport refrigeration (truck/trailer refrigeration, railroad, ocean-going and air freight)
Certifications Earned
Graduates earn an Associate of Science degree Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and HVACR Excellence certification, as well as Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry (ARI) competency testing.
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Industrial Technology
Program Highlights
This program is designed to provide fundamental, hands-on training of industrial systems and equipment. Students will study and master the basic principles, applications, concepts, and functions of hydraulic systems, bearing and seal types, and power transmission components.
Learn
- Electrical theory
- Motor control
- Programmable logic controllers
- Fluid power systems
- Bearing applications
- Power transmission systems
Career Opportunities
Employers are looking for individuals who can operate and maintain the equipment required for the operation of modern industrial facilities. Troubleshooting skills and the ability to communicate solutions are valuable assets to these organizations. With SJVC's hands-on approach to training, you'll be qualified to go right to work in a variety of commercial and manufacturing settings.
Career Opportunities
- Maintenance Technician
- Production Supervisor
- Hydraulic Technician
- Machine Operator
- Plant Electrician
Certifications Earned
Graduates earn a Certificate of Completion and may choose to continue their education and earn an Associate of Science Degree through SJVC or SJVC Online.