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Woodbridge Campus - Air building

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Program

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Why Choose HVACR*?

• Technicians are in great demand• Good pay – Starting annual wages $25,000 to $30,000

• Interesting and fulfilling work• Many opportunities for advancement

*HVACR (Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration)

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Program – Woodbridge Campus

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Why Choose AIR classes at NOVA?

• Instructors – HVACR experience– Master licensed

• Courses – Relevant and practical– Hands-on lab experience


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More Reasons to Choose NOVA AIR

• State-of-the-art classrooms and labs• Accredited by HVAC Excellence• HVACR companies prefer NOVA students• Most employers pay for NOVA student’s

courses• All good students will get hired!


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AIR Labs & Classrooms


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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

• How much does it cost?• How long is each course?• How many courses should I take?• Do I have to get a certificate or degree?• How much study time outside each class?• How soon can I get a job in HVACR?• Is there financial aid available?• How do I get started at NOVA?


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How Much Does It Cost?

Virginia residents• $145.25 per credit

Non-Virginia residents• Out of state :

– $340.00 per credit

• Military contract-out of state : – $160.75 per credit

• Business contract-out of state : – $220.75 per credit

• AIR courses are 3 or 4 credits eachPlus textbooks and safety glasses

As of the Spring 2013 semester:

• Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Program – Woodbridge Campus

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How Long is Each Course?

• 16 week semester• Course meetings – one class per week• 4 to 5 hours long– Class time is usually half lecture, half lab.


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How many courses should I take?

• If you are already working full-time:– We recommend only 1 or 2 courses per semester

• If you want to go to NOVA full-time: – We recommend 16 to 18 credits per semester


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Must I get a certificate or degree?

• No, you may take whatever courses you like.– However, employers like certificates and degrees

• First level is a Career Studies Certificate– Five AIR program courses, one elective

• Second level is A/C and Refrigeration Certificate– One more AIR course, English, Physics or Math, elective

• The Associate Degree (a 2-year college degree)– Six more AIR courses, three electives

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Program

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HVACR and Facilities Services TechnologyCareer Studies Certificate

• Course number, description, and credits:– AIR 121 A/C & Refrigeration I (4 credits)– AIR 122 A/C & Refrigeration II (4 credits)– AIR 111 A/C & Refrigeration Controls 1 (3 credits)– AIR 134 Circuits and Controls (3 credits)– AIR 154 Basic Heating (4 credits)

• Or BLD 20 Intro to Plumbing (2 credits)

– English or Communication (CST) elective (3 credits)– SDV 100 College Success Skills (1 credit)


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Air Conditioning and RefrigerationCertificate

• The Career Studies Certificate, plus:– AIR 213 A/C & Refrigeration Controls III (4

credits)– ENG 111 College Composition I (3 credits)• If not already taken for the Career Studies Certificate

– PHY 101 Intro to Physics (3 credits)• Or MTH 151 Mathematics for Liberal Arts (3 credits)

– Social Science elective (3 credits)


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Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Associate of Applied Science Degree

• The A/C and Refrigeration Certificate, plus:– AIR 205 Hydronics and Zoning (4 credits)– AIR 207 Heat Loads and Psychrometrics (4 credits)– AIR 235 Heat Pumps (4 credits)– AIR 238 Advanced Troubleshooting (4 credits)– AIR 251 Air Conditioning Systems I (4 credits)– AIR 252 Air Conditioning Systems II (4 credits)– AIR 257 Gas-Fired Warm Air Furnaces (4 credits)– Humanities/Fine Arts elective (3 credits)– PED 116 Lifetime Fitness & Wellness (1 credit)


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How much study time outside each class?

• About 1 hour per week for each course credit.– Example: a 3-credit course requires 3 hours of

study per week• This is an average depending on your study habits• The Student Development (SDV 100) course teaches

study skills, test taking, and more.


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How soon can I get a job in HVAC?

• When you have the basic skills for HVACR – Employers prefer a Career Studies Certificate: • Two courses in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration• Two courses in Electricity & Controls• One course in Basic Heating Systems


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Is there financial aid available?

• Yes, apply at the financial aid office– Many NOVA students are receiving financial help

• Most employers help pay for learning– They cover your tuition to continue HVACR studies


http://www.nvcc.edu/future-students/paying-for-college/index.html

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How do I get started at NOVA?

• First, enroll online at www.nvcc.edu – There is no charge to enroll– Enrolling provides NOVA with your personal info

and educational history– You will receive a student I.D. # and email address

• Then, go to Student Services room 202 Woodbridge campus– Our counselors will give you some good advice

• Finally, register for classes onlineAir Conditioning and Refrigeration Program

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Miscellaneous Info


Woodbridge Campus 15200 Neabsco Mills Road

Woodbridge, VA 22191Less than 2 miles off I-95 South Exit 156

The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program is part of the

Natural Science and Math DivisionRoom 208, Seefeldt Building

703.878.5741

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