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Refrigeration/Air Conditioning/
Heating/Gas Technology — Associate’s Degree

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    Intensive instruction in the mechanical and electrical control devices used in cooling systems.
  • Fundamentals of basic domestic and complex refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
  • Hands-on training in domestic and commercial air conditioning and refrigeration.
  • Design of refrigeration and air conditioning units, such as walk-in coolers and freezers.
  • Laboratory experience with air movement.
  • Hands-on training with troubleshooting simulators.
  • Career opportunities in sales and distribution, as well as, design, service and construction.
  • Heating curriculum includes steam, warm air, and hydronic heating systems.
  • Exposure to various types of heating systems.
    • Over 40 operating units for hands-on training.
    • Design and layout of heating systems.
    • Installation, troubleshooting, and servicing of gas-fired equipment.

Job Titles

  • Test Technician
  • Installation Specialist
  • Maintenance Technician
  • Repair Specialist
  • Service Engineer
  • Estimator
  • Operating Engineer
  • Gas Service Technician
  • Apprentice
  • Ice Machine Specialist
  • Ice Rink Maintenance
  • System Designer
  • Consultant
  • Propane Gas Technician

Career Success

Leading employers hire New England Tech Graduates…
  • Air & Energy
  • Buckley Heating & Cooling
  • Coldmasters Temperature Controls
  • GEM Plumbing & Heating
  • M & M O'Neil Oil
  • Mohegan Sun
  • New England Mechanical Services
  • Pepsi Company
  • Providence Journal Company
  • RI Hospital
  • Siemens Building Technology
  • Suburban Service
  • Texas Instruments
  • New England Gas Company
  • Victory Heating & Air Conditioning

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