HVAC NCCER APPRENTICESHIP LEVELS 1 - 4
Marshall County Correctional
833 West Street, Holly Springs, MS, 38635
About This Program
Each level is basically 32 weeks and is offered once a year beginning in the fall at a rate of $675.00 for each Level. The level 1 program includes CORE (NCCER prerequisite course for all trades) Students may complete one or more levels as desired unless enrolled in the apprenticeship program in which all four levels must be completed. Classes are taught at the MS Construction Education Foundation Training Centers located throughout the state including in-company programs – For additional information on registration and classes go to www.mcef.net and click on “Education & Training” then “Apprenticeship” or call MCEF at 601-605-2989.Level 1 course includes basic core construction skills and craft specific topics such as Tools of the Trade; Copper and Plastic Piping Practices; Soldering and Brazing; Ferrous Metal Piping Practices; Basic Electricity; Introduction to Cooling; Introduction to Heating. Meets requirements of Year 1 of 4-year apprenticeship . Level 2 course includes Air Distribution Systems; Chimneys Vents and Flues; Maintenance Skills; Alternating Current; Basic Electronics; Electric Heating; Control Circuit Troubleshooting; Accessories and Optional Equipment; Metering Devices; Compressors; Heat Pumps; Leak Detection Evacuation Recovery and Charging. Meets requirements of Year 2 of 4-year apprenticeship . Level 3 course includes Planned Maintenance; Troubleshooting Gas Heating; Electric Heating; Oil Heating; Cooling; Heat Pumps; Electronic Controls; Hydronic Heating and Cooling Systems; Airside Systems; Air Properties and Air System Balancing. Meets requirements of Year 3 of 4-year apprenticeship . Level 4 course includes Construction Drawings and Specification; Indoor Air Quality; Energy Conservation Equipment; Building Management Systems; Water Treatment; System Startup and Shutdown; Heating and Cooling System Design. Meets requirements of Year 4 of 4-year apprenticeship.All programs meet or exceed the requirements of a 4 Year apprenticeship programs and are taught by industry professionals with journeyman or master level experience in the trade.
Credential
NCCER Certificate and online Transcript for each level completed.
Field of Study
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
Related Occupation
Installation and maintenance workers set up, service, and repair mechanical and electrical systems including HVAC, telecommunications, and industrial machinery. They keep critical infrastructure operational in homes, businesses, and factories.
Typical Wages in Mississippi
$47,270/yr
$22.73/hr median
2024 data · O*NET via CareerOneStop (DOL/ETA & Minnesota DEED)
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Contact & Location
Location
833 West Street, Holly Springs, MS, 38635
Program Details
Format
This program provides in-person instruction only.
Tuition Cost
$30
Length (Weeks)
128
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