George Brown Polytechnic

Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology

George Brown Polytechnic

Faculty:School of Apprenticeship and Skilled Trades
Degree:Diploma; Advanced
Field of Study:Heating, AC and Refrig. Tech./Technician
Length:3 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $4,136
International: $19,200
Careers:Refrigeration and Air Conditioning MechanicsOil and Solid Fuel Heating MechanicsAppliance Servicers/Technicians

Description:

This three-year Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology advanced diploma program provides you with an understanding of the factors involved in designing, building, controlling and maintaining energy-efficient building environmental systems. The first two years of the program will give you practical skills through hands-on projects in the shops. You’ll work on a wide range of furnaces, air conditioners, refrigeration equipment and other appliances in our labs. In the third year, you’ll focus more on commercial systems, giving you a well-rounded knowledge base to succeed in the HVAC industry.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Applicants must have

    • An Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent* with completion of Grade 12 English (C or U) and Grade 11 Math (C, M or U) or Grade 12 (C or U)
    • Application Form

    Additional Admission Requirements:

      * Mature student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)

      Mature students may take the Admissions Assessment for English and Math, OR may consider upgrading to achieve the credit(s) needed in English and Math.

      * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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