HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning) systems technicians work on residential and commercial buildings installing and maintaining electrical, gas and oil heating and air-conditioning systems. Rapidly increasing technology in HVAC work requires employers to seek well trained employees from apprenticeship programs. CITC’s four-year program has been designed by highly qualified subject matter experts with this in mind. CITC classes provide theoretical and practical skill applications essential to your success as an HVAC installer or technician. Additionally, students will be well prepared to take and pass the Washington State “06A” electrical specialty exam.
Students will be required to have access to a computer or tablet device with a working camera and microphone. Additionally, all students will need to have access to a reliable internet source when classes begin in the fall. For additional information on the technical requirements for this program please contact the CITC office at (1-877) 707-2482.
Note: It is crucial that students have the required physical textbooks and class materials by the first day of class. Students will be instructed on how to purchase the required e-text(s) on the first day of class. A student who does not have all required e-texts, textbooks and materials by the end of the second week may be dismissed from class and charged with an absence. To purchase the stand alone NCCERConnect with e-text, students will need a Course ID #. Course ID will be provided by the course instructor. CITC Instructor will provide the Course ID no later than the first day of class. Students are expected to purchase the required e-texts during the first day of class.
CITC strives to offer a variety of class schedules and locations for students to select from. To ensure your place in a class of your choice CITC encourages your registration as soon as registration opens. Registration is on a first come, first served basis. If the class you have selected is full, you will be transferred into the next available class at the CITC facility nearest your home zip code.
HVAC 101: FALL QUARTER
Students will thoroughly review construction site safety and shop safety and are introduced to trade mathematics; safe use of basic hand and power tools; blueprint reading; rigging and HVAC tools. Includes OSHA 10 training. Lab date schedule will be provided at the beginning of the quarter. Scheduled dates may be adjusted at instructor’s discretion.
HVAC 102: WINTER QUARTER
Students will learn HVAC related trade math; basic electricity for HVAC and are introduced to cooling and heating principles, air distribution systems skills. Lab date schedule will be provided at the beginning of the quarter. Scheduled dates may be adjusted at instructor’s discretion.
HVAC 103: SPRING QUARTER
Students will be introduced to basic copper and plastic piping practices; and basic carbon steel piping practices; soldering and brazing; and will review related 2020 NEC Code Sections and Washington Amendments. Lab date schedule will be provided at the beginning of the quarter. Scheduled dates may be adjusted at instructor’s discretion.
| BOOKS - HVAC LEVEL 1 | |
| It is the student’s responsibility to have the following book(s) on the first night of class: | |
| REQUIRED TEXT | ISBN |
| NCCERconnect - Core Curriculum, 6th Edition, + HVAC, Level 1, 6th Edition | Course ID will be provided by instructor. CITC Instructor will provide Course ID no later than first night of class. |
| Modern Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Textbook, 21st Ed. Bundle - Textbook, Workbook, and Lab Manual | 978-1-64564-718-8 |
| 2020 National Electric Code (NEC) | 978-1-4559-2297-0 |
| Washington State Electrical RCW/WACs | Free download available through L&l |
| OPTIONAL TEXT - To purchase a soft cover textbook and NCCERconnect with e-text, use hyperlinked ISBN below or visit www.pearson.com | |
| NCCER Core, 6th Edition, + HVAC, Level 1, 6th Edition with NCCERconnect access | 9780138169169 |
| Location | Course# | Term | Total Weeks | Class Hours | Day(s) | Start Date | End Date | Start/End Time | Class Dates | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue | 101 | FALL | 13 weeks | 81 hrs | Wed Online Fri/Sat | 09/08/2023 | 12/09/2023 | wed: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm - fri/sat: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm | Wed (online class) - 09/20 10/25 11/15 Fri and Sat - 09/08 09/09 10/13 10/14 11/03 11/04 12/08 12/09 | $1,835 |
| Bellevue | 102 | WTR | 12 weeks | 60 hrs | Wed Online Fri/Sat | 01/03/2024 | 03/27/2024 | wed: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm - fri/sat: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Wed (online class) - 01/03 01/31 02/28 Fri (online class) - 03/27Fri and Sat - 01/12 01/13 02/09 02/10 03/08 03/09 | $1,835 |
| Bellevue | 103 | SPR | 8 weeks | 60 hrs | Wed Online Fri/Sat | 04/12/2024 | 06/08/2024 | wed: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm - fri/sat: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Wed (online class) - 05/01 05/22 Fri and Sat - 04/12 04/13 05/10 05/11 06/07 06/08 | $1,835 |
| Vancouver | 101 | FALL | 11 weeks | 64 hrs | Fri/Sat | 09/15/2023 | 12/02/2023 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 09/15 09/16 10/05 10/06 11/10 11/11 12/01 12/02 | $1,835 |
| Vancouver | 102 | WTR | 8 weeks | 48 hrs | Fri/Sat | 01/19/2024 | 03/16/2024 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 01/19 01/20 02/16 02/17 03/15 03/16 | $1,835 |
| Vancouver | 103 | SPR | 6 weeks | 48 hrs | Fri/Sat | 04/19/2024 | 06/01/2024 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 04/19 04/20 05/03 05/04 05/31 06/01 | $1,835 |
HVAC 201: FALL QUARTER
Students will learn about alternating current, transformers and motors used in HVAC; compressors, refrigerants, and oils; leak detection, evacuation, recovery, and charging. Lab date schedule will be provided at the beginning of the quarter. Scheduled dates may be adjusted at instructor’s discretion.
HVAC 202: WINTER QUARTER
Students will learn about metering devices, heat pumps, and basic maintenance. Students will also learn components of 2020 NEC and WAC rules related to HVAC and will complete a review to prepare for the EPA exam. Lab date schedule will be provided at the beginning of the quarter. Scheduled dates may be adjusted at instructor’s discretion.
HVAC 203: SPRING QUARTER
Students will learn about chimneys, vents and flues, sheet metal duct systems, fiberglass and fabric duct systems, commercial airside systems, air quality equipment, and will be introduced to hydronic systems. Lab date schedule will be provided at the beginning of the quarter. Scheduled dates may be adjusted at instructor’s discretion.
| BOOKS - HVAC LEVEL 2 | ||
| It is the student’s responsibility to have the following book(s) on the first night of class: | ||
| REQUIRED TEXT | ISBN | |
| NCCER HVAC, Level 2, 5th Edition, NCCERConnect with eText | Course ID will be provided by instructor. CITC Instructor will provide Course ID no later than first night of class. | |
| Modern Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Textbook, 21st Ed. Bundle - Textbook, Workbook, and lab manual | 978-1-64564-718-8 | |
| 2020 National Electric Code (NEC) | 978-1-4559-2297-0 | |
| Washington State Electrical RCW/WACs | Free download available through L&l | |
| OPTIONAL TEXT - To purchase a soft cover textbook and NCCERconnect with e-text, use hyperlinked ISBN below or visit www.pearson.com | ||
| NCCER HVAC, Level 2, 5th Edition + NCCERConnect with eText | 9780135393918 | |
| Location | Course# | Term | Total Weeks | Class Hours | Day(s) | Start Date | End Date | Start/End Time | Class Dates | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue | 201 | FALL | 12 weeks | 81 hrs | Wed Online Fri/Sat | 09/22/2023 | 12/16/2023 | wed: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm - fri/sat: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Wed (online class) - 10/18 11/08 12/06 Fri/Sat - 09/22 09/23 10/27 10/28 11/17 11/18 12/15 12/16 | $1,835 |
| Bellevue | 202 | WTR | 10 weeks | 60 hrs | Wed Online Fri/Sat | 01/10/2024 | 03/23/2024 | wed: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm - fri/sat: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Wed (online class) - 01/10 02/14 03/13Fri and Sat - 01/26 01/27 02/23 02/24 03/22 03/23 | $1,835 |
| Bellevue | 203 | SPR | 9 weeks | 60 hrs | Wed Online Fri/Sat | 04/10/2024 | 06/15/2024 | wed: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm - fri/sat: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Wed (online class) - 04/10 05/08 06/05 Fri and Sat - 04/26 04/27 05/17 05/18 06/14 06/15 | $1,835 |
HVAC 301: FALL QUARTER
Students will learn about refrigerants and oils; compressors; metering devices; and retail refrigeration systems. Lab date schedule will be provided at the beginning of the quarter. Scheduled dates may be adjusted at instructor’s discretion.
HVAC 302: WINTER QUARTER
Students will learn about commercial hydronic systems; steam systems; planned maintenance; and water treatment practices. Lab date schedule will be provided at the beginning of the quarter. Scheduled dates may be adjusted at instructor’s discretion.
HVAC 303: SPRING QUARTER
Students will learn about troubleshooting electronic controls; troubleshooting oil heating; troubleshooting heat pumps; and troubleshooting accessories. Lab date schedule will be provided at the beginning of the quarter. Scheduled dates may be adjusted at instructor’s discretion.
| BOOKS - HVAC LEVEL 3 | ||
| It is the student’s responsibility to have the following book(s) on the first night of class: | ||
| REQUIRED TEXT | ISBN | |
| NCCER HVAC, Level 3, 5th Edition, NCCERConnect with eText | Course ID will be provided by instructor. CITC Instructor will provide Course ID no later than first night of class. | |
| Modern Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Textbook, 21st Ed. Bundle - Textbook, Workbook, and lab manual | 978-1-64564-718-8 | |
| 2020 National Electric Code (NEC) | 978-1-4559-2297-0 | |
| Washington State Electrical RCW/WACs | Free download available through L&I | |
| OPTIONAL TEXT - To purchase a soft cover textbook and NCCERconnect with e-text, use hyperlinked ISBN below or visit www.pearson.com | ||
| NCCER HVAC, Level 3, 5th Edition + NCCERConnect with eText | 9780135393765 | |
| Location | Course# | Term | Total Weeks | Class Hours | Day(s) | Start Date | End Date | Start/End Time | Class Dates | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue | 301 | FALL | 13 weeks | 81 hrs | Fri/Sat | 09/15/2023 | 12/16/2023 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 09/15 09/16 10/20 10/21 11/17 11/18 12/15 12/16 | $1,835 |
| Bellevue | 302 | WTR | 9 weeks | 60 hrs | Fri/Sat | 01/19/2024 | 03/23/2024 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 01/19 01/20 02/16 02/17 03/22 03/23 | $1,835 |
| Bellevue | 303 | SPR | 8 weeks | 60 hrs | Fri/Sat | 04/19/2024 | 06/15/2024 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 04/19 04/20 05/17 05/18 06/14 06/15 | $1,835 |
HVAC 401: FALL QUARTER
Students will learn about; water treatment; indoor air quality; energy conservation equipment and related 2017 NEC Code and WA Amendments related to HVAC. Lab date schedule will be provided at the beginning of the quarter. Scheduled dates may be adjusted at instructor’s discretion.
HVAC 402: WINTER QUARTER
Students will learn about building management systems; system air balancing; systems start-up and shut down; construction drawings and specifications. Lab date schedule will be provided at the beginning of the quarter. Scheduled dates may be adjusted at instructor’s discretion.
HVAC 403: SPRING QUARTER
Students will learn about; heating & cooling system design; commercial and industrial refrigeration systems, alternative heating and cooling systems and are introduced to supervisory skills. Lab date schedule will be provided at the beginning of the quarter. Scheduled dates may be adjusted at instructor’s discretion.
| BOOKS - HVAC LEVEL 4 | |
| It is the student’s responsibility to have the following book(s) on the first night of class: | |
| REQUIRED TEXT | ISBN |
| NCCER HVAC, Level 4, 5th Edition, NCCERConnect with eText | Course ID will be provided by instructor. CITC Instructor will provide Course ID no later than first night of class. |
| Modern Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Textbook, 20th Ed. Bundle - Textbook, Workbook, and lab manual | 978-1-63126-357-6 |
| 2020 National Electric Code (NEC) | 978-1-4559-2297-0 |
| Washington State Electrical RCW/WACs | Free download available through L&I |
| OPTIONAL TEXT - To purchase a soft cover textbook and NCCERconnect with e-text, use hyperlinked ISBN below or visit www.pearson.com | |
| 2020 Key Word Index by Tom Henry | 9781733462143 |
| NCCER HVAC, Level 4, 5th Edition + NCCERConnect with eText | 9780135393772 |
| Location | Course# | Term | Total Weeks | Class Hours | Day(s) | Start Date | End Date | Start/End Time | Class Dates | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue | 401 | FALL | 13 weeks | 81 hrs | Fri/Sat | 09/08/2023 | 12/09/2023 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 09/08 09/09 10/13 10/14 11/03 11/04 12/08 12/09 | $1,835 |
| Bellevue | 402 | WTR | 8 weeks | 60 hrs | Fri/Sat | 01/12/2024 | 03/09/2024 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 01/12 01/13 02/09 02/10 03/08 03/09 | $1,835 |
| Bellevue | 403 | SPR | 8 weeks | 60 hrs | Fri/Sat | 04/12/2024 | 06/08/2024 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 04/12 04/13 05/10 05/11 06/07 06/08 | $1,835 |
As a part of our dedication and commitment to training, we take pride in delivering top quality instructors. CITC’s instructors are highly skilled journey-level workers who bring their knowledge and years of trade experience into the classroom. All CITC instructors have been certified certification by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).
Peter Chartrand is a graduate of CITC. Pete started in the trades in 1992 as a CITC Apprentice and was the HVAC student of the year in 1997. Pete became a CITC faculty member in 2007. CITC Instructor of the Year in 2021-2022.
David Norman started in the trades in 1979 and became a CITC faculty member in 1991. CITC instructor of the Year 1997-1998.