HVAC technicians install, repair, and maintain heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, or industrial spaces. In addition to traditional systems, HVAC is creating innovative systems with newer technologies like geothermal heating, energy efficient heat pumps, and smart thermostats, which are transforming how spaces are heated and cooled.
Skills Developed
HVAC teaches mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills for installing, maintaining, and repairing systems. HVAC skills also include the ability to read blueprints, safety practices, customer communication, and environmental regulations.
This introductory welding class teaches students the basics of Oxy-Acetylene cutting, Gas Metal Arc Welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding and Plasma Arc Cutting. It also covers general and welding safety as well as general metal working procedures. Students will become familiar with basic blueprint reading, weld symbols, welding related math, and measurement. This course will also create a foundation of Welding theory and Metallurgy using physical science applications. As their skill level is developed, small projects will be introduced throughout the year. Students can participate in an annual SkillsUSA competition and gain valuable certifications through the American Welding Society.
Concurrent Enrollment: Safety for Welders (WEL 1000, 1 credit), Gas Metal Arc Welding I (WEL 2001, 4 credits), Basic Shielded Metal Arc I (WEL 1003, 4 credits)
Welding Technology 2 allows students to build upon prior learning and engage in more advanced welding processes: Flux Cored Arc Welding and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding. Instruction emphasizes advanced GTAW with alloys such as aluminum and stainless steel, along with blueprint reading, drawing and design, specifications, billing of materials, and Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS). Coursework covers welding in all positions and on various joint configurations and may include multiple welding processes. Students gain familiarity with basic metallurgy pertaining to the weldability of metals, structural joints, and safety in the welding industry, while also having the opportunity to design and fabricate metal projects. Instructor approval is required before enrollment. Students can participate in an annual SkillsUSA competition and gain valuable certifications through the American Welding Society.
Prerequisite: Welding I
Grades: 11-12
Length: 1 Year
Credit: 2 Credits (1 CTE / 1 Math A)
Certifications: FRCC – GMAW Certificate, American Welding Society S.E.N.S.E Entry Level Welder Certification
Concurrent Enrollment: Flux Cored Arc Welding I (WEL 2003, 4 credits), Basic Shielded Metal Arc II (WEL 1004, 4 credits)
Related Higher Education in Colorado
Front Range Community College: Metal Fabrication, Comprehensive Welding
