About
The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration program is an individual program that prepares students to work in a variety of jobs in the field of air conditioning and refrigeration. Students are prepared to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain residential and commercial refrigeration; air conditioning; heat pumps; humidifiers; and electrical and gas heating. Students also learn the fundamentals of electricity, electric motors, and controls. Graduates of the program will be able to install and braze refrigeration tubing, diagnose electrical problems; install duct systems; repair light commercial equipment; recover air conditioning and refrigeration refrigerants; locate and repair leaks.
Overview
| Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time Commitment | Full Time |
| Typical Program Length | 16 Months |
| Clock Hours | 1,728 |
| Class Type | Day, Night |
| Credentials | Certificate, Diploma |
| Total Tuition/Fees | $6,597.00 |
| Textbook/Supplies Cost | $2,361.48 |
Program Credentials
HOW TO APPLY
Fall 2026
| Preferred Application Deadline | July 15, 2026 |
| Program Start Date | September 3, 2026 |
General Admissions Requirements
Please complete the general admissions requirement before the application deadline listed above.
- Complete a TCAT Knoxville Application for your desired start term.
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Use our school code 004025.
- Monitor your personal email address.
- Expect an email from our admissions team around the Preferred Application Deadline of each trimester.
- Once a seat becomes available, you will receive an acceptance email and register for and attend an orientation.
NOTE: Applications after the Final Deadline will be accepted by our application system, but priority is given to early applicants, as program seats are limited.
Program Admission Requirements
This program has no additional admissions requirements.
Campus Locations
220 Frank L. Diggs Drive
Clinton, TN 37716
1100 Liberty Street
Knoxville, TN 37919
Curriculum/Courses
Books and Supplies
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