International HVAC Careers
What’s great about HVAC? People all over the world use these systems.
If you have started your HVAC training in the United States, chances are you have heard of ASHRAE, or the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers. Most HVAC engineers and workers in the US are members of ASHRAE, and there are bi-annual [...]
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Women in HVAC Careers
As is the case with most male-dominated industries, women are just as capable and qualified to succeed in HVAC as men – you just don’t hear about it very often. HVAC training, appliance service, and sales are fields traditionally occupied by men, but as older and more conservative generations of HVAC employers, mentors, and technicians [...]
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HVAC going wireless
When televisions developed the capability to turn on and off and change channels remotely, it revolutionized the way we experienced televised entertainment. Cordless receivers and cellphones did the same for the telephone, Wi-Fi for the internet. HVAC, a necessity in most American lives, is too evolving into a wireless and automated system. You may have [...]
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HVAC Training’s Greener Five-Year Plan
The push for greener and more efficient systems of energy has been touted in a wide array of industries in the past decade. The United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen is fast approaching and the leading countries in the world are gearing up to discuss an agreement on stabilizing spikes in global climate change; [...]
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The Ins and Outs of HVAC Sales and Training
The facts: HVAC offers job security that is hard to come by these days. It can be incredibly lucrative. The HVAC market is steady, if not on the rise.
The problem? A career as a technician or in HVAC repairs is just not the path for you. You are a people person, you are convincing, you are driven, you are a wheeler and a dealer. You may not want to get your hands so dirty. Is there a place for you in the HVAC world?
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What’s Next for HVAC? Trends You Need to Follow During Your HVAC Training
We know the demand for HVAC careers in the US is on the rise. By the year 2013, the total spending for HVAC equipment should increase 4.5 percent to $17 billion dollars says AZOBuild.com (link to http://www.azobuild.com/news.asp?newsID=7471). This rise in demand is due to an increased emphasis on energy efficient appliance upgrades in the commercial and real estate markets. With more equipment installations, and appliance upgrades for the phase out of R-22 by 2010, the need for HVAC technicians increases every day.
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Keep In-Touch with Industry Leaders During Your HVAC Training
If you’re beginning your HVAC training, or if you’re on your way to an HVAC career, there’s no better time for you to stay connected to the HVAC trade publications. As you read these publications throughout your HVAC training, you can keep up to date on the latest technological trends, while gaining insight on the skills and contacts you need to grow into your HVAC career.
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HVAC Training: Reducing Energy and Improving Health
During winter 2008, a Berkley lab analysis found on average, the over HVAC appliances in office settings can have unintended health risks. The study found the average building maintained a summer temperature of 1°F (0.5°C) lower compared to winter, even though people are more accustomed to warmer temperatures during summer months. Experts believe the increase in air conditioning contributes to a 50 percent rise in headache, fatigue and loss of concentration.
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Want an HVAC Career? Know the Tools of the Trade
Accurate thermometers are an important part of proper HVAC maintenance. Thermometer accuracy provides a technician with precise measurements of the heating and ventilation systems of the home or unit so they can properly determine HVAC problems and troubleshoot solutions. When choosing a proper temperature gauge there are five things to consider: calibration, short-term stability, long-term stability, usage, and display accuracy. HVAC technicians looking at careers in the field should be well trained in the latest information regarding thermostat technologies and temperature gauging systems.
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Where to Start Your HVAC Training
Finding a career in HVAC is not as easy as filling out an application. Those who qualify for entry-level HVAC positions possess a high school diploma, an EPA Refrigeration certification and familiarity with HVAC equipment. To fulfill these requirements, most technicians start their HVAC training through a combination of an apprenticeship and a structured trade program. An HVAC training course load at a technical college or junior college can last anywhere from six months to 2 years, and will allow you to develop the following skills:
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