2 Related Skilled Trades for Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics

The following trades are related to this occupation:

• Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic

  Construction Mandatory Certification Certificate of Qualification Exam

  Education Requirements: Grade 10 or equivalent.

  Training Hours: Complete 4,500 hours of on-the-job training and two 8-week in-class technical training sessions for this apprenticeship.

  Residential air conditioning systems mechanics maintain and repair residential air conditioning systems. They cut piping and use welding and brazing equipment to connect pipes. They also recharge cooling systems with refrigerant gases. This work requires computer skills for calculating loads and adjusting controls.

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• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic

  Construction Mandatory Certification Certificate of Qualification Exam Red Seal

  Education Requirements: Grade 10 or equivalent.

  Training Hours: Complete 9,000 hours of on-the-job training and three 8-week in-class technical training sessions for this apprenticeship.

  Refrigeration and air conditioning systems mechanics install, maintain, and repair residential, commercial, and industrial central air conditioning systems. They cut piping and use welding and brazing equipment to connect pipes. They also recharge cooling systems with refrigerant gases. This work requires computer skills for calculating loads and adjusting controls.

  Training Standard