Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology
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Program Overview
Humber’s Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology advanced diploma program provides you with comprehensive knowledge of energy systems used for commercial and industrial complexes. As you progress through the program, you will learn to apply engineering principles and conventions to achieve optimal energy efficiency through a process of evaluation, monitoring, load evaluation through software modelling, direct digital control (DDC), assessment and necessary corrective action.
Semester 3 |
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| HRAC 200: Residential Systems Design 1 |
| HRAC 202: Refrigeration 3 |
| HRAC 205: Mechanical Ventilation |
| HRAC 206: HVAC Controls 3 |
| HRAC 305: Decorative Heating Applications |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| GNED : General Elective |
Semester 4 |
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| HRAC 255: Refrigeration 4 |
| HRAC 256: Heating Systems and Add-Ons |
| HRAC 300: Hydronic Systems |
| HRAC 350: Air Handling and Burners |
| HRAC 351: Combustion Venting |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| GNED : General Elective |
Work-Integrated Learning
Our program features an optional, paid directly related to your program of study. The field experience is designed to enable you to apply your skills and knowledge in an actual work environment, as well as enhance your employability upon graduation.
The field experience takes place after the completion of Semester 4, for a minimum of 400 hours. Participating students are required to complete work preparation sessions prior to the work term. Humber provides a range of services to support student success including working with business, industry and government to identify employment opportunities.
The Humber Advantage
Beyond the Traditional Classroom
Your journey in skilled trades starts at Humber Polytechnic. Plumbing, carpentry, electrical, welding, industrial woodworking, construction, renovation labs and so much more. And it's all right here at the Humber Polytechnic Centre for Skilled Trades & Technology.
Ontario's trade industry is growing like never before and Humber is committed to building a strong, skilled workforce.
Based in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), you'll find a unique, state-of-the-art facility that takes you beyond a traditional classroom and provides hands-on practice in a simulated worksite, giving you specialized skills and training from industry experts.
If you've been waiting for a reason to get started in skilled trades, this is it! Start your journey at Humber's Centre for Skilled Trades and Technology and take charge of your future.
Facilities & Equipment
At Humber, we strive to duplicate situations that you will see in your everyday working life. You will use up-to-date Refrigeration, Heating and Controls labs that will allow you to understand the basics of this evolving technology so that you can approach your first day on the job with confidence.
Software & Technology
Increasingly, HVAC technicians enter a building not with a tool box, but with a laptop computer. Our programs focus on giving you the basic skills to design and service HVAC equipment, by using the latest industry software programs. You will also learn how to use and interpret industry specific testing and measuring devices.
Value Added Activities
On Feb 24th thirty seven Humber students in the three year Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology program participated in a new technology product training workshop and successfully gained manufacturer certification.
Your Career
Up to 20 per cent of the cost of constructing a new commercial building can be attributed to heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment. The push for greater energy efficiency is creating exciting opportunities for professionals who apply the effective and appropriate handling of energy to the design, installation and operation of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVRAC) systems. Opportunities exist in the commercial and industrial sectors, as well as in various levels of government departments.
Your potential employers include heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration manufacturers; consulting engineers; architects; process industries; wholesalers; distributors; mechanical contractors; building owners; chain stores; energy management firms; property management companies; and school boards.
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada
This program helps to prepare students to write the Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI) exams.
Technical Standards and Safety Authority
This program helps to prepare students to write three Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) exams.
Ministry of the Environment
This program helps to prepare students to write the Ministry of the Environment (MOE) Refrigerant Handling exam.
Additional requirements may apply.
Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.
Program Availability
| START | DELIVERY | LOCATION | STATUS |
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| Sep 2025 | Block-Based | North | Open |
| Jan 2026 | Block-Based | North | Open |
| START | DELIVERY | LOCATION | STATUS |
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| Sep 2025 | Block-Based | North | Open |
| Jan 2026 | Block-Based | North | Open |
Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
International students in Canada could be eligible for an automatic scholarship*. Apply now!
Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.
| START | DELIVERY | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Block-Based | North | Open |
| Jan 2026 | Block-Based | North | Open |
Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
International applicants outside of Canada can apply through Humber International. Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.
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Heating, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning at Humber Polytechnic
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