CONSTRUCTION EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF NORTH TEXAS
Description of the Program
The HVAC levels one through four are all started in the Fall semester.
NOTE: Semester “A” is the first semester of each level. Semester “B” is the second semester of each level.
Topics such as: Basic Safety, Introduction to HVAC, Trade Mathematics, Basic Electricity, Fasteners, Hardware, and Wiring, Basic Copper & Plastic Pipe Practices,
and Soldering & Brazing. Construction Drawings & Specifications, Indoor Air Quality, Energy
Conversation Equipment, Commercial Airside Systems and Introduction
to Air Distribution Systems.
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| Commercial HVAC Service I - A |
Oberle |
T |
E |
5:00 PM |
9:45 PM |
8/19/2025 |
12/16/2025 |
|
| Commercial HVAC Service I - A |
Smith |
T |
E |
5:00 PM |
9:45 PM |
8/19/2025 |
12/16/2025 |
|
| Commercial HVAC Service II - A |
Gonzalez |
M |
E |
5:00 PM |
9:45 PM |
8/18/2025 |
12/15/2025 |
|
| Commercial HVAC Service II - A |
CEF |
M |
E |
5:00 PM |
9:45 PM |
8/18/2025 |
12/15/2025 |
|
| Commercial HVAC Service III - A |
CEF |
T |
E |
5:00 PM |
9:45 PM |
8/19/2025 |
12/16/2025 |
|
| Commercial HVAC Service IV - A |
CEF |
T |
E |
5:00 PM |
9:45 PM |
8/19/2025 |
12/16/2025 |
|
Legend: M=Monday, T=Tuesday, W=Wednesday, R=Thursday, F=Friday, Sa=Saturday, DFWEC=DFW Education Center, NLC=North Lake
College Main Campus, Online=Web Based Course
Commercial HVAC Service I - A
Type of Class: Semester
Class Fee: $1,815.00
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: English or Spanish NCCER Math or Applied Construction Math class; ESL test or class if taking the Math test in Spanish. All testing must be completed no later than Friday August 15, 2025.
The course topics include Basic Safety, Introduction to HVAC, Trade Mathematics, Basic Electricity, Fasteners, Hardware and Wiring, Basic Cooper & Plastic Pipe Practices, and Soldering & Brazing.
Note 1: EPA Section 608 Universal Certification is highly recommended to graduate from this program.
Note 2: Graduation Requirement; Students enrolled in HVAC I-B will be required to take the EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Recovery Exams. This EPA Section 608 Refrigerant class is MANDATORY for all students enrolled in HVAC I-B, unless the student has already received the EPA Core and Type II Certification. Proof of EPA Certification is required.
Course: Applied Construction Math
OR Course: Applied Construction Math I Spanish
OR Test: TABE Math - English
OR Test: TABE Math - Spanish
OR Test Out: Applied Construction Math
EPA Section 608 Technician Certification Stationary Equipment Study Guide 4th edition
$14.00 - Purchase Required
Calculator Scientific TI30XA
$17.00 - Purchase Required
Basic Safety V6.0 (Construction Site Safety Orientation) 00101
$34.00 - Purchase Required
HVAC Level 1 5th Ed.NCCERconnect + Paperback
$135.00 - Purchase Required
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| Commercial HVAC Service I - A |
Oberle |
T |
E |
5:00 PM |
9:45 PM |
8/19/2025 |
12/16/2025 |
|
| Commercial HVAC Service I - A |
Smith |
T |
E |
5:00 PM |
9:45 PM |
8/19/2025 |
12/16/2025 |
|
Commercial HVAC Service I - B
Type of Class: Semester
18 Sessions/88 Hours
Prerequisite: Commercial HVAC Service I-A
For Spring 2025,only students enrolled in HVAC I-A will be enrolled in the Wednesday HVAC I-B class.
The course topics are Basic Carbon Steel Piping Practices; Introduction to Cooling, Introduction to Heating; Air Distribution Systems; and EPA Training/ Testing.
The course topics are: Basic Carbon Steel Piping Practices; Introduction to Cooling, Introduction to Heating; Air Distribution Systems; and EPA Training/Testing.
Note 1: EPA Section 608 Universal Certification is highly recommended to graduate from this program.
Note 2: Graduation Requirement: Students enrolled in HVAC I-B will be required to take the EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Recovery Exams. This EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Recovery 8 hour class is MANDATORY for all students enrolled in HVAC I-B, unless the student has already received the EPA Core and Type II Certification. Proof of EPA Certification is required.
Course: Commercial HVAC Service I - A
OR Course: Commercial HVAC Service I - A Spanish
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| |
** CLASSES FOR THIS COURSE ARE SCHEDULED FOR AN UPCOMING SEMESTER ** |
Commercial HVAC Service II - A
Type of Class: Semester
Class Fee: $1,815.00
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Commercial HVAC Service I-B
The course topics are: Metering Devices, Compressors, Refrigerants and Oils, Leak Detection, Evacuation, Recovery and Charging, Alternating Current, Sheet Metal Duct Systems, and Fiberglass & Flexible Duct Systems.
Note: EPA Section 608 EPA Core and Type II Certification is pre-requisite for students going into HVAC III-A. If you have not passed this section of the exam, you should register to retake the EPA Exam prior to the completion of HVAC Level II-B.
Course: Commercial HVAC Service I - B
OR Course: Commercial HVAC Service I - B Spanish
Calculator Scientific TI30XA
$17.00 - Previously Purchased
HVAC Level 2 5th Ed.NCCERconnect + Paperback
$175.00 - Purchase Required
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| Commercial HVAC Service II - A |
Gonzalez |
M |
E |
5:00 PM |
9:45 PM |
8/18/2025 |
12/15/2025 |
|
| Commercial HVAC Service II - A |
CEF |
M |
E |
5:00 PM |
9:45 PM |
8/18/2025 |
12/15/2025 |
|
Commercial HVAC Service II - B
Type of Class: Semester
15 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Commercial HVAC Service Level II-A
The course topics are: Chimneys; Vents & Flues; Basic Maintenance; Heat Pumps; Commercial Airside Systems; and Air Quality Equipment.
Course: Commercial HVAC Service II - A
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| |
** CLASSES FOR THIS COURSE ARE SCHEDULED FOR AN UPCOMING SEMESTER ** |
Commercial HVAC Service III - A
Type of Class: Semester
Class Fee: $1,815.00
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Commercial HVAC Service Level II-B
The course topics are Customer Relations; Fasteners, Hardware, and Wiring Terminations; Commercial Hydronic Systems; Control Circuit and Motor Troubleshooting; Troubleshooting Cooling; and Troubleshooting Heat Pumps.
Course: Commercial HVAC Service II - B
Req Test: EPA Certification- Core
OR Test: EPA Certification - Universal
Req Test: EPA Certification - Type II
Calculator Scientific TI30XA
$17.00 - Previously Purchased
HVAC Level 3 5th Ed.NCCERconnect + Paperback
$175.00 - Purchase Required
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| Commercial HVAC Service III - A |
CEF |
T |
E |
5:00 PM |
9:45 PM |
8/19/2025 |
12/16/2025 |
|
Commercial HVAC Service III - B
Type of Class: Semester
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Commercial HVAC Service Level III-A
This course consists of 80 hours per semester including labs. The course topics are Troubleshooting Gas Heating; Troubleshooting Oil Heating; Troubleshooting Accessories; Zoning, Ductless, and Variable Refrigerant Flow Systems; Retail Refrigeration Systems; and Steam Systems.
Course: Commercial HVAC Service III - A
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
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** CLASSES FOR THIS COURSE ARE SCHEDULED FOR AN UPCOMING SEMESTER ** |
Commercial HVAC Service IV - A
Type of Class: Semester
Class Fee: $1,815.00
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Commercial HVAC III-B
Course topics are: Construction Drawings & Specifications, Air Quality Equipment, Indoor Air Quality, Commercial Airside Systems, System Air Balancing, and Energy Conservation Equipment.
Course: Commercial HVAC Service III - B
Calculator Scientific TI30XA
$17.00 - Previously Purchased
HVAC Level 4 5th Ed.NCCERconnect + Paperback
$175.00 - Purchase Required
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| Commercial HVAC Service IV - A |
CEF |
T |
E |
5:00 PM |
9:45 PM |
8/19/2025 |
12/16/2025 |
|
Commercial HVAC Service IV - B
Type of Class: Semester
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Commercial HVAC Service Level IV-A
The course topics are: Fundamentals of Crew Leadership; Commercial/Industrial Refrigeration Systems; System Startup and Shutdown; Heating & Cooling System Design; Alternative and Specialized Heating and Cooling Systems.
Course: Commercial HVAC Service IV - A
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
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** CLASSES FOR THIS COURSE ARE SCHEDULED FOR AN UPCOMING SEMESTER ** |