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HVAC

Fundamentals of Refrigeration

A Saturday introduction to refrigeration theory, equipment and service practices.

62.5 instructional hours across 14 Saturday meetingsPermission required

Dates

September 12, 2026 - December 19, 2026

Schedule

Saturday, 9:00 AM-1:35 PM Eastern; no class November 28

Location

Gudelsky Institute for Technical Education, Rockville Campus · Rockville, Maryland

Cost

$738.40 tuition and fees; non-Maryland residents add $1,219.20; confirm books and supplies

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HVAC opportunity

About the program

Study the refrigeration cycle, heat transfer and system components through GITE's co-listed noncredit course. Introductory technical work covers tubing, fittings and refrigerant-system procedures; further credentials and licensing remain separate.

Noncredit course completion; licensing and external certification are separate

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What participants will learn

  • +Refrigeration cycle
  • +Heat transfer
  • +Tubing and fittings
  • +Soldering and brazing
  • +Charging and evacuation concepts

Who this program is for

  • +Complete Montgomery College noncredit registration and confirm learner eligibility
  • +Follow laboratory participation and safety requirements; confirm required supplies