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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

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1 hour to complete
Flexible schedule
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 hour to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Identify the core responsibilities and daily tasks performed by a professional HVAC technician.

  • Recognize the specific training pathways and certifications required to enter the field.

  • Apply basic troubleshooting logic to common systems.

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June 2026

Assessments

2 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the HVAC: Your First Step Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
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  • Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
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There are 3 modules in this course

Have you ever wondered what it truly takes to succeed in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning trade? This immersive introductory course pulls back the curtain on the industry, offering a realistic look at the profession beyond the tool bag. You will explore the foundational requirements of the career, from initial training to the essential certifications needed to practice.

By completing this training, you will gain the clarity needed to decide if this high-demand career is the right fit for you, while building a practical understanding of how technicians solve real-world problems.

The lesson explores how HVAC systems require regular maintenance and occasional repair, and how technicians install, service, and troubleshoot heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Learners will discover the wide range of environments HVAC technicians work in, from residential homes to hospitals and commercial buildings.

What's included

2 videos1 assignment

2 videosโ€ขTotal 4 minutes
  • Introductionโ€ข1 minute
  • Meet the HVAC Technicianโ€ข4 minutes
1 assignmentโ€ขTotal 5 minutes
  • Knowledge Check: Meet the HVAC Technicianโ€ข5 minutes

In this interactive module, learners step into the role of an HVAC technician and experience a full workday through immersive 3D simulations. Across three service callsโ€”morning, afternoon, and eveningโ€”learners will engage with realistic job scenarios that reflect the variety and pace of the HVAC field. This module provides an opportunity to apply problem-solving skills, make decisions in real time, and gain insight into the daily responsibilities of a technician in the field.

What's included

1 plugin

1 pluginโ€ขTotal 30 minutes
  • A Day on the Jobโ€ข30 minutes

This final knowledge check is designed to reinforce key concepts from the lesson and assess your understanding. Youโ€™ll apply what youโ€™ve learned through a series of multiple choice questions, helping ensure youโ€™re confident and ready to move forward.

What's included

1 assignment

1 assignmentโ€ขTotal 12 minutes
  • Final Knowledge Checkโ€ข12 minutes

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