Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician

The Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician program will introduce you to the field of heating, refrigeration and air conditioning with an emphasis on renewable, sustainable and alternative energy efficient solutions.

January 06, 2025

Domestic Availability

Accepting Applications

International Availability

Accepting Applications

Program Code

HVT

Delivery

In Person

Credential

Ontario College Diploma

Academic School

School of Trades and Technology

Location

Sutherland Campus

Program Contact

Alex Berger

Program Coordinator

Domestic Tuition

$3326.54 per semester*

International Tuition

$11254.69 per semester*

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Canadian Students International Students

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September 02, 2025

Domestic Availability

Accepting Applications

International Availability

Accepting Applications

Program Code

HVT

Delivery

In Person

Credential

Ontario College Diploma

Academic School

School of Trades and Technology

Location

Sutherland Campus

Program Contact

Alex Berger

Program Coordinator

Domestic Tuition

$3527.73 per semester*

International Tuition

$10995.92 per semester*

*Domestic tuition amounts shown are from the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change.

*International tuition amounts shown are from the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change.

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Canadian Students International Students

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January 05, 2026

Domestic Availability

Accepting Applications

International Availability

Closed

Program Code

HVT

Delivery

In Person

Credential

Ontario College Diploma

Academic School

School of Trades and Technology

Location

Sutherland Campus

Program Contact

Alex Berger

Program Coordinator

Domestic Tuition

$3527.73 per semester*

International Tuition

$10995.92 per semester*

*Domestic tuition amounts shown are from the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change.

*International tuition amounts shown are from the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change.

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Canadian Students

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Protecting the environment, reducing climate changes and increasing sustainable practices have contributed to the need for energy-efficient practices in the heating, refrigeration and air conditioning industry.

Our compressed three-semester diploma program will prepare you for employment in this field:

Our program has been specifically designed to address the changing employment and environmental needs of the industry and includes the course, Mech 222 — Renewable Energy Sources, focusing on geothermal and solar in comparison to more traditional heating and cooling systems.
Our program provides you with theoretical and practical skills to install, service, maintain and update heating, refrigeration and air conditioning systems.

The program is divided into three terms.

After successful completion of the provincial practical requirements at the end of term one, students can apply to write for Oil Burner Technician – Level 3 (OBT-3) and Gas Technician – Level 3 (G-3) certificates of qualification.
After successful completion of the provincial practical requirements at the end of term three, students can apply to write for Oil Burner Technician – Level 2 (OBT-2) and Gas Technician – Level 2 (G-2) certificates of qualification.

Students are required to attend 80% of all classes in order to write their TSSA Gas and Oil exams.

Gas and Oil Technician – Level 3 (OBT-3 and G-3) deals with workplace safety, tools, characteristics of natural gas and oil, codes/regulations, basic electricity, technical specifications, customer relations, basic piping systems, and an introduction to gas and oil appliances.

Gas and Oil Technician – Level 2 (OBT-2 and G-2) focuses on advanced piping/tubing systems, electricity, controls, systems, appliances, gas meters, pressure regulators, gas and oil-fired refrigerators, conversion burners, water heaters, forced warm air heating systems, hydronic heating systems, space heating, venting practices, forced air add-on devices, and air handling.

Graduates of this program will have an opportunity to obtain industry related health and safety certifications. You will also have Grade 12 Math equivalency.

I came from a sales background in electronics and had very little hands-on experience with tools. A friend had taken the Fleming Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician (HRAC) program and suggested I take it too. After some research, I applied and nervously entered the program. I wasn't sure what to expect or if I would be able to succeed in a trades environment, but the instructors were extremely patient and understanding. They started with the basic of the basics and built my foundation of knowledge up. Every course had unique challenges but the instructors had my back every step of the way. They assured me that with the right attitude and effort I would be successful, they hit the nail right on the head! By third semester I was much more confident in my abilities and kept building on that foundation from previous semesters. The individual lessons and topics started to come together, I was making connections, and started to see “HVAC” as a whole.

I am in the career and position I am today because of the Fleming HRAC team! I learned so much and still am because of what they have instilled in me: Never Stop Learning.
J. Schnettler, Graduate (2018)

The program runs continuously over 45 weeks, beginning in September.

As an accredited training institution registered with the Technical Standard Safety Authority (TSSA), this program offers applicable skills whether you are planning to enter the field, or you are currently working in the heating, refrigeration and air conditioning field and wish to update your skills.

Graduates of the program may obtain employment as heating, refrigeration and air conditioning technicians as well as through affiliated trade apprenticeships in plumbing, pipefitting, electrical, sheet metal, and refrigeration.

Additional opportunities exist within sectors such as:

Hydronics
Geothermal
Building Automation Systems
Heat Loss/Heat Gain Design
Wholesale fuel suppliers

Relate effectively to heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning supervisors, coworkers, and customers.
Work safely and in accordance with all applicable acts, regulations, legislation, and codes to ensure personal and public safety.
Select and use a variety of heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning tools and equipment safely and properly.
Solve math and applied science problems required to effectively install and maintain heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning systems, and associated components.
Prepare and interpret electrical, mechanical, and piping drawings.
Install, service, and troubleshoot heating, refrigeration, air conditioning systems, and associated components.
Develop strategies for ongoing personal and professional development, that will lead to enhanced work performance and career opportunities, and keep pace with industry changes.

Students applying to Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician must meet the following requirements:

OSSD including Gr 11 C English and Gr 11 C Math (Gr 12 Math recommended)

OSSD with majority of courses at College (C ) or Open (O) unless otherwise stated.
Grade 12 C courses will be accepted where Gr 11 C course requirements are listed.
Where College level courses are listed, U and M courses will be accepted.

New admission requirements effective September 2022.

Students Applying to Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning must meet the following requirements:

OSSD with Gr 12 C English and Gr 12 C Math* *Minimum final grade of 55% in Gr 12 C Math

Mature Students

If you are 19 years of age or older before classes start, and you do not possess an OSSD, you can write the Skillsmarker to assess your eligibility for admission. Additional testing or academic upgrading may be necessary to meet specific course requirements for this program.

PC / Windows

Operating System:

Windows 10
Processor:

Core i5 - 1.6Ghz minimum
Memory:

8GB minimum
Hard Disk:

160GB minimum

Internet Connection: 2.5 Mbps Download and 3.0 Mbps Upload (minimum)

Students are required to have their own computer, internet access, webcam and microphone.

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Transfer Agreements

You may be able to use credits obtained at Fleming College to continue your postsecondary education in pursuit of a degree. The articulation and credit transfer agreements with our partner institutions are summarized here.

Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies and Digital Technology

Requirement

Minimum mid-70% cumulative program average.

Transfer Credit

60 out of a 120-credit degree.
Refer to ONTransfer.ca for further details.

To apply please see the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) website.

For more information

Visit the Ontario Tech University website for further articulation and program information.

Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Requirement

Minimum mid-70% cumulative program average.

Transfer Credit

60 out of a 120-credit degree.
Refer to Ontario Tech's website for further details.

To apply please see the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) website.

For more information

Visit the Ontario Tech University website for further articulation and program information.

Bachelor of Commerce

Requirement

Minimum mid-70% cumulative program average.
Completion of the Ontario Tech Commerce Bridge.

Transfer Credit

45 out of a 120-credit degree.
Refer to ONTransfer.ca for further details.

To apply please see the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) website.

For more information

Visit the Ontario Tech University website for further articulation and program information.

Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies

Requirement

Minimum 70% cumulative program average.

Transfer Credit

Entry into 4th semester standing in an 8-semester program.
Refer to Seneca College's website for further details.

To apply please see the Ontario Colleges website.

For more information

Visit the Seneca College website for further articulation and program information.

See the official articulation agreement.

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Program Code: ETQ

Ontario College Certificate

Sutherland Campus

January 2025, September 2025, January 2026

Mechanical Techniques - Plumbing

Program Code: PLM

Ontario College Certificate

Sutherland Campus

January 2025, September 2025, January 2026

Trade Fundamentals

Program Code: TTF

Ontario College Certificate

Sutherland Campus

September 2025

Welding Techniques

Program Code: WTQ

Ontario College Certificate

Sutherland Campus

January 2025, September 2025, January 2026

Welding and Fabrication Technician

Program Code: WFT

Ontario College Diploma

Sutherland Campus

September 2025

Domestic Tuition Detail

Tuition and ancillary fees are subject to change without notice. The fees presented below reflect Fall start programs only for the current academic year. For details about the fee differences for other program start dates please refer to the Tuition Details chart below.

Semester 1	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health Plan	$ 215.71
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Integrated Transportation Fee	$ 255.50
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Program Supply Fee	$ 598.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 1720.51
Total	$ 3326.54

Semester 2	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 1720.51
Total	$ 2257.33

Semester 3	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Program Supply Fee	$ 10.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 1720.51
Total	$ 2267.33

The fees above are for the current academic year for domestic students. Please note that the fees reflect the Health Plan and Integrated Transportation (Sutherland Programs only) charges for the fall entry point. These charges are applied up front and provide service coverage for a full year September to August. The charges for the winter and spring terms are as follows:

	Health Plan	Integrated Transportation	Coverage
Fall	$307.40	$365.00	September to August
Winter	$215.71	$255.50	January to August
Spring	$158.05	$142.35	May to August

International Tuition Detail

Semester 1	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Integrated Transportation Fee	$ 255.50
International Health Plan	$ 844.10
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Program Supply Fee	$ 598.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 9020.27
Total	$ 11254.69

Semester 2	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 9020.27
Total	$ 9557.09

Semester 3	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Program Supply Fee	$ 10.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 9020.27
Total	$ 9567.09

The fees above are for the current academic year for international students. Please note that the fees reflect the Health Plan and Integrated Transportation (Sutherland Programs only) charges for the fall entry point. These charges are applied up front and provide service coverage for a full year September to August. The charges for the winter and spring terms are as follows:

	Health Plan	Integrated Transportation	Coverage
Fall	$904.06	$365.00	September to August
Winter	$844.10	$255.50	January to August
Spring	$698.48	$142.35	May to August

Domestic Tuition Detail

Semester 1	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health Plan	$ 307.40
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Integrated Transportation Fee	$ 365.00
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Program Supply Fee	$ 598.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 1720.51
Total	$ 3527.73

Semester 2	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 1720.51
Total	$ 2257.33

Semester 3	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health Plan	$ 307.40
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Integrated Transportation Fee	$ 365.00
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Program Supply Fee	$ 10.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 1720.51
Total	$ 2939.73

	Health Plan	Integrated Transportation	Coverage
Fall	$307.40	$365.00	September to August
Winter	$215.71	$255.50	January to August
Spring	$158.05	$142.35	May to August

International Tuition Detail

Semester 1	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Integrated Transportation Fee	$ 142.35
International Health Plan	$ 698.48
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Program Supply Fee	$ 598.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 9020.27
Total	$ 10995.92

Semester 2	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 9020.27
Total	$ 9557.09

Semester 3	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Program Supply Fee	$ 10.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 9020.27
Total	$ 9567.09

	Health Plan	Integrated Transportation	Coverage
Fall	$904.06	$365.00	September to August
Winter	$844.10	$255.50	January to August
Spring	$698.48	$142.35	May to August

Domestic Tuition Detail

Semester 1	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health Plan	$ 307.40
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Integrated Transportation Fee	$ 365.00
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Program Supply Fee	$ 598.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 1720.51
Total	$ 3527.73

Semester 2	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 1720.51
Total	$ 2257.33

Semester 3	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health Plan	$ 307.40
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Integrated Transportation Fee	$ 365.00
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Program Supply Fee	$ 10.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 1720.51
Total	$ 2939.73

	Health Plan	Integrated Transportation	Coverage
Fall	$307.40	$365.00	September to August
Winter	$215.71	$255.50	January to August
Spring	$158.05	$142.35	May to August

International Tuition Detail

Semester 1	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Integrated Transportation Fee	$ 142.35
International Health Plan	$ 698.48
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Program Supply Fee	$ 598.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 9020.27
Total	$ 10995.92

Semester 2	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 9020.27
Total	$ 9557.09

Semester 3	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Program Supply Fee	$ 10.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 9020.27
Total	$ 9567.09

	Health Plan	Integrated Transportation	Coverage
Fall	$904.06	$365.00	September to August
Winter	$844.10	$255.50	January to August
Spring	$698.48	$142.35	May to August

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Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician

Program Information

Start Date

January 06, 2025

September 02, 2025

January 05, 2026

Program Highlights

The program is divided into three terms.

Success Story

Program Duration

Why Choose Fleming

Career Opportunities

Learning Outcomes

Minimum Admission Requirements

Mature Students

Technology Requirements

PC / Windows

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Transfer Agreements

Ontario Tech University

Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies and Digital Technology

Requirement

Transfer Credit

For more information

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Requirement

Transfer Credit

For more information

Bachelor of Commerce

Requirement

Transfer Credit

For more information

Seneca College

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies

Requirement

Transfer Credit

For more information

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