HVAC Technology - Hybrid Course Enrollment Packet

Dear Prospective Student:

Kiamichi Tech – Poteau Campus offers a 500-hour HVAC Technology Hybrid training program accredited by the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board that includes a combination of online coursework with in-person skills training. Embedded in the program are the potential for various certifications throughout the course. This class meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in the HVAC Technology Classroom at the Poteau Campus. 

Classes begin on January 6 and will conclude on December 17, 2026, but are subject to change. This class will not meet in the summer; classes are not in session from May 27 - August 10, but this is subject to change. Classes run in accordance with the Kiamichi Tech school calendar and observed breaks and holidays can result in cancelled classes.

Of the 500 hours, 222 hours are mandatory in-person training with 278 hours of self-guided online instruction that you may complete at your own pace and accordance with your own schedule. There will be assignments and exams that will have due dates and students are responsible for managing their coursework and deadlines. They must have all coursework completed and come to class for the in-person skills sessions prepared! There will not be time for remediation in-class as this time is designed for hands-on training with the instructor. 

Attendance in this training program is mandatory, students are only permitted to miss a maximum of 9 training hours per semester. If a student misses more than 9 hours of class in a semester, they will be dropped from the program. 

Course Description
This course will teach you the basics of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration. 

You will engage in hands on training in the shop on equipment that is similar with what you will see in a residential and light commercial HVAC setting, that is aligned with industry standards. You will have ample opportunities to troubleshoot, braze, learn electrical circuts, and much more in this training program. 

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: braze copper, steel, and aluminum. Wire many different electrical circuts, and troubleshoot different types of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. Students will also learn many basic aspects of HVAC that include working with many different types of refrigerant, air flow, sizing equipment, checking refrigerant charge, and reading schematics. 

Homework Policy

• All work must be done and turned in by the due dates; late work will not be tolerated.
• To succeed in this course, you must have personal discipline, and take the initiative to ensure all coursework is completed on time, before in-person sessions.
• Shop work must be finished in the allotted time. No additional dates will be added to makeup skills.
• Attendance is mandatory. Students will be permitted a total of 9 hours per semester throughout the duration of the course.

Technology Requirements

• Reliable internet connection.
• Laptop or desktop computer capable of running Canvas LMS.
• Access to Zoom or other video conferencing tools.
• Basic proficiency in using web browsers, email, and file uploads.

Instructor Communication

Students may contact the instructor via email or Canvas messages. Expect responses within 24 hours on weekdays. Office hours will be held virtually by appointment.

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate proficiency in brazing techniques for copper, steel, and aluminum tubing used in HVAC systems.
• Wire and troubleshoot various electrical circuits commonly found in residential and light commercial HVAC equipment.
• Diagnose and repair HVAC system components, including heating units, air conditioners, and refrigeration systems, using industry-standard tools and methods.
• Identify and handle different types of refrigerants safely and in accordance with EPA guidelines.
• Measure and evaluate airflow to ensure proper system performance and comfort levels.
• Perform equipment sizing calculations based on load requirements and environmental conditions.
• Check and adjust refrigerant charge levels to optimize system efficiency and performance.
• Interpret and apply HVAC schematics and wiring diagrams to real-world troubleshooting and installation scenarios.
• Apply industry safety standards and best practices during all hands-on activities and system operations.
• Communicate technical information effectively, including documenting service procedures and explaining system functions to clients or team members.

Student Success Tips

• Stay on top of weekly assignments and deadlines.
• Participate actively in both online and in-person sessions.
• Ask questions and seek help when needed.
• Use available resources such as tutoring or peer study groups.

Accessibility and Accommodations

Students requiring accommodations should contact the instructor as early as possible. We are committed to providing an inclusive learning environment for all students.

Course Tuition Breakdown:

Tuition: $1,972.00
Book: $43.00
Testing/Certifications: $60.00
Supplies + Fees: $150.00
Total: $2,225.00

Total payment for this course or a funding letter AND completed enrollment packet is due before the first day of class and is required to hold your seat in the class. Funding letters should be sent via email to Chelsea Waggoner at cwaggoner@ktc.edu and should include your name, class name, total amount to be paid on your behalf, and signed by an authorized person on official letterhead.

If you have any questions about the program, or would like to enroll in the course, please call Heather Baldwin or Chelsea Waggoner at 918-647-4525.

Thank you for your interest in Kiamichi Tech’s training programs!

Sincerely,

Heather Baldwin
Workforce & Economic Development Coordinator

* Please note: If students choose to receive a refund prior to the class starts, students will not be refunded the $20.00 fee for background check.

Possible Funding Sources for Short-Term Programs:

Chickasaw Nation Higher Education: Darius Roebuck (580)421-7711

Choctaw Nation Career Development: Leflore/Latimer Counties: Cynthia Martin (918)448-7508 or David Billy (918)448-4808

Haskell/Hughes/Macintosh Counties: Jane Buffington (918)967-9085

Choctaw Nation resources for other tribes: WIOA (Reimbursement Program only), Voc. Rehab, Vocational Development Ginger Crawford (800)522-6170

Cherokee Nation Career Services: Jennifer Davis (918)776-0416

Oklahoma Workforce: Leflore County - Tara Tate or Jennifer Walker (918)647-5599; Latimer & Haskell Counties - (580) 559-1780

Vocational Rehabilitation: Lisa Smith (918) 647-8121

Several occupations require certification or licensure which may be denied if a felony record exists. In addition, certain licensure boards require submission of a Social Security Number before training can begin. No person seeking admission will be unilaterally excluded solely on the basis of a felony conviction, but those with felony convictions are subject to administrative review. If this is a concern, please discuss your questions with your career advisor or technology center representative.

BY SIGNING BELOW, I UNDERSTAND IT IS KIAMICHI TECH’S POLICY THAT STUDENTS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR A TUITION REFUND AFTER THEY ATTEND 1 HOUR OF TRAINING.

• BY SIGNING BELOW, I UNDERSTAND IF I DO NOT SHOW UP FOR MY TRAINING I FORFEIT THE COURSE FEE.

• BY SIGNING BELOW, I GRANT KIAMICHI TECH THE ABSOLUTE RIGHT AND PERMISSION TO PUBLISH PHOTOGRAPHIC PICTURES OR VIDEOS OF ME, IN WHICH I MAY BE INCLUDED IN WHOLE OR PART, IN ADVERTISING, PROMOTIONAL, OR OTHER LAWFUL PURPOSES WHATSOEVER.

According to Oklahoma State Statute 310:677-3-7. Criminal Arrest Checks:

(a) An employer-based program shall complete the State required criminal
arrest check. The record of the finding shall be maintained by the employer.
These records shall be destroyed after one (1) year from the end of employment
of the person to whom such records relate. [63:1-1950.3(H)].

(b) A non-employer based program shall notify trainees that if a criminal arrest
check reveals a cause which bars employment in a health care entity, then the trainee shall be withdrawn from the training program.

(c) If a non-employer based training program does not require an OSBI criminal arrest check as part of the admission requirements to the training, the training program shall provide the trainee with written notification of 63:1-1950.1 as part of the training program application.

[Source: Added at 12 Ok Reg 3087, eff 7-27-95; Amended at 19 Ok Reg 2106, eff 6-27-02].

Kiamichi Tech is a non-employer-based program that requires a personal criminal history background check for acceptance into its short-term healthcare programs.

By signing below, I verify that I have received a copy of the Background Check guidelines and that those guidelines have been reviewed verbally with me on the date indicated below.

I grant Kiamichi Tech permission to run a background check on my personal record.