The emphasis of the Automotive Air Conditioning Certificate is on vehicle heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, including their basic operation, function, service and maintenance. The systems include heaters, air conditioners, manual controls, and computer controls.
This certificate is designed to prepare students and incumbent employees for entry-level positions at local automotive dealerships, independent repair facilities, national repair chains, fleets, and parts suppliers. The applicable courses are National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) complaint, meet the standards of National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3), and integrate Mopar College Automotive Program (CAP) Local levels 0 and 1 online coursework.