抖阴pro

CONSIDER A FUTURE IN COMMERCIAL HVAC
Commercial HVAC

CONSIDER A FUTURE IN COMMERCIAL HVAC

HVAC Technicians are in-demand and make a great living | $25-$30 per hour starting wage
 

Applications are closed for Fall 2026 Cohort.

 

Explore a career in Commercial Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC).

  • This diversity-focused program will open pathways to great job opportunities.
  • Learn from industry professionals on the best high-tech equipment available.
  • Take all classes in St. Paul at .
  • Earn your diploma in just one year and enter the workforce right away, or continue a second year at 抖阴pro to earn your Associate’s degree.


Classes are Monday - Friday during the day. Women and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) individuals are highly encouraged to apply. This unique program is made possible by a grant from .

Program Info

Want to learn more about the program, tour of the Local 455 facility, meet the staff and current students? Join us at our info sessions and open house!

Open House
Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026
4 - 6 p.m.
Location: Saint Paul Pipefitters 1301 L'Orient Street Saint Paul, Minn.

Info Session
Thursday, March 12, 2026
1 - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Saint Paul Pipefitters 1301 L'Orient Street Saint Paul, Minn.

  • The Commercial HVAC program is a restricted enrollment program offered through 抖阴pro and the St. Paul Pipefitters Local 455.
  • Applicants must be high school graduates or the equivalent and should enjoy working in a demanding trade that requires both mental alertness and physical stamina.
  • and complete the Admissions Checklist.
  • Must have a qualifying GPA of 2.7 or higher OR complete the ACCUPLACER assessment and receive the following scores:
    • Reading: Score of 250+
    • Arithmetic: Score of 250+
  • Information on the ACCUPLACER and test preparation resources can be found under the "ACCUPLACER" drop-down on the Testing Center webpage.
  • Complete the interview with the Pipefitters Steamfitters Local 455.
    • Information on interview prep sessions to be determined.

Fall Semester | 19 Credits

Course ID Course Title Cr.
HVAC1300 Basic Safety 1
HVAC 1310 Thermal Dynamics -Theory of Hear 2
HVAC 1170 Basic Electricity, Magnetism and Circuits 2
HVAC 1320 Basic Motor Technology and Residential Controls 2
HVAC 1160 Employability, Problem Solving and Customer Relations 2
HVAC 1150* HALIDE Certification 2
HVAC 1325 HVAC Piping and State Mechanical Code 2
HVAC 1330 Steam and Hot Water Heating 2
COMS 1020* Interpersonal Communications 3

Spring Semester | 16 Credits

Course ID Course Title Cr.
HVAC 1200* Residential Forced Air Heating Systems 4
HVAC 1240* Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Service 3
HVAC 1231* Ventilating Systems 2
HVAC 2220 Comm HVAC 1 3
Goal 3 or Goal 4* 3
HVAC 1335 Internship 1

Diploma Total: 35 Credits

For further information regarding courses, please see the Academic Catalog.

After completing the 1-year Commercial HVAC Diploma, students have the following options:

  • Continue their employment with Pipefitters Steamfitters Local 455
  • The possibility to join Johnson Controls (Plymouth, MN) as a non-union worker
  • Students may choose to continue their education with 抖阴pro and pursue an Associate's degree.
  • Students will have the opportunity to work closely with industry instructors who will help connect them with career opportunities available in the field.

Need Financial Aid?

Visit our Pay for College page for information on how to apply for Financial Aid for this program. are also available.

Contact Information

Manee Yang
Manee Yang
Program Navigator
manee.yang@dctc.edu
651-423-8293
BIO
Portrait Placeholder
Jim Stevens
Commercial HVAC Instructor
james.stevens@dctc.edu

BIO