HVACR Associate Degree Program Update
Terra State Community College is notifying current and prospective students that the Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) Associate of Applied Science degree program has been placed in sunset status and will no longer accept new students effective with the Spring 2027 term. This action is the result of Ohio Senate Bill 1 program viability requirements, which require academic programs to meet minimum enrollment and graduate thresholds.
Current students will have the opportunity to complete the degree through an approved teach-out plan. Academic advisors will work individually with affected students to develop a personalized completion plan and ensure progress toward graduation. The anticipated teach-out period extends through Spring 2029, although timelines may be adjusted based on student needs and course completion requirements.
The HVACR certificate program and HVACR technical courses are not affected by this change and will continue to be offered. Students interested in pursuing HVACR training and industry credentials may still enroll in the certificate pathway.
Current students who have questions regarding their academic plan should contact Academic Advising at 419.559.2345 or email Advising@terra.edu
What is Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration?
The versatile and growing field of Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) focuses on installing and maintaining equipment to provide temperature regulation and indoor air quality. From planning and fabricating to testing, if you are reliable and enjoy working with your hands and troubleshooting, this could be the career path for you.
Students in this program learn to test HVACR equipment for troubleshooting purposes and calibrate HVACR systems to obtain optimum efficiencies. They also gain knowledge of how to interpret electrical ladder diagrams and identify electrical safety hazards. At Terra State, our HVACR students like working with tools and are interested in making things perform better. Does this describe you?
Career Opportunities
Graduates of an HVACR program can find careers in a variety of areas such as systems installer, service technician, lab technician, self-employed HVACR contractor, mechanical systems technician, and energy management technician. Learn more about some of these below or check out the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What degree or certificate can I earn?
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Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
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Certificate
What style of classes are offered in the HVACR program?
The majority of HVACR classes are on campus because of the hands-on nature of the program. Terra State offers both a fast-track program during the day and traditional evening classes.
Does Terra State have degree transfer options for other programs?
Click here to see Terra State’s other Degree Transfer Options
Meet our HVACR faculty
Our HVACR faculty are happy to answer any questions you have about the program.
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Dennis SullivanInstructor HVACRI100-A
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Kevin MundyAssistant Professor of HVACRI-100C