Commercial Refrigeration Technology

Renton Technical College ETPL
This training program for Refrigeration Technicians enables students to develop the skills necessary to work as commercial service technicians on refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump systems. Emphasis is placed on developing a thorough understanding of electrical and refrigeration theory through classroom and online experiences and practical application. Service, repair, and troubleshooting techniques are taught on late model equipment in a fully equipped training facility. Students are taught how to safely handle, store, and dispose of refrigerants if emphasis on Commercial) according to EPA requirements, related to diagnostic, service, and repair procedures. Technical proficiency and competency are developed by using test and service equipment to improve diagnostic and repair techniques. This program is approved as an electrical specialty training school by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, Electrical Section. This program is accredited by the Professional Service Association, a national appliance industry organization.

Financial information

Total tuition

$9,037.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Renton

Instructional methods

In-person Primary Location

Program details

N/A

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

50

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

Certificate of Completion

Prerequisites

No Selection

Other prerequisites

Mechanical aptitude which is defined as follows: Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). Counselor and instructor interview. Valid Washington State driver's license. Insurable (good driving record) to employer requirements. Criminal background check should be clear for the time specified by employer’s application. Ability to pass entry and periodic drug testing as required by employers. Tools and Program Textbooks as Required.

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician

Completion rate

65%

Employment rate

76%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$26.93

Typical (median) annual earnings

$54,200.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician

Construction

48%

Other Industries

36%

Manufacturing

16%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
34
Completion rate
65%
Average number of students who completed each year
11
Gender
Male
100%
Female
0%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
31%
Black or African American
12%
Hispanic
12%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
41%
Multi-racial
2%
Other
2%
Age
Under 20
13%
20 to 29
56%
30 to 39
15%
40 to 49
12%
50 and over
4%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
4%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
62%
Some college experience, but no degree
19%
Certificate or AA
15%
BA or higher
0%