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Dual Credit HVAC Program

Program Overview

The Grayson College Dual Credit HVAC Program prepares students for careers in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry through hands-on technical training and classroom instruction.

Students develop foundational skills in electrical systems for HVAC, refrigeration principles, blueprint reading, technical calculations, and industry practices while earning college credit during high school.

The program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment and continued advancement in the HVAC industry.

Certificate

Students may earn the:

  • Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technician Apprentice Certificate

Instruction & Curriculum

Courses are taught by Grayson College instructors and combine:

  • Classroom instruction
  • Hands-on laboratory experiences
  • Technical HVAC training
  • Industry-based applications and troubleshooting

Curriculum is designed to prepare students for employment and continued workforce training opportunities in HVAC and refrigeration systems.

Schedule

The HVAC program follows a structured schedule due to required laboratory and hands-on training components. Students should plan accordingly to accommodate class and lab times.

Class Location

Classes are offered only on our main campus in Denison. These courses are not offered on the South Campus in Van Alstyne.

Admission Requirements

TSI Requirement

No TSI requirement.

Prerequisites

No prerequisites required.

Vaccination Requirement

Texas state law requires students under the age of 22 attending classes on a Grayson College campus to provide documentation of a meningococcal vaccination within the previous five years or submit a conscientious objection waiver prior to enrollment.

Tuition, Fees & Supplies

Tuition & Fees

  • $102 per credit hour + applicable fees
  • Inclusive Access textbook fee: $29.50 per credit hour
  • Students who opt out of Inclusive Access should expect approximately $285 in textbook costs

Lab Fees

The following HVAC courses include a $60 lab fee:

  • HART 1401
  • HART 1407
  • HART 1441
  • HART 1445
  • HART 2436
  • HART 2442
  • HART 2445
  • HART 2449

Financial Aid

Full or partial tuition waivers may be available for dual credit students who qualify for free or reduced lunch programs.

Typical Course of Study

Total Hours

17

Course Number

Course Title

Credit Hours

HART 1401

Basic Electricity for HVAC

4

HART 1407

Refrigeration Principles

4

DFTG 1425

Blueprint Reading and Sketching

4

HART 1168

Practicum

1

TECM 1403

Technical Calculations

4

Course offerings and sequencing may vary based on semester availability and student scheduling needs.

Questions?

Valerie Ray

Director of Academic & CTE Dual Credit Programs
Email: dualcredit [at] grayson [dot] edu
Phone: 903-415-2530

Doyle Roy

Director of Industrial Technologies
Email: royd [at] grayson [dot] edu
Phone: 903-415-2530