Apprenticeship

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic

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You want to be a refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic. You want to learn how to install, alter, repair and maintain refrigeration and air conditioning systems in all types of applications. You are mechanically inclined and understand the basic functioning of cooling and heating systems.

But you want to learn more, like how to repair heating equipment, troubleshoot gas-fired equipment and calibrate gas-related controls. You also want to understand all parts of a system, including how to lubricate moving parts and monitor the refrigerant charge.

At NAIT, we’re here to teach you everything you need to know:

-working from drawings or verbal instructions to mount or place system components

-assembling and installing refrigeration or air conditioning systems and components

-installing and calibrating related controls, including wiring

Quick Facts

Credential: Journeyman Certificate

Hands-on and expert-led apprenticeship and industry training for skilled trades and technology professionals.

Campus: Main

Any in-person components of your courses will be delivered at NAIT's Main Campus in Edmonton. View map

Delivery Options:

Both On-Campus and Virtual - Some of your coursework will be in-person, on campus and some will be done online.

Periods: 4

Apprenticeship is a method of gaining the expertise needed to become a skilled tradesperson. This is done through a combination of on-the-job experience and classroom training.

Most apprenticeship programs are 3-4 periods in length, with an average of 8 weeks for each training period. In addition, there are specific allotments of on-the-job training hours associated with each period, so most apprentices complete 1 period per calendar year.

Tuition & Fees

The tuition and fee amounts below are estimates based on current academic year’s rates. For financial planning purposes, please use these totals as an approximate estimate of your costs. Actual fees may vary by term and enrolment activities. Students who take all of their courses online are exempt from U-Pass, Health & Dental, and Recreation & Athletics fees. All fees are subject to change. Please refer to the tuition and fees page for more detailed information.

View the technical equipment requirements (PDF)

Period 1

Tuition:	$1072.00
Books & Supplies:	$500.00
Materials Fee:	$84.00
Additional mandatory fees:	View fee breakdown

Period 2

Tuition:	$1072.00
Books & Supplies:	$400.00
Materials Fee:	$84.00
Additional mandatory fees:	View fee breakdown

Period 3

Tuition:	$1072.00
Books & Supplies:	$275.00
Materials Fee:	$84.00
Additional mandatory fees:	View fee breakdown

Period 4

Tuition:	$1072.00
Books & Supplies:	$325.00
Materials Fee:	$84.00
Additional mandatory fees:	View fee breakdown

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