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Heating, Ventilation,
 Air Conditioning, and Plumbing
 
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The Bohlen Technical Center located in
 Watertown, NY offers Heating, Ventilating,
Air Conditioning, and Plumbing that combines classroom theory with hands on training.
 
 
The HVAC and Plumbing Certification Program provides each student with one-on-one instruction on the special skills and knowledge that are required to be successful in this field.
 
 
Adult students may attend full time, part time, or for  specific units of instruction.
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
          E-mail Instructor:

           Mike Fortunato

 mfortuna@mail.boces.com 

 

 

MAJOR AREAS OF INSTRUCTION
Introduction to Heating and Cooling     Electricity and Control Circuits     Hydronics                                 
Introduction to Plumbing                        Gas and Oil Burners                      Boilers                                  
Refrigeration Fundamentals                  Refrigerant Recovery                   Sheet Metal Fabrication    
Air Distribution Systems                        Water Distribution Systems         Drainage, Waste, and Vent Systems
 
TECHNOLOGY
Our shop is equipped with the latest tools and equipment used in the industry.
 
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Plumber                                         Pipefitter                           Estimator                 Maintenance Mechanic        
Air Conditioning Technician       Sheet Metal Mechanic     Engineer                  Appliance Repair
Air Conditioning Installer             Heating Technician          Counterperson        Sales Engineer
 
WHAT IT TAKES TO BE SUCCESSFUL
  • Positive attitude and the ability to work as part of a team
  • Willingness to learn and to accept responsibility
  • Cooperation, promptness, and reliability
  • Physical stamina to lift and move heavy objects
  • Strong math, science, and english skills
WORK STUDY AND INTERNSHIPS
Excellent affiliations and partnerships with local HVAC and Plumbing businesses provide students with the opportunity to participate in internships and work study programs.
 
COLLEGE AND JOB PLACEMENT
Students who successfully complete the Plumbing /Heating /AC Program may also choose to further their education at technical colleges such as SUNY Delhi, Mohawk Valley , SUNY Morrisville , Alfred College , Canton ATC and more ... 
* New York State recognizes 1000 hours in this program as part of an apprenticeship experience
 
ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS/COLLEGE CREDITS
Mohawk Valley Community College http://www.mvcc.edu/  
 

OUR PROGRAM IN ACTION

   


THIS IS A FIELD WHERE TRAINING IN A CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM CAN PAY OFF IN A BIG WAY !

To learn more please arrange a visit with your local guidance counselor, e-mail the classroom instructor above or call us at (315) 779-7200. We look forward to hearing from you.

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