HVAC Subject Guide
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Career Resources
- RETA Job Search Resource CenterSearch RETA's job board, browse through a company directory, and get advice about resumes and interviewing.
- Free WebinarsCheck out free webinars about Airflow, Adaptive Metering Devices, Pressure Enthalpy and so much more! This is a great resource to supplement your education about HVAC.
- Occupational Outlook HandbookGet updated information about median salary, job outlook, and similar occupations.
Look at the EPA regulations and on the Stationary Refrigeration and Air Conditioning website or explore Resources for Technicians.
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Professional Associations
- Air-Conditioning, Heating, & Refrigeration InstituteThe Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) is the trade association representing manufacturers of HVACR and water heating equipment within the global industry. It is a resource for industry shipment data, education and workforce information, and research.
- Air Conditioning Contractors of AmericaACCA is the only nationwide, non-profit association for professionals that install and maintain HVACR, indoor environment and building performance systems. This is a good resource to look to for networking opportunities, education, and advocacy services that support HVAC business development.
- ASHRAE"ASHRAE, founded in 1894, is a global society advancing human well-being through sustainable technology for the built environment. The Society and its members focus on building systems, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, refrigeration and sustainability within the industry."
- North American Technician Excellence (NATE)"North American Technician Excellence (NATE) is the nation’s largest non-profit certification organization for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration technicians."
- Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors AssociationThe Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association is a national organization "dedicated to the advancement and education of the plumbing and HVACR industry for the health, safety and comfort of society and the protection of the environment"
- The Refrigerating Engineers and Technicians Association (RETA)"The Refrigerating Engineers & Technicians Association (RETA), founded in 1910, is an international society of individuals and companies involved in the design, operation and service of industrial refrigeration systems. Its purpose is to provide education and training, as well as networking benefits, to both experienced operators and those who have recently entered this rapidly expanding field."
HVAC Journals
If you don't know where to start your research you might browse through some of these journals we have access to.
Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration News
ASHRAE Journal
ASHRAE Transactions
Engineered Systems
Heating/Piping/Air Conditioning Engineering: HPAC
Industrial Heating
Just search for them in Proquest!
Practice Exams
- 608 Practice ExamsPractice for the Section 608 Technician Certification test and make sure you are ready to ace it!
- R-410A Practice Exam"New equipment that uses R-410A requires service personnel to shift to different tools and equipment, safety standards and fundamentals when installing, changing out (retrofitting) older split A/C systems, and repairing systems in the field." Practice before taking your official exam.
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