If someone asked you what the opposite of a fossil fuel is, what would you say? Some might say solar power, while others would point to wind. Either answer could be correct, since any form of renewable energy could be considered the opposite of our finite supply of fossil fuels like oil and gas. Wouldn’t
*This article is part 5 of 5 In the previous articles in this series, we’ve focused on the critical role HVACR training plays in modern career and technical education, as instructors and trainers look to prepare the next generation of technicians for a quickly-growing HVACR industry. We’ve also examined in-depth the foundational skills and basic
*This article is part 4 of 5 In the previous article in this series, we focused on why Industry 4.0 skills are a critical part of a modern HVACR training program. With a wide range of new advanced automation technologies being used in modern HVACR systems, the HVACR technicians of today and tomorrow need advanced
In today’s world, more and more technology is becoming “smart.” But how does this apply to the HVACR industry? What is Smart HVACR? Smart HVACR is the successor to the programmable thermostat era of heating, cooling, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. A smart HVACR system uses sensors and interconnected devices to collect data from the
When’s the last time you took stock of your HVACR training equipment and materials? If it’s been a while, it’s probably time to reevaluate your HVACR program to make sure you’re adequately preparing students for the HVACR jobs of the present and, more importantly, the future. HVACR continues to be one of the industries with
What’s hotter than the temperatures currently scorching most of the United States? Quite appropriately, careers in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) are hotter than ever. With heat wave after heat wave and temperatures setting new records year after year, the demand for qualified HVACR installers and technicians is greater than ever. Unfortunately, supply
To view ‘HVAC Worker Shortage: Understanding the Problem & Finding a Solution’ as a multimedia presentation, please click here. Look around and you’ll notice new construction everywhere. Whether they are residential or commercial, new buildings are popping up in communities all over the country. And what do 95-percent of the new homes and commercial buildings
Click HERE to view It’s Time to Update Your HVAC Training Program as a multimedia presentation. Does your HVAC training program need a makeover? Yes, it does, and here’s why. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry is thriving, yet its future is uncertain. The HVAC industry, like nearly every other industry across the nation
Click HERE to view The HVAC Skills Gap: How to Solve the Critical Shortage of Skilled Workers as a multimedia presentation. There are few homeowner emergencies more serious than a furnace on the fritz in the middle of winter or an air conditioning unit conking out during the dog days of summer. We Homo sapiens relish our
Click HERE to view Now Hiring: HVACR Technicians with Troubleshooting Skills as a multimedia presentation. On a sweltering August day, the last thing you want to hear is a sudden silence as the air conditioning unit in your classroom, home, or office stops producing the cool air you depend upon. When this happens, your first priority will
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