About
The Heating & Air Conditioning program at Drake State examines the principles of heating and cooling air in controlled situations. The knowledge and applications of electricity and refrigerants are taught through problem-solving techniques to enable students to diagnose malfunctions and service/repair residential, commercial, and industrial systems. The Heating & Air Conditioning curriculum is designed to help students prepare for employment in the field of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.
Organization
Drake State Technical College
Drake State Community and Technical College
Located in Huntsville, AL, Drake State Community and Technical College is a public two-year higher education institution offering diverse certificate and associate degree programs with specialized training. It provides dozens of career pathways, affordable tuition, and financial aid options within a student-centered environment. The college emphasizes affordability and career readiness, offering flexible technical and university-transfer degrees, industry certifications, adult and continuing education, and customized skills training to support and enhance the North Alabama community.
Highlights:
- Student-centered community college
- Diverse certificate and associate degree programs
- Strong industry partnerships
- Focus on affordability and career readiness
- Supported by significant grants ($1.5 million Strengthening Community Colleges, $1.75 million Leidos donation)
- Provides specialized hands-on training programs like phlebotomy
- Actively engages with the community through workforce development and support initiatives