Sustainable housing describes a type of home that is designed to reduce environmental impact, both during and after construction. There are many aspects to consider when building sustainable housing, including location, materials, style of construction, etc. HVAC also plays an important role in the creation and maintenance of sustainable homes. Below are some of the […]
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10 Skills Employers Expect From HVAC Technicians
Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) technicians install and maintain HVAC systems in new and established residential and commercial buildings. Some technicians specialize 1 in one aspect of the trade, such as heating. Others work on all types of HVAC systems. Technicians may work on both installing and repairing systems, or they can limit their work to one […]
Read MoreFaculty Connections: David Wadella
Meet David Wadella David Wadella is the first instructor that most new students will meet when they start at The Refrigeration School. David teaches the first phase, the Fundamentals of Electricity class. David is from Dayton, Ohio, but he moved to Phoenix 20 years ago looking for construction work. He’s been teaching at RSI for […]
Read MoreFaculty Connections: Joe Sewell
Meet Joe Sewell Joe Sewell has been an instructor at The Refrigeration School for a little over a year. Originally from Phoenix, Joe is a father of two boys, an avid motorcycle rider, and he once told MC Hammer “U can’t touch this!” How long have you worked in the HVAC field Joe? I […]
Read MoreA Student’s Guide to HVAC Scholarships
Job growth for HVAC industries is projected to be 21 percent 1 by 2022, making HVAC careers a potentially lucrative option for prospective students. However, obtaining specialized training can be expensive. Fortunately, there are various scholarships for HVAC students to explore. Here is a short list of great funding options for your HVAC education from different companies, as […]
Read MoreFaculty Connections: Chris Watt
Meet Chris Watt Born in Florence, Kentucky, Chris Watt has been in the Valley of the Sun since 1980. With 25 years commercial experience in the HVAC field behind him, Chris has been an instructor at The Refrigeration School for almost two years. But he started teaching just weeks after he graduated RSI. Is RSI […]
Read MoreTypes of HVAC Certification
In order to work as a professional HVAC technician, certain licensing and certifications are required. EPA Section 608 Certification is required for all professionals working on systems containing refrigerants. Depending on which U.S. state you plan on working in, you may need special state licensing or certification. There are additional licensing tests for those who […]
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