The HVAC industry is doing relatively well and even during the pandemic, in some places, it was “business as usual for HVAC employees.” If you need a job ASAP, keep reading to see why the skilled trades could be a good option for men and women. Job Security in Essential Fields There is a sense […]
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Top 3 Hottest States in the U.S. That Need HVAC Techs
Where are HVAC technicians in demand? The top 3 hottest states in 2022 for HVAC technicians are Florida, California, and Texas, based on annual job openings projected by Career One Stop, a project sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.1 Literally, as the world heats up, especially in certain places like California, we can expect […]
Read MoreFaculty Connections – Meet Shannon Cody
Shannon, 45, is a Senior Welding Instructor at The Refrigeration School. Originally from Grand Falls, AZ – a place that Shannon describes as “a little dot in the Navajo Nation”—Shannon has 22 years of experience in the welding field and has been instructing at RSI for one year. Thanks for your time, Shannon. Tell us […]
Read MoreWhat Is HVAC Ductwork? An Introduction for HVAC Students
In the field of HVAC service and repair, a duct is a tube, pipe or channel through which air flows. The duct may be made of metal of synthetic materials. Homes and businesses with heating, cooling and ventilation equipment may have a network of ducts to transport the conditioned air from the equipment to the […]
Read MoreHow Trade Schools Help with a Smoother Transition from Combat to Career
There’s no struggle comparable to the sacrifices the brave men and women of our armed forces endure when they selflessly protect their country. Unfortunately, another significant challenge awaits Veterans even after their combat ends: returning to civilian life. According to a Pew Research poll, 27% of Veterans find it difficult to readjust to civilian life. […]
Read MoreWhat to Expect When Attending Trade School
For decades, a four-year degree was heralded as the best educational path for high school graduates. However, there are signs that more students are seeking other education options outside college. Undergraduate enrollment has been on a steady decline since 2012 as more students opt for alternatives to four-year institutions.1 At the same time, trade schools […]
Read MoreWhat Is HVAC Maintenance? HVAC Student Guide
HVAC maintenance is the servicing of a heating or cooling system to thwart the potential for future problems and unnecessary cost. Maintenance may help keep systems operating at peak performance levels, so annual checkups before heating and cooling seasons are important. If you are in an HVAC and refrigeration training program, HVAC maintenance may be […]
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