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Program Review 2013
Career and Technical Education-Supplemental Questions
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (ACR)
1. How strong is the occupational demand for the program?
The national statistics are 7% higher than the state’s for future growth.
The following tables show the national and state statistics red for national
and blue for state. The national growth rate is 34% from 2010-2020 and
the state growth rate is 27.1% over the same time. These numbers are
higher than the average growth rates of other occupations.
The following shows the national statistics for the Heating,
Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) trade.
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers Percent change in employment, projected 2010-20
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
34%
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
15%
Total, All Occupations
14%
Note: All Occupations includes all occupations in the U.S. Economy.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program
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The following table shows the California growth statistics for HVACR
Trade.
Occupations for Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation & Refrigeration Maintenance in California
Occupation Title
Estimated Year - Projected Year
Employment Employment Change Minimum Educational Requirement
View Video Estimated Projected Number Percent
Heating/Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Workers
2010 - 2020
20,700 26,300 5,600 27.1 Long-term on-the-job training (> 12 months)
2. How has the demand changed in the past 5 years and what is the outlook for the
next five years?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that in the next 5 years over
136,000 job openings for HVACR.
In the midst of a down economy the baby-boomers were not retiring. They
were hanging around to see what was going to happen to the economy.
HVACR employers were only hiring in an emergency. In 2010 only
270,000 were employed in the HVACR trade down 40,000 from 2008.
Now that the economy is recovering the projection for 2018 is 395,000
employed, up 34% from 2008.
(number in thousands)
Code Trade 2008 2018 Percent Growth Total job openings
49–9021 Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers
308.2 394.8 28.1 136.2
bls.gov
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3. What is the districts need for the program?
In the Fall 2012 semester the ACR Program went to 8 week sections for
the full time day students. In Spring 2014 those students that started the 8
week sections are going to be awarded their certificates and finish the
ACR Program. The certificates and degrees awarded by students in the
ACR Program will show an improvement. 2 of these students are going for
their A.S. degrees. In the year 2010-2011 the ACR Program CTE with 12
certificates. Waiting for the 2012-2013 statistics for certificates awarded.
The next Table shows the certificates earned from 2011-2012.
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4. What is the state’s need for the program?
With a 20%-40% growth in HVACR employment in the state, all California
Community Colleges (CCC) with a HVACR program are needed. The
need for qualified technicians with certificates and degrees is evident. In
the past 10 years, employers have decreased the qualifications for new
employees because of the lack of qualified technicians.
Future Challenges
Emerson created the list after talking to contractors, HVACR students, and instructors about
what motivates young people to pursue HVACR careers.
One of the key challenges identified is a shortage of qualified technicians. According to the Air-
Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), an estimated additional 57,000
skilled workers are needed each year to work in the HVACR industry.
The Top 10
Emerson’s top 10 list draws on HVACR salary and employment data from the
U.S. Department of Labor; trade school locations recognized by the Partnership
for Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration Accreditation; heating and cooling
degree days calculated at DegreeDays.net; residential home values from the U.S.
Census; and certified North American Technician Excellence (NATE) contractors
by state. Emerson also draws upon its own data to look at wholesaler locations
and commercial service volumes from its ProAct™ Service Center.
The Emerson Climate Technologies Top 10 States to Work in HVACR are:
1. California
2. Ohio
3. Florida
4. Texas
5. Illinois
6. New York
7. Pennsylvania
8. New Jersey
9. North Carolina
10. Georgia
Why They’re on the List
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According to Emerson, California tops the list with more than 2,000 NATE-
certified technicians, many cooling degree days to drive air conditioning and
refrigeration demand, high employment (more than 16,000 HVACR techs,
according to the U.S. Dept. of Labor), and some of the highest wages in the
country. The NEWS, HVACR article March 4, 2013
The following table shows the California growth statistics for HVACR
Trade.
Occupations for Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation & Refrigeration Maintenance in California
Occupation Title
Estimated Year - Projected Year
Employment Employment Change Minimum Educational Requirement
View Video Estimated Projected Number Percent
Heating/Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Workers
2010 - 2020
20,700 26,300 5,600 27.1 Long-term on-the-job training (> 12 months)
What Wages and Benefits Can I Expect?
The wages for Technicians in California differ widely depending on job duties and responsibilities, work experience, type of industry, and location of work. Workers in large cities or urban areas usually earn higher wages than those who work in smaller towns and rural areas.
The median wage in 2013 for Heating/Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Workers in California is $51,386 annually, or $24.71 hourly. The median is the point at which half of the workers earn more and half earn less.
Change to Hourly Wages
Annual Wages for 2013
Low (25th
percentile)
Median (50th
percentile)
High (75th
percentile)
California $38,565 $51,386 $63,524
Source: EDD/LMID Occupational Employment Statistics Survey, 2013 Wages do not reflect self-employment.
View Wages for All Areas
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Change to Annual Wages
Hourly Wages for 2013
Low (25th
percentile)
Median (50th
percentile)
High (75th
percentile)
California $18.54 $24.71 $30.54
Source: EDD/LMID Occupational Employment Statistics Survey, 2013. Wages do not reflect self-employment.
Technicians may receive benefits that include health and dental insurance, vacation, and retirement plans. For union members, the benefit packages are negotiated in contracts between employers and unions. Self-employed contractors must pay for their own insurance and retirement plans.
What is the Job Outlook?
As the population and number of buildings increase, so does the demand for residential, commercial, and industrial climate-control systems. The complexity of today’s climate control systems increases the possibility that equipment may malfunction, creating more employment opportunities for Technicians. Technicians who specialize in installation work may experience periods of unemployment when new construction activity declines, but maintenance and repair work usually remains relatively stable. People and businesses depend on climate-control systems and must keep them in good working order, regardless of economic conditions. Concern for the environment has prompted the development of new energy-saving heating and air-conditioning systems. An emphasis on better energy management should lead to the replacement of older systems and the installation of newer, more efficient systems in existing homes and buildings. Regulations prohibiting the discharge and production of chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) and hydro-chlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) refrigerants should continue to result in the need to replace many existing air-conditioning systems or modify them to use new environmentally safe refrigerants.
5. How does the program address needs that are not met by similar programs in the
region?
All Community Colleges in the area of the Compton Center teach HVACR
basics. Cypress teaches more engineering, Trade Tech teaches more
codes and construction, Orange Coast College teaches only the basics,
and Long Beach City is closing its HVACR program. El Camino College
and the Compton Center have the same curriculum.
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When students finish the HVACR program in any school they have to find
their own job. Most employers want 3-5 years experience with new hires.
Only a few employers want to train new employees their way and want no
previous work experience.
The ACR program at the Compton Center addresses the need of newly
graduating students looking for employment. With funding from the
Foundation the ACR program joined GradCast. GradCast lets students
who have been awarded certificates in the ACR program to send out
resumes to employers in HVACR trade and related businesses. These
employers are not expecting a resume with years of experience in the
trade. They are looking for resumes with certificates awarded and degrees
.Within 100 miles or the Compton Center there are 2087 employers on the
GradCast list, within 20 miles there are 831, within 10 miles there are 245,
and within 5 miles there are 52 employers.
The national average is 50% job placement for students with either
certificates awarded or degrees in HVACR . The percent drops to under
10% if someone has a resume with no certificates awarded or degrees.
6. Are students satisfied with their preparation for employment?
These are some of the results of the Career & Technical Education (CTE)
Employment Outcomes Survey 2013 Compton Center.
50% of former students were “very satisfied” with the education and training they received at El Camino College – Compton Center, and 36% were “satisfied” for an overall satisfaction rate of 86%.
The results of the survey showed that completing CTE studies and training – whether or not a credential is earned, whether or not a student transfers – is related to positive employment outcomes. The preponderance of respondents are employed, are working in the same field as their studies or training, and are working full time. Respondents overall posted a 20% increase in their hourly wage after completing their studies El Camino College—Compton Center and the vast majority were satisfied with the education and training they received.
7. Are employers in the field satisfied with the level of preparation of our graduates?
The basics of the HVACR trade is taught the same in any book you read.
Teaching the basics has not changed since I went through an
apprenticeship 28 years ago for HVACR.
Working with Vic Cafarchia and Tim Muckey from El Camino to change
the curriculum to include energy efficiency and energy management
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courses and certificates. These are the technologies the technicians in the
field are using today.
We are combining ACR 21 and 22 to have only one prerequisite basic
course, deactivating ACR 32 Pneumatic Controls and reactivating ACR
31Electronic Controls, deactivating ACR 20 because another program is
teaching solar, and in the process of writing the curriculum for two new
courses dealing with Energy Management and System Efficiency. We are
also going to propose two more mini certificates for Energy Management
and System Efficiency.
8. What are the completion, success, and employment rates for the students?
The ACR Success and Retention Rates are close to the Division numbers.
This semester Anthony Charles was awarded 4 certificates and an A.S.
Degree in ACR. He sent out 100 resumes through GradCast and started
working for an HVACR contractor 2 weeks later. His second week on the
job he received 2 more job offers. GradCast works.
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9. What is the role of the advisory committee and what impact does it have on the
program?
The ACR program has an Advisory Committee Meeting every semester.
The Advisory Committee consists of contractors, vendors, educators, and
journeymen in the HVACR trade. There is a guest speaker and an agenda
which is followed.
All students in the ACR program are invited to participate in the Advisory
Committee Meeting. This makes them feel like they have an input into
their education at the Compton Center.
I take in consideration all that is said in the Advisory Committee Meetings.
Improvements is the ACR program and CTEA Grant Proposals stem from
the recommendations made at the meetings. And students are involved in
the decision making process.
Here are the agenda and minutes from the Fall 2013 meeting.
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (ACR)
Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda
Fall 2013
Thursday October 31, 2013
VT 197 8:00am-9:00am
Type of meeting: ACR Advisory Committee Meeting Facilitator: Dale Ueda
Recorder: Laura Atchison
Guest Speaker: Mr. Ken Robinson from Refrigeration Service Engineers Society
(RSES)
Attendees: Mr. Dale Ueda (El Camino/Compton Center ACR Department), Mr. Ken
Robinson (RSES), Mr. Pat Heeb (LBCC), and Mr. William Jeff (Los Angeles City).
Participants: All ACR students
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Agenda:
Importance of specialized HVACR training and education
Technical information and resources
Service Application Manual (SAM)
Networking with individuals in the HVACR trade
Where the HVACR trade is going in technology and jobs
Energy management systems
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Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (ACR)
Advisory Committee Meeting
VT 197
October 31, 2013
8:00am-9:00am
Professor Ueda introduced the presenter, Mr. Ken Robinson, Climate Pro Mechanical to give an
over-view of today’s trade. He informed everyone how much technology has grown throughout
the years. He showed the importance of being part of a chapter for continual growth.
Technology is always changing in the HVACR trade. Going to seminars and conferences keeps
you up with the new technology.
The Chapter he affiliates is Refrigeration Service Engineers Society (RSES). It is a non-profit
organization that gives their time and experience in assisting Colleges about the trade. Their
desire is to give back to the industry.
Importance of Specialized HVACR Training and Education
He asked the question – “What plague industry the most?” Some felted it was not keeping up
with technology; no knowledge in the trade, not being able to use the computer. The answer to
the question was ‘laziness’; lack of knowledge and doing nothing to grow. There are areas for
one to grow; on-the-job training, ask employer permission to take classes to extend knowledge.
In today’s trade, computer is not new; it is a tool to assist in the field. Animation system assists
one’s capabilities to find answer to problems.
Technical Information and Resources
There is an upcoming training for NATE. It is scheduled for this Saturday on November 2,
2013. This training will give assistance for individuals to help pass NATE and become certified.
There are two type of testing one can pass; Core and Specialty. Passing Core one will allow one
to become a server and an installer. There are 18 to 20 examinations to be ‘specialized’ in a
trade; for instance, Air Condition, Refrigeration, Heat Pump, Gas Heating to name a few. If one
pass the testing for Heat Pump, he will automatically qualifies to do air condition.
There will be a presentation on March 29, 2014 at the Golden Seal Hotel. Ticket will be
discounted for students. Newsletter is available showing how one can get free magazine. The
International Chapter will take place in October, 2014, in Long Beach. They will have various
speakers to express free classes that are available for students. Speakers will interact with
students in answering their questions.
Service Application Manual (SAM)
There are five reasons to join a chapter in learning new technology. Ones will focus on
advantage and the disadvantages in the trade. The RSES made this manual available on CD
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ROM; can now be access on-line. Members get newsletters free. New chapters are announced
in the newsletters. It network with others in assisting them in finding a job. Many companies
hire those affiliating in a chapter. This provides insight to employers how an individual is
willing to do the extra in marketing itself. They are thus reassured there will be fewer call backs
in completing a job.
Networking with Individuals in the HVACR Trade
Mr. Robinson highlighted the RSES Magazine showing the benefits and the importance of
subscribing to it. The RSES membership dues are $145.00 a year for professionals and $51.50
for students. The magazines are free with membership. Meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday
each month at 6:00pm in the city of Downey at the Sizzler Restaurant.
Brochures and applications were available for students to enhance their interests. Newsletters
were also provided for the students.
He acknowledged the students for establishing a club that represents their trade. This too is what
employers look for in one extending itself in showing their dedications and their trade.
Belonging to trade associations and organizations helps in networking with others in the trade.
There are sites which talk about common troubleshooting problems technicians run into in their
daily experiences. HVAC Talk is one of these sites. You log on to the internet and ask questions
you have, and others join in to answer your questions.
Energy Management Systems
This management system is very important system to teach HVAC students. The economizer is
a major part of this system. It teaches how to measure outside air. Learn how to read different
control on controllers. Mr. Robinson gave an illustration on how Edison increases their cost. No
longer a 5 tier; now 4 tier. Edison wanted 6.8% increase. Wanted 4 increases; 3 were rejected.
Equipment with economizer systems installed are good hands on training for students to learn on
in the lab.
Any Other Business
Several questions were asked by the students; one being is it feasible to open up a business after
receiving a certificate? Answer: It is best to work with a contractor first. There is a lot to learn
in the trade and by working with others will assist in one’s growth. If you are stuck on a
problem, it is good to have someone to assist or where to get resource for assistance. Capital is
needed in starting your own business. A C-20 HVAC contractor license, $25,000 working
capital, and $10,000 bond with the Registrar in needed to start your own business
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10. If there is a licensure exam for students to work in their field of study, please list
the exam and the pass rate. If there are multiple exams in the program, include
them all.
The EPA 608 is the certificate that all HVACR employees need to work in
the trade.
I used to be a proctor of the certification exam at El Camino College. They
used the company VGI as the testing agency.
Fall 2013 I switched to the ESCO Institute and made the Compton Center
a testing site for the EPA 608 which is the HVACR certification and the
EPA 609 which is the automotive certification.
On November 15, 2013 Dennis Kromer passed the EPA 608. He was the
first to take the exam after I switched to ESCO. He said the practice
exams and study guide helped him pass the exam.
The next 5 pages are national and state statistics on HVACR
employment and growth rates.
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The following shows the national statistics for the
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration
(HVACR) trade.
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers Percent change in employment, projected 2010-20
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
34%
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
15%
Total, All Occupations
14%
Note: All Occupations includes all occupations in the U.S. Economy.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
Quick Facts: Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
2010 Median Pay
$42,530 per year
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Quick Facts: Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
$20.45 per hour
Entry-Level Education Postsecondary non-degree award
Work Experience in a Related Occupation None
On-the-job Training Long-term on-the-job training
Number of Jobs, 2010 267,800
Job Outlook, 2010-20 34% (Much faster than average)
Employment Change, 2010-20 90,300
Job Outlook About this section Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
Percent change in employment, projected 2010-20
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
34%
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
15%
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Total, All Occupations
14%
Note: All Occupations includes all occupations in the U.S. Economy.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program
Employment of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers is expected to grow
34 percent from 2010 to 2020, much faster than the average for all occupations. Commercial and
residential building construction will drive employment growth as the construction industry continues to
recover from the 2007-09 recession. The growing number of sophisticated climate-control systems is also
expected to increase demand for qualified HVACR technicians.
Climate-control systems generally need replacement after 10 to 15 years. A large number of recently
constructed homes and commercial buildings will need replacement climate-control systems by 2020,
spurring demand for technicians.
The growing emphasis on energy efficiency and pollution reduction will require more HVACR technicians
as climate-control systems are retrofitted, upgraded, or replaced entirely. Regulations prohibiting the
discharge and production of older types of refrigerant pollutants also will result in the need to modify or
replace many existing air conditioning systems.
Job Prospects
Job opportunities for HVACR technicians are expected to be excellent, particularly for those who have
completed training at an accredited technical school or through a formal apprenticeship. Candidates
familiar with computers and electronics will have the best job opportunities as employers continue to
have trouble finding qualified technicians to work on complex new systems.
Technicians who specialize in installation work may experience periods of unemployment when the level
of new construction activity declines. Maintenance and repair work, however, usually remains relatively
stable. Businesses and homeowners depend on their climate-control or refrigeration systems and must
keep them in good working order, regardless of economic conditions.
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The following table shows the California growth
statistics for HVACR Trade.
Occupations for Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation & Refrigeration Maintenance in California
Occupation Title
Estimated Year - Projected Year
Employment Employment Change Minimum Educational Requirement
View Video Estimated Projected Number Percent
Heating/Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Workers
2010 - 2020
20,700 26,300 5,600 27.1 Long-term on-the-job training (> 12 months)
What Wages and Benefits Can I Expect?
The wages for Technicians in California differ widely depending on job duties and responsibilities, work experience, type of industry, and location of work. Workers in large cities or urban areas usually earn higher wages than those who work in smaller towns and rural areas.
The median wage in 2013 for Heating/Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Workers in California is $51,386 annually, or $24.71 hourly. The median is the point at which half of the workers earn more and half earn less.
Change to Hourly Wages
Annual Wages for 2013
Low (25th
percentile)
Median (50th
percentile)
High (75th
percentile)
California $38,565 $51,386 $63,524
Source: EDD/LMID Occupational Employment Statistics Survey, 2013 Wages do not reflect self-employment.
View Wages for All Areas
Change to Annual Wages
Hourly Wages for 2013
Low (25th
percentile)
Median (50th
percentile)
High (75th
percentile)
California $18.54 $24.71 $30.54
Source: EDD/LMID Occupational Employment Statistics Survey, 2013. Wages do not reflect self-employment.
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Technicians may receive benefits that include health and dental insurance, vacation, and retirement plans. For union members, the benefit packages are negotiated in contracts between employers and unions. Self-employed contractors must pay for their own insurance and retirement plans.
What is the Job Outlook?
As the population and number of buildings increase, so does the demand for residential, commercial, and industrial climate-control systems. The complexity of today’s climate control systems increases the possibility that equipment may malfunction, creating more employment opportunities for Technicians. Technicians who specialize in installation work may experience periods of unemployment when new construction activity declines, but maintenance and repair work usually remains relatively stable. People and businesses depend on climate-control systems and must keep them in good working order, regardless of economic conditions. Concern for the environment has prompted the development of new energy-saving heating and air-conditioning systems. An emphasis on better energy management should lead to the replacement of older systems and the installation of newer, more efficient systems in existing homes and buildings. Regulations prohibiting the discharge and production of chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) and hydro-chlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) refrigerants should continue to result in the need to replace many existing air-conditioning systems or modify them to use new environmentally safe refrigerants.