Key Takeaways
The Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology (Building Automation), A.A.S. at Wake Technical Community College is a in-person associate of applied science (aas) program lasting 2 years with tuition of $9,730.
Seventy-credit Associate in Applied Science on the building automation track, one of three A.A.S. tracks the college runs in air conditioning, heating and refrigeration technology alongside commercial A/C and commercial refrigeration. In-state cost is $139 per credit all-in, covering tuition plus computer/technology, student activity and campus access fees.
At $9,730 in total tuition, this program is above the North Carolina median of $7,200. Its 2 years timeline is typical for the state norm of 2 years. It includes financial aid.
HVAC technicians in North Carolina earn a median of $45,050 per year (BLS OEWS), ranging from about $30,150 early in a career to over $64,810 for seasoned techs — so a program at this price point typically pays for itself within the first year or two on the job.
Upon completion you will earn a associate of applied science (aas) in HVAC/R. This in-person program takes 2 years to complete.