§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration engineering technician

Description

Heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration engineering technicians aid in the design of devices which provide heating, ventilation, air conditioning and possibly refrigeration in buildings. They ensure the equipment complies with environmental standards. They handle hazardous materials used in the systems, and ensure safety precautions are in place.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration parts types of heat pumps electric heating systems refrigerants mechanical engineering domestic cooling systems thermodynamics hydraulics

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

district heating and cooling biogas energy

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

interpret 2D plans monitor utility equipment apply health and safety standards interpret 3D plans operate climate control use testing equipment maintain records of maintenance interventions ensure compliance with environmental legislation conduct routine machinery checks handle refrigerant transfer pumps

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)