Training - Refrigeration | Québec métiers d'avenir

TRAINING
DESCRIPTION

This program prepares students to practice the trade of refrigeration specialist. They will acquire competencies to install, maintain, repair and inspect air conditioning systems, refrigeration systems, and combined heating, ventilation and refrigeration systems. Students learn to monitor, maintain and troubleshoot air conditioning units, refrigeration systems, heat pumps, etc. Refrigeration specialists are familiar with automatic controls, electronics and remote supervision.

Duration : 1 800 Hours

academic
prerequisites

SCHOLARITY LEVEL : Quebec's Secondary 4th (France's Second) or equivalent
LANGUAGE LEVEL :
The level of language required varies according to the training center chosen.

* The validation of your eligibility will be confirmed by our admissions department once your application has been completed.

JOB
PROSPECTS

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic

Heating and Air Conditioning Mechanic

Refrigeration Mechanic Apprentice

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EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS PROVIDING TRAINING

Centre de formation professionnelle Vision 20 20
Victoriaville, Centre-du-Québec
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DURATION : 18 Months
CLASSES START : March 12 2025
COSTS : 4 100,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

DURATION : 18 Months
CLASSES START : November 14 2025
COSTS : 4 100,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

DURATION : 18 Months
CLASSES START : March 13 2026
COSTS : 4 100,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

Legend Welcoming services

Integrating into the community

— Practical tour of the city and help with initial purchases
— Contact with local aid organizations

Reception on arrival

— Reception at airport, bus terminal or train station

Integrating into the school system

— School tour and twinning with another student
— Monthly follow-up with the student

Integrating the family

— Referral to employment agencies for your spouse
— Help with child daycare or school registration
— Information on family social activities

General information and administrative follow-up

— Direct contact with a resource person
— Registration, information and provision of mandatory health insurance card
— Explanation of the Centre’s teaching techniques and operations

Accommodation

— Reserving temporary accommodation prior to arrival
— Help with finding permanent accommodation

Note: Services may vary slightly from one training centre to another.

TRAINING OBJECTIVES

Install, maintain, repair and inspect air conditioning systems, refrigeration systems, and combined heating, ventilation and refrigeration systems.
Monitor, maintain and troubleshoot air conditioning units, refrigeration systems, heat pumps, etc.
Become familiar with automatic controls, electronics and remote supervision.

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TRAINING CONTENT

Competency statement

HOURS

Interpréter des plans et devis

Installer la tuyauterie d'un circuit de réfrigération

Installer un régulateur de circuit fluidique

Faire l'installation et la mise en service d'un système de réfrigération

120

Faire l'installation et la mise en service d'un système de climatisation

120

Résoudre des problèmes de fonctionnement d'un compresseur

Assurer le fonctionnement d'un système de réfrigération

Assurer le fonctionnement d'un système de climatisation monobloc

Assurer le fonctionnement d'un système de climatisation en sections

Assurer le fonctionnement d'un système de climatisation monobloc

105

Résoudre des problèmes inhérents au contrôle numérique

Analyser des procédés de traitement de l'air

Effectuer l'analyse énergétique d'un système de réfrigération ou de climatisation

Assurer le fonctionnement d'un refroidisseur de liquide

Assurer le fonctionnement d'un système de climatisation central

Utiliser des moyens de recherche d'emploi

Se situer au regard des organismes de l'industrie de la construction

Prévenir les atteintes à la santé, à la sécurité et à l'intégrité physique sur les chantiers de construction

Se situer au regard du métier et de la démarche de formation

Analyser le cycle frigorifique par compression

Oxycouper, souder et braser

Effectuer des travaux de base en mécanique d'entretien

Installer un détendeur

Effectuer des travaux de base en électricité

Effectuer des tâches liées à l'utilisation et à la récupération de réfrigérants

Effectuer des travaux de base en réfrigération

Vérifier le fonctionnement d'un circuit moteur et de ses dispositifs de commande

120

Vérifier le fonctionnement d'un compresseur réciproque