Madison, WisconsinPublic, 4-Year

Madison Area Technical College HVAC Program

An associate degree, $4,977 a year in tuition and fees, with training in EPA 608 refrigerant certification, refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring.

What Does Madison Area Technical College Offer HVAC Students?

Madison Area Technical College in Madison, Wisconsin offers an associate degree in HVAC through its Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology (HVAC) program. Tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $4,977 for a full-time year (in-state). The school awarded 8 HVAC credentials in 2024–25. Best for students who want some coursework online.

HVAC Degree and Certificates at Madison Area Technical College

AwardTypeLength
Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology Associate Degree in Applied ScienceAssociate65 credits (2 years)

As listed on Madison Area Technical College's HVAC program page, reviewed September 26, 2026.

Madison Area Technical College HVAC Tuition: $4,977 a Year

Tuition and fees
$4,977
in-state, 2024–25
Out of state
$7,255
2024–25
Books and supplies
$1,464
2024–25 estimate
HVAC certificates awarded
5
2024–25
HVAC associate degrees
3
2024–25
Graduation rate
29%
school-wide, Fall 2018 cohort

Tuition and fees are for a full-time year. Awards count HVAC credentials conferred. Graduation rate and enrollment cover the whole school. Source: NCES College Navigator.

From Residential to Commercial Systems: What Madison Area Technical College Teaches

The degree adds industrial maintenance, PLC training and building automation to core HVAC/R coursework, plus a summer internship.

  • EPA 608 refrigerant certification
  • Refrigeration systemscommercial refrigeration
  • Electrical and wiring
  • Heating, furnaces and boilershydronics
  • Air conditioning
  • Controls and building automationprogrammable logic controllers
  • Commercial and industrial systemscommercial refrigeration

Class Schedule and Certification Testing at Madison Area Technical College

Schedule. Students can attend full or part time; delivery is a mix of online and in-person classes, with HVAC classes at the Madison Truax campus. The program admits in fall and includes a summer HVAC internship.

Testing. The curriculum includes a one-credit EPA 608 Training & Certification course.

Where You'll Train: Madison Truax Campus

  • Madison Truax Campus

Check start dates, admission steps and the current course list on Madison Area Technical College's own site.

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What HVAC Technicians Earn Around Madison

HVAC technicians in the Madison, WI metro area earn a median $63,150 a year. Across Wisconsin, the median HVAC technician wage is $61,710 a year, from $45,930 at the 10th percentile to $98,070 at the 90th, with 6,630 HVAC mechanics and installers employed. The national median is $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

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Madison Area Technical College HVAC FAQ

Does Madison Area Technical College Have an HVAC Program?

Yes. Madison Area Technical College offers an associate degree in HVAC at Madison Truax Campus. Training covers EPA 608 refrigerant certification, refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring, heating, furnaces and boilers, air conditioning.

How Much Does HVAC School Cost at Madison Area Technical College?

Madison Area Technical College's 2024–25 tuition and fees were $4,977 for a full-time year (in-state) and $7,255 out of state, with books and supplies estimated at $1,464. HVAC students also buy hand tools and meters.

How Long Is the HVAC Program at Madison Area Technical College?

Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology Associate Degree in Applied Science: 65 credits (2 years).

Does Madison Area Technical College Offer Night or Weekend HVAC Classes?

Students can attend full or part time; delivery is a mix of online and in-person classes, with HVAC classes at the Madison Truax campus. The program admits in fall and includes a summer HVAC internship.

Can You Get EPA 608 Certified at Madison Area Technical College?

The curriculum includes a one-credit EPA 608 Training & Certification course.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Wisconsin?

The median HVAC technician wage in Wisconsin is $61,710 a year, and the middle half earn between $50,840 and $79,100 (BLS, May 2025).

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Sources

  1. madisoncollege.edu: Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology (HVAC) program page, reviewed September 26, 2026
  2. NCES College Navigator, IPEDS unit 238263
  3. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
  4. EPA Section 608 technician certification requirements