What is HVAC? - Lvi-ala tutuksi

HVAC?

The word HVAC is an abbreviation for Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning. The industry also includes refrigeration, water supply and sanitation, which all together aim to create comfortable and energy efficient indoor environment.

The industry employs thousands of professionals and more are needed – all the time. In fact, due to retirement and overall increase in labor demand there is actual shortage of manpower.

Choose a job that has an impact

HVAC have a strong impact on the comfort and safety of a property. HVAC also plays a significant role in improving energy efficiency, as buildings account for approximately 40% of total energy consumption. So, there’s plenty of work to be done!

WHERE TO STUDY?

You can train for a career in the HVAC field through various educational paths and continue developing your skills alongside work.

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION

Type “LVI” into the search bar on the ammattikoulut.fi service to find vocational schools where you can study for a basic, vocational.

You can apply for vocational education through continuous admission, but if you’re applying for a basic qualification directly from comprehensive school or upper secondary school, the application is mainly done through the joint application system. Read more at Studyinfo.fi.

BACHELOR’S AND MASTER LEVEL STUDIES

You can apply for most of the bachelor’s level studies conducted in English by universities of applied sciences (UAS). There are a few Bachelor’s level studies conducted in English in universities. Most programmes are conducted in Finnish or Swedish. Also master’s level studies are provided by both universities and universities of applied sciences (UAS). Read more in Studyinfo.fi.