Studies of heating and ventilation allow students to work in a variety of industries, including mechanical engineering, metallurgy enterprises, chemical, oil and gas. Students learn the theory and practice of heat and air transfer, which they can then use to operate, construct and repair systems such as turbines and boilers.

Academic institutions around the world offer a BSc or Bachelor of Science. This popular undergraduate degree is helpful in preparing students for the workplace or for advanced degree programs. The average BSc takes three to five years to complete.

Part time learning allows one to obtain part-time degrees even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at his or own pace, gradually accumulating credits which count towards final qualification.