MACS Certified Training Intensive (MCTI)
MACS Certified Technician Intensive (MCTI) is an immersive, hands-on training and certification experience designed for technicians who want to build real-world skills in mobile A/C and thermal management—skills that cannot be gained through online-only training.
Who It’s For:
• Automotive technicians
• Shop owners
• Fleet maintenance professionals
• Technical educators
Program Structure Overview
Format: 1-day intensive training
Delivery: Hands-on labs + live instruction + assessment
Outcome: CE credits + MACS certificate credential
Achieve your MCTI Certification with MACS at Pittsburg State University!
Next Classes will be Friday, August 28 & Saturday, August 29, 2026
The Mobile Air Climate Systems Association is proud to present our newest certificate training program, MCTI: MACS Certified Training Intensive. This new training offers technicians a chance to learn from top instructors in the classroom, while also participating in hands-on training with industry experts in the shop.
Based on MACS J2845 Mobile A/C Best Practices, this course describes the recommended practices and procedures for service and repair of MVAC systems in passenger cars and light trucks.
Major subjects include:
- A/C systems, refrigerants, properties, lubricants and additives
- Unique fittings, labels, desiccants and cylinders
- Refrigerant identification, testing and leak detection
- Service tools, equipment and procedures
- Final system tests after service or repair
Hands-on training topics include:
- Real-World Diagnostics
- Presented by Peter McArdle, Sponsored by Standard Motor Products / Four Seasons
- Essential Compressor Electrical Testing
- Presented by Peter Orlando, Sponsored by Advance Auto Parts / Carquest Technical Institute
- Leak Detection Methods and Techniques
- Presented by Matt Farel, Sponsored by Inficon and Tracer Products
- Electronic Leak Detectors (ELDs)
- Ultraviolet (UV) Trace Dye
- Retrofitting Modern A/C Systems
- R-134a retrofit to R-1234yf
- Presented by MaryJo VandenBrink, Sponsored by Solstice
- R-134a retrofit to R-1234yf
- Presented by Kerry Gray, Sponsored by Chemours
- R-134a retrofit to R-456A
- Presented by Technical Chemical and Orbia
- R-1234yf retrofit to R-444A
- Presented by Technical Chemical and Orbia
- R-134a retrofit to R-1234yf
- Refrigerant Handling (Recovery, Recycling, Evacuation & Recharge)
Thank you to our training sponsors!!!
Prerequisite:
Students must be MACS Section 609 Certified prior to completing this course (before the MCTI certificate will be issued). Students are encouraged to fulfill this requirement online through the MACS website PRIOR to attending class in August.
After signing up for the course, a MACS 609 webinar and test will be added to the student’s account.
Link to MACS Section 609 webpage: https://macsmobileairclimate.org/about-609-certification/
Includes access to a Mini Trade Show with Table Top Vendor Displays
- Learn about some of the mobile A/C industry’s most leading edge technologies in tools, equipment, supplies and fluids!
Class Details:
Join us in Pittsburg, Kansas in August 2026!
Two class dates available:
- Friday, August 28, 2026
- Saturday, August 29, 2026
Class times: 8:30am-4:30pm
$129 per person, includes light breakfast and box lunch.
Register today! info@macsmobileairclimate.org
Sponsorship Opportunities at MCTI in Kansas!
MACS member companies are encouraged to participate in MACS regional training events.
Limited opportunities are available to participate in the table top displays and to sponsor the MCTI training program.
Contact mhong@macsmobileairclimate.org for more information.