Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ECRA-0237
Organization's ID:
HV204
Organization:
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
8 weeks (150 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Comfort Cooling Systems
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to cover the concepts and procedures involved in the process of soldering, brazing and troubleshooting of pipes and vents. Students prepare for the EPA 608 exam.

Learning Outcomes:

  • State ways air is conditioned for cooling
  • List the components that make up a vapor compression refrigeration system
  • Describe the function of a compression
  • Describe different types of condensers
  • Identify other tools and equipment
  • Troubleshoot
  • Review for EPA 608 Type II exam
  • Describe the basic vapor-compression refrigeration cycle
  • List different types of compression
  • Describe a metering device
  • Describe different types of evaporator coils
  • Install air conditioning components
  • Detect leaks within the piping system
  • Practice safety
  • Prepare for the EPA 608 certification

General Topics:

  • Refrigeration applied to air conditioning
  • Controls
  • EPA Type II
  • Typical operating condition
  • Troubleshooting
  • Air source heat pumps
  • High-pressure, low pressure, and absorption chilled water systems
  • Cooling towers and pumps
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Laboratory
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials