Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
UAPP-0045
Organization:
United Assn. of Journeymen & Apprentices of the Plumbing & Pipefitting Ind.
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
96 Hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 3 Thermodynamics I
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 3 Thermodynamics II
Note: Students must complete the following courses to receive the credit recommendation: Refrigeration, Hydronic Heating and Cooling-Pipefitter, and Air Conditioning.
Description

Objective:

To train the student in the various ways refrigeration is used in the piping industry.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the basic refrigeration cycle that captures and releases heat to make something cooler
  • Describe the difference between centrifugal and absorption systems and the uses for each
  • Troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions in all types of refrigeration applications
  • Layout a basic refrigeration loop with all controls and valves necessary for efficient operation
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Laboratory
  • Lectures
Supplemental Materials