Course

by submitting completed homework

on a written evaluation

in lab performance

you explore the circuit characteristics of alternating current (AC) circuits

you explore the circuit characteristics of direct current (DC) circuits

you identify basic electric symbols

you identify basic devices

you identify motor types and their applications

you interpret electrical schematic diagrams

you wire current, potential and solid state relay motor starting relay circuits

you calculate ampacity of circuit wire

you determine circuit protection safety disconnects and their application

you interpret the National Electric Code as it affects the heating and air conditioning industry

you perform load analysis

you wire controls and motors

you troubleshoot electrical circuits using Ohms Law

by submitting completed homework

on a written evaluation

in lab performance

homework includes the identification of the various types automatic controls

homework includes an explanation of how each automatic control functions

you distinguish between conductors and insulators

you differentiate between bellows and diaphragm operational controls

you make safe and accurate electrical measurements on control devices

you use different types of fuses and control wiring safely

you troubleshoot basic controls and circuits

you differentiate between low and high voltage controls

you wire space temperature controls

on a written evaluation

in lab performance

you identify various types of electric motors in single and three phase

you explore the application of motors in HVAC/R

you use various methods of motor starting

you troubleshoot motor starters

on a written evaluation

in lab performance

you summarize the different applications of refrigeration equipment

you troubleshoot basic refrigeration problems

you identify specialized refrigeration systems

you install solenoids and space temperature controls in walk-in coolers and freezers

you install water cooled condensers for refrigeration

you repair basic refrigeration problems if necessary

you control chilled water systems used in commercial air conditioning

on a written evaluation

in lab performance

you demonstrate safe working practices for working with fossil fuel heating equipment

you summarize safety features of fossil fuel heating equipment

you operate hydronic and steam heating systems

you differentiate between the different methods of heating

you diagnose "Sick Building Syndrome"

you use various humidification equipment

you determine comfort

on a written evaluation

in lab performance

you determine necessary changes in system balancing

you distinguish between the four factors involved in comfort

you use psychometrics for calculations in HVAC/R

you explain the effect of rapid moving air in refrigeration

you distinguish between package air conditioning equipment

you differentiate between mechanical and electrical troubleshooting problems

you calculate operating pressures for air conditioning equipment without manifold gauge sets

you use meters to troubleshoot complex HVAC/R systems

you repair an HVAC/R system, if necessary

on a written evaluation

in lab performance

you distinguish between the various air distribution systems

you take basic air-pressure measurements using velocity meters

you measure air quantities using bolometer

you differentiate between types of duct system installations

you recognize good air filtration devices for duct systems

you install duct systems

you troubleshoot air distribution and balance systems

you repair air distribution and balance systems, if necessary

on a written evaluation

in lab performance

you explore ways to condition air

you explain year-round air conditioning

you explain how to vary air-flow between hearing and cooling systems

you troubleshoot all-weather systems

you repair all-weather systems, if necessary

on a written evaluation

in lab performance

you identify the basic components of low and high pressure boilers

you examine the operation of the boiler controls

you determine why boiler water treatment is necessary

you determine the regulations that affect the operating environment of a boiler

you identify boiler types and configurations (steam and hydronic)

you repair steam boiler operational components

you repair hydronic boiler operational components

you repair a steam trap