Credits: 3Description This is an introduction course covering the mechanical and electrical functions of a HVAC system and the basic refrigeration cycle. This course will prepare students for the EPA 608 certification.
Student Learning Outcomes
Identify the four main components of a mechanical refrigeration cycle.
Describe recover, recycle and reclaim.
Recognize sensible heat, latent heat and specific heat.
Explain the difference between series and parallel circuits.
Explain Ohm’s law.
Describe the functions of mechanical and electromechanical controls.
Explain the sequence of electrical events in a heat cool electrical circuit.
Prepared for EPA section 608 type 1, type 2 and universal certification.
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: NoneGraded: Letter Grade
