APR 107B - HVAC Air Conditioning and Refrig

4 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

Registered Apprentice with Rogue Valley HVAC/R JATC.

Course Description: Covers the introduction and fundamentals of refrigeration that includes: Refrigerant controls; Domestic refrigerators and freezers; Service and installation of small hermetic systems; Commercial systems; Hazard communication and safe practices.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Demonstrate safe working practices in hazard communication and installation.
CLO#2: Apply OSHA practices in relationship to the specific trades.
CLO#3: Explain the characteristics of refrigerant controls that include components and categories.
CLO#4: Identify and explain the distinguishing characteristics of operation and function within domestic and commercial refrigeration systems. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#5: Install and service small hermetic systems.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Calculator, ruled paper and notebook.

Course Meeting Hours Type: Lecture
Course meeting hours minimum: 40
Course meeting hours standard: 44
Course meeting hours maximum: 48

ACTI Code, Course Type
230 Career / Tech Apprenticeship