APR 207E - Apprenticeship / HVAC: Airflow and Systems Controls II

4 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): Registered Apprentice with Rogue Valley HVAC/R JATC.

Course Description: Introduces the primary concepts that lead to building controls systems including thermostats, pneumatic controls and microprocessor based/ Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems. Servicing, troubleshooting and troubleshooting procedures will be included.

Course Level: Career/Tech Apprenticeship

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Explain the characteristics of current A/C Heating Control Systems technology.
CLO#2: Select appropriate control system using blueprints, schematics, building envelop use and human factor. (ILO: Information Literacy)
CLO#3: Design a functional A/C heating control system using thermostats and/or pneumatic controls.
CLO#4: Design a functional DDC system including controllers, communications devices and operational software
CLO#5: Compare and contrast the servicing requirements for thermostats, pneumatic controls and DDC systems.
CLO#6: Demonstrate troubleshooting procedures including tools and measurement equipment used for assessment and repair.