Course Description
The student will analyze and service air conditioning and refrigeration equipment with emphasis on the electrical components used in air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. He or she will be able to describe the operation of electrical components and troubleshoot these components in the system. Basic tools are recommended.
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Determine current, voltage and resistance values
- Use Ohm’s Law
- Troubleshoot and install thermostats and zone controls
- Check circuit amperage
- Evaluate fan motor speeds and motor taps
- Test run and start capacitors
- Troubleshoot high and low voltage circuitry problems
General Education Distribution Area
AAS Technical Elective
Topical Outline
1. Guages
2. Board Drawing
3. RSES desiccants & driers
4. ESCO’s charging, evacuation, re-charging