HVAC/R Level 1

Topics:

• Intro to HVAC/R Field
• Intro to HVAC/R Systems and Components
• Intro to Basic Electricity
• Introduction to Thermodynamics
• Basic Refrigeration Cycle
• Scheduled Maintenance
• Systematic Problem Solving
• Basic Installation and Repair Methods
• Energy Efficient Installations
• Customer Service

HVAC/R  Level 2

Topics:

• Refrigeration Cycle Review
• Compressors
• Refrigerants and Lubrication
• Condensers
• Metering Device
• Refrigeration Accessories
• Evaporators
• Evacuation and Charging Procedures
• Heating
• Electrical
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Introduction to motors
• Cooling Equipment
• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Advance Installation Techniques
• Control Systems
• Psychometrics
• Basic Sizing

HVAC/R Level 3

Topics

• Servicing and Troubleshooting Systems
• Testing, Adjusting and Balancing
• Energy Efficient Mechanical Systems
• Fluid Handling Systems
• Applied Electrical Problem Solving
• Applied Refrigeration System Problem Solving
• Troubleshooting with the Psychometric Chart
• Cooling Towers and Evaporative Condensers
• Commercial Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems
• Water Treatment
• Indoor Air Quality

HVAC/R Level 4

Topics:

• Heat Pump Review
• Reversing the Cycle
• The Indoor and Outdoor Coil
• Heat Pump Thermostat
• Heat Pump Components
• Motors
• Compressors
• Specific Defrost
• Electrical Schematics
• ASHP Installation
• Scheduled Maintenance
• Troubleshooting ASHP’s
• System Sizing/Design
• Typical Heat Pump Systems
• Geothermal Heat Pumps
• Water-Source Heat Pumps
• Pumping Configurations and Flow Centers
• Geothermal Installation and Maintenance
• Energy and Efficiency Calculations