IMT 3020 - HVAC/R

Students will:

A. Orientation

1. Learn and understand safety procedures
2. Learn and understand the use of safety equipment

B. Refrigerants

1. Understand basic refrigerants and their use

C. Compressor Construction

1. Understand the function of the compressor in a refrigeration system

D. Condensers

1. Understand the purpose of the condenser in the refrigeration system

E. Evaporators

1. Recognize the differences between high-, medium-, and low-temperature refrigeration

F. Metering Devices Used in Various Applications

1. Understand the three most popular types of expansion devices and their operating characteristics

G. Refrigerant Recovery Techniques

1. Identify recovery tanks by color, DOT codes, date codes, and weight requirements

H. Pressure/Temperature Relations

1. Develop practical skills with pressure temperature charts
2. Understand gauge interpretations regarding all refrigerants

I. Various Types of Systems

1. Understand proper heat transfer

J. Tools and Equipment

1. Identify the tools and equipment needed
2. Demonstrate proper use and care for this equipment

K. Leaks and Repairs

1. Understand how to identify leaks and make proper repairs

L. Introduction to EPA Certification

1. Understand laws and regulations concerning EPA Certification

M. Applications

1. Identify various air conditioning and refrigeration equipment

N. Heating

1. Understand various heating equipment