May 05, 2024  
Course/Program Inventory 
    
Course/Program Inventory

IMD 4072 - Green Awareness



Clock Hours: 14

Industry Certifications Mainstream Engineering Green Awareness Technician

Course Description:
A basic understanding of the principals behind energy conservation and how it relates to the HVAC/R industry.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Course Competencies:

  • Performing energy audits and selecting energy-saving equipment and systems.
  • Designing, installing, and servicing HVAC to achieve maximum efficiency, thereby saving energy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by power plants
  • Maintaining indoor air quality, to minimize energy consumption and avoid the use of harsh biocides to remedy problems that can otherwise be resolved with proper system design and maintenance. 
  • Minimizing the release of refrigerants during servicing and repair of HVAC/R systems. 
  • Avoiding the use of hazardous chemicals and preventing their escape into the environment
  • Educating the homeowner about the financial incentives for operating systems efficiently, including saving money while reducing greenhouse gas emissions
  • Marketing green services to your customers.