1. Know basic operation of heating systems
2. Do minor repairs of electrical systems
3. Apply general safety practices in the shop area.
4. Handle refrigerants safely
5. Understand regulations and rules of EPA regarding refrigerants
6. Describe the instruments used in heating, air conditioning and refrigeration
7. Develop good business practices and interactions with customers
8. Basic working knowledge of oil, gas and electric furnaces
9. Apply and understand electrical circuits
10. Understand heat pump controls and circuits

1. Introduction to HVAC
2. Copper, Soldering and brazing:
   a. Covers tools, materials, and safety precautions and depicts step-by-step procedures for soldering and brazing piping.
3. Basic Electricity:
   a. Teaches power generation and distribution, electrical components, DC circuits, AC circuits and electrical safety
4. Introduction to Cooling:
   a. Covers the basic principles of heat transfer, refrigeration, and pressure-temperature relationships, and describes the components and accessories used in air conditioning systems.
5. Introduction to Heating:
   a. Covers heating fundamentals, types and designs of furnaces and their components and basic procedures for installing and servicing furnaces.
6. Air Distribution Systems:
   a. Describes air distribution systems and their components, air flow measurement, ductwork installation principles, and the use of instruments of measuring temperature, humidity, pressure, and velocity.
7. Introduction to Heat Pump units:
   a. Covers the basic principles of heat pump equipment, understanding of thermostats and the components and circuits controlling heat pump units.
8. Refrigerant:
   a. Covers the safety and handling procedures for units that use refrigerants
9. EPA Preparation and Test :
   a. Covers the requirements for the EPA 608 examinations.

110

11

Yes

No

N/A

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technology- Bill Whitman and Johnson, John Tomczyk and Eugene Silberstein

ESCO Institute EPA Certification Exam Preparatory Manual (Wake Tech to Provide)


Students are required to have the tool Kit with them during Labs, if you do not have the tool kit you will not be able to participate in the lab and will be graded accordingly.

Student Tool Kits:
3/8 socket set
Tape Measure
Tubing cutters
Linemen’s pliers
Needle nose pliers
Tongue and groove pliers
Nut drivers 5/16”, ¼”, 11/32”
Phillips screw driver #1,#2,#3
Slotted screw driver 3/16, 5/16, 3/8
Hex key set
12 “adjustable wrench
8 “adjustable wrench
Reversible refrigeration ratchet
Gloves
Wire Crimpers
Wire strippers
Six in one screwdriver
Refrigeration wrench Allen Key tool
R 22/R410/404A Three hose Manifold Gauge set
One Low loss fitting
Safety Glasses
Multimeter that reads Microfarad, Temperature, Voltage, Amperage, and resistance

N/A

1. Attendance 90% or above
2. Participation
3. Successful completion of this course requires 90% attendance and satisfactory class participation (i.e. be able to demonstrate proficiency in all concepts taught). Students with irregular attendance, less than 90% attendance, or who are unable to demonstrate competency will receive a grade of NG (no grade)
4. Students must arrive on time on testing day. Students will not be allowed into the classroom after the test begins. NO makeup testing dates will be offered
5. Students must pass a written and hands-on assessment exam with a score of 70% or higher to demonstrate competency and to receive a certificate of completion.

N/A

Students interested in an entry-level employment as a technician in an HVAC company.

HVAC Technician (Helper or Installer)

Yes

• HVAC Helper