By Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Institute (Ari) 4100 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 200 Arlington, Va 22203

COPYRIGHT 1989, 1995 by AIR-CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION INSTITUTE (ARI) 4100 NORTH FAIRFAX DRIVE, SUITE 200 ARLINGTON,
VA 22203
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE PREFACE.........................................................1 OVERVIEW OF THE ARI CURRICULUM GUIDE IN HVACR...................2 HOW TO USE THE ARI CURRICULUM GUIDE.............................3 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS................................................4 ENTRY-LEVEL JOB DESCRIPTIONS....................................6 ARI SUGGESTED LIST OF TOOLS.....................................7 ARI SUGGESTED LIST OF TOOLS ....................................8 ARI SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT LIST....................................9 ARI SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT LIST...................................10 ARI SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT LIST...................................11 I. INTRODUCTION...............................................12 I.A. Introduction to Refrigeration.................... 12 I.B. Introduction to Air-Conditioning.................13 I.C. Introduction to Heating...........................14 II. PRINCIPLES OF THERMODYNAMICS AND HEAT TRANSFER............15 II.A. Matter and Heat Behavior.........................15 II.A. Matter and Heat Behavior........................16 II.B. Fluids and Pressures............................. 17 II.C. Refrigeration Cycle/Diagrams..................... 18 II.C. Refrigeration Cycle/Diagrams..................... 19 II.D. Measurement Systems............................20 III. SAFET....................................................21 III.A. Personal Safety and Work Practices..............21 III.B. Handling of Pressurized Fluids..................22 III.C. Handling Hazardous Substances...................23 III. D. Electrical Safety............................. 24 IV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT.......................................25 IV.A. Hand Tools and Accessories.......................25 IV.A. Hand Tools and Accessories...................... 26 IV.A. Hand Tools and Accessories...................... 27 IV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT........................................28 IV.B. Electrical Testing Devices/Meters................28 IV.C. Refrigeration: Servicing and Testing Equipment. .29 IV.D. Heating: Servicing and Testing Equipment........30 IV.D. Heating: Servicing and Testing Equipment........31 IV.E. Air Flow: Measuring and Testing Equipment.......32 V. PIPING AND PIPING PRACTICES................................33 V.A. Piping Material and Fabrication...................33 V.B. Pipe Sizing and Troubleshooting..................34 V.C. Sheetmetal........................................ 35 VI. ELECTRICITY...............................................36 VI.A. Basic Electricity............................... 36 VI.A. Basic Electricity................................ 37 VI.B. Electrical Generation and Distribution...........38 VI.C. Electrical Components...........................39 VI.D. Electric Motors................................. 40 VI.D. Electric Motors.................................. 41 VI.E. Electrical Circuits and Controls............... 42 VII. CONTROLS.................................................43
VII.A. Gas Valves...................................... 43 VII.A. Gas Valves...................................... 44 VII.B. Fuel Control................................... 45 VII. CONTROLS.................................................46 VII.C. Residential Control Systems - Heating/Cooling. .46 VII.D. Commercial Control Systems..................... 47 VII.E. Heat Pump Controls............................48 VII.F. Direct Digital Controls (DDC)..................49 VII.G. Energy Management Systems (EMS) (Computer Controls)............................................. 50 VIII. SOLID STATE ELECTRONICS.................................51 VIII.A. Solid State Components.........................51 IX. LOAD CALCULATIONS.........................................52 IX.A. Refrigeration Loads............................. 52 IX.B. Psychrometrics.................................. 53 IX.B. Psychrometrics................................... 54 IX.C. Heating Loads.................................... 55 IX.D. Cooling Loads................................... 56 IX.D. Cooling Load.................................... 57 X. REFRIGERANT SYSTEM COMPONENTS..............................58 X.A. Metering Devices.................................. 58 X.B. Evaporators....................................... 59 X.C. Compressors....................................... 60 X.D. Condensers........................................ 61 X.E. Accessories....................................... 62 X.E. Accessories....................................... 63 X.F. Access Valves..................................... 64 XI. AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEMS..................................65 XI.A. Unitary Cooling................................. 65 XI.B. Central Station Systems.........................66 XI.C. Service and Problem Analysis...................67 XI.D. Absorption Refrigeration.........................68 XI.E. Desiccant Cooling and Dehumidification...........69 XI.E. Desiccant Cooling and Dehumidification..........70 XII. HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS........................................71 XII.A. Basic Principles and Components.................71 XII.A. Basic Principles and Components.................72 XII.B. Applications.................................... 73 XIII. HEATING SYSTEMS.........................................74 XIII.A. Forced Warm Air Systems........................74 XIII.B. Hydronic Systems............................... 75 XIII.C. Testing and Balancing Equipment................76 XIII.D. Humidification................................. 77 XIII.E. Unitary Combination Heating and CoolingEquipment ...................................................... 78 XIII.F. Oil Furnaces................................... 79 XIII.G. Electric Furnaces.............................. 80 XIV. COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION.................................81 XIV.A. Single Compressor............................... 81 XIV.A. Single Compressor............................... 82 XIV.A. Single Compressor............................... 83 XIV.A. Single Compressor............................... 84 XIV.B. Multiplexed Evaporator Systems.................85
XIV.B. Multiplexed Evaporator Systems .................86 XIV.C. Refrigerated Storage............................87 XIV.C. Refrigerated Storage............................88 XIV.D. Ice Makers..................................... 89 XIV.D. Ice Makers..................................... 90 XIV.E. Dispensing Freezers...........................91 XIV.F. Packaged Liquid Chillers.......................92 XIV.G. System Applications............................. 93 XIV.G. System Applications.............................. 94 XV. AIR HANDLING..............................................95 XV.A Air Flow Principles/Duct Design..................95 XV.B. Mechanical and Electronic Filtration............96 XV.C. Fans/Blowers..................................... 97 XVI. SYSTEM INSTALLATION AND START-UP.........................98 XVI.A. Heating Start-up, Checkout, and Operation.......98 XVI.B. Heat Pump Start-up, Checkout, and Operation. . . .99 XVI.C. Air-Conditioning Start-up, Checkout, and Operation ..................................................... 100 XVII. SYSTEM SERVICING AND TROUBLESHOOTING...................101 XVII.A Mechanical System Problems.................... 101 XVII.B. Electrical Troubleshooting..................102 XVII.C. Heating: Service and Problem Analysis.......103 XVII.D. Heat Pump: Service and Problem Analysis......104 XVII.E. Air-Conditioning: Service and Problem Analysis ..................................................... 105 XVII.E. Air-Conditioning: Service and Problem Analysis ..................................................... 106 XVII.E. Air-Conditioning: Service and Problem Analysis ..................................................... 107 XVIII. INDOOR AIR QUALITY....................................108 XVIII.A. Requirement and Maintenance of Air Quality. . .108 XIX. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE................................109 XIX.A. Basic Maintenance .............................. 109 XX. REFRIGERANT RECOVERY.....................................110 XX.A. Introduction.................................... 110 XX.B. Safety.......................................... 111 XX.C. Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling, and ReclamationMethods................................... 112 XX.D. Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling and ReclamationEquipment................................. 113 XXI. REFRIGERANT RETROFITS...................................114 XXI.A Alternative Refrigerant Retrofits............... 114 XXII. REFRIGERANTS AND LUBRICANTS............................115 XXII.A. Refrigerants.................................. 115 XXII.A. Refrigerants.................................. 116 XXII.B. Lubricants.................................... 117 XXIII. REGULATIONS...........................................118 XXIII.A. Codes and Standards.........................118 XXIII.B. Regulations Affecting Ozone Depletion........119 XXIII.C. Other Regulations............................120 XXIV. PROFESSIONAL SERVICE...................................121 XXIV.A. Customer Relations/Communication..............121 XXIV.B. Character Education...........................122
BIBLIOGRAPHY..................................................123 RESIDENTIAL AIR-CONDITIONING AND HEATING..............123 BIBLIOGRAPHY..................................................126 LIGHT COMMERCIAL AIR-CONDITIONING AND HEATING .........126 BIBLIOGRAPHY..................................................131 COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION............................... 131
PREFACEPREFACE
The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) developed this Curriculum Guide in collaboration with HVACR instructors, manufacturers' training experts, and other technical professionals and industry representatives. It was created for use in all school programs that educate and train students to become competent, entry-level heating, ventilation, airconditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) technicians. This Guide has been developed for use by schools nationwide that offer programs in HVACR technology. These institutions include vocational/technical schools, trade schools and junior or community colleges. They are privately funded and publicly funded; they offer certificates, diplomas, or degrees. They are adult-ed, evening, apprenticeship, secondary or post-secondary programs. Some run six months; others run two years. They vary from state-to-state, locality to locality. Because of the great diversity among programs, this Guide was designed, first and foremost, to be a flexible document that allows for differences in instructor methodology, lab resources, and length or complexity of program, among other variables. While allowing for this diversity, this Guide does suggest that all content areas and competencies cited be integrated into the school's HVACR curricula to the degree necessary so that the students become competent in those areas for entry-level work in residential and light commercial air-conditioning and heating and commercial refrigeration.
PREFACE
OVERVIEW OF THE ARI CURRICULUM GUIDE IN

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HVACROVERVIEW OF THE ARI CURRICULUM GUIDE IN HVACR

The Curriculum Guide provides instructors with the necessary ingredients for a complete HVACR program. Its purpose is to establish a common language of proficiency standards so that both education and industry have a universal set of standards for HVACR programs to train entry-level technicians for residential or light commercial heating and air-conditioning equipment or commercial refrigeration systems. The competencies and topic areas outlined in this Guide parallel those competencies targeted by the ARI/GAMA Competency Exams. Instructors can use this Guide as another checklist against which preparation for the ARI/GAMA Competency Exams can be measured. The Guide is not a "how-to" for starting an HVACR course of study. It does not offer a prescriptive set of lesson plans nor a step-by-step formula for teaching an HVACR course. It does not give contact hours, credit hours, nor will it declare one length of program better than another. It is designed to facilitate the classroom work of HVACR instructors without replacing individual program needs such as level of program, community needs and training program mission. It is designed to assist in curricular decisions but not to replace the decision-maker. Excellence in classrooms will always depend on the instructor. It is the instructor who selects appropriate instructional objectives in light of his or her students' needs. It is the instructor who organizes instructional materials for effective and efficient learning. And it is the instructor who integrates the latest teaching technologies into his or her classroom. It is in support of such responsible educational professionals and of their students that this Guide has been developed.
OVERVIEW
To The Instructor ....
HOW TO USE THE ARI CURRICULUM GUIDEHOW TO USE THE ARI CURRICULUM GUIDE
This Guide is for you to use in whatever way fits your teaching methods. Use pieces of it at different times or follow the order presented here. The first step is to familiarize yourself with each part of the Guide. ARI Suggested Lists of Tools and Equipment ARI's Curriculum Guide Committee suggest that these lists be used as a guidepost to determine needed tools and equipment. We recognize that your school may not have every piece of equipment or every tool on these lists. However, ideally, this is what an exemplary HVACR program would have. The Curriculum Guide Outline Twenty-four areas of training are listed. All 24 areas of training should be included in your curricula to whatever degree is necessary for your students to demonstrate understanding of each topic. The organization of the Outline is our way of presenting these topics. How they appear in your course is up to you and your school. ARI recommends that all these areas of training be covered. Competency Objective Sheets Each subtopic area has its own list of concrete knowledge and task statements that the student should master after having gone through related classroom training and practice in a laboratory setting. Sheets can be switched or intermingled depending upon the organization of your curricula. Selected References References have been added to the bibliography. It is included here for you to use to supplement your textbooks and other classroom materials.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) gratefully acknowledges the many talented and dedicated people who contributed to the development and revision of this Curriculum Guide. So many people had a hand in reviewing and revising the drafts. This Guide could not have been completed without the invaluable contributions of those who spent considerable time sharing their experience, expertise, and insight. It is to their credit that we have this complete yet compact Guide for instructors to use to evaluate their HVACR courses. ARI recognizes the outstanding contributions of the following HVACR teachers, industry representatives, and curriculum specialists: Dave Anderlik, Carrier Corporation, Syracuse, NY Paul Arthur, McKeesport AVTS, McKeesport, PA John Duncan, NC Curriculum Guide Improvement Project, Fayetteville, NC Bob Farley, Dundalk Community College, Baltimore, MD Gene Goff, Inter-City Products Corp., LaVergne, TN Bill Green, Lapeer Vo-Tech, Attica, MI Herb Haushahn, College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL Everett Lee, RETS Electronic School, Baltimore, MD Curt Neill, Western Iowa Tech. Community College, Sioux City, IA Clyde Perry, Gateway Community College, Phoenix, AZ Dan Scott, Gateway Tech., Inst., Pittsburgh, PA Bill Shaffer, Lennox Industries, Inc., Carrollton, TX John Van Ast, Jr., IA Curriculum Assistant System, Ames, IA Robert Warren, NAPHCC, Falls Church, VA Curriculum Guide Revision Committee: Bennie Barnes, Live Oaks Career Development Cntr., Milford, OH Al Burman, The Refrigeration School, Inc., Phoenix, AZ Mark Deboe, Triangle Tech, Pittsburgh, PA Robert Dohse, Carrier Corporation, Syracuse, NY Jim Hollar, Cropp Metcalfe A/C & Htg. Service, Fairfax, VA Michael Honeycutt, ACCA, Washington, DC Dan Hornsby, Denver Institute of Tech., Denver, CO Richard Jazwin, Universal Technical Institute, Phoenix, AZ Henry Johnson, MSCA, Rockville, MD Douglas Kosar, GRI, Chicago, IL Tony Levata, Nunez Technical Institute, Chalmette, LA Carl Maulbeck, Lincoln Technical Institute, West Orange, NJ Hugh Redmon, Alco Controls, St. Louis, MO Andy Rhinefort, Tarrant County Junior College, Ft. Worth, TX Dick Shaw, Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI John Smoker, Climate Control Institute, Tulsa, OK ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Darius Spence, Northern Virginia Comm. College, Woodbridge, VA William Stompf, National Refrigeration Products, Bensalem, PA George Story, Copeland Corporation, Sidney, OH Dave Sullivan, Moraine Park Technical College, Fond DuLac, WI Kenneth W. Manz, Robinair, Montpelier, OH Robert Walters, Pima Community College, Tucson, AZ John Weaver, NAPHCC, Falls Church, VA Paul Wisdom, Inter-City Products, LaVergne, TN Special thanks also go to ARI staff who provided unlimited technical expertise, review and support: Mohammad Amalfard Karim Amrane John Clukey Ed Dooley Dave Godwin Glenn Hourahan Henry Hwong Don McKay Mark Menzer Bill Prendergast Ted Rees Steve Sanders Steve Santoro Paul Sauberer Phil Squair Steve Szymurski Larry Wethje Mike Woodford A document like this never comes together without very careful attention to formatting, organization, and detail. My appreciation and personal thanks to Katherine Benham, Education Assistant, for her excellent support and assistance in producing this Guide. Leslie Sandler Director of Education Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) Arlington, VA
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
ENTRY-LEVEL JOB DESCRIPTIONSENTRY-LEVEL JOB DESCRIPTIONS

ENTRY-LEVEL RESIDENTIAL AIR-CONDITIONING AND HEATING TECHNICIAN The entry-level technician performs start-up and preventive maintenance, service and repair, and/or installation of residential heating and air-conditioning equipment. Residential equipment has been considered to be five ton systems or smaller. The technician will perform unsupervised or with minor, occasional supervision those tasks involved in installation and start-up and preventive maintenance. Although the degree of supervision varies with the hiring contractor and the individual's abilities, the entry-level technician will be supervised to some extent when servicing or repairing residential equipment. ENTRY-LEVEL LIGHT COMMERCIAL AIR-CONDITIONING AND HEATING TECHNICIAN The entry-level technician performs start-up preventive maintenance, service and repair, and/or installation of light commercial heating and air-conditioning systems. Light commercial equipment is considered here to be six to twenty ton systems. The technician is relatively unsupervised when performing start-up and preventive maintenance and installing equipment. However, he/she is somewhat supervised when servicing and repairing light commercial equipment. ENTRY-LEVEL COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN The entry-level commercial refrigeration technician is one who performs installation and startup, preventive maintenance, and/or service and repair. The technician understands system design principles. He/she can do installation, start-up and preventive maintenance with relatively minor supervision, if any. The entry-level technician is supervised when servicing equipment. Commercial refrigeration equipment includes display cases, walk-in boxes, reach-in boxes, coolers, ice-cream machines, ice machines, air conditioners, etc.
ARI SUGGESTED LIST OF TOOLSARI SUGGESTED LIST OF TOOLS

Acetylene B-tank Acetylene Regulator-Hose & Tips (Turbo) Bar Holder Bench/Wood Top with Vise C Clamps Conduit Pipe Bender - Thin Wall Divider Set Drills 3/8", 1/2 Elect. Folding Ruler - 6ft. Gear Puller Set 110V Bench Grinder Hand Formers 220V Kit Quick Start 110V Kit Quick Start Leak Detector 20 Gauge Capacity Lockformer Wooden Mallet 3ft. Width 16 Gauge Pan Brake Pop Rivet Gun Reamers Service Valve Kit Shear Tin Snips - Right/Left/Straight Pipe /12" Compound Soldering Gun Squares - Combination Tap and Die Set Tape Measure Pipe Threading Dies Pipe Vise Three Foot Metal Rule Universal Appliance Truck Vacuum Cleaner Portable Spot Welder Oxy-Acetylene Welding Unit Wheel Puller set Pipe Wrench Set Torque Wrench Chisels Set Combination Wrench Set Diagonal Cutters
ARI SUGGESTED LIST OF TOOLS ARI SUGGESTED LIST OF TOOLS (cont'd)
File Set Flare/Swage Set Nitrogen Tank & Recyling Regulator and Relief Valve First Aid Kit Dial Indicator Schrader Valve Core Removal Tool Low Loss Fittings Industrial Flashlight Fuse Pullers Hack Saw Ballpeen Hammer Hand Tool Set - Refrigeration Nut Driver Set Pinch Off Tool Pliers (Slip Joint/Needle Nose/Linesman Locking) Rivet Set Scratch Awl Screwdriver Set (Straight & Philips) Sockets & Ratchet Set - 1/2" & 3/8 Drive, 1/4" Drive Torch Tip - Propane Tubing Bender Set Tubing Cutter Kit Tubing/Wrench Set Wire Strippers Allen Wrenches Wire End Crimpers Safety Glasses Gloves Fire Extinguisher
ARI SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT LISTARI SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT LIST

A/C EQUIPMENT: A/C Split A/C Window Commercial Package Heating* Elec. Condensing Unit with Economizer Condensate Pump Electronic Air Cleaner* Dehumidifier* Humidifier Reciprocating Chiller Air-to-Air Heat Pump* Water-to-Air Heat Pump* Cooling Tower-Water Pump Evaporative Cooler Absorption Unit HEATING EQUIPMENT: Boiler Hydronic System Water/Steam Forced Air Gas Furnace Forced Air Oil Furnace Forced Air Electric Furnace Forced Air Condensing Gas Furnace Forced Air Condensing Oil Furnace Unit Heater COMMERICAL REFRIGERATION: Walk-in-Cooler Reach-in-Cooler Ice Maker Drinking Fountain Condensing Unit - Med/Low Temperature Domestic Refrigerator Evaporating Coil Med-Temperature & Freezer Dual Compressor Rack Evaporative Condensers Supermarket Display Cases Assoc. Electrical & Refrigeration Components Air-Cooled & Water-Cooled Condensing Unit * Dual purpose - for both heating and cooling instruction
ARI SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT LISTARI SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT LIST (cont'd)

ELECTRICAL TEST EQUIPMENT: Clamp-on Ammeter Hermetic Analyzer Capacitor Analyzer VOM (Multimeter) Megohmmeter Millivolt Meter Microamp Meter Wattmeter Recording Ammeter Recording Voltmeter REFRIGERATION SERVICING & TESTING EQUIPMENT: Charging Cylinder Electronic Thermometer Electronic Charging Scale Micron Vacuum Gauge Electronic Leak Detector Manifold Gauge Set Bimetal and Glass Stem Thermometers Temperature Recorder Acid Test Kit Psychrometer (dry and wet bulb) Vacuum Pump Refrigerant Identifier Recovery/Recycling Equipment Storage Tank Refractometer Hand Oil Pump HEATING-SERVICING & TESTING EQUIPMENT: Combustion Test Kit U-tube Manometer* Carbon Monoxide Tester Vacuum Gauge Oil Pressure Gauge * Dual purpose - for both heating and cooling instruction
ARI SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT LISTARI SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT LIST (cont'd)
AIR FLOW-MEASURING & TESTING EQUIPMENT: Magnehelic* Velometer* Pitot Tube Flow Hood Inclined Manometer Tachometer Hot Wire Anemometer Vane-Type Anemometer Indoor Air Quality Instruments
* Dual purpose - for both heating and cooling instruction
I. INTRODUCTIONI. INTRODUCTION
SUBTOPIC TITLE: I.A. Introduction to Refrigeration I.A. Introduction to Refrigeration
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Explain the history of air-conditioning and refrigeration. Define air-conditioning and refrigeration. Explain the differences between air-conditioning and refrigeration. Determine career opportunities in the HVACR industry. Describe the role of Trade Associations.
I. INTRODUCTION
SUBTOPIC TITLE: I.B. Introduction to Air-Conditioning I.B. Introduction to AirConditioning COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. Understand the historical development of air-conditioning. Define "air-conditioning" and relate to human comfort conditions. Discuss the differences between air-conditioning and heating. Discuss the various systems of air-conditioning: a. b. c. d. 5. mechanical compression cycle evaporative cooling desiccant dehumidification absorption cycle
Explain why ventilation is often inadequate.
I. INTRODUCTION
SUBTOPIC TITLE: I.C. Introduction to HeatingI.C. Introduction to
Heating COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. Understand the historical development of heating. Define "heating." Discuss the differences between air-conditioning and heating. Explain the various heating systems: a. b. c. d. e. f. gas oil heat pump electric resistance hydronics solar
II. PRINCIPLES OF THERMODYNAMICS AND HEAT TRANSFER II. PRINCIPLES OF THERMODYNAMICS AND HEAT TRANSFER
SUBTOPIC TITLE: II.A. Matter and Heat BehaviorII.A. Matter and Heat Behavior COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. Define matter and heat. Explain the direction and rate of heat flow. Describe the three methods of heat transfer. Identify the reference points of temperature: a. b. c. d. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. boiling point freezing point critical temperature absolute zero
Explain the difference between heat and temperature. Explain the difference between latent and sensible heat. Explain the change of state of matter. Explain heat/cool storage. Define specific heat. Define sensible heat. Define latent heat of fusion.
II. PRINCIPLES OF THERMODYNAMICS AND HEAT TRANSFER

SUBTOPIC TITLE: II.A. Matter and Heat Behavior II.A. Matter and Heat Behavior (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Define latent heat of vaporization. Define enthalpy. Define saturation temperature (dew point temperature). Define water vapor pressure. Explain the direction and rate of moisture transfer.
TASK: 1. Calculate total heat (in BTU's) a pound of any substance contains.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: II.B. Fluids and PressuresII.B. Fluids and Pressures COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Explain the relationship of pressures and fluids at saturation temperatures. Identify the relationship between temperature and pressure using the P/T Chart. Define pressure. Explain atmospheric pressure. Explain compound gauges. Explain bourdon tubes. Explain barometric pressure. Explain absolute pressure. Explain gauge pressure. Explain inches of mercury absolute. Explain micron.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. Calculate absolute and gauge pressures. Measure absolute and gauge pressures. Relate temperature and pressure using the P/T Chart. Measure a vacuum using a micron gauge.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: II.C. Refrigeration Cycle/DiagramsII.C. Refrigeration Cycle/Diagrams COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. Identify the four major components of the vapor compression refrigeration system. Describe the state and conditions of the refrigerant during a cycle. Explain the effects of: a. b. c. 4. 5. 6. superheating the suction gases increasing the condensing pressure subcooling the liquid
Explain the importance of superheat and subcooling. Define refrigeration. Explain the functions of the four major components of a refrigeration system: a. b. c. d. compressor condenser metering device evaporator
7. 8.
List the components which separate the high side from the low side of the system. Describe the Temperature/Enthalpy (T-H) Diagram.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: II.C. Refrigeration Cycle/DiagramsII.C. Refrigeration Cycle/Diagrams (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. Draw a refrigeration cycle on a pressure-enthalpy chart: a. b. c. d. e. 2. diagram a simple refrigeration cycle state the unit of measurement for heat (BTU/h) define enthalpy and entropy show arrows for direction of cycle flow place accumulator, receiver and oil separator correctly on refrigeration cycle drawing Draw a simple refrigerant cycle diagram and label each of the basic components as well as the refrigerant lines. Place arrows on the diagram to show the direction of refrigerant flow. Calculate problems using Temperature/Enthalpy (T-H) Diagram. Calculate problems using Pressure/Enthalpy (P-H) Diagram. Label the line which represents each of the four basic components on a Pressure/Enthalpy (P-H) Diagram.
3. 4. 5.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: II.D. Measurement Systems II.D. Measurement
Systems
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. Explain units of heat, power, velocity, mass and length. Identify U.S. and S.I. units.
TASKS: 1. Convert from U.S. to metric units for the following: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k. l. m. n. 2. 3. Length Area Volume Mass Force Velocity Density Pressure Temperature Energy Power Specific Heat Volume Flow Rate Capacity
Convert pounds to ounces. Convert cooling capacity from tons of refrigeration to kW and Btu/h to kW.
III. SAFETIII. SAFETY

SUBTOPIC TITLE: III.A. Personal Safety and Work PracticesIII.A. Personal Safety and Work Practices COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Explain clothing and safety equipment. Review OSHA standards. Explain the effects of substance abuse on safety. Review safe driving practices. Identify, handle, use, and dispose of hardware material.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. Wear appropriate clothing. Use safety equipment (e.g., footwear, hearing protection, hardhat, goggles, gloves). Demonstrate good housekeeping practices in the lab. Demonstrate proper ladder safety: a. b. c. d. 5. 6. 7. 8. wooden aluminum fiberglass scaffolding
Demonstrate proper lifting procedures. Pass safe driving course. Use appropriate fire extinguishers. Conduct routine safety inspections.
III. SAFETY
SUBTOPIC TITLE: III.B. Handling of Pressurized FluidsIII.B. Handling of Pressurized Fluids COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. List safety requirements. Explain application of pressure relief devices. Explain proper storage and handling of refrigerants. Explain effect of temperature and hydraulic expansion. Explain proper storage and handling of oxygen, nitrogen and acetylene bottles. Explain the effects of mixing oxygen and oil. Follow procedures specified on the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). Store and dispose of hazardous material according to EPA specifications. Explain ASHRAE Refrigerant Safety Classification of Refrigerants for Toxicity and Flammability.
TASKS: 1. 2. Properly fill and label a refrigerant cylinder. Determine if a refrigerant cylinder needs retesting.
III. SAFETY
SUBTOPIC TITLE: III.C. Handling Hazardous SubstancesIII.C. Handling Hazardous Substances COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. Explain use of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Define difference between hazardous materials, substances and wastes. Explain use of hazardous material manifest.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. Locate MSDS and identify particular effect. Demonstrate use of proper clothing and equipment. Demonstrate basic first aid procedures.
III. SAFETY
SUBTOPIC TITLE: III. D. Electrical Safety III. D. Electrical Safety COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. TASKS: 1. 2. "Fault" a ground fault interrupter. Demonstrate the use of lockout/tagout equipment. Explain importance of ground fault circuit interrupters. Explain the use of power tools and accessories. Discuss work habits. Explain environmental safety practices. Explain proper procedures when working with hands on live equipment.
IV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTIV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

SUBTOPIC TITLE: IV.A. Hand Tools and AccessoriesIV.A. Hand Tools and Accessories COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Identify basic tools: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k. l. m. n. o. p. q. r. s. t. u. v. w. x. adjustable wrenches Allen (hex) wrenches crimpers diagonal cutting pliers (dikes) flare nut wrenches general-use pliers hack saw hand saw lineman pliers (sidecutters) nutdrivers open & box end wrenches pipe wrenches pulley & gear pullers punches scratch awl sheet metal snips socket wrenches torque wrenches various hammers various screwdrivers wire strippers tape measure solder gun Schrader valve
IV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

SUBTOPIC TITLE: IV.A. Hand Tools and Accessories IV.A. Hand Tools and Accessories (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 2. Identify power tools: a. b. c. d. e. 3. general-purpose drills hammer drill power screwdriver reciprocating saws screwgun
Identify fasteners: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. bolts conduit, pipe & cable clamps masonry anchors nails screws various electrical connectors pop rivets
4.
Identify pipe and tubing tools: a. b. c. d. e. f. benders flaring tools pipe cutters, reamers and threaders pipe vises swaging tools tubing cutters and reamers
5.
Describe lubrication methods using different types of circuits: a. b. c. grease guns oilers sprays

SUBTOPIC TITLE: IV.A. Hand Tools and Accessories IV.A. Hand Tools and Accessories (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. 2. 3. Show the proper use of a pipe cutter. Show the proper use of a threader. Demonstrate how to make a flared tubing joint.
IV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTIV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

SUBTOPIC TITLE: IV.B. Electrical Testing Devices/MetersIV.B. Electrical Testing Devices/Meters COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. Define amps, volts, ohms and watts. Demonstrate understanding of the basic types of electrical measurement.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Measure voltage with digital and analog voltmeters. Measure AC current with a clamp-on ammeter. Measure resistance with an ohmmeter. Check winding insulation with megohmmeter. Check voltage with a voltage tester. Use a continuity tester to determine whether an open circuit or dead short exists. Use a capacitance meter to measure capacitance of run and start capacitors. Calculate capacitance. Wire and measure resistance of different types of circuits: a. b. c. d. series parallel unequal series - parallel

SUBTOPIC TITLE: IV.C. Refrigeration: Servicing and Testing EquipmentIV.C. Refrigeration Servicing and Testing Equipment COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Measure pressures with the refrigeration gauge manifold. Evacuate systems with a two-stage vacuum pump. Measure vacuums with a thermistor vacuum gauge. Measure temperatures with electronic thermometers. Measure temperatures with bimetal, thermocouple or glass stem thermometer. Charge a system with a charging cylinder. Charge a system with an electronic charging scale. Check for leaks with electronic leak detector and halide torch. Use nitrogen with trace of R-22 for leak detection. Compare readings to manufacturers' specifications. Determine refrigerant amount and type. Charge a system to manufacturers' specifications.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: IV.D. Heating: Servicing and Testing EquipmentIV.D. Heating Servicing and Testing Equipment COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. Measure chimney draft with a gauge: a. b. 2. Measure draft over fire Measure draft at the chimney breaching
Perform an efficiency test on an oil-gas burner: a. b. c. d. e. smoke test CO2 test O2 test check draft check stack temperature
3.
Determine effectiveness of an oil pump using: a. b. vacuum gauge pressure gauge
4.
Determine relative humidity using a sling psychrometer: a. Find the relative humidity and dew point using psychrometric chart
5.
Measure gas pressure with the following equipment: a. b. U-tube manometer pressure gauge
6.
Calculate proper size of chimney for both 80 and 90+ furnaces.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: IV.D. Heating: Servicing and Testing EquipmentIV.D. Heating Servicing and Testing Equipment (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 7. 8. Determine what to do with an "orphaned" water heater. Check wall thermostat and anticipator: a. b. 9. 10. 11. 12. cooling system (fan on-automatic) heating system (fan on-automatic)
Check electronic pilot system. Check and adjust blower system. Check and adjust fan control. Check limit and safety controls.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: IV.E. Air Flow: Measuring and Testing EquipmentIV.E. Air Flow Measuring and Testing Equipment
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. Determine air velocity within a duct via: a. b. c. d. 2. pitot tube inclined manometer electronic velometer U-tube manometer
Determine air velocity at grilles and diffusers via: a. b. c. d. e. deflecting vane anemometer velometer hot wire anemometer pitot tube rotating vane anemometer
3. 4. 5. 6.
Measure pressure drop with a magnahelic gauge. Determine Cubic Feet Per Minute (CFM). Use manufacturers' airflow data sheet. Solve problems using friction loss chart.
V. PIPING AND PIPING PRACTICESV. PIPING AND PIPING PRACTICES

SUBTOPIC TITLE: V.A. Piping Material and FabricationV.A. Piping Material and Fabrication
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Identify types of pipe and tubing used in refrigeration work. Identify various types of fittings. Describe methods of insulating pipe and tubing. Identify soldering and brazing alloys used in HVACR. Explain applications of soldering and brazing alloys. Describe heat sink methods. Describe heat exchange techniques. Describe the applications and installation of vibration eliminators. Identify types of torches.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Flare copper tubing. Swage copper tubing. Bend copper tubing. Solder and braze copper tubing. Cut and thread steel/iron pipe. Solder aluminum tubing.
V. PIPING AND PIPING PRACTICES

SUBTOPIC TITLE: V.B. Pipe Sizing and Troubleshooting V.B. Pipe
Sizing and Troubleshooting COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Explain capacities of refrigerant lines. Explain effects of refrigerant velocity in lines. Explain equivalent lengths of piping for fittings. Explain use of traps in vapor risers. Explain the effects of pressure drop in the refrigeration system. Explain gas piping.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Calculate total effective length of pipe runs. Calculate amount of refrigerant in lines. Size piping using manufacturers' installation instructions. Calculate pressure drop in liquid line risers. Size liquid and vapor lines. Calculate gas piping sizes to multiple units, fed from a single meter.
V. PIPING AND PIPING PRACTICES

SUBTOPIC TITLE: V.C. SheetmetalV.C. Sheetmetal
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. Explain use of bending tools. Explain use of cutting tools. Explain the types of ductwork and fittings.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. Demonstrate use of tin snips left, right and straight. Identify the different pressures of ductwork. Identify the different types of connections.
VI. ELECTRICITYVI. ELECTRICITY

SUBTOPIC TITLE: VI.A. Basic Electricity VI.A. Basic Electricity COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Define watts, ohms, volts, and amps. Define and compare single- and three-phase voltage and current. Identify types of electrical loads (i.e., capacitive, inductive and resistive). Analyze applications of magnetism in electricity. Apply magnetic principles to electrical theory. Compare conducting and insulating materials. Identify principles of solid-state switching devices.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Demonstrate proper use of ammeter, ohmmeter, voltmeter and wattmeter. Use Ohms Law to solve circuit problems and calculate circuit loads. Use appropriate meters to check basic electrical components. Determine the electrical characteristics of both series and parallel circuits. Demonstrate algebra/math skills.
VI. ELECTRICITY
SUBTOPIC TITLE: VI.A. Basic ElectricityVI.A. Basic Electricity
(cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 6. 7. 8. Determine the equivalent resistance in a parallel and series circuit. Determine the equivalent capacitance in a parallel and series circuit. Construct and analyze: a. b. c. series circuit parallel circuit series-parallel circuit
VI. ELECTRICITY
SUBTOPIC TITLE: VI.B. Electrical Generation and DistributionVI.B.
Electrical Generation and Distribution COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. Explain basic generator principle. Explain how electricity is produced and distributed. Define Wye (Y) and Delta (
distribution systems. )
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Draw and identify power transformer types. Use electrical meters appropriately to test and identify voltages in both single- and three-phase systems. Size/test fuses/breakers and safely replace them. Use National Electrical Code (NEC) tables (i.e., NEC 310-16) to check wire size and conduit size for connected equipment. Determine correct wire size and voltage drops for electrical circuits. Determine whether existing load centers are adequate to supply desired load additions.
VI. ELECTRICITY
SUBTOPIC TITLE: VI.C. Electrical Components VI.C. Electrical
Components COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. Define magnetic theory. Define and explain the use or function of: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k. l. m. n. o. p. q. r. s. t. u. v. TASK: 1. Demonstrate proper use of test equipment for testing the above items. Aquastats Capacitors Contactor/Starters Crankcase Heaters Current relays Damper Actuators Defrost Timers Fan/Limit Controls Oil pressure safety Overloads Positive Temperature Co-efficient (PTC) Potentiometers Pressure Controls Relays Rheostats Sail Switches Sequencers Solenoids Solid state time delays Thermostats Water Valves Zone Valves
VI. ELECTRICITY
SUBTOPIC TITLE: VI.D. Electric Motors VI.D. Electric Motors
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. Explain electric motor theory (i.e., magnetism, electromotive force, etc.). Explain operation and application of: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. 3. 4. Capacitor start induction run motor (CSIR) Capacitor start capacitor run motor (CSCR) Electronically controlled motor (ECM) Modulating motor (economizers) Multi-speed motor Permanent split capacitor (PSC) Shaded pole Split-phase motor (RSIR) Three-phase motor Variable-speed motor Describe starting components associated with single-phase and three-phase motors. Explain the significance of power factor.
TASKS: 1. 2. Demonstrate proper use of testing equipment for motors. Determine physical conditions of motor bearings and rotors.
VI. ELECTRICITY
SUBTOPIC TITLE: VI.D. Electric MotorsVI.D. Electric Motors (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 3. 4. 5. 6. Build a basic motor-using a piece of wood, copper wire, and a coat hanger. Draw and explain the starting and run circuit for a single-phase CSIR compressor using a current type starting relay. Draw and explain the starting and run circuit for a single-phase CSCR compressor using a potential (metage) starting relay. Draw and explain the circuit for a PSC compressor.
VI. ELECTRICITY
SUBTOPIC TITLE: VI.E. Electrical Circuits and Controls VI.E.
Electrical Circuits and Controls COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Interpret detailed instructions for wiring circuits.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Draw electrical circuits that conform to standard industry logic and symbols using appropriate loads and controls. Wire actual electrical circuits from wiring diagrams. Demonstrate use and understanding of basic electrical meters in actual wiring and testing of circuits. Identify and draw all electrical symbols used by the HVACR industry in diagrams. Size an electric motor circuit, single and multiple, including overcurrent protection in accordance with National Electrical Code (NEC).
VII. CONTROLSVII. CONTROLS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: VII.A. Gas ValvesVII.A. Gas Valves
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Identify types of gas valves: a. b. c. d. e. 2. 3. 4. low voltage line voltage redundant two-stage modulating
Explain the operation of solenoid valves used to control gas flow. Describe function and application of regulators. Describe the methods of pilot/burner ignition: a. b. c. d. e. Standing pilot thermocouple Glow coil pilot ignition Intermittent spark pilot ignition Direct spark burner ignition Hot surface burner ignition
5.
Describe methods of fan control for the three categories of gas furnaces: a. b. c. Low-efficiency - 60-70% efficient Mid-efficiency - 78-80% efficient High-efficiency - 90%+ efficient
VII. CONTROLS
SUBTOPIC TITLE: VII.A. Gas ValvesVII.A. Gas Valves (cont'd)
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 6. 7. Describe the sequence of operation for 78-80% efficient gas furnaces. Identify the components used in all types of gas furnaces: a. b. c. 8. Low-efficiency - 60-70% efficient Mid-efficiency - 78-80% efficient High-efficiency - 90%+ efficient
Explain the operation of a redundant gas valve.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Check gas valve operation. Check flame sensing current of flame sensing device. Check and adjust inlet and outlet pressure of a gas valve. Perform conversion on gas valve from natural gas to liquified petroleum (LP) or reverse. Check the operation of an induced draft blower by blocking flue outlet.
VII. CONTROLS
SUBTOPIC TITLE: VII.B. Fuel ControlVII.B. Fuel Controls
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. Explain the operation of ignition and pilot proving devices. Explain operation of an oil delay valve.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. Test and change a thermocouple flame sensor. Test spark ignition modules. Perform safety lockout procedures for burners. Measure resistance of cad cell.
VII. CONTROLSVII. CONTROLS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: VII.C. Residential Control Systems Heating/CoolingVII.C. Heating/Cooling Residential Control Systems -
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. Identify residential heating and cooling thermostats. Identify controls for heating and cooling. Explain heat and cooling anticipators.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Install and test a fan/limit control to identify set point of control. Wire a complete heating system - line and low voltage. Wire a humidistat into electrical circuit. Wire an electronic air cleaner into an electrical circuit. Program a programmable thermostat for heating, cooling and heat pump operation including set-up and set back. Set heat anticipator on system thermostat. Install residential heating and cooling thermostats.
VII. CONTROLS
SUBTOPIC TITLE: VII.D. Commercial Control Systems VII.D.
Commercial Control Systems COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Identify types of control systems: a. b. c. d. e. 2. 3. electromechanical pneumatic electronic programmable building management
Identify control system components. Describe electrical/mechanical sequences of operation of control systems.
TASKS: 1. 2. Draw a schematic diagram using all components necessary to safely operate an air conditioner, heat pump, furnace or chiller system. Wire the control circuit of an air-conditioning heating or chiller system.
VII. CONTROLS
SUBTOPIC TITLE: VII.E. Heat Pump Controls VII.E. Heat Pump
Controls
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Explain the operation and function of a reversing valve. Identify the main types of defrost controls. Identify and explain the operation of each type of defrost control. Identify and explain the operation of flow and safety control for geothermal system. Describe the purpose and function of outdoor thermostats. Describe the sequence and purpose of emergency heat controls. Identify and explain the operation of check valves in heat pumps. Describe the sequence between first stage and second stage heating thermostat. Describe the auxiliary heat controls.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. Select and install appropriate system thermostat. Wire the control circuit of a heat pump system. Install or replace a heat sequencing relay. Perform tests on reversing valve to determine if mechanical or electrical failure.
VII. CONTROLS
SUBTOPIC TITLE: VII.F. Direct Digital Controls (DDC)VII.F. Direct Digital Controls (DDC) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Explain the history of DDC systems. Discuss the definition of DDC systems. Explain wiring methods. Explain peripheral devices. Explain input and output. Explain central processors. Explain the difference between DDC and Energy Management Systems (EMS). Discuss remote communications, monitoring and alarming. Describe a programmable thermostat. Describe several applications for electronic controls. Describe why electronic controls are more applicable to some situations than are electromechanical controls.
TASKS: 1. 2. Troubleshoot a basic electronic control circuit board. Program different types of thermostats.
VII. CONTROLS
SUBTOPIC TITLE: VII.G. Energy Management Systems (EMS) (Computer
Controls)VII.G. Energy Management Systems (EMS) (Computer Controls) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Explain the definition of EMS. Explain the difference between EMS and Direct Digital Controls (DDC). Discuss the uses for EMS. Discuss utility rebates regarding EMS. Explain wiring methods. Explain peripheral devices. Explain input and output. Discuss remote communications, monitoring and alarming. Discuss energy accounting. List the principal parts of a programmable controller.
TASKS: 1. 2. Draw basic diagrams of how input and output modules function. Enter a program into a programmable controller.
VIII. SOLID STATE ELECTRONICSVIII. SOLID STATE ELECTRONICS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: VIII.A. Solid State ComponentsVIII.A. Solid
State Components
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Explain the function and/or application in HVACR circuits and controls of: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k. l. m. n. o. p. q. 2. Amplifiers Bilateral switches Capacitors Diodes Direct Digital Control/System (DDC/DDS) Effects of heat and moisture Photoelectric Cell Rectifiers Resistors Semiconductors Shielded wiring Sensors Silicon Controlled Rectifiers (SCR) Thermistors Transducers Transistors Triacs
Explain the role computers are now playing in the HVACR industry.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. Measure resistive value of various sensors. Measure operability of various boards. Test electronic air cleaners.
IX. LOAD CALCULATIONSIX. LOAD CALCULATIONS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: IX.A. Loads Refrigeration LoadsIX.A. Refrigeration
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Define "U" value: (Btu/hr 2 ft F). Define "K" value: (Btu/hr 2 ft F). Define "C" value: (Btu/hr 2 ft F). Define "R" value: (hr 2 ft F/Btu). Interpret heat transfer tables ("U," "K," "C," "R"). Explain the heat load sources: a. b. c. d. e. 7. 8. conduction infiltration (sensible and latent) product miscellaneous loads (people, motors, equipment, sensible and latent) radiation
Explain the purpose of vapor barriers. Interpret tables of specific heat values, latent heat, and heat of respiration.
TASK: 1. Calculate total heating transfer value of any surface (R) - (U).
IX. LOAD CALCULATIONS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: IX.B. Psychrometrics IX.B. Psychrometrics
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Identify the following on a psychrometric chart: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. 2. dry bulb line (DB) wet bulb line (WB) relative humidity (RH) dew point (DP) enthalpy (h) specific humidity (grains of moisture) or (lbw/lbda) apparatus dew point
Explain: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. g. specific humidity apparatus dew point contact factor relative humidity dry bulb wet bulb dew point enthalpy specific volume
TASKS: 1. Calculate: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. refrigeration sensible heat ratio latent heat ratio contact factor latent heat sensible heat total heat water removal mixed air condition

SUBTOPIC TITLE: IX.B. PsychrometricsIX.B. Psychrometrics
(cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 2. On a psychrometric chart, plot the following: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k. sensible heating sensible cooling heating and humidifying heating and dehumidifying cooling and humidifying cooling and dehumidifying humidifying dehumidifying cooling cycle mixed air process cooling and reheat

SUBTOPIC TITLE: IX.C. Heating LoadsIX.C. Heating Loads
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. Interpret structure design data. Interpret building prints - size of rooms, etc.
TASKS: 1. 2. Determine total resistance to heat flow ("R"), ("U"). Calculate conduction loss: a. b. c. d. e. f. 3. walls roofs floors windows basement (walls, floor) unconditioned space
Calculate infiltration: a. b. doors windows
4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Calculate ventilation load. Calculate duct loss. Calculate effects of bath and kitchen exhaust. Calculate effects of power roof ventilators. Calculate total heating load.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: IX.D. Cooling Loads IX.D. Cooling Loads
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Interpret structure design data.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. Calculate "U" values for building material. Calculate Cooling Load Temperature Difference (CLTD). Make corrections for CLTD. Calculate conduction loads: a. b. c. d. e. f. 5. 6. 7. walls roofs windows doors unconditioned space floors
Calculate lighting load. Calculate equipment load. Calculate infiltration and ventilation load: a. b. heat load moisture loads
8.
Calculate duct gain.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: IX.D. Cooling Load IX.D. Cooling Load (cont'd)
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: TASKS: 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Calculate refrigeration sensible heat ratio. Calculate storage factor. Calculate effects of bath and kitchen exhaust. Calculate effects of power roof ventilators. Calculate total cooling load: a. b. sensible loads latent loads
X. REFRIGERANT SYSTEM COMPONENTSX. REFRIGERANT SYSTEM COMPONENTS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: X.A. Metering DevicesX.A. Metering Devices
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Define types of metering devices: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. 2. 3. 4. 5. capillary tubes thermal expansion valve automatic expansion valve low side float high side float hand expansion valve restrictor orifices electronic expansion valve solid state expansion valve Evaluate system performance when using different types of flow control devices. Explain how to size expansion valves. Explain how to size a thermal expansion valve. Explain how to size an automatic expansion valve.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. Adjust and size metering devices when and where appropriate. Check and adjust superheat and/or subcooling to manufacturers' specifications. Install capillary tube.
X. REFRIGERANT SYSTEM COMPONENTS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: X.B. EvaporatorsX.B. Evaporators
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Identify types of evaporators: a. b. c. d. e. 2. bare-tube finned internal external plate unit coolers chillers
Determine the Mean Effective Temperature Difference (METD).
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. Adjust for proper coil air flow. Check coil performance. Select and size evaporator based on compressor capacities.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: X.C. CompressorsX.C. Compressors
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Identify types of compressors: a. b. c. 2. hermetic semi-hermetic open type
Identify methods of compression: a. b. c. d. e. centrifugal rotary screw scroll reciprocating
3. 4.
Explain the methods of compression. Explain methods of capacity control: a. b. c. d. cylinder unloading multiple compressors hot gas bypass variable speed compressors
TASKS: 1. 2. Select the compressor based on cooling load. Determine the system balance based on the selected components.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: X.D. CondensersX.D. Condensers
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Define the types of condensers: a. b. c. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. air-cooled water-cooled evaporative-cooled
Determine proper air and water flow. Describe maintenance of a condenser and a cooling tower. Explain the operation and performance of a condenser. Explain the terms "range" and "approach" related to cooling towers. Explain purpose of heat reclaim.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. Adjust the air flow for proper temperature difference. Adjust water flow for proper gallons per minute (GPM) and temperature difference. Size a cooling tower. Select and size an air-cooled condenser.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: X.E. AccessoriesX.E. Accessories
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Identify the proper location of all accessories: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h i. j. k. l. m. n. o. p. q. r. s. t. u. v. 2. 3. accumulators crankcase heaters crankcase pressure regulating valves defrost timers driers/filters evaporator pressure regulating valves head pressure controls heat exchangers hot gas bypass low pressure controls low ambient controls mufflers oil separators receivers solenoid valves suction filters unloaders vibration eliminators check valves water regulating valve liquid sight valve-refrigerant and oil relief valve
Determine appropriate accessories for systems application. Explain the operation of the above listed accessories (Item #1).

SUBTOPIC TITLE: X.E. AccessoriesX.E. Accessories (cont'd)
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. 2. Replace a drier/filter. Adjust a crankcase pressure regulating valve.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: X.F. Access ValvesX.F. Access Valves
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Identify front and back seat valves in the: a. b. c. d. e. TASKS: 1. Identify Schrader Type OEM and field installed in the: a. b. c. d. Installation and use of clamp on valves. Installation and use of solder (in) or (on) stem valves. Use of A/C front seating/Schrader OEM service valves. Use of quick disconnects with Schrader-Based Valves. Operation and use of the suction and discharge service valves that service the compressor. Application and operation of the king valve at the outlet of the receiver. Application and operation of the queen valve where present, near the receiver. Small system high side and low side service ports. Front seating and Schrader valves, OEM and field installed.
XI. AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEMSXI. AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEMS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XI.A. Unitary Cooling XI.A. Unitary Cooling
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Describe the sequence of the basic refrigeration cycle and operation of the various types of air-conditioning systems.
TASK: 1. Use and read various tools and instrumentation needed for checking, testing, and operating air-conditioning systems.
XI. AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEMS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XI.B. Central Station SystemsXI.B. Central
Station Systems COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. a. b. c. d. e. 2. 3. Explain the basic function of the following components of central station systems: air distribution systems expansion tanks heat recovery systems water chiller water cooling tower
Explain the operation of a central station system. Understand the requirements for system control: a. b. c. electronic DDC pneumatic building systems
TASK: 1. Draw a piping diagram of a chilled water system: a. b. Two-way control valves Three-way control valves

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XI.C. Service and Problem Analysis XI.C. Service
and Problem Analysis COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. Explain the causes of electrical problems. Explain the causes of mechanical problems. Explain the causes of hydronic problems.
TASK: 1. Analyze air-conditioning systems and appropriately diagnose the electrical and/or mechanical and/or hydronic problems.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XI.D. Absorption RefrigerationXI.D. Absorption
Refrigeration COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. TASK: 1. Check all "external" components of system for proper operation. Explain the basic function of the components of the absorption system. Describe the sequence of operation of the absorption system. Understand which components of an absorption system can be field-serviced.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XI.E. Desiccant Cooling and DehumidificationXI.E. Desiccant Cooling and Dehumidification COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. a. b. c. d. 6. a. b. c. d. 7. 8. 9. List the applications of dehumidification. Describe the methods of desiccant dehumidification. Describe the benefits of using desiccant dehumidification versus cooling coil dehumidification. Explain how a desiccant wheel works. Understand and describe how the four primary variables influence the performance of a desiccant dehumidifier: air flow entering humidity level entering dry bulb temperature regeneration temperature Understand basic troubleshooting methods for desiccant systems: air flow readings temperature verification humidity level readings mass balance calculation Describe the operation and maintenance of desiccant cooling and dehumidification systems. (Desiccant cycle and physical components) List the various types of desiccant cooling and dehumidification systems in use today. Describe how desiccant dehumifiers are integrated into conventional refrigeration and air-conditioning systems and identify, the function of each component in an integrated system.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XI.E. Desiccant Cooling and Dehumidification XI.E. Desiccant Cooling and Dehumidification (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. a. b. Read and use the various tools/instruments needed for checking, testing and operating a desiccant dehumidifier: airflow measurement humidity measurements wet/dry bulb dewpoint relative humidity moisture balance calculation
c. 2.
Analyze a desiccant system and determine: a. b. if meeting manufacturers' specifications potential for improving moisture removal rate
XII. HEAT PUMP SYSTEMSXII. HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XII.A. Basic Principles and ComponentsXII.A.
Basic Principles and Components COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. a. b. c. d. e. f. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Review the history of heat pumps. Explain the basic theory of the air source heat pump system. Explain the basic theory of the water source heat pump system. Explain the basic theory of geothermal source heat pump system. Identify and explain the function of the electrical and mechanical components of the heat pump systems. Explain terms typically used for heat pumps: Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) Coefficient of Performance (COP) Heating Seasonal Performance Factor (HSPF) Balance Points Outdoor Design Temperature (ODT) Optimizer Analyze and explain the refrigerant cycle in both cooling and heating -- identifying the pressure and state of the refrigerant at any point in the refrigerant circuit. Explain the different types of defrost methods. Describe the operation of the time clock in a defrost control. Identify which three components of a heat pump system are controlled directly during a defrost cycle. Describe a heat pump thermostat function.
XII. HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XII.A. Basic Principles and ComponentsXII.A.
Basic Principles and Components (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Check reversing valve for proper temperatures. Calculate both economic and thermal balance points. Calculate temperature settings for multiple outdoor thermostats. Check refrigerant charge using charging chart. Check sequence of operation of an air-to-air split system heat pump for cooling, heating, and defrost modes.
XII. HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XII.B. ApplicationsXII.B. Applications
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Identify and describe different types of heat pump systems: a. Air-cooled b. Water-source open loop closed loop air-to-water water-to-water geothermal 2. Analyze and compare the operation and performance of the different types of Heat Pump Systems: a. Explain the integration and operation of the air-to-air heat pump with electric resistance heat. b. Explain the integration and operation of the water-to-air heat pump with electric resistance heat. c. Explain the integration and operation of the air-to-air heat pump with a fossil fuel unit. d. Explain applications for open vs. closed loop geothermal heat pump systems. TASK: 1. Mechanically and electrically connect and check out: a. Air-to-air heat pump b. Water-to-water heat pump
XIII. HEATING SYSTEMSXIII. HEATING SYSTEMS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIII.A. Forced Warm Air SystemsXIII.A. Forced
Warm Air Systems COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Check the operation of the ignition system. Derate or change over a gas burner. Adjust burner flame for proper fuel/air ratio. Check for proper temperature rise through the furnace. Test all safety controls. Remove, install and adjust blower motor and/or belt. Clean pilot assembly. Oil motor(s) and bearings. Check and adjust heat anticipator of thermostat. Use orifice sizing charts. Test induced draft pressure switches. Check all safety controls. Check operation of sequence.
XIII. HEATING SYSTEMS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIII.B. Hydronic SystemsXIII.B. Hydronic Systems
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. Identify types of hydronic piping systems. Identify types of boilers.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Check circulator for alignment and lubrication. Set aquastat. Check water pressure regulating valve (PRV). Check the zone valve operation. Remove air from system. Check backflow preventer. Check compression/expansion tank. Check water temperature rise across the boiler. Check and adjust water level in pressure tanks. Check automatic air vent operation. Wire multizone/multipump hydronic systems.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIII.C. Testing and Balancing EquipmentXIII.C.
Testing and Balancing Equipment COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. 2. 3. Perform pressure checks on air distribution system. Perform pressure checks on fuel system. Perform efficiency test and adjust to recommended rate: a. b. c. d. e. f. 4. 5. check draft check smoke (if applicable) check stack temp check CO2 check O2 check CO
Perform balance method for an air distribution system. Perform balance method for a hydronic system.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIII.D. HumidificationXIII.D. Humidification
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Select proper humidification equipment. Check operation of humidification equipment. Perform maintenance on humidification equipment. Determine relative humidity using a psychrometer. Determine dew point using a psychrometer. Explain importance of humidification. Describe different types of humidifiers. Explain factors affecting humidity in business and residence.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIII.E. Unitary Combination Heating and Cooling
and CoolingEquipment Equipment XIII.E. Unitary Combination Heating
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Describe the sequence of operation of a heating system.
TASK: 1. Use and read various tools and instruments needed for checking and testing combination air-conditioning and heating systems.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIII.F. Oil FurnacesXIII.F. Oil Furnaces
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Replace oil nozzle and adjust electrodes. Perform combustion test and adjust to optimum efficiency. Perform safety shutdown check. Replace oil nozzles with proper size replacements. Inspect and adjust electrodes replacing when necessary. Test and adjust oil pumps and couplers. Explain and check the sequence of operation of oil stack switches. Explain and check the sequence of operation of Electronic Primary Controls. Understand how to replace oil filters. Understand how to purge water from oil storage tanks. Understand how to oil motors.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIII.G. Electric FurnacesXIII.G. Electric Furnaces
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Inspect heating elements and insulators. Test thermal fuses. Inspect all electrical connections. Check for proper temperature. Oil motors. Test sequence of operation of electric furnaces. Understand the use of sequencers in electric furnaces. Understand the effects of air flow on temperature rise.
XIV. COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATIONXIV. COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIV.A. Single CompressorXIV.A. Single
Compressor COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Explain the importance of compressor/evaporator balance. Describe the differences in compressor displacement between the various temperature ranges. Explain basic low and high pressure control theory and operation. Explain the operation of a vapor compression system and its effects on temperature and volume. Explain the operation and components used for the pump down cycle. Explain the evaporator and the condenser side of a system. Explain application and operation of evaporator pressure regulating valves. Discuss the problems associated with compressors operating at lower evaporator temperatures: a. decreased volumetric efficiency b. higher discharge gas temperatures c. potential overloading during initial temperature pull-down 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Discuss the use of different compressor designs for increased efficiency and capacity. Describe the methods used for cycling the compressor on and off. Explain methods of defrost. Explain methods of head pressure control system. Explain heat reclaim. Explain the lubrication methods for a compressor.
XIV. COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION

Compressor (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. Determine the terminal identification of a single-phase compressor. Explain how to measure the compressor lubrication oil pressure. Explain several manufacturers' model numbering system. Define compression ratio and the effect suction and discharge pressure have on compression ratio. Determine compressor capacity using the compressor's curve. Determine the correct operating amps using the compressor's curve. Describe the different types and designs of compressors: Type: a. hermetic b. semi-hermetic c. open drive 22. a. b. c. Design: reciprocating scroll screw
Explain requirements of food preservation: a. medium temperature b. low temperature
23. 24.
Describe supermarket display cases. Explain the difference between an across-the-line start and a part-winding start.

Compressor (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Identify the different types of compressors. Select a compressor for a particular capacity and temperature range. Check the operation of a compressor in a particular system. Compute the compression ratio for a particular system. Adjust Evaporator Pressure Regulating (EPR) valve. Check control circuits per manufacturers' specifications. Check system charge, superheat and subcooling. Check display case temperatures and determine if operating properly. Set cut-in and cut-out for a special product. Draw the wiring diagrams for an across-the-line start and a part-winding start. Draw a ladder diagram of a system equipped with a pump down cycle. Draw the schematic of a single-phase and a three-phase compressor motor. Draw a ladder diagram of a system using a defrost time clock and defrost termination fan delay switch. Measure the compressor windings and determine if they are correct.

Compressor (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 15. 16. 17. 18. Measure the operating amps and determine if it is correct. Check operation of defrost cycle and adjust time clock. Adjust head pressure controls for proper operation. Check operation of equipment equipped for automatic pump down.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIV.B. Multiplexed Evaporator Systems XIV.B.
Multiplexed Evaporator Systems COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Define the different types of multiplexed systems. Explain the application of multiplexed systems. Describe how compressors are connected. Describe the physical construction of a common rack system. Describe the advantages of controlling capacity using the multiplexed system. Describe how compressors are cycled on and off. Explain the problems associated with multiplexed systems: a. oil level control b. crankcase pressure balance c. contamination due to a compressor burnout 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Explain the cascade system. Explain operation of Evaporator Pressure Regulating (EPR) valves. Explain function and placement of check and hot gas valves. Explain advantages of multiple evaporator systems. Explain the difference in compressor requirements for a multiplexed system. Define the different types of multiplexed systems. Explain the difference between even and uneven parallel systems. Explain operation of defrost cycle.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIV.B. Multiplexed Evaporator Systems XIV.B. Multiplexed Evaporator Systems (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Check staging of compressors with changes in system load. Check individual evaporator temperatures and adjust Evaporator Pressure Regulating (EPR) valves accordingly. Identify capacity of compressors used on multiplexed system by referring to manufacturers' specifications. Set superheat on multiplex system. Check control circuits per manufacturers' specifications. Adjust Evaporator Pressure Regulating valves, for established (assigned) multiple temperature cases. Adjust pressure control to lowest temperature case. Layout piping diagram of multiple evaporator system showing placement of required low side components (TXVs, EPRs, CK valves, etc.) and high side required components.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIV.C. Refrigerated StorageXIV.C. Refrigerated
Storage COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. Explain the difference between medium temperature, low temperature, and ultra low temperature storage systems. Explain the difference between service and self-service cases. Identify service cases and self-service cases. Explain the operation of: a. air screen freezer b. glass door freezer c. display/coffin cases 5. Explain the different methods of defrost: a. b. c. d. e. TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. Replace anti-sweat heaters. Replace fan motors and fans. Find and repair leaks. Verify operation of unit. electric resistance hot gas cool gas natural shut-down ambient air

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIV.C. Refrigerated StorageXIV.C. Refrigerated
Storage (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Check and/or replace fan relay. Verify air flow. Clean drain line. Check all electrical components for voltage and current. Adjust operating and safety controls. Clean condenser coil surface (air-cooled/water-cooled). Perform all aspects of preventive maintenance. Check operation of defrost cycle. Identify defrost components on a given system.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIV.D. Ice Makers XIV.D. Ice Makers
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Follow manufacturers' instructions for cleaning the evaporator. Clean the condenser. Check the harvest cycle. Adjust cube size. Check for and repair leaks. Inspect the electrical circuit. Check and adjust the metering device for proper operation. Measure grid heater current when applicable. Clean ice storage bin. Inspect and clean drains as necessary. Replace bearings and seals in flake-type machine. Replace auger motor in a flaker. Explain the operation of ice making for both cubed and flaked ice. Explain water spray system for ice making. Identify styles of icemakers and explain the sequence of operation of each.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIV.D. Ice Makers XIV.D. Ice Makers (cont'd)
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. Check and adjust water pressure. Level the machine. Check water pump. Check water treatment equipment. Adjust float valve assembly. Change float valve assembly. Check production capacity of a given ice machine.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIV.E. Dispensing Freezers XIV.E. Dispensing
Freezers COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. Describe the application of dispensing freezers. Describe the types of dispensing freezers. Describe the design and construction of dispensing freezers. Describe the maintenance requirements of a dispensing freezer including sanitary requirements.
TASKS: 1. 2. Check the operation of a dispensing freezer. Clean and set-up a dispensing freezer.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIV.F. Packaged Liquid ChillersXIV.F. Packaged
Liquid Chillers COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. Discuss the application of liquid chillers. Describe the differences in design and construction between direct expansion versus indirect expansion evaporators. Explain the operation of liquid chillers. Discuss the problems associated with liquid chillers: a. insufficient water flow problems b. considerations when operation below 32F is required c. added maintenance TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. Measure the temperature drop through the chiller. Check the operation of the liquid chiller. Identify the components of a liquid chiller. Determine Btu/h capacity of water chillers using flow and Delta (
method. )T

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIV.G. System ApplicationsXIV.G. System
Applications COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Explain the operation of a single compressor/evaporator system. Explain the fundamental two-stage (multi-stage) system. Explain the fundamental cascade system used for specialty ultra-low temperature application. Explain operation of low ambient head pressure control systems (fan cycling, dampers and flooding of condenser). Explain the heat reclaim cycle (three-way valve). Explain function operation of oil separation and return to compressor crankcase. Explain oil level (balance) of multi-parallel compressor applications. Explain the defrost cycle. Establish the pressure control settings. Describe electrical/mechanical sequence from electrical schematic.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIV.G. System ApplicationsXIV.G. System
Applications (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Adjust evaporator pressure regulating valve (EPR). Check control circuits as per manufacturers' specifications. Check the suction stop valve. Check system for proper refrigerant charge. Charge system with refrigerant on liquid side as well as suction side. Test and adjust all operating and safety controls. Replace filter driers. Check compressor oil. Change oil in compressor crankcase. Check for and repair refrigerant leaks. Inspect electrical circuit for defective connections. Repair defective connections. Troubleshoot from electrical schematic. Check oil separator operation and return. Draw a ladder diagram of a given system.
XV. AIR HANDLINGXV. AIR HANDLING

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XV.A Air Flow Principles/Duct DesignXV.A Air
Flow Principles/Duct Design COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Draw layout of return and supply runs. Calculate equivalent length of trunk and branch ducts. Calculate total effective length of duct runs. Calculate total available static pressure. Size trunk and branch ducts by equal friction method. Use duct calculator to find duct size, velocity, cfm, and friction loss. Calculate air flow factors for heating and cooling. Size registers, grilles, and diffusers. Fabricate fittings. Fabricate a "HAND" pittsburg. Fabricate "HAND" slips and drives. Identify and use all basic hand-held sheet metal tools. Identify and use all basic hand-held tools for duct board.
XV. AIR HANDLING

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XV.B. Mechanical and Electronic Filtration XV.B.
Mechanical and Electronic Filtration COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Identify types of mechanical filters: a. b. c. d. e. 2. disposable permanent foam, mesh, and fiber high efficiency HEPA electrostatic
Describe operation of electronic air cleaners.
TASKS: 1. 2. Install air cleaner system into existing ductwork. Remove and clear prefilter and cells: a. check ionizer wires b. test power pack
XV. AIR HANDLING

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XV.C. Fans/BlowersXV.C. Fans/Blowers
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Identify different types of fans/blowers: a. centrifugal b. axial 2. 3. 4. Determine the proper direction of rotation. Explain the difference between tubeaxial and vaneaxial. Identify the types of centrifugal fans/blowers: a. b. c. d. TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Check for proper rotation. Interpret the fans/blowers curve. Select the fans/blowers via the curve. Check fans/blowers performance via curves. Check amp draws. forward curved backward curved air foil radial tip
XVI. SYSTEM INSTALLATION AND START-UPXVI. SYSTEM INSTALLATION AND START-UP

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XVI.A. Heating Start-up, Checkout, and
OperationXVI.A. Heating Start-up, Checkout, and Operation COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Demonstrate use of tools and instruments. Determine equipment electrical, mechanical and code requirements. Verify equipment air flow and distribution requirements. Check operation of all electrical control components. Check operation of gas train components and measurements. Check oil burner components and measurements. Check ignition systems. Evaluate fuel supply systems. Test for proper combustion. Check electrical components for operation and wiring connections. Check for correct heating input and adjust to manufacturers' specifications. Understand the importance of manufacturers' installation and operation requirements.
XVI. SYSTEM INSTALLATION AND START-UP
SUBTOPIC TITLE: XVI.B. Heat Pump Start-up, Checkout, and
Operation XVI.B. Heat Pump Start-up, Checkout, and Operation COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Demonstrate use of tools and test equipment. Determine equipment electrical requirements. Verify equipment air flow and distribution. Check operation of all electrical and mechanical components. Check system operation in the heating, cooling and defrost modes. Check supplementary and emergency heat. Instruct customer on operation and maintenance of system. Understand the importance of manufacturers' installation and operation requirements. Understand alternative fuel methods.
XVI. SYSTEM INSTALLATION AND START-UP

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XVI.C. Air-Conditioning Start-up, Checkout, and
OperationXVI.C. Air-Conditioning Start-up, Checkout, and Operation COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Demonstrate use of tools and test equipment. Determine equipment electrical requirements. Verify equipment air flow and distribution requirements. Check operation of all electrical and mechanical components. Check system operation while following all safety procedures. Pull and verify deep vacuum. Perform leak check and make repairs. Conform to all applicable governmental regulations. Understand the importance of manufacturers' installation and operation requirements.
XVII. SYSTEM SERVICING AND TROUBLESHOOTINGXVII. SYSTEM SERVICING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XVII.A Mechanical System ProblemsXVII.A
Mechanical System Problems COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Demonstrate use of tools and test equipment following safety practices. Record system data for the mechanical system operation. Verify mechanical system operation is acceptable. Determine cause of failure in system components. Determine actual system air flow using the appropriate test equipment. Determine system air flow requirements. Develop systematic way to diagnose system problems and demonstrate method. Identify and describe possible causes of failure and how to eliminate causes.
XVII. SYSTEM SERVICING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XVII.B. Electrical Troubleshooting XVII.B.
Electrical Troubleshooting COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. Interpret electrical diagrams into sequence of operation. Describe electrical mechanical sequence from electrical schematic. Develop a methodical routine for electrical troubleshooting.
TASKS: 1. 2. Analyze electrical performance of each component. Rewire an HVACR unit using an electrical diagram: a. air conditioner b. heat pump c. furnace 3. 4. 5. 6. Record electrical system data. Use electrical test instruments to diagnose electrical troubles and correct electrical system performance. Troubleshoot a faulty compressor overload protector. Change a schematic diagram to a "ladder" diagram in a drawing.
XVII. SYSTEM SERVICE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XVII.C. Heating: Service and Problem Analysis
XVII.C. Heating Service and Problem Analysis COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. Explain combustion theory for gas combustion and oil combustion. Identify and describe possible causes of failure and how to correct problems.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. Determine and measure combustion air, ventilation air and unit/system air requirements. Develop systematic method(s) to diagnose system problems and demonstrate method. Determine the cause of failure in a heating system. Record data and verify system operation.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XVII.D. Heat Pump: Service and Problem Analysis
XVII.D. Heat Pump Service and Problem Analysis
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Test and evaluate the operation of the refrigeration cycle in cooling and heating modes. Test the operation of the supplementary heat component(s). Test the operation of the emergency heat status for the heat pump system. Record appropriate data to evaluate complete system operation. Test proper operation of reversing valve. Check operation of defrost controls. Inspect wiring and tighten connections.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XVII.E. Air-Conditioning: Service and Problem AnalysisXVII.E. Air-Conditioning Service and Problem Analysis COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Explain proper temperatures and pressures at various system locations. Explain proper fan/blower operation. Explain heat exchanger inspection. Explain thermostat setting and operation. Explain sounds that could indicate a problem. Explain how electrical measurements could indicate a problem. Explain value of nameplate data and service records. Discuss the required performance checks. Discuss the method of measuring superheat, subcooling, evaporator and condenser splits. Discuss the proper procedures for using a voltmeter and an ammeter. Explain normal operation of air-conditioning systems. Explain the effects of overcharge and undercharge of refrigerant. Explain the effects of improper airflow. Develop a systematic approach to diagnose mechanical or electrical problems.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XVII.E. Air-Conditioning: Service and Problem Analysis XVII.E. Air-Conditioning Service and Problem Analysis (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Check system for system leaks. Check and clean heat exchangers. Check for proper refrigerant charge. Check for proper thermostat and electrical controls. Check oil sample for acidity. Check and replace filter/driers. Check available voltage and install high and low side manifold gauges. Compare static pressure on a P/T Chart to determine unit refrigerant. Start unit and allow to stabilize. Measure superheat and subcooling. Check evaporator and condenser splits. Check amperage of each motor. Analyze performance using manufacturers' specifications. Check electrical component operation.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XVII.E. Air-Conditioning: Service and Problem AnalysisXVII.E. Air-Conditioning Service and Problem Analysis (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 15. 16. 17. Check air flow from furnace of air handler. Inspect electrical connections. Troubleshoot A/C systems from electrical schematics.
XVIII. INDOOR AIR QUALITYXVIII. INDOOR AIR QUALITY

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XVIII.A. Requirement and Maintenance of Air QualityXVIII.A.
Requirement and Maintenance of Air Quality
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. Define Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) as defined by ASHRAE Std. 62. Explain Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) and Building Related Illness (BRI). Explain the different factors that make up acceptable indoor air quality. a. b. c. d. pollutant levels ventilation air quantities air distribution effectiveness occupant comfort
XIX. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCEXIX. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XIX.A. Basic Maintenance XIX.A. Basic Maintenance COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. Explain the various types of maintenance programs. Explain broad tasks and frequencies for a quality maintenance program. Explain why each step of the Preventative Maintenance Program is necessary. Explain the benefits associated with proper equipment maintenance.
TASKS: 1. 2. Demonstrate various maintenance tasks. Develop a Preventative Maintenance Program for: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k. l. m. 3. 4. Absorption cooling unit Electric heat system Gas heat system Heat pump system Hydronic systems Ice makers Oil heat system Package heat and cooling unit Refrigeration systems Split system condensing unit and evaporator Walk-in boxes Water-cooled centrifugal chiller Water-cooled reciprocating chiller
Develop a list of tools needed to perform the Preventative Maintenance Program. Develop a Preventative Maintenance Check Sheet.
XX. REFRIGERANT RECOVERYXX. REFRIGERANT RECOVERY

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XX.A. IntroductionXX.A. Introduction COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. Describe the environmental issues regarding refrigerant, including legislation, protocol, laws, and regulations. Describe the basic refrigerant cycle. Determine proper evacuation levels and leak rates. Identify three different types of technician certification.
XX. REFRIGERANT RECOVERY

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XX.B. SafetyXX.B. Safety COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. Describe the problems associated with mixing of refrigerants. Describe the methods of determining when a recovery cylinder is full. Describe the problems associated with component isolation where unsafe hydrostatic pressures can occur. Describe the problems associated with contaminants left in a refrigerant system after recovery.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XX.C. Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling, and Reclamation MethodsXX.C. Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling, and ReclamationMethods COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Describe how to manually pump down a system. Describe how to isolate system components. Describe system dependent and self-contained recovery equipment. Describe the push-pull method. Describe difference between recycled and reclaimed refrigerant. Explain options in Industry Recycling Guideline (IRG-2).
TASKS: 1. 2. List the advantages/disadvantages, and application of liquid and vapor recovery. List methods for decreasing recovery time.

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XX.D. Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling and Reclamation EquipmentXX.D. Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling and ReclamationEquipment COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Identify proper equipment for a particular job. Describe procedures for recovering multiple refrigerants with the same recovery unit. Describe maintenance and efficiency testing procedures for recovery units. Describe maintenance and testing for refrigerant recovery cylinders. Identify recovery cylinders. Explain when to change filter-driers in recycling equipment. Explain methods of purging non-condensables when recycling. Identify type of refrigerant in a given recovery cycle.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. Perform procedures for recovery. Perform procedures for recycling. Perform maintenance on recovery machine. Connect and operate recovery equipment.
XXI. REFRIGERANT RETROFITSXXI. REFRIGERANT RETROFITS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XXI.A Alternative Refrigerant RetrofitsXXI.A Alternative Refrigerant Retrofits
COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES:
The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Determine if the Alternative Refrigerant and/or Lubricant: a. b. c. d. 2. is applicable for retrofitting specific system is on the EPA SNAP list is U.L. listed meets the equipment manufacturers' approval
Determine the lubricant required for the alternate refrigerants.
TASKS: 1. 2. Procure the Manufacturers' Changeover Guidelines and follow the retrofit procedures. Measure the residual mineral oil in a system being changed from a CFC to an HFC refrigerant.
XXII. REFRIGERANTS AND LUBRICANTSXXII. REFRIGERANTS AND LUBRICANTS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XXII.A. RefrigerantsXXII.A. Refrigerants COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Explain the different classes of refrigerants: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. 2. CFC Refrigerants HCFC Refrigerants HFC Refrigerants HC Refrigerants Other Refrigerants Azeotropic mixtures (ASHRAE 500 series) Zeotropic blends (ASHRAE 400 series)
Explain physical and chemical properties: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. Flammability and toxicity Materials compatibility Miscibility and oil return Pressure and temperature data Refrigerant temperature glide Environmental properties (ODP, GWP and TEWI) Bubble point Dew point
3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Define pure refrigerants and azeotropic mixtures. Define zeotropic mixtures. Define zeotropic blends. Identify the color and classification of refrigerants by Pantone Matching System (PMS) color number. Explain fractionization of blends.
XXII. REFRIGERANTS AND LUBRICANTS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XXII.A. RefrigerantsXXII.A. Refrigerants (cont'd) COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: TASKS: 1. Look up saturation pressure and temperature: a. b. c. d. 2. 3. 4. single element refrigerant azeotropic zeotropic blends
Identify when saturation pressure and temperature do not match the refrigerant. Calculate superheat and subcooling. Calculate superheat and subcooling glide.
XXII. REFRIGERANTS AND LUBRICANTS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XXII.B. LubricantsXXII.B. Lubricants COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. Explain the function of lubricants in systems. Explain the different types and applications of lubricants: a. b. c d. 3. Alkylbenzenes (AB) Mineral oils Polyolesters (POE) Polyglocols (PAG)
Explain properties of lubricants: a. b. c. d. e. f. Materials compatibility Miscibility and oil return Pour point and flash point Viscosity Water absorption Rust and oxidation inhibitors
4.
Describe proper oil disposal.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. Draw oil sample from system. Demonstrate proper handling of POE's. Use acid test kit for mineral oil and AB. Demonstrate proper use of a refractometer or oil sample test.
XXIII. REGULATIONSXXIII. REGULATIONS

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XXIII.A. Codes and Standards XXIII.A. Codes and Standards COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. Describe the reasons for codes. Describe the three model codes: a. Building Officials and Code Administrators (BOCA), National Mechanical Code b. Southern Building Code Congress International (SBCCI), Standard Mechanical Code c. International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO), Uniform Mechanical Code 3. 4. 5. Identify the codes and standards for the applicable area, locality and state. Discuss the relationship between codes and manufacturers' installation instructions. Identify pertinent standards published by the following organizations: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. AGA AMCA ANSI ARI ASHRAE IEC ISO SMACNA UL
XXIII. REGULATIONS
SUBTOPIC TITLE: XXIII.B. Regulations Affecting Ozone DepletionXXIII.B. Regulations Affecting Ozone Depletion COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. Explain ozone depletion. Explain significance of the Montreal Protocol. Explain significance of the Clean Air Act. Explain EPA requirements: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. 5. 6. 7. Technician certification Refrigerant recover, recycle, and reclaim Disposal of systems Labeling Shipping Leak detection Significant New Alternatives Policy Program (SNAP) Recordkeeping
Know Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements concerning transportation of refrigerants. Determine if refrigerant container is DOT-approved and whether it needs to be retested. Determine if recovery/recycle equipment is certified and meets requirements.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. Dispose of empty non-refillable cylinders. Use recovery equipment and prepare system for disposal. Obtain federal EPA technician certification.
XXIII. REGULATIONS
SUBTOPIC TITLE: XXIII.C. Other RegulationsXXIII.C. Other Regulations COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Explain global warming. Know OSHA Work Rules. Explain Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) standards (ASHRAE Std.62). Explain impact of state and local codes on system application and retrofit. Explain proper disposal of oil, components, and other materials. Explain state and local licensing requirements. Explain DOT regulations.
XXIV. PROFESSIONAL SERVICEXXIV. PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XXIV.A. Customer Relations/CommunicationXXIV.A. Customer Relations/Communication COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Describe methods of dealing with irate customers. Describe methods of dealing with technician delays and scheduling realities. Describe methods of selling service agreements and replacement equipment. Explain service(s) performed in layman's terms. Explain how to obtain customer satisfaction. Explain service contracts.
TASKS: 1. 2. 3. 4. Demonstrate professional/personal appearance and attitude. Discuss customer telephone etiquette. Describe, list, calculate and present a typical billing invoice. Demonstrate good customer relations.
XXIV. PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

SUBTOPIC TITLE: XXIV.B. Character EducationXXIV.B. Character Education COMPETENCY OBJECTIVES: The student will: KNOWLEDGE: 1. Discuss the following personal traits: a. b. c. d. e. f g. h. i j. k. l. honesty integrity reliability responsibility accountability character conflict resolution teamwork ethics pride initiative time management
BIBLIOGRAPHYBIBLIOGRAPHY
RESIDENTIAL AIR-CONDITIONING AND HEATINGRESIDENTIAL AIR-CONDITIONING AND HEATING
Air-Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA), Manual J: Residential Load Calculations (7th ed.), 124 pp. Washington, DC: ACCA, 1986. Gives detailed procedures for calculating residential heating and cooling loads. Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI), Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning (2nd ed.), 864 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1987. Refrigeration and airconditioning basic principles, practices, and service techniques. Revised edition provides additional information on electronic circuits and controls. New section on heat pumps. Althouse, Andrew D., Carl H. Turnquist, and Alfred F. Bracciano, Modern Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning 1012 pp. Homewood, IL: Goodheart-Willcox Co., 1982. Covers installation and servicing. American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), Safety Code of Mechanical Refrigeration: Standard 15-1978 19 pp. Atlanta, GA: ASHRAE, 1978. Standard approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and industry to assure safe design, construction, installation, operation and inspection of refrigeration systems. _________________, Handbook: 1992 Systems and Equipment Volume 45 chapters. Atlanta, GA: ASHRAE, 1992. Reference guide for air handling, refrigeration and heating equipment. _________________, Handbook: 1993 Fundamentals Volume 39 chapters. Reference guide for heating, refrigeration and air-conditioning: general engineering data, basic materials, load and energy calculations, duct and pipe sizing. _________________, Handbook: 1994 Refrigeration Volume 41 chapters. Reference guide for system practices and food refrigeration. _________________, Handbook: 1995 Systems and Applications 61 chapters. Reference guide to the selection and design of air-conditioning systems. Specific references to heating and air-conditioning of residences. Anderson, Edwin P., Refrigeration: Home and Commercial (2nd ed.,), 736 pp. Boston, MA: G.K. Holl, Division of MacMillan Publishing Co., 1984. Carr, Richard and Robert O'Con, Welding Practices and Procedures 416 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1983. A workbook for development of manipulative skills and technical know-how. Cooper, William B., Raymond E. Lee and Raymond A. Quinlan, Warm Air Heating for Climate Control 480 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1980 (in revision for 1987). Comprehensive information on design, installation, testing and servicing forced warm air
heating equipment. Covers gas, oil and electric heating. Second edition (due in 1987) also covers high efficiency furnaces and heat pumps. Doolin, James H., author/ed., Residential Gas Heating 332 pp. Dallas, TX: Doolco, Inc., 1982. Egan, M. David, Concepts in Thermal Comfort 203 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1975. Thermal comfort principles. Design strategies, use of materials, and mechanical system selection. Building heat loss and gain. Greenwald, Martin L., Residential Hot Water and Steam Heating: Gas, Oil and Solid Fuels 416 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1987. Covers design, operation, maintenance of equipment. Also includes information on multiple fuel boilers. Johnson, Jack and Wayne Hammock, Installing Heat Pumps 304 pp. Blue Ridge Summit, Slough, England: TAB Publisher, 1983. Lang, V. Paul, Air-Conditioning Procedures and Installation 112 pp. Albany, NY: Delmar Publishers, Inc., 1982. Covers air-conditioning and refrigeration service. _________________, Heating and Cooling Safety. Albany, NY: Delmar Publishers, Inc., 1977. Covers air-conditioning and refrigeration service. Langley, Billy C., Comfort Heating (3rd ed.), 368 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NY: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1985. Emphasis is on service, installation and maintenance of equipment. Additional material on heat pumps and energy saving devices. _________________, Educational Media Research: Electricity for Refrigeration and AirConditioning 226 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1984. Basic theory of electricity with definitions. Explanation of wiring diagrams. Service information on electric motors. _________________, Heat Pump Technology 373 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1983. Covers start-up procedures, service and troubleshooting of heat pump systems. Mahoney, Edward F., Electricity for Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Technicians (2nd ed.), 368 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall Inc., 1986. Basic electrical theory. Information on application of electrical devices. Troubleshooting. _________________, Reading and Interpreting Diagrams in Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration 176 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1983. A step-by-step development of the pictorial, schematic, ladder wiring diagrams. Typical examples of gas furnace and air delivery diagrams.
Manz, Kenneth W., Challenge of Recycling Refrigerants 185 pp. Troy, MI: Business News Publishing Co., 1995. Covers transfer and handling of refrigerants and recovery and recycling equipment and methods. National Fire Protection Association, The National Electrical Code Handbook (NFPA 70). Quincy, MA: NFPA, 1986. The national code book for all electrical installations. _________________, Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Systems. Quincy, MA: NFPA, 1973. Details of fire protection requirements for warm air heating and air-conditioning systems. Pennington, Howard W., Residential Heating Systems and Controls 93 pp. Troy, MI: Business News Publishing Co., 1984. Heating and ventilating residences: controls. Russell, Allen, Getting Started in Heating and Air-Conditioning Service (3rd ed.), 248 pp. Troy, MI: Business News Publishing Co., 1977. Covers domestic heating, includes heat pumps. Emphasis on installation and service. Smith, E. Russell, Electricity for Refrigeration Heating and Air-Conditioning 302 pp. North Scituate, MA: Duxbury Press, 1978. Concepts and procedures to enable the reader to work successfully in the HVAC industry. Sutphin, S.E., Residential Heat Pumps: Installation and Troubleshooting 256 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1987. Covers principles of heat pump operation. Provides installation and troubleshooting information. Includes water source heat pumps. Swenson, S. Don, Heating Technology. Boston, MA: Breton, Division of Wadsworth Publishers, 1983. Principles of equipment and application. Traister, John E., Practical Drafting for the HVAC Trades (2nd ed.), 272 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1984. Drafting techniques specifically for HVAC equipment and applications. Includes fundamentals for isometric drafting. ________________, Residential Heating Operations and Troubleshooting 240 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1985. Covers warm air heating and control. ________________, Residential Hot Water Systems: Repair and Maintenance 160 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1987. Covers design and application of residential hot water systems.
LIGHT COMMERCIAL AIR-CONDITIONING AND HEATING LIGHT COMMERCIAL AIR-CONDITIONING AND HEATING
Aglow, Stanley H., Schematic Wiring Simplified 175 pp. Troy, MI: Business News Publishing Co., 1983. Covers basic theory, test instruments, reading wiring diagrams and troubleshooting solutions for heating, refrigeration and air-conditioning problems. Air-Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA), Manual J: Residential Loan Calculations (7th ed.), 124 pp. Washington, DC: ACCA, 1986. Gives detailed procedures for calculating small commercial heating and cooling loads. Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI), Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning (2nd ed.), 864 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1987. Refrigeration and airconditioning basic principles, practices, and services techniques. Revised edition provides additional information on electronic circuits and controls. New section on heat pumps. Althouse, Andrew D., Carl H. Turnquist and Alfred F. Bracciano, Modern Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning 1012 pp. Homewood, IL: Goodheart-Willcox Co., 1982 (rev). Covers installation and servicing. American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), Safety Code of Mechanical Refrigeration: Standard 15-1978 19 pp. Atlanta, GA: ASHRAE, 1978. Standard approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and industry to assure safe design, construction, installation, operation and inspection of refrigeration systems. _________________, Handbook: 1992 Systems and Equipment Volume 45 chapters. Atlanta, GA: ASHRAE, 1992. Reference guide for air handling, refrigeration and heating equipment. _________________, Handbook: 1993 Fundamentals Volume 39 chapters. Reference guide for heating, refrigeration and air-conditioning: general engineering data, basic materials, load and energy calculations, duct and pipe sizing. _________________, Handbook: 1994 Refrigeration Volume 41 chapters. Reference guide for system practices and food refrigeration. _________________, Handbook: 1995 Systems and Applications 61 chapters. Reference guide to the selection and design of air-conditioning systems. Specific references to heating and air-conditioning of residences. Anderson, Edwin P., Refrigeration: Home and Commercial (2nd ed.), 736 pp. Boston, MA: G.K. Holl, Division of MacMillan Publishing Co., 1984. Carr, Richard and Robert O'Con, Welding Practices and Procedures 416 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1983. A workbook for development of manipulative skills and technical know-how.
Carrier Air-Conditioning Company, Handbook of Air-Conditioning and System Design 12 chapters. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Book Co., 1965. Practical manual on design of air-conditioning systems. Covers load estimating, air distribution, and piping design. Clifford, George E., Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning 800 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1984. Design information on all elements of HVAC. Emphasis on psychrometrics and automatic controls. Cooper, William B., Raymond E. Lee, and Raymond A. Quinlan, Warm Air Heating for Climate Control 480 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1987. Comprehensive information on design, installation, testing, and servicing forced warm air heating equipment. Covers gas, oil and electric heating. Revised edition will cover high efficiency furnaces and heat pumps. Edwards, Harry J., Sr., Automatic Controls for Heating and Air-Conditioning: PneumaticElectric Control Systems New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Book Co., 1980. Egan, M. David, Concepts in Thermal Comfort 203 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1975. Thermal comfort principles. Design strategies, use of materials, and mechanical system selection. Building heat loss and gain. Elonka, Stephen M. and Quaid W. Minich, Standard Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning. Questions and Answers 416 pp. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Book Co., 1983. Fischer, Roger A., Successful Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Repair 224 pp. Blue Ridge Summit, Slough, England: TAB, Publisher, 1982. Refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment, maintenance and repair. Greenwald, Martin L., Residential Hot Water and Steam Heating: Gas, Oil and Solid Fuels 416 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1987. Covers design, operation, maintenance of equipment. Also includes information on multiple fuel boilers. Grumman, David L., Air Handling Systems Ready Reference Manual. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Book Co., 1986. Overview of components, operating principles, and instrumentation. Harris, N., Modern Air-Conditioning Practice (3rd ed.), 464 pp. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Book Co., 1983. Haynes, Roger W., Control Systems for Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning (4th ed.), 306 pp. New York, NY: Van Nostrand Reinholt Co., 1983. Covers electric, pneumatic, fluidic, and electronic control systems.
Herman, Stephen and Bennie Sparkman, Electricity, and Controls for Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning 297 pp. Albany, NY: Delmar Publishing Co., 1986. Basic textbook. Jackson, James, Steam Boiler Operation: Principles and Practices (2nd ed.), 256 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1987. Basic principles of boiler operation and the practices that ensure safe and efficient operations. Johnson, Jack and Wayne Hammock, Installing Heat Pumps 304 pp. Blue Ridge Summit, Slough, England: TAB Publishers, 1983. Kissell, Thomas E., Motors, Controls and Circuits for Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems, 253 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1984. Explains theory of operation, installation and troubleshooting. Emphasis on diagram reading and safety. Lang, V. Paul, Air-Conditioning Procedures and Installation 112 pp. Albany, NY: Delmar Publishers, Inc., 1982. __________________, Heating and Cooling Safety. Albany, NY: Delmar Publishers, Inc., 1977. Covers air-conditioning and refrigeration service. Langley, Billy C., Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Troubleshooting Handbook Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1980. Covers service, start-up, and check-up procedures. Includes troubleshooting charts and representative wiring diagrams. _________________, Comfort Heating (3rd ed.), 368 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1985. Emphasis is on service, installation and maintenance of equipment. Additional material on heat pumps and energy saving devices. _________________, Control Systems for Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration 192 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1985. Presents an overview of control systems for HVAC systems. Explains function and operation. Covers electric, pneumatic and electronic controls. _________________, Cooling Systems Troubleshooting Handbook 384 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1986. Reference guide to troubleshooting and repair of cooling systems. Includes start-up and safety procedures. _________________, Educational Media Research: Electricity for Refrigeration and AirConditioning 226 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1984. Basic theory of electricity with definitions. Explanation of wiring diagrams. Service information on electric motors. _________________, Heat Pump Technology 373 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1983. Covers start-up procedures, service and troubleshooting of heat pump systems.
_________________, Plant Maintenance 512 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1986. Demonstrates the safe use of hand and portable tools. Covers gas, arc welding, and equipment rigging. _________________, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning (3rd ed.), 608 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, 1986. Comprehensive information on theory and practice of refrigeration and air-conditioning. New edition provides more information on service, maintenance, and operating techniques and on human relations. Long, Wayne, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning: Operations and Analysis Servicing 832 pp. New York, NY: Bobbs-Merrill, subsidiary of MacMillan Publishing Co., 1985. Mahoney, Edward F., Electricity for Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Technicians (2nd ed.), 368 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1986. Basic electrical theory. Information on application of electrical devices. Troubleshooting. _________________, Reading and Interpreting Diagrams in Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration 176 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1983. A step-by-step development of the pictorial, schematic, ladder wiring diagrams. Typical examples of gas furnace and air delivery diagrams. Miller, Rex, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Technology. New York, NY: Bennett II, subsidiary of MacMillan Publishing Co., 1983. National Fire Protection Association, Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Systems. Quincy, MA: NFPA, 1973. Details of fire protection requirements for warm air heating and air-conditioning systems. Payne, F. William, Efficient Boiler Operation Sourcebook 221 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1986. Application-oriented book. Covers efficiency improvement methods. Testing, flame evaluation techniques. Comprehensive boiler maintenance program. Pita, Edward, Air-Conditioning Principles and Systems: An Energy Approach 436 pp. New York, NY: John Wiley and Sons, Inc., 1981. Price, William and James Price, Central Heating and Air-Conditioning Repair Guide (2nd ed.). Blue Ridge Summit, Slough, England: TAB Publishers, 1983. Reed, Steve, The Manufacturers' Service Advisory Council (MSAC) Hot-Line Handbook 219 pp. Des Plaines, IL: Nickerson and Collins Co., 1981. Air-conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment and supplies. Maintenance and repair. Riedling, Richard, Fundamentals of Heating. Reston, VA: Reston Publishing Co., 1985. Roman, Phil., The Service Hot-Line Handbook: A Compendium of Highlights from the Manufacturers' Service Advisory Council (MSAC) 151 pp. Troy, MI: Business News Publishing Co., 1986. HVAC equipment and supplies, maintenance and repair. Rudman, Jack, Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration. Syossett, NY: National Learning. Occupational competency examination. Schneider, Raymond K., HVAC Control Systems 358 pp. New York, NY: John Wiley and
Sons, 1981. Sheet Metal and Air-Conditioning Contractor's National Association (SMACCNA). HVAC Systems Applications. Vienna, VA: SMACCNA, 1987. Provides standards of design and construction of HVAC systems. Includes testing, adjusting and balancing. _________________, HVAC Systems Duct Design (2nd ed.), 256 pp. Vienna, VA: SMACCNA, 1981. Recommends methods, materials and construction of duct systems for HVAC systems. Smith, E. Russell, Electricity for Refrigeration, Heating and Air-Conditioning 302 pp. North Scituate, MA: Duxbury Press, 1978. Concepts and procedures to enable the reader to work successfully in the HVAC industry. Stamper, Eugene and Richard L. Koral, Handbook of Heating and Air-Conditioning (3rd ed.), 1430 pp. New York, NY: Industrial Press, Inc., 1979. Sutphin, S.E., Residential Heat Pumps: Installation and Troubleshooting 256 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1987. Covers principles of heat pump operation. Provides installation and troubleshooting information. Includes water source heat pumps. Swenson, S. Don, Troubleshooting and Servicing Air-Conditioning Equipment. Boston, MA: Breton Publications, Division of Wadsworth Publishers, 1985. _________________, The Dehumidification Handbook (2nd ed.), 223 pp. Amesbury, MA: Cargocaire Division, Munters Corporation, 1994. Provides comprehensive introduction to desiccant dehumidification, moisture loading, systems integration and applications. Technical Publications staff, Air-Conditioning Service Manual (2nd ed.), 60 pp. Overland Park, KS: Intertech Publishing Co., Division of MacMillan Publishing Co., 1985. Traister, John E., Practical Drafting for the HVAC Trades (2nd ed.), 272 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1984. Drafting techniques specifically for HVAC systems. Includes duct design and layout, diagrams of HVAC equipment and applications, and fundamentals of isometric drafting. Trott, A.R., Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning 304 pp. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Book Co., 1981.
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Aglow, Stanley H., Schematic Wiring, Simplified 175 pp. Troy, MI: Business News Publishing Co., 1983. Covers basic theory, test instruments, reading wiring diagrams and troubleshooting solutions for HVAC problems. Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI), Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning (2nd ed.), 864 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1987. Refrigeration and airconditioning basic principles, practices, and service techniques. Revised edition provides additional information on electronic circuits and controls. New section on heat pumps. Althouse, Andrew D., Carl H. Turnquist and Alfred F. Bracciano, Modern Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning 1012 pp. Homewood, IL: Goodheart-Willcox Co., 1982. Covers installation and servicing. American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), Safety Code of Mechanical Refrigeration: Standard 15-1978 19 pp. Atlanta, GA: ASHRAE, 1978. Standard approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and industry to assure safe design, construction, installation, operation and inspection of refrigeration systems. _________________, Handbook: 1992 Systems and Equipment Volume 45 chapters. Atlanta, GA: ASHRAE, 1992. Reference guide for air handling, refrigeration and heating equipment. _________________, Handbook: 1993 Fundamentals Volume 39 chapters. Reference guide for heating, refrigeration and air-conditioning: general engineering data, basic materials, load and energy calculations, duct and pipe sizing. _________________, Handbook: 1994 Refrigeration Volume 41 chapters. Reference guide for system practices and food refrigeration. _________________, Handbook: 1995 Systems and Applications 61 chapters. Reference guide to the selection and design of air-conditioning systems. Specific references to heating and air-conditioning of residences. Carr, Richard and Robert O'Con, Welding Practices and Procedures 416 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1983. Workbook for development of manipulative skills and technical know-how. Clifford, George E., Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning 800 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1984. Design information on all elements of HVAC. Emphasis on psychrometrics and automatic controls. Cooper, William B., Commercial, Industrial and Institutional Refrigeration: Design, Installation and Troubleshooting 576 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1987. Comprehensive text on commercial refrigeration. Includes information on wide range of equipment, its application, operation, maintenance, and repair.
Dorssat, Roy J., Principles of Refrigeration (4th ed.), 544 pp. New York, NY: John Wiley and Sons, Inc. Covers theory and practice in refrigeration systems, with applications. Edwards, Harry J., Sr., Automatic Controls for Heating and Air-Conditioning: PneumaticElectric Control Systems. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Book Co., 1980. Elonka, Stephen M. and Quaid W. Minich, Standard Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning. Questions and Answers 416 pp. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Book Co., 1983. Fischer, Roger A., Successful Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Repair 224 pp. Blue Ridge Summit, Slough, England: TAB Publisher, 1982. Refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment, maintenance and repair. Goliber, Paul F., Refrigeration Servicing 91 pp. Albany, NY: Delmar Publishers, Inc., 1976. Grumman, David L., Air Handling Systems Ready Reference Manual. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Book Co., 1986. Overview of components, operating principles, and instrumentation. Haynes, Roger W., Control Systems for Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning (4th ed.), 306 pp. New York, NY: Van Nostrand-Reinholt Co., 1983. Covers electric, pneumatic, fluidic, and electronic control systems. King, Guy R., Modern Refrigeration Practice 443 pp. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Book Co., 1971. Covers refrigeration systems and components. Text is widely used in preparation for refrigeration technicians' license examinations. Kissell, Thomas E., Motors, Controls and Circuits for Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems 253 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1984. Explains theory of operation, installation and troubleshooting. Stresses diagram reading and safety. Lang, V. Paul, Air-Conditioning Procedures and Installation 112 pp. Albany, NY: Delmar Publishers, Inc., 1982. _________________, Heating and Cooling Safety. Albany, NY: Delmar Publishers, Inc., 1977. Covers air-conditioning and refrigeration service. Langley, Billy C., Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Troubleshooting Handbook. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1980. Covers service, start-up, and check-out procedures. Includes troubleshooting charts and representative wiring diagrams. _________________, Basic Refrigeration 374 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1982. Covers compression refrigeration systems, basic absorption systems and components. _________________, Control Systems for Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration 192 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1985. Presents an overview of control systems for HVAC systems. Explains function and operation. Covers electric, pneumatic and electronic controls. _________________, Cooling Systems Troubleshooting Handbook 384 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1986. Reference guide to troubleshooting and repair of cooling systems. Includes start-up and safety procedures.
_________________, Educational Media Research: Electricity for Refrigeration and AirConditioning 226 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1984. Basic theory of electricity with definitions. Explanation of wiring diagrams. Service information on electric motors. _________________, Plant Maintenance 512 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1986. Demonstrates the safe use of hand and portable tools. Covers gas, arc welding, and equipment rigging. _________________, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning (3rd ed.), 608 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1986. Comprehensive information on theory and practice in refrigeration and air-conditioning. Revised edition provides more information on service, maintenance, and operating techniques and on human relations. Long, Wayne, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning: Operations and Analysis Servicing 832 pp. New York, NY: Bobbs-Merrill, subsidiary of MacMillan Publishing Co., 1985. Mahoney, Edward F., Electricity for Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Technicians (2nd ed.), 368 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1986. Basic electrical theory. Application of electrical devices. Troubleshooting. Meredith, F.H., Refrigeration Technicians' Pocketbook 133 pp. London, England: Butterworth, 1981. Refrigeration and refrigerating machinery, maintenance and repair. Miller, Rex, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Technology. New York, NY: Bennett II, subsidiary of MacMillan Publishing Co., 1983. National Fire Protection Association, Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Systems. Quincy, MA: NFPA, 1973. Details of fire protection requirements for warm air heating and air-conditioning systems. Reed, G.H., Refrigeration: A Practical Manual for Apprentices 153 pp. England: Elsevier Applied Science, 1974. Reed, Steve, The Manufacturers' Service Advisory Council (MSAC): Hot-Line Handbook 219 pp. Des Plaines, IL: Nickerson and Collins Co., 1981. Air-conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment and supplies. Maintenance and repair. Roman, Phil., The Service Hot-Line Handbook: A Compendium of Highlights from the Manufacturers' Service Advisory Council (MSAC) 151 pp. Troy, MI: Business News Publishing Co., 1986. Rudman, Jack, Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration. Occupational competency examination. Syossett, NY: National Learning.
Sheet Metal and Air-Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACCNA), HVAC Systems Applications, Vienna, VA: SMACCNA, 1987. Provides standards of design and construction for HVAC systems. Includes testing, adjusting and balancing. Stamper, Eugene and Richard L. Koral, Handbook of Heating and Air-Conditioning (3rd ed.), 1430 pp. New York, NY: Industrial Press, Inc., 1979.
_________________, The Dehumidification Handbook (2nd ed.), 223 pp. Amesbury, MA: Cargocaire Division, Munters Corporation, 1994. Provides comprehensive introduction to desiccant dehumidification, moisture loading, systems integration and applications. Traister, John E., Practical Drafting for the HVAC Trades (2nd ed.), 272 pp. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1984. Drafting techniques specifically for HVAC systems. Includes duct design and layout. Diagrams of HVAC equipment and applications. Includes fundamentals of isometric drafting. Trane Company, The, Air-Conditioning Manual (42nd printing). LaCrosse, WI: The Trane Co., 1969. Covers fundamentals and practical applications of air-conditioning. Excellent text on psychrometrics. Trott, A.R., Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning 304 pp. New York, NY: McGraw Hill Book Co., 1981.

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II. PRINCIPLES OF THERMODYNAMICS AND HEAT TRANSFER

II. PRINCIPLES OF THERMODYNAMICS AND HEAT TRANSFER

II. PRINCIPLES OF THERMODYNAMICS AND HEAT TRANSFER

II. PRINCIPLES OF THERMODYNAMICS AND HEAT TRANSFER

III. SAFETIII. SAFETY

IV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTIV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

IV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

IV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

IV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTIV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

IV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

IV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Determine effectiveness of an oil pump using: a. b. vacuum gauge pressure gauge

Calculate proper size of chimney for both 80 and 90+ furnaces.

IV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

IV. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

V. PIPING AND PIPING PRACTICESV. PIPING AND PIPING PRACTICES

V. PIPING AND PIPING PRACTICES

V. PIPING AND PIPING PRACTICES

VI. ELECTRICITYVI. ELECTRICITY

VII. CONTROLSVII. CONTROLS

Explain the operation of a redundant gas valve.

VII. CONTROLSVII. CONTROLS

VIII. SOLID STATE ELECTRONICSVIII. SOLID STATE ELECTRONICS

IX. LOAD CALCULATIONSIX. LOAD CALCULATIONS

IX. LOAD CALCULATIONS

IX. LOAD CALCULATIONS

IX. LOAD CALCULATIONS

Calculate infiltration: a. b. doors windows

IX. LOAD CALCULATIONS

Calculate duct gain.

IX. LOAD CALCULATIONS

X. REFRIGERANT SYSTEM COMPONENTSX. REFRIGERANT SYSTEM COMPONENTS

X. REFRIGERANT SYSTEM COMPONENTS

Determine the Mean Effective Temperature Difference (METD).

X. REFRIGERANT SYSTEM COMPONENTS

Identify methods of compression: a. b. c. d. e. centrifugal rotary screw scroll reciprocating

X. REFRIGERANT SYSTEM COMPONENTS

X. REFRIGERANT SYSTEM COMPONENTS

X. REFRIGERANT SYSTEM COMPONENTS

X. REFRIGERANT SYSTEM COMPONENTS

XI. AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEMSXI. AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEMS

XI. AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEMS

XI. AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEMS

XI. AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEMS

XI. AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEMS