Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning Refrigeration Course Number 47.41500 Syllabus

  • This course is preceded by Introduction to HVACR Systems and provides students with a solid foundation in HVACR skills and knowledge involved with conditioning air within a given space. The course is the third step in gaining a Level One Industry Certification in HVAC and builds on the concepts of math concepts introduced in Industry Fundamentals and Occupational Safety.

    Students will acquire knowledge of the hardware and systems used by an HVACR technician and basic installation skills. In addition, students will obtain general knowledge of refrigeration and heating processes, including electronic circuitry, and will learn about the integration between electrical and HVACR fields.

    The course will provide students with an understanding of joining and piping practices in HVACR systems, as well as an introduction to the skills and knowledge of conduit bending and installation.  

     

    Grading Policies

    MINOR GRADE 60%

    QUIZES

    LAB

    DAILY

    MAJOR GRADE 40%

    TEST

    PROJECT

    RESEARCH PAPER

    Total grade = 100%

     

    Unit # 

    Unit Title 

    Timeframe (Suggested) 

    (MS- 18 weeks; HS- 36 weeks) 

    1 

    Demonstrate employability skills required by business and industry. 

    Week 1 Ongoing 

    2 

    Apply mathematical concepts related to HVACR. 

    Week 2 

    3 

    Demonstrate using hand and power tools associated with the HVACR trade in a professional and safe manner. 

    Week 3-4 

    4 

    Demonstrate the proper selection, handling, and methods of joining, installing and supporting of HVACR pipe and tubing.  

    Week 5-7 

    5 

    Describe how an HVACR system conditions and cools the air within a specified space. 

    Week 8-9 

    6 

    Describe how an HVACR system conditions and heats the air within a specified space.  

    Week 10-12 

    7 

    Describe how compressors operate. 

    Week 13 -14 

    8 

    Demonstrate how to operate the equipment used in the HVAC field. 

    Week 15-16 

    9 

    Demonstrate proper assembly of ductwork.  

    Week 17-18 

    10 

    Skills USA a part of career and technical education through leadership development, school and community service projects, and competitive events. 

    Week 1 Ongoing