AHR 113 Comfort Cooling

Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4

This course covers the installation procedures, system operations, and maintenance of residential and light commercial comfort cooling systems. Topics include terminology, component operation, and testing and repair of equipment used to control and produce assured comfort levels. Upon completion, students should be able to use psychrometrics, manufacturer specifications, and test instruments to determine proper system operation.

Co-requisite(s): ENG-002 or ENG 025 and MAT-003 (P2 Grade) or MAT 025 and AHR 110 .
Course is typically offered in Spring.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

Apply HVAC workplace safety techniques, and risk assessment in accordance with industry guidelines.
Use different refrigerant charging procedures.
Calculate airflow volume, static pressure, and velocity.
Analyze compressor operation in air conditioning systems.
Apply troubleshooting techniques to air conditioning systems.
Demonstrate vacuum pump and evacuation procedures.
Identify industry standards and manufacturer specifications for air conditioning system installation.