RFAC 170 - Refrigeration/AC Sys Operation Lab

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory (or Other) Hours: 12

Prerequisite(s): None
Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): None

This course focuses on the development of knowledge about and hands-on skills in the installation and servicing of a wide variety of air-conditioning and commercial refrigeration equipment and systems. Pertinent safety practices are also covered. Students acquire in-depth experiences in troubleshooting, analyzing, and repairing actual air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment in the laboratory.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Understand and discuss fundamental refrigeration principles, including trade tools, gas laws, pressure/temperature relationship, heat transfer, refrigerants, compression cycle, compressors, condensers, evaporators, metering devices, refrigeration oils, desiccants and driers, evacuation, and safe handling of refrigerants.
Demonstrate a hands-on knowledge of the refrigeration system, including skills in servicing, analyzing, problem solving, and pertinent safety practices.
Understand the basic electricity knowledge necessary for HVAC mechanics.
The service-learning outcomes are based on applying course concepts to real-world experience. This activity will be mutually beneficial to both the community and the student and will align with the course objectives