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Course
Heat Pumps: Operation Installation and Service
Name
AHR-3131B7
Available Classes
Not currently offered.
Description Course Outline Requirements Intended Audience More Details
Intended Audience
Students interested in an entry-level employment as a technician in an HVAC company.
Description
Do you know that Heat Pump systems in any HVAC unit should be serviced at least once a year? This course is designed for students to learn components, heat pump cycle, service, theory, controls, troubleshooting and interpret heat pump schematics. Upon completion, you will be eligible to take the Heat Pump exam to earn certification. There is a separate $15 exam fee, payable by credit or debit card. You must bring your own tools/materials and wear safety clothes, gloves, shoes, and glasses to class. Students must arrive on time on testing day. Students will not be allowed into the classroom after the test begins. NO makeup testing dates will be offered. Prerequisite: Heating and Air conditioning Course (AHR-3131B2) or similar experience.
Course Objectives
  1. Know basic operation, installation and service of heat pump systems
Outline of Instruction
  1. Principles of Operation
    2.- System Components
    3.- Airflow
    4.- Defrost Methods
    5.- Balance Point
    6.- Secondary Heat
    7.- Electrical Control Wiring
    8.- Refrigerant Piping
    9.- System Installation
    10.- Refrigerant Evacuation and Charging
    11.- Preventive Maintenance
    12.- Troubleshooting
    13.- Dual-Fuel Systems
    14.- Geothermal Systems
Contact Hours
96
CEU's
9.6
Industry Standard, State, or National Certification
Yes
Certification
ESCO Institute. Heat Pump Employment Ready Certification
Website URL
https://www.escogroup.org/certifications/employmentready.aspx
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
  1. Components
    2.- Controls
    3.- Heat Pump Cycle
    4.- Heat Pump Service
    5.- Heat Pump Theory
    6.- Heat Pump Troubleshooting
    7.- Interpreting Heat Pump Schematics
CE to CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
Heating and Air Conditioning Course (AHR-3131B2)
Text and Supplies Needed
Heat Pump Operation, Installation, Service. ISBN: 1-930044-29-1
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
HVAC Lab
Requirements for Successful Completion of this Course
  1. Attendance 90% or above
  2. Participation
  3. Successful completion of this course requires 90% attendance and satisfactory class participation (i.e. be able to demonstrate proficiency in all concepts taught). Students with irregular attendance, less than 90% attendance, or who are unable to demonstrate competency will receive a grade of NG (no grade)
  4. Students must arrive on time on testing day. Students will not be allowed into the classroom after the test begins. NO makeup testing dates will be offered
  5. Lab exercises, when applicable, are due on the date assigned by the instructor. Late assignments may be accepted only at the instructor’s discretion
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC).- Course AHR-3131B2
Intended Audience
Students interested in an entry-level employment as a technician in an HVAC company.
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
HVAC Technician
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
Yes
Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment
  • HVAC Helper
Related Courses
  • EPA Refrigerant Rec/Recyc Exam Prep - AHR-3128A3
  • Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) - AHR-3131A2
Course Contact Information
Vocational Training Department
919-866-7221
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