Best Hands-On Schools HVAC Training Program Courses

Description:

HVAC L1 Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning

This course studies the basic principles of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems. Includes trade mathematics, trade literacy, basic electricity, soldering, brazing, basic copper, plastic, and carbon steel practices. Covers introduction to the HVAC trade, heating, air conditioning, air distribution systems, components, operation, testing, troubleshooting, and installations.

Expectations and Objectives

The student is expected to use and develop the following knowledge, skills, and practices:

1. Perform procedures in a safe and professional manner.
2. Dress in attire appropriate for an HVAC professional including work boots.
3. Demonstrate conduct and practices desired by HVAC contractors and customers.
4. Describe the basic principles of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems.
5. Learn which mathematical principles are important in the HVAC industry.
6. Explain electrical theory, identify electrical measurement instruments, various controls, and electrical symbols.
7. Use wiring diagrams for component identification, location, and troubleshooting.
8. Define and properly use HVAC terminology.
9. Explain the combustion process, various types of furnaces, components, and heating equipment sequence of operation.
10. Identify and explain the operation of safety devices used on HVAC equipment.
11. Demonstrate proper use of tools, test instruments, and equipment used in the HVAC field.
12. Explain the basic sequence and operation of low voltage thermostat and control circuits.
13. Describe fuel characteristics and safe work practices.
14. Identify and describe basic refrigeration components and operation.
15. Explain basic thermodynamic principles.
16. Identify various types of piping systems used in the HVACR & P industry.
17. Solder and braze copper pipe.
18. Thread steel pipe. Learn to identify and install steel pipe fittings.
19. Know the numerous occupations available among various sectors of the HVACR&P industry.
20. Understand the skills, knowledge, and professional development required for success and growth in the HVACR&P industry.
21. Prepare, study, and pass the Universal EPA 608 Certification

Entrance Requirements:

Students taking this course should have the following skills: Mac, Windows-based personal computers, including the ability to: browse and search for information on the Internet; start up, shut down, and log on to a computer and network; run programs; and move, copy, delete, and rename files in Windows Explorer. Students should also have basic knowledge of computing concepts, including the difference between hardware and software; the functions of software components, such as the operating system, applications, and file systems; and the function of a computer network. High School Diploma/ GED

SCHEDULE DATES - 900 Hour Program