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HVAC 2215 Coolers/Freezers Refrigeration Diagnostics & Operations

Course Information

Course information
Course Number HVAC 2215
Course Title Coolers/Freezers Refrigeration Diagnostics & Operations
Description This course will cover both commercial coolers and freezers. We will discuss the operation of the refrigeration sealed system and analyze how to diagnose system failures and their causes. The student will learn the proper way to recover and charge a commercial refrigeration unit. The students will study and follow EPA regulations regarding the handling of refrigerants. Proper safety and troubleshooting techniques will be followed. To be successful in this course, you should have knowledge in electrical circuits, refrigeration theory, and refrigeration controls.
Total Credits 3
Total Hours 80
Types of Instruction: instruction type, credits, and hours
Instruction Type Credits and Hours
Lecture 1 Credit, 27 Hours
Lab 2 Credits, 53 Hours

Pre/Corequisites

Prerequisite: HVAC2120

Institutional Core Competencies

Course Competencies

  1. Examine safety requirements while working with refrigerants.
  2. Examine refrigerants used for medium & low temperature applications.
  3. Examine different defrost methods for commercial units.
  4. Examine the access valves and stem positions.
  5. Demonstrate installing and removal of refrigerant gauges correctly.
  6. Explain the pump-down procedure and function.
  7. Analyze refrigerant components that are only found on commercial units.
  8. Measure proper refrigerant charge in a walk-in unit.
  9. Examine reasons for sealed system failures.
  10. Diagnose refrigeration sealed system failures on commercial units.

SCC Accessibility Statement

South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.

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