HVT 105 — Basic Refrigeration Principles
(1 Lecture 0 Lab 2 Shop) 7 Hrs./Wk. (1 Lecture 6 Shop) *1 5 wks. This course provides an introduction to the refrigeration cycle, basic thermodynamics, heat transfer, temperature/pressure relationship, safety, refrigeration containment, and refrigeration components. HVT 1 1 1 Electricity for HVAC/R 3 credits (1 Lecture 0 Lab 2 Shop) 7 Hrs./Wk. (1 Lecture 6 Shop) *1 5 wks. This course introduces principles of electricity for HVAC/R technicians including proper use of test equipment, A/C and D/C circuits, and component theory and operation. HVT 1 20 Residential Load Calculations 2 credits (.5 Lecture 0 Lab 1.5 Shop) 10 Hrs./Wk. (1 Lecture 9 Shop) *8 wks. This course introduces students to psychrometrics, heating and cooling load calculations, and refrigeration load calculations. HVT 1 45 Construction Document Reading for HVAC 2 Credits (2 Lecture, 0 Lab, 0 Shop) 4 Hours/Week (4 Lecture) *8 Wks. This course provides an introduction to print reading for HVACR students, focusing on residential and commercial applications. Course work includes study of: introduction to print reading, duct symbols and drawings, estimating duct systems, as well as electronic construction drawings and other required topics. HVT 1 52 Heat Pumps 3 credits (1 Lecture 0 Lab 2 Shop) 7 Hrs./Wk. (1 Lecture 6 Shop) *1 5 wks. This course provides knowledge necessary to install, service, troubleshoot, and repair heat pumps. Emphasis will be placed on air-to- air systems; ground source systems will be introduced