AIRC 1030 Syllabus

Subject Code

AIRC

Course Number

1030

Course Title

HVACR Electrical Fundamentals

Prerequisites

Provisional admission

Corequisites

Terms Offered

Offered every semester

Credit Hours

(3-3-4)

Course Description

This course provides an introduction to fundamental electrical concepts and theories as applied to the air conditioning industry. Topics include AC and DC theory, electric meters, electrical diagrams, distribution systems, electrical panels, voltage circuits, code requirements, and safety. Students must pay a $35 supply fee when registering for this course.

Course Outcomes

AC and DC Theory
    Order               Description
      1                   Define electrical terms such to include conductor, insulator, voltage, resistance,
                             amperage, and wattage.
      2                     Discuss the differences between AC and DC current.
      3                     Solve various problems using Ohm’s Law.
      4                     Discuss how electromagnetic are used in electrical applications.

Electric Meters
   Order              Description
      1                   Discuss basic principles of electric meters.
      2                     Discuss the differences between voltmeter, ammeter, and ohmmeter.
      3                     Measure and calculate voltage, current, and resistance.

Electrical Diagrams
   Order              Description
      1                     Discuss the basic concepts of electrical circuits.
      2                     Identify and select several loads to be used in electrical circuits.
      3                     Correctly identify common electrical symbols.
      4                     Construct and operate simple series circuits.
      5                     Construct and operate parallel circuits.
      6                     Construct and operate series-parallel circuits.

Distribution Systems
Order Description
1 Discuss how electrical energy is distributed from the power plant to the home.

Electrical Panels
   Order              Description
      1                     Discuss panel requirements for HVAC equipment.
      2                     Discuss types of panels used in homes and businesses.
      3                     Properly size disconnect panels for HVAC equipment.

Voltage Circuits
   Order              Description
      1                     Discuss the advantages of using low voltage circuits.
      2                     Properly wire a low voltage circuit.
      3                     Properly size wiring circuits for HVAC equipment.
      4                     Identify electrical components used in low voltage applications.
      5                     Check electrical components for proper operation.

Code Requirements
   Order              Description
      1                     Discuss importance and function the National Electrical Code.
      2                     Wire a condensing unit per the NEC.

Safety
Order Description
1 Identify and discuss safety concerns as they apply to electrical fundamentals.