AIRC 1060 Syllabus

Subject Code

AIRC

Course Number

1060

Course Title

Air Conditioning Systems Application and Installation

Prerequisites

AIRC 1010, AIRC 1030

Corequisites

Terms Offered

Offered every semester

Credit Hours

(3-3-4)

Course Description

This course provides instruction on the installation and service of residential air conditioning systems. Topics include installation procedures, split-systems, add-on systems, packaged systems, system wiring, control circuits, and safety. Students must pay a $35 supply fee when registering for this course.

Course Outcomes

Installation Procedures
    Order           Description
      1                 Discuss the installation of various types of cooling and dehumidifying equipment.
      2                 Install a residential central air conditioning unit.
      3                 Design and install a condensate drain system.

 

Split Systems
   Order          
Description
      1                Discuss how the split-system differs from the packaged system.
      2                Observe and explain the functions of the split-system components.

 

Add-on Systems
   Order          
Description
      1                Discuss how an add-on system can be installed on an existing heating system.
      2                Properly connect an evaporator coil to a furnace plenum.
      3                Install a condensing unit to an existing heating system.

 

Packaged Systems
   Order          
Description
      1                Discuss the basic advantages of a packaged system.
      2                Evacuate a packaged system and charge with proper refrigerant type and amount.

System Wiring
   Order          
Description
      1                Estimate the factors to be considered when wiring an air conditioning system.
      2                Following the manufacturer’s instructions, completely wire an air conditioning system with 
                        the proper wire.
      3                Consult the National Electrical Code to ensure compliance.

 

Air Filtration
   Order          
Description
      1                Change or wash filters.
      2                Service electronic filters.

Heat-Load Calculation
   Order            Description

      1                 Discuss the various tables that are used in heat-load calculations.
      2                 Discuss factors which affect heat loss.
      3                 Work several test problems using heat loss calculation procedures.
      4                 Discuss factors that affect heat gain.
      5                 Work several test problems using heat gain calculation procedures.

 

Duct Design
   Order          
Description
      1                Discuss several acceptable methods for duct design.
      2                Assemble two short duct runs using different types of duct.
      3                Discuss the factors involved in a duct application.
      4                Identify types of duct materials.
      5                Explain the purpose of registers and diffusers.
      6                Define velocity, CFM, static pressure, and length of ducting as they apply to duct design and
                        construction.

 

Safety
   Order          
Description
      1                Identify and discuss potential electrical hazards and concerns encountered while working with
                        air conditioning wiring and control systems.