AIRC 1090 Syllabus

Subject Code

AIRC

Course Number

1090

Course Title

Troubleshooting Air Conditioning Systems

Prerequisites

AIRC 1010, AIRC 1050

Corequisites

None

Terms Offered

Credit Hours

Course Description

This course provides instruction on the troubleshooting and repair of major components of residential air conditioning systems. Topics include troubleshooting techniques, electrical controls, air flow, the refrigeration cycle, electrical servicing procedures, and safety.

Course Outcomes

Troubleshooting Techniques

• Demonstrate proper troubleshooting techniques.
• Isolate compressor malfunctions.
• Perform pre-seasonal startups.

Electrical Controls

• Isolate electrical malfunctions.
• Isolate air flow problems.

Air Flow

• Isolate air flow problems.

The Refrigeration Cycle

• Isolate refrigeration malfunctions.

Electrical Servicing Procedures

• Perform a voltage drop test on an air conditioning system.
• Service various cooling systems.
• Service condensate drain systems.
• Use P-T charts or manufacturer’s charts to charge an air conditioning system.

Safety

• Identify and discuss the safety hazards the technician may encounter in troubleshooting and servicing air conditioning systems.