Air Conditioning Fundamentals Online Course: Gas Laws 1

Air Conditioning Fundamentals Online Course: Gas Laws 1

The description of gas laws that govern the behavior of the refrigerant used in an air conditioning system, the contributions of well known scientists such as Robert Boyle, Jacques Charles and John Dalton in the creation of these laws.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to:
1. Name the three men who established fundamental gas laws that govern the actions and reactions of refrigerants.
2. Explain the concepts of Temperature, Pressure, and Volume.
3. State Charles’ Law for a constant volume process, and use it to solve problems involving gases.
4. State Charles’ Law for a constant pressure process, and use it to solve problems involving gases.
5. State Boyle’s Law
6. Explain how Boyle’s Law can be used to solve problems involving gases.
7. Use the general gas law to solve problems involving gases.
Topic 1: Temperature, Pressure, and Volume

• The Works of Boyle, Charles, and Dalton
• Temperature Conversions
• Check-Point Question: Charles’, Boyle’s and Dalton’s Law
• Pressure and Absolute Pressure
• Pressure Conversions
• Calculating Atmospheric Pressure, and the Unit of Pressure
• Volume: Water in a Container
• Volume: Gas in a Container
• Check-Point Question: Temperature, Pressure and Volume

Topic 2: Charles’ Law

• Charles’ Law for a Constant Volume Process
• Calculating Pressure at Constant Volume

• What the Calculations Mean
• Charles’ Law for a Constant Pressure Process
• Calculating Volume at Constant Pressure
• What the Calculations Mean
• Check-Point Question: Charles’ Law

Topic 3: Boyle’s Law

• The Inverse Proportion Between Pressure and Volume
• Calculating Absolute Pressure: Sample Problem I
• Calculating Absolute Pressure: Sample Problem II
• Calculating Absolute Pressure: Sample Problem III
• Check-Point Question: Boyle’s Law

 

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Topic 4: The General Gas Law

• Recap of Charles’ and Boyle’s Gas Laws
• What If Temperature, Pressure, and Volume all Change?
• Equation for the General Gas Law
• Sample Problem I
• Sample Problem II

Our 2.0 hours Air Conditioning Fundamentals Course titles Include:

Intro to Basic System Operation
Basic Structure of Matter
Gas Laws I
Gas Laws II
Pressure-Temperature Relationships
Compression Cycle I
Compression Cycle II
Refrigerant Tables
Refrigerant Properties
Heat Energy

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Air Conditioning Fundamentals Basic Structure of Matter

Air Conditioning Fundamentals

Basic Structure of Matter

 

2.0 Hours – HVAC Tech Course – Contractor Course – AC Fundamentals Courses

 

This two-hour course is an introduction to the basic structure of matter, the various states of matter and the concept of chemical compounds, the behavior of matter under different conditions.

Upon the completion of this module, you will be able to:

1. Define the basic structure of matter.
2. Describe the fundamental structure of an element and a molecule.
3. Describe the fundamental structure of a compound.
4. List some examples of chemical compounds.
5. Describe the complex molecular makeup of different refrigerants and how it affects the    behavior of the refrigerant.
6. Explain how the motion of molecules of any material is affected by the state of the material.
7. Define the terms “cohesion” and “absolute zero”.

Topic 1: Atoms and Molecules

• Topic Introduction and Objectives
• Elements
• Atoms
• Particles of an atom
• Molecules
• Check-Point Question: Atoms
• Check-Point Question: Particles of an Atom
• Topic Summary

Topic 2: Chemical Compounds

• Topic Introduction and Objectives
• Structure of a Compound
• What are Chemical Compounds?
• Compounds with a Complex Molecular Makeup
• Molecular Makeup and Behavior of Refrigerants
• Check-Point Question: Chemical Compounds and Their Structure
• Topic Summary

Topic 3: Motion of Molecules

• Topic Introduction and Objectives
• Cooling in Air Conditioning Systems
• Cohesion
• Absolute Zero
• Check-Point Question: Cohesion
• Topic Summary

2.0 Hours                                         Price: $60.00

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Air Conditioning Fundamentals:                               1: Introduction  to Basic System Operation

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Safety for the HVAC Technician – Electrical Safety Online Course

Safety for the HVAC Technician  – Electrical Safety

This module explains the electric hazards, their effect on human body and precautions related to such hazards.

Upon the completion you will be able to:

1. Explain how electric currents pass through the body.
2. Describe the types of injuries caused due to electrical shocks.
3. List the factors that affect the resistance around the body.
4. Describe the factors that determine the extent of injury caused due to electric currents.
5. Identify the different forms of burn injuries that can be caused due to electricity.
6. List the precautions for HVACR technicians when working with “hot” lines.
7. Identify electrical hazards related to: o fuses and circuit breakers o overhead wires o exposed wiring o overloaded circuits o improper grounding o wet conditions
8. Describe what a GFCI is and how it operates.
9. Explain the proper use of PPE when working on or near electrical equipment.
10. Describe the three potential electrical hazards for which the NFPA recommends the use of PPE.
11. List the different hazard categories for electrical work defined by the NFPA 70E.
12. Explain how to choose the appropriate electrical meter.
13. Describe proper lockout/tagout methods.

 

Topic 1: Electrical Injuries

• The Human Body and Resistance to Electric Current
• Injuries Due to Electrical Shocks
• Electric Voltage and Injuries

Topic 2: How Electrical Shocks Happen

• The Body as Path of Least Resistance
• Check-Point Question: Resistance Offered by Body to the Current

Topic Summary Topic 3: Electrical Burns

• Burns from Direct Contact with Current
• Burns from High-Amperage Current
• Check-Point Question: Effect of Electric Current on Body

Topic Summary Topic 4: Electrical Hazards—Precautions and Identification

• Precautions for Working with “Hot” Lines
• Two Conditions for Receiving an Electric Shock
• Fuses and Circuit Breakers
• Overhead Wires
• Exposed Wiring
• Check-Point Question: Do’s and Don’ts while Working with “Hot” Lines
• What Causes Overloaded Circuits?
• How to Avoid Overloaded Circuits
• Need for Grounding Protection
• Grounding for Water and Gas Piping
• Wet Conditions
• Check-Point Question: Electric Shocks and Precautions

Topic Summary Topic 5: Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupters

• What is a Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter?
• Types of GFCI
• Check-Point Question: Features of GFCI

Topic Summary Topic 6: Personal Protective Equipment

• Using PPE
• NFPA 70E
• Standard 70E: Use of PPE
• NFPA 70E Hazard Categories
• Check-Point Question: Three Potential Hazards
• Check-Point Question: Class of Risk and Examples

Topic Summary Topic 7: Meter Safety and Lockout/Tagout Procedures

• Selecting an Electrical Meter
• The Need for Lockout/Tagout Procedures
• How Lockout/Tagout Procedures Work
• OSHA Practices
• Lockout/Tagout Procedures
• More Safety Standards
• Disabling the Equipment
• Safety First
• Check-Point Question: Steps in Lockout/Tagout Procedures
• Topic Summary
• Assessment

 

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2: Basic Structure of Matter: Air Conditioning Fundamentals Course Online

 

Air Conditioning Fundamentals

2: Basic Structure of Matter

This two-hour course is an introduction to the basic structure of matter, the various states of matter and the concept of chemical compounds, the behavior of matter under different conditions.

Upon the completion of this module, you will be able to:
1. Define the basic structure of matter.
2. Describe the fundamental structure of an element and a molecule.
3. Describe the fundamental structure of a compound.
4. List some examples of chemical compounds.
5. Describe the complex molecular makeup of different refrigerants and how it affects the    behavior of the refrigerant.
6. Explain how the motion of molecules of any material is affected by the state of the material.
7. Define the terms “cohesion” and “absolute zero”.

Topic 1: Atoms and Molecules

• Topic Introduction and Objectives
• Elements
• Atoms
• Particles of an atom
• Molecules
• Check-Point Question: Atoms
• Check-Point Question: Particles of an Atom
• Topic Summary

Topic 2: Chemical Compounds

• Topic Introduction and Objectives
• Structure of a Compound
• What are Chemical Compounds?
• Compounds with a Complex Molecular Makeup
• Molecular Makeup and Behavior of Refrigerants
• Check-Point Question: Chemical Compounds and Their Structure
• Topic Summary

Topic 3: Motion of Molecules

• Topic Introduction and Objectives
• Cooling in Air Conditioning Systems
• Cohesion
• Absolute Zero
• Check-Point Question: Cohesion
• Topic Summary

2.0 Hours                                         Price: $60.00

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Air Conditioning Fundamentals:                                1: Introduction  to Basic System Operation

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• Air Conditioning System Design Manual, 24.5 PDH
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• Fundamentals of Standard 90.1 for Architects, 18.0 PDH
• Advanced Energy Design for Small Retail Buildings, 8.0 PDH
• Sustainable Buildings and High Performance Systems Design (Greenguide,) 31.0 PDH
• Introduction to DCC (Digital Controls) for HVAC, 12.5 PDH
• Refrigeration Equipment, 11.5 PDH
• Fundamentals of Refrigeration, 9.0 PDH

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Intro to Basic System Operation

2-Hour Air Conditioning Fundamentals:

1-    Introduction to Basic System Operation

 

The operation of the vapor compressor system and the components and fluids associated with it, the basic principles of thermodynamics Learning Outcome: Upon the completion of this module, you will understand:
1. Describe the operation of a simple vapor compression system.

2. Explain the basic function of the following system components:

• Compressor
• Condenser
• Evaporator
• Metering device
• Piping/tubing
• Refrigerant lubricant

Topic 1: Vapor Compression System

• Topic Introduction and Objectives
• Basic Principles of Thermodynamics
• Saturation, Superheating and Subcooling
• Check-Point Question: Basic Principles of Thermodynamics
• Check-Point Question: Saturation, Superheat, and Subcooling
• Components of an Air Conditioning System
• Comparing Air Conditioning Systems to the Human Body
• Check-Point Question: Components of an Air Conditioning System
• Topic Summary

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Thorough intro to the concepts, laws and processes related to air conditioning systems.

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1. Ozone Depletion
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4. Controls on CFCs
5. Replacement Refrigerants and Oils
6. Refrigeration Cycle
7. Recovering, Recycling and Reclaiming Refrigerants
8. Leak Detection
9. Refrigerant Safety
10. Refrigerant Cylinders

Module Two: Type  I Small Appliances Topics:

1. Definitions
2. Refrigerant Recovery
3. Refrigeration Cycle and Safety

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1. Leak Detection
2. Refrigerant Recovery
3. Refrigeration Cycle
4. Safety

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1. Leak Detection
2. Recovering and Recharging Techniques
3. Refrigeration Cycle and Safety in Low Pressure Systems

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Air Conditioning Fundamentals–Gas Laws I

Course Overview: Air Conditioning Fundamentals–4 Gas Laws I

 

The description of gas laws that govern the behavior of the refrigerant used in an air conditioning system, the contributions of well known scientists such as Robert Boyle, Jacques Charles and John Dalton in the creation of these laws

Learning Outcome:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to:

 

1. Name the three men who established fundamental gas laws that govern the actions and reactions of refrigerants.

 

2. Explain the concepts of Temperature, Pressure, and Volume.

 

3. State Charles’ Law for a constant volume process, and use it to solve problems involving gases.

 

4. State Charles’ Law for a constant pressure process, and use it to solve problems involving gases.

 

5. State Boyle’s Law

 

6. Explain how Boyle’s Law can be used to solve problems involving gases.

 

7. Use the general gas law to solve problems involving gases.

Topic 1: Temperature, Pressure, and Volume

• Topic Introduction and Objectives
• The Works of Boyle, Charles, and Dalton
• Temperature Conversions
• Check-Point Question: Charles’, Boyle’s and Dalton’s Law
• Pressure and Absolute Pressure
• Pressure Conversions
• Calculating Atmospheric Pressure, and the Unit of Pressure
• Volume: Water in a Container
• Volume: Gas in a Container
• Check-Point Question: Temperature, Pressure and Volume
• Topic Summary

Topic 2: Charles’ Law

• Topic Introduction and Objectives
• Charles’ Law for a Constant Volume Process
• Calculating Pressure at Constant Volume
• What the Calculations Mean
• Charles’ Law for a Constant Pressure Process
• Calculating Volume at Constant Pressure
• What the Calculations Mean
• Check-Point Question: Charles’ Law
• Topic Summary

Topic 3: Boyle’s Law

• Topic Introduction and Objectives
• The Inverse Proportion Between Pressure and Volume
• Calculating Absolute Pressure: Sample Problem I
• Calculating Absolute Pressure: Sample Problem II
• Calculating Absolute Pressure: Sample Problem III
• Check-Point Question: Boyle’s Law
• Topic Summary

Topic 4: The General Gas Law

• Topic Introduction and Objectives
• Recap of Charles’ and Boyle’s Gas Laws
• What If Temperature, Pressure, and Volume all Change?
• Equation for the General Gas Law
• Sample Problem I
• Sample Problem II
• Topic Summary

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