You will practice job-related interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, and use job search skills.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 32

Equivalent Course(s): COMM 100, COMM 191

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Print Distance Individual, Lecture/Lab, Independent Study, Lecture/Theory

You will study the fundamentals of electricity. The course content includes an introduction to basic electrical quantities, basic electric circuits and circuit analysis. You will receive hands-on instruction regarding the use of multimeters. You will perform experiments to reinforce the fundamentals of electricity and use multimeters to evaluate the characteristics of basic DC & AC circuits.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 48

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will learn the operating principles of transformers, relays, generators, single and three-phase AC motors. You will construct and analyze rectifier and relay control circuits. You will analyze the operation of transformers and test the performance of a variety of AC motors. You will construct and troubleshoot common motor control circuits.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 51

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will develop suitable drafting and blueprint interpreting skills. You will learn how to read blueprints and produce shop drawings as needed in the trade. You will also learn how to take estimates from these drawings.

Credit Units: 4

Lecture Hours: 66

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will review basic mathematics and the metric system of measurement. The course content includes percent, ratio, proportion, area, volume and equations. You will then focus on the applications of mathematics in the refrigeration trade. These applications include electrical, pressure, pneumatics and elementary thermodynamics calculations.

Credit Units: 4

Lecture Hours: 66

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will learn soldering and brazing techniques as well as proper use of acetylene equipment. You will also learn how to work with the metals used in refrigeration and air conditioning.

Credit Units: 3

Lab Hours: 40

Prerequisites(s): PIPE 182

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will learn basic hand skills and the techniques used for piping and pipe joining. Your training will focus on cutting, reaming, swaging, flaring and bending techniques.

Credit Units: 3

Lab Hours: 45

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will learn about the different types of refrigerants and environmental regulations, and receive chlorofluorocarbon training.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 24

Prerequisites(s): RFRG 181

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will learn about system flow controls, basic cycling controls, piping and evacuation.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 24

Prerequisites(s): RFRG 184

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will study temperature and temperature measurement, pressure and pressure measurement, and heat and heat transfer.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 25

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will study heat transfer in the basic cycle, pressure-temperature relationships, the refrigerant condition in the refrigeration system components and the basic cycle components.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 25

Prerequisites(s): RFRG 180

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will study the operation and design of compressors, condensers, evaporators and metering devices.

Credit Units: 4

Lecture Hours: 55

Prerequisites(s): RFRG 181

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will receive training on single-phase motors, motor starting equipment, motor protection and motor troubleshooting.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 31

Prerequisites(s): RFRG 184

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will learn about defrost methods, defrost control systems and defrost wiring.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 25

Prerequisites(s): RFRG 184

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will learn how to calculate refrigeration heat loads and to select refrigeration equipment.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 25

Prerequisites(s): RFRG 184

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will learn how to use pressure enthalpy diagrams and psychrometric charts.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 25

Prerequisites(s): RFRG 184

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will locate and describe the different types and operations of a refrigeration unit capacity control. You will also analyze and describe the different systems of head pressure control used for refrigeration systems.

Credit Units: 1

Lecture Hours: 19

Prerequisites(s): RFRG 184

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will complete a bench project involving the installation of a small refrigeration system. Once you have completed the installation you will install the gauge manifold, check for leaks then evacuate and charge the system.

Credit Units: 4

Lab Hours: 61

Prerequisites(s): METL 181, PIPE 182, RFRG 184

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will set up a system using a refrigerated fixture. You will also set the controls, install a pump-down system, shut-down defrost and the control wiring. You will have to set the expansion valve and solve common service problems.

Credit Units: 4

Lab Hours: 60

Prerequisites(s): METL 181, PIPE 182, RFRG 184

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will design and install a low temperature unit using an air cooled unit and refrigerated fixture. You will also design and install the control system including defrost timer, defrost termination, fan delay, defrost heaters, evaporator fans and the condensing unit.

Credit Units: 4

Lab Hours: 60

Prerequisites(s): METL 181, PIPE 182, RFRG 184

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will learn how to use electrical test meters, wiring diagram symbols and schematic diagrams. You will also design basic electrical circuits.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 40

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will learn about the hazards associated with the refrigeration and air conditioning trade. You will also learn safe working practices and receive Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) training.

Credit Units: 1

Lecture Hours: 18

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will learn how to disassemble and reassemble a compressor, set controls and learn troubleshooting skills using simulators. Your training will also include troubleshooting and repair of domestic refrigerators.

Credit Units: 3

Lab Hours: 42

Prerequisites(s): METL 181, PIPE 182, RFRG 184

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will study theory and practice of bench work operations applicable to the refrigeration and air conditioning trade.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 20

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will learn how to use gas welding equipment.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 19

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will participate in a work placement to further your understanding of industry requirements. Your training will be provided by a journeyperson.

Credit Units: 0

Other Hours: 30

Prerequisites(s): METL 181, PIPE 182, RFRG 184

Learning Method(s): Work Experience - Group