Automotive Heating and Air-Conditioning Introduction (I) Hours 15

This course covers the automotive heating systems, air conditioning systems, parts identification and function, and system operations. Also in this course the students will cover the refrigerants used in air conditioning systems and how to identify them along with Federal Legislation. Temperature control components and systems will also be identified. Students will learn about the cooling system components, identifying coolant type, checking and adjusting coolant levels as well as checking and replacing coolant hoses. Students will also learn to flush and pressure test the coolant system.


Competencies:

HVAC Systems
HVAC systems: Refrigerants 
HVAC systems: Climate control
Checking a heater system 
Checking an A/C system
Checking A/C hoses & pipes 
Locating a leak in A/C systems 
HVAC systems: Legislation 
Cooling Systems
Cooling systems: Fundamentals 
Checking & adjusting coolant levels 
Draining & refilling coolant 
Checking & replacing coolant hoses 
Pressure testing a cooling system 
Flushing a cooling system 
Cooling systems: Water pumps 
Cooling systems: Thermostats 
Cooling systems: Radiators