VO 8504: Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Heating II

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Subject Area
Technical and Career Education Center
Credits 3
Years
1
Level
High School
Grades
11,
12

In this two-year program, students learn the theory and practical applications of air conditioning, refrigeration and heating equipment servicing. This course covers safety, soldering, brazing, piping, electrical circuits, troubleshooting, refrigerants, compressors, heat pumps, central air units, window units, ice makers, refrigerators, and oil, gas and electric furnaces.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools ensures equal access to all CTE courses. Accessibility accommodations will be provided as needed.

Certification
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Examinations-Levels I, II, & III, Core and Universal; R410A Reclamation Safety Certification; and HVAC Excellence Examinations-Electricity, Basic Refrigeration & Charging, and Air Conditioning
Parent Docs
Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Heating II Parent Doc 2021-2022
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Unit

The Nature of Technology 

 

1

HVAC Technology and Society

2

Design and Engineering in HVAC Technology

1

Applying Design Processes in HVAC Technology

4

Select and Apply  Technology in HVAC Technology

1

Focus

Technology is a varied field of study. Students will examine the definition and applications of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning {HVAC) and Refrigeration.

Technology is strong  influence on society. Students will understand and describe the impacts of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning {HVAC) and Refrigeration.

Resources are the raw materials of a technological system. Selecting and applying them toward a HVAC solution is essential.

Technology is a tool to assist in solving complex HVAC problems. A systems approach is a framework to design solutions.

The role of technology is diverse. Identifying the role of technology in HVAC is essential to an improved understanding.

Transfer  

Goals
  • Bridge academic, employability, and technical skills to prepare students for emerging occupations.
  • Empower students to   be successful citizens, employees, and leaders in society. 
  • Foster student involvement in professional organizations, which strengthens collaboration and community.
  • Bridge academic,  employability, and technical skills to prepare students  for emerging occupations. 
  • Empower students to be successful citizens, employees, and leaders in society. 
  • Foster student involvement in professional organizations, which strengthens collaboration and community.
  • Bridge academic,  employability, and technical skills to prepare students for emerging occupations. 
  • Empower students to be successful citizens, employees, and leaders in society. 
  • Foster student involvement in professional organizations, which strengthens collaboration and community.
  • Bridge academic,  
  • employability, and technical skills to prepare students for emerging occupations. 
  • Empower students to be successful citizens,  employees, and leaders in society. 
  • Foster student involvement in professional organizations, which strengthens collaboration and community.
  • Bridge academic,  
  • employability, and technical skills to prepare students for emerging occupations. 
  • Empower students to be successful citizens, employees, and leaders in society. 
  • Explore and pursue industry credentials through the integration of content and work-based learning (WBL).

Unit  

Learning  

Targets
  • Develop an understanding of HVAC throughout history. 
  • Identify the purpose and function of SkillsUSA. 
  • Describe the importance and contribution of  HVAC to society. 
  • Gain a historical perspective of HVAC and its  implications. 
  • Appreciate the value of career and technical student organizations through participation.
  • Identify impacts of  HVAC in the  designed world. 
  • Use the systems model approach to identify the process of HVAC. 
  • Appreciate the role of HVAC in improving the quality of life. 
  • Describe the multiple  pathways in the field of  HVAC. 
  • Categorize various types of HVAC and infrastructure.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of motors and controls.
  • Install a magnetic coil in the motor starter.
  • Identify different types of motors.
  • Remove or replace the fan motor, blower wheel, and motor.
  • (Optional) Set the V-belt tension or replace.
  • Check motor current (i.e., amps).
  • Utilize a systems approach to solve HVAC problems.
  • Read various tools and instruments needed for checking, testing, operating, and troubleshooting air-conditioning systems.
  • Measure the temperature difference across a coil.
  • Describe the process for installing a condensing unit.
  • Describe the process for installing an air-handler unit.
  • Describe methods of charging the air-conditioning system, using various methods.
  • Check the external components of the system.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of HVAC by earning an industry credential. 
  • Describe design choices for a proposed HVACR project that reflect an efficient use of energy.
  • Describe design choices for a proposed HVACR system that reflect an efficient use of water.
  • Describe design choices that can affect indoor air quality for proposed HVACR projects.
  • Describe the history and definition of direct digital control (DDC) systems.
  • Install a programmable controller.
  • Describe emerging technology and energy-management options in the industry.