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Dec 26, 2024
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HVAC 1069 - Heat Pumps, Chillers and Electric Heat Credits: 2 Hours/Week: Lecture None Lab None Course Description: This course covers alternate systems used to heat and cool a residence. Topics covered include installation, function, performance, and limitations of these systems. Students will perform basic tests on heating and cooling systems and controls. Commercial chiller and heat pump operations will also be covered. Students must be able to perform physical tasks to complete course requirements. MnTC Goals None
Prerequisite(s): HVAC 1042 or instructor consent Corequisite(s): None Recommendation: None
Major Content
- Four-way valve operations
- Heat sources for winter operations
- Reverse cycle refrigeration systems
Learning Outcomes At the end of this course students will be able to:
- identify the various heat sources for heat pumps.
- explain the functions of a four-way valve.
- describe a reverse-cycle of a heat pump
- demonstrate safety procedures.
- describe cooling towers.
- describe electric heat.
- explain troubleshooting and maintenance of chillers.
- identify chillers used in centralized cooling.
- identify unsafe practices.
Competency 1 (1-6) None Competency 2 (7-10) None Courses and Registration
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