DADC-108: Technology Principles of Automotive HVAC: Climate Control

Upon completion of this course, students will learn the technology principles of automotive heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) through diagnosis and service of HVAC systems and sub systems, refrigerant systems, and electronic climate control systems. Students will learn safety procedures for working with refrigeration systems that include safe handling of refrigerants and refrigerant oil, identifying refrigeration components and following current EPA regulations. They will also learn to use leak detectors to inspect refrigeration systems and how to safely evacuate a system. Also covered will be procedures for retrofitting a vehicle with different refrigerant, diagnosing and troubleshooting a system using pressure readings and temperatures, diagnosing and repairing heater and vacuum systems, and diagnosing and repairing electrical and auto temperature control systems. Service and repair of A/C components in compliance with EPA Section 609 regulations will be emphasized throughout the course.