Provider name:

Field Ready Training Academy

Program name:

HVAC Repair Service Technician

Program description:

Admissions Requirements. Students applying for this program are required to: Be at least 18 years of age, Provided proof of secondary education to include GED, Interview with the Admissions Council, Agree to adhere to Learn to Earn Rules of Conduct, and Agree to a background check to employment standards Program Description and Objectives: This program of instruction prepares students for jobs as an HVAC Repair Service Technician. Graduates may find employment with contractors or repair companies. Students will learn steps to troubleshoot, repair and service HVAC equipment. The Repair Service Technician program takes an in-depth approach to the operation, repair and servicing of HVAC systems. The student will be instructed on effective customer service and communication skills. HVAC Repair Service Technician Full time class completion will take approximately 6 weeks. Course Descriptions HVAC- 4000:Repair Service Technician Introduction: This course will instruct the student on the various opportunities within the industry for a Repair Service Technician. We will cover the position’s responsibilities within various business models and provide you with planning skills necessary for your personal career roadmap. Industry safety topics will be discussed as well as the basics of HVAC and their typical system configurations. Hours: 21.5 Lecture & 8.5 Lab. Prerequisites: None. Summarization: Upon completion of this course, the student will have been instructed on the industry and opportunities within it, HVAC safety topics and goal setting. HVAC- 4100: Repair Service Technician Advanced Electricity During this course, we will focus on the electricity grid, HVAC electrical systems, motors and wiring methods. The student will be instructed on schematics, Ohm’s Law, troubleshooting and motor work. Electrical safety, although always critical, will be stressed during this module. Hours: 21.5 Lecture & 25.5 Lab. Prerequisites: HVAC 4000. Summarization: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will demonstratively communicate their knowledge and skills associated with an HVAC electrical system, electrical components and associated troubleshooting methods. The student will be able to design and identify problems in electrical circuits that feed HVAC systems and components. OSHA lock out-tag out procedures will be learned. HVAC-4200: Repair Service Technician Advanced Air Systems This course will instruct the student on methods of duct system design, testing, air system components and their selection as well as installation. The student will be instructed on calculating the impact of equipment sizing and duct system design and installation on the customer’s utility costs through the installation of heat gain and loss load. Hours: 15.5 Lecture & 17.0 Lab. Prerequisites: HVAC 4100. Summarization: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate the ability to design, test, install and troubleshoot problems associated with HVAC air distribution and filtration systems. HVAC-4300: Repair Service Technician Advanced Refrigeration and Air Conditioning This course will instruct the student on the aspects of the mechanical refrigeration cycle, refrigerant charging methods, related piping, refrigerant recovery procedures, brazing, refrigeration accessories, temperature and pressure relationships, systems dehydration, compressor burnout clean up and troubleshooting procedures. During this module, the student will begin their study for the EPA exam. Hours: 27.5 Lecture & 17.0 Lab. Prerequisites: HVAC 4200. 25 Summarization: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the mechanical refrigerant cycle, procedures for refrigerant charging, system dehydration, 25 recovery and troubleshooting procedures. Additionally, the student will be able to demonstrate proper brazing techniques related to the Repair Service Technician position. HVAC-4400: Repair Service Technician Advanced Heat Pumps and Electrical Heating. This course will instruct the student on repair and maintenance procedures on heat pumps and electric heating systems. The student will acquire a knowledge of electric furnace and heat pump operation, operational costs, thermal and economic balance points, defrost control systems and cold charging methods. Water source heat pumps will be introduced during this module. Hours: 21.5 Lecture & 17.0 Lab. Prerequisites: HVAC 4300. Summarization: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the repair and maintenance of heat pumps and electric heating systems; electric furnace and heat pump operation; operational costs; water source heat pumps; thermal and economic balance points; defrost control systems and cold charging methods. HVAC-4500: Repair Service Technician Advanced Gas Heating This course will instruct the student on gas heating equipment repair, troubleshooting and maintenance procedures. The student will be taught combustion principals, types of gas furnaces, flu design, combustion air, ignition systems, gas piping, code requirements and a reiteration of safety procedures and precautions. Hours: 21.5 Lecture & 17.0 Lab. Prerequisites: HVAC 4400. Summarization: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate calculations of furnace efficiency; test combustion; perform furnace repair and maintenance; identify fuel sources; determine proper combustion. The student will also be able to ascertain common code and safety violations. HVAC-4600: Repair Service Technician Advanced HVAC System Introduction This course will provide the student detailed information on best service practices; the procedural flow of a service call in the home; effective methods of communication in relaying found issues to the customer; effectively communicating with team members within the organization; familiarization with industry pricing guidelines; technician performance requirements and review of safety topics. Hours: 19.5 Lecture & 18.0 Lab. Prerequisites: HVAC 4500. Summarization: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstratively present an itemized list of options to the customer; fully understand an employer’s expectations of the Repair Service Technician’s role and have an understanding of industry pricing guidelines as well as safety knowledge.

Program URL:

https://fieldreadyedu.com/services/

Description of business partnerships:

Year first offered:

2023

Student teacher ratio:

6:1

If any, what are the prerequisites for this program?

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Total Cost:

$5500.00