AUTO 270 - Automotive HVAC

(R only) CE

Preparation for ASE A-7 Heating and Air Conditioning technician certification exam and EPA 609 Refrigerant Handlers license. Discusses purpose, parts, operation, and failure diagnosis of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Manual, semiautomatic, and automatic systems are covered. Safe and proper use of refrigerant recovery/recycling/recharging machines is emphasized during the service of systems. Laboratory exercises concentrate on current service and diagnostic procedures. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in AUTO 161. Two hours lecture, three hours laboratory, one hour discussion each week.

4 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

Identify the major components in the various Automotive Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems discussed.
Describe the purpose, operation, and maintenance of each system.
Demonstrate safe and proper use of common hand tools, power tools, and specialized automotive shop equipment during the maintenance, diagnosis, or repair of (HVAC) systems.
Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of personal and shop safety.
Demonstrate sound diagnostic skills in the various (HVAC) systems covered.

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