Basic Air Conditioning Training

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This new 80-hour course from NEFI Education provides an excellent introduction to the proper sizing, installation, and maintenance of residential and small business central air conditioning systems. The course is designed to instruct existing heating technicians with little or no background in air conditioning, and is suitable for different skill levels. Hands-on instruction is a key component to the training program.

Objective of Course
Upon completion of this course, the student will have a complete understanding of the mechanical theory of an air conditioning system, with the ability to provide service. They will also able to service and recognize problems and shortfalls and correct them.

2010 Class Dates:

WATERTOWN, MA Day Course
Tuesday & Thursday Days
7:00 am - 3:30 pm (5 Weeks)
May 4 - June 3


Tuesday & Thursday Evenings
6:00 pm - 10:00pm
February 2 - April 8
September 7 - November 11


VERMONT Evening Course
Monday & Wednesday Evenings
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
CANCELLED March 8 – April 13
Green Mountain Technology & Career Center
Route 15 West, Hyde Park, VT

Basic AC Training Cost
NEFI Members $2,075 / Non-members $2,275
Books & Materials: $150

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Theory and Flow of Heat and Air
Function Of/ Mechanical Relation Of
Evaporator
Condenser
Compressor
Line Set

Function of /Electrical Relation
Thermostat=Mechanical
Thermostat=Electronic
High Pressure Control
Low Pressure Control
Control Relay
Delay Timer
Overload Control/Temp. Electrical
Start Capacitor
Run Capacitor

Trouble Shooting Components
Room Air Conditioning
Central Air Conditioning
Heat Pump
“Heat Loan”
System Evacuation/ System Charging
Recovery, Recycle, Reclaim

Theory Of Heat
Demonstrate the heat cycle, pertaining to:
Heat Absorption, Movement, Rejection
“No Such Thing As Cold”
Relationship of heat movement to:
A/C Operation
Dehumidification to A/C
Heat pump relation to A/C

Mechanical
Evaporator; Condenser; Compressor
Line Sets/Piping

Electrical Relation of
Thermostat Mechanical
Single stage vs. Two stage
Thermostat Electronic
High Pressure Control/Fan Cycling
Low Pressure Control
Ambient Control
Control Relay; Fan Relay
Delay Timer; Overload Control
Start Capacitor; Run Capacitor