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Oct 30, 2025
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2022-2023 Yavapai College Catalog [PREVIOUS CATALOG YEAR]
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HVA 100 - Introduction to HVAC I
Description: Basic principles of air conditioning, heating and refrigeration. Examination of the structures and function of cooling and air systems. Focus is on skill development in the areas of soldering, brazing and pipe design.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 3
Course Content:
- Heating systems
- Cooling systems
- Air distribution systems
- Copper and plastic pipe
- Soldering and brazing
- Carbon steel pipe
- Tool use
- Blueprints, codes and specifications
Learning Outcomes:
- Employ HVAC tools and equipment properly. (1-7)
- Differentiate the various types of HVAC systems in use today. (1-3)
- Explain the operation of a basic refrigeration cycle. (2)
- Demonstrate the assembly of pipe using brazing and soldering techniques. (5)
- Perform the installation and repair of copper and plastic piping. (4)
- Describe the function of individual HVAC components. (1-3)
- Interpret types of regulation codes encountered in the HVAC trade. (8)
- Identify the types of schedules/designs used in the HVAC trade. (8)
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