AUTO 215 Air Conditioning Service

6 credits

This course focuses on the understanding, diagnosis and repair of automotive air conditioning and heating systems utilizing industry standards, techniques and equipment.

Prerequisites: TRAN 110, TRAN 112, TRAN 113, and TRAN 125

Corequisites: AUTO 210

Quarters Offered: Fall, Spring

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Remove and replace A/C components
Hook up both R12 and R134A gauges set and trouble shoot systems
Retrofit R12 systems to R134A
Service A/C systems
Analyze A/C noises and vibrations
Apply the knowledge of hazardous material laws and processes as pertains to HFC/CFC refrigerant handling
Apply the knowledge of safety laws, common sense safety to work and life applications
Demonstrate communication and customer relation skills needed to interact professionally with employers, customers, and fellow workers while completing air conditioning service procedures

Total Hours: 90 Lecture Hours: 30 Lab or Clinical Hours: 60