Purpose of Training
A strong understanding of electrical systems is required in more than 80% of all service scenarios.
This course is designed to provide the non-electrician attendee with a full understanding of basic electrical theory, controls, motors, wiring, and the electrical
troubleshooting process.
Course Content
Attendees are provided a broad introduction to electrical systems and troubleshooting.
This an excellent overview for technicians, multi-craft trades people, building managers, or anyone interested in understanding the fundamentals of electricity.
Electricity Basics
Ohm’s Law
Types of Resistance
- Pure resistance
- Inductive reactance
- Capacitive reactance
Impedance
Measuring Resistance
Wattage
Safety & Hazard Prevention
- Lock- out & Tag- out Procedures
- First Aid
- Electrical Burns
Schematic Diagrams & Pictorials
- Schematic Diagrams
- Ladder Diagrams
- Reading a Wiring Schematic
Circuits & Their Components
- Series Circuits
- Total Resistance in Series Circuits
- Parallel Circuits
- Total Resistance in Parallel Circuits
- Three Phase Circuits
- Single Phase Circuits
- Conductors
- Insulators
- Semi-conductors
- Circuit Protection
- Loads & Switches
- Solenoid Valves
Circuits & Their Components (Continued)
- Transformers
- Relays
- Contactors
- Contactor Coil Burn-out
- Line Starters
- The Defrost Timer
- Thermostats
- The Heat Anticipator
Motors
- Induction Motors
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- CSIR
- PSC
- Multi speed motors
- 3 phase motors
- Motor Rotation
- Overload Protectors
- Checking Resistance of Windings
Capacitors
- Start Capacitor
- Run capacitor
- Capacitor Ratings
- Testing Capacitors
Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting Using a Voltmeter, Ohmmeter, Ammeter
- Lineal Search
- Split Search
- Troubleshooting Switches
- Systematic Troubleshooting
Training Manual
This book details HVACR electrical system operation, systematic troubleshooting and service. It was written with the non-electrician in mind. It provides service technicians with
the information necessary to diagnose and solve electrical system faults. Sections on safety, schematic interpretation, system components, motors, electric heat, & troubleshooting
are included. An additional section on basic electricity is included to provide a foundation for those with less experience.
Troubleshooting and Servicing HVACR Electrical Systems is written in easy to understand language and has a large number of illustrations. This book will provide service technicians
with the practical hands-on information needed to successfully troubleshoot and service today’s increasingly complex HVACR electrical systems.
Instructor Resources and Exam Materials
Instructor's Guide
Includes section by section overview, objectives, and lesson plans.
Powerpoint Presentation
A Power Point is available that includes “Speakers Notes” and is designed to keep the program on track.
Certification
An end of course assessment - certification is available to validate if attendees comprehend the course materials.
Additional Information
To learn more about the modular training package, contact ESCO Institute toll free at 1(800)726-9696.
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