HET 190 EPA Certification Process

Levandowski, Allen

This course introduces students to basic refrigeration, theory, and practice of the EPA mandated Section 608 Refrigeration Certification exam. The function and operational characteristics of the mechanical refrigeration system including condensers, evaporators, compressors, refrigerant metering devices, and sustainable energy sources refrigerants are covered, as well as material pertinent for students to pass the EPA exam. This course also introduces ozone depletion, the Clean Air Act, the Montreal Protocol, CFC and HCFC refrigerant replacements, recovery cylinders, shipping and transportation of refrigerants, system operational pressures, substitute refrigerant replacement, recharging techniques, refrigerant recovery and reclaiming, and basic system troubleshooting. This course reinforces the use and operation of service manifolds, leak detection, test equipment, flaring, soldering, and brazing skills. Please note that all course materials and content are provided in the IMS Common Cartridge (IMSCC) format. The content can be accessed by opening the IMSCC file using your organization's Learning Management System application (these include Blackboard, D2L, Canvas etc.). Additional information about accessing Common Cartridge files can be found on the IMS Global Web site: http://www.imsglobal.org/cc. Future plans for the Skills Commons Web site include a feature that will allow users to view and download course content that is provided in the IMSCC format. Please refer to the "Enabling Others to Reuse Your Materials” page for more information: http://support.taaccct.org/enabling-reuse/.

	Course Files: HET 190 EPA Certification Process (42 MB)
	IGEN - Skills Commons Upload - Quality Note Template.docx (14 KB)
	IGEN - Skills Commons Upload - TEMPLATE Evaluation Rubric.xlsx (14 KB)

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Date:: 2013-08-19
Primary Material Type:: Hybrid/Blended Course
Institution:: College of Lake County
Project Name:: IGEN (Illinois Green Economy Network) Career Pathways
Funding Source:: TAACCCT Round 1
Subjects:: refrigeration, air conditioning, EPA, CFC and HCFC refrigerant replacements, certification, Section 608

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:: Each IGEN Consortium college has established an Industry Advisory Group as part of their Career and Technical Education program. Advisory Group members contribute to the design, development and delivery of CTE courses including those developed through this TAACCCT grant. The members also provide opportunities for work-based learning and job placements for program graduates.
Industry Sector:: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services -- Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services -- Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (5419)
Occupation:: Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations -- Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (49-9021)

Education / Instructional Information

Instructional Program:: Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians (47)
Credit Type:: Credit
Credential Type:: Associate Degree
Educational Level of Materials:: 1st year Community College or equivalent
Time Required:: 16 weeks, one traditional college semester
Language:: English (United States)
Interactivity Type:: Mix of Active and Presentation.
Quality Rubric:: Other
Quality Assurance Organization:: SkillsCommons Editorial Board
Quality Note:: This curriculum underwent an independent third-party review for content, completeness, and quality. Please see attached quality review rubric.
Quality of Subject Matter was assured by:: Participation as an ongoing member of team developing the instructional materials

Using an approved rubric to conduct the evaluation of the instructional materials and providing a report
Quality of Online/Hybrid Course Design assured by:: Custom Quality Rubric
Course Note:: Engery Audit AAS; CIP: 470201