Code
Name/Description
Credits
COMM 127
Fundamental Communication Skills
2
You will use fundamental employability skills related to obtaining and keeping a job. You will apply skills to work effectively with others and produce job-related documents. You will identify employability and practical skills to prepare effective job search materials and discuss the effect of attitudes and behaviours on a successful job search.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Equivalent Course(s): COMM 127A, COMM 127CE, COMM 187, COMM 191, COMM 193, JOBS 190, PROF 100, TCOM 102, TCOM 105, TCOM 120, TCOM 140
Potential Learning Method(s): Independent Study, Lecture/Theory, Online, Online - Individual, Print Distance Individual, Prior Learning, Work Based Delivery
ELEC 138
Basic Electricity 1
3
You will study the fundamentals of electricity. The course content includes an introduction to basic electrical quantities, basic electric circuits and circuit analysis. You will receive hands-on instruction regarding the use of multimeters. You will perform experiments to reinforce the fundamentals of electricity and use multimeters to evaluate the characteristics of basic DC & AC circuits.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 48.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
ELEC 139
Basic Electricity 2
3
You will learn the operating principles of transformers, relays, generators, single and three-phase AC motors. You will construct and analyze rectifier and relay control circuits. You will analyze the operation of transformers and test the performance of a variety of AC motors. You will construct and troubleshoot common motor control circuits.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 51.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will develop suitable drafting and blueprint interpreting skills. You will learn how to read blueprints and produce shop drawings as needed in the trade. You will also learn how to take estimates from these drawings.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 66.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will review basic mathematics and the metric system of measurement. The course content includes percent, ratio, proportion, area, volume and equations. You will then focus on the applications of mathematics in the trade that include electrical, pressure, pneumatics and elementary thermodynamics calculations.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 66.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online
You will learn soldering and brazing techniques as well as proper use of acetylene equipment. You will also learn how to work with the metals used in refrigeration and air conditioning.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 40.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
PIPE 182
Basic Piping Techniques
3
You will learn basic hand skills and the techniques used for piping and pipe joining. Your training will focus on cutting, reaming, swaging, flaring and bending techniques.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will learn about the different types of refrigerants and environmental regulations, and receive chlorofluorocarbon training.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 24.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will learn about system flow controls, basic cycling controls, piping and evacuation.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 24.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
RFRG 180
Fundamentals of Refrigeration
2
You will study temperature and temperature measurement, pressure and pressure measurement, and heat and heat transfer.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 26.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
RFRG 181
Basic Refrigeration Cycle
2
You will study heat transfer in the basic cycle, pressure-temperature relationships, the refrigerant condition in the refrigeration system components and the basic cycle components.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 26.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
RFRG 184
Basic Refrigeration System Components
4
You will study the operation and design of compressors, condensers, evaporators and metering devices.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 55.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
RFRG 186
Hermetic Compressor Motors
2
You will receive training on single-phase motors, motor starting equipment, motor protection and motor troubleshooting.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 31.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
RFRG 187
Defrost Systems and Piping
2
You will learn about defrost methods, defrost control systems and defrost wiring.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 25.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
RFRG 188
Refrigeration Load Calculation
2
You will learn how to calculate refrigeration heat loads and to select refrigeration equipment.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 25.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
RFRG 189
Enthalpy and Psychrometrics
2
You will learn how to use pressure enthalpy diagrams and psychrometric charts.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 25.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
RFRG 190
Capacity and Head Pressure Control
1
You will locate and describe the different types and operations of a refrigeration unit capacity control. You will also analyze and describe the different systems of head pressure control used for refrigeration systems.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 19.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
RFRG 191
Basic System Installation
4
You will complete a bench project involving the installation of a small refrigeration system. Once you have completed the installation you will install the gauge manifold, check for leaks then evacuate and charge the system.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 61.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
RFRG 192
System Design and Operation
4
You will set up a system using a refrigerated fixture. You will also set the controls, install a pump-down system, shut-down defrost and the control wiring. You will have to set the expansion valve and solve common service problems.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
RFRG 193
System Design and Installation
4
You will design and install a low temperature unit using an air cooled unit and refrigerated fixture. You will also design and install the control system including defrost timer, defrost termination, fan delay, defrost heaters, evaporator fans and the condensing unit.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
RFRG 197
Electrical Control Systems
3
You will learn how to use electrical test meters, wiring diagram symbols and schematic diagrams. You will also design basic electrical circuits.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 40.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will learn about the hazards associated with the refrigeration and air conditioning trade. You will also learn safe working practices and receive Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) training.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 18.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
SHOP 184
Mechanical and Electrical Skills
3
You will learn how to disassemble and reassemble a compressor, set controls and learn troubleshooting skills using simulators. Your training will also include troubleshooting and repair of domestic refrigerators.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 42.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
TOOL 188
Basic Hand Tools
1
You will study theory and practice of bench work operations applicable to the trade.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 20.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will learn how to safely operate, assemble and maintain an oxy-fuel system while torch brazing (TB) and oxy-fuel cutting (OFC).
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 19.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will participate in a work placement to further your understanding of industry requirements. Your training will be provided by a journeyperson.
Credit Units: 0
Course Hours: 30.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Online, Work Experience - Group