This course introduces the basic principles and components of residential and light commercial heating systems. Students learn how heat is produced and transferred, how common heating equipment operates, and the safety practices required for working with heating systems. The course provides essential foundational knowledge for continued study in HVAC‑R heating technologies.
Prerequisites
None.
1. Identify various types of heating and humidification systems.
2. Analyze the principles and operation of cooling and dehumidifying systems.
3. Describe methods of air distribution, measurement techniques, and air cleaning processes.
4. Identify the components and functions of heat pumps and complete air conditioning systems.
5. Explain the principles and applications of solar energy in HVAC systems.
6. Describe the calculation and significance of heat loads in air conditioning systems.