Air Conditioning school training courses in Chesapeake, VA (public, in-house or online)

Studies refrigeration theory, characteristics of refrigerants, temperature, and pressure, tools and equipment, soldering, brazing, refrigeration systems, system components, compressors, evaporators, and metering devices. Presents charging and evaluation of systems and leak detection. Explores servicing the basic system. Explains use and care of oils and additives and troubleshooting of small commercial systems

The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Technical Studies: Construction Trades/Air Conditioning was developed in conjunction with the Tidewater Builders Association and local contractors to meet the needs of the Hampton Roads construction industry.

The Construction Trades/Air Conditioning program is designed to prepare students for careers in heating, ventilation, air conditioning/refrigeration (HVAC/R) fields. The program consists of course work for those interested in employ...

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The Career Studies Certificate in Automotive Electrical, Electronic, and Air Conditioning prepares students to specialize in the service, diagnosis, and repair of basic and advanced electrical systems as well as heating and air conditioning systems. Basic engine performance concepts are also covered. The training includes preparation for the ASE certification exams in electrical/electronic systems (A6) and heating and air conditioning (A7). Additionally, the training provides preparation for the...

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HVAC school covers the following:
Math for Technicians
Thermodynamics, Temperature and Pressure
The Refrigerant System Cycle
Refrigerants and Their Recovery
Refrigerant Blends and Troubleshooting
Refrigerant Controls
Valves, Troubleshooting Flow Controls
Compressors and Their Lubrication
Basic Electricity
Electrical Circuits and Motors

The HVAC Course is comprised of 19 comprehensive lessons. They are easy to follow, yet challenging and stimulating at the same time. Each lesson begins with a subject matter preview and objectives, an introductory note from your instructor and a vocabulary builder of new words and terms.

Next comes the reading assignment. Practice exercises help you check and review what you’ve learned. At the end of the lesson is an open-book exam, which you may take online.