HACAT-115
BASIC ELECTRICITY (5 CR.)
The student will learn basic
electricity principles including how
to measure voltage, current,
resistance, and wattage.
Troubleshooting various types of
motors (single-phase and three
phase) along with capacitance and
inductance measures will be taught.
Further, the course will explain how
various controls are used in HVAC,
appliances and their applications.
HACAT-135
AUTOMATIC DRYERS (2 CR.)
Students will learn the operation
and repair of electric and gas
dryers. The student will be taught
to properly diagnose and repair all
current models of dryers.
Instructional areas are installation
requirements, repair drive systems,
repair seal mechanisms, replace
console panels, replace seals,
replace motor assemblies, replace
start switches, replace door
switches, diagnose timer assemblies,
diagnose electronic controls,
replace drum supports, service
electric heating systems, service
gas heating systems.
HACAT-145
AUTOMATIC WASHERS (4 CR.)
Training in the operation and
service of washing machines. The
student will be instructed in the
proper diagnosis and repair of all
current models. The course outline
includes installation, repairing
timers, replacing water level
switches, replacing safety switches,
diagnose various solenoids,
replacing drive motors, replacing
pumps, replacing filters, replacing
pump guards, replacing dispensers,
replacing inner/outer tubs,
repairing transmissions, repairing
clutch mechanisms, install/adjust
belts, diagnose electrical problems,
and repair damaged cabinets.
HACAT-155
DISHWASHERS/COMPACTORS (3 CR.)
Training in the operation and
service of dishwashers and
compactors. The student will be
instructed on how to properly
diagnose and repair all current
models. The course outline includes
installation requirements, repairing
wash systems, replacing door seals,
replacing timer assemblies,
diagnosing various electrical
problems, replacing drive
mechanisms, and repairing safety
switches.
HACAT-165
RANGES/MICROWAVE OVENS (3 CR.)
Training in the operation and
services of ranges and microwave
ovens. The student will be taught to
properly diagnose and repair all
current models. The course outline
includes installation, repair
surface cooking systems, repair oven
systems, replace safety switches,
repair door assemblies, repairing
interlock systems on microwave
ovens, repairing protection
mechanisms on microwave ovens,
repairing high-voltage components,
and diagnosing electrical and
mechanical problems.
HACAT-215 HVAC
PRINCIPLES (5 CR.)
Teaches the proper handling
procedures of refrigerants, brazing
techniques, the evacuation and
charging processes, the proper usage
of tools specific to this trade,
installation requirements, HVAC
controls, and to familiarize the
student with various kinds of motors
used in the HVAC products. Required
First Aid. Learn how to work with
customers, and find parts for repair
of HVAC and appliance products.
HACAT-225
REFRIGERATION THEORY (6 CR.)
Study of the operation and service
of commercial refrigeration systems
to include evaporators, condensers,
compressors, and metering devises.
Defrost systems and commercial ice
making are also covered. Electrical
control systems, pressure control
systems, and other devices specific
to refrigeration systems will be
taught. The course will also prepare
students to take the ESCO
Refrigerant Certification for
handling all refrigerants as
required by the EPA.
HACAT-235 AIR
CONDITIONING THEORY (11 CR.)
Service and operation of air
conditioning systems to include
evaporators, condensers,
compressors, and metering devises.
Air distribution and
comfort/psychometrics will be
taught. All-weather systems will be
worked on including heat pumps.
Defrost systems will also be taught.
Requirements to prepare students for
the low voltage certification as
required by Washington State will
also be covered.
HACAT-245
DOMESTIC PRODUCTS (3 CR.)
Provides basic understanding on
domestic refrigeration products and
icemakers for refrigerators and
freezers; to train on repair of most
major brands. The student will learn
basic troubleshooting processes and
the controls used in these products.
HACAT-255
HEATING SYSTEMS (8 CR.)
Learn basic operation and service of
heating systems to include electric,
gas, oil, hydronic, solar, and heat
pump systems. Study of the controls
used in these systems and
troubleshooting techniques will be
taught as well as venting and piping
requirements as used on these
products.
HACAT-265 WATER
HEAT SYSTEMS (2 CR.)
Provides basic knowledge of water
heating systems to include gas, and
electric hot water heaters as well
as gas and oil hydronic heating
systems. The student will learn
basic operation and service of water
heating systems, study controls used
in these systems, trouble-shooting
techniques, and determine
venting/piping requirements as used
on these products.
HACAT-290
DIRECTED STUDY IN HEATING AIR
CONDITIONING AND APPLIANCE
TECHNOLOGY (1-8 CR)
HACAT-296
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION IN HEATING,
AIR CONDITIONING AND APPLIANCE
TECHNOLOGY (2 CR.)
Advanced on-the-job training in
servicing laundry, refrigeration,
and heating products. Student is a
paid, part time employee supervised
by employer. Coordinator works with
employer to establish and maintain
goals. May be repeated. Instructor
permission - second year only. |