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Electrical Theory & Application for HVACR Course

Success in the HVACR industry requires a solid understanding of basic electrical theory. This course provides students & technicians with the information & knowledge necessary to accurately & safely diagnose & solve electrical system problems.

Here's what you'll learn:

Safety & Hazard Awareness
Circuits and Their Components
Motors
Wiring Diagrams
Automated Controls Systems
Troubleshooting

Enroll in this learning track and begin your journey to improving your understanding of electrical theory and its application in HVACR..

Electrical Theory and Application for HVACR: Safety & Hazard Awareness

A safe work environment is the responsibility of everyone involved. Technicians must know how to protect themselves and others when working with electricity.

Electrical Theory and Application for HVACR Part 1: What is Electricity?

This lesson dives into electrical fundamentals, covering atomic structure, electrical terms, and laws. You’ll learn to measure voltage, current, and resistance, calculate impedance, and recognize key electrical symbols, while gaining a solid underst

Electrical Theory & Application for HVACR Part 2: Circuits and Their Components

This lesson covers essential electrical concepts, including units of measurement, circuit types, and electrical symbols. You'll learn to identify and measure voltage, current, resistance, and wattage, understand wire sizing, protection devices

Electrical Theory & Application for HVACR Part 3: Motors

This lesson provides comprehensive training on motor components, their functions, and applications. You'll learn to identify motor types, calculate speed and slippage, test windings, and assess capacitors. Explore ECMs and motor connections.

Electrical Theory and Application for HVACR Part 4: Understanding Wiring Diagrams

In this lesson you will learn the different types of diagrams. how to dissect and interpret various diagrams, symbols, loads, switches and how to facilitate troubleshooting HVACR equipment using a wiring diagram.

Electrical Theory and Application for HVACR Part 5: Automated Control Systems

This lesson provides an overview of control standards and the various types of control systems available to homeowners.

Electrical Theory and Application for HVACR Part 6: Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting electrical problems is one of the most common duties of an HVACR technician; this lesson will help you understand basic terms, use different meters in troubleshooting switches & loads, and troubleshoot simple & complex circuits

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