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ACR 210 - Heat Pumps


Class: 3 Lab: 3 Credits: 4
This course is a study of theory and operational principles of the heat pump.

Prerequisite(s): Take ACR 101  , ACR 106  and ACR 118 .
Course Topics:
  • Heat Pump Controls
  • Metering Devices
  • Heat Pump Start-up, Checkout, and Operation
  • Heat Pump: Service and Problem Analysis

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site
Required Materials:
  • Clear Safety Glasses

Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A 90 - 100
B 80 - 89
C 70 - 79
D 60 - 69
F 0 - 59


Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Explain the operation and function of a reversing valve.
  2. Select and install appropriate system thermostat.
  3. Wire the control circuit of a heat pump system.
  4. Rewire an HVACR unit using an electrical diagram: heat pump.
  5. Test and evaluate the operation of the refrigeration cycle in cooling and heating modes.

For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Policies that include:

  • Required materials for all online courses
  • Mandatory Attendance Requirement
  • Proctored Exams

Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard SCC Course Polices on the following topics:

  • Academic Integrity
  • Academic Misconduct
  • Add/Drop period
  • Appeals Process
  • Class Attendance
  • Classroom Behavior (traditional and online)
  • Classroom Conduct/Expectations
  • Lab Procedures (general SCC policy regarding this)
  • Online Confidentiality
  • Services For Students with Disabilities
  • Withdrawal Policy



Official Course Syllabus
2021-2022