Heating, Ventilation, and Air
Conditioning: A Residential and Light
Commercial Text & Lab Book
Second Edition
Author: Cecil Johnson
Introducing a completely current and
innovative way to teach the basics of HVAC-R!
Featuring more
than 125 practical competencies, this “how to” guide has been
carefully designed and thoroughly modernized to provide a complete
learning system for the fundamentals and applications of core HVAC-R
concepts. It combines straightforward theory lessons with useful
“hands-on” opportunities for learning about the industry’s hottest
topics, including electricity and electrical controls, refrigeration
fundamentals, heat pumps, oil and gas heat, safety, and more.
Enhancements to
this edition include an updated tool identification chart, new and
improved graphics, expanded information on calculator usage, and a
pressure temperature chart for use by technicians in the field.
Features:
- the flexible format affords users the
unique opportunity to learn HVAC-R fundamentals and applications
either on an individual basis or in an instructional setting
- practical competencies take readers
step-by-step through specific service, repair, and maintenance
procedures and provide the hands-on training needed to work in the
HVAC-R field
- a built-in evaluation system charts the
reader's progress as they move through key concepts
- theory lessons and practical competencies
can be fine-tuned to meet specific training needs of local
contractors, associations, or individual technicians
- Use as a stand alone manual or as a
supplement to any HVAC book including Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology, 5E by Whitman
and Johnson
Contents:
Chapter 1 Electricity - Theory
Lessons & Practical Competencies
Chapter 2 Electrical Controls –
Theory Lesson & Practical Competencies
Chapter 3 Refrigeration Fundamentals
– Theory Lessons & Practical Competencies
Chapter 4 Heat Pumps – Theory Lessons
& Practical Competencies
Chapter 5 Oil Heat – Theory Lessons &
Practical Competencies
Chapter 6 Gas Heat – Theory Lessons &
Practical Competencies
About the Author:
Cecil Johnson holds a Masters
degree in Vocational Education from Penn State University and has over
30 years of service with the Dauphin County Technical School as a
vocational instructor in HVAC. His experience in the HVAC-R and training
fields has earned him a number of certifications: two Vocational
Teaching Certificates, ESCO Institute and Air Conditioning Contractors
of America (ACCA) CFC Proctor Certification, and EPA Section 608
Universal Certification. He has developed and written numerous HVAC
training materials and programs, including programs for the General
Service Association of the Federal Government and the United States Air
Force. Mr. Johnson was also a key player in the development of the HVAC
Diploma, Certificate, and Associate Degree programs at Harrisburg Area
Community College, where he is currently an adjunct instructor.
864 Pages - 8-1/2 x 11in
1401884725 /
9781401884727
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